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We can all work together to help reduce the spread of COVID-19
Community
The NSW Government has announced stay at home restrictions for Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Wollongong and Shellharbour until 11.59pm on Friday 30 July. From 11.59pm on Saturday 17 July COVID-19 restrictions were tightened. Please regularly check updates from NSW Health and follow public health order requirements. Mask wearing is compulsory on public transport and in public indoor venues.
Have your say on the future of development in the Edgecliff Commercial Centre
Planning & Building
You’re invited to have your say on our Draft Edgecliff Commercial Centre Planning and Urban Design Strategy, which sets a vision for the Edgecliff Commercial Centre to help ensure future development improves the liveability and sustainability of the area.
Published 31 May 2021
How will you choose to refuse this Plastic Free July?
Environment
The easiest way to reduce your plastic use is to refuse the ‘Big 4’: plastic bags, bottles, coffee cups and straws. We share a few other ways you can reduce the plastic in your life.
Published 5 July 2021
Top 5 ways to marvel at our local environment
Environment
To mark World Environment Day (Saturday 5 June) and World Ocean Day (Tuesday 8 June) we share our Top 5 ways to explore and celebrate our beautiful local environment.
Published 31 May 2021
Sustainability action in our community
Environment
Congratulations to Vet HQ in Double Bay and the Lyne Park Tennis Centre for their recent investments in renewable energy.
Published 27 May 2021
New rooftop solar system to power Woollahra Library
Environment
We are proud to take another big step towards reducing our carbon emissions with the installation of a new solar system on the roof of Woollahra Library at Double Bay.
Published 3 May 2021
‘Create compost, not landfill’ kids truck art competition
Environment
Local primary school kids are invited to create an artwork around the theme ‘Create compost, not landfill’. The winning entries will be printed on our garbage trucks for everyone to see! Entries close Monday 31 May.
Published 3 May 2021
Discover the new Gap Park Nature Wellness Trail
Environment
Experience the full contrast of our local environment, slow down and connect with nature.
Published 1 April 2021
Switch to GreenPower
Environment
One of the simplest actions you can take to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions is to ensure the electricity you use is sourced from renewable energy by switching to GreenPower
Published 1 March 2021
Five things that can’t go in your recycling bin – but you can recycle them at our Problem Waste Drop Off event, Saturday 6 February
Environment
Recycle your tricky waste items at our Problem Waste Drop Off event and divert them from landfill, giving them a second life.
Published 1 February 2021
Go slow for a mo' in Cooper Park this summer with our Nature Wellness Trail
Environment
Want to escape the heat these holidays? Head to Cooper Park and complete our Nature Wellness Trail. This rejuvenating experience is designed to refresh your mood, energy and focus and help you reconnect with nature.
Published 21 December 2020
It’s National Recycling Week!
Environment
Learn more about how you can reduce your waste and give pre-loved goods and materials a second chance at life through re-use and recycling.
Published 9 November 2020
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