Cr Matthew Blackmore, Mayor of Strathfield

At the November Council Meeting, Council supported the submission of four projects to the NSW Government’s West Invest Grant Program. If Council is successful, the program will see a guaranteed $21.8 million to local projects for Strathfield LGA. The projects we have sought funding for are a masterplan and completion of the Hudson Park Precinct at Homebush West; drainage and beautification upgrades at Airey Park, Homebush; drainage and building works at Begnell Oval, Belfield; and the completion of Strathfield Park including a storage shed and increased greenspace and planting.

We are hoping for an announcement regarding the success of the application very soon. Appropriate planning and consultation with residents and park users will be an important feature of the projects, to ensure the needs of all users and neighbours of these beautiful parks are considered.

If you need help with any local issue, please feel free to contact me on 0406 099 048 or cr.mblackmore@strathfield.nsw.gov.au

A Big Day Out in Strathfield! Bushcare, Recycling Day & Movies in the Park!

This is a Saturday you're not going to want to miss out on! With lots going on in Strathfield, there's something for everyone.

Start the morning off at Cooke Park with Bushcare, an environmental restoration program that Strathfield Council has been running for over 20 years! Join the team and help care for our natural areas at their last session for the year from 9am - 12pm. 

Afterwards, head to the Strathfield Council Depot for the Drive Thru Recycling Day! It's a FREE opportunity for residents to dispose of preloved household items that are in good condition from 9am - 2pm. Unable to attend due to illness or disability? Council is providing a small number of clean up collections* on the day.

And lastly, if you're after an adventure packed comedy film, look no further! The next Movies in the Park will be playing The Lost City (M) at sunset. What better way to end the day?

Local Sport Grant Program

The Local Sport Grant Program aims to support grassroots sporting clubs in various ways such as increasing regular and on-going participation in sport, as well as increase participation and access for women, girls and populations who are under-represented in participation, people with disability and First Nations peoples. Up to $4.65 million is available in 2022/23 across NSW with $50,000 available in each electorate and grants of up to $10,000 available for individual projects.

Applications close at 1pm Monday 21 November, and outcomes will be advised from February 2023 onwards. Before applying, be sure to check the eligibility criteria to ensure you meet the requirements.