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Youth

Our programs for young people are fully inclusive and include support, learning and having fun! 

The over 65,000 young people in our City are an active and important part of our community. Our programs and policies for young people reflect the needs that they themselves have identified. 

Our youth programs are fully inclusive and cover an age range from 12 to 24.

We welcome all young people, including anyone: 

  • From Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds (CALD) 
  • Living with a disability 
  • Newly arrived 
  • From refugee backgrounds 
  • At risk of homelessness 
  • Who identifies as being Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Intersexed (LGBTIQA+)

Belmore Youth Resource Centre (BYRC)

Belmore Youth Resource Centre (BYRC) provides programs and services for young people in our City.

Bus to Beach

Get ready for a milestone moment. Bus to Beach will mark its 20th year of service in 2026!

Canterbury Bankstown Workers with Youth Network

The Canterbury Bankstown Workers With Youth Network (CBWWYN) is a cohesive network of professionals working towards common goals for youth and youth services in Canterbury-Bankstown.

Child Safe CBCity

We are a Child Safe Organisation and CBCity is a proud supporter of the Convention on the Rights of the Child

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.

School Holiday Programs

Don’t sit at home these holidays!

Subscribe to Youth Scoop eNews

Youth Scoop eNews is a great way to keep up-to-date on the latest youth-related news and events happening in the City of Canterbury Bankstown, conveniently de​livered to your inbox each month. Sign up now!

Talent Advancement Program

For 23 years, our Talent Advancement Program identified, nurtured and promoted young vocalists from within our local schools.

Twilight Sports

Twilight Sports is a FREE non-competitive sports program aimed at encouraging social inclusion and participation for young people aged 12-17 in a fun way.

Youth Action Plan 2020-24

This is a strategic document which highlights a number of priorities and recommended actions for Council to work towards to achieve the best outcomes for local youth.

Youth Futures

Gain information, skills, confidence and support to help you transition into employment.

Youth Week

Express. Empower. Get loud! 

Children and Youth Awards

Do you know a student in years 3-6 or a young person aged 12-18 who inspires others, uplifts those around them or makes a meaningful difference in Canterbury-Bankstown? We’d love to recognise their contributions and share their story.

Links for young people:

  • Link2home: 1800 152 152. Provides 24/7 referral to accommodation and services.
  • Missionbeat: 1800 306 461. Homelessness outreach, welfare checks and services assisting people who are
    sleeping rough.
  • Advocate for Children and Young People
  • Centrelink: Career information, services and programs for youth.
  • The Department of Social Services: Information including assistance, housing support and youth programs.
  • Lawstuff: Australian legal information website for young people.  
  • Youth Week: National Youth Week occurs each year around April. It's your chance to get involved with art, music and other events involving young people.
  • TAFE Handbook: Need to get some extra skills before you can land that job? Check out the TAFE Handbook and see what's available at your local TAFE college.
  • Youth Action: Resources for young people and youth workers in NSW.

What's on

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Roselands

Swim school holiday program Roselands

Make the most of summer – boost your child’s swimming skills and confidence in the pool! 

Weekdays, 5–23 January
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Birrong

Swim school holiday program Birrong

Make the most of summer – boost your child’s swimming skills and confidence in the pool! 

Weekdays, 5–23 January
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Revesby

Swim school holiday program Revesby

Make the most of summer – boost your child’s swimming skills and confidence in the pool! 
Weekdays, 5–23 January
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.
Padstow

Book a librarian Padstow

Do you need one-on-one help with using technology?

Fridays, 11am-noon (from 6 Feb 2026)
Belmore

BYRC Youth Drop-in

This is a space for young people to enjoy their afternoon where they can play pool, be social, meet new people and have access to our youth services.

Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday during school term from 3-5pm
Panania

After school fun Panania

Our libraries have a great range of after school  activities, events and services available to benefit everyone

Wednesdays and Fridays, 3:30-4:30pm (during school term)
Padstow

Brick building club ​Padstow

Join fellow builders and create objects out of bricks

Wednesdays and Fridays, 3:30-4:30pm (during school term)
Campsie

Youth Dungeons & Dragons club Campsie

Players meet each fortnight at Campsie Library to collaborate through stories presented by Dungeon Masters.

Fortnightly on Fridays, 5-7:30pm (from 6 Feb 2026)

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