News and events in Ku-ring-gai
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News
From the Mayor
This week I wrote to the NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully regarding owners of heritage properties located in the transport oriented development zones of Gordon, Killara, Lindfield and Roseville.
The issue facing some owners is that their properties potentially face being surrounded by new taller buildings.
We are seeking a cooperative approach with the NSW Department of Planning to facilitate a process whereby some of these heritage properties can have their classification reconsidered. This would be on a case by case basis. I will keep you updated on this issue.
I was thrilled to see our new Native Planting Guide go live last week, which will help us all grow beautiful, more sustainable native gardens and habitat for local wildlife. Simply enter your address into our map, select your property and discover what soil type you’re dealing with and the best plants for your garden. Check it out here.
I’m also pleased to announce that the new and improved Lorraine Taylor Playground is now open to the public. Previously known as Athena Avenue Reserve, we have renamed the reserve to honour local volunteer and community stalwart Lorraine Taylor, who passed away in 2015. The new playground has an accessible carousel, swings and multi-functional play equipment, while parents can enjoy a moment of peace in the relaxing landscaped grounds.
Have a great weekend!
Online native planting guideLearn how to plant the right species for your soil and watch your garden thrive with our new interactive native planting guide. |
Building Ku-ring-gai nightlifeWe are developing a Night-time Economy Action Plan and seeking feedback and ideas from the community to help shape the plan. |
New name, new playgroundLorraine Taylor Reserve in St Ives, previously known as Athena Avenue Reserve, has a new playground. The Reserve was renamed in honour of local volunteer and St Ives community stalwart Lorraine Taylor, who passed away in 2015. |
Create Ku-ring-gaiWe're on the lookout for people who live, work or actively working in arts and culture in Ku-ring-gai. If you're an artist, performer, filmmaker, designer, cultural group, animator or in another creative business we want to connect with you! |
What's on
Gai-mariagal Festival
The annual Gai-mariagal Festival raises awareness of First Nations People living in the Northern Sydney region.
See our NAIDOC Week events running 7-13 July including children's weaving, cultural dance, Nature Play with Aunty Suzie, sand stories, painting and stone art workshops.
Let's get activeBookings are now open for Term 3 of Active Ku-ring-gai. Get moving and healthy with BandFit, mat pilates, tennis, tai-chi, yoga and walking groups. |
Art Centre term bookings openBookings are now open for Term 3 classes. Learn pottery, painting, Chinese calligraphy, drawing, portraits and more. Classes run 21 July - 21 September. |
Hospitality ExpoHospitality and food-based businesses in Ku-ring-gai are invited to attend a free expo to help them become financially and environmentally sustainable.
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Say yes to treesJoin us to plant trees and enjoy a free sausage sizzle at St Ives Showground. Bring gardening gloves - tools and plants provided.
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Sculpture Trail entries openArtists from all ages and backgrounds are invited to create imaginative artworks celebrating our environment using found and recycled materials.
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Arts and Cultural Festival
Celebrate our diverse and thriving arts and cultural community from mid June to the end of July.
Events include local exhibitions, theatre performances, arts and creative workshops and film screenings.
School holidays
Art fun for school holidaysBookings are now open for school holiday classes at the Ku-ring-gai Art Centre. There's an open day on 5 July as well as wheel throwing, cartooning, journalling, watercolour, sculpture, map illustrating, beading and writing workshops to name a few.
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Wildflower Garden adventuresOur Wildflower Garden has lots of great outdoor adventures these school holidays. 🐢 Animal encounters |
Vacation care bookings openVacation care includes iFly, Sydney Cooking School, Super Buzzbot coding and a dinosaur STEM workshop. |
Youth activities and workshopsThere's lots on for young people including ping pong comp and pizza and Aboriginal painting workshop. |
Junior golf holiday clinicsWe have two-day golf clinics at Gordon golf course for 6-12 year olds in the winter school holidays. |
Your say
Eastern Road Turramurra traffic calming and raised pedestrian crossing
We're seeking community feedback on traffic calming upgrades for Eastern Road shopping centre.
Closes 4 July
Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.
Jobs and DA consents
