Scheduled to open in mid-2024, our highly anticipated new Townsville centre is a testament to the power of bipartisan government funding.
The Australian Government committed $2 million to the project’s construction, and the Queensland Government dedicated a further $1 million towards the $5.6 million development. This state-of-the-art facility, capable of accommodating up to 30 children, will extend AEIOU’s impact in Townsville by offering support to more local children and families.
In addition to the substantial support from the state and federal government, the new centre is made possible through the generosity of private philanthropy and community-driven fundraising. Designed by the Buchan Group and brought to life by the expertise of Hutchinson Builders, the facility will replace the currently leased center in Kirwan. With an extra classroom, cutting-edge therapy rooms, and a dedicated parent education space, the new center in Idalia will bring an enhanced AEIOU service to Townsville.
Its focus on delivering essential services for children with autism and their families underscores the commitment and tireless dedication of the many individuals who contributed to turning this vision into a tangible reality.
A sod-turning ceremony for the new centre was held on July 12, 2023. Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services Stephen Jones, State Member for Mundingburra Les Walker, Mr Phillip Thompson OAM, MP, and Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox attended the ceremony.
Proudly funded by the Resources Community Infrastructure Fund – a voluntary partnership between the Queensland Government, Participating Mineral Resources Industry Parties, the Queensland Resources Council, and its members in association with the Chain Reaction Foundation and Perpetual Trustees.
Jointly funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.
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