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13 August 2026
Dear Residents,
I am looking forward to meeting those who have RSVP'd to attend the official opening of our latest art exhibition The Tractor Chapters: Annabel Butler this evening at the Ironbark Gallery. Substitutes for humans, Annabel’s anthropomorphic vehicles have lives of their own and you can see them almost strolling out of the paintings from tomorrow until 11 October 2026.
Next Monday will mark 35 years since the Strathfield Massacre. Council is joining Cumberland RSL Sub-branch in Strathfield Square to honour the seven victims of the of the tragic events that unfolded on 17 August 1991. Please join us to pay your respects at 11am in Strathfield Square.
Finally, I look forward to seeing you at my Street Meetings this Saturday 15 August! I very much enjoy the opportunity to meet with residents and hear what matters to you. I’ll be at the corner of Mackenzie Street and Bridge Road, Homebush at 12pm and Davey Square Reserve, Coventry Road, Strathfield at 1pm. See you there!
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
Help Us Keep Our Community Safe and Clean - Report Illegal Dumping on the Strathfield Hub App
No one likes to find illegal dumping near their home, on their daily walk, or in the places they enjoy with family and friends. Not only is illegal dumping a neighbourhood eyesore, it poses human health risks, degrades land value, and costs money to clean up, redirecting rate payer funds that could have otherwise been invested in community facilities and services.
If you find an illegal dumping, please let Council know by reporting it on the StrathfieldHub App! The app is easy to use and gives you direct communication with Council right from your device. You can attach photos to your requests and also monitor Council's progress on your submission and receive timely updates.
Become a Sponsor at Strathfield Spring Festival!
Are you a local business in Strathfield or Sydney’s Inner West who is passionate about investing in your local area? If so, you are invited to submit your expressions of interest in sponsoring our biggest Council Event of the year, Strathfield Spring Festival!
For more information, please check Council’s Event Sponsorship Proposal or reach out to Council's Events team on events@strathfield.nsw.gov.au
Strathfield Massacre Commemoration
The community are invited to Strathfield Square at 11am next Monday to honour the seven victims of the tragic events that unfolded on 17 August 1991, The Strathfield Massacre.
The service gives members of the Strathfield community an opportunity to come together to remember the victims, reflect on the events, and support one another.
📅 Monday 17 August
🕗 11am start
📍 Strathfield Square
This service is jointly hosted by Strathfield Council and Cumberland RSL Sub-branch.
3787016. VP Day in Sydney 15 August 1945. Courtesy Australian War Memorial P02018.409
Victory in the Pacific Day
Saturday 15 August 2026 will mark 81 years since Victory in the Pacific and the official end of the Second World War.
Also recognised as VP Day, August 15 is a time to reflect on the contribution of Australian veterans in ending the war in the Pacific region and remembering the sacrifices of the generations that came through the war.
Lest we Forget.
Have Your Say on Council’s Proposed Land Reclassification
You are invited to share your feedback on Council’s Proposed Land Reclassification of the following locations:
- 1 Loftus Crescent – from Operational to Community
- Pemberton Reserve (adjacent to 65 Pemberton Road) – from Community to Operational
- Strathfield Town Centre Carpark (12–18 Albert Road) – from Community to Operational
- 0 Park Road – from Community to Operational
- Henley Reserve (21 Henley Road) – from Community to Operational
Please note that only comments on Council’s Have Your Say website will be considered.
Have a Chat With The Mayor Of Strathfield
Meet Strathfield Mayor, Councillor Benjamin Cai at his upcoming Street Meetings this Saturday!
Street Meeting 1
📅 Saturday 15 August 2026
🕗 12:00pm - 12:45pm
📍 Corner Mackenzie Street and Bridge Road, Homebush
Street Meeting 2
📅 Saturday 15 August 2026
🕗 1:00pm - 1:45pm
📍 Davey Square Reserve - Coventry Road, Strathfield
Indian Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony
Join us tomorrow at the Indian Flag Raising ceremony in front of Council to mark India’s 80th Independence Day. A day of pride, remembrance, and unity for Indians around the world, Strathfield Council is proud to support its Indian population by honouring this significant occasion.
📅 Friday 14 August 2026
🕗 10:00am start
📍 Chambers Front Lawn, Strathfield Council, 65 Homebush Road
COMMUNITY UPDATE
Community Grants Close 16 August
Applications for Council’s Community Grants close this Sunday 16 August 2026!
A key focus of the Community Strategic Plan – Strathfield 2035 is to support and empower locals to deliver programs and activities for the benefit of the Strathfield community. If you have something amazing to share with our area, we want to know about it! Submit your application today*.
*Please note that the award of a grant will be based solely on the information and supporting documents provided in your application.
For further information, please contact Strathfield Council’s Community Services team on 9748 9999 or via email communityservices@strathfield.nsw.gov.au
EVENTS
Preschool Story Time
Date: Wednesdays
Place: Strathfield Council Library and Innovation Hub
Time: 10.30 - 11.15am
Lego Club
Date: Tuesday 1 September
Place: Strathfield Council Library and Innovation Hub
Time: 3.30 - 4.30pm
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Development Application
10.2008.130.5
30/07/2026
64 High St, Strathfield 2135 NSW
s4.55(1A) Application to modify development consent DA 2008/130 to increase the operating hours of the community centre to 7:30am - 9:00pm seven (7) days a week.
Development Application
10.2026.89.1
28/07/2026
94-96 Burlington Rd, Homebush 2140 NSW
construction of a tennis court and perimeter fencing in the rear yard and removal of two (2) trees.
Development Application
10.2026.88.1
24/07/2026
22 Firth Ave, Strathfield 2135 NSW
demolition of existing structures, new two storey dwelling over basement, detached cabana, front fence and associated landscape works
