Turia was a patient in Concord Hospital’s Burns Unit after suffering horrific injuries during a bushfire in Western Australia in 2011.  Since then, she has become an inspiration for many others battling injury and illness.

Concord Hospital’s Director of Marketing and Community Relations Alice Kang said Turia had agreed to be an ambassador for “The Biggest…

The long-term plan to revitalise Five Dock has begun, with the $5 million streetscape upgrades now under way, says City of Canada Bay Mayor Angelo Tsirekas.

“We have a vision to revitalise Five Dock and create a place with community spirit that is appealing for people to shop, work, live and visit,” he said.

“Our plan is to retain the village feel that everyone loves about Five…

The City of Canada Bay has introduced new off-leash dog parks in Rhodes, providing an opportunity for pets and their owners to take advantage of open space, says Mayor Angelo Tsirekas.

“We recognise the need to provide dog-friendly outdoor spaces, especially in higher density areas such as Rhodes,” he said.

“Outdoor off-leash spaces benefits dogs and owners alike as it offers a…

A new “walking bus” initiated by the City of Canada Bay at the Victoria Avenue Public School in Concord West, will offer a range of benefits to school children, including promoting exercise, learning new skills and understanding road rules says Mayor Angelo Tsirekas.

“This is a great initiative that not only encourages outdoor activity but also provides a safe and secure way for children…

The City of Canada Bay's Sustainability Awards are on again and Mayor Angelo Tsirekas is encouraging the community to .

“These awards are presented to businesses, community groups and individuals who have achieved economic, social or environmental progress in the City,” Mayor Tsirekas said.

“Last year we were voted the Most Sustainable Council in NSW as part of the Keep Australia…

“We hold our ‘Team up to Clean Up’ day to coincide with Clean up Australia Day and this year we will again have official sites at Rodd Point and Rhodes but we also encourage the community to register other sites,” he said.

“It’s a great way to contribute to the environment and clean up around Canada Bay.”

There will be a free BBQ from 10am – 12.30pm…

“We are encouraging businesses to celebrate and get involved in this premier event which this year has a ‘Quirky Circus’ theme,” said Mayor Tsirekas.

“You can put your business under the spotlight and be a part of this exciting event by taking up one of our great sponsorship packages.  Last year we had record crowds at Concord Carnival so it’s a…

“Food waste makes up almost half of what is thrown out in the red bin each week, which costs the average NSW household $1036 each year,” Mayor Tsirekas said.

“To reverse this trend, we are teaming up with local restaurants in the City of Canada Bay to host our first ever summer sustainable food series, called Eat Taste Create.

“The idea of these dinners…

“We have worked in partnership with POPP (Public Outdoor Ping Pong) and Mulga The Artist to develop a public art table tennis table, with bats and balls available for our community to use and enjoy,” he said.

After testing temporary table tennis experiences in the park last summer, with a great response from the community, this…

City of Canada Bay Libraries will be celebrating NAIDOC Week, 3-10 July, with a special presentation by Matthew Doyle, spanning traditional Aboriginal culture and contemporary music, at Phoenix Park, Rhodes on Friday, 8 July.

Matthew Doyle grew up in southern Sydney on Dharawi land and is a descendent if the Muruwari people from the Lightning Ridge area of NSW.

Friday,…