Epilepsy Queensland

21/05/2026

Game 3 is sold out… but the King’s section is calling 👑

This is your chance to join hundreds of Queenslanders as ‘The Wallys’ at Suncorp Stadium!

We’ll kit you out in a maroon jersey, bald cap and moustache kit as you cheer on the Maroons.

Every ticket helps support Epilepsy Queensland and the 50,000 Queenslanders living with epilepsy 💜

What are you waiting for? Be the KING at State of Origin Game 3 🏈

Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/eqthewallys2026

17/05/2026

Epilepsy is often misunderstood as “just seizures”.

But for people like Maddie, it means fear, rejection, isolation and loss of independence.

It’s planning every day around the risk of something you can’t actually control.

We’re sharing Maddie’s story to show what epilepsy really looks like, and the difference a little help can make.

Read Maddie's story here: https://bit.ly/EQ_TA26

11/05/2026

Have you just received an epilepsy diagnosis and you're not sure where to go from here?

Maybe you've been dealing with seizures for years but haven't found anyone else who understands they challenges you're going through?

This is what our Community Connection events are for - bringing people together who otherwise might not have crossed paths, to show others with epilepsy that they aren't alone.

This is your chance to learn more about epilepsy in a supportive and friendly environment, while forming connections while you're there.

To learn more or book your free place at our next Community Connection event, click here: https://collections.humanitix.com/community-connections

10/05/2026

Fancy a seat at State of Origin Game 3? 👑

We’ve got 500 exclusive tickets to join ‘The Wallys’ and your name could be on one of them!

You’ll be kitted out with a maroon jersey, bald cap and moustache kit so you can cheer on the Maroons as the King, and our Patron, Wally Lewis!

Even better, every ticket helps support Epilepsy Queensland and the 50,000 Queenslanders living with epilepsy 💜

Tickets are on sale now!

Get yours here before they run out: https://events.humanitix.com/eqthewallys2026

06/05/2026

UNLEASH YOUR INNER KING 👑

State of Origin Game 3 may be sold out… but there’s still a way in!

Tickets are on sale now to join us in an exclusive bay reserved for 'The Wallys' at Suncorp Stadium for the biggest game of the series.

Every ticket includes your maroon jersey, bald cap and moustache kit, so you can celebrate like the King himself alongside hundreds of fellow Queenslanders.

More than just a seat at Origin, every ticket purchased helps support Epilepsy Queensland and the 50,000 Queenslanders living with epilepsy.

Be part of an unforgettable night that brings people together for a great cause 💜

Secure your seat here: https://events.humanitix.com/eqthewallys2026

24/04/2026

Sit, eat, clap, repeat - sound familiar?

You've seen it before - the charity gala dinners that all look and sound the same... not on our watch! 🙅

This is The Purple Supper, reimagined!
✨ Big energy
✨ Real stories
✨ Packed dance floor
✨ All for a cause that matters

Tickets are on sale now. Are you in?

🔗 https://epilepsyqueensland.com.au/purple-supper/

22/04/2026

We're so proud to see one of our long-time community members, Brett Petersons, in the spotlight for this incredible achievement!

After bringing home gold and bronze medals at the State Championships this year, Brett has been selected to represent Queensland at the Special Olympics National Games in Melbourne this October.

Read the full story below:

This week one of our athletes, Brett Petersons, was featured in his local paper! 🔥💪

Brett is one of the incredible athletes selected to represent Queensland at the Special Olympics National Games in Melbourne this October.

Brett says, “All this excitement is making me feel excited, happy and nervous all at the same time as this is my first time on a national stage.”

Read the full story: https://mycitylogan.com.au/local-heads-to-the-special-olympics-nationals-for-tenpin-bowling/

19/04/2026

Epilepsy affects people in many ways - not all of them visible.

Sharing your experiences will help decision-makers understand what really matters as part of the Senate Inquiry.

Optional and anonymous - just five minutes of your time could make a real difference.

Take our survey and have your voice heard: https://epilepsyqueensland.com.au/epilepsy-senate-inquiry/complete-our-survey/

14/04/2026

Over the past week, we've been talking about the national Senate Inquiry into Epilepsy in Australia - now it's time to have your say.

There are three ways you can get involved and ensure your voice is heard:
1. Complete our anonymous survey about your experience with epilepsy
2. Share your story (identified or anonymous) to be included as a case study within Epilepy Queensland's submission
3. Make a personal submission of your own directly to the Parliament website

You can choose one, or all, of the following options - there is no limit to how you participate. However you choose to make your voice heard, your responses will help ensure real-world experiences are part of the change.

Whether you are someone with lived experience, are a parent/carer or you work in education, disability, healthcare, aged care or community services - your perspective matters and we encourage you to take action.

More information on how to get involved can be found on our website: https://epilepsyqueensland.com.au/epilepsy-senate-inquiry/

This is your opportunity to have your say on what needs to change - don't waste it.

13/04/2026

This was a really special Purple Day moment but it's also part of something much bigger 💜

During the recent Parliament sitting week, members of the Labor caucus wore purple pins to show their support for people living with epilepsy, helping bring visibility to a condition that impacts 1 in 25 Australians.

We were also incredibly proud to be mentioned in a parliamentary adjournment speech by Joe Kelly MP, recognising the real impact epilepsy has on individuals and families across Queensland.

While the 3 min speech did not give the opportunity to recognise all the amazing supporters of Epilepsy Queensland, we were lucky enough to have a number of our community mentioned, including The Walsh Family and Bowling for Millie, whose extraordinary efforts continue to raise both funds and awareness for epilepsy.

Right now, we are seeing more people talking about epilepsy than ever before. From growing media attention, to the announcement of a Senate Inquiry into epilepsy, these conversations are building momentum.

And that matters, because awareness leads to understanding, understanding leads to change, and change means better support for the thousands of Queenslanders living with epilepsy every day.

To everyone sharing their story, showing up, fundraising and advocating, this moment belongs to you too 💜

Watch the speech here:

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