OPERATION PTSD SUPPORT

Carer's Support

Facebook Support Page and Private Forum

Operation PTSD Support currently has two facebook pages. One is Op PTSD Support Page which is open to the public and the other is a private facebook support group. The second group is a forum, ONLY for partners and carers of Veterans with PTSD Averaging about 400 active members at any one time, our private group has members ranging from 19 through to 75 years of age, which means there is always someone you can relate to and talk to. All members are in the same boat and are living with and loving someone with PTSD. For further details on this private support group you will need to send a message to Donna Reggett through the Op PTSD Support page.

Reading Resources

OP PTSD has a range of resource books that it donates to libraries in districts and schools, some may be available for your use depending on your location. For a list of reading material that can be purchased online please click here

Social Inclusion Events & Activities

OP PTSD Support organises many social inclusion events and activities that our members enjoy. Coffee mornings, luncheons, craft groups, dance classes, self-esteem boosting activities, social get togethers and other fun activities are held regularly. Whilst we occasionally hold a function where your partner (the PTSD Sufferer) is invited, these respite events are normally catered only for the carers. To see a list of our current events please visit our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pg/opptsdsupport/events/

Respite Retreats

We raise money to fund 4 major respite retreats, for our members, in Australia each year. These are held at St George Defence Suites at Rainbow Bay (Gold Coast) in February, May, August and November each year. Other craft and sewing retreats are held throughout the year. To see a list of our current events or to learn more please visit our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pg/opptsdsupport/events/

Debt Assistance Information

OP PTSD Support is unable to support our members with grant money to cover debt, however our welfare officers are able to help you apply for assistance through many other organisations. Please contact Donna or Jenny for further information.

Discounted Legal Assistance

We are supported by Richard Zande & Associates Ipswich who assist our members, with their legal issues and queries, all at discounted rates. Whilst they specialise in family, estate law, criminal law and conveyancing, their solicitors and staff are also knowledgeable in military law, military compensation and ComSuper. If you are in need of legal advice please visit Richard Zande & Associates at http://www.richardzande.com.au 07 32811633

Raising Awarness

OPPTSD is currently trying to raise awareness with local councils and authorities in regards to: Real support and education for the families when a veteran is diagnosed, assistance whilst the veteran is in hospital, through the transition process and beyond. Real support that is practical and helpful. Housing: When a member is medically discharged at Category A, unable to work, their incapacity payments do not include rent assistance as their wages did when serving. If these troops do not have a home, their chances of ever getting one diminishes. We are asking for some assistance by providing access to housing in a similar way to housing commission or state housing, or assisting with rent buy schemes.

Our Mission

"We believe by supporting the carer,

they are able to continue caring for the Veteran"

Our Mission Statement is

To raise funds to assist with the respite for partners & carers of incapacitated Australian Veterans.

To organise respite retreats and social inclusion events for partners & carers of incapacitated Australian Veterans.

To educate partners & carers and the general community on PTSD and Mental Health First Aid.

To raise funds to purchase resources for partners & carers of incapacitated Veterans & place them in libraries throughout Australia.

To assist with emergency crisis care for partners and carers of incapacitated Australian Veterans - up to 3 nights.

To raise awareness of PTSD and other mental health conditions diagnosed in Australian Veterans

Operation PTSD Support was founded by Donna Reggett in August 2013.

To see our privacy policy please click here.

Our Events

We hold 3 major Respite Retreats a year

Bali - February

Rainbow Bay - May (Subsidised)

Rainbow Bay - November (Subsidised)

We organise regular Respite Events which include

Coffee Outings, Yoga & Meditation, Dancing Classes,

Luncheons, Self Esteem Boosting Activities, Craft Activities, Functions,

and many more fun activities.

To See Current Events Visit Our Facebook page. - https://www.facebook.com/opptsdsupport/

Upcoming Events

Snowy Mountains ACT and Surrounds Lunch
Hellenic Club of Canberra
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Mar 20, 11:00 AM GMT+11
Hellenic Club of Canberra, Matilda St, Phillip ACT 2606, Australia
Partners of PTSD in and around Canberra, lunch and catch up. All welcome to have a lovely lunch and chat. Just confirm numbers for the booking. Pay for your own lunch and drinks.
Partners Respite Retreat. MAY. 2021. MEXICAN Theme
St Georges Defence Units
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May 01, 7:00 PM
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
A 5 day Mexican themed get away with other partners who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran. A maximum cost of $300 pp in shared accommodation or $500 in single accommodation. A non refundable ( unless border closures ) deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single.
Partners Respite Retreat. August 2021 ALL ABOUT ME
St Georges Defence Units
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Aug 07, 2:00 PM – Aug 15, 2:20 PM
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
A 5 day All About Me themed get away with other partners who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran. A maximum cost of $300 pp in shared accommodation or $500 in single . A non refundable deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single. ( exception covid)
Partners Respite Retreat. Halloween
St Georges Defence Units
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Oct 25, 7:00 PM – Oct 31, 11:00 PM
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
A 5 day fun themed get away with other partners who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran. A maximum cost of $300 pp in shared accommodation or $500 in single accommodation. A non refundable ( unless border closures ) deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single.
Bali Partner Time Out 2021
Rama Beach Resort
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Feb 21, 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Rama Beach Resort , Bali, Indonesia
A respite break for the partners of veterans and first responders with PTSD. This break away is not subsidised or run by OPPTSD. This is the platform to get the group together as well as get a good price for accommodation. Book your own airfare and stay the minimum of the advised dates.
Sewcial Sewing Retreat
St Georges Rest Home
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Jan 30, 10:00 AM – Feb 02, 12:00 AM
St Georges Rest Home, St Georges Rest Home, 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
Back to basics for a refresher then on to some fun sewing with the group.
Christmas Lunch
CSI - Club Services Ipswich
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Dec 06, 2020, 11:40 AM
CSI - Club Services Ipswich, 5 Lowry St, North Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Come join us for a fun lunch to celebrate this last weird year. This event is for the partners caring for an incapacitated veteran.
TOWNSVILLE. Veterans Health Week. Ceramic Tea Party
The Ceramic Pantry
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Oct 31, 2020, 11:00 AM
The Ceramic Pantry, 12-16 Fulham Rd, Pimlico QLD 4812, Australia
Veterans Health Week. Sponsored Event Socialise at the Ceramic Pantry with amazing people, good food, lots of fun and make something to take home.
Resin Cheese Board Class with High Cheese
61 Bambrook St
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Oct 25, 2020, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
61 Bambrook St, 61 Bambrook St, Taigum QLD 4018, Australia
Learn how to make an amazing resin cheeseboard whilst tasting some yummy cheeses with a glass of wine.
Veterans Health Week Social Inclusion Morning Tea with painting fun and resin art,
17 Willaroo Cl, Flinders View QLD 4305, Australia
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Oct 24, 2020, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
17 Willaroo Cl, Flinders View QLD 4305, Australia
Come and enjoy some fun with paint and resin whilst you taste an arrangement of yummy delicacies, various teas and coffee. Make a beautiful cheeseboard or piece for the wall. Everything supplied. Just wear old clothes.
Sip & Pour; Veterans Health Week Social Inclusion
105 Brisbane Rd
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Oct 22, 2020, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
105 Brisbane Rd, 105 Brisbane Rd, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
TWO TIME SLOTS. Veterans Health Week Social Event. Come for morning tea or supper and make a resin/timber platter to take home. It's all about getting back into socialising. This event is for Legacy widows, partners of incapacitated veterans and Legatees. Cost: $5 donation to Legacy
Morning Tea
Eileen Street
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Mar 24, 2020, 10:00 AM
Eileen Street, Eileen St, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
Come and catch up for a coffee or whatever and a chat. Maybe today we will go for lunch at a local pub or cafe. Children welcome Meeting at Legacy House Booval
Patchwork and Quilting Weekend
Eileen Street
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Mar 21, 2020, 9:30 AM – Mar 22, 2020, 3:30 PM
Eileen Street, Eileen St, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
CANCELLED. Sorry. Come along to help make quilts for Quilts of Valour. Fabric provided please bring your sewing machine and tools
Brisbane North Morning Tea @ Gather and Feast
Gather & Feast
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Mar 17, 2020, 10:00 AM
Gather & Feast, 7 James St, Caboolture QLD 4510, Australia
Come and join us for morning tea at the amazing, award winning Gather and Feast cafe in Caboolture.
THIS EVENT IS FULL . Sew Fun Pin cushion and scrap bin.
17 Willaroo Cl
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Mar 11, 2020, 10:00 AM
17 Willaroo Cl, 17 Willaroo Cl, Flinders View QLD 4305, Australia
Today we will make a pin cushion and scrap bin Bring your sewing, machine and lunch. Limited numbers. Event for partners.
Ipswich Catch Up
Eileen Street
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Mar 10, 2020, 10:00 AM
Eileen Street, Eileen St, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
Come along and join us at Legacy House for a cuppa and chat. Maybe even head for lunch afterwards. Kids welcome. Parking and entry from Eileen St.
Bali Partner Respite Retreat 2020
Rama Beach Resort
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Feb 15, 2020, 7:00 AM – Feb 25, 2020, 9:00 PM
Rama Beach Resort , Bali, Indonesia
A respite break for the partners of veterans and first responders with PTSD. This break away is not subsidised or run by OPPTSD. This is the platform to get the group together as well as get a good price for accommodation. Book your own airfare and stay the minimum of the advised dates.
Sew Fun Hot Bowl Holders
17 Willaroo Cl
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Jan 29, 2020, 10:00 AM
17 Willaroo Cl, 17 Willaroo Cl, Flinders View QLD 4305, Australia
Today we will make some microwave dish and bowl cosies Perfect for that hot bowl in front of the TV, and or Vegetable cooking bag. Bring your sewing, machine and lunch. Limited numbers. Event for partners.
Ipswich Catch Up (1)
Eileen Street
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Jan 28, 2020, 10:00 AM
Eileen Street, Eileen St, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
Come along and join us at Legacy House for a cuppa and chat. Maybe even head for lunch afterwards. Kids welcome. Parking and entry from Eileen St.
Sew Fun
17 Willaroo Cl
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Jan 15, 2020, 10:00 AM
17 Willaroo Cl, 17 Willaroo Cl, Flinders View QLD 4305, Australia
A day to catch up on UFP’s (un finished projects). We can help each other and have fun doing it. Bring your sewing, machine and lunch. Limited numbers. Event for partners.
Ipswich Catch Up
Eileen Street
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Jan 14, 2020, 10:00 AM
Eileen Street, Eileen St, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
Come along and join us at Legacy House for a cuppa and chat. Maybe even head for lunch afterwards. Kids welcome. Parking and entry from Eileen St.
Christmas Lunch
Cafe 63 Winston Glades
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Dec 17, 2019, 11:00 AM
Cafe 63 Winston Glades, Winston Glades Shopping Centre, 8/259 Ash St, Flinders View QLD 4305, Australia
Christmas Lunch bring a secret santa gift.
Xmas Catchup Brisbane North
Jaylianos Brookside
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Dec 07, 2019, 7:30 PM
Jaylianos Brookside, 107 Osborne Rd, Mitchelton QLD 4053, Australia
IF you live on the northside, come and take a break, join a group of carers of veterans with PTSD and get to know those that really do get it.
Sewing Legacy House
Brisbane Road
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Dec 04, 2019, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Brisbane Road, Brisbane Rd, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
Come along for a fun day of sewing. Make a table runner, start a quilt, finish a project you have already started. If you don’t have a machine let us know so we can organise one. Limited spaces available. Some project ideas and costs for them or materials required will be discussed before Wednesday
Last Coffee Catch Up At Legacy House for 2019
Brisbane Road
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Dec 03, 2019, 10:00 AM
Brisbane Road, Brisbane Rd, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
Coffee Tea Water whatever. It’s all about the chat anyway. Come along, bring something Christmasy to get into the spirit. At Legacy House Booval. Cnr Brisbane Rd and Eileen S
Tassie Lunch
Clarendon Arms Hotel
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Nov 24, 2019, 12:00 PM GMT+11
Clarendon Arms Hotel, 11 Russell St, Evandale TAS 7212, Australia
Get together with others that are caring for someone with PTSD , they get it.
Chicks at the flicks CharlesAngels
BCC Cinemas Maroochydore Sunshine Plaza
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Nov 13, 2019, 7:00 PM
BCC Cinemas Maroochydore Sunshine Plaza, Sunshine Plaza, Horton Parade, Maroochydore QLD 4558, Australia
Sunshine Coast Ladies ( and anyone that wants to travel ) take the night off and join other ladies at the Sunshine Plaza for this event. A movie This. Op PTSD Partners/ Carers attending this event will have their tickets subsidised by Op PTSD Support. Please book early to save disappointment
Canberra Meet Up
Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden
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Nov 02, 2019, 11:30 AM
Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna St, Woden ACT 2606, Australia
Come along and meet others living in the area and dealing with similar circumstances. Let’s build a great support network.
Sunday Brunch on Bribey @ Annie Lane Cafe
1 Toorbul St
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Oct 27, 2019, 10:30 AM
1 Toorbul St, 1 Toorbul St, Bongaree QLD 4507, Australia
Come and join us at the amazing Annie Lane cafe for coffee or lunch quick visit or stay for the conversation. Ladies only event.
Patchwork / Quilting Weekend Ipswich Make a Tuffet
Legacy Ipswich
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Oct 12, 2019, 10:00 AM – Oct 13, 2019, 2:00 PM
Legacy Ipswich, 105 Brisbane Rd, Booval QLD 4305, Australia
This event is now full. You can register for waitlist in case of cancellation. Come along and learn and laugh.
Coffee Catch Up Townsville
Oliver Brown - The Strand Townsville
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Sep 13, 2019, 9:20 AM
Oliver Brown - The Strand Townsville, 1/62 The Strand, North Ward QLD 4810, Australia
Come and join us for coffee, chat and laughter.
Sunshine Coast Catch Up Lunch
Mooloolah Valley Country Club
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Aug 29, 2019, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Mooloolah Valley Country Club, Club Mooloolah Valley Country, 129 Connection Rd, Glenview QLD 4553, Australia
Come and join us for just a coffee or stay and enjoy lunch and conversation with other partner/carers that really understand the roller coaster that PTSD is.
Meet Up Ipswich
Legacy
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Aug 27, 2019, 10:00 AM
Legacy, 105 Brisbane Rd, Booval QLD 4305, Australia
Join other partners caring for incapacitated veterans at Legacy house Booval for laughter, chat and coffee or tea, then if you want join us for lunch at a nearby venue. ( venue decided on day) Parking and entrance in. Eileen st
Indian Banquet (1)
Mefil Restaurant
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Jul 02, 2019, 10:00 AM
Mefil Restaurant , Darcy Doyle Pl, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Come join us for our craft morning at Legacy ( Brisbane Rd Booval) then follow up with an Banquet in Ipswich. Get out and have some laughs
Sunshine Coast Luncheon
Mooloolah Valley Country Club
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Jun 27, 2019, 11:30 AM
Mooloolah Valley Country Club, Connection Road, 129 Mooloolah Rd, Mooloolah Valley QLD 4553, Australia
Tea with a difference
Donna's House
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Jun 23, 2019, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Donna's House , 17 Willaroo Cl, Flinders View QLD 4305, Australia
Come join us for afternoon tea and maybe take the opportunity to have your tea leaves read. Fun, Good Company and who knows what you may learn.
High Tea Townsville
Jam Corner
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Jun 15, 2019, 9:30 AM
Jam Corner, 1 Palmer St, South Townsville QLD 4810, Australia
QLD RSL state branch are hosting.a High Tea at Jam Corner for Operation PTSD Support. This is event is for partners of veterans. Aimed at those caring for veterans with mental illness
Sunshine Coast Luncheon
Mooloolah Valley Country Club
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May 30, 2019, 11:30 AM
Mooloolah Valley Country Club, Connection Road, 129 Mooloolah Rd, Mooloolah Valley QLD 4553, Australia
Coffee and Chat Morning (2)
Legacy House
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May 07, 2019, 10:00 AM
Legacy House, Eileen St, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
Laura and Teraze from Brisbane Legacy will be joining us this morning, so if you are from Outside Ipswich and want some info on Legacy and how they can assist you, come join us. Leah from Ipswich Legacy is also always available.
Townsville Coffee Morning
Townsville RSL Club
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May 01, 2019, 10:20 AM
Townsville RSL Club, 139 Charters Towers Rd, Hyde Park QLD 4812, Australia
Come and have a laugh with us
Coffee and Chat Morning (1)
Legacy House
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Apr 23, 2019, 10:00 AM
Legacy House, Eileen St, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
We meet up for craft but usually end up doing no craft just enjoying time out in each others company.
Coffee and Chat Morning
Legacy House
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Apr 09, 2019, 10:00 AM
Legacy House, Eileen St, Booval QLD 4304, Australia
We meet up for craft but usually end up doing no craft just enjoying time out in each others company.
Charity Wills Day
Power Legal 42 Ellenborough St St Ipswic
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Apr 04, 2019, 9:00 AM
Power Legal 42 Ellenborough St St Ipswic
Get a professionally prepared will for $50
Sunshine Coast Luncheon (1)
Mooloolah Valley Country Club
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Mar 28, 2019, 11:30 AM
Mooloolah Valley Country Club, Connection Road, 129 Mooloolah Rd, Mooloolah Valley QLD 4553, Australia
Coffee and Chat
Porters Plainland Hotel
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Mar 26, 2019, 10:40 AM
Porters Plainland Hotel, 66 Laidley Plainland Rd, Plainland QLD 4341, Australia
Partners Lunch, Gather and Feast Caboolture
Gather & Feast
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Mar 20, 2019, 11:00 AM
Gather & Feast, 7 James St, Caboolture QLD 4510, Australia
Come and join us for an amazing coffee, meal or dessert at Gather And Feast in Caboolture.
An Evening at the Theatre for Ipswich Legacy
Ipswich Little Theatre
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Mar 13, 2019, 6:00 PM
Ipswich Little Theatre, 15 Burley Griffin Dr, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Make up , frock up, and turn up to have a great time.
Sunshine Coast Luncheon (1)
Mooloolah Valley Country Club
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Feb 28, 2019, 11:30 AM
Mooloolah Valley Country Club, Connection Road, 129 Mooloolah Rd, Mooloolah Valley QLD 4553, Australia
Sunshine Coast Luncheon
Mooloolah Valley Country Club
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Jan 31, 2019, 11:30 AM
Mooloolah Valley Country Club, Connection Road, 129 Mooloolah Rd, Mooloolah Valley QLD 4553, Australia
Brunch at Redlands RSL
Redlands RSL
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Jan 23, 2019, 11:00 AM
Redlands RSL, 8 Passage St, Cleveland QLD 4163, Australia
Come join us for some laughter and conversation. Stay for Coffee or hang around and have lunch.
Wolston House HIgh Tea
Wolston House
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Dec 18, 2018, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wolston House, 223 Grindle Rd, Wacol QLD 4076, Australia
RSL QLD State Branch and Operation PTSD Support, are hosting a high tea at Wolston House Wacol for partners of incapacitated veterans.
Partners Weekend Country Retreat
Talegalla Weir
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Sep 13, 2019, 3:00 PM – Sep 15, 2019, 4:00 PM
Talegalla Weir, Talegalla Weir QLD 4650, Australia
bring a swag or blow up mattress and join us for a get away weekend in Talegalla Weir ( near Maryborough) Come for the full weekend or just arrive for the Saturday night. Not an expensive weekend. Very basic.
toowoomba Flower Festival
Toowoomba City
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Sep 24, 2019, 10:30 AM
Toowoomba City, Toowoomba City QLD 4350, Australia
Lunch and flowers
Respite Retreat Rainbow Bay May 2020
St Georges Rest Home
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May 19, 2020, 4:30 PM – May 24, 2020, 9:10 AM
St Georges Rest Home, St Georges Rest Home, 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
A five day respite retreat to relax, learn, meet new friends, and have some fun with other partners that are caring for a veteran with PTSD. A maximum cost of $250 pp in shared accommodation or $450 in single accommodation. A non refundable deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single is required.
Introduction to pole
Gravity Fitness
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Jul 29, 2020, 10:20 AM – 12:00 PM
Gravity Fitness, 42 Belar St, Yamanto QLD 4305, Australia
Come along and have a laughter filled morning learning about pole dancing, try out some moves and generally have a great time. Morning tea is included. This is a subsidised event and payments are not refundable. Numbers strictly limited due to necessity to comply with Covid 19 rules.
Sydney Social Connections Lunch
Plough and Harrow
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Nov 01, 2020, 12:00 PM
Plough and Harrow, 75 Argyle St, Camden NSW 2570, Australia
Come and have lunch at the Plough and Harrow Camden or Zoom in to join