The Family Co. education and support group designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for women who reside in Sutherland Shire and St George, to understand the complexity of domestic and family violence and reduce the social isolation of their experience.
Fridays, 16 October to 13 November, 10am-12pm
90 Soldiers Rd, Jannali
Flyer | Registration
The Family Co Term 4 2026 Families & Children Group Program (Jannali & Hurstville)
– 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
South Eastern Sydney Recovery & Wellbeing College Term 4 2026 Courses
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) South Eastern Sydney Recovery & Wellbeing College Term 3 2026 offers recovery and wellbeing courses for people 16 and over living in the SESLHD catchment area. This includes people with a lived experience of mental distress or suicidal crisis and their families, carers and support people, as well as NSW Health staff, volunteers and students in SESLHD.
Various dates, times and locations (including online), during Term 4 2026
South Eastern Sydney Recovery & Wellbeing College, Unit 2, Ground Floor, Kirk Pl, 15 Kensington St, Kogarah
Term 4 2026 Course Timetable | Course Guide 2026 | Enrolment | Contact: 9113 2981 or SESLHD-recoverycollege@health.nsw.gov.au
Playgroup NSW Play2Thrive Sutherland Supported Playgroups
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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Emerging Minds 2026 National Workforce Survey for Child, Parent & Family Mental Health
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
Interrelate School Holiday & Term 4 2026 Programs to Support Children & Families (Caringbah & Online)
– 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
Sutherland Shire 2026 Youth Mental Health & Wellbeing Expo
Sutherland Shire Council and partners day of connection, education, and support, bringing together guest speakers, mental health experts and service providers. The expo will provide information for family members, carers and educators to better understand, discuss and improve youth mental health and wellbeing. No bookings required.
Wednesday, 14 October, 10am-3pm
The Pavillion Performing Arts Centre, 30 Eton St, Sutherland
Flyer | Program | Webpage
Call for Participants: University of Sydney Psychological Research Studies
The University of Sydney is currently recruiting girls 16-21 years (daily TikTok and Instagram users study), boys 13-17 years (online spaces impact on body image study), and people 16 years and over (social media advertising study). Participants will be reimbursed for their time with a gift voucher, and participation is online.
Girls study flyer | Boys study flyer | 16 years & over social media advertising study flyer | Contact: dibi.lab@sydney.edu.au
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Bayside Film Club Screening
Bayside Library screening of “Lemon and Poppyseed Cake”: a story of two estranged sisters reunited through a mysterious inheritance – a bakery in a small island town. Attendees can bring their own movie snacks with tea and coffee provided.
Wednesday, 21 October, 10am-12pm
Rockdale Library, 444-446 Princes Hwy, Rockdale
Flyer | Bookings | Contact: 9562 1821
Emotion Skills Group for Young People At Risk of Homelessness (Miranda)
Project Youth group for young people 13-24 years who are at risk of homelessness, to learn tools to cope with strong emotions and improve communication skills.
Wednesdays, from 14 October, for 8 weeks, 4pm-5.30pm
Project Youth, Kiora Park Youth Centre, 91A Kiora Rd, Miranda (opposite Miranda train station)
Flyer | Referral form | Contact: Julie, 0409 812 609