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14 June 2018

 
 

Council Community Grants Now Open

Strathfield Council recognises the important role of community groups within the Strathfield LGA. You can get a helping hand from Council through the Community and Event Grant programs. Applications close 30 June. 

Community Grant
Community Event Grant
 
 
 
 
 
Community Grants
 
 
Cooks River Fun Run

On Your Marks!

The Cooks River Fun Run is on next Sunday! Test your endurance with the 5km or 10km run; go your own pace with the 5km walk; or join the family fun of the 2km kids run - there is something for everyone!  

When: Sunday 24 June
Where: Start and finish at Freshwater Park, Strathfield - Turn around at Ford Park

Register Now
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Resident Info Evening

Resident Information Evening

Current local and state planning strategies are impacting on the Strathfield LGA. Council invites you to an Information Session on the current plans affecting Strathfield:

-  Greater Sydney Region Plan
-  Eastern City District Plan
-  Parramatta Road Development Controls 
-  Low Rise Medium Density Code

When: 6 - 8pm, Wednesday 27 June
Where: Strathfield Town Hall,
65 Homebush Rd, Strathfield

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Compost Revolution

Have You Joined the Compost Revolution?

Strathfield Council are offering residents 50% off compost bins, worm farms and Bokashi bins with free delivery! 20% of our allocation has already been snapped up, so get in quick! 

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Appointment of Independent Members

Appointment of Independent Members

Council is seeking expressions of interest from independent external applicants to actively contribute to the Audit Committee. Applicants must reside in the Strathfield LGA.

Expressions of interest close at 5pm on Sunday 24 June.

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You Talkin’ To Me?

You Talkin’ To Me?

The Australian Hearing bus has provided more than 28,000 free hearing checks to communities across Australia, and it will be making its way to Strathfield soon! Head over for a free hearing check with friendly professionals.

When: 9am - 4pm, 5 - 6 July
Where: Strathfield Square

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Augustus Loftus Reserve

Augustus Loftus Reserve

Augustus Loftus Reserve playground will be updated with wet pour rubber, for better child safety and wheelchair accessibility. The work is due to be completed in 2 weeks, weather permitting.

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July Council Meeting

Council wish to advise that a Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tue 3 July at 6.30pm in Strathfield Council Chambers.

For a list of 2018 Council Meetings, please click here.

 
 
 
 
 
Throwback Thursday
 

Throwback Thursday

New Franklins Shop Strathfield 1981

In its former glory days, Franklins relocated their Strathfield store inside the plaza in 1981, which was their largest supermarket at the time.  Once famous for its “No Frills” brands and low prices, Franklins sold its last store in 2015, and their store in Strathfield Plaza is now occupied by Woolworths.

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Words and photo courtesy of Cathy Jones.

 
 
 

Events

 
Art of Ageing

Art of Ageing Exhibition

When: 17 May - 15 June
Where: High Street Library - 64 High Street, Strathfield

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Little Bang Discovery Club

Little Bang Discovery Club

When: 1 - 22 June
Where: Strathfield Library

Find out more
 
 

Cooks River Fun Run

When: 24 June
Where: Freshwater Park, Strathfield

Find out more
 
 
Resident Info Evening

Resident Information Evening

When: Wed 27 June
Where: Strathfield Town Hall 

Find out more
 
 
Mums & Bubs Walking Group

Heart Foundation Walking Groups

MUMS AND BUBS
When: Tue 9am
Where: Homebush West Public School
Cost: FREE

Find out more
 
 
St. Anne's Walkers

Heart Foundation Walking Groups

ST. ANNE’S WALKERS
When: Thu / Sat 8am, Tue 4pm
Where: St Anne’s Church, Homebush Road Strathfield
Cost: FREE

Find out more
 
 
Friday Variety Program

Friday Variety Program

When: Fri 10am
Where: Strathfield Community Centre - 1B Bates St, Strathfield

Find out more
 
 
Twilight Tours

Twilight Tours

When: Various dates and locations. 
Registrations essential; please call 9748 9999

Find out more
 
 
Playgroup

Playgroup

When: Tue 8 May - 3 Jul, 9.30am - 11.30am
Where: Courallie Ave, Homebush West

Find out more
 
 
Bootcamp

Bootcamp

When: Fri 4 May - 4 Jul, 9.30am - 10.30am
Where: Edwards Park, High Street Library

Find out more
 
 
Chatterbox Cafe

Chatterbox Cafe

When: 7 May - 2 Jul
Where: Various dates and locations

Find out more
 
 
Conversation Club

Conversation Club

When: Thu 3 May - 5 Jul, 10am - 12pm
Where: Strathfield Library

Find out more
 
 
Chinese Art & Caligraphy

Chinese Art and Calligraphy

When: Tue 8 May - 3 Jul, 9.30am - 12pm
Where: High Street Library

Find out more
 
 
 
 
 

Need to get in touch?

Customer Service is open Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm
Council is contactable for emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on (02) 9748 9999

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Strathfield Council
6S Homebush Road Strathfield NSW 2135
E: council@strathfield.nsw.gov.au 
T: (02) 9748 9999
W: www.strathfield.nsw.gov.au
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