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Cumberland City Council puts the spotlight on youth

We’re hosting two events as part of 2021 Youth Week from 16 April to 24 April.

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Pensioner rebates on the table

A voluntary rates rebate for Parramatta pensioners would remain at $100 a year under a proposal that is open for your comments.

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Council exploring alternative models for long day care services

Council exploring alternative models for long day care services

Cumberland City Council’s nine long day care centres are ripe for revitalisation, with fresh new models being explored to improve quality and efficiencies.

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Council gears up for Ramadan 2021

Cumberland City Council will host a social media competition and open-air dining experience to celebrate the month of Ramadan.

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Cumberland City Council release updated Economic Statement

Cumberland City Council has released an updated economic statement revealing progress in performance to restore its financial situation.

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Council unveils revamped $12.2 million Wentworthville Memorial Swim Centre

Council unveils revamped $12.2 million Wentworthville Memorial Swim Centre

Mayor of Cumberland City Council, Steve Christou has opened the doors to the newly renovated Wentworthville Memorial Swim Centre.

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Cumberland City Council partners with Auburn SES to provide relief

Cumberland City Council have partnered with the Auburn State Emergency Services (SES) to assist with relief efforts for residents impacted by flooding and wet weather.

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Cumberland City gears up for 2021 Seniors Festival

Council is celebrating this year’s Seniors Festival with events including bus trips and a golf day planned from 13 to 24 April 2021 across Cumberland City.

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Cumberland City recognised for improved DA processing times

Council has been invited to submit an application for up to $5.5 million in funding under the NSW Public Spaces Legacy Program, as recognition by the NSW Government for its efforts in improving DA processing times.

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English classes for residents and newly arrived migrants

Cumberland City Council has partnered with the Career Pathways and Employability Skills Section at TAFE NSW Liverpool, to provide free English classes for local residents and newly arrived migrants.

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Cumberland City to celebrate heritage with local awards

Mayor Steve Christou is encouraging heritage enthusiasts and heritage homeowners to apply for this year’s Local Heritage Awards and celebrate Cumberland City’s local history.

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Have your say on future planning for Granville

Cumberland City Council wants to hear from residents about how they want Granville Town Centre and surrounds to look and feel in the coming years.

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Council passes resolution to host multicultural community events

Council passes resolution to host multicultural community events

Mayor of Cumberland City, Steve Christou is proud to announce that Council unanimously voted and reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to continue celebrating and hosting cultural events including Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan and the Cherry Blossom Festival

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Roll up your sleeves for Clean Up Australia Day

Roll up your sleeves for Clean Up Australia Day

Mayor Steve Christou is calling on residents to lend a hand this Clean up Australia Day, with Cumberland City Council inviting the community to join its annual event at the Holroyd Gardens, in Merrylands on Sunday, 7 March 2021 from 8:30am.

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Traditional lion dance in Berala to support local business

Traditional lion dance in Berala to support local business

Cumberland City Council has celebrated local businesses in Berala with a traditional lion dance weaving through Berala’s business district today, to bring prosperity and good fortune as part of Lunar New Year celebrations.

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Works kick off to transform Parramatta Road corridor

Works kick off to transform Parramatta Road corridor

Work is underway on a series of projects that will breathe new life into Parramatta Road and improve Auburn’s liveability, as part of the NSW Government’s $198m Improvement Program.

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Council awards grant to support migrant women

Council awards grant to support migrant women

Mayor of Cumberland City Council Steve Christou has awarded the Mayoral Community Fund grant to support a Cultural Exchange Reunion event for migrant women at the newly built Granville Centre.

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Response to claims about cancelling Lunar New Year

Mayor Steve Christou did not cancel the Lunar New Year Festival, which is usually held in Cumberland City each year.

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Cumberland Mayor Steve Christou Supports Lunar New Year

Cumberland Mayor Steve Christou Supports Lunar New Year

In today’s Sun-Herald an article was printed which implies I do not support Lunar New Year. That could not be further from the truth.

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Response to “disappointing” comments about Berala

Response to “disappointing” comments about Berala

Cumberland City Mayor Steve Christou has responded to comments made by NSW Finance and Small Business Minister, Damien Tudehope.

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First Mayor’s grave restored

The gravesite of the first mayor of the Municipality of Prospect and Sherwood, the predecessor of the former Holroyd Council, Arthur Holroyd has been restored after years of neglect.

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Council moves forward with rates harmonisation plan

Council moves forward with rates harmonisation plan

Cumberland City Council is moving ahead with a proposal to harmonise its rates structure, starting 1 July 2021.

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COVID Safe Australia Day to go ahead in Cumberland City

COVID Safe Australia Day to go ahead in Cumberland City

Cumberland City Council has announced a line-up of renowned local artists for their COVID-safe Australia Day event at the Holroyd Gardens on 26 January 2021.

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Cumberland City Council wins appeal against mosque development

Cumberland City Council wins appeal against mosque development

A development application for the construction of a mosque in Factory Street Granville has been refused after the Land and Environment Court ruled to dismiss the appeal.

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Cumberland Conversations – Council’s new Have your Say platform

There’s a new way to Have Your Say at Cumberland City with the launch of Cumberland Conversations, Council’s latest initiative to involve the community in projects and ideas across the Local Government Area (LGA).

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Cumberland City Council urges residents to mask-up

Cumberland City Council is urging residents to wear a mask in light of recent updates to the Public Health Order and residents contracting the COVID-19 virus in suburbs including Berala, Greystanes and Smithfield.

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Update on childcare services

Update on childcare services

Cumberland City Council will be moving to a select tender process in early 2021, for an external provider to manage its long day care services.

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Planning applications move online to NSW Planning Portal

The NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE) has developed a Planning Portal that enables online submission of development applications (DAs) and other planning related applications to Council.

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Cumberland City Year 6 graduates offered sport prize

At the Council meeting on 2 December 2020, Mayor Steve Christou moved a motion offering all local year six students a one-time twin pass to a swimming pool of their choice within the Cumberland City Council Local Government Area, or a one-hour free access pass to The Granville Centre synthetic court

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What’s on in Cumberland City this Christmas

Cumberland City Council is encouraging residents to participate in a full program of activities on offer to celebrate Christmas this year.

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OOSH service for Pendle Hill Public School

OOSH service for Pendle Hill Public School

Cumberland City Council will cease its out of school hours (OOSH) service for Pendle Hill Public School at the end of Term 1 in 2021.

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Cumberland City acknowledges the ability in disability

Cumberland City Council is marking International Day of People with Disability which occurs globally on 3 December, with a range of activities across its services.

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Shop in Cumberland City and win $100 voucher

Cumberland City Council has launched a 'Shop Local this Holiday Season’ campaign, including an online competition where you can win up to three vouchers for Stockland Mall, to attract shoppers to buy from Cumberland City businesses over the Black Friday, Christmas and New Year holidays.

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Australia Day celebrations to go ahead in Cumberland City

Cumberland City Council is encouraging residents to celebrate Australia’s rich cultural heritage and come together at the Holroyd Gardens to celebrate Australia Day on 26 January 2021.

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Cumberland City Swim Centres open for summer

With our iconic Aussie summer on its way, it’s time to pull out your swimsuit and goggles and get ready to make a splash at one of Cumberland City’s swim centres this summer.

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Media Statement - The Granville Centre library closed for repairs after accident

Media Statement - The Granville Centre library closed for repairs after accident

The library at the Granville Centre is temporarily closed and a driver is under investigation after crashing into the front of the building overnight.

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