Wollondilly Shire Council

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• Wollondilly Council welcomes mobile tower at Wilton and calls for better connections across the Shire

  Wollondilly Council has welcomed the switching on of a new mobile tower at Wilton and called on the Federal Government to work with them to continue to improve digital connectivity across the Shire.
  
  The Wilton area has long been a black spot in terms of mobile phone coverage with drivers travelling along Picton Road also experiencing their phones dropping out as they pass through the area.
  
  Mayor Robert Khan said, “Residents in Wilton have waited many years for mobile coverage, so it is great t…

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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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• Ask Us Your Roads Related Question

  Ask the EngineersA big focus for Council is fixing our roads. If you have a question about our road strategy and the work we are doing, submit it below. We will be answering all questions through a series of Facebook posts and eNewsletters. So make sure you are following us online to hear the answer.
  
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• Fire Affected Tree Removal

  Fire Affected Tree Removal on Private Land There are several ways to remove fire affected trees on private land.
  
  1. Trees in imminent Danger of FallingIf trees are in imminent danger of falling and causing damage to life or property, the State Emergency Service (SES) should be contacted on 132 500 or engage a qualified arborist. Evidence should be collected in the form of photos and provided to council as soon practical after the danger has been addressed.
  
  2. Tree Removal RequestTree removal r…

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• Council welcomes bushfire recovery grant for wildlife and habitat projects

  Wollondilly Council has welcomed over $50,000 worth of funding from the Federal Government to support wildlife and habitat recovery following last year’s bushfires.
  
  Council was successful in its grant application for projects involving seed collection, processing, propagation and storage as well as community workshops to discuss bushfire resilient strategies for homes and private properties.
  
  Council will be partnering with Greening Australia and NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) in the delivery of…

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• Bridge Closure at Prince Street highlights need for Picton Bypass

  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…

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• Community members to have their say on Landcom’s first Neighbourhood Plan for North Wilton

  Landcom’s draft North Wilton Neighbourhood Plan No.1 is now on exhibition, with community members invited to have their say on how the new neighbourhood will look and what will be included.
  
  This concept is aiming for a 6 Star Green Star Community rating and includes 750 dwellings with a range of lot sizes plus local facilities such as a school, playing field, and public open spaces.
  
  This is part of a series of neighbourhood plans that will be developed for different areas of North Wilton. Thes…

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• Construction of a Multi-Purpose Building with Amenities and Associated Works for Tahmoor Sports Complex

  Request for Tender 2021/21This Tender is for the Construction of a new two storey multi-purpose building to provide meeting and function rooms, amenities facility including utility services, and external works such as new entry road, new electrical sub-station, water mains, sewer connection, landscaping and all other associated works. Council (the Principal) is seeking Tenders from appropriately qualified, licensed and experienced Tenderers only for the procurement of the works and services abov…

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• Picton to Tahmoor Cycleway Construction

  Request for Tender 2021/31This Tender is for the provision of construction of a 2.4km cycleway between Tahmoor and Picton. The cycleway will link the pedestrian bridge crossing Myrtle Creek, Tahmoor to Wonga road, Picton. Construction will include earthworks, stormwater installations, light pole relocation, concrete works and cycleway paving, asphalt works, timber bridge rehabilitation, retaining wall installation, fencing and line marking.
  Council (the Principal) is seeking Tenders from appropr…

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• Teach energy efficient driving

  Teach energy efficient drivingTeach your staff the art of eco-driving and reduce your fleet’s fuel consumption by 10-20 percent per annum. Every year.
  
  Driving isn’t great for the planet, but many businesses don’t have much choice. Luckily, by making a few simple changes to the way that you drive you can use less petrol to go the same distance – which means less greenhouse gas emissions and less money spent.
  
  In Victoria, a study undertaken for Environment Victoria by RMIT University students fo…

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• The Wollondilly Summer Beach Bus prepares to hit the road again in January 2022

  Relief from the heat of summer is at hand with the Wollondilly Summer Beach Bus providing a free hop on, hop off bus service from Wollondilly to the beach again in January 2022.
  
  The highly popular service is entering its ninth year of operation as result of a strong partnership between Wollondilly Shire Council, Picton Buslines and SIMEC Mining.
  
  During the hottest part of summer, the Beach Bus offers Wollondilly residents free travel to North Wollongong Beach from various stops across the Shir…

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• Tahmoor Sporting Complex is one step closer to becoming a top tier sporting facility

  The construction of a new two storey multi-purpose amenities building at Tahmoor Sporting Complex is set to commence in December 2021.
  
  The building is another step towards delivering more modern and user-friendly sporting facilities at Tahmoor to provide a top tier facility that will be utilised by the Wollondilly community.
  
  Wollondilly Shire Council Chief Executive Officer, Ben Taylor said “We have worked with the community to come up with a sensational master plan for the Tahmoor Sporting Co…

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• Request for Tenders - Parks & Facilities Mowing

  Tender No. 2022/01Description: Wollondilly Shire Council is seeking Tenders for its Parks and Facilities Mowing Contract. The works will involve grass cutting, trimming and rubbish removal in the public Streetscapes, nature strips, cemeteries, roadside intersection, Council property and road reserves.  The resulting contract will be a Schedule of Rates Contract. 
  
  Obtaining Documentation: Tender documents may be obtained electronically via the tenderlink.com website.
  
  Requests for Information: P…

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• Mayor welcomes WestInvest funding for projects in Wollondilly

  Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould has welcomed the State Government’s announcement that Wollondilly will receive funding under the new WestInvest program.
  
  The $5 billion program will fund transformational infrastructure projects that aim to enhance communities and help create jobs, with the funding being distributed through three main channels.
  
  Wollondilly is one of 15 councils in Sydney’s west and south-west who will share in $400 million, and will directly receive between $20-$35m for projects in…

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• Long Table Dinner will be part of Illuminate 2022 celebrations

  As part of the highly anticipated return of the Illuminate Wollondilly Festival of Art & Light this May, residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a long table dinner in the Picton Botanic Gardens.
  
  The Gardens will come to life with lights and a spectacular illuminated sculpture and lantern display on Friday 20 May, with the long table dinner taking centre stage under the Avenue of Trees.
  
  Attendees will be treated to a four-course dinner served by The Chef and I, accompanied by beverages…

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