In the heart of Sarina stands Roots Collective, an all-in-one bakehouse, restaurant, and community hub, serving smiles and great coffee since 2022. With a focus on staying grounded in the roots of humanity, Roots Collective creates a space where locals can relax, enjoy a drink, grab a bite to eat, and most importantly, connect with others.
Expanding its branches, Roots Collective now hosts monthly Parent Connect groups, held on the last Wednesday of every month to foster a sense of community for both new and seasoned parents. The groups offer a supportive space for all stages of pregnancy and parenthood, eliminating the need for a lengthy journey into Mackay.
Roots Collective Co-Owner Skye Bailey said, “There are plenty of parents' groups in the region, but we’re bringing them together to create a hub where they can grab a coffee, relax, and spend time with friends while their kids play safely in the play area.”
Ms Bailey touched on the importance of creating a space that’s both welcoming and accessible for families in the region.
“It’s vital for parents to have a welcoming space, rather than a big, clinical setting.
“We’re lucky to have a community hub that’s central, safe, and welcoming for families.”
Roots Collective also plans to introduce CPR training demonstrations for first-time parents, with a passion for making a difference in the community.
“We’re collaborating with the council to highlight different groups, advertise events, and help spread the word.
“We’re also reaching out to emergency services to offer practical sessions, like CPR training for first-time parents.”
“We want to create a space for open conversations.
“Already, mums who’ve experienced challenges during pregnancy have expressed interest in sharing their stories to support and inspire others – it’s amazing and powerful, and we want to nurture that here at Roots Collective.”
The next Parents Connect meeting will be held on the 26th of February from 9:30am to 11:30pm.
Pop into Roots Collective and try their new range of cold drinks, including delicious matcha options and a fresh smoothie selection. Enjoy a bite to eat, let the kids play in the play area, and take time to relax, connect, and enjoy the simple things in life!
Roots Collective offers a welcoming space for parents to relax, connect, and support one another through its monthly Parent Connect groups, while enjoying great coffee, food, and a safe play area for kids.
Try their new selection of delicious matcha drinks and refreshing smoothies! Photo credit: Hannah McNamara
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