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Media release
Developer cops $45k fine for destroying protected tree
A developer who destroyed an 80-year-old oak tree has copped more than he bargained for, when he appealed a fine issued by City of Canterbury Bankstown in court.
27 Aug 2024
Media release
Long-serving Councillor honoured
Long-serving Councillor, Linda Downey, has been honoured with the ‘Elected Representative’ award at the Minister’s Awards for Women in Local Government.
21 Aug 2024
Council news
International Multi-Faith Prayers for Peace and more Council News
21 Aug 2024
Media release
CBCity awards more than $480,000 to support local groups
City of Canterbury Bankstown awarded more than $480,000 to 88 different community organisations under its 2024-25 Community Grants and Events Sponsorship Program.
15 Aug 2024
Council news
Nature Fest, Kids Crew and more Council News
13 Aug 2024
Media release
From Bankstown to Beirut: Lebanese Film Festival returns
The Lebanese Film Festival (LFF) 12th Edition will launch in Bankstown this week, thanks to City of Canterbury Bankstown’s annual Event Partnership Program.
12 Aug 2024
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