Join the fun and learning by taking part! Free activities include cultural talks, environmental workshops, art therapy, fire safety seminars, family fun days, parenting workshops, mental health first aid, basket weaving, yoga, eco dying, and regular events like our free monthly community lunch and craft circle.
Read our report about the success of a recent project called The Hub.
At BANC we believe a successful community is one that supports the social, cultural, and creative life of its people.
To book, click here
Kids Bee Workshop – Explore the World of Native Bees!
Saturday 16 August |
10am–11am |
Blackheath Gardens & Bates Hall
Buzz into Science Week with a playful and hands-on kids’ workshop all about native bees!
Through songs, games, art and nature exploration, kids will discover how incredible our tiny pollinators really are.
Perfect for little nature lovers!
Bookings: https://forms.office.com/r/76aHKyGsdB or call us on 02 4787 7770
Bee-rilliant Bee Picnic & Musical!
Saturday 16 August |
12:30pm–2pm |
125 Wentworth St, Blackheath
It’s a buzzing good time for the whole family for Science Week! Bring a picnic lunch, spread out your rugs and cushions, and enjoy a fun indoor afternoon learning about bees with:
The Bee Band & Amelie Ecology singing songs!
Make some bee origami + fruit & veggie insects!
Bookings: https://forms.office.com/r/gDqCHGrkHW or call 02 4787 7770
The Hidden Language of Plants & Pollinators – A Free Talk For All Ages.
Thursday 14 August |
5:30pm–6:30pm |
Bates Hall, Blackheath
Ever wondered how bees and plants communicate?
Join Dr Amelie Vanderstock (Amelie Ecology) as she unpacks the secret language shared between flowers and their pollinators for Science Week!
Includes tea, coffee and cake, yum
All ages welcome – a great night out for curious minds.
Bookings: https://forms.office.com/r/7GvAyjBjDB or ring 02 4787 7770
BANC Community Lunch
The First Tuesday of every month (except January)
Meet others, enjoy a delicious lunch, have some fun
12:30 to 2pm – Bates Hall
Bookings essential, call 4787 7770
BANC Soup and Social Afternoon
There’s nothing like a steaming bowl of soup to chase away a Blue Mountains chill! Drop by every Monday and Wednesday from 1:30 pm and share a hearty, home‑made soup (veg‑friendly) and an easygoing chat. We ladle until the pot’s empty, so come early, bring a keep‑cup or container if you like, and settle in for good company.
Cost: Free—donations welcome!
Need more info? Call 02 4787 7770 or just swing by.
BANC’s Craft Circle
Gather- Connect- Craft
Come along to our Craft Circle with local crafter, Francie!
Bring a project you’re working on, or do something we provide and meet other crafters in an informal, social setting.
Held on the 3rd Tuesday (4pm-7pm), and the 2nd Saturday (1pm-4pm) of every month in the Bates Hall, Blackheath.
Click HERE to book
Proudly funded by the Department of Communities and Justice.
Tune in to BANC’s own radio show with your hosts, Murray Reid and Tad Breezee!
Hear what’s happening in the Blackheath area and listen to some tunes.
Thursdays 10am til 12pm on RBM 89.1FM
Person Centred Emergency Planning (PCEP)
Are you interested in learning how to plan for an emergency?
BANC offers one-on-one sessions in planning and preparing for an emergency on Wednesdays. You will create your plan with support from a trained facilitator, and take home a booklet with your plan mapped out.
Book your session with Cathy today! Click HERE
Borrow up to $2000 for:
Household items (fridge, washing machine, furniture and more)
Education fees and equipment
Laptops and technology
Car repairs and registration
Medical and dental costs
Borrow up to $3,000 for:
Bond and Rent in advance
Rates
If you have been impacted by a natural disaster
To enquire about a NILS loan and book an appt at the neighbourhood centre with Mary Mackillop Today contact 6331 2010
Energy Accounts Payment Assistance (EAPA)
Finding it hard to pay your electricity or gas bill due to short-term affordability issues or a crisis or emergency? BANC and Blackheath Vinnies has appointments available to apply for vouchers to help.
This NSW Government program offers payments to help individuals facing a short-term financial crisis or emergency, like:
- unexpected medical expenses
- a loss of income
- high energy bills
- family illness
- family crisis
- other unexpected expenses or bills.
Before seeking help
If you’re struggling to pay your energy bill, talk to your energy provider first. All energy retailers in NSW have programs to help customers in financial difficulty to manage their bills. If you can’t work it out with your provider, make an appointment for an EAPA assessment by calling us on 4787 7770 and let your provider know you have an upcoming EAPA assessment so they don’t disconnect you or add late fees to your account..
