Ku-ring-gai

KU-RING-GAI Council Keeping Residents Up to Date on Housing Policies New housing policies called “Changes to create low and mid-rise housing” and the “Transport Oriented Development Program” are being proposed by the Minns’ NSW Government. Ku-ring-gai Council are concerned these new policies will extensively impact Ku-ring-gai and so have dedicated...

The North Turramurra Recreational Area (NTRA) has recently become a hot topic among locals. Upgraded amenities and a fresh revamp for local sports teams seem like a win-win situation for everyone; however, some Ku-ring-gai residents have taken a staunch position against them.  The proposed development approval (DA) at NTRA is...

Voices of Ku-ring-gai (VOK) has launched a new initiative. Headed by 2023 Independent Candidate for Wahroonga Kristyn Haywood, VOK serves to enhance the integrity and environmental protection within Ku-ring-gai and Council. Since the NSW Government released a new dataset mapping total tree canopy coverage across Sydney, Ku-ring-gai has been under...

KU-RING-GAI’S Sculpture Trail winners have been awarded. This year, over 30 pieces were created for the Sculpture Trail and installed at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden. The Trail gives artists the ability to use recycled materials to make their artworks, in an effort to promote sustainability and raise community awareness about...

Ku-ring-gai Council General Manager John McKee had his contract terminated during an Ordinary Meeting of Council on the 15th of August. The immediate termination was decided during a closed-door session. Council recognised GM McKee should be thanked for his many years of service, and delegated authority to the Mayor to...