Pinarc Disability Support 1800-746-272

Pinarc Disability Support 1800-746-272 Enriching and empowering lives within the disability community. Supporting people with a disability to reach their full potential. http://pinarc.org.au/

We believe in freedom of choice and the right to participate as a valued member of the community.

It is wonderful to see our lovely Parent Support Program Coordinator, Bec Paton, featured in a spotlight story on the Ca...
01/12/2025

It is wonderful to see our lovely Parent Support Program Coordinator, Bec Paton, featured in a spotlight story on the Carers Victoria website! If you would like to read the article please visit: https://www.carersvictoria.org.au/carer-stories/spotlight-on-rebecca-paton-from-pinarc/

Our Parent Support Program, led by Bec, provides a wealth of information, ideas and support for local parents, carers and families of people with disability. If you are starting your journey as a carer feel free to reach out to Bec for a chat, her warmth, understanding and knowledge of what is available locally is sure to help.



Image description: A photo of Pinarc Parent Support Program Coordinator Bec at a desk chatting with a colleague.

Join our passionate therapy team and play a vital role in improving people’s lives. You’ll work alongside a dynamic, sup...
28/11/2025

Join our passionate therapy team and play a vital role in improving people’s lives. You’ll work alongside a dynamic, supportive group of professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional care and empowering individuals to reach their full potential.
Apply today: pinarc.org.au/current-vacancies

We can all help prevent violence against women by treating each other with respect. Violence, abuse and neglect against ...
25/11/2025

We can all help prevent violence against women by treating each other with respect. Violence, abuse and neglect against women with disabilities is more prevalent than for people without disabilities. This is driven by a combination of gender inequality and ableism. Preventing violence against women and girls with disabilities requires us as a society to address both these drivers. For more information and resources you can visit https://www.ourwatch.org.au/preventing-violence/women-with-disabilities

LAST WEEK TO BUY TICKETS! Ticket sales to the My Voice Masquerade Ball must close at 4pm Friday 28 November - DON'T MISS...
23/11/2025

LAST WEEK TO BUY TICKETS!

Ticket sales to the My Voice Masquerade Ball must close at 4pm Friday 28 November - DON'T MISS OUT!

When: Friday, 5 December 2025
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Where: North Ballarat Sports Clud

Tickets are only $25 per adult and $15 per support worker or carer!

All tickets will go into the draw for some fabulous door prizes that have been donated by our wonderful supporters:
🎁UFS - gift hamper
🎁Springhill Farms - gift hamper
🎁Mode Property Styling - $100 Bunnings Voucher
🎁Ballarat Wildlife Park
🎁Mia & Talbot Candle
🎁Xtreme Bounce Voucher
🎁Pancake Kitchen Voucher
🎁Beechworth Bakery Voucher

We invite the community to come together for an evening of fun, connection and inclusion to celebrate International Day of People with Disability.

Everyone is welcome to attend – people with and without disability, families, friends, carers and support workers.

Guests can look forward to an exciting night of live entertainment, featuring a DJ Corey and Playjarism, along with delicious finger food and fantastic door prizes throughout the evening. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate, socialise and share in a positive and inclusive community spirit.

You can purchase tickets through Trybooking - https://www.trybooking.com/DFZEA
or by cash/EFTPOS at either our Lucas office or Golden Point campus

We're Hiring! Applications are now open to join our team in 2026. Make a meaningful difference in people's lives while ...
21/11/2025

We're Hiring! Applications are now open to join our team in 2026. Make a meaningful difference in people's lives while working with a dynamic and enthusiastic team. Apply today https://www.pinarc.org.au/current-vacancies/

We are having a baby boom at Pinarc! Would you believe that we have not one, not two, not three, but four members of our...
20/11/2025

We are having a baby boom at Pinarc! Would you believe that we have not one, not two, not three, but four members of our therapy team heading off on parental leave in the next few months! We are so excited for them, but it does leave a lot of shoes to fill!

Combine this with the growing community need at both our Melton and Ballarat clinics, we are now seeking full-time and part-time Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists to join our multi-disciplinary team in ongoing positions at both sites.

What we offer:
✅ Generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 (pro-rata for part-time) for direct applicants
✅ Flexibility to suit your work-life balance
✅ Comprehensive onboarding and training
✅ Ongoing support, supervision and opportunities for professional development
✅ Tailored and rewarding caseload with direct support from senior clinicians
✅ Scope to explore and develop your professional interests
✅ Salary packaging on a range of benefits
✅ Bonus opportunities
✅ Flexible leave options including purchased leave and ADO option

We deliver therapy services from birth to 65+, giving therapists the ability to choose the age range that they are passionate about working with. This allows our team to identify their desired area/s of practice whilst also having the opportunity to expand their range with ongoing support from our wonderfully supportive senior clinicians. Our team is inclusive, friendly and offers a welcoming environment where our positive culture shines!

For further details or a confidential chat please get in touch with Elin McPadden, Therapy Education & Support Manager on 0427 923 496 or Sarah Wright with the People & Culture team on careers@pinarc.org.au or visit our website https://www.pinarc.org.au/current-vacancies/

At Pinarc we love to celebrate our team and each month we recognise one or more of our staff with a Customer Service Awa...
19/11/2025

At Pinarc we love to celebrate our team and each month we recognise one or more of our staff with a Customer Service Award. Our CEO Peter always strives to present these awards personally, and this week he was delighted to catch up with Brie at our Golden Point campus and Pauleen at out Lucas clinic to congratulate them on this recognition for their wonderful efforts. Well done Brie and Pauleen on your outstanding customer service - we really appreciate you both!



Image description: Two photos of Pinarc staff receiving customer service awards, presented by CEO Peter Newsome.

Last week a group of our Speech Pathologists attended an amazing, hands-on, professional development session on TD Snap,...
18/11/2025

Last week a group of our Speech Pathologists attended an amazing, hands-on, professional development session on TD Snap, a flexible and intuitive AAC software, hosted by Link Assistive.

The team loved learning about the devices, vocabulary and how to customise these to suit individual requirements. They also enjoyed learning about the other ways this AAC can be used, such as controlling Google Home or infrared controls. They are looking forward to sharing their new knowledge with the rest of our therapy team!

World Kindness Day is a timely reminder to us all to 'be kind'! It doesn't take much effort to treat each other with a l...
13/11/2025

World Kindness Day is a timely reminder to us all to 'be kind'! It doesn't take much effort to treat each other with a little kindness and respect - the world is always a better place with kindness in it.



Image description - A graphic tile with the heading World Kindness Day 13 November 2025 and the quote "In a world where you can be anything, be kind". Features a photo of three people and teal graphic elements.

My Voice are so thrilled with the support their Masquerade Ball is getting, receiving prize donations from Mia & Talbot...
13/11/2025

My Voice are so thrilled with the support their Masquerade Ball is getting, receiving prize donations from Mia & Talbot, Xtreme Bounce, Pancake Kitchen and Beechworth Bakery!

“This event is all about celebrating our community – our strengths, our diversity and our shared experiences,” said a My Voice spokesperson. “We want everyone to feel welcome and part of something special.”

We invite the community to come together for an evening of fun, connection and inclusion to celebrate International Day of People with Disability

Everyone is welcome to attend – people with and without disability, families, friends, carers and support workers.

Guests can look forward to an exciting night of live entertainment, featuring a DJ Corey and Playjarism, along with delicious finger food and fantastic door prizes throughout the evening. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate, socialise and share in a positive and inclusive community spirit.

Tickets are just $25 per adult and $15 for support workers, carers or Companion Card holders.

Event details:
📅 Friday 5 December 2025
🕕 6:00pm – 10:00pm
🏰 North Ballarat Sports Club
🎟️ $25 adults | $15 support workers, carers, Companion Card holders
🎶 Entertainment, food and prizes included

Tickets selling fast! To book please visit https://www.trybooking.com/DFZEA

All early-bird tickets booked before 20 November get two entries into our fabulous door prize competition!

Cash or Eftpos ticket sales are available at our Golden Point campus or Lucas office.

A huge thank you to all our donors:
• UFS
• Mode Property Styling
• Ballarat Wildlife Park
• Springhill Farm
• Mia & Talbot
• Beechworth Bakery
• Pancake Kitchen
• Xtreme Bounce

Our ALO Adventures group had fun last week at the Ballarat Show - they enjoyed seeing the animals, participating in some...
12/11/2025

Our ALO Adventures group had fun last week at the Ballarat Show - they enjoyed seeing the animals, participating in some craft activities and soaking up the amazing atmosphere!



Image descriptions: a series of photos of Pinarc customers enjoying the Ballarat Show.

REMEMBRANCE DAY - Today we remember and reflect on those who have served and sacrificed for us in war and other armed co...
10/11/2025

REMEMBRANCE DAY - Today we remember and reflect on those who have served and sacrificed for us in war and other armed conflicts and their families.

We are proud to maintain a small piece of history at our Pinarc Golden Point campus, the William Dunstan Memorial Garden. This garden houses a small brick memorial dedicated to Corporal William Dunstan VC, which was originally restored by a group led by Garry Snowden. This group also created the memorial garden around it to honour both Corporal Dunstan and other former students of the Golden Point State School who served.

Recently, we were honoured to be a recipient of a "Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grant" that will assist in the further restoration of this important memorial. Work is scheduled to begin late November.

More information about this memorial is available on our website https://www.pinarc.org.au/fact_sheets/
including how you can organise to visit the memorial should you wish to do so.





Image descriptions: graphic tile with a photo of the William Dunstan Memorial Garden and the words Lest We Forget, REMEMBRANCE DAY, November 11.

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