Georges River Council proudly supports Mental Health Month. It runs from Thursday 1 October to Saturday 31 October 2026.
This Mental Health Month, we're inviting you to find your third space in Georges River. Third spaces are community areas beyond your home, work or school. You can spend time alone or connect with others.
Third spaces in Georges River include:
Join us at our third spaces this October! Move your body, get creative, and build resilience. You can also take a break to care for your mental wellbeing.
From informative workshops to gentle movement classes, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy creative drop-in spaces and HSC study breaks, too!
If you're seeking mental health info and support in the Georges River area, visit our Community Support Services Directory. Click on the "Health and Wellbeing" drop-down menu. You will find a wide range of resources tailored to your specific needs.
Move Your Body
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Mindful Movement: Mental Health Month Yoga at Kogarah Library
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 Join us at the library for a welcoming, beginner-friendly introduction to yoga.
These classes focus on gentle strengthening, stretching, and developing core strength to help prevent falls, as well as relaxation with Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Therapy to nurture both body and mind.
Where: Clive James Library and Service Centre - Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave Street, Kogarah.
When: Tuesday 6 October to Monday 2 November 2026.
Cost: Free.
Book Yoga at Kogarah Library
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Get Outside this October: Book a Council Tennis or Multi-Purpose Court!
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 Take some time to get your body and mind outside and moving. we have a court for you:
Open: Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 7:00pm
Cost: from $20.00 per hour.
Open: Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 10:00pm
Cost: from $46.00 per hour.
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Community Pavilion Wellness Showcase
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 Creative, recreational and wellbeing activities delivered by community organisations, including a community art demonstration, interactive drawing, movement and dance, and AFL. Refreshments available.
Where: Blackshaw Gould Community Pavilion and Hurstville Oval - 34 Dora St, Hurstville.
When: Wednesday 28 October 2026, 4:30pm - 8:30pm.
Cost: Free.
Book Community Pavilion Wellness Showcase
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Get Creative
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SOLD OUT - Get Crafty: Mindful Mark-Making
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 A hands-on workshop exploring mark-making as a creative self care practice. In this workshop we'll explore mark-making as a simple, accessible self care practice.
Working across a range of different art mediums, you'll discover what each one feels like in your hand, what kinds of marks feel satisfying, repetitive, soothing or surprising.
Where: Hurstville Library - Corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville.
When: Thursday 8 October, 5:30pm - 7:30pm and 3:00pm – 4:00pm.
Cost: $8.50
Join Waitlist - Mindful Mark-Making
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Creative Connections: Open Art Room
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Hurstville Museum & Gallery is opening the doors to our Art Room and inviting local creatives to bring their practice, make art and connect with others in the community. Each day will focus on a different creative practice, offering the chance to share ideas and enjoy creating together.
Where: Hurstville Museum & Gallery - 14 MacMahon Street, Hurstville.
When: Tuesday 13 October 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm - Painting.
Wednesday 14 October 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm - Mixed Media and Collage.
Thursday 15 October 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm - Textile Arts.
Friday 16 October 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm - Drawing and Illustration.
Saturday 17 October 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm - Printmaking.
Cost: Free.
Book a Creative Connections Session via our What's On webpage.
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Build Resilience
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Self Care Bingo and Books at Your Libraries
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 Taking small actions to support and tend to our self-care adds up!
During Mental Health Month in October, care for yourself by selecting one of our carefully curated self-care books to borrow and receive a self-care bingo card and lists of recommend books and programs available through your library that will support your mental health.
When:Thursday 1 October - Saturday 31 October 2026.
Where: All Georges River Libraries branches.
Cost: Free.
More Information on Self Care Bingo and Books at your Libraries.
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JobShift: Managing Stress and Burnout in Difficult Times with Psychologist Nicholas Fifield
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 Economic uncertainty, job insecurity, unemployment and increasing workloads can place significant pressure on individuals and families. When stress continues without enough opportunity for recovery, it can become difficult to switch off, maintain healthy routines or feel in control.
Join registered psychologist Nicholas Fifield for a practical and accessible workshop exploring how stress affects us and what we can do to respond effectively.
When: Saturday 3 October 2026, 11:00am - 12:00pm.
Where: Clive James Library, Kogarah.
Cost: Free.
Book JobShift: Managing Stress and Burnout in Difficult Times
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2026 Healthy Minds & Wellbeing Expo
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 Meet local organisations, discover valuable support services and resources, ask questions, and connect with people who share a passion for building healthier, more connected communities.
The Expo will bring together around 20 not-for-profit organisations working across the mental health and wellbeing sector.
Lunch will be provided.
When: Thursday 8 October, 10:30am - 2:30pm.
Where: Kogarah Park. 249 Princes Highway, Carlton.
Cost: Free.
Learn more on the Healthy Minds and Wellbeing Expo.
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Mental Health Month Author Talk: The Dopamine Brain with Anastasia Hronis
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 Why do some habits feel so hard to control, even when we “know better”?
In this author talk, clinical psychologist and addiction researcher Dr. Anastasia Hronis unpacks the neuroscience of dopamine. The brain chemical that drives our motivation, habits and reward-seeking behaviours.
This event is for ages 16 years and over.
When: Thursday 22 October, 6:00pm - 7:00pm.
Where: Clive James Library - Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave Street, Kogarah.
Cost: Free.
Book Author Talk with Anastasia Hronis
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Take a Break
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HSC Wellbeing with 3Bridges
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 Join Georges River Libraries and 3Bridges Youth Zone for an afternoon dedicated to supporting Year 12 students through the challenges of the HSC.
This free HSC Relief initiative offers a welcoming space to step away from the pressures of study, connect with other students, and recharge through engaging group activities.
When: Every Wednesday in October (4 sessions), 3:00pm - 5:00pm.
Where: Hurstville Library. Corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville.
Cost: Free.
More Information on HSC Wellbeing with 3Bridges.
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Visit our
What's On webpage to explore other events being held throughout October.
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