Counterpoint Community Services

Counterpoint Community Services Counterpoint Community Services (formerly known as The Factory Community Centre INC)

Counterpoint Community Services (formerly known as The Factory Community Centre INC) is a small but effective, local, welfare organisation servicing the community of Redfern, Waterloo & surrounds since 1977. Counterpoint identifies with the local community, providing support, meeting space, advice and advocacy. Counterpoint is a public benevolent institution and registered charity

Counterpoint co

mmunity Services is made up by number of community programs and projects including

• The Factory community Centre in Waterloo
• Counterpoint Multicultural Centre (previously South Sydney Multicultural Neighbourhood Centre)
• Poets Corner Pre-school in Redfern
• Waterloo Recycling workshop Waterloo
• Cycle –Re-cycle Club Waterloo
• Redwater Community Markets Redfern
• Redfern Waterloo Housing Communities Programme (community development support)

Counterpoint Community Services is also home to other third party services at our Factory Base in Waterloo including:-

• JewishCare
• Spanish Community Care Association
• Welcome Amigos Club
• Columbian’s in Australia
• Barnardo’s (Yurungui Learning Centre)
• At Full potential – Psychology Outreach
• New horizons support group
• Redfern Waterloo Gambler Anonymous
• REDWatch
• Groundswell
• Redfern and Waterloo Neighbourhood Advisory Boards & Action groups

And many other partners

22/06/2026
We have free tickets to see the Sydney Male Choir " The Power of Song" coming up on 15th August from 2pm-4:30pm at Sydne...
11/06/2026

We have free tickets to see the Sydney Male Choir " The Power of Song" coming up on 15th August from 2pm-4:30pm at Sydney Town Hall for more details contact [email protected]

A big thank you to Penny and Michelle from Randwick TAFE, who are studying a Bachelor of Early Childhood and Education a...
04/06/2026

A big thank you to Penny and Michelle from Randwick TAFE, who are studying a Bachelor of Early Childhood and Education and have just completed their Professional Experience placement with our Factory team.

They jumped straight in on their second day, supporting our Volunteer Awards and taking the lead on creating decorations for National Hamburger Day.

We hope you enjoyed your time with us as much as we truly enjoyed having you!

We wrapped up our May activities by celebrating National Hamburger Day, which is always a huge hit. The event brought ev...
04/06/2026

We wrapped up our May activities by celebrating National Hamburger Day, which is always a huge hit. The event brought everyone together for a relaxed and fun atmosphere, with a BBQ-style setup serving a variety of hamburgers, including vegetarian options. Attendees had the chance to customise their burgers, enjoy refreshments, and connect with others in the community. It was a great way to finish off the month, with plenty of smiles, good food, and positive feedback from everyone involved.

🌟 Our June 2026 Newsletter is officially here! 🌟Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year? May was an absol...
02/06/2026

🌟 Our June 2026 Newsletter is officially here! 🌟

Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year? May was an absolute whirlwind of celebration—from our 20th Volunteer Awards and Pet Day to our Elvis Festival and the largest Community-Led Lunch!

Check out the full newsletter to see our team in action, celebrate our amazing community members, and find out what events are coming up next at Counterpoint. 👇

https://mailchi.mp/counterpointcs/counterpoints-may-2026-newsletter-18135762?e=dfea4d26c4

Congratulations City of Sydney RSPCA NSW and the Cat Protection Society NSW on another fantastic Redfern Waterloo Pet da...
02/06/2026

Congratulations City of Sydney RSPCA NSW and the Cat Protection Society NSW on another fantastic Redfern Waterloo Pet day event which we are proud to partner with!

During the four hours, more than 700 residents attended with 347 companion animals, including 236 dogs, 106 cats, and 5 rabbits. All pets received free veterinary health checks.

This much-loved event would not be possible without the support of over 100 veterinarians, veterinary students, and volunteers from the valued event partners.

Address

67 Raglan Street
Waterloo, NSW
2017

Opening Hours

Monday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Tuesday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Wednesday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Thursday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+61296989569

Website

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