News & Updates

16 November 2022

Message from the Mayor

Asbestos Awareness Month

To mark National Asbestos Awareness Month this November, Council is providing free services to the community to increase awareness of the dangers of Asbestos. We will be hosting a free online asbestos information session and residents can book in home asbestos inspections throughout the month. Asbestos collection services are also available to those who need this. For more information visit www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/asbestos-awareness-month

Guilfoyle Park

Cumberland Council has officially unveiled upgrades to Guilfoyle Park located in Regents Park with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. Council allocated $400,000 in funding to complete the works which included a renewal of the playground, installation of the BBQ shelter and seating, landscape works and renewal of pathways along the western boundary. The revamp has now improved access to Guilfoyle Park as well as helping improve social inclusion to suit the growing needs of the Regents Park community.

Diwali Festival Wrap

Lastly, thank you to everyone who attended our vibrant Diwali celebrations that took over the streets of Wentworthville recently. It was a great evening celebrated by thousands of community members and visitors including the Consul General of India in Sydney, Manish Gupta. It was also great to see so many community members come out to participate in such a significant cultural event.

Mayor Lisa Lake

Me with Lynda Voltz MP and fellow Councillors at the Guilfoyle Park Opening in Regents Park.

What's On - November

Let's Talk about Dementia

Join us as we explore dementia, and look at strategies to reduce the risk of dementia and ways to create a dementia-friendly community.

When: Tuesday 22 November, 10am to 11:30am

Where: Toongabbie Community Centre - Billiards Room

244 Targo Road, Toongabbie

Proudly brought to you by Cumberland City Council’s Seniors & Disability Services together with Western Sydney Dementia Alliance.

Free Asbestos Inspections

Council is offering a free household inspection to residents who are concerned about asbestos in their homes.

Inspections are conducted by occupational hygienist specialists and run for 45 minutes.

To be eligible for an inspection, your house must be in mostly original condition and built before 1990.

When: Saturday 19 November

To register call 8757 9000

Household Chemical Cleanouut

In partnership with the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), Cumberland City Council will be hosting a free Household Chemical CleanOut on Sunday 20 November.

Residents can drop off household quantities (up to a maximum of 20 litres or kilograms of any single item).

For other household waste, you are encouraged to book a Council clean up, and are entitled to 4 collections per year.

When: Sunday 20 November from 9am to 3:30pm

Where: Auburn Baseball Club Car Park, entry via Euston Road, Auburn

For more information visit our website.

Citizen of the Year Awards

If you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the community, we want to hear from you!

Nominations for the Local Citizen of the Year and Community Pride Awards - Australia Day 2023 are now open.

Fill in a nomination form before Friday 25 November by visiting our website.

Asbestos Information Session

Find out how to safely identify, remove and dispose of asbestos in your own home at our free information session.

Participants will receive all the information they need to carefully remove asbestos sheets under 10 sqm.

When: Saturday 26 November 11am-1pm

Seniors Christmas Concerts

Council will be celebrating the festive season with free Seniors Christmas Concerts.

Seniors are invited to enjoy a two-course lunch with live performances as they celebrate the festivities.

Bookings are essential as spots are limited.

Book online by visiting our website.

International Day of People with Disability

To celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD) Council is hosting a festival of ability and a celebration disco.

There will be a variety of modified and inclusive activities including Zumba, art and craft workshops, sports and more!

Book your place now by visiting our website.

Library Book Sale

Merrylands Library will be hosting a book sale this month.

When: 21 to 25 November, 9:30am to 5pm

Where: Merrylands Library, Corner of Miller and Newman Streets, Merrylands

Books will be $1.50 each and there will be a wide variety available to purchase.

For more information visit our website.

Community Grants Program

Applications are now open for Round 2 of the Cumberland City Council Community Grants Program.

This program gives the Cumberland community a chance to succeed and grow socially, culturally, economically, and environmentally.

To apply for the program or for more information about eligibility visit our website.

Social Inclusion Week

To celebrate Social Inclusion Week, we’re holding a FREE Zumba Class and a BBQ lunch for Cumberland City's senior residents.

When: Wednesday 23 November, 11am to 1pm

Where: Berala Community Centre, 98-104 Woodburn Rd, Berala

Bookings are essential and will close three days prior to the event or once booked out.

Learner Driver Workshops

Learn how to safely teach and supervise learner drivers.

When: Thursday 24 November 2022

6:30pm – 8:30pm

Where: Eric Tweedale Stadium Function Room, 10 Montrose Avenue,Granville

Book now or find out more information on our website.

Christmas in the Gardens - Expression of Interest

Council is bringing Christmas Cheer to the Auburn Botanic Gardens this year on Saturday 10 December from 5pm-9pm.

We are calling on food and beverage stall holders to take part in the event.

Applications close: Friday 18 November.

To find out more information visit our website.

Have Your Say

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

Residential Parking Scheme

Give your feedback on Cumberland City Council's proposal to consider a Residential Parking Scheme in Lidcombe which aims to allow unrestricted on-street parking for residents and provides time restricted on-street parking for other motorists.

Submit your feedback before Friday 9 December.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/residential-parking-scheme

Lidcombe Town Centre Parking Review

The parking in the Lidcombe Town Centre is currently being reviewed and Council is seeking your feedback.

During this community consultation period, residents and businesses are encouraged to complete the survey and share their thoughts.

Submit your feedback before Friday 9 December.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/lidcombe-town-centre-parking

Granville Park Draft Plan of Management and Landscape Masterplan

We want to hear your thoughts on the Granville Park Draft Plan of Management and Landscape Masterplan. The Plan of Management has been prepared within the legislative requirements of the Local Government Act 1993, Crown Land Management Act 2016 and Crown Land Management Regulation 2018, to identify the categorisation of land and how the space can be managed and used into the future.

A public hearing and consultation evening will be held on Tuesday 29 November at the Eric Tweedale Stadium Function Room from 6pm to 7pm, as required under the Local Government Act 1993.

For more information, to RSVP or to provide comments visit: https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au

Westmead South Masterplan

Give feedback on Cumberland City Council's plan for the future of Westmead South that focuses on sustainable development and preservation of the local character, with a range of housing close to jobs and public transport.

Submit your feedback before Wednesday 30 November.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/westmead-community-voice-panel

Community Safety and Crime and Prevention Plan

Cumberland City Council is conducting an online Community Safety Survey to gather information from residents about their safety concerns, including concerns about crime. The information gathered will inform the development of Cumberland's new Community Safety and Crime Prevention Plan.

Submit your feedback before Friday 10 February 2023

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/community-safety-2022