Canterbury-Bankstown Mayor Bilal El-Hayek’s 24-Hour Challenge for Mental Health starts this Thursday 16 April, 8:30am at The Crest Athletics Track, Bass Hill The Mayor’s Challenge will unite people locally and from around the world in a round-the-clock run or walk to raise funds and awareness to support those dealing with this growing issue. This special event honours the legacy of Charlotte O’Brien, who died by suicide …

Sydney, NSW — A socially mobilised vigil calling for peace in Lebanon and will take place on 15 April at 6pm at Sydney Town Hall, as organisers frame the event as a humanitarian response to regional conflict affecting children and civilians, rather than a traditional gathering. The 6pm mobilisation, organised by the Lebanon Action Group, is expected to bring together …

Turn a Day at the Show into Year Round Support for Farmers Every time you visit the Sydney Royal Easter Show, you help support rural and regional farmers, their families and their communities across NSW. Hosted by the not-for-profit Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS), the Show is a celebration that keeps Australian agriculture strong, vibrant and future focused. More …

The 2026 Sydney Royal Easter Show is here again, and the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW look forward to welcoming you and your family back from 2 April –13 April for another year full of laughter, learning and memory-making moments! If anyone in your family has accessibility requirements or other concerns about accessibility around the Showgrounds, we want you to …

The Easter Show Fun Pass is your ticket to all the carnival fun at this year’s Sydney Royal Easter Show. Simply tap to ride and tap to play! To get started, download the NEW Easter Show Fun Pass 2026 App, load credits and you’re away. Simply present the QR code within the App at rides and games for fast access …

The Mission of the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS), as it has been now for over 200 years, is to shape the future of Australian agriculture and to continuously improve Australian produce to award-quality levels. To participate in the competition for the Easter Show tickets, please dial 0403522501. *The first 35 calls will be entered into the competition. *The …

Arab Council Australia, in partnership with OurDNA, hosted a special social dinner and information evening on Thursday, 26 March 2026, at Al Aseel Restaurant, located within The Paper Mill precinct. The event brought together a select group of community representatives and leaders for an engaging evening focused on the future of inclusive health and medical research in Australia. The gathering …

The official opening of the new Bankstown Plaza last week marked a significant milestone in the ongoing Southwest Metro project, bringing renewed energy and connectivity to the heart of the local community. The event was attended by Minister Jihad Dib MP, Minister John Graham, Kylie Wilkinson MP, Mayor Bilal El-Hayek – City of Canterbury Bankstown, Councillor David Walsh , community …

Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed has been awarded a key to the city and a lifetime beach parking pass for his bravery during the December 14 terror attack. The 43-year-old went viral after footage showed him sneaking up behind one of the two gunmen shooting at attendees of a Jewish event and wrestling a long-barrelled gun away from him. He …

Dear Community, This year’s Senior’s Festival promises to be one of the best yet! The theme, “Live Life in Colour”, speaks for itself, with our City planning an exciting program of events to entice those young at heart to get involved. Each year, this celebration reminds us of the remarkable contribution older residents make to our City. With more than …