News and announcements Annual Grants round now open Council has opened its annual grants program. The grants assist local organisations and citizens to initiate programs and services at the grassroots level. Footprints Ecofestival Footprints Ecofestival annual event at Annandale’s Whites Creek Valley Park is back in 2022, Saturday 3 September, 11am - 3pm. Council to address issue of food relief Council has voted unanimously to urgently investigate ways to address the issue of food relief in the Inner West. Free community information sessions Inner West Council’s Healthy Ageing team and Dementia Australia will present a series of free community information sessions. Local Matters Forum - Ashfield / Djarrawunang ward The next face-to-face forum where Ward Councillors and executive staff of Council listen to your ideas and concerns about how your community can be improved. Tuesday 23 August, 6pm Gone Fishing Day grants Department of Primary Industries have grants available for local fishing clubs to run events for Gone Fishing Day. Applications close 6 September. Get cycling! Inner West is a great place to cycle - and it's a cost-effective and safe way to travel. Find out more. Sydney Fringe Festival in the Inner West Check out what's happening in the Inner West during this September's Fringe Festival 2022 GreenWay Art Prize now open Entries are now invited for the GreenWay Art Prize, which celebrates the 5.8km urban environmental and sustainable transport corridor in Sydney’s Inner West. Save the Glebe Blackwattle Bay Ferry Help ensure the Glebe Blackwattle Bay Ferry has adequate demand before the end of its trial this year. Aqueous Moments at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Photomedia artworks focusing on endangered waterways, wetlands and coastal hinterlands of Greater Sydney will feature next at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery. Free puppy training will encourage responsible dog ownership Council will trial free puppy classes for dog owners to encourage responsible dog ownership and activation of local dog parks. Henson Park Plan of Management amendment Council is making two amendments to these plans and would like to hear your thoughts. Feedback closes 22 September. New Pay by Plate Parking metres The new meters are more convenient, paperless and quicker to use. You can also download an App to remotely locate available parking and pay. Planning for Hammond Park, Ashfield We are developing 10-year plans for this well loved open space and want to hear from you. Let us know what you love, what could change and what needs to be added. Closing 11 September Inner West Council’s GreenWay vision gets funding boost The 5.8km corridor linking the Cooks River at Earlwood with the Parramatta River at Iron Cove called the GreenWay is one step closer to fruition. Council youth initiatives win at Local Government Week Awards Council’s Youth Week festival won Most Inclusive Youth Week Program at last night’s Local Government Week Awards. Public notices Legislation requires Inner West Council to publish information on certain proposed changes. Inner West Supper Club - Exploring new ways to reduce food waste Discover creative ways to cook, preserve and plan delicious meals to help reduce food waste. We have some great prizes for participants. Perrottet reneges on funding suburban grounds to roll out the pork barrel for Stuart Ayres Despite numerous commitments to fund suburban sports grounds, Dominic Perrottet has opted instead to spend upward of $300 million to build Penrith Stadium in an attempt to try and save the marginal se ... New Art at Newtown’s ArtSeat by Geoff Harvey The latest ArtSeat is a series of collages made from salvaged Lino floor coverings. EDGE Sydenham 2022 – Fuelling Creativity EDGE Sydenham features two wintry weekends of art and performance, Friday 12 – Sunday 21 August. Inner West Film Festival - EOI Now Open We are looking for experienced cultural organisations or businesses to deliver an Inner West Film Festival. Expressions of interest are open until22 August. What’s on at the Libraries in August There’s something for all ages this month at Inner West libraries. Henson Park to star in AFLW 2022 season Henson Park features significantly in the official 2022 NAB AFLW Season, which has just been announced by the AFL. Yirran Gumal rated EXCEEDING the National Quality Standards One of Council’s newest early learning centres has been recognised for its hard work. Balmain Town Hall Precinct to be revitalised Council is developing plans for the revitalisation of the Balmain Town Hall precinct, which takes in the area from Balmain PCYC to the new Balmain Square. Locals with a passion for public policy wanted for new Local Democracy Groups The Inner West is seeking recruits with local knowledge and a passion for social policy to join its Local Democracy Groups. Inner West to host IGLFA World Championships at Sydney World Pride, February 2023 Council, the Flying Bats FC, Sydney Rangers FC and Pride Football Australia are uniting to host an LGBTIQA+ 11-a-side soccer tournament coinciding with Sydney World Pride. Inner West is now 100% renewable and 100% divested from fossil fuels Inner West has today become the first local government in Australia to be 100 percent divested from fossil fuels and 100 percent powered by renewable energy. Inner West 2022 Citizens of the Year awarded Indigenous activist Cheree Toka and the long-standing leader of Newtown Neighbourhood Centre, Liz Yeo, are Inner West Council’s 2022 Citizens of the Year. Draft De-amalgamation Business Case – have your say Council is preparing a business case for the NSW Minister for Local Government to make a final decision on the de-amalgamation. Here's how to have your say Henson Park upgrade now fully funded and ready to proceed After years of campaigning for an upgrade to Henson Park, the Newtown Jets, the NSW/ ACT AFL and the Inner West Council are celebrating a victory, with the NSW Government finally agreeing to match the ... EOI for Regular hire of indoor venues 2023 Our annual Expressions of Interest (EOI) for regular hire of indoor venues (covering January-December 2023) is now open. What’s on at the Libraries in July There’s something for all ages at Inner West libraries in July. Perrottet neglects Leichhardt Oval for twelve straight budgets Despite proclaiming himself a Wests Tigers fan, Dominic Perrottet has delivered yet another budget in which Leichhardt Oval does not get a red cent in funding. Mayors across Australia endorse Uluru Statement From the Heart Mayors from across Australia have today voted to endorse the Uluru Statement From the Heart. The motion from Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne, committing councils to a grass roots campaign to build awaren ... Aboriginal flag costs nothing to fly over the bridge Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne says Premier Perrottet’s claim that flying the Aboriginal Flag permanently over the Harbour Bridge will cost $25 million is absurd. Inner West calls for facial recognition to be withdrawn from local stores Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has today written to companies who have been caught making use of facial recognition technology for surveillance to stop this invasive monitoring of customers in Inner Wes ... Building Song at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery will host a site-specific two-week residency and world premiere performance, Building Song. Budget delivers for the community Inner West Council is delivering on key commitments made in the recent local government elections in its 2022 - 2023 Budget. Linda Burney to address Uluru Statement forum in Marrickville Watch the live stream of this event on Facebook or YouTube on Thursday 16 June at 6.30pm. Details here. Little Greece community celebration Council will launch the Little Greece precinct in Marrickville at a community celebration on Saturday 18 June. Inner West Arts and Music Summit a success Yesterday, at Marrickville Town Hall, musicians, performers, promoters, creative businesses and elected representatives came together to work on a blueprint for the Inner West arts sector. Customer service stall coming to the streets near you We're hosting regular monthly Customer Service Stalls throughout the area on Saturdays. Find dates and locations near you. Council congratulates Safdar Ahmed Director of the Refugee Arts Project at Inner West Council’s Thirning Villa has won Book of the Year at the NSW Premier's Literary Awards. Council launches inaugural Local Matters Forum in Marrickville Council’s first Local Matters Forum last night was enthusiastically embraced by local Marrickville residents. What’s on at the Libraries in June Learn how to brew beer, use your smartphone to create great videos, or celebrate Make Music Day at one of Council’s libraries in June. 2022 Reconciliation Week in the Inner West - Be Brave. Make Change Inner West Council will celebrate National Reconciliation Week, 27 May to 3 June. Council issues emergency orders for Balmain Leagues Club Council has issued emergency orders that require the derelict and dangerous Balmain Leagues Club site to be cleaned up and made safe. This is in response to the NSW Government’s refusal to clean up th ... Heritage restoration of Dawn Fraser Baths wins The heritage restoration of Dawn Fraser Baths has won the prestigious President’s Prize at the 28th annual National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards. Rat baits and secondary poisoning Council is urging residents to use traps or safer baits for household rodent control. Tackling illegal dumping Council will renew its efforts to tackle illegal dumping on residential streets. Inner West determined to build skate plaza At last night’s meeting, it was resolved to press ahead with the construction of a promised new Skate Plaza in Lilyfield. Council voted 14 to 1 in favour of the Skate Plaza. Inner West votes to issue demolition order on Balmain Leagues Club Council will issue a demolition order on the derelict and unsafe Balmain Leagues Club if the NSW Government fails to act to ensure the site is safe. More inclusive playgrounds for Inner West Inclusive playgrounds will be established in all five wards of Inner West Council local government area. Fuel Creativity at EDGE Art Camp on the GreenWay Over 12 days, EDGE Art Camp on the GreenWay will see nature and creativity converge in a dynamic, immersive arts hub on the banks of Iron Cove Bay at Lilyfield. Response to Balmain Leagues Club fire The large fire at Balmain Leagues Club yesterday was no surprise. We have repeatedly and publicly called on the NSW Government to allow this building to be demolished because of the fire and safety th ... Local sport wins with upgraded Tempe Reserve Today Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne along with local sporting club officials opened the first stage of the upgraded Tempe Reserve sporting grounds. Steve 'Blocker' Roach and Darcy Byrne release Leichhardt Oval plans In anticipation of a NSW Government funding commitment to upgrade Leichhardt Oval, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne, Councillor Philippa Scott and Balmain Tigers legend Steve Roach have today put forward ... The Inner West on track for record amount of tree planting Inner West Council is on track to exceed its previous record of tree planting in parks and streets across the area. Since a new programme of tree plantings began in 2020, more than 3200 mature trees h ... Mother of Invention at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Petersham assemblage artist Gillian Wright will exhibit her sculptures at Inner West Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery. Premier’s decade-long refusal to fund suburban grounds could cost NSW a Grand Final Dominic Perrottet’s refusal to honour an agreement with the NRL to adequately fund upgrades to suburban grounds has opened the door for Queensland and Victoria to swoop in and steal future NRL Grand F ... Help Council improve its Customer Service Expressions of Interest are invited from Inner West citizens for Council’s new sub-committee focused on Customer Service. Newtown Boarding house appeal update Newtown Neighbourhood Centre appeal to raise funds to directly benefit the residents affected by the Boarding House fire in Albermarle Street Newtown has raised $35,000. Join the Newtopian Sleepout and raise funds for Newtown Neighbourhood Centre Council is supporting Newtown Neighbourhood Centre’s fifth Newtopian Sleepout event on 10 May. Inner West to trial public EV charging stations As Australia continues its slow transition from petrol to electric powered vehicles, the Inner West faces some unique challenges. Not the least of which is the recharging issue with less than 40% of r ... Vision for Henson Park ready and waiting for NSW Government funding The NSW Government’s Multi-Sport Community Facility Fund 2021-22 grants will be announced in May. Council is supporting AFL NSW/ACT and Newtown Jets grant application to upgrade Henson Park to a multi ... 2022 ANZAC Day in the Inner West Council and Balmain-Rozelle RSL will hold an ANZAC Day Commemorative Dawn Service at Balmain’s Loyalty Square from 6am on Monday 25 April. Council demands safety upgrade at dangerous pedestrian crossing Council is demanding urgent and long-overdue safety upgrades to the Frederick Street Ashfield pedestrian crossing. Winter swimming to continue at Dawn Fraser Baths Council will continue the winter swimming program at Dawn Fraser Baths after making some safety improvements. Operation Trance - keeping the community safe Officers from Leichhardt Highway Patrol joined Council staff to conduct a proactive pedestrian and cyclist safety campaign, Operation Trance, on Tuesday 12 April. Helping the children of asylum seekers Council will assist some of the 400 children of asylum seekers who are currently denied access to affordable childcare. NSW Government must fix deplorable boarding house situation Council is calling on the NSW Government to urgently review the management and regulation of boarding houses, in the wake of the Newtown boarding house fire tragedy. The Salons at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery will be transformed into a bohemian-style salon in a group exhibition opening soon. Jamie finds supportive culture at Inner West Council Inner West Council staff member and former Citizen of the Year Jamie De Paulo stars in a new campaign to raise awareness of the successful contribution people living with disability are making to work ... Entries now invited for the 2022 Built Environment Awards Submissions are now open for the 2022 Built Environment Awards, comprising the Marrickville Medal for Conservation and the Inner West Urban Photography Competition. Marrickville Golf Course Saved – once and for all Inner West Council has secured the future of Marrickville Golf, Sporting and Community Club by entering into a 21-year lease. The lease was signed yesterday and marked a historic moment for the club i ... Inner West Arts Recovery Summit The Inner West creative community coming together for the Inner West Arts Recovery Summit. Apply for Perfect Match 2022 Inner West Council’s Perfect Match is back in 2022 and applications are now open Leichhardt Oval to host first ever NRLW Semi-Finals this Sunday Leichhardt Oval has once again been chosen to host a major sporting event in the first ever NRLW semi-finals series on Sunday 3 April. Have your say on Leichhardt Skate Park Inner West residents are invited to comment on plans for the long awaited Leichhardt Skate Park, which is now on public exhibition. Transgender Flags flying proudly in the Inner West Today is Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to celebrate, but also to call for the changes still necessary to improve the lives of transgender people. Resident safety endangered by Tempe Bunnings traffic plan The battle over a new Bunnings super store in Tempe, which poses a threat to the safety of local pedestrians, will come to a head tomorrow when the matter is heard by the State Government’s Eastern Sy ... Birchgrove wharf temporary ferry service disruption The F8 (Cockatoo Island to Circular Quay) service will not be able to stop at Birchgrove Wharf from Monday 11 April 2022 for approximately three weeks. Young Creatives Awards 2022 The Young Creative Awards open on 1 April to young people aged between 12 - 24, who study, work or live in the Inner West Council area. Heritage Festival 2022 – Get Curious This year’s Heritage Festival, held under the auspices of the National Trust, takes place Friday 1 April – Tuesday 31 May. Uncanny at Chrissie Cotter Gallery An exhibition that raises important questions about gender is the next to feature at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery. Waste collection services have returned to the normal schedule Council thanks the community for their patience. Air pollution in White Bay to continue until at least 2024 Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne is urging the NSW Government to end the decade-long delay and begin work immediately on providing Ship to Shore power for The White Bay Cruise Terminal. ‘Pride Square’ for Newtown Council will seek to rename the public square outside Newtown Town Hall ‘Pride Square’ in time for Sydney WorldPride in early 2023. Anti-racism strategy for Inner West Council will develop an anti-racism strategy which recognises that racism exists in all communities and that local government has a role and responsibility in combatting race discrimination in all its ... Youth Week 2022 In collaboration with local young people and youth services, we are celebrating Youth Week 23 March - 22 April with a wide variety of activities throughout the Inner West. Response to Boarding House Fire Statement from Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne Fix Sydney's worst pedestrian crossing now, says Council Council will pressure the NSW Government to finally approve the long-awaited safety upgrade to the Dulwich Hill railway station pedestrian crossing. Teaching a learner driver? This FREE workshop will teach parents and supervisors how to plan driving sessions, how to use the learner driver log book and how to give learners constructive feedback. Give your learner driver the ... “Life Force” - the Interconnectedness of all things at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery will soon host Ashfield artist Reiko Azuma’s exhibition, Life Force. Alaska the Husky reunited with her owner Our Companion Animal Officers rescued a Husky named Alaska that got lost during the recent storms/floods. We were so happy to see her reunited with her owner. Council wins at the Master Builders Excellence in Construction Awards Three of Council’s major infrastructure projects have won prestigious NSW Master Builders Excellence in Construction Awards. Stanmore Library closed on Thursday 3 March Stanmore Library will be closed on Thursday 3 March. As part of Council's move to being carbon neutral by December 2025 we are upgrading the lighting to more efficient and better quality LEDs. We apol ... Page1 2 3 Next
Annual Grants round now open Council has opened its annual grants program. The grants assist local organisations and citizens to initiate programs and services at the grassroots level.
Footprints Ecofestival Footprints Ecofestival annual event at Annandale’s Whites Creek Valley Park is back in 2022, Saturday 3 September, 11am - 3pm.
Council to address issue of food relief Council has voted unanimously to urgently investigate ways to address the issue of food relief in the Inner West.
Free community information sessions Inner West Council’s Healthy Ageing team and Dementia Australia will present a series of free community information sessions.
Local Matters Forum - Ashfield / Djarrawunang ward The next face-to-face forum where Ward Councillors and executive staff of Council listen to your ideas and concerns about how your community can be improved. Tuesday 23 August, 6pm
Gone Fishing Day grants Department of Primary Industries have grants available for local fishing clubs to run events for Gone Fishing Day. Applications close 6 September.
Get cycling! Inner West is a great place to cycle - and it's a cost-effective and safe way to travel. Find out more.
Sydney Fringe Festival in the Inner West Check out what's happening in the Inner West during this September's Fringe Festival
2022 GreenWay Art Prize now open Entries are now invited for the GreenWay Art Prize, which celebrates the 5.8km urban environmental and sustainable transport corridor in Sydney’s Inner West.
Save the Glebe Blackwattle Bay Ferry Help ensure the Glebe Blackwattle Bay Ferry has adequate demand before the end of its trial this year.
Aqueous Moments at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Photomedia artworks focusing on endangered waterways, wetlands and coastal hinterlands of Greater Sydney will feature next at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery.
Free puppy training will encourage responsible dog ownership Council will trial free puppy classes for dog owners to encourage responsible dog ownership and activation of local dog parks.
Henson Park Plan of Management amendment Council is making two amendments to these plans and would like to hear your thoughts. Feedback closes 22 September.
New Pay by Plate Parking metres The new meters are more convenient, paperless and quicker to use. You can also download an App to remotely locate available parking and pay.
Planning for Hammond Park, Ashfield We are developing 10-year plans for this well loved open space and want to hear from you. Let us know what you love, what could change and what needs to be added. Closing 11 September
Inner West Council’s GreenWay vision gets funding boost The 5.8km corridor linking the Cooks River at Earlwood with the Parramatta River at Iron Cove called the GreenWay is one step closer to fruition.
Council youth initiatives win at Local Government Week Awards Council’s Youth Week festival won Most Inclusive Youth Week Program at last night’s Local Government Week Awards.
Public notices Legislation requires Inner West Council to publish information on certain proposed changes.
Inner West Supper Club - Exploring new ways to reduce food waste Discover creative ways to cook, preserve and plan delicious meals to help reduce food waste. We have some great prizes for participants.
Perrottet reneges on funding suburban grounds to roll out the pork barrel for Stuart Ayres Despite numerous commitments to fund suburban sports grounds, Dominic Perrottet has opted instead to spend upward of $300 million to build Penrith Stadium in an attempt to try and save the marginal se ...
New Art at Newtown’s ArtSeat by Geoff Harvey The latest ArtSeat is a series of collages made from salvaged Lino floor coverings.
EDGE Sydenham 2022 – Fuelling Creativity EDGE Sydenham features two wintry weekends of art and performance, Friday 12 – Sunday 21 August.
Inner West Film Festival - EOI Now Open We are looking for experienced cultural organisations or businesses to deliver an Inner West Film Festival. Expressions of interest are open until22 August.
What’s on at the Libraries in August There’s something for all ages this month at Inner West libraries.
Henson Park to star in AFLW 2022 season Henson Park features significantly in the official 2022 NAB AFLW Season, which has just been announced by the AFL.
Yirran Gumal rated EXCEEDING the National Quality Standards One of Council’s newest early learning centres has been recognised for its hard work.
Balmain Town Hall Precinct to be revitalised Council is developing plans for the revitalisation of the Balmain Town Hall precinct, which takes in the area from Balmain PCYC to the new Balmain Square.
Locals with a passion for public policy wanted for new Local Democracy Groups The Inner West is seeking recruits with local knowledge and a passion for social policy to join its Local Democracy Groups.
Inner West to host IGLFA World Championships at Sydney World Pride, February 2023 Council, the Flying Bats FC, Sydney Rangers FC and Pride Football Australia are uniting to host an LGBTIQA+ 11-a-side soccer tournament coinciding with Sydney World Pride.
Inner West is now 100% renewable and 100% divested from fossil fuels Inner West has today become the first local government in Australia to be 100 percent divested from fossil fuels and 100 percent powered by renewable energy.
Inner West 2022 Citizens of the Year awarded Indigenous activist Cheree Toka and the long-standing leader of Newtown Neighbourhood Centre, Liz Yeo, are Inner West Council’s 2022 Citizens of the Year.
Draft De-amalgamation Business Case – have your say Council is preparing a business case for the NSW Minister for Local Government to make a final decision on the de-amalgamation. Here's how to have your say
Henson Park upgrade now fully funded and ready to proceed After years of campaigning for an upgrade to Henson Park, the Newtown Jets, the NSW/ ACT AFL and the Inner West Council are celebrating a victory, with the NSW Government finally agreeing to match the ...
EOI for Regular hire of indoor venues 2023 Our annual Expressions of Interest (EOI) for regular hire of indoor venues (covering January-December 2023) is now open.
Perrottet neglects Leichhardt Oval for twelve straight budgets Despite proclaiming himself a Wests Tigers fan, Dominic Perrottet has delivered yet another budget in which Leichhardt Oval does not get a red cent in funding.
Mayors across Australia endorse Uluru Statement From the Heart Mayors from across Australia have today voted to endorse the Uluru Statement From the Heart. The motion from Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne, committing councils to a grass roots campaign to build awaren ...
Aboriginal flag costs nothing to fly over the bridge Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne says Premier Perrottet’s claim that flying the Aboriginal Flag permanently over the Harbour Bridge will cost $25 million is absurd.
Inner West calls for facial recognition to be withdrawn from local stores Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has today written to companies who have been caught making use of facial recognition technology for surveillance to stop this invasive monitoring of customers in Inner Wes ...
Building Song at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery will host a site-specific two-week residency and world premiere performance, Building Song.
Budget delivers for the community Inner West Council is delivering on key commitments made in the recent local government elections in its 2022 - 2023 Budget.
Linda Burney to address Uluru Statement forum in Marrickville Watch the live stream of this event on Facebook or YouTube on Thursday 16 June at 6.30pm. Details here.
Little Greece community celebration Council will launch the Little Greece precinct in Marrickville at a community celebration on Saturday 18 June.
Inner West Arts and Music Summit a success Yesterday, at Marrickville Town Hall, musicians, performers, promoters, creative businesses and elected representatives came together to work on a blueprint for the Inner West arts sector.
Customer service stall coming to the streets near you We're hosting regular monthly Customer Service Stalls throughout the area on Saturdays. Find dates and locations near you.
Council congratulates Safdar Ahmed Director of the Refugee Arts Project at Inner West Council’s Thirning Villa has won Book of the Year at the NSW Premier's Literary Awards.
Council launches inaugural Local Matters Forum in Marrickville Council’s first Local Matters Forum last night was enthusiastically embraced by local Marrickville residents.
What’s on at the Libraries in June Learn how to brew beer, use your smartphone to create great videos, or celebrate Make Music Day at one of Council’s libraries in June.
2022 Reconciliation Week in the Inner West - Be Brave. Make Change Inner West Council will celebrate National Reconciliation Week, 27 May to 3 June.
Council issues emergency orders for Balmain Leagues Club Council has issued emergency orders that require the derelict and dangerous Balmain Leagues Club site to be cleaned up and made safe. This is in response to the NSW Government’s refusal to clean up th ...
Heritage restoration of Dawn Fraser Baths wins The heritage restoration of Dawn Fraser Baths has won the prestigious President’s Prize at the 28th annual National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards.
Rat baits and secondary poisoning Council is urging residents to use traps or safer baits for household rodent control.
Tackling illegal dumping Council will renew its efforts to tackle illegal dumping on residential streets.
Inner West determined to build skate plaza At last night’s meeting, it was resolved to press ahead with the construction of a promised new Skate Plaza in Lilyfield. Council voted 14 to 1 in favour of the Skate Plaza.
Inner West votes to issue demolition order on Balmain Leagues Club Council will issue a demolition order on the derelict and unsafe Balmain Leagues Club if the NSW Government fails to act to ensure the site is safe.
More inclusive playgrounds for Inner West Inclusive playgrounds will be established in all five wards of Inner West Council local government area.
Fuel Creativity at EDGE Art Camp on the GreenWay Over 12 days, EDGE Art Camp on the GreenWay will see nature and creativity converge in a dynamic, immersive arts hub on the banks of Iron Cove Bay at Lilyfield.
Response to Balmain Leagues Club fire The large fire at Balmain Leagues Club yesterday was no surprise. We have repeatedly and publicly called on the NSW Government to allow this building to be demolished because of the fire and safety th ...
Local sport wins with upgraded Tempe Reserve Today Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne along with local sporting club officials opened the first stage of the upgraded Tempe Reserve sporting grounds.
Steve 'Blocker' Roach and Darcy Byrne release Leichhardt Oval plans In anticipation of a NSW Government funding commitment to upgrade Leichhardt Oval, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne, Councillor Philippa Scott and Balmain Tigers legend Steve Roach have today put forward ...
The Inner West on track for record amount of tree planting Inner West Council is on track to exceed its previous record of tree planting in parks and streets across the area. Since a new programme of tree plantings began in 2020, more than 3200 mature trees h ...
Mother of Invention at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Petersham assemblage artist Gillian Wright will exhibit her sculptures at Inner West Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery.
Premier’s decade-long refusal to fund suburban grounds could cost NSW a Grand Final Dominic Perrottet’s refusal to honour an agreement with the NRL to adequately fund upgrades to suburban grounds has opened the door for Queensland and Victoria to swoop in and steal future NRL Grand F ...
Help Council improve its Customer Service Expressions of Interest are invited from Inner West citizens for Council’s new sub-committee focused on Customer Service.
Newtown Boarding house appeal update Newtown Neighbourhood Centre appeal to raise funds to directly benefit the residents affected by the Boarding House fire in Albermarle Street Newtown has raised $35,000.
Join the Newtopian Sleepout and raise funds for Newtown Neighbourhood Centre Council is supporting Newtown Neighbourhood Centre’s fifth Newtopian Sleepout event on 10 May.
Inner West to trial public EV charging stations As Australia continues its slow transition from petrol to electric powered vehicles, the Inner West faces some unique challenges. Not the least of which is the recharging issue with less than 40% of r ...
Vision for Henson Park ready and waiting for NSW Government funding The NSW Government’s Multi-Sport Community Facility Fund 2021-22 grants will be announced in May. Council is supporting AFL NSW/ACT and Newtown Jets grant application to upgrade Henson Park to a multi ...
2022 ANZAC Day in the Inner West Council and Balmain-Rozelle RSL will hold an ANZAC Day Commemorative Dawn Service at Balmain’s Loyalty Square from 6am on Monday 25 April.
Council demands safety upgrade at dangerous pedestrian crossing Council is demanding urgent and long-overdue safety upgrades to the Frederick Street Ashfield pedestrian crossing.
Winter swimming to continue at Dawn Fraser Baths Council will continue the winter swimming program at Dawn Fraser Baths after making some safety improvements.
Operation Trance - keeping the community safe Officers from Leichhardt Highway Patrol joined Council staff to conduct a proactive pedestrian and cyclist safety campaign, Operation Trance, on Tuesday 12 April.
Helping the children of asylum seekers Council will assist some of the 400 children of asylum seekers who are currently denied access to affordable childcare.
NSW Government must fix deplorable boarding house situation Council is calling on the NSW Government to urgently review the management and regulation of boarding houses, in the wake of the Newtown boarding house fire tragedy.
The Salons at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery will be transformed into a bohemian-style salon in a group exhibition opening soon.
Jamie finds supportive culture at Inner West Council Inner West Council staff member and former Citizen of the Year Jamie De Paulo stars in a new campaign to raise awareness of the successful contribution people living with disability are making to work ...
Entries now invited for the 2022 Built Environment Awards Submissions are now open for the 2022 Built Environment Awards, comprising the Marrickville Medal for Conservation and the Inner West Urban Photography Competition.
Marrickville Golf Course Saved – once and for all Inner West Council has secured the future of Marrickville Golf, Sporting and Community Club by entering into a 21-year lease. The lease was signed yesterday and marked a historic moment for the club i ...
Inner West Arts Recovery Summit The Inner West creative community coming together for the Inner West Arts Recovery Summit.
Apply for Perfect Match 2022 Inner West Council’s Perfect Match is back in 2022 and applications are now open
Leichhardt Oval to host first ever NRLW Semi-Finals this Sunday Leichhardt Oval has once again been chosen to host a major sporting event in the first ever NRLW semi-finals series on Sunday 3 April.
Have your say on Leichhardt Skate Park Inner West residents are invited to comment on plans for the long awaited Leichhardt Skate Park, which is now on public exhibition.
Transgender Flags flying proudly in the Inner West Today is Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to celebrate, but also to call for the changes still necessary to improve the lives of transgender people.
Resident safety endangered by Tempe Bunnings traffic plan The battle over a new Bunnings super store in Tempe, which poses a threat to the safety of local pedestrians, will come to a head tomorrow when the matter is heard by the State Government’s Eastern Sy ...
Birchgrove wharf temporary ferry service disruption The F8 (Cockatoo Island to Circular Quay) service will not be able to stop at Birchgrove Wharf from Monday 11 April 2022 for approximately three weeks.
Young Creatives Awards 2022 The Young Creative Awards open on 1 April to young people aged between 12 - 24, who study, work or live in the Inner West Council area.
Heritage Festival 2022 – Get Curious This year’s Heritage Festival, held under the auspices of the National Trust, takes place Friday 1 April – Tuesday 31 May.
Uncanny at Chrissie Cotter Gallery An exhibition that raises important questions about gender is the next to feature at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery.
Waste collection services have returned to the normal schedule Council thanks the community for their patience.
Air pollution in White Bay to continue until at least 2024 Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne is urging the NSW Government to end the decade-long delay and begin work immediately on providing Ship to Shore power for The White Bay Cruise Terminal.
‘Pride Square’ for Newtown Council will seek to rename the public square outside Newtown Town Hall ‘Pride Square’ in time for Sydney WorldPride in early 2023.
Anti-racism strategy for Inner West Council will develop an anti-racism strategy which recognises that racism exists in all communities and that local government has a role and responsibility in combatting race discrimination in all its ...
Youth Week 2022 In collaboration with local young people and youth services, we are celebrating Youth Week 23 March - 22 April with a wide variety of activities throughout the Inner West.
Fix Sydney's worst pedestrian crossing now, says Council Council will pressure the NSW Government to finally approve the long-awaited safety upgrade to the Dulwich Hill railway station pedestrian crossing.
Teaching a learner driver? This FREE workshop will teach parents and supervisors how to plan driving sessions, how to use the learner driver log book and how to give learners constructive feedback. Give your learner driver the ...
“Life Force” - the Interconnectedness of all things at Chrissie Cotter Gallery Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery will soon host Ashfield artist Reiko Azuma’s exhibition, Life Force.
Alaska the Husky reunited with her owner Our Companion Animal Officers rescued a Husky named Alaska that got lost during the recent storms/floods. We were so happy to see her reunited with her owner.
Council wins at the Master Builders Excellence in Construction Awards Three of Council’s major infrastructure projects have won prestigious NSW Master Builders Excellence in Construction Awards.
Stanmore Library closed on Thursday 3 March Stanmore Library will be closed on Thursday 3 March. As part of Council's move to being carbon neutral by December 2025 we are upgrading the lighting to more efficient and better quality LEDs. We apol ...
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