Find a community group
Community groups help people get together for a common purpose or to share an interest. The group may provide support for its members, or for others in their local community.
General community groups
To find a community group or organisation near you:
- visit the Our Community website
- search My Community Directory for your location to find community organisations in your area
- search the Queensland Government neighbourhood and community centres directory
- contact your local council
- contact your local public library.
Neighbourhood Watch Queensland supports groups in their efforts to strengthen and connect our communities for a safe and secure Queensland. On their website, you can also subscribe to daily or weekly email updates for your region, or search for a Neighbourhood Watch blog in your local area. For Neighbourhood Watch enquiries please contact your local police station.
The State Library of Queensland (SLQ) also offers various services for Queensland community groups, including:
- locate resources of interest to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and general users interested in related matters
- access family history services
- borrow items—including music scores—from SLQ through the interlibrary loan service
- children under 8 years can explore The Corner online or onsite at the South Bank building
- discover the diverse range of information, activities and services for children and families.
Children’s playgroups
Playgroup is an exciting starting point for children from birth to 5 years and their families to experience connection and learning through play.
Play Matters Australia ensures all playgroups offer a fun, safe and stimulating environment for children, families and communities to achieve optimal child wellbeing and development. Play Matters Australia is there to help you and your family find the perfect playgroup near you.
Playgroups are set up and run by parents and caregivers and provide children with opportunities to learn through a range of play-based activities set up to meet their varying needs. Activities at playgroup may include:
- music and singing
- imaginative play
- outdoor and free play
- art and craft activities
- outings.
Find a playgroup or phone Play Matters Australia on 1800 007 529 for more information about joining or starting a playgroup.
Groups for young people
- Visit our Youth website to find safe places to hang out, sport and recreation info and school holiday activities.
- Find out about youth programs such as Duke of Edinburgh, Bridge Award, YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament and the Queensland Indigenous Youth Leadership Program.
- The Police Citizens Youth Club Queensland has 55 clubs throughout Queensland. You can search their website to find a club near you. They also run community sport and recreation programs.
- Find your nearest YMCA to get involved in your local community.
LGBTQIA+ groups
- Open Doors Youth Service provides support services and safe spaces to connect with peers and community for LGBTQIA+ and Sistergirl and Brotherboy young people aged 12 to 24 who live in South-East Queensland.
- Rainbow Families Queensland supports and connects LGBTQIA+ parents, carers, prospective parents and their children in Queensland.
- Pride Business Network provides a forum for LGBTQIA+ professionals and business owners that helps create long lasting partnerships, lead generation, ideas and education through events and networking opportunities.
- Pride in Law Queensland is a vibrant and dynamic community dedicated to advancing LGBTQIA+ rights within the legal profession.
- Queenslanders with a Disability Network’s LGBTQIA+ Local Peer Support Group offers a unique space for mutual support, empowerment and advocacy.
- Rainbow on the Reef (Gladstone) is a volunteer-run community group passionate about cultivating a culture of pride in identity and diversity in the Gladstone region.
- Sunshine Coast Pride Network fosters connection, support and solidarity within the local LGBTQIA+ community promoting mutual celebration and recognition.
Seniors groups
- Learn about the benefits associated with volunteering in Queensland.
- Stay connected to your community and avoid isolation.
- Search a range of programs available across Queensland to help strengthen your links with your community.
- Get involved with social activities such as the Time for Grandparents Program.
Multicultural groups
- Services and support are available for culturally diverse communities in Queensland.
- Search the Queensland Multicultural Resource Directory which lists organisations that offer information, advice, support and networking opportunities.
- Find a multicultural event near you.