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• Use Non-toxic Cleaners

  Common cleaning products, disinfectants and air fresheners are creating a toxic environment at home. Try natural alternatives for a healthier home and family.
  
  Toxic chemicals in the home impact our health, causing ailments that range from respiratory ailments to cancer. A US EPA study on indoor air quality found that the use of common cleaning products result in levels of several Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) that are on average two to five times higher indoors than outdoors. During (and fo…

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• Be prepared for bushfire season and other hazards this Get Ready Weekend

  Wollondilly Shire Council is encouraging families, friends and neighbours to use the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) Get Ready Weekend from 19-20 September 2020 to prepare for the bushfire season and start a conversation about being aware of and prepared for all hazards.
  
  “The 2019/20 bushfire season was the most devastating bushfire season in our State’s history. It was a stark reminder of the danger of fire. It was also a reminder of the importance of being prepared and having a plan,” Mayor Matt…

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• New facilities at Wilton Recreation Reserve now Open!

  In great news for the Wilton community, the new multi-purpose facilities at the Wilton Recreation Reserve were officially opened today, Thursday 3 September.
  
  The facilities include a new multi-purpose amenities building, four new multi-purpose courts, and upgrades to the AFL building including female change rooms and referee rooms. The new sports field was opened last year.
  
  The new female facilities are part of Council’s commitment to encouraging more young women to get involved in sport in th…

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• Library Study sessions

  Are you looking for a quiet place to study or work? Why not book a table at one of the Wollondilly Library’s study sessions.
  
  The Library will re-open the View Room from Tuesday 6 October, and are offering study desks for quiet and individual study spaces.
  
  The study desks are perfect for HSC and University students or anyone wanting a quiet place to work or study.
  
  There are two sessions per day: 9:45am to 1pm and 1:45pm to 5pm.  Thursday session will be 9:45am - 1pm and 1:45-6pm. Free Wifi is…

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• Council to support local workshops for Small Business Month

  October is Small Business Month, and in support of the NSW Government’s annual celebration of the small business sector Wollondilly Council will be hosting two free workshops thanks to a grant from NSW Treasury for Small Business.
  
  The workshops are aimed at local businesses, including those who are new or just starting up.
  
  The first workshop, presented by Alex Hawkins from Business Connect is on Brand Building and is all about exploring your brand and using its power on social media. The secon…

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• Warragamba Pool to open for long weekend

  Warragamba Pool is opening for the season on Saturday 3 October, giving locals a chance to make the most of the warm weather predicted for the long weekend.
  
  Council will be managing the pool for the foreseeable future and will open the facility from 9am-3pm each day for the rest of the school holidays.
  
  Mayor Robert Khan said, “I am happy to see the pool open in time for the long weekend and hope that Warragamba residents enjoy this great facility over the summer.”
  
  Opening hours will be review…

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• Thirlmere Festival of Steam Street Parade Terms and Conditions

  THE THIRLMERE FESTIVAL OF STEAM STREET PARADE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
  The following Terms and Conditions have been developed by Wollondilly Shire Council to ensure that all participants in the Thirlmere Festival of Steam Street Parade, as well as the general public in attendance, remain safe at all times. These Terms and Conditions should be read carefully by the applicant. By signing the Expression of Interest form, you agree to comply with the Thirlmere Festival of Steam Street Parade Terms and C…

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• Council urges residents to check their swimming pools

  With drowning the number one cause of death in children under five, Wollondilly Council is reminding residents to check the safety of their swimming pools this summer.
  
  Mayor Robert Khan has highlighted the importance of checking the safety of pools to keep children safe this summer.
  
  “We want to remind everyone to check the safety of their swimming pools as the weather warms up.”
  
  “Whether at home, visiting family and friends or on holiday, we always need to keep a close eye on children when th…

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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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• Community welcome to join Wollondilly Council meetings in person again

  Wollondilly Council will be welcoming residents back to meetings in the Council Chambers from next week, as Covid-19 restrictions on public gatherings begin to ease.
  
  From 9 February 2021 all Community Forums and Council meetings will be open to members of the public in person, as well as via an online webcast.
  
  “It’s our pleasure to throw open the doors and welcome residents to attend our meetings in person once again,” said Mayor Robert Khan. 
  
  Public health restrictions mean the number of att…

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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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• NSW Dine & Discover program to inject funds into the Dilly economy

  Wollondilly business owners can now register to participate in the NSW Government’s Dine & Discover program, being rolled out across the State to help communities recover from the economic impacts of Covid-19.
  
  The scheme aims to encourage people to get out and about to support dining, arts and tourism businesses and inject some much needed cash into the regions that need it most.
  
  Residents over 18 years of age can now access vouchers to the value of $100 by visiting the Service NSW app and…

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• Council helping seniors get social during Wollondilly Seniors Festival 2021

  Many seniors in the Wollondilly have found 2020 and early 2021 to be a difficult and isolating time due to the impacts of Covid-19.
  
  Council is pleased to be able to invite local seniors back out in to the community to celebrate Wollondilly Seniors Festival 2021.
  
  Mayor Robert Khan said, “We are encouraging our older residents to get involved with this year’s Seniors Festival with a range of activities on offer across the Shire during the months of April and May.”
  
  “There is something for everyo…

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• Netballers welcome opening of new courts at Tahmoor as the 2021 season commences

  New state of the art netball courts were officially opened at the Tahmoor Sporting Complex today by Federal Member for Hume, Hon Angus Taylor MP, together with State Member for Wollondilly, Nathaniel Smith MP and Wollondilly Mayor Robert Khan.
  
  The $2 million courts are part of a major upgrade at the Tahmoor site, which will become a district level sporting complex designed to cater for Wollondilly’s growing population.
  
  The courts have been welcomed by local sporting groups, particularly the Wo…

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• Pop Up Clinic at Bargo Tomorrow

  South West Sydney Health has responded quickly to local case locations and agreed to arrange a pop up facility at Bargo Sportsground tomorrow (Sunday), following requests from Council and Nathaniel Smith MP.
  
  The pop up clinic will be open from 8am to 8pm with entry from Tylers Road and an exit via Radnor Road, with traffic control in place to direct vehicles.
  
  “Thank you to South West Sydney Local Health District for such fast action and Nathaniel Smith MP for working hard for our area to make…

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