Success Stories
Our Impact
Real Stories. Real Impact.
Supporting Stronger Families, Children and Communities
Every family’s journey is different, and we are proud to walk alongside our community through both challenges and milestones. Through our programs and services, we have supported individuals, families and children to access the help, resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Explore some of the stories, achievements and moments that reflect the impact of our work and the strength of our community. If you need support, know that you are not alone — our team is here to listen, support and walk alongside you every step of the way.
Trading Tracks Business Succes Story
In May, as part of Small Business Month, Trading Tracks was proud to host this month’s The Yarnz Network event alongside VEX Group. As a proudly Indigenous-owned business based in Mackay, VEX Group delivers engineering, fabrication, crane hire, project management, and labour solutions across the mining, construction, and industrial sectors. VEX Group continues to lead with strong values, placing community, people, and culture at the centre of everything they do. They are active supporters of community initiatives and regularly give back through sponsorships and local partnerships. This includes supporting Queensland Trading Tracks, sponsoring this month’s Yarnz Network event, and proudly funding MARABISDA Inc’s Birth Certificate Program, helping families access essential identification documents.
Their continued growth, leadership, and commitment to community impact is a strong example of Indigenous business excellence in our region. To learn more about VEX Group and the work they are doing, visit vexgroup.com.au
Piccaninny Client Success Story
In June 2016, a family stepped forward to become Kinship Carers for their great niece, aged 15 months old. The family identified that cultural protocols, values, and the family’s wishes to keep the baby connected to family, culture and community influenced their decision to become Kinship Carers. Initially, the child was cared for by two sisters (great aunties to the child) but after some time, the family chose to have one primary carer.
Carers’ primary motivation was her genuine commitment and belief that family-based placements, where possible, are in the best interest of any child requiring an out-of-home placement. From the time the child came into care to now, aged 11, Carer wanted the child to be a happy, healthy child with a stable, consistent and nurturing home environment, which Carer continues to provide.
Over the last 10 years, Carer has had an effective relationship between all members of the care team. By providing ongoing visits, meetings, appointments, multiple Child Safety Officers, the Piccaninny Foster and Kinship Care Service team has supported Carer on the fostering journey.
In March 2026, Carer was finally granted Long Term Guardianship of her great niece. Guardianship will allow Carer to make the final decisions in relation to the child without the assistance of the care team. Carer will no longer be labelled a Carer, only a loving, committed Great Aunt.