Mosman Masterplan Moves Forward After Thousands Have Their Say
Mosman Council has endorsed a draft masterplan for 4,700 homes, with state assessment and another public exhibition still to come.
Category: Community
Waverley Council Approves Eora Park Memorial Garden for Bondi Junction Victims
Waverley Council has approved a permanent memorial garden at Eora Park for victims of the 2024 Bondi Junction attack, with opening targeted for 2027.
Northern Beaches Launches 2026-2031 Community Safety Action Plan
Northern Beaches Council’s Community Safety Action Plan took effect on 14 August, built on 12 months of feedback and flexible enough to skip formal adoption.
Penrith launches online venue bookings with virtual fly-throughs
Penrith City Council’s online booking system lets residents hire venues and pools entirely online, with real-time availability and virtual tours.
Penrith names Bruce Turner AM Honoured Citizen for 2026
Bruce Turner AM has been named Penrith’s Honoured Citizen at the 2026 Local Celebration Awards after more than 50 years of service and roles on over 40 audit committees. Patricia Quinlan, 82, received Citizen of the Year.
Construction starts on Gledswood Hills learn-to-ride park
Stage 1 of The Crest Open Space and Learn to Ride Facility in Gledswood Hills is under construction, delivering a $3.5 million cycling and recreation hub by early 2027.
Callan Park Tidal Baths Construction Underway for Summer Opening
Sydney’s first new Inner West harbour swim spot in over 100 years has begun construction. Free tidal pool with accessible ramp and play pontoon opening summer 2026/27.
Youth voices surge sixfold in Better Together 2040 review
Youth survey responses have sextupled since 2022 as Council opens feedback on its refreshed 20-year social sustainability strategy, now with a new diversity pillar.
Chiswick and Abbotsford Playground Builds to Start Mid-July
New inclusive play equipment, an in-ground trampoline, teepee and fully fenced area are coming to Henry Lawson Park and Chiswick Park, with construction beginning mid-July 2026.
Lime Bikes Block Milsons Point Footpaths, Prompting Safety Fears
More than 100 Lime e-bikes relocated from Milsons Point footpaths in a single month amid calls for tougher regulations on shared bike parking near Luna Park.
Bondi Junction Master Plan to deliver 3,000 homes, new civic hub
Waverley Council votes on the final Bondi Junction Master Plan on 21 July 2026, proposing about 3,000 new dwellings and two catalyst projects focused on public space, retail activation and a new Civic precinct after community feedback.
Single planning rulebook for Northern Beaches now on show
One planning rulebook for the whole peninsula: draft LEP and DCP on exhibition until 30 August 2026. Check your property on the interactive map.
Blue Mountains Library Opens Doors for Free Discovery Week
Kids who visit Blue Mountains libraries between 30 July and 2 August can claim free chocolate and a badge in a scavenger hunt as part of the statewide Open Doors, Open Books, Open Minds celebration.
Camden’s first social cohesion plan now open for feedback
Camden’s first coordinated plan to strengthen belonging, inclusion and participation is now on public exhibition, with residents invited to have their say.
Residents to co-design $1m Elyard Street safety project
Camden Council accepted a $1 million grant to improve lighting, bus stops and public art along Elyard Street, with the community set to co-design the final plan.
Free maker workshops and late-night access at Canada Bay Library Open Day
Residents can drop in for free maker workshops, board games and storytime at Five Dock, Concord and Rhodes libraries on 30 July, with extended evening hours at two locations.
Gardens that spark joy: North Sydney competition opens
Judith Sleijpen is looking for gardens that spark joy in the 2026 North Sydney Garden Competition. Free entry, 11 categories, closes 28 August. All gardeners welcome.
Blue Mountains Groups Share $60k Council Grants
Blue Mountains City Council distributed $60,000 to 60 community groups on 13 July, funding projects from emergency food relief to a suicide prevention open day.
Pottery and Choir lead North Sydney Community Centre’s winter term
From pottery with new tutor Sherelyn Cullen to Monday Night Choir with Bec Waters, North Sydney Community Centre’s Term 3 winter program starts 18 July with affordable workshops and markets.
Extra Lapstone Hill Tunnel Open Day Added After Sell-Out
Blue Mountains City Council adds a third open day for Lapstone Hill Tunnel on 2 August after sell-out, but the heritage site will close again until funding secured.