Counterpoint Community Services

Counterpoint Community Services Counterpoint Community Services (formerly known as The Factory Community Centre INC)

Counterpoint Community Services (formerly known as The Factory Community Centre INC) is a small but effective, local, welfare organisation servicing the community of Redfern, Waterloo & surrounds since 1977. Counterpoint identifies with the local community, providing support, meeting space, advice and advocacy. Counterpoint is a public benevolent institution and registered charity

Counterpoint co

mmunity Services is made up by number of community programs and projects including

• The Factory community Centre in Waterloo
• Counterpoint Multicultural Centre (previously South Sydney Multicultural Neighbourhood Centre)
• Poets Corner Pre-school in Redfern
• Waterloo Recycling workshop Waterloo
• Cycle –Re-cycle Club Waterloo
• Redwater Community Markets Redfern
• Redfern Waterloo Housing Communities Programme (community development support)

Counterpoint Community Services is also home to other third party services at our Factory Base in Waterloo including:-

• JewishCare
• Spanish Community Care Association
• Welcome Amigos Club
• Columbian’s in Australia
• Barnardo’s (Yurungui Learning Centre)
• At Full potential – Psychology Outreach
• New horizons support group
• Redfern Waterloo Gambler Anonymous
• REDWatch
• Groundswell
• Redfern and Waterloo Neighbourhood Advisory Boards & Action groups

And many other partners

👖♻️ Registrations are now OPEN!Counterpoint Community Services is excited to partner with The Clothing Clinic to deliver...
14/08/2026

👖♻️ Registrations are now OPEN!

Counterpoint Community Services is excited to partner with The Clothing Clinic to deliver a series of FREE Women's Denim Upcycling Workshops across Ultimo, Glebe, Pyrmont, Redfern and East Sydney.

Join us to learn creative upcycling skills, connect with other local women, and transform old denim into unique and practical creations. Whether you're new to sewing or already handy with a needle and thread, everyone is welcome!

✅ Free workshops
✅ Learn new skills
✅ Meet new people
✅ Reduce textile waste
✅ Take home something you've created yourself

🎟️ Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/womens-denim-upcycling-workshops

A big thank you to The Clothing Clinic for sharing their expertise and to the City of Sydney for supporting this fantastic community project.

We can't wait to see what you create! 💙

Have a wonderful weekend everyone, and don't forget to tell your friends! 👖✨

We still have some free tickets left!! Our Factory Community Centre will be open until 4:15pm today if you would like se...
13/08/2026

We still have some free tickets left!! Our Factory Community Centre will be open until 4:15pm today if you would like see the Sydney Male Choir!

We have free tickets to see the Sydney Male Choir " The Power of Song" coming up on 15th August from 2pm-4:30pm at Sydney Town Hall for more details contact [email protected]

Looking after your oral health starts with a smile! 😁Pop down to the Waterloo Neighbourhood Centre on Monday 17 August f...
10/08/2026

Looking after your oral health starts with a smile! 😁

Pop down to the Waterloo Neighbourhood Centre on Monday 17 August from 10am for an informative Oral Health Talk and find out how to register for a FREE dental health check-up.

Eligibility criteria apply.

On Friday, our team partnered with Bridge Housing and other support services at the Cowper Street Glebe Pop-up, giving u...
09/08/2026

On Friday, our team partnered with Bridge Housing and other support services at the Cowper Street Glebe Pop-up, giving us the opportunity to meet local residents, share information about our services, and build excitement ahead of the opening of our new centre.

Join us for a tenants only workshop series at our Factory Community Centre, Soup & Stories, Session 1 will cover Apartme...
06/08/2026

Join us for a tenants only workshop series at our Factory Community Centre, Soup & Stories, Session 1 will cover Apartment Living and Session 2 Neighbourhood Life, share your ideas to help shape the new homes and neighbourhood spaces. Lunch Provided.

Join the Waterloo Renewal Project for Cuppa & Conversations, share your ideas and help shape the new homes and neighbour...
05/08/2026

Join the Waterloo Renewal Project for Cuppa & Conversations, share your ideas and help shape the new homes and neighbourhood spaces.

03/08/2026
Have you received your Census instructions? If you already know where you'll be on Census night, you can complete your C...
03/08/2026

Have you received your Census instructions? If you already know where you'll be on Census night, you can complete your Census as soon as you receive them.

Need a hand? The Factory Community Centre team will be available this Thursday from 9:30am to 12:30pm to support residents with:

Completing the Census online
Understanding Census questions
Accessing digital assistance

We're here to help make the process as easy and stress-free as possible. Please share this information with anyone in the community who may benefit from a little extra support.

Phone: 9698 9569
Email: [email protected]

What a fantastic morning!Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas in July Morning Tea. From the delicious t...
31/07/2026

What a fantastic morning!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas in July Morning Tea. From the delicious treats to the cheerful conversations, it was wonderful to celebrate together.

We hope you enjoyed the festive atmosphere as much as we did.

Thank you for making our community events so special.
Merry Christmas in July, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon! 🎄☕

🌟 Counterpoints August Newsletter is here!Our August edition is packed with community updates, upcoming events, and ways...
29/07/2026

🌟 Counterpoints August Newsletter is here!
Our August edition is packed with community updates, upcoming events, and ways to get involved — from festive gatherings to important tenant forums and local advocacy opportunities.

If you’re part of our community or just getting connected, there’s something in this month’s newsletter for you. Have a read, share it around, and help us keep building a stronger, more connected Waterloo and Redfern.

👉 Check out the full newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/counterpointcs/counterpoints-august-2026-newsletter?e=38044e8b4a

✨ Thanks for your ongoing support — we couldn’t do this without you.

Address

67 Raglan Street
Waterloo, NSW
2017

Opening Hours

Monday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Tuesday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Wednesday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Thursday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+61296989569

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