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Parks and Beaches, Pets

Your guide to safe dog ownership

September 3, 2024

Owning a dog is a rewarding experience that brings joy, companionship, and countless memorable moments. However, with the privilege of dog ownership comes the responsibility to ensure the safety, well-being, and happiness of both your pet and the community. The Randwick City Council is committed to promoting responsible dog ownership, which involves understanding the needs of your dog, adhering to local regulations, and being considerate of others in shared spaces. This guide aims to provide dog owners with the essential information they need to be responsible, informed, and respectful members of the community. From using off leash parks to carrying…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Dog off-leash parks in the Sydney city Council area

July 28, 2023

Exercising regularly has benefits for both you and your dog. Our off-leash parks are perfect if you want to get outdoors with the furriest member of your family. Taking your pet outdoors to a dog-friendly space is important, especially in inner-city areas with high-density dwellings where dogs don’t have much space to exercise. Regular off-leash exercise in designated off-leash parks helps dogs relieve boredom and release pent-up energy. It may also reduce unwanted behaviour such as excessive barking. Outdoors exercise also benefits owners with dog parks bringing people together. Dogs are welcome at many different parks in the City of…

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Health & Wellbeing, Parks & Playgrounds

Exercise equipment in parks in the Woollahra council area

July 12, 2023

Woollahra Council has three parks which offer fitness equipment, providing an opportunity to exercise and get fit outdoors. Whether you’re a fitness fanatic or just interested in exercising socially, residents of all ages can enjoy the outdoor fitness equipment. The exercise equipment is different in each park, ranging from simple static equipment ideal for chin-ups, sit-ups and step-ups, to new dynamic equipment featuring an Aerobic Walker, Body Twist and Hand Bike. Rushcutters Bay Park (New Beach Road, Rushcutters Bay) Located at the north western corner of the park near the pathway leading to Reg Bartley Oval this equipment is highly…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays, What to do

Things to do in Sydney with kids

December 17, 2022

After school activities, weekend activities, and indoor activities, Sydney has plenty of fun for kids of all ages. Parents, breathe a sigh of relief: we’ve rounded up 20 of the best year-round activities for kids of all ages. If you haven’t got time to read the full piece, here are our top 10. Find a new playground Make a splash at one of indoor our pools Wonder at the beauty of the Royal Botanic Garden Learn new skills at Centennial Park Dive under water at the Sydney Aquarium Get creative with kids activities at Museum of Contemporary Art Play, create…

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Food, Parks & Playgrounds

The best BBQ spots in Randwick City

November 23, 2022

On a beautiful sunny day, is there anything better than getting together with friends and family for a good old-fashioned barbecue? There are 26 public barbecue units in Randwick City provide by the Randwick city Council, all are free to use, and all are timed to operate from 8am to 8pm every day of the year, with a daily cleaning schedule. Follow these handy tips to make sure you get the best out of your barbecuing experience this summer! Share the space Randwick City barbecues cannot be booked and operate on a ‘first come first served’ basis, so it’s important…

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For Mums, School holidays, What to do

Free 1-on-1 cycling lessons and advice

November 8, 2022

The City of Sydney 1-on-1 sessions and bike help line are free to everyone who lives or works in the city of Sydney Council Area. Whether you’re new to riding or an experienced rider looking for advice, our bike buddies program and bike help line will boost your riding confidence. Bike buddies 1-on-1 lessons. Want to learn new skills or techniques for a safe, smooth riding? Get a free 1-on-1 cycling skills lesson. Bike buddies is a personalised program that pairs you with a qualified BikeWise instructor for a free cycling skills session or cycling advice. An instructor will meet…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Breathing new life into Wimbo Park, Surry Hills

November 8, 2022

Work has begun to transform Wimbo Park into a clean, green haven for Surry Hills residents and visitors. The new public space promises to be a bigger and better improvement, providing more shade from trees and open space for Sydney’s growing communities. We’ll work in stages to minimise any inconvenience. What’s new Firstly, the size. Wimbo Park has tripled in area. After the Olivia Gardens apartment building was demolished to make way for the light rail tracks, the City of Sydney worked closely with the state government to ensure this space was retained for a new and more pleasant park….

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Parks & Playgrounds

The Drying Green Park launch, Zetland

October 12, 2022

Join us for the official opening of this new park. There’ll be music, free bike tune-ups, coffee and gelato. The Drying Green takes its name from the site’s industrial past. Wool washing was one of the first industries in Green Square and fleeces were spread across grass in the area to dry. This area of natural wetlands was used by Gadigal people for thousands of generations. Our reimagined wetlands run with harvested stormwater cleansed by streaming through plants. The park has trees, barbecues, picnic areas, shade structures and lawns for friends and family to gather and play or relax. You’ll…

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