For Bayside, Georges River and Sutherland Shire human service providers
Economic Justice Australia has launched ASSIST, a helpline connecting frontline workers with specialist social security advisers from community legal centres. The service provides information, guidance, and secondary consultation on complex Centrelink matters to strengthen support for people experiencing financial hardship.
ASSIST Helpline: 1800 379 604 | Flyer | Website
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– 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 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
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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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
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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OPAN has published a simple and easy-to-understand overview of the Statement of Rights, as defined in the Aged Care Act 2024, in a number of community languages.
Download posters (scroll down to ‘Statement of Rights (A4 poster)’
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Designed for older people, adults with disability, community members and frontline workers, these videos reinforce that everyone has the right to be safe and supported. They provide practical examples to help people recognise neglect and financial abuse, and how to respond safely and access support.
Videos: Neglect & Financial Abuse | Videos Communication Toolkit
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The guide now includes expanded information on intellectual property, privacy and automated decision-making, updated guidance on Australia’s approach to AI regulation, and new content about AI agents.
View AI guide
This post expires on Tuesday 15 December 2026
Organisations supporting people impacted by disasters can register with GIVIT. Once registered, organisations can access donations, and request essential goods and services for the impacted people they are helping. This includes groceries, fuel, toiletries, clothing, whitegoods, appliances, furniture, and other essentials.
GIVIT website | Register Organisation
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