Programs
Connect, exercise & thrive together
Discover our support groups, exercise classes, and events across Perth. Your pathway to connection and growth is easily accessible in multiple locations.
Timetable
Women and Children Group
Tap for details ↻Weekly
Friday
📍 Stirling Leisure Centre, Mirrabooka
🕒 10:00am – 1:00pm
A free, fun, friendly social group for mums and their babies under 12 months old. No registration required.
Women's Only Exercise Classes
Tap for details ↻Weekly during school terms, excluding public holidays
Monday
📍 Bentley Community Centre, Nyamup Way, Bentley
🕒 9:35am – 10:20pm
Wednesday
📍 Morley Sport & Recreation Centre (Mangini Room)
🕒 10:35am – 11:20pm
Friday
📍 Stirling Leisure Centre, Mirrabooka
🕒 10:35am – 11:20pm
Exercise in a private, friendly and inclusive environment for women only. Sessions are free of charge. No registration required. Exercise activities vary (yoga, aerobics, Zumba etc.) During school terms only. No classes on public holidays.
For more information
If you or someone you know could benefit from support, contact us today!
Call 08 9345 5335 or visit us for assistance.
Women's Parenting Group (Bringing Up Great Kids)
Tap for details ↻Weekly
Monday
📍 101 Challis Rd, Seville Grove
🕒 10:00am – 1:00pm
Thursday
📍 Agonis Community Centre
Lyal Richardson Hall
2232 Albany Hwy, Gosnells
🕒 10:00am – 1:00pm
Per school term: 6 Evidence based parenting sessions about children aged 5-12 years "Bringing up Great Kids” and 4 information sessions on health/welfare topics. Creche and activities for babies and toddlers and craft activity for women. Service available in Gosnells and Armadale.
Carer's Group
Tap for details ↻Weekly during school terms, excluding public holidays
Tuesday
📍 Ishar Cannington 31 Manning Road, Cannington
🕒 10:30am – 12:30pm
Wednesday
📍 21 Sudbury Rd, Mirrabooka Upstairs at Ishar
🕒 10:30am – 12:30pm
Weekly group for carers of people living with a mental illness, to enhance their well-being through provision of individual support, group activities and community education.
WOMN (Women Of Many Nations)
Tap for details ↻Weekly during school terms, excluding public holidays
Tuesday
📍 Ishar Cannington 31 Manning Road, Cannington
🕒 10:30am – 12:30pm
Wednesday
📍 21 Sudbury Rd, Mirrabooka Upstairs at Ishar
🕒 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Women's Support Group
Tap for details ↻Weekly
Tuesday
📍 Addison Park Clubrooms Baltimore Parade, Merriwa
🕒 9:30am – 12:30pm
Group information sessions for migrant women on welfare, health, parenting/relationships, housing, finance, with sewing instruction and/or craft activities, creche and child activities provided for women and children with a residency of less than 15 years. Service available in Merriwa and Mirrabooka.
Mums’ & Bubs’ Group
Tap for details ↻Fortnightly
Wednesday
📍 Ishar Cannington 31 Manning Road, Cannington
🕒 10:00am – 12:00pm
A free, fun, friendly social group for mums and their babies under 12 months old. No registration required.
Mum & Baby Yoga
Tap for details ↻4th Aug, 8th Sept, 20th Oct & 24th Nov
Tuesday
📍 21 Sudbury Rd, Mirrabooka Upstairs at Ishar
🕒 10:30am – 12:00pm
A free, fun, friendly social group for mums and their babies under 12 months old. No registration required.
Information Session SETS(Settlement and Transitional Services)
Tap for details ↻Weekly
Friday
📍 Stirling Leisure Centre, Mirrabooka
🕒 10:00am – 1:00pm
Upcoming Events
Exciting events are in the works! Check back soon, or sign up for our membership to receive the latest announcements and event updates.
Ishar International Women’s Day Breakfast 2027 — Watch this space
Location: Pending
Date: Pending
Our previous IWD events have been a standout success. Well-attended, high-energy, and full of thoughtful conversation. We can’t wait to make 2027 our biggest and most impactful yet.
A Proven Favourite
1) Leave with momentum. Ideas, resources, and connections you can carry forward
2) Meet your people! Colleagues, allies, mentors, and future collaborators
3) Get inspired by voices and experiences that broaden perspective
Why you should come
1) Interactive moments that leave you energised, connected, and ready to act
2) Networking with people who care about progress and community
3) Panel discussions & Q&A that tackle real-world issues with practical takeaways
4) Inspiring speakers & stories from leaders, creators, and changemakers
What to expect
While our date and location are still being confirmed, we’re already planning an event that brings people together to celebrate women’s achievements, spark meaningful conversations, and build momentum for the year ahead. Keep your eyes peeled as details will drop soon. Something special is coming for IWD 2027.
Women’s Health Week Pop-up
Location: Bently Plaza Shopping Centre
Date: 8th September 2026
We’re hosting a community stall pop-up in Cannington to promote Ishar and the women’s health services available locally. This pop-up is a friendly, drop-in opportunity to meet our team, learn what support is available, and find the right pathway to care.
What you can expect
1) Information about Ishar and how we support women’s health and wellbeing
2) A clear overview of the Cannington women’s health services we provide
3) Support with understanding eligibility, referrals, and how to book
4) Printed resources and service contacts to take home
5) A chance to ask questions privately and get connected to the right support
Why we’re doing this
Cannington is at the centre of this pop-up. Our goal is to raise awareness of our services in the area, make access simpler, and ensure more people know where to go for trusted women’s health support, close to home.
If you’re unsure where to start, come and chat with us. We’re here to help you find the support that fits your needs.
Previous Events
This Year's International Women's Day Breakfast
Balance the Scales: Creating a Fair and Inclusive Justice System for Women and Girls
Join Ishar in celebrating International Women's Day 2026. This year's theme, Balance the Scales, calls for creating a fair and inclusive justice system for women and girls. The theme draws attention to ongoing barriers to justice, including low conviction rates in sexual assault cases and systemic discrimination, while advocating for transforming justice systems and amplifying marginalised voices to make equality the standard rather than the exception.
For more information
If you or someone you know could benefit from support, contact us today!
Call 08 9345 5335 or visit us for assistance.
Services Descriptions
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Psychology & Counselling
Psychological therapy and counselling. Mental Health Care Plan from GP required for Bulk Bill to Medicare.
Counselling services are free.
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Women's Health
Female GP’s are available for issues regarding female reproductive health, sexual health and antenatal care. Services include cervical screening, breast checks, contraception, and more.
Bulk Bill to Medicare.
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Perinatal Clinical Services
Pregnancy, childbirth, perinatal support and education. Services include antenatal shared care with the hospital, health information, individual consultations, childbirth & postnatal education, a home visit 2-3 weeks after you have had the baby and a “Mums’ Group”.
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Perinatal Mental Health Services
A support service for pregnant women and new mothers, including individual advocacy and a perinatal psychologist. The service provides practical and mental health support, activities and information about parenting and self-care.
Contact info@ishar.org.au for more information.
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Domestic Violence Support Services
Individual advocacy for women experiencing FDV, including social work and therapeutic groups.
Contact info@ishar.org.au for more information and to get in touch with our FDV advocacy team.
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Women's Support & WOMN Program
Weekly support groups for women to socialise and participate in skills development activities, as well as information and workshops on parenting, relationships, mental health, welfare, and physical health.
Contact info@ishar.org.au for more information.
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Carers Support Program
The Carer Support Program offers a range of support from counselling, social work and case management to organising outings and events.
The program also offers respite, home visiting and group therapy.
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Settlement, Engagement & Transition Services
Case Work Assistance and information with settlement issues for newly arrived humanitarian refugees living in Australia for five or fewer years, including housing, education, employment, settlement, citizenship, financial referrals, and Centrelink services.
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Youth Services
Ishar's Youth Services offers individual casework support, as well as community and school education programs, for women aged 14 to 25.
Women’s Support Services
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Women's Health
Holistic care for women, embracing reproductive health, ante & perinatal support, along with nutrition and exercise guidance. Your well-being, our priority.
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Family & Domestic Violence
Comprehensive services including psychology, counselling, youth support, and individual advocacy. We stand with you on your journey to healing.
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Empowering Youth
Supporting young women aged 14+ through advocacy, education, and outreach. Our youth service stands with you, fostering growth and resilience on your journey.
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Mental Health
Expertise in perinatal mental health, clinical psychology, counselling, art therapy, and support groups. Nurturing your mental well-being is our commitment.
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Community Education
Bilingual health and nutrition education, along with cultural competence training for service providers. Empowering informed and culturally sensitive communities.
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Social Support & Advocacy
Join our support groups and access our settlement, engagement & transition services. Together, we create a supportive community, fostering empowerment and holistic well-being.
