Get Online Week: Helping South Australians stay safe and confident online
Every day, technology connects us in new ways, from chatting with family to managing finances or growing a small business. But for one in four Australians, staying up to date with the digital world can be challenging.
That’s why Get Online Week, led by the Good Things Foundation, is helping close the digital divide. Here are some events happening at local councils across the state:
City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters
From learning the basics of cloud storage to discovering how social media can help you stay connected, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is hosting a range of workshops for adults of all experience levels.
All sessions are free, book your spot at City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters.
Copper Coast Council
Need help getting started online? Visit Wallaroo Library on Monday 21 October from 10:30am-3pm for free, friendly digital help. Bring your phone, tablet or laptop and your questions. While you’re there, enjoy a free sausage sizzle and meet others learning new skills.
You can find more information at Copper Coast Council.
City of Burnside
If you’ve ever felt stuck using your smartphone, tablet or laptop, Tech Help Tuesdays at Burnside Library are here to help. This free, weekly drop-in service offers one-on-one assistance so you can get the most from your device.
During Get Online Week, the library is also hosting a BTech Libby & BorrowBox Workshop, showing residents how to borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines for free with their library card. With live demonstrations and helpful tips, you’ll be navigating digital library apps in no time.
Book your space at City of Burnside.
City of Port Adelaide Enfield
New to smartphones? City of Port Adelaide Enfield are hosting a beginner-friendly session on Friday 24 October that will guide you through everything you need to know, from making calls and sending messages to adjusting settings and exploring apps.
Whether you have an iPhone or Android, you’ll learn how to use your device with confidence. Bring your questions and your phone. You’ll leave feeling ready to get connected.
Bookings are essential at City of Port Adelaide Enfield.
Get Online Week is about helping every Australian feel safe, capable and connected in the digital world. Whether you’re new to technology or just want to sharpen your skills, there’s an event that can help. Check with your local council to see what is on near you.
