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Office for Women
WIS What's On
The WIS What's On provides details of services and activities for women of SA as of Monday 17 November 2025
All programs are free/low cost unless otherwise noted. For more details, please visit our Facebook page.
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Download the PDF: WIS What's On 17 November 2025
16 Day of Activism Events 2025
| Program | Description | Provider | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICES | ||||
| Celebrate Disability Pride! | Meet friendly people, watch our amazing video, hear from interesting speakers, play games, eat free food and drinks. Anyone with a disability welcome to join. Please reserve a spot for family or support people when booking. | SACID’s Peer Action Crew Information: Ph. 80 8352 4416 | Nailsworth | Dec 2 |
| Coercive Control community forum | Community forum on SA’s new Coercive Control legislation and key recommendations from the Royal Commission into Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence. Guest speaker: Hon Katrine Hildyard MP, Minister for Child Protection, Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence, and Women. | Southern Domestic Violence Action Group RSVP: Dianne Ph. 0406 069 710 E: dianne@atdot.dotat.org | Christies Beach | Dec 5 |
Trans Day of Remembrance Vigil Feast Festival | Commemorates trans lives lost in acts of transphobia, discrimination and violence. Invitation to trans and gender diverse folk to share a speech, music, poetry or art at the vigil. | Feast Festival SARAA To book: | Adelaide | Nov 20 |
| Enhanced Communication | One-on-one session to assist individuals to increase awareness around conflict and the impact on our mental health, developing skills and strategies to manage interactions with another person with insight and objectivity. | Uniting Communities Monday to Friday Contact: Sandra: Ph. 0447 525 288 Amanda: P. 0473 735 673 E:NoarlungaFRC@unitingcommunities.org | Noarlunga Online Phone | Ongoing |
| Shark Cage | Course on assertiveness and self-confidence building for women who have experienced abusive or controlling relationships.Recommended you complete Women are Strong group prior to Shark Cage. | Uniting Communities Anglicare | To be advised | To be advised, runs each school term |
| Workshop for Survivors of Complex Trauma | Learn about about different types of trauma and their impacts. Techniques to support regulation and self-care. Educational webinar, not therapeutic Do not register if aiming to attend in a professional capacity – this is not a professional development training. | Blue Knot Register here for the workshop for Survivors | Online | Nov 14 Dec 5 |
| Women are Strong Women do Survive | 8-week support group for women dealing with the effects of abusive relationships. | The Yellow Gate | Outer southern suburbs To be advised | To be advised, runs each school term To be advised |
| From Strength to Strength | 6-week group for women who would like to increase their personal growth and improve relationship conflict management. Ideal for women who have completed both Women are Strong and Shark Cage groups. | Anglicare SA Ph. 0481 098 373 | Outer southern suburbs | To be advised |
| Out of the Shadows | This group will discuss impacts on women and children and interactions with the Domestic and Family Violence, Legal and Safety Systems. | Relationships Australia Ph. 8223 4566 E: rasacentral@rasa.org.au | Address provided on registration | Fridays during term time |
| Time for Me | For women who have experienced Domestic Abuse.A two-hour workshop to support relaxation, creativity and connection. | Christie Downs Community House Kerry Ph. 0457 671 385 Jo Ph. 0429 269 320 | Christie Downs | Last Thursday of the month |
| Legal Outreach | Free legal advice appointments are available in-person with a solicitor from the Women’s Legal Service. | The Yellow Gate | Address provided upon registration | Second, third and fourth Thursday of the month. |
| Women's Domestic Violence Court Assistance Service | The Women’s Domestic Violence Court Assistance Service will be visiting Mount Gambier Magistrates Court on a fortnightly basis to assist women who have applied for private intervention orders. | Legal Services Commission | Mount Gambier | Fortnightly |
| Family Court Support at WIS | Confidential support for women attending the Federal Circuit and Family Court in Adelaide. We also provide support if you have an online hearing, mediation, or family conference. | For more information or to book your family court support please contact the Women’s Information Service on Ph. 8303 0590 | Adelaide | Subject to volunteer availability |
| WIS CHAT | Can’t find the information you are looking for? You can now talk to WIS via Live Chat on our web page. Look on the bottom of the screen and click on the: “Hi there, how can I help you” pop-up | Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 www.wis.sa.gov.au | Online | Ongoing |
| Royal Commission Forum Open Community Forum | Hear directly from Minister Hildyard and Mayor Were as they discuss the findings and outcomes of the Royal Commission into Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence and the commitments being made in response. | Respect Community Action Group and Zonta Club of Adelaide Flinders Register:Royal Commision Forum Tickets, Aberfoyle Park Community Centre, Aberfoyle Park | TryBooking Australia | Aberfoyle Park | Nov 18 |
| SOCIAL CONNECTION | ||||
| Freedom Wheels | Ride, laugh, connect! All ages, all abilities. Bring your family, carers and friends. All inclusive bike and trike ride experience day. | Technology for Ageing and Disability SA Inc. Aldinga Community Centre Ph. 8488 2075 Register here via Humanitix for Freedom Wheels bike ride | Aldinga Beach | Nov 29 |
| Card Making | All materials provided. Come and chat and craft and create | Whyalla Haven For information: Ph. 0407 251 699 between 10am to 2pm | Whyalla | Fridays in November |
| Tukka Time | Program for Aboriginal people with disability and families to come together. Cook a meal together, build essential life skills – with the support of a dietitian from Life Skills Hub. To join one member (adult or child) needs to have a disability. | Kawanta Pirku-itya NDIS not an eligibility requirement. Limited spots. Bookings essential Ph. 8209 3840 Ph. 0436 349 387 | Elizabeth Rise | Fortnightly Nov to Dec 11 |
| Haven Singers | Explore the joy of singing. Led by professional Singing Teacher, Composer and Sound and Movement Therapist, Jen de Ness. | The Goolwa Haven For information Deb Ph. 0427 208 937 Jen Ph. 0434 880 695 | Port Elliot | 1st and 3rd Monday of each month |
| Flourish and Nourish | Monthly sessions where we will chat about wellbeing topics. | The Haven Mt Gambier For bookings contact the Mt Gambier Library Ph. 8721 2540 | Mount Gambier | Last Friday of the month |
| Craft & Chat | Come along and join other women to learn craft in a relaxed, friendly environment. | The Haven Port Pirie Ph. 0499 420 923 | Port Pirie | Wednesdays |
| Game Day | Join us to connect with other women and have fun with board games, cards, and trivia. | The Haven Mount Gambier Ph. 0439 169 925 | Mount Gambier | Mondays |
| Women’s Meditation | Gentle movement, breathwork, relaxing guided meditation | The Haven Whyalla Ph. 0407 251 696 | Whyalla | Thursdays |
| COFFEE & CHAT SOCIAL GROUPS | ||||
| Coffee and Chat | Create a unique succulent planter. All materials supplied. | Mount Gambier Haven Bookings essential Ph. 8721 2540 | Mount Gambier | Nov 26 |
| Cuppa & Connection | A safe space for women to chat over craft, cards or games. | The Haven Whyalla Ph. 0477 219 410 E: whyallahaven@cccsa.org.au | Whyalla Stuart | Tuesdays |
| Expresso Yourself | Coffee and chat group run by Women’s Information Service. Join for social connection. All who identify as women are welcome. Fortnightly | Women’s Information Service To register your interest. Ph. 8303 0590 | Adelaide | Nov20 |
| FITNESS | ||||
| Women’s Walking Group | Come along for a casual walk and talk. Suitable for all abilities. Meet at Laratinga Wetlands, Bald Hills Road carpark entrance. | The Haven Mount Barker For enquiries Ph. 8391 2747 | Mount Barker | Fridays |
| EDUCATION | ||||
Women’s Advocacy Information session TAFE SA | Develop skills to gain work, change careers, or study further with TAFESA’s Women’s Education courses. Certificate II, III and IV Literacy and numeracy; computer/digital and work-related competencies; expand personal development opportunities. | TAFESA Register here for Women's Advocacy information sessions: | Noarlunga Adelaide City Elizabeth | Various Late Nov Late Jan |
| Power Up Equip | Held over two sessions – to INSPIRE + EQUIP women on their political journey. Access to ongoing resources after training. | Women for Election Register here for Power Up EQUIP online sessions | Online | Nov 26 and Dec 3 |
| Home Security Workshop | SAPOL – protect what matters and home security audit; Bunnings – home security, product viewing; Centacare – Safe at home, safety planning. | Centacare, SAPOL, Bunnings Bookings essential: Ph. 8721 2540 | Mount Gambier | Dec 8 |
| Click into Confidence | Build your digital skills in a friendly and supportive environment. Free 1-hour sessions | Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 E: wis@sa.gov.au Bookings essential | Adelaide | Nov 19 |
| My Money, My Choice | Making informed decisions about your finances. Financial independence, recognising your strengths, setting financial goals. | Financial Independence Hub Good Shepherd. Register here for My Money My Choice webinar | Online | Nov 19 |
| HEALTH/MENTAL HEALTH | ||||
| Breastscreen SA | Visiting Smithfield Plains – women over 40, especially 50 to 74 – book a free appointment. Breastscreen takes 15 minutes to detect breast cancer at early stage. | Breastscreen SA Ph. 13 20 50 | Smithfield Plains | Late Nov to Early Dec |
| Yoga classes for women | Free Yoga classes. After yoga have a cuppa at the Dyson Road, Christies Beach group room. You don’t have to be a Uniting Communities client to join. | Uniting Communities Call Kelly or Sharon for information or booking Ph. 8202 5010 | Christies Beach | Mondays |
| Cervical Screening | Get tested during training clinics, led by experienced and skilled staff – and receive a $50 digital gift voucher. Quick and private test. | SHINE SA To book: Ph. 8300 5300 or book online - to see next available training clinic Book here for your cervical screening test | Davoren Park | Tuesdays and Thursdays |
| Just Listening Therapeutic Community | Support for individuals experiencing psychosis, suicidal distress, other emotional distress – one-to-one connection, group connection and a safe community space. | Just Listening E: info@justlistening.com.au | Christies Beach | Weekdays |
| PARENTING | ||||
| Pregnancy to Parenting program for | 6-week antenatal education program for young parents aged under 25 years. Information about healthy pregnancy, labour and birth, breastfeeding, relationships, parenting and perinatal mental health. Facilitated by a Midwife. | Metropolitan Youth Health Service Ph: 1800 716 881 Bookings essential | Elizabeth Angle Park Christies Beach | On-going |
| Kidstuff program for young parents aged under 25 years. | Weekly group and 1:1 program Supports young parents to form social connections, develop understanding about child development, relationships and parenting and accessing physical and mental health support. | Metropolitan Youth Health Service Ph: 1800 716 881 Bookings essential | Elizabeth AnglePark Christies Beach | On-going |
| Indigenous Young Parents Program (IYPP) | Fortnightly program for pregnant and parenting people who are aged under 25 years who have Aboriginal children. Connect with each other and culture, build parental capacity, health and wellbeing, child development, healthy relationships and community supports. | Metropolitan Youth Health Service Ph: 8243 5637 or 0423 049 499. Bookings essential | Angle Park | On-going |
| Rainbow Connection Playgroup | Do you want to connect with the LGBTQIA+ community? Come to our Playgroup with your children to meet other parents you identify with! Free, fun, dynamic, welcoming playgroup. | Forbes Children’s Centre Contact: Katherine, through Pink Parents Ph. 0438 536 346 OR Facebook Messenger | South Plympton | Mondays during school terms |
| Navigating Neurodiversity | For parents/caregivers supporting someone with neurodiversity. A place where you can connect, share and find guidance in a safe and welcoming space. | Goolwa Haven At Strathalbyn Uniting Church Ph. 0499 407 237 | Strathalbyn | Nov 18 Dec 2 |
Office for Women acknowledges and respects Aboriginal peoples as the State’s first peoples and nations and recognises Aboriginal peoples as traditional owners and occupants of the lands and waters in South Australia.
Women's Information Service
8303 0590 or 1800 188 158
Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 5:00pm
wis@sa.gov.au
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