WOMEN: CHOICE CHANGE
WOMEN: CHOICE CHANGE
Relationships Australia run Women: Choice and Change, an 8-session group for women who have experienced family violence.
The aim of the course is to provide women with the skills and understanding necessary to help them move forward in their lives. During the group, participants will have a chance to connect with others who have had similar experiences, to talk through their issues and to consider positive choices and strategies for the future.
DATES: Mondays starting 19 October
TIME: 10am - 12:30pm
REGISTER - Relationships Australia: 4940 1500
STOP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONFERENCE
STOP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONFERENCE
DATE: Mon 23 – Wed 25 November
VENUE: Hotel Realm Canberra
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WHITE RIBBON BREAKFAST
Hunter White Ribbon Breakfast
DATE: 2 December
TIME: 7am
VENUE: McDonald Jones Stadium
TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/hunter-white-ribbon...
Keynote Speaker at the event is Belinda Reed, Manager of Warlga Ngurra Incorporated.
The theme of this event is Respect in Action: Building a Safer Future Together, and aims to raise awareness of violence against women, encourage community discussion, and promote evidence-based actions to prevent gender-based violence. It emphasises that creating a future free from violence is a shared responsibility and encourages all members of the community to be involved in driving change.
Proceeds from the event will support the Hunter Domestic & Family Violence (DFV) Consortium.
Walk A Mile Koori Style
Walk a Mile, Koori Style 2026
Friday 4th December 2026
This powerful event brings community together to walk, listen, learn and stand in support of all those affected or impacted domestic violence- DV is not gender specific.
Want to stay in the loop? If you’d like to receive Walk a Mile event updates and invitations, please join our mailing list by emailing: Info@warlgangurra.org.au
DFSV Conference
DFSV Conference
for DFSV Practitioners and Researchers
8 & 9 December
University of Newcastle
More details coming
ANTI DISCRIMINATION TRAINING
WED 16 SEPT
ANTI DISCRIMINATION TRAINING
9:30am -1pm
Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre, Booragul
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TRUTH TELLING SESSIONS
TUES 15 SEPT
TRUTH TELLING SESSIONS
1pm - 3:30pm
Windale Hub
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WESNET TECHNOLOGY SAEFTY SUMMIT
WESNET TECHNOLOGY SAEFTY SUMMIT
DATE: 15 - 17 September
VENUE: Brisbane
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TRUTH TELLING SESSIONS
TRUTH TELLING SESSIONS
9:30am - 12noon
Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre, Booragul
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People With Disability Australia BUILDING ACCESS WORKSHOP
WED 9 SEPT
People With Disability Australia
BUILDING ACCESS WORKSHOP
9:30am - 1:30pm
The Place, Charlestown
REGISTER HERE
People With Disability Australia HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS WORKSHOP
TUES 8 SEPT
People With Disability Australia
HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS WORKSHOP
10am - 2:30pm
The Place Charlestown
REGISTER HERE
ANTI DISCRIMINATION TRAINING
ANTI DISCRIMINATION TRAINING
9:30am -1pm
Charlestown Library
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NEWCASTLE DV COMMITTEE FILM FUNDRAISER
NEWCASTLE DV COMMITTEE FILM FUNDRAISER
The Newcastle Domestic Violence Committee is proud to screen the documentary "SILENCED"
DATE: Thursday 3 September
TIME: 6 - 8pm (Arrive by 5:45pm for a 6pm start)
VENUE: Tower Cinemas, King St Newcastle
COST: $25 / $20 concession + booking fee
BUY TICKETS HERE
FASHION PARADE WITH HEART
FASHION PARADE WITH HEART
Allira House refuge fundraiser
2pm
Toronto Uniting Church
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SHARK CAGE – Saturday Program
Got Your Back Sista - Shark Cage Saturday Program
DATES: Saturday 29th of August 2026 for 4 weeks
TIME: 10 am to 2 pm
VENUE: GYBS, Tighes Hill
REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL: https://www.gotyourbacksista.com/programs/shark-cage-2/
The Shark Cage® program is a 4 week program run on a Saturday outside of business hours providing participants with the knowledge and tools to feel empowered, actively decrease the likelihood of further victimisation in their life and to recognise healthy versus unhealthy relationships. This program uses storytelling and hands on activities to create strong kinetic and visual learning designed to heal and empower women who have experienced repeated abuse such as domestic and family violence or sexual assault.
NEWCASTLE RENTERS FORUM
NEWCASTLE RENTERS FORUM
Learn about the NSW Government rental reforms, Smart Rental Bonds, the Rent Check tool, privacy and data protection, and dispute resolution pathways. Hear from the Hon. Anoulack Chanthivong MP, Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading, and the NSW Rental Commissioner, Trina Jones.
DATE: Wednesday 26 August
TIME: 6 – 7:30pm
VENUE: Q Building, 16B Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle
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Empowerment Circle
Got Your Back Sista - Empowerment Circle
DATES: Wednesday during the school term.
TIME: 9:30am to 11am
VENUE: GYBS Tighes Hill
REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL:https://www.gotyourbacksista.com/programs/empowerment-circle/?
FREE weekly Empowerment Circle workshops we will be covering a different topic each week including personal and financial goal setting, stress management, resilience skills, time management, organisational skills, self care, self compassion, kindness to self and others, forgiveness, and vision boarding and meditation.
CLSD HUNTER Q3 MEETING 'HOUSING & HOMELESSNESS'.
THURS 20 AUG
CLSD HUNTER Q3 MEETING
'HOUSING & HOMELESSNESS'.
10am - 12pm
Level 2, 437 Hunter St, Newcastle
RSVP: CLSDhunter@gmail.com
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DV-ALERT 2-DAY FOUNDATIONS WORKSHOP
THURS 20 - FRI 21 AUG
DV-ALERT 2-DAY FOUNDATIONS WORKSHOP
9am - 4:30pm
Apollo International, Charlestown
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Beers, Braids and Body Talk
WGG Beers, Braids and Body Talk
DATE: Wednesday 19 August
TIME: 5:30pm
VENUE: Shout Brewing, Islington
MORE INFO AND TO BOOK: https://www.wegotchugirl.com.au/merch/p/beers-braids-and-body-talk-ajpg4?
An evening designed specifically for dads, father figures, grandfathers, and male caregivers who want to show up for the important moments in their daughters’ lives.
Over a relaxed beer and good conversation, they'll cover how to’s for practical everyday hair styles, while also exploring those hard conversations about bodies, boundaries and consent.
This isn’t a lecture. It’s a hands-on, judgement-free space where dads can learn, ask questions, share experiences, and leave feeling more confident in those everyday moments.
Empowerment Circle
Got Your Back Sista - Empowerment Circle
DATES: Wednesday during the school term.
TIME: 9:30am to 11am
VENUE: GYBS Tighes Hill
REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL:https://www.gotyourbacksista.com/programs/empowerment-circle/?
FREE weekly Empowerment Circle workshops we will be covering a different topic each week including personal and financial goal setting, stress management, resilience skills, time management, organisational skills, self care, self compassion, kindness to self and others, forgiveness, and vision boarding and meditation.
WOMEN'S LEGAL SERVICE NSW WORKSHOP: YOUR KNOWLEDGE, HER SAFETY
TUES 18 AUG
WOMEN'S LEGAL SERVICE NSW WORKSHOP: YOUR KNOWLEDGE, HER SAFETY
9:30am – 4pm
Hunter Women's Centre, Mayfield
$30 per person
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123 MAGIC & EMOTION
THURS 13, 20, 27 AUG
123 MAGIC & EMOTION
10:30am - 1pm
Eastlakes Family Support, Gateshead
REGISTER: 4943 9255 staff@efss.org.au
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GYBS - Rebuild and Reconnect Workshop
Got Your Back Sista Rebuild & Reconnect program
DATE: starts 13 August 2026 for 6 weeks.
TIME: 10am to 12pm
VENUE: GYBS Tighes Hill
REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL: https://www.gotyourbacksista.com/programs/rebuild-and-reconnect-workshop/?
Got Your Back Sista will run ‘Rebuild and Reconnect’, a program developed to help women rebuild their self-esteem, confidence, and resilience when facing adversity. The purpose of this program is to rebuild relationships with friends and family and reconnect with others to form a positive self-identity.
Empowerment Circle
Got Your Back Sista - Empowerment Circle
DATES: Wednesday during the school term.
TIME: 9:30am to 11am
VENUE: GYBS Tighes Hill
REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL:https://www.gotyourbacksista.com/programs/empowerment-circle/?
FREE weekly Empowerment Circle workshops we will be covering a different topic each week including personal and financial goal setting, stress management, resilience skills, time management, organisational skills, self care, self compassion, kindness to self and others, forgiveness, and vision boarding and meditation.
Bringing Up Great Kids - 6 week parenting group
Bringing Up Great Kids - 6 week parenting group
for parents and caregivers of children aged 0 - 12.
DATES: Fridays starting 7 August - 11 September
TIME: 10am - 12noon
VENUE: Waratah Family Centre
REGISTER: 0491 060 916
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Empowerment Circle
Got Your Back Sista - Empowerment Circle
DATES: Wednesday during the school term.
TIME: 9:30am to 11am
VENUE: GYBS Tighes Hill
REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL:https://www.gotyourbacksista.com/programs/empowerment-circle/?
FREE weekly Empowerment Circle workshops we will be covering a different topic each week including personal and financial goal setting, stress management, resilience skills, time management, organisational skills, self care, self compassion, kindness to self and others, forgiveness, and vision boarding and meditation.
Circle Of Security - 7 week parenting group
Circle Of Security - 7 week parenting group
For parents and caregivers of children aged 0 - 12years old.
DATES: Tuesdays, starting 4 August - 15 September
TIME: 12 - 2pm
VENUE: Thou-Walla Family Centre Irrawang Public School
REGISTER: 0491 060 916 / 4987 466
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CIRCLE OF SECURITY
WED 29 JULY - 26 AUG
CIRCLE OF SECURITY
10am - 12pm
Muloobinba, 13 Kelton Street, Cardiff
REGISTER: 4969 5299
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Empowerment Circle
Got Your Back Sista - Empowerment Circle
DATES: Wednesday during the school term.
TIME: 9:30am to 11am
VENUE: GYBS Tighes Hill
REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL:https://www.gotyourbacksista.com/programs/empowerment-circle/?
FREE weekly Empowerment Circle workshops we will be covering a different topic each week including personal and financial goal setting, stress management, resilience skills, time management, organisational skills, self care, self compassion, kindness to self and others, forgiveness, and vision boarding and meditation.
HUNTER HOMELESS CONNECT DAY 2026
Hunter Homeless Connect Day
DATE: 29 JULY 2026
TIME: 9am - 2pm
VENUE: Newcastle Entertainment Centre
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