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Cootharinga

The largest and most experienced disability service provider based in North Queensland. Terms of use

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Cootharinga is a quality service provider who has been supporting children and adults with disabilities across North Queensland for 70 years. Our areas of operation extend to Sarina south of Mackay, north to Mornington Island incorporating Cairns and surrounding regions, west to Mount Isa and areas in between, resulting in diverse and varied customers. We are committed to providing a range of tail

ored services that are relevant to your choice and needs. Contact our team if you would like to know more about our services on 1800 266 842. We work with you to design tailored supports to assist you to achieve your goals. Our more popular services include;

• Allied Health Services (occupational therapy, speech therapy, physiotherapy, continence nurse)

• Going into the community for social and recreational activities

• Assistance with day to day life (personal care, cooking, cleaning etc.)

• Day learning and activity programs

• School Holiday Program

• Cootharinga short, medium and transitional living.

• Living in supported accommodation

• Assistance with equipment (wheelchairs and mobility equipment etc.)

• Cootharinga Home Care – (Aged Care)

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27/08/2026

Wear It Purple Day (Friday 28 August)

Colours of Courage 🌈
The everyday courage of LGBTQ+ people to be themselves, and the allies who stand beside them.

We’re proud to share stories and reflections from members of our Cootharinga community, including people with lived experience and allies. Swipe through to see more. 👉

Thank you to everyone who shared their stories and voicices. Together, they remind us that inclusion can be found in the everyday through the spaces we create, the words we use and the way we celebrate one another. 💜

24/08/2026

New NDIS legislation has passed Parliament, but the changes will not happen all at once or affect everyone in the same way.

For now, you can continue using your current plan and receiving your supports as normal.

If the NDIA contacts you, it is important to respond as soon as you can. This may mean answering or returning a call, or acknowledging a message.

If you are unsure whether the contact is genuine, ask for the caller's details and call the NDIS directly on 1800 800 110 to confirm before sharing personal information.

We will continue sharing clear information, answering questions about your current supports and working alongside you throughout the changes.

Read our overview of the changes here: https://bit.ly/4xWFYd2

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25/07/2026

The Australian Government will test its new emergency warning system, AusAlert, on Monday 27 July at 2:00pm AEST.

At the time of the test, a single Critical AusAlert test message will be sent to compatible mobile phones and some other mobile devices across Australia.

Your device may:

- vibrate
- play a siren-like warning sound for about 10 seconds
- show an AusAlert message on screen

The message will clearly say it is a test. No action is required.

We know sudden sounds can be distressing for some people, including people with sensory sensitivities. If you or someone you support may be affected, you can turn your device off or switch it to aeroplane mode before the scheduled test time and leave it off or in aeroplane mode for at least one hour.

For more information and accessible resources, visit the AusAlert website:
https://www.ausalert.gov.au/alerts-explained/national-test

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24/07/2026

July is Disability Pride Month: a time to recognise identity, community, belonging and the many ways people experience disability.

There is no single way to experience Disability Pride. It can be advocacy, creativity, independence, friendship, leadership, connection or achieving a goal that matters.

At Cootharinga, we work alongside people with disability to live the life they choose, in ways that are meaningful to them.

This year’s theme is “The World Works Better With Us” - a reminder that inclusion is not about asking people to change so they belong. It is about removing barriers so everyone can take part.

We’d love to hear from our community: what does Disability Pride mean to you? Comment below👇

10/07/2026

Our Townsville clients and employees came together on the traditional lands of the Bindal and Wulgurukaba peoples for an immersive cultural experience in recognition of NAIDOC Week.

Facilitated by William Mabo, founder of STYKX and grandson of Eddie Koiki Mabo, the experience offered the opportunity to learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultural artefacts and traditions through traditional fire-making, didgeridoo meditation and even some carefully controlled spear throwing.

The day celebrated the enduring knowledge, skills and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, creating meaningful opportunities to learn, connect and reflect together.

A heartfelt thank you to William from STYKX for generously sharing their knowledge, stories and culture, helping make the day such a memorable experience for everyone involved.

Artist credit: artwork elements adapted from "Past Present Future" by Chad Briggs.

04/07/2026

This year’s NAIDOC Week theme, 50 Years of Deadly, marks an important milestone in celebrating the strength, leadership, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The theme honours five decades of voices, stories, language, art, marches, community action and ongoing connection. It also looks ahead to the next 50 years with pride, strength and purpose.

This week, our clients and employees will come together for NAIDOC Week events across many Cootharinga locations. We look forward to celebrating together and sharing photos from these special moments.

This week, and every week, we honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and communities.

Let’s keep moving forward together with respect, care and commitment.

Learn more about NAIDOC Week: https://www.naidoc.org.au/

Artwork elements adapted from “Past Present Future” by Chadd Briggs.

17/06/2026

Today is Autistic Pride Day.

Created by and for the autistic community, Autistic Pride Day recognises autistic identity, experiences and perspectives in our communities.

To mark the day, we are asking our autistic clients and employees within our community:

💬 "How could the world be more inclusive for you?"

If you would like to share with us, we would be very open to hearing from your lived experiences.

And we encourage everyone to take a moment to read, reflect and consider the small, meaningful ways we can all help create communities where autistic people feel understood, respected and included.

26/05/2026

National Reconciliation Week – 27 May to 3 June.

The theme for 2026 “All In”, is a call for ALL Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day.

Cootharinga have committed to creating equality and developing meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to listen and learn through our Reconciliation Action Plan. We strive to continue working towards reconciliation.

Learn more about National Reconciliation week and how you can be 'All In' - https://www.reconciliation.org.au/our-work/national-reconciliation-week/

20/03/2026

Harmony Day is a chance to recognise and celebrate the cultural diversity that strengthens our organisation and the communities we serve.

At Cootharinga, our people and clients bring a rich mix of cultures, languages and experiences—and that’s something we celebrate every day. Whether we are at our service centres, out in the community or providing Support at home, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

07/03/2026

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A promise that every woman and girl, regardless of background or identity – should be safe, heard, and free to shape their own lives. Yet in 2026, women and girls across Australian are still denied that fair go.

At Cootharinga, we focus on equality, which is about dignity, fairness, and opportunity for all. For more than 70+ years, we've worked alongside and for women and girls of all abilities – where we have championed choice, inclusion and community-led progress.

Because when women stand equal, communities are stronger. ♀️

This International Women’s Day, we stand with those calling for justice, accessibility and systems that truly support every woman and girl – including our First Nations women and women with disability.

Let’s Balance the Scales together. 🙌

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Garbutt, QLD

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.cootharinga.org.au/

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