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2020 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize Finalists announced
Arts & Culture
The Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize, Australia’s pre-eminent award for small sculpture presented by Woollahra Council, has announced 56 finalists for the 20th annual Prize and exhibition.
Published 7 October 2020
Covid safe summer: Managing our beaches and public spaces over summer
All news
With warm weather forecast from the October long weekend and throughout summer we expect to see lots of people out enjoying our harbourside beaches and parks.
Your health is important and we need everyone’s help to ensure we continue to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and meet Public Health Orders, health regulations and advice and avoid overcrowding.
Published 2 October 2020
Digital Art and Culture during COVID-19
Arts & Culture
We've collated a list of digital cultural experiences you can access online for free.
Published 28 April 2020
Head On(line) Photo Festival 1-17 May
Arts & Culture
The Head on Photo Festival – which included an exhibition due to be held at the Paddington Town Hall this May – is heading online this year and will include an exciting free program of talks, panel discussions, workshops and webinars.
Published 23 April 2020
Volunteering during COVID-19
Community
Now, more than ever, is a good time to consider volunteering with a local group or organisation. It can be a great way to connect with our community and make a real difference.
Published 23 April 2020
School holiday activities at home
Community
Even though we cannot run our regular school holiday activities in our Libraries, we have made a School Holiday Fun - Home Edition activity guide.
Published 14 April 2020
2020 Woollahra Citizenship Awards announced
Community
Congratulations to Barry Joseph who has been named the 2020 Woollahra Citizen of the Year for his outstanding volunteer contribution to our local community.
Published 6 April 2020
Woollahra Council announces more than $5 million in relief for local small businesses
All news
Woollahra Council has launched relief measures for small businesses in the local area to ease the economic impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on businesses and workers.
Australian Speedcar Champion Jeffrey Freeman honoured with plaque in Paddington
All news
Australian Speedcar Champion and former Paddington resident Jeffrey Freeman was honoured with a plaque on Friday 6 March, the anniversary of his victory in the Australian Speedcar Grand Prix in Sydney in 1965.
Published 13 March 2020
Together we removed 40 kg of litter from Rose Bay Beach on Clean Up Australia Day
Environment
Thank you to the more than 100 people who joined us at Rose Bay on Sunday for a beach clean up event.
Published 2 March 2020
Great news for Woollahra families
Community
Woollahra Preschool is expanding to provide accessible, age appropriate and beautiful spaces for an additional 20 children, thanks to a capital grant from the NSW Government and funding by Council.
Published 2 March 2020
5 reasons why you should book Rose Bay Cottage for your next kids’ birthday party
Community
Take the hassle and expense out of your next kids’ birthday party by hiring one of our community venues
Published 2 March 2020
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