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Community <strong>News</strong> Update<br />
<strong>21</strong> <strong>May</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
Message from <strong>May</strong>or Lake<br />
Civic Park and Pendle Hill<br />
Wetland Improvement Project<br />
Council is gearing up for the Grand Opening of Civic Park in<br />
Pendle Hill this Thursday at 9:30am. The event will include a<br />
special plaque unveiling and ribbon cutting ceremony, where<br />
residents, community members and visitors can explore and enjoy the<br />
park's exciting new features. The upgraded park now features a new<br />
inclusive and accessible nature play space, outdoor fitness zone, table<br />
tennis, picnic areas, a half-court basketball court, new amenities and more.<br />
The project, valued over $17.5 million, has been jointly funded by the<br />
NSW Government’s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program in<br />
association with Cumberland Council. For more information, visit<br />
https://haveyoursay.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/civic-park-masterplan<br />
Your Rates at Work<br />
Roads Renewals<br />
Council has recently completed road renewals at Macklin Street in<br />
Pendle Hill and Thames Street in Merrylands West where over 500m<br />
of road in total was resurfaced and new asphalt was laid.<br />
Macklin Street, Pendle Hill<br />
Thames Street, Merrylands West<br />
Let us know of any issues in your area by using the Snap Send Solve<br />
mobile app which can be found on Council’s website:<br />
www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/snapsendsolve<br />
Civic Park and Pendle Hill Wetland Improvement Project<br />
Back to Guildford Festival<br />
This weekend, we invite you to explore the new Guildford Laneway at our<br />
FREE family friendly event, Back to Guildford Festival. Come along and<br />
enjoy the live music, roving performances, children’s games and activities,<br />
as well as a huge range of eateries, food and market vendors. There will<br />
also be a new public art mural to discover and streetscape upgrades<br />
including tables and benches, installation of smart technology, lighting,<br />
CCTV cameras and mobile phone charging stations. The upgrades are<br />
part of the Safer Cities: Her Way Program designed to improve safety<br />
and amenities for women and girls. For more information, visit<br />
www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/back-to-guildford-festival<br />
Federal Budget <strong>2024</strong>-2025<br />
I was pleased to see the Federal Budget include some support for those<br />
in need, including an increase in Commonwealth Rent Assistance, changes<br />
to stage 3 tax cuts and from July 1 all Australian households will receive a<br />
$300 energy bill rebate. Tertiary students will also receive some relief with<br />
a change to the rate of indexation. Paid Parental Leave will also increase<br />
to 22 weeks from 1 July <strong>2024</strong>. If you are facing difficulties, don't struggle alone.<br />
There is a range of Council support as well as external services providing<br />
assistance which can be found at www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/assistance<br />
Getting Women Elected Forum<br />
Join us at the Australian Local Government Women's Associations's<br />
(ALGWA) ‘Getting Women Elected Forum’ hosted by Council, dedicated<br />
to empowering women interested in running for election to Council in the<br />
September <strong>2024</strong> Local Government elections.<br />
When: Saturday 1 June, 9:30am to 12:30pm<br />
Where: Holroyd Centre, 11-17 Miller Street, Merrylands<br />
For more information, visit www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/algwa<br />
International Women’s Day brunch at the Holroyd Centre<br />
This forum is part of ALGWA’s statewide initiative to boost female representation in local government.<br />
<strong>May</strong>or Lisa Lake<br />
8757 9856 | Lisa.Lake@cumberland.nsw.gov.au<br />
Battery Safety<br />
Did you know that improperly<br />
disposing of batteries can lead<br />
to hazardous fires during waste<br />
collection and processing?<br />
Make sure you book a service with<br />
Mobile Community Recycling Service<br />
(MCRS) or head to your nearest small<br />
drop off centres to responsibly dispose<br />
of your old batteries.<br />
For more information, visit:<br />
www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/mobile-community-recycling<br />
National Volunteer Week<br />
To celebrate National Volunteer Week, Council is recognising the<br />
vital work of our volunteers who contribute to initiatives and services<br />
including; children and youth, seniors and disability, education and<br />
care and more. If you’re interested in learning about volunteering in<br />
Cumberland, please come along for a free bus tour to see what<br />
opportunities are available.<br />
For more information, visit:<br />
www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/national-volunteer-week-<strong>2024</strong><br />
Watchful Eyes Supervise:<br />
Keep Children Safe Campaign<br />
Council is encouraging parents to be mindful of<br />
supervising their children at Council’s Community<br />
Centres, Libraries, Swim Centre programs and<br />
events. Council is also reminding parents that<br />
children under 15 years cannot attend Council<br />
Swim Centres without adult supervision and<br />
children under 12 years need an adult to<br />
attend one of Council’s Libraries.<br />
For more information, visit:<br />
www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/child-protection<br />
Contact Cumberland Council<br />
8757 9000 | council@cumberland.nsw.gov.au | www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au | Cumberland City Council Sydney<br />
16 Memorial Avenue, PO Box 42, Merrylands NSW <strong>21</strong>60.<br />
PN51375<br />
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