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From your MAYOR Frank Carbone fcarbone@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au

The year is still young, but our City has seen one of its most exciting starts to the year.

In a few short months Council hosted many successful free family friendly events including the Seniors Concert, Australia Day, Lunar New Year and our spectacular New Year’s Eve event Illuminate.

We have continued to improve the amenity of our City, and have built, or started to build, more super parks and other major projects.

Our next big event is the Bring It On! Festival for young people. Council invests in, and celebrates our young people because they are the future of our City. Come join us at the event, being held at Fairfield Showground on 13 April, 2pm-8pm.

Also to celebrate our young people, I will present the annual Mayor’s Youth Achievement Awards in June. There have been some truly inspirational young people over the years to win these awards.

I encourage you to nominate any young person up to 24 years of age who you believe has excelled and/or made our City an even better place to live.

We are also continuing our major projects that are great, not only for young people, but anyone who wants to get active.

We recently opened the $4 million Avenel Park in Canley Vale with a fitness and skating area, the revamped 50-metre outdoor pool at Fairfield Leisure Centre and two full-size synthetic futsal courts and 17 multi sport outdoor courts at Endeavour Sports Park.

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Works continue at Endeavour Sports Park to also bring you two more synthetic all-weather grass fields with lighting and another five renewed grass sportsfields with 100 lux lighting for night-time training. Planning and detailed design for a Fairfield Showground events centre is also forging ahead.

This is in addition to the tens of millions of dollars being invested into our local roads, footpaths, kerb and guttering, neighbourhood playgrounds and outdoor fitness equipment.

Our free events and infrastructure works are investments into what matters to you and makes our City an even greater place to live, work, play and raise a family.

Frank Carbone Mayor of Fairfield City

EASTER TREATS

EASTER BUNNY VISITS

Hop to it! Special Easter guests are coming to Fairfield City streets and they’re bringing sweet treats!

Fairfield Heights 16 April | 12.30-3.30pm

Canley Heights 17 April | 3-5pm

EASTER FUN AROUND OUR CITY

Easter Egg Hunt

Bareena Park, Canley Vale 17 April | 3-6pm

Easter Fun in Fairfield City Centre Petting zoo, children’s craft workshops, face painting, Easter egg giveaway and a special visit from the Easter Bunny.

Thomas Ware Plaza, Fairfield, 17 April | 3-6pm

EASTER LIGHTS ACROSS THE CITY

We’re brightening up the City for Easter once again this year with lights and decorations at more than 15 intersections and locations as well as suburb banners across the City.

Lights are being installed at Abbotsbury, Canley Vale, Fairfield, Lansvale, Smithfield, Mt Pritchard, Prairiewood, St Johns Park, Wetherill Park and Yennora.

EASTER FAIR FAIRFIELD

FAIRFIELD SHOWGROUND • THURS 17 APRIL-TUES 22 APRIL 2025

ENTRY ONLY $2 + FREE PARKING

MOTOR BIKE SHOW • FREE CIRCUS & WORKSHOPS SAND SCULPTURES • WOOD CARVING

ANIMAL NURSERY • PIG RACING • LITTLE BIG RIGS STILT WALKERS • SNAKE SHOW • BUBBLE SHOW SIDE SHOW ALLEY • CARNIVAL RIDES AND MORE!

KIDS BIG DAY OUT!

THURS 17 APRIL • 3PM-9PM FIRST 500 KIDS RECEIVE A FREE PLUSH TOY KIDS RIDES $2 & THRILL RIDES $5 ALL DAY!

FIREWORKS 8.30PM EVERY NIGHT!

UNLIMITED RIDE WRISTBANDS* ONLY $30 ONLINE OR $35 AT THE FAIR *WRISTBANDS ONLY VALID ON 18-22 APRIL

OPENING TIMES:

THURS 17 APR • 3PM TO 9PM FRI 18 APR TO TUES 22 APR • 10AM TO 9PM

MAJOR PROJECTS UPDATE

DESIGN UNDERWAY

Brenan Park, Smithfield

BRENAN PARK, SMITHFIELD

Exciting plans are underway for a new destination playground at Brenan Park, which will see the popular Smithfield sports field provide endless opportunities for adventurous play and imaginative exploration.

In addition to the play equipment, designs also include shaded tree cover, seated picnic spots and ample green space and landscaping to provide a pleasant and inviting environment for all.

The playground, made possible by a $6 million NSW Government Western Sydney Infrastructure Grant, will appeal to all ages and abilities featuring a climbing tower, water play, trampolines, spinners, and more. Accessibility will be a key focus, with plans to include inclusive play equipment, ensuring every child can enjoy the space.

Construction is anticipated to commence in September.

For regular updates, click on our social media and City Connect newsletter links at the bottom of our website home page at www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au.

Endeavour Sports Park

Upgrades at Fairfield Showground

Design is underway for the new Fairfield Showground Community and Event Centre, part-funded by a $28 million contribution from the NSW Government’s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program, and it’s shaping up to be something spectacular!

The state-of-the-art facility is set to become a hub for locals and visitors, providing a versatile space for exhibitions, performances, community and sporting events, cultural activities, and social gatherings.

Upcoming detention basin upgrades

Council continues to upgrade our City's detention basins to help protect properties in the event of flooding.

Current upgrade works at Powhatan Park are scheduled for completion at the end of the year, while works at Stockdale Park in Abbotsbury are currently underway .

These are critical upgrades to improve measures against property damage in the event of flooding.

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PROJECT NO. REVISION PAGE NO. 06/11/2024 2523046 02 17

Features include a range of modern amenities, including an exhibition hall and large stage, multipurpose indoor sport courts, large foyer, and an openair courtyard and covered forecourt for smaller events. Once completed, the new development will provide a much-needed space for connection, celebration, performance, and creativity in Fairfield City.

Construction is anticipated to commence in 2026.

Detention basins hold excess stormwater during heavy rain and release it slowly into the creeks, avoiding flash flooding of the creek system.

The works, jointly funded by Council and the Federal Government, will see increased water holding capacity, bringing our detention basins into line with contemporary State Government requirements.

There are 19 detention basins across

AROUND OUR CITY

Closeto 15,000 revellers celebrated Lunar New Year at Cabramatta and Canley Heights in February, enjoying family-friendly entertainment and a spectacular fireworks display to see in the Year of the Snake.

Staff and volunteers have spent 7,000 hours regenerating our bushland in the past six months.

Look out for ANZAC Day ceremonies and activities in our City during April.

People of all ages celebrated Australia Day with free pool entry at Fairfield and Prairiewood pools and Youth and Community Centre.

We have upgraded four playgrounds already in 2025 including Shakespeare Park in January, and there are more to come.

We recognised outstanding locals for their contributions to the City at the Australia Day Community Awards.

Residents joined our FREE Gyms in Parks program in February and March. For more visit www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/outdoorgyms.

The Aquatower at Aquatopia was open for longer on hot days during summer to help locals beat the heat.

We continue our $3.2 million investment in renewing and building new footpaths across our City this financial year.

Residents enjoyed our FREE gardening workshop in February. Find out more at www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/events.

FAIRFIELD CITY MUSEUM & GALLERY

WITHIN HEAVEN AND EARTH

Until 28 June 2025

In search of renewal and healing, this group exhibition shares a multidimensionality of storytelling exploring the artists’ personal identity and cultural memory.

COLLABORATING ARTISTS

Agus Wijaya / Celine Cheung / Jess Bradford / Kean Onn See / Linda Sok / Tianli Zu / Vipoo Srivilasa

WRITTEN AND SOUND CONTRIBUTIONS BY

Andrew Zhou / Annabella Luu / Maggie Tra / Carielyn Tunion / Heart Armour / Winne Dunn & Natalia Figuero / Tian Zhang

FESTIVALS!

Until 10 May 2025

Discover how our celebrations have changed over time in this exhibition highlighting Fairfield City's best and biggest Festivals!

Image: Clinton Nguyen, Moon Fest, 2024.

Visit fcmg.nsw.gov.au for more information about what’s on at Fairfield City Museum & Gallery.

History enthusiasts can explore the Fairfield City Heritage Collection online; an exciting way to view and visit some of Fairfield City’s archives and object collections.

The Heritage Collection website allows users to listen to oral histories from influential local people, view historical photographs dating back to the late 1800s, and learn about significant and rare objects from the Fairfield City Museum & Gallery collection.

Scan here to start exploring.

fairfieldcitymuseumgallery

@fairfieldcitymuseumgallery

Fairfield City Heritage Collection

Design by Huy Nguyen.

The Fairfield City Mayor’s Youth Achievement Awards recognise local young people and groups that champion excellence in the sports, arts, business, humanitarian, and community activism arenas. Each year, winners and placegetters are announced in ten categories including leadership, creative arts, sports impact, start-up talent, new beginnings, and more.

Emmanuel Asante received the Mayor’s Award in 2019 for Visual Arts. A respected artist with national exhibitions, he contributes to the community through We Are Studios and the Arts Advisory Committee.

Born in Ghana, he migrated to Australia in 2015 and now lives in Fairfield. His art addresses migration struggles, social marginalisation, and themes of personal subjectivity and empowerment. His work blends Ghanaian culture, traditional patterns, and folktales.

He proudly calls Fairfield home: : “(It) is safe and people here are very friendly and nice,” he said. “My experience as a young person in Fairfield City was a joyous one. Going for strolls in parks was something I enjoyed doing and I would see families playing games. I sometimes got invited to join them to play footy or volleyball.”

You can follow Emmanuel on Instagram: @emmanuel.asante.art.

Nominations for the 2025 Fairfield City Mayor’s Youth Achievement Awards open May. Winners will be announced at a special presentation in June.

Our City is diverse and culturally rich, full of fun family festivals, events, sporting facilities, parks and playgrounds, food and heritage!

What do you love about living in our City? Get creative and express this in an artwork or photograph.

To enter visit www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/ capturefairfield

50th anniversary of the Vietnam War

This April marks the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War's end, where Australian and Vietnamese soldiers fought together. From 1962 to 1975, around 60,000 Australians served in Vietnam, with over 500 killed and 3,000 injured. Australian forces also assisted in evacuating Vietnamese citizens and humanitarian efforts in 1975. The Vietnamese were the first major Asian immigrant group to settle in Australia, marking the start of multiculturalism.

To mark this important anniversary, Council will install special commemorative street banners across the City and in Dutton Plaza later this month.

WHAT'S ON

April Digitisation Workshop

Monday 28 April

Wetherill Park library

10.30-11.30am or 1.30-2.30pm

Preserve your cherished photos! Join our introductory workshop to learn best practices for preservation, digitisation, and archiving your precious memories. Registration required*.

Heritage Discovery Walk Cabramatta

Tuesday 29 April

Whitlam Library, 10.30am-12.30pm

Join The Heritage team for a guided tour of Cabramatta's vibrant streets, exploring its rich heritage, stories, traditions and cultural gems. Registration required*.

Leadership Outdoor Camp at Wisemans Ferry

Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 April

Ages: 12-16 | Cost: FREE

Join us for 2 action-packed days to challenge yourself, develop leadership skills and make new friends. Bus transport, meals and lodging included. Spaces limited.

For more information contact: DTaylor@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au

Vintage Village Tour

Wednesday 30 April

Fairfield City Museum & Gallery 10.30am-12pm

The Village brings history to life with heritage sites like a 1930s schoolhouse, an 1880s cottage, a slab hut, and a general store. Step back in time as you explore a newspaper printery, blacksmith, motor garage, and a hay shed. Registration required*.

*register at www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/ events.

May

Level Up Your Game

06 - 27 May

Bonnyrigg Library, 6-27 May

Explore coding with Microsoft's platform MakeCode. Create fun games, program devices, and enhance your coding skills in a fun, interactive environment. Registration required*.

Get Creative and Win Libraries

Calling all young writers! Enter the '2025 Living Stories Writing' competition and showcase your talent in writing. This year's theme, 'Only I can Say' is open to ages 10-12 year's old. Win cash prizes and see your work published. Visit www. westwords.com.au/living-stories.