Wollondilly Shire Council

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• Community Participation Plan

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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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• Council seeks community input on the future of Waste Management in Wollondilly

  Wollondilly residents have been invited to share their thoughts on waste services, facilities and ways of reducing landfill as Council prepares to draft its Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy for 2025-30.
  
  The Future of Waste Management questionnaire will help Council determine current waste and recycling practices, evaluate attitudes towards current and potential future waste management and identify opportunities to reuse, repair and repurpose waste.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “We are…

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• DRAFT HEALTH AND WELLBEING STRATEGY ENDORSED FOR PUBLIC EXHIBITION

  The Greater Macarthur Health and Wellbeing Strategy has been endorsed for public exhibition at Tuesday night’s Council meeting, with community members now able to have their say on the strategy.
  
  The need for a social health and wellbeing strategy was identified in Council’s Operational Plan in response to the State Government’s rezoning of Greater Macarthur for urban development. This includes Appin in the Wollondilly Shire.
  
  With more than 20,000 new dwellings planned for Appin, the resident p…

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• Section 355 Management Committee Meeting - Douglas Park

  Would you like to use your skills and expertise to assist with the management and direction of valuable assets within our community?
  
  Section 355 Management Committees are volunteer groups appointed by Council to oversee the management of a community facility, such as a sportsground or hall. If you’re passionate about making Wollondilly even better together, then volunteering on a 355 Committee may be for you! Volunteers must be residents of the Wollondilly Shire.
  
  New 355 Committees Members wil…

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

  Wollondilly Shire Council has welcomed the findings of a performance audit on road asset management in local government published last week, with the positive results highlighting the strong performance of Council in this area.
  
   
  
  Roads have consistently been identified as the highest priority for the Wollondilly community, with Council working incredibly hard in recent years to improve the management of the Shire’s road assets and condition of the local road network.
  
   
  
  The NSW Audit Office h…

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• Mayor welcomes NSW Government announcement of support for Women's Refuge in Wollondilly

  Mayor Matt Gould has welcomed today’s announcement by the NSW Government that the Wollondilly Shire will be one of ten new regional locations where refuges will be delivered to support survivors of domestic and family violence.
  
   
  
  Funding for the refuge is part of $83.4 million which has been invested in the latest round of the Core and Cluster program, which aims to offer support to women and children escaping domestic and family violence.
  
   
  
  Mayor Gould said, “Sadly, the scourge of domestic…

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• Australia Day 2025

  Join us for a morning of fun, entertainment, and community spirit as Wollondilly celebrates Australia Day.
  
  Enjoy free activities for the whole family, including a rock climbing wall, giant screamer waterslide, Disney-themed jumping castle, Thomas the trackless train, live reptile shows, face painting, and airbrush tattoos. Kids under 12 can enjoy a complimentary soft serve ice cream, and everyone is welcome to a lamington (both while supplies last).
  
  The event also features:
  
  The Mayor’s Carp F…

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• Wollondilly’s 2025 Australia Day Ambassador Announced

  Chef, author and teacher Ms Promilla Gupta OAM has been announced as the 2025 Australia Day Ambassador for Wollondilly.
  
   
  
  Known for her love for cooking to bring people together, Promilla migrated to Australia with her husband in 1983, living in Whyalla for nearly 20 years before moving to Adelaide in 2002.
  
   
  
  Promilla has shared her love of food in a number of ways, from running a restaurant, writing books, teaching cooking and providing nutritious meals for newly arrived migrants and intern…

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• Wollondilly’s 2025 Australia Day Winners

  Wollondilly’s Australia Day Award winners have been announced in a ceremony as part of the annual celebrations in the Picton Botanic Gardens.
  
   
  
  This year’s Wollondilly Citizens of the Year are Annette and Rob Pearce, a husband and wife team who have contributed selflessly to their local community over many years.
  
   
  
  Annette and Rob are long-term Wollondilly residents and active members of numerous organisations both locally and Australia wide, including: Picton View Club, Fellow of Australia…

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• Joint Media Statement - Tahmoor Colliery

  Today Judy Hannan MP and Mayor of Wollondilly Matt Gould responded to announcements made regarding the future of Tahmoor Colliery. 
  
  Quotes from Judy Hannan MP:
  
  "I wrote this week to the Premier in concern regarding Simec Coal Tahmoor. Despite the transition away from coal as a power source, coking coal is still required for steel. The mine at Tahmoor is of a rich type of coal and is used for the creation of steel, necessary for building works across Australia.” 
  
  “Having confirmed anonym…

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• Thirlmere Community Hall - Have Your Say

  Come along to a pop-up kiosk to tell us what you think about the concept plans for a new community hall at Thirlmere.
  
  To have your say or to find out more, visit  Your Say Wollondilly
  
   

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• Oakdale Community Hall - Have Your Say

  Come along to a pop-up kiosk to tell us what you think about the concept plans for a new community hall at Oakdale.
  
  To have your say or to find out more, visit Your Say Wollondilly

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• Initiatives to improve Wollondilly’s night time economy under way

  Council is currently developing a range of initiatives to support the night time economy that will enhance social wellbeing, boost local businesses and provide jobs in the Wollondilly Shire.
  
   
  
  At Tuesday night’s meeting Council considered an overview of the work already undertaken, including the preparation of a Discussion Paper, and considered the way forward to create a thriving local night life
  
   
  
  Deputy Mayor Matthew Deeth said, “Most of us love a good night out, and our community membe…

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• International Women's Day

  International Women's Day Celebration
  When: Tuesday 18 March, 10:30am
  Where: Wollondilly Performing Arts Centre
  
  Join us for a free movie screening of WICKED to celebrate International Women’s Day. Enjoy a cuppa and cake while connecting with the community.
  
  This is a free event, but registration is required.
  
  Scan to register and find out more, or contact the Events Team at (02) 4677 9422 for more information.

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