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Meet the Team: Paula Davis
8 June 2026
For Paula, meaningful support begins with something simple but powerful: helping people feel safe enough to grow. Working as a lifestyle support worker and youth worker in Charters Towers, Paula...
WATCH: Recipient Chloe's story 18 months on
23 April 2026
When Chloe first shared her story on video with us 18 months ago, she spoke honestly about her journey and hopes for the future. In the below video, we revisit her story and see how she is continuing...
WATCH: Amanda's story - Charters Towers
2 April 2026
Since connecting with selectability, Amanda has enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere of the Charters Towers Clubhouse, the friendships, and having a place where she can feel comfortable, supported, and ...
“The support has always been there”
20 March 2026
Long-term support can be life changing. Not all at once, but over time, through consistency, trust and the right people showing up when it matters most.For Charters Towers recipient S...
WATCH: Meet the team - Shaunte Burton
9 February 2026
Shaunte plays a key role in supporting her team, strengthening community connections and ensuring recipients and visitors feel welcomed and comfortable. She focuses on creating a positive and inclus...
Meet the team: Ange Nicolson
17 November 2025
selectability Charters Towers has welcomed a new regional coordinator, and for Ange Nicolson, the role feels less like a new beginning and more like a meaningful return home. Born in Charter...
WATCH: Recipient testimonial from David in Charters Towers
13 March 2025
David tells his personal story about how addiction made him lose his sense of community. This left him feeling isolated and struggling. However, after finding support at the mental health hub in Chart...
Ange Nicolson, Charters Towers' regional coordinator, chats about upcoming events
21 May 2026
Ange Nicolson, selectability Charters Towers' regional coordinator, chats to Wolfie from The Bull FM about upcoming community events and what local services and supports are available. List...
Meet the team: Kerrilyn Bryant
8 April 2024
It’s Queensland Youth Week, so in recognition of this selectability will be showcasing the talents and achievements of young people in our community. Today we are celebrating a selectability emp...
Meet the team: Lisa Ridley
27 November 2023
Meet Lisa! She has been working for selectability for the last 18 months, and recently took on the role of regional coordinator – Charters Towers. A Charters Towers local for the last 28 years, ...
Charters Towers Mental Health Hub Opening - 1 November 2023
3 November 2023
CHARTERS TOWERS | 1 November 2023, we officially opened our Charters Towers Mental Health Hub at 172 Gill Street. Thank you to everyone in the community who attended the opening. Special mention t...
Wellbeing Wednesday | Suicidal warning signs and coping strategies
6 September 2023
Wellbeing Wednesday | Suicide: warning signs and coping strategies Some suicides occur without any obvious warning, but usually there are signs. It’s important to understand what the warning sig...
Women's Health Week 2023
4 September 2023
Women's Health Week 2023 The theme for this year's Women's Health Week is Grow Your Knowledge. It's all about supporting women to make informed decisions about their health with information...
Wellbeing Wednesday - panic attacks
30 August 2023
WELLBEING WEDNESDAY | panic attacks Panic attacks begin all of a sudden without giving any warning. They can strike at any time and may have occasional or frequent attacks. Here are some self-help res...
Wellbeing Wednesday | Tips on what to say to someone feeling suicidal
13 September 2023
Wellbeing Wednesday | What to say to someone feeling suicidal You don’t need to be a doctor or psychologist to check-in with someone you’re worried about. If a person you know seems to be ...
Wellbeing Wednesday | Suicidal warnings and coping strategies
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Wellbeing Wednesday | Suicidal warning signs and coping strategies Some suicides occur without any obvious warning, but usually there are warning signs. It’s important to understand what th...
Wellbeing Wednesday - Challenging negative thoughts
15 August 2023
WELLBEING WEDNESDAY | Negative thoughts Negative thoughts can contribute to problems such as social anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. The key to changing your negative thoughts is...
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