The draft Shire Wide Flood Study uses the latest topographic data and modelling techniques, as well as local knowledge, in an effort to better understand the nature and extent of flooding across the Wollondilly Shire.
In the previous round of consultation, Council asked the community to share their knowledge of flooding history and rainfall amounts in Wollondilly and received a significant amount of helpful information. That input has helped inform the detailed flood modelling to produce flood…
An unprecedented six months of extreme wet weather in 2022, on top of major storm events in 2020 and 2021, have significantly impacted Wollondilly’s 870km road network. Day after day Council crews and contractors continue to work tirelessly to repair the damage, only for the waterlogged soil and ongoing rain to undo their efforts.
The ongoing damage caused to the roads and the fact that the organisation has been in emergency road repair mode since the beginning of 2022 was highlighted at Tuesda…
In late 2019 and early 2020 bushfires devastated large areas of NSW, including the Wollondilly Shire, causing significant damage to communities, infrastructure and the environment.
In response, Wollondilly Council has applied for funding to assist affected residents remove dangerous trees through the Australian Government’s Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program.
The Wollondilly Dangerous Tree Removal Community Grants Program provides one-off financial assistance for 50 residents to app…
Wollondilly Council has renewed its calls for the NSW Government to review and reclassify key regional roads as State roads, so it takes over management of these busy main roads and enables Council’s limited funds to be focussed on local road repairs.
Council is investing more money, resources and time than ever before to fix the Shire’s 870km road network following six months of wet weather, storms and flooding. Unfortunately, a large portion of Council’s limited roads budget is continuing to…
Council’s draft Delivery Program, Operational Plan and Capital Works Program (2026-2027) will be considered at this month’s Council meeting, with towns right across the Shire soon to benefit from new facilities.
While roads are the immediate top priority for Wollondilly, the community has also expressed a desire for Council to invest in major infrastructure, including new community and sporting facilities.
Council is investing a total of $45.8M in capital works across the Shire for the next fi…
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…
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…
Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould has once again called on the NSW Government to abandon its proposal to raise the Warragamba Dam Wall by up to 17 metres.
Wollondilly Council has been opposing the State Government’s plan to raise the Warragamba Dam wall since 2018, and has previously campaigned with Blue Mountains Council to give a voice to the issue.
The area that would be inundated as a consequence of the proposed raising of the existing Warragamba Dam wall is almost entirely located within the W…
In response to community feedback, Wollondilly Council’s newly adopted 2022/23 Operational Plan and Budget prioritises the Shire’s road network and also focusses on community infrastructure, planning for growth, local economic development, and improving organisational performance.
Mayor Matt Gould said, “This plan outlines how Council will continue to deliver important ongoing services for the Wollondilly community in the year ahead in order to deliver better outcomes for everyone.”
“It is imp…
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…
Wollondilly Council has voted not to support a draft planning proposal at Woodbridge Road Menangle, which would see rezoning of land to allow for significant expansion of the Menangle village.
The draft planning proposal was submitted to Council in April, requesting amendments to the Wollondilly Local Environmental Plan 2011 to enable the development of No. 65 Woodbridge Road, Menangle, known as Mount Taurus.
Before considering its position, Council held a preliminary round of consultation dur…
At Tuesday night’s meeting, Wollondilly Council voted to endorse the North Wilton Neighbourhood Plan No.1, after
changes were made to the plan by the proponent in response to community and Council feedback.
The Neighbourhood Plan has established a set of design and sustainability principles for the area aimed at achieving a 6-Star Green Star Communities rating; including adopting Water Sensitive Urban Design principles and mitigation against the urban heat island effect through enhanced tree ca…
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"...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…
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"...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