Wollondilly Shire Council

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• WOLLONDILLY DA TIMES FASTEST IN GREATER SYDNEY!

  Wollondilly Shire Council has the fastest approvals for development applications in Greater Sydney, with an average of 53 assessment days, according to a new league table published by the State Government this morning.
  
  The league table shows Council’s performance in regard to lodgement and determination of development applications, with Wollondilly coming out on top despite having the fourth highest number of determinations.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “I’d like to congratulate the staff at Wollond…

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• Wollondilly Business Chamber - AGM

  Join Wollondilly Business Chamber Meeting at Picton Bowling Club on Wednesday evening 24 July for networking and a catch up with other local businesses. This is the first official meeting as the newly rebranded and renamed Wollondilly Business Chamber.
  
  TICKETS: $45 members / $60 non-members (includes a meal and a complimentary beverage). 

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• Request for Tender - Construction of Car Park at 9-11 St James Avenue, Menangle

  Tender 2024/24
  Wollondilly Shire Council is seeking Tenders for the construction of a new car park at 9-11 St James Avenue, Menangle.
  
  This includes the following:
  
  Surface levels and site set out
  Bulk earthworks – Proof rolling of sub-grade and subsequent layers
  Installation of Lighting poles, Footings, Illuminaire installation and operation
  Installation of Drainage structures including pits, Kerb and Gutter and associated works
  Laying of Asphalt, Signage and line marking of car park areas.
  Sig…

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• WOLLONDILLY LIBRARY RECEIVES A FUNDING BOOST THROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY INFRASTRUCTURE GRANTS

  Wollondilly Library has welcomed the news that they have been successful in securing $332,272 through the NSW Public Library Infrastructure Grants.
  
  Public Library Infrastructure Grants are for projects that will assist NSW Councils to improve public library infrastructure. The funds have been directed to projects that provide significant public benefit and develop improved public library services for NSW communities.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “The grant will enable us to adapt to the evolving nee…

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• WOLLONDILLY PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE UNVEILED

  The Wollondilly Performing Arts Centre (WPAC) has been officially opened.
  
  The WPAC in Picton is a multi-format facility that includes a 350-seat venue for performances and large functions.
  
  It will bring more visitors to Wollondilly and will be the jewel in the crown of the Wollondilly Cultural Precinct.
  
  This project is funded by grants including the Western Parkland City Liveability Program, Create NSW, Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants, and Council developer contributions and building ren…

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• Barrallier Park Water Play Unveiled

  The Barrallier Park small-scale water play facility was unveiled and tested on 1 August by Mayor Matt Gould, Hon. Angus Taylor MP, Judy Hannan MP and Councillors.  CEO Ben Taylor and Council staff were also in attendance.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “The water play facility will be open to the public for use when the weather warms up in September. We will hold a community celebration at that time.”
  
  “I’m excited for the kids of The Oaks and surrounds who will get to cool down in this fun and vibrant…

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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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• Old Menangle School Site Now Open

  On 1 August 2024 the Old Menangle School site was officially opened by Mayor Matt Gould, Deputy Mayor Matthew Deeth, Cr Hilton Gibbs, Cr Suzy Brandstater, Cr Michael Banasik, and Cr Blair Briggs. CEO Ben Taylor and Council staff were also in attendance.
  
  The community was invited along to try out the new playground facilities and have a look at the amazing rejuvenated Old Menangle School building.
  
  The multi-use space will become a destination park for families to visit, stay and play for the da…

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• A bigger and brighter Illuminate Wollondilly Festival is back in 2024

  The countdown is on for this year’s Illuminate Wollondilly Festival of Art & Light, which will see the town of Picton transformed into a wonderland of light and colour on the weekend of 20-22 September.
  
  This year’s festival will be bigger and brighter than ever, with a range of visually inspiring events and activities happening across the town over the three days.
  
  Council’s Director Shire Services, Peter Buckley said, “Illuminate has traditionally been one of the biggest events on the Woll…

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• FREE Bike Skills Course - Buxton Public School

  FREE bike skills courses will be offered at Buxton Public School for children aged 8 to 12 years this coming Spring school holidays on Tuesday 8 October, thanks to a partnership between Transport for NSW and the NSW Department of Education.
  
  Known as AusBike, this national bike education course is tailored for primary school aged children and is aimed at equipping children with the essential skills to ride confidently and safely.
  
  Through this two-hour program for 8 to 12 year olds, students wil…

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• Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould returned for new Council term, with resounding vote of confidence from community

  The NSW Electoral Commission has declared the outcome for Wollondilly’s Mayoral election, returning Matt Gould as popularly elected Mayor for the new term of Council with a strong vote of confidence from the community.
  
  The father of three and proud lifelong resident of Warragamba / Silverdale has been a Wollondilly Councillor since 2016, serving as Deputy Mayor in 2018-20 and as Wollondilly’s first popularly elected Mayor in the last term of Council.
  
  Mayor Gould said he was honoured by the hig…

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• Wollondilly Council election results announced – mix of former Councillors and new faces to lead the Shire into the future

  The NSW Electoral Commission has declared the outcome of the September Local Government Elections, with a mix of former Councillors and new faces set to join popularly elected Mayor Matt Gould on Wollondilly Shire Council for the next four years.
  
  The four East Ward Councillors are Suzy Brandstater, Matthew Deeth, Paul Rogers and Benn Banasik. Hilton Gibbs, Jacqueline Jenson, Ally Dench and Trish Hill will represent the North Ward.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould has welcomed the incoming Councillors and than…

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• Expressions of Interest (EOI) - Bargo Waste Management Centre Closure - Principal Contraction

  EOI 2024/36 
  Description
  Wollondilly Shire Council operates the Bargo Waste Management Centre, situated on Lot 242 DP 751250 at 27 Anthony Rd, Bargo. This site has been in use since the late 1960s and is licensed to accept general solid waste (non-putrescible) and waste tyres for landfilling.
  
  Council is looking for an experienced and qualified Contractor to finalise detailed design and investigations, as well as carry out the construction work needed to close the landfill in line with EPA guide…

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• Expressions of Interest (EOI) - Sheehys Creek Road significant landslip remediation – Principal Contractor

  EOI 2024/35
  Description
  Sheehys Creek Road is a Council managed road to the west of Picton and forms the boundary between Oakdale and Lakesland.
  
  The focus site has been subject to several significant events between 2019 through to 2024. As a consequence of these events, the road condition has progressively worsened which has caused:
  
  a) Major down slope embankment failures resulting in partial loss of the road carriageway;
  b) Multiple upslope embankment destabilisations resulting in debris ent…

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• Tickets go live for the Wollondilly Performing Arts Centre!

  Tickets are now on sale for the first release shows at the brand-new Wollondilly Performing Arts Centre. The website went live today, featuring information about the gleaming new cultural hub and giving audiences their first opportunity to access online ticket sales for a range of exciting performances in the new venue.
  
  Patrons can go to the new website at www.wollondillypac.com.au to see what is coming up at the Performing Arts Centre, buy tickets or grab a membership package for discounted ti…

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