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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 12 October 2026
All programs are free/low cost unless otherwise noted. For more details, please visit our Facebook page.
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| Program | Description | Provider | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICES | ||||
| Women Are Strong Women Do Survive | 8-week domestic violence recovery & healing group program. Explore the effects of abusive or harmful relationships, manage overwhelming emotions & gain strategies for personal safety. | Lutheran Care To register: Ph. Kendall on 0490 255 163 | Western Adelaide | Starts Oct 21 |
| Shark Cage | 8-week program to help increase your knowledge of healthy & unhealthy relationships, build capacity to set boundaries & help you recognise a potentially abusive person. | Aboriginal Family Support Services Ph. 0459 890 805 (Metro) Ph. 0499 889 729 (Mount Gambier) Ph. 0417 255 724 (Port Lincoln) | Metro Mount Gambier Port Lincoln | Starts Oct 22 |
| Walk for Respect | Bring your colleagues, friends and family and stand together in a peaceful walk of solidarity. Together, let’s say NO to Domestic Violence and YES to Respectful Relationships. | Rotary SA Groups: Chair@WalkForRespect.au | Victoria Square | Nov 7 |
| Western Collaboration Against Family and Domestic Abuse Community Forum | For community members & service providers to raise awareness, build capacity & discuss best practice in supporting our communities who experience Family & Domestic Abuse. | Western Collaboration Against Family and Domestic Abuse Bookings essential: Register here for the forum via Eventbrite | Woodville | Nov 11 |
| Connection, Strength and Recovery Program | Survivors of intimate partner abuse share strategies for their recovery journey, engage in safety & DV education discussions & support one another. 8-week group, ongoing casual social drop-in groups, or 1 on 1 support to reconnect to self, community & others. | Women’s Safety Services SA For more information: Ph. 0401 390 405 | Eastern, Central or Western Adelaide | Starts mid Oct |
| Ignite | Event to empower women at risk or experiencing homelessness. A safe & welcoming space offering resources, activities & opportunities tailored to the specific needs of women. | Hutt St Centre For more information: Ph. 8418 2500 | Adelaide | First Thurs of every month |
| Completing a National Redress Scheme Application: What You Need to Know | Free online webinar for victim-survivors and supporters. Hear from a Redress applicant and two Knowmore lawyers, with practical information about getting advice and tips for completing a Redress application. | Knowmore Legal Service | Online | Oct 15 |
| Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme | South Australia’s Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS) allows people at risk of domestic violence to access information about a current or former partner to inform their safety. | SAPOL | Online | Ongoing |
| Women are Strong | 8-week support and information program that explores what is abuse, the different types and effects of abuse, support services, self-care strategies, and ways to move forward to rebuild your life. |
Hands of Hope Ph. 0423 174 221 E. enquiries@handsofhope.asn.au | Location provided upon registration | School Terms |
| Domestic Violence, Family and Sexual Violence Counselling | Experienced counsellors providing safe and confidential support for women impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence. Sessions weekly, fortnightly or as one-off/ad-hoc. |
Yellow Gate Ph. 1300 564 164 E: admin@theyellowgate.org.au | Location provided upon registration | Tues |
| From Strength to Strength | 6-week program for women who have experienced relationship trauma – building resilience and self-awareness, conflict management, build healthier relationships. |
Intake by Anglicare Ph. 8186 8911 | Various | Runs alternative terms |
| Women are Strong | 8-week educational support group. Confused by your partner/ex-partner’s behaviour? Reconnect with your personal strengths, manage overwhelming emotions, develop strategies for personal safety. |
Yellow Gate Ph. 1300 564 164 Initial intake assessment for participants. | To be advised | Starts Oct 14 |
| Shark Cage | 8-week assertiveness and self-confidence building course, a human rights approach for women who have experienced abusive or controlling relationships. | Relationships Australia SA | To be advised | 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 |
Fri during term time Weds during term time |
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 | 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 talk to WIS via Live Chat on our webpage. Visit www.wis.sa.gov.au and click on “Chat now” Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. | Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 | Online | Ongoing |
| SOCIAL CONNECTION/COFFEE & CHAT | ||||
| Social Connect Program | Arts & crafts group with morning tea. The program aims to reduce social isolation, promote a healthy lifestyle & increase cultural knowledge | Marra Dreaming, Warntapinthi For more information: Ph. Mary on 8285 2311 | Salisbury | Wed |
| New Neighbours Welcome | Come & meet friendly people from your community & learn about your area. A gathering celebrating all cultures & offering food, friendships, information & activities for children. | City of Onkaparinga, Greek Orthodox Church of St Andrew For more information: Ph. 0481 057 999 | Christie Downs | Nov 7 |
| Coffee & Chat | For women in the community who have been impacted by Domestic & Family Violence. Join for coffee & a chance for social connection. | The Yellow Gate To register: Ph. 1300 564 164 | Noarlunga | Oct 26 |
| Queer Yarn | Fortnightly group for LGBTQ+ people & allies that are passionate about fibre arts, wanting to meet new people & build community. Bring your project or learn something new! | The Queer Society |
Glandore | Starts Oct 13 Starts Oct 22 |
| Coffee and a Chat presents Cooking on a Budget | Join as Jane shares a few recipes & ideas from her own cooking & take whatever tips you can! Let’s celebrate frugal cooking & the joy of making something wonderful from very little. | The Haven Mt Gambier, Centacare Bookings essential: Ph. 8721 2540 | Mount Gambier | Oct 28 |
| Death Cafe | An informal gathering where people come together to talk openly about death, dying, grief, and mortality in a relaxed setting, often over tea, coffee, and cake. | District Council of Yankalilla Alcohol and Drug Foundation Bookings essential: | Yankalilla | Oct 23 |
| 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 | Weds |
| 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 | Tues |
| FITNESS | ||||
| Spark Nature Walk | Join for a low to medium intensity walk that goes for about 1 hour. Connect with nature, followed by a cuppa if you’d like to stay & chat. | Spark No need to book, just turn up! E: hayley@sparkconnection.org.au | Mylor | Nov 1 |
| Ride Her Way | Local women’s ride offering a welcoming atmosphere to follow a safe & guided route for cyclists of all abilities & gain tips on cycling safety. | Bike SA, City of Salisbury | Salisbury | Oct 17 & 31 Nov 7, 14, 21 & 28 |
| Walking on Country | Fitness hiking program for First Nations Women, created to explore trails in a culturally safe space. Connect to Country, improve your health, fitness and wellbeing, and participate in Yarning Circles | Healthy Self Fitness Bookings essential: | Adelaide Hills | Sat |
| 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 | Fri |
| TAX HELP | ||||
| Tax Help at WIS | Free tax help at Women’s Information Service! Do you earn $70k or less and need a hand with your tax return? Our centre is partnering with the ATO to offer Tax Help appointments with ATO-trained volunteers. |
Australian Taxation Office (ATO) Women’s Information Service Bookings essential: Ph. 8303 0590 | Adelaide | Until Oct 29 |
| Tax Help at Whyalla Haven | ATO-trained volunteers can assist women with lodging their tax return if they earn $70k or less |
ATO, The Haven Whyalla To book: Ph. 0407 251 696 | Whyalla | Until Oct |
| LEGAL | ||||
| Free legal advice for women | Advice can be given on matters such as separation, divorce, domestic & family violence, intervention orders, property settlement, parenting agreements or orders, child support. | Uniting Communities Law Centre Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 3 appointments available | Adelaide | Oct 27 |
| Legal Outreach | Legal advice appointments and information sessions available from Women’s Legal Service or Southern Community Justice Services SA. |
The Yellow GateBookings essential: Ph. 1300 564 164 E: admin@theyellowgate.org.au | Address provided on registration | Ongoing |
| Legal Outreach | Legal Services Commission offers free legal info & advice. Speak to a lawyer about your situation & see if an in-person appointment is right for you. |
Legal Services Commission (LSC) To access this service: Ph. 1300 366 424 | Murray Bridge | Thurs |
| EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT | ||||
| Digital Confidence | Program for CALD women to learn practical computer skills, build confidence using online services & discover how to share your knowledge to support other women in your community. | Baptcare, STTARS, Office for Women Ph. 8303 0590 | Adelaide | Oct 22 & 29 Nov 5 |
| Financial Fitness | 3-week course designed to foster financial prosperity & positive money habits among Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander individuals. | Aboriginal Family Support Services For more information & to book: Ph. Tim on 0460 752 834 | Noarlunga | Starts Nov 4 |
| Flying Start Pathways Program | Interested in exploring a rewarding & meaningful career helping children learn & grow? Attend the information session for the 4-week Flying Start Pathways Program Pre-certificate taster course. | Gowrie SA, The Umbrella Collective To register for the info session: Ph. 1800 129 606 (option 2) E: pathways@gowriesa.org.au | Salisbury | Oct 21 |
| Volunteers Wanted – Whyalla Haven | Empower local women with info & give back to the community as a Haven volunteer. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact & want to make SA safer for women, we want YOU! | Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 Ph. Rhiannon on 0419 165 477 | Whyalla | Ongoing |
| SALVOS Moneycare | Pop in and chat with Salena from Moneycare about how she can support you |
Haven Mt. Gambier, Centacare, The Salvation Army Ph. 8721 2540 | Mount Gambier |
Fri 10-12pm |
| Click into Confidence |
Computer & Word Basics build your digital skills. 1 hour session Max of 2 people per session |
Women’s Information Service Bookings essential Ph. 8303 0590 E: wis@sa.gov.au | Adelaide | Thurs |
| Study Group for Parents |
Designed for busy parents, this group offers dedicated time for study, financial tasks or research. Creche available |
Goolwa Children’s Centre To book: Ph. 8555 2509 | Goolwa | Mon |
| Women’s Employment Assistance Drop-in | Discuss work options and receive help with your CV. | The Haven Goolwa For more info: Ph. 0499 407 237 | Goolwa | Thurs |
| Report Writing Assistance | Consult with a Haven Volunteer for help formatting your report for a Government Service. |
The Haven Goolwa Book appointment: Ph. 0499 407 237 | Goolwa | Mon |
| HEALTH & WELLBING | ||||
| Women’s Mindful Moment | Join for a calming & creative session outdoors, designing your own mini zen garden. | The Haven Whyalla, Centacare Limited spaces: Ph. 0407 251 696 | Whyalla | Oct 22 |
| Ahmadiyya Muslim Women Cooking Classes | The Ahmadiyya Muslim Women Aldinga Chapter are back to share their cooking skills & delicious dishes with our community. Just bring yourself! | City of Onkaparinga Bookings essential: Ph. 8384 0070 | Morphett Vale | Nov 9 |
| Women’s Nunga Pamper Day | All Aboriginal women welcome to join for a culturally safe, empowering pampering session to relax, reconnect & be cared for. Pamper activities include facials, nails, hair styles & more. | Marra Dreaming, Warntapinthi Spots are limited. To secure & save your booking: Ph. 0472 567 735 | Salisbury | Nov 6 |
| Research: Exploring alcohol, everyday life and hope | Women aged 45-64 & living on a low income invited to take part in a research study. How can changes to women’s environments & conditions of daily life foster hope & reduce heavy drinking? | Adelaide University, La Trobe University, Torrens University For more information: | South Australia | Ongoing |
| Reclaiming Her Voice | 6-week creative writing group for women who are healing from trauma & want to reconnect with themselves through the power of words. | Her Voice Collective | Aldinga Beach | Starts Oct 21 |
| Mindshare Visual Art Exhibition | The exhibition features powerful works by South Australian creatives with lived experience of mental health challenges through this year’s theme, Find Your Way to Wellbeing. | Mental Health Coalition of SA Venues for opening hours: North Adelaide Community Centre, Minor Works Building & Hutt St Library | Adelaide | Oct 1-Oct 31 |
| Breaking Down Breast Cancer | Come & gain a greater understanding of the risk factors, warning signs & diet for breast cancer prevention. Learn from a qualified nutritionist & breast cancer survivor in a safe space. | Goodwood Community Centre Bookings essential: | Goodwood | Oct 30 |
| Trauma-Informed Yoga | Women impacted by Domestic & Family Violence can join a weekly yoga class. Engage in a practice promoting reduced stress & anxiety, relief from pain, better sleep, less anger & impulse control. | The Yellow Gate To register: Ph. 1300 564 164 | Christies Beach | From Oct 16 |
| Emotion Regulation and Distress Tolerance Group | 8-week program drawing on Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills. Discover practical strategies to manage stress, understand your emotions, strengthen resilience & stay grounded. | ACAP Clinic Self-referrals welcome: | Online | Starts Oct 22 |
| Mindful Moments | During mental health month join us for a morning/afternoon tea designed to help you slow down, reset & focus on you. Event includes mindfulness activities & DIY affirmation cards. | Wara Yindi Support Services, Mental Health Coalition of SA, BPD Collaborative | Whyalla | Oct 15 |
| BreastScreen SA | Free breast cancer screening for women over the age of 40, especially those aged 50 to 74 years. |
BreastScreen SA Book online here for a Breastscreen SA appointment Ph. 13 20 50 | Naracoorte Tanunda Victor Harbor | Until Nov 9 Until Nov 13 Until Dec 10 |
| PARENTING | ||||
| Bringing Up Great Kids | 6-week program helping parents & carers understand child development, encourage positive behaviour & reflect on parenting styles. | Department for Education, Learning Together Communities Bookings essential: Ph. 8382 5950 | O’Sullivan Beach | Starts Oct 21 |
| Bringing Up Great Kids | 6-week program to develop skills in positive relationships & promote respectful interaction in engaging with your children or kids in care. | Aboriginal Family Support Services Bookings essential: Ph. Annette on 0459 890 805 | Paralowie | Starts Oct 20 |
| Circle of Security | 8-week program focuses on what makes a child feel safe, secure & protected. Learn about the natural connection between parents/caregivers & children, feelings, how not to blame, etc. | Aboriginal Family Support Services For more information: | Paralowie Noarlunga Port Augusta Mount Gambier | Starts Oct 20 |
| Play in the Park | All children aged 0-4 years & their families are welcome to celebrate Children’s Week. Activities, healthy snacks & water provided. | City of Playford For more info & to register: | Elizabeth Park | Oct 29 |
| Tuning in to Teens | Workshop for parents & carers of teens experiencing mental health concerns. Gain skills to support your teen’s mental health & help them manage their emotions. | Headspace, Centacare Ph. 08 8303 6660 | Port Adelaide | Nov 3 |
| Peaceful Parents | 4-week workshop that aims to strengthen family life and equip parents with peaceful parenting strategies. | Anglicare SA To register: Ph. 1800 569 094 | Hackham | Starts Oct 21 |
| Teach-Do-Learn | Parenting program bringing together parents, carers & children aged up to 4 years for fun & educational experiences. Practical hands-on play & learning activities with qualified educators. | Gowrie SA, Anglicare SA, Communities for Children For enquiries: Ph. 8234 5219 | Christie Downs | Starts Oct 15 |
| Who’s in Charge? | 8-week program for parents/carers of young people (8-18) who are beyond control, violent or defiant. Explore ways of increasing safety & wellbeing, strategies to manage behaviours, etc. | Reconnect, City of PAE, Centacare Enquiries & referrals: Ph. Trevor on 0410 698 907 Ph. 8228 8900 | Lightsview | Starts Oct 21 |
| Little Steps | Trauma informed & culturally responsive 7-week program for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander women seeking info on strengthening family relationships & looking after your wellbeing. | for referral form | Port Adelaide Davoren Park | Starts Oct 20 Starts Oct 21 |
| Mum’s Space | Quiet, supportive space to connect with other Mums, through bump, birth and beyond. Babies 0 – 6 months old welcome. Fortnightly. |
The Haven Whyalla For more information: Ph. 0407 251 696 E: whyallahaven@ccsa.org.au | Whyalla | Until Nov 11 |
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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