Hunter Women's Centre

22/10/2026

NUTRITION FOUNDATIONS FOR MENOPAUSE & PERIMENOPAUSE

Navigating menopause or perimenopause? Let's talk about nourishing your body through this stage of life!

Join us at Hunter Women's Centre for a FREE nutrition workshop facilitated by Laura & Pip | Dietitians | Flora Health Services

Explore how hormonal changes can affect your body and discover practical, realistic ways to support your health and wellbeing.

What we'll cover:

Nutrition and hormonal changes

Protein and maintaining muscle

Supporting bone health

Balanced meals and sustainable eating habits

Taking the stress out of food choices

No fad diets or complicated rules — just practical tools to help you feel your best!

Thursday 12 November
10am – 12pm
Hunter Women's Centre
FREE – Registration essential!

Register via the link in our bio!

We look forward to welcoming you!

20/10/2026

Young Minds, Creative Expressions!

We were delighted to welcome senior students from Margaret Jurd College to Hunter Women’s Centre for a Term 4 Art Therapy Program!

Through creative expression, students are exploring important themes of identity, self-awareness, self-care, healthy boundaries and emotional wellbeing during the adolescent years.

Early intervention plays an important role in supporting young people as they navigate the challenges of adolescence, develop a stronger sense of self and build skills that support their emotional wellbeing and healthy relationships.

By providing a safe, supportive and creative environment, we aim to encourage meaningful conversations, connection and personal growth while empowering young people with tools they can carry into adulthood.

We look forward to continuing this creative journey with the students from Margaret Jurd College! 💜

14/10/2026

OCTOBER IS MENTAL HEALTH MONTH

This year, WayAhead’s Mental Health Month theme is “A Little Connection Goes a Long Way.” 💫

At Hunter Women’s Centre, we know that connection can make a real difference to our mental health and wellbeing. Sometimes it’s a conversation over a cuppa, joining a group, getting creative, trying something new or simply having a safe space where you feel heard and supported.

Life can feel overwhelming, and as women, we often carry so much while putting everyone else first. Taking time for yourself and connecting with others is not selfish — it’s an important part of looking after your wellbeing.

At HWC, we’re proud to offer a welcoming, supportive space where women can connect, share experiences, build confidence and access support without judgement.

✨ This Mental Health Month, we encourage you to reach out, check in on a friend, join a community activity or take a moment to reconnect with yourself.

Remember, small moments of connection can make a big difference.

06/10/2026

💗 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗

Hunter Women’s Centre is happy to support BreastScreen NSW in encouraging women in our community to prioritise their health and book a breast screen.

BreastScreen NSW’s Waratah clinic is offering free mammograms for women aged 40 and over, with appointments available throughout October.

A breast screen takes around 20 minutes, requires no doctor’s referral, and can help detect breast cancer early — before it can be seen or felt.

📍 Waratah Clinic
NBN Telethon Mater Institute
Corner Edith & Platt Streets, Waratah NSW 2298

💕 Free for women aged 40+
💕 No referral needed
💕 Group bookings available
💕 Early detection can make an important difference

📞 Book: 13 20 50
🌐 Online: breastscreen.nsw.gov.au

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, be a friend, tell a friend. Share this information with the women in your life and encourage each other to make health a priority. 💗

06/10/2026

🌸 Starting next Monday! 🎨💜

We’re so excited to kick off Creative Connections: Art Therapy at Hunter Women’s Centre!

A relaxed, welcoming space for women living with cancer to connect, chat, create and take some time for themselves. 💕

🎨 Monday 12 October
🕙 10am–12pm
📅 Second Monday of each month
✨ Ongoing group — come along whenever you can!

No art skills needed at all — just come as you are. 🌷
Our lovely Art Therapist, Abby, will guide the group through creative activities in a warm and supportive space.

💗 Want to join us?
Call 4968 2511 or email [email protected] to register.
We’d love to see you there! 🌸

29/09/2026

✨ Creative Movement for Women – Term 4 ✨
Theme: Forces & Environments — An Inclusive Somatic Journey

Join us for a welcoming four-week Dance-Movement Therapy series, facilitated by Helen Ilich from Movement Continuum.

This term’s theme, Forces & Environments, invites you to explore how we move, respond and connect with the world around us through an inclusive somatic journey. Through gentle movement, creativity and self-expression, discover new ways of connecting with your body, yourself and others.

🌿 No experience needed — come exactly as you are.

📅 Fridays, 16 October – 6 November
⏰ 10am–12pm
💗 $40 for all 4 sessions
🌸 Limited places available

To register:
📞 4968 2511
📧 [email protected]

22/09/2026

🎭 MARGARET FINCH IS DEAD 🎭

Creative Cats Drama & Hunter Women’s Centre present an afternoon of drama, mystery and plenty of laughs!

Join us for a fun and entertaining performance featuring HWC clients from our Drama Club, bringing Margaret Finch Is Dead to life. 💗

✨ Friday 30 October
🕛 12pm
🎟️ $10 donation
📍 Hunter Women’s Centre

All proceeds support Hunter Women’s Centre programs for women.

🎭 Tickets are limited! Book via Eventbrite - link in bio!

Come along, support our wonderful Drama Club and enjoy an afternoon of theatre, connection and laughs! ❤️

09/09/2026

03/09/2026

NOTICE: CENTRE CLOSED FRIDAY 4 SEPTEMBER

Please note that the centre will be closed tomorrow, Friday 4 September, due to staff absence. Thank you for your understanding and patience. 💛

We’ll be back on Monday and look forward to welcoming you then!

02/09/2026

Happy Early Childhood Educators’ Day 2026! This year's theme, “The Future Starts With Us!”

Today, we celebrate and thank our incredible Hunter Early Childhood Centre team for the tireless care, dedication and support they provide to children and families every day.

Early childhood educators play such an important role in shaping the foundations of children’s learning, development and wellbeing. Through patience, creativity, compassion and countless moments of connection, our educators help children feel safe, supported, valued and ready to take their next steps.

We are incredibly grateful for the hard work and commitment of our team. Thank you for everything you do, not only for the children in your care, but for the families and communities you support along the way.

The future starts with you, and we are so grateful to have you helping shape it. 🌟