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13 June 2019
Food Safety Spotlight
Congratulations to Min Chung and his team at Food World on their successful food safety and hygiene inspection. Strathfield Council is pleased to give them a 4-star Scores on Doors rating! Min has attended Council’s quarterly Food Safety Seminars, improving skills and knowledge of food handlers within the food retail businesses across the LGA.
Food World is located in Strathfield Plaza.
June Council Meeting Recap
Are you keeping up to date with Council’s latest undertakings? Watch the Mayor’s highlights of the Ordinary Council Meeting which took place on Tuesday 4 June.
There’s Still Time to Register!
Runners, get race ready! The Cooks River Fun Run is fast approaching! If you haven’t registered yet, online entries will remain open until 8am on Sunday 23 June. Featuring a 5km run, 5km walk, 10km run and a 2km kids run from Freshwater Park to Ford Park, it’s a great way to get your fitness levels up and support Bowel Cancer Australia.
When: Sunday 23 June
Where: Freshwater Park, Strathfield
Graduated Licensing Scheme
Teach a learner driver how to make smart choices on the road! Register today for a free workshop and learn all the simple steps to help learner drivers become safe drivers.
When: Monday 17 June, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Ironbark Room at Strathfield Library
Shape Your Career!
Acquire the skills and information to get workforce ready and register for Council’s Shaping My Career 8 week program.
When:11:30am-2:30pm
Mondays 22 July – 9 September
Thursdays 25 July – 12 September
Where: Strathfield Community Centre – 1B Bates Street
Connecting You to Strathfield
Trial runs of the Strathfield Connector blue route have begun! Hop on the bus and get connected to the local shops, restaurants, businesses and other parts of the LGA. Visit our website for more details and frequently asked questions.
Sweeping the Streets
Did you know leaf litter can clog stormwater drains and pollute waterways? An effective way to stop this is by sweeping your gutters and driveways and ensuring you place leaves in your green bin. Causing leaf litter to enter waterways can attract a fine of up to $4,000.
Notification of Public Hearing
A public hearing regarding the reclassification of the land at No 1 Loftus Street, Homebush from “community” to “operational” land will be held on Wednesday 3 July 2019, 6pm-7pm at Strathfield Library. Submissions must be made before 5pm Wednesday 26 June 2019.
Beginner's Photography Course
Do you want to gain a new skill? Join the Beginner’s Photography Course running for 7 weeks for just $160 per person! Classes will cover beginner’s essentials including the foundations of photography.
When: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Thursdays, 20 June – 8 August
Where: High Street Library
Community News
Strathfield Obstetrician, gynaecologist awarded Medal of the Order of Australia
Dr Quang Phu Ho has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for his outstanding contribution to the lives of others. Dr Ho works with expectant mothers and their families, couples struggling with fertility and teaches junior medical doctors. He draws inspiration from the motto “by helping other people you will find happiness”.
Dr Ho is a Strathfield resident and Council congratulates him on this momentous achievement.
Events
Gentle Exercise
When: Thursdays 2 May – 4 July, 10:30am-11:30am
Where: Bates Street Community Centre
Cost: $6
Yoga Night Program
When: Wednesdays 8 May – 3 July, 6pm-7pm
Where: High street Library
Cost: $5 per class
Chinese Art and Calligraphy
When: Tuesdays 7 May – 2 July
Where: High Street Library
Cost: $10 per class
Community Choir
When: Wednesdays 15 May – 3 July, 6:30pm-8pm
Where: Strathfield Town Hall
