Celebrating the Heart of K-Life on Aged Care Employee Day

Dannielle Hersant • August 20, 2025

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Last week, we joined aged care providers across the country in recognising Aged Care Employee Day — a chance to say thank you to the incredible people who care for our residents and clients every single day.

From nurses and carers to hospitality, lifestyle, cleaning, and maintenance staff, our aged care team is made up of people who bring compassion, skill, and commitment to every shift. Their work goes beyond tasks — it’s about creating dignity, connection, and a sense of home for some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

To mark the day, every K-Life aged care staff member received a gift bag filled with delicious snacks and a cosy hot chocolate, a small gesture to encourage them to take a quiet moment for themselves. Our K-Life kitchen also prepared beautiful lemon cakes for each staffroom, adding a sweet touch to the celebrations.

We shared the joy on Facebook with a reel capturing smiles, laughter, and the vibrant spirit of our workplace — a reminder that appreciation is best felt when it’s expressed openly and often.

At K-Life, our culture of recognition isn’t reserved for special occasions. As CEO Sarah Fea shared in the Southern Downs Today article, we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and proud of their work. Whether it’s listening to staff feedback, improving facilities, or investing in housing for those who travel long distances, we want our team to know that they matter — because they do.

This Aged Care Employee Day, and every day, we celebrate the people who make K-Life what it is.

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By Dannielle Hersant • June 12, 2026

Connecting people, strengthening partnerships and supporting a more resilient community. On Saturday 30 May 2026, the Killarney Recreation Club came alive with community spirit as more than 400 people attended the inaugural Killarney and District Community Connections Expo . Proudly coordinated by K-Life and the Killarney Co-op and supported through the Southern Downs Regional Council Community Recovery and Resilience Program, the Expo brought together more than 40 community organisations, service providers, businesses, sporting groups, emergency services and volunteer organisations, all with a shared goal of strengthening connections across our region. The event provided local residents with the opportunity to discover the many services, activities and supports available throughout Killarney and the surrounding district. From healthcare and aged care services to volunteer groups, education providers, sporting clubs and community organisations, the Expo showcased the incredible range of support networks available within our community. One of the key aims of the Expo was to improve awareness of local services and create opportunities for people to connect with organisations that can support their health, wellbeing and community involvement. The event also highlighted the important role volunteers play in keeping our community vibrant and connected. Throughout the day, attendees enjoyed meeting local service providers, collecting information, entering lucky door prizes, participating in community surveys and learning more about opportunities available within the district. The K-Life Men's Shed sausage sizzle and refreshments helped create a welcoming atmosphere where conversations and connections could flourish. The Expo was also an important opportunity for organisations to network with one another, strengthening referral pathways and fostering new partnerships that will benefit the community long after the event has concluded. Community survey data collected during the event will assist K-Life and local stakeholders to better understand community needs, identify service gaps and support future planning initiatives aimed at improving health and wellbeing outcomes across the region. K-Life would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the Expo, including exhibitors, volunteers, sponsors, community groups, local businesses and attendees. Special thanks go to the Killarney Co-op, our volunteers, and the many organisations that gave their time and expertise to support the day. The overwhelming response from the community demonstrates the value of bringing people together, sharing information and strengthening local connections. At K-Life, we believe that strong communities are built through collaboration, and the success of the Killarney and District Community Connections Expo is a wonderful example of what can be achieved when communities come together. We look forward to continuing these conversations and building on the partnerships and connections formed through this event.