ParaQuad Association of Tasmania Inc.

29/04/2026

24/04/2026

Today, we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and endurance that define the Anzac spirit.

We deeply honor all who have served our nation, especially those who returned with life-changing injuries and disabilities. The resilience shown by veterans throughout our history continues to inspire our community's work in supporting Tasmanians living with spinal cord injuries and physical disabilities.

The Anzac legacy reminds us that strength comes in many forms - in the willingness to face challenges, in supporting one another through difficult times, and in building a more inclusive society where everyone can participate fully.

To all veterans, their families, and those currently serving: we thank you for your service and sacrifice.

To our ParaQuad Association of Tasmania Inc. community: let us carry forward the values of courage, mateship, and perseverance that the Anzacs embodied, as we continue our mission of creating a more accessible and inclusive Tasmania for all.

Lest We Forget.

22/04/2026

ParaQuad Tasmania was proud to have Katherine Reed present to 21 University of Tasmania Physiotherapy students yesterday.
Katherine shared her personal story and rehabilitation journey living with spinal cord injury.

Katherine also collaborated with UTAS physiotherapists and students on demonstrating wheelchair skills, providing a hands-on and meaningful learning experience.

A big thank you to Dr Divandari, the UTAS Physiotherapy team, and Katherine for their ongoing collaboration and commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning opportunities — shaping the compassionate, informed physiotherapists of tomorrow.

20/04/2026

Coffee catch up's across the state in May!

Join us, catch up with peers, enjoy a free coffee courtesy of ParaQuad Tasmania and connect with community in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

All welcome — including carers, family and support persons. ☕️

RSVP for Hobart: https://bit.ly/3Q6J39V
St Helens: bit.ly/3PdaIWh
Launceston: https://bit.ly/3NZWyHX

17/04/2026

☕ Come along for a cuppa and a chat!
Paraquad Tasmania is hosting a Coffee & Connection morning right here in St Helens, and we'd love to see you there.
Whether you're living with a disability, caring for a loved one, or simply looking for some friendly company — enjoy a free coffee on us, and meet others in your community.

📅 Tuesday 19 May | 10.30am – 11.30am
📍 Panorama Hotel, 1 Quail St, St Helens
Carers, family and support persons are more than welcome to come along too.

RSVP today at bit.ly/3PdaIWh— or pass this on to someone who'd enjoy a good catch-up! 👇

14/04/2026

It's not too late to register and get involved! Happening this SUNDAY!
Hosted by Disability Sports Australia & presented by Bupa Australia

https://events.humanitix.com/bupa-try-para-sports-2026-hobart

08/04/2026

Be part of innovative research in providing CPR to Wheelchair users. Researcher, Elisha Deegan, is seeking persons with lived experience to be part of the research team in a paid position for their contributions. If you use a wheelchair and are interested, please email Elisha for more information at e.deegan2@westernsydney.edu.au before Tuesday 14th April.

Your insight is integral to ensuring lived experience is central to this important research.

01/04/2026

On behalf of our Committee of Management and staff we wish all members, customers and friends a very safe and happy Easter.

Please see below our closure over this period.

31/03/2026

Introducing Wheelchair Sports Tasmania!

Physical Disability Sports Tas (PDST) has been the flagship of our ParaQuad Programs for over a decade.
Recently we have joined an alliance with Wheelchair Sports Australia, a national body dedicated to the promotion and growth of wheelchair sports.

The alliance gives us access to promotion, marketing, equipment and training resources that we haven't had access to in the past.
As a result, we are transitioning the name of our program from Physical Disability Sports Tasmania to Wheelchair Sports Tasmania.
Our disability sports programs will remain the same, our rosters will remain the same and most importantly our amazing staff will remain the same.

Linked is our new page, like us to receive all the latest information on our sporting activities.
Our new website is coming soon!

Exciting times for physical disability sports in Tasmania!

30/03/2026

Peek‑a‑Loo - the Great Dunny Hunt 2026 is back! 👀🚽

The Great Dunny Hunt is on, and we’re calling on people from across the country to help uncover and map public toilets hiding in plain sight across the country.

By adding or updating facilities on the National Public Toilet Map, you’re helping improve access, dignity and independence for millions of people, including those living with incontinence, carers, families, travelers and anyone out and about.

Get hunting and peek a look and you will:
✅ Help make your local area more accessible
✅ Support people living with incontinence
✅ Strengthen a national resource used millions of times each year
✅ Go in the draw to win a $1,000 Discovery Holiday Parks voucher

Start hunting today: 👉 www.toiletmap.gov.au