Alderman Les Powell in scout uniform, Fairfield NSW

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Daten.dDescriptionAlderman Powell – Mayor of Fairfield
Elected to St Johns Ward in 1950 as a Labor candidate, Alderman Powell served across key council committees before becoming Mayor in 1956–57 and again in 1973–74.

During his first mayoralty he oversaw the opening of the Cabramatta Civic Hall, hosted mayoral balls, and presided over citizenship ceremonies as Fairfield welcomed many new Australians. He also coordinated flood relief efforts during the severe 1956 floods.

After stepping away from council in 1959, Powell returned in 1965 and was re-elected Mayor in 1973, officiating at hundreds of naturalisation ceremonies that reflected Fairfield’s growing migrant community. His leadership combined civic celebration with practical support for residents during times of both change and challenge.PhotographerCabramatta Studio?

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Image ColourBlack & WhiteTypePrintPrint Size300mm x 180mmDigital FormatJPEG: 1.08MBOriginal Print AvailableYesAccessAppointment required to view original photographCopyrightPartial restrictionCopyright Owner(s)Fairfield City Council

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Alderman Les Powell in scout uniform, Fairfield NSW