1. New Primary School at Powells Creek

     

    “Not only does this project deliver a much needed new school to our area but also supports our strategy of creating community hubs that include integrated services, it is also providing much-needed facilities for families and children in our area,” he said.  

    “We estimate the project will deliver around $8 million in community benefits and will cater for…

  2. New recycling centre for Canada Bay

    “The announcement of the grant this week is a great boost to our commitment to recycling and waste management and will allow this new drop-off centre to be built,” he said.

    “We are also contributing $100,000 annually to managing the site and educating our community.”

    The new centre will be built at Council’s existing depot at…

  3. New speed limits will apply

    As of 13 May, George Street, North Strathfield will have its speed limit reduced from 50 KM/hour to 40 KM/hour.

    “We are introducing a number of speed reduction zones, in an effort to reduce the number of pedestrian injuries,” Mayor Tsirekas said.

    “We lobbied RMS last year to reduce speed limits in high pedestrian areas following concerns from the…

  4. New council-operated childcare centre eases strain for inner west families

     

    “This Council-run facility is a huge support for families in our community who are desperately seeking quality childcare,” Mayor Tsirekas said. 

    “We already have a waiting list of around 230 families at our other Council-managed day care centre at concord () so this new service will certainly ease the pressure.” 

    The new opened its doors on Monday…

  5. City of Canada Bay's new waste collection services contractor has started
    Until our new drivers become familiar with the trucks and our local area, our services are being performed a little slower than usual.
    During the transition period we are asking community members for your patience and understanding. 
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  6. RMS night maintenance work on Concord Road

    To minimise traffic disruptions, RMS will carry out this work in three night shifts from 8pm to 5am between Sunday, 24 August and Sunday, 14 September, excluding Saturdays, weather permitting.

    RMS has contracted Downer EDI to complete this work. It involves replacing the asphalt road surface and line marking, which will provide a stronger, more durable surface…

  7. RMS night works on Lyons Road in Drummoyne

    To minimise traffic disruptions, RMS will carry out this work in two night shifts from 8pm to 5am between and , excluding Saturdays, weather permitting. RMS has contracted Downer EDI to complete this work.

    This work includes concreting to repair the slab and line marking, which will provide a stronger, more durable surface resulting in improved road safety.…

  8. Tree removal works in Drummoyne

    The retaining wall is located behind a bus stop just east of Wolseley Street.

    Due to the size of the trees, cranes are required to carry out the work, which will interrupt the bus lane and the first traffic lane on Victoria Road.

    Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) has provided our contractor with a road occupancy license for Monday 25 August between 9pm…

  9. No forced amalgamations in inner west

    The Mayors and General Managers of the City of Canada Bay, Ashfield, Burwood, Leichhardt and Marrickville councils have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together to prepare responses for the State Government and to voice their concerns about the potential of forced amalgamations.

    The five councils have been grouped together, along with…

  10. North Strathfield improvements continue

     

    The funds will go towards an overall upgrade of the area, including a focus on improving the streetscape and installing new street furniture and artwork. Work has now started on footpath renewal, street furniture replacement, stormwater upgrades and landscaping to enhance the look of the shopping village while retaining its unique heritage.  

    “Over the…