A Place for Us - Creating space for community in Waverley

14 June 2024 | News

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Explore free community events happening across iconic Waverley spaces this winter!

Community is at the heart of what Council do. Our priority is to create a strong, socially connected, and resilient community with plenty of opportunities for us to come together, be safe and belong.

That’s why we are proud to put on a range of free events, provide dedicated community spaces, and a program of activities across our venues, created with the community in mind.

Family Fun Days across LGA hotspots

As well as ongoing programming at our iconic venues (below), we will be taking over local green spaces and streets this July for a series of family fun days. So clear your diaries for a day of free kids entertainment, activities and a sweet treat for the whole family!

  • Sat 6 July – Garu Courtyard, Bondi Pavilion (special Bondi Festival edition)
  • Mon 8, Tues 9, Wed 10 July – Bondi Junction Oxford St Mall
  • Mon 15, Tues 16, Wed 17 July – Garu Courtyard, Bondi Pavilion
  • Sat 27 July – Waverley Park

No need to register, just wrap up and rock up!

Something for Everyone at the Pavilion

A place for locals. A place for arts and culture. A place for fun. A place for us.

Whether you’re into art, music or just having fun, you’ll always find a great way to spend the day at Bondi Pavilion. Here’s just a selection of highlights free for the community this winter:

Find out what's on at the Pavilion here.

Library Activities for Little Ones

A place for stories. A place for creativity. A place for learning. A place for us.

As well as our adult program of events at the Library, we’re proud to run weekly activities for little ones, including:

  • School Holiday Program – from Minions Craft and Marble Mazes to painting and 3D prints
  • Book Babies - introducing your babes in arms to the magic and joy of stories and rhymes
  • Story Time Fun – capturing the imaginations of toddlers and pre-schoolers with stories, rhymes and craft
  • Rocking Rhyme Time - a high energy morning of dancing, music, rhymes and stories

Active Seniors Sessions at Margaret Whitlam

A place for sports and rec. A place for wellness. A place for Seniors. A place for us.

The Margaret Whitlam centre is a sports and recreational space for all to enjoy and host of a regular program of activities to support seniors to improve their physical and mental health:

  • Table Tennis
  • Tai Chi
  • Pilates
  • Yoga
  • Strength and conditioning

Find out more here.

We will also be putting on a Musical High Tea for Seniors, with the Mayor and Di Bird Trio, on Friday 19 July at Easts. Register here.

Coming soon… The Boot Factory

A place for innovation. A place for sustainability. A place for connection. A place for us.

We’re currently restoring and upgrading the Boot Factory and Mill Hill Community Centre. Breathing new life into the building, we are transforming the former shoe making factory into a place for the community.