Anglicare Central Queensland

07/06/2026

29/05/2026

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We’re a few days into National Reconciliation Week, and it’s a powerful reminder that reconciliation isn’t just a moment, it’s an ongoing commitment we all share.

This year’s theme, All In, calls on all Australians to step forward, take action, and be part of meaningful change, not just during this week, but every day.

At AnglicareCQ, we recognise that reconciliation must be genuine and sustained. It’s not about symbolic gestures or one-off acknowledgements, it’s about listening, learning, and taking meaningful action that builds respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Reconciliation asks us to reflect on our shared history, acknowledge the past, and commit to doing what we can, both individually and collectively, to create a more inclusive future.

As the week continues, there’s still time to get involved, whether that’s attending a local event, starting a conversation, or considering how you can go beyond words and contribute in a real and lasting way.



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26/05/2026

🌿 National Reconciliation Week 2026 🌿

Today marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June), a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and consider how each of us can contribute to reconciliation.

This year’s theme, “All In”, calls on everyone to play an active role, recognising that reconciliation requires genuine commitment and shared responsibility.

At AnglicareCQ, we are committed to reconciliation and to continuing to strengthen respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and cultures. This week provides an important opportunity to reflect on that commitment and the role we all play in progressing meaningful change.

We encourage everyone to take time to learn, listen, and reflect, and to consider what being “All In” for reconciliation looks like in your everyday actions.

17/05/2026

AnglicareCQ is proudly supporting and participating in the upcoming Hands of Support Event - and we’d love to see you there!
This incredible event is a “one-stop-shop” designed to provide immediate, practical support for people in our community who may be experiencing hardship or housing instability. It’s all about connecting people with essential services in a welcoming, inclusive space.
👉 If you work with or support individuals who could benefit, please share this event and help spread the word.
🗓 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀
Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026
Time: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
☕ Breakfast: 8:00 am – 9:00 am
🍽 Lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Location: Robert Schwarten Pavilion, Rockhampton Showgrounds
🌟 What’s on offer?
✔️ Health services – Flu vaccinations & general check-ups
✔️ Personal care – Free haircuts & eye appointments
✔️ Professional advice – A range of support services available
✔️ Housing support – Access to housing pathways & RentConnect
✔️ Essentials – Free “shop” with clothing & non-perishable food
Hands of Support aims to remove barriers by bringing vital services together under one roof - offering not just support, but a genuine “hand up” for those who need it most.
👋 Come and visit the AnglicareCQ team on the day - we’re here to help and connect you with the right support.

11/05/2026

🎉 See You at the Expo! 🎉

AnglicareCQ will be attending four career expos this week across Central Queensland, and we’d love to meet you!

📍 Gladstone
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 | Gladstone Entertainment and Convention Centre | 9.00am -3.00pm
📍 Biloela
Wednesday, 13 May 2026 | Biloela Civic Centre | 9.00am - 2.00pm
📍 Rockhampton
Thursday, 14 May 2026 | CQU Sports Centre | 9.00am - 2.00pm
📍 Emerald
Friday, 15 May 2026 | CQU Emerald Campus | 9.30am - 2.00pm

If you’re looking for purpose-driven work and a supportive team environment, come say hello 💙

We can’t wait to see you at the expo!

02/05/2026

💛 The 2026 Hands of Support event is just around the corner. The event brings essential services together for people experiencing homelessness or hardship in our CQ region. We’re calling on the local community to help make a difference by making a donation. 💛

👕 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
• Accepted until Friday 8 May (to allow processing)
• Please donate clean items only – no holes or stains

🛒 𝗡𝗼𝗻‑𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
📍 Community Pantry, 40 Stanley Street, Rockhampton City
⏰ Accepted until Wednesday 20 May

📅 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟭 𝗠𝗮𝘆
📍 Robert Schwarten Pavilion, Rockhampton Showgrounds
⏰ 8am–2pm
📧 𝗧𝗼 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘁𝗼𝗻:
𝗷𝗼𝗵𝗻.𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘁𝗼𝗻@𝗾𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿.𝗮𝘀𝗻.𝗮𝘂 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟬𝟰𝟯𝟱 𝟰𝟭𝟭 𝟲𝟬𝟮
Every donation helps put essential support directly into people’s hands ❤️

29/04/2026

NEW REPORT 📢 Rental affordability in Central Queensland has hit crisis point.

Anglicare Australia’s 2026 Rental Affordability Snapshot has been released today, and the findings are deeply concerning for communities across Central Queensland.

The Snapshot surveyed nearly 49,000 rental listings across Australia. It shows that people on the lowest incomes have virtually no access to the private rental market. This national picture reflects what we are seeing every day in Central Queensland, from Emerald and Blackwater to Rockhampton, Gladstone, Longreach and the Capricorn Coast.

Across Australia, the Snapshot found:
😟 0 rentals were affordable for someone on Youth Allowance
😟 Just 1 rental nationwide was affordable for a person on JobSeeker
😟 Only 0.2% of rentals were affordable for a single Age Pensioner
😟 A full time minimum wage worker could afford just 0.5% of listings
😟 Even a couple with two minimum wage incomes could afford only 14.8% of rentals

These numbers paint a stark picture, but for many people in Central Queensland, this isn’t new. It’s their lived reality.

Local families are struggling to secure long term rentals. Workers are being forced to travel further for employment because they can’t find affordable housing close to their jobs. Young people leaving home for the first time are discovering there are simply no options within reach. Older residents on fixed incomes are facing impossible choices between rent, food, and essential bills. 🏠

AnglicareCQ continues to support people across the region who are experiencing housing stress, but the scale of the crisis is growing. The private market alone cannot meet the needs of our communities. Long term investment in public and community housing is essential if we want to ensure that everyone in Central Queensland has a safe, stable place to live. 🧡

As Anglicare Australia Executive Director Kasy Chambers said today, the housing crisis is no longer a short-term shock, it is becoming a structural feature of the system. Without meaningful reform and investment, affordability will continue to decline, and more people will be pushed into housing insecurity.

AnglicareCQ stands ready to work with all levels of government and the community sector to ensure Central Queenslanders have access to the homes they need. 🤝

To read the full report:https://anglicarecq.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Rental-Affordability-Snapshot-National-Report-2026.pdf

Media enquiries:
Gemma O’Brien, Executive Assistant
📞 1300 769 814
📧 [email protected]

24/04/2026

Lest we forget 🌺

27/03/2026

🧵 “Stitched With Love, Shared With Care"

AnglicareCQ would like to extend a big thank you to Avrial and Myrtle for donating a collection of beautiful handmade quilts.

Their generosity will bring warmth and comfort to the young people in our Residential Care homes across Gladstone, Rockhampton and Emerald.

We’re also excited to be expanding our support in Emerald with the purchase of another property, and these quilts will help make that new space feel like home from day one.

A special note of appreciation to Myrtle, who once taught religious education to our CEO. It’s incredibly meaningful to see that connection come full circle in such a heartfelt way.

Thank you both for your kindness and for supporting the young people in our care. 💛

25/03/2026

Every child deserves a safe, stable childhood - but right now, too many Queensland families are struggling to meet the basics.

Thousands are facing housing stress, food insecurity, and rising living costs, and the number of children in residential care has surged. These aren’t just statistics - they’re real kids and real families who deserve better.

That’s why AnglicareCQ is proud to support the Raising Queensland campaign, calling for meaningful change so Central Queensland families are supported and local children can thrive.

✨ If you believe every child deserves safety, support, and opportunity, add your voice.
👉 Learn more and join the movement: www.raisingqueensland.com
Let’s raise Queensland together. 💛

Our goal is a whole of government Families Strategy grounded in what works, from improving housing and access to education to expanding school-based health support and strengthening community services.