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CoAct is a leading national network of not-for-profit community service providers. Get tailored support that’s the right fit for you.

We help people reach their full potential through sustained, meaningful employment. Register for our employment services: https://des.me.coact.org.au/

We deliver:
- Disability Employment Services
- Workforce Australia
- Workforce Australia - Transition to Work
- Australian Apprenticeship Support Network

05/06/2026

When Toni first connected with CoAct Connect+ Community Solutions she was ready for something different. After time away from the workforce, taking that step into a new direction wasn’t easy, but she was open to change and willing to give it a go.

With the right support around her, Toni began to rebuild her confidence. It wasn’t about having everything figured out straight away, it was about trying something new, building skills, and backing herself along the way. Through guidance, encouragement, and practical support, she started to see what was possible.

Toni’s story is a reminder that taking a chance on yourself can open doors you didn’t expect. With the right support and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone, a fresh start is always within reach.

Now, Toni is moving forward with confidence, embracing new opportunities and a future she’s proud of.

Read Toni’s story here: https://coact.org.au/tonis-story

Image description: A smiling woman wearing a navy shirt stands indoors in front of a wall covered with informational posters. She raises her arm in a celebratory gesture. At the bottom, an orange banner reads: “Customer success story: Toni takes a chance on a new direction.”

02/06/2026

June 3 marks Mabo Day, a day that commemorates Eddie Koiki Mabo, the man who was the driving force behind the overturning of the legal idea of “terra nullius” – a land belonging to no-one. It also marks the close of National Reconciliation Week.

The landmark Mabo case – which ultimately recognised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the owners of the land when the British arrived in 1788 – went on for over a decade. Sadly, Eddie Mabo passed away just five months before the historic decision in 1992, but we honour his bravery and dedication every year on June 3rd.

Eddie Mabo was posthumously awarded the Australian Human Rights Medal in 1992, and in 2015 a star was named after him by the Sydney Observatory.

So today, we remember Eddie Mabo and his tireless work to gain recognition for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the rightful owners of this land.

Image description: A dark grey background, in the centre is a black and white photo of Eddie Koiki Mabo, an Indigenous man smiling with a grey beard and short, dark hair. Image is surrounded by a vibrant Indigenous artwork, commissioned by CoAct from Indigenous creative agency Moogie Down Productions. Text reads: Mabo Day 3 June 2026. Photo credit: AIATSIS Collection, Photograph by Bethyl Mabo. Eddie Koiki Mabo in Townsville, 1991. Badge at the bottom left reads ‘Not just today, every day’.

01/06/2026

May 30 was World MS Day – an international day designed to raise awareness, campaign for change, and allow those impacted by MS to share their stories.

Every five minutes someone around the world is diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, making it one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system. There are 2.9 million people living with MS, worldwide. There is no cure.

The 2024-2026 World MS Day theme is “My MS Diagnosis”, advocating for early and accurate diagnosis of MS. It aims to highlight the global barriers to diagnosing MS and calls for better MS training for healthcare professionals, new research and clinical advancements in MS diagnosis.

As an Inclusive Employment Australia provider, we understand the impact that MS can have on an individual, their quality of life, and their ability to find – and keep – meaningful employment. Together with our partners MS Plus MS Queensland and MSWA we are committed to breaking down the barriers that those living with MS face when it comes to finding and staying in meaningful work.

If you have MS and need specialist support to find an inclusive workplace, or to keep your current job, contact us today to find out how we can help.

Image description:
1. Teal square with a light pink circle in the center. In the circle is an illustration of four people, the first one holding a flag with a brain, globe and hour glass on it, the second person has a walking frame, the third person is holding a flag with the World MS Day logo on it and the fourth person is holding a mega phone. Text reads “World MS Day, 30 May 2026". The CoAct, MS Plus, MS Queensland and MSWA logos are along the top.

2. Client testimonial on teal background with World MS Day, CoAct Connect + MS Plus logos along top. “CoAct Connect + MS Plus Blackburn has been a great support in connecting me with services that I would not have known were available.” Janelle, client, CoAct Connect + MS Plus Blackburn

3. Client testimonial on teal background with World MS Day, CoAct Connect + MS Queensland logos along top. “Great service, friendly, and always readily available to answer questions.” Kelli, client, CoAct Connect + MS Queensland Greenslopes

4. Client testimonial on teal background with World MS Day, CoAct Connect + MS Queensland logos along top. “Being treated kindly and with respect.” Brett, client, CoAct Connect + MS Queensland Southport

5. Client testimonial on teal background with World MS Day, CoAct Connect + MSWA logos along top. “The ergonomic setup, guidance during stressful times and to manage my health condition and manage worklife balance. Peta is amazing at her job.” Anonymous client, CoAct Connect + MSWA

28/05/2026

For Matt Tribodo, client success is more than just helping people into a sustainable, meaningful job.

“Sometimes it’s about helping someone who hasn’t left the house for two weeks find a reason to get up each day and have a purpose,” he says.

“It’s important that we go deeper than just their challenges with work. We also focus on whether the person is getting the social connection they want and need. With MS, people can lose that sense of community after diagnosis. We look at their wellbeing first and make sure they have the support and community connection they need.

“We’re backed by our specialist wraparound services, like our allied health team. They’re not just physios or exercise physiologists, they’re neuro-specialised practitioners. We also have NDIS support coordinators on the ground. That whole-of-person approach to supports is what makes our work successful.”

Matt is Employment Services Leader – Central Queensland at CoAct Connect + MS Queensland delivering Inclusive Employment Australia for people with Multiple Sclerosis and other acquired neurological conditions. He’s also CoAct’s 2026 Leadership Excellence Award winner.

We sat down with the boy from Bundy to find out why he's so passionate about his work, regional Queensland and giving back to his community.

Read the full interview: https://ow.ly/4GyQ50Z2ZOy

Image description: A circular photo of Matt at CoAct’s 2026 ConnectUp Awards. He’s smiling at the camera and holding his Leadership Excellence award, standing in front of CoAct’s media wall. There are orange CoAct swirls around the image, and the CoAct Connect + MS Queensland logo is in the top left corner. White text on a purple background along the bottom reads: Championing specialist support for regional Queensland and beyond.

27/05/2026

Today marks the start of National Reconciliation Week. This year’s theme, All In, is a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day. As Reconciliation Australia says,

‘All In makes clear that reconciliation is not a spectator sport and that all of us must step away from the sidelines and take action to make change.’

In the spirit of this year’s theme, and our responsibility to amplify First Nations voices, we’re inviting you to join us in a simple activity of connecting to Country.

We absolutely love the idea shared by Rhys Paddick – aka Modern Custodian – and are encouraging you to take five minutes this week to do one small act of engaging with reconciliation.

Rhys calls it Your Quest. Here are his instructions.

Your quest:
1. Take a moment on Country.
2. Capture it (photo or drawing).
3. Name it.
4. Share its story.

It can be as simple as standing on the grass in your backyard, eating lunch in the sun. Perhaps it’s on your morning walk. Or sipping coffee at your desk. Or any other way to connect to the land you’re on. The whole point is keeping it simple.

Share your photo with us in the comments below, with the name of the place and one sentence about it. We’re looking forward to seeing your quests and – as Rhys says – how you ‘Step in, rather than stand back.’

A heartfelt thank you to Rhys for allowing us to share his idea. If you haven’t already, we highly recommend subscribing to his newsletter at moderncustodian.com.au, or give him a follow on LinkedIn or Instagram.

Image description: A dark grey background with a heading that reads 'National Reconciliation Week 27 May – 3 June.’ There is a polaroid photo in the centre, of a person capturing the countryside at dusk. They are sitting on the grass with their legs, bare feet, white hat and sandals in view. Handwritten text on the bottom of the polaroid reads ‘Name: Berry at dusk (on Tharawal Country), Caption: Visiting Nan for a cuppa.’

Text in a teal box alongside the polaroid reads: Your quest:
1. Take a moment on Country.
2. Capture it (photo or drawing).
3. Name it.
4. Share its story or what it means to you.

Text along the bottom reads 'Concept courtesy of Modern Custodian’ with the Instagram handle .custodian.

The CoAct Indigenous-designed logo appears in the top right corner.

25/05/2026

Today is National Sorry Day. On 26 May each year, we acknowledge the anniversary of the 1997 tabling of Bringing Them Home – the report of the National Inquiry into the Separation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children from Their Families.

National Sorry Day is a time to honour the strength and resilience of Stolen Generations survivors, and to reflect on the ongoing impacts of these policies on individuals, families and communities.

Nearly three decades on from the Bringing Them Home report, many of its recommendations remain unfulfilled. The need for truth-telling, healing and meaningful action continues.

We cannot afford to delay progress. Real change requires sustained commitment, accountability, and a willingness to listen to and learn from First Nations voices.

Healing begins with truth. To move forward as a nation, we must confront our history honestly and support community-led pathways to healing.

At CoAct, we are committed to reconciliation through action. Through our Reconciliation Action Plan and culturally responsive service delivery, we aim to foster respectful relationships and create safer, more inclusive spaces for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Today and every day, we stand in solidarity with First Nations communities.

To learn more about National Sorry Day, visit: https://healingfoundation.org.au/sorryday/

Image description: A dark grey background features a vibrant Indigenous artwork at the centre, commissioned by CoAct from Indigenous creative agency Moogie Down Productions. The artwork, created to mark the launch of CoAct’s Reconciliation Action Plan in 2022, symbolises the journey of jobseekers and pays respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The design includes interconnected circles and pathways in earthy tones of orange, brown, green, and blue, representing community and connection. At the bottom, the text reads “National Sorry Day, 26 May 2026.” In the lower right corner is a circular logo with the words “Every day, not just today” surrounding an outline of hands and a heart, reinforcing the message of continuous reconciliation. The CoAct logo appears in the top right corner.

25/05/2026

WA friends – this is your last week to catch MSWA's Art Without Limits exhibition, showing in Perth and Bunbury until this Friday 29 May.

The annual exhibition aligns with World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day on May 30 and aims to showcase the personal stories of MSWA’s diverse and talented neuro community.

MSWA says this year’s exhibition theme, Navigating the Journey, encourages artists to explore their experience. The works offer a view into the realities having a neurological condition or knowing someone who does.

CoAct is proud to have MSWA as a service partner, delivering our MS Specialist Inclusive Employment Australia program to people in Perth who have MS or other acquired neurological conditions.

To find out more about MSWA’s work and the exhibition, visit mswa.org.au

Image Description: Portrait from this year’s exhibition, titled ‘Falling Upwards’ by Andrew Grero. It is a close-up painting of a face shown upside down, on a head and shoulders that are upright. The eyes are wide and the mouth is slightly open. Dark hair covers part of the face. The artwork uses broad brush strokes with blues, purples, pinks and earthy tones, creating a raw and expressive look. Text on the image reads “Art Without Limits,” with exhibition locations in Perth and Bunbury and dates in May.

22/05/2026

💡 NDIS Support Coordination Q&A with Isabella 💡
We asked Isabella, one of our Brisbane-based NDIS Support Coordinators, a few questions so you can get to know her before you reach out.

❓What do you wish more NDIS participants knew about Support Coordination before reaching out?
That it's not about taking over. A lot of people come to me feeling like they've lost control of their NDIS plan, or like decisions are being made around them rather than with them. My job is the opposite of that. I'm here to make sure you understand your options and feel confident in your choices. You're still in control of everything, I'm just here to help make sense of it.

❓What happens in the first meeting with a participant?
Mostly I listen. I want to understand what's been happening, what's working, what isn't, and what matters most to you going forward. I'll explain how support coordination works and what I can help with, but I try not to make it feel like an intake form. It's more of a conversation. I've been told I have a pretty calming presence, which I think helps, especially when someone is coming to me feeling really overwhelmed. By the end we'll have agreed on how we'll communicate and what the next steps look like. Nothing moves forward without you being comfortable with it first.

❓How do you know when your support is actually making a difference?
Sometimes it's a big thing, someone gets into a program they've been trying to access for months, or they feel genuinely prepared for a plan review for the first time. But honestly, a lot of the time it's smaller than that. I love when participants stand up for themselves and not just accept things the way they are or how people tell them how it should be. They are their biggest advocates and it’s amazing to work together to achieve what’s best for them, getting creative together and going outside the comfort zone.

❓What drew you to support coordination?
I'd been working in disability services for a few years, and I kept seeing the same thing. People had funding, but they didn't really understand what it covered or how to use it. Or they had services set up that just weren't talking to each other. I wanted to be the person who helped with that — someone who could sit with you, explain things clearly, and actually follow through. That's still what gets me out of bed in the morning, honestly.

❓Where are you based and how do you work?
I'm based in Brisbane and I support participants across this region in person. I also work via telehealth, which suits a lot of people, particularly if getting to a meeting is difficult or you just prefer it. We can work out what suits you when you get in touch.

If you'd like to meet with Isabella, get in touch. There's no obligation, just a conversation to see if CoAct Support Coordination is the right fit for you.
coact.org.au/ndis-support-coordination

Image description: A headshot of Isabella smiling and looking at the camera against a soft, blurred background. She’s wearing a plain black t-shirt and has shoulder-length brown hair. The image sits inside a round frame with yellow and orange CoAct swirls around it. The CoAct Support Coordination logo is at the top. Text on the image reads: “I'm here to help you understand your options and feel confident in your choices.” - Isabella, NDIS Support Coordinator.

22/05/2026

Recruitment made simple — with real impact.

At CoAct, our providers are your specialist recruitment team - without the cost. As part of our 1000 Jobs Campaign this May, we’re connecting 1,000 job-ready candidates with employers across Australia to create meaningful employment outcomes.

Every placement is more than filling a role - it’s helping someone build stability, confidence and independence through work.

Our providers take care of candidate attraction, screening, assessments, interviews and checks, so you can focus on running your business - while also playing a part in strengthening local communities and supporting a more inclusive workforce. With their expertise, you get the right staff, first time.

Reach out to your local CoAct Connect Workforce Australia provider by using our online site locator tool: https://coact.org.au/site-locator/

Image description: A promotional graphic shows “1000 JOBS” in bold purple and orange text with a large portrait, Workforce Australia and CoAct Connect logos at the top, and a message about delivering outcomes for communities

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21/05/2026

A system update for all CoAct Connect clients:

Campus is currently unavailable.

We’re working on the issue and will confirm when Campus is back online.

If you need support while Campus is down, please contact your Employment Consultant.

Thank you for your understanding.

The CoAct team

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