Culture and Community
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
The City of Canterbury Bankstown acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land, water and skies of Canterbury-Bankstown, the Darug (Darag, Dharug, Daruk, Dharuk) People. We recognise and respect Darug cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land. We acknowledge the First Peoples’ continuing importance to our Canterbury-Bankstown community.
Children and family services
CBCity is a direct provider of a range of children's services with a commitment to delivering high quality education, recreation and care programs for children aged from six weeks to 12 years.
Citizenship ceremonies
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the most unique and exciting cities in Australia!
Community Halls and Centres
We offer a variety of community facilities and halls for hire throughout Canterbury-Bankstown to cater to your next upcoming event.
Community safety and crime prevention
Safety is at the forefront of everything we do. Find out about crime prevention initiatives and community safety support services.
Community services and support
We provide a wide range of services to support our community.
Diversity, inclusion and accessibility
Our City is a welcoming place for everyone. We are committed to improving opportunities and accessibility for all.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
You may recognise that you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health problem
Multicultural Community
Our City attracts a large number of newly-arrived residents each year
Seniors Hub
Almost a quarter of residents living in the City of Canterbury Bankstown are 55 years old or greater. These residents are an integral and essential part of our community and it should be recognised that enjoying a valued role as well as a meaningful life in our community as we grow older is something that everyone should be able to aspire to.
Volunteering
In all great communities, volunteering is a crucial part of daily life. In Canterbury Bankstown, our volunteers give their time to help others, but they also gain from the experience, especially in building new friendships and learning new skills.
Youth
Our programs for young people are fully inclusive and include support, learning and having fun!
Riverwood
Casual Pickleball
Discover the Joy of Pickleball at Morris Iemma Indoor Sports Centre
9am-10pm, Monday-Friday
Padstow
Knitting group Padstow
Join one of our popular knitting groups and enjoy the company of like-minded craft-lovers.
Mondays, 9.30-11.30am
Community Event
Earlwood
Folk dancing
Learn folk dances from all around the world from a professional teacher
Every Monday, 10am-noon
Greenacre
“Splash into Summer” Family Fun Day
Bring your family, pack your swimmers, and splash into a day of sun-soaked excitement at Greenacre Splash Park!
Monday 29 September, 10am-2pm
Lakemba
Justice of the Peace Service Lakemba
JP services are available at Lakemba Library on Mondays. Please call the branch library to confirm.
Monday, 10-11.30am (excluding public holidays)
Chester Hill
Knitting group Chester Hill
Join one of our popular knitting groups and enjoy the company of like-minded craft-lovers
Monday, 10am-noon, and Saturday, 10.30am-12.30pm (during school term)
Community Event
Bankstown
Older Women’s Network Greek Group
Group open for all female community members. Exercise class, dancing and outings scheduled
Weekly on a Monday, 10-11.30am
Campsie
Tech Savvy Seniors in Mandarin - Campsie
Four FREE technology training sessions for seniors. Bookings required.
Monday 8, 15, 22 and 29 September, 10am-1pm
Campsie
Mahjong club Campsie
Mahjong is a social game that keeps your brain active, improves memory and stimulates your mind.
Monday, 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm, Thursday, 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm (during school terms)