Special Sesquicentenary Council Meeting
The Special Sesquicentenary Council Meeting held on Wednesday 24 July 2024, commemorated the 150th anniversary of Burwood Council’s inaugural meeting held on 24 July 1874. To honour this historic occasion, Burwood Library and Community Hub transformed into a vibrant ceremonial space, adding a touch of grandeur and celebration to our usual Council Meeting.
The evening featured celebratory music, the launch of the Burwood Pictorial History book commissioned by Council, the unveiling of new Mayoral Portraits, and a photographic exhibition showcasing the Grand Homes of Burwood.
Members of the Burwood community, including many former Mayors and Councillors, gathered together to commemorate our past, celebrate our present and embrace the great opportunities that await us in the future.
Mayor of Burwood, Cr John Faker presented his historic Mayoral Minute – ‘Commemorating 150 Years of Burwood’ on the evening.
Download the Mayoral Minute here(PDF, 32KB).
Special addresses were also given by The Hon. Ron Hoenig, MP, Minister for Local Government, Ms Sally Sitou, MP, the Federal Member for Reid and Burwood Young Citizen of the Year 2024, Rose Palmer.
Download the full event program here(PDF, 847KB).
Event Highlight Video
Photo gallery
When
Past event dates
Wednesday, 24 July 2024 | 5.30PM – 8.00PM
Location
Burwood Library and Community Hub, 2 Conder Street, Burwood, 2134