Mind-Ed Margaret River

Self Seen Margaret River - Weekly walk
2026-06-21 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth)
Join Self Seen Margaret River for their weekly BBQ & walk

You’re warmly invited to connect with the Self Seen Margaret River community — a local men’s mental health and connection group creating space for honest conversations, support, and genuine mateship.

Every Sunday at 7:00amRotary Park, Margaret RiverFree event

We gather for a relaxed, free BBQ brekky, a gentle walk, a chat, and a coffee. It’s a welcoming environment for men of all ages and backgrounds — dads, retirees, FIFO workers, newcomers to the region, and anyone looking for connection. Children are welcome too.

There’s no pressure and no expectations. Come along, move at your own pace, listen, talk if you’d like, and simply be part of a community built on honesty, vulnerability, and the belief that “No One Walks Alone.”

We’d love to have you join us.

Ryan: 0458 565 299Mark: 0427 700 520Contact: selfseenmargaretriver@gmail.com

See them on Facebook: Self-Seen-Margaret-River

Monthly Men's circle
2026-06-16 18:00 - 20:00
Join Self Seen Margaret River for their Men’s Circle.

You’re warmly invited to connect with the Self Seen Margaret River community — a local men’s mental health and connection group creating space for honest conversations, support, and genuine mateship.

Our monthly men’s circle is an opportunity for men to engage in a more intimate and genuine conversation about their lives. The circle provides a confidential and safe space for men to be open, honest, and vulnerable. It’s a space to share our challenges and to celebrate our wins.

All men are welcome.

There is no expectations, no judgement, and no pressure.

Date: Every third Tuesday of the monthLocation: Margaret River Community Centre, small meeting roomTime: 6:00-8:00 pmFree event

Phone: Mark 0427 700 520Contact: selfseenmargaretriver@gmail.com

See them on Facebook: Self-Seen-Margaret-River

The ASK Workshop: Assessing Suicide in Kids | Online
2026-04-07 08:30 - 13:30
Children experience the world differently from adults—and that includes how they show distress or think about suicide.

Approaches designed for adults don’t always work for young children, which is why the ASK Workshop: Assessing Suicide in Kids is so important.

This online workshop is for professionals working with children and young people aged 5-14 years old. The ASK Workshop is completed across two days plus reading completed prior to the live workshop.

The ASK Workshop challenges commonly held notions about children’s capacity to consider suicide.

In 2022, suicide was the second leading cause of child death in Australian children aged 5 -17 years.

Participants learn

How to talk about death with children

How to talk about suicide with children

Developmentally appropriate strategies and tools to identify young children at risk of suicide

How to quickly gather and organise details needed to assess risk

How to explore and consider protective factors to inform safety planning

To consider common challenges when working with parents and possible solutions

Important Course Information

Pre-Workshop reading is required to be completed prior to the workshop to be permitted access to the live stream.

Pre-reading is via online modules, no later than the 10th March to access the course that starts 12th March at 8:30 am.Your live stream link and pre-reading will be emailed to you in the days prior to the training.The live stream will go from 8:30am to 1:30pm Thursday 12 March and 8:30am to 1:30pm Friday 13 March 2026.

Course Structure

Participants learn using case studies, guided simulations, discussion and practice using an assessment tool.

Following the course

Participants will have an increased understanding and alertness to the fact that children can be at risk of suicide. They will know what risk factors to look out for and feel confident approaching the subject of death and suicide with a child. Participants receive a risk assessment tool, a quick reference tool and a certificate.

Course length: 9 hours – delivered across two live streams over two consecutive days (4.5 hours per day)plus 1-2 hours of self-paced pre-workshop reading

Participants receive

A risk assessment tool

A quick reference tool

A certificate

Mind-Ed members – contact workshops@mind-ed.org.au for your discount code.

Need support to attend?

Ask about community scholarships to waive course fees.

Contact workshops@mind-ed.org.au

Register for this event via the QR code or by following this link.

Accidental Counsellor
2026-02-27 09:15 - 13:15
Talk Ask Listen Connect – Accidental Counsellor Training Accredited by QIP – Suicide Prevention Australia (SPA 1243)

This workshop empowers participants to become effective Accidental Counsellors, equipping them with essential skills to support individuals in crisis. Attendees will learn communication techniques and deepen their understanding of mental health and suicide prevention.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to guide those in distress toward safety and support while also prioritising their own mental wellbeing.

Objectives

Increase mental health literacy

Increased self-awareness

Develop skills to initiate caring conversations

Increased awareness of signs of stress or psychological distress

Increased capacity to support others and connect them with safety

Increased understanding of supporting one’s own mental health and wellbeing while supporting others.

Please note

This workshop focuses on supporting those in mental health crisis, which includes thoughts of suicide, self-harm, and suicide bereavement. This is an educational workshop and not a group counselling event.

If you are recently bereaved by suicide, reach out to StandBy on 1300 727 247 for support.

If you have your own thoughts of suicide, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 for support.

About Mind-Ed

Previously known as Mindful Margaret River, Mind-Ed is a grassroots organisation focused on mental health, wellbeing, and community connection in the Augusta Margaret River region.

Mind-Ed offers advocacy, training, community education programs, resource navigation, and prevention-focused initiatives to support mental health across the lifespan.

Mind-Ed is the community’s trusted connector for mental health and wellbeing—bridging the gap between local people and the support they need through advocacy, education, and collaboration. We partner with local services, schools, and government agencies to ensure our region is not only seen—but supported.

Register for this event via the QR code or by following this link.

Self Seen Margaret River to Host Community BBQ Promoting Connection, Conversation and Mental Wellbeing
2026-02-22 10:00 - 11:30
Peter Durey, Mark Bailey and Ryan Nilsson-Linne

Self Seen Margaret River, a local men’s mental health and connection group, will host a community BBQ on Sunday February 22 at 10am, inviting families, women, and men of all ages to come along, meet the group, and learn more about what Self Seen is all about.

Founded by local men, Self Seen Margaret River exists to create a relaxed, welcoming space where men can meet, walk, talk, and support one another—without judgement, pressure, or professional labels. Every Sunday morning we meet at 7am for a free BBQ brekky, walk, chat, and coffee at Rotary Park.

“We’re just average blokes,” says Ryan Nilsson-Linne. “We’re not therapists—just men that have been through a bit and know how important it is to have other men around you who you can be honest with.”

The group’s motto, ‘No One Walks Alone’, reflects far more than their regular walks. It speaks to the importance of men supporting one another in everyday life—starting the week with connection, movement, and conversation to build resilience and a positive foundation for the days ahead.

“It’s the courage to turn off for ourselves and each other that keeps us growing,” says Mark Bailey. “Honesty and vulnerability is our true strength.”

While many men already have connections through sport, work, or social circles, Self Seen offers something different.

“This is a more relaxed and intimate environment,” Ryan explains. “A space where a conversation about mental health is treated the same as a chat about the cricket. You can be yourself, meet people from different walks of life, and feel comfortable opening up—or just listening.”

Self Seen Margaret River is supported by Mind-Ed Margaret River, giving the group access to helpful resources while remaining community-led and peer-driven.

The group places no age restrictions on who can attend. While many participants are working men or recently retired, Self Seen also welcomes dads, single fathers, and men who are FIFO or have moved to the region for work and are looking to build new connections. Children are welcome to attend with parents, recognizing that many dads find it difficult to find time due to family commitments.

For men who feel hesitant or anxious about attending something new, the message is simple: there is no pressure.

“You can come for a feed and keep to yourself, walk at your own pace, or just sit and listen. If you want to talk, someone will be there. If you don’t, that’s fine too. No judgement. No competition.”

The community BBQ on February 22 is designed as an open invitation for the wider Margaret River community to see firsthand what Self Seen stands for—connection, support, and showing up for yourself and others.

Location: Rotary Park Margaret River

Welcome to 2026 Sundowner Margaret River
2026-02-20 18:00 - 20:00
Light refreshments provided. Places are limited. (This is a ticketed event).Margaret River Brewhouse, 35 Bussell Highway, Margaret River.

Registrations are essential, visit:ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/swhpn200226n-mr/reg or scan the QR code with your mobile phone.

As we gear up to another busy year join friends and colleagues from your region at theMargaret River Brewhouse to catch up and network. There will be games for the childrenand an outdoor play area.

This is a free event. To become a member of the South West Health Professionals Network – visitswhpn.com.au/network (membership is free). For more information, please contact SWHPN CoordinatorJune Foulds at june.foulds@ruralhw.com.au

SWHPN 20 2 26 PDF flyerDownload

South West Health Professional Network | Welcome 2026 | Sundowner
2026-02-15 15:00 - 18:00
As we gear up to another busy year join friends and colleagues at the scenic Waters Edge Bistro & Function Centre on the water in Bunbury to catchup and network. Bouncy castle and games for the children will make it a lovely relaxing family friendly Sunday afternoon.

Register here

Mind-Ed Annual General Meeting
2025-12-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Shire of Augusta Margaret River, Mainbreak Meeting Room
Our annual general meeting (AGM) is a yearly gathering of our members to discuss Mind-Ed’s performance, financial report and make key decisions. At our AGM, members receive updates, ask questions to leadership, and vote on matters such as electing board members or committee members. These meetings are a vital part of our corporate and organizational governance, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Who attends?

Members are our primary attendees and have the right to vote.

It is also open to anyone in the community that is interested in Mind-Ed and learning more.

Annual General Meeting – AGENDA

AGM – 22 November 2024 – MINUTES

Nomination form – BOARD NOMINATION FORM

Advocacy WA Roadshow
2025-11-14 09:30 - 16:00
Advocacy WA is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation that supports people with disability to understand their rights, speak up, and have a voice in decisions that affect their lives.

They cover the entire South West, and work alongside individuals, families, and communities to promote inclusion, accessibility, and equality. Our team provides independent advocacy, delivers training and workshops across the region, and leads innovative projects that build confidence, connection, and leadership among people with disability. At their core, they believe that everyone deserves to be heard, respected, and supported to live life their way.

The Roadshow focuses on inclusion, rights, and self-advocacy for people with disability, and they know that the rate of people experiencing mental health conditions alongside disability is high. This overlap is only exacerbated in regional and remote communities, especially as more services withdraw from country areas.

What’s On the Day

Get ready for a full day of connection, learning, and fun!

Here’s what you can expect at the Advocacy WA Roadshow:

Welcome – Start the day with friendly faces, light activities, and an Acknowledgement of Country as we set the tone for inclusion and respect.

Quality & Safeguards Session – Learn what good, safe, and respectful support looks like under the NDIS. Perfect for both participants and providers.

Self-Advocacy in Action – Build your confidence and communication skills. Learn how to speak up, make decisions, and express your needs clearly and respectfully.

All Access Showcase – Discover what makes an event or venue inclusive, and try our Empathy Suit and Vision Goggles to experience accessibility firsthand.

Knowing Your Rights – Understand your rights under the NDIS, including dignity, choice, and control — and how to act if something doesn’t feel right.

D-Connect Local Meet-Up – Join a friendly community chat about inclusion in your area. Share ideas and help shape future local projects.

Peer Mentor & Volunteer Info Session – Learn how to get involved with Advocacy WA as a Peer Mentor and support others to grow their confidence and leadership.

Community Reflection Circle – End the day with a relaxed group reflection, celebrating what we’ve learned and the connections we’ve built.

Free morning tea and lunch provided.Accessible, inclusive, and open to all.

There’s something for everyone come along, learn new skills, and help make the South West a place where everyone belongs.

RSVP today

Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training
2025-11-13 09:00 - 2025-11-14 16:30 | Bunbury Tower, Level 10, Bunbury Tower, Victoria Street, Bunbury, Washington
Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention is a two-day workshop designed for professionals and para-professionals in the human services whose roles bring them into regular contact with people at risk of suicide.

This workshop aims to help participants: Gain an understanding of the problem of suicide Identify suicide risk Provide a framework for risk assessment and intervention Develop appropriate intervention skills Understand the limits to confidentiality and importance of consultation Gain an understanding of self-harming behaviour Gain an understanding of the link between mental disorders and suicidal behaviours Understand the importance of postvention

We acknowledge that attending a workshop that discusses suicide may bring up difficult and distressing emotions for people, especially for those who have been personally or professionally impacted by suicide. Therefore, we ask that you consider whether this is an appropriate time for you to attend a session before registering. If you are uncertain or wish to discuss further you are encouraged to contact the Department of Education Gatekeeper Coordinator at gatekeepersuicideprevention@education.wa.edu.au or Suicide Prevention Coordinators on suicideprevention.southwest@sjog.org.au

ATTENTION Department of Education – please note that you will also need to register your attendance at this workshop via PLIS for it to be recorded as professional development. To do this, please provide your name and the details of the workshop you have attended to Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention to receive the PLIS link to log your attendance.

9.00am to 4.30pm (Full attendance on both days is essential to complete the course) Please arrive by 8.45am each day to ensure a prompt 9am start

Morning tea & refreshments are provided. Participants will need to bring/purchase their own lunch.

Register Here

Community Engagement Event - Mental Health Services for young people (0-17yrs)
2025-11-11 11:30 - 13:00
Acute Care Response TeamSouth West Infant Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (SW ICAMHS) offers specialised mental health support to young people (0-17 yrs) and their families who are experiencing moderate to severe mental health problems. As part of the further development of the service, SW ICAMHS will additionally provide an acute care response team (ACRT) to children, who can be safely supported in the community.Please join us to hear more about the planned ACRT and provide your feedback

SW ICAMHS ACRT Poster

Lamp & Mental Health Housing Drop In
2025-11-07 10:00 - 14:00
Housing and Support Drop-In

Date: Friday 7 NovemberTime: 10:00am – 2:00pmVenue: Marg’s Soupie at the Margaret River Community Resource Centre

Mind-Ed is proud to share this important community partnership between LAMP and Accordwest, offering free drop-in support to help locals access essential housing and identification services.

If you or someone you know needs help completing Department of Housing applications or requires ID support to get started, friendly staff from LAMP and Accordwest will be available on the day to guide you through the process.

There’s no appointment needed – everyone is welcome to come along, ask questions, and get the help they need in a supportive environment.

🤝 Delivered in partnership with LAMP Inc and Accordwest.📞 For more information, contact LAMP on (08) 9754 1834.

Accidental Counsellor Margaret River
2025-10-31 12:45 - 16:30
Talk Ask Listen Connect – Accidental Counsellor Training

This workshop empowers participants to become effective Accidental Counsellors, equipping them with essential skills to support individuals in crisis. Attendees will learn communication techniques and deepen their understanding of mental health and suicide prevention.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to guide those in distress toward safety and support while also prioritising their own mental wellbeing.

Objectives

Increase mental health literacy

Increased self-awareness

Develop skills to initiate caring conversations

Increased awareness of signs of stress or psychological distress

Increased capacity to support others and connect them with safety

Increased understanding of supporting one’s own mental health and wellbeing while supporting others.

Please note

This workshop focuses on supporting those in mental health crisis, which includes thoughts of suicide, self-harm, and suicide bereavement. This is an educational workshop and not a group counselling event.

If you are recently bereaved by suicide, reach out to StandBy on 1300 727 247 for support.

If you have your own thoughts of suicide, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 for support.

Book Here https://events.humanitix.com/accidental-counsellor-mind-ed-margaret-river

Inclusive Futures: Empowering young people in their sexual wellbeing
2025-10-24 09:00 - 17:00
Growing and Developing Healthy Relationships Symposium 2025 Inclusive Futures: Empowering young people in their sexual wellbeing
Supporting educators to deliver comprehensive relationships and sexuality education for all
In person or ONLINE tickets available.
Join us for this exciting event where we showcase recent developments in school-based relationships and sexuality education (RSE)!
Delegates will have the opportunity to hear from a broad range of engaging speakers, and be provided with examples of practical activities that you can take straight back to the classroom. This symposium is suitable for anyone who may deliver RSE in schools, or is interested in RSE. This includes teachers, school health nurses, support staff, administrators and external agencies. Pre-service teachers are also welcome.
Keynote presentations
We are incredibly excited to announce our two fantastic keynotes for this event!
Professor Melissa Kang
Melissa Kang is a medical doctor who trained in General Practice, and then worked exclusively with adolescents and young adults in hospital and community settings for 30 years. Melissa was the medical writer behind the ‘Dolly Doctor’ Q&A column in Dolly magazine, between 1993 and 2016 and has recently co-authored award-winning books for adolescents including Welcome to Your Period, Welcome to Consent, Welcome to Your Boobs and Welcome to Sex. She has been an academic for 25 years, with her research focusing on access to health care, health system navigation, adolescent sexuality and sexual health. She is currently the Vice President Oceania of the International Association for Adolescent Health and a member of the IAAH Education Committee. She was the president of the Australian Association for Adolescent Health from 2015 – 2020.
Daniel Principe
Daniel is a passionate youth advocate and educator. He champions boys across Australia to challenge culture and aspire to live courageous, respectful and empathetic lives. Daniel is a board member of the DART Institute, an ambassador for the Women’s Resilience Centre and an ambassador for the national campaign Consent Can’t Wait. He was also a recent nominee for the 2025 NSW Australian of the Year. By partnering with schools and communities, Daniel encourages young people to recognise and resist distorted attitudes towards bodies, relationships and sex. He invites his audiences to instead inspire to healthy relationships built on mutual respect and empathy. Daniel is a regular guest on TV, radio and podcasts to discuss healthy masculinity, consent, respectful relationships and the cultural challenges young people are facing.
Brought to you by the RSE Project – The Relationships and Sexuality Education Project

Sorry Baby
2025-10-21 19:00 - 21:00
Sorry, Baby is a dark comedy exploring consent, relationships, and life after trauma with sharp wit and heart.

Join Mind-Ed and Arts Margaret River for this special fundraising screening.

Come early to connect, meet others, and enjoy a relaxed community atmosphere.

All proceeds support local mental health and wellbeing initiatives.

Mind-Ed is launching the Community Empowerment and Respect Alliance.

Venue Type

Main Theatre

Age Restriction

Mature (M). Alcohol-Free Event

Consumer Advice

Doors open at 6pm. An additional $5 fundraising fee per ticket will be donated to Mind-Ed (prev. Mindful Margaret River)

Run-Time

103 minutes

The ASK (Assessing Suicide in Kids) Workshop | Online
2025-09-11 08:30 - 13:30
Date: Wednesday 10th September & Thursday 11th September 2025

Time: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm both days.

Online live stream with required pre-reading.

Event description

This online workshop is for professionals working with children and young people aged 5-14 years old. The ASK Workshop is completed across two days plus reading completed prior to the live workshop.

The ASK Workshop online challenges commonly held notions about children’s capacity to consider suicide.

In 2022, suicide was the second leading cause of child death in Australian children aged 5 -17 years.

Participants learn:

How to talk about death with children

How to talk about suicide with children

Developmentally appropriate strategies and tools to identify young children at risk of suicide

How to quickly gather and organise details needed to assess risk

How to explore and consider protective factors to inform safety planning

To consider common challenges when working with parents and possible solutions

Important Course Information:

Pre-Workshop reading is required to be completed prior to the workshop to be permitted access to the live stream

Your live stream link and pre-reading will be emailed to you in the days prior to the training

The live stream will go from 8:30am to approximately 1:30pm both days

Course Structure

Participants learn using case studies, guided simulations, discussion and practice using an assessment tool.

Following the course

Participants will have an increased understanding and alertness to the fact that children can be at risk of suicide. They will know what risk factors to look out for and feel confident approaching the subject of death and suicide with a child. Participants receive a risk assessment tool, a quick reference tool and a certificate.

Course length: 9 hours – delivered across two live streams over two consecutive days (4.5 hours per day) plus 1-2 hours of self-paced pre-workshop reading

Participants receive:

A quick reference tool

A certificate

A risk assessment tool

Download the flyer here

Register for this workshop today, places limited

Legal Aid WA Workshop Margaret River (Parents/Caregivers/Free)
2025-09-04 12:00 - 13:00
Event description

Legal Aid WA are visiting the south west to provide FREE workshops to younger students, older students & young adults, and parents & caregivers.

Please note these tickets are for the parent/caregiver session.

Shire of Augusta Margaret River

41 Walcliffe Road, Margaret River

(https://maps.app.goo.gl/6xMbo79sT7VGYi6F9)

Topics include:

Specific workshop designed for parents and caregivers

Legal Aid and how we help young people

Age of criminal responsibility

Phones, social media and the law

Cyberbullying

Sexting and image based abuse

Online Safety – steps to take to keep your kids safer online

Social media age restriction

Rights when dealing with the police

Other Margaret River sessions are:

1.30pm – older students (years 9 and up) & young adults: https://events.humanitix.com/legal-aid-wa-workshop-margaret-river-young-adults

3.30pm – younger students (years 4-8): https://events.humanitix.com/legal-aid-wa-workshop-margaret-river-students

Sessions can also be found in:

Busselton: https://events.humanitix.com/legal-aid-wa-workshop-busselton-parents-caregivers

Margaret River: https://events.humanitix.com/legal-aid-wa-workshop-busselton-parents-caregivers

Please direct all enquiries to info@swanautism.org.au or 0499 819 038.

Aboriginal Health Conference 2025
2025-08-09 09:00 - 2025-08-10 16:00
Join us at the Aboriginal Health Conference 2025 as we come together to celebrate the power of storytelling in shaping Aboriginal health.

Under the theme “Writing the Narrative – Telling Our Stories”, this conference highlights how storytelling is more than just sharing experiences, it’s a tool for healing, advocacy, and self-determination. Through shared stories, we empower individuals, strengthen communities, and ensure Aboriginal-led health initiatives thrive.

Conference Streams:✅ Building trust and collaborating with community✅ Chronic disease: Prevention, management & community-led solutions✅ Healing and wellbeing through storytelling✅ Sexual health: Empowering communities with knowledge and access✅ Supporting wellbeing from birth to eldership

This event welcomes Aboriginal health workers, medical practitioners, academics, nurses, allied health professionals, students, and stakeholders dedicated to improving Aboriginal health outcomes.

🚗 Travel Support Available – Rural Health West offers travel support for eligible delegates. Learn more on our travel page.

🎟️ Early Bird Discount – Register before Wednesday 14 May 2025 to secure a discounted rate. Registrations close 18 July 2025.

🔗 Register Now to join us at the Aboriginal Health Conference 2025: www.aboriginalhealthconference.com.au.

Date: Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 August 2025

Venue: Pan Pacific Perth, 207 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, Boorloo

The Unhoused Conversation
2025-08-07 11:00 - 15:00
🎶 LIVE MUSIC | 🍲 FREE SOUP | 🎨 ACTIVITIES | 🗣️ COMMUNITY SURVEY | 📝 PETITION | 💬 VOICES THAT MATTER

Come along and be part of the change. Part of the Conversation.

Proudly supported by:Shelter WA | LAMP | Excellence in Mental Health | Margaret River Community | Accordwest

Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training
2025-08-06 09:00 - 2025-08-07 16:30
Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training

Date:

Wednesday 6th & Thursday 7th August 2025

Time:

9:00am – 4:30pm (both days)Full attendance on both days is essential to complete the course.

Location:

Shire of Augusta Margaret River41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River

Description:

Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention is a two-day workshop designed for professionals and para-professionals in human services who work with people at risk of suicide.

In this training you will:

Gain an understanding of suicide and self-harm

Learn to identify suicide risk

Build skills in risk assessment and intervention

Explore limits of confidentiality and importance of consultation

Understand links between mental disorders and suicidal behaviours

Learn about postvention supports

Important:This workshop discusses suicide and may bring up distressing emotions, especially for those impacted personally or professionally. Please consider if this is the right time for you to attend. For queries, contact Suicide Prevention Coordinators at suicideprevention.southwest@sjog.org.au or call 0429 229 400.

Cost:

FREE (light lunch and morning tea provided)

Please bring your own food if you have specific dietary needs.

Register:

Click here to register on Eventbrite

No More - The Stand
2025-07-31 15:30 - 16:30
Join NO MORE for a FREE, practical, and engaging session designed to spark community-led action to end domestic and family violence.

THE STAND is NO MORE’s most ambitious initiative yet. It is a powerful, community-driven campaign honouring the more than 90 women lost to domestic and family violence in the Northern Territory since 2000.

We are calling on businesses, workplaces, community groups, sport organisations and anybody ready to make change to create 90 Domestic Violence Action Plans (DVAPs) in 90 Days starting on 7 August 2025.Join us for a workshop that includes:

Begin shaping a DVAP that reflects your group’s values, needs, and strengths

A short introduction to domestic and family violence and what drives it

Understand why community-led actions is the key for change

Explore how to get involved in THE STAND

Register Here – ONLINE workshop 31 July 2025

Parenting Workshops
2025-07-31 08:00 - 2025-09-18 17:00
Free online parent workshops

Term 3, 2025 Calendar

Facilitated by School Psychologist Consultants from the Department of Education WA

The Triple P and Child and Parent Centre teams are excited to offer a series of free, live online workshops for families.

What is Triple P?

The Triple P – Positive Parenting Program provides parents and carers with ideas and strategies to help children develop essential skills and behaviours for a healthy childhood. Learn more about Triple P on the Education in WA website. To register for face-to-face workshops, visit the Triple P in WA website and search for upcoming sessions by location. Parents can also access a range of self-paced Triple P Online programs for free.

What is a Child and Parent Centre?

Child and Parent Centres support families across WA through a range of early learning programs, maternal and health services, and child support activities. Visit Child and Parent Centres Western Australia to find centre locations and enquire about programs.

How to register

Scan the QR code or click here to register for a workshop. You will receive email confirmation and a link to join, along with a reminder before the workshop. For the best experience, we recommend downloading the Webex app ahead of the workshop. Please note that these webinars are not recorded.

Tuning in to Teens – Parenting Program
2025-07-28 11:30 - 2025-08-18 14:30
Tuning in to Teens – Parenting Program

Date:

Monday 28 July – Monday 18 August 2025 (4 sessions)

Time:

11:30am – 2:30pm

Location:

Margarets in Town Apartments (Conference Room)Corner Bussell Highway & Turnbridge Street, Margaret River

Description:

Tuning in to Teens is a FREE 4-session program for parents and caregivers of preteens and teens. Learn how to help your teen develop emotional intelligence and build stronger connections within your family.

You will learn how to:

Communicate with your teen more effectively

Help your teen develop coping skills and resilience

Emotion coach your teen through difficult emotions

Understand why your teen behaves the way they do

Please Note:Availability to attend all sessions is required.Light lunch provided (bookings essential).

Cost:

FREE

Bookings:

To book, call 0408 927 555 or (08) 6164 0686, or email Southwest.PCWA@anglicarewa.org.au.

Looking After Yourself as a Health Professional
2025-07-25 19:00 - 21:30
Date & Time:Friday, 25 July 20257:00pm – 9:30pm

Description:Join experienced GPs Dr Nicholas McLernon and Dr Shobana Krishnan from Shenton Park, Perth for an insightful session focused on the unique challenges health professionals face in caring for themselves. Nicholas also works with the Doctors’ Health Advisory Service WA, bringing valuable insight into professional wellbeing and support systems.

Key topics include:

What to do when AHPRA gets in touch

Navigating care when other health professionals become your clients or patients

How to be a ‘good patient’ when you’re also a healthcare provider

Together they’ll explore practical strategies for maintaining boundaries, understanding confidentiality, and accessing support, especially when working alongside colleagues in a close-knit health community.

📍 Venue: Grande Escape Resort, 78 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River🥂 Light refreshments provided🔖 This is a free ticketed event – registrations are essential.

👉 Register here

For more information, contact SWHPN Regional Program Coordinator June Foulds at june.foulds@swhpn.com.au

The ASK (Assessing Suicide in Kids) Workshop | Online
2025-06-25 08:30 - 2025-06-26 13:30
Date: Wednesday 10th September & Thursday 11th September

Time: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

Online live stream with required pre-reading.

Event description

This online workshop is for professionals working with children and young people aged 5-14 years old. The ASK Workshop is completed across two days plus reading completed prior to the live workshop.

The ASK Workshop online challenges commonly held notions about children’s capacity to consider suicide.

In 2022, suicide was the second leading cause of child death in Australian children aged 5 -17 years.

Participants learn:

How to talk about death with children

How to talk about suicide with children

Developmentally appropriate strategies and tools to identify young children at risk of suicide

How to quickly gather and organise details needed to assess risk

How to explore and consider protective factors to inform safety planning

To consider common challenges when working with parents and possible solutions

Important Course Information:

Pre-Workshop reading is required to be completed prior to the workshop to be permitted access to the live stream

Your live stream link and pre-reading will be emailed to you in the days prior to the training

The live stream will go from 8:30am to approximately 1:30pm both days

Course Structure

Participants learn using case studies, guided simulations, discussion and practice using an assessment tool.

Following the course

Participants will have an increased understanding and alertness to the fact that children can be at risk of suicide. They will know what risk factors to look out for and feel confident approaching the subject of death and suicide with a child. Participants receive a risk assessment tool, a quick reference tool and a certificate.

Course length: 9 hours – delivered across two live streams over two consecutive days (4.5 hours per day) plus 1-2 hours of self-paced pre-workshop reading

Participants receive:

A certificate

A risk assessment tool

A quick reference tool

REGISTER HERE

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The ASK (Assessing Suicide in Kids) Workshop | Online
2025-06-25 08:30 - 2025-06-26 13:30
Date: Wednesday 25th June & Thursday 26th June

Time: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

Online live stream with required pre-reading.

Event description

This online workshop is for professionals working with children and young people aged 5-14 years old. The ASK Workshop is completed across two days plus reading completed prior to the live workshop.

The ASK Workshop online challenges commonly held notions about children’s capacity to consider suicide.

In 2022, suicide was the second leading cause of child death in Australian children aged 5 -17 years.

Participants learn:

How to talk about death with children

How to talk about suicide with children

Developmentally appropriate strategies and tools to identify young children at risk of suicide

How to quickly gather and organise details needed to assess risk

How to explore and consider protective factors to inform safety planning

To consider common challenges when working with parents and possible solutions

Important Course Information:

Pre-Workshop reading is required to be completed prior to the workshop to be permitted access to the live stream

Your live stream link and pre-reading will be emailed to you in the days prior to the training

The live stream will go from 8:30am to approximately 1:30pm both days

Course Structure

Participants learn using case studies, guided simulations, discussion and practice using an assessment tool.

Following the course

Participants will have an increased understanding and alertness to the fact that children can be at risk of suicide. They will know what risk factors to look out for and feel confident approaching the subject of death and suicide with a child. Participants receive a risk assessment tool, a quick reference tool and a certificate.

Course length: 9 hours – delivered across two live streams over two consecutive days (4.5 hours per day) plus 1-2 hours of self-paced pre-workshop reading

Participants receive:

A certificate

A risk assessment tool

A quick reference tool

REGISTER HERE

Download flyer

SWHPN Supporting Blokes
2025-06-17 07:00 - 08:30
Join our speaker Adrian Kemp who will discuss what does it mean to be a man in today’s world, and how does this shape health and wellbeing?

In a changing world, men’s roles and identities are continually evolving. Join us for an open conversation, sharing insights and perspectives, as we explore the varied aspects of masculinity, its contribution to societal and individual health, and how deepening our understanding can enhance the support we provide as health professionals.

Rural Clinical School, 76 Gale Street, West Busselton

Registrations are essential.

Register here

Share your story
2025-06-14 09:00 - 16:00
Being Herd is a free workshop for young people aged 18-30 that helps you shape difficult experiences into an empowering story.

Workshops are delivered either online or face-to-face, and comprise of a small group of people as well as some of the batyr crew to facilitate the content and conversation!

Completing the Being Herd workshop is the first step to becoming a paid Lived Experience Storyteller at batyr. However, we warmly welcome anyone that has a story to share.

Being Herd is focused on ensuring that everyone who attends builds confidence in sharing their story, and recognises the importance of their narrative. We achieve all of this through a combination of practical and research-based safe storytelling training, as well as group-based discussion and sharing.

Why should I come along to a workshop?

There are so many reasons to attend a Being Herd workshop – and we would likely take up an entire page trying to list them all – so let’s just start with a few of the big ones!

Build confidence to share your story

Whether sharing your story is something you’re used to doing, or this is the very first time, coming along to a workshop is a great way to increase your confidence in sharing that story – whether that’s to yourself, in front of family and friends or a high-school year group. Workshops are delivered with safety and support top of mind from start to finish, so you can expect to comfortably be who you are emotionally, mentally and spiritually.

Create a safe & empowering structure for your story

The story structure we take you through can be a really powerful tool to outline and communicate your journey. If you’ve never popped pen to paper – or hands to keyboard – to write your story, the structure we look at can help to overcome that initial “Where do I even start?” feeling! Every story is, of course, incredibly unique, and so the structure used ensures your personal voice and journey is at the forefront every step of the way.

Learn from others & feeling connected

Being Herd is a wonderful way to connect with other young people who have experienced journeys similar – or wildly different – from your own. Whether you pick up some cool self-care tips or share in some conversations about a similar interest, there is a huge element of connection at the workshop. Both days of the workshop also provide the opportunity to share and listen to other’s lived experience stories.

Being Herd Sign Up – Put in an Expression of Interest to attend today!

The Story of Just Home
2025-06-12 18:00 - 21:00
A celebration of ten years of working for housing justice in Augusta Margaret River.

Margaret River HEART – Nala Bardip Mia

Social media & your child
2025-06-10 17:30 - 19:00
Smartphones, Social Media and Your Child/Teen: What Parents Need to Know

Join Anke Lassere at Montessori School for an eye-opening session that goes beyond the usual “screen time” advice. In just 90 minutes, you’ll learn what’s really happening in our teens’ online worlds — from addictive app design and exposure to harmful content, to the real effects on growing brains.

More importantly, you’ll walk away with practical, proven strategies and tools to:

• Protect your child/teen from key online risks while building trust• Make confident decisions about the right time for devices, apps and social media• Turn screen time battles into opportunities for connection

This session blends the latest research with real-world solutions you can use straight away. Feel more confident, better informed, and ready to guide your family through today’s digital world. Presented by FamilyFlow.

Tuesday 10th June, 5.30-7pm @ MRMS School Hall — Book your spot!

Early bird $10 (ends 01/06), $15 thereafter.

https://events.humanitix.com/smartphones_social-media
