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Cumberland City Council Resolves to Remove “Racism Not Welcome” Signs

At its ordinary meeting on 26 March 2025, Cumberland City Council debated a motion regarding the removal of the “Racism Not Welcome” signs currently displayed across the Local Government Area (LGA). Following a thorough discussion, Council has resolved to remove all 50 signs.

28 Mar 2025

Celebrate Nowruz in Merrylands – A Cultural Celebration of Spring!

Experience a night of vibrant celebrations with traditional music, cultural performances, and dancers at Cumberland City Council’s Nowruz event on Saturday 22 March from 7pm to 10pm.

21 Mar 2025

Together We March Forward: Cumberland's Commitment to Accelerating Gender Equality

Cumberland City Council is proud to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 with a series of empowering events and initiatives to honour women from all walks of life within the community.

7 Mar 2025

Cumberland’s Senior Residents "Shine Bright" at the 2025 Annual Seniors Festival

Cumberland City Council is proudly celebrating its senior residents with a lively and heartwarming lineup of activities at the 2025 Seniors Festival.

4 Mar 2025

Ramadan Street Festival: A massive TWO nights of Cultural Celebrations, Food, and Fun in Auburn!

Get ready for a weekend of cultural celebrations, delicious food, and community spirit at Cumberland City Council’s Ramadan Street Festival on Saturday, 8 March and Sunday, 9 March along Auburn Road, Auburn. This annual event is the perfect chance to embrace the rich traditions of Ramadan, while coming together as a community to eat the night away under the stars.

3 Mar 2025

Cumberland City Council Honours Inspirational Role Models for their Notable Contributions in the Local Community

Cumberland City Council is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Local Citizen of the Year Awards, recognising and honouring individuals and groups who have selflessly devoted their time and effort in making a positive impact across Cumberland.

30 Jan 2025

Cumberland City Council Enhances Playgrounds to Foster Stronger Communities

Cumberland City Council has been delivering upgrades to playground and recreational spaces across Cumberland, making it easier for families to connect, play and stay active.

14 Jan 2025

Cumberland Welcomes New Mayor and Deputy Mayor to the new term of Council

Cumberland Council is pleased to announce the election of Councillor Ola Hamed as Mayor and Councillor Michael Zaiter as Deputy Mayor of Cumberland Council, following an Extraordinary Meeting of Council on Wednesday, 16 October 2024.

17 Oct 2024

Cumberland Council’s Popular Moon Festival returns to Lidcombe

Cumberland Council’s Moon Festival is returning to Lidcombe on Saturday 21 September 2024 from 5pm to 9pm.

18 Sep 2024

Tickets are selling fast for Cumberland City Council’s Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

The countdown is on until the Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival takes over the Auburn Botanic Gardens from Saturday 17 August to Sunday 25 August.

9 Aug 2024

Cumberland Council enhances community safety with new defibrillator installations

Cumberland Council is launching an educational campaign aimed at increasing public awareness and knowledge about the use of AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) within the LGA with a focus on the culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) community.

26 Jul 2024

Hello Kitty to make comeback for her 50th Birthday Year celebrations at Cumberland Council’s 2024 Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

The Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival is returning to the Auburn Botanic Gardens this August and will celebrate Hello Kitty’s 50th birthday, as part of the jam-packed program held across nine days from Saturday 17 August to Sunday 25 August.  

11 Jul 2024

Civic Park Upgrade Project Grand Opening Ceremony marks milestone for the Pendle Hill Community

The $17.5m Civic Park Upgrade Project in Pendle Hill has officially reopened to the community following a major transformation.

24 May 2024

Join the Fun: Back to Guildford Festival to unveil exciting new look for Guildford Laneway!

Cumberland Council is inviting the community to explore the new upgrades in Guildford at a free family friendly event: The Back to Guildford Festival on Saturday 25 May.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Cumberland 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 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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