Aboriginal History
The Strathfield district was once inhabited by the Wangal clan of the Darug tribe.
Read MoreEuropean Settlement
European settlement of the Strathfield district commenced in 1793 in the area which is the current day Homebush.
Read MoreSubdivision and early development
The Redmire Estate was subdivided in 1867 and smaller lots of land were offered for sale. The first property built was Thomas Henderson's 'Seven Oaks Farm', a dairy farm located around Victoria Street Strathfield.
Read MoreEarly residents of Strathfield
Many prominent people have lived in Strathfield and many of their homes still exist.
Read MoreStrathfield Council history
As the population of the Strathfield district (then known as Redmire) grew, local people wished to form their own council so they could have a say in how their district developed and was managed.
Read MoreCouncil Crest and Logo
Strathfield Council is symbolically and officially represented by the Strathfield Council Crest and Council’s Corporate Logo.
Read MoreHistory of Strathfield Council Chambers
Strathfield Council was incorporated in June 1885.
Read MoreStrathfield History
Strathfield Council's Library Local Studies Section holds considerable information on the history of the Strathfield district.
Read MoreFormer Mayors of Strathfield
A list and biographical information of the former Mayors of Strathfield and biographical information is available from the Strathfield Heritage website.
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