Blacktown Women's & Girls' Health Centre

26/08/2026

There is currently political debate about accessing your superannuation early. As SBS News points out, "making an early withdrawal can have a big potential impact on your future retirement savings". The Australian Taxation Office has also had to "issue warnings about misleading ads and social media claims, encouraging people to try to withdraw super on compassionate grounds, such as medical or dental expenses that are not absolutely necessary on health grounds."

This article has a good explanation about what is going on: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/when-can-you-access-super-early-australia-rules-retirement-savings/o7pfxgu22

A $20,000 withdrawal could have a far bigger impact on your future than you might expect.

25/08/2026

“Do you think it will ever be possible for me to heal from this?” It was a question from a young woman sitting across from me, seeking counselling and support after a sexual assault. And it is a question that many of us have grappled with in the aftermath of violence.

The Blacktown Women's & Girls' Health Centre counselling team is accepting new clients and ready to support you to heal from domestic, family and sexual violence. Start your healing and recovery journey today: https://womensandgirls.org.au/new-intake-for-counselling-now-open/

https://anastasiapowell.substack.com/p/discovery-rather-than-recovery

24/08/2026

Our friends at Immigrant Women's Speakout Association NSW are looking for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Domestic and Family Violence Team Leader. This position works from an office in Harris Park across Blacktown, The Hills, Cumberland and Parramatta areas. Hurry, applications close: 29 August 2026.

https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/speakoutnsw/cald-domestic-and-family-violence-team-leader?keywords=speakout

24/08/2026

We need more diverse women’s voices on local councils. Have you ever thought about running? Women for Election have a program geared at creating pathways to local leadership for multicultural women which will prepare you to run for NSW's local government elections in 2028. The program will offer a structured leadership journey over 12 months for to up to 150 women, combining inspiration, skills development and election readiness. Register to take part here: https://wfe.org.au/women-leading-locally-nsw/

21/08/2026

What can change when a woman leaves prison with someone firmly in her corner?

On Tuesday, 1 September, Women's Justice Network and Western Sydney Women will bring together women with lived experience, community leaders, frontline practitioners and compassionate supporters for Voices for Change.

Over lunch, guests will hear powerful first-hand perspectives, explore the barriers women face after prison and learn why mentoring, advocacy and genuine community connection matter.

Your ticket will help Women’s Justice Network continue creating opportunities for women and girls to rebuild their lives with confidence, safety and support.

Tuesday, 1 September 2026
12.00pm–2.30pm
Dooleys Regents Park Sports Club
Individual tickets: $120 plus booking fee

Hear the stories. Help rewrite what comes next.

Book your seat:
https://events.humanitix.com/voices-for-change-vc23lrw4

21/08/2026

It's Brain Injury Awareness Week. Domestic and family violence can hurt your brain. If you were shaken during incident at home and you don't feel right, it's important to tell a doctor what happened to you.

We can help you tell a doctor using a medical referral letter. Ask us how!

20/08/2026

Voices for Change is a Women's Justice Network luncheon fundraiser delivered in partnership with Western Sydney Women and hosted by Amanda Rose.

Date: Tuesday, 1 September 2026
Time: 12.00pm–2.30pm
Arrival: From 11.30am
Venue: Dooleys Regents Park Sports Club, 67 Regent Street, Regents Park NSW
Individual ticket: $120 plus booking fee
Corporate table of 10: $1,500 plus booking fee
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/voices-for-change-vc23lrw4

Guests will enjoy lunch, hear directly from women with lived experience of the criminal legal system, explore important social justice issues and connect with people committed to creating better pathways for women rebuilding their lives after prison.

20/08/2026

It's Brain Injury Awareness Week. Domestic and family violence can hurt your brain. If you've found it harder to concentrate after an incident at home, it's important to tell a doctor what happened to you.

We can help you tell a doctor using a medical referral letter. Ask us how!

19/08/2026

It's Brain Injury Awareness Week. Domestic and family violence can hurt your brain. If an incident at home caused you to black out or lose consciousness, it's important to tell a doctor what happened to you.

We can help you tell a doctor using a medical referral letter. Ask us how!

18/08/2026

It's Brain Injury Awareness Week. Domestic and family violence can hurt your brain. If you've noticed it's harder to remember things after an incident at home, it's important to tell a doctor what happened to you.

We can help you tell a doctor using a medical referral letter. Ask us how!