Free, Independent Energy Advice for Residents & Small Businesses

We are excited to announce we have partnered with ZapCat, a certified social enterprise, to help our community electrify their homes and businesses, reduce emissions and save on energy bills!

Through this free program, residents and businesses can access expert, independent advice on switching to clean electric appliances - such as solar panels, batteries, hot water heat pumps, EV chargers, induction cooktops, and more.

Get an instant online cost, savings and rebates estimate or book a free virtual consultation.

Last Chance to Register!

Join trusted local group, Zero Emissions Solutions, to hear all about installing solar and/or batteries at home, including how much it will cost you, how much you will save, and what rebates are available (the Cheaper Home Batteries Program can save you around 30% on the cost of a battery!).

When: 6:00pm – 7:30pm Wednesday 10 September
Where: Lane Cove Library
What: Presentation and Q&A, refreshments provided

Can’t make it to this session? Willoughby City Council is holding a Batteries Made Simple webinar on 24 September and have extended the invitation to Lane Cove residents. 

Have Your Say – Sustainability Action Plan

Council is reviewing its 2022–2025 Sustainability Action Plan and setting the vision for the next plan. Share your ideas and local knowledge to help set priorities for the years ahead by attending a community workshop or providing your input online.

Register for a workshop at the Lane Cove Council Civic Centre or complete the survey on our website using the button below:

Workshop times: 
📅 Monday 8 September
10:00am - 12:00pm
📅 Thursday 11 September
6:00pm-8:00pm

Are You Emergency Ready? 

EmergencyRedi Week is an annual reminder that emergencies like floods, bushfires, storms, and heatwaves can occur suddenly. Ask yourself:

• Can I evacuate quickly if needed?
• Am I ready to shelter at home during road closures or power outages?
• Can I still access medical care or essential services?

Use preparedness resources and make a plan now!

A Food Waste Service is Coming!

Council has resolved to implement a Food Waste Service with a target start date of March 2026. 

This new Food Waste Service is intended to begin with stand-alone households in March 2026, with townhouses, units and apartments complexes able to opt in from February 2027.

Stand-alone houses will receive a new kitchen caddy, compostable bin liners and maroon-lidded bin which will be collected weekly on the existing bin day. All other bin services will remain the same.

Don’t Be a Tosser! – Now Tackling Marine Litter

NSW has expanded its iconic Don’t Be a Tosser! campaign to highlight the impact of litter on our oceans and waterways, and how it threatens marine life and habitats.

So far, the campaign has:

• Helped cut litter in NSW by 43% since 2013–14
• Boosted community awareness to 93% about how litter travels from land to sea
• Reached more than 578,000 people through events like Taronga Zoo, and the Royal Easter Show. 

Community Nursery Open Day – celebrating 20 years!
Native bee musical show, live frogs and insects, craft sessions, and much more!

Saturday 6 September:
10:00am – 12:00pm
Lane Cove Community Nursery
Free event, find out more!

Big Bird - Lane Cove Bush Kids - Join us to have some fun learning about big birds, go on a bushwalk to do some bird spotting and make a nature craft bird to take home.

Wednesday 10 September
9:45am – 11:15am
Blackman Park, Lane Cove West
Tickets $10

Big Family Fun Ride 
Get the family together and join us for the Big Family Fun Ride along the bicycle path at Blackman Park.

Saturday 21 September
10:00am – 2:00pm
Blackman Park, Lane Cove West
Registrations essential