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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 13 October 2025
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 | ||||
| Resilient Women | Free six-week program. Connections, self-care, gratitude journaling, looking ahead. | The Haven Mount Gambier Bookings essential by Oct 24 Suzie Kranz Ph. 0472 759 829 E: skranz@centacare.org.au | Mount Gambier | 31 Oct to Dec 5 |
| The Storyteller’s Lens | Photography workshop and exhibition. Learn photography skills - What does Strength and/or courage mean, conversations and awareness. Must have your own phone. | The Haven Mount Gambier, Uniting Communities, Mount Gambier Library Ph. 0472 759 829 Bookings Essential | Mount Gambier | Nov 4 |
| 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 Ongoing Ongoing |
| Shark Cage | 8-week group to help women build a strong ‘shark cage’ of human rights and explore how to recognise respectful ‘dolphins’ from abusive ‘sharks’. Empowerment to heal. Selfcare. | Uniting Communities P. 0447 525 288 E: NoarlungaFR@unitingcommunities.org | Christies Beach | Oct 14 to Dec 2 |
| 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 | Oct 31 Nov 14 Dec 5 |
| Tax Help | If you earn $70K or less a year and have simple tax affairs, you may be eligible for free assistance to lodge your Tax Return. | Contact Women's Information Service to check your eligibility and book your appointment: | Adelaide | Thursdays to Oct 30 |
| 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 | Oct 15 - Dec 3 To be advised |
| Shark Cage for Women | Course on assertiveness and self-confidence building for women who have experienced abusive or controlling relationships. Eight weeks, free. Recommended you complete Women are Strong group prior to Shark Cage. No creche. | Outer southern suburbs Inner southern | Oct 15 - Dec 3 Oct 16 - Dec 4 | |
| 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 | Nov 3 – Dec 8 |
| 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 |
| 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 Oct, Nov to Dec 11 |
| HeARTful Healing | Unwind with paint by numbers or create with a blank canvas for Mental Health Awareness Month | The Haven Whyalla Enquiries: 0407 251 696 | Whyalla | Fridays in Oct |
| Swap and Grow | Bring cuttings, seedlings or small plants to share with others and take new ones home. | The Haven Whyalla Ph. 0477 219 410 | Whyalla | 1st Thursday of the month |
| 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 | ||||
| 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 | Oct 23 |
| 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 | ||||
| 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 |
| Setting Financial Goals | Learn how to set financial goals using different strategies and tools – financial independence, recognising your strengths, setting financial goals. | Financial Independence Hub Good Shepherd. Register here for Setting your Financial Goals webinar | Online | Oct 23 |
| 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 |
| Discovering my Money Strengths | Understanding your strengths and money personality | Financial Independence Hub Good Shepherd Register here for Discovering my Money Strengths | Online | Nov 4 |
| Northern Adelaide Jobs and Careers Expo | For school leavers and secondary students. Discover local job opportunities, connect with employers and support services, interactive workshops. Get help with resumes, networking and making industry contacts. | City of Playford and Workforce Australia | Elizabeth | Oct 30 |
| Catherine Helen Spence Scholarship | Applications are now open. This scholarship provides up to $25,000 in financial support for a woman to investigate social problems or study in the field of social science in Australia and overseas. | Department of Human Services | South Australia | Applications close Nov 3 |
| Get Set Workshop and Essentials Day | Learn skills for job search and interviewing. | SYC Ph: 7231 8200 E: elizabeth@syc.net.au | Elizabeth | Oct 21 |
| HEALTH/MENTAL HEALTH | ||||
| Breast Cancer Awareness Month - October | If you’ve booked everything else – now book your breast screen. A free appointment takes just 15 minutes and could save your life. | Breast Screen SA Online Bookings for BreastscreenSA here Ph. 132050 | Various locations | October |
| Dementia Coffee and Chat | Learn more about Dementia and how to assist those who are living with it. | Mount Gambier Haven and Dementia Australia Bookings essential: Ph. 8721 2540 | Mount Gambier | Oct 29 |
| 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 |
| BreastScreen SA | BreastScreen SA is coming to West Lakes from early October to November. Free breast cancer screening for women over the age of 40. | BreastScreen SA Book: Ph. 13 20 50 Book here for Breastscreen SA | West Lakes | Oct - Nov |
| Reclaiming Her Voice | A six-week creative writing program for women healing from trauma. Learn mindfulness and expressive writing techniques to reclaim your voice. | Supported by City of Onkaparinga | Aldinga | Oct 22 to Nov 26 |
| 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 | ||||
| Parenting Connection | Support for individuals experiencing psychosis, suicidal distress, other emotional distress – one-to-one connection, group connection and a safe community space. | Book here for the Parenting Connection Group via Humanitix | Old Reynella | Monthly until Nov 2025 |
| Circle of Security | 8 sessions. For parents or carers about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported /strengthened. | Uniting Communities Bookings: Ph. 0428 779 775 E: NoarlungaFRC@unitingCommunities.org | Seacombe Gardens | Oct 16 to Dec 4 |
| Circle of Security | Understand more about your child’s behaviour. Seven-week course to learn how to enjoy a more fulfilling relationship with your child. | Centacare Bookings essential: Ph: 8228 8900 | Elizabeth Downs | Starts Oct 21 |
| Who’s In Charge | Eight-week program for parents/carers of people aged 8-18 who are beyond control, violent or defiant. Individual strategies for managing behaviour, increasing safety and well-being. | Centacare Enquiries and referrals: Trevor Ph. 0410 698 907 Centacare Ph. 8228 8900 | Port Adelaide | Starts Oct 22 |
| 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 | Oct 21 Nov 4, 18 Dec 2 |
| Peas in a Pod | Nine-week parenting/caregiver group, for those looking to connect with other families in the community – friendships and connection, knowledge and support, increase your confidence around parenting. | Hackham Community Centre Information and registration: Ph. 8215 6310 | Hackham | Start Oct 16 |
| Showing up for your Kids | Four-week workshop for Mums with children on a 12-month order or less. Offers support, guidance and practical strategies to assist making positive changes in the interest of children. | The Reily Foundation | Adelaide | Start Oct 20 |
| Bringing up great kids | Parenting program delivered over 6 sessions that is interactive and highly recognised for parents of young children to help raise happy, confident kids. | Uniting Communities To book: Ph. 0428 799 755 E: NoarlungaFRC@unitingcommunities.org | Aldinga Beach or online via MS Teams (link provided on registration) | Wednesdays Oct 15 to Nov 19 Online Oct 14 to Dec 19 |
| Bringing up great kids | Understand your child’s behaviour and learn more about parenting styles and strategies to support their development and wellbeing self-support their development and wellbeing self-care and where to find support. Two-hour weekly sessions. | Relationships Australia SA Bookings essential: Ph. 8255 3323 or fill out the enquiry form online: Register here for Bringing Up Great Kids | Group Workshop for Parents and Carers | Elizabeth Park | Starts Nov 2 |
| Navigating Neurodiversity | Join us in this free support group for parents and caregivers who care for those with neurodiversity. | The Haven Goolwa Ph.0499 407 237 Deb Ph. 0427 208 937 | Goolwa | Weds fortnightly |
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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