As part of Council's commitment to improved stormwater infrastructure maintenance and healthy catchments; a Stormwater Management Charge (SMC) for residential and business premises has been implemented as part of the 2010/11 to 2015/16 Council Management Plan.
The NSW Government introduced legislation in 2006 to enable all local councils to apply a stormwater management charge to residential and business properties, where Council supplies a stormwater service for new and/or additional stor…
A Development Application has been received by Wollondilly Shire Council to use the following land:
Property: 12 Clintara Crescent, Razorback – Lot: 9 DP: 1063316
For the Purpose of: Construction of Retaining Wall
Applicant: Mr A J Austin
Consent Authority: Wollondilly Shire Council
The Development Application is a Nominated Integrated Development under Clause 5(1)(b) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations 2000.
Approva…
The Development Application is a Nominated Integrated Development under Clause 5(1)(b) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations 2000.
Approval for the proposed development is required from the NSW Office of Water under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979, in respect of an approval under Section 91 of the Water Management Act, 2000 and from the NSW Rural Fire Service under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979, in respect to a Bushfire Safety Authori…
This is a notice in accordance with Clause 22 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000. Council at its Ordinary meeting held on Monday 16 November 2015 resolved to support amendments to Wollondilly Development Control Plan (2011 or 2015). These amendments relate to the Clearview Planning Proposal for land at Lots 21, 36 & 37 DP 751287 and Lots 1 & 2 DP 1079669 and Lot 1 DP 1058734 (No’s 664,
740 & 760 Thirlmere Way and 25 Star Street, Picton). The Council also re…
Wollondilly Shire Council at its Ordinary meeting held on Monday 16 November 2015 resolved to exhibit draft amendments to Wollondilly Development Control Plan 2011 or 2015 (WDCP 2011 or 2015). These draft amendments relate to the Montpelier Drive Residential Land Planning Proposal site at 780-790 Montpelier Drive, The Oaks being Lot 601 DP 735032 and Lot 1 DP 1043567. The draft amendments are being publically exhibited in accordance with Clause 18 of the NSW Environmental Planning and Assessment…
Read more about "Draft Amendments to Wollondilly DCP - Montpelier Drv, The Oaks"...Local Planning PanelWollondilly Shire Local Planning Panel (LPP) consists of independent qualified individuals, responsible for the determination of development applications and provide advice on planning proposals. Meetings are generally held on the first Thursday of each month commencing at 3.30pm within Council Chambers in the Wollondilly Shire Hall 44-60 Menangle Street, Picton.
Anyone who has lodged a submission to an application being considered by the LPP, will be notified of the date a…
By managing your domestic stormwater, you can reduce polluting the waterways we love to swim in, fish and simply enjoy.
The catchment area of our local rivers and waterways includes our houses, gardens, driveways and lawns. The stormwater system uses the gutters, drains, pipes and rivers to quickly remove water from residential and business areas so as to avoid flooding and the resultant damage this incurs.
When the stormwater system is in use (i.e. during a storm), any litter, debris and othe…
By purchasing second-hand goods from an opportunity shop, you are supporting a charity, getting a bargain and reducing the resources required to satisfy your consumption needs.
From eBay to the trading post, garage sales to the local op shop, there are a host of ways to grab a second-hand bargain. The common adage that a new car loses 20 per cent of its value when you drive it off the lot applies even more so to most other goods. By getting into second-hand gear you'll save thousands of do…
Australian households dispose of thousands of dollars of food each year. Discover some sustainable ways of disposing of food waste.
Food Composting and Educational Sites
Food Wise
Food Wise provides some amazing tips, tricks and information about reducing food waste. Food Wise provides information on seasonal foods, composting, fair trade and more.
If you find you don't know what to do with left over food, Food Wise also houses some amazing recipes to use up your leftover foods. The fo…
Picton cemetery is located between Dunlop Place & Wild Street in Upper Picton. Picton Cemetery is one of the oldest cemeteries in the area containing graves dating back to the 1800's. The new section provides for interment in general (non-denomination) lawn beams and interment of ashes within the Remembrance Wall or Memorial Wall. The older monumental section is at full capacity and is only available for existing reservations.
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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…
Wollondilly Council will consider the concept design for an exciting new performance space in Picton, part of the Wollondilly Community Cultural and Civic Precinct, at its next Council meeting.
The Performing Arts Centre is a 350 seat multi-format performance venue to be delivered in Stage 1 of the master plan for the Precinct, which has become a reality with the help of funding from the Western Sydney City Deals Liveability program.
Mayor Robert Khan said, “The new auditorium will deliver mod…
Proposed changes to the Community Participation Plan (CPP) are designed to reduce the time and cost of minor, low-risk, complying development applications
Complex applications and those that are sensitive or involve potential significant impacts will continue to be publicly exhibited.
The Community Participation Plan (CPP) provides the community with a clear process of how and when Council will engage with the community in relation to proposed development and plan making across the Shire, incl…
Following a long tradition in Wollondilly, Council is pleased to announce that entries for the 2020 Christmas Lights Competition are now open.
Established in 1998, the Christmas Lights Competition has been held annually for more than twenty years, with residents from right across the Shire lighting up their homes and businesses to embrace the Christmas spirit.
Mayor Robert Khan said, “2020 has been an unforgettable year for all of us. This is the perfect opportunity to take some time out to en…
Roads Act, 1993 & Roads Regulation 2018, Part 2, Division 1
Notice is hereby given that Wollondilly Shire Council, in pursuance of Clause 7 of the above regulation proposes to name the following road/s:
Proposed Name: Shearer Avenue, Wilton
Description: A new road adjoining Greenbridge Drive (to the North) and Hornby Street (to the South), Wilton NSW
Commemorative Naming:Peter Shearer was a long term member of the NSW Rural Fire Services (RFS) and a great leader wi…
Review finds no risk to community safety from Sportsground Parade Appin works
WOLLONDILLY MAYOR WELCOMES PLANS FOR NEW AMBULANCE STATION AT BARGO
Council supports name for new park at Appin