Georges River Council

🎨🖌️ There are still a few spots left for our Art in the Afternoon workshop this Sunday 8 September!

Explore stories, respond to objects, and loosen up your approach to still life. Guided by our current exhibition, 1X4, you’ll experiment with charcoal, pencils, and markers while creating narratives through text. Whether you're new to art or seeking a deeper creative connection, this workshop is for you. ✨

👉 Don't miss out on this opportunity to express yourself! Book here: https://www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/Community/Events/What%e2%80%99s-On-Event-Information/Art-in-the-Afternoon-Mixed-media-drawing-with-Amy-Scully-Council-Led-Event 🔗

📢 Join us for our upcoming development info session.

🗓 When: Thursday, 12 September, at 6 PM

📍 Where: Dragon Room, Georges River Council Civic Centre, corner of MacMahon and Dora Streets, Hurstville

What You’ll Learn:
🔷Discover the range of services offered by our Development and Building Team.
🔷Understand the processes for Development Applications and Complying Development Applications.
🔷Explore key topics such as tree removal, drainage, and heritage considerations.
🔷Get insights into the development processes at Georges River Council and how to navigate the NSW Planning Portal.
🔷Share your thoughts and feedback on our services and processes.

👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to engage and learn. Register now to secure your spot: https://brnw.ch/21wMoDL

🐉 Join your St George Illawarra Dragons in their final home game of the season for an NRL and NRLW double-header against the Canberra Raiders.

Watch the star power of your Dragons as they look to finish the season strong for 2024.

📅 Saturday 7 September 2024
⏰ Gates open 12.30pm
🏉 NRLW kick-off: 12.45pm
🏉 NRL kick-off: 3.00pm
📍 Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, Kogarah

🔗🎟 For more information and to secure tickets, visit: https://brnw.ch/21wMoB0

We’re celebrating History Week this September in the Georges River! ✨

⌛ This years theme is Marking Time and we have some fun events throughout the Georges River to celebrate. You can join us for photography exhibitions, Carss Park bushwalking tours, and the Historical Markers launch.

For more information on each event head over to the What’s On page on Council’s website: https://brnw.ch/21wMowd 🔗

✨ Welcome to Fringeville...For one night only!

Hurstville Plaza will burst with energy as Fringeville returns, bringing live music, dancing, and a vibrant celebration of our community’s unique flavours and creativity. 🎉

Indulge in traditional fair and street food from diverse cultures. Enjoy colourful community performance and interactive workshops, and bask in the vibrancy, rhythm and sounds of the Sydney Fringe Festival House Band.

📅 Friday 20 September 2024
📍 Hurstville Plaza, 288 Forrest Road, Hurstville
⏰ 6.00pm – 9.00pm

👉 For more information visit our website: https://brnw.ch/21wMmpW 🔗

🐾 We've got some pawesome news to share.

Across September, we are inviting our community to think about and provide feedback on concept designs for three off leash dog areas at:

🔷Hogben Park

🔷Hurstville Park (adjacent to Hurstville Oval)

🔷 Merv Lynch Reserve

💬 We want your feedback on the proposed layouts and suggestions on what we can add or improve. You can let us know what kind of improvements you’d like to see by:

📌 Putting your ideas on the map with our online park tool

🎨 Downloading one of our print maps and drawing your dog park

👉 Submissions close 29 September, so make sure to visit our page and share your ideas https://brnw.ch/21wMmfx

Do you know about all things pop culture? 🤔

Put your knowledge to the test at our free Teen Trivia Throwdown! Gather your team or come solo to compete for the coveted title of Teen Trivia Champion! 🏆

Whether you're a trivia whizz or just love a good challenge, this is your chance to shine. Make a team of four people or test your skills on your own. Enjoy delicious pizza, refreshing mocktails, exciting challenges, and the thrill of a competition!

📅 Thursday, 19 September 2024
📍 Hurstville Library, Corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville
⏰ 5.00pm - 7.00pm

👉 Spaces are limited, bookings are encouraged! https://brnw.ch/21wMmai 🔗

🚀 Embark on an exciting journey as we explore the history of space travel with Powerhouse at Clive James Library!

Join Powerhouse volunteers for a free guided virtual tour of objects in the Powerhouse Collection that have made living on a space shuttle possible. Discover the role of innovation in sending humans to space and sustaining life beyond Earth. 🌍

📅 Wednesday 11 September
📍 Clive James Library, Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave Street
⏰ 10.30am - 11.30am.

👉 Places are limited so book your spot today: https://brnw.ch/21wMjJg 🔗

📚 Calling all bookworms and library lovers! We're updating our Library Use and Membership Policy.

❓ What's changing? We're making updates so it’s easy to read and aligns with the latest child safety, accessibility, and library guidelines.

💬 We want your feedback and to tell us if it is user-friendly and easy to understand.

📅 Consultation is now open until 30 September 2024.

👉 Share your thoughts! Visit our project page to learn more and provide feedback: https://brnw.ch/21wMhZ2 🔗

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✨ Love writing? Join the Discovery Writers for a fun and inspiring writing session at Hurstville Museum & Gallery.

📜 The Discovery Writers group is a mix of writers and poets who meet in a collaborative environment to provide opportunities for the development and publication of writing. During this session at Hurstville Museum & Gallery, the group will use the current exhibition, 1X4, to inspire their writing. ✍️

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to let your creativity flow and meet fellow writers! RSVP for light refreshment catering purposes here 👉 https://www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/Community/Events/What%e2%80%99s-On-Event-Information/Discovery-Writers-at-Hurstville-Museum-Gallery-Council-Led-Event

A reminder that seatbelt cameras are currently in operation in NSW. Make sure you and your passengers buckle up before every trip.

Wearing a seatbelt correctly means worn low, flat and firm:
1️⃣ low—placed on your hips to fully secure your body
2️⃣ flat—no twists, turns or folds
3️⃣ firm—pull the seatbelt to make it firm.

Keep yourself and your passengers safe. Clip Every Trip.

👉 For more information visit: https://brnw.ch/21wMfWA 🔗

📸 Copyright State of New South Wales (Transport for NSW)

Whether you’re voting on election day, need to vote early, or are considering postal voting, there are plenty of options to suit your needs for the 2024 NSW Local Government elections. 🗳️

For detailed information on all available voting methods, including assistance for voters with disability, visit the "Voting Options" page on the NSW Electoral Commission's website: https://brnw.ch/21wMfSm.

Make sure your voice is heard! 💬

Curious if the natural turf sporting fields at Georges River Council are open or closed? 🤔

📲 Stay in the loop with real-time updates! Get notifications directly to the palm of your hand by subscribing to SMS alerts. Whether it's rain, shine, or perfect playing conditions, you'll always know the status of our sporting fields.

👉 Visit our website to subscribe to updates and stay informed: https://brnw.ch/21wMbW7

🌳 Exciting News for Peakhurst Park! 🌳

Georges River Council has secured $110,000 in grant funding from the NSW Government's Metropolitan Greenspace Program to support the Detailed Design of the Peakhurst Park Adventure Play Space Project.

Design works are expected to begin in late 2025, marking a significant step towards enhancing our local green spaces and creating more opportunities for the community to get active and enjoy the outdoors.

Read more 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wMbKf

Prepare to be blown away by Beanstalk, representing Sutherland Shire at this year's Battle of the Bridges! 🎸

With a sound that’s equal parts indie rock, grunge, and funk, they’re here to shake up the stage and leave you buzzing with their electric energy ⚡️

Join us on Friday 6 September from 6.30pm at Marana Auditorium, Hurstville. For more information and to grab your tickets: 👉 https://www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/Community/Events/What%e2%80%99s-On-Event-Information/Battle-of-the-Bridges-Community-and-Council-Led-Event

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🗳️ Need assistance at the polling place? For the 2024 NSW Local Government elections, several services are available to assist people with disability. You can check the accessibility features of your polling place on the NSW Electoral Commission's website by visiting this link: https://brnw.ch/21wM9FZ.

Election staff are there to assist, or you can bring a friend, family member, or support worker. Maxi pens, magnifying sheets, early voting, and postal voting options are also available. 💓

There's still time to share your thoughts and ideas, and we've had some great responses come in. So far, we've learnt:

🔹 Affordable housing is a top long-term priority
🔹 Access to public transport and social spaces are important for liveability
🔹 More recreational facilities would improve the Georges River area

Plus you'll go into the draw to win some great prizes, including:
🔹 Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker to the value of $229
🔹 Zero-X ZX-40 4K UHD Action Camera with Dual Display & Wi-Fi to the value of $229
🔹 JBL Live Pro 2 TWS Noise Cancelling In-ear Headphones to the value of $199

Want to add to the conversation? Visit our project page for full terms and conditions, including eligibility for prizes and to complete the survey: https://brnw.ch/21wM9lF 🔗

FINAL WEEK TO APPLY 💼 Georges River Council is seeking a Manager Development & Building, to play a pivotal role in shaping their community's future.

KEY DUTIES:
✏️ Provide specialist strategic direction and leadership in the delivery of Building Code of Australia requirements and Building certification, Development Assessment and Pre-lodgement and specialist advice.
✏️ Coordinate, manage and provide direction for the Development and Building Department.
✏️ Facilitate quality, compliant, sustainable development across the LGA
✏️ Ensure processes and protocols are in place to guarantee compliance with all relevant legislation and Council policies
✏️ Provide a proactive approach to addressing customers’ needs

🗓️ Applications will close Monday 2 September.

More info OR apply now > bit.ly/46KgVO4

Check out some photos of the new and improved Merv Lynch Reserve Playground which is now officially open! The upgrade includes new playground equipment and landscaping, and picnic infrastructure for our community to enjoy. ✨👪

🤝 The Merv Lynch Reserve Playground is proudly funded by the NSW Government in association with Georges River Council.

✨ Celebrate Father's Day with Hurstville Museum & Gallery's colouring station!

🎨 Pull up a chair in our cozy Snapshot Gallery while the kids get into some colouring in (or join in the fun yourself!). This is a free daily drop-in activity available during the Museum & Gallery's opening hours from Sunday 1 September to Sunday 8 September 2024. No bookings required. 👨‍👩‍👦

🔗 For more information, visit: https://brnw.ch/21wM7RH

🌳 Join the Bushcare team on a walk around Oatley Park and learn about the wonderful Acacias that call this area home. Learn about Wattles and all the other types of plants within the area!

📅 Friday 6 September 2024
⏰ 9.00am - 11.30am
📍 Oatley Park (meeting at The Castle), 1 Dame Mary Gilmore Road, Oatley.

👉 Bookings are essential. Reserve your spot today! https://brnw.ch/21wM6ec

🎸 Get ready to rock at the Battle of the Bridges! Representing Georges River, Zephyr is a powerhouse four-piece band bringing the raw energy of 90's grunge and punk rock to the stage.

Catch them live and feel the intensity that’s been driving their fast-growing fan base. Don’t miss out on Zephyr’s electrifying debut!

Join us on Friday 6 September from 6.30pm at Marana Auditorium, Hurstville. For more information and to grab your tickets: 👉 https://www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/Community/Events/What%e2%80%99s-On-Event-Information/Battle-of-the-Bridges-Community-and-Council-Led-Event

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will run from Monday 26 – Friday 30 August.

We're encouraging all Australians to speak up, share and report scams. 🕵

Sharing your story helps others to spot, avoid and report scams, and recover from the harms caused by scammers. 🔑🔓

If a scam is causing you problems, support is available via www.scamwatch.gov.au.

Throwback Thursday! ✨

In April 2024, Georges River Council officially reopened Memorial Square. A part of this upgrade included the conservation of two large mosaics which were originally installed in 2004. 🎨

🧑‍🎨 In 2003, emerging artists Michelle Stewart and Dean St. Baker were selected to develop public art for Memorial Square. They gathered input from the community to ensure the design captured both the spirit of the Hurstville community and the deep significance of Memorial Square.

Council invited Dean St. Baker back 20 years later to carry out conservation work to repair the circular mosaic works ready for the unveiling of the refurbished Memorial Square. 🏛️

You can check out this artwork in Memorial Square, or read more on the public art in Georges River here: https://brnw.ch/21wLZl1 🔗

📷 Dean St Baker Art

🎸 Get hyped for a wild ride with Scub Bucket! Representing Sutherland Shire, they're bringing their gritty energy and unique sound to the Battle of the Bridges stage.

Expect a unique blend of anger and unexpected softness that’ll keep you on your toes. Don’t miss their performance!

Join us on Friday 6 September from 6.30pm at Marana Auditorium, Hurstville. For more information and to grab your tickets: 👉 https://www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/Community/Events/What%e2%80%99s-On-Event-Information/Battle-of-the-Bridges-Community-and-Council-Led-Event

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Unleash your creativity at Hurstville Museum & Gallery with a relaxing life drawing class! 🎨✨ Led by Rod from the St George Art Society, these two-hour sessions are perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike.

📅 Friday 30 August, 6.00pm - 8.00pm (limited spots available)
📅 Friday 20 September, 6.00pm - 8.00pm

All supplies provided and a cozy cup of tea or coffee to enjoy. ☕ Don't miss out—limited spots available! Book now and get inspired by our 1X4 exhibition: https://brnw.ch/21wLXOe 🔗

🚢 Get set to go with Overboard at Battle of the Bridges!

Representing Georges River, the Sydney-based trio Overboard is set to blow your mind with their wild mix of Alternative Rock, Funk, and Latin Rock. Don’t miss RJay, Emilio, and Jack as they take the stage and go Overboard in every sense. 🎸🔥

Join us on Friday 6 September from 6.30pm at Marana Auditorium, Hurstville. For more information and to grab your tickets: 👉 https://www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/Community/Events/What%e2%80%99s-On-Event-Information/Battle-of-the-Bridges-Community-and-Council-Led-Event

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