Wollondilly Shire Council

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• Tree Management Application

  … on slopes greater than 15 degrees
  In a water course
  Or if the removal activity is pre-empting another activity such as agriculture or a residential dwelling or shed etc.
  You may also need consent for tree removal if you are planning on constructing a driveway where established trees already exist. Visit our Driveways page to find out more about tree removal for the construction of driveways.
  
  How Long Does a Permit Last?Tree Management Permits are valid for 12 (twelve) months from date of issue…

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• Wollondilly Council’s Contributions Plan reviewed to align with growth demands

  … investment all across the Shire.”
  
   
  
  “Significant Contributions projects that were completed or are underway all over the Shire include the Performing Arts Centre, the Picton to Tahmoor shareway, the Kennedy Creek cycleway at Appin, the Remembrance Driveway and Finns Road Roundabout at Cawdor, the Old Menangle School building and park, and funds for current projects at Tahmoor District Sportsground.”
  
   
  
  “It is essential that we have the infrastructure in place for our growing communities righ…

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• ROADS MANAGEMENT AUDIT SHOWS WOLLONDILLY COUNCIL SYSTEMS ARE UP TO THE CHALLENGE

  … approximately 900km road network.”
  
   
  
  “What we need now is more resources, particularly with the growth that is happening within our Shire.”
  
   
  
  “I urge the State Government to provide appropriate road classification; in particular to reclassify Remembrance Driveway Menangle Road and Silverdale Road as State roads so we can focus on our local roads.”
  
   
  
  “Council also calls on the State Government to ensure timely and efficient support during emergencies, and to assist us by taking the lead on…

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• Picton to Tahmoor Shareway - now complete

  … exercise is good for physical health, but it’s great for mental health and walking with friends and family helps communities to connect.” 
  
  The works include the construction of infrastructure including the shareway construction, retaining walls, roadworks, driveway repairs, refuge islands and drainage work.
  
  This project has been funded by Wollondilly Shire Council development contributions and received $2,163,723 from the NSW Government.

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• Paul Draper

  Areas of Responsibility:
  
  Road, Civil Construction and Maintenance (including drainage)
  Driveway Approvals
  Contact:
  
  Phone (02) 4677 1100
  Fax (02) 4677 2339
  Email council@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au

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• Council’s draft Operational Plan & Budget proposes massive investment into Wollondilly’s road network

  … money where the community’s priorities are.”
  
  With over 200 road locations across the Wollondilly Shire set for investment, these are just some that are included for repairs over the next financial year:
  
  Silverdale Road, various locations
  Remembrance Driveway, various locations
  Silverdale Road, North end
  Burragorang Road, various locations
  Bridge Street, Picton
  Douglas Park Drive, Douglas Park
  Arina Road, Bargo
  Barkers Lodge Road, Lakesland
  Turner Street, Thirlmere
  Bargo River Road, Couridjah…

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• Mayor warmly welcomes State Candidate Rebecca Thompson’s commitment to Wollondilly’s key priorities

  … and the key priorities that Council has asked for during the 2023-2027 term of government.”
  
  If elected, Ms Thompson has committed to full project funding and construction of the Picton Bypass, as well as reclassification of the entirety of Remembrance Driveway, Menangle Road and Silverdale Road as State roads.
  
  In terms of infrastructure and services for the Wilton Growth Area, Ms Thompson has said she would secure land for a future hospital and commence work on a new urgent care centre, have…

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• Council welcomes Picton Bypass Announcement

  … in Picton and most importantly to avoid a repeat of the gridlock that occurred a year ago during the Green Wattle Creek bushfire evacuation.”
  
  The recommended corridor released by Transport for NSW would provide a bypass connection between Remembrance Driveway and Picton Road with new intersections south of Wonga Road and north-west of Maldon Bridge Road.
  
  Feedback on the upgrade is invited until Monday 22 February 2021 and will be considered before finalising the proposal. 
  
  Residents have bee…

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• Council strongly opposes potential changes to Wilton housing code

  … outcome, but would also be a complete betrayal of the good faith negotiations undertaken up to this point.
  
  In particular, Council objected to proposed changes including: reduced rear setbacks from 4.5m to 4m for single storey dwellings; allowance of double driveway crossovers; reduced landscaping requirements; and no buffers from conservation land, major arterial roads and the Maldon-Dombarton rail corridor.
  
  If the Department does not accept Council’s position and proceeds toward finalising t…

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• Manage Rates

  … category for rating purposes + more Visit Rates Page Contact For further information or help accessing your rates online, contact Council on (02) 4677 1100. Other Customer Portal Services Hire a Facility Report an Issue Submit a Driveway Application

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• Submit a Driveway Application

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• Report an Issue

  … will it take to hear back once submitting a request? You will hear back from us within 5 working days. Contact For any information about your request or Council services, call us on (02) 4677 1100. Other Customer Portal Services Submit a Driveway Application Hire a Facility Manage rates

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• Funds poured into road repairs as extreme wet weather wreaks havoc with Wollondilly’s roads

  … and for the rain to stop, but we believe this approach will make a meaningful difference.”
  
  “If we’re really going to get on top of the road issue we also need the NSW government to step up by taking over management of our major roads like Remembrance Driveway and Silverdale Road, as they do for all our surrounding councils.”
  
  “We also need both the State and Federal Government to provide significant additional financial support to allow us to quickly repair the tens of millions of dollars of d…

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• Stormwater Management Charge

  … protect our local waterways by being 'stormwater smart' around the home and at work, including:
  
  Preventing litter from entering the drains;
  Preventing dirt, sediment and leaves from entering the drains;
  Washing your car on the grass, not the driveway;
  Picking up your dog droppings and disposing of them correctly;
  Ensuring that your on-site sewage management system is operating correctly; and
  Not illegally dumping rubbish in bush and creek areas.
  Allowing pollution to enter stormwater…

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• Wollondilly Council to reignite advocacy campaigns for Picton Bypass and reclassification of State Roads

  … https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/westinvest
  
  Wollondilly Council has also been strongly advocating for the NSW Government to review and reclassify key regional roads as State roads.
  
  Council is calling on the NSW Government to take ownership of major roads like Remembrance Driveway, Silverdale Road, Menangle Road and Montpelier Drive, allowing Council to focus its limited funds on local roads for local residents.
  
  Reclassification of these roads would make the NSW Government responsible for t…

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