Join Life Without Barriers at a range of events happening across Australia in September.
Image: Two Life Without Barriers staff at the Disability and Mental Health booth, Perth Expo, 2024.
This month, Life Without Barriers is hosting and supporting in-person and online events. You can connect with our teams and learn more about our services at the events below.
New South Wales
Young People's Employment Pathways Webinar
Join our free information session to learn about employment pathways for young people with disability aged 15 and above!
Our Employment Pathways Coaches will chat about practical ways to explore different careers options and industries, enhance your skills and capacity, and work towards your employment goals. This includes the unique way we deliver NDIS School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES).
Key highlights of the session:
Learn about the diverse options for school leavers.
Gain valuable information to make informed decisions about your post-school pathways.
Hear stories about young people who have successfully gone on to secure jobs or further training opportunities.
This free online event is open to students, parents, carers, support providers, and teachers.
Date: Monday, 16 September
Time: 4pm – 5pm
Location: Online event.
For more information or to register, visit the Eventbrite registration webpage.
If you are unable to attend and would like us to contact you directly, email us at employmentpathways@lwb.org.au or call 1800 531 647.
Image: A young man with disability works in a cafe with a man behind him, supervising. Text: Young People's Employment Pathways, Information Webinar. Learn about employment pathways for young people with disability, including our NDIS School Leaver Employment Supports. Life Without Barriers - Logo. employmentpathways@lwb.org.au.
Employment Pathways School Holiday Program
Boost your career skills over the school holidays. Don't miss out on our exclusive School Holidays Employment Pathways Program for young people with disability aged 15-24.
Across a 3-day program, you’ll develop job skills, explore career paths, and make new friends in a supportive and fun environment. This program can be funded tthrough your NDIS budget or paid for privately.
With limited spots available, don’t wait—secure your place today!
Dates: 8-10 October
Time: 10am - 3pm
Location: Newcastle, New South Wales.
For more information or to register, email us at employmentpathways@lwb.org.au or call 1800 531 647.
Tee Off for Community
Join Fenner Conveyors for an un-fore-gettable morning in the Hunter raising funds for Life Without Barriers at the Tee Off for Community Golf Day. Registrations are $160 per player and close on Friday, 13 September.
If golf isn’t your cup of tee, you can join the fun with plenty of prizes to be won. You will also have the opportunity to experience the best of the Hunter region with local producer tastings along the course and the event will conclude with a live auction including even more great prizes.
Date: Friday, 27 September
Time: 7:30am – 2pm
Location: Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort, 15 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, New South Wales.
For more information and to purchase a ticket, visit the Humanitix event page.
Image: Two men from Fenner Conveyors stand on a golf course covering their faces with books.
Queensland
Under 5's Day
Come along to Gatton State School's Under 5's Day for a fun-filled gathering!
The Together4Lockyer, in partnership with Laidley District State School and Child Protection Week, offers this unique and special event celebrating little ones and helping them thrive before five.
Get ready to be thrilled by Drace the Magician, pat farm animals, have your face painted, marvel at giant bubbles and chat to local services.
Life Without Barriers staff and Foster Care Ambassadors will have a stall at the event, and our friendly team will be ready to answer any questions you have about foster care.
Date: Friday, 6 September
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: Laidley District State School, 232 Patrick Street, Laidley, Queensland.
For more information, visit the Lockyer Valley Tickets website.
Image: Staff and carer ambassadors wearing pink 'Become a foster carer' t-shirts, standing as a group in front of a Life Without Barriers stall.
Beaudesert Show
Come down and chat with Life Without Barriers about foster care at the Beaudesert Show!
This is a great event for the whole family, with puppet and circus shows, train rides, community art projects, baby farm animals, reptiles, the Grand Parade, sideshow alley and much more!
Date: Friday, 6 September – Saturday, 7 September
Time: 8am - 7pm
Location: Beaudesert Showgrounds, Albert Street, Beaudesert, Queensland.
For more information, visit the Beaudesert Show website.
Image: Collage of images showing a girl with a horse, a carnival ride and fireworks at the Beaudesert show. Text: Beaudesert Show. Fri 6 & Sat 7 Sept. Family fun, fireworks and more. See you att the show!
Rosewood Community Family Fun Day
Visit Life Without Barriers at the Rosewood Community Family Fun Day!
This is a great event for the whole family, with laser tag, a jumping castle, snow and bubble disco, crafts and activities, a sausage sizzle and information stalls - including our stall where we are chatting all things foster care.
Date: Wednesday, 18 September
Time: 9am - 12pm
Location: Rosewood Memorial Hall, Mill Street, Rosewood, Queensland.
For more information or to register, visit the Rosewood Community Centre Facebook page.
Image: Life Without Barriers staff member at a stall, assisting people sitting in front of a stall with an activity.
Brisbane Pride Rally and March
Join Life Without Barriers at the Brisbane Pride Rally and March! Before the march begins, listen to inspiring speeches from LGBTQIA+ activists and allies, personal stories from community members, updates on current LGBTQIA+ issues and progress, and take part in a moment of silence to remember members of the LGBTQIA+ community that we have lost.
The thunderous Dykes on Bikes will lead the march, with community groups and allies marching side by side, and colourful floats and performances along the route.
Date: Saturday, 21 September
Time: 9am
Location: Queens Garden Park, 144 George Street, Brisbane, Queensland.
For more information or to register, visit the Brisbane Pride website.
Image: Life Without Barriers staff marching at Brisbane Pride March
Brisbane Pride Fair Day
It's time for the 2024 Brisbane Pride Fair Day hosted by Brisbane Pride in Musgrave Park!
Join the Brisbane Pride Festival Fair Day as Musgrave Park transforms into an energetic and fun filled loud and proud playground. Complete with live performances, exciting and enticing stalls and delicious street food.
We will have a community stall at the Fair Day chat about the services we offer and all things foster care.
Date: Saturday, 21 September
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: Musgrave Park, 100 Edmonstone Street, South Brisbane, Queensland.
For more information or to register, visit the Eventbrite registration page.
Image: Four individuals in colourful clothing with confetti, a blue sky and trees in the background. Text: Bribane Pride Fesival Fair Day. Sat 21 Sept 2024. Gates open 5pm. Musgrave Park, West End.
Life Without Barriers values a diverse community of Foster Carers. We recognise and respect all the ways relationships and families are found and formed and continue to actively seek people to join our growing network of LGBTQIA+ carers.
If you’re interested in joining our growing network of LGBTQIA+ foster carers, get in touch with our team today at 1300 592 227 or carers@lwb.org.au.
South Australia
Riverland Foster Care Information Session
If you're interested in sharing your home, heart and time with a child or young person in need, please join our free information session to learn what's involved in becoming a foster carer and whether it's the right fit for you.
During the session, we will cover the different types of care, the application and assessment process, the roles and responsibilities of being a foster carer and the support you will receive from Life Without Barriers. Our experienced team and a local foster carer will talk you through the process and answer any questions you have - no matter how big or small!
Date: Thursday, 12 September
Time: 4:30pm
Location: 4 Barwell Avenue, Barmera, South Australia.
For more information or to register, visit our Eventbrite registration webpage.
Take our self-assessment quiz today to learn more about how fostering might work for you.
Image: Two young girls at a sleepover hide under a blanket, smiling at the camera. Text: Share your world. Become a Foster Carer. Life Without Barriers - Logo.
Riverland Field Days
The Riverland Field Days is the Riverland’s premier agricultural and horticultural showcase event. With a diverse range of exhibitors and activities, the Field Days present a wealth of resources, products, and services that cater to a wide variety of interests and needs.
Date: Friday, 13 September
Time: 9am - 7pm
Location: 52 Field Day Drive, Barmera, South Australia.
For more information or to register, visit the Riverland Field Days website.
Image: A staff member at a Life Without Barriers stall.
Foster Care Information Webinar
Are you able to open your home and provide a safe and stable home for children and young people in care? Join our free information session to learn what's involved in becoming a foster carer and whether it's the right fit for you.
Date: Tuesday, 17 September
Time: 7pm
Location: Online event.
For more information or to register, visit our Eventbrite webpage.
Southern Community Showcase
Organised by the Reynella Neighbourhood watch team, the Southern Community Showcase is an opportunity for local organisations, services, and groups within the southern suburbs of Adelaide to connect with the local community and promote the supports they offer.
We have a stall at the event, and will be ready to answer any questions you have about foster care.
Date: Sunday, 22 September
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Hackham Football Club, Doctors Road, Hackham, South Australia,
For more information, visit the Reynella Neighbourhood Watch Facebook page.
Image: Hannah and Catherine wearing pink Life Without Barriers t-shirts, standing behind a stall at an event.
Victoria
Benalla Foster Care Information Session
If you're interested in sharing your home, heart and time with a child or young person in need, please join our free information session. We will cover the different types of care, the application and assessment process and the support you will receive from Life Without Barriers. Our experienced team and a local foster carer will talk you through the process and answer any questions you have - no matter how big or small!
Date: Wednesday, 4 September
Time: 5pm
Location: 2 Fawckner Drive, Benalla, Victoria.
For more information or to register, visit our Eventbrite registration webpage.
Image: A woman sits on the floor reading to two young people. Text: Share your world. Become a Foster Carer. Life Without Barriers - Logo.
Foster Care Information Webinar
If you're interested in sharing your home, heart, and time with a child or young person in need, please attend our free information session to learn what it's like to become a foster carer and whether it's the right fit for you.
During the session, we will cover the different types of care, the application and assessment process, the roles and responsibilities of being a foster carer and the support you will receive from Life Without Barriers. There will also be an opportunity to participate in a live Q&A session.
Date: Tuesday, 17 September
Time: 6pm
Location: Online event.
For more information or to register, visit our Eventbrite webpage.
Western Australia
Young People's Employment Pathways Webinar
Join our free information session to learn about employment pathways for young people with disability aged 15 and above!
Our Employment Pathways Coaches will chat about practical ways to explore different careers options and industries, enhance your skills and capacity, and work towards your employment goals. This includes the unique way we deliver NDIS School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES).
Key highlights of the session:
Learn about the diverse options for school leavers.
Gain valuable information to make informed decisions about your post-school pathways.
Hear stories about young people who have successfully gone on to secure jobs or further training opportunities.
This free online event is open to students, parents, carers, support providers, and teachers.
Date: Monday, 16 September
Time: 4pm – 5pm
Location: Online event.
For more information or to register, visit the Eventbrite registration webpage.
If you are unable to attend and would like us to contact you directly, email us at employmentpathways@lwb.org.au or call 1800 531 647.
Image: A young man with disability works in a cafe with a man behind him, supervising. Text: Young People's Employment Pathways, Information Webinar. Learn about employment pathways for young people with disability, including our NDIS School Leaver Employment Supports. Life Without Barriers - Logo. employmentpathways@lwb.org.au.
