Free NDIS information sessions in Ipswich and Logan
If you live in or around Ipswich or Logan and have questions about the recent changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), come along to a free information session […]
CoAct is hiring a Clinical Lead to help build a psychology service from the ground up
We’re currently recruiting for a Clinical Lead – Psychology to join Nurah, our allied health service, and the ad is live on Seek. Most psychology leadership roles ask you to […]
Change of Auditor – Job Futures Ltd (trading as CoAct)
Company members are advised that on 30 July 2026 ASIC gave consent for PKF Brisbane Audit (ABN 33 873 151 348) to resign as the auditor of the company. That […]
Introducing Nurah: Psychology, Counselling & Behaviour Support
If you’ve worked with CoAct, you know we believe in person-centred support, the kind that meets you where you are and respects what matters to you. We’re excited to tell you […]
NAIDOC Week 2026: Sometimes the best opportunities start with a simple conversation
Eboni from CoAct Connect + Five Bridges took the initiative to reach out to Queensland Corrective Services (QCS), not to fill a vacancy, but to explore something bigger. She wanted […]
Strong. Proud. Deadly. Celebrating 50 years of NAIDOC.
NAIDOC Week 2026 | 5 – 12 July This week, Australia celebrates NAIDOC Week, a time to honour the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. […]
Why staying committed to inclusion is always worth it
During the month of July, Disability Pride Month, it is worth reflecting on what genuine, lasting commitment to inclusion actually looks like, and why it matters so much when organisations […]
Seeing the whole person: supporting LGBTQIA+ employees who also live with disability
During the month of July, Disability Pride Month, we celebrate identity in all its richness and complexity. And for many Australians, that complexity means navigating more than one aspect of […]
Every person deserves to feel safe at work, here is how we make that happen
During the month of July, Disability Pride Month, we celebrate the strength, diversity and identity of people LGBTQIA+ people living with a disability. It is also a moment to ask […]
Building workplaces where LGBTQIA+ people with a disability are protected and supported
During the month of July, Disability Pride Month, we want to talk about something that goes hand in hand with celebration: protection. Feeling proud of who you are matters. But […]
Five things employers can do right now to make LGBTQIA+ employees feel welcome
During the month of July, Disability Pride Month, we want to focus on action. Because while the data on LGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion, including those living with a disability, it is […]
Belonging at work, what the research tells us and what we can do about it
During the month of July, Disability Pride Month, we want to talk about belonging. Not just in a general sense, but what it actually feels like to belong at work, […]
Not about perfection, it’s about direction: Bradford’s story
Meet Bradford Feo, Recruitment Partner at CoAct Connect + BUSY At Work. Bradford works at the intersection of job seekers, employers and employment consultants building trust on all sides and […]
Building something strong from the ground up: Jenna’s story
Meet Jenna Morrish, General Manager of Disability Employment and Training at IMPACT Community Services and one of the driving forces behind IMPACT’s work in the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) space. […]
From participant to senior mentor: Liam’s journey
Meet Liam Hill, Senior Mentor at CoAct Connect + BUSY At Work and the 2026 winner of CoAct’s Steve Lawrence Employment Consultant of the Year Award. Liam works with jobseekers […]
NDIS Support Coordination Q&A with Camille
We asked Camille, one of our Sydney-based NDIS Support Coordinators, a few questions so you can get to know her before you reach out. You came to support coordination from a nursing background, how does […]
NDIS Support Coordination Q&A with Isabella
We asked Isabella, one of our Brisbane-based NDIS Support Coordinators, a few questions so you can get to know her before you reach out. What do you wish more NDIS participants knew […]
Championing specialist support for regional Queensland and beyond
Meet Matt Tribodo, Employment Services Leader – Central Queensland at CoAct Connect + MS Queensland. Matt was named winner of the Leadership Excellence Award at CoAct’s 2026 ConnectUp Awards. We sat down with him to find out more about why the boy […]
Digital accessibility 101: Creating inclusive spaces for all
At CoAct, we’re committed to ensuring the digital experience we deliver is fair, usable and dignified for all. In celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we’re running through the basics […]
From backyard haircuts to scholarships and startups: A chat with Mo, CoAct Youth Ambassador
Mo Alizadeh is a young Logan-based entrepreneur and community builder working across grooming, fashion, tech and social enterprise. He launched his first venture, LocalBlendz, at 15 and has since founded […]
Meet Jasmine: backing yourself, finding your people, and turning passion into a pathway
Jasmine Watson is a facilitator at the Australian School of Entrepreneurship (ASE), where she connects, empowers and inspires participants through interactive learning, community engagement and personal development activities that foster […]
Helping people get more from their NDIS plans: CoAct launches Support Coordination service
From 20 April 2026, CoAct is expanding the way it supports people and communities, with the launch of its new Support Coordination service. This new offering is designed to help […]
Celebrating our ConnectUp 2026 award finalists and winners
Earlier this month, CoAct’s national network of service partners gathered at our annual ConnectUp conference. It was a fabulous two days on the Sunshine Coast, where we did what CoAct does […]
CoAct recognised as a Disability Confident Recruiter
We are proud to share that CoAct has been acknowledged as a Disability Confident Recruiter (DCR) by the Australian Disability Network. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a […]
Holiday closure information 2025 – 2026
As we wrap up 2025, we wanted to take this time to wish you a safe and joyous holiday season. Our sites will be closed from 12:30 PM local time […]
New Campus tools to help you get job ready and find work faster
Campus just got even better! We’ve added two new online tools designed to make your job search and preparation easier and more effective. 1. My Learning Explore a growing library […]
Important: Download your Campus documents before 1 November
As part of the national transition from Disability Employment Services (DES) to Inclusive Employment Australia on 1 November 2025, some job seekers will no longer continue with CoAct. If this […]
Inclusive Employment Australia: Job seekers and employers to benefit from new disability employment program
We’re proud to announce that CoAct, as a leading not-for-profit employment services provider, has been selected to deliver the Australian Government’s new disability employment program, Inclusive Employment Australia, through its […]
Local partnership wins national disability employment award
CoAct/BUSY Ability and ICS Service Solutions have been awarded the Erin Carey Employer Partnership Award, presented at the 2025 Disability Employment Australia Gala Evening on the Gold Coast last night. […]
DES to be replaced by Inclusive Employment Australia November 1st 2025
At CoAct, we’re here to support you every step of the way. We want to make sure you’re informed and prepared for an important upcoming change to Disability Employment Services […]
Beyond Bruises: Understanding the many forms of domestic violence
Domestic violence is a deeply complex issue that extends far beyond physical harm. While it may be commonly associated with visible injuries, the reality is that domestic violence can take […]
Kickstart your new year in 2025: Win a job search starter pack
Are you ready to jumpstart your job search in 2025? We’re here to help you get started with our exciting ‘New Year New Gear Job Search Starter Pack’ competition! What’s […]
Our impact snapshot
It’s been a huge year for the CoAct network, where continued economic challenges made our work even more vital. Our national not-for-profit network is dedicated to helping people reach their […]
Yeppoon’s Charissa List wins NESA Employment Consultant of the Year
CoAct and Community Solutions are delighted to announce that Charissa List, an Employment Specialist based in Yeppoon, Queensland, has been named Employment Consultant of the Year at the 2024 National […]
Talking disability, leadership and inclusive futures with CoAct’s Board Director Christalyne Look
As someone with a physical disability, Christalyne Look has always had to fight against misconceptions and assumptions in leadership spaces. And through her career, she’s worked to smash through these […]
Celebrating CoAct’s NESA Employment Consultant of the Year finalists
We’re excited to announce that CoAct and frontline staff from our amazing service partners have been named as all three finalists in the Employment Consultant of the Year category for […]
CoAct recognised as a Diversity Council Australia 2024-2025 Inclusive Employer
MEDIA RELEASE, Monday, 18 November 2024 CoAct is proud to announce it has been named on Diversity Council Australia (DCA)’s annual list of Inclusive Employers for 2024-2025. This acknowledgement highlights […]
CoAct Recognised as a 2024 Employer of Choice
MEDIA RELEASE, 26 September 2024. CoAct is proud to be recognised as a three-time winner of the Employer of Choice Award, a prestigious accolade from the Australian Business Awards. The award […]
Our Customer Advisory Committee has launched
CoAct is thrilled to launch our Customer Advisory Committee (CAC). Our first meeting was held recently with five of our advisory members in attendance. The CAC will enhance the CoAct […]
CoAct and BUSY At Work welcome a new era in Australian Apprenticeship Support Services
MEDIA RELEASE – 23 April, 2024 With a focus on retention and completion for Australian Apprentices, the Federal Government launched the new contract for Australian Apprenticeship Support Services today. Australian […]
International Women’s Day: Invest in YOU
March 8 is International Women’s day and the theme for 2024 is Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress. International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8, with […]
Strength in Commitment A 25th anniversary publication
We’re celebrating CoAct’s 25 years of supporting communities and changing lives. Take a trip down memory lane as we look back on a quarter of a decade as a network […]
Our impact: read our latest report
CoAct is thrilled to launch our latest impact report, where we reflect on our network’s 26th year of community activation. CoAct and our network of not-for-profit partners are dedicated to […]
Service partner spotlight: Youth Projects employment consultant Amanda Baker
Amanda received the Highly Commended award for Employment Consultant of the Year at the NESA awards for excellence. The National Employment Services Association (NESA) has been the peak body for […]
CoAct becomes a bronze member of The Australian Network on Disability
CoAct, a leading Inclusive Employment Australia provider, is proud to announce its new membership status with the Australian Network on Disability, solidifying its commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse […]
Recite Me Tool – Digital Accessibility on CoAct.org.au
Recite Me Web Accessibility and Language Toolbar Recite Me is innovative cloud-based software that lets visitors view and use our website in a way that works best for them. We’ve […]
Meet the Inclusive Employment Australia Team at CoAct Connect Stones Corner
“This will be CoAct’s first DES (now Inclusive Employment Australia – IEA) direct delivery site and it will run alongside our Workforce Australia Program, also located at Stones Corner. This […]
Ability Options Strengthens Partnership with CoAct Network
This strengthened collaboration kicks off on the 19th of August, and will serve Greater Western Sydney, Northern Sydney, the Hunter, and Nepean NSW regions. This partnership underscores the mutual commitment […]
National Reconciliation Week 27 May – 3 June 2023
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023 is Be a Voice for Generations and the aim is to encourage us all to be an authentic voice for reconciliation when we’re […]
Today is National Sorry Day
On this day CoAct remembers and acknowledges the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families and communities. Those we now know as […]
What does the 2023 Budget mean for job seekers?
Everyone on Jobseeker The JobSeeker rate will undergo a permanent rise for all beneficiaries, by $40 per fortnight. Aged 55- 59 years An increased rate of JobSeeker for older citizens, […]
Close The Gap: Let’s advocate for equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
What is Closing the gap? The Australian government adopted the goals of the Close the Gap Campaign in 2008, with a focus on meeting targets aimed to close the gap […]
International Day of People with Disability 2022
Join CoAct in celebrating International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) on Saturday 3rd December 2022. IDPwD aims to increase awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability. It’s a […]
Change the Story: Nationwide storytelling project
Change the Story is a Nationwide storytelling project that has been running since 2018. The goal of Change the Story has been to help shift the thinking of individuals, employers, and […]
CoAct Connect delivers tailored employment services in Brisbane South East
If you’re living in Brisbane South East, looking for work and on income support, you just got lucky. From Monday 4 July, CoAct Connect will be delivering Workforce Australia employment […]
CoAct 2022 Excellence Award winners announced
We’re thrilled to announce the winners of CoAct’s 2022 Excellence Awards, awarded at CoAct’s 25th anniversary Gala Evening in Brisbane. The event coincided with the annual ConnectUp conference, which embraced […]
CoAct’s unique collaboration wins new Workforce Australia contracts
CoAct has proven their unique approach to helping jobseekers is a winner. The leading not-for-profit provider has been awarded multiple licences to deliver the Australian Government’s new Workforce Australia program. […]
CoAct proudly launches its Reconciliation Action Plan
Stage one – Reflect Honouring Indigenous culture through art Putting words into actions Our Reconciliation Action Plan starts with the ‘Reflect’ stage. This represents the beginning of our journey and […]
Seeing Australia Day through Indigenous eyes
Australia Day is also referred to as ‘Invasion Day’ or ‘Survival Day’ particularly by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. This is because it ‘celebrates’ a painful part of Aboriginal […]
National Mental Health Month kicks off
Why is Mental Health Month important? Statistics you should know Supporting jobseekers and their mental health Where to get help Why is Mental Health Month important? This year’s Mental […]
It’s time to Heal Country, heal our nation
At CoAct, we recognise our responsibility to contribute to Healing Country. It’s important to us because it ties back to our organisation’s original ethos around providing social and economic opportunities […]
Our promise to you
You told us what’s important to you, and we listened. We’re excited to launch our new customer promise. This sums up our network’s commitment to customers. It’s our rule book […]
You may not be eligible for Disability Employment Services from 1 July 2021
The Government has announced changes to Disability Employment Services (DES). From the beginning of the new financial year (1 July 2021), fewer jobseekers will be eligible for DES. If you […]
Federal budget 2021 breakdown: what you need to know
Investing in young people Employer incentives Access to affordable training Apprenticeship opportunities The care industry Starting a new business Jobseeker payments Hiring those most in need Childcare support Mental health […]
Changes to Centrelink’s COVID-19 support payments
There’s been a number of changes to job seeker payments and initiatives since COVID-19 hit early last year. Now, the last of these changes are wrapping up in March/April. Here’s […]
Connecting to Aboriginal culture through art
Deeann Natividad’s family ancestry lies with the Waka Waka peoples, whose traditional lands are in Queensland. She’s a Regional Strategy Specialist for jobactive and talented artist. In this post she […]
How Bridge to Work is changing lives for Bridge Housing residents
Bridge to Work is going from strength to strength by providing Bridge Housing residents with the necessary support to help them transition into sustained, meaningful employment. Part of the success […]
CoAct Award winners deliver a moving panel discussion at annual ConnectUp conference
The Steve Lawrence Excellence Awards represent the motivators and ideas that Steve Lawrence founded CoAct (formerly known as Job Futures) on over 20 years ago – that when we build […]
CoAct named an ‘Employer of Choice’ winner 2019
CoAct has been recognised as an Employer of Choice (EOC) in The Australian Business Awards 2019. The EOC accolade recognises organisations which have developed workplaces that maximise the full potential […]
Dylan Alcott’s new campaign to remove the barriers in the workplace
As a proud not-for-profit Disability Employment Services (DES) provider, CoAct and our Service Partners are in full support of Alcott’s impactful new Remove The Barrier campaign. Real people with […]
Change the Story: Wrapping up our huge disability employment campaign
When CoAct and our Service Partners launched our nationwide storytelling project, Change the Story, we knew it would be special, but we truly didn’t estimate the reach or impact it […]
Change the Story Competition Winner Announced!
We are pleased to announce the winner of our Change the Story competition, Caelan from the ACT! We asked viewers to tell us in 25 words or less, what […]
Impact through innovation at ConnectUp 2019
ConnectUp has successfully wrapped up for another year and let’s just say it was one you didn’t want to miss! Last week. CoAct hosted over 100 delegates and […]
CoAct 2019 Awards for Excellence Winners Announced
We are thrilled to announce the winners of CoAct’s 2019 Excellence Awards, awarded at CoAct’s 21st anniversary celebration Gala Evening in Brisbane. The event coincided with the annual ConnectUp conference […]
Nationwide storytelling project Change the Story launches
Lights, camera, action! CoAct and our Service Partners are excited to launch our online film festival and free cinema events as part of a new nationwide storytelling project, Change the […]
The Can Vans are back!
Following on the success of last year, our travelling jobs roadshow is back on the road. We are on a mission to deliver jobs across Australia. What is the Can […]
CoAct Service Partners give youth job seekers a BOOST
Giving young people the tools to succeed The BOOST workshop was created for job seekers aged 15-21 taking part in the Transition to Work program, who have finished their study […]
‘Can Van’ offers job seekers the right solutions
There are three Can Vans travelling around NSW, Victoria and Queensland, as part of the CoAct/Community Solutions Jobs Roadshow that has the aim of reaching 35,000 job seekers with disability. […]
Rolling Towards Employment
The Brunswick resident has a mild intellectual disability and suffers from anxiety but through the service landed a job at VCAT. I was just tired of getting rejected,” she said. […]
On the road to success with the Can Van
When the Can Van Jobs Roadshow rolled into Townsville last month, it provided the perfect opportunity for job seekers Leanne and Rebecca to showcase their customer service and barista skills. […]
Hardest working caravans head to Grafton
The Can Vans offer instant support for people with disability looking for help to find or keep a job including free career advice from employment experts, personalised job search support, […]
JesseCan… and so can you!
Competing for the honour of naming one of our three Can Vans, Cheryl’s entry was named ‘JesseCan’, in honour of her son Jesse, who was diagnosed at age 9 with […]
Can Van roadshow visiting the Illawarra this week
The Can Van is aiming to provide a key service during its stopover in the Illawarra. CoAct, a leading employment services provider, is visiting the Illawarra this week as part […]
World Mental Health Day – What can you do to be involved?
One in five Australians are affected by mental illness annually, yet many don’t seek help because of stigma. Today is World Mental Health Day, a day that Australia’s peak […]
Can Van Locations
Be sure to visit the website and for more information and to register for a one on one with an employment consultant NSW 9th-10th October – 1A Dutton […]
40 years of impact
Magnificent seven serve up success For CoAct Service Partner IMPACT Community Services, helping people take the next step, live a better life, grow their potential and prosper in their future […]
The Can Van is on its way to help people living with disability find a job they love
This clever caravan is on a mission to help people living with disability get the right job sooner, connect job seekers with employers and support services and, most importantly, showcase […]
International day of charity
Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier Mother Teresa Why September 5th? September 5th was chosen to be the International Day […]
Meet our Employment Consultant of the year, Fiona
When you register with CoAct, you’ll have a local team of specialists who each play a key role in helping you find and keep a job. We like to call […]
Youth Space: Steve Lawrence Innovation Award 2017 winner
Imagine a place where disadvantaged young people can gather to learn, engage with their community and build their employability skills in a supportive, chilled-out environment. This is exactly what CoAct […]
Helping job seekers navigate work
Meet Lorae! She’s one of the winners of our Can Van naming competition. We thought you’d like to get to know her a little better, and hear her story of […]
Hope keeps the Can Van wheels rolling
For Brisbane local Anne, life was pretty good. She was a uni graduate with a business degree, working on various projects across government and not-for-profits, until things changed in 2001. […]
Can Van nicknames announced!
Wait, what’s a Can Van? If you haven’t already heard, in September, we’re launching three ‘Can Vans’ that will travel around New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria delivering jobs, advice […]
Help us name our new Can Vans to WIN!
We’ve been busy bees the last few months at CoAct HQ! With the new Disability Employment Services (DES) program coming into effect at the beginning of July, we’ve been planning […]
We start with you
Watch the CoAct video featuring our awesome job seekers.