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Street sign giveaway: Take a piece of your street home
Cumberland Council will give away 100 street name signs to the first 100 complete entries. To nominate a street, tell us in 25 words or less why that street is special to you.
The competition will run until Monday 4 June 2018 and coincides with the installation of approximately 5,000 new street signs across the Local Government Area over the next 12 months.
"A street sign is more than a piece of aluminium on a pole,' Mayor Greg Cummings said. 'A street sign is a marker of home."
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| The Saliba family from South Wentworthville are excited to get involved with #claimaname. |
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Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2017-2021
We're seeking feedback on the draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan currently on public exhibition until 28 May 2018. This plan details the current and future plans of our 12 group service areas, including our capital work programs, and the associated budgets. It also outlines how Council
will deliver on the expectations of the community in alignment with the Community Strategic Plan.
Some priorities of the plan include:
- $17m to modernise and maintain Council's pools
- Shortening DA approval times by ten per cent
- Overhauling fees and charges for greater equity and efficiency
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Mayor Greg Cummings with Cumberland resident Claudio Russino at Guildford Pool
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Free native plant giveaway
Up to 600 native plants will be given away to local residents on Sunday 27 May 2018 between 11am to 4pm as part of the Auburn Botanic Gardens Open Day.
Council is working towards a cleaner, greener Cumberland and residents are invited to collect a young tree or shrub to plant in their own garden to help increase the regions green canopy and improve the wildlife corridor across Sydney.
People who receive a free plant on the day also have the chance to enter a post event photo competition with an opportunity to win a $100 Bunnings voucher simply by sharing a photo of their tree once its planted in its new home.
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Cumberland Council Horticulturist Curtis Relf helps to look after native flora at Auburn Botanic Gardens
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Greening Cumberland
Mayor Greg Cummings joined Holroyd Rotary members at Holroyd School to plant six new crape myrtle trees at the front entry of the school grounds. Located in Merrylands, Holroyd School provides education to students with special needs in a safe, supportive, secure and caring learning environment and were appreciative of their new green additions. Council are committed to increasing the green space in the LGA and as part of Council's Community Strategic Plan have prioritised a clean and green community as a strategic goal.
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Mayor Greg Cummings with Holroyd School Principal Anne Flint,
Holroyd Rotary President Sofia O'Donoughue, and two Holroyd school leaders.
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Supporting local heritage
The second annual Cumberland Local Heritage Awards and the Cumberland Local Heritage Rebate Program are now open and calling for entries.
Mayor Greg Cummings said that Cumberland's heritage includes streetscapes, gardens, parks, old mansions and community buildings, which all contribute to the character and charm of Cumberland.
"Cumberland has a very rich history, having been home first to the Darug nation for thousands of years and then to European settlers from the early days of colonisation. The heritage awards and rebate program are just two ways Council is preserving and celebrating the history of our community," Mayor Cummings said.
There are six award categories for residents of all ages to enter including writing competitions, property awards, colouring competitions, and historesearch. The rebate program can provide up to a maximum of $4000 for owners of heritage builidngs in the Local Government Area.
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| Cumberland's Local Heritage Awards and Rebate Program are now open |
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A safe Cumberland starts with you! We want you to have your say on the draft Cumberland Community Safety and Crime Prevention Plan.
The aim of the draft plan is to improve community safety and reduce crime in Cumberland, by outlining strategies and actions to address the needs and concerns of local residents, businesses, staff and stakeholders.
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Tell us what you think about your town centre for a chance to win a $100 voucher
What makes a town centre great? We want to hear what you value most in your local town centres and main streets. Our town centre care factor survey has now been extended to 28 May 2018.
By taking five minutes to complete the survey you will also go into the draw to win one of five $100 vouchers.
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More plans, policies and programs ...
Have your say on our
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- Draft Related Party Disclosure Policy
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Council meeting
An ordinary meeting of Council was held on Wednesday 2 May 2018. To view the minutes of the meeting or to watch the full video, please
click here. The next meeting will be held on:
Wednesday 16 May 2018, 6.30pm
Merrylands Service Centre, 16 Memorial Avenue, Merrylands.
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Cumberland is opening the gates to our most beautiful park Auburn Botanic Gardens with a host of free activities for children, educational tours, talks and a free plant giveaway for Cumberland residents.
Sunday 27 May 2018
11.00am - 4.00pm
Auburn Botanic Gardens, corner Chiswick and Chisholm Roads Auburn
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Join Cumberland Council's Children's Services team for fun mornings of stories, songs and a visit from Poppy the Possum.
The Bush School delivers engaging play-based experiences to foster an understanding and appreciation of the environment through literacy. All are welcome, with no bookings necessary.
Monday 4 June 2018
10.00am - 11.00am
Bush School, Central Gardens Merrylands, Paton St Entrance
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Cumberland Council is supporting the Activate Inclusion Sports Day which gives children aged 5 - 18 with learning difficulties, intellectual, sensory and physical disabilities the opportunity to try new sports. Register online early as places are limited.
Wednesday 27 June 2018
9.30am - 1.30pm
Genea Netball Centre, 1 Olympic Boulevard, Sydney Olympic Park
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Get involved with National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week will be celebrated from 21 - 27 May 2018 to acknowledge
the generous contribution of our Australia's volunteers. Council is fortunate to have large network of dedicated volunteers who contribute to a range of Council programs and services. Volunteering can provide you with valuable work experience, a chance to contribute to community life, the chance to meet new people and allow you to learn new skills. Help make a difference in your community and register to volunteer.
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