2022 Freedom of Entry Shoalhaven City Council together with the Royal Australian Navy will proudly host a Freedom of Entry Parade and Street Party in the Nowra CBD on the 21st October to mark the 75th anniversary of the Royal Australian Navy’s Fleet Air Arm.
50th NSW Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout Carnival After two postponements, due to COVID-19, Council is excited to announce The NSW Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout will be hosted in the Shoalhaven.
Disability Expo 2022 Shoalhaven Disability Expo returns for its 8th year! Join over 60 service providers and community groups for the biggest FREE annual event for people with disabilities, their families, carers and friends in the Shoalhaven.
It's time for a Chemical CleanOut! Save the date for Sunday 28 August at Woollamia Council Works Depot. 3 Erina Road, Woollamia from 9am to 3.30pm.
NAIDOC Week Morning Tea & Flag Raising Ceremony Shoalhaven City Council will kick off NAIDOC week with a special morning tea celebrating this year’s theme - Get up! Stand up! Show up! – encourages all of us to champion change while celebrating those who have already driven and led change in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities over generations.
Shoalhaven Australia Day Awards 2023 Nominations for the 2023 Shoalhaven Australia Day Awards are now open!The Awards recognise and celebrate local community members who have made outstanding contributions to the Shoalhaven region during 2022.
Shoalhaven NAIDOC Family Fun Day The Shoalhaven NAIDOC Family Fun Day is a community event that includes food, music and local Aboriginal community stalls to celebrate NAIDOC Week.
The Local Government Regional NAIDOC Awards The Local Government Regional NAIDOC Awards is a collaborative event that is organised by Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Shoalhaven City Councils.
Threatened Species Day Art Competition 2022 Shoalhaven City Council’s Threatened Species Day Art Competition is open to all primary aged students in the Shoalhaven. The aim of this competition is to increase their awareness of our threatened species and our rich natural environment. There are fantastic prizes up for grabs and it’s a great opportunity for schools and their students to learn about threatened species.
Nowra CBD Façade Improvement Closing date 30 June 2023, 05:00 PM Value 50% of the total cost of works (labour and materials) to a maximum dollar value of $5,000 (excl. GST) per property The Nowra CBD Façade Improvement Program is part of the overall Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy. Status: Open
Sustainable Tourism Infrastructure Project Shoalhaven City Council is pleased to announce funding for seven sustainable tourism projects to improve infrastructure around some of the City’s most popular tourist destinations. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds, Community participation
Boongaree Reconciliation Garden The Boongaree Reconciliation Garden is Stage 4 of Boongaree (previously Berry District Park) in Berry. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
Shoalhaven Community and Recreational Precinct (SCaRP) Shoalhaven Community and Recreational Precinct's vision is to deliver an integrated community and recreational precinct that meets the needs of the region and operates on a commercially viable and sustainable basis seven days a week. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Boongaree Dog Fenced Off-Leash Area Council will be gathering community feedback to develop the concept and detail design for the dog Fenced Off-Leash Area (FOLA) with input from the local community as part of the Access Areas for Dogs Policy review on the design of FOLAs. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds, Community participation, Current consultation
Hyams Beach Master Plan - Stage 1 Works Completion Date 30 November 2022 The Hyams Beach Masterplan Stage 1 Works will provide improved open space facilities including a playground, picnic shelters, seating and landscaping in the reserve along Cyrus Street, along with a network of new paths and boardwalks to provide safer pedestrian access, the formalisation of parking along the eastern side of Cyrus Street and a new amenities building near the boat ramp. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Business, Planning & Development, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
Murramarang Road Shared User Path – Bawley Point to Kioloa The Community Connect Pathway Project was established by the Bawley Point and Kioloa communities to link the two communities via a shared user path along Murramarang Road. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Revitalisation of Vincentia Village Shopping Mall Precinct Completion Date 28 April 2023 We’re revitalising the Vincentia Village shopping mall to make the precinct more attractive to tourists and the community. By supporting the local and regional economy we create more jobs and a thriving local community. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Business
Keeping Cats Safe at Home Shoalhaven City Council and nine other local councils have partnered with RSPCA NSW on the Keeping Cats Safe at Home project set to be delivered over the next four years. Project type: , Community
Caring for Animals During Natural Disasters Shoalhaven City Council and the University of Sydney are collaborating on a Black Summer Bushfire Recovery research project aimed at developing systems to better protect animals during natural disasters. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Planning & Development, Community participation
Flourishing Shoalhaven Communities Shoalhaven City Council is talking with community members throughout the Shoalhaven to improve understanding of what our communities need to thrive, and for everyone to have a good life in the Shoalhaven. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Planning & Development
Callala Shared User Path Network and Beach Road Rehabilitation Council is currently designing a Shared User Path (SUP) and road rehabilitation for Callala and Callala Beach Road. The overall project is split into multiple stages to enable a staged delivery. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Planning & Development, Community participation, Current consultation
Open Coast and Jervis Bay Coastal Management Program This page provides information for the Open Coast and Jervis Bay Coastal Management Programs (CMPs). Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Community participation, Current consultation
Nowra CBD Revitalisation Strategy The Nowra CBD Revitalisation Committee works with Shoalhaven City Council to direct the implementation of the Revitalisation Strategy for the Nowra CBD. Project type: , Community, Business, Planning & Development, Community participation, Current consultation
Shoalhaven Community Wellbeing Project The development of the Shoalhaven Community Wellbeing Plan will guide Shoalhaven City Council in the pursuit of community wellbeing, as well as providing a framework to evaluate the effectiveness of our investments, programs and assets. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Strategy, Community participation, Current consultation
Marriott Park Upgrades - Nowra CBD Shoalhaven City Council has created a draft Master Plan for Marriott Park in the Nowra CBD(External link).The Master Plan involved undertaking investigation and design work to upgrade the layout and configuration of Marriott Park to best suit the needs of the community. Project type: , Community, Parks & playgrounds
Community Champions - Bomaderry The Community Champions project is about council supporting Bomaderry community members to work together to build the community they want to live in. Project type: , Community, Planning & Development
Community Connection Card This is a Shoalhaven City Council initiative to support our residents in staying connected during difficult times. Project type: , Community
Milton Ulladulla Croquet Club Facility Shoalhaven City Council is undertaking works to construct a new croquet facility at the Ulladulla Sports Park. The Milton Ulladulla Croquet Club who currently operate out of Milton Showground will move to the new facility once completed. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities
St Vincent Street Ulladulla Pedestrian Safety Improvements Transport for New South Wales and Shoalhaven City Council have been working on pedestrian safety improvements along St Vincent Street and at the intersection of South Street Ulladulla following the tragic accident which took place in June 2020. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Planning & Development
Boardwalk Construction - Ray Brooks Reserve, Sanctuary Point Council is constructing an accessible boardwalk at Ray Brooks Reserve, Palm Beach, Sanctuary Point. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Parks & playgrounds
Boongaree (Previously Berry District Park) The Boongaree area (previously Berry District Park) provides a unique opportunity to reinvigorate the northern edge of the township of Berry following the introduction of the Berry bypass road. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
Sanctuary Point Library Shoalhaven City Council has committed funding towards the design of a new Regional Library for the Bay and Basin area in Sanctuary Point. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities
Lake Conjola Boat Launching Ramp Funding has been provided by the NSW Boating Now Program to support the construction of the first stage of a new two-lane Boat Launching Ramp and pontoon at Havilland Street, Conjola Park. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
The Bob Proudfoot Pavilion - Francis Ryan Reserve This project implements the actions identified in the Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan to further develop Francis Ryan Reserve. Project type: , Community, Planning & Development, Parks & playgrounds
Green Ceramics MICROfactorie™ Shoalhaven City Council received grant funding of $500,000 from the Environment Trust to enter into a partnership with the University of NSW’s Sustainable Materials and Technology Centre to establish a Green Ceramics MICROfactorie™ at West Nowra. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Business, Facilities
Boat Ramp Improvements - Callala Bay Shoalhaven City Council is currently designing an upgrade of the boat ramp off Boorawine Terrace, Callala Bay. Project type: , Community, Planning & Development, Facilities
Flood Recovery Shoalhaven The June 2022 East Coast Low brought with it torrential rain, damaging winds and floods resulting in landslips, road damage and isolation for some in our community. The Shoalhaven community has once again shown incredible resilience during this challenging time with many still in the recovery process following the March 2022 floods. Project type: , Community, Environment, Business, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds, Community participation
Warden Head Lighthouse Master Plan The need to advance the improvement efforts of the Warden Head Lighthouse is a grassroots, community-led project driven by the Ulladulla Lighthouse Group. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Ulladulla Sports Park Master Plan Council is developing a new Master Plan for the Ulladulla Sports Park. Project type: , Community, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
Proposed Raised Crossing - Victoria Street, Berry Council is proposing to upgrade the existing children’s crossing from a crossing that is on the existing road level and only activated by marshals at the start and finish of school hours to a raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing funding under the NSW Government’s Road Safety Program / School Infrastructure Projects. Project type: , Community, Planning & Development
Proposed Raised Crossing - Main Road, Cambewarra Council is proposing to upgrade the existing children’s crossing from a crossing that is on the existing road level and only activated by marshals at the start and finish of school hours to a raised pedestrian (zebra) crossing from grant funding under the NSW Government’s Road Safety Program / School Infrastructure Projects, Project type: , Community, Planning & Development
Draft Fireworks Policy Shoalhaven City Council is reviewing its Fireworks Policy and invites you to have your say on guidance for fireworks displays across the local government area. Project type: , Community, Strategy
Streets as Shared Spaces - Creativity Connections Completion Date 30 June 2022 Three public art installations celebrating local creativity, community, and social spaces to draw people together and open new opportunities for community gathering. Projects include a Bomaderry-Nowra art walk, an exciting forecourt at the Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, and a community sculpture at Ulladulla. Project type: , Major projects, Community
SCaRP - Bomaderry Basketball Stadium Refurbishment The Shoalhaven Community and Recreation Precinct (SCaRP) vision is to deliver the Shoalhaven an integrated community and recreational precinct to meet the needs of the region, operating on a commercially viable and sustainable basis seven days a week. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities
Boat Ramp Master Plan – Crookhaven Heads Shoalhaven City Council is in the process of developing a concept masterplan which will provide guidance and certainty for the long-term use of the regional boating facility by the recreational boating community. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Facilities
Myola Boat Ramp Improvements Shoalhaven City Council is considering a repair/upgrade of the boat ramp at Catherine Street in Myola. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities
SCaRP – Northern Section – Bomaderry Sporting Complex In line with Council Minute 20 July 2021, redeveloping the Bomaderry Sporting Complex - northern section of the Shoalhaven Community and Recreation Precinct (SCaRP) project will enhance the current facilities for the region and align with the Master Plan for the SCaRP Precinct. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
SCaRP - Artie Smith Oval Development In line with Council Minute 20 July 2021, redeveloping the Bomaderry Sporting Complex - northern section of the Shoalhaven Community and Recreation Precinct (SCaRP) project will enhance the current facilities for the region and align with the Master Plan for the SCaRP Precinct. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
Ulladulla Skate Park to be a Regional Facility Shoalhaven City Council plans to develop the existing Ulladulla Skate Park to be a regional facility. Council has resolved to fund a concept and detailed design for a new skate park, and following this, will put together a plan to fund the upgrade. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Bay and Basin Leisure Centre Redevelopment - Vincentia In 2021, Council resolved to develop detail design plans for the redevelopment of the Bay and Basin Leisure centre to include a learn to swim pool, extensions to the gym and the addition of community rooms. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities
Bushfire Recovery Shoalhaven A lot has happened over the past year, and we know it has not been easy, particularly with COVID-19 pausing some community connection recovery activities. Recovery takes time and is different for everyone. We are all affected by disasters in our own personal way. Council's Recovery is here to support our community. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Business, Community participation
Community-led Resilience Planning Shoalhaven City Council is inviting community members to join a working group facilitated by experts from Griffith University to develop a Community-led Resilience Plan for the Shoalhaven. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Planning & Development, Community participation, Current consultation
Outdoor Exercise Equipment – Titania Park, Greenwell Point Shoalhaven City Council will be installing outdoor exercise equipment to Titania Park, Greenwell Point in early 2022. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
Boat Ramp Improvements - Wharf Road, Shoalhaven Heads Completion Date 26 August 2022 Shoalhaven City Council is considering a repair/upgrade of the boat ramp at Wharf Road in Shoalhaven Heads. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Planning & Development
Bay and Basin Skate Park In response to population growth in the Bay and Basin area, Council is developing the Bayand Basin Leisure Centre and surrounding sporting precinct to create a ‘Community and Sporting’ Hub. Project type: , Community, Parks & playgrounds
Nowra Riverfront Entertainment and Leisure Precinct The Nowra Riverfront Precinct provides a significant opportunity to shape the future of Nowra and strengthen its role as the civic, community, tourism and recreational hub for the Shoalhaven region. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Planning & Development
Shared User Path - Culburra Beach Shoalhaven City Council has commenced the planning process for the proposed ‘Southern’ Culburra Shared User Path (SUP) network in Culburra Beach. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
Recovery Into Resilience Project (RRP) Shoalhaven City Council has initiated the Recovery Into Resilience Project (RRP) following the devastating impacts of the 2019/20 bushfire season. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Kioloa/Bawley Point - Recreation Hub/Skatepark Proposal The Kioloa/Bawley Point Community Association (KBPCA) is developing a proposal for a recreation hub/skatepark. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
Berry Showground Plan of Management and Masterplan Shoalhaven City Council is preparing a new Plan of Management and Masterplan for Berry Showground and would like your opinions, ideas and input. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre Upgrades Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre is scheduled to undergo upgrades in early 2022 to improve the highly valued venue and maintain its reputation as the premier performing arts facility on the South Coast. Works will include improvements to the venue’s lighting, public art, landscaping, and an expansion of the fire sprinkler system. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities
Community Champions - Sanctuary Point The Community Champions project is about council supporting Sanctuary Point community members to work together to build the community they want to live in. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Basin View Reserve (Boat Ramp) - Playground Replacement Boat Ramp Reserve playground is located on Basin View Parade, Basin View. Project type: , Community, Parks & playgrounds
FORTIS House The Shoalhaven community are invited to provide input in the development of a bushfire-resilient house design as part of a community led project being run by Bushfire Building Council of Australia (BBCA), NRMA Insurance and Shoalhaven City Council. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment
Sussex Inlet - Ellmoos Reserve Sussex Inlet - Playground Replacement Ellmoos Reserve playground is located on Jacobs Drive, Sussex Inlet. Project type: , Community, Parks & playgrounds
John Berry Reserve, Bomaderry - Playground Replacement Shoalhaven City Council has a playground renewal program to upgrade and replace playgrounds in the Shoalhaven area. Project type: , Community, Parks & playgrounds
Culburra Beach - Community Managed Swimming Pool Shoalhaven City Council’s Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan (CISP) identifies that Council’s pools are highly valued and well used. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities
Sanctuary Point Skate Park Sanctuary Point Skate Park is the recipient of three grants. Community Safety Grant, Community Building Partnerships and Stronger Country Communities Fund. These grants will provide the Skate Park with much needed upgrades. Project type: , Community, Parks & playgrounds
South Nowra, East Nowra and Worrigee Aquatic Centre Shoalhaven City Council is undertaking investigations into an aquatic facility, and other types of recreation infrastructure, in the area of East Nowra, South Nowra and Worrigee. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Planning & Development, Facilities
Myola Active Transport Improvements Completion Date 30 June 2020 Council has commenced design and development on active transport improvements at the southern end of Myola where a ferry access links Round the Bay Walk from Huskisson to Callala Bay. Project type: , Community
Review of Access Areas for Dogs Policy Completion Date 25 December 2020 Council is undertaking a comprehensive review of Council’s Access Areas for Dogs Policy and Guidelines. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Nowra Showground Enhancements - Horse and Cattle Precinct Completion Date 30 November 2020 The Nowra Showground Enhancements project consists of upgrading the facilities at the Nowra Showground, Horse and Cattle Precinct to support a number of growing agricultural events that will have the ability to attract visitors from NSW and interstate. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities
Safer Roads Program Funding Received Council has received federal funding targeting road safety. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Strategy