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8 June 2023
Cr Karen Pensabene, Mayor of Strathfield
Dear Residents,
It was another exciting and rewarding week at Council last week.
I wish to congratulate our Library and Open Space teams for their nominations at the Local Government Awards I attended last week.
Our Library team was nominated for their innovative work to provide longer library hours for our residents. Access hours have now increased to 84.5 hours per week, and we have received positive feedback and support from our community for what is proving to be a valued service. Our Open Space team was nominated in the Organisational Diversity and Inclusion category for their efforts in employing female staff in traditionally male-dominated roles, which has enhanced the diversity of our workplace.
I know our residents value the splendid work from our Council officers and employees. Don’t forget to say hello and thanks when you are out and about in your area.
I have also spent some time this week visiting our local parks and community centres with our Capital works team. I have been particularly interested in seeing changes and upgrades to Bates Street Community Centre and Tavistock Reserve. Our works team agreed these areas need help and will report back to Council.
As always, please contact me with any of your council requests or news on cr.kpensabene@strathfield.nsw.gov.au
Celebrate NAIDOC at our next art exhibition opening!
For over 35 years, First Nations’ Aboriginal artist, elder, educator and performer, Walangari Karntawarra has painted his Dreamtime stories. We are lucky enough to have this body of work as our next art exhibition in the Ironbark Gallery. Book your spot by 26 June for the official opening on 4 July 2023.
Image: Walangari Karnatawarra, Water Dreaming Rock Holes 2020 acrylic on canvas
Grants Applications and Workshop!
Strathfield Council provides annual funding for organisations or groups to develop community or cultural programs. Join a FREE workshop delivered by The Grants Guy and let your grant application stand out from the crowd!
Double Demerits
The Double Demerit Point (DDP) period for the King's Birthday Public Holiday will take place from 9 to 12 June. Police are targeting:
- Speeding
- Illegal use of mobile phones
- Not wearing a seatbelt
- Riding without a helmet
Keeping Healthy and Safe as we Age
Gain invaluable knowledge, resources and inspiration to enhance your quality of life.
Enjoy complimentary refreshments, light lunch, and engage with local service providers/store holders and emergency services.
A little healthy competition for a healthier planet
Homebush Boys High School hosted Speaking 4 the Planet on World Environment Day, in collaboration with Burwood Council, Canada Bay Council and Climate Action Burwood/Canada Bay. Congratulations to all the school students who competed!
King's Birthday Public Holiday
Strathfield Council Customer Service and Library will be closed Monday 12 June for the King’s Birthday Public Holiday and re-open Tuesday 13 June. Council is contactable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on (02) 9748 9999.
Youth Communication Workshop
If you’re aged between 13-18 years and are interested in mastering your communication skills to better communicate to your peers and future employers, join the Frank Team and Strathfield Council for a 2-hour workshop!
THROWBACK THURSDAY
Strathfield's Model Railway
Strathfield has long been known as an important railway junction but the suburb was once home to a very different railway system. Arthur Trimingham’s model railway was photographed by Pix magazine in January 1941. A joiner and carpenter from Yorkshire, Arthur settled at 14 Augusta Street, Strathfield where he built his impressive layout. During the Depression he constructed rails from kerosene tins and carriages from bits and pieces. Later he expanded and managed to turn it into a business, supplying collectors and shops. He even melted down old pots and pans to make wheels. Arthur died in Strathfield in 1956.
Arthur Trimingham and his model railway, 2 January 1941. Courtesy State Library NSW
EVENTS
DEVELOPMENT NOTIFICATIONS
Development Application
52-58 Abbotsford Rd, Homebush
10.2023.73.1
Lodged: 07/06/2023
Removal of camphor laurel tree. The tree is at the rear of 60 Abbotsford Road close to the boundary between the two properties and has caused extensive structural damage to one of the ancillary buildings at the Seminary.
Development Application
33 Anselm St, Strathfield South
10.2023.57.1
Lodged: 03/06/2023
Construction of a secondary dwelling (granny flat) in the rear yard.
Development Application
35 Anselm St, Strathfield South
10.2023.64.1
Lodged: 03/06/2023
Construction of a secondary dwelling.
PUBLIC NOTICES
7 June 2023
Road work on Marlborough Road, Homebush West
Transport for NSW will carry out essential road maintenance work on Marlborough Road, Homebush West between Parramatta Road and the railway track, Homebush West.
6 June 2023
Drainage Improvement Works – Dean Street, Strathfield South
As part of Council’s drainage works program, works have been scheduled to improve the stormwater run-off to get into underground drainage system and alleviate the water ponding along the footpath in Dean Street, Strathfield South.
6 June 2023
Drainage Improvement Works – Frances Avenue and Edward Street, Strathfield South
As part of Council’s drainage works program, works have been scheduled to improve the stormwater run-off to get into underground drainage system at the downstream end of Frances Avenue and Edward Street to reduce the stormwater run-off to Dean Street.
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