Ku-ring-gai Council

During Council’s Australia Day awards ceremony, World War II veteran Mr Simes was named the Ku-ring-gai Local Citizen of the Year for his involvement as President of Computer Pals for Seniors, a volunteer non-for-profit helping seniors navigate computer literacy.

From Monday 22 December, Ku-ring-gai Council’s Vacation Care kicks off, offering a program filled with arts and crafts, games, sports, STEM workshops, and excursions. Vacation Care for 4-12-year-olds includes gingerbread making, magic shows, K-Pop discos, music, Lego workshops, and excursions to bowling, laser tag, movies, and ice skating. Children aged 6-12...

Ku-ring-gai Council has withdrawn its legal action against the NSW Government after securing what it describes as a “better-than-court” outcome for the community.  The decision follows the State Government’s agreement to implement Council’s alternative Transport Oriented Development (TOD) scheme. At its November meeting, councillors unanimously voted to accept the State’s offer to discontinue proceedings...

To help prevent domestic and family violence in the community and support survivors of abuse, Ku-ring-gai Council has endorsed grants of more than $91,000. Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Women’s Shelter will receive $20,000 for its Wellbeing Hub. Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook will receive $20,000 to partner with local rotary groups...

At the October meeting, Ku-ring-gai Council voted to seek a rate increase of almost 30% through a special rate variation. Councillors adopted the motion to revise the Delivery Program and Operational Plan, and apply for a 24.6% SRV plus a 4.4% rate peg for the 2026/2027 financial year. All councillors except Cr...

Ku-ring-gai Council is inviting residents to help celebrate 100 years of the St Ives Showground by sharing memories, stories, and keepsakes that capture its rich history. Since its establishment in 1926, the Showground has been a beloved community landmark. Local are being encouraged to contribute and share old photographs, newspaper clippings, personal stories,...

Ku-ring-gai Council is acceping entries for the Local Citizen of the Year Awards. The awards recognise volunteers and quiet achievers who contribute to the wellbeing of Ku-ring-gai. Categories include Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Environmental Citizen of the Year, and Mayor’s Award for Outstanding Contribution. “These awards celebrate the unsung...

Ku-ring-gai Council is hosting a free Menopause Forum on Thursday 23 October to help women better understand and manage menopause and perimenopause. Held at the Ku-ring-gai Council Chambers in Gordon, the event will feature expert speakers covering topics such as hormone therapy, nutrition, and exercise, all aimed at improving wellbeing...

The 2025 recipient of Ku-ring-gai’s Inaugural Women’s Leadership and Inspiration Award is Andrea Doney. This award is a way to celebrate local women, and honour locals who lead, inspire, and empower the community. Andrew Doney is the founder of Run with the Slow Coach, a local coaching business supporting slower, older,beginner,...

Ku-ring-gai Council’s Spring Twilight Concert in the Park, set for Saturday 18 October from 5 pm to 8 pm, promises a free family-friendly evening of iconic hits from the 1960s through the 1980s. Headlining the event is Running in the Shadows, Australia's Fleetwood Mac tribute band. The group will perform...