News and events in Ku-ring-gai
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From the Mayor
The new financial year is approaching and as is normally the case, the Council is offering several types of grant funding to the community in 2023-2024.
Our environmental grants are open until 19 May for projects that protect our environment and will help Ku-ring-gai reach its net zero goals. There is $100,000 of funding available.
We are providing dollar for dollar funding for owners of heritage properties to help them maintain and conserve their buildings. These heritage grants also close on 19 May.
The Council is offering $100,000 in grants to local community groups and organisations for equipment, community development programs and arts & cultural activities. Visit community grants to apply and see what projects have been funded in previous years. Applications close on 2 June.
Finally our events and cultural activities sponsorships are open until 28 May for applications from cultural and artistic groups and anyone interested in hosting an event in Ku-ring-gai. Please read the guidelines before submitting an application as conditions apply. More details are on our website.
There’s still plenty happening in this year’s Heritage Festival, with one of the highlights a Mother’s Day afternoon tea at Eryldene stately home in Gordon. And to all the mums and mother figures in Ku-ring-gai, I hope you have an enjoyable and restful day on Mothers Day!
Pic 1: Wreath laying at the ANZAC Day service in Turramurra. Pic 2: Lunch at the Men's Kitchen at St Albans Church Lindfield.
News
Comment on our delivery plan and budgetCouncil plans to spend $54 million on capital works and services in the 2023-2024 financial year and we are seeking your feedback on our draft budget and capital works program. |
Sponsorship program openWe are offering funding for events, festivals and cultural activities happening in Ku-ring-gai. |
Sculpture Trail call for artworksCelebrating sustainable art, the Ku-ring-gai Sculpture Trail opens for entries on 8 May. Image: 2022 People's choice award winner Which Banksia by Nicole de Mestre. |
What's on
Croquet anyone?Come and try one of the oldest games in history at our FREE croquet event this Sunday. Spots still available for the afternoon session. Bookings essential.
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The history of the little black dressJoin us for a trip from the 1890s with mourning gowns, all the way through to the 1990s to see the evolution of the little black dress. Presented by the Cavalcade of Fashion.
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History in the Wildflower GardenJoin our ranger for an historical guided walk and delicious morning tea at Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden.
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Teen forumJoin a free online forum for practical advice insights on how to better connect and communicate with your teenager!
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Cybercrime and AI workshopsSome great new workshops to support local small businesses: Secure your business against cybercrime
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Safe walking to schoolWe are supporting Walk Safely to School Day by offering participating Ku-ring-gai primary schools pedometers and reflective bag tags.
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Active Ku-ring-gaiOur Active Ku-ring-gai Term 2 classes are now open for bookings, including a new yoga class at Gordon Library on Thursday mornings. |
Nature Play celebrates mumsWe’re celebrating Mother’s Day at Nature Play next week. Preschoolers learn how to press flowers and toddlers will discover the enchanting behaviours of some marsupial mums. |
Extra Compost Week discountsTo celebrate Compost Week, we’re giving extra reductions on already discounted worm farms and compost bins.
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Comfy homesPresenter Adam Corrigan has low-cost tips on preparing your house for winter while saving on your energy bills.
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Chemical CleanOutPack your unwanted household chemicals in secure containers to drop off free of charge at St Ives Showground.
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Have your say
Draft privacy management plan
We are seeking community feedback on the draft privacy management plan.
Closes 10 May
Delivery program and other plans
Ku-ring-gai residents are invited to comment on our resourcing strategy, delivery plan and operational plan.
Closes 22 May
Jobs, volunteering and DA consents
Positions vacantApplications are now open for a variety of roles at Council and you can apply via our website. |
Community volunteer opportunitiesView a list of community opportunities available and apply to volunteer. |
DA consentsDevelopment application consents are published on our website weekly, and collated at the end of each month. |
