Join us for an interactive session on how local governments, Community Improvement Districts and precinct associations can revitalise streets and places and promote local economic development.

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A walkshop to discover the lessons learned in the Merryland Civic Square project

WHEN: 2.00-4.30pm on Wednesday 22 October 2025

WHERE: The Boronia Room, Holroyd Centre, 11-17 Miller St, Merrylands, NSW (a short walk from Merrylands train station)

Two stories, one ending

Traditional main streets and city/town centres are increasingly being pushed into one of two stories.

The first story is a tale of decline, vacant shops and talk of the "good olds days". It's the story that often hits the media.

The second story, perhaps one that is still emerging, is of main streets making a comeback, led by passionate leaders and doers from all walks of life.

This session will focus on the second story and share the lessons from the first story.

Your host

Dean Cracknell, Co-Founder of Town Team Movement and Creator of Placemaking.Education will facilitate the session, which will include various speakers, group discussions and a walkshop (weather permitting) to see the Merrylands Civic Square.

Thanks also to the Cumberland City Council for providing the venue and sharing their insights on the topics.

Tickets

$110 including GST

Book your tickets online via Humanitix or send an email on hello@townteammovement.com to arrange payment via tax invoice. Please let us know how many tickets you would like, the names and email addresses of the attendees and a Purchase Order Number if required.

Another session on the same day

We're also hosting a session in the morning on pushing beyond community consutlation. This engaging session outlines what community consultation is, the risks of over-consultation and how to go beyond to better engage and empower people.

Better engage your community and turn them from naysayers into positive doers!

WHEN: 10.00am-12.30pm on Wednesday 22 October 2025

WHERE: The Connection, 30 Shoreline Drive, Rhodes (a short walk from Rhodes train station)

TICKETS: $110 incl GST via https://events.humanitix.com/beyond-community-consultation-rhodes

Questions

Call Dean Cracknell on 0468 38 1745 or email dean@townteammovement.com