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From the Mayor

Thank you to everyone who has so far had their say on our Community Strategic Plan, delivery program, budget and fees and charges for the 2025-2026 financial year.

Revitalising local centres and ensuring facilities meet the needs of Ku-ring-gai’s growing population will be a focus for the coming financial year.

There is still time to view the plans and have your say if you haven’t already.

Next Wednesday on 7 May the Council will mark National Domestic Violence Remembrance Day with a solemn ceremony to honour those killed by violence in the home.

We will be unveiling a purple seat at St Ives Village Green and planting a purple Tibouchina tree alongside it. The colour purple as an internationally recognised symbolic colour used to honour those who have lost their lives in domestic violence.

Council is committed to raising community awareness and supporting meaningful action on this important issue. You can find out more on our website.

The Ku-ring-gai Heritage Festival is well underway with some fascinating events and activities.

The Festival highlights the rich history of Ku-ring-gai and celebrates our Indigenous, natural, built and cultural heritage.

I’ve had the pleasure of attending some of the Festival events already. To check out the complete program visit our website.

Have a safe and happy weekend.

Mayor Christine Kay

Future plans on exhibition

Our new Community Strategic Plan (CSP), delivery program, budget and fees and charges for the 2025-2026 financial year are on public exhibition until 20 May.

Have a say

Paying rates just got easier

Payble is an online payment system offering an easier and flexible way to pay your rates.

You can choose to pay weekly, fortnightly or in other ways that suit your budget.

Find out more

Fun run road closures

Temporary road closures are in place for the Lindfield Fun Fun on 4 May.

The fun run takes place from 8am.

What's on

The Ku-ring-gai Heritage Festival is in its fifth year and explores the rich history of Ku-ring-gai celebrating our indigenous, natural, built and cultural heritage.

To 19 May

Composting and worm farm workshop

Compost is great for the garden plus saves room in your red bin.

Find out how to compost effectively and set up a worm farm at Kimbriki Eco House and Garden.

7 May

Mother's Day at the Garden

This Mother's Day, skip the socks and candles and give Mum the gift of quality time in nature with the family! Slow down, explore and make memories that last longer than any box of chocolates.

Fauna and bushfoods experience
Mother's Day nature journaling paint and sip

10 and 11 May

Wildflower Garden events

Road safety week

Council is committed to road safety and during National Road Safety Week drivers are asked to take the pledge to Drive So Others Survive!

11 - 18 May

Learner driver online workshop

A free online workshop offering practical advice and info to those helping learner drivers become safer drivers.

14 May

Bonegilla - The Migrants Journey

Be inspired by pioneers who left everything behind to create a better life for themselves and their descendants. A fascinating multi-dimensional live show.

9 May

Senior exercise classes

Improve your muscle strength, enhance your flexibility and balance and reduce your risk of falls:

Strength and balance men's class
Chair yoga for seniors

Thursdays

Seniors events

Funding for your enviro projects

Apply for an Environmental Levy Grant and get a share of $100,000, supporting projects such as native beehives for schools, environmental research, bushcare weed removal and solar energy education.

Kids clothes, book & toy swap

Come to St Ives Showground to exchange your used kids clothes and toys (in good condition) for new-to-you outfits.

10 May

Sponsorship applications open

Sponsorship applications are open for individuals and organisations wishing to deliver exciting and inclusive events during the 2025-2026 financial year.

Closes 31 May

Arts & Cultural Festival EOI

Celebrating our diverse and thriving arts and cultural community, we are looking for participants for our Arts & Cultural Festival between 18 June and 24 July.

Closes 25 May

Your say

Wahroonga road improvements

We are seeking feedback on upgrades to road surfaces, drainage and kerbs around Halcyon Avenue, Larbert Avenue and Chilton Parade.

Closes 9 May

Have a say

Community Strategic Plan and supporting documents

Council’s 10-year Community Strategic Plan (CSP), 10-year Resourcing Strategy, 4-year Delivery Program, Council’s budget and fees & charges for 2025-2026 are on public exhibition for comment.