Wollondilly Shire Council

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• Fund the Picton Bypass says Mayor, as Wollondilly bypassed with lack of WESTINVEST grant funding

  Wollondilly Shire has been let down following the announcement of the WestInvest Competitive Community Grants this week after receiving significantly less than neighbouring councils; however, there is a silver lining with three projects given the go ahead.
  
  With over $2.5 billion in WestInvest funding still to be allocated, Mayor Matt Gould has called for the Picton Bypass to be funded to demonstrate that the NSW Government values the Wollondilly community.
  
  “The Picton Bypass was the most popul…

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• Dangerous tree removal grants program reopened for Wollondilly’s fire impacted residents

  Wollondilly Shire Council has reopened the federally funded Dangerous Tree Removal Program to assist residents whose properties were impacted by the Green Wattle Creek bushfire.
  
  Wollondilly Council received funding in June 2022 to assist affected residents to remove dangerous trees through the Australian Government’s Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program. Council has re-opened the funding until 30 March 2023, with works to be completed by 30 June 2023.
  
  The Program provides one-off fina…

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• Community Forum Question/Statement Form

  This form needs to be completed in full in order to make a presentation on an Agenda Item or Topic at a Community Forum. The form must be submitted to Council by 12pm on the day before the Community Forum.
  
  Council requires anyone interested in attending and/or addressing Council at the Community Forum to read and accept the terms contained within the Public Forum section of Council's adopted Code of Meeting Practice  prior to attending.
  
  Clause 4.4 - To speak at a public forum, a person mu…

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• 6 Month Progress Report on the Delivery Program

  Our significant road repair program is on track, with reconstruction, heavy patching and drainage work across the Shire, and more works planned for the coming months to address priority issues. Our advocacy for roads funding is also gaining traction, with recent funding announcements giving us more resources to tackle the extensive road repairs needed across the Shire following our wettest year on record. The Wollondilly Cultural Precinct is being strongly utilised with the upgraded Shire Hall n…

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• Birrahlee Park, Yanderra Officially Opened

  Birrahlee Park in Yanderra was officially opened yesterday by Wollondilly Shire Council Mayor Matt Gould and Nathaniel Smith, State Member for Wollondilly.
  
  Angus Taylor, Federal Member for Hume, Deputy Mayor Matt Deeth, Councillors Paul Rogers and Suzy Brandstater along with community members, joined in the celebration by enjoying a BBQ (thanks to Bargo Men’s Shed) and trying out the new playground equipment.
  
  Nathaniel Smith, State Member for Wollondilly said “I’m proud that we could fund such…

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• FAQ's

  Swimming Pools & Spas Passing Compliance Forms FAQ's FAQ's Swimming Pools & Spas Passing Compliance Forms FAQ's Do I need Council's approval to build a pool? Yes, you must receive Council's approval before constructing any pool. This includes pools located on residential properties, motels, hotels and caravan parks.Please contact Council on (02) 4677 1100 or email council@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au in regards to obtaining approval. Do I…

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• Forms

  Swimming Pools & Spas Passing Compliance Forms FAQ's Forms Swimming Pools & Spas Passing Compliance Forms FAQ's Certificate of Compliance State Government requires all pool and spa owners in NSW must have a valid certificate of compliance. This legislation applies to all in-and above ground, indoor, portable and other pools and spa pools, capable of being filled with 300mm or more of water.Pool owners can ask for assistance from local council or an accredite…

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• Wollondilly Mayor welcomes announcement of new bus services in the Wilton Growth Area

  Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould has welcomed an announcement by Transport for NSW of two new rapid bus services being considered for the Wilton Growth Area, and called on all candidates in the upcoming NSW election to commit to the plan.
  
  The NSW Liberal and Nationals Government has identified the new rapid bus routes to help connect Wilton to Picton and Campbelltown.
  
  Under the proposal, a new service would run every hour, seven days a week to connect Wilton with Picton, with a 30-minute service i…

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• Request for Tender - Installation of Tree Lighting, Argyle Street Picton

  REQUEST FOR TENDER 2023/11Wollondilly Shire Council (the Principal) is seeking Tenders from appropriately qualified, licensed and experienced Tenderers for the installation of the proposed tree lighting within Argyle Street Picton between Stonequarry Creek and Menangle Street intersection.
  The resulting contract will be a Lump Sum Contract.
  
  Scope of Works
  The Contractor shall allow to carry out the following works, including but not limited to the supply installation, testing, commissioning and…

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• Wollondilly community is invited to opening of newly renovated Library space

  Residents and friends are invited to come along and celebrate the opening of the freshly renovated top floor of the Wollondilly Library on Saturday 29 April between 10am and 2pm, with fun activities for all ages.
  
  As part of the celebrations, NSW Government's Woman of the Year for Wollondilly Marjo Hallowell will be talking about her book, Bargo 200 Years in the Making. Other activities will include face painting and interactive art for kids, Library tours, a pop up from Picton & Distri…

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• Employee survey reveals continued high engagement and positive culture at Wollondilly Shire Council

  Wollondilly Shire Council’s latest independently run Employee Engagement Survey has revealed a continued high level of engagement and commitment to the Wollondilly community across all divisions of Council.
  
  The November 2022 survey was carried out by the independent provider who has run the survey in 2019, 2020 and 2021. The results reported to this week’s Council meeting show a culture of increasing trust, job satisfaction and advocacy within the organisation.
  
  CEO Ben Taylor said, “We’re stri…

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• New coworking space to open soon in restored Picton Post Office as Council partners with WorkLife

  Wollondilly Shire Council has awarded the contract for a coworking space in the recently restored Picton Post Office building to WorkLife, a leading operator of regional co-working spaces.
  
  The appointment followed a competitive process that attracted multiple proposals from local and regional businesses.
  
  The Picton Post Office, built in the late 19th century, has been a symbolic landmark in the area for generations. Following significant damage due to floods and age, the building was restored…

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• Council supports additional Employment Lands to create more local jobs

  Wollondilly Shire Council’s endorsement of additional sites in its Employment Land Strategy will pave the way for more local jobs for Wollondilly.
  
  At last week’s meeting, Council adopted an addendum to the Employment Land Strategy 2021 to include additional sites at The Oaks Airport and the land between Bargo River Bridge Tahmoor and Wellers Road at Bargo.
  
  Land at Moreton Park Road has been identified as a long-term employment area that is not a priority within the current Employment Land Stra…

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• Stay Connected

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• Wollondilly Council welcomes axing of controversial plan to raise Warragamba Dam Wall

  Wollondilly Shire Council and Mayor Matt Gould have enthusiastically welcomed the NSW Labor Government’s announcement that plans for the raising of the Warragamba Dam Wall have been scrapped.
  
  The Government has announced it will not proceed with the project, taking into consideration the huge costs and environmental and heritage concerns, which have been highlighted for many years by Wollondilly Council and its partners who strongly opposed the raising of the wall by 14m for flood mitigation pu…

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