News & Updates

31 January 2024

Message from the Mayor

Maltese Community Council of NSW

I attended an Australia Day event at The Holroyd Centre,

held annually by the Maltese Community Council (MCC) of NSW. The event was held to celebrate the Maltese Australians who received Order of Australia Honours and to acknowledge the community’s contributions to Australia. There was a showcase of Maltese heritage with musical performances, traditional food stalls, arts and crafts exhibitions and family entertainment.

St John Ambulance Awards

I recently attended the St John Ambulance Granville Combined Division Annual Awards held at Regents Park. 14 people were recognised at the awards ceremony for their dedication, hard work and contribution to volunteering with the St John Ambulance service over the year. The awards included Adult of the

Year, Cadet of the Year, Junior of the Year, and an External Special Appreciation Award. The St John

Ambulance Granville Division has 150 members and will be celebrating its 110th anniversary this year. The unit has the biggest Junior program in NSW with some volunteers starting as young as eight years old. Congratulations to the award winners, and thank you to all the volunteers for your service to the community.

The Tamil Pongal Festival 2024

I recently attended The Tamil Pongal Festival 2024 at Pendle Hill, which hosted more than 60 Tamil Organisations across NSW. The festival, centred around Thai Pongal - Festival of thanksgiving to nature, has profound cultural importance as it

signifies the first day of the Tamil Calendar. This unique festival not only highlighted the rich cultural

heritage but also showcased cultural diversity, traditions, rituals and the spirit of togetherness within the Tamil community in NSW.

Granville Nights

Council’s newly launched arts program, Granville Nights, was recently held at the Granville Centre Art Gallery on Friday 19 January with a night of art, culture and fun. The evening featured the art exhibition, ‘The Good,’ by Australian artist Anna Louise Richardson. There was also a range of art activities hosted by the FLENK Collective, workshops in the music studio and live music from local musicians. The next Granville Nights event will be held on Friday 2 February from 5pm to 9pm. For more information, visit www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/event/granville-nights

Mayor Lisa Lake

What's On: February

Children and Family Consultations

Council is hosting in person consultation sessions to seek feedback on the activities provided for children and families in the last four years.

Your feedback will be used to identify focus areas for Council relating to the safety and wellbeing of children and their families.

For more information or to register for a session visit our website.

Celebrate the 2024 Year of the Dragon at Council’s Lunar New Year festivities held across Auburn, Berala and Lidcombe from Friday 9 February to Sunday 11 February.

Explore the block party featuring some of the best Asian cuisines in Western Sydney, enjoy the range of cultural performances including live music, lion and dragon dancing, lanterns, community crafts, food and market stalls and more!

For more information visit our website.

Learn and Play for Families

Council's Learn and Play for Families program is back in 2024 with new sessions available in February at the Wentworthville Community Centre!

The FREE program includes activities for children aged 2-5 years and their families as well as topics of early years learning and children's health and wellbeing.

The first session will also discuss how parents can use various coping skills and self care to manage parental burnout.

Your Rates at Work - Maunder Reserve

Works at Maunder Reserve in Guildford are now complete.

The space has been revitalised with a full park and playground upgrade, new pathways, as well as the installation of new public exercise equipment and seating areas. New softfall rubber was also laid as part of the landscaping works in the space.

Let us know of any issues in your area by using the Snap Send Solve mobile app which can be found on our website. Alternatively, you can report any issues by contacting Council on 8757 5000 or emailing council@cumberland.nsw.gov.au.

Plan to Manage Bushfire Risk

Council is encouraging residents to stay informed about bushfires and ensure readiness in the event of a fire by following the four-step NSW Bushfire Survival Plan.

For more information, visit our website.

Bushcare Volunteer Program

Council is on the lookout for volunteers to join the Bushcare Volunteer Program.

Volunteers assist Council’s Bushcare team by helping maintain and improve Cumberland’s open spaces, parks and bushland.

To join the program or find out more information, visit our website.

Calling all Cumberland residents!

Join us from 6pm to 9pm on Friday 23 February at Merrylands Civic Square for Cumberland Live and Local.

This free family friendly event will showcase the best of Cumberland’s local musicians, giving you the chance to relax, chill and enjoy the sounds of summer.

For more information visit our website.

2024 Aqua Aerobics Program

Splash into the New Year with Council's 2024 Aqua Aerobics Program!

Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30am, at the Granville Swim Centre.

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

Term 1 FREE Activity Program

Does your child need help preparing for the NAPLAN?

Council is running free NAPLAN coaching sessions as part of our community centres programs for Term 1.

To register or find out more information, visit: our website.

Have Your Say

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

Expressions of Interest - 167 Fairfield Road, Guildford West

Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from interested parties to commence operations at the Council owned Land located at 167 Fairfield Road, Guildford West, over a period of 5 years.

Submissions close: Monday 12 February 2024.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/fairfield-road-lease-eoi

Draft Library Strategy 2024-2027

Council has developed a Draft Library Strategy and is seeking your feedback. The Draft Strategy outlines Council's vision to continue providing sustainable, innovative, accessible and inclusive library services to the community and will guide the direction and delivery of Council's Library Services over the next 3 years.

Submissions close: 6pm, Monday 19 February 2024.

https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/library-strategy-2024-2027

Cumberland Sports Portal

Did you know that Council has a Sports Portal where you can get updates on everything sports related? On the Cumberland Sports Portal, you can stay up to date on sports news, information and events in Cumberland City.

For more information, visit https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/cumberland-sports-clubs