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
Pencil holder
Make your drawing and writing tasks fun with this crazy smart pencil holder.
Thursday 2 October, 2.30-4pm
Padstow
Kids bingo Padstow
Join us for a lively round of bingo – easy to play, full of laughs and perfect for all ages!
Thursday 2 October, 2.30-4pm
Campsie
Active hearts Campsie
Exercise class for over 50’s
Thursday, 2.30-3.30pm
Bankstown
Book a librarian Bankstown
You can Book-a-librarian for 30-minute one-on-one sessions to help you with your computer and information needs.
Tuesdays, 10am-noon, and Thursdays, 2.30-4pm
Earlwood
Justice of the Peace Service Earlwood
JP services are available at Earlwood Library on Tuesday and Thursday. Please call the library to confirm.
Tuesday, 10am-noon, and Thursday, 5-7pm
Pride Youth Group
The PRIDE Youth Group is a safe, inclusive and friendly space. Each session varies from activities, discussions, excursions, special guests and events.
First and third Thursday of every month
Chester Hill
Justice of the Peace service Chester Hill
Justice of the Peace volunteers are available to witness a statutory declaration, witness an affidavit, or certify copies of original documents
Thursday, 5.30-7.30pm
Bankstown
Book club Bankstown
Do you love to read and enjoy stimulating conversation with other people about books?
Monthly – First Thursday of the month, 5.30-7.30pm
Monthly - Second Friday of the month, 11am-1pm
Monthly - Fourth Friday of the month, 11am-1pm
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