News and events in Ku-ring-gai
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From the Mayor
The NSW Government seeks to deliver 377,000 new ‘well-located’ homes within five years, and earlier this week told Ku-ring-gai that our share is 7,600.
This target of 7,600 in five years is theoretically achievable. Under the NSW Government’s imposed reforms for ‘transport oriented development’ and ‘low- and mid-rise housing’, Ku-ring-gai has been zoned to support many more homes and the population will likely double within a few decades.
The bigger challenge for NSW is our shortage of construction workers. NSW needs to deliver 75,400 new homes per year over five years, whereas our post-pandemic average has been less than 48,000.
Not to mention the need for more planning and development assessment officers at Ku-ring-gai. We will be competing with the private sector and other councils for quality staff.
We need to be clear that Ku-ring-gai is not against the provision of more homes, however, we do believe that for these homes to be ‘well-located’ they need to be supported by infrastructure that is respectfully consulted with the community and appropriately funded.
To mitigate environmental and heritage impacts, Ku-ring-gai staff are drafting infrastructure scenarios to support our population uplift. Your input will be sought in the coming nine months.
We continue to advocate for the NSW government to provide more certainty around infrastructure funding. In the first five years, residents from our 7,600 new homes will contribute over $78 million in housing contributions to the State and the money is being directed out west. This funding leakage extends beyond five years. And while QLD and VIC have longer term targets for 2046 and 2051 respectively, NSW has no long term plan.
Earlier this week we were joined by Dr Zeny Edwards OAM who shared about her previous work at the National Trust, concerns about proper planning in Ku-ring-gai, and comparisons to how other nations approach the challenge.
The Gai-mariagal Festival continues through June and all are welcome at our activities.
With Councillors Smith and Wheatley, meeting organisers and prize winners at the St Ives Agricultural Show.
With Councillors Lennon, Ward, A Taylor and Kay attending the Walangari Sand Painting at Lindfield.
News
Flood studyWe're preparing a new flood study for the southern catchment area of the Lane Cove River covering the suburbs of Killara, Lindfield and Roseville and need your feedback. |
More EV chargersWe're installing chargers at three new locations to support the growing uptake of electric vehicles by local residents. |
Take a virtual strollIn the heart of Sydney's green heart is this gem of a bushwalk. |
New park for central GordonHave your say on a new green space planned for residents and workers in Dumaresq Street Gordon. |
Council elections 2024Register your expression of interest to work at the upcoming elections with the NSW Electoral Commission. |
What's on
Gai-mariagal Festival
Celebrate Ku-ring-gai’s indigenous culture!
We have a wonderful line up of events for the Gai-mariagal Festival, which celebrates First Nations culture and heritage in northern Sydney.
26 May - 11 July
Warakirri dining experienceImmerse yourself in the beauty of Australian native foods, botanicals, culture and rituals at this 5-course degustation dining experience.
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Gai-mariagal art eventsCelebrate indigenous art at the Ku-ring-gai Art Centre including Country Connections exhibition and dot art classes.
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Kids clothes, toys and books swapBring items in good condition and find some that are 'new to you' at the swap hosted by our Net Zero Champion volunteers.
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Domestic and family violence awarenessExperienced facilitators lead this workshop discussing how to recognise and respond to domestic and family violence.
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Free parent webinarWe are hosting a two-part parent webinar on drug and alcohol use in young people.
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Ku-ring-gai Chase Fun RunGet ready for a feel-good community fun run with 2km, 5km and 10km courses for all the family.
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Active Ku-ring-gai workshopsCelebrate the upcoming Olympics with FREE winter holiday clinics for table tennis and tennis.
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Ku-ring-gai Sculpture Trail call for entries
Celebrating sustainable art in the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, our Sculpture Trail is now open for entries. Cash prizes on offer!
Arts and Cultural Festival
Celebrating our diverse and thriving arts and cultural community, the Festival has events for people of varying ages, interests and abilities.
Your say
Public hearing - reclassification of 261 Mona Vale Road, St Ives
Have your say on the planning proposal to reclassify Council's land at 261 Mona Vale Road, St Ives from community land to operational land.
10 June
Public hearing - reclassification of 1192 Pacific Highway, Pymble
Have your say on the planning proposal to reclassify Council's land at 1192 Pacific Highway, Pymble from community land to operational land.
10 June
Dumaresq Street park
Council is creating a new public open space at 9 Dumaresq Street Gordon and seeking community feedback on the concept plan.
Closes 12 June
Jobs and DA consents
