ARC Disability

Yesterday was the Cairns Disability Support Worker Conference!

A huge thank you to our guest speakers who shared their expertise and insights throughout the day:

⭐️ Christine Bigby from La Trobe University on quality of life and what excellence truly looks like in support work

🏅 Paralympian Grant 'Scooter' Patterson on motivation, lived experience and inclusion

⚓️ Adam Sellars from The Pressure Project on resilience and performing under pressure

💡 Kim Adams from the Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services & Child Safety on recognising and responding to Domestic and Family Violence

🌈 Bryce Pace on intersectional identity and how to be an ally to the neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities.

It was fantastic to see so many new and familiar faces on the day - we're proud to be part of a caring community striving for better every day. 👏

Happy snaps from our awesome walking program group recently. 📸

Shout out to Chelsea, Vince, Jayden and Glen who have been getting out and about, enjoying the fresh air and staying active together. 💪

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⏰ Last chance to book in for the 2026 Cairns Disability Support Worker Conference!

Join the largest regional conference in Queensland tailor-made for Disability Support Workers! This one-day event brings together inspiring guest speakers, lived-experience insights and practical learning designed to support excellence in everyday practice.

To maximise flexibility, attendees can choose to attend for the full day or a half day AM or PM session.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your skills, gain new perspectives or connect with others in the sector, this is a day not to miss!

Tickets are limited – secure yours early via the link 🔗 https://www.trybooking.com/DKAGT

📌 We're recruiting for a Coordinator - Direct Supports!

If this sounds like the opportunity for you or someone you know, click the link to learn more 🔗 https://au.seek.com/job/92331136
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We had a tea-riffic morning today at the ARC Community Hall, where we hosted our annual Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser! 🧁

Big thanks to all who joined us for a sweet treat and donated to this important cause. All donations received will go to Cancer Council Australia 💛

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Don't forget to secure your tickets for our Gala Ball! 🎉

It's going to be one for the books - music, delicious food and drink, dancing and celebration to mark 50 years of providing ‘more than just support’!

📅 Saturday 25th July 2026
⏰ 6:00pm until late
📍 Cairns Convention Centre
👔 Dress code: formal, gold theme ✨

Limited spaces available - don't miss out!
Book your tickets 🎟 https://www.trybooking.com/DLGGA

Join us for our annual Biggest Morning Tea! 🍰☕

We’re excited to be hosting our annual Biggest Morning Tea next week, bringing our community together for a great cause.

Come along and enjoy a sweet treat, connect with others, and help us raise funds for Cancer Council Australia.

📅 Wednesday 3 June
📍 Community Hall, 52 Macnamara St

We encourage everyone to wear a touch of yellow and bring along a gold coin donation. 💛

State of origin game one energy is in full swing with our Community Hall Programs team proudly repping maroon today. 🏉🔥

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Co-design provides people with lived experience of disability the opportunity to be part of shaping an inclusive future. 🧩

CRU’s Co-Design Essentials workshop is designed to help you build skills and confidence to be ready to take part in co-design work.

This is an awesome opportunity for the Cairns community to access this kind of workshop in person. 🙌 The workshops are free of charge for people with disability and family members!

Register for the Cairns event here 🔗 https://events.humanitix.com/co-design-essentials-cairns-2026