Guiding with Purpose

31/12/2025

✨🎉 Happy New Year from Guiding with Purpose! ✨

As we step into 2026, we want to thank everyone who has been part of the journey — your support, trust and commitment mean more than words.

Here’s to a year of growth, clarity, connection and moving forward with intention 🌱
We look forward to continuing to guide, support and empower you in the year ahead.

Wishing you a purposeful, fulfilling and inspiring 2026 🤍

13/12/2025

02/12/2025

02/12/2025

🏀 SEYMOUR ALL ABILITIES TOURNAMENT – WHAT A DAY! 🏀

The Guiding with Purpose team had an incredible time on Saturday taking a group of our participants to the Seymour Basketball All Abilities Tournament. Representing us proudly was our team, Building Buckets — and they absolutely brought the energy!

We had 6 participants take the court, playing three amazing games and winning every single one, securing ourselves a spot in the grand final. The team was exhausted, but their determination, teamwork and resilience pushed them through… and they came home winners by just 1 point! 🥇🔥

A massive thank you to
👏 Nick – our awesome coach
👏 Tracey – team manager keeping us organised
👏 E-Man – our hype man bringing the vibes
👏 Lachlan – providing extra support on the day

And of course, a huge shout-out to the families who came along to cheer on the boys. Your support means the world, and it was so special seeing everyone work together, grow, and create lasting memories through sport. 💙

So proud of our Building Buckets team — what an achievement! 🏆💪

18/11/2025

🌻 Inspiring Disability Inclusion 🌻
Because inclusion starts with awareness. 💛

Join us Thursday, 4th December | 9:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Parklake, Shepparton

This event is proudly led by keynote speaker Kody Bothwell, who continues to champion visibility, understanding, and meaningful change for people with disabilities. 🌟

In celebration of this launch, Kody has created a one-time, limited-edition oil painting — which symbolises the Hidden Disability Sunflower — and one supportive business or organisation will be taking it home! 🎨✨

How to enter the draw:
1️⃣ Attend the event and represent your business or organisation
OR
2️⃣ Book Kody for an Inspiring Disability Inclusion talk at your workplace

Can’t attend but still want to be included?
📧 Email kbartanddesign@hotmail.com by 3rd December to receive your booking form.

Together, we can create workplaces and communities where everyone is seen, valued, and included. 💬✨

🌻

01/11/2025

🌟 Join Us for an Inspiring Day in Greater Shepparton! 🌟

Come together to promote disability inclusion, foster understanding, and spark positive change in our community. Hear powerful stories from two passionate NDIS participants and esteemed guest speakers, including our Keynote, Kody Bothwell!

🗓 Date: Thursday, December 4th, 2025

🕘 Time: 9am - 12pm

📍 Location: Parklake, Wyndham Street, Shepparton

☕ Morning tea provided

💸 Cost: FREE – Limited tickets available! Register now via Eventbrite

Featuring:

✔️ Keynote Speaker: Kody Bothwell

✔️ Guest Speaker: Tom Cummins

✔️ Panel of Disability Experts

Thanks to our generous sponsors for making this event possible:

Greater Shepparton City Council, Kiwanis Club of Shepparton Sunrisers, Guiding with Purpose, The Graceful Guides Co., Goulburn Murray Credit Union, Primary Care Connect, Family Care, Becko Art, North East Support, Unleashed Dog Daycare, Lyfe Health Services,
All-able Support Services, Parklake.

Be part of this transformative occasion dedicated to empowerment and connection! ✨

24/10/2025

🌟 Celebrating Local Excellence🌟

The Greater Shepparton Business Centre proudly extends our best wishes to Tracey from Guiding with Purpose, and Shane and Stacey from Benschmark Design & Drafting — finalists in tonight’s Greater Shepparton SPC Business Excellence Awards. 🎉

We’re thrilled to be part of your business journey and to see your hard work and passion recognised on such a special night. 🙌

To all the amazing finalists — congratulations. Your achievements reflect the incredible diversity and strength of our local business community. 💼✨

And a huge shoutout to the Greater Shepparton Business Network for selling out tonight’s event and putting in a massive effort to make this the night of nights on our business calendar. 👏👏

Let’s celebrate Shepparton’s thriving business spirit together! 💙

24/10/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring! 🌟
Guiding With Purpose is looking for a driven and passionate individual to join our team! 🩵

If you’re experienced in NDIS support work, love being active, and can confidently participate in sporting sessions and community events, we’d love to hear from you! ⚽🏋️‍♀️

We’re after someone who can:
🌟 Encourage participants to get involved socially and stay active
🌟 Build connections with local businesses to increase participant exposure to the workforce
🌟 Support and motivate individuals to pursue employment opportunities
🌟 Make a positive impact in the lives of those living with barriers and help them find their purpose

If this sounds like you — apply now or request the official job description by emailing Tracey Toy at 📧 tracey.guidingwithpurpose@outlook.com

23/10/2025

✨ The Shepparton Business Awards night is finally here! ✨

We’re so grateful for the nominations and for everyone who continues to believe in our mission at Guiding With Purpose — empowering individuals to grow, connect, and thrive within our community. 💙

Congratulations to all the other amazing finalists tonight — it’s an honour to be alongside so many passionate local businesses making a difference. 🌟

27/09/2025

20/09/2025

Inclusion starts with you. Here’s how we can all make the world a kinder place:

1. Patience. Give people extra time and space
2. Kindness. A smile or supportive words can make all the difference
3. No assumptions, everyone’s experience is unique

Little gestures. Big difference.

https://bit.ly/3JVe0b7

13/08/2025

Thriving workplaces value every voice. 🌍💼
Managing diversity & inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do — it fuels creativity, innovation, and stronger teams.