External Facade Renovations in Newtown
To help ensure our centre continues functioning at its best for children and families, the building will be undergoing important repairs, upgrades and maintenance works from 29 May through to July 2026. During this time, the front-facing lift and entryway area will be temporarily removed to allow for repairs and replacement works as part of […]
Channel 7 News Features NSW Paediatric Cochlear Implant Funding Advocacy
The Shepherd Centre calls for fair, consistent funding for children with cochlear implants in NSW. The Shepherd Centre has been featured on Channel 7 News in a story highlighting urgent advocacy for consistent statewide funding of the NSW Paediatric Cochlear Implant Program. You can watch the full news segment here: Channel 7 News segment The story […]
Meet Stephanie Ingram
Meet Stephanie Ingram, Principal Regional Manager at The Shepherd Centre For Stephanie Ingram no two days at The Shepherd Centre look the same. As Principal Regional Manager, Steph oversees day-to-day operations across the centre network, moving between locations and working closely with families and staff to help ensure every child and family receives a consistent, high-quality experience. […]
A simple gift that makes a real difference.
This May, The Shepherd Centre is thrilled to partner with Flowers Across as their featured charity. When you purchase their beautiful Lily Love bouquet, 10% of each sale will be donated to The Shepherd Centre to support children with hearing loss and their families. How to take part: 1. Order a Lily Love bouquet from […]
Hobart Centre Opening Celebration
We were delighted to welcome guests to our Hobart centre opening celebration on Friday, 17 April, marking an exciting occasion for our community. The event brought together Federal, State and Local Government representatives, with the centre being officially opened by the Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, The Hon Rebecca White MP. We were honoured to share this special moment with our supporters, partners and the […]
Messy Play: Exploring Sound, Senses & Connection
Group Program – Term 2, 2026 Messy Play is a hands-on sensory experience designed to engage children’s senses, touch, sight, sound, smell, and taste, while fostering curiosity, learning, and connection to their listening and hearing world. Each session is designed to provide a rich learning environment where the children can explore and engage their senses […]
Governor-General Visits The Shepherd Centre to Witness Life-Changing Impact of Early Intervention
The Shepherd Centre was honoured to welcome Her Excellency the Hon. Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia, for her first visit to their Newtown centre. As Patron of The Shepherd Centre, Her Excellency spent time with deaf children and teens, their families and clinicians, gaining insight into the life-changing impact that early intervention can have for deaf children and their families. Witnessing Life-Changing Early Intervention During her visit, the […]
Creating Your Legacy: Making Your Will with Confidence
Making a Will is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. It brings peace of mind that your wishes will be honoured, supports your loved ones during a difficult time, and ensures your legacy lives on through the people and causes you care about. Taking the time to prepare your Will allows you to look after […]