Rely-Ability

06/05/2026

🎶 Great opportunity for music lovers in Newcastle!
We’re excited to announce that our highly skilled musician and facilitator, Dai Prichard, has capacity to take on more clients in our music program at Rely-Ability.
As an experienced lead guitarist and singer who has toured internationally and performed with artists such as Jimmy Barnes and Marcia Hines, Dai brings exceptional skill, professionalism, and stage-level expertise to every session. He continues to perform regularly in local Newcastle venues as a soloist and as part of a trio, keeping his playing sharp and inspiring. Combined with his current role teaching music at TAFE, Dai delivers high-quality, personalised instruction and group activities that help participants build real technique, confidence, and enjoyment through music.
Whether you’re a beginner wanting to get started, an intermediate player looking to refine your skills, or someone seeking a creative and supportive outlet, Dai creates tailored experiences that meet you at your level.
Don’t miss out — spaces are limited!
📞 Call or text 0432 044 410 to find out more and get started.

04/05/2026

“Excited to welcome Laura to the Rely-Ability team! 💙
Laura is a local solicitor with deep experience in advocacy and social justice. She brings strong legal skills, a genuine passion for climate and social justice, and a real talent for supporting people through complex systems.
Whether it’s helping you navigate NDIS plans, understanding your rights, or simply having someone who truly gets it, Laura is now available to support our clients.
If you’re looking for professional, compassionate guidance, reach out — we’d love to connect you with her.
Welcome aboard, Laura! We’re so glad to have you

10/02/2026

Join our team as a support worker—someone who shows up every time, because trust matters. If reliability’s your middle name , and you’ve got lived experience of mental health and recovery that’s a real plus but not essential. Message us for details, spots fill quick. This is a casual position around 15-20 hours per week. Contact Michael on 0432044410

29/03/2025

Check out some tunes from Amy in Alive Made New, from this mornings rehearsal in our Tighes Hill studio!

21/10/2024

Tune in folks!

23/07/2024

https://www.artshealthnetwork.com.au/article-artist-nathan-bell-and-rely-ability-inspire-healing-and-growing-through-art/

Written by Nathan Bell. As a neurodiverse artist living with Bipolar, schizoaffective disorder and autism, I understand the value of support when striving towards my creative goals. It’s important for me to be surrounded by empathetic people who understand my difficulties. This is why I am happy A...

02/07/2024

It is with great pleasure I share this great article featuring one of our most passionate artists on the team at Rely-Ability. Nathan Bell may you continue to move forward to realising your dreams and sharing your beautiful art and music with the world!

Born and based in the sunny, seaside paradise of Newcastle, Australia in 1986; Nathan Bell has been turning his talents to creating his whole life. Making

03/05/2024

02/04/2024

Due to the success of our creative writing program and increased demand for support in this program Rely-Ability is seeking expressions of interest for another creative writer to join our team. Lived experience of mental health/recovery would be preferred but not essential. A degree in a related field (literature/communications/creative industries with major in creative writing) or working towards one if preferred. Feel free to contact me here or through our website in the contact page at

We are a mental health peer support service delivering creative opportunities to improve your mental health and well-being.

06/01/2024

Come check out the show tonight!

22/12/2023

A double shot from Rely-Ability today enjoy folks… thanks to the team at Rely-Ability and Poppi Kent for the amazing vocals!

Rely-Ability presents 'Rising Up' a song by Michael Macokatic & Robert Burley. Thanks to the team at Rely-Ability, in particular Bob Burley, Taejin Lee, Jess...