News & Updates

17 May 2023

Message from the Mayor

Workplace Tragedy Memorial Service

Council hosted its Annual Workplace Tragedy Memorial Service at Holroyd Gardens on Saturday 29 April. The service was held at the Wall of Memory at the former Goodlet and Smith Brickworks site to commemorate those who have been injured or tragically killed at work and those who have died as a result of a work-related illness. Sadly, 45 Australian workers have been killed at work this year, while thousands more suffer serious workplace injuries that may result in long-term injury or more permanent disability. Everyone that goes to work has the right to return home safely, and we will continue to advocate for the importance of work health and safety to make our workplaces safer.

School’s Reconciliation Day

Council hosted its School’s Reconciliation Day at Prospect Hill on Wednesday 3 May. Over 200 students from 13 public schools across Cumberland attended to engage with our First Nations People and learn more about Aboriginal history and culture through art, dance and storytelling. The day was held to commemorate a meeting between First Nations people and European settlers in Australia on 3 May 1805, to open the way towards reconciliation. It was a great opportunity for students to immerse themselves in Aboriginal culture and mix with students from other local primary and high schools.

National Volunteer Week

This week, Council is recognising the vital work of our volunteers during National Volunteer Week held until 21 May. It is an important time to recognise the work of those who volunteer their time and contribute to our community. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer visit our website.

Mayor Lisa Lake

What's On: May

Composting and Worm Farming Webinar

Council is holding a free online Composting and Worm Farming Webinar on Saturday 20 May, as part of International Compost Awareness Week.

Learn how to set up and maintain your own worm farm or composting system at home, as well as tips and tricks to ensure it's successful.

Cumberland residents are eligible for a $50 rebate on any compost bin or worm farm purchased. (Rebate is available to both homeowners and tenants.)

For more information or to book visit our website.

Youth Mental Health

Working Group

Council is looking for local community organisations and young people to join the Youth Mental Health Working Group. This group will work to develop a Youth Mental Health Action Plan, based on the findings from the Youth Mental Health Summit that Council hosted earlier this year.

If this sounds like you, and you want to make a difference, express your interest before Monday 22 May.

For more information, or to apply, visit our website.

Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

Stallholder Expressions of Interest

Sydney’s most Instagrammable and favourite flower festival is returning to the Auburn Botanic Gardens this August!

Council is inviting food vendors who specialise in Japanese food or Japanese influenced food, and retail vendors to join the 2023 stallholder line up.

Applications close: Sunday 4 June 2023

To apply or to find out more information visit our website

Parents of Learner Drivers Online Workshop

Learn how to safely teach and supervise learner drivers.

This free workshop will cover topics for learner drivers including the latest in requirements, log books, licensing and more.

The online workshop will be held on

Wednesday 24 May from 6pm to 7:30pm.

An online workshop is also available.

To book or find out more information contact :8757 9870 or visit our website.

Cumberland Council's Golf Courses

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a complete beginner, the Auburn and Woodville golf courses are the perfect place to take a big swing.

Both 18-hole courses include a well-stocked pro shop, clubhouse and

friendly staff to help you play your best game.

For more information visit our website.

Careers at Cumberland Council

Are you focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community?

Then consider a career at Council.

To see all positions vacant visit our website.

Learn To Swim

It’s never too late to learn to swim!

Council's swim centres run weekly swimming classes.

Granville and Guildford Swim Centres as well as the Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre in Lidcombe are open all year round.

To sign up or to find out more information visit our website

National Simultaneous Storytime

Join Poppy the Possum for a special reading of The Speedy Sloth by Rebecca Young and Heath McKenzie at The Friendship Garden for National Simultaneous Storytime 2023.

When: Wednesday 24 May, 10:15am to 11:20am

Where: Friendship Garden - Auburn Centre for Community, 44A Macquarie Road, Auburn.

For more information visit our website.

Have Your Say

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

Coleman Park Masterplan

Council is preparing a landscape masterplan to guide the future of Coleman Park. To inform the masterplan, we are seeking input from user groups and the local community on how you currently use Coleman Park, what you love about it, and what you would like to see. To have your say visit our website.

Submit your feedback by Tuesday 30 May.

Draft Operational Plan 2023-2024 and Draft Fees and Charges 2023-2024

Council is seeking community feedback on the Draft Operational Plan 2023-2024 and accompanying schedule of Fees and Charges 2023-2024. Your feedback will inform how Council will operate throughout the 2023-2024 financial year.

To have your say visit our website.

Submit your feedback by Thursday 1 June.