Bayside, Georges River & Sutherland Shire Working Together Forum Networking Event:
Sutherland Shire & St George Multicultural Networks invite service providers working with Culturally & Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities to a morning of networking, collaboration, and meaningful conversations. This event provides an opportunity to strengthen connections, share insights, and explore ways to better support our diverse communities.
Wednesday, 22 July, 10am-11.30am
Hazelhurst Arts Centre, 782 Kingsway, Gymea
Flyer
Registration
Contact: Advance Diversity Services, 9597 5455
Child & Family
Georges River Council Information Night for Families: Raising Resilient Children in a Safe Digital Environment – Supporting Emotional Wellbeing & Online Safety (Hurstville & Online)
This information session will explore the impact of technology on children’s emotional regulation, responses, and overall wellbeing. Participants will discover practical tips to help their family build a healthy relationship with technology and learn how to keep kids safe online with smart parental controls and easy strategies.
Thursday, 30 July, 7pm-8.30pm
Georges River Civic Theatre, 16 Macmahon St, Hurstville or Online
Registration
Georges River Libraries Science Week Play & Explore
A series of workshops for children and young people to celebrate National Science Week 2026, with topics including bush tucker exploration, 3D printing, virtual gardenscapes, seed sphere scavenger hunt, sensational succulents, and more, as well as interactive installations.
Saturday, 15 August, 10am-2pm
Hurstville Library, Cnr Dora St & Queens Rd, Hurstville
Workshops registration
Young People
Georges River Libraries Term 3 2026 High School Self Care Space
Drop-in space for high school students who need a study break, or just a place to chill out. Offers snacks, games, craft, or the opportunity to just sit and quietly dissociate for a while. No bookings required.
Mondays, 3 August to 21 September, 4pm-5pm
Hurstville Library & Service Centre, Cnr Queens Rd & Dora St, Hurstville
Website
Georges River & Bayside Oasis Link In Youth (OLIY) Program
The Salvation Army – OLIY Program provides targeted support to young people 12-24 years and their families. Services include case management support to assess and develop individualised goals, family capacity building, and education and skills programs.
432 West Botany St, Rockdale
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Contact: 0401 091 473, 0466 803 267 or oasisoliy@salvationarmy.org.au
Adults
TAFE NSW St George Diploma of Business
Students will gain sought-after, transferable business skills to become an operations manager, team leader, or project administrator. They will develop a broad range of expertise in management, marketing, human resources, business communication, finance, and workplace sustainability.
Commences Monday, 20 July, 3 days per week, for 1 semester
TAFE NSW St George, Cnr Princes Hwy & President Ave, Kogarah
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Enrolment
Single Mums Connect Program Term 3 2026 (Sutherland)
Orana program offering a supportive space for single mums to recharge, connect, and feel uplifted. The program features peer discussions, practical guidance, and skills-building sessions.
Thursdays, 6 August to 20 August, 10am-12pm
Orana, 3A Stapleton Ave, Sutherland
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Registration: Caroline, 0493 440 774 or caroline@oranansw.org.au
General
Christmas in July with Jubilee Community Services (JCS) (Mortdale)
JCS community event filled with warmth, connection, and holiday cheer, featuring The Music Shed Big Band, a dynamic 20-piece ensemble bringing the spirit of Christmas to life.
Sunday, 26 July, 1pm
Macquarie Room, Mortdale RSL Club, 25 Macquarie Pl, Mortdale
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Tickets
Bayside Council Creative Industries Forum 2026
A forum designed to support, connect and inspire local creatives and industry professionals, attendees will hear from leading artists and creative sector experts, gain practical insights into building a sustainable creative practice, and connect with peers across Bayside’s growing creative community.
Thursday, 30 July, 10am-5pm
Botany Town Hall, 1423 Botany Rd, Botany
Flyer
Registration
Sutherland Shire Libraries Open Day
Sutherland Shire Libraries will be opening their doors to showcase their diverse spaces, collections, programs and community impact through local activities and storytelling. Events and drop-in activities throughout the day will include book groups, chair yoga, board games, films, book bag-making, and more.
Thursday, 30 July, various times, at Sutherland Shire Libraries
Bookings
Professional Development
Death Café Facilitator Training (Mascot)
Central & Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network (CESPHN) and South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) training designed to equip participants with the skills to facilitate a Death Café – a community gathering in a safe, respectful, and informal environment to openly discuss death, dying, and end-of-life issues.
Monday, 3 August, 10am-12pm
CESPHN Mascot Office, Tower A, Level 5, 201 Coward St, Mascot
Registration: by Thursday, 30 July, online
Contact: Joanna.McIlveen@health.nsw.gov.au or r.taylor@cesphn.com.au
Grants & Funding
Georges River Council Community & Micro Grants 2026-2027 Round 1
Grants of up to $10,000 for small projects and $25,000 for major projects to enable organisations to deliver projects that meet identified community needs and encourage community participation and inclusion.
Information Sessions:
– Wednesday, 8 July, 3pm-4.30pm, Hurstville Library, Cnr Dora St & Queens Rd, Hurstville | Registration
– Monday, 13 July, 5pm-6.30pm, Online | Registration
– Thursday, 23 July, 4pm-5.30pm, Clive James Kogarah Library & Service Centre, Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave St, Kogarah | Registration
– Thursday, 30 July, 5pm-6.30pm, Online | Registration
Grant Writing Training for Non Profits: Tuesday, 4 August, 9.30am-12.30pm,
Hurstville Civic Centre, Cnr Dora St & Macmahon St, Hurstville | Registration
Closes Friday, 14 August, 11.59pm
…plus sector resources, training & events
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