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Arafmi Mental Health Carer Galas – 2025

Arafmi was proud to be a co-host of two Carer Gala Dinners in Queensland this year. 

On Friday 10 October, Arafmi and Wellways Carer Gateway co-hosted the first Ipswich Gala Dinner in the Dandiiri room, above the Children’s Library in the new Ipswich City Council building on Union street. Over 70 guests attended the evening which included a two course dinner, a live band as well as dancing and lucky door prizes. A great night was had by all, and the feedback by the attendees was all very positive.

A week later, on Friday 17 October, Arafmi, Wellways Carer Gateway and Carers Queensland co-hosted the first Cairns Gala dinner at the Shangri La Hotel. Guests dressed to the nines, and enjoyed a live band, three course meal along with a photo booth for the evening.

Arafmi would like to thank all of the guests who attended these Gala evenings, who  made them such a great success. We look forward to hosting further events like these again in 2026.

 

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