Join the Gold Coast Local Peer Support Group hosted by the Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN), the executive peak body for people with an intellectual disability living in the Gold Coast region. The group offers a unique space for mutual support, empowerment, and advocacy.

Group Convenors Rob and Lucas host monthly meetings at Gold Coast, providing a welcoming environment where members with an intellectual disability can connect, share experiences, and discuss matters impacting their lives.
The group also have regular social events like catching up over lunch or dinner.

Meeting Details:

  • Date: First Friday of each month
  • Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Location: Southport Community Centre, 6 Lawson St, Southport, QLD 4215

Note: Some light snacks and beverages will be provided.

No RSVP needed. For questions or special accommodations, contact us at

07 3252 8566 / 1300 363 783 or email peersupport@qdn.org.au

We look forward to seeing you. Please share this information with anyone who might benefit from our supportive community.

Rob Ellis head shot picture.

A man and a lady standing in front of a light brick wall, smiling. The man has his arms crossed with one hand pointing towards the lady.

Introducing Rob Ellis, the Gold Coast Hot Topics Peer Support Group group convenor.

"Come and check it out and be yourself. Everyone is welcome!" Rob Ellis

Watch the Gold Coast Hot Topics Digital story

The Peer Support Hot Topics group talk about the importance of being prepared for a disaster and the work they did around the Person-Centered Emergency Preparedness.

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Two men having a drink. The man on the left is in a wheel chair and wearing a blue and orange shirt and the man on the right is wearing a black and green branded shirt. They are in a bar lunge with a table in front of them and are both laughing.

“It is so important to really listen to people’s stories, so they feel like they have a voice and are being heard.”

Robert Ellis, Gold Coast Hot Topics.

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