CRU - Community Resource Unit Ltd.

21/11/2025

Part 1 & Part 2 of our “Voice, Rights and Risk” supported decision-making workshop is now available online.

This session from CRU's Building Capacity for Lifelong Inclusion event earlier this year explores the foundations of supported decision-making, how to support communication, and how to enable risk as a natural part of learning and life.

Presented by Dr Michelle Browning, John Chesterman, and Taylor & Hazel Lloyd.

Follow the link and watch now! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqk23A8wz4ybg62uU0oo4IfEerHb-8npt&si=XBXWRmfINRg6vKUP

21/11/2025

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for efficiency and values-driven work? Join our team as an Operations Manager and take charge of our administration team, ensuring smooth organisational systems, compliance processes, and office operations.

For more information about this exciting role and/or a position description, visit

We are looking for an Operations Manager to oversee operations, HR and compliance in a purpose-driven organisation supporting inclusion.

21/11/2025

CRU was pleased to recently host a peer support training day for family members of teenagers with disability around the topic of employment.

This event brought parents together to share experiences, learn new skills, and build their confidence in supporting their young people to find meaningful, paid work in the community.

Guest Speakers Catrin Culla and Freya Touissant shared how they have each found employment they enjoy in their local communities since leaving school. Freya brought her business with her https://thinkingofyougift.com/ and set up a stall so we could get in some Christmas shopping. Catrin enjoys a side business Catrin's Christmas Decorations outside working two jobs, and presented CRU with a beautiful Christmas Wreath.

Michelle Doyle and Donna Touissant generously shared what they’ve learnt through their experience of supporting their daughters into meaningful employment. Thankyou too to Nellie Godwin-Welch for sharing different strategies she has used as a support worker to assist young people with disability into a job they love.

Through peer support, shared stories, and practical guidance, parents feel better equipped to help their secondary school-aged children explore work experience and build a positive pathway into meaningful employment in their local community.

18/11/2025

Community Resource Unit (CRU) recently hosted a two-day intensive workshop called Towards a Better Life, presented by Danielle and Lindie from CRU.

This workshop explored ideas and frameworks that help people think deeply about how to support people with disability to have valued roles and meaningful lives in their communities.

Across the two days, participants reflected on beliefs, attitudes, and practical ways to create more inclusive opportunities and build a better life for all.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for two days of learning, connection, and growth.

If you would like to attend events like this, simply visit https://cru.org.au/events/upcoming-events/

12/11/2025

Last chance Rockhampton: registrations close Monday!

This CRU workshop for people with disability, their families and supporters is about building real belonging in your local community – at any age or stage. Sometimes we just need to know where and how to start.

9.30am – 4pm, Thursday 20th November at .
Connecting with Community: Starting to talk about belonging - Rockhampton

Registrations essential! There is a cost to attend, but if this is a barrier to you, please contact us to discuss 07 3844 2211.

Register now at: https://events.humanitix.com/connecting-with-community-nov_202

07/11/2025

What a great two days!

A few weeks ago, the Families for Inclusive Education Team hosted our Peer Support Event and it was absolutely fabulous!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, shared stories, made connections, and helped create such a warm and welcoming space. Your presence made the day truly special.

Stay tuned for more events and opportunities to connect and please share any reflections from the two days - we always love hearing your thoughts and comments.

05/11/2025

Registrations closing! With the end of the school year almost upon us, perhaps you are wondering what the new school year will bring? Join us to reflect, reset and plan for the 2026. Families with children with disability are encouraged to register for this free online and highly interactive workshop, ‘Taking Stock and Aiming High: Preparing for the 2026 school year’, happening on 11th November 2025. Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/taking-stock-and-aiming-high-planning-for-the-2026-school-year-online-workshop

03/11/2025

Our community can be filled with opportunities to build belonging - sometimes we just need to know where & how to start.

Join CRU at the Frenchville Sports Club Ltd, Rockhampton on Thursday 20th November for an interactive face-to-face workshop for people with disability, their family members & workers who want real belonging for a person with disability – at any age or stage.

Connecting with Community: Starting to talk about belonging - Rockhampton

There is a cost to attend, but if this is a barrier to you, please contact us to discuss.

Register now at: https://events.humanitix.com/connecting-with-community-nov_2025

31/10/2025

📣 CRU Annual General Meeting

Community Resource Unit (CRU) held its Annual General Meeting today. The meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the past year, acknowledge achievements, and look ahead to the work ahead in supporting people with disability, families, and communities.

CRU is pleased to acknowledge the 2025–2026 CRU Board: Josey McMahon, Anna Coventry, Anne Leahy, Leanne Burke, and Matt Stone, alongside CRU CEO, Lisa Bridle.

CRU would like to thank its Board, staff, members, and supporters for their ongoing commitment and contribution.

31/10/2025

We are pleased to share the next recorded presentation from our Building Capacity for Lifelong Inclusion event held earlier this year.

Dr Jenny Crosbie, Principal Industry Fellow at the Centre for Social Impact, Swinburne University, explores the ‘big picture’ of employment for people with disability in Australia.

With more than 35 years’ experience and a strong focus on school-to-work transition for young people with intellectual disability. This presentation offers valuable insight for families, educators, service providers, employers and advocates committed to strengthening pathways to employment.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/6u4HcV_RCxc

31/10/2025

CRU Consultant’s Day

Our team came together for Consultant’s Day this week. We began the day with a calming yoga session and a chance to connect with one another.
We then took part in two training sessions:
• Managing responses to challenging questions and situations presented by Jane Sherwin
• AMPARO Cultural Competency Training presented by Jenny Ryan and Nazim Ahmed

These sessions supported us to deepen our understanding and strengthen our relationship building skills to continue working in a respectful and inclusive manner with people with disability, family members and allies.

A day of learning, reflection and connection. 💙

30/10/2025

Advocacy Workshop in Toowoomba

Community Resource Unit recently hosted a workshop at the Burke and Wills Hotel, Toowoomba, focused on building knowledge and skills in advocating for people with disabilities.

Facilitated by CRU’s Deb McNair and experienced advocate Jenny Smith, the session explored the ongoing challenges of marginalisation and devaluation faced by people with disabilities.

It was a day of deep discussion, shared learning, and inspiration for everyone who attended.

For more upcoming CRU workshops and events, simply visit https://cru.org.au/events/upcoming-events/