For Bayside, Georges River and Sutherland Shire human service providers
First Nations people seeking NDIS help can now call a new phone line – 1800 411 640, established to provide a more culturally respectful, tailored experience with the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).
Flyer | NDIS First Nations Connect announcement
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Yearly campaign by National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse & Neglect (NAPCAN) focusing on how we can all play a role in keeping children and young people safe. This year’s theme is “Every Conversation Matters – Shifting Conversation to Action”, to drive a stronger national focus on shifting conversations into meaningful action.
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National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse & Neglect (NAPCAN) webinar exploring child protection and out-of-home care trends and how strategic investments shape outcomes, and highlight early intervention opportunities to improve long-term results and resource efficiency, alongside youth insights on delivering timely, meaningful support.
Tuesday, 11 August, 11am-12.30pm, via GoToWebinar
Registration
Better Connected Community Services (BCCS) workshop for clients, carers, family members and friends who would like to better understand dementia. Attendees will learn how dementia can affect individuals, recognise changes in behaviour and communication, and discover practical ways to support and connect with someone living with dementia.
Wednesday, 19 August, 4pm-6pm
BCCS Miranda Hub, 95A Karimbla Rd, Miranda
Flyer | RSVP: Kate, 0414 520 716
Learning Links Preschool is for children of all abilities. Tours are available for families considering preschool for 2027, to meet educators and get information about the inclusive, play-based program supporting communication, wellbeing, friendships, independence, and confidence.
Friday, 14 August; Tuesday, 1 September; or Thursday, 17 September
12-14 Pindari Rd, Peakhurst Heights
Tours booking form | Website | Contact: 8525 8230 or preschool@learninglinks.org.au
Help aHead is for adults who may be experiencing mental health concerns, challenges with alcohol or other drug use, and other life challenges. Group programs include Hearing Voices; SMART Recovery; Connecting Physical & Mental Wellbeing; Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills; Mindfulness & Meditation; Music & Mood; and many more.
Various days and times, commencing Monday, 10 August
Help aHead Caringbah Hub, 383 Port Hacking Rd, Caringbah
Groups timetable | Register interest to attend: helpahead@gph.org.au or 8513 5800
Sutherland Shire Council ShireABILITY Art Award provides an opportunity for artists of all ages with disability to share their creative talent and exhibit their work at Hazelhurst Arts Centre. Open to Artists with Disability living, working, going to school, or attending a community program in Sutherland Shire, to enter 2D or 3D original artworks.
Entries close Friday, 30 October
Flyer | Information & entry form | Contact: 9710 0892 or shireability@ssc.nsw.gov.au
The REA Learning Hub brings together professionally developed courses and resources built specifically for the needs of students from refugee backgrounds, the educators who support them, and the researchers who study and shape this field.
REA Learning Hub
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Everymind – Minds Together Program self-paced training (60-90 minutes) is available to primary care, allied health and mental health professionals seeking to work confidently with a person’s support network.
Access training | Explanatory video: Overview of the Including family, friends and carers in mental health practice training
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Georges River Council workshop designed to support community groups, organisations, and active community members to strengthen their skills, build their capacity, and enhance their understanding of planning and delivering community events.
Choose from three dates:
– Monday, 24 August, 5.30pm-7.30pm, Georges River Civic Centre, Cnr MacMahon & Dora Sts, Hurstville
– Tuesday, 25 August, 5pm-7pm, Georges River Civic Centre, Cnr MacMahon & Dora Sts, Hurstville
– Friday, 28 August, 10am-12pm, via MS Teams
Registration: by Monday, 17 August, online