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 shooting basketball
Casual shooting is a chance for you to work on your basketball skills, meet new people or play a social game. $7.50 per person.
Check our social media channels for weekly availabilities
Library and Information Week 2025
Join us at your local library during Library and Information Week 28 July-3 August 2025
28 July-3 August 2025
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
Campsie
Help with reading Campsie
Now available for adults looking to improve their reading skills and boost confidence.
Weekly on Mondays, 10-11am and 2-3pm (during school term)
Bookings essential.
Chester Hill
Knitting group Chester Hill
Join one of our popular knitting groups and enjoy the company of like-minded craft-lovers
Weekly on Mondays 10am-noon
Weekly on Saturdays 10.30am-12.30pm
Community Event
Bankstown
Bankstown Dementia Carers’ Group Inc
Come along to our dementia carers’ drop in centre for fun activities, meet other carers and connect
Second, third and fourth Monday of each month (except Public Holidays), 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)
Campsie
Keep Mob Fit & Healthy
Our Keep Mob Fit & Healthy classes provide an opportunity for all ages to connect with others and focus on your health and wellbeing
Mondays during school term, starting 28 July, 10.30am-12.30pm
Earlwood
Mahjong club Earlwood
Mahjong is a fun game that helps keep your brain active and improves your memory and stimulates your mind.
Second and fourth Monday of every month, 10.30am-12.30pm