Autism Community Network

30/05/2026

What's coming up this week with ACN? Swipe through to find out!

Please note, our Women on the Spectrum Online Support Group will proceed as normal on the Monday 8th June Public Holiday.

Carers, find your events and register here 💛 https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/acn-carers-support-groups-1902279
Adults Social Clubs, find your events and register here 🎤 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/cc/acn-autistic-adults-social-clubs-713949

Chris Minns Kellie Sloane MP - NSW Liberal Leader Kate Washington MP Liesl Tesch MP The Hon Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC Mark Butler MP

30/05/2026

Thank you and for getting Adrian ready for his flight so calmly and seamlessly.
The Quiet Room was very zen and kept him happy and relaxed ready for boarding.
Big shout out to Chris, Verity, Frossa, George, Branka and all the amazing team!
Thank you also to for putting me in touch with the team 🙏

28/05/2026

In or around the Newcastle area?

If you’re a parent or caregiver, autistic individual, community member or service provider, come along to on Wednesday, 3 June from 10am to 12pm.

Join ACN for a FREE Autism Information Session & Morning Tea.

Along with the topics you see in our flyer, hear from an amazing Mother of an autistic adult, about the wins, the challenges, and the strategies that have helped her son along the way.

ACN Manager Jessica , providing an overview of our programs and how we can support you and your family.

We will also hear from Reymon Leglise, our Guest Speaker, about accessing NDIS, how to self advocate and getting the best out of support coordinators.

All are welcome for what will be an informative and relaxed morning.

Register here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989964014937?aff=oddtdtcreator
or the Eventbrite link in bio.

At ACN, We see you! We hear you!

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27/05/2026

Wishing you a blessed Eid al-Adha filled with peace, prosperity, and continued success. May your prayers be heard and that you and your family are blesseds with happiness and good health 🌙✨

25/05/2026

We were thrilled to hear from ACN Volunteer and Carer, Sherry, at this year’s Annual Charity Gala.

Sherry spoke of the support and sense of community she has found at our Carers Support Groups and how her son, has been welcomed into the Autistic Adults Social Clubs, into a space where he can just be himself - no judgement, no pressure, just acceptance.

As a Volunteer, Sherry, like many other Australians, gives up her time to care for the Autistic loved ones in her life. We recognise and salute the incredible contribution she, and other Volunteers and Carers make to the lives of others, not just this week but every week. Their time, and sacrifice for the wellbeing of others is something that truly warms the heart.

If you would like to make a positive and lasting change as a volunteer with ACN, we would love to hear from you.

Please click https://www.acnaustralia.org.au/become-a-volunteer or the link in bio. Thank you to all our volunteers, we couldn’t do what we do, without you 💛 Chris Minns Kellie Sloane MP - NSW Liberal Leader Kate Washington MP Mark Butler MP Jenny McAllister Liesl Tesch MP The Hon Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC Melissa McIntosh MP Jodie Harrison MP Mark Coure MP Steve Kamper

23/05/2026

💬 Q: How did the name Understanding Zoe come to be?

Aligning with CEO & Founder, Laetitia Andrac’s personal interest in Ancient Greek and mythology, Zoe, meaning ‘life’ in Greek turned out to be the perfect fit for the development of .zoe.

Understanding Zoe was designed to make the lives of autistic and neurodivergent individuals, and those involved in their lives, easier and more accessible for all parties. Where personal interest met a greater passion for the industry, Understanding Zoe was born.

We are proud to partner with Understanding Zoe, and today we want to share something that matters to our community. They have just launched a completely rebuilt app. Pip, their AI coach, is now a second brain. It has a real conversation with you, then acts: logging observations, setting reminders, tracking goals and milestones, capturing strategies, all by typing or voice.

Visit the link in our bio or directly at https://understandingzoe.onelink.me/RoVT/acn for more information 💜 Chris Minns Kellie Sloane MP - NSW Liberal Leader Kate Washington MP Jenny McAllister Liesl Tesch MP The Hon Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC Melissa McIntosh MP Henry Pike MP Sarah Mitchell MLC

23/05/2026

Club Rivers has been holding their Biggest Morning Tea for over 15 years, raising much needed funds to support cancer research.

As always, the room was full, the food delicious and community spirit came together for a cause which has touched so many.

Congratulations to Paul, Jenny and all the Club Rivers team for the amazing work you all do in supporting the community.



Chris Minns Kellie Sloane MP - NSW Liberal Leader Mark Coure MP Zhi Soon MP Cancer Council Australia

22/05/2026

What's coming up this week with ACN? Swipe through to find out!

Autistic Adult Social Clubs are back on this week at Wenty Leagues and Camden Valley Inn 🥳

Newcastle and surrounding areas, join our monthly Autistic Adults Social Club at the Gunyah Hotel on the Fourth Wednesday of each month.

Carers, find your events and register here 💛 https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/acn-carers-support-groups-1902279
Adults Social Clubs, find your events and register here 🎤 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/cc/acn-autistic-adults-social-clubs-713949

Chris Minns Kellie Sloane MP - NSW Liberal Leader Kate Washington MP Liesl Tesch MP The Hon Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC Mark Butler MP Jenny McAllister

20/05/2026

We are so excited to launch our Over 40s Social Club, the first outing to kick off next Wednesday 27th May.

Each month we will choose a new location to visit, meeting from 6pm every Fourth Wednesday of the month.

This month we’ll be at Bill & Toni’s.

To join, please register your interest via the Eventbrite link in bio or directly at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/acns-autistic-adults-over-40s-social-club-tickets-1989965080123?aff=ebdsoporgprofile.

Know someone who may be interested in joining? Share this post with them and come along 💛 Chris Minns Kellie Sloane MP - NSW Liberal Leader Kate Washington MP Liesl Tesch MP The Hon Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC Mark Butler MP

19/05/2026