Participants will learn how to be prepared for natural disasters and local hazards. There will be practical tips on creating an emergency plan, packing an essential emergency kit, and staying informed to help safeguard themselves, their family, and their home during extreme weather events and unexpected emergencies. Choose from:
– Workshop 1: Monday, 14 September, 3pm-4pm, Kogarah West Senior Citizens Centre, 15 Taylor St, Kogarah
– Workshop 2: Friday, 18 September, 10.30am-11.30am, Mascot Library, 2 Hatfield St, Mascot
Registration
Adults
NSW Government Washing Machine Exchange Program
The program subsidises eligible low-income households to upgrade their inefficient top-loading washing machine to a water and energy efficient front-loading model. Eligible applicants will pay $250 for a water and energy efficient front loading washing machine, delivery, installation, and a 2-year warranty.
Information & application
Jacaranda Women’s Hub September 2026 Calendar (Pagewood)
Jacaranda Women’s Hub is a community hub supporting women who may have experienced trauma and adversity or may be isolated and seeking connection.
– September 2026 Calendar of Activities
– Crafternoons: Tuesdays, 12pm-2pm, on the following dates:
1 September (Folk Art) | Flyer
8 & 22 September (Knitting) | Flyer
15 September (Painting)
– Mums Morning Tea: Tuesday, 8 September, 10am-11.30am | Flyer
– Sewing Group: Wednesdays, 9.45am-12.15pm
– Indonesian Women’s Group: Wednesdays, 2 September (Gentle Exercise Session), 16 September (Art & Craft) & 30 September (Scam Awareness Session), 12.30pm-2pm | Flyer
– Jacaranda Women’s Circle: Wednesdays, 12.30pm-2pm, on the following dates:
9 September (Grief & Loss)
23 September (Poetry) | Flyer
– Mums & Bubs Group: Thursdays during school terms, 10am-12pm | Flyer
– Mums & Children School Holiday Fun – Spring Craft: Tuesday, 29 September, 10am-12pm | Flyer
21A Dalley Ave Pagewood
Registration: info@jacarandawomenshub.org.au
Recycling Workshop (Mortdale)
Jubilee Community Services (JCS) informative and practical session to learn how recycling works and how we can make a bigger impact together. Presented by Re-Leaf for the Planet.
Wednesday, 23 September, 10.30am-12.30pm
Mortdale RSL Club, 25 Macquarie Pl, Mortdale
Flyer | RSVP: Kerry, 0490 074 808 or Karen, 9579 6322
Bayside Libraries Alternative Love Poem Writing Workshop with Natalia Rachel
Through inspiring creative prompts, participants will craft an alternative love poem and walk away with a finished piece, fresh perspectives, and a deeper exploration of what love can mean. Natalia is the author of ‘Why am I like this?’, ‘Other lovers’, and ‘No other lovers’.
Saturday, 26 September, 10am-12pm
George Hanna Memorial Museum, Mascot Library, 2 Hatfield St, Mascot
Registration
Single Mums Connect Program (Sutherland)
Orana program offering a supportive space for single mums to connect, share experiences, and build confidence. The program features peer discussions, practical guidance, and skills-building workshops.
Thursdays, 8 October to 22 October, 10am-12pm
Orana, 3A Stapleton Ave, Sutherland
Flyer | Registration: Caroline, 0493 440 774 or caroline@oranansw.org.au
Bayside Libraries Memoir Writing Workshop for Dementia Action Week
Participants will be introduced to the benefits of transforming memory into meaningful and compelling memoir writing. Guided exercises will be provided for participants to gain clarity and confidence in writing their own chapter memoir.
Thursday, 24 September, 6pm-7.30pm
Eastgardens Library, 152 Bunnerong Rd, Eastgardens
Flyer | Registration
Positive Thinking & Meditation Session (Hurstville)
The Brahma Kumaris Australia sessions for people 18 years and over interested in meditating. Beginners welcome. Guide for conversation is a book by author Mike George, “Beyond Belief”. A short extract is read each week to stimulate the conversation and reflections on different topics.
Wednesdays, 6pm-7pm
Miles Franklin Room, Hurstville Library, Cnr Queens Rd & Dora St, Hurstville
Registration | Contact: penshurst@au.brahmakumaris.org or 0434 609 508
Relationship Indicators Special Report: Implications for Elder Abuse Action & Awareness
This report analyses findings from Relationships Australia’s Relationship Indicators research study to describe the relationship experiences of older adults in Australia, and shed light on risk and protective factors associated with elder abuse and neglect.
Report | Website
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Plant Bingo (Gymea)
Kai’Mia Community in partnership with Good Things Australia is hosting a fun and friendly session of Plant Bingo with morning tea included. Across 10 rounds, players have the chance to test their gardening knowledge and win a variety of plants plus bonus prizes in every round.
Tuesday, 20 October & Wednesday, 21 October, 10am-12pm
39 Gymea Bay Rd, Gymea
Flyer | Bookings: Brenda Eggleton, 9524 9559 or beggleton@kaimia.org.au