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From your MAYOR Frank Carbone

fcarbone@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au

As we step into 2026, I’m excited about the opportunities ahead to bring Fairfield City together and continue building a vibrant, connected community.

Already this year we’ve celebrated Australia Day events and provided free beach buses for residents to Sydney’s iconic beaches. Coming up is our highly anticipated Cabramatta Lunar New Year event, the Bring It On! Youth Festival, and the Seniors Festival Expo. You can find out about these events and more in this issue of City Life.

The Canleys Special Entertainment Precincts are now in full swing, bringing extended outdoor dining, live music and longer trading hours to Canley Heights and Canley Vale. Visit www. discoverfairfield.com.au.

We’ve also marked major milestones with several projects now complete and ready for the community to enjoy. Endeavour Sports Park delivers worldclass facilities for local sports and recreation.

Our parks and playgrounds have also received exciting upgrades and are ready for families to explore:

• Nelson Park - boasts modern, inclusive play featuring a 25-metre flying fox, play zones, fitness hub and shaded picnic areas

• Prout Park - upgraded with a large play space including dinkie bike track, flying fox, slides, climbing ropes, and shaded areas

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Coming up we have lots to look forward to as we continue to expand the Fairfield Showground entertainment precinct with a new community and events centre, as well as the delivery of a new playground at Brenan Park in Smithfield, and scheduled improvements to Fairfield Golf Course. Stay tuned for more information.

These initiatives are part of our ongoing efforts to enhance community life and ensure Fairfield City remains a great place to live, work, and play. Thank you for your continued support as we build a stronger, more connected City.

Frank Carbone Mayor of Fairfield City

City beautification Playground upgrades Fairfield Showground Community and

We are continuing to make our City an attractive place to live with a program of street beautification initiatives, such as public art decals being put on utility infrastructure, industrial estate entranceway upgrades and signage, more planter boxes around our City, and wall art murals.

The Smithfield and Wetherill Park industrial estate is an economic powerhouse of thriving businesses, but that doesn’t mean it can’t look great too, so we’re going to continue to plant attractive colourful shrubs and small trees along road corridors in high traffic areas across the estate. This year we have focused on Cowpasture Road near The Horsley Drive.

This is all in addition to our regular schedule of grass mowing and garden maintenance, street sweeping, litter removal and planting of approximately 23,000 new trees and plants across the City.

Local families are getting more opportunities to get out and about and active together as our playground upgrade program continues apace.

Recent playgrounds upgraded under the program include Avenel Park, Canley Vale; Fairfield Park; Nelson Park, Fairfield; Endeavour Sports Park, Fairfield West; and Prout Park, Mt Pritchard. We hope you have been enjoying these new facilities.

In the coming year we will also be working toward upgrading playgrounds and open space with works including playground and fitness equipment, flying foxes, seating, pathways, basketball hoops and more at Chisholm Park, St Johns Park; Powhatan Park, Greenfield Park; Lalich and Kinghorne parks, Bonnyrigg; Heysen and Province parks, Abbotsbury; King Park 2, Wakeley; Joe Broad Park, Mt Pritchard; and Wetherill Park Reserve.

Events Centre

Planning for the Fairfield Showground Community and Events Centre is moving ahead. Detailed design is almost complete and the search for a head construction contractor is underway.

The state-of-the-art facility will feature an exhibition hall with stage, multipurpose indoor sport courts, large foyer, and an open-air courtyard with covered forecourt – perfect for concerts, markets, conferences, and community celebrations.

Jointly funded through the NSW Government’s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program and Council, this project will give Fairfield City a modern, flexible venue for events big and small. Construction is expected to commence in 2027.

AROUND OUR CITY

Fairfield Showground came alive as thousands joined us at Illuminate to welcome the new year with dazzling fireworks and vibrant festivities.

Congratulations to Clarabelle - winner of the Design the Mayor's Christmas Card Competition.

Council gave 25 not-for-profit projects almost $100,000 to deliver programs, activities, and celebrations across Fairfield City this year.

Congratulations to the volunteers recognised at the NSW SES Fairfield Unit end of year and rank awards presentation event.

Hundreds of donations brought hope to families in need through the Mayor's Christmas Appeal. Thank you for your generosity!

Mayor Frank

thanked local lion dance teams for their involvement in the National Lion

We had a fantastic time celebrating our seniors at the

Mayor Frank Carbone attended a Bondi memorial extending our City's condolences to the families of the victims.

A century of wisdom and joy for one of our locals! Wishing Caterina a very happy 100th birthday.

The Parramatta Eels slithered into Fairfield Showground for a pre-season training session.

Carbone

Dance Competition last year.

Seniors Concert.

Easter Bunny visit

Wednesday 1 April

The Boulevarde | Fairfield Heights | 12:30-3:30pm

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

Easter fun in Fairfield City Centre

Thursday 2 April

Thomas Ware Plaza | Fairfield | 3-6pm

A special visit from the Easter Bunny and friends, petting zoo, face painting, balloon bending, craft workshops, DJ, giveaways and more!

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.

Musicians' meet-up

Wednesday 25 February

Whitlam Library Cabramatta |

WHAT'S ON March

Love music? Come along and connect with fellow music enthusiasts in a relaxed, welcoming space. Bring your own instrument or use one provided. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to

Share your passion, learn from others and

For ages 16+. Registrations required at: https://bit.ly/whatsonatlibraries

Cabramatta Lunar

Saturday 28 February

Cabramatta Town Centre | 11am-9pm

Celebrate the Year of the Horse at Cabramatta's popular Lunar New Year event! Known for strength, energy and freedom, the horse symbolises progress

Join us for vibrant cultural performances, delicious food, and exciting activities that honour Lunar New Year traditions.

For more information, visit www. discoverfairfield.com.au/lunarnewyear.

Seniors Aged Care Reform Info Session

Monday 2 March

Fairfield City Council Administration Building | 10am-12pm

Join us for an informative session where seniors and carers can learn about the latest aged care reforms and hear directly from the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. Lunch provided.

Seniors on the Green

Tuesday 10 March

Fairfield Golf Course | 10-11:30am

Swing into Seniors Festival at our Seniors on the Green event. Whether you’re new to golf or just enjoy a gentle game, this is your chance to give it a go in a friendly, welcoming setting.

Meet new people, play at your own pace, and stick around for morning tea afterwards.

For Fairfield City residents aged 60+ only. Registrations required at: https:// SeniorsOnTheGreen.eventbrite.com.au or call 9725 0222

RELIC Exhibition

Until 14 March

Fairfield City Museum & Gallery (FCMG)

Explore RELIC, an exhibition that asks what we keep, what we discard and how meaning accumulates over time. These works layer ritual, sound, and material culture to challenge how we value objects and traditions.

For more information visit www.fcmg.nsw.gov.au.