Message from the Mayor
16 Days of Activism
Cumberland City Council, in partnership with the Parramatta Cumberland Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Committee and Granville Rotary, is hosting a march to increase awareness about the scourge that is domestic violence during the 16 Days of Activism. The march will take place on Thursday 28 November from 1pm, starting at Merrylands Oval and finishing at Merrylands Civic Square. I invite everyone to support the end of violence against women and girls as we march to advocate for the urgent need to invest in prevention. To find out more, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/activism
Al-Faisal College Year 12 Graduation
On Thursday 14 November, I attended Al-Faisal College’s Year 12 Graduation ceremony to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2024 as they embark on their next exciting adventures and endeavours. Since its inception in 1998, the school’s community and its students have positioned themselves as high achievers, and impressively coming first in the State for Arabic Continuers for three consecutive years. Congratulations to Al-Faisal Year 12 graduates on this momentous occasion, and we wish you all the best for a successful future.
Guildford Swim Centre update
The Guildford Swim Centre is undergoing an exciting transformation. This new state-of-the-art Aquatic Centre will be modern, inclusive, and accessible to all ages and abilities—reflecting Council’s commitment to creating spaces that benefit our community for generations to come. With the old Swim Centre now demolished, the design process is in full swing, and we’re gearing up for construction to commence in 2025! To find out more, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/modernisation
Christmas in Cumberland
I’m thrilled to invite you and your family to the Family Christmas Fair, a special evening of fun and festivities at Central Gardens in Merrylands West on Friday 6 December. From 4pm to 6:30pm, we’ll be celebrating Christmas and the end of year in true Cumberland City style, with live entertainment, kids' activities, delicious food, and plenty of holiday cheer. We’ll also have a free festive photo opportunity with Santa. Be sure to secure your spot in advance to avoid missing out. For more information and to book your Santa photo, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/family-christmas-fair
The fun doesn’t stop there, Council will also be hosting the annual Christmas in the Gardens community event on Saturday 7 December from 5pm to 9pm at the Auburn Botanic Gardens. There will be a range of festive activities such as arts and crafts, family entertainment, a letter to Santa writing workshop, youth markets, and a visit from Santa and the Gingerbread man. For the full program, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/christmas-gardens.
I hope to see you all there!
Your Rates at Work
Footpath Renewals Council has recently completed footpath renewals at Castle Street in Auburn, Wrights Avenue in Berala, and Cumberland Road in Greystanes where over 930m of footpath in total was resurfaced and new concrete was laid.
Let us know of any issues in your area by logging a request via Council's website: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/report-and-request
Learn to Swim at Council’s Swim Centres
Council's Swim Centres in Granville, Wentworthville and Merrylands run a variety of swimming classes.
To sign up or to find out more information visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/learn-swim-school
Charge your phone in Cumberland’s outdoor spaces
Whether you’re grabbing a coffee, out for a stroll or just need a quick boost, you can find our new smart charging stations at:
- Merrylands Civic Square
- Guildford Laneway
These state-of-the-art chargers are equipped with multiple sockets to fit various phones and laptops.
Justice of the Peace
Council is seeking JP volunteers for our local libraries and customer service centres! If you're a registered JP and can contribute 1-2 hours per week to support the community, this opportunity is for you!
For more information or to apply, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/general-volunteer-program
Christmas in the Gardens
Join us at this FREE family event, meet Santa and his elves at Santa’s Workshop, sing along to your favourite Christmas carols and browse through the range of stalls.
Saturday 7 December, 5pm to 9pm
Auburn Botanic Gardens, 99 Chiswick Road, Auburn
For more information, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/christmas-gardens