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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

Seniors Week
Seniors Week includes concerts, a short film festival, walks, health information, art exhibition and more.

Training for Parents
Every child is unique and can be a challenge for any parent. Council is conducting training tailored for parents.

Battle of the Bands
The battle is about to commence! Support local talent and have a great night out.

Annual Report
Learn about the huge range of services that the Council provided last financial year.

Community Development Support Expenditure (CDSE) Grants

Community Development Support Expenditure Grants
The Shire's registered clubs invite applications for funding of up to $20,000 for community projects.

Vacation Care
Do you need child care during the school holidays? Vacation care offers a fun & stimulating environment.

New Child Restraint Laws
Learn about the new laws, and find the RTA authorised child restraint fitters in the Shire.

Reporting Graffiti
Graffiti needs to be reported to the owner of the property. See a list of contact numbers you can report graffiti to.

Vandalism Reward Scheme
Council has a campaign calling on the community to 'Come Clean' about graffiti and vandalism.

Student Exchange Program – Japan
Travel to Japan in September on a 14 day exchange program. You don't need to be studying Japanese.

Australia Day Pictures
See photos from the day, and view the winning entries of the video competition.

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 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

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