Our Story

Community

Care Since

1972

Established in 1972, Canterbury City Community Centre, a not for profit organisation serves Canterbury Bankstown and Inner West Local Government Areas.

Originating from a public meeting led by then Canterbury City Council Mayor Colin Williams on the 29 June 1972, it was initially known as Canterbury Community Aid Bureau.

By 1986, it settled at 130 Railway Parade, Lakemba. Renamed Canterbury City Community Centre in 1996, it’s affectionately known as the 4Cs, providing inclusive and reliable services.

Established in 1972, Canterbury City Community Centre, a not for profit organisation serves Canterbury Bankstown and Inner West Local Government Areas.

Originating from a public meeting led by then Canterbury City Council Mayor Colin Williams on the 29 June 1972, it was initially known as Canterbury Community Aid Bureau.

By 1986, it settled at 130 Railway Parade, Lakemba. Renamed Canterbury City Community Centre in 1996, it’s affectionately known as the 4Cs, providing inclusive and reliable services.

50 Years Video

4cs has been serving the Community for over 50 years. Watch our 50th video to learn more about our services, programs and continued commitment to the well being of our community.

Community Treasure:

Terry Doolan

Terry, is a true community treasure. A long time Lakemba resident and one of the 4Cs’ earliest board members, she played a pivotal role in the centre’s early growth, and never forgot the locals and volunteers who kept it thriving. With just a $5,000 grant, she established the first funded social support group – proof that “from little things, big things grow.”

When asked what she loved most about her time at the 4Cs, Terry said, “I just loved going there, the people were so nice and the workers always so good to everyone.”

Her story reflects a deep and enduring connection with the 4Cs, spanning from leadership roles to later receiving support in her Lakemba home. Terry’s generosity, optimism and countless hours of service have left a lasting legacy, truly making her a community treasure.