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Dec 03
Building Skills and Inclusion: GCRS Participants Join Bond University Students for Sport and Training

In November 2025, 11 of our participants visited Bond University’s Exercise Physiology and Sports Science students for an engaging and hands-on learning experience at the Bond Institute of Health and […]

Oct 27
Active Inclusion Program Wins Global Award

Celebrating the Active Inclusion Program We are incredibly proud to share that the Active Inclusion Program (AIP) — led by Gold Coast Recreation and Sport Inc (GCRS) in collaboration with the […]

Oct 14
Celebrating 35 Years with Alan Edwards

Monday, 13th October 2025 marks an incredible milestone — Alan Edwards’ 35th anniversary with Gold Coast Recreation and Sport (GCRS). Alan has been an integral part of the GCRS family […]

Sep 23
Jake’s Journey: From Determination to Torchbearer at the Athletics Carnival

At just 10 years old, Jake from Worongary State School has already shown a level of resilience and determination well beyond his years. Born prematurely at 24 weeks and weighing […]

Sep 22
Celebrating the Spirit of Inclusion at the Gold Coast Recreation and Sport’s 38th Annual Athletics Carnival

The Annual Athletics Carnival once again brought together students, families, teachers, and the wider community for a day filled with joy, pride, and opportunity. More than just a sporting event, […]

Jul 30
Real Voices, Real Impact: GCRS Participants share their experiences with future Master of Occupational Therapy Students

In a powerful and engaging session, 37 students from Bond University’s Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program were joined by participants from Gold Coast Recreation & Sport Inc. (GCRS), who […]

Jul 24
Introduction to Consent Resource

A book about consent for people of all ages and abilities.  Download the PDF here This book uses words and concepts from the SoSafe Framework. SoSafe is a set of […]

May 15
From Finland to the Foam: How International Students are making waves and friends at GCRS

It all began when Anna-Louise Kassulke our CEO, attended a conference and met Kati, a professor from Satakunta University of Applied Sciences in Finland. That chance meeting sparked a partnership […]

Apr 14
Bridging Theory and Lived Experience: GCRS Participants Share Their Stories at Bond University

At Bond University, students studying health and social sciences are introduced to a way of thinking about disability known as the social model. This model encourages them to shift their […]

Apr 03
Creative Art Exhibition 2025 Wrap up

We held our annual Creative Arts Exhibition at Miami Marketta on the 2nd of April after two postponements due to inclement weather. It was a fantastic evening filled with creativity, […]

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