Message from the Mayor - 14 October 2026
Published on 14 October 2026
Good news: rezoning consultation extended
The NSW Government has extended the submission deadline for the public to have their say on its plans to rezone Woollahra and Edgecliff for 9,400 new apartments.
If you haven’t yet made a submission, make sure your voice is heard by 5pm, 30 October via the NSW Planning Portal. Don’t delay - have your say today!
To better understand what the proposed changes could mean for you and your local area, head to Have your say: NSW Govt's rezoning plans for Woollahra and Edgecliff to view an interactive 3D map showing the impacts of the government’s rezoning plans.
You can also read Council’s draft submission(PDF, 104MB) and download a guide(PDF, 210KB) to making your own.
Come along to German Cultural Day at the Goethe-Intitut in Woollahra this Saturday 17 October from 1pm-9pm. Entry is free. Proudly supported by a grant from Woollahra Council.
Join us for Small Business Month
Local small businesses are invited to join a free evening of networking, ideas and inspiration as part of Woollahra Council’s Doing Business in Woollahra series.
Hear from keynote speaker Alexandra Smart, a creative strategist, business leader and entrepreneur with more than 30 years’ experience across fashion, retail, media and professional services.
5.30pm-8pm, Woollahra Library at Double Bay. Drinks and canapés provided. Visit Small Business Month to book your spot.
Draft Public Art Guidelines for Developers
Woollahra Council is committed to supporting public art in the Woollahra Local Government Area that preserves, enhances and expands on the local identity.
We are inviting feedback on our draft Public Art Guidelines for Developers, which aim to provide direction to property developers while supporting the provision of high-quality, publicly accessible artworks that enhance the public domain and contribute to Woollahra’s sense of place.
Have your say by 28 October at Your Say Woollahra.
Woollahra is red, white and blue
Congratulations from everyone at Woollahra Council to the Sydney Roosters NRL and NRLW teams on their Grand Final wins - we are super proud that the eastern suburbs are now home to both the men’s and women’s premiers!