Wollondilly Shire Council

We found 112 search results

• Purchase energy efficient appliances

  Purchase energy efficient appliancesWhen investing in new office or workplace equipment and appliances, use the Energy Star® ratings (stars) to guide you to the most efficient products.
  
  The Energy Star® program of energy efficiency ratings was developed by the US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and adopted by the Australian Government as our standard rating system in 2006. The EPA estimates that the Energy Star program saved the US about $14 billion in energy costs in 2006 alone.
  
  Curr…

  Read more about "Purchase energy efficient appliances"...

• Wollondilly Council endorses planning changes to promote agritourism and support local farms

  Wollondilly Council has endorsed the inclusion of a series of amendments to the Wollondilly Local Environmental Plan 2011 to help promote agritourism in the Shire and build resilience in the farming sector.
  
  At Tuesday night’s meeting, Council adopted a number of changes which were proposed as part of the NSW Government’s Agritourism and Small-Scale Agriculture Development program.  
  
  The changes will make it easier for farmers to use their land in new and innovative ways to complement their exi…

  Read more about "Wollondilly Council endorses planning changes to promote agritourism and support local farms"...

• Liveability Funding to enhance community infrastructure in Wollondilly

  Wollondilly Council has been granted $13 million under the Western City Deal Liveability Fund which will go towards delivery of two major community infrastructure projects, the Wollondilly Community, Cultural and Civic Precinct redevelopment and upgrades to Tahmoor Sporting Complex.
  
  Mayor Matthew Deeth said, “Thanks to the collaboration of Commonwealth, State and 8 local governments we can do more than we’ve ever done for our community. This grant will enable us to build great new infrastructur…

  Read more about "Liveability Funding to enhance community infrastructure in Wollondilly"...

• Shire Hall Update - Kitchen & Amenities

  After a substantial amount of work, including restoration of some original features that were uncovered along the way, the Shire Hall Early Works program has been completed and we are moving into the next phase. Council has recently engaged a builder to construct a new kitchen and toilet amenities. These will be located on the library side of the main hall. The Council meeting chambers will also be relocated from the current Administration Building to the space formerly occupied by the Family Da…

  Read more about "Shire Hall Update - Kitchen & Amenities"...

• Illuminate Wollondilly Festival to return in 2022 bigger and brighter than ever

  The countdown is on for the highly anticipated return of the Illuminate Wollondilly Festival of Art & Light on 20, 21 & 22 May 2022.
  
  After almost three years of Covid-19 cancellations, Wollondilly Council is bringing the festival back, bigger and better than ever. With a range of events and activities happening over the three days, there will be something to entertain everyone.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould has welcomed the return of the festival, which has traditionally been one of the biggest eve…

  Read more about "Illuminate Wollondilly Festival to return in 2022 bigger and brighter than ever"...

• Koala Hotline

  The Wollondilly has been home to koalas since the Dreamtime and the story of the 'Clinging Koala and the Bunyip on the Wollondilly River.' The first recorded European sighting of a koala was in 1798 near Bargo by John Price.
  
  Since then koalas have been greatly impacted by the loss of habitat, disease and wild fires.
  
  The local koala populations are still present however they are very elusive and rarely seen. Wollondilly Council is running an annual monitoring program to understand whe…

  Read more about "Koala Hotline"...

• 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"...

• Stormwater Drainage Issues

  Stormwater Issues on private property are a common issue throughout NSW. Stormwater is rainwater that runs off surfaces such as lawns, roads, roofs, carparks and natural ground surfaces.
  
  Stormwater that is unable to enter the underground drainage system will find is natural way to the nearest watercourse via overland flow paths. The overland flow paths are typically natural depressions (that often occur through private property), open channels, roadways and public reserves.
  
  Property Owner’s Re…

  Read more about "Stormwater Drainage Issues"...

• Picton Parklands Plan to transform community recreational areas

  Wollondilly Council has adopted The Picton Parklands Plan of Management and Master Plan (including the Botanic Gardens); a 10+ year visionary document that will transform the area and provide significant benefits to the local community, sporting groups and facility users.
  
  Aiming to make the most of the open space and rural surroundings, the Plan of Management and Master Plan document will support future grant applications by Council and community groups and identify the management priorities of…

  Read more about "Picton Parklands Plan to transform community recreational areas "...

• Tree Fact Sheets

  Get to Know the Trees Around You Download our Tree Fact Sheets Council have a wide range of tree fact sheets available to help broaden your understanding of the trees located around you.Download fact sheets to find out more about tree information including: Mature height and width Flower colour Description Environmental requirements and what it looks like! If you're interested in understanding all trees, download the combined tree fact sheet below. Download Combined Fact Sheets All Tree Fa…

  Read more about "Tree Fact Sheets"...

• Massive tourism and events boost for Wollondilly as planning rules changed

  Wollondilly is becoming a year-round vibrant tourist destination, boosting the local economy by creating new jobs and income opportunities in the Shire thanks to changes to the local planning framework set to come into effect this Friday.
  
  “This is a huge win for our community, particularly our rural land owners, and means our Shire is open for business”, said Mayor Matt Gould. 
  
  Council has updated its planning controls to grow the visitor economy, enabling a more diverse range of development,…

  Read more about "Massive tourism and events boost for Wollondilly as planning rules changed"...

• All Abilities Play Space

  About All Abilities Play Space The Project As part of the Dudley Chesham Sportsground Masterplan, there will be a new all abilities play space. The construction for the playground should begin at the end of March 2023, weather permitting.The playground is funded under NSW Government's Public Spaces Legacy Program  Timeline Milestone Status Timeframe Request for Quotation Complete June 2022 - July 2022 Evaluation and Contract Awarded Complete July 2022 - October 2022 Site Mark…

  Read more about "All Abilities Play Space"...

• Domestic Waste Services

  Domestic Waste Services Collection Contract Processing and Disposal Contract Domestic Waste Services Domestic Waste Services Collection Contract Processing and Disposal Contract DOMESTIC WASTE SERVICE OverviewOne of every councils core functions is to provide a domestic waste collection and resource recovery service for residents. Councils provide this service differently depending on the priorities for their local communities.Wollondilly Shire Council provides a weekly red-lid a…

  Read more about "Domestic Waste Services"...

• Processing and Disposal Contract

  Domestic Waste Services Collection Contract Processing and Disposal Contract Processing and Disposal Contract Domestic Waste Services Collection Contract Processing and Disposal Contract Domestic Waste Processing and Disposal ContractsWe are partnering with the three other councils to make sure we get the best outcome and the best price on behalf of our communities. Waste costs are increasing considerably each year, due to the significant pressures on the waste processing sector…

  Read more about "Processing and Disposal Contract"...

• Wondering how your land valuation affects your rates?

  Property Values and Rates
  
  The NSW Valuer General provides a notice of valuation to property owners every three years and sends Council the new valuations.
  
  There are a few things that determine whether your land value changes including location, usability and any land improvements.
  
  The rates payable for individual rate assessments is worked out from the rateable valuation provided to Council by the NSW Valuer General combined with Council’s rate structure.
  
  Revaluations may result in the value…

  Read more about "Wondering how your land valuation affects your rates? "...