Wollondilly Shire Council

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• Joint Media Statement - Tahmoor Colliery

  Today Judy Hannan MP and Mayor of Wollondilly Matt Gould responded to announcements made regarding the future of Tahmoor Colliery. 
  
  Quotes from Judy Hannan MP:
  
  "I wrote this week to the Premier in concern regarding Simec Coal Tahmoor. Despite the transition away from coal as a power source, coking coal is still required for steel. The mine at Tahmoor is of a rich type of coal and is used for the creation of steel, necessary for building works across Australia.” 
  
  “Having confirmed anonym…

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• Thirlmere Community Hall - Have Your Say

  Come along to a pop-up kiosk to tell us what you think about the concept plans for a new community hall at Thirlmere.
  
  To have your say or to find out more, visit  Your Say Wollondilly
  
   

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• Oakdale Community Hall - Have Your Say

  Come along to a pop-up kiosk to tell us what you think about the concept plans for a new community hall at Oakdale.
  
  To have your say or to find out more, visit Your Say Wollondilly

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• Initiatives to improve Wollondilly’s night time economy under way

  Council is currently developing a range of initiatives to support the night time economy that will enhance social wellbeing, boost local businesses and provide jobs in the Wollondilly Shire.
  
   
  
  At Tuesday night’s meeting Council considered an overview of the work already undertaken, including the preparation of a Discussion Paper, and considered the way forward to create a thriving local night life
  
   
  
  Deputy Mayor Matthew Deeth said, “Most of us love a good night out, and our community membe…

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• International Women's Day

  International Women's Day Celebration
  When: Tuesday 18 March, 10:30am
  Where: Wollondilly Performing Arts Centre
  
  Join us for a free movie screening of WICKED to celebrate International Women’s Day. Enjoy a cuppa and cake while connecting with the community.
  
  This is a free event, but registration is required.
  
  Scan to register and find out more, or contact the Events Team at (02) 4677 9422 for more information.

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• DUDLEY CHESHAM MULTIPURPOSE BUILDING - NOW COMPLETE

  The multi-million dollar Dudley Chesham Multipurpose Building and grandstand at The Oaks has been completed and is ready to welcome the community.
  
   
  
  On Monday 17 March, Mayor Matt Gould along with Greg Warren MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Western Sydney representing the NSW Premier, Judy Hannan MP, Deputy Mayor Matthew Deeth, Councillors Hilton Gibbs, Suzy Brandstater, Ally Dench, Patricia Hill and Jacqueline Jensen proudly cut the ribbon alongside community members. Councillor Gibbs and Gr…

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• Wollondilly Council adopts Customer Experience Policy

  Wollondilly Shire Council has adopted an updated Customer Experience Policy following a period of public exhibition, and continues with its whole-of-Council push to embed a high-quality customer experience in every aspect of Council’s service delivery.
  
  The Policy outlines Council’s commitment to deliver a professional, engaging and consistent service that meets customer expectations and aligns with Council’s values and goals.
  
   
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “Council is committed to delivering our pr…

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• Council welcomes announcement of promised second High School for Wollondilly – opening in 2027

  Wollondilly Shire Council has warmly welcomed the announcement by the NSW Government that a promised second high school for the Shire will now be built, and open its doors for students in 2027 at Wilton.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould was delighted to receive the news today that the long-awaited high school, planned to be co-located with the new primary school in Fairway Drive at Wilton, will now be delivered for the growing Wollondilly community.
  
  “Council, our community, and our local member have been call…

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• Draft Updated Wilton Health and Wellbeing Strategy

  Wollondilly Shire Council has refreshed the Wilton Health and Wellbeing Strategy and we are now inviting your feedback on the draft updated version.
  
  In 2020, Council adopted the Wilton Health and Wellbeing Strategy to guide the evolution of our community where every person has the opportunity to live well. Since then, Wilton’s population has grown considerably, and planning frameworks for healthy built environments have changed.
  
  The draft Wilton Health and Wellbeing Strategy ensures Council’s…

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• Corporate Planning and Reporting

  The Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) framework is a legislated requirement that all councils develop a suit of strategic plans that help guide the activities and service levels of an organisation towards the vision articulated by the community.
  
  In summary, it is business planning that aligns to the community’s priorities and expectations of service levels.

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• Road Naming

  Wollondilly Council is seeking road name suggestions from residents, community groups and schools for the many new roads which are appearing around the Shire.
  
  Council’s street name register allows land owners and developers to select a street or road name allocated to a specific township that has been approved by the Geographical Names Board.
  
  Council is asking for suggestions based on the themes of local Aboriginal heritage, early explorers, pioneers, settlers and historical figures and natura…

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• Sustainable Living Guide

  The Sustainable Living Guide lists a variety of activities you can undertake in your day to day activities to ensure you're doing your best to be sustainable. Find out more.
  
  “Each one of us matters, has a role to play, and makes a difference. Each one of us must take responsibility for our own lives, and above all, show respect and love for living things around us, especially each other.” Jane Goodall
  
   Less stuff, more life.Creating a sustainable life and society, requires we recognise an…

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• Water Efficient Gardening

  With less rainfall and hotter weather predicted in the coming decades, we need to go with the limited flow and create water-wise gardens.
  
  Clean water is essential to life on earth, yet it is a scarce resource comprising only 3 per cent of the world's water. Most fresh water is stored in ice caps and below the surface of the earth. Despite the scarcity, global consumption of water has been increasing each decade. Australians use about 30 per cent of their household water consumption on thei…

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• Grow an Indigenous Garden

  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…

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• Avoid Bottled Water

  The Story of Bottled Water
  
  
  
  Avoid bottled water and feel good knowing that you’re saving money, reducing your personal health risks and reducing resource waste in your community.
  
  Humans require plenty of of drinking water each day to keep our bodies hydrated and with our increasingly busy lifestyles, more and more people are purchasing bottled water. In 2009-10 approximately 582.9 million litres of bottled water was consumed (IBISWorld Bottled Water Manufacturing in Australia, January 201…

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