Community Hub

A crowd of people walking down Eastern Avenue

Discover the people and organisations that help our community thrive. Meet local schools, community groups and volunteer organisations, learn about their programs, and find new ways to get involved.

Timing

Booking not required – drop in between 11 am–4 pm

Location

Accessibility

If you have any accessibility concerns, please contact the Alumni Office in advance and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Exhibitors

Darlington Public School

Darlington Public School will be treating festivalgoers to a scrumptious bake sale. Stop by to indulge your taste buds while supporting this local school community, with funds helping to support initiatives and opportunities for Darlington Public School students.

Glebe Public School

Glebe Public School Parents & Citizens Association will be hosting a community market stall featuring their iconic ‘Glebe’ t-shirts and a delicious bake sale. Stop by to support, with all funds supporting initiatives at Glebe Public School, one of the University of Sydney's closest neighbouring schools.

RFS Fire Truck

Meet your local firefighters and get up close to one of their fire trucks outside Fisher Library.

Learn how the NSW Rural Fire Service and the University of Sydney are partnering to develop innovative solutions that enhance emergency response capabilities and support communities across New South Wales.

Newtown Neighbourhood Centre

The Newtown Neighbourhood Centre team are sharing the important work they do in our community. Keep the kids entertained with some fun craft activities, while parents have a chat with friendly staff and volunteers to find out more about their local initiatives, services and programs.

City of Sydney Cycleways

Bring your bike in for a free tune up from our bike mechanics and chat with our bike experts.

Learn about our network of low traffic streets, cycleways, and shared paths. Sign up for a future cycling course: Cycling in the City, Bike Maintenance, Rusty Riders or a Guided Ride. Whether you are a beginner or a bike enthusiast discover what Sydney Cycleways has to offer.

Waste Education

Learn about how to reuse and recycle everyday household items. Visit the City of Sydney’s pop‑up stall to ask your questions and learn how to use our easy online search tool.

Plus, have old textiles you want to put to good use? Turn it into something new at our drop-in activity.

SUPRA

The SUPRA team are excited to support the Community Festival with an interactive stall, featuring a lucky draw, giveaways and welcome snacks. Come by and have a chat to learn how SUPRA brings the postgraduate community together.

Councillor Jess Miller made history in 2016 as the youngest person ever elected to the City of Sydney Council, aged just 26. Re-elected in 2024, she now serves her second term as Deputy Lord Mayor. Jess is passionate about building a sustainable, inclusive and vibrant Sydney, with a focus on climate action, accessible public spaces and opportunities for people at every stage of life. Her vision is for Sydney to remain Australia's leading global city, renowned for its liveability, innovation, fairness and sense of fun. Come along, share what you love about where you live, and let Jess know what could be even better.

Vinnies supports members of our community doing it tough. Drop by to learn about the services we offer and how you can volunteer – or join our Youth volunteers in a tie-dye workshop and take home your own brightly coloured creation!