News & Updates

1 March 2023

Message from the Mayor

Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria

In light of the earthquake tragedy that has devastated communities in Türkiye and Syria and people from our own community, Council will be donating $10,000 from Council’s Emergency Relief Fund. This donation will go to Red Cross to assist in the delivery of humanitarian aid to support all those affected by the disaster.

Hyland Road Sporting Complex

Cumberland Council has been granted $53.7m in funding from the NSW Government for the construction of the Hyland Road Sporting Complex. This regional facility will accommodate a number of indoor and outdoor sports including cricket, soccer, AFL, netball, basketball and volleyball. The centre will also include sporting fields, cricket practice nets, an indoor sports hall, fitness station and multi-use courts and ovals. This new and exciting sporting facility in Greystanes will create a much-needed place for our growing population to play and enjoy a wide variety of sports.

Rotary Community Service Awards

I recently attended the Rotary Club of Holroyd’s Community Service Award presentation at Club Merrylands Bowling. The ceremony was held to celebrate and recognise women who support others in the local and broader community and help make a difference in their lives. Congratulations to the winners!

Seniors Festival Wraps Up

The Seniors Festival has wrapped up for the year following 12 days of events, workshops and activities. The festival was a success with most events booked out. I attended the Seniors Golf Day to join our residents as they competed in the tournament. Congratulations to Kaylene White and Lindsay Peters who were the winners of the Cyril Harvey Memorial Trophy. If you’d like to find out more information about our seniors services and programs please visit www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/seniors-support

Mayor Lisa Lake

What's On:

March

Clean Up Australia Day

Step up to clean up our local community by taking part in Council’s Clean Up Australia Day events on Sunday 5 March.

Equipment will be provided at all locations, and a BBQ lunch will be served at the Merrylands event.

To find your nearest location visit our website.

Learner Driver Workshop

Learn how to safely teach and supervise learner drivers.

When: Thursday 23 March 2023 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Where: Eric Tweedale Stadium Function Room, 2 Montrose Avenue, Granville

Book now or find out more information on our website.

Cumberland Council is excited to announce Nowruz celebrations for 2023.

For the first time Council will be hosting a Nowruz community event with a line-up of food, live entertainment and cultural activities.

When: Saturday 18 March, 5:30pm - 9:30pm

Where: The Granville Centre, 2a Memorial Drive, Granville.

For more information visit our website.

International Women's Day Activities

As part of International Women’s Day 2023, Cumberland Council is encouraging girls aged 5-12 to participate in sport to improve their health and wellbeing.

During the month of March we are hosting:

Gymnastics
Dance
Gardening
Multi-Sport
Yoga and more!

To enrol in an activity or to find out more visit our website.

Community Grants Program

Applications are now open for Round 3 of the Cumberland Council Community Grants Program.

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

One-on-one advisory desk sessions will also be running during this round.

To apply for a grant or for more information about eligibility visit our website.

Easter 2023 - Stallholder Expressions of Interest

For the first time ever, Council will be holding Easter celebrations on Saturday 1 April.

Council is seeking stallholders to provide food and suitable activities to be part of this fun event.

Where: Central Gardens, Merrylands

When: Saturday 1 April 2023, from 11am to 3pm

To be considered for this event, please complete the EOI form on our website.

Applications close on Wednesday 8 March 2023.

Youth Week Poetry Slam

Calling all young people who love poetry!

As part of Youth Week 2023 celebrations Cumberland Council is inviting young people who are passionate about poetry to take part in our Youth Week Poetry Slam from Thursday 20 to Saturday 29 April.

For more information or to fill out an application form visit our website.

GambleAware Webinars

Learn more about gambling addiction and problem gambling with our free webinars facilitated by GambleAware.

These workshops are open to anyone looking for more information on gambling awareness and how it impacts children and young people.

For more information or to book, visit our website.

Have Your Say

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

Draft Media & Social Media Policies

We want to hear your thoughts on the Draft Media & Social Media Policies. Your feedback will inform Council’s procedures for responding to and initiating media contacts and the administration and management of social media platforms.

Submit your feedback before Friday 3 March 2023

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/social-media-policy-2023

Lytton Street Park Draft Masterplan

We want to hear your thoughts on the future of Lytton Street Park in Wentworthville. Your feedback will inform Council’s Masterplan to create a vision for the area and guide the future use and development of this important open space area.

Submit your feedback before Monday 6 March. https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/lytton-street-park

Central Park Botanica - New Exeloo Toilet

Have your say on the proposed new public amenities in Central Park, Lidcombe. The new amenities will be automated toilets, focusing on access, safety and serviceability. The amenities will be located in a central, convenient location within Central Park, providing easy and equitable access to high-use areas such as the playground.

Submit your feedback before Tuesday 7 March.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/central-park-botanica

Design Excellence Panel - Expressions of Interest

We are seeking Expressions of Interest for members to join the Cumberland Design Excellence Panel. This panel provides feedback on designs and promotes improved design quality to help achieve a better built form within Cumberland City.

Expressions of Interest close on Monday 13 March.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/design-excellence-eoi