This year’s fundraising goal of $80,000 will support Vinnies programs, including Community Hubs, which provide advocacy and advice for those in need; Vinnies Conferences, which provide emergency relief and compassion to those doing it tough in our community; and Social Justice activities.

When: Friday 30 August to Saturday 31 August
Where: Western Sydney University, Parramatta South Campus (Rydalmere)​

The award winning Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival is back in 2019, bringing you a festival all about food, flowers and feeling good.

The 2019 Sydney Blossom Festival will be held across 9 days commencing on Saturday 17 August and continuing to Sunday 25 August 2019. 

Auburn Botanic Gardens open from 9am - 5pm.

There are different themes and entertainment for weekends and weekdays so be sure to pick a day that's best for you.

For further information, visit Cumberland City Councils website here.

Blacktown City Mayor Stephen Bali said; “It's really important that any artist whether you're a local established artist... or if you're an emerging artist... just jump on; it's an expression of interest, let us know that you're out there.”

Blacktown City Council has developed the Warrick Lane Public Art Plan and is calling for expressions of interest from artists to undertake public art projects within the Warrick Lane precinct.

For more information about how to express your interest, go to Blacktown City Councils website.

Sydney Wildlife is an organisation dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing sick, injured and orphaned native animals. In order to do this, they require more volunteers to care for Sydney's Wildlife, especially carers in Western Sydney, where more volunteers are required.

If this sounds like something you are interested in, why not have a look at attending Sydney Wildlife's next training session, held on the 10th and 11th August, from 8:30am to 4:30pm, in Londonderry. Following your training, you will become licensed by National Parks and Wildlife to care for the wildlife, and you will be fully insured. 

The cost of training covers the cost of equipment you will need.

Sydney Wildlife receive over 13, 000 calls for help each year, and they need your help to care for Sydney's Wildlife. If you're looking for more information, visit their website, email training@sydneywildlife.org.au or call 02 9413 4300.