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From the Mayor
Happy New Year everyone! I hope you have had a happy and safe summer so far.
As we kick off the new year, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of a new program to support local artists and creatives. The Stages and Spaces program will open up Council venues for artists and creatives at no or low cost.
It’s all about making it easier to rehearse, create, exhibit and perform while supporting the incredible creative talent right here in Ku-ring-gai. You can find out more on our website.
On Monday 26 January we will welcome 200 people from 32 countries as they take their citizenship pledge at the Australia Day ceremony, and
I will have the pleasure of announcing the Ku-ring-gai Local Citizen of the Year Awards. Ku-ring-gai Fitness & Aquatic Centre will also host a pool party on the 26 January, with a BBQ, face painting, inflatables and a poolside DJ. Everyone is welcome and entry is by a gold coin donation, so stop by and make a splash.
Finally, a very happy birthday to St Ives Showground, celebrating 100 years! In 1926, the St Ives Agricultural and Horticultural Association was granted 53 ha of Crown Land in St Ives to establish the Northern Suburbs Showground, now known as St Ives Showground. It held its annual show for the first time at the new grounds on 15 January 1926. Council will mark the centenary with celebrations later this year. Stay tuned for further details.
Have a wonderful week.
New indoor sports hubThe St Ives Indoor Sports Centre, a new multipurpose indoor sports facility at St Ives High School, is now open for bookings from the community. |
Happy 100th to our ShowgroundSt Ives Showground officially opened on 15 January 1926 with the Northern Suburbs A&H Show, attracting a record 4,000 people and earning praise as “one of the finest showgrounds in the State.” |
Curtains up for Ku-ring-gai creativesCouncil has launched the Stages and Spaces program to help local artists and creatives access free and low-cost venues. |
Nominate an inspiring womanIf you know a local woman who has made a significant contribution to gender equality or empowering women in our community, nominate them for recognition. Nominations close 1 Feb. |
Flood Risk Management CommitteeWe're looking for community members to join our Flood Risk Management Committee. Applications close 8 Feb. |
What's on
Make a splashThe Ku-ring-gai Fitness & Aquatic Centre is hosting a pool party including a BBQ, face painting and poolside DJ. Entry by gold coin donation.
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Lunar New Year in Ku-ring-gaiWe're celebrating the Year of the Horse including our popular Lunar New Year food market, storytime, calligraphy and more.
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Seniors exercise classesJoin one of our weekly exercise groups to maintain or regain your fitness, strength and balance. Various days and venues available. Bookings now open for term 1. |
Active Ku-ring-gai for all agesWe have heaps of different sports and activities to keep you fit and active in 2026 including social & low impact tennis, yoga, tai-chi, Bandfit, mat pilates, Heart Foundation walking groups, pickleball and golf for juniors and beginners. |
Summer school holidays
Youth events and activities
Lots of great workshops and activities to keep older kids entertained as well including e-bikes, art design, robotics and ping pong.
Vacation Care
Flip Out Gladesville, Immersive Gamebox Sydney, Macquarie Ice Rink and Hijinx Hotel are just some of the activities planned for our summer Vacation Care program!
Summer golf clinics
Our junior golf clinics will hone your child's chipping, putting and golf etiquette skills.
Ku-ring-gai Art Centre
The Ku-ring-gai Art Centre has lots of creative workshops and events for kids, teens and toddlers.
Wildflower Garden
School holiday fun at Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden with a range of nature based themes including survival skills, animal encounters, nature detectives and water play.
Ku-ring-gai Library
Create, explore and be entertained in our libraries with coding and Lego clubs, craft-a-noons, construction play and Dungeons and Dragons gaming.
Your say
Park Avenue, Gordon - proposed raised pedestrian (wombat) crossing
Council is proposing to replace the existing ground-level pedestrian crossing on Park Avenue (west of Werona Avenue) with a raised 'wombat' crossing.
Closes 16 January
Monash Avenue East Killara - Road upgrade
Council is planning improvement works along Monash Avenue, from Springdale Road to the cul-de-sac as part of our ongoing program to upgrade local infrastructure and improve road safety, drainage and accessibility.
Closes 13 February
Catalpa Crescent, Turramurra - planned improvements
Council is planning road improvement works along the western end of Catalpa Crescent between Kissing Point Road and Barellan Avenue.
Closes 13 February
Council’s Management of Community and Recreation Facilities Policy
Council is seeking comments on the revised Management of Community and Recreation Facilities Policy 2025.
Closes 16 February
Draft Petitions Policy
Community feedback is sought on our Draft Petitions Policy, which sets out a clear and transparent framework for how petitions are submitted, assessed and considered by Council.
Closes 16 February
NSW's new approach to strategic planning
The NSW Government is seeking community feedback on proposed changes to the state's strategic planning system that will shape how our region grows over the coming decades.
Closes 27 February
Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.
Jobs and DA consents
