News and events in Ku-ring-gai
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News
From the Mayor
On 14 September, the Ku-ring-gai community elected ten Councillors for a four-year term, including two new Councillors - Matt Devlin in Comenarra Ward and Indu Balachandran in Gordon Ward. Congratulations to everyone elected to Council!
I would also like to thank outgoing Councillors Simon Lennon and Greg Taylor for their contribution to the last Council and Councillor Sam Ngai for his commitment as Mayor for the last 12 months.
On 8 October, we met to elect a Mayor and Deputy Mayor and make appointments to a range of committees. It was an honour to have been elected Mayor for the coming two years. I congratulate Councillor Kim Wheatley on her election as Deputy Mayor for the coming year.
During my term as Mayor, I look forward to working closely with the community and my colleagues on important issues such as housing, environmental protection and delivering community services. I’ll be using my e-news column and my Facebook page to keep you updated on important projects and issues.
As outlined in this enews, it’s a big weekend for community activities and events across Ku-ring-gai.
On Saturday 19 October, we’re expecting big turnouts at our Sustainable Futures Day at Turramurra’s Cameron Park and at the Spring Twilight Concert at Wahroonga Park. On this day, we are also holding a Ku-ring-gai Creative Showcase at Gordon Library, where we'll bring together a diverse array of talented authors and artists from our own backyard.
Council will be holding its first full meeting of the new term on the evening of Tuesday 22 October. We have a busy agenda and invite community members to either watch the meeting online or in the Council Chambers.
Mayoral electionTwo female Councillors have been elected as Ku-ring-gai’s Mayor and Deputy Mayor. Cr Christine Kay will take the reins as Mayor, with Cr Kim Wheatley elected Deputy Mayor. |
Grants to fight violence against womenKu-ring-gai community organisations have been invited to apply for grants under $100,000 in new funding. The grants will help tackle the rising problem of domestic and family violence against women. |
Know a local community hero in Ku-ring-gai?The Local Citizen of the Year awards celebrate outstanding contributions in various categories. Help us acknowledge deserving citizens for 2025; nominations close on Sunday 8 December. |
Play time at Hassall ParkOur bigger and better playground at Hassall Park, St Ives is now open! Swing on by and explore the new playground and nature play area, try the exercise equipment or have a BBQ. |
Paw-fect new vanOur companion animal officer has a new EV to help keep Ku-ring-gai pets safe. It's fitted with special crates to deliver any stray dogs to where they need to go and a friendly reminder to register your dogs and cats, so if they get lost we can easily reunite them with their owners. If your community group wish to host a talk on animal management, our staff are happy to help. |
What's on
Spring Twilight Concert in the Park
Grab your dancing shoes and picnic blanket for our annual FREE Twilight Concert in Wahroonga Park.
Kicking off at 5pm will be Sydney's ultimate party band One Hit Wonders, followed by main act Killer Queen entertaining us with Queen's greatest hits.
Either picnic in the park or buy dinner at the food stalls at the event.
This Saturday 19 October
Getting wild at the GardenTrick or treat, pumpkin painting, nature journaling or splitting a native hive - its all going on at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden!
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Local Creatives ShowcaseThe Ku-ring-gai Creative Showcase returns to Gordon Library, where we'll bring together a diverse array of talented authors and artists from our own backyard.
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Thomas Carlyle tour weekLooking for child care? Thomas Carlyle Children's Centre is holding a tour week with lots of fun activities for children to join in.
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Your eco-venture awaits!
Looking for a free, fun, family-friendly day out? Explore how you can live a healthier, low-cost and eco-friendly lifestyle at Cameron Park Turramurra.
- EVs and cargo bikes
- Chat with experts about solar power and batteries
- Cooking and DIY workshops
- FREE native plants
- Animal encounters
This Saturday 19 October, 10am - 3pm
Connecting people, protecting natureJoin a great group of speakers as local conservation group WildThings NSW host their annual forum, looking at protecting our environmental heritage and habitat.
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Domestic violence awarenessWe're holding a workshop with Lifeline Harbour to Sydney CEO Elizabeth Lovell to learn how to identify and effectively respond to signs of family and domestic violence.
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Volunteer dementia workshopJoin our dementia awareness workshop for volunteers supporting people living with dementia or experiencing memory and thinking problems.
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Wahroonga Food and Wine FestivalMark your calendars, the much-loved Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival is back for a 10th year promising a sensational culinary experience!
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Chemical CleanOutDispose of your chemical waste safely on 16 and 17 November at St Ives Showground. Get rid of any unwanted paints, pesticides, gas bottles and other household items.
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Bare Creek Trail RunWhether you’re a beginner or experienced runner, there is a run (or walk) that's ideal for you! From the 2km dash, 6km family walk/run, through to the challenging 12km and 20km courses.
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Your say
Young people have a sayShare your voice in our youth survey and go in the draw to win 1 of 4 $100 gift cards. If you live or study in Ku-ring-gai and are 12-24 years-old, have your say.
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Shape our Art Centre classesYour feedback is essential in helping our Art Centre to better reflect our community's needs and desires.
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Multicultural festival surveyWe’re planning a festival to celebrate the diverse and unique cultures of our community. To create an event that captures the diverse histories, traditions and experiences of our community we want to hear your ideas. |
Electric vehicle chargers
Five Council car parks may soon feature new public EV chargers and we are seeking feedback from the community about the plans.
Closes 27 October
Hawkesbury Nepean Coastal Management Plan
Ku-ring-gai Council is one of the six councils bordering the Hawkesbury River system which have come together to develop an integrated, whole of estuary Coastal Management Program.
Closes 24 November
Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.
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