Child and family

Topics include exploring the online experiences of boys and young men; the changing face of cyberbullying; navigating screen time; how connection and belonging shapes children and young people’s vulnerability online; and AI-generated images and videos: navigating the deepfake threat.
Various dates and times during Term 3, via GoToWebinar
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Yearly campaign by National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse & Neglect (NAPCAN) focusing on how we can all play a role in keeping children and young people safe. This year’s theme is “Every Conversation Matters – Shifting Conversation to Action”, to drive a stronger national focus on shifting conversations into meaningful action.
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Learning Links Preschool is for children of all abilities. Tours are available for families considering preschool for 2027, to meet educators and get information about the inclusive, play-based program supporting communication, wellbeing, friendships, independence, and confidence.
Friday, 14 August; Tuesday, 1 September; or Thursday, 17 September
12-14 Pindari Rd, Peakhurst Heights
Tours booking form | Website | Contact: 8525 8230 or preschool@learninglinks.org.au

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: Fridays, 14 August & 28 August, 9.20am-1.40pm, Rockdale Community Health Centre, 16-18 King St | Flyer
– Caringbah Hub: Friday, 21 August, 9.20am-1.30pm, Caringbah Child & Family Health Centre, 386 Port Hacking Rd | Flyer
Bookings: 1300 244 288. Translating service 131 450 is available to book an appointment.
SESLHD Childhood Immunisation Clinics 2026 Calendar | Childhood immunisation information

Aspect – Autism Spectrum Australia has created an online resource to help expecting parents with neurodiversity. The hub includes tips and tricks for parents, professional advice, tools to support parents’ journey, and more.
Autistic Pregnancy & Parenthood Hub

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This year’s NCPW theme is “Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action”. Posters are available for download.
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Schools are invited to register for tailored anti-bullying sessions and resources for different age groups during Bullying No Way Week. Each lesson is created by Kids Helpline counsellors, curriculum-aligned, and designed to give students practical strategies to respond to bullying.
Registration | Kids Helpline Impact Report 2025

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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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, 31 July & 14 August, 9.20am-1.40pm | Flyer
– Hurstville Hub: 11–15 Bond St | Tuesdays, 4 August & 18 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

CatholicCare Sydney group program supporting children 7-12 years who have or are experiencing parental separation. It provides children with a safe space to develop their emotional literacy through creative therapy, build resilience, and connect with other children in similar situations.
– Lewisham: Tuesday, 29 September to Thursday, 1 October, CatholicCare Sydney, 2C West St | Registrations close Friday, 11 September
– Bankstown: Tuesday, 6 October to Thursday, 8 October, Bankstown Family Relationship Centre, 8 Jacobs St | Registrations close Friday, 18 September
Flyer | Registration | Contact: 9707 8555