All-Abilities Playground Central Gardens is on its way As part of the NSW Government Stronger Communities Fund, we are upgrading the larger playground in Central Gardens to be an inclusive play space for all.

The design phase is complete and construction is underway.

The new playground is due to open in early 2020.

We are excited to be creating a place where all children can come together, learn from each other and positively engage in our community.

Explore Central Gardens - one of Cumberland’s most popular parks. It has two children’s playgrounds, animal enclosures, educational bush trails, bike tracks, ponds and water features, amphitheatre, tennis courts, open grass areas as well as barbecue and picnic facilities.

Greystanes WardSUMMER | 2019

What’s On• Seniors Ward Christmas Lunch

Friday 13 December 2019 11:30am to 2pm Allan G Ezzy Community Centre: 1 Newport Street, Pemulwuy

Enjoy a delicious 2 course meal and the musical works of Christian Guerrero – entertainer and showman.

Registrations are essential.

Phone 8757 9041

Did you know?• Council’s Australia Day event

will be celebrated in Holroyd Gardens on Sunday 26 January 2020 from 6pm to 10pm.

Holroyd Gardens is a great family space with so much to see and do – visit the playground, ride the bike track and investigate the old brick works.

• You can visit the historical Linnwood House built in 1891 located at Guildford which is listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

• Central Gardens now has a new Nocturnal House featuring tawny frogmouths and sugar gliders.

Don’t risk an $8,000 fine! Don’t dump rubbish and risk a fine, book a free clean up!

Get rid of bulky waste that can’t be reused or recycled by booking a Council clean-up.

Cumberland offers a clean-up service up to four times a year, free of charge.

Items can only be placed out the night before the booking date.

Council works in partnership with the Western Sydney Regional Illegal Dumping Squad to investigate and penalise people who illegally dump.

Dob in a Dumper 131 555

To book your clean-up, visit our website today or phone 8757 9000

Mayor Steve Christou (right), Deputy Mayor Eddy Sarkis (left) and Senior Project Manager Stoyan Franca (middle) at the all abilities playground site, Central Gardens.

Mayor Steve Christou (right) and Deputy Mayor Eddy Sarkis (left) at the all abilities playground, Central Gardens.

Are you a handyman who loves tools? Head down to the newly opened Men’s Shed in Greystanes and be surrounded with great company, plenty of jobs and a go-to place for some time out from everyday routines.

The Men’s Shed is a not-for-profit group of men who meet, socialise, support and contribute together to ‘hands-on’ projects, community work and networking. Since opening its doors earlier this year at the former-Hyland Road Youth Centre, the Men’s Shed have had numerous members join.

The organisation encourages locals to drop in to have an opportunity to work on your own project, to learn from others or to share your skills and help keep

the Shed going. Activities include woodworking as well as restoring, repairing and refurbishing works.

Build a chair, learn to use ‘big boy toys’ or experiment with your own craft at your own convenience.

The Men’s Shed is open on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 3pm. For $20 a year, Men’s Shed gives you access to all programs and activities, including use of a wide range of equipment and training in how to use it. The cost also includes access to social programs and subsidized outings and events.

For more details contact the President, Alan Youngman on 0468 469 449

What’s happening at your local Swim CentreWhether you prefer a chilly morning dip, a swim in the heated pool or a fun spot for the kids to have a splash, the Guildford Swimming Centre caters to all your aquatic needs.

This past quarter has seen a 31% increase in attendance at our local pools compared to 2018.

Guildford Swim Centre is open all

year round and offers 3 heated pools (indoor, outdoor and baby pool).

The Centre offers a range of learn to swim programs and group fitness classes.

Recently, Guildford Swim Centre hosted a free learn-to-swim program, funded by Royal Life Saving. Close to 100 people participated in the program which

promotes inclusion and safety in the pool.

Stay cool this summer with a visit to your local pool.

For information about Swim Centre Programs and opening times: www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/services/swimming-pools, 8757 9000

Come along and meet with your local Ward Councillors.

Saturday 23 November 2019 9.30am - 10.30amGreystanes Shopping Centre(outside Woolworths)

Pemulwuy Market Place 11.30am -12.30pm

Find out about Council services and what Council is doing in your local area.

Cumberland Council Contact Information 8757 9000 council@cumberland.nsw.gov.au www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au

16 Memorial Avenue, PO Box 42, Merrylands NSW 2160. Cumberland Council Sydney

If you require an interpreter or have any questions, please contact the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450

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Meet Your Councillors

Councillor Eddy Sarkis (Deputy Mayor) 0425 348 000 Eddy.Sarkis@cumberland.nsw.gov.au

Councillor Greg Cummings 0417 612 717 Greg.Cummings@cumberland.nsw.gov.au