Centacare NQ

Centacare North Queensland provides a range of programs to assist individuals, families and community

Below are some of the services Centacare North Queensland provides. Please visit our website - www.centacarenq.org.au for more information, and to see our full services list.

::Disability Services::
NDIS Registered Provider
Respite House
Trinity House

::Counselling Services::
ACCESS Employee Assistance Program
BRIDGE Specialised Family Support Program
Counselling Intervention Service
Bowen

Community & Individual Support Services
Family & Community Counselling
Gambling Help Service
ROSA Counselling Intervention Service

::Family Support Services::
Family Relationship Centre
BRIDGE Specialised Family Support Program
Family Intervention Services
Regional Area Integrated Family Support Service
School Savvy NQ

::Mediation and Family Dispute Resolution Services::
ACCESS Employee Assistance Program
Family Relationship Centre
Regional Family Dispute Resolution Service
Education and Courses

::Education and Life Skills Program::
This program provides group work services to children and adults. Including topics of wellbeing and resilience, emotional regulation and parenting.

::Youth Support Services::
Reconnect

::Community Engagement and Support Services::
Cloncurry Community Support Services
Gambling Help Service
HIPPY (Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters)

21/08/2026

You or your organisation can be part of a local initiative that has a strong audience and will showcase your brand whilst supporting an important conversation around wellbeing, connection and good mental health.

Your support of our event with donations of products, vouchers for prizes will be part of making an even truly memorable.

We’re also inviting businesses and wellbeing organisations to purchase a stall at our Wellbeing Expo, running before and after the Big Blue Table breakfast. It’s a great opportunity to connect directly with local workplaces, community members and other organisations while showcasing your products, services or wellbeing initiatives.

💙 Donate a giveaway
💙 Become an event supporter
💙 Book a Wellbeing Expo stall

If your Townsville business would like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Get in touch with the Centacare NQ Marketing & Communications team to find out more: [email protected]

Together, we can make connection matter. 💙

19/08/2026

This year, our Big Blue Table Breakfast is all about something that sits at the heart of strong effective workplace – Connection.

Keeping teams connected when pressure hits can be tough, and leading teams well during these times even more so. When the workplace is busy or challenging, leadership that starts with connection can make a strong positive impact on workplace culture and productivity.

Join us for a morning of thought-provoking conversations, practical insights and inspiration around building and being part of stronger, more connected teams and workplaces

☕ Big Blue Table Breakfast
📅 Friday, 9 October 2026, 7am
📍 The Ville, Paviliions

Come along, connect with your team in a different way, and discover how staying connected can make all the difference when pressure hits.

💙 Connection Matters.

🎟️ Tickets available now: https://www.trybooking.com/DLGTG

17/08/2026

Could you be better equipped to support someone experiencing thoughts of su***de?

Our two day ASIST (Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training) is coming to Townsville & Mount Isa this September/October, providing participants with practical skills and confidence to recognise the signs of su***de risk, respond appropriately and connect people with the right support.

ASIST is suitable for anyone who wants to develop their understanding and skills around su***de prevention, including community workers, health professionals, educators, workplaces, volunteers and community members.

Join us to:

🔹 Build confidence in responding to someone at risk

🔹 Learn practical su***de intervention skills

🔹 Develop a deeper understanding of su***de and its impact

🔹 Strengthen your ability to connect people with appropriate support

📍 Centacare NQ, 410 Ross River Road, Townsville / 80 Short Street Mount Isa

📅 1st - 2nd October 2026 (Townsville), 22nd - 23rd Sept 2026 (Mount Isa)

🎟️ Registrations are now open, limited spaces available!

Invest in your skills and help create a community where people feel safe to speak up, reach out and ask for help.

👉 Register your place:
Mount Isa: https://www.trybooking.com/DOVHZ
Townsville: https://www.trybooking.com/DOVIZ

***dePrevention

06/08/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by the Centacare North Queensland stand at the Townsville Careers Expo on Monday! It was fantastic to meet so many students, job seekers and community members, and to share more about the rewarding career opportunities we have across North Queensland.

Whether you're just starting your career, looking for a change, or passionate about making a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

At Centacare NQ, every role contributes to creating stronger, healthier and more connected communities, and we'd love for you to be part of our team.

💙 Ready to make a difference? Explore our current vacancies and join a workplace where your work truly matters.
https://www.centacarenq.org.au/work-with-us/employment-opportunities/

30/07/2026

Join us at the Cloncurry Neighbourhood Centre this August!

Parenting isn't always easy, and you don't have to do it alone. Whether you're looking to connect with other parents, learn new skills, or simply enjoy a cuppa and a chat, our RAIFSS team is here to support you.

📍 Cloncurry Neighbourhood Centre
57 Sheaffe Street, Cloncurry
🕙 10:00am – 12:30pm every Friday
💙 FREE to attend, no need to register

Here's what's happening this August:

🧁 Friday 7 August
Cupcakes and Conversations
Let's bake, chat and connect.

🍝 Friday 14 August
Spaghetti Quiche and The Square Eyes Workshop
Simple recipes and practical tips for managing screen time.

🎃 Friday 21 August
Pumpkin Cookies and The Sleep Workshop
Bake delicious treats while learning about healthy sleep habits for children.

🍓 Friday 28 August
Raspberry Jam Bites and The Big Feelings Workshop
Enjoy healthy sweet bites and explore ways to support your child's big emotions.

Children must be supervised by a parent or caregiver at all times.

To find out more, contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 1300 NQCARE (1300 672 273)

We'd love to see you there! 💙

24/07/2026

Today we're celebrating the wonderful Nikki, whose warm smile and welcoming presence brighten every day at Centacare NQ.

Whether you're stopping by for your morning coffee, a delicious bite to eat, or simply a friendly chat, Nikki has a special way of making everyone who walks through our doors feel genuinely cared for. Her kindness, positivity and generosity create a welcoming space that so many of us look forward to each day.

We're especially grateful for the way she keeps the Centacare NQ team well-fed and well-caffeinated, helping us tackle each day with a smile (and a great coffee in hand!).

Thank you for everything you do, Nikki. We hope your birthday is filled with as much joy as you bring to everyone around you.

Please join us in wishing Nikki a very Happy Birthday! 🎈🎁🎉

23/07/2026

A huge thank you to UniSuper for supporting this year's Big Blue Table Breakfast and standing alongside us in promoting positive mental health and wellbeing in our communities.

Their generous support helps us bring people together to start important conversations, strengthen workplace wellbeing, and remind everyone that it's okay to reach out for support.

We are incredibly grateful to have UniSuper partnering with us to make this event possible.

Join us on Friday, 9 October as we come together over breakfast to connect, learn and champion mental health across North Queensland.
https://www.trybooking.com/DLGTG

Thank you, UniSuper, for helping us build stronger, healthier communities. 💙

21/07/2026

This month, we proudly celebrate an incredible milestone as our CEO, Paula Washington, marks 20 years with Centacare North Queensland.

Over the past two decades, Paula has helped guide our organisation through growth, change and, most recently, our transition to an incorporated entity, all while remaining steadfast in her commitment to our values of respect, dignity, and compassion.

Reflecting on her journey, Paula shares:

"What has kept me passionate is the variety of our service scope – there's always something new to learn. And being part of a service where values such as respect, dignity and compassion are visible in all aspects of our work."

Congratulations, Paula, on 20 years of dedicated leadership and service. Thank you for the lasting impact you've had on our staff, our organisation, and the communities we serve. 💙

👉 Read Paula's full 20-year reflection, including her leadership journey, vision for Centacare NQ's future and advice for our team, on our website: https://www.centacarenq.org.au/reflecting-on-20-years-with-centacare-nq/

20/07/2026

✨Key Note Speaker announcement!✨

Introducing Justine Cox as our Key Note Speaker for our annual Big Blue Table Breakfast & Wellbeing Expo!

Justine Maree Cox is a leadership expert, executive coach and speaker who helps organisations build leaders who grow people and deliver results.

As the creator of the Connected Leadership Model, Justine equips leaders with practical, evidence-based strategies that intentionally connect Purpose, People and Process to create the conditions for trust, clarity, ownership and impact.

Drawing on more than 25 years of experience across operations, human resources, executive leadership and governance, and grounded in neuroscience, positive psychology and real-world leadership, she helps leaders move beyond managing people to creating the conditions where individuals and teams perform at their best more often.

Justine is also Chair of the Community Bank National Council, representing more than 1,600 directors across Australia's Community Bank network partnering with Bendigo Bank, a non-executive director, and co-author of the Amazon bestselling book Women Living Fearlessly.

We are so excited to welcome Justine to our Big Blue Table Breakfast & Wellbeing Expo 2026, and to hear her share her wisdom with our community!

Don't have your tickets yet?
Grab them below! You don't want to miss out on this event!
https://www.trybooking.com/DLGTG

15/07/2026

Our Centacare NQ team was proud to be part of this year's NAIDOC Deadly Day Out in Townsville and Mount Isa, connecting with community, sharing information about our services, and celebrating the strength, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Celebrating 50 years of Deadly!
Here's some highlights from our day!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our stall, had a chat with our team, and joined in the celebrations. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together, build connections and celebrate the rich cultures that make our communities stronger.

Thank you to the event organisers, performers, Elders, volunteers and everyone who made the day such a success.
💙💚🤍❤️💛🖤

Address

410 Ross River Road, Aitkenvale
Townsville, QLD
4814

Telephone

+611300672273

Website

http://www.centacarenq.org.au/

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