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5 July 2018

 
 

Time to be a Hero!

The Strathfield Spring Festival is back in 2018 with special guests PJ Masks! Join us for a fun filled day of carnival rides, pony rides, stalls, food, sports displays and another headline act to be announced!

When: Saturday 1 September, 10am – 5pm
Where: Strathfield Park

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Cooks River Fun Run
 
 
Resident Info Evening

Strathfield National Tree Day

If you believe in a beautiful Strathfield, or you just love planting, make sure you take part in the Strathfield National Tree Day event which includes a compost bin raffle, free food, eco car display and big plant giveaway!

When: Sunday 29 July, 9.30am – 12.30pm
Where: Cooke Park, Belfield
Registrations are essential.

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Compost Revolution

War Memorial Grant

The Hon. Scott Farlow MLC met with Mayor Gulian Vaccari on 27 June to announce that Council will receive a grant of $3,900 to conserve and upgrade the Enfield War Memorial as part of the NSW Government Community War Memorial Fund.

 

NAIDOC Week Art Exhibition

Congratulations to the winners and runners up of the 2018 NAIDOC Week Art Exhibition, who were announced at the opening night on Thursday 28 June. Be sure to visit High Street Library to view these creative submissions by Thursday 12 July!

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Arthur Street Upgrade

Arthur Street (from Francis Street to Mackenzie Street) has recently been reconstructed and repaired. All of the funding for this project was provided by the RMS Block Grant Scheme which will ensure the road serves our community for another 40 years.

 
 

Be Great and Nominate

The Australian of the Year Awards recognise individuals who are changing lives and Australian society for the better in four categories: Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year and Australia’s Local Hero. Nominate someone today and give our nation’s finest the recognition they deserve.

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Appointment of Independent Members

Need a helping hand?

Does your organisation need a helping hand? Applications for Community and Community Events Grants are open until 13 July! Express your interest today; you never know where it could lead.

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You Talkin’ To Me?

Elliott Reserve

The dog off-leash area in Elliott Reserve, Belfield has just had a new drinking fountain installed which features both a human bubbler and dog friendly bubbler! Perfect for our furry friends.   

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Throwback Thursday
 

Throwback Thursday

‘Milroy’ Albert Road

‘Milroy’ was one of Sydney’s grandest mansions and was built c.1882 for tobacco merchant George Todman. The vast estate was located on the corner of Albert Rd and Homebush Rd, and part of Strathfield Girls High is located on this site. Milroy was demolished in the 1930s after Todman’s death.

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Words and photo courtesy of Cathy Jones.

 
 
 

Events

 
NAIDOC Week Art Exhibition

NAIDOC Week Art Exhibition

When: 28 Jun - 12 Jul
Where: High Street Library

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Twilight Tours

National Tree Day

When: Sun 29 Jul
9.30am – 12.30pm 
Where: Cooke Park, Strathfield

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e-waste

E-Waste Drop Off Day

When: Sun 12 Aug
10am-3pm
Where: Strathfield Council Depot

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Resident Info Evening

Strathfield Spring Festival

When:10am – 5pm, Saturday 1 September 
Where: Strathfield Park

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Mums & Bubs Walking Group

Heart Foundation Walking Groups

MUMS & BUBS
When: Thurs & Sat 8am, Tues 4pm
Where: St Anne’s Church,Strathfield
Cost: FREE

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Playgroup

Twilight Tours

When:  Various dates 
Where: Various locations
Registrations are essential; please call 9748 9999.

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Need to get in touch?

Customer Service is open Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm
Council is contactable for emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on (02) 9748 9999

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Strathfield Council
6S Homebush Road Strathfield NSW 2135
E: council@strathfield.nsw.gov.au 
T: (02) 9748 9999
W: www.strathfield.nsw.gov.au
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