Wollondilly Shire Council

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• Council welcomes Picton Bypass Announcement

  Wollondilly Mayor Robert Khan has welcomed this afternoon’s announcement by the State Government that community feedback on a potential Picton Bypass corridor is now being sought.
  
  Mayor Khan said, “Wollondilly has been waiting for news on the Picton bypass for a long time and we are very pleased to see the release of the proposal today.”
  
  “I encourage all residents and road users to provide feedback to Transport for NSW on the recommended corridor bypass.”
  
  Council will be urging the State Gove…

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• Request for Tenders - Repairs, Alterations & Construction of a Smart Working Hub; Old Post Office, Picton

  Repairs, Alterations & Construction of a Smart Working Hub; Old Post Office, Picton 
  
  Tender number  2021/02 
  
  The Old Post Office building located on the corner of Argyle and Menangle Street’s, Picton has over the years performed a range of duties.
  
   
  
  Council is repurposing the building to create a Smart Hub for the community. The Smart Hub will provide a centrally located facility for small business, start-up businesses, community groups and minor events.
  
   
  
  This Tender is for repairs an…

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• Fox Trapping Program

  Wollondilly residents can now borrow fox traps and monitoring cameras from the Robin Davies Wollondilly Community Nursery. Expert advice and training in the use of a fox trap will also be given prior to the fox trap loan. Property inspections can also be arranged.
  
  Foxes pose a serious threat to local wildlife in the area as well as to livestock, domestic pets and native vegetation. Coordinated control campaigns involving neighbours are the most effective way to reduce fox and pest animal number…

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• Council seeks feedback on process to assess social and health impacts of development proposals

  Wollondilly Council would like to maximise the positive social and health benefits of developments within the Shire to ensure we have healthy communities now and in the future.
  
  Council has been piloting a process of social and health impact assessment which aims to identify, understand and manage the social and health outcomes of a new development proposal, policy or plan.
  
  With input from the pilot scheme, the draft Social and Health Impact Assessment Policy and Guidelines are now on public ex…

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• Integrated Water Management

  Wollondilly Shire contains much of Sydney’s drinking water catchment, and is rich in natural heritage including unspoiled creeks and rivers.
  
   
  
  We are also experiencing growth, which will impact water quality and supply, biodiversity, recreation and climate resilience. With this in mind, it is increasingly important to proactively manage and protect our waterways and water sources into the future. In order to do this, Council have developed the following documents:
  
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• Face to face programs resume at Wollondilly Library as Covid-19 restrictions ease

  After a challenging year in 2020 when most library events were held online, Wollondilly Library staff are excited to be welcoming residents back in person for some of their favourite adult’s and children’s programs.
  
  Regular storytime and toddler time sessions have returned this week, with families keen to get out of the house to take part in the story and craft activities. This is all being done in a Covid safe environment, with bookings required to make sure numbers are within the guidelines.…

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• New Customer Service Portal Launched for Wollondilly Residents

  Wollondilly residents can now manage and track their own customer service requests online thanks to a new customer service portal launched today.
  
  This will mean requests are actioned quicker and residents will be updated in real time as Council acts on the request.
  
  Once logged in, customers can also see if issues in their area such as fallen trees or potholes have already been reported by other residents. The system will assist in making Council staff mindful of problems which are causing the…

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• Sydney Water staff work with Council to restore local bushland

  Wollondilly Council is hosting a tree planting day for Sydney Water staff this Friday, 19 February to assist with the restoration of bushland along Racecourse Creek at Picton Sportsground.
  
  The project will establish 500 trees and 1500 shrubs and grasses to help restore the habitat for the endangered ecological community in the area.
  
  Mayor Robert Khan noted, “It is fantastic to see Council and Sydney Water working together to look after our local bushland.”
  
  “I’m particularly proud to see that…

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• Petition launched calling for delivery of Picton bypass

  Wollondilly Council, on behalf of its residents, is calling on the NSW Government to commit to, fund and deliver a road bypass for Picton.
  
  Now, together with Nathaniel Smith MP Member for Wollondilly, Council has launched a petition to make sure the voice of the community is heard loud and clear.
  
  The petition was established following a resolution at the November Council meeting and seeks to address significant issues including the traffic chaos that arises in Picton when Victoria Bridge is cl…

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• Media Statement - Dog Breeding in Wollondilly

  “I would like to reassure community members that Council is not changing our policy or approach to dog breeding across the Shire.
  Council has always adopted a common sense approach to the management and control of animal breeding, based upon fairness and an understanding that this is a recreational hobby enjoyed by many residents.
  Ultimately the NSW Government sets the rules on what’s allowable and of course our approach must be balanced against the legislative requirement for Council to invest…

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• Wollondilly Roads take a battering, Council gets on with the clean-up & repair

  The torrential rain and flash-flooding across the Wollondilly has severely damaged our 870km road network. Roads across NSW have taken a battering, and our thoughts go to the hardest hit communities to our north.
  
  Our crews have been working around the clock to patch up the damage in some very challenging conditions to ensure the safety of our residents.
  
  Extra crews have now been mobilised for ‘make safe’ repairs and we’re planning a massive patch and reconstruction program to roll out urgently…

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• Have Your Say on potential Water Play Facilities in Wollondilly

  Wollondilly Council is considering the feasibility of providing water play facilities in the future to allow for interactive play and cooling down during the Shire’s warm summer months.
  
  Council is asking residents to check out the Feasibility Report and take a quick survey to provide feedback on the potential facilities to help guide future planning.
  
  Wollondilly Mayor Robert Khan said, “Water play facilities are becoming increasingly popular. Council recognises the value of these family-friend…

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• Request for Tender - Repairs, Alterations & Construction of a Smart Working Hub; Old Post Office, Picton

  Tender number 2021/08The Old Post Office building is located on the corner of Argyle and Menangle Street’s, Picton.
  
  Council is repurposing the building to create a Smart Hub for the community. The Smart Hub will provide a centrally located facility for small business, start-up businesses, community groups and minor events.
  
  This Tender is for repairs and alterations to the Old Post Office building and for the creation of the Smart Working Hub.
  
  The project is to be priced as 2 x separable porti…

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• Bridge Closure at Prince Street highlights need for Picton Bypass

  This week’s closure of the historic Victoria Bridge on Prince Street for upgrades by Transport for NSW has once again highlighted the urgent need for a bypass to allow traffic to flow freely through the Picton town centre.
  
  Wollondilly Council on behalf of its residents has set up a petition with the support of State Member for Wollondilly Nathaniel Smith, calling on the NSW Government to commit to, fund and deliver a road bypass for Picton.
  
  A bypass would address the traffic chaos which occurs…

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• New Operational Plan & Budget to focus on roads, job creation, customer service and organisational performance

  Wollondilly Council is now seeking feedback on its draft annual Operational Plan and Budget, which focuses on the key areas of roads, jobs, customer experience and organisational performance.
  
  The annual Operational Plan is being delivered as part of a one year extension to the current Delivery Program, which will now stretch to 2022 following the impacts of Covid-19 and the decision by the Office of Local Government to add one year to the term of the sitting Councillors.
  
  Mayor Robert Khan said…

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