Regents Park Library Precinct Upgrade – Temporary Closure.
Regents Park Library will be temporarily closed for essential upgrade works from Monday 3 August 2026 to Sunday 16 August 2026. The library will reopen to the public on Monday 17 August 2026. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Reduce and recycle

We can all reduce waste and help the environment. And we can save money and help our gardens when we do. The Council services, programs and tips will show you how.

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We work with local community and business, helping to protect our natural environment and ensuring that waste goes in the right place.

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Waste in the right place

Discover which items you can dispose of in your yellow lid recycling bin and which items are better placed in your red lid general waste bin.

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The Bower Collection and Rehoming Service

The Bower Collection and Rehoming Service provides Cumberland City Council residents with reusing and rehoming options for items that are still in good condition.

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Bags from Banners Project

This initiative was designed to reduce waste and give new life to retired street flag banners by repurposing them in creative, practical ways—supporting both environmental responsibility and local organisations.

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Get a compost bin or worm farm

They are great for reducing organic waste and will provide rich, natural fertiliser that’s great for gardens. Buy a compost bin or worm farm and you could get up to $50 back with our rebate program.

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Stop food waste. Save money

Every week, a huge amount of food goes into the garbage bin unnecessarily.

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Container Deposit Scheme

The 'Container Deposit Scheme', also known as 'Return and Earn', allows you to earn a 10 cent refund on many approved containers.

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Conserve energy and water

Council is committed to reducing its environmental footprint by using energy and water efficiency across its facilities.

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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.