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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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• Proposed Naming of Roads - Development at 2 Major Roberts Avenue TAHMOOR NSW

  Roads Act, 1993 & Roads Regulation 2018, Part 2, Division 1Notice is hereby given that Wollondilly Shire Council, in pursuance of Clause 7 of the above regulation proposes to name the following road/s:
  
  DescriptionDevelopment at 2 Major Roberts Avenue TAHMOOR NSW – Lot 112 DP 1229771. 1 new road– DD010.2022.00000036.001
  
  WALLACE STREET, TAHMOOR
  
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  Proposed Road Name/s
  Road Name
  
  History/Name Origin
  
   
  
  WALLACE STREET
  
   
  
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• Public Exhibition of the draft Greater Macarthur Health and Wellbeing Strategy

  Council is inviting comments on the draft Greater Macarthur Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
  
  The draft Strategy seeks to put forward its position on the embedding of health and wellbeing in future development plans for Appin which was rezoned for delivering 12,900 dwellings by the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. The Greater Macarthur growth area, includes Appin and is planned for 20,000 new homes and approximately 68,900 additional people.
  
  This draft Strategy once adopted wil…

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• Full Steam Ahead for 2023 Thirlmere Festival of Steam

  It’s full steam ahead for the 2023 Thirlmere Festival of Steam, which will bring the village of Thirlmere to life on 18 and 19 March.
  
  The festival is once again being delivered by Wollondilly Shire Council and Transport Heritage NSW, operators of the NSW Rail Museum.
  
  Visitors can look forward to steam train rides aboard the State’s rail heritage collection, demonstrations from local artisans, and the colourful annual street parade.
  
  The iconic Huff n’ Puff race is making a long-awaited return…

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• Thousands expected to visit Thirlmere Festival of Steam this May

  The 2024 Thirlmere Festival of Steam is on track to bring Wollondilly’s village of Thirlmere to life on the weekend of 18 and 19 May 2024, with the fun continuing for the iconic Huff n’ Puff race on Sunday 26 May.
  
  The festival will once again be delivered by Wollondilly Shire Council in partnership with Transport Heritage NSW, operators of the NSW Rail Museum.
  
  Visitors can look forward to steam train rides aboard the State’s operational heritage fleet, demonstrations from local artisans, and t…

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• Thirlmere Festival of Steam makes a welcome return this March

  The village of Thirlmere will come alive with the welcome return of the much loved Thirlmere Festival of Steam this March.
  
  Building on 30 years of proud history, the new look festival will take place over two days and feature more steam locomotives than ever before.
  
  The festival is being delivered thanks to a new partnership between Wollondilly Shire Council and Transport Heritage NSW, operators of the NSW Rail Museum.
  
  Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould said, “We’re proud to be able to host the sta…

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• Buskers wanted to perform at Illuminate Wollondilly!

  With less than two weeks to go, Wollondilly is buzzing with anticipation for the Illuminate Festival of Art & Light in Picton on Saturday 21 May.
  
  Council is calling for expressions of interest from potential buskers and street performers to be a part of this vibrant festival.
  
  Wollondilly Mayor, Matt Gould said, “We are looking for acts such as acoustic guitar, vocals, drama, dance or mime.”
  
  “We really want the streets to come alive for this year’s festival, complementing the building proj…

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• BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair

  Wollondilly Shire Council was proud to host the first ever BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair on Sunday 30 October under sunny skies at the Picton Botanic Gardens.
  
  The event, which attracted over 2000 attendees on the day, featured over 30 market stalls from both local and visiting businesses specialising in outdoor, garden & plant products. The carpark transformed into Eat Street with a selection of Food Trucks and straw bales to sit and grab a bite to eat, while the Children’…

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• Request for Tenders - Kennedy Creek Appin Rehabilitation

  Tender No. 2020/43  
  
  Council invites tenders for the rehabilitation of Kennedy Creek, Appin.
  
  The scope involves the removal of weeds, reshaping and creation of a defined central channel over a 200m length between Toggerai and Church Streets in Appin.
  
  Landscaping consists of a suitable mown grass with some planting either side of the channel to improve maintainability and access for weeding of the channel.
  
  A shared path runs down the western side that requires deviation of the Toggerai Street…

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• Cull Your 'Stuff'

  By passing your second-hand or unused goods on to someone who will use them, you are both reducing the environmental resources required to satisfy our consumption as well as helping others.
  
  These days, giving away or selling your unused stuff couldn't be easier. From online sites through to garage sales and local charity clothing bins, there are loads of ways to give your unwanted stuff a new life.
  
  From an environmental perspective, recycling your second-hand goods extends the life of the…

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• Dilly Doggy Day Out

  Dilly Doggy Day Out 
  Join us at the Picton Sportsground for the return of the Dilly Doggy Day Out! This fun-filled event takes place on Sunday, 18 August from 9 am to 1 pm. Bring your furry friends along for a sunny day packed with activities.
  
  Highlights Include:
  
  Special guest Dr. Katrina Warren, alongside a panel of pet experts.
  A variety of stalls featuring pet merchandise, doggy treats, pet food, and more.
  Engaging animal education presentations.
  Plenty of activities for you and your pets t…

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• Celebrate the festive season at Wollondilly’s Christmas in the Gardens

  Wollondilly Council’s Christmas in the Gardens is back for a third time in 2021; featuring the popular twilight markets, an outdoor movie, a visit from Santa and a range of other family activities.
  
  The event will be held on Friday 10 December in the Picton Botanic Gardens, kicking off at 3pm with food and market stalls, face painting and Christmas Carols.
  
  Santa will be arriving for photos at 5pm, with instant prints available for an affordable rate of $5.
  
  The winners of the annual Wollondilly…

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• Bloom: Wollondilly’s First Garden Expo and Plant Fair

  Wollondilly Shire Council is calling all plant lovers and gardening enthusiasts to come along to BLOOM, Wollondilly’s first Garden Expo and Plant Fair.
  
  Council is thrilled to be hosting BLOOM on Sunday 30 October, from 10am - 4pm at the Picton Botanic Gardens, Regreme Road, Picton.
  
  With live entertainment, informative gardening workshops and demonstrations, and a Children’s Corner jam packed with activities and face painting, this is the perfect day out for friends and family.
  
  There will be a…

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• Christmas in the Gardens

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• Council calls for Australia Day Nominations in Wollondilly

  Council is calling for nominations of people who live and volunteer in Wollondilly, who would be worthy recipients of an Australia Day Award.
  
  As an added bonus, any person who nominates an individual or group for the Australia Day Awards 2023 will automatically be entered into the Nominator Incentive Draw, with over $500.00 worth of prizes to be won. 
  
  Nominators could win gift vouchers for some of Wollondilly’s favourite local restaurants and clubs, gifts from the Kids Cottage Picton, and much…

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