Are you the partner of a current- or former-serving Defence member?

Cowork Coplay participants in Adelaide, laughing and talking

We understand the challenges of resettling with each posting. From managing your career to setting up your life (again!).

That’s why we created the Cowork Coplay program.

So you can…

  • Carve out that bit of time for you!
  • Focus on your career and work opportunities.
  • Find a tribe; network with others that ‘get’ you and can empathise with your pathway and Defence experience.
  • Get targeted advice from experts and mentors about booming industries and good employers.
  • Take advantage of on-site child care.

 

Interested in the program? Sign up to learn more about when a program will be available near you.

Programs
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“Joining this program was a game-changer. As a mum, I constantly felt stretched thin. Knowing my children were happy and safe while I focused on my goals was incredibly empowering. It gave me the time and mental space to recharge and rediscover myself. I went from feeling behind to feeling energised and fulfilled, both as a mum and an individual.”

Stephanie Cartlidge,
Perth participant

What’s included in a Cowork Coplay program?

Time for your projects

Time to work solo on a career-related project that’s important to you.

Networking opportunities

Opportunities to network and learn with others, build relationships, collaborate and become part of a supportive, inclusive community.

Professional development

Facilitated learning, professional and self-development sessions, tailored to the needs of the group.

Morning tea

Have a break and a chat (and some caffeine!).

Child care

Children cared for by professionals.

WIFI and modern facilities

Space for working and being connected online.

“When I started this program, all I wanted was to get some tasks done so I wasn’t working until the late hours of the night and get some time back in the evenings for myself. After the first couple of sessions I realised that there was so much out there for me. There are career opportunities that can easily work with our Defence lifestyle. I now have a new outlook and direction towards my future employment opportunities thanks to the Cowork Coplay program.”

Kelly Winter,
Perth participant

Thanks to our 2024 partners

The 2024 Adelaide program was sponsored by Veterans SA in Adelaide. The 2024 Perth program for Navy spouses was run as part of the Navy’s Stay Onboard – People First campaign.

“Cowork Coplay programs have been designed to offer a modern way to engage with the new ‘world of work’. Programs offer coworkers the opportunity to connect with other people, access on-site child care and ultimately step into their own power.”

Claire Harris,
Cowork Coplay Lead