News & Updates

15 December 2023

Message from the Mayor

The Good Exhibition

The Good Exhibition launched at the Granville Centre Art Gallery as part of a series of after-hours art and cultural programs called ‘Granville Nights’. It features family-friendly art workshops and is curated by Anna Louise Richardson. ‘The Good’ is a solo exhibition that explores ideas of intergenerational exchange, parenthood and identity, pointing to the necessary act of radical optimism needed to seek goodness in all things. The exhibition features live music, art workshops, book sales, food and more. Granville Nights will return on Friday 19th January and Friday 2nd February 2024. For more information, visit www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/event/granville-nights

This initiative is proudly supported by the NSW Government through the Culture Up Late Western Sydney program.

Annual SASS Network Breakfast

Thank you to Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School for inviting me to your annual School Administrative and Support Staff (SASS) networking breakfast at The Holroyd Centre. The event brought together 16 schools from across a number of networks to celebrate the hard work of staff who are the backbone of the school community. It was great to hear about the achievements you have made this year and I look forward to working with you all in 2024.

Merrylands Civic Square Christmas Night Markets

Council will be hosting the Christmas Night Markets at Merrylands Civic Square this Friday 15 December from 5pm to 9pm. I encourage everyone to come join the fun and browse through the market stalls. Activities will include face painting, Santa photos, live music from the Holroyd Brass

Band and Kiss the Frog featuring Antoine and meet the range of roving characters including unicycling fairies, a snow princess, a toy solider and roller-skating Christmas candy canes. For more information, visit

www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/christmas-markets

Merry Christmas from Cumberland Council

Christmas is around the corner, and it has been exciting to see all the festive decorations and community events that have been taking place in Cumberland. Christmas is the time where millions of people around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus, which happened more than 2,000 years ago in a town called Bethlehem. That birth continues to signify a promise of harmony and peace that resonates for all of us. Regardless of our faith or beliefs we can all share in the spirit of Christmas, knowing that in Cumberland there is a place for everyone, where we celebrate both our shared culture and the wealth we gain through our diversity. May the New Year be filled with cherished moments with your loved ones, new beginnings, prosperity and happiness. Stay safe over the holidays and I look forward to seeing you all in 2024.

Mayor Lisa Lake

What's On: December

Council is bringing a LEGO extravaganza to a Community Centre near you!

Children aged 4-12 years can enter the draw for the chance to win a special Golden Ticket to attend the upcoming LEGO Roadshow and receive a LEGO gift that they can enjoy over the holidays.

To enter, simply submit an online entry form and tell us what you love most about living in Cumberland City!

Entries close: Wednesday 20 December 2023.

Enter now, or find out more information by visiting our website.

Social Inclusion Customer Christmas Party

Customers of Council's Seniors and Disability Services are invited to attend a Christmas celebration.

Attendees will be treated to a 3 course lunch, live music, games and prizes. Transport to and from the event is also available.

When: Thursday 21 December, 10am – 2pm

Where: Carnarvon Golf Club, 65-95 Nottinghill Road, Lidcombe

For more information or to book, call (02) 8757 9031.

Christmas Movie at the Library

If you're looking for something festive to do this Christmas, then come and join us for a movie at a library near you!

The film follows the story of a human who was raised by elves that discovers that his real father is on Santa’s naughty list!

Sessions are for children 5 years and over. All children must always be accompanied by an adult.

For all sessions times or to book, visit our website.

Your Rates at Work - Lidcombe Oval

Council has recently completed seasonal renovations at Lidcombe Oval, where scarifying, aerating, fertilising and top dressing of the field was laid.

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

Australia Day 2024

Save the date!

Celebrate our diverse community at Cumberland City Council’s Australia Day event on Friday 26 January, 6pm to 9pm at Holroyd Gardens.

There will be a line-up of live music on stage including Mitch Tambo, grab a bite to eat from the variety of food trucks, try your hand at the outdoor games, visit the Bluey and Bingo Zone and get front row seats to the spectacular fireworks display!

For more information visit our website.

Cumberland Youth Survey

Are you aged 12-25 years and live in Cumberland?

If so, have your say on what activities and programs you would love to see in your local area, and go into a draw for a chance to win a $100 Rebel Sports gift card.

Entries close Wednesday 28 February 2024.

For more information visit our website.

Cumberland Community Pantries

Give what you can. Take what you need!

To help drive donations for the pantries, Council is now accepting donations at all upcoming community events.

Come and find us at our Australia Day community event on Friday 26 January, 6pm to 9pm at Holroyd Gardens, if you wish to donate or to find out more on how you can help someone in need.

Alternatively, the Cumberland Community Pantries are open at the Wentworthville Community Centre on Mondays from 10am to 12noon and at the Auburn Centre for Community on Tuesdays from 10am to 12noon. Donations can be made directly to the pantries during operating hours or during normal business hours at either of Council’s Customer Service Centres at Merrylands or Auburn.

Please note - both the Auburn and Wentworthville Pantries will be closed from 20 December 2023 to 15 January 2024, over the holiday season. If you need any extra assistance during this time, AskIzzy, a platform that connects those in need with services for housing, money help, family violence support, counselling and more, is available 24/7. Visit askizzy.org.a u to find out more.

To learn more about the Community Pantry and what you can donate, visit our website.

Drivers are being urged to think smart, stay safe and slow down while driving in and around Cumberland, especially during the festive season.

If you are travelling just a couple of kilometres per hour over the speed limit, the risk of injuring someone increases dramatically.

We all need to do our part to keep motorists and pedestrians safe.

For more information, visit our website.

Council has launched the ‘Cooling Cumberland – Beat the Heat’ initiative to help the community stay cool and safe during extreme heat events this summer.

There will be a range of services and facilities open to residents including pop-up splash parks which will be located around Cumberland throughout January and extended operating hours of our Swim Centres, Community Centres and Libraries to provide a place of refuge during the heat.

For more information, visit our website.

Have Your Say

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

Cumberland Sports Portal

Did you know that Council has a Sports Portal where you can get updates on everything sports related? On the Cumberland Sports Portal, you can stay up to date on sports news, information and events in Cumberland City.

For more information, visit https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/cumberland-sports-clubs

Draft Coleman Park Landscape Masterplan

Council is seeking community feedback on the Draft Landscape Masterplan to guide the future of Coleman Park, Berala.

Submit your feedback by Friday 15 December.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/coleman-park

Expressions of Interest – Merrylands Childcare Centre Lease Opportunity

Council is seeking offers from accredited and experienced childcare providers to commence

operations in the “former Banksia Babes Childcare Centre” located at 27 Monitor Road, Merrylands NSW 2160.

Submissions close: Wednesday 17 January 2024.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/merrylands-childcare-lease-eoi

Linnwood Estate Guildford - Proposed Grant of Licence

Council is inviting the community to comment on the Linnwood Estate Guildford Proposed Grant of Licence. The proposal seeks to grant Sunnyfield (ACN 000 415 127) a 12-month licence agreement for the land identified as part Lot 1 in DP 169485 also known as the Linnwood Estate (Byron Road, Guildford) for the purpose of providing support services to the community.

Submit Your feedback by Monday 22 January 2024.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/linnwood-estate-licence