Published on: 15th July 2025
Welcome to the Deaf Herald
June 2025
In this edition, we’ve got an exciting update from the Australian Disability Network’s Impact 2025 event!
You’ll find new information about Auslan intensive classes, along with some great highlights for Deafblind awareness week.
Plus, we spotlight one of our wonderful Support Workers, while also taking a look back at the Brisbane MOBO community launch.
And if you’re looking to get involved, we’ve got details on a Deaf Rugby event happening in the Gold Coast very soon!
Come network with us in August at the Deaf Ecosystem Summit!
Watch Brent Phillips (Deaf Connect) and Todd Wright (Convo Australia) reflect on the ADN Conference and invite you to connect at the
Deaf Ecosystem Summit in August 2025.
Changes to In-Home Support on 1 November 2025
Changes are coming to Aged Care in Australia. They will now happen from 1 November 2025.
Auslan Intensive Classes are in July 2025
Kickstart your learning and immerse yourself in Auslan across four days.
Mobo Launch Highlights
In early May, Deaf Connect celebrated the grand opening of our new Deaf-friendly Brisbane office at MOBO, South Bank!
This year, Deafblind Awareness Week runs from June 22-28
We recently interviewed Steven Hellier from South Australia about his experience as a Deafblind person and a Deaf Connect Support Work participant. Learn about his experience below!
Meet David Collum | Deaf Connect Support Worker
David has seen firsthand how support workers can make a positive impact and help participants achieve their goals.
Australian Deaf Rugby
Deaf Connect is excited to support the upcoming Men’s and Women’s Deaf Rugby tournaments through our Grants and Sponsorships Program. Join the Gold Coast teams for an exciting day of sport and community spirit!
