1. City of Canada Bay backs plans to transform Brays Bay into a river recreation precinct

    At last Tuesday night’s Council Meeting (10 April), City of Canada Bay passed a motion to nominate the River Activation of Brays Bay as their priority project for submission to the state government’s Precinct Support Scheme.

    Council is seeking over $6.5 million in funding from the Department of Environment and Heritage for the…

  2. City of Canada Bay solidifies relationship with Papua New Guinea

    “I am pleased to announce work is commencing on establishing a Memorandum of Understanding between The Kokoda Initiative and the City of Canada Bay.”

    “This agreement acknowledges our shared World War II history, honours the close bonds that were forged with the legendary Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels by our servicemen and women, and ensures our…

  3. City of Canada Bay announces recipients of 2018 Small Environmental Grants for Schools

    A total of $16,000 has been allocated to All Hallows’ Catholic Primary School, Abbotsford Public School, Concord High School, Domremy College, Mortlake Public School, St Mary’s Concord Catholic Primary School and Victoria Avenue Public School.

    The annual program supports school based projects that demonstrate environmental sustainability principles, foster…

  4. Nominations now open for City of Canada Bay's 2018 Sustainability Awards

    “This program is our leading initiative in recognising local champions who have achieved excellence in the fields of environmental, economic or social sustainability in the City of Canada Bay,” Mayor Tsirekas said.  

    “Awards are open to individuals, groups and businesses that show innovation and commitment to creating a…

  5. Seniors byte into free tech workshops

    Classes run from 10am to 12pm and cover the basics of using the internet, email and social media. Residents can book into one of the following classes:  

            “The City of Canada Bay is home to a diverse community and we believe everyone has the right to be connected regardless of age or…

          • City of Canada Bay ramps up the fight to save the Drummoyne Reservoir

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          • Celebrate National Volunteer Week This May

            Held between 21-27 May, National Volunteer Week is a celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of volunteers across Australia.

            “Volunteers play a vital role in contributing to our community,” said City of Canada Bay Mayor Angelo Tsirekas. “Every year they donate their free time, skills and enthusiasm to support local groups, events and activities…

          • City of Canada Bay foils graffiti vandals one mural at a time

            City of Canada Bay Mayor Angelo Tsirekas said the colourful, marine-themed mural - painted on a wall attached to Drummoyne Swimming Centre - was glazed with a protective anti-graffiti layer to deter vandals. 

            “The pool is a high profile site and unfortunately, the wall was regularly tagged, however, we have noticed that murals…

          • City of Canada Bay calls on residents to get creative celebrating our smart city

            “We want to showcase our smart city and highlight what our community values most about the area in which we work and live,” City of Canada Bay Mayor, Angelo Tsirekas said.

            “We are calling on locals to go out and capture an image of what they believe makes the City of Canada Bay a smart city.” “Smart cities are people-focused and aim…

          • Get Rhodes creative at Vivid ideas this year

            “Part of Vivid Ideas, Rhodes Creative is a program of workshops, activities and events held along the foreshore at The Connection that engages our entire community with the latest ideas and processes in creative practice,” City of Canada Bay Mayor Tsirekas said.

            “Our programs at this state-of-the-art facility have been very successful and being part of Vivid Ideas raises the bar even…