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Posted on: December 23, 2011

Bankstown Airport not a Choice for Sydney's Second Airport

Bankstown City Council strongly opposes Bankstown Airport becoming Sydney's second Airport or even an overflow, stop-gap additional airport for Sydney.

"Council and our community have always been opposed to expanded... Read more »

Posted on: December 19, 2011

Bankstown City Lunar New Year Sensation

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Bankstown's Saigon Place is set to erupt into an awesome display of colour and sound on 14 January 2012 from 10am - 3pm as the City welcomes the Year of the Dragon.

"Council is expecting more than10, 000 people to... Read more »

Additional Info on Lunar New Year 2012...
Posted on: December 19, 2011

Bankstown City Holiday Fun

Bankstown's children and young people are in for a holiday season jam packed with fun activities thanks to Bankstown Council's School Holiday Activities Program.

"The Christmas holiday period is a time for our... Read on...

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Posted on: December 15, 2011

FREE Bus to The Beach

Bankstown's young people can look forward to free bus rides to Cronulla Beach in January as part of Bankstown Council's efforts to provide summer fun to its residents.

"There is nothing more enjoyable on a hot... Read more »

Posted on: December 15, 2011

Australia Day Spectacular 2012

With Bankstown Council preparing for its most spectacular Australia Day celebrations ever, Bankstown residents are in for a major treat at Garrison Point, Georges Hall on 26 January 2012.

"Council has an incredible... Read more »

Posted on: December 12, 2011

Midnight Basketball Grand Final Sensation

Mayor Khal Asfour with participants in Bankstown's Midnight Basketball Grand Final

Bankstown City Council's Midnight Basketball continues to grow as an overwhelming success following Saturday night's Grand Final showdown.

"With Midnight Basketball reaching the end of only its second season, I... Read more »

Posted on: December 7, 2011

Honouring our volunteers

Honouring our Volunteers

Bankstown Mayor Clr Khal Asfour paid tribute to Bankstown's Meals on Wheels Volunteers at their Annual Presentation, which coincided with International Volunteer Day on 5 December.

"In the past 45 years Meals on... Read more »

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Posted on: December 7, 2011

Summer reading fun

Bankstown Mayor Clr Khal Asfour is urging all children in Bankstown to get involved with the 2012 Summer Reading Club program.

"The holiday period is a great opportunity for our children to spend time reading their... Read more »

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Posted on: December 6, 2011

Birrong and Revesby Leisure Centre Grand Reopening

Bankstown residents are in for a treat with the grand reopening of Birrong Leisure Centre and Revesby Leisure Centre on the weekend of 17 & 18 December 2011.

"Council spent $3.2 million refurbishing the Centres and I... Read more »

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Posted on: December 5, 2011

Community Christmas Carols Brings Joy to Town

Community Christmas Carols Brings Joy to Town

Paul Keating Park was transformed into a musical oasis last week for the annual Bankstown City Christmas Carols celebration.

More than 3000 local residents flocked to the park for a great night of Christmas cheer,... Read more »

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Posted on: December 2, 2011

Council recognised for environmental success

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Bankstown City Council was recently named the recipient of two Local Government and Shires Association's Excellence in Environment Awards.
Council took out the awards in the Communication, Education and Empowerment... Read more »

Posted on: December 2, 2011

U-Turns for Youth Participants Graduate

U-Turns for Youth Participants Graduate

Participants in the second round of the Bankstown-Canterbury U-Turns for Youth Program were celebrated at a graduation ceremony on Wednesday 30 November 2011.

The seven local boys were the second class to successfully... Read more »

Posted on: December 2, 2011

Mayoral Charity Dinner Funding Success

Mayoral Charity Dinner Funding Success

Local wheelchair bound residents who use the Betty Sussman Dementia Day Centre can now be picked up from their own homes, thanks to a generous donation made by the Mayor of Bankstown Clr Khal Asfour towards the purchase of a... Read more »

Posted on: November 25, 2011

Ending violence against women

Ending violence against women

In the wake of White Ribbon Day last Friday, Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour is calling for a year round campaign to put an end to violence against women.

"I thank all those who participated in the events that Council... Read more »

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Posted on: November 25, 2011

Midnight Basketball makes a comeback

Midnight Basketball is proving a hit amongst the youth of Bankstown with its return for a second season already underway.

"Our City is big on sports and Midnight Basketball is a great way for our youth to learn new... Read on...

Posted on: November 22, 2011

Light Up Bankstown

Light up Bankstown

Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour is urging residents to participate in the Christmas Lights competition Bankstown City Council will be staging in conjunction with the Torch Newspaper.

"Christmas is a special time of the... Read more »

Posted on: November 19, 2011

Jolly Line Up for Bankstown's Christmas Carols

Christmas Carols 2011

With the festive season just around the corner and the City's Christmas decorations up, Bankstown City Council is preparing for its annual Christmas Carols concert.

To be held in Paul Keating Park on Saturday 3... Read on...

Posted on: November 19, 2011

Boys Music Workshop a harmonious success

Group with Joel Newman and Sabrina Mitwali

A group of young talented male vocalists from the Bankstown area recently participated in the annual Bankstown Boys Music Workshop.

Held at the Bankstown Arts Centre, the one day workshop was aimed at encouraging local... Read on...

Posted on: November 19, 2011

Workout with the Mayor

Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour has issued an open invitation to the men of Bankstown to join him for a workout as part of his campaign to rid the City of violence against women.

"This is a valuable opportunity for us men... Read on...

Posted on: November 15, 2011

Parks and Gardens ready for summer

Mayor Asfour with Council's Outdoor Staff inspecting the new grass at Roberts Park

Bankstown City Council staff have been hard at work making certain all of Bankstown's parks, gardens and sporting fields are in tip top shape for the summer season.

Staff have completed a wide range of activities to... Read on...

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Posted on: November 16, 2011

Program gives students a Step Up

(L-R) Mayor Asfour , Sally Khamasieh (Greenacre Area NC), Paola Sayegh (Melkite Welfare Association), Turkan Aksoy (BCC), Azza Riad (Department of Human Services-Centrelink), Ashley Bollingmore (stude

High school students in Bankstown will have a head start when it comes to finding a job after completing school, thanks to a new program called Youth Step Up.

The program, initiated by Greenacre Area Neighbourhood Centre,... Read more »

Posted on: November 11, 2011

Bankstown Mayor Appointed White Ribbon Ambassador

Bankstown Mayor Appointed White Ribbon Ambassador

Bankstown Mayor, Khal Asfour has joined the ranks of leading politicians, music artists and sports stars with his recent appointment by White Ribbon Australia as an official Ambassador.

"I am honoured by White Ribbon... Read more »

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Posted on: November 12, 2011

Council helps residents LOOK out

Council helps residents LOOK out

As part of Bankstown City Council's commitment to pedestrian safety, a number of new 'LOOK' pedestrian stencils have been installed at pedestrian crossings in Greenacre.

"Just like drivers have the... Read on...

Posted on: November 12, 2011

Visit a local library to Save Power at home

To assist Bankstown residents to save money on growing power bills, Bankstown City Council is providing free ‘Save Power Kits’, which can be borrowed from all five of Bankstown's libraries.

These kits provide... Read on...

Posted on: November 12, 2011

Do you know someone who brings pride to Bankstown?

Nominations are now open for the 2011 Australia Day Awards.

“We want to bring the pride back to Bankstown and in doing so, recognise our residents who share a passion for making this city great,” Mayor of Bankstown Clr... Read on...

Nomination form
Posted on: November 7, 2011

Bankstown pays tribute to its Vietnamese residents

Bankstown pays tribute to its Vietnamese residents

A monument honouring the Vietnamese Boat People who lost their lives in the hope of finding freedom in Australia has been unveiled in Saigon Place, Bankstown.

"The Vietnamese Boat People Monument commemorates the... Read on...

Posted on: November 4, 2011

Bankstown Joins the Fight against Cancer

Local Australians, whose lives have been touched by Cancer, will once again be recognised at Relay for Life community events being held across the nation.

This year, Bankstown City Council is calling on local residents to... Read more »

Posted on: November 2, 2011

Carols Night to light community spirit

Carols Night to light community spirit

Bankstown City Council will share the Christmas spirit with local residents on Saturday 3 December, by staging the Bankstown City Christmas Carols celebration at Paul Keating Park.

“The carols event is an opportunity for... Read more »

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Posted on: November 1, 2011

Domestic violence campaign coming to town

Domestic Violence campaign coming to town

Bankstown City Council will be hosting a series of events later this month as part of White Ribbon Day 2011 ( 25 Nov) to help end violence against women.

"Domestic violence traumatises children and women in our City... Read more »

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Posted on: November 4, 2011

Capital Works Program to revitalise City

As part of Bankstown City Council's 2011/12 $50 million Capital Works Budget, a range of local parks, town centres and community infrastructure will be restored and upgraded across the Bankstown area.

"Council has... Read more »

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Posted on: November 1, 2011

Governance project empowers community group

Governance project empowers community group

The Bankstown Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community have their eyes set on the future following the Project Graduation of Bankstown's Mob Governance Talk.

"The project gave voice to the aspirations of... Read more »

Posted on: October 31, 2011

Wonderland for kids opens in Yagoona

Wonderland for kids opens in Yagoona

Children and residents of Yagoona and its surrounds are in for a treat following the completion of the $450, 000 upgrade to Gazzard Park incorporating new playground facilities.

"I was delighted to officially open the... Read more »

Posted on: October 22, 2011

Community Roadshow to connect Council with residents

Community Roadshows are soon to be the centre of a Bankstown City Council strategy to better connect with their residents, following a Mayoral Minute proposed by Mayor Khal Asfour to re-launch the community engagement... Read more »

Posted on: October 22, 2011

Recognising those who care for our community

Carer's Award 2011

Three local carers have received awards as part of National Carer’s Week for their hard work and dedication in serving and caring for members of the Bankstown Community

Bankstown City Council today held an afternoon tea... Read more »

Posted on: October 22, 2011

Something for Everybody - Community Grants 2011/12

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Something for Everybody - Community Grants 2011/12

Bankstown residents are set to share in more than $426,000 worth of funding handed out by Mayor Khal Asfour at the 2011 Community Grants Cheque... Read more »

Posted on: October 21, 2011

Midnight Basketball bounces back

Midnight Basketball bounces back

Saturday nights are about to get a little more exciting for the youth of Bankstown with the return of Midnight Basketball.

Now entering its second season, the free program provides local youth with an alternative activity... Read more »

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Posted on: October 21, 2011

U-Turns providing the right direction

U-Turns providing the right direction

The second round of the U-Turns for Youth program will begin on Tuesday 25 October, and allow young motoring enthusiasts to get some hands-on experience with motor mechanics.

The program aims to educate youth and assist... Read on...

Posted on: October 17, 2011

Bankstown residents switch on to e-waste recycling

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Bankstown City Council has joined forces with Sims E-Recycling, helping residents in the Bankstown area to recycle their electronic waste.

A free E-waste collection day was held on Saturday, 15 October with 521 vehicles... Read on...

Posted on: October 14, 2011

The HomeGrown Winners are......

And the HomeGrown Winners are......

There is no shortage of beautiful places, or gardens for that matter, in Bankstown.

Bankstown City Council’s HomeGrown Competition recently gave local residents the opportunity to showcase the beauty of Bankstown, along... Read on...

Posted on: October 14, 2011

Town Centre improvement works begin in Punchbowl

Town Centre improvement works begin in Punchbowl

Upgrade works to improve the amenity and local facilities of Punchbowl Town Centre began this week.

"Punchbowl is about to undergo a $1.2 million facelift, bringing a rejuvenated and modernised feel to its Town... Read on...

Posted on: October 13, 2011

Bankstown City Online

Bankstown City Council looks set to enter the future with its all new contemporary website.

"The user friendly site includes a definitive guide to upcoming local events, latest news and a front page panel that allows... Read on...

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Posted on: October 10, 2011

Keeping our residents safe

Mayor Khal Asfour, Councillor Alex Kuskoff and a resident receiving safety tips from the NSW Fire Brigade at Council's Community Safety Expo

Bankstown City Council held its 10th annual Community Safety Expo on Saturday.

Held in the centre court at Centro Bankstown, the event provided an invaluable opportunity for residents to gain practical tips from emergency... Read on...

Posted on: October 10, 2011

Council honours environmental crusader

Council honours environmental crusader

A naming ceremony was recently held by Bankstown City Council to dedicate a bushland reserve at Padstow Park to one of the community’s most dedicated environmental carers.

Irene Catrin Jones, who passed away in 2006, was... Read on...

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Posted on: October 7, 2011

It’s All About Youth In Bankstown

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Local youth were the toast of the town this week, with two events held by Bankstown City Council to celebrate the contribution young people make to our city.

“Council is proud to celebrate and recognise the contribution... Read on...

Posted on: October 7, 2011

Bankstown residents encouraged to drop off e-waste

Bankstown residents encouraged to drop off e-waste

Bankstown City Council has joined forces with Sims E-Recycling to help residents in the Bankstown area dispose of their electronic waste correctly.

The free e-waste collection service will be held on Saturday 15 October... Read on...

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Posted on: September 30, 2011

Councils Celebrate Sister City Agreement

In celebration of the Bankstown and Broken Hill Sister City Relationship, Bankstown and Broken Hill City Council's this week signed a Memorandum of Understanding to reaffirm 25 years of sister city relations.

Hosted... Read on...

Posted on: September 29, 2011

Sylvan Grove blossoming for Spring

Sylvan Grove blossoming for Spring

Spring is in the air and with the flowers blooming at Sylvan Grove Native Garden, now is the perfect time for the community to view and experience this 1.5 hectare floral oasis.

Situated in a pleasant and natural bushland... Read on...

Posted on: September 29, 2011

Council takes home two recreation excellence awards

Council takes home two recreation excellence awards

Bankstown City Council was recently named the recipient of two Parks and Leisure Australia Awards for NSW/ACT.

Council won the Connected Communities Award for its Wellness for Women Program, and the Development and... Read on...

Posted on: September 29, 2011

TAP concert a hit

TAP concert a hit

The vocal talents of some of Bankstown's most gifted young performers were showcased recently at the annual Talent Advancement Program (TAP) Presentation Concert.

Held at the Bankstown Sports Club, more than 400 people... Read on...

Posted on: September 22, 2011

Bankstown Mayor and Deputy Mayor Re-elected

Bankstown Mayor and Deputy Mayor

Councillors Khal Asfour and Allan Winterbottom have been re-elected unopposed as the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Bankstown at an Extraordinary Council meeting last night.

In accepting their roles, both Councillors... Read on...

Posted on: September 22, 2011

Bankstown Council welcomes new General Manager

Matthew Stewart and Mayor Khal Asfour

Bankstown City Council appointed Mr Matthew Stewart as its new General Manager following a unanimous decision at its meeting on 20 September 2011.

"Mr Stewart shares my passion and dedication to improving upon our... Read on...

Posted on: September 22, 2011

Grants to support local community groups and organisations

More than $450,000 will be presented to local groups and community organisations as part of Bankstown City Council’s 2011/12 Community Grants and Event Sponsorship Program.
The annual grants program provides one off funding... Read on...

Posted on: September 22, 2011

Swing to Bring Joy to the Disabled

Swing to Bring Joy to the Disabled

Residents of Bankstown are set to benefit from the city's first public Devine Liberty Swing following a Mayoral Minute proposed by Mayor Khal Asfour at the recent Council meeting.

The Devine Liberty Swing, to be... Read on...

Posted on: September 16, 2011

Cleaner and Greener City for Residents

Cleaner and Greener City for Residents

As part of Bankstown City Council's commitment to providing a cleaner and greener City for our residents, Council is launching a new city cleansing and garden maintenance program.

Operating seven days a week, the Town... Read on...

Posted on: September 16, 2011

Calling on Midnight Basketball Participants

Midnight Basketball

Registrations for the second round of Bankstown City Council’s Midnight Basketball program open on Monday 26, September 2011.

Set to begin on 22 October, the free program is again expected to prove popular with local... Read on...

Posted on: September 16, 2011

Mayor Asfour welcomes new Baby

Mayor Asfour welcome new baby

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Khal Asfour and his wife Sally have welcomed the arrival of their son Elias to the world.

Born on Wednesday 24 August 2011, little Elias is the first child to join the Asfour family.

"Both... Read on...

Posted on: September 5, 2011

International Film Festival for Bankstown

International Film Festival for Bankstown

In celebration of Bankstown's cultural diversity, Bankstown City Library has launched an international film festival with a difference.

To be held through to June next year, the film festival gives residents a chance... Read on...

Posted on: August 25, 2011

Calling on Bankstown's photography enthusiasts

Calling on Bankstowns photography enthusiasts

Bankstown City Council is calling on residents to unleash their passion for photography and nature, and take part in the HomeGrown Photography Competition.

To be held for the first time this year, the competition is... Read on...

Posted on: August 25, 2011

Bankstown gardeners prepare your gardens

Bankstown gardeners prepare your  gardens

It’s that time of year again, for Bankstown residents to bring out their gloves, shovels and forks and prepare for the annual Bankstown HomeGrown Garden Competition.

Opening on Thursday 1 September 2011, the HomeGrown... Read on...

Posted on: August 19, 2011

Bankstown City Council Swim School Program

Bankstown City Council Swim School Program

Bankstown City Council is inviting enrolments for the Bankstown Swim School program at Birrong, Revesby and Wran Leisure Centres.

Council proudly owns and manages four Leisure Centres with enrolments for term 4 opening on... Read on...

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Posted on: August 17, 2011

Carbon tax will not raise rates in Bankstown

Carbon tax will not raise rates in Bankstown

"Bankstown City Council will not be increasing rates above the level set independently by the NSW Government. Council is in a sound financial position and I would like to assure local residents that the Federal... Read on...

Posted on: August 15, 2011

2011 Mayoral Charity Dinner a great success

Mayoral Ball

The 2011 Bankstown Mayoral Charity Dinner held on Friday 12 August was a tremendous success, with over $53,000 raised for Bankstown City Aged Care.

More than 450 guests filled the Bankstown Sports Club Grand... Read on...

Posted on: August 17, 2011

Community groups benefit from CDSE grants

Community groups benefit fro CDSC Grants

More than $770, 000 was handed out to 72 local projects this week as part of the Community Development and Support Expenditure (CDSE) Scheme.

The CDSE scheme is a state wide initiative that recognises the clubs’... Read on...

Posted on: August 17, 2011

Revesby carpark opens

Revesby Car Park

The new five-storey carpark with 132 short-stay parking spaces is now open, signifying Bankstown City Council’s commitment to the residents of Revesby.

“Our local town centres are vital community hubs, and Bankstown City... Read on...

Posted on: August 12, 2011

New Golf Professional for Sefton Golf Course

Tim Hosking and Mayor Khal Asfour

Bankstown City Council has recently appointed Tim Hosking, a PGA member, as the new Teaching and Service Professional for Sefton Golf Course.

Mr Hosking has a long associated history with Bankstown, having grown up in... Read on...

Posted on: August 12, 2011

Greenacre Library celebrates 50 years of service

Greenacre Library celebrates 50 years of service

Greenacre Branch Library marked its 50th anniversary today with an afternoon tea celebration for the community of Greenacre.


First known as the Greenacre Library and Baby Health Centre, it opened its doors on Saturday... Read on...

Posted on: August 5, 2011

Bankstown's Knitters have a ball

Knitters have a ball

Knitting enthusiasts from across Bankstown converged on Bankstown Library today to help those less fortunate this winter, by participating in the ABC 702 Sydney's Knit In event.


2011 marks the tenth annual ABC 702... Read on...

Posted on: August 1, 2011

Bankstown Bites Satisfies the Taste Buds

Bankstown Bites Satisfies the Taste Buds

With a stunning winter’s day, the freshest of ingredients and the talents of local and celebrity chefs, Bankstown's signature event Bankstown Bites has once again been hailed a success by the thousands of festival goers.... Read on...

Posted on: August 1, 2011

Record set as Bankstown digs in for largest National Tree Day

National Tree Day 2011

On Sunday Bankstown City Council hosted a community Tree Day event at Carysfield Park, Bass Hill with residents planting trees and shrubs and enjoying a free BBQ lunch on the day.

"Bankstown's community planting... Read on...

Posted on: July 29, 2011

Illegal Dumpers Beware

Illegal dumpers beware


Local Council's across Western Sydney have joined forces with the Regional Illegal Dumping Squad (RID) to stop illegal dumping in their local areas.

Bankstown City Council joined the RID Squad in December 2000, and... Read on...

Posted on: July 29, 2011

Mayoral Ball charity dinner tickets selling fast

Mayoral Ball

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Khal Asfour is reminding the community there is still time to purchase tickets for the 2011 Mayoral Charity Dinner.

Bankstown City Aged Care will be the recipient of the proceeds raised from the... Read on...

Posted on: July 22, 2011

Report on homelessness in Bankstown

Report on homelessness in Bankstown

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Khal Asfour yesterday welcomed the launch of the "Where the heart is: Homelessness in Bankstown" Report at Bankstown Sports Club.

"The statistics revealed in the report are both alarming... Read on...

Posted on: July 21, 2011

Celebrity and Local Chefs to cook up a storm at Bankstown Bites

Celebrity and Local Chefs to cook up a storm at Bankstown Bites

'Bankstown Bites' would not be complete without the excitement of the cooking demonstrations and 2011 promises to be the biggest and best festival yet.


Bankstown City Council’s FREE signature food event... Read on...

Posted on: July 21, 2011

Punchbowl Town Centre Improvements

Punchbowl Town Centre Improvements

Punchbowl is the next town centre to receive a makeover as part of Bankstown City Council's Town Centre Improvement Program with works to proceed this year.


"Our local town centres are important community hubs... Read on...

Posted on: July 18, 2011

Bankstown underpass fully open to traffic

The $6.5 million upgrade to the Bankstown Underpass is now fully open to traffic and pedestrians.

Bankstown's new and improved Underpass includes four traffic lanes, signalised intersections, pedestrian pathways and... Read on...

Posted on: July 15, 2011

Funding will not go to waste

Newly arrived refugees and young mothers will be amongst a number of Bankstown residents to participate in an education program early next year, aimed at helping households save up to $1000 a year off their grocery bills.... Read on...

Posted on: July 15, 2011

Take a discovery food tour through Bankstown

Diana Kitanovska from Izvor Deli gives Mayor Asfour a sneak preview

As part of Bankstown Bites' popular Discovery Food Tours, 33 local eateries in the Bankstown CBD will open their doors, giving participants a sneak preview of the range of food on offer in our City.

"The Discovery... Read on...

Posted on: July 8, 2011

Commitment to develop Reconciliation Action Plan

Commitment to develop reconciliation action plan

Bankstown City Council has demonstrated its support for its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents by signing a Statement of Commitment to develop a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Khal... Read on...

Posted on: July 8, 2011

Bankstown Arts Centre Open Day – discover your hidden talent!

Bankstown Art Centre Open Day

Come along to the Bankstown Arts Centre and explore the artist in yourself with your family and friends.

On Saturday, 16 July the Bankstown Arts Centre is holding an open day from 10am to 4pm for anyone who would like to... Read on...

Posted on: July 8, 2011

Bankstown’s Got Talent !

Heather Riley

Forget the Channel Seven series Australia’s Got Talent, some of our best up-and-coming performers are right here in Bankstown!

Three young talented vocalists from Bankstown City Council’s Talent Advancement Program (TAP)... Read on...

Posted on: July 8, 2011

Brighten up your business face

Local business owners have the opportunity to revamp the exterior of their shop fronts at half the cost, thanks to a program being offered by Bankstown City Council.

For the past six months Council’s Facade Improvement... Read on...

Posted on: July 8, 2011

Upgrade of Newland Reserve

A major rejuvenation plan is about to start to bring Milperra’s Newland Reserve pond back to life.

Bankstown City Council is preparing to begin works including draining the entire pond and improving water quality. Over... Read on...

Posted on: July 6, 2011

Midnight Basketball a Success in Bankstown

Bankstown's first Midnight Basketball has been judged a success by organisers and participants following the Grand Final at Bankstown Basketball Stadium on Saturday 2 July 2011.

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Asfour had the... Read on...

Posted on: July 1, 2011

Bankstown Bites to satisfy your appetite

Antonios Chayna, Mayor Asfour and Ben Ndreka

South-West Sydney's largest food festival Bankstown Bities is on again, with the Bankstown CBD to be transformed into a food lover's haven.

Now in its seventh year, the 2011 Bankstown Bites Food Festival will be... Read on...

Posted on: June 28, 2011

Clr Khal Asfour elected as Bankstown’s new mayor

Clr Asfour elected as new Mayor of Bankstown

At an Extraordinary Meeting of Bankstown City Council last night, Clr Khal Asfour was elected as the new Mayor of Bankstown.

Clr Asfour becomes Mayor following Clr Tania Mihailuk's decision last week to resign to... Read on...

Posted on: June 27, 2011

Bankstown's new women's and children's health centre.

With the new $1.5 million Bankstown Women's and Children's Health Centre in Jacobs Street in its final stages of construction, Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk hosted a walk through as part of the official... Read on...

Posted on: June 27, 2011

U-Turns for Youth Program Participants Graduate.

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Participants in the first round of the Bankstown-Canterbury U-Turns for Youth Program were congratulated at a graduation event on Thursday 23 June 2011.

The six local youth were the first class to complete an... Read on...

Posted on: June 27, 2011

Clr Mihailuk steps down as Mayor

Councillor Tania Mihailuk

After serving as Mayor of Bankstown for five terms, Clr Tania Mihailuk has tendered her resignation from the position of Mayor effective from 5pm Monday 27 June, 2011.


Clr Tania Mihailuk said she had always intended... Read on...

Posted on: June 17, 2011

Refugee week celebrations in Bankstown

As part of Bankstown City Council's commitment to refugees in the Bankstown area, Council will once again host a day of events to celebrate Refugee Week 2011.

Bankstown's Refugee Week celebrations will include a... Read on...

Posted on: June 17, 2011

Consumer confidence on the rise in Bankstown

A recent Economic Profile report released by Bankstown City Council shows an increase in consumer confidence throughout the local government area.

In the past year Bankstown has seen the emergence of 784 new businesses... Read on...

Posted on: June 17, 2011

NAIDOC Week Celebrations in Bankstown

To celebrate the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in the Bankstown area, Council will once again host a community event on Saturday 2 July as part of NAIDOC Week 2011.

To... Read on...

Posted on: June 10, 2011

Applications open next week for 2011 Community Grants and Event Sponsorship Program

Applications open next week for 2011 Community Grants and Event Sponsorship Program

Applications for Bankstown City Council’s 2011/12 Community Grants and Event Sponsorship Program open next week.

The annual grants program provides one off funding to local community groups and organisations to assist... Read on...

Posted on: June 10, 2011

Bankstown City Aged Care to benefit from the 2011 Mayoral Charity Dinner

Bankstown City Aged Care to benefit from the 2011 Mayoral Charity Dinner

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk has announced Bankstown City Aged Care as beneficiary of the proceeds raised from the 2011 Mayoral Charity Dinner.

The annual charity dinner is an opportunity for Council and the... Read on...

Posted on: June 3, 2011

Stage one of the Underpass project now completed

Drivers and pedestrians now have access through the new Bankstown Underpass with the opening of two lanes, one in each direction and a pedestrian footpath.

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk said: "The people of... Read on...

Posted on: June 3, 2011

Midnight Basketball scores high with the Youth of Bankstown

It has only been four weeks since the tournament started, but Bankstown's Midnight Basketball program has been deemed a success by the youth of Bankstown.

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk said the Midnight... Read on...

Posted on: May 30, 2011

Bankstown libraries introduce eAudio bookshelf

Bankstown City Library members can now borrow their favourite books without having to leave the comfort of home.

The new eAudio bookshelf service allows members to browse more than 400 titles, either online or at the... Read on...

Posted on: May 30, 2011

Council Expresses Sympathy to Sia'a Family

Bankstown City Council joins the community in expressing its sympathy to the Sia'a family.

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk said: "This is a time of great sorrow for the Sia'a family and the community of... Read on...

Posted on: May 25, 2011

Bankstown's Libraries to Host National Simultaneous Storytime

Bankstown's five local libraries will again host a special reading event as part of National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) on Wednesday 25 May 2011.


NSS is part of annual National Library and Information Week and... Read on...

Posted on: May 19, 2011

Bankstown's budget delivers

Bankstown Budget Delivers

Bankstown City Council will be debt free by 2018 and $130 million will be invested into capital works projects. These are two highlights from the Draft 2011/12 Budget and 4-Year Financial Plan approved for exhibition by... Read on...

Posted on: May 17, 2011

Bankstown's Disability Expo

Bankstown Disability Expo

Bankstown's Disability Expo will be hosted by Bankstown City Council on Tuesday 17 May 2011 at Bankstown City YMCA, Revesby.

Alongside free activities, the Expo will provide information on various disability services... Read on...

Posted on: May 13, 2011

Bankstown Arts Centre Wins Award

Bankstown Arts Centre Wins Award

Bankstown Arts Centre won an award as one of the best cultural facilities in New South Wales at the 2011 NSW Local Government Cultural Awards on Friday 6 May.


With more than 100 submissions from 52 councils across NSW... Read on...

Posted on: April 29, 2011

Monument's site chosen

Monument's site chosen

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Saigon Place', in Bankstown's CBD, has been chosen as the location for a Vietnamese boat people monument being developed by Bankstown City Council and the Vietnamese Community in Australia - NSW Chapter (VCA).... Read on...

Posted on: April 29, 2011

Midnight Basketball comes to town

Midnight Basketball comes to town

Basketball enthusiasts in the Bankstown area have the chance to play in the new Midnight Basketball program – a basketball program with a difference.

Run in Bankstown for the first time, the free program will provide... Read on...

Posted on: April 18, 2011

Construction begins on Bankstown's new Central Library and Knowledge Centre

Bankstown residents are one step closer to receiving their new Central Library and Knowledge Centre, with demolition of the eastern side of the existing Town Hall building starting this week.

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania... Read on...

Posted on: April 18, 2011

Bankstown's U-Turns for Youth Program

Bankstown and Canterbury City councils are calling on local youth interested in cars and the mechanic industry to participate in the U-Turns for Youth Program.

The U-Turns for Youth Program is a collaborative approach by... Read on...

Posted on: April 4, 2011

CDSE funding applications now open

CDSE funding applications now open

Applications for the Community Development Support Expenditure (CDSE) Funding Scheme are now open and Bankstown City Council encourages local community organisations to apply.

The CDSE scheme is a state-wide initiative... Read on...

Posted on: April 4, 2011

Business Mentoring Program for local businesses

Business Mentoring Program for local businesses

As part of Bankstown City Council's commitment to support local businesses, Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk launched the Bankstown Business Mentoring Program this week.


Run as a pilot program, the Bankstown... Read on...

Posted on: April 4, 2011

Councils to bounce back on car theft

Councils to bounce back on car theft

Bankstown and Canterbury City Councils have joined forces to combat motor vehicle theft through ‘Operation Bounce Back ' - a national educational campaign to prevent motor vehicle theft in our local communities.

... Read on...

Posted on: March 28, 2011

Youth Week Celebrations in Bankstown

Bankstown City Council is inviting local youth to participate in one of the nine activities and programs planned during National Youth Week.

Running from 1 - 10 April 2011 Bankstown City Council has joined local youth... Read on...

Posted on: March 28, 2011

Free Mulch and Plant Giveaway for Bankstown Residents

Free Mulch and Plant Giveaway for Bankstown Residents

Residents in Bankstown can take advantage of Bankstown City Council’s free mulch and native plant give away on Saturday 2 April.

Each year, Bankstown City Council's Environment and Education team provide two community... Read on...

Posted on: March 23, 2011

Sport a Month program keeps Bankstown residents active

Have you ever wanted to try lawn bowling, but not sure if you will enjoy it or not? Then Bankstown City Council’s Sport A Month program is just for you.

Council has teamed up with various local sporting clubs to provide... Read on...

Posted on: March 18, 2011

Putting stormwater to work for Bankstown

Putting stormwater to work for Bankstown

Bankstown's biggest stormwater management project has just been completed by Bankstown City Council at the Crest Sporting complex in Georges Hall.

A Bankstown City Council spokesperson said the project at the Crest is... Read on...

Posted on: March 10, 2011

State funding toward crash barriers for underpass

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Bankstown City Council welcomes the $100,000 contribution by the Minister for Transport, John Robertson MLC to assist with the Bankstown Underpass redevelopment project.

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk said the... Read on...

Posted on: March 10, 2011

Local libraries Wi-Fi hotspots

Bankstown City Council wants all residents to take advantage of the great new free Wi-Fi hotspots at our libraries and the new Bankstown Arts Centre.

Wi-Fi or wireless networking technology uses radio waves to provide... Read on...

Posted on: March 10, 2011

Turn out the lights!

Bankstown City Council encourages all our residents to join in Earth Hour and turn out your lights for an hour starting at 8.30pm on Saturday 26 March.

Earth Hour originated in Sydney in 2007 and cities across the globe... Read on...

Posted on: March 10, 2011

Bankstown Community Plan adopted

Bankstown's Community Strategic Plan was adopted by Council last month.

The Bankstown Community Plan 2021 sets out the goals and long term actions that will be implemented over the next ten years to guide the future... Read on...

Posted on: March 10, 2011

Youth Week Competition registrations now open

Youth Week 2011

Registration for Bankstown City Council's Free Youth Week Soccer and Skate competition are now open and local youth are encouraged to form teams and register.

The competitions will be held as part of a selection of... Read on...

Posted on: March 2, 2011

Seniors Week is on

Bankstown City Council invites all our seniors to join in the fun and activities of Seniors Week from 20-27 March.

Live Life! Is the theme of this year's Seniors Week and council wants to help all our senior citizens... Read on...

Posted on: February 28, 2011

Bankstown residents to clean up

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Bankstown City Council is calling on residents, local schools and business communities to put on a pair of gloves and register for Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday, 6 March 2011.

Clean up Australia Day is held each year... Read on...

Posted on: February 28, 2011

Recreation Expo returns to Bankstown

Bankstown City Council's award winning FREE Recreation Expo will once again return to Bankstown on Saturday 12 March 2011.

The Recreation Expo will provide the community with information on various sporting,... Read on...

Posted on: February 21, 2011

Bankstown residents can recycle e-waste

Bankstown City Council has joined forces with Visy Recycling to help residents in the Bankstown area dispose of their electronic waste.

The free e-waste collection service will be held on Saturday 26 February for old... Read on...

Posted on: February 21, 2011

Bankstown- Canterbury Parenting Partnership Program

Along with local community organisations Bankstown and Canterbury City Councils will be running a free Parenting Partnership Program in Bankstown on Wednesday 23 February 2011.

The program is targeted at working with... Read on...

Posted on: February 17, 2011

Win for Bankstown residents

Win for Bankstown Residents

Bankstown City Council welcomes today's announcement by the Premier, Kristina Keneally for a free air-conditioned shuttle bus service for Bankstown.

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk said the free shuttle bus... Read on...

Posted on: February 17, 2011

Bankstown's $5.8M Arts Centre opens

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Bankstown City Council's new Arts Centre was officially opened today by NSW Premier Kristina Keneally, Federal Member for Blaxland Jason Clare and Bankstown Mayor Tania Mihailuk.

More than 200 guests filled the Arts... Read on...

Posted on: February 14, 2011

Bankstown residents miss the bus

Bankstown Residents Miss the Bus

As residents in Campbelltown, Liverpool and Gosford are enjoying their new government funded free shuttle bus service, Mayor Tania Mihailuk is calling for a similar service for Bankstown.


Premier Kristina Keneally... Read on...

Posted on: February 11, 2011

New Women's And Children's Health Centre Work Begins

New Women's And Children's Health Centre Work Begins

Construction has started on the new Bankstown Women's and Children's Health Centre at Jacobs Street, Bankstown.


Bankstown City Council's new health centre will include an immunisation clinic for children, a... Read on...

Posted on: February 4, 2011

Bankstown’s ‘Saigon Place’ comes to life for Lunar New Year Celebrations

Bankstowns Saigon Place comes to life for Lunar New Year Celebrations

Bankstown’s CBD was bought to life with the colours, traditions and sounds of Asia on Saturday 29 January, as more than 5000 revellers enjoyed Bankstown City Council’s fifth annual Lunar New Year Festival, held in ‘Saigon... Read on...

Posted on: February 4, 2011

Council’s Sport A Month program keeps Bankstown residents active

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Have you ever wanted to try a new sport, but not sure if you will enjoy it or not? Then Bankstown City Council’s Sport A Month program is just for you.

Council has teamed up with various local sporting clubs to provide... Read on...

Posted on: February 7, 2011

Padstow Shop and Win competition winner

Padstow Shop and Win competition winner

One lucky resident has won a $3,000 travel voucher as part of Bankstown City Council's Shop and Win promotion in Padstow.

Frances, who lives with her husband and two young children in Padstow, was selected at random... Read on...

Posted on: February 7, 2011

Grant to be spent on community centres

Mayor of Bankstown, Clr Tania Mihailuk accepted the grant on behalf of the local community supported by Joe Tripodi MP, the Member for Fairfield

Residents using the Wran Leisure and Bill Lovelee Youth Centres will soon benefit from a State Government grant of $80,000 announced recently.

Mayor of Bankstown, Clr Tania Mihailuk accepted the grant on behalf of the... Read on...

Posted on: January 28, 2011

The heat was on and so was the fun

The heat was on and so was the fun

Despite the scorching heat more than 15,000 people turned out for a fantastic day of food, fun and entertainment at Bankstown City Council's annual Australia Day celebrations at Garrison Point.


Mayor of Bankstown... Read on...

Posted on: January 27, 2011

Bankstown's Local Australians Honoured

An inspirational doctor, an active youth role model, a dedicated St John Ambulance volunteer and a local football advocate were honoured yesterday with the Bankstown Australia Day Awards as part of Bankstown City Council’s... Read on...

Posted on: January 21, 2011

Celebrate Lunar New Year in 'Saigon Place'

Celebrate Lunar New Year in 'Saigon Place'

Bankstown's CBD will once again come to life for the fifth annual Bankstown Lunar New Year Festival as Bankstown City Plaza becomes 'Saigon Place'.


Saturday, 29 January 2011

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania... Read on...

Posted on: January 17, 2011

Women’s Ashes Test in Bankstown!

Women's Ashes Test in Bankstown

Bankstown Memorial Oval will be the host ground for Cricket Australia’s Women’s International Series Ashes Test on 22-25 January 2011.

The Australians will play the England women’s team in a four-day "battle for the... Read on...

Posted on: January 14, 2011

Quick Link to Property

Bankstown residents can now click on to Bankstown City Council's new geospatial information system (GIS) and enjoy improved access to their property details.

Mayor of Bankstown Clr Tania Mihailuk said the new GIS... Read on...

Posted on: January 14, 2011

Bankstown supports the Queensland Flood Relief Appeal

Bankstown Supports the Queensland Flood Relief Appeal

Bankstown City Council Mayor Tania Mihailuk is calling on the community to lend their support to the victims of the Queensland floods.

Mayor Mihailuk said: "The extent of the flood crisis in Queensland is devastating... Read on...

Posted on: January 13, 2011

Arty Bankstown

Mayor Tania Mihailuk inspecting the progress on the new Bankstown Arts Centre with representatives of the Bankstown Arts Society and Bankstown Youth Development Services

Bankstown City Council's new Bankstown Arts Centre will be opening its doors to the public in February 2011.


Mayor Tania Mihailuk inspecting the progress on the new Bankstown Arts Centre with representatives of the... Read on...

Posted on: January 6, 2011

Celebrate Australia Day the Bankstown way

Australia Day 2011

This Australia Day, Bankstown City Council will welcome a sensational lineup of Australia’s best known entertainers and home grown talent to the Bankstown Australia Day celebrations at Garrison Point.

Bankstown City... Read on...

Posted on: January 6, 2011

Free Bus to Beach


Bankstown City Council’s annual Bus to Beach service will return in 2011, providing young locals with a free return trip between Bankstown and Cronulla beach during January.

It’s a great way for local youth to get... Read on...