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26 February 2026
Dear Residents,
The new roundabout at the intersection of Chalmers Road and Barker Road in Strathfield is now complete with the addition of two pedestrian crossings. A variety of green plants have also been planted along the verge, softening the look and adding to the biodiversity of the area. This project is one of the ways Council is responding to community feedback by prioritising safety without compromising on amenity.
We hope you have been enjoying the free outdoor movie screenings this Summer as part of Movies in the Park! The final movie for the 2025-2026 season is Wicked (2024) and will be screened on Saturday 7 March at Strathfield Square. So hop on your broomsticks and cuddle up with Glinda and Elphaba for a movie under the stars.
Finally, Clean Up Australia Day is on this Sunday 1st March! Get involved in Australia’s largest community-based environmental event and help protect our beautiful and unique land. Register your clean up today.
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
Vale Virginia Judge
(19 August 1956 - 24 February 2026)
The Councillors and staff of Strathfield Council were saddened to hear of the death of former Councillor and Mayor Virginia Judge, earlier this week.
Virginia was elected to Strathfield Council in 1995 and became Mayor in 2000, serving four terms.
In 2003 she was elected to the Legislative Assembly in the seat of Strathfield. During her nine years of service, she worked as a Parliamentary Secretary assisting several Ministers including those for Education and Training, Industrial Relations and Finance.
Strathfield Council thanks Virginia for her service and dedication to our community and sends the heartfelt condolences of Councillors and staff to her family and friends.
📖 Strathfield Pictorial History Talk this Sunday 📖
There are a few spots left for you to join us at Strathfield Council Library and Innovation Hub this Sunday for our exclusive Strathfield Pictorial History Talk!
Hear some of the stories featured in the Pictorial History of the Strathfield District book, from the Aboriginal history and early settlement to the arrival of the rail and homes as well as events including the 1930s Depression and World Wars.
Author autographed copies of Pictorial History of the Strathfield District will be available for purchase for $30 on the day.
📅 Sunday 1 March
🕗 2pm – 4pm
📍 Strathfield Council Library and Innovation Hub
Help care for Strathfield's Bushland - Bushcare 7 March🌿
Are you looking for a new way to connect with nature and make a positive impact on your local environment? Join us at our upcoming Bushcare volunteering session at Maria Reserve!
📅 Saturday 7 March
🕗 9am - 12pm
📍 Maria Reserve
No experience is needed. We have activities to suit all levels of participation - sign up today!
Explore the history of Mason Park Wetlands 🦤
Spots are still available to take part in the Wetlands Walk at Mason Park Wetlands as part of Council's 2026 Seniors Festival celebrations!
📅 Tuesday, March 3, 2026
🕗 8:00am - 9:00am
📍 Mason Park Wetlands – meeting point at the far end of Mason Park Wetland carpark.
Click here for more information and to register.
Meet Australian Author Fleur McDonald 📖
Join us for an author talk with bestselling Australian crime author Fleur McDonald!
Recognised for her gripping outback mysteries, Fleur will be sharing insights into her latest Kalgoorlie-set thriller, ‘The Witness’.
📅 Friday 24th April, 2026
🕗 10:30am-11:30am
📍 Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub
🔞 Please note that this author talk is for Adults 18+
Planned Maintenance Works at Hudson Park Driving Range 🛠️
Hudson Park Driving Range will be closed for maintenance and repairs between Tuesday 3rd March 2026 – Friday 6th March 2026 from 6:30am - 5pm.
But if you’re keen on hitting a few drives with a sunset background and into the evening, the driving range will be open from 5pm - 1am during this period!
Have Your Say: New Residential Controls in Strathfield 💬
Council is hosting three information drop-in sessions to answer any questions you have on the new residential controls in the Strathfield LGA that are currently on exhibition.
- Strathfield Library – Thursday 26 February 2026, between 6pm - 8pm
- Strathfield Library – Saturday 28 February 2026, between 11am - 1pm
- Dutton Centre – Saturday 7 March 2026, between 12:30pm - 2:30pm.
These new controls propose to introduce new development standards, objectives and controls for residential development types across the R2 Low Density Residential and R3 Medium Density Residential zones.
Click here to register for a drop-in session or to share your feedback
Let's Clean Up Australia 🧹
Clean Up Australia Day is on Sunday 1st March! This is your chance to get involved in Australia’s largest community-based environmental event
COMMUNITY UPDATE
Register your business in the 2026 Inner West Local Business Awards!
Strathfield Council is again proud to support the Inner West Local Business Awards!
Businesses in the Strathfield Local Government Area are encouraged to register before community voting open on Monday the 2nd of March.
Registration remains open during the voting period.
Register your business today by visiting www.thebusinessawards.com.au
EVENTS
Pre-school Story Time
Date: Wednesdays
Place: Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub
Time: 10:30am – 11:15am
Spinning the Spirts: Wai Han Lee
Date: 6 February - 29 March 2026
Place: Ironbark Gallery, inside Strathfield Council Library
Strathfield Community Garden
Date: Thursdays
Place: Laker Reserve, Elva Street, Strathfield
Time: 3:00pm – 5:30pm
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Development Application
10.2026.15.1
05/02/2026
34 Hillcrest Ave, Strathfield South 2136 NSW
construction of a two storey dwelling
Development Application
10.2026.16.1
05/02/2026
9-11 Roberts Rd, Greenacre 2190 NSW
installation and operation of EV charging units, solar panels, battery storage modules and supporting electrical infrastructure at the existing service station and parking spaces
Development Application
10.2026.12.1
09/02/2026
22 South St, Strathfield 2135 NSW
Conversion of an existing detached cabana to a secondary dwelling and removal of one (1) existing tree.
