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From the Mayor
I'm excited to announce the draft masterplan for Gordon's newest park is now open for community feedback. The former Gordon Bowling Club site at 4 Pennant Avenue is being converted into a new public park and recreation area, and we'd love to hear what you think of the plans.
After three phases of community engagement last year, the draft masterplan shows how the site will be developed over time. Our Recreational Needs Study found that the southern part of Ku-ring-gai has fewer parks and recreation spaces than other areas, as well as a growing population, so this new park will help plug the gap in our open space needs.
You can review the draft masterplan and have your say by completing two surveys or sending in a written submission. Feedback is open until 8 November. You can also attend a site visit on Saturday 17 October from 10am to 2pm to view the plans, have a chat and enjoy a coffee on us.
Are you a street artist with a passion for the environment? Then I invite you to apply for two new mural commissions celebrating community and care of the environment. The urban murals will be painted at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden education centre in St Ives and at the St Ives Showground café, and both will explore this year's theme of 'Connecting Community'. Over the years, we have commissioned some fabulous urban murals to celebrate and encourage environmental stewardship. I can’t wait to see the next two.
Finally, just a reminder that the Twilight Concert in the Park is on again from 5pm on Saturday 17 October. Get ready for a new sensation as Don't Change – Ultimate INXS rocks Wahroonga Park. Grab a picnic rug and your best mates and enjoy this fun, free event. You can find out more on our website.
Have a great weekend.
Caring careers expoWe are teaming up with neighbouring councils to promote rewarding careers in aged care. |
New play spaceWork is about to start on a new play area in Lambert's Clearing in the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden. |
Road worksTransport for NSW will carry out road works at Mona Vale Road and Pacific Highway at Pymble and Woodbury Road and Mona Vale Road in St Ives. |
SES geo challengeNSW SES Ku-ring-gai Unit will be conducting a large-scale land search and rescue training exercise across several suburbs in the Ku-ring-gai area on Sunday 11 October. |
EASY advice for your homeOne of Council’s Net Zero Champion groups from Ku-ring-gai has received grant funding for a new smart energy program targeting local homes. |
What's on
New sensation for Twilight
Grab a picnic rug and your friends, because we are throwing a free tribute concert celebrating the music of INXS.
Wahroonga Park will transform for the Don't Change - Ultimate INXS tribute. Bring a picnic or buy from the food stalls at the event.
17 October
Celebrating our local creativesWe’re excited to launch the first Made in Ku-ring-gai at the Art Centre on 15 November. If you are a young artist 15-25, enter the Youth Art Prize and showcase your creativity. Entries close 19 October. |
State Theatre tour and lunchBe enchanted by the majestic elegance of the State Theatre’s eclectic revivalist Gothic, Italian and Art deco designs. For seniors.
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Volunteer workshopExplore the rights and responsibilities of volunteers, the importance of healthy boundaries and how effective communication create positive experiences for volunteers and their organisations. |
Library eventsGordon has extended Sunday hours for HSC students. Other events happening at the library: Tania Blanchard - the woman who turned dust into Dior Students supporting seniors with technology |
Go wild in the GardenThere’s lots happening for nature lovers of all ages. Nature Play - Tue, Wed & Fri Junior Rangers - Wednesdays Native beehive split - 24 October |
Make a splash at West PymbleFamilies are invited to an afternoon of entertainment this Saturday at the Ku-ring-gai Fitness & Aquatic Centre. Free swim assessments, face painting, gymnastics and basketball.
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Get active Ku-ring-gaiThere are a great range of sports and activities on offer across Ku-ring-gai, including social tennis, yoga, tai-chi, BandFit, golf, pickleball and more. Term 4 starts next week. Time to book in and get fit for summer. |
Wahroonga Food & Wine FestivalTreat your tastebuds with international cuisines, craft beers, NSW wines and handcrafted spirits.
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Chemical CleanOutDispose of those household chemicals at the next CleanOut at St Ives Showground.
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Learner driver supervisor workshopWe're holding a free online workshop offering advice to parents and supervisors on how to help learner drivers become safer drivers.
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Your say
Hunter Avenue, St Ives - proposed speed cushions
Council is planning to install two asphalt speed cushions on Hunter Avenue, near the roundabout at Eastern Arterial Road in St Ives.
Closes 12 October
Amendment to Ku-ring-gai DCP Part 6.1 Terraces
Council invites comment from the community on the amendment to the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan (KDCP) to include objectives and controls for Multi Dwelling Housing (Terraces) and related definitions.
Closes 15 October
Draft Lane Cove Southern Catchments Flood Study
Have your say on the Draft Lane Cove Southern Catchments Flood Study to better understand flooding in the Sugarbag Creek, Little Blue Gum Creek and Blue Gum Creek catchments.
Closes 16 October
Draft Lane Cove Northern Catchments Flood Study
Have your say on the Draft Lane Cove Northern Catchments Flood Study to better understand flood behaviour across the Coups, Water Dragon, Peppermint, Avondale and Quarry Creek catchments.
Closes 16 October
Draft Companion Animals Management Plan 2026-2030
Give your feedback on the Draft Companion Animals Management Plan 2026-2030, which outlines how Council will balance the needs of pets, the community and the local environment over the next four years.
Closes 18 October
Amendments to Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme
Council invites comment from the community on a draft amendment to the adopted Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme (AHCS).
Closes 19 October
Draft Annual Financial Statements 2025/26
Council is seeking comment from the community on its Draft Annual Financial Statements for the year ended 30 June 2026.
Closes 27 October
Tryon Road at Archbold Road, Lindfield - Proposed right turn bays
To improve traffic flow, Council is proposing to provide right turn bays on both sides of Tryon Road where it meets Archbold Road, in Lindfield.
Closes 1 November
Gordon Bowling Club Masterplan: Phase 4 community engagement
Give feedback on the proposal to convert the Gordon Bowling Club site at 4 Pennant Avenue, Gordon into a new public park and recreation area.
Closes 8 November
Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.
Council Meeting
Next Public Forum 13 October
Next Council Meeting 20 October
Council Chambers, 818 Pacific Highway Gordon
Minutes and agendas
Council meeting streamed live on our website
Jobs
Positions vacantApplications are now open for a variety of roles at Council. Apply via our website. |
Volunteer opportunitiesCheck out volunteer roles available around Ku-ring-gai. |
Development applications
DA consentsDevelopment application consents are published on our website weekly and collated at the end of each month. |
Traffic DAsView traffic proposals and provide feedback prior to Traffic Committee consideration. |
