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8 March 2018
Return and Earn arrives in Strathfield!
Mayor Vaccari, Deputy Mayor Hall and Councillors Duggan and Pensabene unveiled the first reverse vending machine in Strathfield this week! The machine is located in the Council carpark across from Strathfield Plaza. Residents returning containers will earn 10c for every item.
170 Wheelie Bins of Litter Collected!
Last weekend over 1300 volunteers gave their time to collect litter in Strathfield as put of Clean Up Australia Day. Across 10 sites there was over 20,000 litres of litter collected. This is enough to fill 170 council wheelie bins!
Repairs underway at the underpass
The Strathfield subway lane underpass is looking much brighter as Council has commenced works to improve its aesthetics with the removal of graffiti and applying layers of fresh paint. In the coming weeks the garden beds by the underpass will also be re-landscaped.
Everyone’s invited to Harmony Day!
Cultures combine in this celebration of the many communities who come from across the globe to call Strathfield home! There’s something for everyone with activities, performances and food inspired by our local communities including Korean, Indian, Chinese and more.
When: Sat 24 March, 10am - 3pm
Where: Airey Park - The Crescent, Homebush
Holi Festival of Colours
Mayor Gulian Vaccari joined the Strathfield Australians of Indian Subcontinental Heritage who celebrated the Holi Festival of Colours at Strathfield Park on Sunday 4 March. This colourful Hindu festival is a celebration of good triumphing over evil.
Seniors Festival Program
Strathfield Council is proud to be supporting the 60th anniversary of the Seniors Festival! There is plenty to do with a number of events across 12 days including a special free concert at Strathfield Town Hall on Sunday 8 April by the Strathfield Symphony Orchestra.
When: 4 April - 15 April 2018
Where: Various locations
Registrations essential. For further info visit the website or call 9748 9999.
Council Offices Closure Notice
Council offices will be closed tomorrow for an Industry Public Holiday. Normal hours will resume Mon 12 March.
Council essential services will continue as normal and is contactable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergencies on 9748 9999.
April Council Meeting
Council wishes to advise that the April Council Meeting date has changed from 3 April to 10 April and will commence at 6.30pm.
For a list of the 2018 Council Meetings, please click below.
Throwback Thursday
Seven Miles from Sydney
In 1913 it was believed that Tuberculosis could be cured by moving patients away from cities and sea air to fresh and dry air environments. Thus the slogan “seven miles from Sydney” was used to encourage people to move to Strathfield for a healthier lifestyle.
Words and photo courtesy of Cathy Jones.
Events
Harmony Day Poster ExhibitionWhen: Tues 13 March - Tues 27 March |
Movies in the ParkLion (PG) |
Harmony DayWhen: Sat 24 March, 10am - 3pm |
Seniors FestivalWhen: 4 - 15 April 2018 |
Line DancingWhen: Wednesdays, 7 Feb - 11 Apr 2018, 10.30am - 12pm |
Gentle ExerciseWhen: Thursdays 1 Feb - 12 April, 10.30am - 11.30am |
Computers for SeniorsWhen: Thursdays 1 Feb - 22 Mar, 1pm - 2.30pm |
Boot CampWhen: Fridays 2 Feb - 13 Apr, 9.30am - 10.30am |
Centenary Park PlaygroupWhen: Tuesdays 6 Feb - 10 Apr, 9.30am - 11.30am |
Heart Foundation Walking GroupsMUMS AND BUBS |
Heart Foundation Walking GroupsST. ANNE’S WALKERS |
