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July 2023 update - final stage work commencing
The last remaining piece of infrastructure upgrade work to be completed is the construction of a new major stormwater culvert under Addlestone Rd near the intersection with Merrylands Road. This is large and complex work requiring upgrade to water main and relocation of underground utilities/services. With approval from Sydney Water finally granted, this work is about to commence.

The key points to note about this upcoming work are as follows:
- Works will take up to 6 months to complete,...
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Community Voice Panel - June 2023 Update

The second Community Voice Panel session is to be held at the end of June 2023.

More information will be uploaded to this page after the session.
First Community Voice Panel meeting

The Westmead South Community Voice Panel met for the first time in May 2023. You can view the presentation from this session in the document library.

The Terms of Reference for the Westmead South Community Voice Panel are also available.
May 2023 update

Civil works have commenced along Parramatta Road.

Civil works include the reconstruction of concrete footpath with provision for low level planting zones.

Preparations are well underway for the relocation of overhead power and telecommunication cables underground along Parramatta Road between Macquarie Road and Station Street, Auburn.

Public art installation is progressing in Melton Street and anticipated to be completed end of May 2023.

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The November podcast - Recycling special update
The November episode of the Cumberland Conversations Podcast is now live, and it includes:
- Special guest Suma Pillai, Community Development Coordinator, House of Welcome talks about a recycling initiative they run in conjunction with Council
- Alina and Joey from the Resource Recovery team answer YOUR waste-related questions for National Recycling Week
You can listen to the Cumberland Conversations podcast on Spotify, Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, or click below:
Category : Podcasts

Last Modified : 10 May 2023

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May 2023 Update

Ruth Street Park will be closed from the end of May 2023 for preparatory works.

Construction is expected to commence in July 2023 and will be completed in September 2023, weather permitting.
May 2023 update
The Merrylands Civic Square (MCS) project is well underway.

Stage 1: (located between McFarlane Street and Main Lane
- Structural footings for the pre-cast wall commenced.
- Jets and Water feature work commenced.
- Drainage, water and electrical conduits have been installed.
- Concrete has been poured for the canopies’ footings and foundations.
- Two new bus shelters have been installed adjacent in McFarlane Street adjacent to the MCS site.
Stage 2: between Main Lane and Merrylands Road
- Drainage,...
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Council Community News
Each week an online news bulletin is available on the Council website. It includes
- An update from the Mayor
- Upcoming events
- Your Rates at Work update
- Other local news and initiatives.
Make sure you check it out!
NSW Government News

Transport for NSW is seeking feedback to help shape safer cities and towns for women.

Those aged 16 years and above are encouraged to complete a short anonymous 10-minute survey or share their ideas regarding their thoughts on safety in the community. This feeback will help Transport for NSW to better understand the experiences that affect the sense of safety in and around public spaces and transport hubs.

The consultation is open until 8 February 2023.

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Her Sport Her Way Awards

We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2022/2023 Her Sport Her Way Awards, a key initiative in the NSW Government’s Her Sport Her Way strategy to advance equality in sport.

The Her Sport Her Way Awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of women leaders in sport and the efforts of the sector throughout 2022 in providing equal opportunities for girls and women to participate in sport in NSW.

To find out more, check out the Cumberland Sports Clubs page.

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