headspace Rockingham

headspace Rockingham's Sexual Health Clinic is currently appointment only

How to book?
📱call 6595 8888 or
📨 email [email protected]

Where are we?
📍headspace Rockingham, 3/18 Goddard Street, 6168

Cost? FREE

Meet the pets of headspace Rockingham: Poppy and Albus! 😍
Albus snores like an old man and Poppy prefers being the little spoon 💚

The Secret Harbour result should concern us.

The result of the Secret Harbour by-election should make political leaders across Western Australia pay attention.

People are frustrated, and in many cases they have good reason to be. Cost of living is hurting families, housing feels increasingly out of reach, mortgage holders are under pressure and many people feel governments are changing the rules around things like negative gearing without fixing the bigger problems.

Migration is part of that frustration too. If population growth is outpacing housing and infrastructure, people are going to ask questions. They should be able to do that without being dismissed or labelled.

So I understand why people are looking for alternatives.

But understanding the anger does not mean we should ignore where some of those alternatives may take us.

As the CEO of an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation, I believe we need to look carefully at that.

For more than 30 years, Wungening has seen what happens when Aboriginal people are empowered to lead solutions for their own communities. Culture is not an obstacle to progress. Aboriginal identity is not something Australia needs to move beyond. And recognising the unique history, knowledge and rights of the world’s oldest continuing culture does not diminish anyone else’s place in this country.

Our experience tells us the opposite. Strong culture creates stronger people, stronger families and stronger communities.

That is why I worry when legitimate economic frustration becomes mixed with arguments that the answer to Australia’s problems is to recognise difference less, acknowledge culture less or retreat from the work of reconciliation.

At a time when Australia still has enormous work to do in areas including health, justice, housing, child protection and family wellbeing, I don’t believe the answer is to step away from Aboriginal voices or diminish the importance of Aboriginal culture. We need to listen more closely to communities and give them greater ownership over the solutions that affect their lives.

Strong communities aren’t created by telling people that somebody else is responsible for their problems. They are created by giving people a voice, creating opportunity, strengthening families and making sure people believe they have a stake in the future.

The people of Secret Harbour have made their democratic choice, and that choice should be respected.

Perhaps the biggest message from Secret Harbour isn’t about One Nation at all.

Perhaps it is that too many Australians don’t believe they are being heard.

Political leaders should take that message seriously.

They should listen to families worried about mortgages. Listen to young people who can’t afford houses. Listen to small business owners. Listen to people worried about infrastructure and migration. And listen to Aboriginal communities when we talk about the challenges our families continue to face.

Because when people stop believing established institutions are listening to them, they will go looking for somebody who appears to be.

I can understand that message from Secret Harbour without agreeing with where it has landed.

The challenge now is making sure frustration doesn’t become division.

Australia can demand better economic policy, better government and greater accountability without turning our backs on culture, inclusion or each other.

Our leaders represent us. It is their job to listen, their responsibility to be accountable, and when the community tells them something is not working, they need to be prepared to change.


Daniel Morrison-Bird​
Chief Executive Officer

FREE Pilates every Thursday in September 🙌
🧩Ages 12-25
🧩5:30-6:30pm
🧩 September 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th 2026
📍headspace Rockingham, 3/18 Goddard street
Register via the QR code below or click https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/6FN6r0NsTc

Free crafts & snacks this afternoon at CraftSpace 🤩
🫶 colour or crotchet 4:30-6:30pm for ages 12-25
📍headspace Rockingham 3/18 Goddard Street, 6168

Are you 18-25 and want a safe space to craft and connect?
This afternoon we're colouring!
💚 Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm
💚 Unit 3/18 Goddard Street, Rockingham
💚 Walk ins welcome!
Please call 08 6595 8888 or email [email protected]

Bowling? Laser tag? Hijinx Hotel? This Thursday is DAY OF FUN! That means tickets to Funlab venues across Australia start from $5 and proceeds go to headspace to support youth mental health. So if you needed an excuse to go out with your friends or family, this is it.

Exclusions apply, see link in bio for full details and to book now.

Strike Bowling Bar Hijinx Hotel Holey Moley Golf Club Archie Brothers

Families play an important role in a young person's wellbeing, whether they're going through a tough time or things are tracking well. Taking care of your own mental health can help you stay connected and supportive.

Join this online chat to connect with other adults. Share experiences, explore strategies, and feel supported as you navigate your wellbeing and your role as a carer.

📅 2 September, from 6:30pm – 9:45pm AEST
💻Online text-based chat
✅Register now via the link

You don't have to figure this out alone. Tap the link to register and set a reminder for the chat. https://bit.ly/3Ud4ZCq

💜Happy wear it purple day from headspace Rockingham 💜
We prioritize inclusivity and safety for our LGBTQIA+SB young people so you feel welcome and respected when you need support 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
On this Wear It Purple Day, let’s commit to taking steps that create accepting communities for LGBTQIA+SB young people and their families.
Head to headspace.org.au to discover tips and resources on how you can show support to young LGBTQIA+SB Australians. Each effort adds up to something great.
Let's come together to make courage, pride and inclusion part of our everyday actions. Learn more here: https://www.wearitpurple.org/wear-it-purple-day-2026🌈 You deserve to feel safe, supported and proud 🌈