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Spotlight - topical issues

Infrastructure Levy
Council seeks ratepayer support to introduce an infrastructure levy to enable major maintenance upgrades to the Shire's ageing infrastructure.
Background information
Infrastructure levy FAQs

Wanda Beach Dog Consultation
Submission Date Extended
Council welcomes feedback on a review of times for walking dogs on and off leash at Wanda beach.

Celebrating Hazelhurst's 10th anniversary - Lumino Kinetics
Light sculptures in the gardens, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, 7.00-10.30pm from 6 to 28 February.

Battle of the Bands 2010 applications open now
Battle of the Bands is a local competition that encourages up-and-coming local bands to get out of the garage.

2 Week Amnesty for Minor Parking Offences in School Zones
Cautions will be issued from Feb 1 - Feb 12 for minor parking offences in school zones.

School Zone Parking
Learn the rules relating to parking in school zones, the reasons behind them, and gain tips on child safety in these zones.

Council Nursery
The nursery stocks a variety of plants indigenous to Sutherland Shire at wholesale prices.

detail of map of part of Kurnell peninsula

Draft Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) - Southern Kurnell Peninsula
The exhibition of the draft VPA has now been extended. Submissions will be received up until 19 February 2010.

Council Initiatives

Your Shire Your Say
Find out about this residents' panel which is designed to engage Shire residents of all ages and backgrounds.

Housing Strategy
Council is developing a housing strategy to meet community needs and provide more housing choices.

Anti-social Behaviour Strategy Released
Council has released a new strategy to deal with anti-social behaviour issues in Sutherland Shire - your feedback is welcomed.

Ageing Well in Sutherland Shire
Council has responded positively to the challenges of an ageing population, developing its strategy 'Ageing Well in Sutherland Shire'. Find out more.

Major Projects

Cronulla Central Project
Learn about the recently completed Cronulla Central Project.

Engadine Shopping Centre
Work has commenced planting street trees and preparations have begun for a roof water drainage system to reuse rainwater.

More major project information
Stormwater Harvesting for Cronulla Park
Prince Street Seawall
Wanda Sports Field proposal

Local Laws

School zone parking
Learn the rules relating to parking in school zones, and gain tips on child safety in these zones.

Dangerous dogs and restricted breeds
Which dogs are restricted? What is a dangerous dog? Your responsibilities as an owner of a dangerous or restricted dog?

More Local Laws information
Advertising vehicles for sale
Loading zones
Keeping birds and animals on private property
Local Orders Policy
Penalty Infringement Notices

Waste Services

Recycling Frequently Asked Questions
Can foam trays be recycled? What about pizza boxes? Learn more.

Twice Yearly Clean-up Service
Learn about what you can and can't put out for collection.

More waste services information
Fridge buy back
Illegal dumping
Enviro-works and short courses
Composting and wormfarming
Recycling fact sheets
Recycling directory
Sharps disposal
Where does your waste go?

Environment

State of the Environment Report
View the Sutherland Shire Council State of the Environment Report.

Port Hacking Integrated Environmental Management Plan
These reports form the blueprint of how we can manage the future of Port Hacking.

More environment information
Bus Niche Marketing Project
Green street program
Greenweb
Government Grants for Residents
Sustainability Advantage

Working for Council

Positions Vacant
View current jobs available at Sutherland Shire Council.

More job information
Applying for a job
The selection process
Video - working for Sutherland Shire Council
Employment conditions
Why work for Sutherland Shire Council?

Bushland & Nursery

Tree Pruning and Removal Information
Do you want to prune or remove trees or vegetation? Find out what you need to do.

Bushcare
Want to make a difference, protect our unique bushland and make new friends? Join Bushcare.

More Bushland & Nursery information
Community Nursery
Bushcare Volunteers
Indigenous Plants Guide
Weed Fact Sheets
Noxious Weeds Management Plans
Dumping Greenwaste in the Bush

Sport & Hall Facilities

Cycling Guides
The cycle guides provide information on topography, distance, difficulty, shops, and recreational areas.

Golf Courses
Shire residents have 3 public golf courses - Kareela, Woolooware and the new Ridge Golf Course at Barden Ridge.

Play Futsal at Menai Indoor Sports Centre
The competition is suitable for all skill levels and ages, teams and individuals welcome.

More sport & hall facilities information
Ridge Golf Course & Driving Range
Sporting fields
Sutherland Shire Leisure Centres
Tennis Courts
Ridge Sports Complex
Community Halls for Hire

Council Animal Shelter

Dogs for Sale
View the dogs currently for sale. The Council Animal Shelter has a no kill policy.

Impounded Animals
How do you collect an impounded animal? How much will it cost? Find out the answers to these questions.

More Council animal shelter information
Cats for Sale
Buying an animal
Shelter volunteers

Children's Services

Family Day Care
This service offers home-based quality child care service for small groups of children. Care is available from birth.

More children's services information
Family Day Care
Long Day child care
Out of school hours care
Childcare waiting list
Terms and Conditions for Waiting lists
Training for Children's Services
Vacation Care

Leisure Centres

New Fitness Membership Options
We have launched our new membership options that allow you to sign up for 12 months, 3 months or 10 visits.

More information about Leisure Centres
Class Timetables
Price Lists
Sutherland Leisure Centre
Engadine Leisure Centre
Caringbah Leisure Centre

Beaches

Surf Safety
Beach rips have recently caused tragic drownings around Australia. Learn about beach safety and rips.

Weddings on the Beach
Want to say "I do" with sand between your toes? Find out what you need to do to have your wedding on the beach.

More beaches information
Cronulla's Major Beaches
Beach property minding service
Lifeguards and SLSA Volunteers
School Surf Education
Beach Wheelchair
Staging beach events
Bali memorial at Cronulla

Hazelhurst Regional Gallery

Hazelhurst Regional Gallery & Arts Centre
Find out more about exhibitions, courses and facilities for hire.

More information about Hazelhurst
What's on at Hazelhurst
Enrol in a course
Volunteer at Hazelhurst
Cafe Menu
Facilities for hire