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Arts, Culture and Events Advisory Committee

Advises Council on creative arts, cultural development and events in Cumberland.

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Cumberland Heritage Advisory Committee

Provides advice to the Council on matters related to the conservation, management, and promotion of heritage in Cumberland.

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Wentworthville Community Garden Section 355 Committee

This committee provides care, control and management of this Council garden and it's facilities.

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Flood Risk Management Committee

A forum to discuss issues relevant to flood risk management studies and plans for Cumberland.

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Library Advisory Committee

Provides a forum for discussion on Library matters and makes recommendations to Council.

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Community Engagement Strategy 2025-2029

This strategy outlines the guiding principles and approach for ensuring the community has an opportunity to have their say in a meaningful way.

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Development Application Tracking

Track the progress of a Development Application from lodgement to determination by agreeing to the terms and conditions below and clicking on the link to Application Tracking.

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News

Cumberland Leads Nation with Cool Carpark That Reduces Surface Temperatures by up to 50%

Environmental monitoring at the Holroyd Gardens Carpark shows vine-covered structure reduces surface temperatures by up to 50%, improves thermal comfort by 10°C and lowers air temperatures by up to 2.5°C.

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Library membership and borrowing

Information on using the Library's resources and materials. If you are not a member - join online.

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Local history resources

Cumberland City Library Service houses an excellent range of historic government documents, files, reports, and newspapers for the local area.

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National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Cumberland City Council is an NDIS Service Provider and requires NDIS registration before you can access many of its disability services.

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Vehicle Hire Fees and Charges for 2025/2026

The below listed vehicles area available for hire. All vehicles are accessible. Fees are subject to change at any time.

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Vehicle Hire

The following Cumberland City Council vehicles are available for hire.

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Companion animal registration fees

Fees correct as of 1 July 2025

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Microchipping and registration

Microchipping and registering your pet dog or cat isn’t just wise, it’s a legal requirement.

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Stormwater and Flood Maps

Find stormwater and flooding development standards and related forms.

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Hawkesbury Companion Animal Shelter

Stray animals, lost pets and unwanted cats and dogs are usually taken to this facility for rehoming and other services.

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Get a green garden bin

You could reduce your waste by getting a green garden bin, now available to residential non-strata properties across Cumberland.

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Responsible pet ownership

Desexing and microchipping your cat or dog are highly recommended for many health and safety reasons. All dogs and cats need to be registered.

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Commercial Waste Collection

Council provides commercial garbage services to ensure that all businesses across the local government area have access to an environmentally safe and secure collection process.

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Fees and Charges

Find current and past fees and charges information.

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Display of Goods on Council Footpaths

We actively support local businesses promoting trade by displaying goods on council footpaths within its LGA.

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Ceremonies

Welcome to the beautiful, historical and adoring Holroyd Gardens. We look forward to greeting and celebrating with you, your family, your friends and your guests at your special, memorable and loving Wedding Ceremony Venue.

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Tree management

Trees play a key role in our ecosystem. They help to provide habitat for wildlife, connect our green corridors, clean our air and cool our streets.

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Environmental Programs

Cumberland City Council is calling on residents to get involved in our Environmental Programs

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History of the City of Holroyd

The City of Holroyd was created on 5 July 1872 and was originally known as the Municipality of Prospect and Sherwood.

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Family history resources

Discover your family history at one of our libraries. A wide range of resources are available, plus links to third party databases.

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Flood Management

Council has a robust and effective process for managing flooding. Council uses Floodplain Risk Management Studies and Plans to outline flood mitigation measures and to reduce the risk of flooding.

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Cumberland Local Planning Panel (CLPP)

The Cumberland Local Planning Panel (CLPP) is a panel comprising of a chairman, two independent experts as well as a community representative.

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Smoke alarms

Read about what smoke alarms are required for different dwellings and get more information from Fire and Rescue NSW.

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Cumberland City Council’s Banner to Bags Campaign Turning Waste into Opportunity

In celebration of Plastic Free July 2025, Cumberland City Council is proud to highlight the success of its Banners to Bags campaign, a community-driven and creative initiative turning waste into opportunity.

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Voluntary Planning Agreements

A Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) is an agreement entered into by a planning authority (such as Cumberland City Council) and a developer.

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Local Environmental Plan (LEP)

LEPs provide the legislative framework for land use and development in a Local Government Area (LGA) through land use zones and planning controls.

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Planning Applications now in the NSW Planning Portal

Planning applications need to be lodged electronically through the Planning Portal managed by the NSW Government.

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Planning Proposals

A planning proposal is a request to amend a Local Environmental Plan (LEP) through the ‘Gateway’ process.

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Works within roads and footpaths

Apply for an approval or permit under the Roads Act 1993 and/or the Local Government Act 1993 for certain activities on roads, footpaths or carparks.

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