News & Updates
1 April 2022
Message from the Mayor
It has been a busy few weeks in Cumberland
following recent rainfall and storms. Many of our
areas have been heavily impacted and we continue
to receive reports of damaged roads and footpaths.
To date, Council has received 980 reports of potholes with 653 of them already repaired.

Streets and parklands have also been attended to and cleared of debris, tree branches and fallen trees. Staff are working hard to maintain the safety of parks and reserves in order to reopen them following closures.

Although Council is still attending to the backlog of reports, we anticipate that the works may take a few more weeks to complete. We appreciate your patience during this time as Council continues to patrol and repair the damage throughout the Cumberland area.

I (and other Councillors) continue to hear from Cumberland residents whose homes have been damaged in the recent storms and who are experiencing difficulty in having their claims for government disaster relief considered and determined. This is concerning, particularly given that residents of neighbouring local government areas do not appear to be having such problems. On 18 March I wrote to Senator Bridget McKenzie, Minister for Emergency Management (Cth) and the Hon Stephanie Cooke, Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience (NSW) asking for clarification and assistance. At the time of writing this I have yet to receive a response. I will continue to press for an equitable resolution.

Lastly, Council has been a hive of activities over the last few days with the Seniors Festival that kicked off last Friday. There has been a talent quest, morning teas and lunches, dine in movie day and Tai Chi classes, with more events scheduled this week across our libraries and services. Following the challenges the community has faced over the past few years, the Seniors Festival has been a wonderful opportunity for our senior citizens to get active and reconnect.

Mayor Lisa Lake
What's On
Dolly Parton Imagination Library
Babies born this year in Cumberland City can enrich their early literacy skills by taking part in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

This free book-gifting program is devoted to inspiring a love of reading from a young age by sending a brand new, age appropriate book in the mail each month, until the child turns five.

The program has been funded by the NSW State Government through United Way, a community impact organisation, focusing on creating better outcomes for children and young people.

For more information visit our website.
Council's Liveability Study
Have your say for your chance to win a $100 shopping voucher when you take part in Cumberland City Council’s Liveability Study. 

If you’ve wanted to voice your concerns or pitch your ideas on parking, walkability or new places in the community, now is your time to share your input.

Once the survey is completed, participants go into the draw for a chance to win 1 of 10 shopping vouchers, each valued at $100 each. 

Complete the survey before 11.59pm on Sunday 1 May.
The Healthy Kids Pitch Competition 2022 Winners
Local schools have been putting their creative ideas to the test to help improve the health and wellbeing of young people in their communities.

After some great and very competitive submissions, Council is pleased to announce Guildford West Public School, St Peter Chanel Catholic Primary School, International Maarif School of Australia and Cerdon College as the winners of this year’s Healthy Kids Pitch competition.

The Healthy Kids Pitch required schools within Cumberland City to get creative and active by putting forward their ideas on a program or project that promotes a healthier lifestyle. The program was an idea birthed by Council in 2018 and has grown to reach 8,000 children in Cumberland City, which now includes an active sporting clinic, a women in sports roadshow and a resilience program.

The initiative now runs as part of a broader health and well-being program across 40 primary and high schools and has been awarded the coveted national Australian Sport Recreation and Play Innovation Award in the Programs, Activities and Events category.
Ramadan Street Food Festival 2022
Ramadan Street Food Festival returns to Auburn on Saturday 23 April 2022

Our Ramadan Street Food Festival returns in 2022 to the streets of Auburn for one night only. The festival will host a huge line-up of food trucks and street food stalls alongside famous Auburn eateries for an authentic Ramadan outdoor dining experience.

Get into the Ramadan spirit and join us under the night sky. 

When: 6pm to 12 midnight on Saturday 23 April 2022.
Where: Auburn Town Centre, Auburn Road (between Mary and Beatrice Streets), Auburn.
Cost: Free entry. You decide what to spend at restaurants, stalls and trucks.

Visit our website for more information. 
Council Committees EOI

Council is seeking expressions of interest from people interested in participating in one of our Advisory Committees!

Help provide advice and make recommendations to Council on key topics or matters central our community.

Committees will meet quarterly and consist of community members and nominated Councillors. Committee members from the community are volunteers and are not remunerated for their time.

To submit your Expression of Interest or find out more call 02 8757 9000 or visit our website.
FREE Youth Week Event:
Westarz Nite

Are you aged 16 to 25?

Join us in celebrating Youth Week 2022 as stars of Western Sydney’s music scene hit Granville Town Hall for this FREE one night only special event live music showcase.

Westarz Nite
Saturday 9 April
6pm to 9.30pm
Granville Town Hall
10 Carlton Street, Granville
16 to 25 years

To book your place or find out more call
02 8757 9827 or visit our website.
Use your $500 childcare vouchers at Council’s Before & After School Care Services
Parents and carers of children enrolled in all primary schools in NSW can now apply for a $500 voucher to be used at Before and After School Care Services.
 
Eligible families will receive their vouchers in their Service NSW app just like the Dine & Discover program, with providers able to quickly scan the QR code on the spot or use the unique voucher code to redeem.

To find your closest Council Before and After School Care Education and Care Services, visit our website.
Cumberland City Council's ClubGRANTS Scheme opens
Cumberland City Council’s ClubGRANTS scheme opens for applications this month to help fund not-for-profit organisations’ community projects.

Schools, local government and not-for-profit community based, incorporated organisations with an Australian Business Number (ABN) are welcome to apply.
 
The program works by allowing registered clubs with gaming machine profits of over $1 million to apply for a tax rebate (of 1.85%). The rebate is used to help fund projects in the areas of community welfare and social services, community development, community health services and employment assistance activities.
 
Applications close at 4pm on Thursday 28 April.
For more information contact Cumberland City Council’s Grant Officers on 02 8757 9800 or email grants@cumberland.nsw.gov.au.
Granville Pools Survey

If you have visited the new Granville Swimming Centre or are a regular customer – we want to hear from you!

We are conducting a survey to assess the services of Granville Swimming Centre that will assist us with future planning and programming to ensure we are meeting the needs of our customer base. 

Fill out the survey before 5pm on Sunday 17 April.