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What’s new at estara, plus stories, updates and disability sector news you should know.
Peer Support In Action | August
Our Peer Support team based at The Repat have been busy this month. Here's the latest from the team.
Message from the CEO
The NDIS is changing. Our CEO shares how Estara is engaging with government on your behalf, why your feedback matters right now, and what's coming up next for our community.
A day in the life of a Finance Manager
This month, we shine a spotlight on Iolanda Calabrese who has recently joined Estara as Finance Manager.
Message from the CEO
As we begin a new financial year, CEO Nicole Sykes reflects on the opportunities and challenges ahead for Estara.
A day in the life of a Senior Support Worker
This month, we shine a spotlight on one of our Senior Support Workers, Liza Davison, to hear more about her role at estara.
Peer Support In Action | July
Our Peer Support team based at The Repat have been busy this month. Here's the latest from the team.
Recreation & Wellbeing Half Day Conference - Register Now
Don’t miss the highlight event for Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week. Hosted by ABCs Charles Brice, register now, spaces are limited.
Welcome to the estara Board: Jacki Done and Prue Reid
estara is delighted to welcome two new Board Directors, Jacki Done and Prue Reid, who joined the Board in June 2026.
Be part of new brain training research
Our friends at Adelaide & Flinders Uni are trialling a new cognitive training program for people with spinal cord injury using the NeuroOrb gaming system, and they are looking for participants to join the study.
Message from the CEO
As we approach the end of the financial year, it’s a timely opportunity to reflect on what we’ve been working towards and progressing together. Read Nicole’s update here.
Peer Support In Action | June 2026
estara’s Peer Support team have been busy at The Repat this month. From a sponsored lunch with quizzes and good food, to weekly Art and Wellbeing sessions on the Spinal ward plus some balloon volleyball. Read on to hear what the team has been up to.
A day in the life of a Registered Nurse Consultant
This month we catch up with Kate from our Quality Team and learn more about her role as a Registered Nurse Consultant and what she does outside of work.
Looking forward - our new Strategic Plan
Over the past six months, the estara team has been doing important work to define our next steps and set a clear direction for the future. We are pleased to share estara’s new Strategic Plan for 2026–2030.
A day in the life of an estara Physiotherapist
This month, we shine a spotlight on estara staff member Lucy Clutterbuck, Physiotherapist. We asked Lucy a few questions to get to know her a bit better!
Message from the CEO
It has been another busy and productive month at estara, and I would like to share some important updates with our clients, stakeholders, and broader community.
estara’s Peer Support in action
Our Peer Support team has had a busy few months. From taking medical students through their paces at The Repat, to launching a new art and wellbeing program for inpatients in partnership with SA Health. Here's the latest from Peer Support Mentor, Molly.
Evolving how we deliver services in regional SA
Following a recent review of our service delivery model, we are making some changes to how we operate as an organisation in some regional areas.
Celebrating National Volunteer Week
As part of National Volunteer Week celebrations, we hosted a morning tea in our Adelaide office and recognised volunteer Paul Griffin for 20 years of service.
National Volunteer Week: Hear From The People Involved
It’s National Volunteer Week, and in the lead up, estara’s Megan Quirk spent some time with our volunteers and clients to ask them about their experience.
Celebrating our team of Nurses at estara!
Meet the faces of our amazing team of Nurses at estara, putting heart and care into the support they give, everyday.
Media enquiries
Journalists and media outlets can contact estara to learn more about our initiatives, partnerships and our social impact.