Wollondilly Shire Council has received an offer to enter into a Planning Agreement in relation to Development Application DA/2023/1020/1, for land at 15 Janderra Lane Wilton.
The Draft Planning Agreement has been prepared under Section 7.4 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and provides for the following:
· Pay monetary contributions towards roads and transport, community facilities, open spaces in Area B of the Wollondilly Contributions Plan
· Construct and…
Wollondilly’s Australia Day Award winners were announced at today’s ceremony as part of the traditional celebrations in the Picton Botanic Gardens.
This year’s Wollondilly Citizen of the year is Rosemary MacAllister, a lifelong resident of Wollondilly who has actively contributed to the community through the Wollondilly Pony Club and 35 years of service to Wollondilly Riding for the Disabled.
Mayor Matt Gould said, “I would like to congratulate and thank all this year’s nominees and winners fo…
We are calling all plant lovers and gardening enthusiasts to come along to BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair on Sunday 3 November, from 8am – 2pm at the Picton Botanic Gardens, Regreme Road, Picton.
The Expo will feature a main stage with live entertainment, informative gardening workshops and demonstrations throughout the day, including the announcement of the Spring Garden Competition winners for 2024!
BLOOM will also welcome an array of market stalls specialising in gardening…
Wollondilly Shire Council’s community grants program is now open for online applications, offering grants to local community groups, charities, sporting groups and not for profit organisations.
The program provides funding towards projects, events and equipment purchases to support community organisations and groups operating within the Wollondilly Local Government Area, for the benefit of local residents.
Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould has encouraged local community groups to check their eligib…
If you are passionate about what happens in the Wollondilly Local Government area and becoming a councillor is something you’re interested in, save the date to attend one of our information sessions for potential candidates to find out more.
This session will provide essential information for potential candidates considering standing in the September Council Election.
Registration* to attend is required. Register above to secure your spot!
*Registrations close at 5pm on Tuesday 25 June 2024 a…
Commemorative Naming of Council Asset
Botanic Gardens Stage in PICTON NSW
“Don Jones Stage”
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Commemorative ASSET Naming for DON JONES
A Mayoral Minute was put forward at the 28 November 2023 Ordinary Council Meeting, resolution 304/2023, supporting the naming of the new stage in the Picton Botanical Gardens in honour of the late Don Jones (DOD 23 October 2023), for his significant contributions to the Wollondilly Shire over h…
On behalf of Wollondilly Shire Council, Mayor Matt Gould has congratulated local resident Josh Bell on his selection for the 2024 Olympic Games Clay Target Shooting team. Josh flies off this Sunday to Italy, where he will acclimatise and practice for a week before he heads to Paris to compete in the Games.
30-year-old Josh has been working hard to earn his spot in the Olympic team for Skeet Shooting, which is considered one of the more difficult shooting disciplines, and is over the moon to be…
After a chilly Winter in Wollondilly, we will all be looking forward to the warmer weather this year. The good news is that Spring is just around the corner, which means it’s time for our local green thumbs to sign up for the 2024 Wollondilly Spring Garden Competition.
The annual Spring Garden Competition brings together like-minded community members with a passion for gardening.
The 2024 competition includes a new category, Best Lawn, which joins some of the favourites including Best School G…
The NSW Electoral Commission has declared the outcome of the September Local Government Elections, with a mix of former Councillors and new faces set to join popularly elected Mayor Matt Gould on Wollondilly Shire Council for the next four years.
The four East Ward Councillors are Suzy Brandstater, Matthew Deeth, Paul Rogers and Benn Banasik. Hilton Gibbs, Jacqueline Jenson, Ally Dench and Trish Hill will represent the North Ward.
Mayor Matt Gould has welcomed the incoming Councillors and than…
Would you like to use your skills and expertise to assist with the management and direction of valuable assets within our community?
Section 355 Management Committees are volunteer groups appointed by Council to oversee the management of a community facility, such as a sportsground or hall. If you’re passionate about making Wollondilly even better together, then volunteering on a 355 Committee may be for you! Volunteers must be residents of the Wollondilly Shire.
New 355 Committees Members wil…
Would you like to use your skills and expertise to assist with the management and direction of valuable assets within our community?
Section 355 Management Committees are volunteer groups appointed by Council to oversee the management of a community facility, such as a sportsground or hall. If you’re passionate about making Wollondilly even better together, then volunteering on a 355 Committee may be for you! Volunteers must be residents of the Wollondilly Shire.
To RSVP or to find out more, p…
Would you like to use your skills and expertise to assist with the management and direction of valuable assets within our community?
Section 355 Management Committees are volunteer groups appointed by Council to oversee the management of a community facility, such as a sportsground or hall. If you’re passionate about making Wollondilly even better together, then volunteering on a 355 Committee may be for you! Volunteers must be residents of the Wollondilly Shire.
New 355 Committees Members wil…
Use your recycled printer paper twicePaper, and printing on it, cost money. It consumes resources and could often be avoided.
A tonne of paper consumes approximately 20 full-grown trees, over 90,000 litres of water, over 1.2 tonnes of coal and an assortment of chemicals. The greenhouse gas emissions of this tonne of paper are approximately 8 tonnes (with a tonne of recycled paper emitting approximately 2 tonnes of greenhouse gases), according to the Federal Government's 2001 Green Office G…
Growing indigenous and endemic plants in your backyard helps extend remnant patches of native fauna, attracts native wildlife to your garden and conserves biodiversity. So get your hands dirty and enjoy the rewards.
Climate change poses real threats to indigenous flora and fauna, much of which is already under threat from urbanisation and modern agricultural practices. It is more important than ever that we do our bit to protect habitats. By using indigenous plants in your own garden you can cr…
Renovations are the ideal opportunity to make your house more efficient and sustainable. Try these tips and feel good about your home.
From the design through to the construction of your renovation, opportunities exist to lighten your environmental footprint. These changes can range from short-term aspects (e.g. safely managing and recycling building waste) to long-term improvements in the energy efficiency of your home.
If you're renovating, explore good design: it can save energy, water…
Wollondilly Shire Council acknowledges the Dharawal and Gundungurra peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land, honouring their enduring cultural and spiritual connection to Country and recognising their ongoing contribution to the Shire.
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