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From the Mayor
Council is celebrating an important win for tree protection. We recently had a successful prosecution for illegal removal of a Norfolk Island Pine tree in Killara. While we cannot undo the damage done in this particular case, we hope that this will serve as an important reminder to property owners, builders and developers to always comply with conditions of consent, take measures to protect trees during works and never remove trees without Council permission.
This week the Council voted to adopt a special rate variation for much needed upgrades to community infrastructure such as public buildings, drainage and footpaths. We will provide updates on how the special rate variation is being spent once work gets underway later this year.
We have an exciting new festival concept for which we are currently seeking expressions of interest from food businesses. Ku-ring-gai Cravings is set to go ahead in August, showcasing undiscovered local eateries that shine after dark. If you know a business that might like to be involved please ask them to nominate on our website.
With the July school holidays rapidly approaching, why not book your children into one of the many activities we have planned at our libraries, the Wildflower Garden and elsewhere. There is literally something for everyone! Check out what’s happening on our website.
Have a relaxing weekend.
Illegal tree removal winAfter receiving a call on 24/7 tree hotline, Council caught tree loppers red-handed with crane and woodchipper from an illegal tree removal. |
Ku-ring-gai Cravings calloutWe are planning a new evening festival and seeking local restaurants, bars and cafes to join in. |
Volunteers neededMany local organisations are experiencing a shortage of volunteers. Consider volunteering to help our community thrive. Roles and details are on our Volunteer Hub. |
Rate variationCouncil has endorsed a rate variation that will provide around $20 million for much-needed improvements to local infrastructure such as footpaths, parks, playgrounds and community buildings. |
Celebrating local businessCongratulations to our finalists in the Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Local Business Awards. Council is a long-standing sponsor of the awards; see which local businesses are finalists. |
What's on
Gai-mariagal FestivalCelebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, the Gai-mariagal Festival is on now until NAIDOC Week in July. |
Arts and Cultural FestivalKu-ring-gai’s Arts and Cultural Festival celebrates our diverse and thriving arts and cultural community between 18 June and 24 July. |
Ku-ring-gai’s Sculpture Trail open for entries
Entries are now open for the Ku-ring-gai Sculpture Trail! Artists are invited to create sustainable sculptures to be displayed at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, with cash prizes on offer.
Closes 26 July
Winter art and history adventuresEnjoy warm, indoor outings at SH Ervin Gallery, Hyde Park Barracks, The Mint and Art Gallery of NSW. |
Make Music DayCelebrate live music at Wahroonga Park for busking performances from talented local performers.
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Art Centre taster classesEmbrace your creative side and try a one-off class with us to get a taste of what the art centre has to offer! |
Library happeningsOur final author event for June Belinda Alexandra blending passion, thrills and style and an Arts and Cultural Festival talk explore watercolour: Stories from the studio. And don't forget to take the library survey.
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Virtual Lunch and LearnJoin us for a free practical session with an expert in innovation, commercialisation and learn what it takes to build a scalable business.
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Dog talk topicsWe're planning our next dog education talk and would love your input. Please vote for the topic that will get your tail wagging. |
Active Ku-ring-gaiBookings are open for the next term of Active Ku-ring-gai classes. |
Venues for hireOur halls and meeting rooms are open for bookings. Our selection of venues are great for birthday parties, meetings, community groups and social gatherings. |
Winter comfort at homeJoin this free online webinar with the experts at RENEW and learn simple measures to make your home more comfortable in winter, save money and reduce emissions.
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Breaking up with plasticsJoin Plastic Free July's free webinar series and discover practical ways to reduce plastic in your everyday life.
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School holidays
Youth events and activities
Lots of great workshops and activities to keep older kids entertained with spots still left in our illustration, bubble soccer, baking workshops.
Vacation Care
Sydney Opera House Circus Show, Flip Out Frenchs Forest, Peak Pursuits Rock Climbing, Luna Park and more this winter school holidays!
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 badge making, Storytime and Dungeons and Dragons gaming.
Active Ku-ring-gai golf
Our holiday golf clinics will hone your child's chipping, putting and golf etiquette skills.
Your say
Queen Elizabeth Reserve playspace upgrade
Review the concept plan for the new playground and share your thoughts by completing the survey or making a submission.
Closes 21 June
Draft Climate Change Policy
Share your thoughts on Ku-ring-gai’s updated Climate Change Policy.
Closes 21 June
Ryde to Pymble pipeline
We are seeking feedback on Sydney Water's licence application for temporary compound areas on Council owned land/road reserves. This application is to support the Ryde to Pymble Pipeline upgrade project.
Closes 9 July
Avon Road, Pymble - proposed raised pedestrian (wombat) crossing
Council is currently seeking community feedback on an updated proposal to build a raised pedestrian wombat crossing on Avon Road, Pymble.
Closes 13 July
Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan Amendment 13
Council invites comment on Amendment 13 to the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan (KDCP) regarding NSW government low and mid-rise housing development.
Closes 16 July
Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.
Public Forum and Council Meeting
Next Public Forum 11 August
Next Council Meeting 18 August
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. |
