The program brings people together to strengthen communication, build trust, and develop positive relationships. Interactive and experiential workshops use activities and reflection to promote personal growth, meaningful connections, and practical skills for everyday life, community harmony, and social cohesion.
Saturday & Sunday, 7 & 8 November, 14 & 15 November & 21 & 22 November, 4.45pm-8.30pm
Registration | AVP brochure | Website | Contact: avpsydneyworkshops@gmail.com
Better to Know
Produced by Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO) in partnership with Anwernekenhe National HIV Alliance (ANA), Better to Know is a sexual health resource for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It provides information on common STIs, testing, men’s and women’s business, and the experiences of sistergirls, brotherboys, and gender-diverse rainbow mob.
Better to Know
Australian Government Print Disability Services Program
Grants to support organisations to produce print material in alternative formats for people with print disability who are unable to read standard print with ease due to vision impairment, a physical disability or a learning disability.
Closes Monday, 7 December, 2pm
#chatsafe: Guide for Safe Online Conversations for Young People
The second edition of Orygen’s #chatsafe includes advice for young people on how to engage with potentially dangerous online games, challenges and hoaxes, and dedicated advice for influencers who create content related to mental health.
Download #chatsafe
This post expires on Wednesday 27 January 2027
Podcast Episode: Supporting Boys to Build Healthier Ideas of Masculinity
Drawing on research, this podcast episode by Our Watch looks at how rigid ideas about masculinity can shape boys’ relationships, wellbeing and behaviour – and what parents, carers and educators can do to support the boys in their lives.
Listen to podcast
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Automation & Oversight in Aged Care – Commonwealth Ombudsman Report
Report on the investigation into the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT) and the SAS workforce, components of the system used to assess an older person’s need for aged care services. Recommendations include that assessors be enabled to substitute their own decision for that of an automated IAT decision in appropriate circumstances.
Download report
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NSW Government 2026-27 First Nations Cultural Tourism Creativity Fund
Grants of $20,000 to $100,000 to support NSW First Nations artists, creatives, cultural practitioners, organisations and businesses to develop tourism-ready cultural experiences and connect with tourism markets.
Closes Thursday, 12 November, 2pm
NSW Government 2026-27 NSW Community Bands Program
Grants of up to $2,500 to support community bands located across NSW, including metro Sydney, to support youth participation and engagement in community music.
Closes Friday, 5 February, 2pm
Heart Foundation Walking Groups
Community members can join a walking group for adults or volunteer to become a walk organiser. Organisations can also host groups. There is a group in Oatley in Georges River and others in various locations in Sutherland Shire.
Group search & information on starting a group
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Online Training Session: Centrelink & Domestic & Family Violence
Welfare Rights Centre training session for community and social workers assisting domestic violence survivors. It will outline available income support e.g. Parenting Payment, JobSeeker, Crisis Payment, Special Benefit, payment entitlements, timeframes, residential qualifications, Member of a Couple rules, care of children issues, and more.
Tuesday, 17 November, 2pm-4pm
Registration