NSW Department of Education’s Elsa Dixon Aboriginal Employment Grant 2024/2025 invites NSW public service agencies and NSW local government authorities to apply for grants from $10,000 to $40,000, to subsidise the salary, development and support costs of Aboriginal employees. Includes temporary and permanent employment and school-based apprenticeships and traineeships.
Applications close 30 June 2025.
Rock Fishing Information & Safety Session (Kurnell)
Advance Diversity Services (ADS) and Gymea Community Aid & Information Service’s Rock Fishing Information & Safety Session in Ukrainian, Mandarin, and Arabic will teach participants safe rock fishing behaviours, understanding conditions, life jacket laws, fishing licensing, and water safety.
Friday, 18 October, 10am-2pm
Kamay Botany Bay National Park, Kurnell (Bus pick up from Hurstville ADS Office and/or Gymea Community Aid & Information Service)
Registration: online, or contact ADS, 9597 5455 or info@advancediversity.org.au
Carers + Employment Hub
Carers NSW’s Carers + Employment Hub is a centralised access point for information and resources to support family and friend carers to balance their caring responsibilities with employment. Information for carers in employment, carers seeking employment, and employers supporting carers.
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Social Group for People with Dementia & their Carers (Kogarah)
Georges River Libraries’ Memory Lane Social Club offers an opportunity for people with dementia and their carers to meet others, and participate in guided activities in a supportive community setting. The library is fully accessible. No bookings required.
Fourth Wednesday of each month until November. Next sessions: 23 October and 27 November, 10am–12pm
Clive James Library, Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave St, Kogarah
More information. Contact: 9330 9527
NDIS Bill 2024 Overview Information Sessions (Online)
On 22 August 2024, the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment Bill 2024 was passed by Parliament. National Disability Insurance Agency’s Information Sessions will deliver an overview of NDIS Bill amendments, and provide further information on some of the key changes for providers.
Various dates and times during October, via MS Teams
More information and registration. Contact: events@ndis.gov.au
NDIS Legislation Information Sessions (Online)
The National Disability Insurance Agency invites current and prospective NDIS participants, their families and carers to attend NDIS Legislation Information Sessions, to learn about the changes to planning and budgets in participant plans.
Various dates and times during October-November, via MS Teams
More information and registration
More information about changes to the legislation
HSC Rescue Sessions (Hurstville)
Georges River Council and St George & Sutherland Mental Health Interagency’s HSC Rescue Sessions offer guided breaks from study, to encourage students to take a study break and focus on mindfulness and managing stress. All activity materials are supplied. No bookings required.
Every Wednesday during October, 3pm-4pm
Hurstville Library, Cnr Queens Rd & Dora St, Hurstville
More information. Contact: library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au
Webinar: Let’s Talk about OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
WayAhead’s Webinar: Let’s Talk about OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) will showcase guest speaker Dr Melissa Norberg. Individuals with lived experience will share their insights, and WayAhead will offer information about their OCD support groups.
Tuesday, 22 October, 6.30pm-8.30pm, online
Register. More information: 1300 794 992 or supportgroups@wayahead.org.au
Additional Referral Pathway (ARP): Support for People Experiencing Modern Slavery
The Salvation Army’s Additional Referral Pathway (ARP) provides confidential support for people experiencing exploitation known as modern slavery. Services include assistance with understanding rights and options, legal advice, and help with immediate safety and wellbeing needs.
More information
Contact: 1800 000 277
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Naggangbi Business Connect: First Nations Business Forum (Botany)
Bayside Council’s Naggangbi Business Connect is a forum for First Nations business owners or First Nations people thinking of setting up a First Nations business. Representatives from organisations and support services will assist participants to learn how to grow their ideas into a thriving First Nations business.
Tuesday, 22 October, 10am-1pm
Botany Town Hall, 1423 Botany Rd, Botany
Register