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
With more than 67,000 children aged 0-12 living in our City, City of Canterbury Bankstown provides a range of quality services, programs and opportunities that support children to learn, grow and thrive, while helping families feel connected and supported in our community.
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!
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Community Event
Bankstown
Yagoona Probus Club Monthly Meeting
We're extending a warm invitation to retirees and semi-retirees interested in an exciting social club right here in Yagoona!
Monday 22 June - 23 November 2026
Riverwood
Kids Play
Discover all things kids play at MIISC! From our fun-filled soft playroom to our brand-new Indoor Play Centre, there's something for every little explorer.
Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm
Sold Out
Riverwood
Oztag skills clinic
Step onto the court and show off your skills at our OzTag Skills Clinic!
Thursday 1 October, 9am-noon
Sold Out
Belmore
Archery and BYRC drop-in
Age: 12-18
Thursday 1 October
- Excursion: 12:15pm-2pm
- BYRC drop-in 9:30am-12:15pm
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.
Bookings required.
Greenacre
Justice of the Peace service Greenacre
JP services are available at Greenacre Library on Thursdays. Please call the library to confirm before visiting.
Thursdays, 10am-noon
Bankstown
Youth Dungeons and Dragons Bankstown
Age: 12-18
- Thursday 1 October, 10am-2pm SOLD OUT
- Thursday 8 October, 10am-2pm
Riverwood
Demon Hunters Circus Dance Party
Age: 7-12
Thursday 1 October, 10-11:30am
Bankstown
Family Trees to Local Streets drop-in sessions
These drop-in sessions are for you to chat with a librarian to learn more about your local and family history. Enquiries by phone or email are welcome. No bookings required.
First Thursday of every month, 10am-noon