Engedi Mackay

04/12/2025

🌴 End of Year Holiday Notice ⛱
As we wrap up 2025, our team will be taking a well-deserved break to rest and recharge for the year ahead.

📅 Our offices will be closed from 22 December and will reopen on 5 January.

Thank you to all our valued clients for your support throughout the year. We look forward to working with you in 2026! Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday season. 🌟

01/12/2025

🎄 A quick note:
Our office will be closed today from 11:45 AM to 1:15 PM as our team enjoys a special lunch together. We’ll be back right after lunch!
Thank you for your understanding and support. 💫

27/11/2025

Thank you, North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation!
We’re proud to share that Engedi Mackay has been selected as a recipient of the 2025–26 NQBP Community Fund!
This generous support will help us continue our work with U-Beach, improving beach access so everyone can enjoy time by the water.
As our Physiotherapist Helen Robinson explains:

“Engedi has supported people with disability in our region for more than forty years. This sponsorship helps us invest in pathways, beach wheelchairs and other mobility equipment that remove barriers for people with mobility challenges. More families, seniors and people with disability will be able to visit the beach together.”

With this backing, we can strengthen partnerships with volunteers and community groups to run regular beach days and create a more inclusive experience across the region.

A huge thank you to North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation for making this possible and supporting initiatives that make a real difference in our community.

It's time to announce our 2025-26 Community Fund recipients!

13 community initiatives across Mackay, Hay Point, Bowen and Weipa will share $100,000 in funding.

Here's a complete list of recipients from this year's round
🤝Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service Mackay
🤝Rotary Club of Mackay
🤝Crossroad Arts Inc
🤝 The Friends of the MECC
🤝Mackay Triathlon Club
🤝Girudala Community Cooperative Society
🤝Mackay Women's Services
🤝Grapevine Group - Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday regions su***de prevention
🤝Engedi Mackay
🤝Weipa Running Festival
🤝Kidney Support Network
🤝Sarina State High School
🤝MADEC

Find out the great work these groups are doing in our port communities 👉 https://nqbp.com.au/about-us/news/articles/nqbp-announces-2025-26-community-fund-recipients

We're proud to make this support possible through our NQBP Community Fund.

27/11/2025

🎄 AGM & Christmas Celebration Highlights 🎄
What an incredible night we had at our recent AGM and Christmas Party!
✅ We celebrated the amazing contributions of our staff and committee members, acknowledging years of dedicated service.
🎅 Santa made a special appearance and brought plenty of smiles!
🎤 Karaoke kept the festive spirit alive with lots of laughter and sing-alongs.
👏 A heartfelt farewell to our Executive Manager and a long-standing Management Committee member as they move on from the Engedi family – thank you for your leadership and commitment over the years.
It was a night filled with joy, gratitude, and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it so memorable!

24/11/2025

04/11/2025

🌊 Make a Splash This November! 🌊
The water’s calling – are you ready to dive in? 🏊‍♂️✨
📅 November Open Swim Times:
✅ Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM 🌞
✅ Thursday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 🌊
✅ Friday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 💦
❌ Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday: Closed (time to recharge those fins!)
📞 Bookings are essential – call 07 4942 5495 to lock in your splash time!
💙 Family-friendly, accessible, and the perfect way to cool off before summer hits!
👉 Tag your swim buddy and let’s make November a wave of fun! 🌊💦

03/11/2025

Inclusive sports programs play a vital role in promoting physical and mental health for people with disabilities by encouraging regular exercise, which enhances strength, coordination, and emotional well-being.
These programs also foster meaningful social interaction, helping individuals build friendships and develop social skills in a supportive environment. Participation boosts self-esteem and confidence through teamwork and goal achievement, while also breaking down societal and cultural barriers by promoting understanding and acceptance.
Additionally, inclusive sports strengthen community connections and lead to positive social outcomes such as increased engagement, volunteering, and even career opportunities, making them a powerful tool for inclusion and empowerment.

29/10/2025

Occupational Therapists: Champions of Independence
Occupational Therapists are dedicated professionals who empower individuals to live more independently, regardless of age or ability. Whether someone is navigating life with a disability, recovering from injury, or simply striving to do more on their own, OTs provide practical, tailored support to help people take charge of their daily lives.
What does an OT do to promote independence?
• Evaluate routines and identify challenges that may limit autonomy at home, school, or work.
• Design personalised approaches to help individuals perform everyday tasks like bathing, preparing meals, or managing time.
• Suggest tools, technology, or environmental changes that make activities safer and more manageable.
• Support emotional resilience and self-confidence, helping people feel capable and in control.
• Collaborate with families, carers, and support networks to create a consistent and empowering environment.
At Engedi Inc., our OTs are committed to helping clients:
• Strengthen practical life skills for greater self-reliance
• Modify spaces to better suit personal needs and preferences
• Introduce adaptive strategies and assistive devices
• Encourage growth, confidence, and independence in every aspect of life

27/10/2025

World Occupational Therapy Day – Celebrating Independence and Empowerment!
Occupational Therapists (OTs) are dedicated professionals who help people of all ages live life to the fullest. Whether someone is recovering from illness, living with a disability, or facing challenges in daily life, OTs work alongside them to build skills, adapt environments, and boost confidence.
What does an OT do?
• Assess your daily activities and identify barriers to independence.
• Develop personalised strategies to help you manage everyday tasks like dressing, cooking, or working.
• Recommend equipment or home modifications to make life easier and safer.
• Support mental and emotional wellbeing, not just physical needs.
• Work with families and carers to ensure everyone is supported.
At Engedi Inc., our OTs work alongside clients to:
- Build everyday life skills
- Adapt environments to suit individual needs
- Introduce tools and strategies that promote independence
- Empower people to overcome barriers and thrive
On World OT Day, let’s celebrate the vital role OTs play in empowering people to live their best, most independent lives!