More playgrounds on the way for families to play Published on 17 July 2025 One of my top priorities is making sure local families have every opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, stay active, and build healthy habits together. I’m pleased to announce a $1.5 million investment in two exciting new playgrounds at Nelson Park in Fairfield and Prout Park in Mt Pritchard. Looking ahead, we’ll turn our attention to a new destination playground at Brenan Park, Smithfield. Tagged as: , Announcements
Celebrating our young achievers Published on 03 July 2025 It gives me great pleasure to congratulate the winners of the 2025 Fairfield City Mayor’s Youth Achievement Awards.Each year we recognise local young people making a difference through their demonstration of leadership, passion, commitment and enthusiasm.Congratulations to all the nominees, highly commended placegetters and winners, keep up the good work! Tagged as: , Announcements
Outstanding Young Leaders Recognised at Youth Achievement Awards Published on 01 July 2025 A new generation of community leaders, changemakers, and rising stars were celebrated last week at the annual Fairfield City Mayor’s Youth Achievement Awards. Tagged as: , Media Releases
From acorns, mighty oaks regrow Published on 19 June 2025 Earlier this month marked a proud moment for our community. Two new saplings were planted at Wetherill Park Nature Reserve, grown from the acorns of our iconic Bland’s Oak Tree. Located in Oakdene Park, Carramar, was planted in 1842 by Dr William Bland. His oak grew to be the largest tree in Australia!These young trees, nurtured by our Fairfield Community Nursery from Bland’s Oak acorns. Tagged as: , Announcements
Extend The Horsley Drive upgrade Published on 05 June 2025 Every day, thousands of commuters rely on The Horsley Drive to get to work, school, and essential services. It is one of the most heavily used roads in our City and it desperately needs an upgrade.Recently, the State Government announced that some long-awaited upgrades to The Horsley Drive will begin. While we welcome any progress, this partial upgrade falls short of what our City truly needs. Tagged as: , Announcements
Working hard in the year ahead Published on 22 May 2025 We continue to strongly invest for the community in new experiences and facilities, while managing our finances responsibly so we can keep our residential rates the lowest in Western Sydney.Council has committed nearly $83 million in capital works for the new financial year - real investments that will make a real difference for our community and for local families. Tagged as: , Announcements
Fairfield Hospital – have your say on the master plan Published on 08 May 2025 The Fairfield Hospital upgrade master plan has been released and I encourage you to provide your feedback on the plan to make sure we get the hospital we need and deserve.The master plan and an accompanying survey is the next step in shaping the future of healthcare in our community. Please view the master plan and provide your comments in the survey. Tagged as: , Announcements
Knitting Group go beyond the 'bear' minimum to stitch hope into teddy Published on 01 May 2025 Children who are sick, injured, or experiencing hardship could have a new cuddly companion thanks to the generosity and hard work of the Wetherill Park Crochet and Knitting Group. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hop into Easter fun in Fairfield City Published on 10 April 2025 Council is spreading the joy of Easter with an exciting line up of events and activities happening around the City for families to enjoy.From special Easter Bunny visits at city centres to crafty library activities, there’s something for everyone.I wish everyone a joyful Easter – we hope to see you celebrating with your loved ones. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Capture Fairfield for your chance to share in a $6000 prize pool! Published on 07 April 2025 Council’s Capture Fairfield Visual Arts & Photography Competition is open for entries, offering residents of all ages a chance to share in more than $6,000 of prizes across 3 categories: Primary school aged student, Secondary school aged student, and Adult. Tagged as: , Media Releases