News & Updates
Connections4Women: A Groundbreaking Social Initiative for Autistic Women
Expressions of interest have opened for an exciting new project shortly to commence in Queensland that aims to address barriers and build meaningful, lasting social connections for autistic women.
Queensland Disability Reforms Community Forums
Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN) have scheduled a series of community forums about the Queensland Disability Stakeholder Engagement and Co-Design Strategy was released in late 2024.
More Support for Young Children and Families as PlayConnect+ Secures Federal Funding Extension
PlayConnect+, a vital program supporting young children and their families, has received a funding extension from the Australian Government until mid-2027.
AQ Welcomes the National Autism Strategy and First Action Plan
We are delighted to see the Australian Government's release of the National Autism Strategy 2025 -2031 and the First Action Plan 2025-26, a pivotal step forward for Autistic Australians.
Congratulations to our 2024 Recognition Awards Winners
Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, Governor of Queensland and Professor Graeme Nimmo RFD hosted the 2024 Autism Queensland Recognition Awards ceremony at Government House on Tuesday 3 December. Meet our winners and special commendation recipients.
Autism Queensland Announces Appointment of New CEO
Autism Queensland is pleased to announce the appointment of Frances Scodellaro as its new Chief Executive Officer.
AQ Gold Coast now at Ashmore
As we continue to enhance our services, our GC site (previously at Carrara) is now located in Ashmore!
Early Childhood Intervention – Service Update
Autism Queensland has recently completed a significant review of our early childhood services including a name change to EarlyAQtion Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Services.
APAC 2025 – Early Bird Registration now open
Don't miss your chance to be part of the Asia Pacific Autism Conference 2025. Early bird registrations are now available.