We are calling all plant lovers and gardening enthusiasts to come along to BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair on Sunday 3 November, from 8am – 2pm at the Picton Botanic Gardens, Regreme Road, Picton.
The Expo will feature a main stage with live entertainment, informative gardening workshops and demonstrations throughout the day, including the announcement of the Spring Garden Competition winners for 2024!
BLOOM will also welcome an array of market stalls specialising in gardening…
Wollondilly Shire Council has initiated a draft Planning Proposal to make it easier for property owners to undertake horticultural activities in the Wollondilly Local Government Area, by introducing fast-tracked planning approval pathways.
At its February meeting, Council voted to progress the proposed amendments to the Wollondilly Local Environmental Plan 2011 and endorse the draft Proposal, which will now be submitted to the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Industry with a request for…
Applications Approved in accordance with the provisions of Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and Clause 97 of the Regulation, Notification is given that the undermentioned developments have recently been granted. Any public submissions received were carefully considered by Wollondilly Shire Council as part of the assessment of the subject application. Details of the applications and a copy of the consent together with any conditions attached is available for public vi…
Read more about "June 2024 Applications Approved"...Join the Australian Wildlife Sanctuary for a spooky night of Owloween Fun in the Dilly!
Get ready for a frightfully fun time and celebrate Owloween over two nights!
Dates: Friday 25 October & Saturday 26 October 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Highlights of the Event:
Up close and personal encounters with native wildlife
Special Halloween-themed activities and entertainment
Food and drinks available for purchase
Don't miss out on this unique and thrilling experience! Bring your family…
The Local Government Act requires all rateable parcels of land to be categorised for rating purposes into one of the four below rating categories based on the dominant use of the land:
Residential
Farmland
Business
Mining
You can request a change in category for rating purposes by completing the below application form. If making application for categorisation as Farmland for rating purposes, please use the Application for Classification of Land as Farmland for Rating Purposes form.
Application…
Wollondilly Shire Council provides opportunities to support the community to gain work experience for career development when possible.
We receive a large number of requests for work experience, so our work experience opportunities are aimed mainly at students currently studying.
Work experience opportunities are available in the following areas of Council:
Administration
Animal Holding Facility
Building Approvals
Surveying
Business Administration
Child Care
Civil Construction
Customer Servic…
The Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) framework is a legislated requirement that all councils develop a suit of strategic plans that help guide the activities and service levels of an organisation towards the vision articulated by the community.
In summary, it is business planning that aligns to the community’s priorities and expectations of service levels.
This form may be used to request a change in the categorisation of your land for rating purposes. If making application for categorisation as Farmland for rating purposes, please use the Application for Classification of Land as Farmland for Rating Purposes Form.
Application can also be made by submitting an Application for Change in Category of Land for Rating Purposes form to Council.
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Help spread the word about actions we can all take to reduce our impact on the environment.
It is easy to feel that you're the only one trying to live sustainably, but as you talk to more people, you’ll find that many of us are on the same path. We are all teachers and we are all learners, so share what you know with others and you might just be rewarded by discovering something new yourself!
The more we promote sustainable living, the easier it will be to build sustainable communities.…
Keeping our fragile coastal ecosystems healthy and vibrant preserves the unique natural beauty of Australia.
Since the 1970’s, many coastal regions of this country have been regenerated from bare rock walls and flat sand to the diverse sand dunes and functioning ecosystems of today. Healthy meadows of sea grass reach out from the coast supporting further vibrant ecosystems under the water.
These natural assets and features of our local environment make Australian coastal areas a great place to…
See a list of common questions in regards to the Tree Management Application.
Lodging a Tree Management ApplicationWhen is a Tree Management Application Needed?You must complete a Tree Management Application (linked below) and pay the relevant fee to get a permit for managing trees. The fees are in accordance with Council's fees and charges 2023/24 (updated each financial year).
You will need approval if:
The tree(s) is not on Council's Exemption List (See FAQ's below for fu…
The Dilly YAC (Youth Advisory Committee) are a group of youth in Wollondilly who meet every month to plan events and organise activities for youth in the Shire.
Welcome to the Dilly YAC!
Welcome to the Dilly YAC page! We’re a group of volunteers that represent local young people like you!
We meet every month, in person, or online to chat about local youth issues, plan our upcoming events and organise great things for young people in the area.
We organise fun local events like youth week,…
Permit to Exceed Sign Posted Load Limit
Existing 'No Trucks' load limit restrictions are in place as the axle loads of trucks constitutes a significant factor in pavement stress, contributing to accelerated wear of the surface, fatigue cracking and pavement deformation.
In exceptional circumstances – Council may issue a permit to a specific vehicle with a genuine need for such a permit. On receipt of an application, due consideration will be given to the request. Allow for ten (10)…
Spring Garden Competition 2024
Walk It Off - Warragamba 2024
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Picton to Tahmoor Shareway - now complete
Barrallier Park Water Play Unveiled