Join us in painting St Valentines Day Garden LOVE gnomes. Give a personalised gift to your loved one or keep your gnome to spread love throughout your own garden. 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
Come and grab a coffee 'on the Fortem house"! Pop into this months selected coffee spot and grab a take-away coffee OR stay and chat with other members of the first responder community. The Fortem team will be there to greet you from 9am to 11am (drop in at any point). A great way to
Create one-of-a-kind jewellery using real pressed flowers in this hands-on workshop. Learn simple techniques to design and assemble beautiful keepsake pieces while exploring colour, composition, and nature-inspired design. Suitable for beginners and creatives alike. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult
Create one-of-a-kind jewellery using real pressed flowers in this hands-on workshop. Learn simple techniques to design and assemble beautiful keepsake pieces while exploring colour, composition, and nature-inspired design. Suitable for beginners and creatives alike. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other
Come and try a 45 minute Pilates inspired workout at the brand new Sky Barre Movement Studio in Palmerston. Reformer Pilates is based off traditional Pilates principles of control and mindfulness. You'll leave feeling strong and calm! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to
Embark on an audio-guided experience describing the events aboard the famous ship on that fateful day in 1912. Unravel the true story of the ship through personal belongings, photographs, and other relics from the passengers and the ship. Your audio guide, included with each ticket, narrates the stories and testimonies of passengers and survivors from
Use some basic sewing skills to make a cute PU leather dog bag tag to hang on your handbag, kids school bag or keychain. 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 8 and over.
Come along and try our 90-minute Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class to learn skilled techniques for self-defence. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teaches you to overcome the size and strength of your opponent with correct leverage and technique. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one
Join us this pre-Valentines for a unique experience at our Blind Chocolate Tasting event. This event takes place at a gourmet chocolate store and will feature a series of blind tastings that promise to challenge your senses and indulge your taste buds. Participants will taste and identify milk, dark, and white couverture chocolates, discover the
Join us for this fun family friendly game of SUPA GOLF. A modified form of golf where the golf clubs have oversized heads and are made of plastic. Similarly, the ball is also oversized, softer and made of rubber plastic and iridescent in colour. The flight pattern of the ball is also very similar to
Join us for a relaxing morning walk through the beautiful Maroochy Botanic Gardens! Meet outside the café at 9:30 AM for a scenic walk, followed by a coffee and a chance to connect with fellow first responders. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up
Come and grab a coffee "on the house". Pop into the Base 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!
Our virtual art class series, running twice a month, invites you to slow down, get creative, and reconnect through art, with a beautifully curated art kit posted directly to you, including all materials needed. Each session explores a range of techniques such as watercolour and acrylic painting, pencil and pen drawing, and pastels on both
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into our selected coffee spot 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 9:00am to 11:00am (drop in at any point). A great way to start your
Calling all aspiring race car drivers, let's go Kart! Adults only, get your colleagues together and register quick for Hyper Karts. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other person aged 15 and over. All Fortem Wellbeing Activities are underpinned by the 5 Ways
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 first responder
Craft & 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 first responder
Stand up paddleboarding combines adventure, fitness, and time in nature. Ideal for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike, it helps build confidence while strengthening existing skills. 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
Enjoy friendly rivalry as we battle it out in a game of wits to determine the smartest emergency service in Narooma! Register as an individual or a team of up to 8 players. Partners welcome. Suitable for 18+ years. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up
Settle in at Elsewhere Deli in Bermagui and get to know other local first responders over a relaxing coffee, tea or chai. If you can't stay and chat, drop by to say hello and pick up a free takeaway cuppa. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
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 offer incredible health benefits, from improving circulation to reducing inflammation and
Join us for a morning at the Hologram Zoo in Gateway Extra! In this holographic adventure you will travel across Africa, visiting the beautiful, yet arid African landscape. This experience is certainly not one to miss! You can take a swim down the African river, where elephants spray you with water... Make sure you watch
Come and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon at the Woodside pool and brand-new splash park! This is the perfect chance for first responders and their families to cool off, have fun, and be among the first to experience the exciting new water play features. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who
Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer morning? Come enjoy the fresh air, hunt for that perfect strawberry and enjoy Devonshire Tea afterward. 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
Join other first responder families for a fun and active session navigating Ninja Parc’s obstacle challenges. A great way to build confidence, move your body, and enjoy time together. 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
The perfect Monday blend. We encourage our First Responders to drop in or take five, have a laugh and connect with the local Fortem rep and other first responders. We can let you know a little about us and the social activities planned for the area over the coming months and how they can boost your well-being and broaden your
Join us for a fun, hands-on DIY Bird Bath Workshop where you’ll learn how to make a beautiful bird bath using clay pots and personalise it with your own painted design! All materials are provided, and no experience is needed – just bring your creativity. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
Create paper mache lanterns using toilet roll or tissue and delicate pressed flowers. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll layer, shape, and decorate your own unique lantern. This could be a messy one. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up
We encourage our First Responders to drop in or take five, have a laugh, boost your well-being and connect with the local Fortem rep and other 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. All Fortem wellbeing activities are
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, and
Explore the hi-tech site where Yakult’s iconic bottles are produced, from specialised culture rooms to advanced filling and quality control processes. Discover the science behind probiotics and the role digestive health plays in overall wellbeing. Plus, enjoy tasting the deliciously refreshing Yakult. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve).
The Australia Hologram Adventure is a 35-minute journey through some of the most unique and iconic habitats on Earth. It all begins in a cosy theatre, where you’ll meet Holi the cat, your curious guide, and discover what makes Australia’s wildlife so wonderfully weird and wonderfully unforgettable. This is Australia like you’ve never seen it
Our new Virtual Nutrition & Health Workshop Series offers monthly, bite-sized sessions that gently explore nutrition, eating habits, sleep, the nervous system, gut health, and more, supporting sustainable wellbeing through practical education and mindful connection. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself and other family members. All
Learn how to use water colour paints in water colours to create a 3-panel wave masterpiece. 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 10 and over. All Fortem Wellbeing Activities are underpinned by the
Time for some fun on the waves. This 1 hour surfing lesson is a chance to get into the ocean and learn the basic skills of surfing or if you've done it before a chance to improve your skills. Feel free to stay for a drink and light snack afterwards and share your experience with
Join us at Rebound for three hours of non-stop, Disco DJ jumping fun! The lights are turned down low, and the music is up high, bring your family and friends along for the ultimate bouncing disco for all ages! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
If you haven't visited Raging Waters, this is your opportunity to SLIDE with your family into a group of 150 FREE tickets kindly donated to our Fortem community. 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
This group surf experience will get 1st timers safely up and onto their first wave before they have time to worry about falling off. Designed for our first responders and their families to give surfing a try or to develop new skills we promise to give you an authentic taste of surfing, useful safety information
Join us at Mind Body Lounge for an exclusive open session this March, available only to WAPOL 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. Experience a premium wellness journey where cutting-edge
Join us at Mind Body Lounge for an exclusive open session this month, available only to AFP 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
Our virtual art class series, running twice a month, invites you to slow down, get creative, and reconnect through art, with a beautifully curated art kit posted directly to you, including all materials needed. Each session explores a range of techniques such as watercolour and acrylic painting, pencil and pen drawing, and pastels on both
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house." Pop into De Lokal 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.
Drop in for cuppa and connect! Located at a popular Winston Hill hot (coffee) spot our Sydney representative is always keen for a chat. 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
Join us for free entry to the Darwin wave pool. Mingle with other first responder families or spend time with your loved ones, surrounded by the stunning Darwin Waterfront Precinct. Please ensure children are accompanied by an adult. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up
Come along for a night of laughs with good company. We're headed to Brisbane's Comedy Comp (Semi Finals) to see some of the best of Brisbane's comedic talent. Grab your partner, work mates, or feel free to come solo. Pack your bag of laughs, let your hair down, and enjoy a fun night out with
Our exclusive Women's Learn to Surf Sessions - these sessions will be women only in the class. Time for some fun on the waves. This 1-hour surfing lesson is a chance to get into the ocean and learn the basic skills of surfing or if you've done it before a chance to improve your skills.
There's so much to celebrate in March - International Women's Day, Harmony Day, and Senior's Week, are just a few great reasons to get together for a meal at Club Sapphire in Merimbula. So dress casually, including a colour that represents your emergency service and let's do lunch! Partners welcome. This free wellbeing activity is
Join us for an energising one-hour boxing session - suitable for all fitness levels, this class focuses on building strength, improving coordination, and relieving stress in a supportive environment. 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 underpinned by the 5
Join us for this creative paint pour session. If you have never poured paint, then this is the opportunity! Create a masterpiece on canvas that you'll be proud to hang on the wall. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and
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 yourself,
Time for some fun on the waves. This 1-hour surfing lesson is a chance to get into the ocean and learn the basic skills of surfing or if you've done it before a chance to improve your skills. Feel free to stay for a drink and light snack afterwards and share your experience with other
Join us for brunch this International Women’s Day alongside Emergency Services personnel, Defence members and their partners as we recognise and celebrate women in service. This event provides an opportunity to strengthen connection and networking, while reinforcing the importance of empowering, supporting and championing women in leadership. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
Calling all those with a sense of fun and adventure, we have a staggering 60 tickets to share in a group get away to Jamberoo Action Park. Be quick for this one! 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 for a lively mini golf experience, whether you're trying it for the first time or showing off your skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to get active and spend quality time with your partner, family, and other local first responders. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve).
Join us for a fun-filled Bowling session, where you can try your hand at a new activity or showcase your bowling skills. This event is a great way to stay active and connect with your partner, family, and fellow local first responders. Enjoy a relaxed and engaging atmosphere while strengthening bonds with your community. This
Join us in Merimbula for a restorative, lakeside stretch and breathe class at sunrise, followed by tea and a chat with other locals serving in emergency services. Suitable for all fitness levels and mats provided. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other
Join us for a mindful morning yoga class on The Bell Tower’s stunning observation deck. Energising flow and soothing yin blend into a balanced rooftop practice that uplifts the spirit and leaves you deeply relaxed. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other
Get ready for a fun and colourful hands-on activity! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to hydro dip a terracotta pot to create stunning marbled designs using your own choice of colours. You’ll walk away with a personalised pot, a new skill, and a great morning spent with others in our first responder community. This
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with a fun and relaxing wooden ornament decorating activity. Get creative as you paint festive designs, enjoy mindful moments, and connect with others. No experience needed — just bring your imagination and enjoy a cheerful, hands-on way to mark the occasion together. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with a fun and relaxing wooden ornament decorating activity. Get creative as you paint festive designs, enjoy mindful moments, and connect with others. No experience needed, just bring your imagination and enjoy a cheerful, hands-on way to mark the occasion together. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
