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Stay connectedNEXT COUNCIL MEETING7pm Tuesday 23 AugustAll welcome kmc.nsw.gov.au • 9424 0000

Development applications under assessment - submissions close 12 September 2016DA Applicant Address Description

0350/16 Gelder Architects C/- Ronghai Group

126 Rosedale Road ST IVES

Demolish existing structures and construct nine townhouses with basement parking and associated landscaping

0346/16 Urbanesque Planning Pty Ltd

24 Bayswater Road LINDFIELD

Demolish existing structures and construct child care centre for 68 children, basement parking and associated landscaping

The above development applications are available for public inspection free of charge at Ku-ring-gai Council or online datracking.kmc.nsw.gov.au

MAYOR’S MESSAGE This week’s Council meeting saw the adoption of several policies and strategies to assist us in protecting and caring for Ku-ring-gai’s environment. These included strengthened protection for biodiversity, frameworks for dealing with dumping and encroachment in bushland, preparing Ku-ring-gai for the challenges of climate change and managing water and catchments. With Sydney’s population set to expand to 5 million within the next three years, according to latest predictions, it’s even more important for

councils such as ours to be proactive in our stewardship of the natural environment. If you are interested in finding out more about these new policies please visit www.kmc.nsw.gov.au/sustainability

The Council has been contacted in recent weeks by residents concerned about the appearance of street trees pruned by Ausgrid contractors and after inspection by Council staff, we agree. Our Council voted this week to approach local MPs and the NSW Ministers for the Environment and Energy as a matter of urgency to seek a review of Ausgrid’s pruning standards. We understand the need to keep trees away from powerlines but in streets across Killara, Lindfield and Gordon beautiful mature native trees have in some cases been reduced to mere stumps. I will keep you advised of the state government’s response to our concerns.

One of our most idyllic public gardens – Swain Gardens at 77 Stanhope Street Killara – has just undergone a makeover for outdoor events such as weddings and other celebrations. Covering three hectares, Swain Gardens were bequeathed to the Ku-ring-gai community by Arthur (Mick) Newling Swain back in 1982. The gardens are managed as community

land by the Council and supported by the Friends of Swain Gardens, a group of dedicated volunteers. Thanks to a generous donation from the Friends, Council staff have laid an all-weather surface near the patio and BBQ area of the gardens. If you haven’t yet visited this hidden gem in Ku-ring-gai, it’s well worth a visit. Swain Gardens are open daily and entry is free. Visit www.kmc.nsw.gov.au/swaingardens

Spring will soon be here and heralding its arrival is our annual celebration at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden in St Ives on Sunday 28 August. This is a chance to experience the delightful sight of spring wildflowers beginning to bloom, while at the same time enjoying live music, a sculpture walk, plant sales and market stalls. Full details at www.kmc.nsw.gov.au/wildflowerfestival

Finally, we have received a number of enquiries about local government elections in Ku-ring-gai. Local government elections are normally held every four years. However, due to the NSW Government’s proposal to merge Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby Councils, the elections planned for September 2016 have been postponed until September 2017. Therefore voters in Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby will not take part in this year’s NSW local government elections. Ku-ring-gai Council will however elect a new Mayor on 20 September, assuming that our Council continues in its current form. We are awaiting the decision of the Land & Environment Court on our action to prevent the forced merger between Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby Council to be handed down this month.

Cheryl Szatow, Mayor of Ku-ring-gai E mayor@kmc.nsw.gov.au | F facebook.com/MayorCherylSzatow | P 9424 0709

Eryldene Open House WeekendSee one of Ku-ring-gai’s most beautiful stately homes on Saturday 13 August and Sunday 14 August. Open between 10am and 4pm with guided tours and flower arranging classes. Full details at www.eryldene.org.au

Self defence course for teensA four week course at the Fitz youth centre St Ives for 12-18 year olds starting on Friday 26 August. Cost $70 per person; bookings close on 14 August. For details call 9424 0981 or visit www.kmc.nsw.gov.au/youth

Kombucha and kefir workshopLearn the art of making kombucha and kefir and enjoy their fantastic health benefits! The workshop costs $50 per person and includes cultures to take home. On Saturday 20 August between 1pm and 3.30pm; to book call 9424 0893 or online at www.kmc.nsw.gov.au/sustainabilityevents

Declutter your homeSpecially for the over 65s, a workshop on how to declutter your home is on Thursday 25 August, 10am to 11.30am at Council Chambers, 818 Pacific Highway Gordon. Cost $7 per person; bookings essential. Book in person at Council Chambers or online at www.kmc.nsw.gov.au/seniors

St Ives Medieval FaireGet your tickets now and save! The Faire is on Saturday 24 September and Sunday 25 September at St Ives Showground. For full details of this great family event and tickets visit www.stivesmedievalfaire.com.au

Be a Timebank volunteerTimebanking allows the voluntary exchange of services between members. Share your time and skills to help other volunteers and then trade these credits to receive services that are useful to you or your organisation. Come to a free info session on Wednesday 24 August between 10am and 1pm at Gordon Library 799 Pacific Highway Gordon. For more info call 9424 0970 or visit www.kmc.nsw.gov.au/events

The above development consents are available for public inspection free of charge at Ku-ring-gai Council or online datracking.kmc.nsw.gov.au

Development consents

DA0131/16 89 Middle Harbour Road LINDFIELD

Alterations and additions including new deck and pergola

DA0040/16 993 Pacific Highway PYMBLE

Change of use to ground floor tenancy from office use to indoor recreational facility (gym), internal fitout, signage and extension to hours of operation

DA0454/15 265 Mona Vale Road ST IVES

Alterations and additions to an existing childcare centre to increase capacity from 33 to 92 children, car parking, landscaping and associated works

DA0339/15 1B Beechworth Road PYMBLE Lot 3 - New two storey dwelling and pool

DA0340/15 1B Beechworth Road PYMBLE Lot 2 - New two storey dwelling and pool

DA0079/16 28 Waratah Road TURRAMURRA Deck to existing granny flat

DA0180/16 33 Hastings Road WARRAWEE

Alterations and additions including new carport - heritage item within heritage conservation area

DA0114/16 23 Hamilton Corner LINDFIELD New dwelling

DA0232/16 119 Boundary Road WAHROONGA Awning at rear of dwelling

DA0167/16 19 Uralba Place NORTH WAHROONGA Alterations and additions

DA0051/16 4 Wattle Street KILLARA

Alterations and additions - heritage conservation area

DA0213/16 18A Station Street PYMBLE

Outdoor covered area with bbq facilities, replace pool fence and associated landscaping

TEMPORARY PARTIAL ROAD CLOSURESClissold Road, Cherrywood Avenue and Bunyana Avenue WahroongaCouncil has approved the temporary partial road closures of Clissold Road, Cherrywood Avenue and Bunyana Avenue on Sunday 21 August from 8am to 6pm.The purpose of the closure is to allow the Historic Houses Trust of NSW to conduct its Fifties Fair at Rose Seidler House in Wahroonga. Access will be maintained for local residents and emergency vehicles.