Epilepsy Queensland

28/02/2026

It’s officially March 1 — and that means Make March Purple is ON! 💜​

Epilepsy mucks up people's lives every day, so now it's on us to 'muck up' for epilepsy!

Will you....?​
🫟 Take on the Purple Muck Challenge
🧁 Host a DIY purple event (sausage sizzle, bake and cake stall, merch sale to name a few)
🧢 Purchase merch

​Or... why not DO ALL THREE for the 270,000 Aussies living with epilepsy.​

Get involved and get mucking – find out about it all at https://bit.ly/MMP_QLD

24/02/2026

No purple slime this time… we promise 😉

After our celebrities got Mucked at Brookwater, we’re returning for something a little greener — the Brookwater Ambrose Golf Day for Epilepsy Queensland! ⛳️💜

Whether you're a seasoned pro or can count the number of times you've picked up a golf club on one hand, the Ambrose format makes it easy for golfers of all skills levels to get in on the action. Plus, you'll join professional golfer and two-time PGA Tour of Australasia winner Adam Blyth, and our Patron Wally Lewis on the course!

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who has an interest in golf and a desire to make an impact for the 50,000 Queenslanders living with epilepsy 💜

🗓️ Friday, March 27
📍 Brookwater Golf and Country Club

Find out more and get tickets here: https://epilepsyqueensland.com.au/golfday25/

23/02/2026

We are so 'Lucky' to have Lakeisha Patterson OAM as a dear friend of our organisation. Her story is a constant reminder to those who have been diagnosed with epilepsy, just like her, that you are so much more than just your diagnosis.

We are so glad to see her story being shared in this way - what an incredible role model you are, Lucky! 💜

When swimmer Lakeisha “Lucky” Patterson, thinks of home, she thinks of a bright yellow gingham tablecloth, and the people gathered around it.

13/02/2026

We are still absolutely BUZZING with excitement after launching the Make March Purple campaign here in Queensland with the Major Muck Up broadcast LIVE on TODAY!

Our community showed up before the sun had even risen on Wednesday morning, decked out in their best purple gear, full of energy, and ready to share with Australia just how epilepsy mucks up lives every day.

A special shout out to our celebrity "Muckees", Breanna Koenan, Richard Champion, Darius Boyd, Dallas Johnson, Melissa Downes, Joel Dry, Tim Davies, and of course our Patron Wally "The King" Lewis who all got mucked for our cause 🫟

We couldn't have done it without our incredible community partners, who donated their time and talent to making the Major Muck Up the spectacle that it was. Thank you to Brookwater Golf & Country Club and Adam Blyth for hosting us and letting us "Muck Up" your beautiful grounds, to Tim from Toowong Village Meats for the delicious sausage sizzle, High 5s Inflatables for the epic obstacle course, Memorable Occasion by Em for setting the stage with a gorgeous balloon arch, and to Nic’s Knacks for blessing everyone with beautiful face paint designs!

The Major Muck Up was an unprecedented moment, not only for the Make March Purple campaign, but for all Australians living with and impacted by epilepsy. By coming together on national television, we showed Australia the strength and unity of the epilepsy community, and showed everyone that epilepsy is not invisible when we stand together 🤝💜

Let's keep the energy and momentum going, and make this year's Make March Purple the biggest one yet! Find out more: www.epilepsyqueensland.com.au/makemarchpurple

Check out some of highlights that were captured from this incredible morning.

11/02/2026

💜 Major Muck Up – A Message from Our Board Chair 💜

What an incredible moment for our community!

Following Epilepsy Queensland's Major Muck Up event, which was televised across Australia on the TODAY Show to kick off our Make March Purple campaign, our Board Chair has shared a heartfelt message of thanks to everyone who helped bring this to life.

This milestone isn’t just about one event. It’s about a movement.

Make March Purple is about raising awareness of epilepsy, starting important conversations, challenging stigma, and ensuring the 1 in 25 Australians who will be diagnosed in their lifetime know they are not alone.

In the video, our Chair reflects on the power of community and invites you to take the next step.

💜 Register for the Purple Muck Challenge
💜 Host your own fundraiser
💜 Share your story
💜 Donate or get your workplace, school or community involved

Every action, big or small, helps us continue delivering vital services, education and support to people living with epilepsy across Queensland.

Together, we can turn awareness into action this March.

Help us Make March Purple: https://bit.ly/MMP26_EQ

06/02/2026

Look who's joined our purple plush family! 🦥🦉

This year we have welcomed a Sloth and an Owl to our plush line up - but now they need names, and that's where YOU come in!

Drop your name suggestions down below and we'll choose the most popular ones to go head-to-head in a poll on our Instagram stories next week.

Our Sloth and Owl are available to purchase now on our shop, alongside some of our old favourites 🦘🦙🐮

As always, all profits from merchandise sales go towards keeping our vital services available for the 50,000 Queenslanders living with epilepsy and their families.

Get yours today: https://myimpact.epilepsyqueensland.com.au/shop

04/02/2026

🫟 Something PURPLE is coming! 🫟 We are of course talking about Make March Purple 2026! Are you ready to Muck Up for Epilepsy?​

Whether at home, school, work, or your local sporting club, this year is all about stepping outside your comfort zone and doing something bold and a little out of the ordinary for a great cause.​

Take on the Purple Muck Challenge or go purple your way - it all makes a difference in helping to raise awareness and vital funds for epilepsy support services, programs and research.​

Stand up, stand out, and stand with the 270,000 Australians whose lives are mucked up by epilepsy.​

Register now at www.makemarchpurple.org.au​

15/01/2026

Epilim (Sodium Valproate) 100mg crushable tablets will be discontinued worldwide and de-listed from the PBS, with stock expected to be exhausted in late February. We know changes like this can be concerning, particularly for people who rely on a specific formulation.

At this stage, there is no generic equivalent for the 100mg crushable tablets. However, other Epilim formulations and doses remain available, including tablets, liquids, and sugar-coated tablets.

If you or someone you support is affected, we strongly encourage you to speak with your neurologist, consultant, or specialist to discuss suitable alternatives and ensure any changes are made safely. Please do not stop or change medication without medical advice.

For further information, please visit https://www.tga.gov.au/safety/shortages-and-supply-disruptions

09/01/2026

Did somebody say "accessible music festival"!?

The countdown is on until the inaugural Gather & Grow festival hits the Brightside Outdoors stage on Saturday, January 17.

Hosted by Moonbow Music, the festival was created as a celebration of their fourth year of operation, but Founder, Maddie O'Brien, wanted to make an even bigger impact through the event by choosing to fundraise for Epilepsy Queensland.

As someone who is personally impacted by epilepsy, Maddie wanted to create an event for people just like her who may not have the chance to attend traditional festivals or concerts. Working closely with the venue, Gather & Grow festival will feature a dedicated chill-out zone for those with sensory sensitivities, a toned-down lighting design to reduce photosensitivity triggers and other accessibility measures.

"Gather & Grow is about more than just a lineup," Maddie says, "it's about creating community and celebrating the people who make live music thrive".

Find out more 👉

24/12/2025

Presents are wrapped, plans are made, and the countdown is on - Christmas is almost here.

But there’s still time to give one last, truly meaningful gift 💜🎁

A donation to Epilepsy Queensland’s Christmas Appeal means our team can continue to provide tailored support and education that bridges the gap between clinical care and everyday life — not just at Christmas, but all year round.

This festive season, your generosity can make a real difference.

Give your final gift today and help change lives: bit.ly/EQ_CA25

22/12/2025

2025 is almost at an end, and so are our office hours for the year.

The Epilepsy Queensland office will be closed from midday, 24 December, 2025 until we reopen on Monday, 5 January.

If you are in need of support or information during that time, we encourage you to contact 13 HEALTH.

We wish all of our community a joyful holiday break, a very Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!