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 table tennis
We are here to serve up some fun!
Available 7 days a week
Birrong
Aqua classes Birrong
Gentle cardio and a fun workout without any strain from gravity on your hips, knees or ankles
Every Monday 6.30pm | Tuesday 10am | Wednesday 6.30pm | Thursday 10am
Birrong
Bankstown Men’s Shed Inc
A place where men can meet up, share and learn new skills and enjoy each other’s company
Every Monday to Wednesday, 8am-2pm
Community Event
Sefton
​Dance fit
Dancing, core and stretch class
Every Wednesday, 8am
Community Event
Riverwood
Pickleball
Combination of badminton, tennis and table tennis all in one
Every Wednesday, 9-10.30am
Campsie
Justice of the Peace Service Campsie
Justice of the Peace volunteers are available to witness a statutory declaration, witness an affidavit, or certify copies of original documents
Wednesdays, 10am-12.45pm
Bankstown
English Conversation Groups Bankstown | Beginners
Make new friends, while learning to speak more English
Wednesdays, 30 April-2 July 2025, 10am-noon
Bankstown
Heritage Festival - Bankstown Bus Tour
Unearth the history of Canterbury-Bankstown this Heritage Festival. Bookings required.
Wednesday 7 May, 10am-1pm
Campsie
English Conversation Groups Campsie
Make new friends, while learning to speak more English
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10am-noon