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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 08 December 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 08 December 2025
16 Day of Activism Events 2025
| Program | Description | Provider | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICES | ||||
| The Gathering Place | A safe and supportive group for women who have experienced or are experiencing family or domestic abuse. Sessions are run fortnightly in 2026. | The Haven Information and to register: Ph. 0439 022 785 E: haven@mtbcc.org.au | Mount Barker | Fortnightly 2026 |
| Women are Strong Women do Survive | Free eight-week domestic violence healing and recovery group – safe, confidential and supportive space to explore your experiences and reconnect with your strengths; understand effects of abusive relationships, managing overwhelming emotions, developing safety strategies, women’s roles in family and society, being a person for yourself. | Uniting Communities Registrations are essential: Ph. 8202 5190 | Salisbury | 2026 Feb 4,11, 18,25 March 4,11,18,25 |
| Women are Strong Women do Survive | 8-week support group for women dealing with the effects of abusive relationships. | The Yellow GatePh. 1300 564 164E: admin@theyellowgate.org.auHands of HopePh. 0423 174 221E: Enquiries@handsofhope.asn.au | Outer southern suburbs | To be advisedTo be advised, runs each school termTo be advised |
| 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 Workshops for Supporters, family and friends | Learn about trauma and impacts. Techniques to support regulation and self-care. Educational webinar, not therapeutic. NOT a professional development training. | Blue Knot Check dates online | Online | Ongoing |
| 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 |
| 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 Outreach | 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 |
| SOCIAL CONNECTION | ||||
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Women’s Meditation | Gentle movement, breathwork, relaxing guided meditation | The Haven Whyalla Ph. 0407 251 696 | Whyalla | Thursdays |
| COFFEE & CHAT SOCIAL GROUPS | ||||
| 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 | 2026 Jan 15 Jan 29 Feb 12 Feb 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 | Wednesdays ongoing |
| HEALTH/MENTAL HEALTH | ||||
| Breastscreen SA | Coming to Penola from early January to provide free breast cancer screening to women over the age of 40, especially 40 – 70 years. | Breastscreen SA Ph. 13 20 50 | Penola | Various Late Jan |
| 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 | ||||
| Neurodivergent Two-day workshop for parents | Supporting Neurodiverse children to lead valued and positive lives through understanding and encouragement – comprehensive, interactive 2-day workshop for parents and families. $15/session + $1.75 booking fee. | Reynella Neighbourhood Centre Inc Book here via Humanitix for the Neurodivergent workshops for parents | Old Reynella | Dec 15 and 16 |
| 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 |
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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