IDPwD Limestone Coast

07/10/2026

International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is coming up quickly! 😯

If you live or work in or near the Mount Gambier / Berrin region and want to join the celebrations, be sure to submit and EOI to be part of our event!

We're looking out for talented locals with disability, especially people who are:
- musicians
- artists
- local businesses
- face painters
- workshop presenters

This event will take place on IDPwD, Thursday 3 December, so don't miss out!
Express your interest here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZZ2GZV3

Brought to you by:
The Regional Community of Practice.
Proudly Sponsored by JFA Purple Orange, The Ian Potter Foundation, and The City of Mount Gambier.

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29/09/2026

Come and celebrate a local story of belonging at work 🎉

Join us to launch The Business of Belonging, a new short video created with Metro Bakery and Cafe, at Working With Purpose in Mount Gambier.

Whether you’re an interested community member, business owner, manager, hiring staff, or simply curious about how to create a stronger workplace culture, you’re invited to join us.

Alongside the video launch, you’ll hear from a panel of industry leaders and people with lived experience in the community sharing their experience of employment and inclusion - they'll give you ideas, perspectives and practical resources to get started.

When: Thursday 29 October, 12pm to 2pm
Where: Adelaide University Mount Gambier Campus
Format: In person, with a livestream option available

Register here: https://purpleorange.org.au/get-involved/event/mount-gambier-berrin-working-with-purpose/

Come along, celebrate the launch and see what belonging at work can look like.

This event is presented by the Regional Employment Project, Adelaide University, Workforce Australia Local Jobs Murray and South East, and Metro Bakery and Cafe.


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17/09/2026

Come and join us for free, inclusive fun and try something new and exciting. All welcome!!!!

📆 - Every Wednesday starting 30th September
🕛 - 4:30pm-6:30pm
🏟- Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre - Mount Gambier
💸 - FREE

10/09/2026

15/04/2026

Ever wanted to try wheelchair basketball? Here's your chance.

Join estara and Wulanda for a come & try wheelchair basketball session. It's free and fun and might just be your new thing!

🕐4.30pm to 6.30pm
📅29 & 30 April 2026
📍Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre, Mount Gambier

🏀Use specialised equipment
🏀No experience needed
🏀Learn from experienced players
🏀Free and Fun!

Join us, register using link. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/S7MZBshJat