Carers Queensland

Carers Queensland staff was excited to attend the Bayanihan Festival on Saturday, one of Queensland’s largest Filipino celebrations, held in conjunction with Philippine Independence Day.

The event took place at the Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct and drew a large crowd despite the rainy afternoon.

The weather certainly didn’t dampen spirits, with plenty of people coming along to enjoy the festivities. With great music, delicious food and a vibrant atmosphere, it was a lively and welcoming celebration for all who attended.

FABS Filipino Australian Brisbane Society Inc.

🎤 Calling all emerging content creators with disability 🎬

Have a story you’ve been wanting to tell? Now’s your chance.

The ABC, in partnership with International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), is commissioning powerful new content to be shared nationwide this December 3.

The ABC are looking for original, non-fiction story ideas from creators with lived experience of disability—across video, audio, digital articles, or social media.

Whether you want to challenge stereotypes, highlight important issues, or share your perspective, your voice matters. They especially encourage applications from First Nations, regional, culturally diverse, and LGBTQ+ creators.

Successful applicants will be paid and supported by an ABC producer. ✅

📅 Apply by midnight, 8 July 2026
📧 Questions? [email protected]

Find out more here 👉🏾

ABC is looking for storytellers for International Day of People with Disability If you are an emerging content maker or journalist with disability and have a story to tell, now is your chance to work with the ABC to tell it.

Sunshine Coast – Meet Your Local Area Coordinators (LACs)! 💜💚

In the coming weeks, we’re holding meetings in Noosa, Caloundra, Tin Can Bay and Beerwah.

Join our Moreton Bay Local Area Coordinators (LACs) for one‑to‑one conversations to help you navigate the NDIS, connect with your community, and explore supports available locally.

📌 See us at a location across the Sunshine Coast today.

📅 Bookings recommended to make sure we have time to discuss your needs and questions 👇🏾
https://collections.humanitix.com/lac-in-community-sessions?group=Sunshine+Coast

💬 Are you an unpaid carer supporting a veteran — or a veteran supporting someone with a disability or health condition?

We invite you to join our upcoming Carer Conversation this Thursday, online!

This session brings together carers and veterans who provide care, creating a space to share insights, challenges, and strengths across this unique community.

✨ Why join?
✔ Share your experiences in a safe, respectful space
✔ Raise local concerns and highlight service gaps
✔ Help influence future planning and priorities
✔ Connect with others who understand your journey

📅 Date: Thursday 18 June
🕔 Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm
💻 Location: Online via MS Teams

📌 Important: This session is an Expression of Interest (EOI). Places are limited, and submitting an EOI does not guarantee a spot. Selected participants will be contacted with confirmation and further details.

👉 Register your interest today

Veteran Carers - Online Carer Conversation We need your voice! Express your interest to be part of the conversation!

📢 Vietnamese Community Information Session – Using Your NDIS Plan

Are you part of the Vietnamese community in Brisbane South and living with disability, or supporting a family member? This workshop is an opportunity to learn more about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and how to use your plan.

What the workshop covers:
• How the NDIS works
• Information about available supports and community services
• How to use your NDIS funding
• A culturally inclusive space to ask questions.

🗣 A Vietnamese interpreter will be available throughout the session.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 1 July 2026
🕙 Time: 10. 00 am – 12.00 pm
📍 Location: Darra Community Centre, 2709 Ipswich Road, Darra QLD 4076

📞 Register or find out more:
Phone: 07 3719 9600 or 1300 999 636
Email: [email protected]

Cộng Đồng Người Việt Tự Do QLD

Starting today, Men’s Health Week (15-21 June) is a reminder of how quickly life can change and how deeply men can endure in silence. It also shows us how strength can return in unexpected ways.

For 38-year-old Desmond, known to most as Dessy, life changed forever in a single moment.

Read more 👇
https://carersqld.com.au/dessy-find-purpose-in-helping-others

🌏 NDIS Workshop for Multicultural Communities in Logan 🤝

Are you from a multicultural background and living with a disability, or supporting with disability? Join us for a friendly and informative session designed to support you on your NDIS journey.

Meet our Multicultural Local Area Coordinator (LAC) and learn how to access the supports available to you.

✨ In this workshop, you will:

✅ Understand what the NDIS is and how it works
✅ Learn about eligibility and available supports
✅ Ask questions in a welcoming, multicultural space
✅ Connect with local services and community members

🍵 Refreshments will be provided

This session is delivered by Carers Queensland in partnership with AMPARO Advocacy.

👉 Register now:

"What is the NDIS" workshop - Multicultural Communities From a multicultural background in Logan? Connect, learn about the NDIS, and discover supports for you or a family member with disability.

Calling all unpaid carers in Townsville! 🙌

What does meaningful recognition look like to you?
The Carer Recognition Act 2008 is currently under review, and we’re inviting unpaid carers in Townsville to join a Community Consultation event. Share your experiences and help shape the future of carer recognition in Queensland.

Join us to:
☑️ Share your lived experience as a carer
☑️ Discuss what recognition and support should look like in the future
☑️ Contribute directly to policy discussions under the Carer Recognition Act 2008
☑️ Connect with other carers in your local community

As a thank you for attending, you may be eligible for:
💠 The Enhance Care package valued at $480* — including a FREE Garmin smartwatch
💠 or a $50 gift card*

📍 Townsville Community Consultation Event:
🎟️ Townsville Brothers Leagues Club
📅 19 June
⏰ 10 am

Morning tea will be provided. Spaces are limited, so get in quick!
Register to attend here ➡️https://events.humanitix.com/consultation-townsville

*Terms and conditions apply. Eligibility criteria apply.
Visit our website for full details ➡️ https://shorturl.at/AhkBu

Carer Recognition Act Community Consultations | Humanitix Share your feedback and receive $50*Or you could be eligible for our Enhance Care package (valued at $480*), which includes a FREE Garmin watch.The Carer Recognition Act 2008 is currently under review and we are inviting carers to inform us on how the care we provide is recognised in our communities...

Last weekend, Carers Queensland attended the annual Australian National Chinese Women’s Federation (ANCWF) Multicultural Festival celebrating the richness and diversity within Brisbane multicultural community.

With around 300 attendees, the event featured inspiring speakers from multicultural leaders, local and federal representatives and cultural performances from across China, Vietnam, Korea, Japan, Mexico and others.

The multicultural festival brought communities together in a colourful celebration of culture and connection, supported by distinguished guests including Julie-Ann Campbell MP, Senator Paul Scarr, Dr Christian Rowan MP, James Martin MP, Robert Molhoek MP, Councillor Steven Huang, Lewis Lee OAM, and Anna Rolandsen from the ECCQ - Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland.

Our team enjoyed connecting with community members at the Carers Queensland stall, sharing information about supports and services for people with disability and their carers.

Held on 6 June, also celebrated as Queensland Day, the festival honoured the cultures that make Queensland such a diverse and welcoming place.

Thank you ANCWF for the invitation and congratulations on delivering such a fantastic event. We look forward to many more to come.

🎬 ENTRIES ARE OPEN for the 2026 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival!

Presented by NOVA Employment for its 18th consecutive year, this inspiring global festival invites filmmakers to share powerful stories that celebrate the abilities, experiences, and perspectives of people with disabilities 🌏✨

With over $100,000 in cash and prizes, it’s your chance to be part of something truly impactful.

📅 Entries close: 1 July 2026

Got questions? Reach out at 📧 [email protected]

👉 Start creating, start sharing, and let your story be seen.

Home: Focus on Ability Film Festival FOCUS ON ABILITY is a short film festival that will encourage the community to become more aware of the ability of people with a disability.