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Program sparks culture, connection and creation
Young people in Canterbury-Bankstown have the opportunity to help organise and host local events that celebrate culture and community under a new program, Culture and Connection Creators.
29 Aug 2021
Media release
Upgraded play space for Paul Keating park
The first step of the 20-year vision for Paul Keating Park will breathe new life into the much-loved green space with a new playful destination for children and youth.
29 Aug 2021
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Mayor announces extra COVID support for CBCity
Up to $200,000 in grant funds will be available soon, to assist local non-profit groups and organisations provide much-needed COVID support for the Canterbury-Bankstown community.
26 Aug 2021
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Mayor's call for free internet for home-schooled children
Canterbury-Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour is calling on telco to provide free internet to the City's most needy home-schooled students.
26 Aug 2021
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CBCity businesses get "Inside" scoop on COVID payments
Almost 150 Canterbury-Bankstown business people were given practicable tips and advice on how to get financial assistance, during a special COVID grants webinar last week.
08 Aug 2021
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$500,000 in grants to support CBCity community groups
A mobile food van to feed the needy and a multi-lingual children's storytime video series are two of the many community programs and initiatives that are being funded through Canterbury-Bankstown's 2020-21 Community Grants and Events Sponsorship Program.
08 Aug 2021
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