Events

Deaftblind Camp 2026

We’re thrilled to announce that the Able Australia Deafblind Camp is returning in 2026. 

Thanks to the support of The Lionel & Yvonne Spencer Trust and the Olver-Carlyle Charitable Foundation we have secured funding to bring back this important event. 

The Deafblind camp is more than just a getaway; it’s a celebration of community, identity, and connection. A space where Deafblind people from across Australia can come together, be themselves, and enjoy meaningful tailored activities planned by the community themselves. 

Committee members will receive a gift card per meeting as thanks for their contribution. 

📅 Camp dates: 15–17 April 2026
📍 Location: Camp Oasis (VIC)
💲 Cost: $250 (includes accommodation, food, and activities)
👥 40 places available for deafblind campers
📧 Find out more: dbcamp@ableaustralia

Promotional graphic for Able Australia’s Deafblind Camp, taking place 15–17 April 2026 at Camp Oasis, Victoria. The top half of the image has a green background with white and purple text, and the bottom half shows a large group of smiling people, including people with disabilities, support workers, and community members, posing together indoors. An Australian flag is visible in the foreground.

Person wearing sunglasses and a red and black jumper smiles while holding sensory objects in a room with colourful glowing paint. Text reads: ‘At Able Australia, it’s all about creating better days, every day. I remember when I first met the deafblind community through Able Australia and know it will also be life-changing for the campers.’ – Alex Sar.

 

Want to help plan the Deafblind Camp?

Join our Camp Planning Committee and help plan the camp. This is your chance to make sure the camp reflects what’s important to you and the deafblind community across Australia.

Applications are open for anyone Deafblind in Australia. You’ll receive a gift voucher for each meeting you attend (up to 6 meetings total).

If you’re excited to make this camp a great experience, we’d love to hear from you. Interested? Contact dbcamp@ableaustralia.org.au to find out more.

🗨️ I was pleased to be on the Camp Committee working with Bec and the team to ensure it was the best Deafblind Camp yet. Bec led with a co-design approach with the deafblind community at every stage of camp planning and management. She ensured the Deafblind Camp welcomed deafblind people from across Australia. – Alex Sar, Deafblind Camp Committee Member 2024

Support Coordinator Lunch and Learn

FREE Lunch and Learn Session

Join us for a practical session designed to make Behaviour Support and Restrictive Practices feel less overwhelming and more impactful. 

When: Thursday 22 May 2025
Time: 1 – 1.30pm
Where: Technopark, Building Tech 2 40 Innovation Drive Dowsing Point, TAS

Whether you join us in person or online, you’ll walk away with helpful insights, real-world tips, and a clearer understanding of your role in supporting participants with complex needs. 

Here’s what we’ll cover: 

  1. What are Restrictive Practices? 
    Get a clear, practical explanation of restrictive practices and why they matter in your role. 

  1. Legislation in a Nutshell 
    A quick overview of the key rules and requirements – minus the legal jargon. 

  1. The Role of the Support Coordinator 
    Understand your responsibilities and opportunities to influence positive outcomes for your participants. 

  1. Getting the most out of Behaviour Support 
    How to ensure plans are practical, meaningful, and actually used. 

  1. Getting the funding for your participants 
    What to ask for, how to document it, and what makes a strong case for Behaviour Support funding. 

Join us in person and enjoy a light lunch, or join online for a focused, 30-minute session packed with practical advice and insights to make your role easier. 

Register for lunch and learn
Client and Family Forum

Client and Family Forum 

When: Thursday 22 May 2025 
Time: 5:00 – 6.30pm 

Where: 2a Pierce Street, Moonah  
  or online 
 
Light refreshments will be provided for in-person event 

This is a great opportunity to hear more, ask questions and stay connected.  We’ll be sharing updates about what’s ahead, including results from our recent client survey and how your feedback is shaping the future. 

Topic: Behaviour Support 

Learn more about how behaviour support is growing to better support you and your loved one. Andi our National Manager, Allied Health, Behaviour Support and Deafblind will be sharing insights and updates about:  

  • Putting wellbeing and happiness first 
  • Hearing your voice and valuing your choices 
  • Creating support plans that reflect what matters most to you 
  • Reducing restrictions safely and respectfully 
  • What’s changing in behaviour support rules and how it affects you and your loved one 

This is a fantastic opportunity to ask any questions you may have.  

RSVP: With any dietary requirements by Monday 19 May 2025 to comms@ableaustralia.org.au  

We look forward to seeing you there.