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Meet the Team: Mary Gregerson
22 June 2026
For people navigating some of life’s most complex challenges, having the right support can make all the difference. As a Specialist Support Coordinator, Mary Gregerson works alongside reci...
Meet Jason - From seeking support to giving it back.
18 May 2026
This National Volunteer Week, meet Jason. Jason first connected with selectability while seeking support for his mental health. Over time, he became involved with the BikeShed, a welcoming space wher...
WATCH: Recipient testimonial - Jordan's story
7 May 2026
Townsville artist Jordan has been with selectability for over a year. We recently sat down with him to talk about his journey. Jordan says the support he’s received over the years has helped him...
WATCH: Meet the team - Anna Tidy
30 March 2026
We recently sat down with Anna Tidy, our Senior Operations Analyst, to reflect on her 17-year journey with the organisation. From navigating periods of change and growth to quietly shaping the system...
Celebrating the festive season around the regions
18 December 2025
After an amazing year at selectability, recipients across a few of our regions have celebrated the festive season in style. From dazzling holiday parties to craft activities, here’s how some of ...
WATCH: Recipient testimonial from Emma in Townsville
13 November 2025
Townsville local, Emma has been part of the Townsville Community Information Centre team for the last three years and a selectability recipient for four months. With the help of selectability LSW, Kri...
Jackie Inwood named finalist for QCOSS Frontline Hero Award
10 November 2025
For eight years, Jackie Inwood has been committed to her role at selectability and most notably, a reassuring a face at the Townsville Mental Health H...
Meet the team: Wadda Mooli, the crisis support space
15 September 2025
For the last 3 years, the Wadda Mooli crisis support space has provided a safe and welcoming environment for people experiencing emotional distress or suicidal crisis, through a partnership between se...
Townsville Clubhouse showcases proven approach to overcoming loneliness
31 July 2025
On Monday selectability Townsville Clubhouse members and employees opened the doors to the public to showcase the program's proven approach to creating connections, fostering a sense of belonging &hel...
"You'll find that it's the right place for you." Meet the team: Tracey Wells
28 July 2025
For Townsville team leader Tracey Wells, working at Clubhouse is about so much more than just running programs. It’s about creating connection, building confidence and giving every r...
Townsville Mental Health Hub - finding connection one edition at a time
24 July 2025
The Townsville Mental Health Hub is becoming widely recognised as a space where creativity and community come together to support mental wellbeing, and recipients want people to know about! From...
Meet Chanelle – helping recipients access the NDIS
16 June 2025
For Townsville service navigator, Chanelle, helping individuals to understand and access the NDIS is more than just a job, it’s a passion grounded in community and person-centred support. ...
Pedaling forward: Jason's story
16 January 2025
It’s a typical Tuesday morning at Townsville’s Bikeshed and volunteer Jason is setting up for the day’s group activities and coordinating bike repairs. He makes his way past the bike...
Townsville BikeShed reopens ... offering more than just bikes
28 November 2024
selectability's Townsville BikeShed is back and better than ever! selectability has officially reopened its doors with exciting new additions aimed at helping locals connect, learn new skil...
VIDEO Building rountines - Mitchell's story
23 May 2024
In recognition of Schizophrenia Awareness Week, and the theme ‘It’s time to do better,’ selectability aims to challenge harmful stereotypes and highlight the goals reached by our con...
Kathryn Konidis, Townsville's community development manager, chats about NDIS support
17 June 2026
Kathryn Konidis, Community Development Manager for selectability in Townsville, chats with Wolfie from Triple T FM about NDIS services and supports, open days and upcoming community events. List...
Mackay and Townsville consumer donations fund better Clubhouse experience
28 March 2024
Empowering individuals to take control of their own recovery is fundamental to selectability's clubhouse program, and members in Townsville and Mackay have embraced this principle by reinvesting donat...
Meet the team: Jackie Inwood
12 February 2024
Meet Jackie, she is approaching her 7th year at selectability, working as a program coordinator in the Townsville region. In addition to overseeing operations at the popular Mental Health Hub in the T...
Beyond the brush: Shane's story
8 February 2024
It is a common sight, a regular weekday in the busy heart of Townsville, and the local Mental Health Hub bustles, providing a safe, welcoming space for consumers to join a range of activities suited t...
Townsville University Hospital crisis support service is open over the festive season
14 December 2023
The festive season can be a challenging time for many people, and with some services closing over the holiday break, finding support can be a challenge. The team at Townsville’s Wadda Mooli - Th...
Finding your passion – Tamara’s story
16 November 2023
With a diverse range of services that selectability provides across regional Queensland, the importance of skilled workers in one of Australia’s fastest growing sectors cannot be overstated. For...
Meet the team: Ashlie McDowall
13 November 2023
Meet Ashlie! She is coming up to her third year at selectability, working as an administration officer for the Carer Gateway program. The Townsville local is as motivated as she is passionate, diligen...
R U OK? DAY
14 September 2023
R U OK? | You don’t need to be an expert to have an R U OK? conversation. Listening and giving someone your time might be just what they need to help them through. Life serves up challenges that...
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...
Townsville crisis support service open over the festive season
22 December 2022
Access mental health support over the festive season can be challenging, with many services closing over Christmas and New Year, however, there is a new space Townsville filling this gap. 'Wadda Mooli...
selectability BikeShed benefits from Grill’d Local Matters campaign
10 November 2022
Young people attending selectability’s Youth BikeShed program in Townsville will have access to healthy after-school snacks thanks to a generous cash donation from Grill’d on Palmer St. &n...
Meet the team: Seamus Keane
24 October 2022
Meet Seamus selectability Townsville’s Program Coordinator. Seamus started with selectability as a Lifestyle Support Worker (LSW) in December 2021 and found his passion making a difference in th...
World Suicide Prevention Day: Cat shares story, encourages others to seek help
9 September 2022
While suicide can be a hard topic to talk about this World Suicide Prevention Day selectability is encouraging those with lived experience to speak up and share their story to reduce stigma and encour...
Meet the team: Bryn Hicks
5 September 2022
Meet Bryn, selectability Townsville’s new Suicide Prevention Coordinator. He is responsible for delivering the organisation’s suicide prevention activities. He works closely with the Towns...
Regular support helps David's recovery stay on track
2 September 2022
You might recognise David from recent media coverage, where he addressed the issue of employee shortages in the disability sector leading to poor outcomes for consumers. Having faced adversity in the...
selectability excited to welcome new safe space for those in crisis at Townsville University Hospital
28 July 2022
selectability is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Townsville University Hospital to ensure community members seeking support in times of emotional distress and crisis have a welcoming (non-...
selectability Corner ... officially open!
28 June 2022
Queensland Mental Health Commissioner, Ivan Frkovic, today officially opened our new mental health hub 'selectability Corner' at an event attended by more than 150 people. The community-managed hub pr...
Connecting with Hope: Inspire Clubhouse & Mental Health Hub art exhibition
12 May 2022
In the lead up to this year’s Schizophrenia Awareness Week selectability’s Inspire Clubhouse and Mental Health Hub consumers are inviting the Townsville community to learn more about the d...
Nathan's story: from consumer to volunteer
25 March 2022
Not that long ago, Nathan’s friends described him as a shy and reserved person – he often referred to himself as “stuck in his shell” – but meet Nathan today and you woul...
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