Child and family

Parenting Research Centre 2025 Parenting Today survey report provides a comprehensive national picture of parenting, wellbeing, and support needs. For parents, caregivers, service providers, educators and policymakers, these insights matter and can help decision makers shape what better support looks like for all families.
Insight Brief | Infographic | Website

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Courses include My Kids & Me; Keeping Kids in Mind; Bringing Up Great Kids; Emotion Coaching; Circle of Security (abbreviated); 123 Magic & Emotion Coaching; Tuning Into Teens; Tuning Into Kids; Defuse 104 Dads; and Anxiety Coach.
Various dates and times during Term 3, via Zoom
Course Calendar | Website | Registration: 13 18 19 or enquiry form

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) clinics offer all the recommended free vaccines due for babies and children from 6 weeks to 4 years, and will help families finding it difficult to make an appointment with a bulk-billing GP. They also offer catch-up vaccinations for any children who have missed their previous doses. No Medicare required. Bookings recommended.
– Hurstville Hub: 11–15 Bond St | Tuesdays, 21 July & 4 August, 9am-1.40pm | Flyer
Bookings: 1300 244 288. Translating service 131 450 is available to book an appointment.
SESLHD Childhood Immunisation Clinics 2026 Calendar | Childhood immunisation information

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

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

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) clinics offer all the recommended free vaccines due for babies and children from 6 weeks to 4 years, and will help families finding it difficult to make an appointment with a bulk-billing GP. They also offer catch-up vaccinations for any children who have missed their previous doses. No Medicare required. Bookings recommended.
– Rockdale Hub: Rockdale Community Health Centre, 16-18 King St | Fridays, 3 July, 17 July & 31 July, 9.20am-1.40pm | Flyer
– Hurstville Hub: 11–15 Bond St | Tuesday, 7 July, 9am-1.40pm | Flyer
– Caringbah Hub: Caringbah Child & Family Health Centre, 386 Port Hacking Rd | Friday, 24 July, 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

Botany Family & Children’s Centre is establishing a monthly in-person support group for grandparents who are raising grandchildren, in a safe, confidential and welcoming environment. The group will provide grandparents with opportunities to connect with others, share experiences, access relevant information and build supportive networks.
Flyer | EOI form to join support group | Contact: 9666 5047 or melissa.m@bfcc.org.au

The program allows community members to use participating schools’ outdoor facilities during school holidays for activities like sports, recreation, and cultural events. Community members and organisations can request a school be added to the program.
Program information, participating schools list & winter school holiday activities

The group program includes parenting programs, Domestic Violence (DV) support, playgroups, Aboriginal programs, and social support.
Various dates and times during Term 3
90 Soldiers Rd, Jannali
Shop 9, 3 Cross St, Westfield Hurstville, Hurstville
Term 3 Group Program Schedule | Online calendar & registration

– Poppy Playgroup: In partnership with South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD). Supported playgroup for mothers and children 0-5 years. For mothers who are experiencing emotional distress, mental health challenges, or have a diagnosed mental illness. Open to all areas – priority given to St George residents | Mondays, during school terms, 10am-12.30pm | Flyer | Contact: poppyplaygroup@kcac.org.au
– Bloom Playgroup: For parents/carers with children 0-5 years. Includes songs, rhymes, storytime, crafts, and an opportunity to connect with other families | Fridays, during school terms, 10.30am-1.30pm | Flyer | Contact: 9150 7823 or familyandchildrenservices@kcac.org.au
KCAC, 30 Morgan St, Kingsgrove

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