Child and family

– Play Strong Program: Supported playgroup for families with children 0-3 years to connect with Early Childhood Education Services (ECEC). Learn about play and develop skills to support a child’s transition into a childcare service | Mondays, during school terms, 10am-12pm, Billa Rd Playgroup Hall, Bangor | Flyer
– Play2Thrive: 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 | Various days & times, during school terms, locations in Sutherland Shire | Flyer
Contact: admin@playgroupnsw.org.au

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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

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

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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– Tuning Into Teens: For parents/carers of children and young people 10-18 years, to help build new skills to understand adolescent emotional experiences, be supportive and empathetic, stay connected with their young person, and help them manage their own emotions | Mondays, 20 July to 10 August, 12.30pm-2.30pm, Online via Zoom | Flyer
– Circle of Security: For parents/carers of children 0-12 years, to strengthen bonds with their children and support children’s ability to manage their emotions | Tuesdays, 28 July to 1 September, 5.30pm-7.30pm, Online via Zoom | Flyer
– Kids Building Bridges: For children in separated families 8-12 years to provide strategies to assist them through separation and increase awareness of support networks | Wednesday, 2 September, 4pm-6pm, Interrelate Caringbah, 304-318 Kingsway, Caringbah | Flyer
Registration: 8522 4400

Learning Links have created an easy-to-follow Guide to Medicare-Supported Speech Therapy to help parents understand how Medicare may help cover part of the cost of speech therapy and assessments for eligible children. It includes what speech therapy can involve and how to get started step-by-step.
Download Parent Guide: Medicare-Supported Speech Therapy for Children & Adolescents | Learning Links website

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Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organisation behind Sesame Street, has released a new collection of digital tools, including videos and activities featuring Sesame Street characters, to support children’s emotional wellbeing. The resources aim to help kids build resilience, overcome daily challenges, and improve their problem-solving skills.
View resources

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A short video from Melissa Roberts Foundation and partners with a message designed to encourage children (typically around the ages of 7-12 years) experiencing trauma or hearing voices as a result of significant pain and suffering (trauma) at the hands of others, to reach out to trusted adults.
View video

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