Residents will have no doubt heard of the surprise retirement of Premier Mike Baird last week. His successor, Gladys Berejiklian, has already taken office and said "I'm willing to sit down with my colleagues about that issue (council amalgamations), I've not said one way or another what I will do about it. There's no doubt that some communities would prefer they didn't go through that process."

Strathfield Council 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.

Head to Strathfield Park Thursday 26 January to celebrate Australia Day in Strathfield! There will be a Citizenship Ceremony with the awarding of the Citizens of the Year from 8.30am and from 10am the fun begins with a jumping castle, reptile petting zoo, face painting and free sausage sizzle!

Strathfield Park, Thursday 26 January, 8.30am-1pm

Council has begun upgrade works on the Town Hall on Homebush Road. Work on the supper room has commenced with the installation of a new sink, benches and cabinets as well as appliances including a dishwasher and cook top. The entire Town Hall will be repainted and the bathrooms completely renovated. The clock tower is also having a face-lift with the timber spire being replaced and a fresh coat of paint applied to the clock face. The entire project is due to be finished by April. Council is looking forward to bringing a refreshed look to this important building!

The Water is Life mural is an initiative being undertaken to fight graffiti, a common, unsightly and expensive problem in our area. Council, Sydney Water, the Australian Catholic University and Strathfield South High School have teamed up to paint away the problem on fencing along the Hume Highway at Hedges Avenue. Well done to all involved for finding a creative solution to combat this issue!

Aboriginal history of Strathfield district