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20 April 2023
Cr Karen Pensabene, Mayor of Strathfield
Hello Strathfield,
Let us start this week with a little trivia: - 1. What was Strathfield named before it was Strathfield? 2. How old is our Strathfield Town Hall? 3. What year was Strathfield Council incorporated?
Answers will be at the bottom of the Newsletter.
It has been a busy week for Council with final preparations and activities for the upcoming Strathfield Festival. Visit our website for all the activities you will experience on 27-29 April. I can’t wait to see the artistic projections from local schools lighting up the Strathfield Plaza. This is the first time we have had a festival like this in Strathfield and your presence will make it even better.
At the April Council Meeting, all Councillors voted to contact Transport NSW and request that they increase their maintenance on rail infrastructure land. It is appalling that unsightly graffiti and rubbish is left on their land and Council is not able to keep it clean. If Transport NSW do not have a solution to help with this ongoing problem, we are seeking permission for Council to carry out the work. I know how important it is for our residents to keep the area neat and tidy.
It was also very pleasing to see the strong community support on display at the April Council Meeting to retain the not-for-profit childcare operators on negotiated terms. There were over 100 residents at the meeting and their voices were heard by all Councillors. All three not-for-profit childcare centres will now negotiate new 5-year agreements with Council.
As always, if you require help with Council issues, please contact me on cr.kpensabene@strathfield.nsw.gov.au or my office on 9748 9924.
Strathfield ANZAC Day Memorial Service
Cumberland RSL Sub-branch and Strathfield Council will be hosting an ANZAC Day Memorial Service at Davey Square Reserve, Coventry Road, Strathfield. Join us at 10am on Tuesday 25 April as we remember those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice.
Strathfield Council Customer Service and Library will be closed on Tuesday 25 April for the Anzac Day Public Holiday and will re-open on Wednesday 26 April. Council is contactable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 9748 9999.
Strathfield Festival 27- 29 April
Next weekend is Strathfield Festival! Are you ready to enjoy local culture as the heart of Strathfield comes to life? Strathfield Festival will run over three days at Strathfield Square. Check out the Festival Program below.
Net calls Net, Weave calls Wave: Marta Romani and Karl Logge
Come along on 11 May to the opening of the Ironbark Gallery's newest art exhibition at Strathfield Library. Registrations for the opening are now available.
Have Your Say
Council is seeking feedback from the community on the Draft Plans of Management for both Bressington and Strathfield Park. A Public Hearing for Bressington Park will take place on Monday 1 May at Strathfield Library.
Free RAT Test at Strathfield Council
With the colder weather on our doorstep, it's good to be prepared for when you are feeling under the weather! You can get free Covid-19 RAT Tests at Strathfield Council and the Library.
Council News Update - April 2023
Keep up to date with the latest Strathfield news and a recap of the April Council Meeting.
Community Choir is Back!
Do you enjoy singing and would like to engage in a group activity? Find your voice and join Strathfield’s very own Community Choir. No experience is needed and everyone is welcome!
COMMUNITY NEWS
Anzac Day Public Holiday
Please be advised that the Double Demerit Point (DDP) period for the 2023 Anzac Day Public Holiday will be in effect from 21 April to 25 April inclusive. Police are targeting:
- Speeding
- Illegal use of mobile phones
- Not wearing a seatbelt
- Riding without a helmet
School zones will be in operation on Monday 24 April 2023. Drivers are reminded additional penalties can apply for certain offences committed in school zones.
EVENTS
Junior Australian Multisport Program
When: 2 May - 20 Jun
Where: Bark Huts Reserve, Belfield
DEVELOPMENT NOTIFICATIONS
Development Application
46 Ismay Ave, Homebush
10.2023.44.1
Lodged: 18/04/2023
Construction of a two storey dwelling with attached garage.
Development Application
378 Parramatta Rd, Homebush West
10.2023.48.1
Lodged: 17/04/2023
Use of the premises for a vehicle repair station
Development Application
40-42 Loftus Cres, Homebush
10.2023.19.1
Lodged: 11/04/2023
Alterations and Additions to existing residential flat building to install louvres to the existing breezeways at every level of Block A and to Level 4 of Block B.
PUBLIC NOTICES
18 April 2023
Road Works – Melville Avenue, Strathfield
As part of Council’s civil and road works program 2022-23, road works involve milling and asphalt overlay, heavy patching and minor drainage works at Melville Avenue, Strathfield.
17 April2023
RFT – Business Improvement Services -Request for Tender No: 04/2023
Strathfield Council invites tenders to appoint several suppliers to a Professional Consulting Services Panel for the purposes of providing ‘Business Improvement Services’.
14 April 2023
SRV Application – IPART Community Consultation
After careful consideration, Council at its extraordinary meeting on Tuesday 28 February resolved to apply to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal for a Special Rate Variation with increases over 4 years.
YOUR COUNCILLORS
Trivia Answers: 1. Redmyre 2. 100 years this October 3. 2 June 1885
