Breaking News
20 June 2026 NSW Government confirms funding for The Shepherd Centre’s NSW paediatric cochlear implant support The Shepherd Centre has welcomed landmark funding from the NSW Government to support the ongoing delivery of specialist services through the NSW Paediatric Cochlear Implant Program. “The Minns Labor Government is ensuring children with hearing loss and their families […]
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. […]
Impact Report 2025
2025 was a significant year for The Shepherd Centre as we continued our mission to create a world of choice for children and young people with hearing loss. We proudly supported more than 900 children and young people, and their families, providing specialist services that empower them to thrive at every stage of life. Early […]
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 […]