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World Suicide Prevention Day 2026

World Suicide Prevention Day 2026

World Suicide Prevention Day Walk & Breakfast Thursday 10 September 2026 Meet on the banks of Todd River at 7am Corner Leichardt Tce & Parsons Street, Mparntwe/Alice Springs 7.00 Free hot cuppa from coffee van 7.30 Remembrance Walk 8.00 Welcome to Country |...

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I-ASIST SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING

I-ASIST SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING

Thursday 6 & Friday 7 August 2026 8:15 am – 4:30 pm Witchetty's Room, Araluen Arts Centre (near Yaye's Café), 61 Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs Register now Learn how to recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide and how to work alongside them to develop a...

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Central Australia Suicide Prevention Forum 2026

Central Australia Suicide Prevention Forum 2026

Registrations are now open for the Central Australian Suicide Prevention Forum 2026. 📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs, 82 Barrett Drive 📅 Day 1 – Wednesday 10 June 2026 (8:30am–4:00pm) 📅 Day 2 – Thursday 11 June 2026 (8:30am–4:00pm) While the full program is still...

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May Group Activities Calendar

May Group Activities Calendar

Highlights in May at MHACA Heart Week at MHACAThursday 7 May | 10:30am – 12:30pmInformation on how to keep your heart healthy, followed by a chair yoga session. Peer Reference GroupMonday 18 May | 11:30am – 12:30pm Drive and VibeEvery Thursday | 1:00pm – 3:00pmCome...

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April Group Activities Officer

April Group Activities Officer

Highlights in April include: Audit Celebration Shared Lunch – Wednesday 1 April, 12:00pm – 1:00pmLet’s come together to celebrate MHACA’s successful audit with a shared lunch for staff and participants. Easter Egg Hunt – Thursday 2 April, 12:30pm – 1:00pm Peer...

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March Group Activities Calendar

March Group Activities Calendar

Highlights in March include: Centrelink at MHACA – Thursday 19 MarchAn opportunity to have a free and confidential chat with a Centrelink representative about any concerns you may have, from 9:00am–11:00am. Peer Reference Group – Monday 23 March11:30am–12:30pm....

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February Group Activities Calendar

February Group Activities Calendar

Highlights in February include: Imparja Cup – Saturday 21 FebruaryMHACA games will be held from 11:00am–1:00pm and 4:30pm–6:30pm. Healthy Eating Week at MHACA Tuesday 24 February - Make Your Own Smoothie from 10am–11am Wednesday 25 February - Games and Healthy Snacks...

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January Group Activities Calendar

January Group Activities Calendar

Highlights in January include: Hep-C Testing at MHACA – Thursday 15 January between 12pm and 3pm. Trivia at MHACA – Tuesday 20 January from 12:30pm – 1:30pm. Peer Reference Group – Monday 19 January from 11:30am -12:30pm. Women’s Day Out – Tuesday 27 January from 10am...

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December Group Activities Calendar

December Group Activities Calendar

Highlights in December include: Christmas Decorating at MHACA - Monday 1 December at 10am. DAS Disco at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Wednesday 3 December from 6:30pm - 9:30pm. Participant Planning Session – Monday 8 December from 12pm - 1pm. Christmas Night Market –...

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November Group Activities Calendar

November Group Activities Calendar

Highlights in November include: Haircuts at CDU - Monday 10 November at 9am. Hep C Testing at MHACA - Thursday 13 November from 12pm - 1pm. Peer Reference Group – Monday 24 November from 11:30am -12:30pm. Weekend activities this month include ten-pin bowling, a picnic...

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DAS Disability Advocacy Service Central Australia (DAS) is holding its next Peer Action Group on Thursday 27 August.

The group is for people with intellectual disability and offers a welcoming space to connect, have fun and get to know others.

📅 Thursday 27 August
⏰ 11:00am–12:00pm — with the option to stay longer
📍 Yaye's Cafe, 61 Larapinta Drive

DAS will be shouting the coffee, with board games and cards on hand for some friendly competition. There’ll also be plenty of time to sit, have a yarn and connect with others.

Whether you’re new to the group or have attended before, everyone is welcome.

For more information or support getting there, get in touch with DAS.

Free to attend. To reserve your place:
📞 08 8953 1422
📧 peersupport@das.org.au

#PeerActionGroup #DisabilityAdvocacy #IntellectualDisability #DisabilityInclusion #PeerConnection #CommunityConnection #AliceSprings #Mparntwe #NorthernTerritory #DAS
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DAS Disability Advocacy Service Central Australia (DAS) is holding its next Peer Action Group on Thursday 27 August.
The group is for people with intellectual disability and offers a welcoming space to connect, have fun and get to know others.
📅 Thursday 27 August
⏰ 11:00am–12:00pm — with the option to stay longer
📍 Yayes Cafe, 61 Larapinta Drive
DAS will be shouting the coffee, with board games and cards on hand for some friendly competition. There’ll also be plenty of time to sit, have a yarn and connect with others.
Whether you’re new to the group or have attended before, everyone is welcome.
For more information or support getting there, get in touch with DAS.
Free to attend. To reserve your place:
📞 08 8953 1422
📧 peersupport@das.org.au
#PeerActionGroup #DisabilityAdvocacy #IntellectualDisability #DisabilityInclusion #PeerConnection #CommunityConnection #AliceSprings #Mparntwe #NorthernTerritory #DAS

Recently, our participants enjoyed a day out at Stuart’s Well, getting up close with some of the Territory’s famous emus and camels. 🐪☀️

Days like these are about much more than the activity itself. They’re opportunities to build friendships, grow confidence, develop everyday skills and feel more connected to the community.

And with blue skies, plenty of smiles and some curious local characters, it was a great day all round!

#CommunityConnection #SocialConnection #BuildingConfidence #Inclusion #NorthernTerritory #CentralAustralia
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Recently, our participants enjoyed a day out at Stuart’s Well, getting up close with some of the Territory’s famous emus and camels. 🐪☀️
Days like these are about much more than the activity itself. They’re opportunities to build friendships, grow confidence, develop everyday skills and feel more connected to the community.
And with blue skies, plenty of smiles and some curious local characters, it was a great day all round!
#CommunityConnection #SocialConnection #BuildingConfidence #Inclusion #NorthernTerritory #CentralAustraliaImage attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment
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