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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 05 May 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 |
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SERVICES | ||||
Women are Strong Women do Survive | 8-week support group for women dealing with the effects of abusive relationships. | Hands of Hope Ph. 0423 174 221 E: Enquiries@handsofhope.asn.au | Northern Area | Starts May 7 |
Shark Cage for Women | Course on assertiveness and self-confidence building for women who have experienced abusive or controlling relationships | Anglicare Carla Ph. 8186 8911 E: fif@anglicaresa.com.au The Yellow Gate Ph. 1300 564 164 E: admin@theyellowgate.org.au | Southern suburbs | Starts May 8 |
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. 8186 8900 E: fif@anglicaresa.com.au | 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 |
Art for Healing | Come and explore your creative side with simple art and mindfulness techniques. For women in the community who have been impacted by family and domestic violence. | The Yellow Gate To register call Ph. 1300 564 164 E: admin@theyellowgate.org.au | Address provided on Registration | Starts May 6 |
Trauma-informed yoga | Women in the community who have been impacted by domestic and family violence can join a free, weekly trauma-informed yoga class. | The Yellow Gate To register call Ph. 1300 564 164 E: admin@theyellowgate.org.au | Christies Beach area | Starts May 9 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Volunteers Wanted | The Women’s Information Service is looking for people like you to connect to the community and to make South Australia a safer place for women. | WIS Ph. 8303 0590 Rhiannon M. 0419 165 477 E: wis@sa.gov.au | Whyalla Riverland | Starts May 26 Starts May 26 |
WIS Information Session | Join our online Zoom Information Session to learn about how the Working Women's Centre support women with issues in the workplace. | WIS Working Women’s Centre Register here for the Working Women‘s Centre Information Session | Online | May 13 |
The Plug-in | Help us understand the cost-of-living challenges and co-design a cost-of-livingsupport program for people aged 50+. | COTA SA Wyatt Trust Ph. 8232 0422 E: connect@theplugin.com.au | Adelaide | May 6 |
SOCIAL CONNECTION | ||||
Women’s Gathering Group | A weekly catch-up to connect, learn, and grow—building friendships and supporting each other along the way. | The Haven Goolwa Ph. 0499 407 237 | Strathalbyn | Starts May 15 Fortnightly |
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 Group | Share in creative activities in a relaxed and inviting environment. Bookings essential. | Hackham Community Centre Ph. 8392 3080 E:cchackham@junctionaustralia.org.au | Hackham | Tuesdays |
Coffee & Chat | Learn about planning ahead with wills, Advance Care Directives (ACDs), and Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs). | The Haven Mount Gambier Ph. 8721 2540 | Mount Gambier | May 28 |
Resilient Women | 6-week program looking at self-care, financial empowerment e and more Bookings essential. | The Haven Mount Gambier. Ph. 0472 759 829 E: skranz@centacare.org.au | Mount Gambier | Starts May 9 |
Flourish and Nourish | Monthly sessions chatting about various wellbeing topics. | The Haven Mt Gambier For bookings contact the Mt Gambier Library Ph. 8721 2540 | Mount Gambier | Last Friday of the month, starts May |
Game Day | Cards, Board Games and Bingo. | The Haven Mount Gambier For enquires Ph. 0439 169 925 | Mount Gambier | Mondays |
Ride Her Way | Ride Her Way is a community that connects, empowers and inspires women to be active and ride a bike. Beginner workshops and social rides. | Bike SA Jim Ph. 8406 8251 for bookings Ride Her Way - Register your interest | Salisbury North | Social rides start May 24 |
Wellness Workshop | Series of workshops designed to support and empower you. | Bendigo Bank Elizabeth Rise Community Centre Book here for Wellness Workshop | Elizabeth Downs | May 20 |
EDUCATION | ||||
Women Can - Bus Driver or Short Haul Truck Driver | WomenCan Australia is seeking women interested in joining the transport sector as a Bus Driver or Short Haul Driver. | Women Can Lisa Ph. 0421 956 284 E:adelaidedrive@womencanaustralia.org | Northern & Southern Adelaide | Ongoing |
Basic Computer Skills for Study & Employment | 5-week course to build your computer and digital skills, to feel confident in your path to employment. | City of Marion and City of Mitcham, supported by the Government of South Australia For information Ph. 8277 0304 E: info@marionlife.org.au Register: Basic Computer Skills for Study and Employment Course | Mitchell Park | Starts April 29 |
English Language Skills for Study and Employment | 5-week course will improve your English language skills and prepare you for work and study. | City of Marion and City of Mitcham, supported by the Government of South Australia For information Ph. 8277 0304 E: info@marionlife.org.au Register: English Language Skills for Study an Employment Course | Pasadena | Starts May 1 |
HEALTH | ||||
Dare to Dream | 7-week program. Designed to help women improve their mental and emotional wellbeing through self-care, resilience, and personal growth. | Community Connections Contact Kathryn for more info Ph. 0447 144 119 | Golden Grove Para Hills | Starts May 6 |
BreastScreen SA | BreastScreen SA is visiting areas in South Australia and offering free screening for women over the age of 40. | BreastScreen SAFor more information contact 13 20 50 | Clare | April 11-June 12 |
PARENTING | ||||
Who’s in Charge? | 8-week program for parents or carers of young people (8-18) who are beyond control, violent or defiant. | Centacare | Angle Park | Starts May 7 |
Circle of Security | 7-week program for young women under 25 residing in the Onkaparinga and surrounding area who have experienced the removal of a child/ren and do not have children in their full-time care. | Breathing Space Ph. 8303 6600 E:breathingspace@centacare.org.au | Noarlunga | Starts May 5 |
Bringing Up Great Kids with Young Parents | Are you a parent under the age of 25 years? Come along and learn about children’s development, emotions and more. | Metropolitan Youth Health Service Raquel Ph. 0468 719 301 Anna Ph. 0466 622 864 | Christies Beach | Starts May 20 |
Mum's and Bub's Circle of Security | 8-week program to help parents and carers to understand their child’s emotional needs, and to support your child successfully manage emotions | MYSA Ph. 8212 0085 E: yanna@mysa.com.au | West Croydon | Starts Apr 29 |
Kidstuff | For young pregnant or parenting people under 25 years. Information on health and wellbeing | Metropolitan Youth Health Service Raquel Ph. 0468 719 301 Anna Ph. 0466 622 864 | Christies Beach | Starts May 8 |
Peas in a Pod | This Parenting Group aims to provide a safe, positive and stimulating space for you and your child/ren. | Centacare To register and information Ph. 8515 6310 | Hackham | Starts May 1 |
Circle of Security | 7-week course and learn how to enjoy a more fulfilling relationship with your child. | Centacare E: aldinga@centacare.org.au Ph. 8215 6310 Ph. 8228 8900 Ph. 8228 8900 | Aldinga Elizabeth Downs Adelaide | Starts May 6 Starts May 6 Starts May 13 |
Navigating Neurodiversity | Join us for a free support group for parents and caregivers who care for those with Neurodiversity. | The Haven Goolwa For more information Ph. 0499 407 237 or Deb Ph. 0427 208 937 | Goolwa | Wednesdays during school term |