AQA Community

AQA Community Supports, services and resources for people with a disability to achieve greater independence and purpose | Part of Independence Australia Group

For more than 30 years AQA has resourced people whose lives have been impacted by injuries, illnesses and disability, to participate in all aspects of life with greater independence and purpose within an inclusive community. Our supports include peer-informed services, support coordination, occupational therapy, training, capacity building programs and community resources for people living with complex physical disability.�

AQA is part of Independence Australia Group.

15/04/2026

AQA’s very own, Naz and Josh have won gold at the Hong Kong 5’s wheelchair rugby competition, beating Wales in the finals. Indonesia and Singapore played off for 3rd. Well done guys.

We have some amazing news... Our Unleashing Your Potential Program is back in 2026 and we'd love for you to register NOW...
13/04/2026

We have some amazing news... Our Unleashing Your Potential Program is back in 2026 and we'd love for you to register NOW! 🙌🏻

This four-week course is a motivational and goal setting course, specifically designed for people with physical disabilities to access the tools needed to unleash your potential and improve your mindset.

Course Dates:

4 May 2026
11 May 2026
18 May 2026
25 May 2026

Limited spots available. There is a fee associated with participating – reach out to us to discuss funding options.

Click through to our website to read more about this program and register your interest here: https://ow.ly/QKgJ50Y4FSG

For further information please call us on (03) 9489 0777 or email [email protected].

Do you or a family member have a SCI and tried to speak to a health professional about a therapy, such as a stem cell th...
02/03/2026

Do you or a family member have a SCI and tried to speak to a health professional about a therapy, such as a stem cell therapy, not offered as standard care here in Australia? These conversations can be difficult, and we want to know - what would make it better?
Interested? Please email: [email protected] Or call or text: 0498 392 367 (Leanne Rees - Physiotherapist and Researcher

Join us for the Gippsland Community Network on February 12 at Moe Racing Club! 🙌🏻Our first Gippsland Network meeting has...
05/02/2026

Join us for the Gippsland Community Network on February 12 at Moe Racing Club! 🙌🏻

Our first Gippsland Network meeting has been booked and we’re very excited to see you all and introduce you to our newest Community Networks Coordinator, Ben Jankovski!

This get together is a great opportunity to share stories and ideas on topics that impact us from others with lived experience of disability.

Family, friends, carers and new members are welcome – please RSVP if you’re coming.

📍Moe Racing Club – 2 Waterloo Road, Moe
🗓️Thursday 12 February
🕛12pm

RSVP: https://ow.ly/rTiu50Y4FnC

If you have any questions, please get in touch via 03 9489 0777 or [email protected]

Please join us for lunch on Feb 11 at one of the Network’s favourite locations, Lakeview Hotel Bendigo.  🙌🏻 The venue ha...
04/02/2026

Please join us for lunch on Feb 11 at one of the Network’s favourite locations, Lakeview Hotel Bendigo. 🙌🏻 The venue has a relaxed atmosphere, delicious food and excellent customer service!

Come along and share what you’ve been up to and pick up some tips and tricks from your peers.

Family, friends, carers and new members are welcome – please RSVP if you’re coming.

📍Lakeview Hotel Bendigo, 204 McCrae St, Bendigo VIC
🗓️Wednesday 11 February
🕛12pm

RSVP: https://ow.ly/p6pa50Y4Fhb

If you have any questions, please get in touch via 03 9489 0777 or [email protected]

Come and join us for our Community BBQ on 14 February at the Altona Lifesaving Club! 🏖️Each year, we come together to ce...
02/02/2026

Come and join us for our Community BBQ on 14 February at the Altona Lifesaving Club! 🏖️

Each year, we come together to celebrate the incredible people who make our community what it is, especially our dedicated volunteers and mentors. Their commitment and support play a vital role in helping people in rehab centres and within the wider community, and we’re proud to acknowledge the impact they make every day.

This Community BBQ is an opportunity to:

✔️Connect and network with others
✔️Celebrate independence and resilience
✔️Get onto the beach and into the water
✔️Learn more about the services AQA provides

BBQ lunch and soft drinks are on us.

Family and friends are very welcome.

Please RSVP below so we can cater for you.

Beach wheelchairs and matting is available for anyone who’d like to get onto the sand and into the water. We have a space inside to get out of the weather.

We’d love to see you there and celebrate together.

📍Altona Lifesaving Club, 127 Esplanade, Altona
🗓️ Saturday 14 February
🕛 12-4PM
RSVP: https://ow.ly/eIpb50XK6ia

If you have any questions please get in touch via 03 9489 0777 or [email protected]

Join us for the Northern Community Network at The Peppermill Inn! 🙌🏻Our first Northern Network for 2026 meeting has been...
28/01/2026

Join us for the Northern Community Network at The Peppermill Inn! 🙌🏻

Our first Northern Network for 2026 meeting has been booked and we’re very excited to see you all and introduce you to our newest Community Networks Coordinator, Ben Jankovski!

Come join us at the Peppermill Inn on Feb 4 for lunch and discussions with other people with lived experience of disability in your area. This get together is a great opportunity to share stories and ideas on topics that impact us.

New members, family and friends are always welcome to join in.

Family, friends, carers and new members are welcome – please RSVP if you’re coming.

📍Peppermill Inn, 7900 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla
🗓️Wednesday 4 February
🕛12pm

RSVP: https://ow.ly/isLW50Y0tqP

If you have any questions, please get in touch via 03 9489 0777 or [email protected]

Express your interest in joining us for our Wheelchair Skills Program in 2026!👩🏻‍🦽 We will be running this program month...
15/01/2026

Express your interest in joining us for our Wheelchair Skills Program in 2026!👩🏻‍🦽 We will be running this program monthly, with dates determined by participants and trainer availability.

We offer both manual and power wheelchair sessions, delivered by Peer Trainers with lived experience of disability.

Our training equips you with the skills to navigate everyday obstacles and terrains, whilst building confidence and increasing your independence.

You'll be learning alongside one or two other participants, across a three-hour session. Your goals and abilities will inform the content of the session to ensure it is tailored, relevant and impactful.

We cater to a wide range of existing skill levels, from people just leaving rehab, to folks who've been in a chair for years and want to tackle more advanced techniques.

Express your interest and get in touch with our team and we'll make an assessment and find the session that is right for you via 03 9489 0777 or via email: [email protected]!

See more information on our website here: https://ow.ly/riR550XK6Mi

AQA would like to share the sad news that Greg Kidd passed away last Friday.  Greg was a long time mentor at AQA from th...
24/12/2025

AQA would like to share the sad news that Greg Kidd passed away last Friday. Greg was a long time mentor at AQA from the late 80’s, and he touched the lives of so many people. He was also the editor of NewsLink. Condolences to everyone who knew him. His funeral will be on Friday 2 January 2026 at 2pm (Melbourne time) at Eltham Le Pine. https://www.lepinefunerals.com.au/upcoming-funerals/39y6r/

Join us at our final catch up of 2025 at the Ballarat Golf Club! 🏌🏻‍♀️Come and join us for the final catch up of 2025 on...
09/12/2025

Join us at our final catch up of 2025 at the Ballarat Golf Club! 🏌🏻‍♀️

Come and join us for the final catch up of 2025 on 17 December at the Ballarat Golf Club. A network favourite, this venue offers delicious seasonal dishes, weekly specials and great service!

Come along for the opportunity to share more stories and ideas on topics that impact us and to celebrate another great year of supporting and learning from each other.

Family members, friends or carers are welcome (as are new members!) Just remember to RSVP so we know you’re coming! We look forward to seeing you there!

📍The Ballarat Golf Club, 1800 Sturt Street, Ballarat
🗓️ Wednesday 17 December
🕛 12pm
RSVP: https://ow.ly/ARzJ50XxVbO

If you have any questions please get in touch via 03 9489 0777 or [email protected]

Join us for the Gippsland Network on December 11 at Ten Pin Bowling! 🙌🏻For our final network meeting of 2025, we’re goin...
04/12/2025

Join us for the Gippsland Network on December 11 at Ten Pin Bowling! 🙌🏻

For our final network meeting of 2025, we’re going to play a game of Ten Pin Bowling at the Traralgon Butter Factory on 11 December. We have booked two lanes and there will be assistive bowling ramps available.

We will meet first at 12pm for lunch before having a game at 1.30pm. You’re welcome to come along with your family member, friend or carer. If you are new to our community, this is a great opportunity to experience what our network has to offer.

Please RSVP if you’re coming. We look forward to seeing you! Carers, friends and family are very welcome.

📍Traralgon Butter Factory, 192 Franklin Street, Traralgon
🗓️ Thursday 11 December
🕛 12pm (Lunch) / 1.30pm (Bowling)
💵$12 per game; companion cards accepted
RSVP: https://ow.ly/4QBR50XxV9l

If you have any questions, please get in touch via 03 9489 0777 or [email protected]

Address

416 Heidelberg Road
Fairfield, VIC
3078

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61394890777

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