Clancy sweeps away his barriers in a new cleaning role
Wednesday, 6 November 2019
Clancy Whiteman has found a new purpose in his life since starting his job as a cleaner at Xcell Health and Fitness. Before starting this...
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Gardening more than just a job for Adam
Tuesday, 5 November 2019
We were thrilled to recently receive an update from one of our former job seekers, Adam Lopez. EPIC helped Adam secure work as a gardener...
Temporary roles important stepping stones for Cairns job seekers
Wednesday, 30 October 2019
Two job seekers connected with EPIC Assist’s Cairns Service Centre, Edward and Samuel, have discovered that it’s good to be open to opportunities that may...
Emergency food services a relief for struggling communities
Wednesday, 23 October 2019
Having food in the pantry is something many people take for granted. When searching for employment, access to food supplies can become a genuine concern....
Art and music bring light to a life lived in darkness
Monday, 21 October 2019
Being completely blind has never stopped musician and artist Renee Kelly from using creative outlets to express herself. Born 15 weeks premature, Renee sees total...
EPIC + LECNA – building better lives in Logan
Thursday, 17 October 2019
The Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association (LECNA) will be supported to continue its vital work to encourage co-operation, relieve poverty and help the local community...
Art by entrepreneurial 12-year-old funds inclusive ideas for people with disability
Tuesday, 15 October 2019
Artist. Innovator. Chicken whisperer. Superhero of change. These are just some of the titles on Summer Farrelly’s freshly printed business cards. The 12-year-old from Bundaberg...
“EPIC made it so easy. I wish I’d done it sooner”- Matt
Wednesday, 9 October 2019
General Manager and Head Brewer of Brouhaha Matt Jancauskas was struggling to fill a role at his craft brewery and restaurant in Maleny on the...
Artist spreads awareness for mental health by hiding art in parks
Tuesday, 8 October 2019
Tim Murphy always knew he wanted to work with animals, he just didn’t know it would be through art. As an artist, Tim is known...
Get creative to improve your mental health
Tuesday, 1 October 2019
In our busy and stressful lives, we often forget to set aside time for ourselves to be creative. Creative activity isn’t just a “fun thing...
10 resolutions to make this Mental Health Week
Tuesday, 1 October 2019
No one is happy 100 percent of the time. Life has a sneaky way of sometimes getting in the way of our best intentions to...
Community grants round 4 recipients announced
Monday, 30 September 2019
EPIC’s Community Grants program provides financial assistance to organisations who create opportunities and welcome people with disability. The grant recipients for round 4 represent the...
Art provides escape from living in constant pain
Monday, 30 September 2019
Trish Jackson is a survivor. Born with no arms, she learnt from a very young age to use her feet for any task her hands...
Labour economist says that being disability-inclusive makes good business sense
Friday, 20 September 2019
Robert Sobyra is a self-confessed numbers guy. As Director of Evidence, Data and Innovation for Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) he knows that the numbers around...
Liam proves that Asperger’s syndrome is no barrier to employment
Friday, 20 September 2019
When Liam was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome 15 years ago, his parents were told that he would never be able to hold down a job...
What you need to organise before your first day of work
Tuesday, 17 September 2019
Getting your first job can be an exciting time. When applying for jobs it is important to ensure you have applied for the right documentation...
How to start the conversation this R U OK? Day
Tuesday, 10 September 2019
Suicide is a major public health issue that kills more than 3,000 Australians a year. Suicide remains so significant, that young Australians are now more...
Long term support key for employee of the month Clinton
Monday, 2 September 2019
Long-term Target employee Clinton’s enthusiasm and dedication has hit the mark, taking out the first ever employee of the month award for his Burnie store...
All the world’s an inclusive stage at Tropical Arts theatre group
Monday, 2 September 2019
Everyone’s welcome at Tropical Arts, a not-for-profit community theatre group based in Cairns. Tropical Arts provides opportunities for anyone to participate in theatre-making, whether a...
Graduation the start of career dreams for EPIC job seekers
Thursday, 29 August 2019
They may have only just graduated, but it’s clear that this is just the beginning for four EPIC Assist (EPIC) job seekers who are on...
