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Georges River Life Care and partners invite the community to browse this boutique-style market of pre-loved winter coats and jumpers. Entry by $5 donation; one coat per person while stocks last.
Wednesday, 12 August, 10am-11.30am
The Life Centre, 23 Stanley St, Peakhurst
Flyer

Homelessness Australia coordinates Homelessness Week each year to build community support and drive government action to end homelessness. The theme for Homelessness Week 2026 is “Homelessness Action Now”.
– Homelessness Week website | Supporter Action Kit
– How to Recognise Youth Homelessness: Resource Cards for Youth
– Georges River Council Winter Relief Drive: Backpacks for New Beginnings
– Sutherland Shire Council Homelessness resources webpage

Western Sydney University report addressing poverty and the resource strains on support organisations. It recommends fixing income support to eliminate reliance on emergency relief, addressing housing affordability and supply, and properly resourcing community organisations to help people flourish rather than just survive.
Download report

This post expires on Monday 26 October 2026

Everymind – Life in Mind has released updated Conversations Matter resources. There are three core resources: Talking with someone about suicidal thoughts; Talking with someone bereaved by suicide; and Talking with a child about suicide.
Download resources

This post expires on Monday 19 October 2026

Digital mental health service run by clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and researchers at St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney and the University of NSW. They provide evidence-based, self-paced online programs and practical tools to help individuals manage a number of conditions, as well as a mindfulness program, and support for youth mental health.
This Way Up website

This post expires on Wednesday 7 October 2026

The program can help residents save water at home by fixing visible leaks and installing WELS 4-star rated fittings. The service includes a qualified plumber visit, with a low call-out fee of $44, or $16.50 for pensioners, and no additional charge for most minor visible leak repairs.
Program information & appointment request

This post expires on Wednesday 7 October 2026

The Australian Government has introduced the Solar Sharer Offer, a new regulated energy plan that gives eligible households 3 hours of free power every day. A Stakeholder Toolkit has been released to help raise awareness of the offer, how it can help households make bill savings, eligibility criteria and other key elements.
Stakeholder Toolkit | Solar Sharer Offer website

This post expires on Wednesday 7 October 2026

The Toolkit offers practical guidance to assist taxable not-for-profits (NFPs) and small businesses to prepare and lodge their tax obligations. It includes a directory of links to key information, tools, calculators, and learning resources.
ATO Tax Time Toolkit

This post expires on Wednesday 30 September 2026

Step Together is a Government helpline and digital support service focusing on early intervention and awareness in the countering violent extremism space. The website includes information on violent extremism, support and advice, staying safe online information, resources in community languages, and a youth hub.
Brochure | Stakeholder Toolkit | Helpline: 1800 875 204 (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm) | Website

This post expires on Wednesday 23 September 2026

In collaboration with Platform Nine, Georges River Council is seeking backpack donations filled with essentials and small comforts to support people seeking refuge this winter. There is a special need for men’s and boys’ items, including toiletries, socks, beanies, non-perishable food, colouring supplies, and small toys.
Drop-off location (until Monday, 31 August): Georges River Civic Centre, Cnr MacMahon & Dora Sts, Hurstville
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