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First Sydney Muslim Writers Festival held in Banskstown
Since the loss of her mother to domestic violence and her father's conviction, Chester Hill local, Amani Haydar, has used her legal and creative skills to address violence against women.
06 Feb 2022
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Lunar New Year Mural telling stories of emerging Artists in Western Sydney
Two Western Sydney-based artists have collaborated on a mural at Bankstown Arts Centre, to wish Bankstown locals good luck and prosperity during Lunar New Year.
01 Feb 2022
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Vandals delay Splash Park opening
Canterbury-Bankstown Mayor, Khal Asfour is furious at vandals who have caused thousands of dollars damage and delayed construction of a new Splash Park in Greenacre.The wanton vandals have gone on a crime spree over recent months setting fire to newly erected buildings, dumping rubbish and asbestos on site and stole machinery.“I’m fed up with these blatant acts of vandalism by gutless criminals,” Mayor Asfour said.“We are trying to build a Splash Park so all locals can enjoy, but instead we have this disregard for property.“I simply ask the question to those responsible:
31 Jan 2022
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CBCity's Seniors To Kick Goals With New Walking Football Program
Senior citizens will be kicking plenty of goals this year, with Council’s brand new Walking Football program.The program, run in partnership with Bankstown North Soccer Club and Football NSW, will bring fantastic football fun to locals over 50, but with a twist…
30 Jan 2022
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World-Class sounds to echo through Bankstown
The sounds of musical greats like Mozart, Brahms or Beethoven are usually heard in the classical halls around the world –
30 Jan 2022
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Glass scraps to cultural masterpieces
Glass Scraps to Cultural Masterpieces
30 Jan 2022
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