Deaf Connect

1 week to go!

It’s almost time!

Deaf Festival Sydney is just one week away, we’re counting down to a day full of connection, performances and community spirit.

📅 29 August 2026
📍 Cathy Freeman Park, Sydney Olympic Park

👉 Finalise your plans + get your ticket: https://deaffestivalsyd.org.au/

Join our FREE 2-day course at Deaf Connect Parramatta, designed for Deaf adults in NSW!

Limited spots available - contact us to enrol now:

📧 [email protected]
📱SMS 0447 370 941

Learn more: https://deafconnect.org.au/course/nsw-courses-for-deaf-adults

2 weeks to go! 🔥

We’re nearly there!

Get ready to come together and celebrate community, culture and connection at Deaf Festival Sydney.

Bring your friends, family and colleagues, everyone is welcome.

📅 29 August 2026
📍 Cathy Freeman Park, Sydney Olympic Park

👉 Remember, you must register to attend. Secure your free ticket: https://deaffestivalsyd.org.au/

Get ready to explore the world through your senses! Catch the premiere of Sensational Senses, a new Play School series featuring Auslan translations and available on ABC Kids and ABC iView.

From sight and sound to touch, taste and balance, children will discover new ways to learn about the world around them through fun, engaging activities that celebrate curiosity, communication and inclusion.

📅 Premiere: Monday 17 August, 9am on ABC Kids
📱 Stream free on ABC iView after the premiere

And keep an eye out for some familiar Deaf Connect faces in Episode 2! 👋

Don't miss this wonderful celebration of learning, inclusion and communication. All episodes will become available on ABC iview after the first broadcast.

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Join our team! 👋

We're looking for Speech Language Pathologists to join our Therapy and Family Services team in Townsville!

As part of our speech pathology team, you will be supporting Deaf and hard of hearing people to build communication, independence, and confidence.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

🌟Deliver therapy in clinic, community, schools and via telepractice to infant, child and adult clients
🌟 Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team
🌟 Contribute to a growing and impactful therapy service

This is a full-time, permanent position based out of our Deaf Connect Townsville office.

Head to our website to learn more and apply today: https://deafconnect.elmotalent.com.au/controlpanel/recruitment/careers/view-job/136)

The August edition of the Deaf Herald has arrived! Explore the latest community news, upcoming events, and updates.

This issue is packed with exciting stories and insights you won’t want to miss!

Sign up here to stay up to date: https://deafconnect.org.au/news-events-overview/deaf-herald

Auslan Storytime in Cairns - August 2026 session! 📖💫

Deaf Connect partners with libraries across Australia to deliver Auslan Storytime during the school term!

These storytime sessions offer interactive storytelling sessions led by a Deaf presenter in their primary language, serving as a positive role model for young Deaf and hard of hearing children.

Find out more at deafconnect.org.au. We hope to see you there!🙌

Reminder that tomorrow is Census Day.

If you use Auslan at home, make sure you're represented in the Australian Census this year in Question 21.

For more information visit our website: https://deafconnect.org.au/australian-census