News & Updates

18 July 2024

Message from the Mayor

2024 King’s Birthday Honours List

I would like to congratulate three recipients of the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division on the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours List. Congratulations to Jonathan Scott Gleeson of Lidcombe, who was awarded for service to Martial Arts, Marie-Louise Marisa Previtera of Greystanes, who was awarded for service to the Maltese community of NSW and Maria Jeanette McConville who was awarded for service to athletics. Council will be organising a Mayoral reception to congratulate the recipients later in the year. I recently attended a Cultural Event in Parramatta held by the Uttarakhandi Association of Sydney. The evening was a memorable celebration of Uttarakhandi culture and heritage and was lively with traditional folk music, dancing, traditional attire and paintings that tie back to the homeland of Uttarakhand in Northern India. The Uttarakhandi Association of Sydney serves as a cultural bridge, uniting individuals with the common thread of Uttarakhandi heritage.

ADSI 2024 Refugee Celebration Dinner

The Accessible Diversity Services Initiative Limited (ADSI) celebrated Refugee Week with a lovely event in Guildford. The night was filled with celebrations, entertainment, fun and culture, and showcased the talents of our local refugees and recognised their contributions to our community. Thank you to ADSI for a great event and for supporting migrants and refugees in Cumberland for the past 28 years.

Sudanese Cultural Day Celebration & Launch of SAHWA

The Sudanese Australian Health and Wellbeing Association (SAHWA) and the Western Sydney Local Health District recently held the Sudanese Cultural Day Celebration. SAHWA presented their work plan for July 2024 to June 2025, which aims to improve the health and wellbeing of Sudanese Australians and provide an opportunity for the community to support each other and improve social isolation. SAHWA works to improve health outcomes, including issues facing the Sudanese community, particularly women and young people, residing in Cumberland.

Mayor Lisa Lake

What's On: July and August

Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival!

Join us at the Auburn Botanic Gardens to celebrate Hello Kitty’s 50th birthday and experience a slice of Japan.

Enjoy the Japanese Food Village, cultural performances, Ikebana and Manga and origami workshops.

Don’t miss capturing the perfect 'cherry snap' at the Cherry Arbour and Mt Fuji Torii Gate.

Domestic and Family Violence Information Forum

Cumberland City Council is proud to host the Domestic and Family Violence Information Forum 2024!

Join us on Thursday 8 August from 9:30am to 3:30pm at the Holroyd Centre for a day dedicated to enhancing community engagement practices and addressing crucial issues in the sector.

The forum will feature keynote speakers and panel discussions.

It's a collaboration of key stakeholders including government and community organisations to discuss, share and engage in issues facing the sector now and into the future.

For more information or to register for this event, visit our website.

Your Rates at Work - Playground Upgrade

Council has completed a full playground upgrade to Dudley Reserve in Lidcombe. As part of the project, new play equipment with a softfall surface and seating were installed.

Let us know of any issues in your area by using the Snap Send Solve mobile app which can be found on Council's website

Employment Expo

Attention newly arrived residents with working rights!

Join us for an Employment Expo on Tuesday 13 August from 10am to 2pm at the Granville Centre.

This is your chance to connect directly with local employers and recruiters, explore diverse career options and gain valuable insights into various organisations.

This expo is ideal for individuals at all stages of their career journey.

For more information, contact Fatima Hakeem on 8757 9107 or contact Fatima Hakeem here.

Registrations are essential as spots are limited.

Summer Sports EOI

The new Summer sports season for 2024/2025 will commence on Saturday 14 September 2024 until Sunday 23 March 2025.

Cumberland Council is now seeking Expressions of Interest from sporting clubs for the upcoming season.

Application deadline: Monday 29 July 2024.

To register and stay updated on all sporting news, information and events, visit the Cumberland Sports Clubs Portal

School Holiday Activities

Looking for something fun and enriching to do these school holidays? Look no further!

We are thrilled to invite all young people to sign up for a fantastic range of FREE workshops, classes, and sports programs.

From creative arts to sports activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy and learn.

Date: Monday 8 July to Monday 22 July

Location: Various venues across Cumberland

For more information and to register, please visit our website

Youth Hub Initiative

Council's Youth Hub runs on the first and third Thursday of the month to help empower and support youth in Cumberland at Merrylands Library from 2pm to 5:30pm.

The hub is a go-to destination for young people aged 12-25, providing important resources and assistance with health, employment, counselling, housing, educational services and more.

For more information about Cumberland City Council's Youth Hub, visit our website

Community Grants Program Round 1

Round 1 of the Cumberland Community Grants Program is currently open and closes on Thursday 15 August. The program aims to foster social, cultural, economic and environmental growth in the community.

Who Can Apply for a Community Grant?

We have three funding streams that cater to:

Non-profit organisations that deliver services within Cumberland
Community groups with a focus on social, cultural, economic or environmental initiatives
Incorporated Parents & Citizens Associations (P&C) for projects that benefit the broader community
Individuals who are able to demonstrate a community benefit.

Advisory Sessions will be available on the following days:

Wednesday 24 July, 10am - 2pm at Auburn Library
Thursday 1 August, 10am - 2pm at Merrylands Library
Wednesday 7 August, 10am - 2pm at Wentworthville Library

Stay tuned for more rounds in October 2024 and March 2025!

For details and application guidelines, visit our website

Young Writer's Award

Cumberland City Council Libraries in partnership with the Library Advisory Committee are thrilled to announce the annual Cumberland Young Writers Award 2024!

The competition is open to students aged 8 to 18 years who live in Cumberland, attend a school in Cumberland or are members of the Library Service.

Entries close on Monday 22 July.

Categories:

8 to 11 years old
12 to 14 years old
15 to 18 years old

Works can be short stories (max 500 words), poetry (max 30 lines) and graphic short stories (max 10 pages).

Each age group will be provided with one inspirational image to base their work on. Four finalists will be chosen in each age group.

For more details, or to read the conditions of Entry Form or to book your spot, visit our website

Children's Clothing and Toy Swap

Pack up your unwanted children’s items and don’t let good things go to waste!

Join us on Thursday 15 August at Cumberland Council’s FREE Children’s Clothing and Toy Swap.

Where: Merrylands Customer Service Centre – Committee Rooms Wali and Buru

Time: 9:30am to 11am

Parents and carers of children aged 0 to 5 years can bring along up to 10 items to give away and swap them for new treasures. All clothes must be in good, wearable condition and washed. Items that do not fit the criteria may not be accepted.

All toys should be clean and in working order. Unclean or broken items will not be accepted. Please note, items should be suitable for children under 5 years old.

Any items that remain will be donated to a local charity.

Places are limited, so be sure to register via this link.

More dates to come in November and February and May 2025.

Battery Safety

Don’t let your battery waste spark danger!

Throwing away batteries in your bin is a fire risk and harmful to both people and the environment.

Cumberland City Council is on a mission to keep our community safe and environmentally friendly.

Book a service with the Mobile Community Recycling Service (MCRS) here to responsibly dispose of your battery waste to prevent hazardous fires during waste collection and processing.

For more information, visit our website

Have Your Say

We want to hear your thoughts on projects happening in Cumberland City:

Yulunga Reserve Upgrade Pendle Hill

Council has prepared a draft concept plan for Yulunga Reserve in Pendle Hill, and we want your feedback. The proposal includes upgrades to the existing playground with a range of new equipment to provide a range of play opportunities for all. Other proposed features include new park fencing along Goodall Street, new park furniture for more seating, planting and new surface treatments.

Exhibition period closes: 6pm Monday 22 July.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/yulunga-reserve-park-upgrade

Joyce Street Park Upgrade Pendle Hill

Council values the opinions and suggestions of the community and would appreciate your thoughts on the proposed upgrade of Joyce Street Park in Pendle Hill. The proposed upgrades will include features such as improved seating, pavement, landscaped areas, a bubbler and smart city integration. A realignment of the pedestrian crossing is proposed to connect the park and the station; and will be subject to further design and traffic committee approvals.

Exhibition period closes: 6pm, Monday 22 July.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/joyce-street-park-upgrade

Merrylands Civic Square Art Installation

Have your say on the new artwork installation in Merrylands Civic Square. The installation honours the past and ongoing contribution of notable and inspiring local women. Cumberland City Council seeks to share the stories of Merrylands' past women of influence by telling their stories. The art installation will both complement and enhance the existing artworks to foster a sense of community and belonging, which will help encourage current and future generations to see a place for themselves in Cumberland's community.

Submissions close: 5pm, Friday 26 July.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/merrylands-civic-square-art-installation

Library Satisfaction Survey 2024

Council maintains a network of eight libraries with a wide range of resources available for all ages. We are committed to providing great customer service and would like to know how well we are doing with our existing services. To help us improve our services in the future and better assist you with your needs, please participate in the short online survey on our current library services.

Submissions close: Sunday 27 July.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/library-satisfaction-survey-2024

Risk Management Policy

The Draft Risk Management Policy outlines Council’s commitment to implementing organisation-wide risk management principles, systems and processes that support the consistent, efficient, and effective assessment of risk in Council’s planning, decision-making and operational processes.

During the community consultation period, residents are encouraged to submit their comments on the Draft Policy.

Submissions close: 5pm, Thursday 1 August.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/risk-management-policy-2024

7 Hyland Road Greystanes Proposed Granting of Carparking Licence and Lease Agreement

Council would appreciate your input on the proposed Car Parking Licence Agreement and Lease Agreement for 7 Hyland Road, Greystanes. During this community consultation period, residents are encouraged to view or download a copy of the proposed lease area of the survey plan from the document library via the link below.

Submissions close: 5pm, Friday 9 August.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/7-hyland-road-greystanes-carpark