Child and family

Council is offering a two-week waiver for the Early Learning Services waitlist fee until Sunday, 24 May to help local families manage short-term financial pressures.
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Events on Friday, 15 May:
– Bloom Playgroup Mother’s Day Pizza Party: For parents/carers with children 0-5 years | 10.30am-1.30pm
– Chinese Seniors Mother’s Day Lunch | 10am-2pm
30 Morgan St, Kingsgrove
Flyer | Bookings: 9150 7823

Learning Links guide for parents/carers who may be considering accessing Medicare-funded counselling for their child or adolescent with anxiety or worries, big emotions or behavioural changes, confidence or self-esteem, and social or school difficulties.
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This post expires on Monday 10 August 2026

The aim of Families Week is to celebrate the vital role families play in Australian society and reflect on their importance in teaching, supporting and nurturing children as they grow.
NFW website | NFW Resources (including digital assets, posters, promotional kit, and digital resources for kids)

Topics include fussy eating behaviours, starting solids, sleep tips, toddlers and tantrums, and breastfeeding.
Various dates & times, May to June
Information & registration

Service providers working with children, young people, and families are invited to a consultation hosted by Yfoundations, Homelessness NSW, and DVNSW to help shape the Homes NSW Child & Youth Homelessness Action Plan. Participants will engage in breakout discussions to establish key sector priorities and ensure meaningful input.
Monday, 18 May, 10am-12.30pm, via MS Teams
Registration

NSW DCJ is recruiting foster carers in South East Sydney, with care options including Emergency (provide a safe haven in urgent situations); Respite (give full-time carers a break); Short-term (support children through family transitions); and Long-term (offer a lasting sense of belonging).
Flyer | Become a Foster Care website: information & application | Contact: 1300 770 240 or fosteringwithdcj@dcj.nsw.gov.au

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South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is running clinics to provide routine childhood immunisations. The 6 weeks, 4 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months and 4 years immunisations will be available. Catch-up immunisations available for children who may have missed a previous vaccination. No Medicare required. Bookings recommended.
– Rockdale Hub: Rockdale Community Health Centre, 16-18 King St | Fridays, 8 May, 22 May & 5 June, 9.20am-1.40pm | Flyer
– Hurstville Hub: 11–15 Bond St | Tuesdays, 12 May & 26 May, 9am-1.40pm | Flyer
– Caringbah Hub: Caringbah Child & Family Health Centre, 386 Port Hacking Rd | Friday, 29 May, 9.20am-1.30pm | Flyer
Bookings: 1300 244 288. Translating service 131 450 is available to book an appointment.
SESLHD Childhood Immunisation Clinics 2026 Calendar | Childhood immunisation information

NSW Health campaign aiming to raise awareness of the importance of childhood vaccination. It includes a communication toolkit, posters, social media and other digital resources.
Toolkit website

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Interrelate Kids Building Bridges workshop for children 7-12 years in separated families. The session is designed to focus on children’s resilience and discover strategies to assist them through family separation.
Wednesday, 27 May, 4pm-6pm
Level 3, Suite 301, 304-318 Kingsway, Caringbah
Flyer | Registration: 8522 4400