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Upcoming Courses & Activities

Explore our diverse range of Karitane events and activities designed to support every stage of parenting. From live webinars on sleep, nutrition, and toddler tantrums to interactive playgroups and community connect sessions, our programs provide expert advice and practical strategies to help you and your family thrive.

26 Nov
In Person

Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Ambarvale)

November 26 2025 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Ambarvale Safe Haven
80 Woodhouse Drive, Ambarvale, NSW, 2560
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Ambarvale)
26 Nov
In Person

Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Miller)

November 26 2025 , 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Mission Australia Miller
Lot 14, 88 Shropshire Street, Miller, NSW, 2168
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Miller)
01 Dec
In Person

Village Connect - Camden Walk, Talk and Connect

December 1 2025 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Nepean River Trail, Camden
42 Exeter St, Camden, NSW, 2570
Meet at Nepean River Trail and enjoy connecting with other parents. Bring the kids and let's get social. If it rains, we drink coffee instead!
Village Connect - Camden Walk, Talk and Connect
02 Dec
In Person

Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Tahmoor)

December 2 2025 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Community Links Tahmoor
6 Harper Close, Tahmoor, NSW, 2573
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Tahmoor)
03 Dec
In Person

Centrelink Drop in Days - Village Connect

December 3 2025 , 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Karitane Campbelltown Queen St
1/300 Queen Street, Campbelltown, NSW, 2560
First Wednesday of the month, a Centrelink representative will be available to discuss concerns or payment needs/entitlements. Book 30-minute sessions in person, over the phone, or via video link.
Centrelink Drop in Days - Village Connect
03 Dec
In Person

Village Connect Little Possums - (Miller) Aboriginal Supported Playgroup

December 3 2025 , 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Mission Australia Miller
Lot 14, 88 Shropshire Street, Miller, NSW, 2168
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Little Possums - (Miller) Aboriginal Supported Playgroup
03 Dec
In Person

Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Ambarvale)

December 3 2025 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Ambarvale Safe Haven
80 Woodhouse Drive, Ambarvale, NSW, 2560
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Ambarvale)
03 Dec
In Person

Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Miller)

December 3 2025 , 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Mission Australia Miller
Lot 14, 88 Shropshire Street, Miller, NSW, 2168
Village Connect and Karitane run multiple playgroups across SouthWest Sydney. Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
Village Connect Young Parents Playgroup (Miller)
04 Dec
Online

Sleep Tips For Babies and Toddlers Webinar

December 4 2025 , 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Getting enough sleep is very important for everyone in the family. Join us for this webinar where we'll discuss the principles, strategies and top tips for helping your baby enjoy more sleep.
Sleep Tips For Babies and Toddlers Webinar
04 Dec
Online

Starting Solids Webinar

December 4 2025 , 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Starting solids can be an exciting time for parents and babies. It may also bring some uncertainty for many parents.
Starting Solids Webinar
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Toddler Behaviour

Toddlers

Parenting a toddler is full of big emotions, boundless energy and rapid growth — and it can be overwhelming at times. That’s why Karitane offers a range of free, expert-led events to help guide you through this stage. Whether you're navigating sleep struggles, setting boundaries, or understanding toddler behaviour, our events are designed to support,...
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A sleeping baby boy

Sleep and Settling

Sleep is the number 1 topic we are asked about, join us for our most popular webinar for tips and strategies for sleep for babies to toddlers.
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Messy Baby Girl Eating By Her Self

Nutrition

Whether you're at the beginning of your journey and Starting Solids, or currently working through fussy eating behaviours our Nutrition webinars are here to help. All webinars are delivered live by an Accredited Practising Dietitian or Child and Family Health Nurse. Each webinar runs for 20-30mins with additional time to answer any questions you have.
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Being A Parent Sessions Taree

Being A Parent

Being a Parent is a free, 8-week, parent-led course supporting you to build your parenting toolkit and empowers you to play a more active role in your community, by forming connections with other parents, while enhancing your parenting skills and confidence.
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Brining Up Great Kids

Bringing Up Great Kids

Bringing Up Great Kids is a free, 6-week, course where you’ll learn to improve interactions with your child, fostering respect, and boosting their confidence.
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Family Coaching

Circle of Security

Circle of Security is a FREE, 8-week, course offering you tools to develop and maintain strong bonds with your child, so they feel secure and your relationship thrives.
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Family Partnership Model: Facilitator Training Workshop

Family Partnership Model

The Family Partnership Model (FPM) Foundation Training is a core professional development course for those working with children and families. Grounded in evidence and over two decades of research, this advanced communication training equips practitioners with the knowledge and skills to engage families in a genuine, collaborative and effective way. Whether you're in health, education...
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Village Connect Walk And Talk Young Parents Picton

Let's Walk Talk & Connect

Meet at Picton Gardens and enjoy connecting with other parents. Bring the kids and let's get social.
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Love Bites Family Violence Program

Love Bites

Join our FREE 2-day training for young people to learn about early warning signs of relationship violence and explore safe, respectful relationships. Childcare & lunch provided.
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Karitane Parents and their babies

Parents

Explore our diverse range of Karitane events and activities designed to support every stage of parenting. From live webinars on sleep, nutrition, and toddler tantrums to interactive playgroups and community connect sessions, our programs provide expert advice and practical strategies to help you and your family thrive.
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Karitane Supported Playgroups

Playgroups

Our goal is to support parents to meet other young parents whilst providing access to nurses, educators, OT and Speech Pathologists, Key Workers and more. All our playgroups are fun, relaxed and drop in (so you don’t have to commit to every week).
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Karitane Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Training

Professionals

For health care professionals — including nurses, psychologists, childcare workers, nannies, and more — Karitane delivers industry-leading professional development and training. Our offerings include Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Family Partnership Training, and specialised workshops on sleep and settling, brain development, and toddler behaviour. Whether you're a parent seeking guidance or a professional advancing your skills,...
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Karitane Village Connect For Young Parents

Village Connect

Support activities for parents aged 25 and under who are pregnant or have a child in Southwest Sydney. Through parent education, group programs and individual support, we aim to build your confidence and equip you with the skills to connect with and nurture your child.
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Parent Webinars and Online Consultations

Webinars

We offer our popular parenting webinars online regularly. Webinars are FREE to join, just choose a topic important to you and join other parents as our expert child and family health nurse provides tips and strategies.
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