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!
Bankstown
Pokémon challenge Bankstown
A battle game of the cleverest
Tuesday 30 September, 2.30-4pm
Tuesday 7 October, 2.30-4pm
Panania
Bingo Panania
Make a line and win a prize!
Tuesday 30 September, 2.30-4pm
Chester Hill
Family movie Chester Hill
Lights, library, action: reel fun at the library!
Tuesday 30 September, 2.30-3.30pm
Community Event
Canterbury
Active hearts Canterbury
Exercise class for over 50’s
Every Tuesday, 2.30-3.30pm
Lakemba
Dragon puppet craft
Come make your own dragon puppet and create your own fantasy adventures.
Tuesday 30 September, 2.30-4pm
Padstow
Games day
Drop in for a fun afternoon of family board games.
Tuesday 30 September, 2.30-4pm
Sold Out
Bankstown
Adult Dungeons and Dragons Club Bankstown
Join the adventure to solve mysteries, right wrongs and deal with evil in all forms.
Fortnightly, Tuesdays 5-7.30pm (starting Tuesday 4 February)
Bankstown
Introduction to Nerikomi and Kurinuki
Learn the Japanese techniques of Nerikomi and Kurinuki and discover the creative potential of ceramics!
Session 1: Tuesday 30 September, 6-8:30pm
Session 2: Tuesday 7 October, 6-8:30pm
Holiday intensive swim program
Get ready for summer these holidays with our Swim School holiday intensive program – it's great way to introduce your child to swimming lessons or quickly improve their skills!
Week 1: Monday 29 September-Friday 3 October
Week 2: Tuesday 7-Friday 10 October