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2021 Woollahra Garden Awards winners announced
Community
Congratulations to the winners of the 2021 Woollahra Garden Awards.
Published 11 November 2021

Food Safety - Make sure you are prepared
Community
Australian Food Safety Week 2021 will be held from 13 to 20 November 2021. As part of Australian Food Safety Week, Woollahra Municipal Council urges local consumers to reduce their risk of food poisoning by being prepared.
Published 8 November 2021

20th Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize
Arts & Culture
The Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf opened to the public on 4 November with the inaugural 20th anniversary exhibition of the renowned Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize. The exhibition features an exciting collection of works from previous winners alongside this year’s finalists. Open Wed-Sun. Free Admission.
Published 5 November 2021

Visit the new Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf
Arts & Culture
The new Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf is open and we are so excited for you to visit.
Published 4 November 2021

Managing our beaches during spring and summer
All news
We expect to see lots of people out enjoying the warm weather at our harbourside beaches and parks throughout spring and summer.
We will be monitoring numbers at our popular beaches and parks to avoid overcrowding and help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Published 1 September 2021

Woollahra Council App provides faster, more efficient service delivery for residents
All news
Download our new App for fast, easy access to Council services anytime, anywhere.
Published 2 August 2021
Are you ready for an emergency? Download the Get Prepared app
All news
As a participating Council in the Resilient Sydney program, we are collaborating with all the Councils of Sydney to promote the Get Prepared app.
Published 20 September 2021

Have you read the latest edition of our printed newsletter?
All news
The Spring 2021 edition of Woollahra News is out now! Pick up a copy, or read online, for updates about the Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, local lockdown walks to explore and support for local small businesses.
Published 16 September 2021

Make a new friend by registering for our Friendship Program
All news
Are you feeling lonely during lockdown? Would you like to make a new local friend? Register for our Friendship Program and we’ll match you with people with similar interests for conversation and company.
Read about some of the experiences of other participants (*not their real names) and how beneficial it’s been.
Published 6 September 2021

Two new local recreation options to explore during lockdown
Community
Work up a sweat at the new fitness station at Christison Park, or go for a slow stroll along the new Gap Park Historic Tramway accessible pathway.
Published 6 September 2021

5 surprising things that can go in your green bin
Environment
You might be surprised by some of the food items you can put in your green bin; like seafood, meat bones and dairy. Most people wouldn’t include these in their home compost or worm farms, which is why our Kitchen to Compost service is such a great value add, even if you are already composting at home.
Published 1 September 2021

Update on the Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf
Arts & Culture
We’re eagerly awaiting the chance to welcome visitors into our new Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf in Double Bay. Find out what you can expect to see in the Gallery when it opens later in the year.
Published 1 September 2021

This lockdown project is turning Paddington into a massive art gallery
Arts & Culture
Everyone needs something to do in lockdown. Some of us watch way too much Netflix. Some of us bake bread. But Paddington resident Barbara Gruber has put us all to shame by turning her entire suburb into a massive public art project.
Published 30 August 2021

6 of the best local stair runs (or walks)
Community
Our favourite stair runs are such a fantastic way to boost your cardio fitness while taking in some of the most gorgeous spots in the Woollahra local area. All you need to do is take the first step.
Published 29 August 2021

Woollahra Garden Awards entries open
All news
Whether your garden is big or small, we want you to share your creativity and sustainable gardening practices with us by entering this year's Woollahra Garden Awards.
Published 2 August 2021

New support measures for local small businesses announced
Community
This week Council agreed to further support measures for local small businesses to help ease the economic burden of COVID-19, building on the $7.9 million support package we provided last year.
Published 30 July 2021


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