News & Updates

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.

PlayConnect+, a vital program supporting young children and their families, has received a funding extension from the Australian Government until mid-2027.

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. 

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 is pleased to announce the appointment of Frances Scodellaro as its new Chief Executive Officer.

As we continue to enhance our services, our GC site (previously at Carrara) is now located in Ashmore!

Autism Queensland has recently completed a significant review of our early childhood services including a name change to EarlyAQtion Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Services.

1 in 20 autistic children are not attending school. Make a donation today to AQ's new Scholarship Fund and you can directly help make specialised education accessible for children like 12-year-old Ryan, whose story highlights the lifechanging impact of an AQ School education.

The three independent school campuses will open in January 2025 and will fill a long-standing gap in specialist educational support for autistic children and their families.