Clarrie Edwards, former Mayor and Alderman of Strathfield, has died. Edwards (1937-2025) served on Strathfield Council from 1973 to 1983. He was elected Mayor for seven
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Vivien Leigh visits Strathfield
In October 1961, Vivien Leigh, known for her roles in ‘Gone with the Wind’ and ‘Streetcar named Desire,’ visited Strathfield to open the National Rose Society’s spring festival and presented a silver rose bowl to the winner. The event’s proceeds were donated to the Poliomyelitis and Physicality Handicapped Society. She had a successful film career and a dedication to theatre, performing a wide variety of roles. Leigh toured Australia twice, once with her then husband Laurence Olivier. She visited Strathfield during her 1961 tour and passed away in 1967.
