News and announcements Footpath and road inspections Council’s contractor will be undertaking detailed video imaging and condition assessments. Artists can apply now to be part of EDGE Sydenham Inner West creatives can apply for funding to develop innovative artworks and projects as part of EDGE Sydenham. Lewisham to Newtown cycle link complete Council has completed the cycleway linking Petersham Station and King Street, Newtown. 2021 Inner West Citizens of the Year Inner West Council Citizen of the Year is historian, librarian, archivist, published author, educator and speaker Chrys Meader. Refurbished Haberfield Centre and Library now open Council has opened the $4.3 million upgrade and expansion of Haberfield Centre and Library. 'Natura Morta' at Chrissie Cotter Gallery 'Natura Morta' at Chrissie Cotter Gallery explores aspects of humanity’s relationship with nature and the climate crisis, and invites viewers to get active and collect waste in exchange for works on v ... Mayor’s push to make Rozelle Parklands NSW’s premium sporting precinct Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne is calling on the NSW Government to amend the Rozelle Parkland’s Urban Design and Landscape Plan (UDLP) to add additional sporting facilities and public, once WestConnex’s ... Reconciliation Week in the Inner West Inner West Council will celebrate National Reconciliation Week, 27 May to 3 June. Artists invited to take part in 2021 Creative Trails Applications are invited from studios, galleries and artist-run initiatives (ARIs) for Midjuburi (Marrickville ward) Creative Trails weekend on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 August 2021. 2021 Built Environment Awards announced Extensive conservation works to iconic Victorian gothic mansion The Abbey in Annandale has won the 2021 Marrickville Medal. Get ready for the second Inner West Fest Everyone’s invited to celebrate the very best of the Inner West at the second Inner West Fest - Gulgadya, Friday 14 – Sunday 23 May. Last weekend! EDGE 2021: Art Camp on the GreenWay until 9 May Don’t miss the free tours, exhibitions, performances and workshops at the last weekend of EDGE 2021 Art Camp on the GreenWay, a 24-day onsite Artist in Residence project. Celebrating Compost Awareness Week: Sunday 2 May – Saturday 8 May Council will celebrate International Compost Awareness Week with giveaways, profiles of Inner West composters, a free workshop and tips for successful composting and worm farming. Have your say on a Vietnamese precinct Council is inviting local businesses, Vietnamese organisations and the local community to have a say on a proposed Vietnamese precinct along Illawarra Road in Marrickville. Apply now for Inner West Fests Council is inviting the community to submit ideas and proposals for the final three Inner West Fests. EDGE 2021: Art Camp on the GreenWay 16 April – 9 May EDGE 2021 Art Camp on the GreenWay is a 24-day onsite Artist in Residence project that will see nature and creativity converge in a dynamic, immersive arts hub on the banks of Iron Cove Bay at Lilyfie ... 2021 ANZAC Day in the Inner West Council and Balmain-Rozelle RSL's ANZAC Day Commemorative Dawn Service returns to Balmain’s Loyalty Square on Sunday 25 April. New General Manager for Inner West Council Mr Peter Gainsford has been appointed as the new General Manager of Inner West Council. 2021 Heritage Festival - Our Heritage for the Future Inner West Council Library and History, under the auspices of the National Trust, presents the 2021 Heritage Festival, 18 April - 19 May. 2021 Seniors Festival Council is hosting the 2021 Inner West Seniors Festival, Tuesday 13 – Saturday 24 April. Council asks government to speed up ‘exempt developments’. Council has written to the NSW Planning Minister requesting urgent approval of the Extended Trading Hours and Cultural Activities proposal $1 million stimulus needed to save Inner West performing venues Representatives of live music venues and theatres across the Inner West have joined together, calling on the NSW Government to immediately expand the $1 million assistance package for live performance ... Young Creatives Awards 2021 The Young Creatives Awards are now open to young people aged between 12 – 24, who study, work or live in the Inner West Council area. Youth Week 2021 - Together more than ever Council, in collaboration with local young people and youth services, is celebrating Youth Week 6 to 24 April with a wide variety of activities throughout the Inner West. 2021 Citizens of the Year and Amy Large awards now open Nominations are now open for Inner West Council’s 2021 Citizens of the Year, and Amy Large Volunteer of the Year awards. Every Inner West apartment to receive food recycling The delivery of food recycling into every apartment in the Inner West is about to be completed with the expansion of the service into the former Ashfield Municipality. Get ready for the first Inner West Fest Everyone’s invited to celebrate the very best of the Inner West at the first Inner West Fest, Friday 19 March – Sunday 28 March. New art at Newtown ArtSeat by Elia Bosshard The latest ArtSeat asks, “Who is the beating heart of Sydney, the creative-creators or profit-makers?” WestConnex settlement issues in Richard Murden Reserve Statement from Council Artists can apply now for GreenWay public art program Expressions of interest are now invited from artists for the GreenWay Missing Links Public Art Program. Mayor to hold crisis summit for live music venues in the Inner West With the news that iconic Inner West live music venue Old 505 Theatre is to close down at the end of March, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has announced he is holding crisis summit to discuss ways to he ... Callan Park tree removal Council removed 10 trees on Friday 26 February 2021 from land it leases in Callan Park for sports fields. Arts and live music to be legalised in shops, offices and industrial spaces Council is scrapping the need to submit a development application to hold live music, artistic and cultural events in shopfronts, offices and industrial premises. Council demands Cooks River trees be saved from destruction Council is leading the fight to save up to 1,000 trees along the Cooks River foreshore from destruction by two multinational companies. Submissions invited to establish Inner West LGBTIQ Pride Centre Expressions of Interest are now open to LGBTIQ or LGBTIQ-friendly organisations to establish a Pride Centre that will operate out of Newtown Town Hall. EOIs now open for community spaces at Summer Hill and Steel Park Two opportunities: manage and operate the Summer Hill Neighbourhood Centre and operate the Steel Park Community Rooms, Marrickville Clean Up Australia Day in the Inner West Council is encouraging local residents and community groups to get involved at a Clean Up site in the Inner West. Rainbow flag raising, Rainbow Crossing plaque unveiling, film launch for Mardi Gras Council is recognising and celebrating Mardi Gras with a flag raising, plaque unveiling and film launch tomorrow, Wednesday 17 February. Marrickville Road precinct formally recognised as ‘Little Greece’ Council on Tuesday night gave the final approval for the establishment of a Greek precinct in Marrickville, to be known as “Little Greece”. Artists now invited to take part in EDGE GreenWay 2021 Applications are invited now from creatives to participate in a three-week artist residency program on site at the GreenWay in Iron Cove Bay, Lilyfield. “Pop-grunge” paintings at Chrissie Cotter Gallery An exhibition of bold new original “expressive pop-grunge” paintings by Dirk Kruithof will feature in an exhibition at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery. Lunar New Year in the Inner West Celebrate the Lunar New Year, Year of the Metal Ox, in the Inner West. Inner West Mayor says Marrickville is set to formally become Little Greece Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne will move on Tuesday night that Council grant the final approval for the establishment of a Greek precinct in Marrickville, to be known as “Little Greece”. Apply for Perfect Match 2021 Council’s Perfect Match is back in 2021 and applications are now open. New art at Newtown ArtSeat by Kieran Butler Kieran Butler is the latest artist to feature at the Newtown ArtSeat. Transport Minister’s tunnel vision puts Tigers future in peril Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has slammed the Transport Minister Andrew Constance for his compulsory acquisition of the former Balmain Leagues Club site in Rozelle, saying the move will be the “final n ... Marrickville Library service disruption The Youth Area, Level 1 is currently closed due to emergency maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience. Entries now invited for the 2021 Built Environment Awards Entries are now open for the 2021 Built Environment Awards, comprising the Marrickville Medal for Conservation and the Inner West Urban Photography Competition. Council to honour inspiring women Council is inviting nominations from the community for the Inner West Honour Roll 2021. Northern Beaches cluster highlights risks of NSW Government’s inaction on New Year’s Eve In the wake of the COVID-19 cluster on the Northern Beaches, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has once again called on the NSW Government to provide COVID-safe plans for all parks on the Sydney Harbour Fo ... Changes to road safety laws and mobile speed cameras The NSW Government has announced proposed changes to drink and drug driving laws, and changes to the NSW Mobile Speed Camera Program in an effort to help reduce the road toll Towards Zero. Council announces successful 2020 grants Eighty-nine Inner West projects have received more than $500,000 in Council funding, as part of the Inner West Council 2020 Grant Program. Exodus Foundation needs urgent donations of toys New toys for children aged 5-15, including sporting goods or games, are desperately needed Pop Up Festive Tree community celebration Everyone’s invited to celebrate the installation of a new tree and public artwork in St Peters. ‘The Melody of Humanity’ video launch for Human Rights Day The Community Refugee Welcome Centre in Callan Park will mark Human Rights Day with the launch of The Melody of Humanity, a cross-cultural and multilingual music video. NSW Government’s inaction risks COVID-19 outbreak on New Year’s Eve The NSW Government’s refusal to put forward a COVID-safe plan for New Year’s Eve risks a major COVID-19 outbreak in Balmain and Birchgrove on December 31, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has warned. Ode to Australia Street at Newtown's ArtSeat 'Snapshot of Australia Street 2010 - 2016 A love letter to Newtown' was unveiled today. Inner West named Sport NSW Local Council of the Year Inner West Council has won the 2020 Local Council of the Year at the Sport NSW Community Sports Awards Revocation of Interim Heritage Order No. 5 affecting 436 Marrickville Road, Marrickville Inner West Council annoucement Blooming Arts exhibition at Chrissie Cotter Gallery The next exhibition at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery is the annual Blooming Arts which celebrates the work of artists with a disability, and supports their art practice. 16 Days of Activism in the Inner West Council will once again support the United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism to prevent gender-based violence. Inclusive Film Festival Council is hosting a free Inclusive Film Festival (IFF) on Friday 4 December to mark the 2020 International Day of People with Disability. Government demolition of White Bay power station would be an act of vandalism Yesterday’s announcement from Dominic Perrottet and Andrew Constance that they intend to demolish the historic White Bay Power Station is an obscene threat which, if carried out, would constitute a cr ... Inner West Council’s new Music Library The Inner West now has a Music Library, which was launched yesterday by Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne. Mayor slams State Government’s ‘unfair’ rates changes Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has criticised the Berejiklian Government's council rate harmonisation process for merged councils, saying that forcing through rates changes in 2021 without any phase-in ... Leichhardt and Campbelltown must not be left out in the cold by the NSW Government Greg Warren, the Member for Campbelltown and Darcy Byrne, Inner West Mayor, have joined forces in calling for fair funding for suburban NRL grounds so that the West Tigers can play more games at Campb ... Another big night of wins for Marrickville Library Another big night of wins for Marrickville Library at the 2020 National Trust Heritage Awards Deleted slush fund documents must be released by Premier Berejiklian according to department head From Mayor Darcy Byrne: I have today received correspondence from the Secretary of the Department of Premier and Cabinet, Tim Reardon, informing me that the deleted documents through which the Premier ... Marrickville Library wins at 2020 Australian Institute of Architect Awards Inner West Council’s magnificent Marrickville Library has won the prestigious David Oppenheim Award for Sustainable Architecture and was joint winner of the Sir Zelman Cowen Award for Public Architect ... 2020 GreenWay Art Prize winners announced The winner of the 2020 GreenWay Open Art Prize is Nicole Robins who has won a prize package valued at $6,000 for her work Agave Attenuata. Inner West Fest to replace large scale festivals and events Council is inviting the community to submit ideas and proposals on new ways of delivering events and activations in 2021 through the $400,000 Inner West Fest. Go Solar campaign wins Inner West Council has won the Community Engagement Achievement category for the Go Solar campaign at last night’s Cities Power Partnership 2020 Climate Awards. New acting General Manager for Inner West Brian Barrett has been appointed acting General Manager of Inner West Council. Applications open for Pride Centre Reference Panel Council is calling for applications for a Reference Panel that will provide advice and feedback in establishing an Inner West Pride Centre. Councils to pursue legal action over $252 million slush fund At its meeting on 27 October, Council resolved to pursue legal action against the NSW Government over their maladministration of the Stronger Communities Fund. Destruction of $252 million slush fund approval documents requires forensic examination From Mayor Darcy Byrne: Following testimony last Friday from the Premier’s advisor Sarah Lau that documents approving grants through the Government’s $252 million slush fund were shredded and deleted, ... Dubbo Council awarded $28 million sweetheart deal by Berejiklian and Barilaro It has been revealed that Gladys Berejiklian and John Barilaro personally intervened to award the National Party electorate of Dubbo an extraordinary $28 million through the Government’s $252 million ... Slush fund documents prove Premier’s involvement - forensic review must still be undertaken The release today by the Premier of some of the documents through which she approved $141 million in grants though the Government’s disgraced Stronger Communities program, demonstrate that she has lie ... Amazing new Ashfield Aquatic Centre open to the public Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne is encouraging locals to dive in and discover the new Ashfield Aquatic Centre, which opened to the public on the weekend. 'Alchemy' to be made at Chrissie Cotter Gallery A collaborative exhibition showcasing textiles, ceramics, painting, printmaking and mixed-media collage is the next to feature at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery. Council opens new childcare centre Council has opened a new childcare centre. The first phase of Yirran Gumal Early Learning Centre will start with a limited intake of 20 children per day from late October. Council affirms its opposition to uranium mining in NSW Council has unanimously affirmed its opposition to uranium mining in New South Wales. Annual Grants round now open Council offers grants for projects supporting a culturally diverse, progressive and sustainable Inner West. Save New Years Eves - Turn the fireworks to the Inner West Following revelations that the New Year's Eve fireworks may not proceed Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has today said he'll work with the NSW Government to save New Year's Eve and bring the fireworks to ... Fringe-EDGE Inner West Artist in Isolation Residencies applications now open Council is proud to be a Major Partner of the Sydney Fringe Festival 2020 program and is funding two Fringe-EDGE Inner West Artist in Isolation residency opportunities. Council to open EOI process for new Pride Centre in Newtown Council will launch an Expression of Interest (EOI) process calling for submissions from LGBTIQ or LGBTIQ-friendly organisations to manage a Pride Centre that will operate out of Newtown Town Hall. Council Local Democracy Groups membership applications now open Membership applications are now open for Council’s Local Democracy Groups. Marrickville Town Hall to become a live music venue Council has voted to convert Marrickville Town Hall into a live music and performing arts centre. 2020 Young Creatives Awards winners Inner West Library and History has announced who has won 2020 Young Creatives Awards. Council encourages everyone to 'Tune In' for Mental Health Month Take part in Council's Mental Health Month 'Tune In' short video competition. Applications now open for Chrissie Cotter Gallery and ArtSeat in 2021 Council is inviting local artists to submit ideas for the exhibition of artworks at the Newtown ArtSeat and Chrissie Cotter Gallery in 2021. Next phase commences in Council’s war on food waste Council will commence a new food organics collection in the former Marrickville Local Government Area. A ‘Public Housing Plan for Birds’ at Newtown’s ArtSeat Inner West Council has unveiled the latest artwork at Newtown ArtSeat. Councils to form Community to Community Relationship Inner West Council has initiated discussions with Eurobodalla Council on establishing a formal Community to Community Relationship. Haystacks solar garden information evening Inner West residents are invited to be part of Australia’s first large scale solar garden. Pesticide use notification Council will be carrying out weed spraying in all of its parks including sports fields from 26 August 2020 to 23 October 2020. New public art for Ashfield Aquatic Centre Council’s magnificent new aquatic centre in Ashfield, set for an October opening, now boasts a landmark new public artwork. Win for Council and the community in King George Park negotiations Transport for NSW (TfNSW) will compensate Council and the local community $2.875 million for the compulsory acquisition of 2,285sqm of land at King George Park. Next Perfect Match artwork by Wendy Sharpe Council’s unique Council initiative, Perfect Match, will hit new highs when the next commission is unveiled this month. Child safety Inner West Council has pleaded guilty to historical matters concerning Stanmore Out of School Hours Care Service (OOSHC) and has received a fine of $10,000. Immediate steps were taken at the time to a ... PagePrevious 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Next
Footpath and road inspections Council’s contractor will be undertaking detailed video imaging and condition assessments.
Artists can apply now to be part of EDGE Sydenham Inner West creatives can apply for funding to develop innovative artworks and projects as part of EDGE Sydenham.
Lewisham to Newtown cycle link complete Council has completed the cycleway linking Petersham Station and King Street, Newtown.
2021 Inner West Citizens of the Year Inner West Council Citizen of the Year is historian, librarian, archivist, published author, educator and speaker Chrys Meader.
Refurbished Haberfield Centre and Library now open Council has opened the $4.3 million upgrade and expansion of Haberfield Centre and Library.
'Natura Morta' at Chrissie Cotter Gallery 'Natura Morta' at Chrissie Cotter Gallery explores aspects of humanity’s relationship with nature and the climate crisis, and invites viewers to get active and collect waste in exchange for works on v ...
Mayor’s push to make Rozelle Parklands NSW’s premium sporting precinct Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne is calling on the NSW Government to amend the Rozelle Parkland’s Urban Design and Landscape Plan (UDLP) to add additional sporting facilities and public, once WestConnex’s ...
Reconciliation Week in the Inner West Inner West Council will celebrate National Reconciliation Week, 27 May to 3 June.
Artists invited to take part in 2021 Creative Trails Applications are invited from studios, galleries and artist-run initiatives (ARIs) for Midjuburi (Marrickville ward) Creative Trails weekend on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 August 2021.
2021 Built Environment Awards announced Extensive conservation works to iconic Victorian gothic mansion The Abbey in Annandale has won the 2021 Marrickville Medal.
Get ready for the second Inner West Fest Everyone’s invited to celebrate the very best of the Inner West at the second Inner West Fest - Gulgadya, Friday 14 – Sunday 23 May.
Last weekend! EDGE 2021: Art Camp on the GreenWay until 9 May Don’t miss the free tours, exhibitions, performances and workshops at the last weekend of EDGE 2021 Art Camp on the GreenWay, a 24-day onsite Artist in Residence project.
Celebrating Compost Awareness Week: Sunday 2 May – Saturday 8 May Council will celebrate International Compost Awareness Week with giveaways, profiles of Inner West composters, a free workshop and tips for successful composting and worm farming.
Have your say on a Vietnamese precinct Council is inviting local businesses, Vietnamese organisations and the local community to have a say on a proposed Vietnamese precinct along Illawarra Road in Marrickville.
Apply now for Inner West Fests Council is inviting the community to submit ideas and proposals for the final three Inner West Fests.
EDGE 2021: Art Camp on the GreenWay 16 April – 9 May EDGE 2021 Art Camp on the GreenWay is a 24-day onsite Artist in Residence project that will see nature and creativity converge in a dynamic, immersive arts hub on the banks of Iron Cove Bay at Lilyfie ...
2021 ANZAC Day in the Inner West Council and Balmain-Rozelle RSL's ANZAC Day Commemorative Dawn Service returns to Balmain’s Loyalty Square on Sunday 25 April.
New General Manager for Inner West Council Mr Peter Gainsford has been appointed as the new General Manager of Inner West Council.
2021 Heritage Festival - Our Heritage for the Future Inner West Council Library and History, under the auspices of the National Trust, presents the 2021 Heritage Festival, 18 April - 19 May.
2021 Seniors Festival Council is hosting the 2021 Inner West Seniors Festival, Tuesday 13 – Saturday 24 April.
Council asks government to speed up ‘exempt developments’. Council has written to the NSW Planning Minister requesting urgent approval of the Extended Trading Hours and Cultural Activities proposal
$1 million stimulus needed to save Inner West performing venues Representatives of live music venues and theatres across the Inner West have joined together, calling on the NSW Government to immediately expand the $1 million assistance package for live performance ...
Young Creatives Awards 2021 The Young Creatives Awards are now open to young people aged between 12 – 24, who study, work or live in the Inner West Council area.
Youth Week 2021 - Together more than ever Council, in collaboration with local young people and youth services, is celebrating Youth Week 6 to 24 April with a wide variety of activities throughout the Inner West.
2021 Citizens of the Year and Amy Large awards now open Nominations are now open for Inner West Council’s 2021 Citizens of the Year, and Amy Large Volunteer of the Year awards.
Every Inner West apartment to receive food recycling The delivery of food recycling into every apartment in the Inner West is about to be completed with the expansion of the service into the former Ashfield Municipality.
Get ready for the first Inner West Fest Everyone’s invited to celebrate the very best of the Inner West at the first Inner West Fest, Friday 19 March – Sunday 28 March.
New art at Newtown ArtSeat by Elia Bosshard The latest ArtSeat asks, “Who is the beating heart of Sydney, the creative-creators or profit-makers?”
Artists can apply now for GreenWay public art program Expressions of interest are now invited from artists for the GreenWay Missing Links Public Art Program.
Mayor to hold crisis summit for live music venues in the Inner West With the news that iconic Inner West live music venue Old 505 Theatre is to close down at the end of March, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has announced he is holding crisis summit to discuss ways to he ...
Callan Park tree removal Council removed 10 trees on Friday 26 February 2021 from land it leases in Callan Park for sports fields.
Arts and live music to be legalised in shops, offices and industrial spaces Council is scrapping the need to submit a development application to hold live music, artistic and cultural events in shopfronts, offices and industrial premises.
Council demands Cooks River trees be saved from destruction Council is leading the fight to save up to 1,000 trees along the Cooks River foreshore from destruction by two multinational companies.
Submissions invited to establish Inner West LGBTIQ Pride Centre Expressions of Interest are now open to LGBTIQ or LGBTIQ-friendly organisations to establish a Pride Centre that will operate out of Newtown Town Hall.
EOIs now open for community spaces at Summer Hill and Steel Park Two opportunities: manage and operate the Summer Hill Neighbourhood Centre and operate the Steel Park Community Rooms, Marrickville
Clean Up Australia Day in the Inner West Council is encouraging local residents and community groups to get involved at a Clean Up site in the Inner West.
Rainbow flag raising, Rainbow Crossing plaque unveiling, film launch for Mardi Gras Council is recognising and celebrating Mardi Gras with a flag raising, plaque unveiling and film launch tomorrow, Wednesday 17 February.
Marrickville Road precinct formally recognised as ‘Little Greece’ Council on Tuesday night gave the final approval for the establishment of a Greek precinct in Marrickville, to be known as “Little Greece”.
Artists now invited to take part in EDGE GreenWay 2021 Applications are invited now from creatives to participate in a three-week artist residency program on site at the GreenWay in Iron Cove Bay, Lilyfield.
“Pop-grunge” paintings at Chrissie Cotter Gallery An exhibition of bold new original “expressive pop-grunge” paintings by Dirk Kruithof will feature in an exhibition at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery.
Lunar New Year in the Inner West Celebrate the Lunar New Year, Year of the Metal Ox, in the Inner West.
Inner West Mayor says Marrickville is set to formally become Little Greece Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne will move on Tuesday night that Council grant the final approval for the establishment of a Greek precinct in Marrickville, to be known as “Little Greece”.
New art at Newtown ArtSeat by Kieran Butler Kieran Butler is the latest artist to feature at the Newtown ArtSeat.
Transport Minister’s tunnel vision puts Tigers future in peril Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has slammed the Transport Minister Andrew Constance for his compulsory acquisition of the former Balmain Leagues Club site in Rozelle, saying the move will be the “final n ...
Marrickville Library service disruption The Youth Area, Level 1 is currently closed due to emergency maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Entries now invited for the 2021 Built Environment Awards Entries are now open for the 2021 Built Environment Awards, comprising the Marrickville Medal for Conservation and the Inner West Urban Photography Competition.
Council to honour inspiring women Council is inviting nominations from the community for the Inner West Honour Roll 2021.
Northern Beaches cluster highlights risks of NSW Government’s inaction on New Year’s Eve In the wake of the COVID-19 cluster on the Northern Beaches, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has once again called on the NSW Government to provide COVID-safe plans for all parks on the Sydney Harbour Fo ...
Changes to road safety laws and mobile speed cameras The NSW Government has announced proposed changes to drink and drug driving laws, and changes to the NSW Mobile Speed Camera Program in an effort to help reduce the road toll Towards Zero.
Council announces successful 2020 grants Eighty-nine Inner West projects have received more than $500,000 in Council funding, as part of the Inner West Council 2020 Grant Program.
Exodus Foundation needs urgent donations of toys New toys for children aged 5-15, including sporting goods or games, are desperately needed
Pop Up Festive Tree community celebration Everyone’s invited to celebrate the installation of a new tree and public artwork in St Peters.
‘The Melody of Humanity’ video launch for Human Rights Day The Community Refugee Welcome Centre in Callan Park will mark Human Rights Day with the launch of The Melody of Humanity, a cross-cultural and multilingual music video.
NSW Government’s inaction risks COVID-19 outbreak on New Year’s Eve The NSW Government’s refusal to put forward a COVID-safe plan for New Year’s Eve risks a major COVID-19 outbreak in Balmain and Birchgrove on December 31, Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has warned.
Ode to Australia Street at Newtown's ArtSeat 'Snapshot of Australia Street 2010 - 2016 A love letter to Newtown' was unveiled today.
Inner West named Sport NSW Local Council of the Year Inner West Council has won the 2020 Local Council of the Year at the Sport NSW Community Sports Awards
Revocation of Interim Heritage Order No. 5 affecting 436 Marrickville Road, Marrickville Inner West Council annoucement
Blooming Arts exhibition at Chrissie Cotter Gallery The next exhibition at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery is the annual Blooming Arts which celebrates the work of artists with a disability, and supports their art practice.
16 Days of Activism in the Inner West Council will once again support the United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism to prevent gender-based violence.
Inclusive Film Festival Council is hosting a free Inclusive Film Festival (IFF) on Friday 4 December to mark the 2020 International Day of People with Disability.
Government demolition of White Bay power station would be an act of vandalism Yesterday’s announcement from Dominic Perrottet and Andrew Constance that they intend to demolish the historic White Bay Power Station is an obscene threat which, if carried out, would constitute a cr ...
Inner West Council’s new Music Library The Inner West now has a Music Library, which was launched yesterday by Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne.
Mayor slams State Government’s ‘unfair’ rates changes Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has criticised the Berejiklian Government's council rate harmonisation process for merged councils, saying that forcing through rates changes in 2021 without any phase-in ...
Leichhardt and Campbelltown must not be left out in the cold by the NSW Government Greg Warren, the Member for Campbelltown and Darcy Byrne, Inner West Mayor, have joined forces in calling for fair funding for suburban NRL grounds so that the West Tigers can play more games at Campb ...
Another big night of wins for Marrickville Library Another big night of wins for Marrickville Library at the 2020 National Trust Heritage Awards
Deleted slush fund documents must be released by Premier Berejiklian according to department head From Mayor Darcy Byrne: I have today received correspondence from the Secretary of the Department of Premier and Cabinet, Tim Reardon, informing me that the deleted documents through which the Premier ...
Marrickville Library wins at 2020 Australian Institute of Architect Awards Inner West Council’s magnificent Marrickville Library has won the prestigious David Oppenheim Award for Sustainable Architecture and was joint winner of the Sir Zelman Cowen Award for Public Architect ...
2020 GreenWay Art Prize winners announced The winner of the 2020 GreenWay Open Art Prize is Nicole Robins who has won a prize package valued at $6,000 for her work Agave Attenuata.
Inner West Fest to replace large scale festivals and events Council is inviting the community to submit ideas and proposals on new ways of delivering events and activations in 2021 through the $400,000 Inner West Fest.
Go Solar campaign wins Inner West Council has won the Community Engagement Achievement category for the Go Solar campaign at last night’s Cities Power Partnership 2020 Climate Awards.
New acting General Manager for Inner West Brian Barrett has been appointed acting General Manager of Inner West Council.
Applications open for Pride Centre Reference Panel Council is calling for applications for a Reference Panel that will provide advice and feedback in establishing an Inner West Pride Centre.
Councils to pursue legal action over $252 million slush fund At its meeting on 27 October, Council resolved to pursue legal action against the NSW Government over their maladministration of the Stronger Communities Fund.
Destruction of $252 million slush fund approval documents requires forensic examination From Mayor Darcy Byrne: Following testimony last Friday from the Premier’s advisor Sarah Lau that documents approving grants through the Government’s $252 million slush fund were shredded and deleted, ...
Dubbo Council awarded $28 million sweetheart deal by Berejiklian and Barilaro It has been revealed that Gladys Berejiklian and John Barilaro personally intervened to award the National Party electorate of Dubbo an extraordinary $28 million through the Government’s $252 million ...
Slush fund documents prove Premier’s involvement - forensic review must still be undertaken The release today by the Premier of some of the documents through which she approved $141 million in grants though the Government’s disgraced Stronger Communities program, demonstrate that she has lie ...
Amazing new Ashfield Aquatic Centre open to the public Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne is encouraging locals to dive in and discover the new Ashfield Aquatic Centre, which opened to the public on the weekend.
'Alchemy' to be made at Chrissie Cotter Gallery A collaborative exhibition showcasing textiles, ceramics, painting, printmaking and mixed-media collage is the next to feature at Council’s Chrissie Cotter Gallery.
Council opens new childcare centre Council has opened a new childcare centre. The first phase of Yirran Gumal Early Learning Centre will start with a limited intake of 20 children per day from late October.
Council affirms its opposition to uranium mining in NSW Council has unanimously affirmed its opposition to uranium mining in New South Wales.
Annual Grants round now open Council offers grants for projects supporting a culturally diverse, progressive and sustainable Inner West.
Save New Years Eves - Turn the fireworks to the Inner West Following revelations that the New Year's Eve fireworks may not proceed Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has today said he'll work with the NSW Government to save New Year's Eve and bring the fireworks to ...
Fringe-EDGE Inner West Artist in Isolation Residencies applications now open Council is proud to be a Major Partner of the Sydney Fringe Festival 2020 program and is funding two Fringe-EDGE Inner West Artist in Isolation residency opportunities.
Council to open EOI process for new Pride Centre in Newtown Council will launch an Expression of Interest (EOI) process calling for submissions from LGBTIQ or LGBTIQ-friendly organisations to manage a Pride Centre that will operate out of Newtown Town Hall.
Council Local Democracy Groups membership applications now open Membership applications are now open for Council’s Local Democracy Groups.
Marrickville Town Hall to become a live music venue Council has voted to convert Marrickville Town Hall into a live music and performing arts centre.
2020 Young Creatives Awards winners Inner West Library and History has announced who has won 2020 Young Creatives Awards.
Council encourages everyone to 'Tune In' for Mental Health Month Take part in Council's Mental Health Month 'Tune In' short video competition.
Applications now open for Chrissie Cotter Gallery and ArtSeat in 2021 Council is inviting local artists to submit ideas for the exhibition of artworks at the Newtown ArtSeat and Chrissie Cotter Gallery in 2021.
Next phase commences in Council’s war on food waste Council will commence a new food organics collection in the former Marrickville Local Government Area.
A ‘Public Housing Plan for Birds’ at Newtown’s ArtSeat Inner West Council has unveiled the latest artwork at Newtown ArtSeat.
Councils to form Community to Community Relationship Inner West Council has initiated discussions with Eurobodalla Council on establishing a formal Community to Community Relationship.
Haystacks solar garden information evening Inner West residents are invited to be part of Australia’s first large scale solar garden.
Pesticide use notification Council will be carrying out weed spraying in all of its parks including sports fields from 26 August 2020 to 23 October 2020.
New public art for Ashfield Aquatic Centre Council’s magnificent new aquatic centre in Ashfield, set for an October opening, now boasts a landmark new public artwork.
Win for Council and the community in King George Park negotiations Transport for NSW (TfNSW) will compensate Council and the local community $2.875 million for the compulsory acquisition of 2,285sqm of land at King George Park.
Next Perfect Match artwork by Wendy Sharpe Council’s unique Council initiative, Perfect Match, will hit new highs when the next commission is unveiled this month.
Child safety Inner West Council has pleaded guilty to historical matters concerning Stanmore Out of School Hours Care Service (OOSHC) and has received a fine of $10,000. Immediate steps were taken at the time to a ...
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