Events
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Waverley Art Prize
Date Date:4 Jul 2026- 23 Aug 2026TimeTime: 10am - 5pmAddressBondi PavilionSince 1986, the Waverley Art Prize has celebrated excellence in painting and drawing, supporting artists and delighting audiences.
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Waverley Art Prize: 40 Years
Date Date:6 Aug 2026- 2 Sep 2026TimeTime: -AddressWaverley Library GalleryCelebrating 40 years of the Waverley Art Prize, this vibrant exhibition brings together a selection of winning works from one of New South Wales’ most long-standing art prizes.
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National Science Week 2026
Date Date:15 Aug 2026- 23 Aug 2026TimeTime: -AddressWaverley Library and Thomas Hogan Reserve -
The Body Project
Date Date:21 Aug 2026- 23 Aug 2026TimeTime: 10am - 2pmAddressMuses Space, 219A Bondi Road, Bondi -
The Big Brick Build @ Waverley Library
Date Date:23 Aug 2026- 23 Aug 2026TimeTime: 10am - 4pmAddressWaverley LibraryTo celebrate science week, children and families are invited to explore creativity, STEAM learning and collaborative play through self-led LEGO & Giant-Brick Building Activities.
Enjoy our giant-block building & new LEGO wall afterschool and on the weekend, in celebration of Science Week.
Registration is not required for this event.
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Board at the Library Sunday Sessions!
Date Date:23 Aug 2026 (Every week on Sunday, until Aug 30, 2026)- 23 Aug 2026TimeTime: 10am - 4pmAddressWaverley LibraryLooking for fun indoor games this Winter? Head to the library to escape the cold every Sunday in July and August with a huge range of tabletop gaming to play. Meet fellow gamers and get competitive or work together for a glorious victory. Total newbies and seasoned players are all welcome to attend this relaxed and fun session.
Games will be provided for all ages. This event will not be facilitated by staff, parents/carers must stay with children for the duration of the event.
The session will run all day from 10am - 4pm drop in anytime between these hours.
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Weekend Story Time Fun (For 3-5 Years)
Date Date:23 Aug 2026 (Every week on Sunday, until Dec 14, 2026)- 23 Aug 2026TimeTime: 11am - 11:30amAddressWaverley LibraryStory Time Fun will capture the imaginations of toddlers and pre-schoolers with stories, rhymes, and craft.
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Barre Basics - Community Fitness
Date Date:24 Aug 2026 (Every week on Monday, until further notice)- 24 Aug 2026TimeTime: 9:30am - 10:30amAddressSchool of Arts HallWaverley Council is partnering with Body by Berner to bring you an exciting new barre fitness class that's fun, energising and open to all levels.
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Monday Book Babies @ the Library for 0-2 years
Date Date:24 Aug 2026 (Every week on Monday, until Sept 21, 2026)- 24 Aug 2026TimeTime: 9:30am - 10amAddressWaverley LibraryBook Babies introduces your babes in arms to the magic and joy of stories and rhymes.
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Pilates - Active Seniors
Date Date:24 Aug 2026 (Every week on Monday, until further notice)- 24 Aug 2026TimeTime: 9:30am - 10:30amAddressMargaret Whitlam Recreation Centre - Community RoomPilates is a low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen and stretch the whole body with particular emphasis on postural alignment, core conditioning and breathing.
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Monday Rocking Rhyme Time @ the Library for 2-4 years
Date Date:24 Aug 2026 (Every week on Monday, until Sept 21, 2026)- 24 Aug 2026TimeTime: 10:15am - 10:45amAddressWaverley LibraryRocking Rhyme Time is a high energy morning of dancing, music, rhymes and stories.
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Monday Story Time Fun @ the Library for 3-5 years
Date Date:24 Aug 2026 (Every week on Monday, until Sept 21, 2026)- 24 Aug 2026TimeTime: 11am - 11:30amAddressWaverley LibraryStory Time Fun will capture the imaginations of toddlers and pre-schoolers with stories, rhymes and craft.
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Tai Chi - Active Seniors
Date Date:24 Aug 2026 (Every week on Monday, until further notice)- 24 Aug 2026TimeTime: 11:30am - 12:30pmAddressMargaret Whitlam Recreation Centre - Community RoomTai chi is a low impact exercise class that offers huge health benefits. Our experienced instructor from Dragon & Phoenix Tai Chi welcomes students of all abilities.
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Boxercise Fitness - Community Fitness
Date Date:24 Aug 2026 (Every week on Monday, until further notice)- 24 Aug 2026TimeTime: 1pm - 2pmAddressCommunity Room, Margaret Whitlam Recreation CentreWaverley Council is partnering with Bondi Boxing Gym to bring you an exciting, high energy cardio workout inspired by boxing training.
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Tuesday Book Babies @ the Library for 0-2 years
Date Date:25 Aug 2026 (Every week on Tuesday, until Sept 22, 2026)- 25 Aug 2026TimeTime: 9:30am - 10amAddressWaverley LibraryBook Babies introduces your babes in arms to the magic and joy of stories and rhymes.
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Tuesday Rocking Rhyme Time @ the Library for 2-4 years
Date Date:25 Aug 2026 (Every week on Tuesday, until Sept 22, 2026)- 25 Aug 2026TimeTime: 10:15am - 10:45amAddressWaverley LibraryRocking Rhyme Time is a high energy morning of dancing, music, rhymes and stories.
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Tuesday Story Time Fun @ the Library for 3-5 years
Date Date:25 Aug 2026 (Every week on Tuesday, until Sept 22, 2026)- 25 Aug 2026TimeTime: 11am - 11:30amAddressWaverley LibraryStory Time Fun will capture the imaginations of toddlers and pre-schoolers with stories, rhymes and craft.
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Pilates - Active Seniors
Date Date:26 Aug 2026 (Every week on Wednesday, until further notice)- 26 Aug 2026TimeTime: 9:30am - 10:30amAddressMargaret Whitlam Recreation Centre - Community RoomPilates is a low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen and stretch the whole body with particular emphasis on postural alignment, core conditioning and breathing.
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Baby Sensory and Play @ Waverley Library
Date Date:26 Aug 2026- 26 Aug 2026TimeTime: 10am - 10:30amAddressWaverley LIbraryJoin us at Baby Sensory & Play which brings together stories, songs, movement and gentle play, with a focus on early development.
Babies will explore a range of sensory experiences including tactile play, visual stimulation, and music, all in a calm and welcoming environment. We'll take time to celebrate milestones and support connection between caregivers and their babies.
The session will finish with free play, giving families a chance to meet and connect with each other.
To ensure the safety of all participants, this session is designed for pre-walkers, aged 0-10 months.
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Strength & Stretch Circuit - Community Fitness
Date Date:26 Aug 2026 (Every week on Wednesday, until further notice)- 26 Aug 2026TimeTime: 12pm - 1pmAddressHigh Tide Room, Bondi PavilionWe created Strength and Stretch to support beginners to build strength with confidence, to support the life they want to live.
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Sketchflash at Waverley Library
Date Date:26 Aug 2026 (Every week on Wednesday, until Sept 23, 2026)- 26 Aug 2026TimeTime: 2:30pm - 4:30pmAddressWaverley LibraryJoin us for a series of informal drawing sessions based in and around Waverley Library. Practice mindful sketching techniques with other amateur creatives in the community and discover gesture, mark making and observational skills.
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Grief, Loss and Bereavement: Understanding and Supporting the Experience of Loss
Date Date:26 Aug 2026- 26 Aug 2026TimeTime: 6:30pm - 7:30pmAddressWaverley LibraryGrief is a universal yet deeply personal experience that touches us all. In this informative session, we will explore the nature of grief and loss, along with the emotional, physical, and psychological impacts of bereavement.
This presentation offers insight into common experiences of grief, as well as practical guidance and strategies to support yourself and others through loss. It is suitable for anyone wanting to better understand and navigate grief in everyday life.
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North Bondi Precinct Meeting
Date Date:26 Aug 2026- 26 Aug 2026TimeTime: 7pm - 9pmAddressThis meeting will be held online via Zoom.Do you live in North Bondi Precinct?
Come along to your local precinct meeting and have a say about issues affecting your neighbourhood.
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Yoga - Active Seniors
Date Date:27 Aug 2026 (Every week on Thursday, until further notice)- 27 Aug 2026TimeTime: 9:15am - 10:15amAddressMargaret Whitlam Recreation Centre - Community RoomYoga has been proven to improve sleeping habits, offset aged weight gain, improve mood and reduce anxiety.
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Thursday Book Babies @ the Library for 0-2 years
Date Date:27 Aug 2026 (Every week on Thursday, until Sept 24, 2026)- 27 Aug 2026TimeTime: 9:30am - 10amAddressWaverley LibraryBook Babies introduces your babes in arms to the magic and joy of stories and rhymes
School Holiday Programs

Waverley Council offers a diverse program with the aim of catering for an array of interests, and ages.
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