curriculum
Inspirational basketball star holds court at Carinity school
A man who overcame poverty to play professional sport and become an internationally renowned speaker has inspired Rockhampton school students who are also achieving despite…
New community hair salon creating a buzz
An exciting new social enterprise which deals with the ‘hair necessities’ is now open at the Carinity Fassifern Community Centre in Boonah. Express Yourself Hair…
Counsellors address domestic violence spike during pandemic
The pressures of COVID-19 have led to a rise in incidents of violence against women and children. Carinity’s counselling services have witnessed an increase in…
Glendyne students back on track
Three years ago, a team from Carinity Education Glendyne were the first students from the small Hervey Bay school to participate in the popular Queensland…
Debbie called to support prisoners for two decades
Debbie Glasson never felt daunted visiting correctional centres as a prison chaplain. She was just thrilled to be a “willing vessel” through which prisoners could…
From homeless youth to university graduate
“We know that you will continue to move forward and we know that you have the determination to make things happen for yourself.” These were…
Family inspires aged care careers with Carinity
They work in vastly different roles but for Carinity Aged Care team members Danielle Jenkins, Jenni Smith, Shareen Miller, Jomon Thomas and Larissa Gear the…
New aged care community welcomes first resident
Carinity has welcomed the first resident into its new $32-million aged care community in Highfields. Clare Bothmann, a 98-year-old former dairy farmer, is the first…
Giving thanks for our aged care heroes
More than 360,000 aged care staff support 1.3 million older Australians receiving home care or residential care services. This includes nurses and care workers, allied health…
Carinity strengthening ties with Caboolture community
A strong history of collaboration between Baptist organisations in the Caboolture district is continuing. The ties between Carinity and Caboolture Baptist Church have been strengthened…
Carinity nurse a finalist for prestigious industry award
A Hervey Bay nurse’s dedication to caring for seniors in her community could see her win a major industry award. Samantha Brady, who works for…
Amber given green light to succeed
Before she first came to the Carinity Our House disability support centre in Toogoolawah five years ago, Amber Bennett was shy and withdrawn. “I was…