Wollondilly Shire Council

We found 433 search results

• New Director for Shire Futures Welcomed to Wollondilly Council

  Following a competitive recruitment process, Wollondilly Council has appointed a new Director, Shire Futures.
  
  Martin Cooper will be leading the newly established Directorate with a key focus on future land use and infrastructure planning, together with job creation and protecting and enhancing the Wollondilly Shire.  
  
  CEO Ben Taylor said, “Mr Cooper joins Wollondilly with great demonstrated experience shaping places, having led the strategic planning for our neighbour Camden for many years, an…

  Read more about "New Director for Shire Futures Welcomed to Wollondilly Council "...

• Council’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan will create a more inclusive and accessible Wollondilly

  Wollondilly Council is committed to making the Wollondilly Shire a more inclusive and accessible place to live and work.
  
  At Tuesday night’s meeting, Council endorsed the Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2022-2026 to ensure ongoing support for people with disability and their carers to be involved fully in community life.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “With one in five people in Australia living with some form of disability, we want to make sure that that Council’s services, facilities and acti…

  Read more about "Council’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan will create a more inclusive and accessible Wollondilly"...

• Wollondilly Council seeks improvements to emergency funding process in submission to NSW Flood Inquiry

  In light of consecutive storm and flood events that have devastated the Shire in the past few years, Wollondilly Council has made a submission to the 2022 NSW Flood Inquiry, raising a number of concerns in relation to the support provided for local recovery.
  
  Although the State Government has pledged emergency relief support, Council has identified problems with the process for accessing the funding and the time it takes for payments to be made.
  
  The level of evidence required for a claim is ver…

  Read more about "Wollondilly Council seeks improvements to emergency funding process in submission to NSW Flood Inquiry"...

• Tender for Management and Operation of Wollondilly Shire Council’s Swimming Pools

  Tender 2022/06Description: Wollondilly Shire Council (WSC) is seeking Tenders from suitably qualified Contractors to manage and operate Wollondilly Shire Council’s Swimming Pools. The contract will give the prospective operator an opportunity to not only consolidate current results but also to further grow and develop the facilities membership and overall usage.
  
  Obtaining Documentation: Tender documents may be obtained electronically via the tenderlink website.
  
  Requests for Information/Technic…

  Read more about "Tender for Management and Operation of Wollondilly Shire Council’s Swimming Pools"...

• Community to benefit from new Park and Sportsground Upgrades as part of Council’s Operational Plan

  Residents of Wollondilly will be able to enjoy upgrades to many of their local parks and sportsgrounds in the coming year as part of Council’s newly adopted Operational Plan and Budget.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “With the health and wellbeing of the community a priority for Council, we want to make sure everyone in the Shire has access to outdoor spaces where they can exercise and socialise.”
  
  “It is great to see parks such as Telopea Park at Buxton evolving into a central hub for residents of all…

  Read more about "Community to benefit from new Park and Sportsground Upgrades as part of Council’s Operational Plan"...

• Entries Open for the 2022 Wollondilly Spring Garden Competition

  With Spring just around the corner, it’s time for the green thumbs of Wollondilly to put on their gloves and get ready for the 2022 Wollondilly Spring Garden Competition.
  
  The annual Garden Competition is a popular event on Council’s calendar, bringing together like-minded community members with a passion for gardening.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “Wollondilly Council has a long and proud history of conducting the Spring Garden Competition, which was established in 1990.”
  
  “We are one of the few loc…

  Read more about "Entries Open for the 2022 Wollondilly Spring Garden Competition"...

• New Director for Shire Services welcomed to Wollondilly Council

  Following a competitive recruitment process, Wollondilly Council has appointed a new Director, Shire Services.
  
  Peter Buckley will be leading the newly established Directorate with a key focus on excellence in operational service delivery including roads, parks and recreation, community services, waste & environment and capital project delivery.
  
  CEO Ben Taylor said, “Mr Buckley joins Wollondilly as an experienced customer-focused leader of high performing organisations, and one with a real…

  Read more about "New Director for Shire Services welcomed to Wollondilly Council"...

• Tender awarded for construction of Wollondilly’s new Performing Arts Centre

  Wollondilly Council has awarded the tender for construction of its new 375 seat Performing Arts Centre, the next exciting phase of the Wollondilly Cultural Precinct.
  
  Belmadar Pty Ltd will be bringing the vision for the Centre to life; building a state-of-the-art local venue for music, theatre, exhibitions and civic events, and giving a major injection into the cultural life of Picton and the wider Wollondilly area.
  
  Construction of the Performing Arts Centre is funded by grants and developer co…

  Read more about "Tender awarded for construction of Wollondilly’s new Performing Arts Centre"...

• R U OK? Brekkie to bring together Tradies, Businesses, State and Local Government

  Local tradies can enjoy a free breakfast, find out more about health and wellbeing, and celebrate their contribution to the region’s economy for R U OK? Day this year.
  
  The R U OK? Tradies’ Brekkie will be hosted by Wollondilly Shire Council, Picton Chamber of Commerce, Wingecarribee Shire Council and the Office of Nathaniel Smith, MP and will run from 5am to 9am on Thursday 8 September at Victoria Park, Menangle Street, Picton.
  
  This is an opportunity for tradies to catch up with each other as…

  Read more about "R U OK? Brekkie to bring together Tradies, Businesses, State and Local Government"...

• BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair

  BLOOM: Wollondilly garden expo & plant fAIR
  Thank you for joining us at BLOOM in 2024! We look forward to seeing you again next year. 
  
  For any questions, please contact the Council's Events Department on 02 4677 1100 or at events@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au.

  Read more about "BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair"...

• Sponsorship Expression of Interest

  If you are a business or individual interested in sponsoring the BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair, please see all available opportunities in the 2024 Sponsorship Prospectus. To submit your expression of interest, please complete the form below. 
  
  Sponsorship Applications Close: Monday, 22 October 2024
  
  Expression of Interest Form
  $UserDefinedForm

  Read more about "Sponsorship Expression of Interest"...

• Manage Rates

  View, manage and pay rates onlineLog in to our Customer Portal and connect your property to your account to view, manage and pay rates online.Read on to find out more or head to our Customer Portal to get started. Visit Customer Portal How it WorksIf you're a rate payer in Wollondilly Shire, you may view, manage and pay your rates online via our Customer Portal. Once you connect your account you will be able to: Pay your rates Set up a direct debit Download your last notice View payments y…

  Read more about "Manage Rates"...

• Mayoral Relief Fund to support families following tragic Buxton accident

  Wollondilly Shire Council has activated the Mayoral Relief Fund to provide financial support to the families directly affected by Tuesday night’s tragic accident at Buxton.
  
  The fund is now open for donations, with contributions going directly to the families and any additional funds raised providing funding towards youth mental health and driver safety campaigns.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “It has been an extremely difficult week for Wollondilly, with the community still coming to terms with the l…

  Read more about "Mayoral Relief Fund to support families following tragic Buxton accident"...

• Organising Community Events

  Wollondilly Community Events GuideTo host a successful event, planning and management must meet the necessary regulative provisions of Local and State Government. The Wollondilly Community Events Guide has been developed for organisers of events in the Wollondilly Shire under the guidance of the Event Starter Guide developed by the Office of Protocol and Special Events.The Wollondilly Events Guide is relevant for both existing and new events. Download Guide Event ApprovalsCouncil has made some…

  Read more about "Organising Community Events"...

• A new era for Wollondilly as Council welcomes new Executive Team

  Wollondilly Shire Council now has all of its executive team in place as part of a freshly implemented framework for the organisation, following the establishment of a newly elected Council in December 2021.
  
  Under the leadership of CEO Ben Taylor, the team is focussed on creating a high-performance organisation that will provide excellence in service delivery and build a great future for the growing Shire as it moves into a new era.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “Our focus is providing the best possib…

  Read more about "A new era for Wollondilly as Council welcomes new Executive Team "...