News & Updates

30 November 2022

Message from the Mayor

Rotary Club’s Charity Golf Day

I recently attended the Rotary Club of Holroyd’s 20th Annual Charity Golf Day held at the Cumberland Golf Club in Greystanes. It was a big day on the green followed by prizes, a trophy presentation, a charity auction and more.

Each year the Rotary Club hosts the golf event to raise funds for charities and it’s always a great opportunity to get together and raise money for a good cause.

Merrylands Bowling Club Award Nomination

On behalf of Council, I would like to extend our congratulations to the Merrylands Bowling Club for their nomination in the National Club of the Year Award. Council works very closely with the club to promote health, fitness, social and youth programs including school holiday workshops and senior’s exercise classes. We are very pleased to see Merrylands Bowling Club recognised for their efforts in helping provide more opportunities and improving liveability for our residents.

Parramatta Holroyd Lapidary Club Annual Exhibition

I attended the Parramatta Holroyd Lapidary Club Annual Exhibition held in Wentworthville earlier this month. There were so many fascinating gems and stones on display including minerals, birthstones, gemstones and more. There were also demonstrations, displays and children’s activities. It was a lovely day to engage with community members and learn more about stones and gems.

School’s Sustainability Expo

I attended Council’s Schools’ Sustainability Expo held recently. Children from schools in Cumberland came together for the annual expo and took part in the workshops and activities. It was a great opportunity to engage with our younger residents and learn more about the environment, waste and recycling, sustainability and ways to improve our local biodiversity

Mayor Lisa Lake

What's On - December

Christmas in the Gardens

Celebrate the festive season with us at Christmas in the Gardens.

Meet Santa Claus and his little elves at Santa's Workshop, sing along to your favourite Christmas carols, get creative at the Gingerbread Corner, and take a stroll down Candy Cane Lane or browse through the range of stalls.

When: Saturday 10 December, 5pm to 9pm

Where: Auburn Botanic Gardens, 33 Chiswick Road, Auburn

For more information visit 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.

Australia Day - Stall Holder Expression of Interest

Australia Day event returns to Holroyd Gardens in Merrylands on Thursday 26 January 2023 from 6pm to 9pm and Council is seeking food vendors, market stalls and community stallholders to participate in this event.

If you would like to be part of the event, apply before Friday 9 December on our website.

Pippita Rail Trail Project

We want to know your thoughts on the proposal for the Pippita Rail Trail project, an active transport link between Lidcombe to Sydney Olympic Park.

The project will transform an unused three-kilometre rail line into a new transport link helping residents access parks and open spaces along the corridor.

To have your say visit: https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/pippita-rail-trail

Summer Reading Club

Monday 19 December 2022 – Friday 27 January 2023

Summer Reading Club is open to children aged 5-16 years old and aims to encourage a love of reading and literacy skills during the summer holidays. The theme for the 2022/2023 Summer Reading Club is Circus.

To register your library card for Summer Reading Club, talk to one of the library staff members from 12 December. To enter the draw for a prize, just borrow a book or two that week.

Visit your local library to receive your free starter pack or for more details on the Book Review Competition and Drawing Competition!

Swim School Program

Learn how to swim at your local pool this festive season! Swimming saves lives and is a low-impact form of fun exercise.

Week 1: 9 to 13 January

Week 2: 16 to 20 January

Week 3: 23 to 27 January

Christmas Trivia

We are hosting a festive Christmas Trivia online for families as a fun way to start Christmas holidays and get into the Christmas spirit.

The winning family will win a board game pack valued at $100.

When: Friday, 9 December, 6:30-7:30pm

Where: Online via Zoom

To book, email library.events@cumberland.nsw.gov.au

Christmas Craft at Libraries

Looking to make a last-minute Christmas gift or just want to hang out and make some cool Christmas craft?

We are hosting festive Christmas Maker Spaces as a fun way to start the school holidays and get into the Christmas spirit.

Children’s Christmas Maker Space (5-12 years old)

3:30pm – 4:30pm

Guildford Library, 13 December

Regents Park Library, 14 December

Auburn Library, 20 December

Merrylands Library, 21 December

Adults Christmas Maker Space

11am – 12pm

Guildford Library, 13 December

Regents Park Library, 14 December

Auburn Library, 20 December

Merrylands Library, 21 December

Book online on our website.

ETS Gym

Did you know that we offer a range of fitness classes at the ETS including Boxing, HIIT, Zumba, Pilates and Bootcamp?

Classes run for multiple sessions each week, with a class for every skill level so you can get the best out of your workout.

Memberships start at just $10/week.

School Holiday Activities

Young people aged 12- 25 years can sign up for the parkour workshop, circus workshop, bootcamp or sports games these school holidays!

Don’t miss out on learning the latest moves from TV’s Australia’s Got Talent contestant, Cameron Brawley from Wolf Pack, leading a special hip hop dance class

Book now or find out more information on our website.

Have Your Say

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

Lakewood Estate Riparian Corridor Plan of Management

We want to hear your thoughts on the Lakewood Estate Riparian Corridor Plan of Management Draft Amendment and Community Garden Masterplan. The Plan of Management Amendment has been prepared within the legislative requirements of the Local Government Act 1993, to identify the re-categorisation of land and how the proposed community garden space can be used and managed into the future.

A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday 6 December in Meeting Room 1 at the Allan G Ezzy Community Centre, 1 Newport Street, Pemulwuy, as required under the Local Government Act 1993.

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

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.

Submit your feedback by Monday 6 February 2023.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/granville-park-pom

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