Whyalla Disability Inclusive Reference Group

02/11/2026

Only one month to go until ! How are you recognising IDPwD this year?

You could host or join an event in your community, school or workplace.

Whether it’s a morning tea, presentation, all abilities game or something smaller, we’d love to hear about it.

There’s still time to register your event on our website so the community can see what you’re doing.

For more information, check the comments below. 👇

30/10/2026

The United Nations has announced this year's IDPwD theme. It is: 'The CRPD at 20: Building on Progress, Advancing the Future'.

It's been 20 years since the United Nations (UN) agreed to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).

The CRPD is an agreement between different countries. It says that people with disability must have their rights respected.

The theme looks at what has improved over the past 20 years and what still needs to change.

It calls on governments and communities to:
remove barriers for people with disability
protect the rights of people with disability
make our communities more accessible and inclusive.

Our latest newsletter is out now!

It includes:
✅ United Nations IDPwD theme
✅ Yarning Guide for First Nations communities
✅ new stories with people with disability.

To read our latest newsletter and subscribe to get updates straight to your inbox, check the comments below. 👇

02/10/2026

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02/10/2026

We’re still refining a few details behind the scenes, but after a much-needed upgrade, we’re excited to finally share the new look with you!🤩

Take a look and let us know what you think! 💙

01/10/2026

The Whyalla Disability Inclusive Reference Group will be meeting on Friday 9 October at 11am at the Uniting SA Community Centre.

We look forward to seeing you there! 😀

Send a message to learn more

17/09/2026

Calling former residents and staff of Highgate Park! 📣

Highgate Park in Fullarton (also known as the Julia Farr Centre) holds decades of history. We are working with an experienced oral historian to record and preserve the stories of the people who lived, worked and connected with the centre.

We want to hear from:
- former Highgate Park residents
- their families
- staff with a connection to the site.

You can choose how much to share, and how much of your story becomes public.

These recorded histories will be considered for inclusion in the State Library of South Australia's Oral History Collection as well as a memorial garden planned for the former Highgate Park site.

To take part and share your memories, contact the DHS Disability Policy and Reform team on 7320 6919 or email [email protected].

08/09/2026

Plans are underway to celebrate South Australia’s Week of Ageing Well in Whyalla from 1–7 October! 😊

Council is putting together a week of free activities for older residents, with plans including historic town tours, a coffee and cinema session, come-and-try activities and more.

The full local program, event details and booking information will be shared soon. In the meantime, you can learn more about South Australia’s Week of Ageing Well here: https://whycc.au/4yjsDeZ

This is supported by Whyalla City Council.

04/09/2026

Are you involved in disability sports? Have your say on the future of sport in Australia.

Australian Sports Commission and The University of Queensland are running a survey about changes to help people with disability take part in sport.

Your feedback will help shape the National Disability Sport Action Plan.

📝 Complete the survey by 30 September 2026.

For more information, check the comments below. 👇