Join us for a magical evening at Christmas in the Gardens, hosted by Wollondilly Shire Council on Friday, 6 December, in the beautiful Picton Botanic Gardens.
Now celebrating its 6 year, this festive event promises a charming afternoon and evening featuring unique market stalls, delicious food, and family-friendly entertainment.
Enjoy photos with Santa, engage in craft activities, and sing along to Christmas carols as we celebrate the holiday season together!
Read more about the event here.
This holiday season, join Mayor Matt Gould in supporting families doing it tough in Wollondilly. Embrace the spirit of giving by donating unwrapped gifts for children (0-12 years), gift vouchers for teens (13-17 years), or non-perishable food items at one of the drop-off points.
Drop-Off Locations:
Council Administration Building
Children’s Services Building
Warragamba Silverdale Neighbourhood Centre
Community Links Wollondilly
Dilly Wanderer
Mobile Library
Donation Ideas:
Non-perishable foo…
Community News is a community newsletter which aims to provide you with an easy-to-read quarterly update to help keep you connected and informed about things that are happening across Wollondilly.
Through Community News you'll hear about what Council has been doing, such as updates on projects, road works or business improvements we have introduced. You'll also hear about what's ahead.
You can download a digital copy of the Community Newsletter here, or if you would like a hard…
Mayor Matt Gould has warmly welcomed the news that the Wollondilly Shire will soon have a new ambulance station, with the recent purchase of a site at Bargo by the NSW Government.
Minister for Health, Ryan Park MP announced in a statement on Monday that a site had been purchased at 150 Great Southern Road, after an evaluation by Health Infrastructure and NSW Ambulance. The new Bargo Ambulance Station will be built as part of the Government’s NSW Ambulance Infrastructure Program.
NSW Ambu…
Propagating your own plants from seed or cuttings can be a rewarding and cost effective way to spruce up your garden, improve diversity and provide food and habitat for local native insects and animals.
Have a chat with Council staff at the Wollondilly Community Nursery to find out tips on propagation and potting mixes, treating different seeds for dormancy, seed sowing and techniques for preparing cuttings.
Register here
Composting is nature’s way of recycling. Millions of compost critters live and feed on compost, breaking down the organic waste to return valuable nutrients back to the soil.
WHY SHOULD YOU COMPOST?
Over 50% of waste generated at home is organic matter which can be recycled.
Composting and worm farming is a cheap and easy way to reduce organic waste at home.
Compost returns vital nutrients back to the soil.
Composting is 100% natural and does not require any expensive artificial fertilis…
Applications should be made at least 4 weeks before funding is required.
Priority will be given to individuals experiencing financial hardship.
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Wollondilly Shire Council is collecting personal information from you on this form for the purpose of assisting the determination process of your application. This information is required by law and failure to provide the information may lead to rejection or delays of your application. At any time you have the right to access, view or…
The much-awaited Tahmoor District Sporting Complex – Phase 2 – Western sporting fields upgrade and carpark has officially been opened with a gathering of government and Council representatives, members from the 355 committee and sportsground users for a ribbon cutting.
Mayor Matt Gould along with The Hon. Mark Buttigieg and Judy Hannan MP, with Deputy Mayor Matthew Deeth, Cr Jacqueline Jenson and Cr Suzy Brandstater, acknowledged the importance of projects such as this as a huge asset to spo…
Preliminary Consultation
Michael Brown Planning Strategies Pty Ltd has lodged a draft planning proposal with Council to rezone land in Picton for commercial and general industrial uses. It is anticipated that this proposed rezoning will ultimately yield over 1,000 local jobs for Wollondilly.
The proposed changes include:
• Change in landuse zone from Rural Landscape (RU2) to Productivity Support (E3), General Industrial (E4) and Environment Conservation (C2)
• Change in…
Wollondilly Shire Council has identified an opportunity to improve the layout of Picton Sportsground, which is part of the Picton Parklands. This is thanks to the detailed design process for a grant funded project to develop additional multi-purpose fields at the sportsground. Proposed changes include:
Relocating the netball courts to the eastern side of the site and revising them as multi-purpose courts
Relocating the cricket wicket further to the eastern side for better drainage
Shifting the…
Wollondilly Tourism Connect is back for 2025!
If your Wollondilly business is directly or indirectly linked to tourism, this is your chance to network, collaborate, and gain fresh insights with the Wollondilly tourism community.
The event is free to attend, but RSVP is essential. To book, please click the button below.
What’s in store?
Gain insights from guest speakers, including Destination NSW
Explore information booths, including Service NSW & Visit Wollondilly
Take a behind-the-s…
Join Council staff to learn tips and tricks on growing seasonal vegetables at home. Creating a veggie garden at home or in your local community is a simple and effective way to reduce your impact on the environment. It will enable you to save money by growing and using the vegetables as you need and you'll also enjoy the taste of truly fresh food.
Only a handful of spots left, you must register to attend.
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.
Thirlmere Festival of Steam
Huff N Puff Road Race and Family Fun Run
National Sorry Day – Community Commemoration
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