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Cootharinga

The largest and most experienced disability service provider based in North Queensland. Terms of use

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Cootharinga is a quality service provider who has been supporting children and adults with disabilities across North Queensland for 70 years. Our areas of operation extend to Sarina south of Mackay, north to Mornington Island incorporating Cairns and surrounding regions, west to Mount Isa and areas in between, resulting in diverse and varied customers. We are committed to providing a range of tailored services that are relevant to your choice and needs. Contact our team if you would like to know more about our services on 1800 266 842. We work with you to design tailored supports to assist you to achieve your goals. Our more popular services include;

• Allied Health Services (occupational therapy, speech therapy, physiotherapy, continence nurse)

• Going into the community for social and recreational activities

• Assistance with day to day life (personal care, cooking, cleaning etc.)

• Day learning and activity programs

• School Holiday Program

• Cootharinga short, medium and transitional living.

• Living in supported accommodation

• Assistance with equipment (wheelchairs and mobility equipment etc.)

• Cootharinga Home Care – (Aged Care)

Cootharinga is proud to have played a part in the achievements of many North Queenslanders and believes in your journey to success! Please do not post anything that could be considered:
▪️ Off-topic, repetitive or inappropriate
▪️ Abusive, defamatory or obscene
▪️ Offensive in tone, language or graphically
▪️ Harassment or personal attacks against other users
▪️ Racial, religious or political in reference or tone
▪️ Disrespectful to people living with disability
▪️ Personal or sensitive information about other users
▪️ Personal or sensitive information about your own situation or a situation that should
remain confidential
▪️ In violation of any intellectual property rights of another
▪️ In violation of any law or regulation
▪️ Spam
▪️ A link or reference to other off-topic pages.
2. CPL reserve the right to monitor and remove any content that we consider to be outside these guidelines. Please respect other community members and their opinions and report any inappropriate or offensive material directly on CPL's social media channels.
3. CPL reserve the right to ban or block users from interacting with our social media accounts if we consider a user’s behaviour to be in violation of these guidelines.
4. Facebook also reserve the right to remove any content users post on the CPL page which is in violation of Facebook's Statement of Rights and Responsibilities.

07/03/2026

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A promise that every woman and girl, regardless of background or identity – should be safe, heard, and free to shape their own lives. Yet in 2026, women and girls across Australian are still denied that fair go.

At Cootharinga, we focus on equality, which is about dignity, fairness, and opportunity for all. For more than 70+ years, we've worked alongside and for women and girls of all abilities – where we have championed choice, inclusion and community-led progress.

Because when women stand equal, communities are stronger. ♀️

This International Women’s Day, we stand with those calling for justice, accessibility and systems that truly support every woman and girl – including our First Nations women and women with disability.

Let’s Balance the Scales together. 🙌

24/12/2025

Wishing you a happy holiday season and a bright New Year ✨

From everyone at Cootharinga, we’d like to wish all of our clients, families, partners and community a happy holiday season and a safe, joyful New Year.

Thank you for being part of our community throughout the year, we look forward to continuing our work together in 2026.

📅 Please note: Cootharinga will be back from 5 January.

Until then, enjoy the break and take care 💙

[Image description: Wishing you a happy holiday from everyone at Cootharinga, surrounded by blue stars and text.]

22/11/2025

This Disability Action Week, we’re celebrating the power of communication to build stronger, more inclusive communities.

The 2025 theme: Communicate. Connect. Create., reminds us that when information is accessible, everyone has the opportunity to participate, contribute and thrive.

At Cootharinga, we’re proud to support people with disability to live the life they choose, and that starts with communication that empowers and includes.

Together, let’s create a Queensland where everyone feels heard, valued and connected.

[ID: Promotional graphic for Disability Action Week 2025 by Queensland Government, featuring illustrations of diverse people engaging in conversations and activities, surrounded by communication icons. Event dates from Sunday 23 November to Sunday 30 November.]

17/09/2025

Yesterday our Mount Isa crew from the SiC set out to explore the local Granite Mine and what a day it was! From soaking in the stunning landscapes to enjoying plenty of laughs and good company, the group made the most of every moment.

It’s always wonderful to see our crews connecting with each other, discovering new places, and creating memories together. 💛

[Image descriptions: Image 1: Person standing outdoors with a backdrop of arid landscape, wearing a colorful T-shirt with artistic designs and casual pants.

Image 2: Three adults standing outdoors with a rocky landscape in the background, smiling and gesturing. The person on the left is wearing a colorful patterned shirt, the middle person is in a light polka dot top, and the person on the right is wearing a gray hoodie and a blue cap with a bird logo.

Image 3: Two individuals posing for a photo in a rocky landscape, one giving a thumbs up.

Image 4: Person standing next to a brightly painted car with graffiti in a rural setting.

Image 5: Person standing next to a brightly painted car with graffiti in a desert landscape.]

12/09/2025

Our Cootharinga crew had the best time at the Mount Isa Rodeo recently and it wasn’t just the bulls and broncs bringing the thrills! 🎡

From cheering on the action to jumping in the dodgem cars, the laughter and smiles say it all. So much fun, friendship, and excitement shared together.

A big yee-haw to the Mount Isa Rodeo for an unforgettable day! 🤠🎉

[Image descriptions: Image 1: Two individuals at an outdoor event, one standing holding balloons and a drink, and the other seated in a wheelchair. They are in front of a trailer with informational posters.

Image 2: Individual in a wheelchair petting a sheep at an outdoor event.

Image 3: Two individuals enjoying a ride in a bumper car at an amusement park.]

09/07/2025

Looking for a place that feels like home? Our Andergrove Supported Independent Living property in Mackay offers a warm and welcoming environment that would suit an older female who values community and independence.

Enjoy a private, fully air-conditioned room, a cosy covered patio with BBQ, and 24/7 onsite support. Located just a short drive from local parks, recreational activities, and shopping centres, it's the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Live in a home where you're supported to live life your way.

👉 Learn more and make an enquiry today: https://bit.ly/4eNLfeV

06/07/2025

This National NAIDOC Week, we honour the enduring strength, vision, and legacy of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The 2025 theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy,” celebrates the resilience and cultural pride of young First Nations leaders, whose guidance is rooted in thousands of years of knowledge and tradition.

At Cootharinga, we proudly walk alongside First Nations communities and are deeply committed to reconciliation. Through our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), we continue to listen, learn, and create respectful, culturally safe spaces for all. 💛❤️🖤

👉 Learn more about this year's theme: https://www.naidoc.org.au/about/naidoc-theme

Artwork: Ancestral Lines by Jeremy Morgan Worrall

[ID: Artistic poster for NAIDOC Week featuring an illustration of five stylised figures beneath a swirling sky and a bright yellow sun, promoting the theme 'The Next Generation: Vision & Legacy.' Includes event details and social media links.]

26/06/2025

This week, our Mount Isa crew soaked up the sunshine with a well-deserved outing by the lake and what better way to bring people together than a classic BBQ? 🌞

With laughter in the air, sausages sizzling on the hotplate, and stunning views of the lake all around us, it was the perfect afternoon to connect, unwind and simply enjoy each other's company. Whether it was sharing stories, flipping snags, or just soaking in the scenery, there was no shortage of good vibes and great smiles. 😊

These moments remind us just how important community and connection are to what we do at Cootharinga. Every outing is a chance to build friendships, create memories, and celebrate the strengths of every individual in our amazing community.

📸 Check out a few snaps of our day out - guaranteed to make you smile just as much as we did!

[ID:
Image 1: A person is cooking sausages and onions on an outdoor barbecue at a park beside a lake.
Image 2: Person cooking sausages on an outdoor barbecue grill in a park setting.
Image 3: Person sitting on a folding chair outdoors, holding a plate of food, wearing a gray "Everlast" hoodie.]

11/06/2025

At Cootharinga’s Mount Isa Centre, our mornings start with purpose, and today was all about focus, coordination and fun! 🤝

The gentlemen engaged in hands-on puzzle sessions, strengthening hand-eye coordination while fostering teamwork, independence and confidence. 🧠 From iconic maps and colourful scenes to epic Star Wars challenges, every puzzle was a moment of growth.

This is what Cootharinga is all about - creating inclusive opportunities to develop life skills, explore interests, and connect with others in safe and supportive environments 💙

[Image descriptions:

Image 1: A person is seated at a table, assembling a colourful puzzle. The setting is a room with large windows and chairs in the background.

Image 2: Person assembling a Star Wars-themed jigsaw puzzle featuring Kylo Ren on a table.

Image 3: Person sitting at a table assembling a jigsaw puzzle with a fridge visible in the background.

Image 4: Person in a wheelchair colouring a picture at a table in a room with art supplies visible.]

27/05/2025

National Reconciliation Week 2025 is here, and Cootharinga proudly walks this journey - side by side with First Nations peoples.

This year's theme, "Bridging Now to Next," reminds us that reconciliation is not a checkbox. It's a commitment to truth, respect, and action that strengthens our communities. 🖤💛❤️

From Cairns to Townsville, Mount Isa to Mackay, from conversation to real change, our purpose remains rooted in building accessible and inclusive futures - together.

Let's keep showing up, speaking up, and standing with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, every day - not just this week. 🌏

[ID: Promotional poster for National Reconciliation Week 2025, featuring vibrant Aboriginal artwork surrounding the text 'Bridging Now to Next' with event dates from 27 May to 3 June. Includes the hashtag and the website reconciliation.org.au.]

20/05/2025

🗣 Your voice matters - Help shape the future of the NDIS

Do you have lived experience of disability or support someone who does? The NDIS is seeking input from people with lived experience to help inform upcoming changes - and you can be part of that conversation.

Through the NDIS Participant First initiative, you can share your experiences and insights to help ensure future reforms reflect the needs and voices of the disability community.

There are many ways to get involved, including:
🔹 Focus groups and interviews
🔹 Co-design workshops
🔹 Surveys and discussion papers
🔹 Research and consultation projects

You can choose how and when you participate - and some opportunities are paid.

💡 As a Participant First member, you'll receive a newsletter every two weeks with new opportunities to have your say. You can register your interest in as many as you like - it's up to you.

📩 If you would like to sign up for Participant First here: https://bit.ly/45hdSy4

📧For more information- https://bit.ly/3H3iRsj

23/12/2024

Wishing you a holiday season full of joy, love, and special memories. Thank you for being a valued part of our community this year – together, we’ve achieved amazing things! 🌟

Here’s to a bright and inclusive 2025 filled with possibilities and connection. Stay safe, celebrate, and enjoy this festive season with your loved ones. 🎅✨

From all of us at Cootharinga, Happy Holidays!

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Garbutt, QLD

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.cootharinga.org.au/

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