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Cumberland Council E-news 19 August 2016
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Creating a vision for the future
The newly formed Cumberland Council wants to build a clear vision for
 the future of our community, based on the ideas and aspirations of our community members.
We are seeking your input to develop a new Community Strategic Plan for Cumberland's future. We want to give all residents the opportunity to participate in the planning process, and have a say in decisions that affect the community.
Council's invites you to attend Inclusive Cumberland Future Forums on:
Tuesday 13 September, 6pm - 8pm
Thursday 22 September, 10am - midday
Wednesday 28 September, midday - 2pm
For more information or to register by phone, call 9735 1246. Interpreters can be provided in some community languages upon request.
There are lots of great initiatives happening in our community, from cultural events like the
Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival at the Auburn Botanic Gardens over the next two weekends on August 20-21 and 27-28, to family fun at
PetFest at Holroyd Gardens on Sunday 11 September and the popular
Cumberland Annual Garden Awards - a great community event that showcases our best gardens. Entries for the Garden Awards close Friday 2 September and judging will take place between Monday 19 September and Friday 23 September.
Malcolm Ryan
General Manager, Cumberland Council
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Auburn Park and Bardo Park Upgrades
Work will begin on major upgrades to Auburn Park and Bardo Park next month. The upgrades will involve the construction of new park amenities, playground, solar lighting, shade structures, BBQs, footpaths, park furniture and landscaping. The objective of the project is to deliver a high quality public space for the Cumberland community.
Work in both parks will commence on 5 September, with the upgrades scheduled to be completed in May 2017, weather permitting. Council is committed to ensuring minimal disruption to residents - work at Auburn Park will be limited to 7am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday, and at Bardo Park, work will be scheduled from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday. No work will be scheduled for Sundays.
Residents seeking more details can attend an information session on Tuesday 30 August at the Auburn Community Centre from 5pm to 7:30pm, or call Council on 9840 9840.
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During the past month, visitors to the Peacock Gallery, Auburn Botanic Gardens, have had the opportunity to vote for their favourite art work and photograph inthe Cumberland Art and Photography Awards exhibition. Council is pleased to announce that the 'People's Choice Awards' were won by Rowen Avon Smith for his art work Trackers and Sarah Jane Allen for her photograph Parched Paper Wasp. Congratulations to the winners, who will each receive $100.
Trackers,
Rowen Avon Smith
Parched Paper Wasp,
Sarah Jane Allen
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A new playground, featuring an exciting range of climbing, spinning and equipment, has been installed in the Sandra Street Park, Woodpark, including new fencing along the Fairfield Road boundary. The project was funded by Cumberland Council and grant funding from the NSW Government's 2015 Community Building Partnership Program.
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Free e-waste recycling event
E-waste contains a multitude of components, some containing toxic substances that can have an adverse impact on human health and the environment if not handled properly.
Cumberland Council holds a series of e-waste recycling events each year to allow residents to dispose of e-waste safely and free of charge. The next e-waste drop-off day will be held on Saturday, 27 August from 9am to 4pm in the car park at the end of Euston Road, Auburn.
It's a great chance to get rid of your old computer or television, or other electrical items like game consoles, printers, DVD's and VCR's, telephones and kitchen appliances.
Please note that white goods (fridges, freezers, dishwashers, washing machines, clothes dryers)
televisions and monitors with cracked screens and batteries cannot be accepted. This event is for household e-waste only and no commercial e-waste will be accepted.
For more information call Council on 9735 1222 or 9840 9840.
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Council libraries celebrate Book Week 2016
Cumberland Council libraries are celebrating Book Week from 20-26 August, with competitions and primary school performances that highlight the titles on the Book of the Year shortlist.
Featuring pantomime, slapstick humour, music and rhyme, the Book Week shows promote library services and encourage students to engage with Australian literature and enhance literacy programs in schools.
Don't forget to visit your local library branch during Book Week to see the displays for this year's theme, 'Australia: Story Country', and admire the entries in the children's colouring, writing and drawing competitions.
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Join Vanessa Van Wyk of Binarix (Seek-A-Skill Speaker) for tips on how to get job ready.
This workshop will help you create a self-determination mindset, develop confidence in communicating your value and in the setting of your personal and employment goals. Learn what to do before, during and after the job interview process.
Date: Thursday, 15 September 2016
Venue: Wentworthville Community Centre
Banksia Room - 2 Lane Street, Wentworthville 2145
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Light lunch provided.
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History Week 2016 - Get to know your Neighbours
As part of History Week, Cumberland Council Library Service, together with Granville Historical Society, are providing a series of presentations about the history of the former Council areas that now make up Cumberland Council.
Get to know your Neighbours
is an historical overview of the people, industries, institutions and events that shaped the Woodville, Holroyd and Auburn areas.
Woodville and Holroyd histories
10.00am-midday, Monday 5 September 2016
Auburn Library, 1 Susan Street, Auburn
Auburn and Holroyd histories
10.00am-midday, Tuesday 6 September 2016
Granville Historical Society, 62 Railway Parade, Granville
Auburn and Woodville histories
1.00pm-3.00pm, Friday 9 September 2016
Merrylands Library, Cnr Miller & Newman Streets, Merrylands
The presentations are free but bookings are essential. Book online at
holroydlibrary.eventbrite.com.au
or call Merrylands Library on 9840 9960, or Auburn Library on 9735 1250. Refreshments will be provided.
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