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Two children seated on a see-saw at an outdoor playground

Thu 16 Jan 2025

Plenty of places to play this holidays, with suite of playground renewals completed across the Sutherland Shire

Christmas has come early for children across the Sutherland Shire, with a suite of popular local playgrounds stunningly spruced-up in time for the start of the school holidays....

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Tue 10 Dec 2024

The Reel Deal: Winners of the 2024 Cut Short Film Competition

The incredible storytelling talents of local filmmakers have been recognised with Sutherland Shire Council proudly announcing winners of the 2024 Cut Short Film Competition...

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Sutherland Shire Mayor with group of Council emplpoyees at the Grays Point Reserve Boardwalk opening

New boardwalk opens up one of the Sutherland Shire's hidden gems

The unique history, ecology and stunning scenery of Grays Point is set to be showcased like never before, with Sutherland Shire Council officially opening a new boardwalk...

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Crowd sitting in front of an outdoor stage at Cronulla Park

Entertainment Extravaganza Awaits at 2025 Australia Day Weekend!

Sutherland Shire is gearing up for its most spectacular Council hosted Australia Day long weekend festival, featuring a four-day extravaganza of music, film, culture, and...

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Person looking at art on a gallery wall at Hazelhurst Arts Centre

Celebrating creativity among all abilities through the 2024 ShireABILITY Art Award and Exhibition

The tremendous talents of a special group of local artists are set to be celebrated at Hazelhurst Arts Centre next month, with the opening of the 2024 ShireABILITY Art Awards and...

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Sutherland Shire Mayor and Councillors Meridith Laverty, Peter Tsambalas and Diedree Steinwall turning the first sod at Waratah Park playground, Sutherland.

Mon 25 Nov 2024

New playground to deliver fun in spades as Councillors ‘dig in’ to kickstart construction

Families will soon be able to explore an expansive range of exciting new play equipment in the heart of Sutherland, with construction of the new Waratah Park playground...

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Group of students watching presentations on stage at Cronulla Park

Mon 25 Nov 2024

Every step counts – Walk for Respectful Relationships event sends a powerful message against domestic violence

Residents from across the Sutherland Shire are set to once again come together to stand up against domestic and family violence as part of the annual Walk for Respectful...

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Clr Glanznig, Clr Provan with three boys standing in front of Roger Summers Playground, Bundeena

Mon 18 Nov 2024

Sliding into Summer with the renewed Roger Summers Reserve Playground

Sutherland Shire Council officially opened the renewed Roger Summers Reserve playground in Bundeena, offering a vibrant and engaging recreational space that celebrates the...

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A group of people in fluoro vests standing outdoors with trees in the background

A greener future for Lucas Heights Conservation Area

In an extraordinary display of environmental stewardship, Sutherland Shire Council is transforming an old quarry at Lucas Heights into a vibrant ecosystem, enhancing native...

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Group of Sutherland Shire Council staff recipients of the Childrens Services Industry Awards

Council Early Education Centre and Educator named the state’s best!

Sutherland Shire Council’s Children’s Services has taken out top honours in two categories at the 2024 NSW Excellence in Early Childhood Education industry awards over the...

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Mulga (artist Joel Moore) painting a mural on a large brick wall

Jannali Moonrise Festival: A Celebration of the Place, People and Performances

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend as Sutherland Shire Council proudly presents the inaugural Jannali Moonrise Festival, a vibrant two-day event featuring a jam-packed...

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2024 Sutherland Shire Mayor, Councillor Jack Boyd and Deputy Mayor, Councillor Laura Cowell in Mayor's office

Mon 14 Oct 2024

A new team with fresh ideas take the helm at Sutherland Shire Council

A new team promising to bring fresh ideas and a renewed focus on delivering for the community has been elected to lead Sutherland Shire Council, with Labor Councillor Jack Boyd...

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