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$236,000 in funding awarded through Woollahra Council’s Grants Program
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Woollahra Council has awarded individuals, schools, community organisations and businesses from across the Woollahra Local Government Area more than $236,000 in funding through its Grants Program.
Published 18 September 2023
Winners of our ‘Caring for our Environment’ Kids Truck Art Competition announced
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Thanks to all the local primary school students who entered our Kids Truck Art Competition. We received more than 160 entries and our judges were blown away by the children’s creativity and insights around the theme ‘Caring for our Environment’.
Published 28 August 2023
Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize announces 2023 finalists
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The Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize, presented by Woollahra Council, has announced the finalists for the 22nd edition of the esteemed annual prize. The finalist works will be presented in an exhibition at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, unveiled on 27 September, with the winning sculpture announced at the opening.
Published 22 August 2023
Local infrastructure improvements a top priority in this year’s budget
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With a total expenditure of $134 million, our 2023/24 Operational Plan outlines a number of initiatives to improve local infrastructure, while continuing to deliver excellent services for our community.
Published 26 July 2023
Bellevue Hill 2023: local history
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During 2023 we’re celebrating Bellevue Hill -- which shares the same postcode – and Elizabeth Hartnell from Woollahra Libraries Local History Team shares some of her favourite historical facts about Bellevue Hill.
Published 24 May 2023
Pride Amplified local events
Arts & Culture
The global WorldPride festival is coming to Sydney from 17 February – 5 March and we’re hosting a series of events to help celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community.
Published 18 January 2023
Woollahra Council welcomes newly-elected Mayor and Deputy Mayor
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Councillor Susan Wynne has been re-elected as the Mayor of Woollahra, and Councillor Isabelle Shapiro elected as Deputy Mayor at the first meeting of the new Council, held on 5 January, with both terms to run until September 2023.
Published 6 January 2022
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
2022 Woollahra Garden Awards winners announced
Community
Congratulations to the winners of the 2022 Woollahra Garden Awards.
Published 15 November 2022
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 14 November 2022
Asbestos is still in 1 in 3 homes across Australia
Planning & Building
Before you begin a renovation, follow these three simple steps and Be Asbestos Ready.
Published 24 October 2022
Our pick of Summer swimming spots
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Some of the most magical swimming days are in Summer. The weather can get quite warm over the summer months and the cool water provides the best relief from the heat. We've put together a list of our favourite swimming spots in the Woollahra Council area.
Published 18 October 2022
Free events for small business owners during November
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November is NSW Small Business Month and a number of free events for small business owners are taking place.
Published 17 October 2022
Winners of the 21st Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize
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The winners of the 2022 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize have been announced, ahead of the opening of the 21st anniversary exhibition at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf. Open Wednesday - Sunday at 548 New South Head Road, Double Bay. Admission is free. The exhibition runs until 20 November.
Published 12 October 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. From 1 November 2022, the next phase of the plastics ban will come into force. Here's what you need to know.
Published 10 October 2022
Top 5 spots to enjoy jacarandas
Environment
Our local area is beautiful at this time of year as jacarandas paint the streets purple. An iconic part of our landscape, these beauties bloom for only a few weeks each year – so get your cameras out before they are gone again!
Published 9 October 2022
Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize announces finalists for 2022
Arts & Culture
The Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize, presented by Woollahra Council, has announced 50 emerging and established artists as finalists for the 21st annual Prize.
Published 21 September 2022
What's on at Holdsworth
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Woollahra Council was excited to recently host the Holdsworth community at Council Chambers. Holdsworth is a pillar of the community, providing support for seniors, people with a disability, families and young children and carers. Holdsworth hosts a variety of activities and events designed to connect people with possibility. Find out what's on.
Published 21 September 2022
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