Have you ever wondered how you could better support a friend going through a tough time? Were there moments when you had no idea what to say or do? Sometimes, what a friend needs most is simply our attention, the chance to talk, be heard and feel understood.
Meeting Lexi is an uplifting experience and for those of you who haven’t had the pleasure, she’s the bundle of joy with an enormous sense of presence who hosts our Spark Empower Her class. Lexi saw becoming a Sparkie as an opportunity to give back to her community.
Her experiences of moving cities and raising young children have given her an understanding of how loneliness can show up even when people are surrounded by others. We asked her to share a little about her journey, what inspires her and what brings her joy.
One of the biggest misconceptions about creativity is that it’s only for creative people. At its heart, creativity isn’t about being artistic or producing something perfect, it’s the process of making, exploring and expressing yourself, and doing it in a shared space with others can be a powerful way to build connection. Here’s why.
August has been a wonderful month of collaboration and co-design workshops with our partners and communities in Murray Bridge and Alexandrina. More than 35 people gathered to share their experiences and perspectives to ignite connection and belonging.
Roz has always believed in the power of community. After navigating loss, isolation and the challenge of starting over, she’s discovered that meaningful connection often begins with a simple conversation. As one of our wonderful Sparkies, Roz brings warmth, curiosity and generosity wherever she goes. We asked her to share a little about her journey, what inspires her, and the moments that bring her joy.
Why becoming a regular at your local café could be one of the simplest ways to boost your wellbeing. Research shows that small interactions with acquaintances, known as micro-interactions, play an important role in our happiness and sense of belonging.
On June 19th, more than 25 men gathered at the Bridgewater Sports and Social Club to discuss mental health, connection and wellbeing for Men’s Health Week, bringing together The Hut Community Centre, Good Better Best Men, Summit Health Centre, and Spark.
The spark is spreading beyond the Adelaide Hills — and into new communities ready to strengthen connection and belonging. Our team has been busy laying the groundwork for the rollout of Spark across the Murray Bridge and Alexandrina regions.
We’re thrilled to announce that our team of Sparkies received an Active Citizenship Award at the 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards on Friday for their amazing dedication to Spark. These wonderful individuals devote their time and talents to building meaningful connections and reducing loneliness across the Adelaide Hills and beyond.
Working from home has its perks, but for many, it can also lead to loneliness. Adelaide Hills resident Andrea knows this well. Running her own business from home, she often takes her laptop to a local café to work. “I find I get more done when there are people around,” says Andrea. “It’s easier to stay focused and I feel less isolated.”
She’s not alone. This practice (sometimes referred to as ‘body doubling’) is a simple yet powerful technique that can help remote workers stay productive and connected.
