Join us as we recognise the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong

Dear Residents,

If you are a golf or putting fanatic, make sure you complete the Hudson Park Driving Range Survey before it closes today! Council is working to make the Driving Range a more enjoyable, accessible and vibrant place for our community, and your input will help us get there. Visit the Have Your Say page today.

Homebush Vibes is back for 2026! Rochester Street will come alive on 16th May with music, food, kids activities and much more. We’re always on the look out for event sponsors big and small, so get in touch and help make 2026 our best one yet!

Finally, thank you for the big and positive response about our newly installed Return and Earn waste baskets. They are certainly a great additional tool in our efforts to create cleaner public spaces. Check out our social media pages for the basket locations, and while you're there be sure to give us a follow as well!

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.

Cr Benjamin Cai, Mayor of Strathfield

Recognising the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong

At this year’s Battle of Kapyong Memorial Service at Ismay Reserve, Council and the Cumberland RSL Sub-branch will commemorate the 75th anniversary of this significant moment in Australian military history and you are invited to pay your respects.

The battle (23–25 April 1951), fought in the Kapyong Valley, located near the town of Gapyeong (Strathfield Council’s sister city), was a significant chapter of Australia’s involvement in the Korean War. Thirty‑two Australian soldiers lost their lives during the battle.

The 75th anniversary honours a pivotal victory by Australian and Canadian battalions, supported by a New Zealand artillery regiment. Together, they halted a major enemy advance, helping to save Seoul and prevent a potential allied disaster.

Battle of Kapyong Memorial Service
📅 Friday 24 April 2026
🕠 11am start
📍 Ismay Reserve, Homebush

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One month to go until Homebush Vibes hits Rochester St! 🎉

Homebush Village will be centre stage with live music, vibrant cultural performances, and free activities for kids — plus a mouth‑watering mix of cuisines from local businesses. Homebush Vibes is set to be a colourful street party full of sound, flavour and fun not to be missed!

SAVE THE DATE!
📅 Saturday 16 May 2026
🕗 1pm - 6pm
📍 Rochester Street, Homebush

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Are you a local business? You are invited to sponsor Homebush Vibes 😀

Council invites local businesses and organisations to submit an expression of interest (EOI) to sponsor our upcoming major event, Homebush Vibes.

To learn more about this opportunity, view Council’s Sponsorship Proposal and submit your EOI, please email events@strathfield.nsw.gov.au by COB Monday 20 April 2026.

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You're invited to our latest Author Talk with Fleur McDonald 📖

There are a few seats left for you to join us for a captivating author talk with bestselling crime writer Fleur McDonald as she shares insights into writing her latest book, ‘The Witness’.

📆 Friday 24th April
🕗 10:30am-11:30am
📍 Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub
💲Free Admission

Book your seat today!
This event is for adults 18+.

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Help create a better Strathfield for everyone - Have Your Say ✏️

Council has the following items awaiting your feedback:

✏️ 20A Parramatta Rd Masterplan - closes 24 April 2026
✏️Strathfield Land and Property Strategy - closes 4 May 2026
✏️Traffic and Transport Strategy - closes 18 May 2026
✏️Proposed Land Reclassification - closes 19 May 2026

Have Your Say

Free technology classes for seniors in Mandarin at the Library

Tech Savvy Seniors - Mandarin is back at Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub! Topics will include use of smartphones, computers, and more.

By registering, you are agreeing to attend every session listed here.

📅 First session commences Wednesday 6 May 2026
🕠 10am - 12pm
📍 Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub

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Warm up your vocal 'chords' and join the Strathfield Community Choir 🎶

Whether you are a seasoned singer or just love singing along to the radio, this is your chance to be part of a fun, friendly community.

The Strathfield Community Choir returns for weekly choir practice on Wednesday 29 April.

Register today to meet great people, sing some tunes and fill your Wednesday nights with harmony and joy!

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Sergeant Richard George Gazzard (402115)

As Anzac Day approaches we remember RAAF pilot, Sergeant Richard (Dick) Gazzard (402115), of 19 Cotswold Road Strathfield, pictured far right. Gazzard served with Spitfire Squadron 452, the first Australian squadron formed. He went missing on 19 August 1941 during an operation over France, just two days after his 21^st birthday.

Flight-Lieutenant Paddy Finucane (4^th from left) wrote to Richard’s father, Norman describing him as ‘the finest pilot in the squadron.’ His body washed ashore during October and he was buried at the Oostduinkerke Communal Cemetery, Belgium.

Ten of these 16 men were killed during the war.

Lest We Forget.

Image: Pilots of No. 452 (Spitfire) Squadron RAAF at RAF Station Kirton-in-Lindsey, UK, June 1941. Courtesy Australian War Memorial

16 April 2026