Wara Yindi Support Services

02/03/2026

AUSLAN PLAY & LEARN WHYALLA

Families, we are so excited to share that AUSLAN Play & Learn is coming to Whyalla!
Wara Yindi Support Services and Marnbi/Connected Beginnings are partnering to create a warm, inclusive space where families can learn, play, and build connection through AUSLAN together.
This program is designed for Whyalla families who want to strengthen communication, culture, and community in a supportive environment.
📩 Expressions of interest are now open
Reserve your family’s spot by emailing: admin@warayindi.com.au
We can’t wait to welcome you into this new chapter of learning and connection.
Stay tuned—more details are coming soon!

02/03/2026

Families, we’ve got some big news coming your way. We’re in the final stages of getting everything ready, and once it’s all set, we’ll be making a very exciting announcement. Think AUSLAN. Think Community Pantry. Something special is on the horizon… but I’ll keep hush‑hush for now. Stay tuned.

22/02/2026

🌿 EXCITING UPDATE🌿

We are officially launching a series of new educational courses designed to support parents, carers, and support workers — with options to join online (self paced learning environments) or in-person.

Our online self-paced learning courses will be published first week of March, these have been developed for parents/carers to complete online in their own time and our face to face courses will be available commencing Term 2 2026, we are accepting EOI for these and once a class is filled we will advise of dates. This will occur during school hours.

These courses have been created based on the needs we see every day in our community, and I’m really proud to finally share them with you.

Here’s what’s now available:

✨ Understanding & Supporting Neurodivergent Children
For parents and carers wanting practical, everyday strategies for home, school, and community.
** available to be funded by NDIS plans

✨ Emotional Support: Regulation & Parenting Practices
For caregivers, support workers, and educators wanting to build calmer routines, connection, and confidence.
** available to be funded by NDIS plans

✨ Advanced Skills for NDIS Support Workers
For workers wanting to deepen their trauma‑informed, inclusive, and professional practice.
** tax deductible, invoice for payment provided

You’ll see the full flyer attached and are most welcome to share this if you have someone that could benefit.

If you’d like more info or want to book in, just send us a message or email admin@warayindi.com.au.

Thank you for being part of this community — your feedback and lived experience continue to shape everything we create.

20/02/2026

Ignore the chaotic video, I’ve had to mute this, parent life things.. and the reason we need these!! Hayley has been so incredible putting these together for Cooper! How amazing. All the things he loves, and understand. These will be placed on lanyards for home and school.

20/02/2026

The Growing Space is delivering FREE in-person workshops in Whyalla this March, and we would love your help promoting them across your media channels for NDIS participants, carers, families and supporters.

These are relaxed, practical sessions designed for disabled people, with accessibility and real-world usefulness front of mind. Every attendee will receive free tools they can start using straight away. These sessions are funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.

🧒 Self-Advocacy for Kids
This workshop helps kids learn how to speak up, make choices, and ask for help.
Parents and carers learn simple, practical ways to support their child to use their voice and build confidence.

🎮 Online Communities
This workshop helps participants learn how to stay safe while meeting people online.
They’ll explore fun online groups, build connections, and feel more confident navigating online spaces.

📍 Whyalla – Friday 20 March
MainStay Suites, 4 Moran Street, Whyalla SA 5608
• Self-Advocacy for Kids: 10:00am–12:00pm
• Online Communities: 1:00pm–3:00pm

18/02/2026

✨ Wara Yindi Support Services Facebook Giveaway ✨
** We want to grow our community, while giving back to the community **

To enter:
1. Invite your friends to our page, and
2. Comment one wish around disability/inclusion/community

We will select 3 winners at random on Tuesday 3rd March for the choice of either:
- Visa Gift Card valued at $100, or
- Family Movie Pass, or
- Family Bowling Pass

We love giving back to our community — but we also want to keep everyone safe.
Please remember:
✨ Wara Yindi Support Services is not affiliated with Facebook in any way.
✨ We will NEVER ask for your bank details, credit card information, or personal financial data.
✨ We will never inbox you asking for payment or private information to claim a prize.
If you see a message that looks suspicious, please ignore it and report it. Scammers often try to impersonate legitimate pages during giveaways, so stay alert and protect your information.
Thank you for being part of our community — and stay safe online.

We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, play, grow and work, and of the many different mobs across Australia.

17/02/2026

🌟 Celebration Announcement 🌟

I am excited to announce that I have been selected as a co-designer in a national project supporting Children and Young People with Disability.

This initiative brings together young people with disability, parents, and caregivers to co-design practical, accessible resources that assist families in navigating significant life transitions.

My selection acknowledges my lived experience, community advocacy, and dedication to providing culturally safe, trauma-informed support for regional and Aboriginal families.

This opportunity embodies the mission of Wara Yindi Support Services — walking alongside the community, elevating lived experience, and shaping systems for improved outcomes.

I am proud to be part of this collaboration and look forward to the positive impact it will create.

17/02/2026

🌿 Wara Yindi Expression of Interest 🌿

Wara Yindi Support Services is growing, and we’re excited to open Expressions of Interest for two new opportunities in Whyalla:
1. Peer Mentor Volunteers
2. Sub‑Contractor Support Workers (Group Delivery)

We’re looking for people who are:
✔️ Inclusion‑focused and disability confident
✔️ Passionate about creating safe, welcoming spaces
✔️ Interested in supporting or facilitating groups such as:
• Gaming groups
• Movie nights
• Sensory groups
• Skills development
• Inclusive child‑based gym groups
• Parenting groups
• Employment and pathway support
• Or your own interest area — we’re open to ideas!

Peer Mentor Volunteers (Whyalla-based)
This role is for people with lived experience of disability who want to support others in a community setting.
This is a volunteer role, and Wara Yindi will provide:
• Police checks (paid for)
• Training
• Ongoing support
• Appreciation incentives such as gift vouchers

Sub‑Contractor Support Workers
We are seeking disability‑confident support workers to help deliver group programs.
Sub‑contractors must hold:
• ABN
• Their own insurances
• NDIS Worker Screening
• Working With Children Check
• First Aid
• Responsibility for their own tax and super
This is a paid hourly role, and we are happy to negotiate based on your strengths and interests.

How to Apply
Please email your EOI, strengths, interest areas, and availability to:
📧 admin@warayindi.com.au

Learn more about what we offer:
🌐 www.warayindi.com.au

We’d love to hear from people who want to help build inclusive, community‑driven programs in Whyalla.

17/02/2026

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We've heard that autism assessment in adulthood can unlock self understanding and identity, yet there can be barriers to accessing an assessment

That is why the Malinauskas Government is building on our 100 free school-based assessments by providing limited targeted assessments to adult South Australians for free

We're partnering with the private sector to deliver the targeted trial alongside a research component that will inform future adult assessment pathways in our state

We'll be engaging our State Autism Strategy Advisory Committee and SA Autism Assessment and Diagnosis Advisory Group throughout to embed lived experience and expetise in the project

16/02/2026

Our books have re-opened and we are available for referrals!
Support Coordination remains with a child-focused approach, however if you are seeking support coordination for an adult, please complete the referral form and our team will reach out to you.
Please note, that all other services are available with immediate capacity and for all age groups.
Referral form can be found on our website: www.warayindi.com.au
Enquiries can be sent to: admin@warayindi.com.au

15/02/2026

🌿 COMMUNITY DONATION CALL‑OUT 🌿

We’re working on a new project and are seeking good‑quality, pre‑loved items that can be given a second life.

If you have anything you no longer need, we would be grateful for donations of:
• Sensory items
• Mindfulness and calming tools
• Education and learning resources
• Children’s toys, games and puzzles
• Outdoor play items
• Stationery and craft supplies
• Office items (small shelves, storage, whiteboards etc.)
• Bean bags, pillows, soft furnishings
• Any items that support creativity, comfort, or sensory needs

All items must be in good, clean, working condition.

We are happy to collect locally.
📧 admin@warayindi.com.au
📧 jacinta@warayindi.com.au
💬 Or send a message here on Facebook

Thank you so much in advance!!

21/11/2025

Christmas spirit - the gift of giving ❤️

My parents raised me with incredible values, and this has been something I have passed down to my children. Something we do together, and look forward to each year.
Today, Whyalla’s Toy Run allowed for us to donate thousands of dollars of gifts for families in need, this year our family took a focus on teens and older children, as I have noticed these groups are often forgotten about.

Despite the weather (my fav!) so many turned up, have a look at the toy run, some great people bringing incredible spirit to Whyalla. Family event at the Whyalla Rec Centre from 11-2 after the toy run!