More than 10,000 people gathered for Council's 'Shrek the Halls' themed Christmas in the Gardens event on Saturday evening.

Event goers enjoyed rides, face painting, letters to Santa and a screening of the latest Shrek film, 'Shrek the Halls' and 'Shrek Forever After'.

Cumberland Council would like to thank all those who attended and made the end of 2019 a festive and joyous occasion. 

Join us for our annual end of year storytime parties as we celebrate with stories, songs, games and a visit from Santa himself. These sessions are free and suitable for children 2-5 years of age. To book your child's space, please phone the Library.

• Wednesday 11 December - Guildford Library (To book phone 8757 9063)
• Thursday 12 December - Merrylands Library (To book phone 8757 9065)

Christmas Family Movie Sessions

Nothing gets us more excited than a family-friendly Christmas film!
Join in the festive excitement as we show two of our favourite movies.

• Wednesday 18 December, 3.30pm - Auburn Library
• Thursday 19 December, 3.30pm - Merrylands Library

Christmas Craft for school-aged children

Make some decorations to place on the Christmas tree at this free craft session.  No bookings required.

• Tuesday 17 December, 3.30pm - Granville Library and Guildford Library
• Wednesday 18 December, 3.30pm - Regents Park Library and Wentworthville Library
• Thursday 19 December, 3.30pm - Greystanes Library and Lidcombe Library

The Cumberland LGA has been decorated with Christmas trees across all five wards. Below is a list of street addresses where you can find your local Christmas tree:

Summer is here and Cumberland Council is encouraging families, friends and neighbours to have a conversation about preparing for seasonal hazards.

Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott recently joined with representatives of front line emergency service organisations to highlight the multiple hazards communities across NSW face. After numerous consultations, five steps have to encourage residents to get ready for summer.

The five simple steps include:

1. Know your risk - Think about the area you're in and the types of disasters that could affect you;
    
2. Plan now for what you will do - Sit down and talk with your family and plan for what you will do if a disaster affects your area;
    
3. Get your home ready - Prepare your home by doing general home maintenance and checking your insurance coverage;
    
4. Be aware - Find out how to prepare, what to do if there is a disaster in your area and connect with NSW emergency services to stay informed;
    
5. Look out for each other - Share information with your family, friends, neighbours and those who may need assistance.

Get Ready is a community preparedness program coordinated by the NSW Office for Emergency Management. Find out more on the NSW Government website.