Carers Australia Young Carers Network’s Young Carer Bursary of $3,768 assists young carers 12-25 who are studying and caring for someone. It can be used for things like buying a laptop for schoolwork, getting school uniforms or books, paying for transport to get to school, school activities and school fees.
Applications close Friday, 22 November
Applications. Contact: youngcarerbursary@carersaustralia.com.au or 8527 0179
Carer Gateway – emotional and practical support for carers of all ages. Contact: 1800 422 737
Webinar: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children & Teenagers
Raising Children Network’s Webinar: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children & Teenagers is for parents and carers of children and young people 3-18, to learn how to recognise ADHD, and where and when to get professional support for their child. Recording sent after webinar.
Tuesday, 22 October, 8pm-9pm, online
Registration
Learning Links Parent Webinars
Upcoming Parent Webinars by Learning Links (webinar recording and presentation emailed after the webinar):
– Anxiety & Depression in Children & Adolescents: Thursday, 31 October, 12pm-1pm
– The Transition to High School: Monday, 4 November, 12pm-1pm
– The Transition to Primary School: Tuesday, 5 November, 12pm-1pm
– Helping your Child with Maths at Home: Thursday, 14 November, 12pm-1pm
Jannali Moonrise Festival
Sutherland Shire Council and Kurranulla Aboriginal Corporation’s Jannali Moonrise Festival is named in recognition of the Aboriginal name ‘Jannali’ meaning ‘place of the moon’. The event will celebrate First Nations culture alongside a range of attractions and entertainment for all ages.
Friday, 1 November, 4pm-9pm and Saturday, 2 November, 9am-5pm
Box Rd, Jannali
Connect to Country for Wellbeing (Oatley)
At Georges River Council’s Connect to Country for Wellbeing join Uncle Dean Kelly and Aunty Calita Murray for a yarn and a walk on Country along the Oatley Park foreshore, where they will share traditional knowledge about the local landscape and native plants.
Sunday, 3 November, 9am-1pm
Oatley Park, 1 Dame Mary Gilmore Rd, Oatley (meet at Oatley Castle)
Bookings. Contact: 9330 9354 or communitycapacitybuilding@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au
Australian Multicultural Foundation Carla Zampatti Scholarship for Young Women
This Scholarship initiative invites applications from young women 18-29 from new and emerging culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, for ventures, projects or activities to achieve their aspirations and goals in life where there may be barriers or disadvantages to achieving these goals.
Applications close Friday, 25 October, 5pm
Georges River Libraries English Conversation Classes
Georges River Libraries’ English Conversation Classes (beginners and intermediate) are for individuals from all cultural backgrounds who want to improve their English. Each week for eight weeks participants will be guided through a discussion of different topics by volunteers.
Various dates and times until Thursday, 12 December
Clive James Library & Service Centre, Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave St, Kogarah, or Hurstville Library (intermediate only), 12-22 Dora St, Hurstville
Healthy Ageing Seminar (Kogarah)
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Strengthening for over 60s Program’s Healthy Ageing Seminar will feature speakers on medication and exercise, optimal strength and balance for good function, and nutrition to support healthy ageing.
Thursday, 14 November, 2pm-3.30pm
St George Hospital Research & Education Centre, 4-10 South St, Kogarah
RSVP: SESLHD-Strength@health.nsw.gov.au
Bayside Council Term 4 Youth Service Programs
Bayside Council’s Term 4 Youth Service Programs offer activities for young people 12-25 who live, work, study, or have a strong connection to the Bayside Council area. Includes outreach, sports, recreation, and art activities.
Various dates and times during Term 4
Arncliffe Youth Centre, 9 Townsend Lane, Arncliffe, Wednesdays & Fridays, 3pm-6.30pm, and outreach locations across the LGA, Mondays & Thursdays, 3pm-6pm
Contact: youthservices@bayside.nsw.gov.au
Sutherland Shire Free & Low Cost Food Services List
Sutherland Shire Free & Low Cost Food Services List includes contact details for services offering groceries and produce, food pantries, and meals. The list is maintained by Orana. Email with any changes or updates.
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