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The Community Grants Program provides funding towards community projects, events and small capital equipment purchases to support community organisations and groups operating within the Wollondilly Local Government Area for the benefit of local communities. The Community Grants Program will…
Wollondilly residents can now manage and track their own customer service requests online thanks to a new customer service portal launched today.
This will mean requests are actioned quicker and residents will be updated in real time as Council acts on the request.
Once logged in, customers can also see if issues in their area such as fallen trees or potholes have already been reported by other residents. The system will assist in making Council staff mindful of problems which are causing the…
Wollondilly Council is hosting a tree planting day for Sydney Water staff this Friday, 19 February to assist with the restoration of bushland along Racecourse Creek at Picton Sportsground.
The project will establish 500 trees and 1500 shrubs and grasses to help restore the habitat for the endangered ecological community in the area.
Mayor Robert Khan noted, “It is fantastic to see Council and Sydney Water working together to look after our local bushland.”
“I’m particularly proud to see that…
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…
“I would like to reassure community members that Council is not changing our policy or approach to dog breeding across the Shire.
Council has always adopted a common sense approach to the management and control of animal breeding, based upon fairness and an understanding that this is a recreational hobby enjoyed by many residents.
Ultimately the NSW Government sets the rules on what’s allowable and of course our approach must be balanced against the legislative requirement for Council to invest…
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…
Wollondilly Council is considering the feasibility of providing water play facilities in the future to allow for interactive play and cooling down during the Shire’s warm summer months.
Council is asking residents to check out the Feasibility Report and take a quick survey to provide feedback on the potential facilities to help guide future planning.
Wollondilly Mayor Robert Khan said, “Water play facilities are becoming increasingly popular. Council recognises the value of these family-friend…
Tender number 2021/08The Old Post Office building is located on the corner of Argyle and Menangle Street’s, Picton.
Council is repurposing the building to create a Smart Hub for the community. The Smart Hub will provide a centrally located facility for small business, start-up businesses, community groups and minor events.
This Tender is for repairs and alterations to the Old Post Office building and for the creation of the Smart Working Hub.
The project is to be priced as 2 x separable porti…
This week’s closure of the historic Victoria Bridge on Prince Street for upgrades by Transport for NSW has once again highlighted the urgent need for a bypass to allow traffic to flow freely through the Picton town centre.
Wollondilly Council on behalf of its residents has set up a petition with the support of State Member for Wollondilly Nathaniel Smith, calling on the NSW Government to commit to, fund and deliver a road bypass for Picton.
A bypass would address the traffic chaos which occurs…
Wollondilly Council is now seeking feedback on its draft annual Operational Plan and Budget, which focuses on the key areas of roads, jobs, customer experience and organisational performance.
The annual Operational Plan is being delivered as part of a one year extension to the current Delivery Program, which will now stretch to 2022 following the impacts of Covid-19 and the decision by the Office of Local Government to add one year to the term of the sitting Councillors.
Mayor Robert Khan said…
Request for Tender 2021/19The Wollondilly Shire Council is developing a Master Plan in the Picton town centre to create a new Community, Cultural and Civic Precinct to provide a vibrant and inviting place to meet dwell which includes improved community facilities such as a multi-purpose Theatre, new Library and Village Green. To achieve this some existing buildings and services need to be relocated including the existing RFS building on the corner of Colden and Menangle St.
This Tender is for t…
Wollondilly Council recognises the need for government agencies to work together to provide a secure water supply for residents, businesses and farmers in the growing Wollondilly Shire, now and into the future.
Council will be hosting a Water Symposium on Wednesday 19 May from 6pm-7.30pm, at the Council Chambers and via Zoom, to outline how water supply will be provided for our growing region and answer community questions on this important topic.
A panel of representatives from Sydney Water,…
Wollondilly Council is seeking feedback from the community to gain a clear understanding of local connectivity issues, to help Council advocate for better infrastructure and services to the Federal government, government agencies and telecommunications companies.
As a peri-urban Shire on the fringe of Greater Sydney, Wollondilly connects to the internet through a mix of technologies. Some homes and businesses access fixed line connections, while others use fixed wireless, satellite, or mobile…
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…
From 6pm today (26 June 2021) current stay at home orders for Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast and Wollongong will be extended until 11:59pm Friday, 9 July 2021. This extension applies to Wollondilly.
In light of this announcement, Council will continue to provide all services that are possible under the NSW Health Public Health Orders and keep the community updated of any new developments.
Our Customer Service Centre will continue to be available via phone on 4677 1100 or ema…
Wollondilly Mayor Robert Khan will be hosting a Hollywood themed Dinner Theatre Show on Saturday 31 July at Camden Valley Inn* to raise money for the expansion of the We Are Men campaign, supporting men’s mental health in Wollondilly.
Following a challenging 18 months which included bushfires, floods and Covid-19, mental health has become an even more vital issue in the Wollondilly Shire.
While mental health impacts everyone, men are a lot less likely to talk about the way they are feeling and…
Café Connect - Safety Brew A Cuppa with Your Local Fire Crew
Thirlmere Festival of Steam
Huff N Puff Road Race and Family Fun Run
Picton Sportsground Amenities extension now complete
Council welcomes announcement of promised second High School for Wollondilly – opening in 2027
Bushfire Danger Period comes to a close