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🐉 Dungeons & Dragons –

Step into a world of adventure, imagination, and teamwork! We're excited to launch a brand-new Dungeons & Dragons Program, hosted in the Parcare Lifestyle Event Space. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or picking up the dice for the very first time, this program offers a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can connect with others, solve challenges, and create unforgettable stories together. This is an Expression of Interest to help us determine how many groups we'll run. Each group will have a maximum of 5 participants, and if there's enough interest, we'll open additional groups. Program Details 📍 Location: Parcare Lifestyle Event Space, Loganholme 📅 Proposed Commencement: Saturday, 15 August 2026 🕓 Time: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm 👥 Group Capacity: Up to 5 participants per group What to Expect Guided Dungeons & Dragons adventures A fun, inclusive and supportive group environment Creative storytelling and imaginative gameplay Teamwork, communication and problem-solving Opportunities to build confidence and make new friendships Suitable for both beginners and experienced players Register Your Interest If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, we'd love to hear from you! Register your interest today and we'll be in touch once groups have been finalised. 🎲 Your next adventure starts here!

Ongoing · Every Wednesday 4pm-8pm

5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme QLD 4129, Australia

🎳 Monthly Bowling Group – Zone Bowling Garden City 🎳

🎳 Bowling Group – Zone Bowling Garden City 🎳 Join Parcare Lifestyle for a fun, social morning of ten-pin bowling! Whether you're a seasoned bowler or trying it for the first time, everyone is welcome. It's a great opportunity to get active, make new friends, and enjoy some friendly competition in a supportive environment. 📅 Event Details Dates: Every 4 weeks on a Saturday Saturday 22 August Saturday 19 September Saturday 17 October Saturday 14 November Saturday 12 December Saturday 9 January 2027 Time: 11:30 am Location: Zone Bowling Garden City, Level 2, Westfield Garden City, Kessels Road, Upper Mount Gravatt 🎳 What's Included 2 games of bowling Suitable for all skill levels A fun and welcoming social atmosphere An opportunity to build friendships and improve your bowling skills 💲 Cost $15 per person (2 games) Participants who hold a Companion Card can have their support worker bowl free of charge. 👟 What to Bring Your Companion Card (if applicable) Comfortable clothing Closed-toe shoes 📌 Important Information This is a regular Parcare Lifestyle activity, running every 4 weeks. To ensure we book enough lanes, registrations are essential and places may be limited. Please register your interest with the Lifestyle Team by the Saturday one week before each session so we can confirm numbers with the venue. 🏆 Bonus! We'll also be running a bowling leaderboard for anyone who'd like to join in a bit of friendly competition and see how their scores improve over time. Let's strike up some fun together! 🎳💙

Ongoing · Saturdays: 17 Oct, 14 Nov, 12 Dec, 9 Jan

🎨 Craft Club Art Group

Join us for the launch of our new monthly Art Group, a creative and social gathering where participants can explore a variety of arts and crafts while working on projects at their own pace. Whether you're an experienced artist or simply looking to try something new, everyone is welcome! 🖌️ Painting 🏺 Clay Creations 📖 Scrapbooking 💌 Card Making ✨ Creative Projects 📅 Date: Every 2nd TUESDAY next session 22nd SEPTEMBER ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Location: Parcare Office/Warehouse This will be a recurring monthly event, providing an opportunity to develop new skills, express creativity, and enjoy time with others who share similar interests. 🍪 Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Please register your interest with the Lifestyle Team. We look forward to creating with you! 🎨

Ongoing · Fortnightly

Unit 5/5-7 Cairns street. Loganholme 4129 QLD

🌱 Expression of Interest – Community Garden Group

Grow, Learn & Connect Do you enjoy being outdoors, getting your hands dirty, or would you like to learn how to grow your own food? Join Parcare Lifestyle's new Community Garden Group! We're seeking expressions of interest from participants who would like to be involved in caring for a dedicated community garden plot. Together we'll plant, water, weed, harvest, and maintain a beautiful garden while learning practical gardening skills in a fun and supportive environment. This is more than just gardening—it's an opportunity to build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy the rewards of growing fresh fruit, vegetables, herbs, and flowers from seed to harvest. What you'll do: 🌱 Plant seasonal fruit, vegetables, herbs, and flowers 💧 Water and care for the garden each week 🥕 Harvest fresh produce to take home or use in group cooking activities 🌼 Learn about sustainable gardening and composting 🤝 Work as a team while enjoying the outdoors 🌞 Build confidence, independence, and practical life skills This will be an ongoing weekly group once a community garden plot has been secured. Days and times will be confirmed based on participant interest and garden availability. Register your expression of interest today! We'd love to see this become a regular Parcare Lifestyle community program where participants can watch their garden grow throughout the seasons. 🌻

🎨 Expression of Interest – Community Mural Project

🎨 Expression of Interest – Community Mural Project Help us create something amazing! Parcare is looking for expressions of interest from participants who would like to be involved in designing and painting a collaborative community mural. This exciting project will be guided by one of our talented participants, who has a background as an art teacher, giving everyone the opportunity to learn new techniques while working together to create a meaningful piece of artwork. From the first ideas to the final brushstroke, participants will be involved every step of the way. 🖌️ What's Involved? Over several sessions, participants will work together to: Brainstorm ideas for the mural Design the artwork as a group Choose colours and painting styles Learn basic painting techniques Prepare the wall or canvas Paint the mural together Celebrate the completed artwork as a team No previous art experience is needed—just a willingness to have fun and get creative! 💙 Skills We'll Be Building Participants will have opportunities to develop: Creativity and self-expression Teamwork and collaboration Communication skills Planning and decision-making Confidence in sharing ideas Fine motor skills Problem-solving Pride in contributing to a community project 🌈 Why Join? This is more than just an art project—it's an opportunity to leave a lasting mark, learn from an experienced artist, make new friends, and create something the whole Parcare community can enjoy. Whether you love painting or simply want to try something new, we'd love to have you involved. Register your expression of interest today and help us bring our community mural to life! 🎨✨

5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme QLD 4129, Australia

⛺🌴 Sunshine Coast Camping Trip

Experience the outdoors. Build confidence. Learn new skills. Join Parcare for a three-day, two-night Outdoor Living Skills Camp, where participants will experience real off-grid camping while developing practical life skills, independence and confidence in a supportive team environment. This isn't just a camping trip—it's a structured Short Term Accommodation (STA) program designed to build everyday living skills through hands-on experiences in the outdoors. Throughout the camp, participants will work together to set up camp, prepare meals, maintain shared living spaces, and take part in a range of activities that encourage teamwork, communication and independence. 🌿 What we'll be doing Pitching tents and setting up camp Preparing and cooking meals together Learning camp organisation and routines Fishing Swimming (at safe, suitable locations) Bushwalks and nature exploration Team challenges and problem-solving activities Campfire evenings (where permitted) Packing down camp and caring for equipment 💙 Skills We'll Be Building Throughout the camp participants will have opportunities to develop: Independent living skills Meal preparation and cooking Communication and teamwork Problem-solving Planning and organisation Confidence in new environments Decision-making Personal responsibility Social connection and friendships Community participation 🏕️ What's Included Two nights of camping accommodation All meals and snacks Camping equipment Transport throughout the trip 24/7 support from experienced Parcare staff All planned activities 👥 Who Is This For? This camp is suited to participants who: enjoy the outdoors would like to build confidence and independence enjoy working as part of a team are looking to develop practical everyday living skills are comfortable camping in tents with support available 📅 Program Highlights Day 1 Grocery shopping together Travel to campsite Set up camp Lunch Fishing Prepare dinner as a team Campfire reflection Day 2 Breakfast and morning camp responsibilities Bushwalk and nature exploration Swimming (conditions permitting) Lunch Fishing Team cooking challenge Campfire games and reflection Day 3 Breakfast Pack down camp Clean campsite Group reflection on skills learned Lunch Return home 🎯 Focus This STA has been designed to support participants to build capacity through meaningful, real-life experiences. Every activity is centred around developing practical skills, encouraging independence, and working together in a supportive environment. Participants will be encouraged to take an active role in planning, preparing, cooking, organising, problem-solving and contributing to camp life while enjoying an authentic outdoor adventure.

Wed, 25 Nov – Fri, 27 Nov 2026

Sunshine Coast QLD, Australia

🎄 Christmas Decoration Art Class

Get into the Christmas spirit at a special festive session of our Craft Club Art Group. We'll be making handmade Christmas decorations to take home, and a few to help decorate the Parcare Warehouse for our Christmas Party and Christmas Breakfast. What We'll Be Making Painted baubles Salt dough ornaments Paper stars and snowflakes Mini wreaths Garlands and table decorations Event Details Date: Tuesday, 1 December Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Location: Parcare Office/Warehouse, Loganholme What's Included All art and craft materials Christmas music Snacks and refreshments Your finished decorations to take home Good to Know No art experience needed. Every station can be done at your own pace. Support workers are welcome. Wear clothes you don't mind getting a bit of paint on. Register your interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. We can't wait to see what you create! 🎄

Tue, 1 Dec 2026 · 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Unit 5/5-7 Cairns Street, Loganholme QLD 4129

🎧 Parcare Christmas Party: Silent Disco

This year's Parcare Christmas Party is a silent disco at the Parcare Warehouse. Everyone gets their own wireless headphones with a few music channels to choose from. Switch channels whenever you like, set your own volume, or slip them off for a chat. You get all the fun of a dance party without the loud speakers. Event Details Date: Friday, 4th December Time: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Location: Parcare Warehouse, 5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme What's Happening Silent disco with light-up headphones Christmas hits, party classics and chilled channels Christmas dress up (Santa hats, tinsel and Christmas shirts welcome) Best dressed prizes Food, snacks and Christmas treats A warehouse decorated by our Christmas Art Class Good to Know You control the volume on your own headphones. There will be a quiet space if you need a break. Support workers and family are welcome. Register Numbers are limited by the headphones we hire, so please register your interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. Come and celebrate the end of the year with the Parcare Lifestyle community. 🎄

Fri, 4 Dec 2026 · 5:00pm – 8:00pm

5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme QLD 4129, Australia

✨ The Enchanted Garden at Roma Street Parkland 🌿

Join Parcare for an evening at The Enchanted Garden, the light show at Roma Street Parkland. After dark, the parkland lights up with thousands of lights, glowing installations and projections along a 1 km walking trail. We'll start with dinner from the food trucks on Celebration Lawn, then walk the light trail together as the sun goes down. 📅 Event Details Date: 9th December December Time: 7pm pm to 9:00 pm Meeting point: Celebration Lawn, Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane City Light trail: our group session starts at 6:30 pm 🌟 What to Expect Dinner and drinks from the food trucks on Celebration Lawn (bring some spending money) A 1 km walk through the light trail, at your own pace Photos with the light installations A relaxed weeknight, away from the weekend crowds 💡 Good to Know The trail is wheelchair friendly, with wide, flat paths. There is a priority entry lane for anyone who finds queues or crowds hard. Accessible toilets and disability parking are close to the entry. Entry is by timed ticket and tickets sell out, so please register early so we can book your spot. Support workers are welcome. Register your interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. Places are limited.

Wed, 9 Dec 2026 · 7:00pm – 9:00pm

🎄 Christmas Gingerbread House Workshop AND cookie decorating

🎄 Christmas Gingerbread House Workshop Celebrate the festive season with a fun-filled Christmas activity! Join Parcare this December for our Christmas Gingerbread House Workshop, where you'll build and decorate your very own gingerbread house while enjoying a festive afternoon with friends. Using icing, lollies, chocolates and other delicious decorations, you'll have the chance to create a unique Christmas masterpiece to take home and display (or enjoy eating later!). Whether you're feeling creative or simply want to get into the Christmas spirit, this workshop is a fantastic way to celebrate the season in a fun, supportive and social environment. 🍬 What's Included Gingerbread house kit Icing and a variety of festive decorations Lollies, chocolates and Christmas treats Christmas music and festive atmosphere Light refreshments Your completed gingerbread house to take home 💙 Skills We'll Be Building Participants will have opportunities to develop: Fine motor skills Creativity and self-expression Planning and organisation Decision-making Following instructions Social interaction and communication Confidence through completing a creative project 🎅 Who Can Join? This workshop is suitable for participants of all abilities who enjoy arts and crafts, Christmas celebrations and spending time with others. Come along, enjoy some festive fun, make new friends, and create a beautiful gingerbread house to take home just in time for Christmas! 🎄✨🍬

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 · 12:00pm – 3:00pm

5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme QLD 4129, Australia

❄️ White Christmas at Movie World

Step into a Christmas wonderland with Parcare Lifestyle as we experience the magic of White Christmas at Movie World! From sparkling lights and festive decorations to Christmas shows, parades and your favourite Movie World characters dressed in their holiday best, this is one of the Gold Coast's most spectacular Christmas events. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, experience selected rides under the stars and soak up the magic of the season with friends. White Christmas features dazzling entertainment, magical precincts and a festive parade that brings Christmas to life. Whether it's your first visit or a family tradition, this is a Christmas event you won't want to miss. 📅 Event Details Date: Thursday, 17 December Time: Event times to be confirmed 📍 Location: Warner Bros. Movie World Pacific Motorway, Oxenford QLD 🎄 What's Included 🎅 Entry to White Christmas 🎢 Selected rides under the stars 🎄 Spectacular Christmas lights and decorations 🎁 Christmas parade and festive entertainment 📸 Meet your favourite Movie World characters in their Christmas outfits 🍔 Time to purchase dinner and festive treats ✨ A magical Christmas experience with the Parcare Lifestyle community 💲 Cost Event ticket costs and support arrangements will be confirmed closer to the event. Participants should bring money if they wish to purchase food, drinks or souvenirs. ✅ Good to Know • Wear comfortable walking shoes. • Bring a light jacket for the evening. • Please bring your Movie World Annual Pass if applicable. • This event involves walking throughout the park. • The event is suitable for all ages and is wheelchair accessible. 📋 Register Book your place through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. Come and celebrate the festive season with us as we experience the magic, lights and wonder of White Christmas at Movie World! 🎄✨🎅

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 · 5:00pm – 7:00pm

38V6+3G, Pacific Mwy, Oxenford QLD 4210, Australia

🥞 Parcare Christmas Breakfast

We're bringing it back! After such an incredible morning together last year, we knew we had to do it again. Our Parcare Lifestyle Christmas Breakfast is back, and we can't wait to celebrate the festive season with our amazing Parcare family. Join us on Friday, 25 December at the Parcare Warehouse for a relaxed and festive breakfast filled with delicious food, laughter and great company. It's the perfect way to start Christmas Day, surrounded by friends, festive cheer and the Parcare community. Whether you're reconnecting with familiar faces or making new friends, we'd love to celebrate this special morning with you. 🎄 What's Included? 🥞 A delicious Christmas breakfast ☕ Tea, coffee and juice 🎅 Festive music and Christmas cheer 📸 Christmas photos and memories 🎁 Fun Christmas activities and festive surprises ❤️ Celebrate with your Parcare family 📅 Date: Friday, 25 December 📍 Location: Parcare Warehouse Register Your Expression of Interest If you'd like to join us for another memorable Christmas Breakfast, register your interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. Last year's Christmas Breakfast was filled with smiles, laughter and unforgettable memories, so we're excited to do it all again. We'd love for you to join us as we celebrate Christmas morning together with the Parcare family! 🎄✨❤️

Fri, 25 Dec 2026 · 10:00am – 12:00pm

5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme QLD 4129, Australia

🏖️ Beach Day at Tallebudgera Creek

Spend a summer day at one of the Gold Coast's calmest swimming spots. Tallebudgera Creek has gentle, shallow water and beach matting down to the sand. The local life saving club lends out free beach wheelchairs, so everyone can get onto the beach and into the water. Event Details Date: Friday, 15 January 2027 Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Location: Neptune Royal Life Saving Club, Tallebudgera Creek What's Included Free beach wheelchairs and beach matting Swimming in calm creek water Time for a picnic lunch on the grass Good to Know There's a Changing Places bathroom on site. If you'd like to use a beach wheelchair, let us know when you register so we can book it. Bring swimmers, a towel, hat, sunscreen and a water bottle. Support workers are welcome. Register your interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. 🌊

Fri, 15 Jan 2027 · 10:00am – 2:00pm

Neptune Royal Life Saving Club, Tallebudgera Creek, Palm Beach QLD 4221, Australia

🎬 Warehouse movie night

🎬 Warehouse Movie Night 🍿 Lights, camera, action! Movie Night is back at the Parcare Warehouse. We’ll transform the warehouse into our very own cinema again, complete with a big-screen movie, comfortable seating, popcorn and delicious snacks. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, spend time with friends and enjoy a great night together. Whether you’re a movie buff or just looking for a fun social evening, everyone is welcome. Bring your favourite blanket or wear your comfiest clothes and settle in for a fantastic night. 📅 Event Details When: Friday, 12 February Time: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Location: Parcare Warehouse, 5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme Support workers are welcome. Please let us know about any dietary needs when you register. Register your interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. See you at the movies!

Fri, 12 Feb 2027 · 5:00pm – 8:00pm

5-7 cairns street Loganholme

🎲 Board Games & Karaoke Night 🎤

🎲 Board Games & Karaoke Night 🎤 Grab your friends and warm up those vocal cords! We’re turning the Parcare Warehouse into a games lounge and karaoke stage for one big Friday night. Settle in with a classic board game, try something new or challenge someone to a rematch. When you’re ready, step up to the mic and sing your favourite song, or cheer everyone on from the crowd. There’s no pressure to perform. The night is all about good company and plenty of laughs. 📅 Event Details When: Friday, 26 February Time: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Parcare Warehouse, 5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme What’s Happening Board games and card games for every level Karaoke with lyrics on the big screen Snacks and refreshments provided Support workers are welcome. Please let us know about any dietary needs when you register. Register your interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. See you there!

Fri, 26 Feb 2027 · 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Unit 5/5-7 Cairns St, Loganholme QLD 4129, Australia

👻 Cemetery Ghost Tour: South Brisbane Cemetery

Are you brave enough? Join us after dark for a guided ghost tour of the historic South Brisbane Cemetery. By torchlight, our guide will lead us between the old headstones and share the true stories of the people buried there, from mysteries and old crimes to the ghosts said to still wander the grounds. Event Details Date: Saturday, 13 March 2027 Time: 6:45 pm to 10:00 pm (tour runs 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm) Departing from: Parcare Warehouse, Loganholme Tour location: South Brisbane Cemetery, Annerley Road, Dutton Park What's Included Travel together from the Parcare Warehouse A 2 hour guided ghost tour by torchlight Spooky stories and plenty of laughs Good to Know The tour is wheelchair accessible, but some paths through the cemetery can be uneven in the dark. There's no seating on the tour, and each story stop is around 10 to 15 minutes of standing. Some of the stories are about real crimes and can be a bit scary. Wear flat, closed shoes, bring a torch and a jacket. There are no toilets at the cemetery, so we'll stop on the way. Companion Cards are accepted. Register your interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. Places are limited. 👻

Fri, 12 Mar 2027 · 6:45pm – 10:00pm

South Brisbane Cemetery, 185-187 Annerley Road, Dutton Park QLD 4102, Australia

🛥️ Tweed River Houseboat Getaway STA

Spend two nights on the Tweed River with Parcare Lifestyle, aboard a private houseboat. We'll cruise the calm waters of the Tweed, stop at quiet spots along the river, fire up the BBQ on deck and spend the evenings watching the sunset over the water. It's a proper getaway, with 24/7 support from experienced Parcare staff. This is a Short Term Accommodation (STA) stay, giving participants a break away from home and giving families and carers some time to recharge. Event Details Dates: Monday 22 to Wednesday 24 March 2027 Departing from: Tweed Marina, Tweed Heads Accommodation: A 12 berth houseboat with separate bedrooms and two bathrooms What to Expect Cruising the Tweed River BBQs on the top deck Fishing and crabbing Views of Tumbulgum and Fingal Head Sunsets, games and relaxed evenings on board Cooking meals together as a group Good to Know The houseboat has stairs to the top deck, and getting to shore is by small boat. If you use a wheelchair or have mobility needs, please chat with us before registering so we can work out what will suit you. Bring your own towel, swimmers, hat and sunscreen. STA is generally for participants who usually live with family or carers. Please check with us or your Support Coordinator that STA is in your NDIS plan. We'll talk you through what's covered by your NDIS funding and what isn't when we confirm your place. Places are very limited. Register your expression of interest through the Parcare Lifestyle Events Dashboard. 🌊

Mon, 22 Mar – Wed, 24 Mar 2027

Tweed Marina, 4 River Terrace, Tweed Heads NSW 2485, Australia

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