Children and Families

Fraser Coast Libraries have a range of programs specifically designed for children of all ages.

Child Health Nurses

Proudly partnering with Queensland Health, supporting access to child health nurses in our community.

First 5 Forever

Explore stories, songs, rhymes, talk and play with your child through First 5 Forever - building strong foundations for learning, development and wellbeing that last a lifetime.

Street Libraries

Street libraries have been installed around the Fraser Coast, housing free books for families and the community to take, use and return.

Online Activities

Discover fun online adventures for kids - from magical shows and global races to multilingual storytimes, book reviews, and creative reading activities.

Competitions

Check out the latest competitions and giveways.

Upcoming Events for Children & Families

12 Result(s) Found

Name the Whales - Colouring in competition

03 Sep 2026 Name the whales at the new Hervey Bay Library and colour in the picture for your chance to win!

Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Pialba 4655

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free, Youth

Rattle & Rhyme - Hervey Bay

04 Sep 2026 Connect with other parents, sing songs and nursery rhymes for children 2 years and under.

Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Pialba 4655

6 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free

Storytime - Hervey Bay

04 Sep 2026 Establish your child’s love for reading. Enjoy nursery rhymes, music, movement and play. A special session each day for the opening week of the new Hervey Bay Library.

Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Hervey Bay 4655

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free

Rattle & Rhyme - Maryborough

08 Sep 2026 Join us for 30 minutes of song, rhyme and finger play.

Maryborough Library, 127-129 Bazaar Street, Maryborough 4650

23 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free

Toddler Time - Maryborough

08 Sep 2026 Come along for stories, rhymes, craft and sensory play.

Maryborough Library, 127-129 Bazaar Street, Maryborough 4650

23 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free

Krafty Kids - Maryborough

09 Sep 2026 Come along and get creative. Arts and crafts for all ages and abilities.

Maryborough Library, 127-127 Bazaar Street, Maryborough 4650

11 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free, Youth

Rattle and Rhyme at Bunnings, Hervey Bay

17 Sep 2026 Bring your bub along to Bunnings, Hervey Bay, for a special Rattle & Rhyme session on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 10.30am.

Bunnings Hervey Bay, Cnr Main and McLiver Street, Hervey Bay 4655

3 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free

Toddler Time - Howard

17 Sep 2026 Come along for stories, rhymes, craft and sensory play.

Howard Library, 56 Steley Street, Howard 4659

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free

Poona Pop-Up

18 Sep 2026 Come on down to Eric Coe Park for a fun filled session with stories, rhymes, music and movement for children under 5 years. Play and craft to follow.

Eric Coe Park, 101 Boronia Drive, Poona 4650

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free

Toddler Time - Tiaro

05 Nov 2026 Come along for stories, rhymes, craft and sensory play.

Tiaro Library, Forgan Terrace, Tiaro 4650

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Free

Storytime with Kate Mildenhall - Hervey Bay

14 Nov 2026 Mix up a little storytelling magic with author Kate Mildenhall.

Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Pialba 4655

Tagged as: , Children, Culture, Family Events, Free, Performance, Seniors, Talks & Info Sessions

Illustration Workshop with Peter Carnavas - Hervey Bay

15 Nov 2026 Join author and illustrator Peter Carnavas for a fun creative workshop where you'll learn to create characters, tell stories through pictures.

Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Pialba 4655

Tagged as: , Art, Children, Free, Workshop

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