Your Lake Macquarie community hub
13+ programs across six days a week, baking, art workshops, futsal, fishing trips, nature discovery, skills development, and personalised 1-to-1 support in the heart of the Hunter region.
- Address
- 69 Turea St, Blacksmiths NSW 2281
- Phone
- 0402 465 606
- Hours
- Mon-Sat, 9:00am-3:00pm
- Participants
- All ages, children, teens & adults
Open six days a week, including Saturdays. The only 4titude hub with Saturday programming.
What makes Blacksmiths special
The Blacksmiths hub has a distinct character, active, creative, and connected to the outdoors. Here are three activities that define this hub.
Grassroots futsal
Inclusive futsal for all abilities. Our sessions focus on movement skills, fitness, and teamwork, building peer connections and coordination while staying active. No experience needed.
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Fishing & nature discovery
Saturday morning beach walks, fishing trips, and nature activities around Lake Macquarie. A great way to unwind and develop new skills with peers.
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Art & creative workshops
Painting, drawing, and mixed media in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. Creative sessions that encourage self-expression and build real confidence.
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Day Programs
Structured daily programs including baking, nutrition workshops, community outings, and more, Monday to Saturday.
Learn moreBaking & Nutrition
Hands-on cooking sessions that build practical kitchen skills and help participants understand healthy eating.
Learn more1-to-1 Support & Short-Term Accommodation (STA)
Personalised daily support and short-term accommodation, building participant independence, daily living skills, and confidence in community settings.
Learn moreSkills Development
Life skills coaching covering budgeting, communication, travel training, and workplace readiness.
Learn moreA typical day at Blacksmiths
Every day is a little different, but here's what a regular session looks like. No two days are the same, and that's the point.
Arrive & settle in
Participants arrive and are greeted by support workers. Morning check-in and a run through the day's activities.
Morning activity or workshop
Could be a baking class, art session, nutrition workshop, or Level Up skills program, it changes every day.
Lunch & social time
Lunch together, sometimes prepared as part of a cooking session. A relaxed break where friendships grow.
Afternoon adventure or session
Beach walks, fishing, ten pin bowling, futsal, or creative projects. Alternatively, individual goal work with a support worker.
Wrap up & head home
Wind down together, tidy the space, and organise transport home. Support workers assist with pick-up coordination.
Serving Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
The Blacksmiths hub is close to the Lake Macquarie foreshore and serves participants across the wider Hunter region. Not sure if we cover your area? Get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
Come and see the Blacksmiths hub
We'd love to show you around. Book a free visit and meet the team, no pressure, no obligation.