Congress & Kids
Congress doesn’t have to mean choosing between professional development and family life. We recognise that many delegates attend Congress while also caring for children, and we’re committed to supporting families wherever possible.
Below you’ll find trusted childcare resources and family-friendly activity ideas to help you plan a successful and enjoyable Congress for everyone.
Babysitter Agencies & Childcare Resources
Finding trusted childcare while travelling can be challenging. To assist families attending Congress, we have compiled a list of reputable babysitting agencies and childcare services that come highly recommended and have indicated availability around the Congress dates.
These services are provided for your convenience and independent arrangement, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your family’s needs during Congress.
The Care Collective Click Here
Coastal Babysitters Click Here
Baby & Child Equipment Hire
Travelling with young children often means travelling with a lot of equipment. To help make your journey easier, we’ve identified a selection of baby and child equipment hire businesses that offer convenient, high-quality hire options.
These services allow families to access essential items such as prams, cots, car seats and other child-related equipment during their stay, helping to reduce packing stress while attending Congress.
https://www.childsafetysolutions.com.au
https://www.babybythebeachhire.com.au
https://www.eastcoastbabyhire.com.au
https://allbabyhire.com.au/gold-coast
Things To Do – Toddlers & Pre-School Aged Children
Travelling with little ones? This section includes a selection of family-friendly activities and outings suitable for toddlers and pre-school aged children.
From low-key indoor options to outdoor spaces perfect for burning off energy, these ideas are designed to support caregivers and help younger children enjoy their time while you attend Congress.
CSI club Southport https://clubsouthport.com.au
Paradise country https://paradisecountry.com.au
Bella’s wonderland https://bellaswonderland.com.au/en/
Currumbin wildlife sanctuary https://currumbinsanctuary.com.au
Things To Do – Primary School & Teenagers
Bringing big kids or teens along? This section is all about activities with a bit more excitement and independence.
From interactive experiences to places they’ll actually enjoy being, these ideas are suited to primary school-aged kids and teenagers and are perfect for keeping boredom at bay while Congress is underway.
Dream world https://www.dreamworld.com.au
Wet & wild https://wetnwild.com.au
Sea world https://seaworld.com.au
Movie world https://movieworld.com.au
Outback spectacular https://outbackspectacular.com.au
Game Over Gold Coast https://www.gameovergc.com.au
Lost Locks Escape Rooms https://lostlocks.com.au
Sandbox VR https://sandboxvr.com/goldcoast
Splatter & Splash Room https://www.adrenaline.com.au/en/gold-coast/splash-room-experience-gold-coast
Hologram zoo https://hologramzoogc.com.au
The information and recommendations provided are intended as a guide only. Delegates should conduct their own research and exercise discretion when engaging any third-party services or activities. ACAud does not endorse or take responsibility for the actions, services or outcomes of any external providers.