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From the Mayor

On Australia Day I had the pleasure of presenting the Ku-ring-gai Local Citizen of the Year Awards. Congratulations to this year’s Local Citizen of the Year Dean Simes, Young Citizen of the Year Angelina Barnsdall and Environmental Citizen of the Year Jill Green. I was also pleased to present the Mayor’s Award for outstanding contribution to the community to the wonderful Ku-ring-gai SES. You can read more about these amazing individuals on our website.

A new mural has popped up at Roseville Chase Oval, featuring local flora and fauna native to the local waterways. It’s the first of two artworks to be unveiled as part of this year’s Urban Murals program, which encourages the community to protect and care for our natural environment.

Finally, Lunar New Year is almost upon us, with a range of exciting events planned. The Year of the Horse will be celebrated between 17 February and 2 March, with a range of cultural activities at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, Gordon Library and the Ku-ring-gai Art Centre, plus the popular Lunar New Year food market at St Ives Village Green. Visit the event page for more info.

Have a great weekend!

Mayor Christine Kay

Community heroes honoured

Ku-ring-gai marked Australia Day this morning with a special presentation of the Ku-ring-gai Local Citizen of the Year Awards! Congratulations to our award recipients for your outstanding contribution to our community.

Art meets nature

A new mural has been installed at Roseville Chase Oval celebrating Ku-ring-gai’s native flora and fauna. Another mural is planned for later this year.

Venues for hire

Ku-ring-gai's community halls and meeting rooms are open for bookings. Our selection of venues are great for birthday parties, meetings, community groups and more.

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Nominate an inspiring woman

If you know a local woman who has made a significant contribution to gender equality or empowering women in our community, nominate them for recognition. Nominations close 8 February.

Flood Risk Management Committee

We're looking for community members to join our Flood Risk Management Committee. Applications close 8 February.

What's on

Lunar New Year in Ku-ring-gai

We're celebrating the Year of the Horse with our popular Lunar New Year food market, storytime, calligraphy and more.

17 February - 2 March

Lunar New Year events in Ku-ring-gai

Feline the love - adopt a cat

Our ever popular cat adoption day is on tomorrow Saturday 31 January at Bunnings Pymble. To date Council, the Ku-ring-gai Animal Pound and Bunnings have successfully rehomed 45 cats and one rabbit through the rehoming events.

31 January

Accessing My Aged Care

Carers NSW will discuss services, the assessment process, what supports are available for older people and the latest aged care reforms at this free workshop.

19 February

Clean Up Australia Day

Register now to ensure you receive your free Clean Up Kit in time for the big day. Help us mark our 36th year of cleaning up local communities across the country.

1 March

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Sparkling Wahroonga

Council is proud to support Sparkling Wahroonga. Enjoy gourmet cuisine, artisan produce, cellar door wines, small-batch distillers, craft brews and live music at Wahroonga Park.

1 March

Get active in 2026

School's back and so is Active Ku-ring-gai. We have lots of sports and activities to keep you fit and active in 2026 including golf, tennis, yoga, tai-chi, Bandfit, pilates and pickleball.

Book now term 1

Stages and Spaces

Council has launched the Stages and Spaces program to help local artists and creatives get access free and low-cost venues.

Your say

Draft Outdoor Lighting Policy

Comment is sought on the draft policy on lighting for public safety, accessibility and visual amenity. The policy also covers light pollution, energy and ecological issues concerning outdoor lighting.

Closes 12 February

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Management of Community and Recreation Facilities Policy

Council is seeking comments on the revised Management of Community and Recreation Facilities Policy (2025).

Closes 12 February

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Monash Avenue East Killara - road upgrade

Council is planning improvements along Monash Avenue from Springdale Road to the cul-de-sac to maximise safety, drainage and accessibility.

Closes 13 February

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Catalpa Crescent, Turramurra - planned improvements

Council is planning road improvement works along the western end of Catalpa Crescent between Kissing Point Road and Barellan Avenue.

Closes 13 February

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Draft Petitions Policy

Council is seeking community feedback on its Draft Petitions Policy, which sets out a clear and transparent framework for how petitions are submitted, assessed and considered by Council.

Closes 16 February

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NSW's new approach to strategic planning

The NSW Government is seeking community feedback on proposed changes to the state's strategic planning system that will shape how our Ku-ring-gai grows over the coming decades.

Closes 27 February

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Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.

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Next Council meeting and public forum

Public forum Tuesday 10 February
Council meeting Tuesday 17 February
Council Chambers, 818 Pacific Highway Gordon
Minutes and agendas
Council meeting streamed live on our website

More on Council meetings and public forums

Jobs and DA consents

Positions vacant

Applications are now open for a variety of roles at Council. Apply via our website.

Current vacancies

Volunteer opportunities

Check out volunteer roles available in our area.

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DA consents

Development application consents are published on our website weekly, and collated at the end of each month.

DA consents