Join us at Mind Body Lounge! Register your interest and experience a rejuvenating journey at Mind Body Lounge, where cutting-edge wellness meets total relaxation. Enjoy an exclusive session featuring cryotherapy, red light therapy, infrared sauna, brain tap, and our luxurious massage chairs, along with compression boots and the empowering 20FIT training experience. Discover what it
Soothe your nervous system through sound. Unwind with us in a meditative experience. Experience the healing and transformational power of sound to help regulate your nervous system. 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
Join us in the Wellbeing Hub for a relaxed rock-painting session designed for all ages. Connect with others, share conversations, and explore your creativity through simple, expressive designs. This social activity encourages mindfulness, self-expression, and community connection in a welcoming, supportive space open to everyone. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into Podium Cafe and grab a take-away OR stay and chat with other members of the First Responder Community. The Fortem Team will be there to greet you from 10am to 12pm (drop in at any point). All First Responders and their families are welcome. This
Create your own beautiful natural wall hanger – a simple, creative way to add a personal touch to your space. 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
Unleash your creativity in our Wellbeing Hub with a fun, all-ages T-shirt design session. Using provided materials, participants can express their individuality through colour, imagery, and personal style. This relaxed workshop encourages social connection, self-expression, and confidence as you create a wearable reminder of your creativity and community. This free wellbeing activity is for first
Challenge your family and colleagues to master our Aqua Fun Park. Bounce, slide and splash your way over the bridges, down the slides, onto the trampoline and through the barrel of doom. With over 300m of course, you will be entertained for hours! Come and join us for the most fun you can have on
Join us for an exclusive chocolate tasting session at the Bumble Bean Cafe. At this session you'll get to see how this delicious chocolate is created locally. You'll get the chance to taste some unusual (and tasty) flavours. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
Experience the most extensive collection and display of lotus flower varieties in Australia. Millions of lotus and waterlily flowers blossom across 14 acres of water gardens creating a kaleidoscope of colour in every direction. Highlights include Cochrane Lake, Lotus Lake and Lotus Wetlands. A special feature is our exhibit of Giant Amazon Waterlilies which produce
Come and grab a coffee "on the house". Pop into the Yayes Cafe, one of Alice Springs' popular coffee spots, and chat with other members of the first responder community. A Fortem volunteer will be there to greet you from 8:30am to 10:30am (drop in at any point). A great way to start your day! This
Join us for a relaxing Zentangling workshop or how I like to call it ‘mindful doodling’. No experience needed – just a willingness to slow down and create. All materials are provided, including a take-home art journal to fill with your ideas. Discover simple mindfulness techniques through pattern drawing and leave feeling calm, creative, and
Join us for a relaxing Zentangling workshop or how I like to call it ‘mindful doodling’. No experience needed – just a willingness to slow down and create. All materials are provided, including a take-home art journal to fill with your ideas. Discover simple mindfulness techniques through pattern drawing and leave feeling calm, creative, and
Grab your swimmers and join us for a half day of fun at Ballina Waterslides. Pools and slides suitable for all ages plus a yummy BBQ. 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
It's a new year and as we reach the middle of summer there is still time to bloom, so let's grow a GIANT sunflower and paint a pot to match! 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
Angus and Hoppa from Dogs For First Responders will be meet n greeting during the school holidays at the Wellbeing Hub. Register to learn valuable information and 'how to's' when approaching a service dogs. Perfect for kids who love dogs! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself,
Join us for a fun indoor rock-climbing session, great for all skill levels! Connect with your family and other local first responders while staying active. 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 aged 5 and
Take a break from the usual routine and join us for a mini golf session – a chance to unwind, have some fun, and connect with your family and other first responders. Whether you're looking to challenge your skills or just enjoy some light-hearted competition, this event is for you! This free wellbeing activity is
New year, new Coffee Connect! Join us at Ishmaels Cafe for the first Eden Coffee Connect of 2026 - and it's on a FRIDAY! Catch up with other local members of emergency services over a relaxing coffee, tea or chai. Drop in to say hello and pick up a free takeaway cuppa if you can't
Join us for 1 hour of stand-up paddle boarding fun at the Darwin Waterfront. Attendance includes paddle-board hire. Please bring your wallet if you're sticking around for lunch! All 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
A special women's movie night set in a private cinema for our emergency service female community watching on the big screen. Enjoy complimentary custom-made movie snack boxes and a soft-drinks voucher. 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
Come along and create some wonderful memories at the Gold Coast Water Lantern Festival together with us. Grab a bite to eat and enjoy some live entertainment while we create our own lanterns (you get a kit) and we will launch them together once the sun goes down. This free wellbeing activity is for first
With climbing routes for all ages and levels of ability, you can try something new or further develop your skills whilst having an awesome, active and action-packed evening, with first responder friends and family. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other
Slow down and enjoy an origami experience. Gently fold paper into a peaceful crane and a delicate butterfly, following simple, mindful steps. This activity encourages focus, relaxation, and creativity, offering a quiet moment to unwind while creating elegant paper forms together. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
Slow down and enjoy an origami experience. Gently fold paper into a peaceful crane and a delicate butterfly, following simple, mindful steps. This activity encourages focus, relaxation, and creativity, offering a quiet moment to unwind while creating elegant paper forms together. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
Looking for a pet and only have a small place? We are painting pet rock monsters at Bondi! They take up little room, don't need to be fed and never need a litter box! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult
Designed for little legs, big hearts and even bigger imaginations, Reach for the Sky is an immersive experience that invites children to sit on bouncy balls and watch, wiggle and play as the wordless story unfolds. With mesmerising puppets, live music and playful surprises, two energetic characters take children on a journey of curiosity and
Come along for our private Christmas at the Camel Farm tour and morning tea experience! You will have the opportunity to meet, pat and feed our Camel friends. You'll even get to taste some of the products they make on the farm! This experience is fun for young and old alike. Delve into the world
Immerse yourself in the history and world-class facilities of the MCG, as you go behind-the-scenes to gain an insight into Melbourne's sporting culture, while exploring one of the world's most iconic stadiums. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and
Unwind with a calming beaded keyring activity for all ages. Using wire and beads we will create a simple yet personal accessory. This relaxed, hands-on activity supports focus and creativity while offering a peaceful moment to make something practical and meaningful. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
Unwind with a calming beaded keyring activity for all ages. Using wire and beads we will create a simple yet personal accessory. This relaxed, hands-on activity supports focus and creativity while offering a peaceful moment to make something practical and meaningful. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
Laser Corps is a fun outdoor Laser Tag/Laser Games Combat Adventure. With a huge range of laser taggers from pistols to small SMG’s to sniper rifles. The battlefields with bunkers, huts, creeks, bridges set the scene for the ultimate laser tag skirmish. Play a wide variety of missions suitable for a large range of groups
Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer morning? Come enjoy the fresh air with our Pick-Your-Own Strawberry experience! It’s truly the perfect day out; breathing in the fresh air of the patch and hunting for that perfect strawberry. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
Soothe your nervous system through sound. Unwind with us in a meditative experience. Experience the healing and transformational power of sound to help regulate your nervous system. 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
Welcome to the Dojo! Join Karate instructor Hoppa and her trusty sidekick Angus the dog to learn the art of Karate! Join in the fun with other children of first responders and have a go at mastering this awesome art. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself,
Enjoy a little friendly competition? Challenge the family or your emergency services mates to ten pin bowling and laser tag! Suitable for all ages, experience and fitness levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one
Bring along your creative side to our art series sessions! In this session you will use upcycled fabric to create fun and furry plushies. Bring your friends and family along to enjoy an afternoon of artistic expression. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to
Bring along your creative side to our art series sessions at the Wellbeing Hub! In this session you will use upcycled fabric to create fun and furry plushies. Bring your friends and family along to enjoy an afternoon of artistic expression. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
Treat the family or your emergency services mates to the view and a free cuppa at The Waterfront Cafe and get to know others working in emergency services 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
Our amazing Fortem Ambassador Garry Sims is back again; he's offering another opportunity for a group of first responders to connect through photography. He's 40 years a Police officer, a published photojournalist and an all-round lovely person, join him for a one-day workshop on Cockatoo Island where you can learn about composition and the art
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
Learn to paint on glass as we decorate a USB lamp shade. The perfect little night light for the bedside table created by you. 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 aged 5 and over.
Interested in Sailing? All skill levels welcome to join a group of first responders for fun in the sun; enjoy the social and wellbeing benefits sailing can provide. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult. All Fortem wellbeing activities are
Join us for a gentle and grounding tea ceremony, this mindful experience invites you to slow down, connect inwardly, and find stillness through the simple act of sharing tea. In a calm, supportive space, you’ll be guided through quiet reflection and presence, allowing clarity and peace to emerge. This free wellbeing activity is for first
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time golfer, this custom design mini-golf course promises endless entertainment for the whole family! It’s the perfect activity for a day out with friends or a memorable family outing. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to
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,
Join us at Mind Body Lounge! Register your interest and experience a rejuvenating journey at Mind Body Lounge, where cutting-edge wellness meets total relaxation. Enjoy an exclusive session featuring cryotherapy, red light therapy, infrared sauna, brain tap, and our luxurious massage chairs, along with compression boots and the empowering 20FIT training experience. Discover what it