Wollondilly Shire Council

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• Council invites Australian Turf Club to relocate to Wollondilly

  In a move that would help address Sydney’s housing crisis while stimulating the local economy, Wollondilly Shire Council has put Wollondilly forward as the ideal new home for the Australian Turf Club (ATC) if Rosehill Racecourse is relocated to make way for housing.
  
  In light of recent discussions on the potential redevelopment of the Rosehill Gardens site for up to 25,000 homes, Council is writing to the Premier and the ATC inviting them to explore the feasibility and benefits of relocating to…

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• Thousands expected to visit Thirlmere Festival of Steam this May

  The 2024 Thirlmere Festival of Steam is on track to bring Wollondilly’s village of Thirlmere to life on the weekend of 18 and 19 May 2024, with the fun continuing for the iconic Huff n’ Puff race on Sunday 26 May.
  
  The festival will once again be delivered by Wollondilly Shire Council in partnership with Transport Heritage NSW, operators of the NSW Rail Museum.
  
  Visitors can look forward to steam train rides aboard the State’s operational heritage fleet, demonstrations from local artisans, and t…

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• Council welcomes new technology trials for koala protection and highlights urgent need for crossings

  Wollondilly Shire Council has welcomed the NSW Government’s plan to roll out technology trials aimed at reducing the number of wildlife strikes in the coming weeks, while highlighting the urgent need for koala crossings on Appin Road.
  
   
  
  The trials include testing lighter pavement surface colours to make it easier for motorists to see koalas as well as AI technology to identify the presence of koalas and immediately alert drivers using ‘smart’ roadside signage.
  
   
  
  Additionally, new markings wi…

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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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• Mayor encourages vigilance as Covid-19 cluster spreads

  Wollondilly Mayor Robert Khan is urging locals to stay calm but remain cautious as they follow the current public health advice.
  Wollondilly Council is once again taking measures to keep residents, visitors and staff safe during this latest Covid-19 event, relying on guidelines from NSW Health and systems established during last year’s outbreak.
  
  “Our priority is to keep the Wollondilly community safe during the current Covid-19 situation,” Mayor Khan said.
  
  “Unfortunately this is a highly conta…

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• Wollondilly playground upgrades to become a reality through latest round of bushfire funding

  Wollondilly Council has welcomed the commitment of $920,120 in bushfire recovery funding to construct shade shelters at seven facilities across the Shire and to upgrade the playground at Picton Botanic Gardens as an inclusive play space.
  
  The upgrades will be delivered through Stage Two of the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund co-funded by the Australian and NSW Governments.
  
  Mayor Robert Khan said that the addition of shade shelters in Warragamba, Tahmoor, Bargo, Oakdale, Thirlmere, Buxton…

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• Prevent Stormwater Pollution

  Waste from industrial sites can cause major environmental damage if they enter the stormwater system.
  
   
  
  About Preventing Stormwater PollutionStormwater systems, the gutters, drains and pipes that collect run-off, flow into local rivers, lakes and coastal waters. Contamination that is allowed to enter one part of the stormwater system will flow into the waterways that we use for our gardens, food and recreation.
  
  Businesses often use hazardous chemicals in the running of their business and are…

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• Mayor calls on Wollondilly to help win the race to vaccinate

  Wollondilly Mayor Robert Khan is calling on local residents to ‘win the race’ across Sydney and reach up to 70% and 80% Covid-19 vaccination rates in the Wollondilly Shire.
  
  “Reaching the 70% and 80% rates of vaccinations will enable us to move to a more normal way of life as restrictions start to be eased,” he said.
  
  “The key to getting out of this lockdown is a combination of high rates of vaccination and low case numbers. We can make this happen!”
  
  The outer South West Sydney area which inclu…

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• Medicine and Sharps Disposal

  Residents have access to a number of pharmacies around the Wollondilly that accept the safe and free disposal of sharps and unwanted medicines.
  
   
  
  Unwanted and Expired Medicine Disposal
  A free collection service operates at all pharmacies for unwanted and expired medications to ensure the safe and the environmentally responsible disposal of these chemicals. 
  
  Use the find your nearest pharmacy tool or view the table below. 
  
   
  
  Sharps Disposal 
  Council provides a free sharps disposal service at…

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• Community Strategic Plan and Delivery Program outline Council’s refreshed vision for the Shire

  A new Council brings a refreshed focus and vision for the Shire, and Wollondilly residents will soon have the opportunity to provide feedback on the draft Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program and Resourcing Strategy, following Tuesday night’s Council meeting.
  
  The Community Strategic Plan seeks to identify Wollondilly’s priorities for the future, and articulates where we want to be as a community within the next 10 years. It is the highest level plan for Wollondilly Shire Council, and is u…

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• Community Strategic Plan

  Community Strategic Plan 2033 Download The Community Strategic Plan (CSP) articulates the community's long term vision for the Shire. It is the highest level plan for Wollondilly Shire Council and is used by Council and other agencies and stakeholders to guide policy and service delivery.  Download Plan Read through the plan Strategic Directions The CSP is divided into five strategic directions with supporting aspirations. The aspirations describe what our community would like Wollondilly…

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• Designs released for upgrading Hume Highway/Picton Road interchange – have your say

  Wollondilly Shire Council has welcomed progress on the planned interchange at Picton Road and the Hume Motorway, following the release of the preferred design option by the NSW Government last week.
  
  A Diverging Diamond Interchange has been proposed for the location and the Transport for NSW is now seeking feedback on the design.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “This planned upgrade to the Picton Road and Hume Motorway interchange is an urgent priority, heavily gridlocked in the peak and the site of fre…

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• Picton to Tahmoor Shareway - now complete

  Wollondilly residents can now walk or cycle between the towns of Picton and Tahmoor, with the completion of the new Picton to Tahmoor shareway. 
  
  The shareway was officially opened on 1 August by Mayor Matt Gould, Judy Hannan MP, Deputy Mayor Matthew Deeth, Cr Michael Banasik, Cr Beverley Spearpoint, Cr Paul Rogers, Cr Suzy Brandstater and Cr Blair Briggs. CEO Ben Taylor and Council staff were also in attendance.
  
  The new shareway will deliver the 2.4km missing pedestrian link between the two to…

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• Flying Foxes

  Grey-headed Flying-fox
  
  Species Overview:
  
  The Grey-headed Flying-fox is Australia's largest bat, with a wingspan of up to 1 metre.
  It has dark grey fur on its body, lighter grey fur on its head, and a russet collar around its neck.
  It is a protected native species in Australia.
  
  Ecological Importance:
  
  This species plays a vital role in seed dispersal and pollination over large distances.
  It supports the survival and genetic diversity of ecosystems such as eucalypt forests, rainforests, an…

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• Caring for Wildlife

  Caring for Wildlife in Wollondilly Shire
  Council are dedicated to ensuring the health and welfare of native animals. Here's what to do if you find an injured animal.
  
  The Wollondilly Shire abounds in natural areas that provide homes to numerous plants and animals. The shire contains extensive areas of National Park, Water Catchment Lands and major rivers including the Nepean, Bargo, Cataract and the Upper Georges.
  
  There are over 101 threatened fauna species that occur within the shire incl…

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