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We provide a range of information and resources to help all women be informed and empowered to take care of their health and wellbeing. Here is a selection of information and articles on women's health. If you are looking for something else, please contact us.

Women’s Health Week

7th–11th September 2026 Women’s Health Week runs from 7th–11th September and is a chance to put women’s health and wellbeing front and centre encouraging women and girls to make time for their health, connect with one another and have important conversations about wellbeing. We started our celebrations a little early on Saturday with a very special First Nations Women’s Health gathering at the Centre in partnership with Gateway Family Services More than 50 women and girls joi

Health Info

Aug 241 min read

Pregnancy Timeline Fact Sheet

This fact sheet provides a general guide to the standard appointments, tests and check-ups you should expect during a healthy pregnancy. Throughout your pregnancy, your chosen healthcare provider(s) will help look after the health of you and your baby. You’ll be offered scans, regular checkups and tests, and appointments with health professionals like midwives, general practitioners (GPs), and obstetricians. This fact sheet provides a general guide to the standard appointment

Health Info

Jun 11 min read

News & Info

EViE - Ending Violence, Improving Equality

A powerful domestiv violence prevention project led by teens and young adults, supported by Centre staff. Want to learn more about EViE? EViE is the acronym for 'Ending Violence, improving Equality' and operates as a Primary Prevention of Domestic Violence Project facilitated & led by The Blue Mountains Women's Health and Resource Centre. Team EViE is a group of passionate Blue Mountains teens & young adults. Ages range from 13- 24, with both women & non-binary people as t

For Under 25s

5 days ago2 min read

September Newsletter

Spring has arrived, and so has our September Monthly Newsletter! Inside this month's edition you'll find: Women's Health Week events and activities Community events happening across the Blue Mountains this September Updates from BMWHRC programs and services Upcoming workshops, groups and opportunities to get involved Save the date for Reclaim the Night on 30 October View and download a PDF here: Read the latest or browse previous editions one our website here. Prefer a paper

Newsletters

Sep 11 min read

Women’s Health Week

7th–11th September 2026 Women’s Health Week runs from 7th–11th September and is a chance to put women’s health and wellbeing front and centre encouraging women and girls to make time for their health, connect with one another and have important conversations about wellbeing. We started our celebrations a little early on Saturday with a very special First Nations Women’s Health gathering at the Centre in partnership with Gateway Family Services More than 50 women and girls joi

Health Info

Aug 241 min read

24 Hour Help Lines

Kids Helpline

Free, private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.

1800 55 1800

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Beyond Blue

For mental health info or free, qualified support via chat or phone. Find a life beyond the blues today.

1300 225 636

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Lifeline

Access to crisis support and suicide prevention services for anyone experiencing emotional distress.

13 11 14

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Mental Health Line

Free mental health advice, info and referrals if you are worried about your or someone else's mental health.

1800 011 511

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DV Line

Information, counselling and support service for people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence.

1800 65 64 63

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Link2Home

Homelessness information and referral telephone service for people who are, or at risk of being, homeless.

1800 011 511

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Health Information

Women’s Health Week

Pregnancy Timeline Fact Sheet

News & Info

EViE - Ending Violence, Improving Equality

September Newsletter

Women’s Health Week

24 Hour Help Lines

Kids Helpline

Beyond Blue

Lifeline

Mental Health Line

DV Line

Link2Home

BMWHRC acknowledges the Dharug and Gundungurra people as the traditional owners & custodians of the land on which we work.

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At Blue Mountains Women's Health & Resource Centre, we're committed to keeping you safe.

Out Of Hours Support

If you are experiencing an emergency please call 000

Katoomba Hospital Emergency Department: 4784 6500

After hours GP Helpline: 1800 022 222

The Mental Health Crisis Team: 1800 011 511

Domestic Violence Hotline (1800RESPECT): 1800 737 732

Lifeline: 13 11 14

Family Planning NSW Talkline: 1300 658 886

Pregnancy Choices Helpline: 1800 008 463

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