Pooraka Farm Community Centre
Because Learning Never Ends
You've found the right place.
We pride ourselves on offering a welcoming, family-friendly environment where everyone feels safe and accepted. Our community members tell us they appreciate our free programs and activities that foster social connections, provide valuable information, and teach new skills. We’re passionate about lifelong learning and sharing that passion with others. Looking for connection, growth, and opportunities to learn? We’re here when you’re ready, come as you are, and we’ll meet you wherever you are on your journey.
Find Your Place
Chatty Cafe - Start Here
First Tuesday of the month, 1pm-3pm
Drop in for a cup of tea and conversation. No booking needed. No questions asked. Just come. This is the easiest first step. Meet people. Ask questions. See if we’re right for you.
Free
Join Us At Pooraka Farm Community Centre?
Learn New Skills
Build confidence in supportive classes. Learn English. Gain work skills. Discover you’re strengths.
Free childcare available for children aged 0 to 5 years.
Free Training
Make Connections
Join social groups. Meet people. Build friendships. Feel heard and validated.
Book groups, women’s groups, playgroup for young children, social gatherings. We check on each other. You matter here.
Celebrate Together
Family Fun Day in May. NAIDOC Week in July. Iftar during Ramadan. Vietnam Veterans Service in August. Volunteer Night in May.
Everyone welcome. All our major events are free.
30+ Years Creating Home
We started in 1993. Small beginning. Big vision. Create a place where everyone belongs.
Now we serve hundreds of people every week. Multiple generations. 58% culturally diverse participation in Adult Community Education. Classes, groups, activities and events for all ages.
But you’re not a number. You’re a person. You matter.
Hire Our Halls
Need a space for your celebration, meeting or gathering? Two halls in Pooraka. Kitchen included. Affordable rates.
Saturday and Sunday hire available.
Volunteer With Us
Help with classes, events, welcoming, kitchen, garden. We match you with opportunities that suit your time and interests.
Call us: 08 8406 8488
Visit Us
Main centre: 126 Henderson Road, Pooraka SA 5095
Second location: 39 Scott Street, Pooraka SA 5095
Phone: 08 8406 8488
Email: [email protected]
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
First visit? Drop in First Tuesday of the Month 1pm for Chatty Cafe. No appointment needed.
You’ve been invisible long enough. Come find your people.