2026

On Saturday, TMC's Community Action for a Multicultural Society (CAMS) Program was proud to support the Queensland Nepalese Table Tennis Club's Multicultural Table Tennis Tournament for Nepal Fundraiser, an event that brought people together through sport for a meaningful cause. CAMS Officer for Northern Gold Coast, Jake Coates, attended on behalf of TMC and joined participants from a wide range of cultural backgrounds for a day of friendly competition, community spirit and g

On Saturday, TMC's Community Action for a Multicultural Society (CAMS) Program had the privilege of supporting the Gold Coast Hongkongers at their Mid-Autumn Festival lantern-making event, a warm and colourful celebration of culture, family and community. Representing TMC, CAMS Officer for Northern Gold Coast, Jake Coates, joined community members as they came together to create lanterns and share the traditions of one of the most cherished festivals in Chinese and Hong Kong

Some days just stay with you. For TMC's Ageing Gracefully program, our recent trip to the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers was one of them. We were so proud to bring together more than 124 seniors from over 29 countries for a day at one of Queensland's most beloved events. Some of our participants brought their grandchildren along too, turning the outing into a true family affair and a chance for different generations to share something special side by side. More Than a Day Out

Celebrating Welcoming Week: Stories from the Kitchen! A beautiful evening spent connecting with others who share our passion for building stronger, more connected communities. As part of Welcoming Week, we were proud to be hosted by Welcoming Australia and City of Logan for Stories from the Kitchen, an event highlighting the Beenleigh Neighbourhood Centres community and creating space for people to come together and share their experiences. A Night of Meaningful Stories Held

Last week, the TMC team had the honour of attending the Multicultural Queensland Awards at the Logan Entertainment Centre, a night dedicated to celebrating the individuals and organisations working to build a more inclusive and connected Queensland. It was wonderful to see the strength of Queensland's multicultural sector on show, with the Hon. Fiona Simpson MP, Logan Mayor Jon Raven and MP Charis Mullen all in attendance on the night to help recognise the achievements of thi

TMC was proud to attend the 2026 Celebrating Multicultural Communities Reception, an evening dedicated to recognising the people, organisations and communities that make our region so diverse and vibrant. Events like this one are a reminder that a strong community is never built by one group alone. It is built through the everyday work of people who show up: volunteers, community leaders, cultu ral groups, service providers and neighbours who make newcomers feel welcome. The

Community members came together on Saturday for the TMC Harmony Cricket Cup, a day filled with energy, friendly rivalry and plenty of community spirit both on and off the pitch. Proudly held as part of Multicultural QLD Month, the tournament brought five teams together in celebration of the cultures and connections that make our community so vibrant. Throughout the day, players showcased skill, determination and great sportsmanship as they competed for the title. Just as impo

Sunshine, Culture and Community at Australia Friendship Day Under perfect blue skies at the Broadwater Parklands, Australia Friendship Day 2026 brought together communities from across the Gold Coast for a vibrant day of celebration, connection and cultural pride. Hosted by the Filipino Community Council of Queensland and the Gold Coast Filipino Australian Cultural Ensemble, this year's event showcased the strength and diversity of our multicultural community through a lively

It was a busy and rewarding weekend for Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) as our team joined one of the Gold Coast's vibrant multicultural celebrations, the Kusuma Indonesia Community Australia (KICA) Harmony Festival! Held at the beautiful Broadwater Parklands, the festival brought together community members, cultural groups, families and visitors from across the region to celebrate Indonesian culture, heritage and the values of multicultural harmony. The event showca

TMC was proud to bring together people from across the Gold Coast for the TMC Australia Day Parade, a vibrant celebration of diversity, inclusion and the many cultures that make our community so unique. Held along the beautiful Broadwater foreshore, the event provided an opportunity for community members from a wide range of cultural backgrounds to come together and celebrate the rich multicultural fabric of Australia. Participants proudly marched side by side, waving cultura