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Media release
2026 Children and Youth Awards closing soon
With nominations for the 2026 Children and Youth Awards closing Friday 21 August, we're spotlighting two incredible 2025 award winners.
17 Aug 2026
Media release
Mohammed’s journey at the heart of Mayor’s Lights Out Sleepout
At just 16, Mohammed Albaqeri (Yagoona) fell four-storeys while working on a construction site.
07 Aug 2026
Council news
Council eNews | New EV chargers, FREE wellbeing course and more
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30 Jul 2026
Media release
Leafing a legacy in Canterbury-Bankstown for the 30th National Tree Day
With more than 14,000 seedlings planted in our City over the past 10 years, residents are being asked to dig in for a community planting event along Cooks River to mark 30 years of National Tree Day.
22 Jul 2026
Media release
Community urged to tackle the cold in Mayor's sleepout for homelessness
Canterbury-Bankstown Mayor Bilal El-Hayek is calling on businesses, community leaders and individuals to join him in sleeping outside for one night to raise awareness and vital funds to support those experiencing homelessness.
21 Jul 2026
Council news
Council eNews | Active seniors, entertainment precincts and more
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16 Jul 2026
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