South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) South Eastern Sydney Recovery & Wellbeing College upcoming courses for people 16 and over living in the SESLHD catchment area, and others who are eligible:
– Nutrition for Good Health: Thursdays, 15 October & 22 October, 10am-12pm, Kogarah | Flyer
– Getting into Exercise: Friday, 16 October, 10am-12pm, Jannali | Flyer
– Exploring Alcohol, Gambling, Drug Use & Wellbeing: Monday, 19 October, 10am-1pm, Kogarah | Flyer
– Supporting Recovery & Looking After Yourself as a Carer: Wednesday, 21 October, 10am-2pm, Kogarah | Flyer
– Exploring Anxiety: Friday, 23 October, 10am-1pm, Jannali | Flyer
South Eastern Sydney Recovery & Wellbeing College, U2/15 Kensington St, Kogarah
Information & enrolment: website, 9113 2981 or SESLHD-recoverycollege@health.nsw.gov.au
Mental Health Coordinating Council (MHCC) Care Beyond Crisis Campaign
Ahead of the 2027 NSW State Election, MHCC is calling on all parties and candidates to commit to strengthening community-based mental health care by investing in supports that help people access care earlier, stay connected to their communities, and receive the services they need beyond crisis.
Care Beyond Crisis Campaign website | Supporter toolkit
This post expires on Tuesday 12 January 2027
Eastgardens Library Author Talk: Koko Casey – STAY: From Flight Nurse to Patient
Koko Casey will discuss her published memoir, STAY: From Flight Nurse to Patient – a raw, unflinching memoir and a story of resilience and growth. Koko was an international flight nurse, retrieving critically ill patients from all over the world.
Thursday, 22 October, 6.30pm-7.30pm
Eastgardens Library, 152 Bunnerong Rd, Eastgardens
Flyer | Registration
Sans Souci Library Tech Savvy Seniors Sessions for English Speakers October 2026
Technology classes for English speaking seniors, to help them be more confident using technology and the internet. Attendees who own a phone or laptop should bring it to the classes. Fridays, 10.30am-12.30pm:
– Introduction to Video Calling: 16 October | Registration
– Introduction to Smartphones: 30 October | Registration
Sans Souci Library, 104 Russell Ave, Sans Souci
Flyer (note only classes listed above are available – others have sold out) | Attendees can also register by phone: 9562 1817
Sutherland Shire Council Seminar: Navigating Support at Home
This information session will provide clear, practical information to help navigate the Support at Home Program. Attendees will learn about future planning, accessing services, avoiding common challenges, and understanding fees. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.
Thursday, 19 November, 10am-11.30am
Tradies Gymea, 57 Manchester Rd, Gymea
Flyer | Registration: online or 9710 0892
Australian Independent Retirees (AIR) Monthly Meeting & Guest Speaker (Mortdale)
AIR St George branch holds monthly meetings for retirees 50 years and over to catch-up, socialise, and hear about matters affecting independence in retirement. The June meeting will feature local Federal MP Zhi Soon, with a Federal Government update on issues affecting seniors. A Q&A will follow the talk.
Friday, 16 October, 10am-12.15pm
Mortdale RSL, 25 Macquarie Pl, Mortdale (onsite parking and lift to first floor)
Contact: Phil Scott, 0400 964 253 or airstgeorge@yahoo.com.au
Nepali Culture Connection: Dashain at Hurstville Library
A celebration of Nepali culture during Dashain features hands-on workshops, craft activities, storytelling, live performances and digital exhibitions. Participants can sample traditional food and chai. With activities and experiences for all ages, there is something for the whole family to enjoy.
Saturday, 17 October, 10am-4pm
Hurstville Library, Queens Rd, Hurstville
Bookings
Office Space Available (Gymea Bay)
The Big Sister Foundation has a small furnished office space available for a not-for-profit organisation, with preference given to a not-for-profit helping women and children. Suitable for 1-2 people, the space includes a shared boardroom and kitchen facilities at peppercorn rent plus utilities expenses.
Contact: Big Sister Foundation, admin@bigsisterfoundation.org.au
Mental Health Month in Georges River
This Mental Health Month, Georges River Council invites the community to find a third space: community areas beyond home, work or school to spend time alone or connect. Participants can enjoy informative workshops, gentle movement classes, and creative drop-in spaces to build resilience and care for mental wellbeing.
Various dates, times & locations, until 31 October
Information & registration
NSW Government Tenant Community Fund
The Fund provides one-off funding of $500 and $5,000 to help public housing tenants bring local ideas to life. Tenants can plan and deliver projects that bring people together, build stronger community connections, reduce social isolation, support wellbeing, and celebrate culture and community life.
Applications will close once funding is fully allocated.
Flyer | Information & application