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13 October, 2025
Early intervention gets funding in Moreton
MORETON Bay is getting two early intervention programs as part of the Kickstarter Program.
Redcliffe Area Youth Space has received $300,000 to support at-risk youth aged 12–21, providing trauma-informed case management, mentoring, education support, pathways to employment, and pro-social activities to help reduce youth crime and antisocial behaviour.
Lutheran Church of Australia, Queensland District, has received $300,000 to support young people aged 10–17 who are offending or at risk of entering the Youth Justice system. The program will work with both young people and their families, offering tailored case coordination and community engagement over 12 months to address underlying needs, strengthen emotional regulation, and promote social-emotional wellbeing.
Minister for Youth Justice and Victim Support Laura Gerber said effective early intervention programs were critical in preventing at-risk youth from falling into a life of crime.
“We know one of the best ways to reduce crime is to intervene early before young people become entrenched in a life of crime,” Minister Gerber said.
“It’s about turning kids’ lives around early, so we have less crime and fewer victims.
“These programs are about giving young people in Moreton Bay the support, skills and opportunities they need to thrive.”
Member for Redcliffe Kerri-Anne Dooley said the Government was supporting local organisations to deliver initiatives that “guide our youth towards positive futures and away from antisocial behaviour.”
Member for Pumicestone Ariana Doolan welcomed the funding for the Moreton region.
“Kickstarter will help restore community safety through locally focused, community-led initiatives that address the root causes of youth crime,” Ms Doolan said.
Funding is part of a $115 million State Government investment to deliver Gold Standard Early Intervention across Queensland and prevent crime before it starts.
