D-Connect Group

22/10/2026

See you at Dconnect tomorrow! 🥳

10am - 11:30am
22 George St, Bunbury

12/10/2026

A BUSSELTON student has turned a university internship into an opportunity to give back to the community she grew up in while helping improve inclusion across the South West.

Tegan Espinos, who is studying a Bachelor of Science in Genetics, recently completed a McCusker Centre for Citizenship internship with Advocacy WA in Bunbury.

"I was particularly interested in working in a regional area as I wanted to make a genuine impact in the community I was raised in," she said.

Working with Advocacy WA's Community Projects Team, Tegan contributed to research, communications, workshops, social groups and community events supporting people with disability.

She also researched employment barriers and helped develop accessible resources.

"My favourite part of the internship was supporting inclusive community events and social groups," she said.

"I had the opportunity to connect directly with community members and help create welcoming spaces where people felt valued, included and connected."

Tegan said hearing from people with lived experience of disability gave greater purpose to her work and reinforced the importance of building more inclusive communities.

The placement has also changed the way she looks at everyday spaces.

"I now find myself constantly noticing whether businesses, community spaces and public facilities are physically accessible," she said.

"It has made me much more aware of the importance of inclusive design."

Tegan said the internship strengthened her research, teamwork and communication skills, while also teaching lessons in empathy, active listening and the impact of small actions.

"These are skills that can't be taught in a classroom and will benefit me regardless of where my career takes me," she said.

12/10/2026

08/10/2026

OCTOBER with D-CONNECT! 🧡

Another month of getting together, catching up with friends and meeting new people!

Here’s what’s coming up this October:

Swipe through for all the details, save the dates and share with someone who might like to come along!

New faces are always welcome. Bring a friend, family member or support worker and join us! 🧡

24/09/2026

Donnybrook, we’ll see you TOMORROW! ☕️

Come down to D-Connect for a catch-up, meet some new people and enjoy a FREE drink on us!

📅 Friday, 25 September
⏰ 1PM–2:30PM
📍 Cafe 48, 3 Sharp Street, Donnybrook

Everyone is welcome - bring a friend and come say hi!

24/09/2026

D-Connect Bunbury is on TOMORROW! ☕️

Come grab a coffee, catch up with friends and meet some new people. New faces are always welcome!

📅 Friday, 25 September
⏰ 10AM–11:30AM
📍 Gather & Co, Bunbury

People of all abilities are welcome — bring a friend, family member or support worker along too! 🧡

24/09/2026

TONIGHT! 🌅

Come along to Sunset Socials for a relaxed night out, good food and a chance to catch up and meet new people!

📅 Tonight, 24 September
⏰ 6PM–8PM
📍 Lonestar Bunbury, 16 Victoria Street

21/09/2026

📣 SOUTH WEST COMMUNITY FORUM

With changes to the NDIS, it’s important that our community comes together to talk about what they mean for people with disability and their families.

Join us online as we explore the gaps, map the supports currently available across the South West, and work towards a “no wrong door” approach to helping people navigate these changes.

📅 Wednesday 30 September
⏰ 10am–12pm
💻 Online via Zoom

If you work across disability, community services, education, health, mental health, employment, early childhood, allied health or government - we’d love you to be part of the conversation.

👉 Register via the link or scan the QR code on the flyer.

18/09/2026

HAPPY FRIDAY!💙

Connect groups are the best! There’s nothing better than getting together, having a chat, sharing some laughs and doing something you enjoy.☕️

Here’s a little snap from some of our Dalyellup Craft Group members! 🥰

And if you’re in Harvey today - come join us for lunch and games!
📍Harvey CRC
⏰12pm-1:30pm

Everyone is welcome - bring a friend, family member or support worker and come connect with others! 💙