Join Life Without Barriers at a range of events happening across Australia in December.
Image: Life Without Barriers staff and carers at a stall.
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
Specialist Disability Accommodation Open Day
Join us for a guided tour of the brand-new Specialist Disability Accommodation apartments in Auburn, New South Wales!
These thoughtfully designed apartments are tailored for SDA-eligible NDIS participants, offering a comfortable, safe, and independent lifestyle, so you can enjoy modern living while accessing the support you need.
KinKera, a leading community housing organisation, and Life Without Barriers, a trusted disability support provider, will be available on the day to answer your questions about the accommodation and shared onsite support services.
Date: Thursday, 5 December
Time: 11am – 12:30pm or 3pm – 4pm
Location: 16 Simpson Street, Auburn, New South Wales.
For more information or to register, visit our Eventbrite registration webpage.
If you can't make it to this session or need more information, email us at disability.enquiries@lwb.org.au or call 1800 610 699.
Image: Landscape of the Auburn apartment with text: Specialist Disability Accommodation. Auburn NSW Open Day. 5 December. 11am - 12:30pm or 3pm - 4pm.
Northern Territory
DiversAbility Fun Day
Workforce Plus and the DiversAbility Collective are hosting the DiversAbility Fun Day 2024, a special event celebrating the International Day of People with Disability.
This free and inclusive event is open to the public and will feature a variety of activities, including sports, arts, performances, games, and award presentations. The event is designed to engage all members of the community and ensure there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Date: Tuesday, 3 December
Time: 11am – 2pm
Location: Territory Netball Stadium, 235 Abala Road, Marrara, Northern Territory.
For more information, visit the Workforce Plus website.
Image: Graphic tile with a dark blue background, icons of people with disability and text: 2024 DiversAbility Fun Day.
Queensland
Foster Care Information Webinar
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: Wednesday, 4 December
Time: 7pm
Location: Online.
For more information or to register, visit our Eventbrite registration webpage.
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.
North Lakes Buy Local Christmas Spectacular
Come along to the North Lakes Christmas Spectacular and enjoy a twilight market where you can support local businesses while you shop for Christmas gifts. There will also be a visit from Santa, food trucks, stalls, giveaways, activities, and live bands playing Christmas classics.
Life Without Barriers is hosting a stall at the event, and our friendly staff will be available to answer any questions you have about foster care.
Date: Friday, 6 December
Time: 4pm-9pm
Location: North Lakes Town Common, North Lakes, Queensland.
Newport Christmas Market
Boasting over 50 market stalls, a coffee van, local fresh produce, food trucks, live music and free face painting for children, the Newport Christmas Market will be a fun filled morning where you can wander around and enjoy the talents of the local community!
We will have a stall at the market, and our friendly staff will be available to answer any questions you have about foster care.
Date: Saturday, 7 December
Time: 9am-2pm
Location: Newport Market, Lakeview Promenade, Newport, Queensland.
For more information, visit the What's On Moreton Bay website.
Image: A group of staff at the Life Without Barriers stall at a NAIDOC Event.
