The Burdekin community came together on Wednesday, 30 July, for the annual Ready Set Go event—an initiative driven by passionate volunteers from the Burdekin Early Childhood Network and Ready Set Go committees. Held at Ayr Primary School Hall, the free morning event saw 24 stallholders—including local schools, community groups, and emergency services—offering vital information and support to families with children aged 0–5.
Now in its ninth year, Ready Set Go aims to raise awareness of early childhood services and help families better understand the support available across the Burdekin Shire. “It’s a way for families to engage with services that they don’t normally engage with or know about,” said Ready Set Go committee member Rebecca Aldridge. “It’s a way to educate them about these services and make connections.”
Emergency services were on-site with vehicles, much to the delight of young attendees, while a high-energy dance performance by Ready Set Dance had kids energised and on their feet. Organisers hope the event strengthens connections between families and services ahead of formal schooling.
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