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Sport and Recreation Reference Group
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Sustainable Transport Reference Group
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North Sydney News
Draft amendment to North Sydney Development Control Plan 2025 – Electrification of all new residential development
The draft amendment, which supports the shift to all-electric homes in new residential developments, is on public exhibition until Friday 14 November.
Council Meeting Summary, 13 October 2025
At this week's meeting Council considered a number of topics including electric vehicle charging, Blues Point Foreshore Masterplan, financial statements, tenders and leases. Here’s what was decided:
Empowering Creativity: Applications open for 2026 Creative Spaces Program
North Sydney Council is proud to launch its 2026 Creative Spaces Program, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing cultural participation and creative production across the local government area.
Expression of Interest: Temporary Mobile Coffee Vendor at the Coal Loader
North Sydney Council is seeking an experienced mobile coffee vendor to trade from a coffee cart or van at the historic Coal Loader Centre for Sustainability in Waverton.
Roller skates, roving acts and rocking beats: Kirribilli street festival announced
Kirribilli will swap cars for community, turning into a harbour-side playground of live music, family fun and alfresco dining - complete with a roller rink in the Burton Street Tunnel.
TfNSW tree removal on hold in Cammeray
On Tuesday, 7 October, Council was advised that the removal of this tree by contractor CPBD would be put on hold, pending further review and consideration of alternatives.
North Sydney ranked among Australia’s most liveable areas in 2025 Liveability Census
North Sydney has once again been recognised as one of the most liveable places in the country, ranking 6th nationally and among the top three local government areas in NSW.
Get spooky at our all ages Halloween Festival!
Prepare for a frightfully literary celebration at Stanton Library on Saturday 25 October – if you dare!
North Sydney Council celebrates local gardening talent
We have announced the winners of the 2025 Garden Competition, recognising outstanding local gardens across a variety of categories.