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29 May 2025
Cr John-Paul Baladi, Mayor of Strathfield
Dear Residents,
There's only 4 days to go until Strathfield Council celebrates its 140th Anniversary. We will commence celebrations with a Ceremonial Council Meeting on Monday 2 June and will officially open our Celebrating Strathfield: 140 Years exhibition at 6pm, Thursday 5 June at the Ironbark Gallery. This exhibition was produced in collaboration with the Strathfield-Homebush District Historical Society.
I hope you will join us next weekend as the 140 year festivities continue at Homebush Vibes on 7 and 8 June! See Rochester Street come to life for a weekend filled with cultural performances, live music, delicious food from local businesses, face painting, craft activities and more!
As always, if you have a local concern or idea you’d like to share, you can reach me on 0478 054 241 or at cr.jpbaladi@strathfield.nsw.gov.au.
Let's celebrate our local area: Strathfield Council is turning 140 💙💚
You are invited to step back in time and explore the journey of the Strathfield district over 140 years! Our anniversary exhibition is now open in the Ironbark Gallery which showcases the rich heritage, diverse communities and transformative moments that have shaped the Strathfield district.
You are also more than welcome to join us at the official opening which will take place 6pm, Thursday 5 June 2025 at the Ironbark Gallery. Please submit your RSVP by emailing exhibitions@strathfield.nsw.gov.au
A Seniors Morning Tea for this exhibition will take place at the Ironbark Room in Strathfield Library on Friday 13 June from 10am – 12pm. Registrations are essential and can be made via this link.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with the Strathfield-Homebush District Historical Society.
Join us at Homebush Vibes 7-8 June 🥳💃🎶
Music, roving entertainment & yummy eats - Homebush Vibes has it all! Join us for two fun-filled days of great entertainment, cultural performances, and children’s activities that the whole family will enjoy!
Food vouchers to the value of $10 is also available*!
📆 Saturday 7 June 2025, 1pm - 9pm
📆 Sunday 8 June 2025, 10am - 6pm
📍Rochester St, Homebush
Funding for this project has been provided by the NSW Government.
*Limited of 1 voucher pp until allocation exhausted. Only redeemable in select businesses only. Same day expiry applies.
Changes to Additional Residential Waste Services ♻️🗑️
Council is updating additional residential waste services. Following a recent review, Council has identified properties receiving additional waste services without charge. To ensure fairness and proper cost management, unpaid additional services will be discontinued.
If your property is receiving additional bins beyond the standard waste service, we kindly ask that you either:
- Return additional bin(s) to Council no later than 31 July 2025 - Place your bin on the kerbside and contact Council for collection.
- Apply to continue receiving the additional service(s) no later than 31 July 2025 - Complete a Residential Waste Bin Application Form and return to Council for processing. Fees to apply.
Note: Bins not presented for collection may be assumed to be in use, and your
property may then be charged the relevant fees.
For more information and to find out how you are affected, click the learn more button below.
Information Planning Session 📆
Are you a developer, builder, or community member keen to share feedback and ideas on planning and development matters within the Strathfield LGA directly with Council?
Strathfield Council’s upcoming information session is your opportunity to meet members of the Planning & Place team and stay up to date on development and building related subjects.
📅 Wednesday 11 June 2025
🕦 5:30pm to 7:00pm
📍Iron Bark Room - Strathfield Council Library
Please RSVP by Tuesday 10 June 2025 to Council’s Planning & Operations Coordinator, George Andonoski, george.andonoski@strathfield.nsw.gov.au
Comments invited on the Draft Delivery Program 2025-2029 and Operational Plan 2025-2026 💬
To support the Community Strategic Plan, which has been reviewed and exhibited, the following plans and strategies have been reviewed and are presented for public feedback:
- A new four year Delivery Program 2025-2029
- A new one year Operational Plan 2025-2026 including revenue policy, budget
- Draft fees and charges for 2025-2026
- Workforce Management Plan
The draft documents are on exhibition for community feedback until 31 May 2025. Your feedback will be considered prior to Council adopting the new plan at the scheduled meeting of 23 June 2025.
How to provide feedback:
- Completing online submission form
- Mail your submission to PO Box 120, Strathfield NSW 2135 marked 'CSP 2025' or visit Council's Customer Service Centre during business hours.
- Email your submission to council@strathfield.nsw.gov.au marked 'CSP 2025'
Bridge to Opportunities Employment Expo 💼😀
Looking for work? Need help getting job-ready? Want to connect directly with employers? Join us for a 2-day Employment Expo!
EMPLOYMENT PREPARTION WORKSHOP:
📅 Thursday 5th June
🕦 9:30am - 1:00pm
📍 Strathfield Town Hall
EMPLOYMENT EXPO:
📅 Friday 6th June
🕦 10am - 2pm
📍 Strathfield Town Hall
This is your chance to get resume support, explore job opportunities, and network!
The ‘Bridge to Opportunities Employment Expo’ is an initiative of the Burwood-Strathfield Multicultural Network.
National Reconciliation Week - 27 May 3 June ⚫🟡🔴
This National Reconciliation Week, Strathfield Council had the pleasure of having Aboriginal Elder Uncle John and Aunty Liz at Strathfield Library yesterday morning for a smoking ceremony.
Those who attended were then treated to a morning tea of scones and jams with Australian native ingredients.
Thank you to everyone in the local community who participated.
"Bridging Now to Next" is the theme for National Reconciliation Week 2025. It's a powerful call for all Australians to unite, learn from the past, and forge a shared future, continuously pushing for progress.
COMMUNITY NEWS
HIV - What you need to know webinar
Navigating the Australian healthcare system and HIV support services can be overwhelming.
HIV Testing Week 2025 is coming up in early June. The NSW Multicultural HIV and Hepatitis Service (MHAHS) and Pozhet invite you to join them in increasing HIV awareness, supporting people living with HIV and working to eliminate HIV stigma and discrimination.
Register now for their free Lunch & Learn: ‘HIV what you need to know’ webinar. This informative online session is tailored for community workers and will unpack the latest in HIV testing, treatment, combating stigma and how to support communities to access health services and support.
📅 Wednesday 4 June 2025
🕦12:00 PM - 1:00 PM GMT+10
📍Online event
EVENTS
Preschool Story Time
When: 4 June 2025
Time: 10.30 - 11.15am
Where: Strathfield Library
Seniors Morning Tea
When: Friday 13 June
Time: 10 - 12pm
Where: Ironbark Gallery, Strathfield Council Library
RSVPs Essential
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Development Application
6 William St, Strathfield South 2136 NSW
10.2025.62.1
15/05/2025
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a two storey dwelling.
Development Application
9 Ravenna St, Strathfield 2135 NSW
10.2017.183.3
15/05/2025
s4.55(2) Modification for alterations and additions to approved two storey dwelling with basement, including external facade treatment, retaining walls and changes/reduction in overall building height
Development Application
8 Howard St, Strathfield 2135 NSW
10.2024.125.6
19/05/2025
s4.55(2) Modification for alterations and additions to approved dwelling, including but not limited to increased basement area, relocation of swimming pool, increase in building height and changes to internal layouts, windows and stair configuration.
