Community Voices The Community Voices program aims to give community members a voice and an opportunity to have their voices heard.
NAIDOC Shoalhaven Funday The NAIDOC Funday is a community event that includes food, music and local Aboriginal community stalls to celebrate NAIDOC Week.
NAIDOC Week Morning Tea Shoalhaven City Council will kick off NAIDOC week with a special morning tea celebrating this year’s theme - Always Was, Always Will Be. Recognising that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years.
Shoalhaven Australia Day Awards 2022 Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to making our City a better place to live, work or play? Shoalhaven City Council is seeking nominations for the 2022 Shoalhaven Australia Day Awards.The Awards aim to recognise outstanding contributions to the local community during 2021.
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.
Thrive Together Fair As part of Homelessness Week 2021, Shoalhaven City Council and Grand Pacific Health with the support of local homelessness services are hosting the Thrive Together Fair for those people in the community who are “doing it tough”.
Youth & Seniors Festival 2021 In 2021, NSW Youth Week is from 16-24 April and the NSW Seniors Festival is from 13-24 April. This presents a unique opportunity to offer a range of intergenerational and interest-based activities that bring our community together in new ways.
Nowra CBD Façade Improvement Closing date 30 June 2022, 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
A Sense of Place Closing date 10 December 2021, 05:00 PM Value Up to $10,000 The A Sense of Place Grant supports art forms such as photography, music, dance, new art forms, performance and literature. Status: Open
Arts Practitioners Professional Development Grants Closing date 10 December 2021, 05:00 PM Value Up to $3,000 This grant focuses on supporting individual artists, arts workers and small groups to enhance their skills and build sustainable careers. Status: Open
COVID-19 Response Grants Program Closing date 12 November 2021, 11:59 PM Value Small grants up to $5,000 | Large grants up to $10,000 Shoalhaven City Council’s COVID-19 Response Grants Program 2021 will ensure quick access funding can be provided to community organisations assisting with crisis relief and emergency support, along with initiatives to enhance recovery. Status: Open
Artie Smith Oval Development Shoalhaven City Council has secured $8 million to upgrade Artie Smith Oval in Bomaderry thanks to Stage 1 of the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund, co-funded by the Australian and NSW governments. The upgrade is part of Shoalhaven Community and Recreation Precinct (SCaRP) project in Bomaderry. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
Shoalhaven Community and Recreational Precinct 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, 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
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
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
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, Community participation, Current consultation
Community Connection Card This is a Shoalhaven City Council initiative to support our residents in staying connected during difficult times. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Community participation
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
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. Early works for Stage 1 of the project have commenced with the clearing of the site to be completed in September 2021. The main stage 1 works are scheduled for completion early in 2022. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
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
The Bob Proudfoot Pavilion - Francis Ryan Reserve The Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan identifies the future development of Francis Ryan Reserve to encourage the use of the site as a recreation park. Project type: , Community, Planning & Development, Parks & playgrounds
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, Community participation
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
Bay and Basin Skate Park City Council has resolved to design and construct a regional skate park facility at the Bay and Basin Leisure Centre, Vincentia. Project type: , Community, Parks & playgrounds
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: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds, Community participation
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
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
Hyams Beach - Short and Long Term Options Completion Date 30 June 2020 Shoalhaven City Council has been working with the Hyams Beach Villagers Association, Community Consultative Body (HBVA CCB) and other community and business representatives on options to improve the impacts of high traffic and visitor numbers to Hyams Beach during peak times. Project type: , Community
Conjola Park Management Information Shoalhaven City Council has been working with the Lake Conjola community and the NSW Government to manage the Lake and its entrance. Project type: , Major projects, Community
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: , Major projects, Community, Planning & Development, Community participation
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
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
Ulladulla Sports Park Master Plan Council is developing a new Master Plan for the Ulladulla Sports Park. This plan will outline the general approach to the planning and implementation of streetscape and landscaping improvements at the Ulladulla Sports Park. Whilst the Master Plan is a Council document, it is community-driven. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Greenwell Point Foreshore Footpath Extension Council is constructing a pathway on the Greenwell Point Foreshore from Albert Street to Church Street. The proposed new pathway will be funded by the Local Roads & Community Infrastructure Fund and it is anticipated the project will be finalised by 31 December 2021. Project type: , Community, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
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
Shoalhaven Disability Inclusion Action Plan Review Shoalhaven City Council is reviewing the Shoalhaven Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP). Project type: , Major projects, Community
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, Community participation, Current consultation
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, Community participation, Current consultation
Live and Local Shoalhaven Live and Local Shoalhaven - City of Gigs - is designed to put live music on the map by investing in our region’s musicians, connecting them with venues and audiences. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Business, Community participation, Current consultation
Streets as Shared Spaces - Creativity Connections Completion Date 15 October 2021 Four 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 and wall mural at Ulladulla. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Shoalhaven Playground Replacements Shoalhaven City Council has a playground renewal program to upgrade and replace playgrounds in the Shoalhaven area. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
Plan of Management Review In 2018, new legislation came into effect on the management of Crown Lands. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Ulladulla Skate Park to be a Regional Facility Shoalhaven City Council plans to develop the existing Ulladulla Skate Park to be a regional facility. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Sanctuary Point Library Shoalhaven City Council have committed funding towards the Development Application ready design of a new District Library for the Bay and Basin area in Sanctuary Point. Project type: , Major projects, Community
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
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
Upgrades at Plantation Point Reserve, Vincentia Shoalhaven City Council has received funding under the NSW Government's Stronger Country Communities Fund for upgrades to the playground, amenities and beach access at Plantation Point Reserve, Vincentia. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds
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. Earlier this year, Council successfully obtained grant funding of $5.3 Million under the NSW Government’s Restart NSW Infrastructure Grant. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Parks & playgrounds, Community participation
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, Community participation