Western Sydney Community Centre

06/10/2026

A Beautiful Spring Day Out

On 29 September 2026, 21 community members enjoyed a wonderful day out exploring the Bowral Tulip Garden and Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan.

We made our way to the Bowral Tulip Garden, arriving at around 11:00 am. Everyone enjoyed wandering through the colourful gardens, taking photos, watching the performances and soaking up the beautiful spring atmosphere.

In the afternoon, we headed to the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan, where we enjoyed lunch before exploring more of the beautiful gardens and surrounding spaces.

It was a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, spend time together and experience the beauty of spring. Everyone was happy, engaged and enthusiastic throughout the day and shared how much they enjoyed the outing.

Would you like to join us on our next outing? Contact us on 9649 2063 or
email [email protected].

A lovely day filled with sunshine, gardens, laughter and great company!

Cumberland City Council

05/10/2026

Community Health Screening Day

On 8 September 2026, our participants had the opportunity to take part in a community health screening event, with access to vision, hearing and dental health checks.

Qualified health professionals provided individual screenings, information and advice to help participants better understand and look after their health. Many participants also received dental cleaning as part of the event.

A big thank you to Hearing Australia and Isabelle Parras, and Mobileyes Dental Foundation Ltd and Kim, for providing these valuable services to our community.

Our participants engaged positively and appreciated having access to accessible health services in a welcoming community environment.

If you are interested in sessions like these, please contact us on 9649 2063 or email [email protected] to find out more.

Hearing Australia Mobileyes Foundation

05/10/2026

Food Pantry Open Today!

Need to stock up on fresh produce and household essentials? Our Weekly Food Pantry is open today from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm!

Thanks to our wonderful volunteer Yu, in partnership with OzHarvest, we offer a range of affordably priced fresh fruit, vegetables, and household products to help support our local community.

No registration required – simply drop in while stocks last!

OzHarvest

01/10/2026

28/09/2026

Food Pantry Open Today!

Need to stock up on fresh produce and household essentials? Our Weekly Food Pantry is open today from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm!

Thanks to our wonderful volunteer Yu, in partnership with OzHarvest, we offer a range of affordably priced fresh fruit, vegetables, and household products to help support our local community.

No registration required – simply drop in while stocks last!

OzHarvest

24/09/2026

🎉 SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM! 🎉

Looking for some fun these school holidays? We are running two jam-packed days of games, creativity, fun and friendship for children from Kindy to Year 5! 💙

📅 Wednesday 30 September and Wednesday 7 October
⏰ 10:00am – 2:00pm
💰 $20 per day per child

✨ Activities include:
⚽ Indoor soccer
🏐 Dodge ball
💪 Tug of war
💎 Jewellery making
🩷 Slime making
🎨 Sidewalk chalk creativity

☕ Morning tea will be provided. Children should bring their own water bottle and nut-free lunch.

🧢 Please bring a hat.
☀️ Sunscreen will be provided for outdoor activities.
⚠️ Please notify us of any allergies.

Bookings are essential! Contact Nowel [email protected] or Ansar [email protected] or call us on 9649 2063 today!

Cumberland City Council Cumberland Multicultural Community Services

11/09/2026

Be Connected: Sharing Our Experiences

On 13 August 2026, participants from our Arabic and Chinese community groups had the opportunity to share their experiences as part of the Be Connected program evaluation.

The consultation was facilitated by Lee Folland from Verian, an independent research agency evaluating the program on behalf of the Australian Government.

Participants shared their thoughts on how Be Connected has helped them build digital skills, confidence and greater independence. They enjoyed the opportunity to have their voices heard and felt their feedback was valued and could help improve the program for older people in our community.

Thank you to everyone who took part and shared their valuable experiences. Your voice helps shape the future of Be Connected!

10/09/2026

ADVOCACY IN ACTION: THE RIGHT SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE!

We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their goals, build confidence and live as independently as possible.

Our Support Coordinator, Fatema Merhi, recently demonstrated the difference dedicated advocacy can make for two NDIS participants.

CASE STUDY 1 | Advocacy That Increased Independence
Working closely with the participant, family and allied health team, Fatema advocated for a bathroom safety rail and additional Core Supports. Through strong evidence and ongoing advocacy, the participant’s NDIS funding was doubled, providing greater access to the supports he needs.

CASE STUDY 2 | Turning “No” Into “Yes”
When a participant’s request for Core Supports was initially declined, Fatema continued advocating on his behalf. By coordinating detailed allied health evidence and working closely with his family and support team, the request was ultimately approved.

These outcomes show the value of having the right Support Coordinator in your corner, someone who listens, understands your needs and advocates for the supports that can make a real difference.

Through our NDIS services, we support participants to:

✨ Build confidence
✨ Develop life skills
✨ Increase independence
✨ Connect with others
✨ Participate in social and community activities
✨ Navigate their NDIS plan and access the right supports

Interested in learning more about our NDIS supports?
Contact us on 9649 2063 to speak with our friendly team.