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Parramatta Road Project - September 2023 Update
Macquarie Road
The upgrade of Macquarie Road from Parramatta Road to Auburn Park has commenced and will be completed in October 2023.
The Macquarie Road project will include the following works, along both sides of the road: -
- reconstruction of existing paved footpath areas
- new streetscapes with planting
- installation of public art images along the new pavement
A concept plan is available in the document library.
Melton Street
Embrace Monuments artwork in Melton Street was recently...
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Safer Cities: Her Way update on Cumberland Conversations Podcast
If you are interested in finding out more about this project, make sure you check out the August 2023 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast. This month we have:
* An update on the Safer Cities: Her Way program.
* All about the Merrylands Civic Square Opening
* The latest community consultations and initiatives in Cumberland.
* A visit to this year's Cherry Blossom Festival.Presented by the Cumberland City Council Community Engagement Team.
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August 2023 episode - Merrylands Civic Square and Cherry Blossom
Welcome to the August 2023 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast. This month we have:
* An update on the Safer Cities: Her Way program.
* All about the Merrylands Civic Square Opening
* The latest community consultations and initiatives in Cumberland.
* A visit to this year's Cherry Blossom Festival.Presented by the Cumberland City Council Community Engagement Team.
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Kitchen 2 Gardens Cumberland Compost Giveaway - Auburn and Guildford
Cumberland City is giving away free compost bags and vegetable seeds to help kickstart your veggie garden and to reduce food and packaging waste in households.
Households are entitled to 2 compost bags and vegetable seeds. Bookings are strictly limited to Cumberland City residents and are limited to 1 per household.
The Compost Giveaway will be held in both Auburn and Guildford.
Auburn
Location: Auburn Community Picnic Ground, end of Killeen Street, Auburn
Date: Saturday 9 September 2023
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Kids Clothing and Toy Swap 2023
Back by popular demand, Council will be holding 4 Kids clothing and toy swaps throughout the year
Don’t let good things go to waste! Pack up your unwanted kids’ items and bring them to Cumberland City Council’s Kids Clothing and Toy Swap
Residents can exchange clothes and toys your child has outgrown, for something more fitting. Bring along up to 5 items of clothing or toys (or both) to give away, and you can swap them for new treasures. All clothes must be in good, wearable condition and...
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Merrylands Civic Square is officially open!
Merrylands Civic Square was officially opened in a community celebration on Friday 4 August, giving the community a first look at the Square whilst enjoying the live performances, great food, and children’s activities.
Connecting Merrylands Road to McFarlane Street, the Square draws inspiration from nature and from our local indigenous, industrial and cultural heritage. It reflects the character of Merrylands’ people and invites us all to connect with country and celebrate our multicultural...
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July 2023 update
Merrylands Civic Square is opening!
Council would like to cordially invite the public to the opening of Merrylands Civic Square.
The long-awaited $11 million Merrylands Civic Square officially opens to the public on Friday 4 August, offering residents and visitors a bustling state-of-the-art multifunctional public space. To celebrate the grand opening of the space, COuncil are hosting 'Eat, Drink and be MERRYlands, an amazing activation that is full of fun for residents of all ages.
The...
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July 2023 podcast - Walking and Cycling spotlight
Welcome to the July 2023 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast. This month we have:
* An update on our Walking and Cycling Strategy.
* The latest community consultations and initiatives in Cumberland.
* Spotlight on the Cherry Blossom Festival.Presented by the Cumberland City Council Community Engagement Team.
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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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June 2023 episode - Smart Places Strategy
Welcome to the June 2023 episode of Cumberland Conversations Podcast. This month we have:
* An update on our Smart Places Strategy and Action Plan
* The latest community consultations and initiatives in Cumberland.Presented by the Cumberland City Council Community Engagement Team.
