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Celebrating our volunteers during Volunteer Week 2022
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National Volunteer Week is on 16 - 22 May 2022 and is the perfect opportunity to celebrate and recognise the dedication of our Woollahra Council volunteers and to say thank you. Find out about the different ways you can volunteer within Council.
Published 16 May 2022
Youth Photographic Award & Short Film Prize: Entries now open
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Now in its 28th year, The Youth Photographic Award and Short Film Prize celebrates and displays the creativity of local high school students. It provides an opportunity for young aspiring photographers and filmmakers to reach a broader audience and to win cash prizes of more than $2,000. ENTER NOW!
Published 5 May 2022
The single-use plastics on the banned list
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Single-use plastics may be cheap and convenient, but the cost to the environment is enormous. The NSW Government has announced a ban on certain single use plastic products starting from 1 June 2022. Here's what you need to know.
Published 20 May 2022
Be Brave. Make Change. National Reconciliation Week 2022
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National Reconciliation Week - which runs from 27 May to 3 June 2022 - is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Published 19 May 2022
Message from the Mayor 18 May 2022
Message from the Mayor
May 16 - 22 is Volunteer Week, which gives us a great opportunity to celebrate and recognise the dedication of our Woollahra Council volunteers.
Published 18 May 2022
You can now pay for parking on your phone with Park'nPay
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It's now easier than ever to pay for metered parking. The NSW Government’s Park‘nPay mobile phone app is available for all parking meters within the Woollahra Municipality. The app provides increased flexibility in paying for a parking space in metered parking areas.
Published 16 May 2022
Paddington Library celebrates 130 years
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Book in to help us celebrate a significant milestone as Paddington Library is turning 130. Library and community members are invited to a special birthday event on Sunday 15 May, featuring a kids’ scavenger hunt, live music, 3D printing demonstration, robotics and VR experiences, local history activities and information and CAKE!
Published 10 May 2022
Recycle your old batteries at the library
Environment
To help you dispose of batteries responsibly, we’re trialling a new battery recycling bin at Woollahra Library at Double Bay.
Published 28 April 2022
Don't miss People of Rose Bay - a FREE open-air portrait exhibition - on until 13 May
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People of Rose Bay, a FREE open-air portrait photography exhibition hosted by Woollahra Council, showcases the faces and stories behind Rose Bay businesses. Open until 13 May
Published 21 April 2022
Woollahra Council announces domestic violence support package
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Woollahra Council today announced funding for a significant support package for local victims of domestic violence.
Published 30 March 2022
Connect with your community on Neighbour Day 2022
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Neighbour Day, which is on Sunday 27 March 2022, is Relationships Australia’s social connection campaign that encourages people to reach out and make sustainable connections with those around them.
Published 21 March 2022
The Wooltones sing again...and you can join them
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The Woolltones almost became a COVID casualty but through sheer determination, hard work and passion, this dedicated Woollahra Community Choir is singing once again. Find out how you can join.
Published 18 March 2022
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