Pool maintenance closure - Please be advised that the 25-metre pool at Wentworthville Memorial Swim Centre will be closed for scheduled maintenance from 2:30pm on Sunday 16 August until Monday 31 August 2026. During this time, all programs and classes will continue as scheduled.

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Education Access Grant

The Education Access Grant supports initiatives that aim to reduce educational disparities, focusing on providing access to quality education and skill-building opportunities for disadvantaged groups.

Cumberland City Council is committed to addressing barriers to education and skills development by providing equitable opportunities for individuals in our community.

The Education Access Grant supports initiatives that aim to reduce educational disparities, focusing on providing access to quality education and skill-building opportunities for disadvantaged groups.

This grant seeks to fund programs that enhance the educational outcomes of Cumberland residents and prepare them for future success in gainful employment.

Available Funding: The program offers funding of up to $15,000 per applicant.

Education Access Grant Guidelines (PDF, 198KB)

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Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians

Cumberland City Council acknowledges the Darug Nation and People as Traditional Custodians of the land on which the Cumberland Local Government Area (LGA) is situated and pays respect to Aboriginal Elders both past, present and future. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples of Australia. Cumberland City Council also acknowledges other Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islander Peoples living in the Cumberland LGA and reaffirms that we will work closely with all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to advance reconciliation within the area.

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