Parent to Parent Qld

30/10/2025

💬 Let’s Talk Hervey Bay 💬

You're invited to our next Let’s Talk Peer Group in Hervey Bay!

📅 Tuesday, 4 November
🕙 10am – 1pm
📍 Urangan Wellness Centre
🥗 Light lunch provided

This month we welcome Guest Speaker: Nicole Fuss, Financial Resilience Worker, who will share practical tips on financial wellbeing and recovery to support you and your family.

✨ A great chance to connect, share experiences, and learn together in a supportive space.

👉 To RSVP, please contact Jane Hudson:
📧 jane.hudson@p2pqld.org.au
📞 0491 215 980

30/10/2025

Now I’m Becoming an Adult Workshop - Gladstone

Becoming an adult comes with new rights, responsibilities and choices - and we’re here to help you get ready for it!

This FREE workshop is for young people (and their parents or carers) who want to learn more about what adult life looks like. We’ll cover:
• Government services and supports
• Working and getting a job
• Decision making
• Voting and driving
• Medical care
• Money, relationships and protecting your identity
• Community supports and resources

When: Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Maxine Brushe Meeting Room, Philip St Communities and Families Precinct, Pengelly Street, Gladstone

RSVP by Monday 24 November to Gaye or Brigette:
📧 gaye@p2pqld.org.au | brigette@p2pqld.org.au

Growing up can be a big step - let’s make it a little easier (and a lot more fun) together!

28/10/2025

🌟 A step towards inclusive travel! 🌟

We congratulate Sunshine Coast Airport on their commitment to accessibility with the introduction of Aviramps - innovative, solar-powered ramps providing step-free access to aircraft. ✈️

This upgrade means safer, easier and more dignified travel for people with disability, older travellers, parents with young children, and anyone who finds stairs challenging.

The Aviramps are part of the airport’s exciting terminal redevelopment, reflecting a clear focus on inclusion, sustainability, and putting passengers first - from drop-off to take-off.

👏 Well done to Sunshine Coast Airport for leading the way in creating a more accessible travel experience for everyone.

Read more here:
👉 https://www.sunshinecoastnews.com.au/2025/10/15/airport-introduces-step-free-access-for-passengers/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=2025-10-17&utm_campaign=Project+reboot+Tourism+surge+Towers+builder

Sunshine Coast Airport has taken a step towards inclusivity by introducing new ramp technology giving passengers step-free access to aircraft. Known as Aviramps, the solar-powered ramps will replace traditional stairs at the front door of planes. The new addition to the airport’s infrastructure co...

27/10/2025

Walk n Talk is unfortunately cancelled due to the wet weather. We look forward to seeing you next Tuesday the 4th November at 9am!

🌟 P2P Moreton Bay WALK ‘N’ TALK – Peer Group 🌟 HAS BEEN CANCELLED TODAY DUE TO RAIN.

Looking for connection, fresh air, and friendly conversation? Join us tomorrow, Tuesday 28 October.

🗓 When: Tuesday, 28 October
🕗 Time: 9:00 AM

Enjoy a gentle walk by the bay, chat with friendly faces, and unwind over a cuppa afterwards.

This welcoming peer-led group offers a safe, supportive space for people with disability and their supporters to connect, share stories, and build lasting friendships.

Every week, participants talk about how much they value the genuine connection, encouragement, and sense of belonging this group brings - it’s more than a walk, it’s a community. 💙

Peer Support | Advocacy | Information & Referral | Capacity Building

📞 For more info, contact Matt at matt@p2pqld.org.au

We can’t wait to walk, talk, and connect with you! 🌿

27/10/2025

Researchers from Flinders University and Cancer Council SA are leading a national research project to make cancer survivorship better for people with intellectual disability. The project is funded by the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

We’re currently inviting:
▪️adults with intellectual disability (with or without a history of cancer)
▪️disability service providers who have supported someone with intellectual disability and cancer since the introduction of the NDIS
▪️health professionals who have supported someone with intellectual disability and cancer since the introduction of the NDIS
▪️informal supporters (e.g. family, friends) of someone with intellectual disability and cancer since the introduction of the NDIS.

People can take part in a 60-minute interview or a 90-minute focus group, either online or in person. Participants will receive a $50 gift card to thank them for their time.

More information and how to get involved is available here: https://loom.ly/elUG4l4

You can watch a short Easy Read video about the study here: https://loom.ly/6k9OK4k.

Please share with anyone who might be interested. Thank you.

27/10/2025

🌟 P2P Moreton Bay WALK ‘N’ TALK – Peer Group 🌟 HAS BEEN CANCELLED TODAY DUE TO RAIN.

Looking for connection, fresh air, and friendly conversation? Join us tomorrow, Tuesday 28 October.

🗓 When: Tuesday, 28 October
🕗 Time: 9:00 AM

Enjoy a gentle walk by the bay, chat with friendly faces, and unwind over a cuppa afterwards.

This welcoming peer-led group offers a safe, supportive space for people with disability and their supporters to connect, share stories, and build lasting friendships.

Every week, participants talk about how much they value the genuine connection, encouragement, and sense of belonging this group brings - it’s more than a walk, it’s a community. 💙

Peer Support | Advocacy | Information & Referral | Capacity Building

📞 For more info, contact Matt at matt@p2pqld.org.au

We can’t wait to walk, talk, and connect with you! 🌿

26/10/2025

🌿 MyTime Parent and Carer Support Group 🌿

Are you a parent or carer of a child (18 and under) with additional needs, developmental delays, or disability? MyTime offers a safe, supportive space to connect, share, and learn alongside others who truly understand your journey.

This fortnightly group gives you time for yourself - whether that’s through conversation, learning about local services, or simply taking a well-deserved pause. Parents with children aged 0–5 are warmly welcomed, with a childminder available to support.

💛 See what Barbara S has to say about attending MyTime Peer Group - her words capture just how valuable this group is!

Join us and experience the same sense of connection, understanding, and support. You’ll walk away with new knowledge, meaningful friendships, and a stronger sense of wellbeing. 🌸

📅 Tuesday, 28 October
🕐 12:30 – 2:30pm
📍 Nutchee Building, Philip Street Precinct, Gladstone
📧 RSVP or enquiries: brigette@p2pqld.org.au

23/10/2025

🌻 Farewell and Thank You, Tee! 🌻

This week, we farewell Tee from our P2P Moreton Bay Team. Tee has been a valued member of the P2P family since 2023 and has made a lasting impact through her creativity, commitment, and passion for community. 💛

During her time with P2P, Tee’s innovation and enthusiasm helped bring so many wonderful initiatives to life, including Walk n Talk, Start Your Own Interest Group, our annual Wellbeing Day, and podcasting projects.

Tee also played a key role in Taum’s Fishing Day, which was proudly recognised as a HESTA Awards finalist. Tee represented P2P at the awards night in Melbourne alongside Matt and Taum, a true celebration of community achievement. 🎣🏆

While we’ll miss Tee’s energy and ideas, we’re excited to continue the amazing work she has helped foster in the Moreton Bay community, building on the strong foundations she helped create. 💛

Thank you, Tee, for all you’ve contributed - you’ll always be part of the P2P community. 🌻

22/10/2025

🌻 It’s Invisible Disabilities Week! (19–25 October) 🌻

Not all disabilities are visible - but every person’s experience is valid and deserves understanding. 💛

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a way for people to show they may need a little extra time, understanding, or support.

At P2P, we’re proud to be part of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Australia & New Zealand Network - helping to create spaces where everyone feels seen, respected, and included. 🌻

When you see the sunflower, remember: a little kindness, time and patience can make a big difference. 💚

21/10/2025

💬 Let’s Talk About the Future — Together! 💬
Are you unsure how to plan for retirement, manage your money, or make sure your loved one with a disability is supported in the future?

Pensions, property, wills, and support payments (it’s a lot to keep track of!)

✅ Hear directly from lawyers, financial planners, and Services Australia about how to make informed decisions for yourself or someone you care for.

You’ll get real answers, practical tools, and a free download of the “Now I’m Preparing for the Future”�guide.

☕ Morning tea provided — let us know your dietary needs when registering.
📅 10th November | 🕘 9 AM – 12:30 PM�
📍 Kawana Meeting Place, Parrearra

✨ Register today on Humanitix!
https://events.humanitix.com/planning-for-the-future-t3b2ufkt

20/10/2025

🌼 Stand By Me Peer Group – Tomorrow! 🌼

Join us Tuesday, 21 October from 12:30–2:30pm at the Philip St Precinct, Communities for Children Nutchee Building (Yellow building) for another great Stand By Me Peer Group!

Come along and share your opinions, explore new possibilities, and be part of meaningful conversations - all in a welcoming, safe space for people with disability, their families, and supporters.

Your voice matters, and we can’t wait to hear it! 💬💛

20/10/2025

📢 Workshop Cancelled 📢

We’re sorry to let you know that the below safeTalk workshops has been cancelled.

We know this might be disappointing and may cause some inconvenience; we sincerely apologise.

We are looking at new dates and will share the details as soon as we can.

Thanks so much for your understanding and support 💛

for more information - Contact Matt on 0493 467 791 or email matt.king@p2pqld.org.au

🌻 safeTALK Workshop - Suicide Alertness for Everyone 🌻

Learn and practice life-saving skills in just 4 hours!

These FREE workshops are designed to help our community recognise and respond to signs of suicide, creating a safer, more connected world for all 💛

👥 Who can attend?
🔹 Thursday 23 October – For people with Autism, their families, carers, allies, and support workers (Minimum age 15, with parent/adult supervision)
🔹 Friday 24 October – For Service Providers and Professionals supporting people with disability

📍 Location: Urangan Wellness Centre, Botanic Gardens, Urangan

📞 Questions or RSVP:
Contact Matt on 0493 467 791 or email matt.king@p2pqld.org.au
Or simply scan the QR code for tickets – but be quick, numbers are limited!

Together, we can all play a part in keeping our community safe 💛