Wathaurong Aboriginal Co Op

20/10/2026

** Reminder all Wathaurong Sites are closed today 21st October**

Please note, all Wathaurong sites will be closed Wednesday 21st October September for the public holiday.

Please use the emergency numbers below if you need any support in any area:
If you have a medical emergency, call 000.
If you need a doctor but it is not an emergency, call 13 SICK (13 74 25) or the National Home Doctors Service – 137 425
If you need mental health support, call Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636 or Barwon Health Mental Health services 1300 094 187 or 13Yarn on 13 19 76 or Yarning Safe n Strong 1800 95 95 63.
If you need support with family violence, call Safe Steps – 1800 015 188
If you need support with homelessness, call Opening Doors – 1900 825 955
If you need support with ACJP (Aboriginal Community Justice Panel) for someone who has been taken into custody, call the ACJP phone on 0438 739 613.

Our offices will be open Thursday 22nd October.

20/10/2026

Join us for the second series of Possum Skin Cloak Workshops led by Aunty Lisa Couzens.

This workshop is an opportunity for community to come together to contribute to the creation of possum skin cloaks and blankets for patients on their cancer journey or receiving palliative care, supporting connection, comfort and cultural care.

The workshop is open to everyone, regardless of experience, and all materials will be provided.

Colac Region workshop 1 | Colac Makers Space | Monday 26th October | 4pm - 7pm

Colac Region workshop 2 | Colac Makers Space | Monday 16th November | 4pm - 7pm

These sessions are all drop in.

Please register your interest for catering purposes only.
Colac Registration link: https://bit.ly/4y8rNRK

We welcome community members to come along, learn, connect and contribute to this meaningful project.

If you would like further information, please use the contact details below
[email protected], [email protected],
[email protected], or by Phone 0499321345

19/10/2026

The Geelong Aboriginal Employment Expo is back in 2026!

Happening on Thursday 26th November at Nyaal Banyul Convention Centre, it’s a great opportunity to see a whole range of different employment pathways, traineeships, apprenticeships and education opportunities for First Nations people, all in one place.

The expo will be on from 9am til 5pm, and will include hourly door prizes, lots of giveaways, and most importantly - REAL job opportunities.

If you or someone you know is looking for work, or looking for your next career step, or just want to learn more about what opportunities there are in Geelong, come along and check it out.

This is a FREE event but registration is required - you can register by clicking the link below, or scanning the QR code on the attached flyer.

Our Wathaurong People & Performance team will have a stall on the day and will be able to share information about job opportunities within Wathaurong as well.

See ya there!

REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/L4BeCVrGKvu4TXxX8

18/10/2026

Have you heard? The cafe at Wathaurong Booln Booln Cultural Centre is ready to re-open! Come along to the official opening party on Saturday 31st October to check out the new menu!

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday 31st October.

We’re celebrating the next chapter of the café, and we want Community there with us!

There’ll be plenty happening on the day with live music, kids activities, and coffee for a gold coin donation (eftpos also available).

Stay tuned!

18/10/2026

Please note, all Wathaurong sites will be closed Wednesday 21st October September for the public holiday.

Please use the emergency numbers below if you need any support in any area:
If you have a medical emergency, call 000.
If you need a doctor but it is not an emergency, call 13 SICK (13 74 25) or the National Home Doctors Service – 137 425
If you need mental health support, call Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636 or Barwon Health Mental Health services 1300 094 187 or 13Yarn on 13 19 76 or Yarning Safe n Strong 1800 95 95 63.
If you need support with family violence, call Safe Steps – 1800 015 188
If you need support with homelessness, call Opening Doors – 1900 825 955
If you need support with ACJP (Aboriginal Community Justice Panel) for someone who has been taken into custody, call the ACJP phone on 0438 739 613.

Our offices will be open Thursday 22nd October.

17/10/2026

Join us for the second series of Possum Skin Cloak Workshops led by Aunty Lisa Couzens.

These workshops are an opportunity for community to come together to contribute to the creation of possum skin cloaks and blankets for patients on their cancer journey or receiving palliative care, supporting connection, comfort and cultural care.

The workshops are open to everyone, regardless of experience, and all materials will be provided.

Geelong Region workshop 1 | Monday 19th October | Norlane ARC (1-9 Cox Rd, Norlane) | 4pm - 7pm

Geelong Region workshop 2 | Tuesday 10th November | Norlane ARC (1-9 Cox Rd, Norlane) | 4pm - 7pm

Both sessions are drop in!

Please register your interest for catering purposes only:
Geelong rego link: https://bit.ly/4yauwdC

We welcome community members to come along, learn, connect and contribute to this meaningful project.

If you would like further information, please use the contact details below
[email protected], [email protected],
[email protected] or by Phone 0499321345

16/10/2026

Take a moment to check in.

Check in with yourself.
Check in with family.
Check in with friends.
Check in with your mob.

Whether it’s a quick message, a cuppa and a yarn, or spending some time together, connection can make a difference.

This month is a reminder to look after yourself and each other, and to reach out for support when you need it.

Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-op: 5277 0044
13 Yarn: 139 276
Yarning Safe’ n ’Strong: 1800 959 563
Brother to Brother: 1800 435 799
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
The Orange door: 1800 312 820
Thirrili: 1800 805 801
eheadspace: 1800 650 890

15/10/2026

Our weekly morning Smoking ceremony is at St Helens Reserve (9-21 Holden Ave, Rippleside) on Monday, 19th October.

Every Monday we start the working week at Wathaurong with a smoking ceremony to help ground us, connect to country, and reflect on what is important to us this week.

Everyone is welcome to join us for the smoking ceremony each week at 9:30am

15/10/2026

Do you have a head for numbers, strong organisational skills and a passion to support community?

We are hiring a new Accounts Officer!

This role works within our finance team to support the efficient and effective processing of supplier and other creditor transactions from purchase order to payment.

If this sounds like something you're interested in, check out the role on our website and apply today!

https://wathaurong.org.au/careers/accounts-officer/

For any questions about the tole, email [email protected]