November 2, 2026
We had a busy and enjoyable October here at SWAMS in Mandurah, with plenty of opportunities for our participants to connect, stay active and spend time together.
Over the past few weeks, our clients have participated in a range of activities, including NAIDOC celebrations and dedicated Men’s and Ladies Group activity days. One of the highlights was a day out together for yarning and a delicious fish and chips lunch by the waterfront, providing a wonderful opportunity to relax, share stories, and enjoy each other’s company.
Our team also joined other local service providers at the Peel Live Lighter Aged Care Games, where participants enjoyed friendly competition, laughter, and community spirit. Although our team came third, we had a great time.
During the Mandja NAIDOC Dandjoo Yoki 2026 celebrations, our Elder Care Support and Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) teams were proud to support the community event on the Mandurah Western Foreshore. It was fantastic to catch up with mob and take part in the smoking ceremony, enjoy live music and dance performances, and see families gathering together for a day of culture, food, and fun activities with the koorlangkas. A big thank you to Trevor Walley for allowing us to share some of his amazing photos from the day.
Looking ahead, we are excited to celebrate the festive season with our annual Christmas luncheon, which will be held on Thursday 10 December at the Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club. Invitations will be sent out soon if you haven’t received yours already, and we look forward to sharing this special occasion.
We thank everyone for their ongoing support and look forward to another month filled with connection, culture, and community.
If you know someone that might want to learn more about our program in Bindjareb, ask them to phone (08) 9514 5995.