Trauma Assist - Wide Bay

15/04/2026

Trauma isn’t always stored as a clear story. Sometimes it’s stored as a sound, a smell, or a feeling with no name.
Not every trigger comes with a warning label.
Sometimes the trigger isn’t the past you remember.
It’s the past your body kept when remembering wasn’t safe.
That doesn’t mean you’re broken.
That’s how trauma works.
Understanding can come later.

14/04/2026

Checking in doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to be genuine.
For more tips on how to have a supportive conversation, visit: ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

13/04/2026

The garden is calling🌸 Tickets are officially on sale for The Flourish Garden - an afternoon for friendship, wellbeing, and cup filling connection.

📅 Friday, 19th June 2026
📍 The Clubhouse, Hervey Bay
🎟 Spots are strictly limited

Individual tickets are $110 or if you would prefer to make sure you're seated next to friends we suggest you purchase a table of 6.

This one is going to be special, and we don't want you to miss out. Grab your ticket here 👇
🔗 events.humanitix.com/the-2026-flourish-garden

13/04/2026

Sexual assault can happen to anyone, and it is never your fault.
We know reaching out for support can be scary. This is a quick reminder of who can
call DVConnect Sexaul Assault Helpline, and what to expect when you reach out to
us.
Above all else, you will be heard and believed. We will work with you to help you
decide what next steps you'd like to take.
And if you just need someone to talk to, we're here to listen.
Reminder that family and friends of someone who has been impacted by sexual assault can also call the helpline for advice, information and support.
Sexual Assault Helpline:
180 010 120
Available 7.30 am – 11.30pm, 7 days a week

12/04/2026

Powerful and important work. Every one of these interventions represents children protected and lives potentially changed.

A zero-tolerance approach, strong collaboration, and highly trained officers are critical in tackling something this serious. Thank you for the ongoing commitment to keeping children safe and holding offenders accountable.

We have zero tolerance for child exploitation.

From 1 January to 31 December 2025, our officers stopped more than 435 individuals for carrying child abuse material at airports across the country.

Our detections also resulted in:
• 158 children rescued overseas
• 32 child abuse facilitators arrested
• 6 offenders added to the Australian National Child Offender Register for life

Our officers are highly trained to identify individuals attempting to bring this abhorrent material across the border.

Working closely with our law enforcement partners, we act decisively to protect vulnerable children and safeguard the Australian community.

11/04/2026

11/04/2026

It takes strength to recognise when something's off. Burnout can creep up in ways you might not expect — knowing the signs is the first step. 💙

Burnout can show up in ways you might not expect. It's not always obvious, and it can look different for everyone.

Read more about the common signs of burnout in our blog: https://mensline.org.au/dealing-with-stress/coping-with-burnout/
If you need support, call us 1300 78 99 78.

07/04/2026

Free domestic and family violence awareness sessions - register now 💜

We’re inviting community members to join free DV Aware sessions, developed by Lifeline Australia, to help you understand domestic and family violence, recognise warning signs, and respond safely while connecting others to support.

You'll gain practical tools, with trained support available at each session. Participants are encouraged to wear purple, the official colour of Domestic and Family Violence Awareness Month in May 🪻

🙌 Hervey Bay RSL - Friday 1 May
🟪 Morning session: 9am - 12:30pm, register here: https://www.dvalert.org.au/cselif08415
🟪 Afternoon session: 1:30pm - 5pm, register here: https://www.dvalert.org.au/cselif08416
🙌 Maryborough Services and Citizens Memorial Club - Saturday 2 May
🟪 Morning session: 9am - 12:30pm, register here: https://www.dvalert.org.au/cselif08417
🟪 Afternoon session: 1:30pm - 5pm, register here: https://www.dvalert.org.au/cselif08418
These sessions have limited availabilities, so book in as soon as possible.
The sessions are supported through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
DV-alert

07/04/2026

Such a powerful reminder — kids might not always hear our words, but they’re always learning from what we do. 💛

06/04/2026

I’m a big fan of a good cry. So if you need to cry but are feeling like you're not allowed to or that you shouldn't - here's a little reminder. You're allowed to and it's okay.

04/04/2026

“There is no rewind” is a reminder to embrace life’s fleeting nature, focusing on the present moment instead of dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Because life is a “one-take wonder” without replays, this philosophy encourages enjoying daily experiences, fostering gratitude, and acting now rather than waiting for “someday”

Key ways to live in the moment include:
Embracing Presence: Actively enjoying moments as they happen, as each one becomes a unique, unrepeatable memory.
Letting Go of Perfection: Accepting that mistakes are part of the journey and, without a “rewind button,” it is better to learn and move forward rather than regret.
Prioritizing Joy & Connection: Focusing on loved ones, laughter, and cherishing the “gold threads” of daily life—like quiet mornings or small victories.

Taking Action Now: Recognizing that time is fast and taking the initiative to do what you want to do while you have the opportunity.
Shayne Ward