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Marion’s forward thinking allows her greater independence
For Gold Coast resident Marion, being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) after the birth of her second child at age 25 was an incredibly challenging time. Her husband’s work in the Royal Australia ...
Lauren’s love for her children fuels desire to drive inclusive change in rural areas
Lauren is losing her sight, but what she is gaining along the way is a fierce determination to ensure inclusive sports and recreational activities exist for people with disability in regional areas. ...
Carers Queensland makes access to services easier for the LGBTIQ community
As part of World Pride 2023 celebrations, Carers Queensland has launched a dedicated contact channel, rainbow@carersqld.com.au, a culturally sensitive and safe way for people from LGBTIQ communities ...
Para-athlete Darron channels his lived experience to grow inclusive sports at grassroots level
In 2013 Darron raced his way into the history books as the first para-athlete to finish the Sunshine Coast 70.3 half ironman triathlon. Now he’s channelling his strength and determination to grow incl ...
Ruby uses NDIS supports to drive inclusion revolution in Gladstone community
Special Olympics swimmer and gold medallist Ruby has temporarily hung up her goggles to embark on a new journey to promote the importance of inclusion as a board member of Special Olympics Australia. ...
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Welcome to our March 2023 e-newsletter, where you will find all the latest news and information that’s important to you, your family, or your workplace. ...
Helene makes new friends on big adventures with the help of the NDIS
Helene is making more time for herself to experience new adventures and make new friends thanks to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports. As the driving force behind the Blind Australia ...
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Welcome to our latest NDIS LAC eNewsletter February 2023. ...
Carers also bearing the cost of housing and community maltreatment of people with disability
The Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability has released its most recent research on the Economic Cost of Violence, Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation ...
Marlene gets active with Carers Queensland’s sports and recreation project
Marlene Carpenter was looking to get more active in sports when the opportunity came up to join the new Carers Queensland Beyond the Sidelines Reference Group. The Brisbane mum was a skilled clay sho ...
Mathew advocates for inclusion in the great outdoors
Mathew Townsend is bringing his professional experiences with his outdoor adventure company to advocate for inclusion for people with disability. Mathew is advocating for inclusion for people with di ...
More carers to access training and employment in 2023
More unpaid carers in Queensland, Tasmania, and South Australia will be able to access training, volunteering and employment in the new year, with Your Caring Way program’s funding being extended for ...