Everyone in Randwick City needs to be safe, heard, valued and connected, no matter their background, age, faith or circumstance. Over the past several months, we’ve been working with our community to strengthen Council’s work to ensure everyone feels at home in our City.

At The Hub at Lexington Place in Maroubra, we’re working with community organisations to help local residents experiencing disadvantage access a range of essential services – from free meals and assistance with housing, to legal advice and mental health support.

We’re expanding our work with young people to ensure they can lead safe, healthy and fulfilling lives. At our recent youth forum, we heard from more than 70 young people who told us they want better access to mental health support services and affordable housing, safer public spaces, and more opportunities to have their voices heard. We will be working with them on these matters and more.

Randwick City has a rich and unique Aboriginal cultural history. Together with the local Aboriginal community and other residents we’re developing Council’s first Reconciliation Action Plan. This is a crucial step in our journey to support Aboriginal people’s efforts to close the gap on disadvantage, build stronger local economies, and support culturally vibrant and healthy communities.

Lastly, a shout out to our volunteers. We recognised some of these unsung local heroes at our inaugural Volunteer Expo and Recognition Awards in July. Volunteering keeps our community strong, connected and resilient. I can’t thank all our volunteers enough!

Kind Regards,

Cr Dylan Parker

Mayor of Randwick