Fleurieu Families

07/09/2026

💙 A Helpful Resource for Families and Young People 💙

Whether you're supporting a child, teenager or young adult, ReachOut offers practical advice and support when life feels challenging.

ReachOut is a free online resource with information on mental health, anxiety, friendships, school challenges, social media and more. It also provides support and guidance for parents and carers.

Young People: https://au.reachout.com
Parents & Carers: https://parents.au.reachout.com

A great resource to bookmark for when you need a little extra support.

Connect with other young people and find support that works for you. ReachOut helps you deal with stress, anxiety, depression, and whenever life doesn't go as planned.

03/09/2026

Celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day with the CHAD Team!

Join us for a special Movie, Yarn & Play event as we celebrate the strength, culture, and voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

✨ FREE Movie Screening: Toy Story 5
✨ Fun activities for children and families
✨ Opportunities to connect, yarn and celebrate together

📅 Friday 11 September 2026
🕚 11:00am
📍 Victa Cinema, 37-41 Ocean Street, Victor Harbor

Limited tickets available Please RSVP via the QR code on the flyer or contact the Victor Harbor CHAD Team on 0481 457 870.

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day is a time to celebrate the uniqueness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and recognise their important place within families, communities and culture.

We look forward to seeing families come together for a day of connection, fun and celebration. 💛❤️🖤

01/09/2026

🌟 FREE School Holiday Dance Workshops in Victor Harbor! 🌟

Australian Dance Theatre is bringing a series of FREE school holiday workshops to Victor Harbor this September.

Morning Workshops (Ages 8-12) Led by ADT teaching artists, these fun and inclusive sessions explore movement, creativity and dance through games, skill development and activities inspired by Australian Dance Theatre's current works.

Monday 28 September | 10:00am - 11:30am
Tuesday 29 September | 10:00am - 11:30am
Wednesday 30 September | 10:00am - 11:30am

Participants are encouraged to attend all three sessions, but can join as many as they like.

Book your free place: https://events.humanitix.com/australian-dance-theatre-victor-harbor-school-holiday-workshops

Dance Masterclass (Ages 13+) For young dancers wanting to take things further, this special masterclass offers insight into Australian Dance Theatre's creative process, including learning company repertoire and exploring new movement ideas.

Monday 28 September | 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Book here: https://events.humanitix.com/australian-dance-theatre-victor-harbor-masterclass

Victor Harbor Town Hall, Coral Street
FREE

Whether your child is an experienced dancer or simply curious to try something new, these workshops are designed for all experience levels and offer a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of Australia's leading contemporary dance companies.

31/08/2026

Pre-registrations are now open for 💚headspace Quest fest💚

💚 Artist Alley
‍🧙Cosplay Contest
🎨Art Competition
🎤Panels

Pre-registrations close 12 September
🔗events.humanitix.com/headspace-quest-fest-2026

💚headspace Quest Fest💚 is a free event for young people aged 12 - 25
📅October 10
⏰12 - 5pm
📍Mount Compass War Memorial Community Centre

What's on:
- Video Game Tournaments
- Artists Alley (please bring cash!)
- Art Workshops
- Board games
And More!

Bring your friends, meet new ones, and make space for your hobbies!

19/08/2026

Help find out if probiotics can improve your baby’s immune response to vaccinations.

SAHMRI, the Women's & Children's Hospital, Flinders Medical Centre, Flinders University and SA Health are looking for healthy newborn babies who received antibiotics in the first 28 days of life to join a study exploring whether a probiotic can improve their immune system's response to vaccinations.

If you are an adult (18+) and your baby received antibiotics in the first 28 days, you may be eligible for this study.

Participation includes administering daily supplements for 14 days, collecting stool samples, attending a clinic for blood samples, and receiving routine vaccinations.

Participants will be reimbursed up to $300 for their time.

To find out more, visit https://sahmri.au/BIP-Study
Or contact: [email protected]

17/08/2026

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Check out the Fleurieu Playgroup Calendar! With so many playgroups across the Fleurieu, there's plenty of opportunities to play, learn, connect, and make new friends.

04/08/2026

Looking for something to do with the kids?

Check out the fantastic FREE community programs available at Goolwa Children's Centre this Term 3!

⭐ Playgroups ⭐ Nature Play ⭐ Parent Hub ⭐ Sing & Move ⭐ Baby & Toddler Group

We especially encourage families to explore Po:rlar Tainkuwalun Yiti, a Nunga-based playgroup celebrating connection, culture, learning and play for children aged 0-5 years.

📅 Every Wednesday ⏰ 9.30am - 11.00am 📍 Goolwa Children's Centre

Have a look at the flyers below and share with a family who might be interested!

28/07/2026

💛 COS Tip: Stay Available

As children move into their teenage years, they often seek more independence and spend more time exploring their world. This is a healthy and important part of growing up.

Sometimes parents can interpret this as their teenager not needing them anymore. The reality is that teenagers still need a secure base and safe haven—they just show it in different ways.

Your teenager might not come to you for every problem. They may seem distant one moment and want your support the next. They may seek independence while also needing reassurance that you're still there.

Circle of Security reminds us that young people do best when they know they can explore, make mistakes, learn, and grow while having a trusted adult who remains available and supportive.

Connection during the teen years often happens in small, everyday moments:
✨ A chat in the car
✨ Sharing a meal
✨ Watching a show together
✨ Taking an interest in their hobbies
✨ Simply being present without judgement

Teenagers don't need parents who have all the answers. They need parents who stay connected, stay curious, and stay available.

💡 This week, look for one small opportunity to connect with your teenager on their terms and take an interest in what matters to them.

A strong relationship isn't built through big conversations alone; it's built through consistent moments of connection.

21/07/2026

💛 COS Tip: It's Okay to Repair

No parent gets it right all the time.

There are moments when we're tired, stressed, overwhelmed, or unsure what to do. We might lose our patience, raise our voice, or respond in a way we later wish we hadn't.

The good news? Children don't need perfect parents. They need parents who are willing to reconnect.

In Circle of Security, we talk about the importance of repair. Repair happens when we acknowledge a mistake, reconnect with our child, and show them that relationships can recover after difficult moments.

Children learn powerful lessons when they hear us say:
💛 "I'm sorry I raised my voice."
💛 "Let's start again."
💛 "I love you, even when we're having a hard time."

Repair doesn't weaken your relationship; it strengthens it.

When parents take responsibility and reconnect, children learn that:
✨ Mistakes happen.
✨ Relationships can heal.
✨ Conflict doesn't mean connection is lost.
✨ They are loved, even on hard days.

Every repair is an opportunity to build trust, safety, and emotional security.

This week, if there's been a tricky parenting moment, remember: it's never too late to reconnect.

Repair builds trust. Trust builds security.

20/07/2026

Join Us for the Pultong Victor Harbor Family Fun Day!

Celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026 – 50 Years Deadly with a day of culture, community, connection and fun for the whole family!

Location: Pultong (Victor Harbor) Warland Reserve
Date: Friday, 31 July 2026
Time: 10:30am – 2:00pm

Want to join the march? Meet at 10:15am at the Soldiers Memorial Garden, Flinders Parade for the walk to Warland Reserve.

This is a free community event, and everyone is welcome to come together to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, history, achievements and community spirit.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and join us for a deadly day of connection, culture and celebration.