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Message from the Mayor - 2 September 2026

Published on 02 September 2026

I was so pleased to present a Tree Champion certificate to students at Bellevue Hill Public School on 24 August, to acknowledge the initiative the school has taken in planting trees.

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HSC Support: Free tutoring, extended hours, massages & more

Published on 27 August 2026

The Woollahra Library at Double Bay is the hottest spot in town to study, with extended hours, free drop-in tutoring and HSC support activities like massages for sore hands.

Tagged as: , Community, Youth and families, Health and wellbeing, Library

2026 Youth Photographic Award and Short Film Prize winners announced

Published on 26 August 2026

Intriguing imagery, evocative creativity and insightful storytelling is showcased in the winning entries from student photographers and filmmakers in Woollahra Council’s 2026 Youth Photographic Award and Short Film Prize.

Tagged as: , Arts & Culture

Free rehearsal spaces for HSC students

Published on 26 August 2026

Are you preparing for an upcoming HSC practical performance exam and looking for somewhere to rehearse? Woollahra Council is offering free rehearsal space for HSC students at selected Council venues from 25 August to 18 September 2026.

Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Youth and families

Council shares alternative to Govt rezoning for Woollahra & Edgecliff

Published on 13 August 2026

In response to NSW Government rezoning for 10,000 new apartments in Woollahra and Edgecliff, Woollahra Council has released a realistic alternate approach based on liveability and good urban design.
Register now to attend the Community Information Session - Thurs 10 Sept, 6pm.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Planning & Building, Woollahra, Edgecliff

2026 Finalists Revealed for the 25th Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize

Published on 10 August 2026

Woollahra Council proudly announces the finalists for the 25th anniversary of the Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize. This year's finalists will be on display at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf in a free exhibition running from 2 Oct - 29 Nov 2026, with all sculptures on sale to the public.

Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration, Woollahra Gallery

It's a Symphony of Stories with Book Week 2026

Published on 06 August 2026

Join us for a great range of story times, dress ups and craft activities to celebrate Book Week (22 - 28 August) at Woollahra Libraries.

Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Youth and families, Library

What's on during National Science Week

Published on 04 August 2026

National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology, taking place from Saturday 15 August to Sunday 23 August.
Woollahra Libraries are running a number of fun science themed events for all ages. Don't miss out!

Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Things to do, Youth and families, Library

Booking our community spaces just got easier

Published on 01 August 2026

We are pleased to announce the launch of a new online booking and payments system for Council-managed community spaces, making it easier than ever for our customers, clubs and organisations to find and book local facilities.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Community

City2Surf 2026 road closures and clearways

Published on 24 July 2026

Significant road closures and extensive parking restrictions will be in place along and surrounding the course on event day (Sunday 9 August). Please plan ahead and familiarise yourself with the road closures and clearway timings and locations.

Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Public Notices, Community, Traffic

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