Thriving Communities Qld

21/10/2026

Did you know a Post Census Review is conducted after every Census?

Conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the review helps ensure Census data is as accurate as possible by identifying people who may have been missed or counted more than once.

If your household is selected to participate, the survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete and helps to build a clearer picture of Australia's communities to inform planning for future services, infrastructure and programs we rely on.

For more information, head to https://ow.ly/j1Vg50ZWIin

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Did you know the ABS doesn't just run the Census?

The Post Census Review is conducted after every Census to help assess the accuracy and quality of the information collected.

The review is used to estimate how many people should have been counted in the Census, how many people were missed and how many were counted more than once or in error.

It's one of the many ways we ensure Australia's statistics are trusted and reliable.

The Post Census Review is currently in the field for selected households and should take less than 10 minutes to complete. For more information, head to https://www.abs.gov.au/participate-survey/household-survey/post-census-review -has-to-participate

19/10/2026

🥰 Grandparents Day is this Sunday 25 October🥰

It's a chance to celebrate the grandparents and older people who help shape our families, strengthen our communities and share their knowledge and stories across generations.

Looking for ways to celebrate? Here are a few ideas:
📷 Family story time: Dust off the old family photo albums and share stories from the past.
🎥 Family movie marathon: Choose your favourite films, grab some popcorn and enjoy a cosy movie session together.
🎲 Family games night: Bond over a game of cards or a board game and ignite some healthy family competition.
👩‍🍳 Family meal: Cook a sentimental family recipe and share a meal together.

Grandparents Day falls at the end of Queensland Seniors Month, which encourages Seniors to connect with their communities through a variety of local events and activities. 📅

For more information about Queensland Seniors Month and to search for events near you, visit www.qldseniorsmonth.org.au



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16/10/2026

🗣️ Have your say on Queensland's human rights and anti-discrimination framework.

The Queensland Government is inviting Queenslanders to share their views on how human rights and anti-discrimination protections are working in practice.

Your feedback can help share a framework that delivers timely, practical and effective outcomes for Queenslanders.

The review is seeking input on experiences with:

✅ accessing services
✅ interacting with government agencies
✅ resolving complaints.

Whether you have lived experience, support others in your community, work in the sector, or simply want your voice heard, your views matter.

📅 Submissions close Friday 30 October 2026.

To have your say, visit: 🔗 https://www.justice.qld.gov.au/initiatives/review-of-the-queensland-human-rights-commission

Having your say is an important way to help ensure Queensland's laws and services continue to meet the needs of our diverse communities.

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15/10/2026

🏳️‍🌈✨ Did you know a world record-breaking piece of Pride history on display in Brisbane?

During October, Queenslanders have the opportunity to see a remarkable piece of LGBTQIA+ history at the Queensland Museum as part of Brisbane Pride Festival.

On display is a section of Gilbert Baker's 25th anniversary Sea-to-Sea Pride Flag. Created in 2003 to celebrate 25 years of the Pride flag, the original stretched an incredible 1.25 miles (more than 2 kilometres) across Key West, Florida, from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean. Carried by thousands of volunteers, it became the world's largest Pride flag and a powerful symbol of global LGBTQIA+ pride, visibility and solidarity.

After the event, the flag was divided into 250 sections and gifted to Pride organisations around the world including Brisbane Pride Inc. which became the sole Australian custodian of one of those sections. In 2025, the section was donated to the Queensland Museum to help preserve and share this important story with future generations.

11/10/2026

It's National Carers Week (11–17 October)! 🎉

The week is about recognising and celebrating the outstanding contribution Queensland's 642,000+ carers make to our state.

Care is everywhere. It’s in the small, everyday moments of support that hold our community together.

We’re proud to support Carers Queensland in celebrating National Carers Week and helping make carers more visible, valued and supported.

There are plenty of ways to get involved and show carers they are seen, valued and supported:
💙 Check in regularly: Ask how they’re going, give them space to talk and listen without judgement. Avoid discussing sensitive matters in front of the person they care for.
💙 Offer a break: Help with an errand, meal or household task, or spend time together over a walk or coffee.
💙 Encourage self-care: Remind carers to look after their physical and mental wellbeing. If you’re an employer, consider flexible working arrangements that support employees with caring responsibilities.

Visit the Carers Queensland website to discover events, download resources and find out how you can get involved during the week 👉 https://zurl.co/tbxkz



📷: Carers Queensland

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07/10/2026

Trying to understand more about the Disability Discrimination Act review?

The Australian Human Rights Commission has developed a series of explainers covering:
✔️ what discrimination on the grounds of disability means
✔️ how the Disability Discrimination Act works
✔️ why reform is needed
✔️how proposed changes could improve outcomes for people with disability.

🌐 Explore the explainers and learn more about the review here: 👉 https://ow.ly/tfy750ZUM6m

Image credit: Australian Human Rights Commission.

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06/10/2026

The Queensland Governments’ Stronger Homes Grant is now available to more homeowners in Queensland! 🏠

If your home was impacted by one of the following events, you might be eligible for a grant of up to $10,000 to make your home more resilient to future flooding.🌧️

• North and Far North Queensland Tropical Low, 29 January – 28 February 2025
• Western Queensland Surface Trough and Associated Rainfall and Flooding, 21 March – 19 May 2025
• Queensland Monsoon Trough, Cyclone Koji, Cyclone Narelle and Severe Weather commencing 24 December 2025.

Applications close on 30 November, 2026.

ℹ️ For more information and to check your eligibility, visit www.qld.gov.au/strongerhomesgrant

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06/10/2026

Queensland Mental Health Week is here.🧠

This year's theme, 'Build Community, Build Wellbeing', recognises the powerful role that connection and inclusion play in supporting everyone's mental health. 🤗

Mental health is built in the communities around us, the sporting clubs we belong to, the workplaces we show up to and the neighbourhoods we call home. 🏠

When we feel connected, valued, and supported, we’re better equipped to face life’s challenges. Strong communities don’t just feel good, they’re one of the most powerful protective factors for mental health and wellbeing we have.

You can participate and support positive mental health and wellbeing in your own community by:
💙 starting a conversation and checking in on the people around you
💙 hosting or attending an event
💙 joining a community group or activity
💙 sharing your story to help others feel less alone.

When we build community, we build wellbeing for everyone.

Queensland Mental Health Week is funded by the Queensland Government through the Queensland Mental Health Commission and delivered by the Queensland Alliance for Mental Health.

ℹ️ For more information and to find out how you can participate, visit qldmentalhealthweek.org.au

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01/10/2026

Queensland Seniors Month is here! 🥳

This year's theme, Connect and Celebrate, is all about bringing communities together — strong communities are connected communities.

The theme also embraces older people and recognises the enormous value they contribute to our families, neighbourhoods and wider communities. It focuses on the importance of ensuring Queensland seniors are supported to live active, healthy and productive lives and are connected, cared for and celebrated.

Strong communities are essential to our economic prosperity, wellbeing and future opportunities.

Throughout the month, hundreds of events will be held across the state, including fitness classes, art and craft workshops, technology sessions, social gatherings, concerts, excursions, expos and much more.

Find an event which you can join at www.qldseniorsmonth.org.au/events or you can even register your own Queensland Seniors Month event at www.qldseniorsmonth.org.au/login-register and help more people connect and celebrate in your community.

🌐 To learn more about Queensland Seniors Month, visit www.qldseniorsmonth.org.au



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29/09/2026

Brisbane City Council's AMPLIFY ME! outdoor gallery exhibition celebrates the creativity, talent and lived experience of artists with disability, inviting audiences to see the world through different perspectives.

Featured artist Ruby Herrenberg combines words, music and vibrant design to tell her story. Her Hey Look Ma. I Made It. series is part of a powerful exhibition that highlights the value of diverse voices and the importance of creating communities where everyone feels seen, heard and included.

Exploring the exhibition is an opportunity to connect with new ideas, challenge assumptions and celebrate the many ways people with disability contribute to Queensland's cultural life and communities.

🖼️ On display across the city until 25 October 2026, visit https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/events-arts-and-culture/art-and-culture/outdoor-gallery-and-public-art to find out more.

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Ruby Herrenberg is an artist exhibitied in Brisbane City Council's ...