Child and family

This year’s NCPW theme is “Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action”. Posters are available for download.
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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, 14 August, 28 August & 11 September, 9.20am-1.40pm | Flyer
– Hurstville Hub: 11–15 Bond St | Tuesdays, 18 August, 1 September & 15 September, 9am-1.40pm | Flyer
– Caringbah Hub: Fridays, 21 August & 18 September, 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

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

– 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

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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