'How can connectedness be achieved in hub-and-spoke organisations?'

The findings in this report provide insights into strategies that UCSA could develop to build staff connectedness and to enhance staff training outcomes.

Hub and Spoke 2 Research Report

Reference: Mackenzie, Catherine and Goodwin-Smith, Ian (2022) Connecting our people: how can connectedness be achieved in hub-and-spoke organisations? Report on survey findings 2021-22. Hearing Country Voices Research Partnership Report no. 14. The Centre for Social Impact. Flinders University. Adelaide

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Child Protection & Foster Care Week

A community is like a puzzle; all the pieces must come together for it to function harmoniously. As we approach Child Protection Week and Foster Carers Week, we express our heartfelt gratitude to all the caregivers who dedicate their lives to nurturing our country's children. Your selflessness and unwavering commitment inspire us all. Your tireless efforts are instrumental in changing lives and creating a brighter future for these children.
Tamika King

Chat with Tamika King, Wellbeing Support Officer, John Pirie Secondary School.
Katie Szabo

A chat with Katie Szabo, Wellbeing Support Officer, Roxby Downs Area School.
Sheriden Tate

A chat with Sheriden Tate, Wellbeing Support Officer, Airdale Primary School.

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For community and social service workers, practising in regional, rural and remote (RRR) areas presents distinctive challenges and requires a different set of skills from urban practice. Key additional factors that remote workers may encounter include: sparse populations, long distances, few transport options, limited travel routes, isolated living conditions and, in many places, poor telecommunications access.
The Effects of Pastoral Care Workers on Student Wellbeing in Regional and Metropolitan Schools

Using mixed methods, the study explored the ways in which the National School Chaplaincy Program affects student wellbeing in South Australian regional and metropolitan government schools.
Country Children in Care

What are the experiences of children in care in the country and what would help them flourish? This investigation of the experiences of children in care in the country is part of a larger suite of research. It is the eleventh output of a partnership between Uniting Country SA (UCSA) and the research team at the Centre for Social Impact, Flinders University.
‘To do this job you have to have to have the heart for it ’

This investigation of good practice for working with people with multiple and complex needs in country settings is part of a larger suite of research. It is the tenth output of a partnership between Uniting Country SA (UCSA) and The Australian Alliance for Social Enterprise (TAASE) at the University of South Australia.
Young country women’s perceptions of intimate partner violence

Research undertaken by the University of South Australia in collaboration with Uniting Country SA has sought to uncover the perceptions young women in regional areas have about this issue.
Fast track – a protocol for a seamless service journey

Research undertaken by Flinders University in association with Uniting Country SA aimed at developing an engagement model to enable person-centred practice in community services
‘It’s not charity’

Research undertaken by Flinders University in association with Uniting Country SA, evaluating UCSA's Micro Credit Loan Scheme and client outcomes.
Enabling children to flourish

Research undertaken by Flinders University in association with Uniting Country SA, studying the effectiveness of UCSA's Child Aware Approach in educating staff and community members on how children develop mentally from birth to adulthood.
Connecting Our People

Research undertaken by Flinders University in association with Uniting Country SA (Then UnitingCare Wesley Country SA) exploring the concept of a "Hub" and "Spoke" approach to team work in regional NGO's
Evaluation of the Indulkana (Iwantja) Youth and Community Shed

Research undertaken by Flinders University in association with Uniting Country SA (Then UnitingCare Wesley Country SA) exploring the benefits of the Indulkana Youth and Community Shed to the local community. Research released September 2016

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Providing services in regional South Australia
Domestic & Family Violence

Uniting Country SA's Domestic Violence services provide support to people in regional South Australia who are dealing with domestic and family violence in their lives.
Escaping Violence Payment

Money worries should not stop you from leaving a violent partner. The Escaping Violence Payment is available to anyone who is experiencing violence from their partners.
Our Mission and Values

Uniting Country SA is a not-for-profit social services and community organisation operating in country South Australia. We are the local experts, trying to make a difference in your community. With over 100 years of experience servicing regional communities, Uniting Country SA is dedicated to Caring for Country People.
Whyalla
Port Augusta
Main Office Port Pirie
Uniting Country Housing (UCH)

Uniting Country Housing is a community housing provider with a number of properties across the region for eligible clients. Housing is limited to low-income families and individuals.
Homelessness Services

The Yorke and Mid North and Coober Pedy Generic Homelessness Services provides support and housing / accommodation options for homeless people and those at risk of homelessness in regional South Australia. Families, single adults, youth and couples can access support from the service