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Woollahra Council Celebrates National Volunteer Week by Shining a Light on these Amazing Volunteers

16/05/2025

As part of National Volunteer Week (19–25 May 2025), Woollahra Council is proudly celebrating the outstanding contributions of the more than 150 volunteers who support our local community all year round. These volunteers play a vital role across many areas—helping out in our libraries, contributing to exhibitions at the Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, participating in environmental efforts through Bushcare and HarbourCare, and so much more. In 2024, the council also welcomed 68 corporate and community groups who generously gave their time to organise beach and park clean-ups, making a big impact on the health and beauty of our environment. Mayor…

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Community, Events

Celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with Woollahra Council: A Day of Wellbeing, Art, and Connection

02/02/2025

Join the Woollahra Council this International Women’s Day on Saturday, 8 March 2025, to celebrate women’s achievements and raise awareness about gender equality. International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global occasion that honours women and highlights the ongoing need for action to overcome systemic barriers to equality. The theme for IWD 2025 is ‘Accelerate Action’, calling for urgent progress in addressing challenges women still face today. This year’s campaign encourages us to push harder for gender equality and a world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination—a world that values diversity and inclusion. Woollahra Council’s IWD Celebration: Wellbeing and Connection Woollahra…

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Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Five spots in Woollahra to explore this summer

15/01/2025

1. New Playgrounds With a week or two of school holidays ahead of us, parents are going to be super excited to discover these new or completely reinvigorated playgrounds. Lyne Park, Rose Bay The new Lyne Park playground provides inclusive, imaginative and flexible recreational experiences for all ages and abilities. The improvements include new play equipment such as: Double flying fox ; Four bay swing with seven types of swings suitable for a variety of ages and abilities ; Sensory walkway ; Water play zone ; Nature play area for older children and inter-generational recreational experiences and a flying boat…

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Parks & Playgrounds, What to do

What will you spot with these new coastal binoculars?

10/07/2024

Next time you head out on a coastal walk, take a few minutes to check out the new binoculars and signs the Woollahra Council just installed at Jacobs Ladder in Gap Park and the southern corner of Christison Park. The council has put these in place to help everyone observe and learn more about our whales, other marine mammals and coastal birds. We are lucky enough to have one of the best spots in Sydney to appreciate the spectacle of the yearly whale migration so take a few minutes to look up, out and along the coast to see what you can…

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Inspiration

Win a Month of Free EV Charging

14/03/2024

The 3-Councils of Waverley, Woollahra and Randwick operate an electric vehicle (EV) charging network of 25 chargers, which continues to expand as the uptake of EVs in the east doubles year on year. The 3-Councils were the first in NSW to establish public chargers, recognising that the transition to EVs is the single largest change towards achieving net-zero emissions in the Eastern Suburbs. As of January 2024, there were approximately 2,220 charging sessions per month at the Council operated public chargers. Now, THREE lucky users have the opportunity to win a month of free charging! Submissions open 1st of March…

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Community, Environment, Parks & Playgrounds, Parks and Beaches

Five of Woollahra’s most splendid Significant Trees

15/02/2024

Woollahra is home to some of Sydney’s most wonderful trees. The area’s rich heritage of private and publicly owned trees provide much of the beauty, character and history that makes the Woollahra local area such a desirable place to live. Some of the oldest and most unique trees are listed in the Woollahra councils Significant Tree Register (STR), to help them manage and protect them for future generations. Here are five stunning trees throughout the Woollahra council local area that are recorded on the Significant Tree Register. Paddington Street (between Elizabeth Street and Jersey Road), Paddington Paddington Street is an…

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Parks and Beaches, Recreation, School holidays, What to do

5 best spots to enjoy a picnic in Woollahra

21/01/2024

We are spoilt for choice when it comes to beautiful parks in the local Woollahra council area. Grab some friends and a picnic and make the most of the great outdoors. Here are 5 of our favourite local spots to enjoy a picnic. 1. Blackburn Gardens There’s plenty of space to roll out a picnic mat in the luscious Blackburn Gardens. Set up shop under the shade of the beautiful fig tree. Make sure to pack your swimmers so you can go for dip at Murray Rose Pool. 2. Cooper Park Cooper Park is one of our local area’s best…

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Health & Wellbeing

Facial Rebirth: The Role of Facelifts and Blepharoplasty in Facial Enhancement

20/01/2024

Standing the test of time: Imagine the subtle but undeniable journey of time displayed on your face —laughter lines revealing joyous moments, character lines showcasing life’s experiences. For many, this journey may prompt contemplation about facial rejuvenation. Does the mirror reflect a vitality that matches your spirit within? Have the effects of time led you to consider transformative procedures, such as facelifts and blepharoplasty; commonly referred to as eyelid surgery? The quest for facial rejuvenation often prompts individuals to contemplate these procedures. Facelifts and blepharoplasty are two popular cosmetic procedures aimed at enhancing and rejuvenating facial appearance. They both involve…

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Health & Wellbeing

Exploring Rising Surgical Trends Of 2024 with Dr. Supra

05/01/2024

As we usher in 2024, it is a natural time for introspection, a moment where many of us look back on the past year and ponder the resolutions and dreams we carry into the upcoming months. Whether it is a journey of personal growth, career aspirations, or the pursuit of health and fitness, the spectrum of resolutions is as unique as each of us. Amidst this contemplative period of self-discovery and goal setting, it is not uncommon for some of us to embrace resolutions tied to personal appearance. If you are considering aesthetic changes in the upcoming year, Dr. Senthil…

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Health & Wellbeing, What to do

5 Free outdoor Workouts in the Woollahra Council area

28/12/2023

If your New Year’s resolution is to get fit, why not make the most of our beautiful local environment and take your workout outdoors. You don’t need a gym membership, most activities are free and they’re right at your doorstep. Here are five suggestions to get you motivated. 1. Try an outdoor gym Try a workout with a view at one of our outdoor gyms. You’ll find exercise equipment at Christison Park, Rushcutters Bay Park and Yarranabbe Park. The exercise equipment is different in each park, ranging from simple static equipment ideal for chin-ups, sit-ups and step-ups, to new interactive…

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