Whitsunday Counselling and Support Inc.

02/04/2026

💛 Thank you, Whitsunday Lions 💛

Once again, the Whitsunday Lions Club has shown incredible generosity by supporting our supported accommodation families.

We were so grateful to receive an amazing assortment of Easter eggs and chocolates, which will bring joy and a sense of celebration to vulnerable families this Easter. 🐣🍫

Our reading teepee corner has been transformed into an Easter teepee!

Community kindness like this makes a real difference. Thank you for helping us spread hope, care and happiness when it’s needed most. 🌿💙

01/04/2026

Our office will close today at 5pm for a well‑earned Easter break and will reopen on Tuesday 7th April at 9am. 🐣💛

If you are in crisis or need immediate support during this time, please refer to the emergency contacts listed in the flyer below. You are not alone — help is available 24/7.

Wishing everyone a safe and restful long weekend. 🌿

26/03/2026

Growing Stronger Together. 💛🤝

Yesterday’s monthly staff meeting started on a high note with a fun and uplifting team‑building exercise! 🌟🤝

It was a great opportunity for our team to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the strengths we each bring to the workplace. Moments like these help us grow together, strengthen communication, and build the supportive culture we’re so proud of at Whitsunday Counselling and Support. 💙🌿

Here’s to teamwork, positivity, and continuing to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and connected! 🙌✨

25/03/2026

Stronger Together for Safer Communities. 🌿💙

We were pleased to welcome the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Prevention Queensland Co-Chairs to Whitsunday Counselling and Support today. 💙

🌿 The visit provided a valuable opportunity to share insights into the work Whitsunday Counselling and Support deliver across our community, as well as the challenges and opportunities we encounter in supporting those affected by domestic and family violence.

🌿 It also created an important space for us to learn more about the Domestic and Family Violence Prevention's priorities in the primary prevention space and how we can continue to align our efforts for greater impact.

🌿 Collaboration like this strengthens our shared commitment to prevention, early intervention, and building safer, more supportive communities. We thank them for their time, engagement, and dedication to this vital work. 🫶

19/03/2026

🧡 Happy Harmony Week! 🧡

This week we celebrate Australia’s cultural diversity — the traditions, stories, and people who make our communities vibrant and unique. Harmony Day is a reminder that everyone belongs, no matter where they come from or what their story is.

Let’s continue to choose kindness, embrace inclusion, and appreciate the rich mix of cultures around us.

Here’s to respecting differences, sharing new experiences, and building a future where everyone feels welcome. 🌏✨

17/03/2026

☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️

Wishing everyone a day full of luck, laughter, and a little bit of Irish cheer. May your troubles be less, your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door today. 💚

Don’t forget to wear green and enjoy the celebrations! 🍀

13/03/2026

Dollar Match Day for the Epic Walk for DV is here! For a limited time, every donation to our fundraising page will be matched, doubling the impact for women facing domestic violence, until the $80k cap is reached.

Your support means the world, not just to us, but to the many women who rely on the vital services at Women's Legal Service Queensland. But don’t wait! Donate now through our personal fundraising page:

https://www.epicwalkfordv.com.au/t/whitsunday-counselling-and-support-team

09/03/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Peta! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to celebrate our very own Peta, who yesterday was awarded at the Whitsunday Zonta Club lunch,
Woman of the Year for the Whitsundays at their International Women's Day event for her unwavering dedication to supporting vulnerable women in the Whitsunday community.

Peta, your compassion, strength, and commitment make a real difference, and we couldn’t be prouder to have you as part of our team. You are an inspiration to all of us.

🌟 Well deserved! 🌟

27/02/2026

🌟 Join Us for the Epic Walk for DV 🌟

Together, we can raise awareness and vital funds to support domestic violence prevention through Women’s Legal Service Queensland.

This year’s event is proudly hosted by The Whitsundays Dancing CEO, Clarice Davis from McGrath Estate Agents Whitsundays. Clarice is stepping up to give back and help ensure that every woman in Queensland has access to safety, support, and legal assistance when she needs it most.

👟 Event Details
📅 Sunday, 22 March 2026
🕢 7:30am start
📍 Coral Sea Marina Gardens
Distance: 5km Walk

As the local provider of Domestic and Family Violence Counselling and Support, we will be joining on the day, walking alongside our community to show solidarity with victim survivors and contribute to this vital cause.

💜 How You Can Support
 Join us on the walk
 Donate to the fundraising effort https://www.epicwalkfordv.com.au/t/whitsunday-counselling-and-support-team
 Help spread the word – we’d love it if you could like and share our post!

Every step makes a difference.

Together, we can create a safer future—one step at a time.

06/02/2026

💜 Get behind the organisation that support your community 💜

Celebrate International Women’s Day in style and gather your mates for a Cruise & Captain’s Table–themed luncheon, hosted by the Whitsunday Zonta Club ⚓

📅 Sunday, 8 March 2026
🕙 11:30am
📍 Shute Harbour Marine Terminal

Dress your nautical best and enjoy:
✨ A stylish two‑course lunch
✨ Inspiring stories from amazing local young women
✨ Guest speaker Elizabeth Hackett, Executive Chair of Australia Adventure Tourism Group
✨ A vibrant celebration of women that supports Zonta’s mission to empower women and girls, both locally and globally 🧡

🎟 Tickets: $120 per person; Tables of 10 available
👉 Info & tickets: https://bit.ly/Zonta_IWD
Let’s come together to celebrate, connect, and champion women in our community 💪💖

Save the Date!
ZONTA's International Women's Day is fast approaching.