Decluttering made doable: workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families

Do you have too much in your wardrobe? Are you getting posted again and tired of feeling like you have just too much stuff? Not sure where to start? 

Join us online on Saturday 14 November 2026 to learn practical ways to sort, organise, and let go of the ‘too much’. Just on time before peak-posting season, this online  declutter your wardrobe workshop is a hands-on wardrobe declutter you can follow from home. This wellbeing activity is free for war widows, defence and veteran families. 

Declutter your wardrobe

Join us online via Zoom for a 90-minute decluttering workshop led by Amy Revell of The Art of Decluttering, focused this time on wardrobes. Amy will share practical strategies for both organising and decluttering your wardrobe, so you can make the most of your space and keep what works for you.

It’s a friendly, no-pressure session you can join from home, whether you’re tackling a full wardrobe overhaul or just want a place to start. There is no cost to attend, and this is an adults-only activity.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “I appreciate opportunities to learn new things, develop practical skills, and prioritise self-care and wellbeing in a supportive and welcoming environment.” 

Event information

• Location: Online via Zoom (link will be sent to you).

• Date: Saturday 14 November 2026.

• Time: 2pm – 3.30pm (AEDT).

• Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

Six weeks of mindfulness: an online course for war widows, defence and veteran families

Give yourself an hour a week to slow down and learn how to be more present. This six-week wellbeing activity is a practical, evidence-based introduction to mindfulness you can join from home. With the first session on Tuesday 10 November 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can now join our mindfulness course online.

Mindfulness course

Join us online via Zoom for a six-week mindfulness course led by Lydia Vorona from Living Aware. Each one-hour session explores a different theme — from what mindfulness is and isn’t, to autopilot versus being present, the evidence-based benefits, stress physiology, and bringing mindfulness into daily life. Every week also includes two guided meditation practices and time for questions.

The course covers formal and informal practice, mindful breathing and body practices, mindful walking and eating, and the difference between responding and reacting. The content is drawn from the acclaimed eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. There is no cost to attend, and this is an adults-only activity.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “I appreciate opportunities to learn new things, develop practical skills, and prioritise self-care and wellbeing in a supportive and welcoming environment.”

Event information

• Location: Online via Zoom (link will be sent to you).

• Dates: 

1. • Tuesday 10 November 2026
   • Tuesday 17 November 2026
   • Tuesday 24 November 2026
   • Tuesday 1 December 2026
   • Tuesday 8 December 2026
   • Tuesday 15 December 2026

• Time: 7pm – 8pm (AEDT).

• Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

A beachside games afternoon for war widows, defence and veteran families

A little friendly competition, a good lunch, and the beach as a backdrop. This wellbeing activity at Dolls Point brings families together for a casual afternoon of games and good food. On Friday 6 November 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join our beachside lunch and boardgames for a relaxed day out by the water.

Beachside lunch and boardgames

Join us at Coffee in the Park in Dolls Point for a relaxed afternoon at the beach, with plenty of chances to have fun, connect, and enjoy some friendly competition. We’ll have a range of games to choose from, including UNO, card games, Guess the Brand, Categories, Quiddler, Imposter, and Pass the Pigs. Lunch is part of the day too, so there’s time to sit back, share a meal, and spend time together in a casual beachside setting.

Lunch and games are provided, and there is no cost to attend. Children are welcome with adult supervision. One thing to note: beach tables can’t be guaranteed and, where available, don’t have back support — so the group may need to sit on picnic blankets on the grass, or you’re welcome to bring your own chair.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “I just wanted to express my gratitude for being able to connect with such a wonderful group. It was such a great opportunity to do an activity and get to know some of the other attendees at the same time.” 

Event information

• Location: Meet outside Coffee in the Park, 179 Russell Ave, Dolls Point NSW.

• Date: Friday 6 November 2026.

• Time: 12pm – 2pm.

• Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is essential, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

Reconnect in nature: wellbeing walk for war widows, defence and veteran families

Slow right down and reconnect — with nature, and with yourself. This wellbeing activity is a gentle, guided walk through the Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary, designed to help you feel present and at ease. On Friday 30 October 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join our nature connection walk for a calm, mindful morning in the bush.

Nature connection walk

Join us at Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary for a 90-minute guided nature connection walk — a gentle, sensory-based experience designed to help you reconnect with nature and yourself. Nature and forest therapy guide Sarah Murray-Boyd will lead you through techniques such as mindful breathing, sensory awareness, grounding, and silent observation to encourage relaxation, presence, and reflection.

There is no cost to attend. Because this is a quiet, mindful activity, it isn’t suited to young children, though infants and babies are welcome. After the walk, you’re warmly invited to keep the conversation going at Wildbark Café, where coffee is available to purchase at your own expense.

Previous attendees of wellbeing activities said “I enjoyed spending time outdoors, exploring somewhere new, getting fresh air and gentle exercise, and connecting with others who understand my lifestyle and experiences.” 

Event information

• Location: Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary, 25 Rosenberg St, Throsby ACT 2914.

• Date: Friday 30 October 2026.

• Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm.

• Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

Experience sound immersion: free session for war widows defence and veteran families

Set aside a couple of hours to switch off and let the sound do the rest. This wellbeing activity at Cronulla offers an hour of deep relaxation, followed by a coffee by the beach. On Saturday 24 October 2026, defence and veteran families can join our sound immersion session for a calm, restorative morning.

Sound immersion

Join us at Heart and Soul Yoga in Cronulla for a sound immersion session led by Bianca Teremi, a UNSW-approved music tutor and certified yoga instructor. You’ll lie still on the floor for around 60 minutes while a variety of calming sounds, including crystal singing bowls, move through the room to promote relaxation and wellness. Afterwards, we’ll head to a local cafe for a coffee or tea together.

The session and coffee are included, and there is no cost to attend. Children aged 10 and over are welcome with adult supervision. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat and a small blanket or jacket to stay warm while you rest.

A couple of things to note: the studio is up two flights of stairs and there is no lift. Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can start promptly at 11 am. Cronulla gets busy on weekends, so allow plenty of time to park and walk to the studio — the Croyden Street Carpark has unlimited parking on the top level.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “I just wanted to express my gratitude for being able to connect with such a wonderful group. It was such a great opportunity to do a self-care activity and get to know some of the other attendees at the same time.”

Event information

• Location: Heart and Soul Yoga, 1/57 Cronulla St, Cronulla NSW 2230 (the studio is located up 2 flights of stairs, no lift is available).

• Date: Saturday 24 October 2026.

• Times: 11am – 1pm.

• Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.