You still have time to nominate your local Strathfield legend for Council’s Community and Business Awards!

Cr Benjamin Cai, Mayor of Strathfield

Dear Residents,

I would like to begin my first message by thanking everyone who placed their trust in me by electing me to be a representative of our community. It is a great privilege to serve as Mayor and a responsibility I do not take lightly. I look forward to maintaining a direct line of communication and discussing local matters with members of our community as we continue to work together to make Strathfield a wonderful place to live, work and visit.

I was delighted to attend the official opening of the Ironbark Gallery's new exhibition AI – Artist’s Impressions: Oscar Garcia last Thursday. Be sure to view this impressive body of work which showcases Burwood, Strathfield and their surrounds before the exhibition ends on 30 November 2025.

If you need to contact me or have any questions, please do so by emailing me cr.bcai@strathfield.nsw.gov.au or ring our office on 9748 9999.

🌟 Strathfield's Community and Business Awards 🌟

You now have until Sunday 26 October 2025 to nominate your local Strathfield legend for Council’s Community and Business Awards! This is a new initiative to celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals, businesses, and groups across our local area. Whether through volunteer service, sport, innovation, or sustainability - this is your opportunity to shine a deserving spotlight on those making a meaningful difference.

The inaugural Community and Business Awards fall into four categories:

🌟Business Excellence Awards: Recognising outstanding achievements by local businesses.
🌟Community Service Awards: Honouring exceptional volunteerism and service to the community.
🌟Sports and Recreation Awards: Celebrating contribution to local sport, coaching, and active living.
🌟Environmental Sustainability Awards: Acknowledging innovation and leadership in environmental protection or sustainability.

This is your opportunity to help positively recognise and celebrate all the good that is happening in our community. Additionally, those who submit a nomination will go in the draw to win one of 2x$50 gift vouchers!

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Thank you for joining us at Moon Festival! 🥮

Thank you so much for joining us on The Crescent, Homebush West for Moon Festival 2025 last Saturday!

It was a fun afternoon filled with live music, vibrant cultural dances, and delicious eats!

A special highlight of the afternoon was when the moon appeared in the sky as our wonderful lion dancers took the streets! You can see all the fun from the event on our Instagram.

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Local and young citizen of the year awards 2026 💙

Who makes a real difference in our local community?

Strathfield’s Local and Young Citizen of the Year Awards 2026 are our opportunity to acknowledge the unsung heroes among us who through their contributions make our local area a better place.

Nominations for 2026 Local and Young Citizen of the Year are now open will close 12 December 2025.

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EOI: Appointment of Wellbeing Advisory Committee Members 💚

Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from members of the Strathfield community who wish to be a member of the Wellbeing Advisory Committee.

The purpose Wellbeing Advisory Committee is to provide guidance to Council on wellbeing/quality of life issues impacting the Strathfield Area. The Committee is looking for up to twelve (12) members of the community, members of stakeholder groups or representatives of peak agencies who are willing to engage in stakeholder networking and provide advice to Council on recommendations around issues affecting communities in the Strathfield LGA.

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Strathfield Seniors Sessions: Let's Play Croquet! 😀

Courtesy of Strathfield Council and the Department of Communities and Justice, we invite all seniors to enjoy free Croquet lessons at Redmyre Road, Strathfield.

These sessions are a great opportunity to stay active, meet new friends, and enjoy the outdoors in a friendly, inclusive environment!

Bookings are now open for our October session - secure your place today! Spots are limited.

📅 Sunday 19 October
🕘12.45 - 3pm
📍Strathfield Croquet Club

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Children's Week 2025 - Children's and Youth Drop In 😍

Children’s Week is coming up and Strathfield Library have a FUN agenda planned for their special Children and Youth Drop-In!

Recommended for ages 5 – 12, we will have 🖌️ Face painting 📸 Photo booth 🏓 Table tennis 🎲 Games 🎨 Craft

📅 Monday 20 October
🕒 3:30 – 5pm
📍 Strathfield Library & Innovation Hub

No registrations are required for this event.

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Kimchi Festival by Jongbopsa Buddhist Temple 😃

The festival offers our local community the chance to experience Korean culture through kimchi-making workshops, Korean food, and cultural sharing. It is a joyful occasion to bring together people of diverse backgrounds and strengthen community bonds.

📅 Saturday, 11 October 2025
🕘10am
📍 Jongbopsa Buddhist Temple, 2 Elliott Street, Strathfield South NSW

Sketch of the new Strathfield War Memorial from the 1925 invitation. Courtesy Strathfield Local Studies

Strathfield War Memorial’s Centenary

During World War I, the names of those enlisting for service were recorded by Strathfield Council. After the war, plans were made for a more lasting war memorial. This was finally unveiled by the Governor of NSW, Sir Dudley de Chair, at a solemn ceremony on 11 October 1925. Members of the 4th Battalion provided a guard of honour. The design, by Messrs. Wilson, Neave, and Berry, comprised a bronze sphere, representing the world, surmounting a trachyte pedestal. The names of 350 soldiers from the Strathfield district are inscribed on two large plaques on the wall of the council chambers.

9 October 2025

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