Lanterns and Lights festival pumps more than $3m into the city

Lanterns and Lights festival pumps more than $3m into the city

Liverpool Council’s three-day Lunar New Year festival – Lanterns and Lights – drew 47,000 people to the city and pumped more than $3 million into the area’s economy.Liverpool Mayor Ned Mannoun said the result – a huge attendance and an economic boost – showed the worth of the Council’s festivals programs.“Not only did tens of thousands of people get out of their houses and enjoy a relatively affordable entertainment event, but the festival was a catalyst for economic development.“Liverpool’s festivals attract visitors, boost tourism, and increase demand for local goods and services, benefiting small businesses, restaurants, and hotels.“By supporting events that cater to a wide range of interests and cultural groups, the council can help bridge divides and foster a more harmonious, connected community.“It also shows that Liverpool is a hub of cultural activity that can tourists, media atention, and potential investors.“Lanterns and Lights cost the council $200,000 to stage.
Liverpool City Council News
28 Feb 2025
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Liverpool demands “world class” infrastructure

Liverpool demands “world class” infrastructure

Liverpool City Council has called on Premier Chris Minns to honour his promise that the upgrade of Fifteenth Avenue will be a “… world class piece of transport infrastructure”.In a Mayoral Minute unan…
Liverpool City Council News
27 Feb 2025
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Liverpool sets kayaking standard

Liverpool sets kayaking standard

The Georges River at Liverpool now has a state-first accessible kayak launch ramp, opening the river to local kayakers for the first time.A joint operation between the NSW Government and Liverpool Cou…
Liverpool City Council News
27 Feb 2025
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Social Media negativity prompts Media Code review

Liverpool City Council is reviewing its Media Code of Conduct following an increase in negative posts about Councillors and Council staff.
Liverpool City Council News
27 Feb 2025
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Liverpool Glass’s 50 years of business recognised

Liverpool Glass’s 50 years of business recognised

Liverpool City Council last night recognised the extraordinary milestone of one of Liverpool’s longest-standing family-owned businesses, Liverpool Glass, which has been in business in the local area f…
Liverpool City Council News
27 Feb 2025
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Most Blessed Nights food market returns

Most Blessed Nights food market returns

Liverpool Council’s Most Blessed Nights Street Food Market is back again, bringing with it street entertainment, the food of the world and evenings of enjoyment for every member of the family.Most Ble…
Liverpool City Council News
26 Feb 2025
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UNSW sets up a Study Hub in Liverpool

UNSW sets up a Study Hub in Liverpool

Liverpool Mayor Ned Mannoun has welcomed the University of NSW’s decision to set up a study hub in Liverpool.“Liverpool is definitely Sydney’s university city,” Mayor Mannoun said.UNSW, Notre Dame, th…
Liverpool City Council News
24 Feb 2025
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Bring an end to the trolley folly

Bring an end to the trolley folly

Liverpool City Council is calling for tougher state laws to end the menace of abandoned trolleys.Mayor Ned Mannoun says the current legislation makes it impossible for councils to immediately impound …
Liverpool City Council News
21 Feb 2025
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Archibald Prize comes to Liverpool

Archibald Prize comes to Liverpool

Australia’s most prestigious portrait art prize goes on exhibition next week at Liverpool City council’s Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre, alongside two other exhibitions that showcase the talent of the …
Liverpool City Council News
11 Feb 2025
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