Strathfield Answers the Call 1914-1918

Discover the stories of those who answered the call by attending a historical talk, From Homebush to Hill 60: the Letters of Roy Richards by Jenny MacRitchie this Saturday 1 May at 2pm. 

Homebush Village Upgrade

Works will begin on 17 May to install new festoon lighting, pavement and seating as part of the Homebush Village upgrade.

Reading Buddies

Help your child improve their reading skills through the Reading Buddies Program running Mondays-Fridays, 3.30-4.30pm. Register your interest by completing an application form online. 

Have Your Say - Ends 30 April

You can still have your say on the future of Hudson Park, and go in the draw to win a $50 shopping voucher!  Complete the survey now!

Cooks River Fun Run

Looking for a fun and fit family activity? Register today for the Cooks River Fun Run! There's a number of different categories ensuring there is something for everyone. 

If you'd like to volunteer at the event, please submit your application form via our website. 

April Council Meeting

Watch the highlights from this month's Council Meeting and stay up-to-date with everything that's happening in our area.

24-Hour Emergency Helpline

If you know an Australian citizen or permanent resident who is overseas in India at this time and needs consular assistance, please contact the Australian Consular Emergency Helpline at 1300 555 135.

Conversation Club

Practice speaking English with a group of people from Strathfield on Thursdays, 10am-12pm at the Strathfield Library & Innovation Hub.

Shades for Local Playgrounds

Good quality shade can protect you from the sun and help lower risk of skin cancer. Complete a short survey conducted by Cancer Institute NSW in partnership with Queensland University of Technology, to help build a shady, cool and sun-safe environment for our local playgrounds. Surveys close on Monday 31 May 2021. 

Sergeant Alexander Hood

Scottish-born contractor, Sergeant Alexander Hood (SERN: 3607) served with the 1st Australian Tunnelling Company. In June 1917, at Messines, Belgium, the detonation of 19 mines resulted in a staggering 10,000 German casualties before the battle even began. The 1st Australian Tunnelling Company was responsible for firing the mines at the northern end, beneath the enemy’s trenches. Hood was killed, with three other soldiers, on 31 October 1917, when a shell hit the cookhouse near the Menin-Ypres road in Belgium. Aged 43, he left a wife and eight children to mourn his death at their home Strachur, 109 Rochester Street Homebush.