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Autism Spectrum Australia is happy to now be associated with Thomas the Tank Engine

Play the Thomas the Tank Engine Emotions Game below.
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Parents Points of Interest

What we do now - a great booklet for newly diagnosed families. By Autism Asperger ACT.  Read Here

Ten ways to cope with Autism.  By Ben Sidman www.ParentingAspergers.com/AutismNewsletter.htm  Read Here

Toddler to Prep age information

Autism letter from a child's point of view.  Read Here

Resource sheets for working with emotions.  Read Here

Prep to Primary School age information

Sam's Book - a book written from a child's point of view for teachers and school parents to read.  Read Here

Primary to High School information

Under construction

Adult age information

Under construction

Service Providers

AEIOU - Townsville 

Cnr Neptune & Ridley Rds

Townsville QLD 4810

Ph : 4773 2892

www.aeiou.org.au

Sensory Occupational Therapist ( Private )

Jillian Ballyntine 

 Ph : 07 4779 0137

 Email : octhcnq@people.net.au

www.occupationaltherapy.com.au

Autism Queensland
Autism Queensland is a community based, not for profit, Incorporated Association. As the peak provider in Queensland of services to children and adults with ASD and to their families, Autism Queensland draws on expertise gained during its 40 year history.
Ph:  3273 0000  Fax:  3273 8306
Email:  admin@autismqld.com.au
www.autismqld.com.au

ABIQ - Autism Behaviour Intervention Queensland
It is the belief of ABIQ that children with Autism are best treated by Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA).  This therapy gives children with Autism a chance - a chance to grow, to live and to lead fulfilling and independent lives.
Ph:  3881 1868  Fax:  3889 8939
Email:  enquires@abiq.org
www.abiq.org

Minds and Hearts-Psychologists
Clinic specialising in Aspergers and Autism
Dr Michelle Garnett is the Founder and Clinic Director of Minds & Hearts. She has extensive experience in autism and Asperger’s syndrome and has personally selected the team of professionals on the basis of their knowledge and skill base, but also for their personal qualities.
Ph:  3844 9466  Fax:  3844 9533
Email:  info@mindsandhearts.net
www.mindsandhearts.net

Tony Attwood-Psychologist
Tony Attwood is well known for sharing his knowledge of Aspergers Syndrome. He has an Honours degree in Psychology from the University of Hull, Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Surrey and a PhD from the University of London. He is currently adjunct Associate Professor at Griffith University in Queensland.
Tony has written several publications on Aspergers Sydrome.
Tony operates his clinic two days a week and supports children and adults by visiting them at school and home. He also spends a large amount of time travelling nationally and internationally to present workshops and papers.
Ph: 3285 7888 
Email:  tony@tonyattwood.com.au
www.tonyattwood.com.au

Support Groups

North Queensland Autism Support Group - NQASG

Contact:    Gwenyth Cutler

Phone/Fax:  07 4774 0637

Monthly meetings are held second Monday of the month

www.nqasg.org.au
 

ASD Network Group

Catholic Education hold once a term networking meetings and speakers.

Contact : Cathy Contola

Email:  ccontola@tsv.catholic.edu.au
 

Mackay Autism Support Group

Contact:    Debbie Booker – Volunteer Co-ordinator

Phone: 4942 3458 Fax: 4942 1805

Email: mackaysg@autismqld.com.au  
 
Other Autism Resources and Links

Helping Children with Autism Fact Sheet - Medicare Benefits Schedule.  visit website here
The Learning Place-Student Support Services.  www.learningplace.com
 

ZacBrower - is the first internet browers developed specifically for children living with ASD.  Read Here
Weighted Vest Instructions.  Read Here
Interview with Donna Williams - Artist, Author and public speaker diagnosed with Autism.  Read Here
www.donnawilliams.net 
Temple Grandin, Ph.D - is inarguably the most accomplished and well-known adult with autism in the world. 
www.templegrandin.com 

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