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From the Mayor

As we celebrate Local Government Week, I’d like to share with you the amazing work of Council staff to make Ku-ring-gai the best place to live.

Council looks after 375 hectares of bushland, 30km of walking trails, 207 parks, playgrounds and sportsfields, 67 tennis courts, 22 community centres, 4 library branches, 2 golf courses, 2 mountain bike tracks, 2 youth hubs, a child care centre, family day care and vacation care, seniors programs, an art centre, the Showground, the Wildflower Garden, 484km of roads and a big calendar of events.

I encourage all animal lovers to pop by Bunnings Pymble tomorrow for our cat information and adoption day. Council staff and the Ku-ring-gai Animal Pound will bring a number of cats looking for their fur-ever home. It’s on from 9am to 3pm Saturday.

Thanks to everyone who has attended a consultation session on the rate increase options for funding better infrastructure. There’s still plenty of time to have your say, with consultation continuing until 31 August. For more information visit our website.

While you’re there, take a look at the new concept designs for the new amenities at club facilities at Bannockburn Oval in Pymble. The current facilities, built many decades ago, will be redeveloped into a modern, accessible and inclusive space for all to enjoy. It’s another example of our ongoing investment in high-quality sporting facilities in Ku-ring-gai.

Have a great weekend!

Mayor Christine Kay

Funding better local infrastructure

Ku-ring-gai ratepayers are invited to have their say on four proposed rate increase options to fund a range of infrastructure improvements.

Thanks to everyone who has attended a consultation session and there’s still plenty of time to have your say until Sunday 31 August.

Electrify everything with generous rebates

Residents in Ku-ring-gai can apply for new rebates to transition their home to clean electric energy. Rebates can be claimed on induction cooktops, solar and batteries, insulation and windows, hot water heat pump systems and pool pump upgrades. Apartment blocks can also claim rebates for solar, EV charging and energy audits and upgrades.

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Get wet weather sportsfield updates

Subscribe to our web page to receive email notifications when each sportsground status is updated due to wet weather.

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Inspiring women leaders award

Last chance to nominate for Ku-ring-gai's inaugural Women’s Leadership and Inspiration Award to celebrate local women making a difference. Closes 10 August.

What the recycling triangle really means

Recycling triangles advise what type of plastic the item is made from, not whether you can place it in your recycling. Recycle only disposable plastic containers from the kitchen, bathroom and laundry.

Reduce reuse recycle

Get your waste app

Never miss a bin collection again! With Ku-ring-gai’s free new Your Waste app, you can easily look up bin days, set bin reminders and find recycling info on your smartphone.

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What's on

Feline the love

Our cat info and adoption day is on tomorrow at Bunnings Pymble. Find your purr-fect pet through the Ku-ring-gai Animal Pound who’ll have eight cats and a rabbit available for adoption.

And don't forget to take the quiz and tips for the chance to win some great prizes.

9 August

More info and photos

Need a lift photo competition

Celebrate positive mental health and capture a photo of something uplifting, positive or joyful in your life or community.

For young people aged 12-24 who live, work or study in the northern Sydney area.

Closes 1 September

Enter now

Sustainable Futures Day

Lindfield Village Green will come alive for this year's Sustainable Futures Day! Join in for a FREE, fun day out showcasing healthy, sustainable and low-cost lifestyles.

31 August

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Eco Festival

The Council’s annual Eco Festival promotes innovative green living. The month-long festival is packed with workshops, talks, children's activities and information on living more sustainably.

September

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Dive in for a dollar

Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre invites you to dive into their Winter Swimming Happy Hour! Enjoy a swim on weekdays 2-3pm in the heated 50 metre outdoor pool in return for a gold coin donation.

Proceeds go towards the Centre’s community HSC program providing free access for local Year 12 students during exams.

KFAC website

Maritime Museum outing

Step aboard history, discover fascinating exhibitions and explore iconic vessels including the HMAS Vampire and a stunning full-scale replica of HMB Endeavour.

For residents aged 60+

26 August

Jewellery rehash

Create accessories by upcycling broken and unwanted costume jewellery at the Wildflower Garden.

Instead of discarding to landfill, reimagine your old jewellery pieces into necklaces, bracelets, keyring charms, or holders for your glasses.

23 August

Your say

Bannockburn Oval improvements

Council is planning improvements to the amenities and club facilities at Bannockburn Oval in Pymble. We are seeking input from the community on our plans.

22 August

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Sportsfield Closure Policy

Council is calling for submissions on the Sportsfields Closure Policy.

27 August

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Sportsfield Booking Policy

Council is calling for submissions on the Sportsfields Booking Policy.

27 August

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Notice of Public Hearing - 1a, 3 and 3a Kissing Point Road, Turramurra

Council recently exhibited a planning proposal for 1364-1396 Pacific Highway and 1, 1a, 3 and 3a Kissing Point Road, Turramurra. As the planning proposal involves the reclassification of public land from ‘community’ to ‘operational’ a public hearing is required.

28 August

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KDCP amendment - Part 14 Local Character, Urban Precincts and Sites

Council invites comment from the community on an amendment to Part 14 of the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan (KDCP).

Closes 1 September

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Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy

Council is exhibiting the Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy for the fair reimbursement of expenses and provision of facilities to Councillors in support of their official duties.

Closes 3 September

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Have your say on rate increase options

Council is consulting our community on four options to increase rates, of which three will provide additional funding for renewing and upgrading local infrastructure.

Closes 31 August

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Draft Community Engagement Strategy & Community Participation Plan

The draft Community Engagement Strategy, which incorporates the Community Participation Plan, is currently on public exhibition and open for community feedback.

Closes 1 September

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

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Council meetings and public forums

Next public forum

Tuesday 12 August
Registrations to address the public forum close 5pm, 11 August

Next Council meeting

Tuesday 19 August
Council Chambers, 818 Pacific Highway Gordon
Minutes and agendas
Streamed live on our website

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Jobs and DA consents

Positions vacant

Applications are now open for a variety of roles at Council. Apply via our website.

Current vacancies

Volunteer opportunities

Check out volunteer roles available in our area.

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DA consents

Development application consents are published on our website weekly, and collated at the end of each month.

DA consents