Doonside Cottage
Doonside Cottage is located at 2 Astral Drive, Doonside, NSW.
We provide a range of groups and activities each school term, see below for the most recent terms list of available programs & more information about each program.
TERM 1, 2019
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DAY |
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
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Monday |
9:30am-11:00am |
Indigenous Supported Playgroup |
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Monday |
11:00am-11:30pm |
Baby Rhyme Time |
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Monday |
1:00pm– 2:30pm |
Indigenous Cultural Group |
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Monday |
6:00pm—8:00pm |
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) |
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Tuesday |
9:30am-3:00pm |
Mura Mittigar—Outreach Financial Counselling No Interest Loans Scheme (Fortnightly) Commencing 19th February |
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Tuesday |
9:45am-11:15am |
Yoga |
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Tuesday |
3:15pm-4:30pm |
Kids Meditation & Yoga (for primary school-aged children from Kindergarten to Year 6) |
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Tuesday |
5:00pm-7:00pm |
Triple P (Level 4) Positive Parenting Program 19th February—26th March 2019 |
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Wednesday |
10:00am-2:00pm |
Koori Outreach (Monthly, 1st Wednesday of each month) |
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Wednesday |
12.30pm-1:30pm |
Indigenous Space |
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Wednesday |
1.30pm-2:30pm |
Doonside Gardens |
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Wednesday |
3:15pm-4.30pm |
Kids Club (for primary school-aged children from Kindergarten to Year 6) |
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Wednesday |
6:00pm-8:00pm |
BLISS – Blacktown Lesbian Information & Social Support (Monthly, 3rd Wednesday of each month) |
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Thursday |
9:30am-11:00am |
Mini Tots Soccer (for 3-5 year-olds) in partnership with Western Sydney Primary Health Network |
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Thursday |
11:00am-11:30am |
Baby Rhyme Time |
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Friday |
9:00am-5:00pm |
Odyssey House Counselling |
ABOUT EACH OF THE PROGRAMS
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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): A safe and confidential support group for people with an addiction includes AA, GA, NA etc. Free of charge / no cost |
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BLISS (Blacktown Lesbian Information and Social Support): A social support group providing social activities and information to Lesbian, Bi-sexual and Same Sex Attracted Women. Free of charge / no cost |
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Doonside Gardens: Come along and help us create our very own community garden. Free of charge / no cost |
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Indigenous Space: A fun, friendly, informal group open to all who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Enjoy afternoon tea, play bingo, win prizes, meet new people, gain information, support, appropriate referrals, take part in activities, workshops and information sessions. All community members welcome. Free of charge / no cost |
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Indigenous Supported Playgroup: Provides a structured and positive learning environment in which 0-5 year-olds can socialise, play and learn. It’s a great way for parents/carers to meet and share experiences while they engage with their children using a variety of fun and educational activities. The group is facilitated by BACC staff who are also available to provide advice and information on parenting issues and referrals to appropriate services where needed. Free of charge / no cost |
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Kids Club: After-school games and activities (such as gardening, cooking, sports) with an emphasis on tasks of daily living and communication skills for primary school-aged kids. Free of charge / no cost |
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Kids Meditation & Yoga: A yoga and meditation class for primary school aged kids designed to increased their mental health and provide a reprieve from outside stressors. Free of charge / no cost |
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Koori Outreach: An opportunity for Indigenous community members to have a yarn and enjoy morning tea with representatives from Housing NSW, Centrelink, Wentworth Community Housing, Ngallu Wal Aboriginal Child and Family Centre, Blacktown Mental Health, and many more. Free of charge / no cost |
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Mini Tots Soccer: A program that helps to develop the gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination and general fitness of children aged 3-5 years old. Morning tea included. Free of charge / no cost |
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Mura Mittigar: Community Finance provides an outreach financial counselling service including financial support via the No Interest Loans Scheme. This will enable families to purchase essential goods and services including: education costs, health items, vehicle repairs, registration and household furniture and white goods. |
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Odyssey House Counselling: One-on-one counselling support for those with alcohol and drug issues. Call 9622 7511 for appointments. |
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Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) — Level 4: A 6 week program full of parenting tips which promote child development, communication skills, and self-care for parents/carers. Free of charge / no cost |
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Yoga: Strengthen and tone your body & improve your mental health. Please bring a bottle of water. $5 per session |
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Please note: We are taking expressions of interest for a new Indigenous group—please contact BACC with your interest and suggestions. Thank you. |