Snack n Chat about Work & Study for Young People with Disability (Miranda & Hurstville):
headspace Miranda and Hurstville monthly drop-in space, facilitated by work and study specialists at Ostara. It is a safe and relaxed environment where young people with disability can meet other young people who are exploring employment opportunities, build social connections, and learn more about available supports.
Last Thursday of the month, from 30 July, 12pm-1.30pm
Alternates between headspace Miranda and Hurstville:
5/522 Kingsway, Miranda
Level 1, 8 Woodville St, Hurstville
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Contact: Laila Curry, 0407 876 923 or laila.curry@ostara.org.au
Child & Family
Playgroup NSW Sutherland Shire Supported Playgroups
– Play Strong Program: Supported playgroup for families with children 0-3 years to connect with Early Childhood Education Services (ECEC). Learn about play and develop skills to support a child’s transition into a childcare service | Mondays, during school terms, 10am-12pm, Billa Rd Playgroup Hall, Bangor | Flyer
– Play2Thrive: Supported playgroup for families with children 0-5 years in a range of circumstances, including limited social support or connections, single parent households, First Nations or culturally diverse backgrounds, mental health challenges, challenges with finances or housing, and other vulnerabilities | Various days & times, during school terms, locations in Sutherland Shire | Flyer
Contact: admin@playgroupnsw.org.au
Sutherland Shire Council Webinar for Parents/Carers: Early Steps to School Success
Webinar for parents/carers of children starting school in the next few years. Participants will learn how to support their child’s journey to kindergarten, get practical tips and expert insights from Council’s early childhood specialists, hear how Council’s Early Education Centres prepare children for primary school, and have their questions answered.
Wednesday, 19 August, 6.30pm-7.30pm, via MS Teams
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Young People
Ramp Up: Art Workshop for Young People 14-18 Years (Oatley Park)
National Science Week 2026 event led by Studio Elsie in collaboration with Oatley Flora and Fauna Conservation Society, headspace Hurstville and The Bike Shed Mortdale. Participants will learn stencil and graffiti art techniques with a youth worker and street artist.
Saturday, 22 August, 1pm-4pm
Oatley Park Castle, Oatley Park
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Information about subsidised places for young people: hello@studioelsie.com or 0426 600 749
Bayside Libraries Australian Poetry Slam 2026 Workshop & Heats
The Australian Poetry Slam is a live, nation-wide performing arts competition where writers are given two minutes to perform their original work using only their voice.
– Workshop: To learn more about the Poetry Slam and how to perform it | Friday, 14 August, 6pm-8pm | Registration
– Heats: The two best writers will be chosen to represent Bayside at the NSW Australian Poetry Slam National Final in Sydney | Friday, 21 August, 6pm-8pm | Registration
Sans Souci Library, 104 Russell Ave, Sans Souci
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Carers & Disability
Playgroup NSW MyTime (Bangor)
Peer support program for parents and carers of a child with a disability, chronic medical condition or other additional needs, including developmental delay.
Saturdays, during school terms, 10am-12pm
Billa Road Community Hall, 50R Billa Rd, Bangor
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Contact: website enquiry form or jlouden@playgroupnsw.org.au
Multicultural
Bayside Libraries Tech Savvy Seniors Classes for Nepalese Speakers
Introductory technology classes for Nepalese-speaking seniors. All classes are on Mondays, 9.30am-11.30am. Topics:
– Email: 3 August | Registration
– Cyber Safety: 10 August | Registration
– Online Shopping & Banking: 17 August | Registration
– Smartphones: 24 August | Registration
Rockdale Library, 444-446 Princes Hwy, Rockdale
Flyers: English & Nepalese
Contact: 9562 1821 or enquiry@bayside.nsw.gov.au
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) Bulbuwil Healthy Living Pilates Group for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People (Sutherland)
The Wednesday night Water Group has been cancelled until mid-September and is being replaced by a Pilates Group, focusing on core strength, mobility, posture, and balance. Suitable for mat and chair-based options.
Wednesdays, 6pm
Sutherland Multipurpose Centre, 123 Flora St, Sutherland
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Registration: 0409 731 923
New Dates: Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Vaccination Clinics (Miranda)
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District – Bulbuwil Healthy Living is holding vaccination clinics for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, from teenagers to Elders. Vaccinations available include COVID-19, flu, adolescents’ catch up, vaccines for pregnant women, pneumococcal, shingles, and RSV. Walk-ins welcome. No Medicare needed.
Wednesdays, 12 August, 9 September, 14 October & 11 November, 9am-2pm
HealthOne Building, Sutherland Hospital, 126 Kareena Rd, Miranda
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Contact: 9382 8333
Volunteering
Volunteers Needed: Resourceful Australian Indian Network (RAIN) (Penshurst)
RAIN is seeking volunteers to support multicultural seniors through social visits and activities, participation in cultural programs and events, and learning about food safety and culturally appropriate meal preparation. Training and mentoring provided. Open to students, job seekers and community members 18 years and over. No experience needed.
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Application
Contact: 0426 417 533 or oshin@rainseniors.org
Orana Early Support Project Volunteer Training (Sutherland)
Orana Early Support Project is recruiting volunteers to help support families with young children in the Sutherland Shire. A training session is being held for people interested in volunteering in the project.
Friday, 31 July, 9.30am-1.30pm
Orana Sutherland Office, 3A Stapelton Ave, Sutherland
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Contact: Caroline or Leah, earlysupport@oranansw.org.au or 9521 8280
Professional Development
Talk with TED: Interactive Communication Workshop for Aged Care Workers (Penshurst)
3Bridges workshop by Dementia Australia, designed to support aged care workers to strengthen their communication skills and apply learning directly into their daily practice. Participants will learn about dementia’s impact on communication, the impact of their own approach, and human rights principles when talking with someone living with dementia.
Tuesday, 4 August, 10am-1pm
643A King Georges Rd, Penhurst
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Registration
Contact: cce@3bridges.org.au
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