Playgroup Tasmania is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children. We have zero tolerance for abuse and promote a shared responsibility to protect children from harm. We uphold children's rights and comply with relevant child safety laws and standards.
Andrea Read
Coordinator of Playgroup Programs, Volunteer & Community ImpactAndrea has worked with families and communities for close to 30 years, with many of her roles focusing on people in remote communities and members of the Tasmanian migrant community.
She values collaboration, community connection and the positive benefits that result from grassroots community development.
Andrea has hands-on experience of playgroups, having attended with her own children in the early 2000s and taking on the role of volunteer playgroup leader with her local group.
Andrea loves being creative with play and is driven by her passion for supporting young families and creating environments where everyone is supported to thrive.
"I love that you can just drop in when you can so there's no pressure."