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What's On

Bankstown

Native bees of Sydney

Learn about the diversity of native bees in Sydney and how to create bee-friendly gardens at home.

Tuesday 11 November, 6.30-7.30pm

Hurlstone Park

Community Safety Outreach and Pop-Up Session Hurlstone Park

Come and meet Council staff and Police at our community safety outreach sessions throughout the year

Wednesday 12 November, 10am-1pm

Earlwood

Twilight bat tour

Join this twilight tour to discover why flying foxes are such an important part of our ecosystem.

Thursday 13 November, 7-8.30pm

Picnic Point

Yoga by the river

Join us for a restorative riverside yoga and meditation session.

Saturday 15 November, 8-10am

Padstow

Red Cross Extreme Heat Preparedness Workshop Padstow

With summer around the corner, the weather will soon be heating up

Wednesday 19 November, 9.45-10.45am

Bankstown

CBCity Say NO to DV Tug O' War Cup

Say NO to Domestic Violence

Tuesday 25 November, noon-3pm

Lakemba

Red Cross Extreme Heat Preparedness Workshop Lakemba

With summer around the corner, the weather will soon be heating up

Wednesday 26 November, 3-4pm

Bankstown

Lighting of the Tree

To kick off the festive season, join us for a special lighting of the tree ceremony in Bankstown.

Thursday 27 November, 7-9pm

Hurlstone Park

Native bee keeping workshop

Learn about the benefits of keeping native stingless bees.

Saturday 29 November, 10am-noon

Chester Hill

Learner Driver Log Book Run

Are you a learner driver who would like to get more experience driving on different roads?

Sunday 30 November, 10am-12.15pm

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Cost of Living Fair

Bring your utility bills and leave with tips and giveaways to help you save!

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Latest News

Media release

Major forum focuses on Bankstown boom

City of Canterbury Bankstown Mayor Bilal El-Hayek has welcomed government, business and community leaders to the City for a major forum hosted by leading advocacy group, the Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue.
07 Nov 2025
Media release

Residents reminded to be bush fire ready

Ahead of the peak bush fire danger period, City of Canterbury Bankstown is reminding residents to prepare their homes and families for potential fire threats.
31 Oct 2025
Media release

Hefty fine for illegally removing protected trees

A Sydney developer, who failed to conduct proper checks before trees were illegally chopped down from a construction site, has been handed a $36,000 fine.
29 Oct 2025
Media release

Historic meeting between President and Mayor of Canterbury Bankstown

Mayor Bilal El-Hayek has been formally received by the President of Lebanon in a historic first for the City of Canterbury Bankstown, marking a significant moment in the City’s international and cultural relations.
21 Oct 2025
Media release

New Deputy Mayor for City of Canterbury Bankstown

Councillor Rachelle Harika has been elected unopposed to serve as City of Canterbury Bankstown Deputy Mayor for the next 12 months.
19 Sep 2025
Media release

Don't be a pain in the ash campaign launched

Smokers are being urged not to be a ‘pain in the ash’ by butting out properly in the City of Canterbury Bankstown.
15 Sep 2025
Media release

Teenager's 80km trek inspires CBCity's youth

Many adults find the renowned Larapinta trail in Central Australia a real challenge.
12 Sep 2025
Media release

Lifting the lid on provocative exhibition

What role does a plumber have in an exhibition about gut health? For self-employed plumber, Jonni Te Waa, she found herself using her tools to help create an artwork for Bankstown Arts Centre’s Gut Waters exhibition.
03 Sep 2025
Media release

Get back to nature and enjoy free giveaways

Nature lovers and fans of the great outdoors can enjoy exploring more of the beauty in their own backyards with a series of fun, informative and inspiring events to be held as part of the City of Canterbury Bankstown’s Nature Fest celebration.
01 Sep 2025
Media release

Comedy star scores lead role in Earlwood Festival

Acclaimed Australian comedy star George Kapiniaris is bringing his trademark humour and penchant for cultural celebration to Earlwood next month.
19 Aug 2025
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