Meals on Wheels Queensland

Meals on Wheels Queensland Seasoned with Care. Meals on Wheels has had a place in the hearts and homes of Australians for more than 70 years.

For 70 years, Meals on Wheels has been part of Queensland communities, delivering meals, care, and connection to support independence at home. Helping frail older people and younger people with a disability and their carers stay in their homes where most are happiest, is at the heart of what we do. Meals on Wheels provides meals to suit a client's personal requirements and can accommodate special

dietary needs and taste preferences. Everyday a friendly smile, a chat, a nutritious meal and knowing someone will drop by to say hello, changes the lives of many Australians and it's not just the clients who value this contact. Ask any of the 7,000 Queensland volunteers and they will tell you reaching out and making a difference in somebody else's day, makes theirs. Volunteers fill many roles from being drivers, delivering meals into people's homes, assisting in community kitchens or in transportation of clients to a community centre to enjoy a meal along with other social activities. Others may be able to provide office skills helping set up databases, writing newsletters, or preparing promotional flyers for events. No matter what an individual can offer, every bit of help adds to a happier and healthier community. While many retirees are active in our formidable volunteer family - and 'family' is what it becomes - the face of volunteering is as diverse as our clients. We have teenagers keen to do something for others, families who enjoy the focus of sharing a meaningful activity together, and business people who realise there is life outside the office. Chatting about local issues or discussing the latest book release may not be part of a volunteer's job description, but for a client that has very few visitors, it means a lot.

Local heroes doing what they do best! 🚒💙When the Proserpine Fire Station crew aren’t out protecting our backyards, they’...
04/09/2026

Local heroes doing what they do best! 🚒💙

When the Proserpine Fire Station crew aren’t out protecting our backyards, they’re stepping up to deliver something just as vital: care, connection, and a nourishing meal right to the doors of our Meals on Wheels Proserpine clients.

This is what community is all about. These local legends traded their fire gear for delivery bags, proving that true service doesn't stop when you step off the truck. It’s about more than just dropping off dinner; it’s the reassuring smile, the quick yarn on the front porch, and showing our elders that they are deeply valued.

To the incredible team at Proserpine Fire Station: thank you for having our backs, our plates, and our community's heart. 🔥🤝

Give Dad a gift that keeps on giving right here in Queensland!For a limited time, purchase an Entertainment Membership A...
03/09/2026

Give Dad a gift that keeps on giving right here in Queensland!

For a limited time, purchase an Entertainment Membership AU & NZ for just $75 and receive a second Membership FREE - perfect for Dad and a plus-one to enjoy together!

With thousands of offers across dining, travel, attractions, and experiences, there’s plenty to explore all year long.

And there’s more! Plus unlock:
💙 A FREE $30 eGift Card
💙 The chance to WIN a $500 dining eGift Card

Most importantly, every Membership sold supports Meals on Wheels, helping us continue to deliver nutritious meals, connection, and wellbeing to people right across Queensland.

Give Dad something he’ll enjoy all year, while giving back to your Queensland community.

Your purchase of an Entertainment Membership contributes to our fundraising. Help us achieve our goal by sharing this link with your friends and family. Thanks for your support!

Behind every meal delivered is a legacy built on something far more powerful: human connection. A friendly face at the d...
02/09/2026

Behind every meal delivered is a legacy built on something far more powerful: human connection. A friendly face at the door, a quick chat that brightens a morning, and a network of neighbours looking out for neighbours.

For seven decades, Meals on Wheels has been a heartbeat in Queensland communities. To honour this milestone, we are proud to present Seasoned with Care: A Celebration of Seventy Years, a carefully curated digest of the people, the recipes, the places, and the defining moments that have made Meals on Wheels what it is today.

This is a collection of our shared story. Inside its pages, you will find the comforting, time-honoured recipes that have brought warmth to kitchen tables, alongside the heartfelt stories of the volunteers, clients, and communities who make our mission possible every single day.

And a special thank you to our incredible supporters who made this publication possible: our major book sponsor, Opella; our book sponsors, Polixen, Austbrokers Comsure, and the Reuben Pelerman Benevolent Foundation; and the Queensland Government as our official 70th-anniversary partner.

Good food. Great company. Seventy years of care. Take a piece of history home.
Order your copy today.

Discover 70 years of heart, community, and classic recipes. Shop the Seasoned with Care commemorative charity book.

Planning your next getaway? You can now get award-winning travel insurance AND support Meals on Wheels Queensland at the...
02/09/2026

Planning your next getaway? You can now get award-winning travel insurance AND support Meals on Wheels Queensland at the same time!

🚅🚋We are thrilled that PassportCard Australia, the travel insurance provider built around instant payouts, is backing Meals on Wheels Queensland’s work supporting vulnerable people in the community.

Why choose them for your next trip?
💳 Instant Payouts: Approved common claims for delayed luggage or medical emergencies are loaded straight to your PassportCard card so you aren’t left out of pocket.

📞 24/7 Support: Australian-based assistance whenever you need it.

🍲 Support for Meals on Wheels: A referral fee is paid to Meals on Wheels Queensland for each policy purchased. You can even nominate a local service to receive 50% of the referral fee.

Before you travel, get a quote and back Meals on Wheels Queensland here: https://www.qmow.org/travel-insurance/



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"Help people. That’s what this should be all about, shouldn't it?" 🧡At 80 years young, retired Darcy Emmerson, affection...
31/08/2026

"Help people. That’s what this should be all about, shouldn't it?" 🧡

At 80 years young, retired Darcy Emmerson, affectionately known across the Whitsundays as "The Pumpkin Man", delivers over a tonne of fresh bugle, butternut, and Kent pumpkins to local groups twice a week.

Our Meals on Wheels Proserpine kitchen is incredibly lucky to be one of his regular stops! Kitchen volunteers Cathy and Leanne love turning Darcy's generous gifts into wholesome meals for their clients.

Darcy, thank you for showing us all what true community spirit looks like. You’re proof that a simple act of kindness can feed a whole region.

📸: ABC Tropical North / Aimee Mitchell

Congratulations to Glasshouse Country Care on reaching an amazing milestone of 40 years as a Meals on Wheels provider. 🚙...
30/08/2026

Congratulations to Glasshouse Country Care on reaching an amazing milestone of 40 years as a Meals on Wheels provider. 🚙🍽

It was wonderful to celebrate this achievement alongside the dedicated team led by General Manager Clare Mullins. Their commitment to supporting local elderly and vulnerable residents has made a lasting difference to countless lives.

A heartfelt thank you to Lorrelle and Kelly for preparing such nutritious and beautifully presented meals, and to all the staff who deliver meals and work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly.

💙 Your compassion, dedication, and service are the true ingredients behind this incredible 40-year success story.

Across Queensland, National Meals on Wheels Day is all about celebrating the people who bring our mission to life every ...
29/08/2026

Across Queensland, National Meals on Wheels Day is all about celebrating the people who bring our mission to life every single day.

From Moreton Bay to Maroochydore, over to Ayr, and right out to Marlin Coast, local services brought their communities together to honour the incredible volunteers, clients, staff, and supporters who prove that a knock on the door can change someone's whole day. 💙

Every smile, every shared story, and every celebration captured in these photos reflects the heart of what we do: connecting people, supporting independence, and looking out for one another in every corner of Queensland.

To everyone who has celebrated, volunteered, supported, or shared a meal with us, thank you. You are the beating heart of Meals on Wheels and the reason our community remains so strong.

Some smiles are just written into the story of a neighbourhood.Barb spent years looking after the heart and belly of her...
28/08/2026

Some smiles are just written into the story of a neighbourhood.

Barb spent years looking after the heart and belly of her community as a volunteer. Today, that exact same neighbourly care comes right back to her front door.

A hearty, steaming serve of roast lamb is a beautiful comfort on a cold day, but it’s the unhurried chat and the roaring laughter across the couch that truly steals the show.

She spent a lifetime showing up for her neighbourhood. Now, a new generation is incredibly proud to show up for her.

That’s the Meals on Wheels way.
This is Seasoned with Care.

🌈 Happy Wear it Purple Day!This year’s theme, Colours of Courage, is all about celebrating the strength it takes to live...
27/08/2026

🌈 Happy Wear it Purple Day!

This year’s theme, Colours of Courage, is all about celebrating the strength it takes to live and love authentically.

Here at Meals on Wheels, we’re all about community, and true community means a place where every single person, no matter who they are, feels safe, seen, and deeply valued.

Whether you're rocking purple in the kitchen, out on a delivery run, or opening your front door today, we are standing proudly with you. Let’s make today vibrant! 💜✨

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