For Bayside, Georges River and Sutherland Shire human service providers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of all ages can get a free 715-health check at Aboriginal Medical Services and bulk-billing clinics, as well as free follow-up care if needed.
More information | Resources
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School holiday activities at Georges River Libraries include electronics workshop; arts and craft workshops; vocal workshop; intro to stop-motion animation; Dungeons & Dragons; and learning strategies to build children’s resilience (for parents). Bookings open 30 December.
Various dates and times, Monday, 13 January to Friday, 24 January, at Georges River Libraries
More information and bookings
Butterfly Foundation’s Let’s Talk Eating Disorders resources, available in English and Arabic, provide culturally relevant information for those at risk of eating disorders or body image concerns, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers.
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This review by NSW Department of Communities and Justice finds the out-of-home care system in NSW is not fit for purpose, failing to meet the needs of children and young people at an efficient cost. The report makes 13 recommendations to reset expectations, accountability, stewardship and service delivery across the system, and calls for their immediate implementation.
More information | Full report
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This program allows community members to use the school’s outdoor facilities during school holidays for activities like sports, recreation, and cultural events.
More information, participating schools list and holiday activities
Bayside Libraries are calling for Expressions of Interest to provide pre-loved books and collection items to registered organisations, charities, health and welfare organisations, and educational and care institutions. Community organisations can specify what genres of books they would like to receive.
Complete Expression of Interest
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD)’s SafeHaven offers peer support for people over 16 years who are experiencing emotional and suicidal distress. No appointment required. Medicare not required.
Monday & Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday, 5pm-9pm
Unit 2, Ground floor, Kirk Place, 15 Kensington St, Kogarah
Contact: 9113 2981
CASS Gumnut Early Learning Centre’s Summer Vacation Care Program offers a range of activities and educational experiences for children aged 5-12, including cooking, movies, sports, pilates and gymnastics, music, excursions, art and craft, and more.
Thursday & Friday, 19 & 20 December, and Monday to Friday, 6 January to 5 February, 7.30am-6pm
CASS Gumnut Early Learning Centre, 48 Queens Rd, Hurstville
Enquiries and bookings: 9585 1621 or HELC@cass.org.au
Phoenix Community Project’s Sutherland Shire Youth Space January School Holiday Program provides a hangout zone for young people aged 12-25. Beach volleyball, football, cricket, basketball, music, and more.
– Fridays, 10 January & 24 January, 11am-3pm, at Gunnamatta Pavilion, Gunnamatta Park, 39-41 Nicholson Pde, Cronulla
– Fridays, 17 January & 31 January, 10am-3pm, at Cooper St Reserve, 1148 Old Princes Hwy, Engadine
Contact: debbieo@phoenixinstitutetraining.com or 0401 478 328
2Connect’s Cronulla Youth Space January School Holiday Program provides a safe space for young people aged 12-18 to hang out with their friends. Food, table tennis, hand ball competition, lolly pong, fun games, and more.
Thursdays, 9 January to 30 January, 1.30pm-4pm
Cronulla Community Hall, 38-60 Croydon St, Cronulla
Contact: Paul, 9556 1769 or project@2connect.org.au