by Nick Ansell | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
A new children’s book written and illustrated in south-west Victoria is set to launch this August, using storytelling to raise awareness of out-of-homecare and the urgent need for foster carers in the region. Maxie’s Adventures, created by Warrnambool-based authors...
by Nick Ansell | Aug 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
“Graham taught me how to parallel park and I did it in about 10 seconds.” That was the moment Thalia knew she was ready for her drive test. A few days later, she passed on the first go—and life changed quickly. Now in Year 12 and working casual shifts at Bunnings,...
by Nick Ansell | Aug 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
This Homelessness Week, Brophy proudly adds our voice to the call for Homelessness Action Now. Homelessness in Australia is rising — and in many cases, it doesn’t look the way people might expect. While we often picture rough sleeping, the reality is that thousands of...
by Nick Ansell | Jul 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
In Term 3, renowned psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg will visit three regional locations across south-west Victoria and the Wimmera as part of the 2025 Youth Mental Health Roadshow, delivering expert advice and practical strategies to support young people’s mental...
by Rowan Lyles | Jul 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
We’re super excited to launch The Postcard Art Project – ‘Protect What Nurtures’– a vibrant, youth-led creative program running over the next few weeks across Warrnambool & Moyne Shires. It’s all about giving young people aged 12–25 a platform to explore...
by Nick Ansell | Jun 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Brophy CEO Francis Broekman will retire in August after 30 years of dedicated leadership. His tenure as Chief Executive has shaped Brophy into one of the region’s most trusted community service providers. Francis joined Brophy in 1991, when the organisation had just...
