Lives Lived Well

09/04/2026

Looking for a meaningful nursing role with no weekend work? 👀

We’re looking for a Clinical Nurse to join our Logan House team in Chambers Flat. You’ll provide health support within a residential rehabilitation program and work alongside a compassionate, multidisciplinary team.

✅ Monday to Friday hours
✅ Above award salary
✅ Salary packaging benefits
✅ Supportive team

📅 Applications close 30 April (may close earlier) https://secure.workforceready.com.au/ta/6147173.careers?CareersSearch=&ein_id=17494722&lang=en-AU
Make a real impact while maintaining work-life balance. 🌿

Problem with Alcohol, Drugs or Mental Health? Call 1300 727 957 to get support. We offer a range of counselling and recovery services across QLD, NSW and Adelaide.

08/04/2026

With a vision to create something meaningful for young mob, Paige, our Diverse Community Coordinator, dreamed big and made it happen.

Securing two grants and bringing together local partners, businesses and the City of Gold Coast, Connecting on Concrete is set to be a flagship event for QLD Youth Week this April.

In partnership with Songline, a collective of First Nations skateboarders connected through culture and Country, the event will feature:
🛹 Skate demos and workshops
🎨 Skateboard art sessions
🎮 Games, prizes and activities
💈 Free haircuts for young men

While the event was created with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in mind, everyone is welcome to come along and be part of the day.

We’re proud to support initiatives that bring community together and create spaces where young people feel seen, heard and connected. 🔵🟢

Big shout out to Paige!

Register for your free ticket: https://buff.ly/18uvRIq

06/04/2026

“Dianella has been a life changer for me.”

From feeling ashamed to finding comfort after connecting with the Dianella service, this client is gradually learning to manage their dependence on alcohol and rebuild acceptance of themselves. 💙💚

They spoke about struggling with depression and using alcohol to cope with the pain, until things eventually reached a point where they needed support and entered detox. Asking for help for the first time was not easy.

“I’ve never asked for help before… I was reluctant, scared and a bit ashamed.”

But their experience with Dianella quickly changed that.

“My case worker was so lovely, kind and understanding. I didn’t feel shame or anxious about talking to her.”

Through ongoing support and regular catch-ups, they began to feel more hopeful about managing life’s challenges.

“Even if I’m having a bad day she makes me feel normal and that it’s ok. That things can be managed if you break it down into smaller parts.”

Thank you to our Dianella team for helping people understand that recovery looks different for everyone and no one has to do it alone. 💙💚

Read the full story: https://buff.ly/C9fV1NW

01/04/2026

We hope you're all looking forward to a wonderful long weekend with family and friends. 🐰

Please note that some of our services and programs will close or operate at a reduced capacity from Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April. While referrals are welcome during this time, our contact team will resume processing them on their return on Tuesday 7 April.

📞 In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) for police, fire or ambulance services.
📞 Lifeline offers 24/7 confidential support from trained crisis supporters. Call 13 11 14.
📞 Reach out to 13 YARN (13 92 76) to speak with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter, available 24/7.
📞 QLife provides free and anonymous LGBTIQ+ peer support. Call 1800 184 527 to discuss sexuality, identity, gender, relationships, or related topics.

From all of us at Lives Lived Well, have a safe and happy Easter! 💙💚

31/03/2026

Today 31 March, we celebrate Trans Day of Visibility! 🏳️‍⚧️

An annual international celebration of trans pride and awareness, recognising the experiences, achievements, and journeys of transgender, gender diverse, and non-binary people.

💭 Can you guess what the colours of the Trans Pride flag mean?
Watch our video to find out!

Here’s how you can show your support for trans people:

✅ Use their correct name and pronouns – even small mistakes matter, so make the effort
✅ Practice gender-neutral language when meeting someone new.
✅ Call out discrimination – don’t let transphobic jokes or comments slide.
✅ Share inclusive spaces – support trans-friendly businesses, healthcare, and community services.
✅ Show visible support – wear a pronoun badge on your lapel or lanyard.

Every action counts! Let’s celebrate and stand with our trans community today and every day.

30/03/2026

Lives Lived Well is proud to support First Nations community members in Katoomba through our culturally grounded Wellness and Su***de Prevention program.

Funded by Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network (NBMPHN) as part of the Australian Government’s Su***de Prevention initiatives, this program will be delivered by culturally trained staff and Red Dust Healing practitioners

📅Starting 22 April 2026 | Every Wednesday | 10am – 2pm
📍Junction 142, 142 Katoomba St, Katoomba NSW

Enrolments close 20 April 2026.

For more information or to secure your place, please contact our team members listed on the flyer.

Look forward to welcoming you and your community to come and yarn with us.

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26/03/2026

Ready to step up in your career and to lead meaningful change in AOD treatment? 💙💚

We’re currently looking for a dedicated leader to join our Watershed Residential Service in Berkeley, Wollongong.
This is a full-time, permanent leadership role, where you’ll:

• Lead and support a multidisciplinary team
• Provide clinical guidance and therapeutic care
• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders and community services
• Help shape programs that support long-term recovery outcomes
• On site at Berkeley
• $110K–$115K + Super + Salary Packaging (up to $15,900)
Why join us?
• Five extra paid leave days each year
• Salary packaging + meals and entertainment benefits
• A supportive, values-led team culture
• Real opportunity to grow, lead and make an impact

If you’re ready for your next step and want to lead a service that changes lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Click the link below for more information and apply:
https://buff.ly/yBqqmdu

Applications close 8 April.

23/03/2026

What a day. 💚💙

Recently, we celebrated the Welcome Day for our West Moreton Residential Rehabilitation and Withdrawal Service in Ipswich.

From a beautiful Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony led by Uncle Kevin Fernando and Shaylene Saltner, to Peer Worker Callum sharing his deeply moving speech about his own recovery journey.

20/03/2026

You’re invited! 🎉

Our Rockhampton office has a new home — come by, say hello, and connect with our team.

📅 27 March
⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 121 Bolsover St, Rockhampton
☕ Morning tea provided

Please RSVP by 23 March to Clare at 0427 425 384 or email Clare.warrington@liveslivedwell.org.au

We're looking forward to welcoming you to our new space. 💙

18/03/2026

On National Close the Gap Day, we recognise the importance of working together towards health equality, recognition and justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Join the online launch of the 2026 Close the Gap Report today, 19 March, from 10:30–11:45am AEDT.

🔗 Register and join via closethegap.org.au:
https://bit.ly/3Ms2E30

This year's report, Community Voices: The Pathway to Justice, Equality and Healing, centres the leadership, knowledge and lived experience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

18/03/2026

What if your work could genuinely change someone's life?

At Lives Lived Well it's what our people do every single day.

We support individuals, families, and communities across alcohol and other drugs, mental health, gambling support, and veterans' services. Our teams show up with empathy, expertise, and a genuine belief that every person deserves the chance to live well.

We're a growing organisation and we're always looking for passionate people to grow with us.

If you’re ready to create positive change in someone's life, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Explore current opportunities: https://buff.ly/PuRQk9n

17/03/2026

Celebrating the people who make recovery possible. 💚

At Carinya House, Jess is known not just for the role she holds, but for the way she shows up and supports people every day.

One of our residents shared:

“There were days I wanted to give up. Days recovery felt too hard. But Jess would sit across from me and say, “Look how far you’ve come.””

Jess supports residents with hope and belief, something many people need most during their darkest moments.

“She believes in us sometimes before we believe in ourselves.”

And that sense of hope and dedication has helped change someone’s life.

“Because of her support the mentoring, the guidance, the consistency I’ve grown.

I’ve made progress in my recovery.

I’ve started setting goals again.”

Thank you, Jess, for the care and encouragement you bring to our community every day. 💙💚

Read the full story: https://buff.ly/JBILwEL