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Achieving gender balance in your business
As part of the 'Trade Up to a Better Future' Program, you're invited to join the Greater Cumberland Chamber of Commerce and Cumberland City Council to learn about the new Workplace Gender
Equality Act 2012 and how it will affect your business. This session will also explore why gender equality is good for business. Featuring guest speaker Shazya Khan, Diversity and Inclusion Advocate.Event details:
Date: Wednesday 28 February 2024
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Venue: Wenty Leagues ClubAttached Document : Gender Equality.pdf -
February 2024 Update - works extended
Due to the unforeseen circumstances works to complete the new stormwater infrastructure under Addlestone Rd near the intersection with Merrylands Road will be delayed and are expected to be completed by the end of May 2024 (subject to weather).
The following works have been completed:
- Precast Stormwater culvert sections have all been installed
- Temporary water main required to allow final culvert construction has been constructed awaiting Sydney water connection
- Merrylands Road has been...
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January 2024 podcast - with Yellow Wiggle Greg Page
Welcome to the January 2024 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast.
This month we have our summer edition for you:
* Special interview with Greg Page AM, original lead singer and founding member of The Wiggles, and CEO of Heart of the Nation.
Presented by the Cumberland City Council Community Engagement Team.
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December 2023 episode - Merv Hughes Christmas special
Welcome to the December 2023 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast. In this Christmas Special we have:
* Special interview with Aussie cricket legend Merv Hughes, talking about his career highlights, workplace safety (even in international sport), and the importance of looking after your mental health.
* Catching up with the Place and Engagement Team.Presented by the Cumberland City Council Community Engagement Team.
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November 2023 episode - Westmead and Diwali
Welcome to the November 2023 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast. This month we have:
* The latest news on the Westmead South Master Plan.
* An update from Cumberland Police.
* Out and about with the Place and Engagement team at Diwali.
* The latest community consultations and initiatives in Cumberland.Presented by the Cumberland City Council Community Engagement Team.
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Parramatta Road Project - November 2023 update
Macquarie Road
Civil works and landscape works are now completed.
Artwork, on the new concrete pavement, will be installed early 2024.
Melton Street
This project is completed.
Parramatta Road
Civil works are well under way and will substantially be completed late December 2023.
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October 2023 episode - Prospect Hill update
Welcome to the October 2023 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast. This month we have:
* An update on the Prospect Hill Heritage and Related Places Integrated Heritage Interpretation Plan.
* All about the upcoming community activations in Merrylands Civic Square.
* The latest news on the Trade Up to a Better Future - Try a Trade Discovery Day in November.
* The latest community consultations and initiatives in Cumberland.Presented by Cumberland City Council Community...
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Proposed Planning Controls - October 2023 update
In 2021, the planning proposal for targeted sites in Merrylands, Guildford, and Victor Brazier Park underwent evaluation by the Council and the Local Planning Panel. These proposals were subsequently submitted to the NSW Department of Planning and Environment in mid to late 2021.
During their assessment, the Department identified the need for additional technical reports to assess the proposals' impact on their respective surroundings, except for Victor Brazier Park. In response to the...
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Specific sites in Merrylands and Guildford update
In 2021, the planning proposal for targeted sites in Merrylands, Guildford, and Victor Brazier Park underwent evaluation by the Council and the Local Planning Panel. These proposals were subsequently submitted to the NSW Department of Planning and Environment in mid to late 2021.
During their assessment, the Department identified the need for additional technical reports to assess the proposals' impact on their respective surroundings, except for Victor Brazier Park. In response to the...
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September 2023 podcast - local business special
Welcome to the September 2023 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast. This month we have a local business special:
* An update on the Draft Local Shop Study, currently underway across Cumberland.
* All about the Cumberland Business Assist Program, which has been launched in Regents Park.
* The latest community consultations and initiatives in Cumberland.Presented by the Cumberland City Council Community Engagement Team.
