Epilepsy Queensland

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!

15/12/2025

Over the weekend, we were deeply honoured to be part of the unveiling of the Lozza’s Legacy B-Triple — a moving tribute to the life and legacy of 21-year-old Lauren “Lozza” Smith, whose life was tragically cut short by epilepsy.

Built with the generous support of OBrienco Transport and its partners, the specially-branded B-Triple will carry Lauren’s story across the country, helping to spark vital conversations about epilepsy, SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy), and the profound impact epilepsy has on families and communities.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Lauren’s parents, Craig and Susan, her friends, the transport community, and everyone who played a role in bringing this tribute to life. Your compassion and commitment are helping to raise awareness and ensure more Australians understand the realities of living with epilepsy and SUDEP.

Lozza’s Legacy continues to inspire and unite us in our purpose to empower people impacted by epilepsy to live safely, confidently, and with dignity 💜

Read more here: https://epilepsyqueensland.com.au/resource-hub/laurens-legacy/

11/12/2025

We're well and truly in the thick of the festive season and gearing up for end of year holidays, but what does that mean for people with epilepsy?

Traditions that we take for granted are often challenging or anxiety-inducing for the 50,000 Queenslanders living with this complex condition.

Long days at the beach, going on family outings to look at Christmas light displays or catching up with friends at Christmas parties aren't always the fun, exciting activities many of us know them to be.

We need your help to build a community that is safer and more inclusive for the thousands of Queenslanders and their families impacted by epilepsy.

By donating to Epilepsy Queensland's Christmas Appeal, you are ensuring our vital work bridging the gap between clinical care and everyday life can continue to meet the needs of our community.

Give generously this Christmas: bit.ly/EQ_CA25

06/12/2025

What a day! 💜🏏

Day Three of the Ashes and The Holsh Experience - Home of the Gabbatroopers takeover did not disappoint. From the the crew marching into the Gabba with a live trumpet fanfare to a full squad of Gabbatroopers at Easy Times Brewing Co bringing the energy - today was something special.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined in and purchased raffle tickets. Together, we’ve raised over $5,500 to support the 50,000 Queenslanders living with epilepsy. Your enthusiasm (and legendary costumes!) make a real impact.

We’re incredibly grateful to Holsh for inviting us to join this epic event, his generosity, and his ongoing commitment to championing charities and Epilepsy Queensland.

Haven’t entered the raffle yet? There’s still time to join the fun and support a great cause. 👇
https://myimpact.epilepsyqueensland.com.au/gabbatroopers

06/12/2025

Parents and carers of children with Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies (DEEs) are invited to join an online focus group to share your priorities, challenges, and ideas for change.

Your voice is an essential part of a national conversation to improve research, care, and support for families living with DEE.

Thursday 11 December | 7:00-8:30pm AEDT
• Format: Online Zoom Meeting
• Reimbursement: $80 (Gift Card or EFT)

The DEE Roundtable Steering Committee are seeking a mix of parents and carers with lived experience across all life stages - from infants to young adults, and across metro, regional, and rural areas in Australia.

This is your chance to make sure the real needs of families are heard, documented, and acted on.

Register your interest here: https://bit.ly/48iWwCe

05/12/2025

December has arrived, and with it comes the joy and sparkle of the festive season. For the 50,000 Queenslanders living with epilepsy, the festive season can bring something very different—uncertainty, fear and isolation.

You have the power to change that, today.

Something so simple as feeling truly connected can be a challenge for many people with epilepsy this Christmas.

By making a donation to the Epilepsy Queensland Christmas Appeal, you can help create a community where people living with epilepsy feel understood, supported and safe.

Give Queenslanders with epilepsy the gift of confidence, connection and a community that stands beside them this Christmas.

Donate now: bit.ly/EQ_CA25

04/12/2025

The atmosphere is electric at The Gabba this morning, as crowds of thousands are decending for the 2nd Test Match of the Men's Ashes Series, including plenty of Gabbatroopers!

The Holsh Experience - Home of the Gabbatroopers has once again generously chosen our organisation to be part of the action through a Charity Raffle and pre-match event at Easy Times Brewing Co!

Thanks to The Holsh Experience, you have the chance to win an official Cricket Australia bat signed by the victorious 2023 Australian Ashes squad, including Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Travis Head, and more! All funds raised through the raffle are being donated directly to our organisation to support our vital services for people impacted by epilepsy across the state.

You can enter the raffle online here: bit.ly/GabbaTroopers25

Thanks again to The Holsh Experience and Easy Times Brewing Co for your generosity, helping the 50,000 Queenslanders living with epilepsy to live safely, confidently, and with dignity.

01/12/2025

Attention all cricket fans! The Holsh Experience - Home of the Gabbatroopers has got an epic prize up for grabs to bring his final event home with a bang!

You could be in with a chance to win an official Cricket Australia bat, signed by the victorious 2023 Australian Ashes squad, including Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc and more!

Make a donation to Epilepsy Queensland via the link below to go into the raflle draw and help support Queenslanders living with epilepsy 💜

https://myimpact.epilepsyqueensland.com.au/gabbatroopers

𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐈𝐓 𝐈𝐒… 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐒𝐇 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐋𝐄! 🏏💥

And to finish the journey, I’ve saved the best for last…
𝙄’𝙢 𝙧𝙖𝙛𝙛𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙛𝙛 𝙖𝙣 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩 𝘼𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙖 𝙗𝙖𝙩 𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙄𝙍𝙀 2023 𝘼𝙪𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙚 𝙨𝙦𝙪𝙖𝙙 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝘼𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙨 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙪𝙧𝙣! 🇦🇺🩵🏆

💜 𝘌𝘝𝘌𝘙𝘠 𝘚𝘐𝘕𝘎𝘓𝘌 𝘊𝘌𝘕𝘛 goes directly to Epilepsy Queensland 💜
The bat will be drawn on Tuesday 9 December and I’ll post it to the winner when I’m back in Townsville – so you can win it even if you’re not at the game! 🚚📦

I’d absolutely love to go out with a bang and raise some much-needed funds for this crucial charity. If you’re able, please dig deep and get behind it. The larger donation you contribute, the more chance to win! 🙏

👉 𝘿𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙚 & 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙗 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:
https://myimpact.epilepsyqueensland.com.au/gabbatroopers

10/11/2025

Have you heard of the Australian Epilepsy Project - AEP?

If you have been newly diagnosed with epilepsy, have recently experienced your first unprovoked seizure, or have been diagnosed with drug-resistant epilepsy, you may be eligible to join the AEP and gain access to advanced testing including imaging, cognition, and genetics, to improve your treatment pathway.

Check your eligibility and/or register your interest to join at https://www.epilepsyproject.org.au/participant-living-with-seizure