Cr Karen Pensabene, Mayor of Strathfield

Dear Residents

Thank you to everyone who supported the Homebush Vibes event last Saturday evening. It is heartwarming to know that approximately 5,000 residents came together to enjoy music, dance and had lots of fun. Such gatherings truly strengthen our sense of community, and we are all looking forward to next year’s event.

The upcoming reopening of the newly renovated Town Hall in October is also a momentous occasion as we celebrate its 100-year anniversary. It will be great to see numerous groups return for their practices and performances in this iconic building. Additionally, a historical exhibition showcasing events from the past 100 years will be a wonderful addition and we can’t wait to visit.

Council will consider strategies to maintain clean shopfronts, reduce graffiti and minimise cluttered signage at its October Council Meeting. Please keep an eye on the Council’s website for updates on this report.

The Understanding Heritage event at the Ironbark Room in Strathfield Library will be very informative. Heritage preservation is vital to maintaining the unique character of our community, so please don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into its significance at 2.00pm Sunday 24 September. See you there.

I presided over the induction of 125 new Australian Citizens on National Citizenship Day which was a truly heartwarming and significant occasion. It’s evident that this event held importance and significance for the entire community.

National Citizenship Day is held every year on 17 September is a time where we all reflect on our citizenship and why we proudly call Australia our home. It was a special moment to take the oath together on the day. 

Cr Karen Pensabene, Mayor of Strathfield

As always if you require any help or information, please contact the office or email me on cr.kpensabene@strathfield.nsw.gov.au

Strathfield Town Hall 100 Year Anniversary

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Strathfield’s Town Hall, Council will be hosting a number of events in early October to commemorate the milestone.

This will include a morning tea with a historical talk and a historical exhibition. The Town Hall History Exhibition will be open to the community from 10 to 14 October and will also be exhibited at the Ironbark Gallery at a later date. This exhibition was organised in collaboration with the Strathfield-History District Historical Society. We look forward to seeing yout there!

Be Emergency Ready

It's Emergency Ready Week! Strathfield Council is encouraging residents to prepare and stay safe in a disaster or a time of crisis by downloading and completing an emergency plan on the Get Prepared app. Research shows that the more people prepare for a disaster, the faster they recover.