Strathfield Making a Difference

Almost 100 large garbage bags filled to the brim with warm blankets, linen, coats and jackets were packed and sent this week to partner charities St Merkorious and St Pauls Burwood! These fantastic organisations will distribute the items to people experiencing homelessness.

Thank you to our Appeal partners:

• Homebush Public School
• Homebush Boys High School - Interact Club
• Strathfield Rotary Club
• Santa Sabina College
• Tamil Senior Group
• Office of Jodi McKay Member for Strathfield

Thank you for your support and making someone’s winter warmer and brighter!

Stallholder Applications are Now Open!

If you think you’ve got what it takes to impress residents and visitors of Strathfield, then get a head start on your stallholder applications and save up to 25%!, then apply now! The Spring Festival is Strathfield’s biggest family fun event that draws people from across Sydney including the Inner-West. Early bird applications close on Friday 26 July at 5pm.  

When: Saturday 7 September 2019

National Tree Day

Get ready to roll up your sleeves, put on your gloves and plant some trees! It’s time to keep Strathfield a beautiful place! First 300 planters who register will receive a free lunch. Click the link below to register and join the fun.

When: Sunday 28 July 2019, 10am-1pm
Where: Bressington Park, Homebush

July Council Meeting Recap

Parks, planning and more! Watch this recap of the recent Council Meeting and keep up to date with the happenings in your area.

Library Lockers

Council is improving the way you access library services. New locker systems will be installed soon where customers will be able to collect and drop off books 24/7, after ordering them online. More information will be released in the months to come and all library customers will be kept up to date on all changes.

Strathfield Council Community Grants Program

 Are you a local not-for-profit or have an upcoming event? Strathfield Council has once again opened applications for Community and Events Grants to assist local organisations carry out initiatives that enhance the community. Don’t miss out and apply now! Applications close on Wednesday 31 July 2019 at 5pm.

Walking the Walk

Council have recently fixed up the footpath on The Boulevarde and Liverpool Road. Thank you to those who worked diligently on this project!

‘I’d like to say how delighted we are to see our Council work hard to lift up the area and provide safe and easy pedestrian access to our local businesses. Since the path was completed, we’ve had numerous clients comment on how picturesque our business area is and we feel it is an indication of how supportive our Council are of local business.’ – Richard, business owner

New ID requirements for animal welfare

The NSW Government has introduced a new law for pet owners selling or giving away their cats or dogs. From 1 July 2019, owners are required to include an identification number in all advertisements.  The changes will assist potential pet owners to make an informed decision about the dogs or cats they are buying.

Zumba

When: Tuesdays, 23 July – 24 September, 10am-11am
Where: Bates Street Community Centre
Cost: $7 per class

Community Education for Seniors – NSW Police Auburn LAC

When: Friday 12 July, 10am-11:30am
Where: High Street Community Library

 Conversation Club

When: Thursdays, 25 July – 26 September, 10am-12pm
Where: Strathfield Main Library

Gentle Exercise

When: Thursdays, 25 July – 26 September, 10:30am-11:30am
Where: Bates Street Community Centre
Cost: $6