Sydney’s Inner West Pools Add Free Sunday Music All Summer
Inner West Council’s free Sunday Sessions bring local acoustic musicians to aquatic centres every Sunday until 28 March 2027.
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Recharge Penrith Brings Free Wellness Sessions To City Parks
Recharge Penrith brings free yoga, knitting and creative sessions to Penrith parks on four Wednesdays in October 2026.
Sydney’s Inner West Council Moves To Restrict AI Smart Glasses
Inner West Council will restrict AI smart glasses in public facilities, with accessibility exemptions and final entry rules still to come.
NSW Opens Debate on Historic Timber Bridges
NSW is reviewing 27 historic timber bridges. Communities can submit feedback from 28 September to 30 October 2026.
Maroubra’s Mahon Pool At 90 – The Advocate Who Made It Happen
Mahon Pool marks 90 years since Maroubra locals honoured Patrick Mahon, the alderman who helped create the Depression-era ocean pool.
Bilal El-Hayek Re-Elected To Lead Canterbury-Bankstown
Bilal El-Hayek has been re-elected unopposed as Canterbury-Bankstown mayor as major metro, hospital and recreation projects progress.
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.
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.