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From the Mayor
Council decided at its meeting this week to pause construction of Norman Griffiths Oval and engage independent experts to provide an updated cost analysis and consult the community before Council commits to further expense.
We will listen to your views and independent advice before deciding on a path forward to deliver the best possible outcome for sporting clubs and the wider community.
Great recognition for our alternative plan for housing growth in Ku-ring-gai with a high commendation from the Planning Institute of Australia this week. We were the only council nationwide to be recognised for our planning skills.
Our after hours space at Gordon Library is becoming very popular! If you’re a student or someone who needs a place to do some work after normal library hours, then book in at Library After Hours Ku-ring-gai
Another initiative that’s proving very popular is the Earn & Return baskets at selected locations in Ku-ring-gai. This is a trial whereby residents can leave recyclable bottles and cans for others to collect for cash. Find out more.
This week we’ve been busy celebrating the hundreds of volunteers serving our community. As part of National Volunteer Week we hosted movie days for local volunteers and lit up the Council Chambers in orange to thank our SES volunteers on Wear Orange Wednesday.
If you are interested in volunteering, check out our Volunteer Hub which lists many organisations you can get involved with locally.
Thank you to everyone who volunteers in our community and makes Ku-ring-gai such a great place to live.
National recognition for TOD planningCouncil has received national recognition for its innovative approach to transport-oriented development, earning a Commendation at the prestigious 2026 Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) National Awards for Planning Excellence. |
Rolling out bin basketsCouncil has installed container deposit baskets across Ku-ring-gai as part of a new recycling trial. The baskets are provided by Exchange for Change as part of its Return and Earn bin baskets for councils program. |
Bringing back the BogulCouncil is reintroducing the Native Bush Rat, aka a Bogul, as part of an urban rewilding initiative in northern Sydney. |
Events and festivals sponorshipsApplications are open for our Events & Festivals Sponsorship program.
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Cockle Creek Bridge worksTransport for NSW is undertaking night works on Cockle Creek Bridge in Bobbin Head Road and Ku-ring-gai Chase Road, North Turramurra. |
What's on
Chemical CleanOutThe next Ku-ring-gai Chemical CleanOut is this weekend at St Ives Showground.
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Road Safety WeekCouncil is committed to road safety and during National Road Safety Week drivers are asked to take the pledge to Drive So Others Survive!
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Gai-mariagal FestivalCelebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, the Gai-mariagal Festival is on between 26 May and NAIDOC Week in July. |
Ku-ring-gai’s Sculpture Trail open for entriesEntries 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.
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Get swappingNet Zero volunteers are busy with swap events for the community.
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Soap making workshopLearn how to make soap from scratch using natural oils and herbal extracts with the cold process soap-making method. Everyone will take home a silicone mould with a bar of soap to cure.
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Coercive control workshopCouncil is supporting a free half-day workshop to help frontline sector workers identify and respond to coercive control in the community.
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Get into golfCheck out our golf clinics |
Learner driver supervisor workshopJoin our free online workshop for parents, carers and supervisors, packed with practical advice on helping learner drivers become safer drivers.
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Seniors excursion to reptile parkCome and explore the Australian Reptile Park, including the reptile show, Galapagos tortoise walk and koala show. Morning tea and an animal experience are included.
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Your say
Hawkesbury–Nepean River System Coastal Management Program
The Hawkesbury–Nepean river system is one of NSW's most significant waterways. Ku-ring-gai is part of this catchment and residents are invited to have a say on how it is managed.
Closes 31 May
Proposed Statewide Community Participation Plan
The NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure is inviting feedback on its proposed Statewide Community Participation Plan, which sets out how communities can be informed and involved in planning decisions across NSW.
Closes 3 June
Fiddens Wharf Road, Killara - proposed full-time no right turn
Council is proposing to introduce a full-time No Right Turn restriction at the intersection of Fiddens Wharf Road and Pacific Highway, Killara.
Closes 3 June
Iconic Tree Register - terms of reference
We invite feedback for the terms of reference for our Iconic Tree Register. The Register is a new initiative recognising and celebrating trees of exceptional value across Ku-ring-gai.
Closes 8 June
Roseville Park playspace upgrade - concept plan
Give your feedback on a concept design for an inclusive play space at this popular park.
Closes 15 June
Robert Pymble Park - proposed changes to traffic flow and parking
Council is seeking community feedback on proposed changes to parking and traffic arrangements around Robert Pymble Park in Pymble.
Closes 17 June
Keep up to date on projects and programs out for comment and on exhibition.
Public Forum and Council Meeting
Next Public Forum 9 June
Next Council Meeting 16 June
Council Chambers, 818 Pacific Highway Gordon
Minutes and agendas
Council meeting streamed live on our website
Jobs and DA consents
