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Here in Ku-ring-gai, reported incidents of domestic-violence assault have increased by 85% over the past decade — and those are only the cases that get reported. We must continue raising awareness and taking meaningful action to prevent gender-based violence. So thank you to everyone who came to Wednesday’s Walk the Talk event at Hornsby-Ku-ring-gai PCYC.

On a brighter note, I’m thrilled to announce that Council won the 2025 PIA NSW Award for Planning Excellence, for our innovative planning scheme as an alternative to the state’s transport-oriented development policy. It’s important recognition that our housing plan will better protect heritage and the environment while meeting the state’s housing targets.

With Christmas approaching, I invite our community to help support neighbours who may be feeling isolated or experiencing financial hardship. Donate packaged food, tinned goods, toys or cash to our Mayor’s Christmas Appeal. All donations go into hampers that Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury will distribute locally. You can drop-off items at Council’s Customer Service Centre (818 Pacific Highway, Gordon), Lifeline at 4 Park Avenue Gordon, or Ku-ring-gai Library branches.  Cash donations are also welcome and go directly toward the hampers. The appeal closes at 5 pm, Friday 12 December.

Finally, I’m pleased to let you know we’ve upgraded our e-request platform for reporting things like potholes on Council roads, fallen trees or barking dogs. It’s now more mobile friendly and lets you track the status of your request from any device. Visit our website to try it out.

Mayor Christine Kay

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Code of meeting practice

Council’s Code of Meeting Practice provides a set of meeting rules for accessible, orderly, effective and efficient meetings. 

Closes 2 December

On-street electric vehicle charging stations Lindfield and Roseville

Council is seeking feedback on proposed on-street electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Lindfield and Roseville.

Closes 7 December

Notice of intention to grant a licence - South Turramurra

Council intends to grant a licence to TOMRA Collection Pty Ltd for up to 2 years for the operation of a Return and Earn Recycling Machine.

Closes 3 December

Gordon Bowling Club Masterplan - phase 2 consultation

Following Phase 1 consultation, we've heard from local residents, sporting clubs and community groups—and now we're ready to expand on your input to finalise the masterplan in 2026.

Closes 8 December

Planning Proposal – heritage housekeeping PP2025-1656

The planning proposal seeks to make amendments to the below heritage items listed in Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015.

Closes 12 December

Charles Bean Oval surface renewal

Council is seeking community feedback on the renewal of the synthetic turf playing surface of Charles Bean Oval, Lindfield. The oval’s current synthetic turf surface is nearing the end of its useful life and requires renewal in the near future. 

Closes 16 December

Dual Occupancy Development Control Plan

Council invites comment from the community on the amendment to the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan to insert a new Draft Part 5: Dual Occupancy - to include development controls for dual occupancy dwellings.

Closes 19 December

Proposed road closure – Denley Lane, Durham Avenue, Cowan Lane

Council has received an application to close and purchase Council owned roads off Mona Vale Road at St Ives.

Closes 24 December

Acquisition and Divestment of Land Policy

Council is publicly exhibiting the Acquisition and Divestment of Land Policy prior to being formally adopted by Council. The changes include updates in legislation and minor wording amendments.

Closes 24 December

Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.

Next Council meeting

Tuesday 16 December
Council Chambers, 818 Pacific Highway Gordon
Minutes and agendas
Streamed live on our website

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