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12 March 2026
Dear Residents,
Thank you to everyone who attended our International Women’s Day Afternoon Tea last Friday! We were so lucky to have Jean Kittson speak about her experiences of being a female comedian in a male-dominated industry and how her respect of feminism was gifted to her through watching her mother.
Last Saturday I popped down to Maria Reserve to say hello and thank you to our dedicated Bushcare Volunteers. It was great to see so many passionate locals who care for our environment, and thank them for the great work they do. Council’s next Bushcare volunteering session will be held at Cooke Park on Saturday 11th April. Register your attendance here.
Council recently installed 3 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in our busiest town centres. This came from a Council resolution, after The Heart Foundation hosted a free community information session on how to use AED devices in July 2025. This is part of Council’s Community Wellbeing priority. The AED locations are listed below.
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
Life Saving Technology in our Community
Council is proud to share that 3 Automated External Defibrillator (AED) devices have now been placed in Strathfield, Homebush, and Homebush West Town Centres!
These life‑saving devices are now available to help ensure quick access to emergency equipment when every second counts.
You can find these AEDs in the following locations:
❤️Strathfield Town Centre – in Strathfield Square, near Cafe Crop Strathfield
❤️Homebush Town Centre – along Rochester Street, Homebush, near Homebush Public School
❤️Homebush West Town Centre – the corner of Henley Road and The Crescent, near Sip Hour Coffee
Pico Coding Club at the Library
Your kids are invited to an exciting Pico coding workshop where we teach them how to code by creating their favourite games! No prior coding experience is necessary. For ages 8-12 years
UPCOMING SESSION:
📅 Thursday, 26 March 2026
🕗 4 – 5pm
📍 Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub
Meet Australian Author Fleur McDonald
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 24 April 2026
🕗 10:30am - 11:30am
📍 Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub
This is an Adults 18+ Event
Spinning The Spirits: Wai Han Lee
Don’t miss out on exploring our latest art exhibition at the Ironbark Gallery!
By celebrating imperfection, texture, and material authenticity, Spinning The Spirits: Wai Han Lee, invites viewers to reconnect with the beauty of slow craftsmanship and to reconsider the value of sustainability, labour, and mindful creation in the contemporary world.
Spinning the spirits: Wai Han Lee closes 29th March 2026.
Council Closed Tomorrow
Strathfield Council Customer Service Centre, and Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub will be closed Friday 13th March 2026 for the Industry Public Holiday. Council will reopen Monday 16th March 2026.
Strathfield Council Library will have extended hours access for registered members between 9am to 6pm.
Hudson Park Driving Range will remain open.
For urgent matters, Council is contactable on (02) 9748 9999.
Have Your Say: Exhibition of New Residential Controls in the Strathfield LGA
Set some time aside to review the new residential controls in the Strathfield LGA which are currently on exhibition. This includes the Additional and Diverse Housing Planning Proposal and a draft Development Control Plan.
Submit your feedback by 5pm, Thursday 2 April 2026.
Vote for your favourite local business today!
Have you voted for your favourite local business? Community voting is still open and closes on Tuesday 31st March.
Strathfield Council is a proud Partner of the 2026 Inner West Local Business Awards.
COMMUNITY UPDATE
Let's celebrate Strathfield’s cultural diversity!
The Strathfield Multicultural Advisory Committee are holding an exciting Harmony Day event, and you and your family are invited to join the fun!
Enjoy an afternoon of cultural performances over light refreshments as we celebrate multiculturalism in Australia.
📅 Saturday 21 March
🕗 4:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Strathfield Town Hall
EVENTS
Line Dancing for Seniors
Date: Wednesdays
Place: Strathfield Town Hall
Time:
Beginners:10am - 11am
Improvers: 11am - 12pm
한인 어르신 컴퓨터/스마트폰 교실 Tech Savvy Seniors - Korean
Date: 9 April - 23 April
Place: Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub
Toddler Time
Date: Tuesdays
Place: Strathfield Council Library & Innovation Hub
Time: 11am - 11.30am
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Development Application
10.2026.18.1
17/02/2026
23 Amaroo Ave, Strathfield 2135 NSW
construction of a two storey dwelling with basement level and in-ground swimming pool
Development Application
10.2026.11.1
16/02/2026
1 Edgar St, Strathfield 2135 NSW
Installation of an LE scoreboard adjacent an existing oval to support sporting events for the school
Development Application
10.2026.7.1
15/01/2026
Cosgrove Rd, Strathfield South 2136 NSW
Increase in the annual throughput of an existing waste station from 40,000 tonnes to 80,000 tonnes
