May Group Activities Calendar

May Highlights:

  • I Can Lead Training with Mandy & Mar (DAS) on Wednesday 14 May from 10am to 12pm.
  • IDAHOBIT Community event on Friday 16 May from 11am to 2pm.
  • The Foot Doctor from Central Australian Aboriginal Congress visit on Monday 19 May from 10am to 12pm.
  • First Peer Reference Group meeting on Monday 26 May from 10am to 11am.
  • World no Tobacco Day the Central Australia Aboriginal Congress Tackling Indigenous Smoking Team on Thursday 29 May from 10am to 11am.

Weekend Activities include Cinema, Bowling, a day trip to Standley Chasm and a Picnic at Telegraph Station.

MHACA’s Drop-in Centre will be closed on Monday 5 May for Public Holiday. 

Download or view the May Group Activities Calendar.

Call 08 89504600 or email info@mhaca.org.au to inquire about group activities for people living with mental health challenges.

Email intake@mhaca.org.au to enquire about an intake interview, or download the MHACA referral form.

MHACA can also provide individual support and is a registered NDIS provider.

In addition to structured activities, a Drop-in Centre is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 8.30am – 3pm, and Wednesdays from 8.30am to 1.30pm.

The Drop-in Centre is a welcoming space where people can connect with others and participate in activities. It provides:

  • a comfy lounge area
  • kitchen facilities
  • computers with internet access
  • activities such as music jam, healthy cooking and sports
  • musical instruments
  • laundry and bathroom facilities.

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💛 World Suicide Prevention Day – Walk & Breakfast

Join us on Thursday 10 September 2026 from 7am on the banks of the Todd River as we come together to walk in solidarity, remember those we’ve lost, share stories and strengthen our connections.

☕ 7.00am – Free hot cuppa from the coffee van
🚶 7.30am – Remembrance Walk
🌿 8.00am – Welcome to Country | Smoking Ceremony | Speeches
🍳 8.15am – Free breakfast

🌼 Everyone is invited to place a flower on our Remembrance Wall in honour of a loved one.

📍 The walk begins at the corner of Leichhardt Terrace and Parsons Street and follows the banks of the Todd River in a loop.

Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/share/1EvaKcX6NE/

Together, we can keep each other safe.

This event is a collaboration between the Mental Health Association of Central Australia, StandBy Support After Suicide and Thirrili - Indigenous Suicide Postvention Service, with support from Alice Springs Town Council.

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #WSPD2026 #AliceSprings #SuicidePrevention #CommunityConnection
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💛 World Suicide Prevention Day – Walk & Breakfast

Join us on Thursday 10 September 2026 from 7am on the banks of the Todd River as we come together to walk in solidarity, remember those we’ve lost, share stories and strengthen our connections.

☕ 7.00am – Free hot cuppa from the coffee van
🚶 7.30am – Remembrance Walk
🌿 8.00am – Welcome to Country | Smoking Ceremony | Speeches
🍳 8.15am – Free breakfast

🌼 Everyone is invited to place a flower on our Remembrance Wall in honour of a loved one.

📍 The walk begins at the corner of Leichhardt Terrace and Parsons Street and follows the banks of the Todd River in a loop.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EvaKcX6NE/

Together, we can keep each other safe.

This event is a collaboration between the Mental Health Association of Central Australia, StandBy Support After Suicide  and Thirrili - Indigenous Suicide Postvention Service, with support from Alice Springs Town Council.

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #WSPD2026 #AliceSprings #SuicidePrevention #CommunityConnection

🎪 Heads Up Youth Wellbeing Event 2026 by headspace Alice Springs 🎪

Join us on Friday 28 August, from 12:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station!

This year’s theme is Carnivale, and the event will provide a fun, welcoming and inclusive space for young people to connect, relax and enjoy the day.

🎶 Live music
🎤 Inspiring speakers
🎨 Stalls and activities
🍴 Food
💬 Chat zone
😌 Chill-out space
🎁 Prizes

This is a FREE event. Come along and bring your friends!

For more info, email joshua.brown@caac.org.au
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🎪 Heads Up Youth Wellbeing Event 2026 by headspace Alice Springs 🎪

Join us on Friday 28 August, from 12:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station!

This year’s theme is Carnivale, and the event will provide a fun, welcoming and inclusive space for young people to connect, relax and enjoy the day.

🎶 Live music
🎤 Inspiring speakers
🎨 Stalls and activities
🍴 Food
💬 Chat zone
😌 Chill-out space
🎁 Prizes

This is a FREE event. Come along and bring your friends!

For more info, email joshua.brown@caac.org.au
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