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History of the suburbs

Discover the history behind the local suburbs in the Cumberland region. From name origins to Aboriginal heritage.

Explore our interactive map to learn more about each suburb and their histories.

For details about Aboriginal heritage and first settlement of the Cumberland area, see Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander information.  

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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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