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 »
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 »
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...
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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...
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 »
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 »
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 »
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
"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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
'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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
' 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...