Features
October 2008
2009-13 Strategic Plan
The plan outlines how the department will support the development of fair, cohesive and vibrant communities in Queensland.
September 2008
Queensland Government seniors’ strategy consultation
Consultation for the whole-of-government seniors’ strategy and action plan is now open. Your feedback is invited on a range of seniors’ issues including health, transport, workforce participation and housing.
August 2008
I volunteer
Tips and ideas on how to involve people with a disability in volunteer programs.
Celebrate Seniors Week – 15 – 23 August 2009
Seniors Week promotes positive attitudes towards older people and ageing, encourages older people to lead active lifestyles and fosters intergenerational relationships.
July 2009
Celebrate NAIDOC Week (5 - 12 July)
Celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Promotional material available.
June 2009
Community connect
The current issue of the department's official magazine is out now.
Budget 2009-10
This year's Budget focuses on housing and jobs - and addresses Queensland's most critical social problems.
May 2009
National Volunteer Week 2009
Celebrate volunteering in Queensland from the 11 to 17 May and find out how you can get involved.
Premier's Awards for Queensland Seniors
Help us acknowledge the positive contributions of older Queenslanders. Nominations are now open.
April 2009
Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month
Get involved in Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month from 1–31 May and help reduce domestic violence by participating in events and activities in your community.
Community recovery support and assistance
How to access personal support or financial assistance to cope with the impact of severe storms and flooding.
March 2009
Queensland Government concessions
Take advantage of concessions, rebates and subsidies available to concession card holders.
Tip sheets for parents and carers
Helpful tips on tackling some of the challenges faced by parents, carers and families.
Quarterly report on key indicators in Queensland’s discrete Indigenous communities July – September 2008
A summary report on progress being made to improve the health and well being of Indigenous Queenslanders.
Community connect current issue available now
Community connect is published bi-monthly to connect Queenslanders with information about services and initiatives supported by the Department of Communities and Disability Services Queensland.
Queensland Young Volunteer Awards 2009
Say thank you to a young volunteer. Nominations for the Queensland Young Volunteer Awards close 10 June 2009.
January 2009
Nominations now open
Nominations for the Queensland Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Awards 2009 have been extended until 9 am, Monday 23 March.
Last reviewed: 02 October 2009