| |  Take a test drive on our newest roadThe Far North Collector Road is now open! Soon to be known as Bannada Way, the new road connects Illaroo Road in Bangalee to Moss Vale Road (at Bells Lane) in Cambewarra. To mark the occasion, The Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King, Federal Member for Gilmore Fiona Phillips MP, Mayor Amanda Findley and Deputy Mayor Matthew Norris all had the honour of cutting the celebratory ribbon. This project was fully funded by the Federal Government. | |
| |  Wonderful water in the ShoalhavenGreat news - Shoalhaven Water continues to deliver high quality drinking water. Recent testing for per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in raw and drinking water has confirmed that the Shoalhaven community continues to enjoy safe and reliable potable (drinking) water. In July this year, Shoalhaven Water undertook testing of our main sources of water for PFAS, in the Shoalhaven River (Bamarang Dam), Porters Creek Dam and Kangaroo Valley (Bendeela Pondage), revealing ‘nil detectable’ PFAS at all locations. | |
| |  Keep dobbing in a dumperWe've investigated 1,637 illegal dumping incidents across the city during the last financial year. It’s a record high and the figure highlights the dedication by residents and ratepayers to report instances of illegal dumping. More than 3,000 tonnes of construction and demolition material was among the waste dumped unlawfully. We love that our community is passionate about identifying and reporting this behaviour. To report illegal dumping head to the EPA’s portal. | |
| |  Basin jetty repairs begin in springThe St Georges Basin community will soon see their storm-ravaged jetties back in action with a qualified contractor signed on to start works in September. Thanks to a Recreational Fishing Trust grant and natural disaster funding, The Island Point Road and the Basin Road jetties will be fully remediated. We’re hopeful the works will be finished early next year while the weather is still warm so that both locals and visitors to the area can take full advantage of these facilities. | |
| |  Have your say on new paths and cyclewaysYou're invited to comment on the draft Active Transport Strategy that will help prioritise the delivery of new paths, pedestrian crossings and cycleway infrastructure across the city. The document ranks more than 900 proposed pedestrian and cycleway projects based on new selection criteria that was refined after considering community feedback in 2023. We know footpaths, shared user paths, safer crossings, and bicycle infrastructure are important to you, so tell us what you think before 29 September. | |
| |  Feedback on Nowra's next residential areaWe want your feedback on two draft planning documents proposed to guide the development and delivery of a future new residential area in the new suburb of Badagarang, north of Nowra, known as the Moss Vale Road North Urban Release Area. The draft Development Controls and proposed Local Infrastructure Contributions Framework for a 266-hectare site north of Moss Vale Road have been prepared to complete the initial planning work necessary to enable the development of the new Urban Release Area (URA). The URA will contribute a significant supply of new homes, so let us know your thoughts by 23 September. | |
| |  Next steps for the new Sanctuary Pt LibraryThe new Sanctuary Point Library is moving forward, with a revised scope of works now under development. This work is based on a resolution of Councillors to close out the existing Sanctuary Point Library Project report and to rescope a new project based on Warilla Library. The rescoping processes is necessary to ensure the project can proceed, following the Financial Sustainability Review which identified the need to increase operating revenue and reduce expenses. | |
| |  Big win for Artie Smith OvalThe Artie Smith Oval upgrade has won the Excellence in Social & Community Infrastructure category at the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Awards. This recognition underscores its status as a premium facility with a successful design philosophy, capable of hosting state, regional and local sporting events while balancing the needs of local clubs, community groups and tourism, creating a versatile and attractive open space for the region. | |
| |  Community donations up for grabsApplications for the Community Donations Program open on Monday 2 September. Council provides funding to eligible community groups and organisations who provide cultural, sporting and community service programs and activities. Go online to see if you're eligible and fill out your form by 30 September 2024. Applications will be assessed by the Donations Panel, and go to Council for resolution by the end of November 2024. | |
| |  New pet ownership rules for cats and dogsDid you know the NSW Government has changed pet ownership rules across the state which affects some current and all future pet owners in the Shoalhaven? From last month, all pet cats and dogs must be registered on the NSW Pet Registry either by 12 weeks of age or immediately upon transfer (whichever happens first). Previously, cats and dogs needed to be registered by six months of age. Check out all the details in our story below. | |
| |  Local Government election-14 SeptemberA reminder that the NSW Local Government Election is on Saturday 14 September. If you're not sure what ward you're in, or you want to know where polling locations are, you can find that information on our website or at the NSW Electoral Commission. In addition, if you've just turned 18 or recently moved to the Shoalhaven, you can still vote in this election by doing a "declaration vote". Make sure you've got all the information you need heading into this election. | |
| |  Vince Jones and Paul Grabowsky - ProvenanceThe Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre is thrilled to host two titans of the Australian jazz scene on Saturday 21 September. Platinum-selling singer Vince Jones and acclaimed pianist Paul Grabowsky will showcase the intimate combination of piano and voice (and occasionally the flumpet – a hybrid of trumpet and flugelhorn!). Don’t miss this chance to witness two of Australia’s finest musicians up close for one night only. "…this album, with its timeless songs, faultless pianoforte and beautiful melodies, will touch your soul." — 102.5 Fine Music | |
| |  Exciting exhibitions at the GalleryMake sure you get along to two exciting exhibitions at the Shoalhaven Regional Gallery this month. The Crab's Dream by Wade Marynowsky (pictured) includes sculpture, robotics, sound, light and interactive works that often incorporates local beach and bush environments, from lyrebirds and cicadas in North Nowra, to crabs, cubes and mermen on the beaches of Jervis Bay. Urritjara by Tim Georgeson is filmed across Lake Bumbunga, a salt lake located in South Australia. Starring actor and performance artist Derik Lynch, the film is a gripping portrait of the synergy between sound, earth and movement. | |
| |  Tick for Coastal Management ProgramCouncil has received formal certification from the NSW Government for its Coastal Management Program (CMP) for the Open Coast and Jervis Bay Areas covering a 165km stretch of idyllic coastline. The CMP provides the framework and strategy that will be used to manage the Shoalhaven’s coastlines and estuaries in the face of future climate risks. It outlines 116 management actions that are intended to address key issues and will be implemented over 10 years. | |
