Alexandra Headland

Alexandra Headland Family

🌟 Families in Alexandra Headland can enjoy playground time, junior surf lifesaving and accessible communication resources close to home. Nearby Maroochydore adds early-literacy activities, youth support and child development services, while regional and Queensland-wide programs offer further help when it is needed.

🌊 Play, activities and connection

Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club – Nippers

Children aged 5 to 13 can build surf awareness and lifesaving skills through this local junior program. For the 2026–27 season, registrations cover U7–U14; capped U6 places are currently limited to siblings of existing Alex Nippers. Sunday sessions recommence from 4 October, subject to weather, water safety and program conditions. Nippers is not a learn-to-swim program, and participants need basic swimming ability.

Wilkes Family Park

Plan an easy outdoor outing at this Alexandra Parade park, where children can use climbing equipment, slides, swings, a seesaw and Supernova spinner. Picnic shelters, barbecues, public amenities, parking, beach showers and access to the Coastal Pathway support longer family visits.

Sunshine Coast Libraries – First 5 Forever communication boards at Nelson Park

Communication boards at local Nelson Park use pictures and Key Word Sign to help children express questions, choices and needs while playing. They are designed for all children and may be especially useful for those who experience communication barriers.

Maroochydore Library – Storytime and Rhymetime

Nearby in Cotton Tree, free early-literacy sessions give young children and carers a regular opportunity to share stories, songs and rhymes. Storytime for ages 2–5 runs Tuesdays from 9.30–10.30am. Rhymetime for ages 0–2 runs Mondays at 10.30am, Wednesdays at 9.30am and Thursdays at 10.30am. Sessions pause during school holidays; the library also has a parent change table and sensory and accessibility resources.

Anthem Church – Nextgen Ministry

Sunday children’s programs in Alexandra Headland run during the 8am and 9.30am services. Groups cover ages 1–2, ages 3–5, Prep to Year 3 and Years 4–6. Electronic sign-in and monitored rooms are used, and families can discuss particular learning needs with program leaders.

🧩 Development, disability and parenting support

Child Youth and Family Health Service – Maroochydore

This free Queensland Health service provides child health and development support, parenting programs, speech pathology, occupational therapy toileting support and healthy lifestyle services for children. Parents may self-refer, but appointments are required.

Your Best Life Children’s and Teens’ Therapy

Children and young people with developmental delays, disability, health conditions, or behavioural, emotional and learning concerns can access family-centred support. The not-for-profit team includes psychology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology and behaviour support, with services at Maroochydore and other Sunshine Coast centres, in homes or education settings, and by telehealth.

Carers Queensland – Local Area Coordination

Local Area Coordinators serving the Maroochydore area help people with disability and their carers connect with community and government supports. They can also assist with applying for the NDIS and understanding and using an approved NDIS plan.

🤝 Youth and young-parent support

headspace Maroochydore

Young people aged 12–25 can seek cost-free, confidential help with mental health, alcohol and other drug concerns, work or study. Support is also available for families and carers. Young people may contact the centre directly; disability access and free onsite parking are available.

IFYS – Young Parents Support Program

Sunshine Coast mums and dads aged up to 25 can access outreach and group support during pregnancy and while raising children up to age 5. The program focuses on parenting capability, useful information, social connections and links with community support. Discuss eligibility and referrals with the program team.

🛡 Crisis and statutory support

DVConnect Womensline

Queenslanders experiencing domestic and family violence can call 1800 811 811 at any time. This free, 24-hour service provides crisis counselling, information and referrals, including pathways to emergency transport or accommodation for women and children.

Maroochydore Child Safety Service Centre

The Queensland Government operates this statutory child safety office at 15 Beach Road, Maroochydore. It is a child safety contact rather than a general parenting, counselling or therapy provider.

📌 Check before you go

• Confirm current sessions, fees, vacancies and booking requirements directly with the provider.
• Check age limits and any swimming, registration, referral or eligibility conditions.
• Ask about physical access, sensory needs, communication support and suitable adjustments.
• For children’s activities, confirm caregiver supervision and sign-in requirements.

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