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Read the latest media releases and news on Wesley Mission Queensland, our clients and our community. 

Transforming Brisbane’s Queen Street Mall—A live community painting event highlights the power of creativity in mental health Media release

Join Wesley Arts’ live painting event in Queen Street Mall, Brisbane, to explore how creativity boosts mental health and wellbeing. Wednesday, 6 November, 9am-2pm.

Tags: Mental Health, Wesley Arts

The ripple effect of the Red Bag Appeal Media release

With more than 3.7 million Australian households experiencing food insecurity and more than 60% of households reliant on Jobseeker payment , Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) has set out to distribute more than 3,000 Red Bags for food relief leading up to Christmas.

Tags: Crisis relief, Fundraising

Red Bag Appeal - Support a family this Christmas in Brisbane and surroundings
Hummingbird House celebrates its 8th birthday with a visit from Bluey Corporate news

Staff, families and kids had a fun day filled with outdoor games, dancing and delicious food!

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Hummingbird House

Hummingbird House celebrates its birthday with a visit from Bluey
Why community-based mental health programs need more funding Corporate news

Over 2 in 5 Australians will experience a mental disorder, yet access to quality mental health services remains one of the top five concerns.

Tags: Mental Health

QAMH ‘Fund Community Mental Health’ logo
Enhancing support networks for our Mental Health Services staff Corporate news

Learn how WMQ enhances support for mental health workers with in-house Practice Supervision, improving staff retention and prioritising wellbeing for better community care.

Tags: Mental Health

Mental health matters - Matthew Ball - Unsplash
Coles Hummingbird House appeal kicks off with a Masterchef party Media release

Masterchef contestant and cooking show host Michael Weldon visited the kitchen at the House with Ollie’s brothers to create her favourite meal of cheeseburgers.

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Hummingbird House

Coles Hummingbird House Appeal 2024 Masterchef Party
Beyond tokenism: how embracing inclusivity and effective action plans drive real change Corporate news

Driving real change through authentic inclusivity: how WMQ fosters belonging, amplifies diverse voices, and builds a more just and equitable community for all.

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion at WMQ: Yarning circles
Wesley Mission Queensland becoming an incorporated entity - Wesley Mission Queensland Limited (WMQL) Media release

This change will have no effect on our customers and employees, and WMQ’s values and mission remain the same.

Tags: Wesley Mission Queensland

How two women are sharing the General Counsel role at Wesley Mission Queensland Corporate news

WMQ's equitable approach allowed Tala and Helena to advance their careers while balancing personal lives, pioneering flexible leadership in the legal industry.

Tags: Careers, Diversity and Inclusion

Tala Prowd and Helena Kolenbet: legal pioneering job-sharing opportunity at WMQ
Our aged care residents' heartfelt words to the people caring for them Corporate news

Watch the video below to see their reactions.

Tags: Residential Aged Care

NAIDOC Week brings First Nations menu to aged care homes Corporate news

Australia's native ingredients are not only healthy but also offer a diverse flavour and a taste of the country.

Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, Residential Aged Care

Rosemount Retirement Community has officially opened! Media release

Watch the official opening to the community and for the new residents who will now call Rosemount home.

Tags: Retirement Living

A cuppa and a good chat: Volunteer Visitors making a difference Media release

The Government-funded Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) is available in WMQ's aged care communities.

Tags: Ageing well

An older and younger man walking and talking in a park
Palliative Care Week 2024 Corporate news

Recognizing the amazing job our palliative care and hospice staff do! Yes, there is sadness and fear, but there is also love, joy and moments of profound connection.

Tags: Palliative and Hospice Care, Children, Hopewell Hospice, Hummingbird House

Precious moments at Hummingbird House
International Nurses Day at Bethesda Aged Care Community Corporate news

The International Day turned into a Nurses Week! Celebrations showed appreciation for their incredible nurses, complete with all kinds of treats and nurse-themed cupcakes.

Tags: Careers, Residential Aged Care

International Nurses Day 2024 at Bethesda Aged Care Community
Rosemount retirement village welcomes new residents with completion of stage 2 Media release

For residents like Tania and her 96-year-old mum Terry, the move represents a bittersweet new chapter.

Tags: Retirement Living

New resident Tania in Rosemount retirement village's green communal outdoor area
Emotional ANZAC Day services at our aged care communities in Brisbane Corporate news

Some of our special residents include Mavis, from St Marks aged care community, who's 99 this year and served in the Air Force.

Tags: Residential Aged Care

Wesley Mission Queensland shortlisted for 3 QLD Training Awards Media release

The Queensland Training Awards recognises individuals and organisations in vocational education and training (VET) programs.

Tags: Wesley Mission Queensland

Logo - QLD Training Awards 2024
Chloe's story. A response to increased suicidal thoughts in children under 12 Corporate news

Chloe, now 21 years old, shares her struggles with mental health as a child and simple tips for parents on how to really listen.

Tags: Mental Health, Children

Photo by Eric Ward on Unsplash
Don’t dismiss children’s distress. ‘Listen. Just Listen’ Media release

50% of all adult mental health conditions start before the age of 14. You can help them by simply listening. 'Just Listen' is more than a campaign - it's a call to action.

Tags: Mental Health, Children

Don’t dismiss children’s distress. ‘Listen. Just Listen’

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