Premier Gladys Berejiklian has wasted no time in her new job, reshuffling her cabinet and appointing several new positions. Member for Vaucluse, The Hon. Gabrielle Upton MP has been announced as the new Minister for Local Government. Ms Upton has not yet made her current position on amalgamations known, however she has in the past shown strong vocal opposition to forced amalgamations garnering support from her electorate in a 10,000+ signature petition, in addition to activism against the merger in her council of Woollahra.

The NSW State Government is currently in discussions about the future of forced amalgamations. Council will keep you updated, and continues to review its legal options in light of any new developments regarding amalgamation.

Merger Survey

Please take a moment to answer a short 2 question survey on the proposed merger of Strathfield, Burwood and City of Canada Bay Councils.

The newly redeveloped Town Centre was re-opened on Australia Day last week! The work commenced in October and included the installation of trees and planter boxes, new paving, catenary lighting and a refresh of the traditional fountain. Council would like to thank residents for their patience whilst work was being undertaken. We hope you enjoy the new space!    

Strathfield Library has a number of English language newspapers for the public to view in the library. These popular titles include The Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian and The Financial Review, The Daily Telegraph, The Sunday Telegraph, The Sun Herald and the Sunday Times.

We also hold Community Language Newspaper titles including The Australian Chinese Daily, The Australian New Express Daily, The Hanho Korean Daily (Friday Edition) and The Virakesari.

Pomeroy House

‘Pomeroy House’ (originally named ‘Laira’) was built c.1887 and located on the east side of Wentworth Road, Homebush (which has since been partly renamed Park Road). The first occupant was John Pomeroy (d.1906), a partner in the retailer David Jones & Co from 1875 to 1892. Its advertisement for sale in 1908 stated “The district enjoys a splendid crisp atmosphere; and this freehold is commended to the notice of seekers of a Delightful House and Grounds.”

The National Trust classified ‘Pomeroy House’ in the early 1970’s but it was demolished amid much controversy to make way for the M4 motorway (though the eventual motorway was located on a different site).