Berri and Barmera

Berri and Barmera Family

Families around Berri and Barmera can find active classes, an all-ages outing, local activity information and support for parenting, development and youth wellbeing. Some services operate from Berri while supporting families across the wider Riverland, including Barmera.

✨ Play, movement and family activities

Riverland Gymnastics Academy

Based at the Riverland Regional Innovation and Sports Precinct on Stadium Drive in Berri, the academy runs Kindergym, Pre Gym, general and inclusive gymnastics, artistic gymnastics, acrobatics, cheerleading, tumbling and Free G. Families can also ask about school and holiday programs or gymnastics birthday parties. Check suitable ages, places and booking requirements directly with the academy.

BIG4 Berri Riverside Holiday Park – Mini Golf

Park guests and day visitors can play a mini-golf course designed for all ages. Access is through the café or office, with the provider listing daily hours of 9 am–4 pm. Confirm current availability and prices before making a special trip.

📅 Find local groups and places to go

River Families First

This Our Town Berri initiative helps Riverland families discover local opportunities and services. Its online resources include a family calendar, playgroup and parent-group information, family service categories, and details or maps for playgrounds, bike tracks, walking tracks and swimming pools. River Families First connects families with information rather than operating every activity it lists.

🌈 Development and disability support

Novita Berri Hub

Children, teenagers and adults can access disability supports including occupational therapy, speech pathology, developmental education, social work, assistive technology and community programs. Support may be provided at the Berri hub at 5 Gilbert Street or at home, school and community locations across the Riverland, including Barmera. General enquiries: 1300 668 482.

Connect Allied Health – Riverland

Children’s services available from the Berri clinic and in community settings include speech pathology, occupational therapy, developmental education, psychology, positive behaviour support, autism diagnostic assessment and functional capacity assessment. The clinic is at 17 Denny Street, Berri; bookings and enquiries can be made on (08) 8337 8770.

❤ Parenting, youth and family support

Relationships Australia SA – Children + Parenting Support

Parents and caregivers raising children can access free groups, individual sessions and family sessions. Support may cover children’s behaviour, parent–child connection, starting school and conflict at home, with delivery in person, through outreach, at school or by telehealth. Riverland enquiries and referrals: (08) 8582 4122.

headspace Berri

Young people aged 12–25 and their families can seek free or low-cost confidential help with mental health, alcohol and other drugs, physical and sexual health, and work or study. Young people may self-refer or be referred by family, friends, a school, GP or another provider; no GP mental health treatment plan is required. Phone (08) 8582 4422.

ac.care – Strong Families, Strong Communities

This targeted early-intervention case-management program supports families with children at home where there are concerns about child safety and wellbeing. It operates in the Berri Barmera Council area, with eligibility assessed through a referral access form. Families may refer themselves, while community and government services can also make referrals.

✅ Before you book or visit

• Check age ranges, supervision requirements and whether places are available.
• Ask whether an appointment, enrolment, referral or eligibility assessment is needed.
• Confirm current fees, funding arrangements and any cancellation conditions.
• Discuss accessibility, communication or sensory needs before attending.

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