Girl Guides Blacktown

16/06/2026

Make Leadership Possible 👇

Leadership doesn't always begin with a title. Sometimes, it starts with leading a game, sharing an idea or encouraging a friend to give something new a try.

Through Guiding, girls discover the confidence to step forward and the skills to lead with kindness, courage and purpose.

Your tax-deductible donation helps provide trained volunteers, program resources and accessible activities so more girls can discover their voice, take the lead and grow into capable, confident leaders.

💙 www.Girlguides-nswactnt.org.au/donate

08/06/2026

Don't Throw Away Old DVDs! Turn Them into Sparkling Dragonflies That Dance in the Sun

🛒 Materials Needed:

• Old DVDs or CDs
• scissors
• hot glue
• wooden clothespins
• googly eyes
• fishing line

👩‍🔧 Directions:

1️⃣ Cut the Wings: Carefully cut four oval wing shapes from old DVDs or CDs.
Use sturdy scissors and trim slowly, as the discs may crack if cut too quickly.

2️⃣ Make the Body: Glue the four wings onto a wooden clothespin, arranging two wings on each side.
Position them like dragonfly wings and let the hot glue set firmly.

3️⃣ Add the Eyes: Attach googly eyes near the top of the clothespin.
This gives your dragonfly a cute, playful look.

4️⃣ Add the Hanger: Tie a piece of fishing line around the clothespin body.
Make sure it is secure so the dragonfly can hang and move gently in the breeze.

5️⃣ Hang in the Sunlight: Hang your sparkling dragonfly outdoors where sunlight can hit the shiny wings.
The recycled discs will reflect rainbow colors and create a beautiful garden display.

🎯 Project Summary:

⏰ Estimated Time: 20–30 minutes
📦 Difficulty: Beginner
🎨 Project Type: Recycled Garden Art / Eco-Friendly Craft / Outdoor Decor

06/06/2026

🎭 Lights, music, laughter... it's Gang Show season!

Did you know Gang Shows are entirely run by volunteers and feature talented Girl Guides and Scouts taking to the stage? From singing and dancing to comedy sketches and unforgettable performances, Gang Show gives young people the chance to build confidence, learn new skills and shine in the spotlight.

This year, Guides from across NSW and the ACT are bringing their creativity and energy to stages near you. Why not gather your family and friends and support a local show?

✨ Albury Gang Show – Ghosts of Curtains Past
🗓️ 12–13 June
📍 Albury Entertainment Centre

✨ Canberra Gang Show – Back in My Day
🗓️ 8–11 July
📍 Canberra College Performing Arts Centre

✨ Cumberland Gang Show – Electrify
🗓️ 4–5 & 9–11 July
📍 The Concourse Theatre

✨ Hornsby Gang Show – Storybound
🗓️ 3–5 & 8, 10–11 July
📍 Abbotsleigh School for Girls

✨ Kirrawee Gang Show – Stories Come Alive
🗓️ 7–8 & 10–11 July
📍 Sydney Technical High School

Don't miss your chance to cheer on our incredible performers and volunteers. Which show will you be seeing this year?

04/06/2026

Winter is almost here - can you help Carevan Blacktown collect essential items such as new blankets, jackets, Beenies, scarves, gloves or socks for our local community members doing it tough! Just a small donation can make a huge difference.

Help us spread a little seasonal winter warmth! 💙 If you'd like to donate a blanket or contribute to our Winter Warmth Blanket Appeal ~ please get in touch via EMAIL at [email protected]❄️☃️❄️we'd love to hear from you

There's many ways to support people in need of this care as the cold (& wet ☔️) settles in for the season. You could organise a blanket drive at work or school, knit a blanket (and a heartfelt thank you to the wonderful people who do this for us all year round 💙) donate funds and we can purchase blankets on your behalf, or simply donate a blanket or a pair of gloves and a scarf ~ These will go directly to people in need, throughout winter, on Tuesday evenings at Lalor Park

Every contribution helps bring warmth and comfort, while sending a powerful message of support, care and kindness to those who need it most 💙

If you'd like to get involved, please get in touch via EMAIL and we will help you help us deliver comfort to people in need☃️

[email protected]

27/05/2026

Would love to go here!

Rise and shine people! We're on Sunrise TOMORROW morning at 6:10am!

The wonderful team at Destination NSW are featuring a few of Marrickville's businesses and organisations tomorrow and we are so thrilled to be included.

Tune in from 6:10am to catch chatting all things creative reuse, while our incredible crew craft live on air from the amazing in Marrickville.

Joining the fun are a few absolute legends; including RG staff and the RG commmunity!

25/05/2026

Ordinary women. Extraordinary impact.

Girl Guides volunteers come from all walks of life. They’re students, parents, professionals, retirees, mentors, and community members. They’re women who choose to give their time to help girls and young women thrive.

That’s the extraordinary thing about volunteering: ordinary people become extraordinary by making a difference.

As we close out National Volunteer Week, we want to say one final thank you to every volunteer who makes Guiding possible. Your impact reaches further than you know, and the difference you make in the lives of girls and young women is truly lasting.

Considering volunteering with us 👉 VolunteerAtGuides.com.au

23/05/2026

Friday night was a busy night with several Guides & Senior Guides making their promise night. There were also girls who renewed their promises. we welcome our new Leader Butterfly who also made her promise. The night finished with Cake & hot chocolate❤️

20/05/2026

Blacktown Girl Guides would like to thank all our Leaders, the Support Group and parents and carers for volunteering their time to support all our guides have a great time and wonderful opportunity.

To our incredible Volunteers… Thank you! 💙

Thank you for the countless hours, the energy, the patience, the encouragement, and the care you give to girls and young women across our communities.

Thank you for creating spaces where girls feel supported to try new things, speak up, challenge themselves, and grow into confident leaders.

The impact you make is seen in every friendship formed, every challenge overcome, and every girl who leaves Guides believing in herself a little more than before. 🫶

This week, and every week, we celebrate you and everything you make possible.

09/05/2026

Happy Mothers Day Cake Stall - Marsden Park Bunnings
Come on in and support girl guides with their delicious goods home made, packed ready for gifts for mum.

09/05/2026

Messy Fridays!!
Senior Guides created works of art using Pour Pals. The were very messy by the time they left! Sorry folks 🤣
Guides had an amazing fun night being creative making cards (can’t tell you what they are for yet!) 🥰they were creative, beautiful and loving.
They also munched out on banana muffins & choc coated popcorn!