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From the Mayor
I had the absolute pleasure this week of presenting the inaugural Ku-ring-gai Women’s Leadership and Inspiration Award.
The award celebrates local women who are making a real difference in Ku-ring-gai through leadership, advocacy and action.
Congratulations to this year’s recipient Andrea Doney, highly commended Cate Sinclair and all of the nominees. You can read more about these remarkable women in the story below.
I’m also proud to announce our exciting new partnership with Dress for Success and the Ku-ring-gai Status of Women Advisory Committee to run a community clothes drive.
This initiative will provide women with professional clothing suitable for job interviews and employment. It’s a practical but effective way for us as a community to support women striving for independence and economic security.
Did you know that Ku-ring-gai Library is celebrating its 80th birthday this year?
Our first library opened on 24 November 1945 at the Council Chambers in Gordon.
To celebrate this major milestone, the Library is sharing 80 images from its 80 year history, over a period of 80 days. You can view the wonderful collection of images on the Library Facebook page and our website.
Have a lovely weekend.
Women’s Leadership and Inspiration AwardsCongratulations to Andrea Doney, who has been named the recipient of Ku-ring-gai’s inaugural Women’s Leadership and Inspiration Award, recognising her outstanding impact on community wellbeing and inclusive leadership. |
Get involved this Eco FestOur popular Eco Festival runs until the end of the month, packed with workshops, expert talks, children’s activities, guided bushwalks and information sessions on cleaner, greener living.
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Wander our Sculpture TrailSet in the beautiful bushland setting of the Wildflower Garden, the Sculpture Trail features 46 artworks made from recycled materials.
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Bushfire expoGet your homes and family bushfire ready for the summer season.
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Talk e-bike safetyE-bike safety starts at home. A simple conversation with young riders about helmet use and safe riding habits could save lives. |
Seniors road safetyRefresh your knowledge of pedestrian safety, safe driving practices and current road rules. Senior Constable Alex Muir will share accident statistics and practical safety tips.
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Calling urban mural artistsWe’re seeking artists to capture the beauty of our waterways, wildlife, and natural landscapes — and highlight why they matter. Open to all artists across Greater Sydney. |
Give unwanted bikes a new lifeBring your old bikes and parts along to our bike collection event at St Ives Showground to help reduce landfill and give reconditioned bikes to disadvantaged kids.
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Pymble Fun Run road closuresPlease note temporary road closures will be in place for the Pymble Fun Run on Sunday 21 September. |
What's on
Spring Twilight Concert in the Park
Save the date for our ever popular Twilight Concert in Wahroonga Park.
This year's concert features Endless Summer performing classics from 60s, 70s and 80s and Running in the Shadows, Australia’s longest running tribute band to the legendary Fleetwood Mac.
Saturday 18 October
Chris Hammer on home-grown thrillsJoin us at Gordon Library for an author talk with leading Australian author of crime fiction Chris Hammer.
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Craig Silvey on the return of RuntAcclaimed author Craig Silvey is visiting Gordon Library to discuss his work for readers young and old.
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Ku-ring-gai Library turns 80!To celebrate Ku-ring-gai Library's Facebook page will be posting about its history old and new over the next 80 days. |
St Ives Food and Wine FairSupported by Council, the Fair features international food, wine, lifestyle stalls, pony rides, animal farm, giant jumping castles, RFS and SES trucks and musical performances.
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Art Centre term 4Term 4 classes bookings are now open. Check out our classes including ceramics, watercolour, drawing, acrylics, jewellery-making, oils, printmaking, and more for adults. For children and teens, we have after school art clubs, pottery and weekend classes. |
New chair yoga classesAn uplifting, modified form of traditional yoga suitable for people with limited mobility, lack of flexibility or recovering from injury or illness. New weekly class offering for residents aged 60 years plus in St Ives. |
Strength and balanceExercises designed to enhance flexibility and balance, help reduce the risk of falls and injuries and improve muscle strength. |
Keep your family safe around dogsGet free expert tips on keeping your family safe around dogs. Humans only. Bookings essential.
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Child car seat safety checkMake sure your precious cargo is transported safely at our child car seat safety check day. Book from 1 October.
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Learner driver supervisor workshopsJoin our online workshop for parents and supervisors with tips on rules, log books, safe driver courses and more.
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School holidays
Vacation CareOur Vacation Care activities include slime, Luna Park, STEM workshops, horse-riding, cooking, treetops, gymnastics, lego and so much more! Our centres are based in West Pymble, West Lindfield and St Ives. |
Get artyRoseville's Ku-ring-gai Art Centre offers fun kid's classes including painting, drawing, pottery, wheel throwing, creative writing, printmaking, mixed media, puppet-making, beaded jewellery and more! |
Library funCheck out Dungeons and Dragons sessions, science Storytime, pirate craft, HSC lock ins and recycling workshops. There are programs for all age groups |
Get outdoorsKu-ring-gai Wildflower Garden offers a range of nature-based activities including survival skills, animal encounters, nature detectives and water play. |
Youth eventsGet off the couch and come join us for lots of fun activities for young people including baking classes, ping pong competitions and trivia. |
Junior golf clinicsGet into the swing of it with our holiday golf clinics. Your child will learn how to chip, putt, and understand golf etiquette while making new friends along the way! |
Your say
Kintore Street, Wahroonga
Council previously consulted residents about installing speed cushions on Kintore Street, Wahroonga. Following feedback the proposal has been revised and input is again being sought for the section between Eastern Road and Wahroonga Avenue.
Closes Friday 3 October
Draft Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme & Amended Policy
Council is seeking comment from the community on two documents relating to the provision of affordable housing within Ku-ring-gai.
Closes 22 September
Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.
Jobs and DA consents
