Join us at Mind Body Lounge for an exclusive open session this month, available only to DFES and your immediate family. This limited opportunity invites you to register your interest to gain full access at a time that suits your convenience, with limited days, times, and spaces available. Please note that all registrations and bookings
Create a beautiful wooden sunflower in this hands-on workshop using a craft kit. Assemble pre-cut plywood pieces, follow easy step-by-step instructions, and enjoy a relaxing, creative experience. Perfect for all skill levels, you’ll leave with a charming handmade decoration to brighten any space. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who
Create a beautiful wooden sunflower in this hands-on workshop using a craft kit. Assemble pre-cut plywood pieces, follow easy step-by-step instructions, and enjoy a relaxing, creative experience. Perfect for all skill levels, you’ll leave with a charming handmade decoration to brighten any space. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who
Fortem would like to offer First Responders and their families the opportunity to attend an online 8-week mindfulness-based skills group starting Thursday 2 July 2026 at 11am. This online 8-week mindfulness group program is a series of structured 2 hour sessions led by Fortem’s Clinical Team Marnie and Mel. The sessions involve guided mindfulness exercises,
Create your own sparkling gem suncatcher in this calming, hands-on workshop designed to inspire creativity and relaxation. As you craft, enjoy a mindful break from daily stress, improve focus, and boost your mood. Leave with a beautiful handmade piece that brightens your space and supports your wellbeing. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
Create your own sparkling gem suncatcher in this calming, hands-on workshop designed to inspire creativity and relaxation. As you craft, enjoy a mindful break from daily stress, improve focus, and boost your mood. Leave with a beautiful handmade piece that brightens your space and supports your wellbeing. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
Join our Fortem rep for a relaxed morning coffee at The Old Court House, Maroochydore, where we can enjoy the peaceful surroundings and connect with fellow first responders. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children.
Get creative with our clay crafting activity, where participants can shape and sculpt to their hearts content. This hands-on session encourages relaxation, creativity, and connection, offering a fun and mindful way to unwind while exploring imagination and self-expression. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
Get creative with our clay crafting activity, where participants can shape and sculpt to their hearts content. This hands-on session encourages relaxation, creativity, and connection, offering a fun and mindful way to unwind while exploring imagination and self-expression. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
Bring your family and first responder mates down to Bermi's Beachside Cafe and get to know folks in emergency services over a free cuppa. Drop by for a takeaway if you can't stay and chat. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one
Join Mamma Giulietta on a delicious journey exploring authentic homemade Italian cooking. For this workshop, fresh and simple ingredients take centre stage making a roasted tomato pesto gnocchi the whole family will enjoy making and love eating! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to
This practical and immersive session combines education, gentle movement and guided relaxation to help participants understand stress, regulate their nervous system and experience the power of intentional recovery. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children. All
Unwind with an easygoing session of jigsaw puzzles, good company, and some popcorn! This low-key activity is all about connection, fun, and switching off. No pressure, no pieces missing (hopefully) Just a puzzle for us to put back together. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself,
Treat the family or your first responder mates to a free cuppa at Lost Buoys cafe and get to know emergency services folks over a coffee, tea, or chai. Stop in and pick up a takeaway if you can't stay and chat. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we
Join us for a private, hands-on farm experience for first responders and their families. Hand-feed ducks, chickens, lambs and Nigerian Dwarf goats while learning how each animal contributes to regenerative farming. A relaxed, interactive experience designed to support connection, time in nature and shared wellbeing. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
Craft and connect is a friendly, no-pressure space to bring your unfinished projects back to life. Settle in, stitch, glue, paint or make while chatting, laughing, and sharing ideas. Enjoy dedicated creative time, gentle motivation, and good company. Open to all crafts and abilities - just bring your project. This free wellbeing activity is for
Unwind with an easygoing evening of jigsaw puzzles, good company, and plenty of pizza! This low-key night is all about connection, fun, and switching off. No pressure, no pieces missing (hopefully) – just great vibes and a slice (or two) of relaxation. Drop in at any time between 5pm and 7pm. This free wellbeing activity
Bring the family or the whole station along to Ishmaels Cafe in Eden and get to know other folks in emergency services over a free coffee, tea, or chai. Pick up a takeaway cuppa if you can't stay and chat. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
Unwind with us in a meditative experience. All experience levels are welcome. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children. All Fortem wellbeing activities are underpinned by the 5 Ways to Wellbeing. Created by our partners at The Royal Melbourne
Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars, and thanks to the generosity of Fujitsu, we have 15 tickets for first responder families to enjoy the show from a corporate box. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to two children. All Fortem wellbeing activities are underpinned
Join us for a fun hands-on session where you can decorate your own pot and saucer, then get planting! Create a herb bowl or plant a beautiful outdoor plant or succulent. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to
Join our Cross Stitch Workshop and discover the joy of creating beautiful, hand-stitched designs. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this guided session covers basic techniques and pattern reading. Relax, unwind, and leave with a charming handmade piece and the confidence to keep stitching at home. This activity requires a mailed activity kit to participate.
Join our Cross Stitch Workshop and discover the joy of creating beautiful, hand-stitched designs. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this guided session covers basic techniques and pattern reading. Relax, unwind, and leave with a charming handmade piece and the confidence to keep stitching at home. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
Design and create your own beaded mini pot plant in this relaxing, hands-on workshop. Using colourful beads, wire and a decorative pot, you’ll follow simple steps to craft a unique display. Perfect for beginners, this mindful activity lets you unwind while making a charming piece to brighten any space. This free wellbeing activity is for
Design and create your own beaded mini pot plant in this relaxing, hands-on workshop. Using colourful beads, wire and a decorative pot, you’ll follow simple steps to craft a unique display. Perfect for beginners, this mindful activity lets you unwind while making a charming piece to brighten any space. This activity requires a mailed activity
Women’s Wellness Event with a boost for your body & mind Join us for a rejuvenating day dedicated to your wellbeing. Begin the day with an invigorating open session with cryotherapy, infrared sauna, brain tapping, massage chairs and compression boots to energise your body, stimulate recovery, soothing warmth, promote detoxification and relaxation. These powerful services
Join us for our monthly coffee catch-up on the (Fortem) house. Come and sip a hot (or iced) beverage, amongst the beautiful Nightcliff foreshore setting. This is a casual event, so drop by any time! No need to register. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself,
Forget being creative, let's just HAVE FUN! This is a paint and sip session with a twist; we will be using glow in the dark paint for something fun and different! Come along and paint away your worries of the week and leave with a memento of a fun night.with paint! This event is BYO
Come along and try meditation of a different kind. This Aerial Mediation class will see you melt away your worries of the week and slip into a restful calm state while safely reclined in your aerial sling. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up