Blacktown City Council

11/02/2025

IWD nominations close this Sunday!

Haven't nominated yet? Visit blacktown.nsw.gov.au/iwd to nominate.

Join us for International Women’s Day 2025 to commemorate Beijing+30 and for a gender equal future. Nominate women for their outstanding achievements within the local community through voluntary or paid work.

11/02/2025

We are excited to launch the new Seven Hills Community Centre and we want to hear from you!

Come on down to one of our community information sessions happening soon.
Provide your feedback, meet the project team, and learn more about the project set to transform Seven Hills! 💬

Funded as part of the NSW Government’s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program (WSIG) program.

📅 Saturday, 15 February 2025, 10 am to 12 pm
and Thursday, 20 February 2025, 5 pm – 7 pm
📍 Boomerang Place, Seven Hills
📣 To 'Have your say' click the link in our bio.

To stay up to date on the transformational projects and community engagement activities around these, visit blacktown.nsw.gov.au/WSIG

10/02/2025

10/02/2025

🌟 Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 🌍💡

We’re proud to celebrate the amazing women at Blacktown City Council who studied Environmental Science and are making a difference for our environment and community. 💚✨

Let’s applaud their contributions and inspire future women in science! 👩‍🔬🌿

10/02/2025

🚗 Road closure around the city 🚗

I want to let you know of some road closures in Blacktown City due to the heavy rain we've had:

🚙 Stony Creed Rd, Shanes Park
🚗 Grange Ave, Schofields at Richmond Rd and Bridge St ends
🚘 Carnarvon Rd, Schofields
🚖 Riverstone Rd near Clarke St, Riverstone

Plenty of roads remain slippery so please take it easy out there.

10/02/2025

⚠️SEVERE WEATHER EXPECTED⚠️

With weather conditions expected to continue over the coming days, residents are encouraged to follow NSW SES Blacktown Unit and NSW SES Mount Druitt Unit to keep up to date with flood warnings and road closures.
You can also stay up to date with our Disaster Dashboard - https://blacktown.disasterdashboards.com/dashboard/overview
Stay safe ☔️

⛈️ HEAVY TO INTENSE RAINFALL OVER WESTERN SYDNEY

⚠️ The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 11:50 am, a VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORM likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding was detected near Parramatta, Richmond and Liverpool. This thunderstorm is moving towards the northeast.

Another severe thunderstorm likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding was detected near Brooklyn and Maroota. This thunderstorm is slow moving.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
🔸Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
🔸Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
🔸If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
🔸Unplug computers and appliances.
🔸Avoid using the phone during the storm.
🔸Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.

☎️ For EMERGENCY help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 12:55 pm.

10/02/2025

🌏 Register now for Clean Up Australia Day! 🚮

📅 Business Clean Up Day is on Tuesday 25 February. We encourage all local businesses to participate.

Registering a Business Clean Up event is a fantastic team building exercise and a great way to be seen making a difference in your local community.

For more information and to register visit: https://www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/

10/02/2025

Due to the flash flooding in multiple areas of the reserve, the Western side and Eastern Picnic areas of Nurragingy Reserve will be closed.

Only accessible area is The Colebee park and International Gardens.

09/02/2025

Expecting mums, this one's for you! 🤰💧
Our Aqua Natal and Yoga Natal classes are designed to help you stay active, relaxed, and connected during pregnancy. These gentle, low-impact sessions are perfect for improving flexibility, boosting your energy, and preparing your body and mind for the exciting journey ahead.
🏊‍♀‍ Aqua Natal: Feel weightless in the water while staying fit and reducing stress.
🧘‍♀‍ Yoga Natal: Focus on breathing, mindfulness, and gentle stretches for ultimate relaxation.
Aqua Natal:
🗓 Dates: Every Monday from 10 February – 31 March
⏰ Time: 7:45 pm – 8:30 pm (45 minutes per session)
Yoga Natal:
🗓 Dates: Every Thursday from 13 February – 3 April
⏰ Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (1 hour per session)
✨ Where: Blacktown Aquatic Centre
For bookings enquiries please contact us at [email protected]

09/02/2025

Tickets to the annual Seniors Week Concert will be available for Blacktown residents from 8.30am on Tuesday 11 February.

The event will take place on Monday 24 March from 11am in Bowman Hall and includes the presentation of the 2025 Senior Citizen of the Year, lunch and entertainment featuring the Baby Boomers Live Comedy Tribute Show.

You can book tickets through the following link, call Council or visit the Civic Centre.

https://www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Events-and-activities/Seniors-Week-Concert

08/02/2025

Is being more active more one of your health and fitness goals for 2025? If so, Council has some great news!

Council has partnered with Parkrun Australia, we are proposing a Parkrun be established in Marsden Park and Melonba. We want to know what you think of the proposed run.

This survey will close on 12 February, tap this link to have your say.

Your contribution is important to us and we want to know what you think of the proposed Parkrun course at Park 1122, Ribbonwood Crescent, Melonba.

08/02/2025

07/02/2025

Ready, Set, Film!
An exciting club for aspiring filmmakers and storytellers

Thursdays
6 – 27 February and March
Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub

Are you between 13 and 17 years old with a passion for filmmaking? Join Ready, Set, Film! — the perfect space for young creatives to connect, learn, and create.

Whether you’re interested in directing, writing, editing, or cinematography, you’ll get hands-on experience in all aspects of film production. Collaborate with like-minded peers, develop your skills, and bring your unique ideas to the screen.

Register your interest: [email protected]

07/02/2025

Join us for the 2025 Lunar New Year Celebrations.

Chang Lai Yuan Chinese Gardens in Nurragingy Reserve will be adorned with colour as we prepare to ring in the Year of the Snake.

Decorated in the spirit of Lunar, the celebrations will feature a range of cultural activities and entertainment between 4 pm - 9 pm and conclude with a spectacular fireworks display including Chinese fire crackers.

For more information, visit https://www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Events-and-activities/2025-Lunar-New-Year-Celebrations

06/02/2025

🍽️ Avoid Salmonella This Summer 🍽️

Have you ever had food poisoning? Salmonella bacteria is one of the most common causes of food poisoning and is at its greatest risk of infection in the warmer months of the year.

Avoid Salmonella this summer by:

🍳 Making sure that all eggs, meat and poultry are cooked thoroughly before being eaten
💧 Washing your hands thoroughly before and after preparing or eating food
🌡️ Keep cold foods below 5°C, keep hot foods above 60°C.

For more information, visit NSW Health - Salmonella Fact Sheet at
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/salmonella.aspx

06/02/2025

🚨 NURRAGINGY RESERVE ACCESS FRIDAY 7 FEBRUARY 🚨

Due to a major event, Nurragingy Reserve will have limited access on Friday 7 February.

Residents are advised to avoid using Nurragingy Reserve unless attending Council’s 2025 Lunar New Year celebrations between 4 pm and 9 pm.

For more information on our Lunar New Year event, please visit ⬇️
https://www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Events-and-activities/2025-Lunar-New-Year-Celebrations

05/02/2025

Yesterday marked the first official day of National Extreme Heat Awareness Day.

Blacktown City Council kicked off the event with a Heatwave Awareness Panel, featuring speakers on urban heat, human and environmental health risks, and how to prepare for extreme heat events.

Over 40 people joined us in the conversation. A big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event a success.

For tips on how to stay cool visit our website , https://www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Services/Health-and-safety/Beat-the-heat