Achievements of young athletes recognised by Council

Achievements of young athletes recognised by Council

MPs Paul Lynch and Anne Stanley; Clr Nathan Hagerty, representing Mayor Wendy Waller; Clr Charishma Kaliyanda; Clr Geoff Shelton; Clr Peter Harle; MP Peter Sidgreaves; Camden Clr Paul Farrow; and South West Sydney Academy of Sport athletes.Liverpool City Council has celebrated the achievements of young local athletes from the South West Sydney Academy of Sport in a special ceremony held at Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre.“Council is a proud Foundation Partner of the South West Sydney Academy of Sport and 2019 marks the 22nd anniversary of our relationship,” Liverpool Mayor Wendy Waller said.“Our recent ceremony was an opportunity for us to recognise the fantastic achievements of more than 50 young athletes and their coaches in fields as diverse as AFL, basketball, golf, netball, softball and triathlon.“Sport is a wonderful way for people to connect with one another and for young athletes, sport can teach the importance of teamwork, perseverance and leadership.”Mayor Waller said Council remained proudly committed to providing the best facilities and opportunities for young athletes and the wider community.“Council supports local sporting organisations through our Sporting Donations Program and Sporting Grants because we recognise how important it is to promote health and fitness in the community,” Mayor Waller said.“Our city also has the infrastructure to support residents in keeping active too, with more than250 parks and open spaces, as well as 22 outdoor gyms.“A number of these are scheduled for future upgrades to provide even greater facilities for the community, with new parks being planned for our city’s growth areas.“The most recent addition to our parks is Casula Parklands, which features inclusive play equipment for all ages and abilities, a ninja training course and separate off-leash dog parks for small and large dogs.”
Liverpool City Council News
14 Jun 2019
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Love Liverpool – shining a light on the gems in our own back yard

Love Liverpool – shining a light on the gems in our own back yard

11 June 2019Liverpool City Council is launching its Love Liverpool campaign with a showcase of the city’s biggest attractions at the Liverpool Growers and Foodies Market on 15, June, from 8am to 1pm.L…
Liverpool City Council News
11 Jun 2019
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Liverpool: the perfect place for a new selective school

Liverpool: the perfect place for a new selective school

Liverpool Mayor Wendy Waller has welcomed the NSW Government’s announcement that a new selective school will be built in South West Sydney.“Our academically gifted students shouldn’t have to travel fa…
Liverpool City Council News
9 Jun 2019
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Liverpool declares war on trolleys

Liverpool declares war on trolleys

Liverpool City Council has declared war on shopping trolleys, rounding up 450 in one day.
Liverpool City Council News
7 Jun 2019
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Council staff hit streets for Clean Up Liverpool Day

Council staff hit streets for Clean Up Liverpool Day

Liverpool City Council staff stepped away from their usual jobs on Wednesday and took to the streets for Clean Up Liverpool Day.About 400 Council staff ventured out on a cold, rainy day to pick up rub…
Liverpool City Council News
7 Jun 2019
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Mayor Waller wins Women in Local Government Award

Mayor Waller wins Women in Local Government Award

07 June 2019Liverpool Mayor Wendy Waller has won the Elected Official category at the NSW Women in Local Government Awards, while Council’s Operational Facilities Manager Margaret Diebert was highly c…
Liverpool City Council News
7 Jun 2019
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Shaping Your Future Community

Shaping Your Future Community

Mayor Wendy Waller has welcomed 41 students from seven local primary schools to Liverpool City Library to brainstorm their ideas for the future of Liverpool.The initiative was organised by Liverpool C…
Liverpool City Council News
4 Jun 2019
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Edmondson Park welcomes opening of Bernera Road

Edmondson Park welcomes opening of Bernera Road

About 1500 people turned out to celebrate the opening of Bernera Road in Edmondson Park on Saturday.Local residents strolled all over their new road, enjoying the autumn sunshine and a tempting array …
Liverpool City Council News
27 May 2019
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Half price desexing for Liverpool cats and dogs this June

Half price desexing for Liverpool cats and dogs this June

27 May 2019Liverpool City Council is working with local vets to offer half-price desexing for cats and dogs belonging to Liverpool residents.Liverpool Mayor Wendy Waller said the program was Council’s…
Liverpool City Council News
27 May 2019
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