FKCANT is seeking expressions of interest from Foster and Kinship Carers to join the newly established Carer Reference Group. This group will support stronger, more consistent partnerships between carers and the Department of Children and Families (DCF), and help guide improvements to the Northern Territory’s foster care system. Drawing on the findings of last year’s Carer Engagement Survey and feedback sessions, carers will work alongside DCF and FKCANT leadership to identify priorities, review recommendations, and help plan practical, positive changes. These areas include: • Strengthening communication and collaboration between carers and workers • Improving consistency, responsiveness and shared decision-making • Supporting carer retention by addressing barriers raised in the survey and workshops • Reviewing and informing policy, process and practice improvements • Ensuring carers’ voices shape how the system grows and adapts • Helping design changes that improve support, training, and the care team experience for children and carers The survey and workshops highlighted clear themes — carers want better communication, more inclusive decision-making, clearer information sharing, improved support processes and stronger relationships with caseworkers. The Carer Reference Group will help turn these findings into real, actionable change. We welcome carers from all regions, experiences and backgrounds. If you want to contribute to positive system change and help shape the future of foster care in the NT, we encourage you to register. Once expressions of interest are received, FKCANT will follow up with next steps, meeting details and opportunities for involvement. For any questions, contact us at info@fkca.org.au or 1300 352 268.

Supporting Children with Trauma Backgrounds: Conversations & Boundaries Caring for children who have experienced trauma can bring unique challenges — and it can also be deeply rewarding. This interactive workshop, presented by Sarah Austin from Darwin Youth Services, is designed specifically for Foster & Kinship Carers to strengthen the way you support children in your care. You’ll gain practical, trauma-informed strategies to: • Build trust and connection with children who have experienced trauma • Communicate with confidence in challenging situations • Handle difficult conversations with respect and understanding • Recognise and respond early to red flags • Set clear, safe, and supportive boundaries that help children feel secure Date: Thursday, 12 February 2026 Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm Venue: FKCANT Office – 2/20 Catterthun St, Winnellie NT Cost: Free for Foster & Kinship Carers 📌 Bookings essential – limited spots available

Come along to our monthly Carer Connection Dinner at Cazaly’s Club Palmerston. This is a chance for foster and kinship carers to connect, share experiences, and enjoy a relaxed meal together. A staff member from the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT will be there from 5:45pm–7pm to welcome you, and you’re free to join at any time during the evening. ✨ What to expect: A friendly space to catch up with fellow carers Dinner at Cazaly’s menu prices Kids’ meals covered from the children’s menu A fully supervised kids’ club run by Ochre Card–qualified staff Date: Thursday, 19 February 2026 Time: 5:45pm – 7:00pm Location: Cazaly’s Club Palmerston, 10 Temple Terrace, Palmerston NT 0830 This event is open to registered volunteer Department of Children & Families carers and members of the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT. Reservations are essential – please register using the booking link or call our office on 1300 352 268.

Join the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT for a free, practical E-Safety Workshop designed to help carers protect children and young people online. Presented by ThinkUKnow Australia, a program led by the Australian Federal Police in partnership with Microsoft, Datacom, and Commonwealth Bank, this interactive session explores the challenges children and young people face online — and what carers can do to help. You’ll learn: How to keep kids safe online with simple, practical strategies. The latest apps, games, and online trends young people use. What to do if something goes wrong — including where to go for help. This session focuses on prevention and empowering carers to take action. It’s designed for adults only, so please arrange care for children during the presentation. 📅 12 March 2026, 9:30am - 11:30am 📍 FKCANT Office, 2/20 Catterthun Street, Winnellie NT 0820 Free – registration essential.

Come along to our monthly Carer Connection Dinner at Cazaly’s Club Palmerston. This is a chance for foster and kinship carers to connect, share experiences, and enjoy a relaxed meal together. A staff member from the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT will be there from 5:45pm–7pm to welcome you, and you’re free to join at any time during the evening. ✨ What to expect: A friendly space to catch up with fellow carers Dinner at Cazaly’s menu prices Kids’ meals covered from the children’s menu A fully supervised kids’ club run by Ochre Card–qualified staff Date: Thursday, 19 March 2026 Time: 5:45pm – 7:00pm Location: Cazaly’s Club Palmerston, 10 Temple Terrace, Palmerston NT 0830 This event is open to registered volunteer Department of Children & Families carers and members of the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT. Reservations are essential – please register using the booking link or call our office on 1300 352 268.

Come along to our monthly Carer Connection Dinner at Cazaly’s Club Palmerston. This is a chance for foster and kinship carers to connect, share experiences, and enjoy a relaxed meal together. A staff member from the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT will be there from 5:45pm–7pm to welcome you, and you’re free to join at any time during the evening. ✨ What to expect: A friendly space to catch up with fellow carers Dinner at Cazaly’s menu prices Kids’ meals covered from the children’s menu A fully supervised kids’ club run by Ochre Card–qualified staff Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026 Time: 5:45pm – 7:00pm Location: Cazaly’s Club Palmerston, 10 Temple Terrace, Palmerston NT 0830 This event is open to registered volunteer Department of Children & Families carers and members of the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT. Reservations are essential – please register using the booking link or call our office on 1300 352 268.

Join us for a practical, informative workshop with Prue Walker, one of Australia’s leading experts on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). This interactive session will help foster and kinship carers, professionals, and support workers to: ✅ Understand how prenatal alcohol exposure affects the brain and behaviour ✅ Recognise common features of FASD in children and young people ✅ Learn practical, strengths-based strategies for supporting children in care ✅ Explore case studies and tools for developing effective care plans Prue draws on over 20 years’ experience in child protection, out-of-home care, and FASD education. Her workshops combine current research with real-world examples to help you respond with empathy, insight, and confidence. 🗓 Wednesday, 30 April 2026 🕘 9:00am – 2:00pm 📍 FKCANT Office – 2/20 Catterthun Street, Winnellie 🎟 Free for Foster & Kinship Carers (bookings essential) ☎ 1300 352 268 (1300 FKCANT) Morning tea provided. Presented by the Foster & Kinship Carers Association NT in partnership with FASD Consultant Prue Walker.

Come along to our monthly Carer Connection Dinner at Cazaly’s Club Palmerston. This is a chance for foster and kinship carers to connect, share experiences, and enjoy a relaxed meal together. A staff member from the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT will be there from 5:45pm–7pm to welcome you, and you’re free to join at any time during the evening. ✨ What to expect: A friendly space to catch up with fellow carers Dinner at Cazaly’s menu prices Kids’ meals covered from the children’s menu A fully supervised kids’ club run by Ochre Card–qualified staff Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026 Time: 5:45pm – 7:00pm Location: Cazaly’s Club Palmerston, 10 Temple Terrace, Palmerston NT 0830 This event is open to registered volunteer Department of Children & Families carers and members of the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT. Reservations are essential – please register using the booking link or call our office on 1300 352 268.

Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT are offering First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training for our Carer members at a reduced rate of just $20. Boost your confidence in emergency care with a full-day certification course from the trusted experts at St John Ambulance. Join us on Thursday June 18, 2026, and gain the practical skills you need to handle emergencies with assurance. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll receive a nationally recognised certification in: HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support HLTAID011 Provide first aid What you need to know Before attending, you’ll need to complete a self-paced e-Learning module. A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required. You can get or look up your USI at usi.gov.au. If the $20 fee is a barrier for you, please contact us directly on 1300 352 268. This opportunity is open to DCF Volunteer Carers and FKCANT members.

Come along to our monthly Carer Connection Dinner at Cazaly’s Club Palmerston. This is a chance for foster and kinship carers to connect, share experiences, and enjoy a relaxed meal together. A staff member from the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT will be there from 5:45pm–7pm to welcome you, and you’re free to join at any time during the evening. ✨ What to expect: A friendly space to catch up with fellow carers Dinner at Cazaly’s menu prices Kids’ meals covered from the children’s menu A fully supervised kids’ club run by Ochre Card–qualified staff Date: Thursday, 18 June 2026 Time: 5:45pm – 7:00pm Location: Cazaly’s Club Palmerston, 10 Temple Terrace, Palmerston NT 0830 This event is open to registered volunteer Department of Children & Families carers and members of the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT. Reservations are essential – please register using the booking link or call our office on 1300 352 268.