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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.

17 May 2024

Cumberland’s Senior Residents given special treatment for annual Seniors Festival

Cumberland Council honoured its oldest residents through a series of activities as part of this year’s Seniors Festival.

27 Mar 2024

Nowruz Celebrations set to take over the streets of Merrylands this March

Experience a night of vibrant celebrations with traditional music, performances and dancers at Cumberland Council’s Nowruz event on Saturday 23 March.

15 Mar 2024

The spirit of Ramadan will be embraced at Cumberland Council’s Ramadan Street Festival

The Ramadan Street Festival will be showcasing the diverse cultures and traditions of Ramadan on Saturday 16 March.

15 Mar 2024

Easter Celebrations will be returning to Merrylands for another Easter Eggs-travaganza

The Easter Bunny will once again be hopping its way to Central Gardens in Merrylands for the return of Cumberland Council’s Easter Celebrations.

7 Mar 2024

Cumberland Council unveils first look at the Pippita Rail Trail

A first look at the proposed Pippita Rail Trail has been revealed by Cumberland Council, with locals encouraged to share their thoughts on the project’s vision for a new connection between Lidcombe Train Station and Sydney Olympic Park.

12 Feb 2024

Cumberland writers shine at Cumberland Council’s Young Writers Awards

Some of Cumberland’s youngest wordsmiths have been recognised and celebrated at Cumberland Council’s Young Writers Awards, held at The Granville Centre.

7 Feb 2024

Cumberland Council to celebrate Year of the Dragon with three jam-packed events for this Lunar New Year

Ring in the year of the Dragon with Council’s Lunar New Year events held across Cumberland from Friday 9 February to Sunday 11 February.

2 Feb 2024

Cumberland Council honours community heroes and welcomes new residents at an Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony

Five award winners have been recognised for their dedication to the Cumberland community at Council’s Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony.

26 Jan 2024

Cumberland Council to hold community event for Australia Day

Cumberland Council is once again set to hold a community event for Australia Day at Holroyd Gardens in Merrylands on Friday 26 January 2024 from 6pm to 9pm.

24 Jan 2024

The Christmas Night Markets will bring festive cheer to Merrylands Civic Square for one night

The Christmas Night Markets will be taking over Merrylands Civic Square transforming the centre into a festive night market for one night only.

12 Dec 2023

Cumberland Council launches “Cooling Cumberland – Beat the Heat" Community Education Campaign

Cumberland Council has launched ‘Cooling Cumberland – Beat the Heat’ campaign to help residents manage extreme heat events with temperatures expected to soar this summer.

8 Dec 2023

The Auburn Botanic Gardens set to transform into a Christmas wonderland for Cumberland Council’s Christmas in the Gardens event

Cumberland Council will be bringing the spirit of Christmas to the Auburn Botanic Gardens with its FREE Christmas in the Gardens event on Saturday 9 December from 5pm to 9pm.

7 Dec 2023

Cumberland Council to celebrate diversity and inclusivity for International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPWD)

28 Nov 2023

Don’t Be A Clown, Just Slow Down’ road safety campaign

Cumberland Council urges motorists to ‘Don’t Be A Clown, Just Slow Down’ in a new road safety campaign.

27 Nov 2023

Cumberland Council is encouraging women to Trade Up to a Better Future – at the Try a Trade Discovery Day

Cumberland Council is helping empower women in their careers by hosting Trade Up to a Better Future - Try a Trade Discovery Day that will be held at Wyatt Park in Lidcombe on Thursday 30 November from 10am to 2pm.

24 Nov 2023

The Civic Park and Pendle Hill Wetland Improvement Project primed for completion in 2024

The Civic Park and Pendle Hill Wetland Improvement Project is one step closer to opening with the project on track for completion in March 2024.

22 Nov 2023

Cumberland Council to unite Western Sydney in a march to end violence against women and girls

Cumberland Council is raising awareness of gender-based violence and local support services available to the community, as part of the United Nations’ 16 days of Activism campaign.

22 Nov 2023

Children and young people to shine at the Merrylands Civic Square School Extravaganza

Over one hundred children and young people from schools in Cumberland will be taking centre stage at the Merrylands Civic Square School Extravaganza.

10 Nov 2023

Cumberland Council encourages residents to stay informed about the dangers of asbestos this November for National Asbestos Awareness Month

As part of National Asbestos Awareness Month, Council will be holding a free online asbestos information session plus 45-minute house inspections to help inform residents about the dangers of asbestos and learn how to protect themselves from exposure.

2 Nov 2023

Cumberland Council welcomes the return of Wenty’s iconic dolphin at the Wentworthville Memorial Swim Centre

A beloved local icon, the “Wenty Dolphin” will be returning home to the Wentworthville Memorial Swim Centre, with an unveiling on Saturday 7 October at 10am.

4 Oct 2023

Cumberland Council installs innovative green carpark in Merrylands to combat urban heating ahead of summer

Council is revolutionising urban parking by developing a green prototype carpark, making it the first of its kind in Cumberland.

29 Sep 2023

Councillor Lisa Lake re-elected as Mayor, Councillor Ola Hamed elected Deputy Mayor, of Cumberland Council

Cumberland Council is pleased to announce that, following an ordinary Meeting of Council on Wednesday 27 September, Councillor Lisa Lake has been re-elected as the Mayor of Cumberland Council alongside Councillor Ola Hamed, who was elected Deputy Mayor.

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