Child and family

– Play & Connect Playgroup: For families with children 0-5 years to connect with their children through music, sensory play, art, and interactive activities.
Jannali (Sutherland Shire residents): Tuesdays, 13 October to 1 December, 9.30am-11am | Flyer
Hurstville: (Georges River residents): Thursdays, 15 October to 3 December, 10am-11.30am | Flyer
Registration
– Kids Cove After-School Kids Club: For children 7-10 years, focusing on building social skills, boosting confidence, and fostering friendships through fun, interactive activities.
Jannali (Sutherland Shire residents): Tuesdays, 13 October to 1 December, 3.45pm-5.15pm | Flyer
Hurstville: Thursdays, 15 October to 3 December, 4pm-5.30pm | Flyer
Registration
– Koori Kids Supported Playgroup: Open to Aboriginal families living in Sutherland Shire and St George. Offers healthy tucker for children and their caregivers, and a welcoming environment where families can build lasting connections | Wednesdays, 14 October to 2 December, 10.30am-12.30pm, Jannali | Flyer | Registration
– Little Koori Thinkers Homework Group: Provides early educational support for Stage 1 (K-2) Aboriginal students in St George and Sutherland Shire | Wednesdays, 14 October to 2 December, 3.45pm-5pm, Jannali | Flyer | Registration
– Mums & Bubs Yoga: Classes for new mothers and their babies up to 6 months old. Designed to help participants regain strength, reduce stress, and connect with other mothers | Mondays, 26 October to 30 November, 9.30am-10.30am, Jannali | Flyer | Registration
– Tuning into Kids Parent Education Program: For parents/carers of children 4-10 years in Georges River and Sutherland Shire, to help them support their child’s emotional development and build stronger relationships with their child | Wednesdays, 28 October to 18 November, 6pm-8.30pm, Jannali | Flyer | Registration
90 Soldiers Rd, Jannali
Shop 9, Westfield, 3 Cross St, Hurstville
Group Program Schedule Term 4 2026

Supported playgroup for families with children 0-5 years in a range of circumstances, including limited social support or connections, single parent households, First Nations or culturally diverse backgrounds, mental health challenges, challenges with finances or housing, and other vulnerabilities.
– Gymea
– Gymea (babies)
– Cronulla
– Engadine (first time parents)
– Bangor (babies & toddlers)
– Bangor (dads)
Flyer | Contact: admin@playgroupnsw.org.au or 1800 171 882

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The survey is gathering data on the capabilities within the Australian health, education, social and community services workforce by exploring knowledge, skills, confidence, challenges and practice in managing and responding to children’s mental health needs. You don’t need to work directly with children or have a focus on mental health to take part.
Survey closes Monday, 30 November
Survey information | Complete survey | Survey Communications Toolkit

– Kids Building Bridges: One-off workshop for children in separated families 8-12 years. Aims to assist children to understand and anticipate some of the changes their family may experience following separation | Friday, 9 October, 10am-12pm, Interrelate Caringbah, 304-318 Kingsway, Caringbah | Flyer
– Circle of Security (abbreviated): For parents/carers of children 0-12 years, to assist in understanding their child’s emotional world, while supporting their child’s ability to build strong relationships | Mondays, 19 October to 23 November, 12.30pm-2.30pm, via Zoom | Flyer
– Parents not Partners: For separated parents/carers wanting to co-parent and communicate more effectively with the other parent. Focuses on the best interests of the child/ren and looks at ways to better manage any conflict with the other parent | Tuesdays, 27 October to 1 December, 10am-12.30pm, via Zoom | Flyer
Registration: 8522 4400

Various creative writing workshops for primary and high school students. Guided by expert staff and with support from their fellow writers, participants are empowered to create an extended piece of writing.
Wednesday, 7 October & Thursday, 8 October, various times
Flyer | Registration | Contact: students@storyfactory.org.au

Orana school holiday activity with local artist Philip Aspden – an art morning where children will design their own happy monster character. This session is for school-aged children who love art and imagination. Parents are encouraged to stay and join in.
Tuesday, 29 September, 11am-1pm
Orana, 3A Stapleton Ave, Sutherland
Flyer | Registration: by Thursday, 24 September, 9521 8280 or admin@oranansw.org.au

For mothers and children.
– Spring Craft: Tuesday, 29 September, 10am-12pm
– Mandala Art and Sound Healing: Thursday, 1 October, 10am-12pm
Flyer | Registration: info@jacarandawomenshub.org.au

Activities for children and young people, including Media Lab: LEGO Photography, Chinese Lantern Papercraft, Fantasy Writing, Make a Pocket Monster Workshops, Hip Hop Workshop, Family Movies, Dungeons & Dragons, Birding for Beginners, Practical Printmaking, and more.
Various days, times & locations, 28 September to 10 October
Information & registration

Activities for children and young people, including bushcare talks, art classes, Leisure Centres Intensive Program, board games for teens, kids festival, film screening, and more.
Various days, times & locations, 16 September to 13 October
Information & registration

eSafety Commissioner guide is for parents and carers supporting children and young people. It covers key topics – from gaming and social media to cyberbullying and AI-generated content – providing practical ways to understand common risks, talk with their child, and know how to respond if something goes wrong.
Download guide | Website

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