Community Notices
2 Bent Rods are excited to share that the QLD Kids Fishing Classic (QKFC) is back for the upcoming school holidays! This fun and family-friendly competition is all about encouraging kids to get outside, enjoy nature, and put down their devices.
We’d love to offer you 1 FREE ticket to use however you see fit—whether that’s donating it to a family, using it as a raffle prize, or promoting it through your community. Tickets are valid for 6 months, giving you flexibility to decide when and how to use it. Since the comp runs every school holiday, there are multiple chances for the lucky recipient to join in.
About the Competition:
• Open to kids aged 3–17 years living in Queensland, with categories for 3–7, 8–12, and 13– 17-year-olds.
• Fish land-based, by kayak, or from a tinnie—no boat or travel required! • Includes saltwater, freshwater, and pest species.
• It’s a photo-only comp: participants simply upload photos of their catches to the 2 Bent Rods App.
• Fish from anywhere in Queensland, whenever suits during the school holidays!
Check out more details on our website: 2 Bent Rods - Fishing Competitions
And join our Facebook group: QLD Kids Fishing ClassicPlease don’t hesitate to get in touch if you’d like more information or if you’d like to claim your free
ticket.Thanks for your support in helping get more kids outside and into the great outdoors!
2 Bent Rods Team
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With the right tools and strategies, you can turn screen time struggles into opportunities for balance and connection, for any age group.
- Make screen time predictable
- Introduce engaging follow-on activities,
- Use visual timers
- Model calm responses to frustration, we can help kids navigate tech challenges with confidence.
- Committing to regular phone/screen/gaming free times and building in longer breaks.
- Prioritising screen free social activities like sport, clubs, a hobby or art classes – choose something fun together if it’s a new idea.
- If you feel you need help, remember it’s a sign of strength to seek advice, whether from a mental health professional or GP –
- teen screen addiction can be hard to manage alone.
Triple P’s latest article empowers parents and carers with straightforward information like this for a calm and positive approach to switching off screens.
For more tips and strategies to help you raise capable, confident kids, check out their free online programs.
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