Newly elected Councillors
Cumberland City Council is pleased to announce the newly elected Councillors following the Local Government elections held on 14 September 2024.
Congratulations to our newly elected Councillors! An Extraordinary Council meeting to elect a Mayor and Deputy Mayor will be held on Wednesday, 16 October 2024 at 6pm in the Merrylands Council Chambers. This meeting will commence with the newly elected Councillors undertaking their Oath or Affirmation of Office.
Mental Health Month
Celebrate Mental Health Month with Council at Cumberland Libraries. Join us at these FREE events designed to help you de-stress and focus on self-care this October!
Movie Event
This film follows a paralysed billionaire who strikes up an unlikely friendship with a recently paroled convict that he hires to take care of him.
Merrylands Library | 8757 9065
Tuesday 15 October, 2pm to 4:30pm
Stress Less and Self-Care in Arabic
Learn how to maintain your physical, mental and emotional health.
Auburn Library | 8757 9060
Tuesday 22 October, 11am to 12noon
Our Health and Wellbeing
Learn how to recognise the early signs of mental health problems and reduce stigma.
Auburn Library | 8757 9060
Wednesday 30 October, 11am to 12noon
Migration and Mental Health in Mandarin
A workshop for the Chinese community on navigating migration challenges.
Merrylands Library | 8757 9065
Friday 25 October, 11am to 12noon
For more information, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/mental-health-month
National Carers Week 2024
Council is gearing up for National Carers Week 2024.
Join us for a vibrant South American Drumming and Arabian Dance Night on Friday 18 October with a delicious dinner to match! Transport is available. Book now to secure your spot!
To make a booking, call the Social Inclusion Team on 8757 9031, email social.inclusion@cumberland.nsw.gov.au, or visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/carers-week
Your Rates at Work
Guildford Swim Centre Modernisation Project Council is currently working on a full transformation of the Guildford Swim Centre to deliver a new state-of-the-art Aquatic Centre. Demolition works commenced in July 2024 and will be completed by the end of October 2024.
To stay up to date with the latest news, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/ guildford-swim-centre-modernisation-project
Have Your Say
Create Cumberland: Our Community Strategic Plan Council is holding interactive sessions to get feedback from the community about the Community Strategic Plan (CSP). At each location, the first 50 attendees who complete a survey will receive a FREE ACAI BOWL. These sessions will allow you to share your thoughts and get involved in the fun activities.
- Allan G Ezzy Function Centre: Monday 14 October, 11am to 2pm
- Berala Community Centre: Monday 21 October, 11am to 2pm
- Auburn Centre for Community: Monday 28 October, 11am to 2pm
- The Holroyd Centre: Saturday 2 November, 11am to 2pm
To complete the online survey or for more information, visit: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/create-cumberland
