- provide a safe place for new arrivals,(and not so new) refugees or sponsored migrants,  to meet on a weekly basis.

- provide English conversation instruction for women focusing on new arrivals unable to access formal Government provided tuition due to transport and family difficulties.

- teach the basics of keyboard and computer skills and assist women in  learning for the written driving test

- provide an opportunity for new arrivals to meet with local residents in a non-threatening environment

- provide an opportunity for new arrivals to have access to sewing machines and learn the fundamentals of “dressmaking”.

- provide instruction in Australian type cooking and the importance of healthy eating habits.

- encourage women to take over the running of International Women’s Group

- provide information on health, nutrition and government support options.

- encourage newly arrived women to take over the running of International Women’s Day.

Please ring Pat Thomas  (08) 82511371 or mobile 0419 869 219 or

Wendy Sinnott 82644515 or mobile 0412 646 086