Pinarc Disability Support 1800-746-272

12/03/2026

Yesterday My Voice welcomed Meg Lawton (City of Ballarat Community Inclusion Officer) to their group, where she facilitated a feedback session that will help shape Ballarat's next Disability Access and Inclusion Plan for 2026-30.

Together they explored the themes of improving access and inclusion in Ballarat and My Voice were able to provide feedback on some of the barriers that exist for people living with disability in Ballarat. It was also a good opportunity to reflect on what is working well for people living with disability in Ballarat.

Thank you City of Ballarat for hearing our voice!

07/03/2026

International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender equality.

"Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge gender equality." *

At Pinarc we celebrate the wonderful women we work with and the amazing women and girls we support, today and every day.

*Source: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

06/03/2026

We hope everyone enjoys a lovely long weekend!

03/03/2026

Our CEO Peter, along with other members of our leaders group, braved the drizzly weather this morning as they cooked up a delicious breakfast of bacon and egg rolls for our team at Golden Point. The staff, customers and some lucky parents and carers all enjoyed their warm bacon and egg rolls, and the opportunity to have a quick chat.

Lets hope the weather is a bit more cheerful on Thursday when they do it all again at Pennyweight!



Image description: CEO Peter and People & Culture Manager Kevin standing next to a BBQ cooking breakfast at Pinarc Golden Point campus.

02/03/2026

All parent/guardian carers of children & young adults with disability are welcome to join us for a social cuppa at Eclectic Tastes on Tuesday, 10 March at 10am.

To register please email Rebecca on rpaton@pinarc.org.au or call 0493 765 542.



Image description: Graphic tile with a photo of Eclectic Tastes Cafe and the headline Parent Carer Connect Coffee Catch Up!

28/02/2026

Rare Disease Day raises awareness for the 300 million people worldwide living with a rare disease, along with their families and carers.

The long-term goal of the Rare Disease Day campaign is to ensure equitable access to diagnosis, treatment, healthcare, social support, and opportunities for those affected by rare diseases.

For more information please visit https://www.rarediseaseday.org/

27/02/2026

We have expanded our OT team at Pinarc Ballarat and have immediate availability for Occupational Therapy services in Ballarat for children aged 0 to 9.

Call us or visit our website to complete a quick referral form https://www.pinarc.org.au/services/overview-of-services/

Capacity will fill fast!



Image description: A graphic tile with a teal coloured background featuring three photos of Pinarc therapists and customers. The headline reads Occupational Therapy No Wait List in Ballarat.

Pinarc Disability Support is a registered NDIS provider that offers disability support. We offer therapy services across the Ballarat & Melton regions.

23/02/2026

We still have a few tickets left for this event! Call us during business hours to register for tickets.

Carers and their families are invited to join us for a special screening of “The Magic Faraway Tree” on Sunday 29 March 2026 at 1.15pm.

In this movie three children discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents. At the top of the tree, they're transported to spectacular and fantastical lands.

Registration is essential, places are limited and we advise to book early so you don’t miss out. Showbiz cinemas is a wheelchair accessible venue, but spaces are limited. Please inform us if you need a wheelchair space when you register.

Call 1800 746 272 during business hours to reserve your tickets. Registrations close 12pm Friday 27th March or earlier if booked out. Please note: Due to funding requirements, you will need to provide name, date of birth, postcode and ATSI or CALD information for each person attending.

Support for Carers is a program presented by Pinarc, funded by Victoria State Government, to assist unpaid carers of children and adults with disabilities to have a well-earned break.



Image description: graphic tile with photo from The Magic Faraway Tree movie set on a teal background. Heading Support for Carers Family Movie.

18/02/2026

This looks amazing! If you are interested in attending this Australian first mainstage dance work directed by an artist living with Down syndrome head to https://hermaj.com/events/lighting-the-dark-2026 to book your tickets.

09/02/2026

Carers and their families are invited to join us for a special screening of “The Magic Faraway Tree” on Sunday 29 March 2026 at 1.15pm.

In this movie three children discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents. At the top of the tree, they're transported to spectacular and fantastical lands.

Registration is essential, places are limited and we advise to book early so you don’t miss out. Showbiz cinemas is a wheelchair accessible venue, but spaces are limited. Please inform us if you need a wheelchair space when you register.

Call 1800 746 272 during business hours to reserve your tickets. Registrations close 12pm Friday 27th March or earlier if booked out. Please note: Due to funding requirements, you will need to provide name, date of birth, postcode and ATSI or CALD information for each person attending.

Support for Carers is a program presented by Pinarc, funded by Victoria State Government, to assist unpaid carers of children and adults with disabilities to have a well-earned break.



Image description: graphic tile with photo from The Magic Faraway Tree movie set on a teal background. Heading Support for Carers Family Movie.

05/02/2026

The City of Ballarat is seeking feedback to help create their next Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (2026-2030).

They are inviting people to register for interactive engagement sessions that will focus on:
💡 Ideas for improvements in Ballarat
❗ Barriers for people living with disability in Ballarat
✅ What is working well

Sessions for People living with Disability & Carers:
Option 1:
o When: Tuesday 24 February 2026 at 12:00pm – 2:00pm
o Where: Selkirk Stadium, 989 Norman St, Wendouree VIC 3355
o Register: https://events.humanitix.com/community-consultation-sessions-or-city-of-ballarat-s-next-disability-access-and-inclusion-plan-2026-30

Option 2:
o When: Thursday 19 March 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
o Where: Trench Room, Ballarat Town Hall, 225 Sturt Street Ballarat 3350
o Register: https://events.humanitix.com/community-feedback-session-2-or-city-of-ballarat-s-next-disability-access-and-inclusion-plan-2026-30

Option 3:
o When: Thursday 12 March 2026 at 6:00pm – 7:30pm
o Where: Online via Microsoft Teams
o Register: https://events.humanitix.com/online-only-engagement-session-for-people-living-with-disability-and-carers-option-2-or-city-of-ballarat-s-next-disability-access-and-inclusion-plan-2026-30

For further information contact Meg Lawton, City of Ballarat, Community Inclusion Officer (Access and Inclusion) at meglawton@ballarat.vic.gov.au

04/02/2026

Ballarat Carer Connect is a group for parents and carers of children and young adults with disabilities and additional needs who want to be more active, socially connected, and informed.

We aim to try a range of activities that will get us out and about. Activities may include walks, frisbee golf, bowling, visiting galleries, coffee catch ups etc.

Our next session is on Wednesday, 11 February at 10am. We will meet at Oz Tenpin for a couple of friendly games of pool and darts - a great way to relax and meet some new friends!

All parents of children (and adults) with disabilities are welcome. You do not have to be using any other Pinarc services. Let’s support each other to be more socially connected and physically active. You can come to single session or every session.

To register please email or call Rebecca on rpaton@pinarc.org.au or 0493 765 542.

Image description: A graphic tile with a teal background and a photo of two parent-carers playing a game of pool.