How to stay merry in customer service during the Christmas period
Tuesday, 21 November 2023
For most, Christmas is something to look forward to: good food, good people, good gifts, and the time to make the most of it. If...
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Seven notable moments in disability and inclusion in 2023: International Day of People with Disability
Monday, 20 November 2023
2023 has been a huge year of transformation for disability, inclusion, and accessibility. We witnessed groundbreaking moments rise to the forefront, demand change, and capture...
Come for the clean, stay for the chat at Hervey Bay Car & Boat Wash
Monday, 13 November 2023
Work can mean a great deal of things to all of us. For some it’s a passion project, getting to work on something you care...
How to look after yourself while caring for someone with a mental illness
Wednesday, 18 October 2023
One in five Australians will experience a mental illness at some point in their life. Their family and friends will often be the ones caring...
EPIC participants manage their mental health in the workplace
Thursday, 12 October 2023
The topic of mental health is one that often provokes mixed feelings. Perhaps it’s guilt, that you haven’t really prioritised yourself in a while or...
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) myths and misconceptions
Wednesday, 4 October 2023
When you think of borderline personality disorder (BPD), what do you picture? Perhaps it’s that “crazy” female character who is attention-seeking, oftentimes a stalker ex-girlfriend,...
The best way to be ‘here to hear’ this R U OK? Day
Monday, 4 September 2023
"Are you okay?" is a simple question to ask. It’s probably one that we ask often to those around us; a quick way to check...
If you could go back in time, what would you say to yourself?
Wednesday, 30 August 2023
Let’s share knowledge this Women’s Health Week 2023 Some days feel like they drag on forever. But others fly past in an instant. A click...
Elaine rediscovers her confidence at Rodgers Reidy
Thursday, 17 August 2023
It doesn’t matter how much we work, or how high up our position is, every day you’ll learn something new. Whether it be through an...
Breaking down barriers at Moreton Bay awards
Wednesday, 26 July 2023
No barriers to recreation or leisure. That’s the mission that saw Belgravia Leisure take out the EPIC Assist Award for Accessibility and Inclusiveness Excellence at...
Ben brings a winning smile and a new mindset to My Berries
Wednesday, 19 July 2023
Let’s face it, life is tough. We go through all sorts of ups and downs and our own unique experiences. When we get into a...
Roaul diligently works his way into a job that he loves
Thursday, 13 July 2023
Roaul started his employment journey like most do. A shy but determined kid, he was keen to move into a fulltime position in landscaping or...
Gabrielle brews and serves a warm cup of rewarding employment
Wednesday, 5 July 2023
There’s an old saying that goes ‘home is any four walls with the right people.’ It plays on the idea that, no matter where you...
Ethan celebrates one year with Woolworths
Tuesday, 27 June 2023
What began as a simple job trial one night shelving groceries has grown into an epic journey of self-discovery for Woolworths Hinkler employee Ethan. This...
Gwenda discovers a new passion for baking at Cockatoo Coffee Cafe
Tuesday, 20 June 2023
When you get older, it becomes more important to keep your life busy. Whether it be a hobby, club, travel, or work, a fulfilling retirement...
Five tips for prioritising your mental health if you’re a young man entering the workforce
Wednesday, 14 June 2023
Picture this: You’re a young man with a good head on your shoulders, or so you’ve been told. For about 20 years of your life,...
A fresh batch of inclusion from the fresh food people
Tuesday, 2 May 2023
At the end of a long day or work week, sometimes we just want to relax. We think of that recipe we’ve always wanted to...
Coffee the way you like it, with a side of diversity and inclusivity
Thursday, 23 March 2023
Bundaberg's Deli Café special leaves a good taste in everyone's mouth! For as long as it’s been around, Queensland’s city of Bundaberg has been all...
“I got the job!” Jack hops his way from volunteer to paid work
Thursday, 15 December 2022
It’s never easy to say goodbye to a job you love. Whether you’re a volunteer, doing work experience, or a paid team member, your last...
As one door closes, Ron builds another
Tuesday, 29 November 2022
There is a lot more that goes into making a working door than slapping some hinges on a piece of timber and bolting it next...
International Day of People with Disability: an EPIC year in review
Wednesday, 23 November 2022
International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally on December 3. It aims to increase public awareness, understanding,...
From Employment Consultant, to job seeker, and back again. Cindy comes full circle thanks to inclusive work environment at EPIC
Friday, 11 November 2022
#InclusionAtWorkWeek 2022 is Diversity Council Australia’s inaugural week-long celebration of diversity and inclusion in Australian workplaces, celebrated from 14 to 18 November. #InclusionAtWorkWeek is an...
Access and Inclusion recognised at the Moreton Bay Business & Innovation Awards
Wednesday, 26 October 2022
EPIC Assist (EPIC) was proud to sponsor the inaugural Award for Accessibility and Inclusiveness Excellence at the recent Moreton Bay Business & Innovation Awards, held...
Meet Lachlan: EPIC’s resident game wizard
Thursday, 13 October 2022
The term nerd is thought of as an insult. But Lachlan at EPIC Ipswich wears the name like a badge “proudly.” EPIC Ipswich is a...
Resilience is an attitude
Tuesday, 4 October 2022
The past few years have tested the human spirit in more ways than one. From the global pandemic to widespread flooding, communities across Australia have...
Josh rides into meaningful employment
Friday, 30 September 2022
Sometimes it feels like we are riding through life in the wrong gear. Despite all our efforts, the wheels won’t turn fast enough and every...
Right out of the gate and already finding work
Wednesday, 28 September 2022
The cars are shining, and pistons are firing for four Logan locals, ready to hit the road on their latest employment journeys. Earlier this month,...
Meet the face of the RNA
Wednesday, 21 September 2022
If you have visited the RNA in the past year, you have probably met Zena, their customer relations consultant. Zena and her husband Craig are...
There is still a long way to go before equal pay
Monday, 19 September 2022
Everyone has a right to equal pay and meaningful employment. International Equal Pay Day is dedicated to making this right a reality. International Equal Pay...
Harry lines up to make a splash at the Special Olympics National Games
Thursday, 8 September 2022
EPIC Assist’s own Down syndrome swimming champion, Harry Cahill, is preparing to leap off the blocks at the 2022 Special Olympics National Games in Launceston....
Repurposed goods aren’t the only thing you can get at the World’s Biggest Garage Sale
Tuesday, 6 September 2022
Meet the garage sale that's changing waste practices and creating better consumer habits one damaged or faulty good at a time. The World’s Biggest Garage...
This Women’s Health Week it’s all about you
Friday, 2 September 2022
Women’s Health Week is a weeklong campaign held nationwide, focusing on improving women’s mental and physical health. Every year, thousands of online and in-person events...
We’re still here: EPIC retains all Disability Employment Services (DES)
Monday, 22 August 2022
Over the weekend, news circulated about the closure of Disability Employment Services (DES) providers across Australia and the end of Disability Employment Services (DES) contracts...
How to ask R U OK? all year round: It’s time we honestly answered, ‘How are you?’
Monday, 22 August 2022
When was the last time someone asked you, ‘How are you?’ Probably this morning when you walked in the door at work. Maybe last night...
A positive outlook can make all the difference
Thursday, 18 August 2022
“I just try to keep positive. I've been down the road of always thinking bad, and you don’t get anything. My legs might not work...
Workin’ at the car wash – Brock Tubb
Tuesday, 26 July 2022
Tipping your waiter might not be common practice in Australia, but there are still some jobs where you can make a few extra dollars -...
Taylor writes her next chapter at Australia Post
Monday, 11 July 2022
Sometimes, disability comes knocking on your door with bells and sirens. For others, it gradually sneaks up behind you. Taylor’s disability came as a surprise...
Celebrating 15 years of loyalty for Catherine at Woolworths
Tuesday, 5 July 2022
Employee Catherine is proof that people with disability can not only find and maintain long-term jobs but can also be a drawcard in the local community....
From oil and gas to acrylic and canvas – artist talk with Leah Cummins
Sunday, 3 July 2022
Every step along the winding path of life weaves together a rich and unique story. Describing a single moment is no easy task. I guess...
