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Tougher penalties needed for asbestos contamination

Inner West Council is calling on the NSW Parliament to legislate tougher penalties for businesses and individuals who cause asbestos contamination.

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Teaching a Learner driver? Join our free online workshop!

Ensure your learner driver has the best start by attending this free 1.5 hour workshop.

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Four new Special Entertainment Precincts for the Inner West

Following the outstanding success of Sydney’s first Special Entertainment Precinct at Enmore Road, Inner West Council is proposing four more precincts in Darling Street Balmain/Rozelle, Marrickv ...

Transurban profiteering not helping to fix Rozelle Interchange

Following today’s revelations from Professor Allan Fels, that the public will pay the cost of constructing WestConnex three times over in toll revenue to Transurban, Inner West Council is callin ...

Ashfield mental health hospital should be repurposed for good by Wesley Mission

Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has today condemned the imminent closure of the Wesley Hospital in Ashfield and called on Wesley Mission to repurpose the facility for the good of the community, not to ju ...

Proposal to rezone the whole of the Inner West to 6 storeys is absurd

Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne: "Today's revelations that the Department of Planning is proposing to rezone the entirety of the Inner West for 6 storey development are greatly concerning."

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Artists announced for EDGE Inner West × Biennale 2024

Inner West Council is very proud to announce the artists commissioned for EDGE Inner West 2024.

Biennale at White Bay needs more transport links

Inner West Council is calling on the NSW Government to urgently provide a shuttle bus service to the White Bay Power Station when the Biennale opens there this Friday.

Inner West Mardi Gras Parade Screening returns for second year

Following last year’s inaugural event the Inner West Council is again hosting a screening of Mardi Gras parade live on the big screen at Camperdown Memorial Rest Park in Newtown.

Rozelle Parklands asbestos clean-up delayed 1 month

The Environment Protection Authority has now abandoned today's legal deadline for the clean-up of asbestos at the Rozelle Parklands and surrounding areas.

Inner West demands compensation for WestInvest rort

Following the release of the Auditor General's scathing investigation into $5 billion WestInvest fund, Inner West Council, the primary victim of the rort, is calling for the NSW Treasurer and Premier ...

Inner West Council issues asbestos clean-up notices to John Holland and CPB

Inner West Council is taking legal action to force John Holland and CPB, the contractors who built Rozelle Parklands and the Rozelle Interchange, to expedite the clean-up of the asbestos contamination ...

New friable asbestos in Rozelle shows clean-up is off track

Today’s discovery of new friable asbestos at a location on Victoria Road in Rozelle shows that John Holland and CPB are not on track to meet the Environment Protection Authority’s orders t ...

NSW moving too slowly on rental reforms

With the housing affordability and rental crisis deepening by the day, the NSW Government is not acting urgently enough to enact new renter's rights and provide support to tenants.

Mayor welcomes first sign of transparency on Rozelle Interchange

Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has today welcomed the announcement by Roads Minister, John Graham, that travel time data for roads surrounding the Rozelle Interchange will now be made publicly available ...

Inner West Council to stop the spread of tobacconists

The Inner West Council has now resolved to stop the spread of tobacconist and vape shops in the Inner West.

Inner West Council demands bolder action on housing supply

Inner West Council is offering to work with the NSW Government on their housing reforms while proposing that the Government pull more levers to address the crisis.

Inner West condemns Greenlife arrogance and offers new Fair Day location

The comments from Greenlife Resource Recovery that the asbestos crisis across Sydney is not their problem is the height of arrogance and should be retracted.

Balmain Leagues Club demolition delayed yet again

Council has been informed by Heworth, the owner of the Balmain Leagues Club site, that they will not be commencing their approved 12 storey mixed-use development and will instead apply to the NSW Gove ...

Feel the Love 2024: free pride event this weekend

Experience the love at Feel the Love 2024, a celebration for LGBTQIA+ families this Saturday 10 February at Newtown Neighbourhood Centre.

Inner West to engage constructively in housing reforms

The housing supply crisis in Sydney is real and all councils have a responsibility to help solve it. In the Inner West, we are carefully assessing the housing reforms the Government has put forward an ...

Renters' Rights and Affordable Housing Stakeholder Forum

Inner West Council is proud to hold the first Renters' Rights and Affordable Housing Stakeholder Forum at the Marrickville Pavilion at Marrickville Library.

Mayor calls for Inquiry into Rozelle Interchange and WestConnex

Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne is calling for a Parliamentary Inquiry into WestConnex and the Rozelle Interchange to find out who knew what and when about the design of this infrastructure disaster.

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Opt-in weekly red bin service proposed for Inner West food recycling

Labor Councillors have today proposed to further strengthen Inner West food recycling by providing a free, opt-in weekly red bin collection for residents who need more support.

Mayor cautiously welcomes concessions on Rozelle Interchange

Inner West Mayor, Darcy Byrne, has today cautiously welcomed concessions by Transport for NSW on mitigating traffic congestion on Victoria Road and the City West Link.

Mayor calls for more action on Rozelle Interchange traffic

With schools reopening and peak traffic recommencing, Inner West Mayor, Darcy Byrne, has today called on Transport for NSW to do more to prevent the return of unacceptable traffic congestion on Victor ...

Contractors have washed their hands of Rozelle asbestos mess

One month after asbestos contamination was first reported at Rozelle Parklands, the contractors who built the park, John Holland and CPB, are still arrogantly refusing to meet with the local community ...

John Holland and CPB can’t be trusted on asbestos clean up

Following yesterday’s announcement about the clean-up of asbestos contamination in Rozelle Parklands, maximum scrutiny must be applied to contractors John Holland and CPB because they can’ ...

Inner West Kids Fest is back tommorrow with free headline act The Vegetable Plot!

Inner West Council is proud to announce that the inaugural Kids Fest 2024 launches this Saturday at Enmore Park. Join us for an afternoon of free, epic family fun with excellent food, music, ...

Response to discovery of asbestos at Rozelle Parklands

Council has been notified by the NSW Government about the discovery of asbestos contamination in the newly opened Rozelle Parklands.

Inner west parks free and non-ticketed on new year’s eve

The Inner West Council has made all of it’s viewing areas free and non-ticketed for people who want to enjoy the fireworks displays on New Year’s Eve.

Rozelle Interchange and Rozelle Parklands Masterplan: Have your say

We are seeking community feedback on the Rozelle Interchange traffic issues and planning for Rozelle Parklands.

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Beat the Heat: Keeping cool in the Inner West

Hot weather can pose serious health risks. Learn what to do in a heatwave and where to keep cool in the Inner West.

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Notice of amendment to the Marrickville DCP 2011

Council has adopted amendments to the Marrickville DCP 2011 specific to the Enmore Road special entertainment precinct.

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Leichhardt Oval open as a public park this summer

Council has opened up the iconic Wayne Pearce Hill to public access as a park through summer 2023/24, from Monday to Friday, sunrise to sunset.

Inner West convenes Mayoral Summit on rezoning plans

Inner West Mayor, Darcy Byrne will today convene a summit of all mayors in whose communities the NSW Government has announced new 8 high density zones. Planning Minister Paul Scully will be invited to ...

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Plan to save Leichhardt Oval submitted to State and Federal Governments

Inner West Council has written to the State and Federal Governments seeking a joint funding partnership to save one of the State’s most loved and best used community sporting venues based on the ...

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Leichhardt Oval opened as a public park

Inner West Council has opened up the iconic Leichhardt Oval to public access as a park. Residents are now able to enjoy a picnic and a play on the Wayne Pearce Hill, Monday to Friday from sun-up to su ...

Transurban missing in action

Inner West Mayor, Darcy Byrne has today called on Transurban to end their deafening silence on the traffic fiasco at the Rozelle Interchange and start contributing to solutions.

Prime Minister to open Australia’s first purpose-built dementia park

Inner West Council is thrilled the Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, will officially open Lewis Herman Reserve – Australia’s first purpose-built dementia park – on Monday 4 December.

Celebrating International Day of People with Disability

Over the weekend, we commenced two weeks of celebrations in the Inner West to mark International Day of People with Disability!

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Rozelle Interchange public meeting called

Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has today convened a public meeting to address the traffic chaos caused by the opening of the Rozelle Interchange.

Inner West Council cements the future of Gladstone Park Bowling Club

Inner West Council and Gladstone Park Bowling Club are proud to announce they have agreed terms for a new 20 year lease, ensuring the future of the much-loved community club.

Inner West Council supports ceasefire in Gaza

At this week’s meeting, Inner West Council resolved support for a ceasefire in Gaza as well as a range of measures to provide practical support to communities in the Inner West affected by the h ...

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Find out when your verge will be mowed

We are excited to announce our new verge mowing service date tool.

Inner West Council to rename street in Ashfield, Quong Tart Plaza

As part of the Inner West’s commitment to honouring the contribution our immigrant communities have made to creating our diverse and vibrant villages, Inner West Council is proposing to rename H ...

Famous music educator Richard Gill's legacy lives on in the Inner West's Stanmore Music Festival

Inner West Council is thrilled to announce this year’s Stanmore Music Festival this weekend.

Inner West Council wins prestigious 2023 Bluett Award

Inner West Council is thrilled to announce that it has won the highly prestigious A.R. Bluett Memorial Award for outstanding achievement in local government.

Notice of site-specific amendment to the Leichhardt DCP 2013

Council has adopted a site-specific amendment to the Leichhardt Development Control Plan 2013 for 122-130 Pyrmont Bridge Road and 206 Parramatta Road, Annandale.

White Bay Power Station becomes new home of the 2024 Sydney Biennale

Inner West Council welcomes the announcement that the new home of the 2024 Sydney Biennale will be the White Bay Power Station precinct.

Inner West aims to lead on disability employment

In a local government first, Inner West Council has committed $100,000 to map out opportunities for disability employment throughout the whole organisation.

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EDGE Inner West 2024

In 2024, EDGE Inner West will be presented in partnership with the Biennale of Sydney across three weekends in April.

Built Environment Awards Announced

Inner West Council has announced the winners of the 2023 Built Environment Awards. This year's theme was “Sharing stories of our built environment”.

Reusable sanitary product rebates for Inner West residents

Make eco-friendly choices and save money with 50% rebates on cloth nappies and reusable sanitary products.

Public notice: Financial Statements 2022-23

In accordance with Section 418 (3) of the Local Government Act 1993 (NSW), Inner West Council advises that the Extraordinary Council Meeting to be held on Tuesday 13 December 2022 will include the pre ...

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Reach beyond: Seniors Festival 2024 announced!

Save the date! Get ready to celebrate and ‘Reach Beyond’ when Seniors Festival returns March 11-24, 2024.

Sydney’s biggest and best Marrickville Music Festival launches this weekend

Marrickville Music Festival is back and bigger than ever!

EOI for Regular hire of indoor venues 2024

Our annual Expressions of Interest (EOI) for regular hire of indoor venues (covering January-December 2023) is now open.

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Inner West food recycling starts today

The expansion of food recycling to all free-standing homes in the Inner West launches today with a range of support being offered to residents to transition to the new service.

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Inclusion Festival 2023: EOI for performers now open!

We are calling for established local bands, musicians and community performers with disability be part of Inclusion Festival 2023!

Go Heaps Mad this October for Mental Health Month

Local creatives, get your act together to celebrate Mental Health Month 2023.

Inner West food recycling to begin with support for residents

The expansion of food recycling to all free-standing homes in the Inner West will commence on Monday 9 October with a range of support being offered to residents to transition to the new service.

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Don’t run the risk: walk, cycle and cross the light rail with care

Do your bit for a safer trip these school holidays.

Inner West Council elects its youngest Deputy Mayor

At last night’s Inner West Mayoral election, Councillor Chloe Smith was elected Deputy Mayor.

Tunnel vision for GreenWay corridor as construction begins

Inner West residents will soon be able to walk or cycle between the Cooks River and the Bay Run.

Dementia Action Awareness Week

Learn more about dementia and participate in free community events during Dementia Action Awareness Week.

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Be prepared for any emergency: Download the Get Prepared app

During Emergency Ready Week, Council is urging all residents to plan ahead by downloading the free Get Prepared app.

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Community-Driven ‘Customer Service on Wheels’

In a ‘Sydney-first’ move Inner West Council has launched a new mobile customer service team, bringing customer service direct to the community.

Food Recycling is Coming to Every Inner West Home

A new food recycling service is about to be rolled out to every Inner West home in a reform that will massively reduce carbon emissions and save ratepayers millions of dollars in landfill fees.

Sydney’s leading cross-cultural music festival launches this weekend

Kicking off with a community horn and drums parade led by the Ghanaian Drumming Ensemble and the Ottoman Marching Band, the streets of Ashfield will be alive this Friday from 6pm.

$5 million GreenWay Bay Run and Lighting Upgrade perfect spring start

Inner West Council is excited to officially open the Bay Run Pathway and Lighting Upgrade tomorrow, Saturday 9 September.

New $7.5M Inner West Main Streets Revitalisation Program open

Inner West Council has opened applications for a new $7.5 M Main Streets Revitalisation Fund.

Inner West Pride Centre sod-turning

Inner West Council is thrilled to announce that work began today on our new Inner West Pride Centre.

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Inner West Sydney all in for Yes

Inner West Council has today launched its grassroots campaign to support Yes at the soon-to-be announced referendum on the Voice to Parliament.

Leichhardt Oval proposed as women’s sports hub

On the back of the women’s World Cup, Inner West Council is proposing Leichhardt Oval as a permanent hub for women’s sport.

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Sydney Fringe lights up the inner west

Explore an incredible program of music, comedy, theatre performance and more, when Sydney Fringe Festival returns this September.

Collaboration to deliver for community at Rozelle Parklands

The Minns Labor Government will work with Inner West Council and Transport for NSW (Transport) to undertake a new Masterplan for Rozelle Parklands.

Inner West Council identifies potential sites for affordable housing

Following an audit of land owned by the Inner West Council, 10 sites so far have been identified as opportunities for developing affordable housing on Council land.

Inner West Council offers more flexibility

Inner West Council responds to community requests for more accessible and flexible services, enhancing customer service with a Mobile Outreach Team and an expanded stall schedule.

Uncover an eclectic world of creative spaces in the Inner West, when EDGE Creative Trails Midjuburi returns this weekend

Inner West Council proudly launches our 2023 EDGE Creative Trails Midjuburi event this weekend.

Victoria Road rip off of Rozelle community

Despite years of promises from the former NSW Government that Victoria Road would be transformed for the better at the completion of WestConnex Stage 3, it has now been revealed that there was not a s ...

Yeo Park safety fencing works

Urgent fencing works are being commissioned by the School Infrastructure NSW around the perimeter of the Yeo Park Infants School.

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Supporting arts and culture in the Inner West

Council proudly supports local creatives through our Arts and Music Recovery Plan 2023 and Creative Inner West: Cultural Strategy 2022-2025.

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Leichhardt Park's Skate Park opens

Much-anticipated skate park finally opens in the Inner West after years of Council and community advocacy.

Iconic Henson Park festival set to draw more than 10,000 fans

Inner West Council is excited to support the ever-popular Beer Footy Food Festival at Henson Park on Saturday 22 July.

Applications open for Perfect Match street art program

Inner West Council is thrilled to open a fresh round of applications for the hugely popular Perfect Match street art program.

New streamlined process to apply for food vendor licences

Starting from 1 July, food vendors can apply for a single licence to trade at all Inner West markets and events through our user-friendly portal.

Inner West supports NAIDOC Week Elders Lunch

Inner West Council is excited to support National NAIDOC Week and this year’s theme For Our Elders during the week-long celebration.

Three parks open after extensive upgrades

Much-loved parks in the Inner West open to the community after extensive upgrades

Newtown Jets to host inaugural Welcome Day celebration

Inner West Council is excited to support the inaugural Welcome Day 2023 at Henson Park on Saturday 24 June.

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Leichhardt Oval upgrade plan ready for public input

Sydney’s most iconic suburban ground is one step closer to the renovation it so desperately needs with a preliminary plan for the upgrading of Leichhardt Oval ready for public engagement and inp ...

Ireland and the Inner West come together for Matildas’ first game

The Consul General of the Republic of Ireland, Rosie Keane and Inner West Mayor, Darcy Byrne have agreed to partner in a major public screening of the Matildas first game of the World Cup against the ...

Inner West Arts and Music Recovery Plan boosts creative sector

Inner West Council is rolling out a raft of initiatives to invigorate the local arts and live music scene.

A Perfect Match - Inner West and Marrickville Metro celebrate two-year anniversary

Inner West Council is thrilled to showcase nearly 40 amazing artworks this weekend at Marrickville Metro as part of celebrations marking the two-year anniversary.

Reconciliation Golf Day a chance to yarn and connect

Inner West Council is thrilled to support the Reconciliation Golf Tournament hosted by Marrickville Golf, Sporting and Community Club on Friday 2 June as part of Reconciliation Week

Bundjalung Elder Boe Rambaldini honoured at Community Awards

Health advocate Boe Rambaldini has been named Inner West Council Adult Citizen of the Year at a community celebration held at Marrickville Town Hall.

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Food Recycling coming to every house in the Inner West

Following the previous delivery of a food recycling program to apartments throughout the Inner West, a full food and garden waste recycling program will be rolled out to every Inner West household in ...

A space for everyone at Inner West festivals

Inner West Council has completed a successful pilot program providing dedicated Sensory Spaces to ensure everyone can enjoy our festivals.

Be a voice for reconciliation in our everyday lives

Inner West Council will reflect this year’s Reconciliation Week theme ‘Be a Voice for Generations’ through a range of talks, workshops and events.

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Special vibrations at EDGE GreenWay

Inner West Council is excited to invite everyone to discover arts and culture within our vibrant green corridor throughout EDGE GreenWay 2023.