Stronger together.
No organisation works alone. We partner with others who care about community. Together, we create more opportunities for you.
Meet our partners and the community groups who call this place home.
Visit us: 126 Henderson Road, Pooraka SA 5095
Our Key Partners
City Of Salisbury
City of Salisbury is our major partner and supporter. They help fund our operations and programs. They believe in what we do.
This partnership means we can keep our doors open. We can offer affordable programs. We can serve our community for the long term.
Department Of Human Services
The Department of Human Services provides grants to support our work. This funding helps us run programs that serve our community.
Skills SA
Skills SA supports our Adult Community Education programs. They help us provide accredited training and pathways to employment. They ensure our teaching meets quality standards.
This partnership means you can gain real qualifications through our classes. Your learning is recognised beyond our centre.
Anglicare
Anglicare provides grants to support our community programs. They share our belief that everyone deserves support and connection.
Why Partnerships Matter
We can’t do it alone. Partnerships mean more programs, better resources, stronger support for you.
Different expertise. Each partner brings different knowledge and skills. Together we serve you better.
Sustainability. Partnerships help ensure we’re here for the long term. When one funding source changes, others help us continue.
Community connections. Partners refer people to us. We refer people to partners. You get connected to what you need.
Shared values. Our partners believe, like we do, that everyone deserves to belong and thrive.
Our Community Partners
We work with many organisations to support our community:
Morella Community Centre – Fellow community centre, sharing knowledge and supporting each other
Dream in Code – Supporting our Reach for the Stars program for girls
Vietnam Veterans Edinburgh – Partnering on our annual Vietnam Veterans Service
Uniting Communities – Supporting special projects and programs
CITC (Construction Industry Training Centre) – Providing White Card training for our construction programs
TAFE SA – Delivering accredited certificates through our programs
And many other local organisations and services.
Community Groups That Gather Here
Several community groups use our spaces for their activities. They’re part of what makes this place vibrant.
Regular Groups
Several community groups use our spaces for their activities. They’re part of what makes this place vibrant.
Groups meet here for:
- Kinder ballet
- Taekwondo
- Quilting
- And other activities
These groups add life to our centre. They bring different people together. They create more opportunities for connection.
Amana Institute
Amana Institute uses our space for the Muslim community. They run a sewing group on Thursdays.
This partnership means Muslim community members have a welcoming space for their activities. It strengthens the diversity of our centre.
Event Stallholders
Our major events bring together community organisations as stallholders:
Family Fun Day stallholders. Local organisations set up information stalls. Share services. Connect with families. Previous stallholders include health services, family support organisations, children’s activity providers and more.
Want to have a stall at Family Fun Day 2026? Call us: 08 8406 8488
NAIDOC Week stallholders. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and community groups share information and resources.
Want to have a stall at NAIDOC Week 2026? Call us: 08 8406 8488
The Warringga Committee
The Warringga Committee is a special group. Pooraka Farm Community Centre is proud to auspice them. Auspicing means we provide administrative and organisational support. They maintain independence and leadership. We’re honoured to support their important work.
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Who They Are
A group formed in 2020. Aboriginal members lead and coordinate the committee’s actions. They share knowledge about Traditional Ecological Knowledge and work on community projects.
The group started meeting in a coffee shop in 2019. They formed officially as the Warringga Committee in 2020. Their knowledge and leadership guide important community work.
What They Do
The Warringga Committee partners with:
- University of South Australia Mawson Lakes Campus
- City of Salisbury
- City of Walkerville
- Cobbler Creek Recreational Park
- Local schools and kindergartens
They’ve been involved in projects including Floods of Fire (Adelaide Festival event with Symphony Orchestra) and various community initiatives.
They coordinate our NAIDOC Week event each year.
Want To Partner With Us?
Are you a community organisation? Do you share our values? Do you want to work together?
We’re open to partnerships that:
- Serve our community well
- Respect our values
- Create real benefits for people
- Build on what we already do
Contact us:
Phone: 08 8406 8488
Email: [email protected]
Want To Use Our Space?
Community groups can hire our halls or enquire about using our space regularly.
Contact Sergio:
Phone: 08 8406 8488
Email: [email protected]
How We Work With Partners
We Listen
What does your organisation need? What can we offer? How can we help each other serve community better?
We Respect
Different organisations work differently. We respect your approach while staying true to ours.
We Communicate
Regular contact. Clear expectations. Honest conversations. Good partnerships need good communication.
We Evaluate
Is this partnership serving our community well? Are we achieving what we hoped? We check in. We adjust when needed.
We Celebrate
When partnerships create good outcomes, we celebrate together. Your success is our success.
Contact Us
Phone: 08 8406 8488
Email: [email protected]
Address: 126 Henderson Road, Pooraka SA 5095
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
Together, we create community where everyone belongs.
Questions?
How do I know which partner organisation to contact?
Call us first: 08 8406 8488. We’ll direct you to the right service.
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Can I get support from partner organisations even if I'm not involved with your centre?
Often yes. Ask us and we’ll explain how to access different services.
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Do you charge partner organisations to use your space?
Depends on the partnership. Some pay hire fees. Some have special arrangements. Contact us to discuss.