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

  With less than a week to go until the NSW State election, Mayor Matt Gould is continuing to receive commitments from State candidates in response to the five key election priorities he has laid out for the Wollondilly Shire.
  
  Following a meeting last week, Mayor Gould has warmly welcomed the commitment of One Nation’s Rebecca Thompson to four out of five of Council’s key priorities, joining recent pledges by Independent Judith Hannan and Liberal MP Nathaniel Smith to some of council’s priorities…

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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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• Request for Quotation - Illegal Waste Removal

  Request for Quotation 2023/06Description: Wollondilly Shire Council is seeking quotation rates from suitably qualified and experienced waste contractors to provide pick up and removal of all waste streams generated via illegal dumping across the Wollondilly Shire LGA.
  
  Obtaining Documentation: Documents may be obtained electronically via the tenderlink.com website.
  
  Requests for Information: Please contact the Purchasing Officer on (02) 4677 1100 or purchase@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au
  
  Deadline: Sub…

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• Council supports Domestic Violence Safe Phone program

  In the lead up to Domestic Violence Prevention Month, Wollondilly Shire Council is taking part in the DV Safe Phone program and has installed a recycled phone bin at its Customer Service Centre.
  
  The DV Safe Phone program aims to repurpose old phones and give them to people in domestic violence situations to support their access to help when it is most needed.
  
  There are drop-off locations right across Australia, and the Council Administration Building in Menangle Street Picton has now been adde…

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• Community Grants Program Opens for 2023

  Wollondilly Shire Council’s community grants program has now opened 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 small capital 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…

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• Sod turned for construction to start at the Performing Arts Centre

  Work on the Performing Arts Centre in Picton has officially begun; an exciting next step in Stage One of the Wollondilly Cultural Precinct project.
  
  This project is funded by grants including the Western Parkland City Liveability Program, Create NSW & Westinvest, developer contributions and building renewal funds.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould, Deputy Mayor Matthew Deeth, Cr Suzy Brandstater, and Member for Wollondilly Judy Hannan were on site with Council staff and Belmadar staff on 15 May for a tour o…

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• Request for Tender - Barrallier Park, The Oaks

  RFT 2023/13Barrallier Park, The Oaks - Construction of Water Play FacilityWollondilly Shire Council are seeking Tenders from suitably qualified, licensed and experienced Construction contractors for the procurement of the proposed works and services as outlined below.
  
  This Tender is for the Construction of a small scale Water Play Facility within Barrallier Park, The Oaks. This includes the required new covered Splash Pad with Water Toys, Plant Room with Balance & Backwash Tanks, Accessible…

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• Request for Tender - Construction of a new outdoor performance stage with amenities

  RFT 2023/12 Construction of an Outdoor Performance Stage with Amenities
  
  Wollondilly Shire Council is seeking Tenders from suitably qualified, licensed and experienced Construction Contractors for the procurement of the proposed works and services as outlined below.
  
  This Tender is for the construction of a new outdoor performance stage with amenities at Picton Botanic Gardens.
  
  The new facility will require a raised concrete slab with surrounding steps, include an amenities facility, changing r…

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• Expression of Interest – Community Group Transport Provider Program

  Council is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced Transport Providers to offer the hire of group transport vehicles, with or without drivers, suitable for use by eligible community groups for outings and activities.
  
  Obtaining Documentation: Documents may be obtained electronically via the tenderlink.com website.
  
  Requests for Information: Please contact the Purchasing Officer on (02) 4677 1100 or purchase@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au
  
  Deadline: Submissions close 5pm 1…

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• Picton & Surrounds receives Judges’ Commendation at Top Tourism Awards

  Wollondilly Council is very happy to announce that Picton and Surrounds have taken home the 'Judges Commendation Award' for the Top Tourism Town Awards 2023, against some pretty tough competition. 
  
  The NSW Top Tourism Town Awards are a prestigious opportunity for local government areas to showcase their region and nominate a top town.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote. It is exciting to be recognised as a great place to visit and to showcase some…

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• Wollondilly Visitor Economy and Employment Land uses to benefit from latest planning amendments

  The final stage in a series of amendments to the local planning framework comes into effect today, aimed at developing the visitor experience and boosting the economy in the Wollondilly Shire.
  
  The changes to the Wollondilly Local Environmental Plan 2011 will increase opportunities for developments related to the visitor economy, particularly on rural land, while ensuring the scale is appropriate and any potential impacts are managed.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “I’m delighted to see these changes t…

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• Town Centre rezoned in a significant milestone for Wilton Growth Area

  Wollondilly Shire Council is calling on the NSW Government to honour its infrastructure commitments and prioritise the needs of the state-led Wilton Growth Area, following the announcement of rezoning for the Wilton Town Centre last week.
  
  The Wilton Town Centre is a crucial milestone for the delivery of services and local employment for Wilton and for the broader Wollondilly Shire, with an estimated 3000 permanent jobs expected to be created.
  
  The rezoning will allow for 1600 new homes, land fo…

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• Official Launch of New Resilient Wollondilly Van

   
  
  Wollondilly Council has expanded its fleet of community outreach vehicles with the addition of a customised, state-of-the-art mobile recovery and resilience vehicle, to be officially launched this week.  
  
  Funded through the Bushfire Community Recovery and Resilience Fund, the Resilient Wollondilly Van will be used to provide immediate outreach support to impacted residents and businesses during and immediately after a disaster.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said: “The Resilient Wollondilly Van will prov…

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• Wollondilly Children’s Services Building Officially Opened

  The new Wollondilly Children’s Services Building in Picton was officially opened on Monday 14 August by Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould.
  
  The Hon. Angus Taylor MP, Federal Member for Hume, Judy Hannan MP, Member for Wollondilly, Deputy Mayor Matthew Deeth, Councillor Briggs, and Council staff were given a tour of the new building, with the help of some local children using the Wollondilly Preschool service.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “It was an honour to be able to officially open Wollondilly’s fantas…

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