News and events in Ku-ring-gai
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From the Mayor
One of the Council’s art initiatives is our urban murals program. This year’s theme is ‘Our creeks & waterways and the life within them’ and we’re looking for artists who can depict our beautiful waterways and the plants and animals that make them their home.
Commissioned murals will be installed at Roseville Chase and Bicentennial Park, West Pymble. Find out more and apply on our website.
I encourage the community to come along to our Sustainable Futures Day at Lindfield Village Green from 10am to 3pm Saturday 31 August. It’s a great day out featuring lots of advice and help on how to live sustainably and reduce your household bills.
Enjoy hands-on activities, great giveaways and chat with the experts on solar and batteries, EVs, composting and ways to recycle.
Thank you to everyone who has given their feedback on potential rate increase options for funding better local infrastructure. There’s still plenty of time to have your say, with consultation continuing until 31 August. For more information visit our website.
While you’re there, give us your feedback on the site of the former Gordon Bowling Club at 4 Pennant Avenue. We are developing a new masterplan and seeking the community’s help in designing a new public space.
There are a wide range of possibilities for this site, with the potential for it to be a great playground, community garden, event space, community centre or sports facility for future generations to enjoy. The first stage of consultation is open until 10 September.
Mercury risingCouncil has reinstalled a replica bronze sculpture of Mercury at the Fisk Monument in Wahroonga which was installed in 1935 to commemorate the first international direct wireless message from the UK to Australia. |
Road Rules Awareness WeekBuckle up and get ready, because it’s Road Rules Awareness Week (18–24 August). Brush up on your driving skills by taking the quiz and finding out how well you know the road rules. |
Funding better local infrastructureOur community is invited to have a say on four proposed rate increase options for a range of infrastructure improvements. Closes 31 August. |
What's on
Sustainable Futures DayLindfield Village Green will come alive for this year's Sustainable Futures Day! Join in for a FREE, fun day out showcasing healthy, sustainable and low-cost lifestyles.
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Eco FestivalThe Council’s annual Eco Festival promotes innovative green living. The month-long festival is packed with workshops, talks, children's activities and information on living more sustainably.
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Volunteer training workshopsTwo free workshops for volunteers to help understand mental health and support.
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Nan Tien Temple visitJoin us for a fascinating and peaceful day at the Nan Tien Temple in Wollongong — the largest Buddhist temple in the Southern Hemisphere. Suitable for residents aged 60 plus.
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School holidays in the GardenFun activities for primary-school children including animal encounters, survival skills and Junior Keepers. There's also Nature Play for young ones, family activities and special workshops to celebrate the Eco Festival. |
Brushstrokes and bushwalksJoin us for a day out at the Wildflower Garden for people with dementia and their carers. Enjoy a devonshire tea, the Sculpture Trail, light lunch at Caley’s and an optional art activity.
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Survival skills with dadCelebrate Father's Day at Wildflower Garden with a special family based survival course. Have a go at lighting a fire with flint and steel, experience some of the Garden's natural bush tucker and learn how to bandage a snake bite.
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A beary good day outJoin us at the Wildflower Garden for a Teddy Bear’s Picnic!. Meet the rangers and take part in interactive activities including fauna encounters, nature play, family campfire and Junior Rangers. Tickets limited and required for all activities.
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Your say
Sportsfield Closure Policy
Council is calling for submissions on the Sportsfields Closure Policy.
27 August
Sportsfield Booking Policy
Council is calling for submissions on the Sportsfields Booking Policy.
27 August
Notice of Public Hearing - 1a, 3 and 3a Kissing Point Road, Turramurra
Council recently exhibited a planning proposal for 1364-1396 Pacific Highway and 1, 1a, 3 and 3a Kissing Point Road, Turramurra. As the planning proposal involves the reclassification of public land from ‘community’ to ‘operational’ a public hearing is required.
28 August
Have your say on rate increase options
Council is consulting our community on four options to increase rates, of which three will provide additional funding for renewing and upgrading local infrastructure.
Closes 31 August
KDCP amendment - Part 14 Local Character, Urban Precincts and Sites
Council invites comment from the community on an amendment to Part 14 of the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan (KDCP).
Closes 1 September
Draft Community Engagement Strategy & Community Participation Plan
The draft Community Engagement Strategy, which incorporates the Community Participation Plan, is currently on public exhibition and open for community feedback.
Closes 1 September
Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy
The draft Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy is for the fair reimbursement of expenses and provision of facilities to Councillors in support of their official duties.
Closes 3 September
Proposed raised crossing Allan Street, Roseville
Transport for NSW is proposing to construct a wombat crossing on Allan Street at Babbage Road, Roseville. View the plans and have a say
5 September
Gordon Bowling Club Masterplan
Council is inviting the Ku-ring-gai community to help design a new public open space and recreation area that will serve our community for generations to come.
10 September
Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.
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