Hey there;

Im Bernie the Bluetongue, and I just want to let you know, that Im going away for a short holiday - its cold and wet & Im not very comfortable just now. Dont be dismayed, I will be back in a short while, and I will be promoting, not just children 0-5, but children 0-12.

The 4 year, federally funded Communities for Children - Burnie initiaitive, ceased as of 30th June 2009. However, funding for a further 3 years has been awarded. After a 6 nmonth consultative period, activities and programs will be rolled out as of 1st January 2010. If you are a service provider of NGO, or a family with an interest in the 0-12 years age group, and will valuable information to share, please keep an eye out for Community Forums over the next few months.