Agenda of Ordinary Meeting of Council - Tuesday, 19 August 2025

Ordinary Meeting of Council

TO BE HELD ON Tuesday, 19 August 2025 AT 7:00 PM

Level 3, Council Chamber

Agenda

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In accordance with clause 3.23 of the Model Code of Meeting Practice, Councillors are reminded of the oath or affirmation of office made under section 233A of the Act, and of their obligations under the Council’s Code of Conduct to disclose and appropriately manage conflicts of interest.

Please refer to Part 4 of Council’s Code of Conduct for Pecuniary Interests and Part 5 of Council’s Code of Conduct for Non-Pecuniary Interests.

The Oath or Affirmation taken is as below:

Oath:

I [name of Councillor] swear that I will undertake the duties of the office of Councillor in the best interests of the people of the Ku-ring-gai Local Government area and the Ku-ring-gai Council, and that I will faithfully and impartially carry out the functions, powers, authorities and discretions vested in me under the Local Government Act 1993 or any other Act to the best of my ability and judgement.

Affirmation:

I [name of Councillor] solemnly and sincerely declare and affirm that I will undertake the duties of the office of Councillor in the best interests of the people of the Ku-ring-gai Local Government area and the Ku-ring-gai Council, and that I will faithfully and impartially carry out the functions, powers, authorities and discretions vested in me under the Local Government Act 1993 or any other Act to the best of my ability and judgement.

APOLOGIEs

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Documents Circulated to Councillors

Confirmation of Reports to be Considered in Closed Meeting

NOTE:

That in accordance with the provisions of Section 10 of the Local Government Act 1993, all officers’ reports be released to the press and public, with the exception of confidential attachments to the following General Business reports:

GB.13 RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground

In accordance with 10A(2)(d)(i):

Attachment 2: RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade - St Ives Showground - List of Submitters

In accordance with 10A(2)(d)(i):

Attachment 3: RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade - St Ives Showground- Tender Evaluation Report August OMC.PDF - signed

GB.14 RFT8-2025 – Playspace Upgrade - Comenarra Playing Field

In accordance with 10A(2)(d)(i):

Attachment 2: RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Play Field - List of Submitters

In accordance with 10A(2)(d)(i):

Attachment 3: RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Playing Field - Tender Evaluation Report.PDF - signed

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTEs

Minutes of Ordinary Meeting of Council 9

File: EM00046/6

Meeting held 22 July 2025

Minutes numbered 107 to 130

minutes from the Mayor

Petitions

GENERAL BUSINESS

i. The Mayor to invite Councillors to nominate any item(s) on the Agenda that they wish to have a site inspection.

ii. The Mayor to invite Councillors to nominate any item(s) on the Agenda that they wish to adopt in accordance with the officer’s recommendation allowing for minor changes without debate.

GB.1 Multicultural Advisory Committee -
Minutes of Meeting 18 June 2025 30

File: S04141

To provide Council with the minutes from the Multicultural Advisory Committee meeting held on 18 June 2025.

Recommendation:

That Council endorse the minutes of the Multicultural Advisory Committee meeting held on 18 June 2025.

GB.2 Smart Transport Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of 2 July 2025 38

File: S02696

To consider the minutes of the Smart Transport Advisory Committee (STAC) meeting held on 2 July 2025.

Recommendation:

That Council notes the recommendations of the Smart Transport Advisory Committee meeting held on 2 July 2025, being:

A. That the Code of Conduct overview be given at the next meeting of the Smart Transport Advisory Committee.

B. That the controls for on-site car share provision in R4 and mixed-use residential development be revised in the next update of the Ku-ring-gai DCP.

C. That expressions of interest/request for proposals from car share providers be sought for fixed space car share operation in the LGA.

D. That future concept designs for Public Domain projects be referred to the Smart Transport Advisory Committee.

GB.3 Review of Code of Conduct and Procedures for the Adminstration of the Code of Conduct 46

File: S11192-1

To review and re-adopt Ku-ring-gai Council’s Code of Conduct and Procedures for the Administration of the Code of Conduct.

Recommendation:

Council re-adopts the current versions of the Code of Conduct and Procedures for the Administration of the Code of Conduct.

GB.4 Ku-ring-gai Council
Community Grants Program 2025 134

File: FY00432/16

To advise Council of applications received for the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Community Grants Program, and to recommend funding for community and cultural groups.

Recommendation:

That Council approve the recommendations in this report for funding $93,700 community and cultural groups.

GB.5 Ku-ring-gai Council
Sponsorship Program 2025 240

File: FY00275/18

To advise Council of applications received for the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Sponsorship Program, and to provide recommendations for Sponsorship funding.

Recommendation:

That Council approve recommendations for Sponsorship funding for Events, Arts and Cultural and General Sponsorship, as recommended in this report.

GB.6 Ku-ring-gai Pickleball
Action Plan 318

File: FY00430/17

To provide Council with a draft Pickleball Action Plan identifying opportunities to establish pickleball courts in Ku-ring-gai.

Recommendation:

That Council support the draft Pickleball Action Plan and endorse the proposed staged development and provision of pickleball courts across Ku-ring-gai, and that Council endorse the proposed fees for the hire of pickleball courts in Ku-ring-gai.

GB.7 Draft Night-time Economy Action Plan 327

File: S09438

To provide Council with a draft Night-time Economy Action Plan for Ku-ring-gai, developed to establish a framework for building a vibrant and inclusive evening economy across the local government area.

Recommendation:

That:

A. Council endorses the draft Night-time Economy Action Plan and approve the actions therein.

B. Council provides funding of $50k to commence actions outlined in the plan.

GB.8 Investment Report as at 31 July 2025 346

File: FY00623/8

To present Council’s investment portfolio performance for July 2025.

Recommendation:

That the summary of investments performance for July 2025 be received and noted; and that the Certificate of the Responsible Accounting Officer be noted and the report adopted.

GB.9 Analysis of Land and Environment Court Costs - 4th Quarter 2024 to 2025 354

File: FY00623/8

To report legal costs in relation to development appeal matters in the Land and Environment Court for the year ended 30 June 2025.

Recommendation:

That the analysis of Land and Environment Court costs for the year ended 30 June 2025 be received and noted.

GB.10 Carried Forward Projects Expenditure - 2024/25 369

File: FY00701/1

To seek endorsement from Council to carry forward the attached list of 2024/25 projects into the current financial year.

Recommendation:

That Council approve the attached list of carried forward expenditure from 2024/25 to the current financial year.

GB.11 2025 LGNSW Annual Conference: Call for Motions 381

File: S14000/2

To advise Council that registrations are now open for the Local Government NSW (LGNSW) Annual Conference, the criteria and deadline for the submission of motions, and for Council to determine its voting delegates at the Conference.

Recommendation:

That:

A. Councillors interested in attending and/or being a voting delegate to notify the General Manager by 29 August 2025.

B. Councillors to provide any proposed motions for submission to the General Manager by 5 September.

C. A report providing details of any proposed motions be referred to Council at its meeting on 23 September for approval prior to submission to LGNSW.

GB.12 Delivery Program and Operational Plan: June 2025 Biannual Report 400

File: FY00382/16

To report to Council on progress of the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-25 for the period January to June 2025.

Recommendation:

That the June biannual report on the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-25 be received and noted.

GB.13 RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground 532

File: RFT57-2024/R

The purpose of this report is for Council to consider the tenders received for RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground and to appoint the preferred tenderer for construction.

Recommendation:

In accordance with Section 55 of the Local Government Act and Tender Regulation 2021, it is recommended Council accept the Tender submitted by Tenderer ‘A’.

GB.14 RFT8-2025 – Playspace Upgrade - Comenarra Playing Field 538

File: RFT8-2025/R

To consider the tenders received for RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Playing Field and to appoint the preferred tenderer.

Recommendation:

In accordance with Section 55 of the Local Government Act and Tender Regulation 2021, it is recommended Council accept the Tender submitted by Tenderer A.

GB.15 Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme and amended Affordable Housing Policy 544

File: S12314

For Council to consider the draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme prepared by Atlas Economics and GLN and the amended Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy for public exhibition.

Recommendation:

That Council endorse for the purpose of public exhibition the:

A. Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme; and

B. Amended Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy.

GB.16 Planning Proposal - Dual Occupancy Floor Space Ratio (FSR) standard 618

File: S14848

To inform Council of the Planning Proposal amending the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 to apply a Floor Space Ratio (FSR) to dual occupancy development with a minimum 1015 sqm lot size.

Recommendation:

That Council support the proposed FSR for dual occupancy as outlined in this report and progress the Planning Proposal to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for a Gateway Determination to enable its exhibition and public consultation.

GB.17 Heritage Housekeeping Planning Proposal 697

File: S14986

For Council to consider a Planning Proposal to correct five (5) local heritage listings in the suburbs of Turramurra and Wahroonga. The proposed corrections will apply to Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 (KLEP 2015) Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage - Part 1 Heritage Items and the associated heritage maps.

Recommendation:

That the Planning Proposal be submitted to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for Gateway Determination.

GB.18 Application to Seek the Minister's Consent to Grant a Licence over Community Land 741

File: S14827

To seek a resolution to apply for Minister’s consent to proceed with the granting of the licence to Fast Cities Australia Pty Limited (Evie Networks). The licence is for a public electric vehicle (EV) charger to be installed and operated at 2 Lord Street, Roseville.

Recommendation:

Council make an application to the Minister for Local Government for consent to proceed, noting the objections received, with the proposed licence over the community land described as Lot 4 DP225030 and located at 2 Lord Street, Roseville to Fast Cities Australia Pty Limited for a term of 5 + 5 years for the use and occupation of carpark lots as electric vehicle charging stations and related activities under section 47 of the Local Government Act 1993.

GB.19 Submission to the NSW Net Zero Commission Consultation 752

File: S13127

The purpose of this report is to table the submission to the NSW Net Zero Commission public consultation for endorsement by Council.

Recommendation:

The submission to the NSW Net Zero Commission public consultation be endorsed by Council.

Extra Reports Circulated to Meeting

BUSINESS WITHOUT NOTICE – SUBJECT TO CLAUSE 9.3 OF code of meeting practice

Questions With Notice

InspectionS– SETTING OF TIME, DATE AND RENDEZVOUS

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Minute Ku-ring-gai Council Page

MINUTES OF Ordinary Meeting of Council
HELD ON Tuesday, 22 July 2025

Present:	The Mayor, Councillor Christine Kay (Chairperson) Councillors M Devlin & J Pettett (Comenarra Ward) Councillors I Balachandran & B Ward (Gordon Ward) Councillors S Ngai & A Taylor (Roseville Ward) Councillor M Smith (St Ives Ward) Councillors C Spencer & K Wheatley (Wahroonga Ward)

Staff Present:	General Manager (David Marshall) Director Community (Janice Bevan) Director Corporate (Angela Apostol) Acting Director Development & Regulation (Shaun Garland) Director Operations (Peter Lichaa) Director Strategy & Environment (Andrew Watson) Corporate Lawyer (Jamie Taylor) Acting Manager Corporate Communications (Sally Williams) Manager Governance and Corporate Strategy (Christopher M Jones) Governance Support Officer (Eliza Gilbank-Heim)

Others Present:	Manager Infrastructure Services (Matthew Drago) Manager Urban and Heritage Planning (Antony Fabbro) Acting Manager Environment & Sustainability (Sophia Findlay)

The Meeting commenced at 7:00 PM

The Mayor offered the Acknowledgement of Country and Prayer

107

Apologies

File: S02194

The General Manager advised of an apology from the Director Development & Regulation, Michael Miocic, due to being on leave with Shaun Garland acting as Director Development and Regulation.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

The Mayor referred to the necessity for Councillors and staff to declare a Pecuniary Interest/Conflict of Interest in any item on the Business Paper.

Councillor Ngai declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.2 as he is associated with one of the grant applicants. Councillor Ngai also declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.13 as he is on the Management Committee of East Lindfield Community Preschool. Councillor Ngai will leave Chambers for these debates.

Councillor Devlin declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.13 as he is employed by Schools Infrastructure NSW and has an association with a grant applicant. Councillor Devlin will remain in Chambers during this debate.

Councillor Taylor declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.13 as he has an association with a grant applicant. Councillor Taylor will remain in Chambers during this debate.

Councillor Spencer declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in C.2. Councillor Spencer will leave Chambers for this debate.

Councillor Pettett declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.13 as he has an association with a grant applicant. Councillor Pettett will remain in Chambers during this debate. Councillor Pettett also declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in C.2 as he was the Mayor at the time. Councillor Pettett will leave Chambers for this debate.

The Mayor, Councillor Kay declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.13 as she sits on the Wild Things NSW Committee and has an association with other grant applicants. The Mayor, Councillor Kay will leave Chambers for this debate.

Councillor Smith declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.13 as he has an association with a grant applicant. Councillor Smith will remain in Chambers during this debate.

Councillor Wheatley declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.13 as she has an association with a grant applicant. Councillor Wheatley will remain in Chambers during this debate.

Councillor Ward declared a non-significant, non-pecuniary interest in GB.13 as she has an association with a grant applicant. Councillor Ward will remain in Chambers during this debate.

DOCUMENTS CIRCULATED TO COUNCILLORS

The Mayor referred to the documents circulated in the Councillors’ papers and advised that the following matters would be dealt with at the appropriate time during the meeting:

Late Items:	MM.2 - Proposal to attract increased patronage to Ku-ring-gai Fitness & Aquatic Centre outdoor pool during winter months - Report by The Mayor, Councillor Kay dated 18 July 2025
Memorandums:	A Confidential Memorandum for GB.13 – Environmental Levy Grants Program from the Director of Strategy & Environment was circulated to the Mayor and Councillors on 9 July 2025. A Memorandum for GB.1 – Minutes Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 12 June 2025 from the Manager Governance & Corporate Strategy was circulated to the Mayor and Councillors on 16 July 2025. A Memorandum for GB.12 – Pymble Golf Club Site-Specific DCP from the Director of Strategy & Environment was circulated to the Mayor and Councillors on 16 July 2025. A Memorandum regarding Councillors upcoming disclosure lodgement period from the Manager Governance & Corporate Strategy was circulated to the Mayor and Councillors on 17 July 2025. A Confidential Memorandum for GB.9 – Tender NSROC - RFT1-2025 - Road Resurfacing, Patching and Associated Works - 2025 to 2027 from the Director of Operations was circulated to the Mayor and Councillors on 22 July 2025.
Councillors Information:	A Petition to Ku-ring-gai Council to oppose development outside of revised TOD was circulated to the Mayor and Councillors on 16 July 2025.
Late Confidential Items:	C.2 - Project Review - Report by General Manager dated 18 July 2025

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CONFIRMATION OF REPORTS AND ATTACHMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED IN CLOSED MEETING

File: S02499/9

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Wheatley)

That in accordance with the provisions of Section 10 of the Local Government Act 1993, all officers’ reports be released to the press and public, with the exception of:

C.1 Update on Council land acquisitions for open space

C.2 Project Review

GB.8 RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground

In accordance with 10A(2)(d)(ii):

Attachment A2: RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade – St Ives Showground – List of Submitters

In accordance with 10A(2)(d)(i):

Attachment A3: RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade – St Ives Showground – Tender Evaluation Report

GB.9 Tender NSROC – RFT1-2025 – Road Surfacing, Patching and Associated Works – 2025 to 2027

In accordance with 10A(2)(d)(ii) and 10A(2)(d)(iii):

Attachment A1: Asphalt-2027 – Tender evaluation report final

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTEs

109

Minutes

File: EM00047/3

Meeting held 5 June 2025

Minutes numbered 83 to 87

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That Minutes numbered 83 to 87 circulated to Councillors were taken as read and confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of the Meeting.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

110

Minutes of Ordinary Meeting of Council

File: EM00046/5

Meeting held 17 June 2025

Minutes numbered 88 to 106

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That Minutes numbered 88 to 106 circulated to Councillors were taken as read and confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of the Meeting.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

minutes from the Mayor

111

Transport Oriented Development (TOD) preferred scenario update

File: S14427

Vide: MM.1

The purpose of this Mayoral Minute is to update Council and the community on the current situation since Council adopted the preferred scenario for new development along the Gordon to Roseville rail corridor.

Background

In May 2024, the Government implemented the TOD planning policy for areas within 400 metres of Roseville, Lindfield, Killara and Gordon stations.

In cooperation with the NSW Government, Council prepared an alternate preferred scenario to the TOD based on planning principles to preserve important built heritage and the natural environment.

The preferred scenario was developed with extensive community feedback received after the Council consulted with the community on alternative solutions to the TOD.

On 5 June 2025, Council adopted a preferred scenario for new development in the Gordon to Roseville rail corridor, to replace the TOD planning controls.

The preferred scenario was submitted to the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for approval (DPHI).

Legal proceedings remain

As part of the legal proceedings Council engaged in mediation with the NSW Government. It was agreed that Council would work to deliver an alternative housing plan with at least the same number of additional dwellings as the TOD. The alternate plan is yet to be gazetted by the government and for the time being the legal proceedings remain on foot.

State Significant Developments

The TOD planning controls allowed State Significant Development (SSD) applications to be lodged with the DPHI up until 13 June 2025.

SSD applications are assessed by DPHI and determined by the Minister for Planning or the Independent Planning Commission. Council is notified of and invited to comment on SSD applications at the exhibition stage, but otherwise plays no part in the assessment process.

Ku-ring-gai Council is a referral body only, without any decision-making authority.

Uniform Apartment Setbacks

There have been recent suggestions that Council implement uniform apartment setbacks. This may undermine the integrity of existing planning principles or potentially compromise well-integrated development.

Uniform setback requirements would not consider the significant difference between the housing typologies included in Council’s alternate scenario, ranging from three story apartments to 9, 12-15 and 20 plus story buildings in town centres and suburban locations.

The NSW Apartment Design Guide already takes into account setbacks when assessing DAs.

Heritage properties

Under the TOD planning policy, individually listed heritage items were not provided with any uplift to planning controls. Under Council’s preferred scenario, these properties have been provided with the same uplift as adjacent properties which provides increased opportunity for consolidation into development proposals.

I have also recently written to The Hon. Paul Scully, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, seeking his guidance to ask if we could work collaboratively on the future of heritage homes stranded by the TOD and Preferred Scenario - “we are seeking your guidance on how a transparent, case-by-case process might be established to address the concerns of heritage property owners affected by this evolving policy context. Council remains committed to working closely with the Department to find constructive and fair outcomes.”

Heritage conservation areas

Council’s preferred scenario protects as many heritage conservation areas from development as possible, on the east side of Killara and Roseville in particular.

Protecting all conservation areas was not possible given the dwelling targets Council had to meet.

Resolved:

(Moved: The Mayor, Councillor Kay)

That this Mayoral Minute be placed on the Council website

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

112

Proposal to attract increased patronage to Ku-ring-gai Fitness & Aquatic Centre outdoor pool during winter months

File: S12433/5

Vide: MM.2

I seek my Councillor colleagues’ support for an initiative to improve attendance at the Centre’s 50 metre outdoor pool during the low season for swimming.

This period is traditionally between the winter months of May through to September. The initiative I am proposing would be a ‘Winter Swimming Happy Hour’ during the month of August.

The proposal is to allow members of the public to use the 50 metre outdoor pool for one hour between 2pm and 3pm Monday to Friday, in return for a gold coin donation.

The intention is to increase patronage, spread the word that the 50 metre pool is heated up to 26 degrees all year round and support the Y, (the Centre’s managers) in providing a program for HSC students that encourages fitness activities to minimise stress.

Based on current attendance data, the Y and Council staff are confident this initiative won’t significantly impact the budget, especially as it is limited to a short off-peak time slot.

The Winter Swimming Happy Hour would be a cash payment only. Card payments will be charged at the usual recreational swimming rate.

All proceeds from the gold coin donations will go directly toward the Y’s Community HSC Program from 15 September to 7 November.

This initiative provides free access to the gym and pool for local Year 12 students preparing for their HSC exams, helping to support their mental wellbeing during this stressful period.

Resolved:

(Moved: The Mayor, Councillor Kay)

A. That Council support the Winter Swimming Happy Hour during the month of August 2025.

B. That Council staff liaise with the Y regarding promotion of the initiative.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

PETITIONS

113

Petition to Ku-ring-gai Council to oppose development outside revised TOD

File: EM00046/6

Vide: PT.1

Petition to Ku-ring-gai Council

Principal petitioner: Elizabeth Darbar

A State Significant Development (SSD) has been lodged to build 438 apartments in 5 9-storey towers on the site of the old Dalcross Hospital in Stanhope Road Killara, bordering on Wenona Avenue and Springdale Road.

This will have a massive impact on all of Killara.

The site is surrounded by over 20 heritage-listed properties and is part of one of the most significant heritage conservation areas in Ku-ring-gai. A development of this magnitude is incompatible with the existing homes, streets and infrastructure, especially traffic flow and essential services. The tree canopy, biodiversity, heritage and liveability of Killara will be destroyed forever.

We urge the Mayor and Councillors to strongly oppose this SSD.

This is a matter of urgency as the Council and State Department of Planning attempt to come to an agreement on the adoption of the revised TOD policy. The revised TOD came about after months of work and community consultation and deliberately moved high rise away from HCAs and to the town centres. If this development is not stopped it will negate all the previous work Council has undertaken to prevent indiscriminate development in the area.

(520 signatures as of 22 July 2025)

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Balachandran/Ward)

That the petition be received and referred to the appropriate Officer of Council for attention.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

GENERAL BUSINESS

114

RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground

File: RFT57-2024/R

Vide: GB.8

The purpose of this report is for Council to consider the tenders received for RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground and to appoint the preferred tenderer for construction.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Smith)

That the matter be deferred to the next Ordinary Meeting of Council to allow for an inspection of the subject site.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

115

Minutes of Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee meeting held on 12 June 2025

File: CY00458/13

Vide: GB.1

To provide Council with the minutes from the Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee meeting held on 12 June 2025 for adoption.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That the minutes from the Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee meeting held on 12 June 2025 be adopted, including the minor correction in the memorandum.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

116

Environment Committee Minutes - June 2025

File: S14696

Vide: GB.3

For Council to consider and note the minutes of the Environment Advisory Committee meeting held on 23 June 2025.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That Council receive and note the Minutes of the Environment Advisory Committee meeting held on 23 June 2025.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

117

Flood Risk Management Committee Meeting Minutes

File: S10746

Vide: GB.4

For Council to consider and note the minutes of the Flood Risk Management Committee meetings held on 23 July 2024 and 10 June 2025.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That Council receive and note the Minutes of the Flood Risk Management Committee meetings held on 23 July 2024 (Attachment A1) and 10 June 2025 (Attachment A2).

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

118

Investment Report as at 30 June 2025

File: FY00623/8

Vide: GB.5

To present Council’s investment portfolio performance for June 2025.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That:

A. The summary of investments and performance for June 2025 be received and noted.

B. The Certificate of the Responsible Accounting Officer be noted and the report adopted.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

119

Review of Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy

File: CY00474/12

Vide: GB.6

For Council to adopt the updated Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy and expense limits for the first year of this Council term.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That the updated Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days. If any submissions are received, the matter be reported back to Council after the consultation period. If no submissions are received, that Council adopt the updated policy.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

120

Draft Policies: Sportsfields Bookings Policy and Sportsfields Closure Policy

File: S03881

Vide: GB.7

For Council to consider and endorse the Draft Sportsfields Bookings Policy and Draft Sportsfields Closure Policy to be released for community consultation for 4 weeks.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That Council endorses the Draft Sportsfields Bookings Policy and the Draft Sportsfields Closure Policy to be released for community consultation for 4 weeks.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

121

Tender NSROC - RFT1-2025 - Road Surfacing, Patching, and Associated Works – 2025 to 2027

File: FY00662/6

Vide: GB.9

To seek Council's approval to accept the Northern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (NSROC) tender for the schedule of rates for supply; supply and delivery; and supply, delivery and laying of asphaltic concrete, including associated road profiling and heavy patching and other work items for the period 2025/2026 and 2026/2027.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

A. That Council accept the NSROC Tender Evaluation Panel’s recommendations as detailed in the Asphalt-2027 Tender Evaluation Report.

B. That the tender rates submitted by the contractors recommended under Panel A – Road Reconstruction and Re-sheeting be accepted for the period 2025/2026 and 2026/2027.

C. That the tender rates submitted by the contractors recommended under Panel B – Patching and Road Pavement be accepted for the period 2025/2026 and 2026/2027.

D. That the tender rates submitted by the contractors recommended under Panel C – Specialist Services (including line marking, crack sealing and other surfacing works) be accepted for the period 2025/2026 and 2026/2027, with the exception of contractor number 1.

E. That authority be given to the Mayor and General Manager to affix the Common Seal of Council to the contract instrument for the supply; supply and delivery; and supply, delivery and laying of asphaltic concrete, including associated road profiling, patching and other asphalt-related works, for the period 2025/2026 and 2026/2027, with options to extend in accordance with the contract.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

122

Project Status Report - July 2025

File: FY00621/8

Vide: GB.10

To provide Council with the Project Status Report for April – June 2025.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

A. That Council receive and note the Project Status Report for the period April – June 2025.

B. That the Project Status Report be placed on Council’s website.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

123

Ku-ring-gai DCP - Local Character Areas

File: S14276

Vide: GB.11

For Council to consider the amendment of the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan to include Local Character Areas and endorse its public exhibition.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

A. That Council endorse the updates proposed to the Ku-ring-gai DCP Part 14, as detailed in Attachment A2 of this report.

B. That the Ku-ring-gai DCP amendments stated in Attachment A2 be placed on public exhibition in accordance with provisions under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000.

C. That delegation be given to the Director, Strategy and Environment to correct any minor amendments or errors and inconsistencies to the draft KDCP prior to public exhibition.

D. That a report be brought back to Council at the conclusion of the exhibition period.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

124

Draft Site-Specific DCP - Pymble Golf Club

File: S12645

Vide: GB.12

To have Council consider an amendment to the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan to include site-specific controls to support the Planning Proposal for Pymble Golf Course (4,12 and 14 Cowan Road, St Ives).

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

A. That Council endorses, for the purpose of public exhibition, the amendments to the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan (KDCP) at Part 14 (Attachment A1) to include site-specific controls to support the Planning Proposal for Pymble Golf Club (4, 12 and 14 Cowan Road, St Ives) and Part 18R Greenweb Mapping (Attachment A2), subject to the following amendment:

i. 14O.4 Built Form Control 3 – replace “complementary” with “consistent”.

B. That the draft site-specific DCP amendments be placed on public exhibition in accordance with Council’s Community Participation Plan and the provisions of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021.

C. That a report be brought back to Council at the conclusion of the exhibition period for Council to consider any submissions made.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

After having declared an interest in GB.2 and GB.13 Councillor Ngai left Chambers for the following two items.

125

Heritage Reference Committee meeting minutes of 5 June 2025 & 2025-26 Heritage Home Grants Allocation

File: FY00674/2

Vide: GB.2

For Council to consider the minutes from the previous Heritage Reference Committee (‘HRC’) meeting held on 5 June 2025 and HRC recommendations for the applications under the Heritage Home Grants (HHG) program for 2025/26.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Wheatley)

A. That Council receive and note the HRC minutes at Attachment A1 from the meeting held on 5 June 2025.

B. That Council approves the Heritage Home Grant funding as set out in Attachment A2.

C. That Council waives any applicable minor works application fees required by successful grant recipients to undertake projects approved for funding.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

After having declared an interest in GB.13 The Mayor, Councillor Kay left Chambers for the following debate and the Deputy Mayor, Councillor Wheatley assumed the position of Chair.

126

Environmental Levy Grant Program -
Round 27

File: CY00848/2

Vide: GB.13

To seek Council’s endorsement to fund round twenty-seven (27) of the Environmental Levy grants program.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Taylor/Ward)

That Council endorses the recommendations of the Environmental Levy Grants Assessment Panel to fund sixteen (16) projects, totalling $99,191.00 under round twenty-seven (27) of the Environmental Levy grants program.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

The Mayor, Councillor Kay and Councillor Ngai returned to Chambers. The Mayor, Councillor Kay reassumed the position of Chair.

127

Middle Harbour Northern Catchments Flood Study - Post Exhibition Report

File: S12747

Vide: GB.14

For present the updated Middle Harbour Northern Catchments Flood Study for Council endorsement.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Devlin/Ward)

That Council defer endorsement of the Middle Harbour – Northern Catchments Flood Study Final Report to allow further review of site-specific submissions alleging discrepancies between flood modelling and on-ground conditions;

That Council staff prepare a summary of affected properties where concerns relate to topographic or drainage inaccuracies, and assess whether additional site validation or modelling refinement is warranted;

That any properties subject to unresolved concerns be excluded from Flood Planning Area or PMF tagging pending review in the next stage of the Flood Risk Management process;

That improved explanatory material accompany all published flood mapping, clearly outlining the nature of PMF tagging, its limitations, and the criteria used for property inclusion; and,

That once endorsed, the final report be published and landowners directly notified, with clear guidance on how they can engage further during the next stage of planning.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Motions of which due Notice has been given

128

Reaffirming Council's position on TOD SEPP, and addressing the cancellation of the Extraordinary Meeting of Council (2 July 2025)

File: S14427

Vide: NM.1

Notice of Motion from Councillors Devlin and Smith dated 4 July 2025

MOTION:

(Moved: Councillors Devlin/Smith)

We move that Council:

Notes that the Extraordinary Meeting of Council scheduled for 2nd July 2025 was cancelled following the withdrawal of the request from the two Councillors who originally requested it;

Notes that the meeting was convened to reconsider elements of Council’s adopted Preferred Scenario in response to the Transport Oriented Development (TOD) SEPP—a position that followed extensive community consultation and is currently under active review by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing, and Infrastructure;

Notes that, to align with Council’s Preferred Scenario submission, the Department suspended TOD SEPP mapping in Ku-ring-gai on 13th June 2025 for land not subject to an existing TOD proposal;

Notes that councillors had been provided multiple opportunities throughout the entire process in developing the Preferred Scenario to make enquiries, attend councillor briefings, and participate in the voting process;

Expresses concern that the calling of the 2nd July 2025 Extraordinary Meeting and associated agenda papers undermined Council’s planning processes, misrepresented its adopted position, and caused unnecessary confusion in the community;

Confirms that the proposed motion for the cancelled Extraordinary Meeting was inconsistent with Council’s resolution of 5th June 2025 and contained material misunderstandings regarding the status of the TOD SEPP process; and,

Directs that the preamble for NM.1 not be included in the minutes with this resolution.

For the Motion: The Mayor, Councillor Kay, Councillors Balachandran, Devlin, Ngai, Pettett, Smith, Taylor, Ward and Wheatley

Against the Motion: Councillor Spencer

CARRIED

The Mayor, Councillor Kay adjourned the meeting for 15 minutes.

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Devlin/Smith)

That the above Motion as printed be adopted.

For the Resolution: The Mayor, Councillor Kay, Councillors Balachandran, Devlin, Ngai, Pettett, Smith, Taylor, Ward and Wheatley

Against the Resolution: Councillor Spencer

CARRIED

BUSINESS WITHOUT NOTICE – SUBJECT TO CLAUSE 9.3 OF code of meeting practice

Nil

QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

Transport Oriented Development (TOD) SEPP Legal Proceedings

File: S14427

Vide: QN.1

QUESTION:

Question from Councillor Matt Devlin dated 4 July 2025

1. Please confirm the names of the Councillors who voted to support the resolution “that Council commence proceedings in the NSW Land and Environment Court concerning the Transport Oriented Development Amendment to the Housing SEPP” on 8th May 2024?

2. Please confirm the names of the Councillors who moved and seconded a motion to suspend the aforementioned legal proceedings on 4th June 2024?

3. Please confirm the names of the Councillors who voted to support the resolution to suspend the aforementioned legal proceedings on 4th June 2024?

4. Please confirm the names of the Councillors who voted against the resolution to suspend the aforementioned legal proceeding on 4th June 2024?

5. Did any Councillor change their position on the legal proceedings, by way of their vote between the May & June 2024 meetings, therefore counteracting their position on the legal proceedings? If so, who?

6. Did any Councillor change their position on the legal proceedings, by way of endorsing a motion, but then voting against the resolution in the June 2024 meeting, therefore counteracting their position on the legal proceedings? If so, who?

7. What is the current status of the Department of Planning, Housing & Infrastructure’s (DPHI) review of Council’s Preferred Scenario, and can the General Manager provide commentary on the positive and progressive nature of the relationship between Council and DPHI?

ReSPONSE:

Response from General Manager

1. Response

The following motion was carried unanimously:

B. That Council commence proceedings in the NSW Land and Environment Court concerning the Transport Oriented Development Amendment to the Housing SEPP, to seek declarations as to invalidity and orders restraining any associated breach of law, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

The following Councillors voted for the motion:

The Mayor, Councillor Ngai, Councillors Lennon, Smith, Spencer, A. Taylor, G. Taylor, Ward and Wheatley

Councillors Kay and Pettett were absent from the meeting.

2. Response

A motion was moved by Cr Spencer / Pettett as follows (in part):

“D. As a genuine sign of Council’s willingness to work with the state government that Council seek to adjourn the current legal action pending the result of the discussions and negotiations.”

3. Response

For the Resolution: Councillor Spencer

4. Response

Against the Resolution: The Mayor, Councillor Ngai, Councillors Lennon, Pettett, Smith, A. Taylor, G. Taylor, Ward and Wheatley

Councillor Kay was absent from the meeting.

5. Response

On 8 May 2024 Cr Spencer voted to support the following motion.

On 4 June 2024 Cr Spencer voted to support the following motion:

D. As a genuine sign of Council’s willingness to work with the state government that Council suspend the current legal action pending the result of the discussions and negotiations.

6. Response

On 4 June 2024 Cr Pettett seconded the following motion:

D. As a genuine sign of Council’s willingness to work with the state government that Council suspend the current legal action pending the result of the discussions and negotiations.

When put to the vote, Cr Pettett voted against the motion.

7. Response

DPHI is currently reviewing Council’s preferred scenario and has advised that the process to complete the review and, if supported, gazette alternate controls should be completed within 3 months of the lodgement which was on 10 June 2025. Council and DPHI staff have had a professional and cooperative relationship while Council developed its preferred scenario.

Council resolved itself into Closed Meeting
with the Press and Public Excluded to deal with the following items
after a Motion moved by Councillors Wheatley and Balachandran
was CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

Councillors Wheatley and Smith left and returned to Chambers separately during debate on this item.

129		Update on Council land acquisitions for open space File: S04601/16 Vide: C.1
		In accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 and the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021, in the opinion of the General Manager, the following business is of a kind as referred to in section 10A(2)(c), of the Act, and should be dealt with in a part of the meeting closed to the public. Section 10A(2)(c) of the Act permits the meeting to be closed to the public in respect of information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business. The matter is classified confidential because it deals with the proposed acquisition and/or disposal of property. It is not in the public interest to release this information as it would prejudice Council’s ability to acquire and/or dispose of the property on appropriate terms and conditions. Report by Director Strategy & Environment dated 24 June 2025
	Resolved: (Moved: Councillors Smith/Pettett) That Council proceed in the manner outlined in the note signed by the Mayor during the Meeting. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

After having declared an interest in C.2, Councillors Pettett and Spencer left Chambers for the remainder of the meeting.

Councillor Devlin left and returned to Chambers during debate on this item.

130

Project Review

File: S14232/2

Vide: C.2

In accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 and the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021, in the opinion of the General Manager, the following business is of a kind as referred to in section 10A(2)(g), of the Act, and should be dealt with in a part of the meeting closed to the public.

Section 10A(2)(g) of the Act permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to advice concerning litigation, or advice that would otherwise be privileged from production in legal proceedings on the ground of legal professional privilege.

This matter is classified confidential under section 10A(2)(g) because it contains advice concerning a legal matter that:

(a) is a substantial issue relating to a matter in which the Council is involved

(b) is clearly identified in the advice, and

It is not in the public interest to release details of the legal advice as it would prejudice Council’s position in court proceedings.

Report by General Manager dated 18 July 2025

Resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Devlin/Ward)

That Council proceed in the manner in the note signed by the Mayor during the Meeting.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

After voting on the above item, Councillor Taylor left Chambers for the remainder of the meeting.

Council resolved to return to Open Council which was moved by Councillors Wheatley and Balachandran and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

BUSINESS WITHOUT NOTICE – SUBJECT TO CLAUSE 9.3 OF CODE OF MEETING PRACTICE

Nil.

Inspections– SETTING OF TIME, DATE AND RENDEZVOUS

GB.8 RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground TBA

The Meeting closed at 10:23pm.

The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 22 July 2025 (Pages 1 - 30) were confirmed as a full and accurate record of proceedings on <Insert confirmation date …>.

__________________________ __________________________

General Manager Mayor / Chairperson

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective	Delivery Program Term Achievement	Operational Plan Task
C4.1: Harmonious communities that understand, value and accept each other, and embrace our evolving cultural identities.	C4.1.1: Barriers to social inclusion and participation, and access to social services and community facilities are reduced.	C4.1.1.2: Implement programs in response to identified community needs that promote social inclusion.

Community Strategic Plan Strategy	Delivery Program Term Achievement	Operational Plan Action
A5: Work with the NSW government and partners to improve local integrated transport connections, public transport and the regional road network.	A5.1: A network of safe and convenient links to local centres, major land uses and recreation opportunities, including active transport, is progressively implemented and promoted to meet the access and travel needs of the community.	A5.1.1: Implement the improvement plan for bikeways, pedestrian facilities and footpath networks having regard for the access, health and recreational needs of the community.
E2: Support the community to transition to net zero emissions.	E2.1: Our community is effectively informed and engaged in activities that are reducing Ku-ring-gai’s emissions towards Net Zero.	E2.1.1: Support the community in reaching net zero emissions by 2040 or earlier.

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective	Delivery Program Term Achievement	Operational Plan Task
L3.1 The organisation is distinguished by its ethical decision making, efficient management, innovation and quality customer service	Council’s governance framework is developed to ensure probity, transparency and the principles of sustainability are integrated and applied into our policies, plans, guidelines and decision making processes	Comply with the requirements of the Local Government Act and Regulations.

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.4 / 1

Item GB.4	FY00432/16

Ku-ring-gai Council
Community Grants Program 2025

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To advise Council of applications received for the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Community Grants Program, and to recommend funding for community and cultural groups.

background:	Each year Council calls for applications from community and cultural groups for grant funding to assist in providing services to the community. Applications totalling $172,538 have been received from 53 different groups for this year’s round of funding.

comments:	A total of $97,800 is available for the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Community Grants Program. The grants assessment panel has recommended a total of $93,700 for distribution to community and cultural groups, plus $4,100 to Eryldene as a standing resolution of Council.

recommendation:	That Council approve the recommendations in this report for funding $93,700 community and cultural groups.

Purpose of Report

To advise Council of applications received for the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Community Grants Program, and to recommend funding for community and cultural groups.

BACKGROUND

Each year Council calls for applications from community and cultural groups for grant funding to assist in providing services to the community. Applications totalling $172,538 have been received from 53 different groups for this year’s round of funding.

Comments

Projects funded under the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Community Grants Program cover a range of target groups including, children, young people, older people, people with disabilities and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Funding from the grants enhance the capacity of community groups to provide much needed support services to the community. The arts and cultural projects proposed will foster celebrations and promote the development of artistic pursuits in Ku-ring-gai.

The grants assessment panel has recommended allocating $93,700 in funding to support community and cultural groups. Details of the applications, amount of funding recommended, and comments on the assessment process can be found in (Attachments A1, A2 and A3) of this report.

integrated planning and reporting

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective	Delivery Program Term Achievement	Operational Plan Task
C1.1 An equitable and inclusive community that cares and provides for its members	C1.1.1 Council’s policies, programs and advocacy address the social and health needs of all age groups, reduce disadvantage and address gaps in service provision.	Resource and support local initiatives and organisations through the Ku-ring-gai Community Grants program.

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Task

C1.1 An equitable and inclusive community that cares and provides for its members

C1.1.1 Council’s policies, programs and advocacy address the social and health needs of all age groups, reduce disadvantage and address gaps in service provision.

Resource and support local initiatives and organisations through the Ku-ring-gai Community Grants program.

Governance Matters

The 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Community Grants Program is supported by adopted guidelines, funding categories, eligibility criteria and application and selection process information.

Consistent with the Grants Administration and Sponsorships Internal Audit report, two community representatives were invited to assist staff in assessing the applications and provide a diversity of views on the assessment panel. The independent panel members were Ms Helen Jarvis, Management Committee, KYDS (Ku-ring-gai Youth Development Service) and Ms Michelle Bell CEO of the Ku-ring-gai Neighbourhood Centre.

The allocation meeting consisting of independent panel members and council officers was documented, including assessment decisions, funding allocations and conflict of interest disclosures.

Risk Management

Priority funding areas have been identified for each category - Small Equipment, Community Development and Arts and Cultural grants, to assist all potential applicants. The program covers a range of projects and within each project there are a variety of associated risks. Council has in place several measures to mitigate those risks, including a formal funding agreement and acquittal process. Each organisation receiving funding must comply with the terms and conditions of the program.

Financial Considerations

Council has $97,800 available in the 2025 budget for the Community Grants Program. A total amount of $93,700 is proposed to be distributed to community and cultural groups, and a further $4,100 has been allocated to the rates and garbage rebate for Eryldene (a standing resolution of Council).

Social Considerations

The 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Community Grants Program is supported by priority funding areas based on identified social and arts and cultural needs in the Ku-ring-gai area. A key component of this program is to provide opportunities for residents to participate and engage in their local community.

Environmental Considerations

The various projects funded under this program contribute to a sustainable community and some may contain elements with environmental benefits.

Community Consultation

The Ku-ring-gai Community Grants program was promoted using the North Shore Times, social media, Council’s website and direct mailout to over 300 community groups.

Internal Consultation

The Corporate Department has been consulted in the writing of this report.

Summary

The grants will enhance the capacity of community groups to provide much needed support services to the community. The arts/cultural projects proposed will foster celebrations and promote the development of artistic pursuits in Ku-ring-gai.

A total of $97,800 is available for the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Community Grants Program. The grants assessment panel has recommended a total of $93,700 for distribution to community and cultural groups, plus $4,100 to Eryldene as a standing resolution of Council.

Recommendation:

That the following community and cultural groups receive the recommended funding amounts from Council in 2025:

CATEGORY 1: Small Equipment

Name of Organisation	Amount Recommended
Lifestart Disability Services Ltd	$1,550.00
Lindfield Bowling Club	$1,550.00
Ku-ring-gai Community Workshop "The Shed" Inc.	$1,550.00
The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (NSW) on behalf of UCA Gordon-Pymble Uniting Church	$1,550.00
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Community Transport	$1,550.00
Probus Club of Barra Brui Inc	$1,550.00
Gordon East Public School P&C	$450.00
Chinese Early Childhood Educators Association	$1,550.00
Christ Church St Ives	$1,400.00
Sydney United Sports Club Incorporated	$1,550.00
Ku-ring-gai Male Choir Inc	$759.00
Ku-ring-gai Netball Association	$1,550.00
Lindfield Football Club	$1,280.00
Chabad North Shore	$1,550.00
West Pymble Scout Group	$1,550.00
Pymble Turramurra Pre-School Inc	$1,550.00
Probus Club of Warrawee Inc.	$1,550.00
Dance of Love Incorporated	$549.00
Ku Ring Gai Little Athletics Inc	$1,550.00
The North Shore Synagogue	$1,550.00
2nd/3rd Lindfield Scout Group	$1,550.00
Total	$29,238.00

CATEGORY 2: Community Development

Name of Organisation	Amount Recommended
Lifestart Disability Services Ltd	$2,700.00
Empowering Parents In Crisis Pty Ltd (EPIC)	$3,500.00
AASHA Australia Foundation	$2,500.00
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Women's Shelter	$3,000.00
Early Education (EarlyEd) Inc	$2,930.00
Sydney Upper North Shore Special Olympics	$3,500.00
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Community College	$3,500.00
Pitch Club Pty Limited	$2,000.00
St Lucy's School	$3,136.00
Gordon FC	$2,643.00
Dae Hahn Culture School	$1,400.00
CASS Care Ltd	$2,900.00
Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce Incorporated	$2,500.00
Streetwork Australia Limited	$2,600.00
Total	$38,809.00

CATEGORY 3: Arts & Cultural

Name of Organisation	Amount Recommended
AASHA Australia Foundation	$3,000.00
St Ives High School Parents and Citizens Association Incorporated	$3,000.00
The Cathedral Singers Incorporated	$1,275.00
CASS Care Ltd	$3,000.00
Edmund Rice Flexible Schools Ltd Trading as St Edmund's College Wahroonga	$978.00
Chabad North Shore	$3,000.00
Kuringai Youth Orchestra Incorporated	$1,400.00
Marian Street Theatre for Young People (MSTYP)	$1,500.00
Dae Hahn Culture School	$2,500.00
Streetwork Australia Limited	$3,000.00
Multicultural Integration Community Support Inc	$3,000.00
Total	$25,653.00

Danny Houseas

Manager Community Development

Janice Bevan

Director Community

Attachments:	A1⇩	Attachment 1 - Small Equipment Individual Assessment 2025	2025/214362
	A2⇩	Attachment 2 - Community Development Individual Assessment 2025	2025/214363
	A3 ⇩	Attachment 3 - Arts & Cultural Individual Assessment 2025	2025/227999

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.5 / 1

Item GB.5	FY00275/18

Ku-ring-gai Council
Sponsorship Program 2025

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To advise Council of applications received for the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Sponsorship Program, and to provide recommendations for Sponsorship funding.

background:	Each year Council calls for applications for Sponsorship proposals in line with Council’s Grants, Sponsorship, Donations and Environmental Rebates Policy 2024. Following an Expression of Interest process applications totalling $198,650 were received from 19 organisations. Council’s budget for the Sponsorship Program for 2025-2026 is $93,900.
comments:	All Sponsorship applications have been assessed according to Council’s Grants, Sponsorship Donations and Environmental Rebates Policy and the Ku-ring-gai Destination Management Plan. Due to the significant increase in the value of sponsorship requests, plus requests from new organisations this year along with the limited amount of funding for sponsorship, it has been necessary to apply an overall reduction across all categories of sponsorship to ensure a more equitable distribution of funding.

recommendation:	That Council approve recommendations for Sponsorship funding for Events, Arts and Cultural and General Sponsorship, as recommended in this report.

Purpose of Report

To advise Council of applications received for the 2025 Ku-ring-gai Council Sponsorship Program, and to provide recommendations for Sponsorship funding.

Background

Each year Council calls for applications for Sponsorship proposals in line with Council’s Grants, Sponsorship, Donations and Environmental Rebates Policy 2024.

Sponsorship of major destination events supports the activation of Ku-ring-gai’s major venues, engaging regional communities in sporting, arts and cultural and entertainment events.

Following an Expression of Interest process applications totalling $198,650 were received from 19 organisations. The Expression of Interest process was advertised on the Council website, Council’s E News, and Facebook and an email was sent to all previous recipients and new enquiries advising that applications would be open from 1 May to 30 May 2025

Council’s budget for the Sponsorship Program for 2025-2026 is $93,900.

Comments

In applying for Sponsorship under Council’s Grants, Sponsorship, Donations and Environmental Rebates Policy 2024, applicants must demonstrate that their event or project:

· significantly benefits the local economy by attracting visitors from outside Ku-ring-gai

· generates positive media and brand exposure for Ku-ring-gai Council from within and outside the area

· is held within the boundaries of the Ku-ring-gai Local Government Area

· meets the assessment criteria contained in Council’s sponsorships guidelines including cultural tourism, economic development, social and community development, innovation and sustainability

To be eligible for sponsorship, applicants must be:

· financially solvent

· a sole trader or individual

· either a for-profit organisation or legally constituted not-for profit organisation, or auspiced by a not-for profit organisation

· a resident of Ku-ring-gai, if applying as an individual.

All Sponsorship applications have been assessed according to Council’s Grants, Sponsorship Donations and Environmental Rebates Policy and the Ku-ring-gai Destination Management Plan.

Applications for the 2025-2026 round of Events and Arts and Cultural sponsorship have far exceeded previous year’s requests, with a total of $198,650 being requested from 19 organisations. There have also been requests from new organisations this year which include The Pymble Open Day, Social Local Collective, The Sales Strategy and Shift Mastermind and Pymble Fun Run.

Due to the significant increase in the value of sponsorship requests, plus requests from new organisations, it has been necessary to apply an overall reduction across all categories of sponsorship to ensure a more equitable distribution of funding.

Assessment and Acquittal Process

Applications for sponsorship are assessed under the following categories:

· Events Sponsorship

· Arts and Cultural Sponsorship

· General Sponsorship

Sponsorship for these categories supports the principles of Council’s Destination Management Plan and the activation of Ku-ring-gai’s venues, engaging regional communities in sporting, arts and cultural and entertainment events.

Recommendations for funding are based under set criteria, which include:

· the number of people participating in the event/program and/or the extent of audience reach/ visitation

· whether the event/program is local or regional

· amount of funding the group has previously received, and funding secured including other sponsors

· uniqueness and viability of the event/program providing entertainment, cultural and/or recreation experiences

· social and community development increasing participation of people of all ages, ability and culturally diverse backgrounds

· economic development supporting local businesses

· the implementation of sustainable event practices and,

· exposure benefit to Council including recognition and promotion.

An acquittal process is also required to ensure the sponsorship funds were spent in accordance with the sponsorship proposal. All successful applicants are required to submit an acquittal report outlining how the sponsorship has been spent. This report will be due within four weeks after the completion of the event. Applicants who do not complete and return an acquittal report will be required to return the funding and may be ineligible for any future funding.

Sponsorship Activation, Branding and Community Engagement

Council’s Events team co-ordinates activation of Council’s events and festival sponsorship program including:

· Mayoral/Councillor engagement at events

· Council branding presence which includes banners and signage

· Marketing opportunities with Council’s Communications team including What’s On listings,

E News, and social media coverage.

Sponsorship Categories

The following Events Sponsorship proposals, over $5,000 in value, have been received (Attachment 1):

· Pymble Open Day ($20,000)

· Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival ($15,000)

· Wahroonga Village Fair ($15,000)

· Social Local Collective ($14,000)

· The Sales Strategy and Shift Mastermind ($11,150)

· Sparkling Wahroonga ($10,000)

· St Ives Multicultural Food & Wine Festival ($10,000)

· Pymble Fun Run ($10,000)

· Bobbin Head Cycle Classic ($10,000)

· Special Olympics Ku-ring-gai Chase Fun Run ($6,000)

· Challenge Works Bare Creek Trail Run ($5,500)

The following Events Sponsorship proposals, under $5,000 in value, have been received (Attachment 2):

· Ku-ring-gai Shield ($2,500)

· Ravenswood School for Girls Australian Women’s Arts Prize ($2,500)

· Ku-ring-gai Art Society Exhibition ($2,000)

· St Ives Pre-School and Kindergarten ($2,000)

· 180 Cadence (Naak) - Sydney Backyard Ultra ($1,000)

The following Arts and Cultural Sponsorship proposals over $5000 in value have been received (Attachment 3):

· Marian Street Theatre for Young People ($30,000)

· Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra ($25,000)

The following General Sponsorship proposal has been received (Attachment 4):

· The Welcome Basket ($7,000)

All sponsorship applications have been assessed according to Council’s Grants, Sponsorship, Donations and Environmental Rebates Policy 2024 and associated selection and assessment criteria, and the following recommendations have been proposed:

Events Sponsorship over $5,000	Amount requested	Amount recommended
Pymble Open Day	$20,000	$400
Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival	$15,000	$6,000
Wahroonga Village Fair	$15,000	$6,000
Social Local Collective	$14,000	$400
The Sales Strategy and Shift Mastermind	$11,150	$0
Sparkling Wahroonga	$10,000	$2,000
St Ives Multicultural Food and Wine Festival	$10,000	$4,000
Pymble Fun Run	$10,000	$1,000
Bobbin Head Cycle Classic	$10,000	$7,000
Special Olympics Ku-ring-gai Chase Fun Run	$6,000	$4,000
Challenge Works Bare Creek Trail Run	$5,500	$4,000
Events Sponsorship under $5,000
Ku-ring-gai Shield	$2,500	$1,500
Ravenswood School for Girls Australian Women’s Art Prize	$2,500	$1,800
Ku-ring-gai Art Society Exhibition	$2,000	$2,000
St Ives Pre-School and Kindergarten	$2,000	$400
180 Cadence (Naak) – Sydney Backyard Ultra	$1,000	$400
Arts and Cultural Sponsorship
Marian Street Theatre for Young People	$30,000	$25,000
Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra	$25,000	$25,000
General Sponsorship
Welcome basket	$7,000	$3,000
Total value of sponsorship requests received	$198,650	$93,900

Summary of Sponsorship Requests and Recommendations for funding Events Sponsorship requests

Events Sponsorship over $5,000

St Mary’s Church Pymble – Pymble Open Day

Request for $20,000 – Recommendation for funding $400

St Mary’s Pymble has requested sponsorship for Pymble Open day 6 September 2025 at the Church on Mona Vale Road Pymble. According to the organisers, the event is to celebrate the suburb's rich community spirit, highlighting its cultural, ethnic, and generational diversity and to provide a platform for local businesses, community groups, health and education services, to share their knowledge, experience and services with the local community. It will help inform residents about opportunities, while increasing visibility and support for local initiatives and strengthen social cohesion by connecting individuals from different cultural, ethnic, linguistic, and generational backgrounds.

The assessment panel considered that although the event promises to be well organised and well attended, it appears to be somewhat restricted in that it is a local diocese event, with limited regional destination benefit.

Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival

Request for $15,000 – Recommendation for funding $6,000

The Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival 2025 has requested sponsorship for the 11th annual fair on Sunday 26 October 2025, in Wahroonga Park. The organisers have proposed that the event will deliver a high quality, unique food and wine festival, providing significant promotion of key regional Australian wine regions that are able to present their unique local produce to the festival audience. Ku-ring-gai residents, businesses and regional visitors can be part of this free public event with over 8,000 visitors. The festival also offers an opportunity to showcase local schools, musical talent, and local performers who will entertain on the rotunda stage across the day.

The assessment panel has recommended funding of $6,000 primarily due to the high visitation rate that the festival attracts, along with the significant level of regional participation. The recommended amount is consistent with previous years funding.

Wahroonga Village Fair

Request for $15,000 – Recommendation for funding $6,000

Wahroonga Rotary has requested sponsorship for the Wahroonga Village Fair to be held on Sunday 7December 2025. The organisers propose the fair will provide an opportunity for Ku-ring-gai families to enjoy community stalls, food and entertainment attracting over 12,000 visitors. Funds raised from the fair will support community and youth projects. The festival also offers an opportunity to showcase local schools and cultural groups.

The assessment panel has recommended funding of $6,000 primarily because the Wahroonga Village Fair is a localised event that supports local businesses attracting visitors across the region.

Local Social Collective Ku-ring-gai Long Lunch

Request for $14,000 – Recommendation for funding $400

The Local Social Collective has requested sponsorship for a community Long Lunch to be held 13 September at Wahroonga Park. The Collective's overarching goal is to help prevent social isolation and loneliness to reduce the negative health outcomes by offering a joyful, inclusive community event that brings people of all ages and backgrounds together over a shared meal in a beautiful outdoor setting. The Ku-ring-gai Long Lunch is a celebration of community, kindness, and connection—where everyone is welcome to share a beautiful meal, enjoy live music, and spark conversations that will strengthen the heart of our local area. This inclusive event will serve 300 guests seated at long tables, enjoying food from local caterers, performances from talented local musicians, shared laughter, and stories it’s more than just a lunch—it’s an invitation to connect. The event is a local community services event with limited regional destination benefit.

The assessment panel has recommended $400 due to the event being a localised niche community event with limited destination benefit.

Maree Kirkpatrick Consulting - The Sales, Strategy and Shift mastermind - Sales & Strategy: Empowering Women to Shift, Sell, and Succeed in 2026

Request for $11,150 – Recommendation for funding $0

Maree Kirkpatrick Consulting has requested sponsorship for a business event for women to be delivered in November at Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden. The proposal for the event is to provide a full-day experience that equips women in business with the tools and confidence they need to excel in sales, strategy, and mindset for the year ahead. Teaching ladies how to sell with connection and confidence, set up an aligned strategy for their business and goals and work through the mindset to empower them to get there. Participants attending the event will experience master sales with connection and confidence, build an aligned business strategy for growth, and will leave with a clear action plan.

The assessment panel considered this event as a commercial small business event which was delivered by a consultant. The panel did not consider the event to have any regional destination benefit.

Sparkling Wahroonga

Request for $10,000 – Recommendation for funding $2,000

The 2^nd Sparkling Wahroonga event will be held on Sunday 1 March 2026 at Wahroonga Park. According to the organisers the event is a thematic food and beverage festival for the North Shore region delivered in partnership with the Mudgee Region, Mudgee Wine Association and Mudgee Fine Foods. The event will focus on supporting regional NSW producers bringing the country to the city and building strong partnerships with Ku-ring-gai partners and sponsors. The event will also celebrate local music talent performing throughout the day.

The assessment panel considered the event would attract high regional visitation, and funding is consistent with the inaugural event in 2024.

St Ives Multicultural Food & Wine Festival

Request for $10,000 – Recommendation for funding $4,000

St Ives Multicultural Food & Wine Festival 2025 will be held at St Ives Village Green on 21 September 2025. The organisers propose an all-day event for the whole family with an animal farm, pony rides, face painting and jumping castles for children. Also included are local musicians busking, karate demonstrations, food and wine stalls, local RFS and fire brigade trucks, and Knox piped band. The event has been running for the past 10 years and attracts over 5000 visitors with funds supporting the Ku-ring-gai Neighbourhood Centre, the Cromehurst Foundation and local Rotary programs for students.

The assessment panel has recommended $4,000 as St Ives Multicultural Food & Wine Festival is a localised event that supports regional producers and visitors across the region.

Pymble Public School Parents and Citizens Association Inc – Pymble Fun Run

Request for $10,000 – Recommendation for funding $1,000

Pymble Public School Parents and Citizens Association Inc has applied for funding for Pymble Fun Run Sunday 21 September 2025. The Pymble Fun Run offers a 2km and 5kms run around Pymble streets aims to bring the Ku-ring-gai community together for a vibrant, inclusive and healthy celebration of local life and encourages active lifestyles, strengthens community connections, and showcases the Pymble area as a welcoming and dynamic part of Ku-ring-gai. All funds raised support educational resources and programs at Pymble Public School, directly benefiting local children and families.

The assessment panel considered that through engaging over 1,000 participants and volunteers and collaborating with local businesses, the event would contribute to the social and economic vibrancy of the region while promoting Ku-ring-gai as a destination for high-quality community events.

Bobbin Head Cycle Classic

Request for $10,000 – Recommendation for funding $7,000

The Bobbin Head Cycle Classic has requested sponsorship for a regional cycling event that attracts over 2,000 riders from across NSW. The event, presented by Ku-ring-gai Rotary Clubs, will, for the first time, start and finish at the St Ives Showground, be held on Sunday 29 March 2026. It is supported by over 500 volunteers with over 2,000 spectators. In 2025, the event although it was cancelled due to wet weather, raised $60,000 for Lifeline (Harbour to Hawkesbury), KYDS, Eagles RAPS, Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Women’s Shelter, Hornsby Connect, The Cromehurst Foundation, MoWaNa, Friends of Siobada, Mentoring Men Ltd and Bo Children’s Hospital Trust. Sponsorship funds will be used for event operational and safety provisions including variable message signs, traffic control barriers and NSW Police events support.

The assessment panel recommended funding of $7,000 because the Bobbin Head Cycle Classic is a regional event attracting audiences from across NSW, with high participant rates and wide engagement.

Special Olympics Ku-ring-gai Chase Fun Run

Request for $6,000 – Recommendation for funding $4,000

The Special Olympics Ku-ring-gai Chase Fun Run has requested funding for a regional fun run and walk and will be held on 14 June 2026 at Claude Cameron Grove, Wahroonga. The fun run, which attracts over 700 participants, showcases community partners, schools, local businesses and disability providers. In 2024 the event raised $12k for the Special Olympics. Sponsorship funds will be used for event operational and safety provisions including variable message signs, waste management and portable events infrastructure including amenities.

The assessment panel recommended the amount of $4,000 due to the Special Olympics having strong community support and it being a localised event with local visitation and audience engagement.

Challenge Works The Bare Creek Trail Run

Request for $5,500 – Recommendation for funding $4,000

The Bare Creek Trail Run has requested sponsorship for a community fun run to be held on 2 November 2025, at Acron Oval, St Ives. The event is a combination of an active community gathering and a fundraising and has raised many thousands of dollars over recent years for the Indigenous Marathon Foundation, Run Beyond Project and MedEarth. The event provides an opportunity for competitive and non-competitive runners to participate in a family friendly, professionally run community event, that showcases the scenery and attraction of the local area attracting over 863 runners. It is proposed that Council support a new ‘Community Champion’ Award recognising a participant with outstanding community spirit and have naming rights on the 2km ‘Ku-ring-gai Dash’ This ensures that participants of a wide variety of abilities, age groups and levels of competitiveness can participate.

The assessment panel recommended an amount of $4,000 due to this being a niche regional event with limited attendance numbers.

Events Sponsorship under $5,000

The Ku-ring-gai Shield

Request for $2,500 – Recommendation for funding $1,500

The Ku-ring-gai Shield competition is a combined bowls competition between Killara, Lindfield, St Ives, Turramurra, Warrawee and West Pymble bowling clubs. The event comprises games of Singles, Pairs, Triples and Fours, involving 10 players from each club - a total of 60 players. The Ku-ring-gai Shield started in 1990 and has been running annually, except for 2020 and 2021 events, which were cancelled due to Covid-19. The date scheduled for the 2025 competition is Saturday 27 September at St Ives Bowling Club.

The assessment panel recommended $1,500 because the event is a localised niche interclub bowling competition.

Ravenswood School for Girls - Ravenswood Australian Women's Art Prize

Request for $2,500 – Recommendation for funding $1,800

The Ravenswood Australian Women's Art Prize is an annual national acquisitive art prize for women artists across Australia. It launched in 2017 by Ravenswood School for Girls to raise the profile of women artists in Australia and provide a platform for women artists to showcase their artworks. It is the mission of the Art Prize, to amplify the relevance and reality of careers in art for current women artists, including First Nations women and generations of women to come. The Opening Night and Announcement of winners will be held in June 2026 in Gordon on a Friday evening from 6.00pm to 8.30pm, followed by the Exhibition of Finalists which is free and open to the public for two weeks / three weekends. The art prize has not previously received funding and will support the regional promotion of the event.

The assessment panel recommended $1,800 because the event receives national media exposure and inclusive of remote indigenous communities.

Ku-ring-gai Art Society

Request for $2,000 – Recommendation for funding $2,000

The Ku-ring-gai Art Society has requested sponsorship for the 58^th annual awards exhibition to be held from Monday 21 July to Sunday 4 August at the St Ives Shopping Village. The exhibition will showcase the work of members of the Ku-ring-gai Art Society and promote the visual arts within Ku-ring-gai. Artworks are hung on the ramp within the St Ives Village Gallery. Prizes are awarded at a ceremony on Friday 28 July.

The assessment panel recommended $2,000 because the event celebrates visual arts across the Ku-ring-gai region and engages the community through exhibition at St Ives Shopping Village.

St Ives Preschool and Kindergarten

Request for $2,000 – Recommendation for funding $400

St Ives Preschool and Kindergarten has requested sponsorship for their annual Family Fun Day to be held on 26 October 2025.The Family Fun Day is a celebration of the many cultures that are represented at the preschool and in the community and builds strong links and relationships between the community and the preschool and enjoyed by a diverse sector of the community. The event is enjoyed by many in the area and offers craft, food, raffles, face painting, pony rides, jumping castles and much more including performances by school bands, choirs and local dance group performances. The event is a localised community event. The assessment panel recommended $400 because the event is a local niche community event.

180 Cadence (Naak) - Sydney Backyard Ultra

Request for $1,000 – Recommendation for funding $400

Sydney Backyard Ultra running race St Ives Showground 20 to 23 September 2025 and Sydney Ultra Marathon on 26 July 2025. Endurance running events for all levels of fitness. Participants walk / run for any time period from 1 hour to 48 hours depending on their fitness level and goals. Participants from the local council area and throughout Sydney can walk, jog, run a 6.7km course for a period of 48 hours. The event attracts interstate and regional competitors and will support the regional promotion of the event.

The assessment panel recommended $400 because the event is a niche endurance running event that attracts competitors from across NSW and interstate.

Arts and Cultural Sponsorship requests

Marian Street Theatre for Young People (MSTYP)

Request for $30,000 – Recommendation for funding $25,000

Marian Street Theatre for Young People

Marian Street Theatre for Young People has requested funding for a series of events throughout the year comprising of the following:

· Holiday Workshops - for ages 6-18 including Play in a Day, various drama masterclasses, public speaking, mini-Shakespeare.

· Theatre Productions - Wizard of Oz - an abridged play script based on the classic to be performed by our primary school drama students.

· Access success - year-long performance project for young people with learning and accessibility needs.

· Youth Week Workshops – including public speaking, make a play or drama skills.

The amount of $25,000 is recommended because of MSTYP’s community engagement through regional youth productions and workshops and support for young people in the arts.

Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra (KPO)

Request for $25,000 – Recommendation for funding $25,000

Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra

Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra has requested sponsorship to support the following events planned for the 2025-2026 financial year, some with multiple performances. They are as follows:

• Symphony concert at 3pm on 31st August at The Concourse, Chatswood.

• Composer’s workshops on 2, 9 and 16th September at Ku-ring-gai Town Hall.

• Symphony concert at 3pm on 16th November at Turramurra Uniting Church.

• Recording of selected Kids Proms commissioned pieces and composer’s workshop pieces, 9th December at Ku-ring-gai Town Hall.

• 1st symphony concert of 2026 at 3pm on 15th March at The Concourse, Chatswood.

• Concerto competition semi-finals concert on 29th March 2026 at Abbotsleigh school.

• Tour by invitation to perform for Handa Opera at Millthorpe in Central West NSW on 2nd and 4th April 2026.

• Kids Proms 2 concerts at 2pm and 3.30pm on 24th May 2026, location tbc, with Kids Proms Champions events in Ku-ring-gai libraries during the two weeks beforehand.

• Community Concert at 3pm on 21st June 2026, Turramurra Uniting Church.

• Open Rehearsal for Concerto Competition Tuesday 23 June 2026 at 7.30pm Ku-ring-gai Town Hall and

• NSW Secondary Schools Concerto Competition Finals Concert at 3pm on 28th June 2026 at The Concourse, Chatswood.

The amount of $25,000 is recommended because of the KPO’s strong audience reach and high participation rates, regional exposure, community engagement, and support for young people.

General Sponsorship Request

Welcome Basket

Request for $7,000 – Recommendation for funding $3,000

The Welcome Basket ensures new residents in Ku-ring-gai are welcomed into the community by a local representative with new residents receiving a basket containing information about Council services, local businesses and emergency services.

The assessment panel recommended $3,000 because the project positively promotes Council’s services and programs with new residents.

integrated planning and reporting

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Task

C2.1 A harmonious community that respects, appreciates, celebrates and learns from each other and values our evolving cultural identity.

Opportunities are identified, provided and promoted for the community to share cultural experiences.

To stage events consistent with Council’s Sponsorship policy.

Governance Matters

Sponsorship proposals must comply with Council’s Sponsorship and Donations Policy and all events are required to support Council’s Destination Management Plan. Council is required to approve all sponsorship requests of $5,000 and over.

Risk Management

Prospective recipients address set criteria when applying for sponsorship and are required to provide an acquittal on how sponsorship funds were spent.

Financial Considerations

The total amount requested for Council sponsorship is $199,000. The Sponsorship budget within the Community Department budget for 2025-26 is $93,900. Following assessment of the sponsorship applications, recommendations for sponsorship funding total $93,900.

Social Considerations

Community events provide important social, recreational and cultural opportunities, and raise money for charities. Through the sponsorship of these events Council is being widely promoted through the community as well as providing shared experiences and volunteering options.

Environmental Considerations

There are no significant environmental considerations associated with this report.

Community Consultation

Community consultation is not required for this report.

Internal Consultation

Internal consultation has been undertaken with other Managers within the Community and Finance departments.

Summary

Each year Council calls for applications for Sponsorship proposals in line with Council’s Grants, Sponsorship, Donations and Environmental Rebates Policy 2024.

Applications for sponsorship to the value of $198,650 have been received this year. Pymble Open Day, Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival, Wahroonga Village Fair, Social Local Collective, Maree Kirkpatrick Consulting, Sparkling Wahroonga, St Ives Multicultural Food and Wine Festival, Pymble Fun Run, Bobbin Head Cycle Classic, Challenge Works Bare Creek Trail Run, Special Olympics Ku-ring-gai Chase Fun Run, Sydney Backyard Ultra,

There were also five (5) requests for Events Sponsorship under $5,000 received from Ku-ring-gai Shield, Ravenswood School for Girls Australian Women’s Art Prize, Ku-ring-gai Art Society, St Ives Pre-School and Kindergarten and 180 Cadence (Naak) - Sydney Backyard Ultra.

Arts and Cultural Sponsorship requests have been received from the Marian Street Theatre for Young People and the Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra, and a General Sponsorship request has been received from The Welcome Basket.

Applications have been assessed under the following set criteria:

· the number of people participating in the event/program and/or the extent of audience reach,

· whether the event/program is local or regional,

· amount of funding the group has previously received,

· uniqueness and viability of the event/program, and

· exposure benefit to Council.

Following assessment, recommendations for sponsorship funding totalling $79,900 have been provided.

Recommendation:

That Council approve the following funding for the Events, Arts and Cultural and General Sponsorship applications:

Events Sponsorship over $5,000	Amount recommended
Pymble Open Day	$400
Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival	$6,000
Wahroonga Village Fair	$6,000
Social Local Collective	$400
The Sales Strategy and Shift Mastermind	$0
Sparkling Wahroonga	$2,000
St Ives Multicultural Food and Wine Festival	$4,000
Pymble Fun Run	$1,000
Bobbin Head Cycle Classic	$7,000
Special Olympics Ku-ring-gai Chase Fun Run	$4,000
Challenge Works Bare Creek Trail Run	$4,000
Events Sponsorship under $5,000
Ku-ring-gai Shield	$1,500
Ravenswood Wood School for Girls Australian Women’s Art Prize	$1,800
Ku-ring-gai Art Society Exhibition	$2,000
St Ives Pre-School and Kindergarten	$400
180 Cadence (Naak) – Sydney Backyard Ultra	$400
Arts and Cultural Sponsorship
Marian Street Theatre for Young People	$25,000
Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra	$25,000
General Sponsorship
Welcome basket	$3,000
Total value of sponsorship requests received	$93,900

Melanie Morson

Manager Visitor Experience & Events

Janice Bevan

Director Community

Attachments:	A1⇩	Attachment 1 - Sponsorship over $5,000	2025/212792
	A2⇩	Attachment 2 - Sponsorship under $5,000	2025/212794
	A3⇩	Attachment 3 - Sponsorship Arts and Cultural	2025/212795
	A4 ⇩	Attachment 4 - Sponsorship General	2025/212791

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.6 / 1

Item GB.6	FY00430/17

Ku-ring-gai Pickleball
Action Plan

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To provide Council with a draft Pickleball Action Plan identifying opportunities to establish pickleball courts in Ku-ring-gai.

background:	Council resolved, following a Notice of Motion from the Mayor, Cr Christine Kay and Cr Matt Devlin, to develop a Pickleball Action Plan to identify and assess opportunities for both daytime and nighttime pickleball play across Ku-ring-gai.

comments:	Council staff have identified a range of opportunities for pickleball in Ku-ring-gai following an investigation of existing Council-managed tennis courts, netball courts, community halls and other sports facilities. This includes utilising existing outdoor and indoor facilities, as well as exploring the development of dedicated pickleball courts.

recommendation: (Refer to the full Recommendation at the end of this report)	That Council support the draft Pickleball Action Plan and endorse the proposed staged development and provision of pickleball courts across Ku-ring-gai, and that Council endorse the proposed fees for the hire of pickleball courts in Ku-ring-gai.

Purpose of Report

To provide Council with a draft Pickleball Action Plan identifying opportunities to establish pickleball courts in Ku-ring-gai.

Background

At the OMC on15 April 2025 following a Notice of Motion from the Mayor, Cr Christine Kay and Cr Matt Devlin, it was resolved:

A. That Council conduct a review across the local government area of its public spaces and recreational facilities to identify opportunities to accommodate both daytime and nighttime Pickleball

B. That subject to agreement with the Department of Education, Pickleball line markings be included at the St Ives High Sports Centre and where other appropriate shared user agreements are in place, and

C. That a report be brought back to Council in July 2025 with an action plan to provide Pickleball play spaces in Ku-ring-gai.

Following this resolution, Council staff continued a review of potential sites suitable for pickleball and met with representatives from Suns Pickleball Club, a not-for-profit community organisation affiliated with Pickleball Australia and Pickleball NSW, and other pickleball players in the community.

In line with Part B of the Council resolution, Pickleball line markings will be incorporated in Stage 2 of the St Ives High School Sports Centre and additional pickleball line markings are in place at St Ives Primary school.

Discussions and planning between Council staff across Strategy and Environment, Operations and Community departments has provided opportunities to explore options that support the growth of pickleball in Ku-ring-gai while aligning with Council’s priorities around equitable access, asset management, and community use.

Key considerations emerging from these discussions include:

Facility Suitability and Shared Use: Pickleball players are currently using shared tennis courts and are open to flexible, shared-use arrangements with other sporting groups. However, there are infrastructure constraints such as the absence of permanent line markings, inadequate lighting for evening use, and existing booking conflicts.

Fee Structure and Financial Viability: Developing a sustainable pricing model for pickleball will require careful consideration of court hire viability in relation to current membership and session fees. Any future Council fee structure should strike a balance between user affordability, cost recovery, and alignment with pricing across comparable recreational facilities.

Infrastructure and Operational Needs: Pickleball players have identified key requirements including permanent line markings, improved lighting, and modest equipment storage at outdoor venues. Council community halls were considered as potential indoor venues, however their suitability for active recreation is restrained due to internal design, size constraints, interior finishes, and their use as general-purpose community spaces.

Alignment with Council Processes: Existing pickleball clubs in Ku-ring-gai have expressed a commitment to working within Council’s seasonal and permanent booking systems and have demonstrated an understanding of shared-use priorities and asset access conditions.

Council staff will continue engaging with these clubs and other pickleball players to assess suitable locations, refine pricing models, and explore infrastructure requirements in alignment with broader asset planning and facility use terms.

This collaborative approach supports Council’s strategic objectives of promoting inclusive participation, optimising utilisation of existing infrastructure, and responding proactively to emerging community recreation trends.

Comments

Assessment Process

Following an investigation of existing Council-managed tennis courts, netball courts, community halls and other sports facilities, Council staff have identified a range of opportunities for pickleball in Ku-ring-gai. This included an assessment of suitability of existing outdoor and indoor facilities, as well as exploring the development of dedicated pickleball courts.

The assessment also included a review of fees charged by comparable providers both within and outside Ku-ring-gai, as well as preliminary cost estimates for line marking, surface preparation, equipment and minor modifications required to adapt existing facilities for pickleball use. This information will help guide future planning and investment decisions.

Pickleball participation is rapidly increasing across all age groups in Ku-ring-gai and Northern Sydney, highlighting the need for more accessible facilities. Engagement with existing pickleball clubs in Ku-ring-gai and other pickleball players has provided valuable insight into desired facility features that support skill development, sustainable operational and financial approaches. These insights have been instrumental in guiding the strategic planning process.

Pricing Analysis

A pricing analysis was conducted, benchmarking court hire costs across a range of outdoor and indoor venues, including Council-managed, government, and private facilities. This review considered venues with dedicated pickleball line markings, permanent or portable nets, and adaptable indoor spaces. The findings indicate that Council-operated outdoor and indoor facilities remain among the most affordable options. In contrast, dedicated private facilities, offering purpose-built courts with full servicing, command significantly higher prices due to the quality of the facilities and their commercial nature. Ku-ring-gai Council’s current fee structure compares favourably with other councils and stays below private market rates. This supports broader objectives of equitable access, community participation, and sustainable use of public assets.

Preliminary cost estimates have been calculated for both converting existing tennis and netball courts and developing dedicated pickleball facilities. The proposed phased implementation prioritises quick activation, with the capacity to scale based on demand, enabling ongoing optimisation and equitable access for the community.

Other Factors

In addition to pricing, key factors such as access to lit venues, lighting quality, and surface conditions have been assessed to support year-round play. An audit of existing pickleball-compatible venues, including dedicated courts and shared-use sites has been completed. This evaluation considered usage patterns, unmet demand, impacts on users and nearby residents, and opportunities to improve access and operational efficiency.

Site assessments identified priority locations for expansion based on surface condition, lighting quality, available space, infrastructure adaptability, parking, and noise impacts. Facility capacity analysis ensures that introducing pickleball balances existing uses, particularly tennis and netball, while maintaining overall standards of facility service and user experience.

Proposed fee structures aim to balance affordability, cost recovery, and equity while covering Council’s expenses for converting and maintaining facilities. These structures are designed to be straightforward and reflective of comparable venues, with plans for review and adjustment after an initial trial period once facilities are operational.

Ensuring equitable access and geographic distribution remains a key strategic priority. The immediate focus is on the rapid delivery of facilities to meet growing demand, while medium-term plans aim to address access barriers and expand community reach to maximise participation.

Indoor Venues

Unfortunately, assessment of indoor community halls as part of the process found that there were no suitable indoor locations.

A summary of the assessed locations can be found in the tables below:

Table 1: Adapted Outdoor Multi-Use Facilities (Short-Term Activation)

Table 2: Dedicated Pickleball Facilities (Medium-Term Provision)

Table 3: Summary of Potential Court Delivery

The assessment of potential pickleball facilities across Ku-ring-gai has identified 5 suitable sites, comprising a mix of adapted multi-use outdoor venues, as well as options for dedicated courts.

In the short term, activating adapted facilities presents a faster, lower-cost approach, with the potential to deliver 52 outdoor courts. These short-term activations do not need to be developed simultaneously and can be delivered progressively.

Multiple sites have been selected to address:

· Availability constraints due to existing permanent hirers

· Competing pressures from seasonal sports

· The need for geographic spread across the LGA

· The importance of having multiple courts at a single location to support pickleball viability and reduce impacts on other users

· Limited access to lit courts, which restricts evening use

Medium-term investment in dedicated pickleball facilities is expected to provide an additional 15 courts, supporting sustained growth in participation.

Site selection has been guided by key considerations including lighting, availability, surface condition, accessibility, and proximity to residential areas, ensuring a positive user experience and maximising community benefit.

integrated planning and reporting

Infrastructure and assets support community needs.

Community Strategic Plan Strategy

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Action

A2: Provide, upgrade and maintain open space, recreation and sporting facilities to meet the needs of current and future user groups and a growing population

A2.2: Partnerships with community groups and organisations assist to optimise the availability and use of open space, recreation and sporting facilities

A2.2.1: Engage with community partners to improve sporting, leisure and recreational facilities through partnerships, grant funding and other external funding opportunities.

Governance Matters

No specific governance issues have been identified at this stage; however, implementation will be guided by facility-specific operational requirements, including hours of use, conditions of hire, and applicable Plans of Management. A strong governance approach will support informed decision-making, safeguard public assets, and enable the sustainable and strategic growth of pickleball across the LGA.

RISK IMPLICATION STATEMENT

Delivery of pickleball facilities presents low to moderate risk if managed appropriately. Key risks relate to community amenity (e.g. noise, parking), compliance with operational requirements, and ongoing maintenance. These can be mitigated through careful site selection, adherence to plans of management, clear booking procedures, and ongoing stakeholder engagement.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS

The proposed pickleball facility developments will be managed within existing budget allocations where possible. Expenditure is expected to be progressive over time, allowing for staged delivery rather than all works occurring simultaneously. Cost related to court conversions, line marking and ongoing maintenance have been estimated to inform planning. Future investments will align with Council’s financial strategy to ensure affordability and sustainable operation. Fee structures will help recover operational costs while supporting community access.

The initial courts will be dual or multi-marked for tennis, netball, and pickleball. As a result, it will not be possible to hire an induvial pickleball court without limiting availability for other users in most situations. Therefore, it is recommended to set a fee per tennis or netball court.

The proposed fee aligns with the Department of Education’s current community group outdoor court hire rate of $45.00 per hour, which will generally correspond to the hire of four (4) pickleball courts (four (4) pickleball courts are the size of one (1) tennis court).

An additional lighting fee of $8.00 per hour will apply for nighttime use, consistent with existing fees and charges.

Facility Type	User Type	Hire-Fee (Per Hour)	Notes
Outdoor Courts	All Users	$45.00	Aligns with Dept of Education rate typically covers 4 pickleball Courts
	All Users (night use)	+$8.00	Additional lighting fee

To ensure appropriate fee use and transparency, a monitoring process will need to be implemented as part of court bookings. Pickleball courts incur higher fees than standard tennis, netball, or basketball bookings. Booking users will need to select the appropriate category to reflect the actual use of the court. This will ensure correct application of fees and fair usage across all users.

These fees will be reviewed and adjusted in the new financial year based on actual usage patterns and availability. This approach is intended to simplify the booking process and ensure transparent, accessible fee information for all users. The fees will be clearly visible to anyone booking Council courts through the Council’s Bookable system.

Social Considerations

The provision of pickleball facilities supports social inclusion, healthy lifestyles, and intergenerational participation. It offers opportunities for active recreation, community connection, and the promotion of equitable access to sport across all age groups and abilities.

Environmental Considerations

Environmental impacts have been minimised using existing facilities where possible. Site selection has considered noise, lighting, and surrounding land uses to ensure compatibility with local environments and minimise disruption to nearby residents.

Community Consultation

Initial consultation has been undertaken with SUNS Pickleball and individual pickleball players and with the Netball Association. It is anticipated that further discussions may occur with netball and some local users, however further consultation with the wider community is not considered necessary, as facilities are existing, operational, and managed within current plans, operating hours, and conditions of hire.

Internal Consultation

This report has been developed in consultation and with input from staff in Strategy and Environment, Operations and Corporate departments.

Summary

This report outlines a strategic approach to expanding pickleball facilities in Ku-ring-gai, balancing immediate community demand with long-term infrastructure planning. Through a combination of adapting existing multi-use courts and developing dedicated facilities, Council can provide flexible, scalable options that respond to participation growth.

Governance, financial planning, and compliance considerations have been integrated to ensure sustainable delivery aligned with Council’s broader objectives.

The phased implementation supports progressive investment and optimises resource use while enhancing equitable access and community benefit. Council’s ongoing role in monitoring, evaluation, and engagement will be key to the success of this initiative.

Recommendation:

That Council:

A. Endorse the draft Pickleball Action Plan as the guiding framework for staged pickleball facility development in Ku-ring-gai.

B. That Council endorse the proposed hire fees for Pickleball use, to ensure consistency, equity, and transparency in pickleball facility access and usage, as outlined in the report.

Danny Houseas

Manager Community Development

Matthew Drago

Manager Infrastructure Services

Craig Johnson

Strategic Recreation Planner

Janice Bevan

Director Community

Attachments:

A1⇩

Updated DRAFT Pickleball Facility Activation Action Plan

2025/248443

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.7 / 1

Item GB.7	S09438

Draft Night-time Economy Action Plan

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To provide Council with a draft Night-time Economy Action Plan for Ku-ring-gai, developed to establish a framework for building a vibrant and inclusive evening economy across the local government area.

background:	Following a Mayoral Minute at the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 20 May 2025, Council resolved, that Council: A. Develop a Night-Time Economy Action Plan to be presented to the Ordinary Council Meeting in August. B. Ensure the Action Plan is developed in consultation with the Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce, adjoining Councils, local businesses, and an internal Council working group. C. Reach out to the NSW Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner to align with state policy and explore potential grant opportunities and partnerships. Community consultation was undertaken which informed the development of the draft Night-time Economy Action plan.

comments:	The draft Night-time Economy Action Plan has been developed in the context of the NSW Government's Vibrancy Reforms and 24-Hour Economy Strategy. It represents the first stage in the process of supporting and developing a successful night-time economy in Ku-ring-gai. The draft Plan outlines strategic directions and specific actions to enhance community vibrancy, support local businesses, and create meaningful evening experiences for residents and visitors. while maintaining the area's unique character and amenity.

recommendation: (Refer to the full Recommendation at the end of this report)	That: A. Council endorses the draft Night-time Economy Action Plan and approve the actions therein. B. Council provides funding of $50k to commence actions outlined in the plan.

Purpose of Report

Background

Following a Mayoral Minute at the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 20 May 2025, Council resolved the following:

That Council:

A. Develop a Night-Time Economy Action Plan to be presented to the Ordinary Council Meeting in August.

B. Ensure the Action Plan is developed in consultation with the Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce, adjoining Councils, local businesses, and an internal Council working group.

C. Reach out to the NSW Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner to align with state policy and explore potential grant opportunities and partnerships.

Community consultation was undertaken which informed the development of the draft Night-time Economy Action plan.

Comments

The draft Night-time Economy Action Plan envisions "thriving village hubs that come alive after sunset—welcoming, accessible gathering places where varied communities connect through outdoor dining, evening markets, live performances, and cultural festivities."

This framework kickstarts the development of Ku-ring-gai's evening economy by creating opportunities for collaboration between council, residents, and local businesses. Its purpose is to highlight existing activities, strengthen current programs, and foster new opportunities.

The draft plan offers guidance while encouraging continued community collaboration and participation. As Ku-ring-gai experiences significant transformation through new developments and evolving demographics, the plan will undergo regular updates to maintain its relevance and accurately capture community priorities.

Current challenges identified through consultation:

· Limited dedicated entertainment venues and late-night dining options

· Transport limitations with restricted late-evening bus services

· Infrastructure gaps including disconnected village centres

· Regulatory barriers and complex approval processes

· Safety concerns affecting community confidence in evening activities

Strategic framework: The draft Action Plan is organised around six (6) key strategic directions with short (0-12 months), medium (1-3 years), and long-term (3-10 years) actions:

1. Promoting and enhancing existing activity – including establishing a Ku-ring-gai Night-time brand, communicating this brand, and piloting evening event programs

2. Legislation and compliance – assessing regulatory barriers and improving development application processes

3. Community engagement – establishing working groups and building business networks

4. Safety and amenity – seek opportunities for enhancing lighting and infrastructure for after-hours activities

5. Business support and education – providing marketing support and connecting businesses with resources

6. Collaboration opportunities – strengthening partnerships across sectors

Challenges

The following areas were identified thought internal and external consultation and were considered in the drafting of the plan.

· Community resistance to increased evening activity:

Mitigated through extensive consultation and focus on family-friendly, early evening activities that align with community demographics

· Safety and antisocial behaviour concerns:

Addressed through enhanced lighting, infrastructure improvements, and ongoing liaison with NSW Police

· Limited business viability:

Managed through business support programs, collaborative marketing, and staged implementation to test market appetite

· Regulatory compliance issues:

Reduced through internal working group assessment of barriers and alignment with NSW Government vibrancy reforms

· Resource constraints:

Addressed through phased implementation and exploration of grant opportunities and partnerships

integrated planning and reporting

Focus area E2: Partnering for business growth

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Task

E2.1: Key stakeholders partner with Council to strengthen and develop Ku-ring-gai’s local economic base.

E2.1.1: Ku-ring-gai’s business community, government agencies and regional partners are working in an effective and integrated way to strengthen Ku-ring-gai’s local economy.

E2.1.1.2: Continue to engage and collaborate with the local business community on local centre upgrades, economic development priorities, actions and relevant issues.

E2.1.1.4: Collaborate with other local councils, NSW State Government and other stakeholders to identify and implement initiatives to support local businesses

Governance Matters

The Action Plan aligns with Council's strategic objectives for economic development, community wellbeing, and place-making. Implementation will require coordination across multiple Council departments and ongoing partnership with external stakeholders including the Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce, local businesses, and community groups.

Risk Implication statement

Stakeholder engagement must be adequately delivered, as poor consultation may result in diminished community and business support, impacting implementation success. Community opposition/concerns represent another key challenge, where residents may resist evening economy initiatives due to concerns about noise, safety, or impacts on local amenities. Partnership dependence creates challenges, as reliance on external stakeholders introduces the potential for delays that remain beyond Council control.

Financial Considerations

Short term actions associated with the draft Action Plan can in part be delivered within existing budgets. However, it is recommended that an implementation fund of $50k be allocated to support execution of these actions.

Further budget will be required to address medium and long-term actions. This will be considered through the usual budgetary processes associated with the Delivery Program and Operational Plan.

Social Considerations

The Action Plan addresses the social needs of Ku-ring-gai's diverse community:

· Family-focused activities: Recognising that 46% of residents are parents with children

· Cultural and arts programming: Catering to the affluent, diverse, and well-educated population

· Accessibility and inclusion: Ensuring activities welcome residents with diverse abilities, ages, and cultural backgrounds

· Community connection: Creating opportunities to address social isolation and build stronger neighbourhood relationships

· Intergenerational engagement: Programming that brings together different age groups and life stages

Environmental Considerations

No significant environmental impacts are associated with this report.

Community Consultation

Extensive community consultation has informed the development of this Action Plan through a range of engagement channels:

Online engagement platform (hosted on Engagement Hub) Two (2) dedicated project pages were established on Council's engagement hub. The engagement platform provided both surveys and idea walls, along with submission tools to capture comprehensive feedback from residents and local businesses:

· Community page: Generated significant community interest with 258 survey responses, 15 written comments, and 21 ideas contributed to the ideas wall.

· Business page: Received 4 survey responses, 3 written comments, and 4 ideas on the ideas wall.

Stakeholder Workshop: A stakeholder workshop was conducted with 40 attendees, including:

· NSW 24-Hour Economy Commissioner and staff

· Representatives from Hornsby and Willoughby City Councils

· Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce representatives

· Service NSW representatives

· Hornsby After Dark program representatives

· Local business owners and operators

· Council staff from various departments

Opportunities to get involved were promoted via Council’s Facebook and LinkedIn accounts. Council’s E-news functions were extensively used - Ku-ring-gai E-news (38k subscribers), Your say E-news (1.5k subscribers), Business E-news (1.8k subscribers), and special Business E-news to relevant business (approx. 4.5K).

Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Partnership also supported promotion of the project.

Key findings

The following outlines the opportunities and challenges and concerns expressed through the community engagement process:

Opportunities

· Increased provision for entertainment: Consider improvements of existing cultural facilities, create live music venues, redevelop bowling clubs

· Seek to create dining hubs: Wine bars, small bars, food trucks, hawker centres (open-air or partially covered food complexes) with later hours

· Precincts: Pedestrianise key streets (Railway Ave Wahroonga, Rohini St Turramurra), develop Lane Cove-style dining areas

· Events: Night markets, outdoor cinema, family festivals, community gatherings

Challenges

· Infrastructure: High commercial rents, restrictive trading hours, poor lighting, limited parking

· Demographics: diverse housing types, venues for all age groups

· Challenging regulatory situation – difficult and costly regulations approvals and compliance make it harder for businesses to commence and maintain operation

· Scale: Venues too spread out, lack critical mass for vibrant precincts

Concerns

· Costs: property costs, taxes/fees, expensive licensing processes

· Regulation: Council rules forcing early closures, complex approval processes

· Balance: Noise vs. residential peace, maintaining family-friendly character

· Safety: Poor street lighting, limited evening transport, need for adequate policing

Feedback reveals a community who would like a vibrant night-time option but conscious of financial constraints and the need for thoughtful, community-centred development that enhances rather than disrupts local life.

Internal Consultation

The Action Plan has been developed through internal consultation with an internal staff working group and senior management

Summary

The draft Night-Time Economy Action Plan provides a framework for developing Ku-ring-gai's evening economy in a manner that reflects community needs and maintains the area's character. The draft plan aligns with NSW Government policy reforms and proposes actions across six (6) strategic directions.

Success will depend on a partnership between Council, local businesses, and the community. The staged implementation approach allows for testing and adaptation to ensure the outcome best serves the community across all age groups and life stages.

Recommendation:

That:

A. Council endorses the draft Night-time Economy Action Plan and approve the actions therein.

B. Council provides funding of $50k to commence actions outlined in the draft Night-time Economy Action Plan.

William Adames

Community & Business Engagement Co-ordinator

Janice Bevan

Director Community

Attachments:

A1⇩

Draft Night-time Economy Action Plan

2025/250319

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.8 / 1

Item GB.8	FY00623/8
	1 August 2025

Investment Report as at 31 July 2025

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

PURPOSE OF REPORT:	To present Council’s investment portfolio performance for July 2025.

background:	Council’s investments are reported monthly to Council in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993, the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 and Council’s Investment Policy.

comments:	The net return on investments for the financial year to the end of July 2025 was $758,000, against the budget of $687,000 giving a year-to-date favourable variance of $71,000.

recommendation:	That the summary of investments performance for July 2025 be received and noted; and that the Certificate of the Responsible Accounting Officer be noted and the report adopted.

Purpose of Report

To present Council’s investment portfolio performance for July 2025.

Background

Council’s investments are reported monthly to Council in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993, the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 and Council’s Investment Policy.

Comments

Investment Portfolio Performance Snapshot

The table below provides the investments portfolio performance against targets identified in Council’s Investment Policy as well as other key performance indicators based on industry benchmarks.

Cumulative Investment Returns against Budget

The net return on investments for the financial year to the end of July 2025 is $758,000, compared to the budget of $687,000, resulting in a favourable year-to-date variance of $71,000.

A comparison of the cumulative investment returns against year-to-date budget is shown in the chart below.

Cash Flow and Investment Movements

Council’s total cash and investment portfolio as at 31 July 2025 was $186,924,000 compared to $196,091,000 at the end of June 2025. A net cash outflow of $9,167,000 was primarily due to a milestone payment to the NSW Department of Education for the St Ives High School Sports Centre project.

During the month, four investments have matured, three new investments were made.

Investment Performance against Industry Benchmark

Overall, the investment performance in July was above the industry benchmark.

The benchmark is specific to the type of investment and the details are provided below. AusBond Bank Bill Index is used for all Council’s investments.

Table 1 - Investments Performance against Industry Benchmarks

Table 2 below provides a summary of all investments by type and performance during the month.

Table 2 - Investments Portfolio Summary during July 2025

* Weighted average returns.

** Funds in at-call/short term accounts are working funds kept for the purpose of meeting short term cash outflow requirements. At-call investments portfolio is being monitored on a regular basis to ensure funds are reinvested at higher rates when opportunities arise, whilst also keeping and adequate balance for short-term cash outflows.

*** Market Values as at 31 July 2025 were not available at the time of writing the report.

Investment by Credit rating and Maturity Profile

The allocation of Council’s investments by credit rating and the maturity profile are shown below:

integrated planning and reporting

Leadership & Governance

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Task

L2.1 Council rigorously manages its financial resources and assets to maximise delivery of services

Council maintains and improves its long-term financial position and performance

Continue to analyse opportunities to expand the revenue base of Council

Governance Matters

Council’s investments are made in accordance with the Local Government Act (1993), the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 and Council’s Investment Policy.

Section 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 states:

(1) The responsible accounting officer of a council:

(a) must provide the council with a written report (setting out details of all money that the council has invested under section 625 of the Act) to be presented:

(i) if only one ordinary meeting of the council is held in a month, at that meeting, or

(ii) if more than one such meeting is held in a month, at whichever of those meetings the council by resolution determines, and

(b) must include in the report a certificate as to whether or not the investment has been made in accordance with the Act, the regulations and the council’s investment policies.

(2) The report must be made up to the last day of the month immediately preceding the meeting.

Risk Management

Council manages the risk associated with investments by diversifying the types of investment, credit quality, counterparty exposure and term to maturity profile.

Council invests its funds in accordance with The Ministerial Investment Order.

All investments are made with consideration of advice from Council’s appointed investment advisor, CPG Research & Advisory.

Financial Considerations

The adopted budget for interest on investments for the financial year 2025/2026 is $8,083,000. Of this amount approximately $4,332,700 is restricted for the benefit of future expenditure relating to development contributions, $1,682,500 transferred to the internally restricted Infrastructure & Facility Reserve, and the remainder of $2,067,800 is available for operations.

Social Considerations

Not applicable.

Environmental Considerations

Not applicable.

Community Consultation

None undertaken or required.

Internal Consultation

None undertaken or required.

Certification - Responsible Accounting Officer

I hereby certify that the investments listed in the attached report have been made in accordance with Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993, clause 212 of the Local Government General Regulation 2005 and Council’s Investment Policy.

Summary

As at 31 July 2025:

· Council’s total cash and investment portfolio as was $186,924,000 a decrease of $9,167,000 was primarily due to a milestone payment to the NSW Department of Education for the St Ives High School Sports Centre project.

· The net return on investments for the financial year to the end of July 2025 is $758,000, compared to the budget of $687,000, resulting in a favourable year-to-date variance of $71,000.

Recommendation:

That:

A. The summary of investments and performance for July 2025 be received and noted.

B. The Certificate of the Responsible Accounting Officer be noted and the report adopted.

Tony Ly

Financial Accounting Officer

Mette Kofoed

Acting Manager Finance

Angela Apostol

Director Corporate

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.9 / 1

Item GB.9	FY00623/8
	23 July 2025

Analysis of Land and Environment Court Costs - 4th Quarter 2024 to 2025

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To report legal costs in relation to development appeal matters in the Land and Environment Court for the year ended 30 June 2025.

background:	A person may commence proceedings in the Land and Environment Court in relation to a development application which has either been refused by Council or is deemed to have been refused. An appeal may also be commenced in relation to conditions of development consent and the issue of Building Information Certificates and orders.

comments:	For the year ended 30 June 2025, Council’s legal and associated payments in relation to the Land and Environment Court were $977,535. This compares with the budget amount for the period of $1,338,800.

recommendation:	That the analysis of Land and Environment Court costs for the year ended 30 June 2025 be received and noted.

Purpose of Report

To report legal costs in relation to development appeal matters in the Land and Environment Court for the year ended 30 June 2025.

Background

A person may commence proceedings in the Land and Environment Court in relation to a development application which has either been refused by Council or is deemed to have been refused (a development application is deemed to have been refused if it has not been determined within a period of 40 days or such longer period that may be calculated in accordance with the Act). An appeal may also be commenced in relation to conditions of development consent and the issue of building certificates and orders. Council is a respondent to such proceedings.

Comments

Appeals Lodged

In the quarter to ended 30 June 2025 there were 14 new appeals lodged with the Land and Environment Court. The number of appeals received in prior years is as follows:

Financial year	Number of appeals received (whole year)
2020/2021	13
2021/2022	18
2022/2023	36
2023/2024	15
2024/2025 (as at 30 JUN 2025)	35

The appeals commenced during the quarter to 30 June 2025 concerned the following subject matters:

· Construction of childcare facility

· Construction of seniors living facility

· Construction of multi-unit residential flat buildings

· Replacement of boundary fencing and tree removal

· Carport

· Single dwelling

· Multi dwelling

Council was also in receipt of one appeal against a Development Control Order and one appeal against refusal to issue Building Information Certificate.

costs

For the year ended 30 June 2025, Council made payments totalling $977,535 on appeals and associated expenses in relation to Land & Environment Court matters. This compares with the annual budget of $1,338,800.

In addition to expenditure on appeals, a further amount of $27,060 was spent in obtaining expert advice regarding development assessment matters.

Land & Environment Court Costs 2020/2021 - 2024/2025
*Financial Year*	*Total Costs*	*1st quarter September*	*2nd quarter December*	*3rd quarter March*	*4th quarter June*
2020/2021* ( 13 appeals lodged)	$1,512,459	$356,735	$501,925	$278,510	$375,289
2021/2022 * (18 appeals lodged)	$1,114,447	$402,328	$258,053	$226,500	$227,566
2022/2023 (36 appeals lodged)	$1,261,734	$324,397	$300,017	$474,367	$162,953
2023/2024 (15 appeals lodged)	$1,183,240	$381,788	$366,869	$204,835	$229,748
2024/2025 (35 appeals lodged)	$977,535	$246,574	$211,682	$251,795	$267,484

* Costs reported to Council in previous reports

The costs incurred in the period to 30 June 2025 represent 73.02% of the annual budget of $1,338,800.

The commencement of appeals does not lie within the control of Council, however there a number of factors that appear to influence the volume of appeals:

· Amendments to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act made in 2013 and then reintroduced in 2022 reduced the timeframe for lodgement of an appeal from twelve months to six months. This had the effect of applicants for more substantial and complex development proposals lodging appeals for no other reason than as a mechanism to preserve early appeal rights.

· In addition, the prospect of changing economic market conditions in recent periods appears to have led to urgency on the part of developers, with a particularly high number and proportion of appeals commenced at an early stage on the basis of deemed refusal. As a result, Court listings are currently heavily booked and long delays for several months for the holding of both mediation conferences and hearings are occurring.

· Due to the abovementioned delays, the Court has increasingly required parties to participate in without-prejudice meetings in the meantime. These meetings have tended to result in additional iterations of amended plans being provided by applicants during the appeal process and therefore, additional costs.

· The additional pressure on development application processing times arising from the most recent Statement of Expectations issued to all NSW councils by the current Minister for Planning in July 2024.

Notwithstanding these factors, Council’s overall success rate in appeals has been high.

In relation to costs recovered, the amount of $106,035 had been recovered at 30 June 2025 compared to an annual budget for costs recovered of $121,300.

Outcomes

At an early stage of each appeal, Council as respondent, is required to file with the Court a Statement of Facts and Contentions outlining the grounds which Council asserts as warranting refusal of a development, or alternatively, that may be addressed by way of conditions of consent.

In cases where issues raised by Council are capable of resolution by the provision by the applicant of additional information or amendment of the proposal, it is the Court’s expectation that this should occur. The Court’s current practice of listing appeals for a preliminary mediation conference before a Commissioner of the Court pursuant to section 34 of the Land & Environment Court Act, strongly encourages this.

In this context, any of three outcomes can be regarded as favourable, namely:

1. If the appeal is in relation to a deemed refusal of an application which, upon assessment, is appropriate for approval: that the development is determined by Council, allowing the appeal to be discontinued by the applicant and avoiding as much as is practicable the incurring of unnecessary legal costs;

2. If the issues raised by Council are capable of resolution by the applicant providing further information, or amending the proposal: that this occurs, so that development consent should be granted, either by Council or the Court;

3. If the issues raised by Council are either not capable of resolution or the applicant declines to take the steps that are necessary to resolve them: that the appeal is either discontinued by the applicant, or dismissed (refused) by the Court.

Seven matters were concluded during the quarter. A favourable outcome was achieved in all matters, each of which were resolved by agreement in relation to an amended proposal.

As at 30 June 2025, there was a total of 23 matters ongoing before the Court.

integrated planning and reporting

Leadership & Governance

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Task

L2.1 Council rigorously manages its financial

resources and assets to maximise delivery of

services.

Achieve financial sustainability targets

identified in the Long Term Financial

Plan.

Undertake quarterly reporting to Council on the financial performance of the

organisation.

Governance Matters

Under Section 428 of the Local Government Apct 1993, Council is required to report legal costs, and the outcome of each case in its Annual Report.

Risk Management

Quarterly reporting of legal costs to Council together with information about the number, character and outcomes of proceedings enable ongoing oversight of this area of Council’s activity.

Financial Considerations

Land & Environment Court legal costs form part of Council’s recurrent operating budget.

Social Considerations

None undertaken or required.

Environmental Considerations

None undertaken or required.

Community Consultation

None undertaken or required.

Internal Consultation

This report has been developed with input from Council’s Corporate Lawyer, Director Corporate and Director Development & Regulation.

Summary

For the year ended 30 June 2025, Council made payments totalling $977,535 on Land & Environment Court appeals. This compares with the annual budget of $1,338,800.

Recommendation:

That the analysis of Land and Environment Court costs for the period ended 31 March 2025 be received and noted.

Tony Ly

Financial Accounting Officer

Jamie Taylor

Corporate Lawyer

Michael Miocic

Director Development & Regulation

Attachments:

A1⇩

Individual Case Summary June 2025 - Land and Environment Court Costs

2025/250383

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.12 / 1

Item GB.12	FY00382/16

Delivery Program and Operational Plan: June 2025 Biannual Report

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To report to Council on progress of the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-25 for the period January to June 2025.

background:	A progress report on the Delivery Program and Operational Plan must be presented to Council at least every six months under the Local Government Act. This biannual report marks completion of the previous Delivery Program.

comments:	This draft report and attachment provide progress results for one-year tasks and four-year term achievements as well as yearly results for performance indicators contained in the DPOP 2024-25. This is the final report for the Delivery Program 2022-2026 under the previous Community Strategic Plan.

recommendation:	That the June biannual report on the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-25 be received and noted.

Purpose of Report

To report to Council on progress of the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-25 for the period January to June 2025.

Background

This is the final report for the Delivery Program 2022-2026 under the previous Community Strategic Plan.

Details of progress against term achievements and tasks for the six-month period from January to June 2025 and performance indicators for the twelve-month period 2024 – 2025 are included in the report at Attachment A1.

This report also includes overall percentage achievement statistics, exception reporting for items behind schedule and data against performance indicators presented under the six (6) themes in the Delivery Program and Operational Plan.

All departments have provided comments and status updates for the attached report.

Results for five (5) financial performance indicators under ‘Theme 6 – Leadership’ are not available until completion of the end of year financial review and external audit as part of the preparation of the 2024-2025 Financial Statements, due to be completed in August 2025. The draft Statements will be presented to Council in October/November and included in Council’s Annual Report 2024-2025, to be published in November.

Summary of performance

The following table provides a summary of results at the end of the period:

Item	Green traffic light /tick	Amber traffic light	Red traffic light
Tasks	93%	4%	3%
Term Achievements	94%	3%	3%
Performance Indicators (1 year)	83% achieved	-	17% not achieved

Note 1: Results for five (5) financial performance indicators are not available until completion of the end of year financial review and external audit. Those indicators have not been included in % performance calculations.

Note 2: Results for one (1) other performance indicator is not included due to required changes to some LSPS actions, as a result of Council’s adopted alternative TOD scenarios.

Explanation of traffic lights/ticks

Green traffic light /tick – completed (tick) or progressed to schedule

Amber traffic light - Behind schedule (delayed performance progress with remedial action required.)

Red traffic light - Significantly behind schedule (performance issues resulting in major delays. Actions to address issues included.)

Comments

The June biannual report (Attachment A1) presents the organisation’s progress against term achievements, tasks and performance indicators in the Delivery Program and Operational Plan.

Reasons for delays and remedial actions are provided for term achievements and tasks behind schedule. Explanatory comments are provided for performance indicators not achieved.

Performance – four-year term achievements

94% of the 64 term achievements were reported as completed or substantially completed at the end of June 2025. Remedial actions are included in the commentary for the four (4) term achievements not progressed to schedule.

Performance – one-year tasks

93% of the 208 one-year Operational Plan tasks were reported as completed or substantially completed at end of June 2025, with eight (8) tasks behind schedule and seven (7) tasks significantly behind schedule. Despite the delayed tasks, the overall result is satisfactory and exceeds Council’s target of 89%.

Exception report

The Exception Report in Attachment A1 highlights term achievements and operational plan tasks that are behind schedule, significantly behind schedule or placed on hold by Council resolution. Commentary includes the reasons for delays and proposed remedial actions. As the final report for the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and 2024-25 Operational Plan, the following Term Achievements and tasks were not progressed to schedule or completed:

· Term Achievement for innovative and effective community engagement that increases opportunities for participation by all members of the community (C1.1.1), due to delay in preparing draft Ku-ring-gai Council Reconciliation Action Plan (C1.1.1.6).

· Task to engage lead contractor and commence works at the Cultural and Environmental Education Centre (N1.1.2.4).

· Term Achievement for implementation of plans to revitalise local centres (P4.1.1) due to diversion of staff to work on the TOD alternative scenarios.

· Term Achievement and task for renewal of Marian Street Theatre (P7.1.2 and P7.1.2.1).

· Task to develop and implement Treecare program (P1.1.1.9), due to tree stock limitations, required funding to purchase trees and resources to plant them.

· Task to investigate Local Character Controls within the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan (P2.1.1.3), due to diversion of staff to work on the TOD alternative scenarios.

· Task to implement the Ku-ring-gai Public Domain Plan (P4.1.1.1) due to resourcing issues and project delays.

· Task to dispose of the Lindfield Library site (P4.1.1.4).

· Task to engage with residents and stakeholders to assist with the delivery of the streetscape projects (P4.1.1.5) due to diversion of staff to work on the TOD alternative scenarios.

· Task to prepare detailed design plans for priority streetscapes in Pymble, Roseville, St Ives and Turramurra (P4.1.1.6) due to diversion of staff to work on the TOD alternative scenarios.

· Task to progress delivery of Lindfield Avenue and Tryon Road streetscape upgrade (P4.1.1.9) due to issues related to the storm water design and need to engage a hydraulic engineer to update the DRAINS model.

· Task to design and commence construction works at Robert Pymble Park (P6.1.1.13) due to reallocation of resources to emergency works and grant funded projects.

· Task to prepare a masterplan for the former Gordon Bowling Club site (P6.1.1.14)

· Delivery of road and carparks capital works programs (P8.1.2.3) primarily due to adverse weather conditions.

· Delivery of drainage capital works programs (P8.1.2.4) primarily due to design complexities and site-specific constraints.

· Term Achievement for strategies and plans that support business growth (E1.1.2) due to delays in the preparation of a revised Employment Lands Strategy (E1.1.2.2).

Remedial actions are included in the commentary for tasks not completed to schedule for 2024/25, indicating they will be substantially progressed or completed in 2025/26. These tasks have been carried over and included in Council’s adopted 2025-2026 Operational Plan.

Performance – one year performance indicators

83% of performance indicators were achieved for the 2024/25 year which is a satisfactory result.

Summary of challenges and key achievements

Challenges and key achievements for the six-month period from January to June 2025 are summarised below.

Challenges

Council continued to respond to the significant challenges imposed by the NSW government’s housing policy changes with staff resources across departments focused on the following:

· Extensive community consultation around Council’s alternative TOD housing proposals

· Extensive mapping, LEP and DCP work relating to Council’s alternative proposals for submission to the NSW government within tight deadlines

· Managing effective responses to associated NSW Housing policy changes on dual occupancy and low/mid rise housing.

Other challenges which caused delays to the delivery of services and projects during the reporting period included:

· Adverse weather conditions impacting construction schedules.

· Maintaining the maintenance schedule for recreation and sporting facilities given the high volume of rainfall.

· Diversion of available resources to higher priority emergency works and grant funded projects.

· Project complexities requiring more design detail and refinement to the plans for the new Cultural and Environmental Education Centre at St Ives Showground

· Difficulties implementing the volunteer-based Treecare program due to limited tree stock and resources.

· Uncertainty around population projections following the NSW Government housing policy and alternative Transport Oriented Development housing scenarios

· The Norman Griffiths Oval Upgrade project has experienced delivery delays, including the termination of the head contractor. Council's project team is working on delivering on Council's resolution dated 15 April 2025 with a planned way to see completion of the project.

· Cancellation of the new Multicultural Festival, planned in collaboration with the Multicultural Advisory Committee, for 23 March, due to wet weather.

· While Council is in a satisfactory financial position, it still faces challenges and risks which have been highlighted in the current Long Term Financial Plan. Council has insufficient funding to sustainably manage and improve its existing infrastructure and meet community expectations.

Key Achievements

The development of Council’s alternate Transport Oriented Development (TOD) plans has been a major planning undertaking involving collaboration from across the organisation. To have the plans finalised and submitted to the NSW Government within the agreed timeframes has been a significant organisational achievement.

Other key achievements during the reporting period included:

Theme 1 - COMMUNITY, PEOPLE AND CULTURE

· The newly established Community Engagement Champions group is helping to improve community participation in Council projects, engagement culture and collaboration across departments through regular meetings, specialist training and new guidance materials.

· Council allocated over $193,000 in grants to local community groups including targeted support for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence.

· The Volunteer Hub continues to assist volunteer organisations like Lifeline, KYDS and Rotary Clubs to promote one-off volunteer opportunities for large scale community events in Ku-ring-gai. The Hub also helps residents contribute to their local community through short-term volunteer opportunities.

· The annual Volunteer Expo welcomed 23 volunteer organisations and 150 visitors, including a number of high school students exploring volunteer opportunities. Additionally, volunteer barista roles were offered to six local high school students, allowing them to contribute to the community while demonstrating their professional skills.

· Accessible social outings, workshops and the popular “Love the Life” and Seniors Festival program helped reduce isolation among older adults.

· The growing demand for seniors’ health programs was met by introducing three new exercise classes, all of which reached full capacity within one month.

· Targeted youth programs were introduced including structured Friday sessions, resume writing workshops, milkshake-making activities, and mental health initiatives like puppy meditation.

· Over 150 new children were welcomed into Vacation Care, demonstrating strong community trust in Council’s children’s programs.

· Thomas Carlyle Children’s Centre is working alongside The George Institute and University NSW to research and assess empathy skills in preschool-aged children. This collaboration aims to identify children who may benefit from targeted skill-building in emotional development, supporting their social and cognitive growth.

· Council appointed 15 members to its newly formed Multicultural Advisory Committee, hosted a successful Refugee Week celebration with 90 attendees, and engaged 80 Mandarin-speaking residents through civic sessions to support local participation.

· An expanded cultural events program was planned and delivered including the Lunar New Year Festival (5,745 visitors), the new Multicultural Festival (cancelled), Ku-ring-gai Heritage Festival (1,176 visitors), and the Ku-ring-gai Gai-Mariagal Festival. This was the largest indigenous festival program curated across the Northern Sydney region.

· Council adopted that Affordable Housing Policy to help facilitate the provision of affordable housing in future housing developments.

· A new layout, furniture and fittings were delivered at Lindfield Library providing a more welcoming environment for library users.

· New Art Centre programming has resulted in an increased uptake of programs and includes Chinese Calligraphy and evening classes to attract a wider range of students.

· A new booklet for dog owners on legislative requirements for menacing or dangerous dogs was launched to improve legal clarity and understanding.

· 90% of community-raised public health issues were resolved.

· The Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Bushfire Risk Management Plan 2022-26 was successfully implemented and the Bushfire Management Policy was adopted.

Theme 2 - NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

· There was strong growth in online engagement with the Ku-ring-gai community on environmental information and education.

· Council`s Loving Living Ku-ring-gai events program and volunteer programs delivered a range of community engagement and volunteer events including a Crop Swap, School Solar Car Race, corflute recycling campaign Bushfire Ready webinar, a Teen Clothing Swap, Kids Clothing, Toy and Book Swap and a School Nest Box workshop.

· Council continued to run street meets through the Climate Wise Community program. In partnership with Sydney North Health Network, 8 street meetings were held with over 400 people attending. A further 12 street meets are planned before the end of the calendar year. The community continue to make use of Council ’s Climate Wise Communities program to increase preparedness.

· Council has collaborated with several neighbouring and wider state councils to share resources and advice on building successful Net Zero community strategies.

· The environmental education program at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden has seen strong growth, more than doubling the numbers of participants due to a direct marketing campaign targeting preschool and early education providers.

· Council introduced of a new site management plan format for priority bushland reserves to improve monitoring and reporting, with 34 reviews completed.

· Council is collaborating with academic institutions and the NSW Environmental Protection Authority on monitoring and research projects to enhance waterways and riparian management. This includes a $330,000 grant from the EPA for a microplastic waste project. The joint project by Council, Sydney Coastal Councils Group and the Australian Microplastic Assessment Project (AUSMAP) aims to reduce microplastic contamination from synthetic turfs.

· The Resilient Sydney Strategy was launched, through a regional collaboration of 33 local governments of Greater Sydney, to make Sydney more resilient now and in the future.

· Council’s new resident waste app – Your Waste was implemented.

· Six public EV charge ports were installed at the Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre, Turramurra Library and the North Turramurra Recreation Area

Theme 3 - PLACES, SPACES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

· The Urban Forest Policy was adopted.

· A policy to govern the issuance of Tree Replacement Orders ensuring transparency and consistency in decision-making was successfully developed and implemented.

· The Ku-ring-gai Urban Forest - Canopy Loss on Private Land Analysis Report to inform updates to Ku-ring-gai`s Urban Forest Action and Implementation Plan was completed.

· The first Treecare volunteer group completed a 6-week trial in Gordon Recreation Area to assist in the protection, enhancement and monitoring of selected indigenous canopy trees.

· The scope for Development Control Plan (DCP) amendments for environmental sensitivity and sustainability towards net zero was adopted for incorporation into updated DCP controls including TOD developments.

· Average development application assessment times reduced to 109 days (below the Minister`s Statement of Expectations requirement of 115 days).

· A new 5-year Memorandum of Understanding was signed to provide a framework for partner councils to work together to support the operations of the Aboriginal Heritage Office.

· The playspace works at Lorraine Taylor Reserve, St Ives were completed.

· The new Environment Advisory Committee was established.

· The Ku-ring-gai Green Grid Strategy was adopted.

· The Infrastructure Capability Study providing a strategic roadmap and concept design for the staged rollout of fleet charging infrastructure sufficient to electrify 100% of Council’s fleet was completed.

· Council was successful in receiving $248,000 grant funding towards works at the Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

· Commercial drone hire at St Ives Showground has increased.

Theme 4 - ACCESS, TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORT

· Council presented key transport priorities to the state agencies at the NSROC Transport Leadership Group, including the upgrade of the Turramurra Bus Interchange.

· Council assisted in the National Ride to School Day in March 2025 with 1,400 students from 10 schools participating.

· Transport for NSW`s commitment to fund the shortfall for the upgrade of the intersection of Werona Avenue and Stanhope Road Killara was secured and ensures that this important safety upgrade can be delivered for the local community.

· Council completed the road surface upgrade on The Comenarra Parkway and secured additional funds from Transport for NSW to cover the funding shortfall.

· Council completed a wombat crossing in Turramurra Avenue at Nulla Nulla Street which was fully funded by Transport for NSW.

· Council completed an audit of 821 bus stops within the LGA.

· Successful nominations made under the 2024/25 Australian Government Black Spot Program included the intersection of Killeaton Street and Memorial Avenue, St Ives to provide pedestrian protection and install missing pedestrian crossing at the traffic signals and The Comenarra Parkway, Turramurra to install a skid resistant pavement on the curve between Parkinson Avenue and Gipps Close, Turramurra.

Theme 5 - LOCAL ECONOMY

· A new Memorandum of Understanding with Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce was signed outlining arrangements of mutual support between the two organisations. This includes quarterly meetings with the Chamber to discuss regulations and red tape.

· A mayoral minute outlining steps to develop a Night Time Economy Action Plan was approved by Council.

· A monthly Virtual Lunch and Learn Program was launched where local businesses hear from business specialists on subjects including sales strategy and tactics, branding, unlocking profits and communication techniques.

· Council partnered with the Federal Cyberwardens program to assist local businesses to navigate the steps needed to protect the business against cyber-attack and a half day training workshop on promoting through social media and other platforms.

· Ku-ring-gai continues to attract events held by partners and community organisations including the annual Lindfield Fun Run, Ku-ring-gai Chase Fun Run, The Jabulani Challenge, The Sydney Backyard Ultra, Whale Rock Trail Run, the Easter Carnival, a community movie night, St Ives Show and a new event Sparkling Sydney.

Theme 6 – LEADERSHIP

· A comprehensive community engagement program for the development and successful adoption of a new Community Strategic Plan, Resourcing Strategy, and Delivery Program and Operational Plan was delivered.

· Council actively engaged with state and federal governments on local and broader local government issues, including housing and development policies following extensive community consultation.

· A new Community Engagement Strategy which outlines Council's commitment and approach to engagement on plans, polices, programs, projects and development applications was developed.

· Council prepared a community engagement matrix to guide staff and Councillors in determining appropriate engagement methods for various types of Council projects.

· Five properties were acquired to facilitate open space in the Gordon town centre and a public domain in Turramurra.

· Innovative communication tools were introduced including videos/reels for social media to promote events, services and completed infrastructure projects, electronic signage in libraries, and new tools on the website (e.g. a tool where residents can look up their soil type and learn the best plants to grow in their home).

· Council has been awarded funding for 21 positions under the NSW Government’s Fresh Start for Local Government Apprentices, Trainees, and Cadets program.

· The Payable rates payment app for residents was implemented.

· Service reviews of development assessment processes, communications and community engagement, compliance and maintenance of sports fields were completed.

integrated planning and reporting

Outcome 5 – Leadership (new Community Strategic Plan 2025)

Community Strategic Plan Strategy

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Action

L1: Provide strong and ethical civic leadership to ensure good governance and build and maintain trust and confidence within the community.

L1.1: The Community Strategic Plan drives delivery of community priorities through effective strategic planning, prioritisation, advocacy, partnerships and reporting to the community on performance.

L1.1.1: Implement a new integrated planning and reporting framework to support the implementation of Council’s strategies and plans, and prioritisation of projects and initiatives based on strategic alignment, community needs and availability of resources.

Governance Matters

The NSW Office of Local Government’s Integrated Planning and Reporting guidelines and section 404 of the Local Government Act 1993 require a progress report to be presented to the Council on the principal activities in the Delivery Program and Operational Plan at least every six (6) months.

Risk Management

The preparation, reporting and consideration by Council on the progress of the Delivery Plan is undertaken every six (6) months.

Financial Considerations

There are no direct financial considerations associated with the adoption of the recommendations contained within this report. Final Audited Financial Statements for 2024-2025 will be included as part of Council’s Annual Report 2024-2025 to be published at the end of November 2025.

Summary

This report provides progress results for one-year tasks and four-year term achievements as well as yearly results for performance indicators contained in the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-2025. At the end of the financial year 94% of term achievements were reported as completed or substantially completed, 93% of Operational Plan tasks were completed or substantially completed and 83% of performance indicators were achieved for the 2024/25 year.

Results for five (5) financial performance indicators in the Delivery Program will be available following completion of the end of year financial review and external audit, which will be reported to Council in October/November as part of the draft Financial Statements for 2024-2025.

Recommendation:

That the draft June biannual report on the Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-2025 be received and noted.

Kim Thomas

Corporate Planner

Cindy Venables

Corporate Planner

Helen Lowndes

Integrated Planning Coordinator

Christopher M Jones

Manager Governance & Corporate Strategy

Angela Apostol

Director Corporate

Attachments:

A1⇩

DRAFT Delivery Program 2022-2026 and Operational Plan 2024-2025 - Bi-annual Report - June 2025

2025/250929

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.13 / 1

Item GB.13	RFT57-2024/R

RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	The purpose of this report is for Council to consider the tenders received for RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground and to appoint the preferred tenderer for construction.

background:	At the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 22 July 2025 Council considered this matter and resolved to defer consideration to have a site inspection. The site inspection is scheduled for Tuesday 5 August 2025. The Main Car Park Upgrade project at the St Ives Showground will provide formalised parking facilities which are sympathetic to the locations landscape and environment. A total of 72 carparking spaces including 4 accessible spaces will be provided. The site is currently unformed, and formalisation will contribute to parking availability for events and St Ives Showground as a whole. Council has approved the funding for the Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground. An appointment of a contractor is required to undertake the construction. Tender documents were released through Tenderlink on 17 December 2024 and closed on the 11 February 2025.

comments:	Council received thirteen (13) tender submissions. The tenders were assessed using agreed criteria which identified the best value for money to Council.

recommendation:	In accordance with Section 55 of the Local Government Act and Tender Regulation 2021, it is recommended Council accept the Tender submitted by Tenderer ‘A’.

Purpose of Report

The purpose of this report is for Council to consider the tenders received for RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground and to appoint the preferred tenderer for construction.

Background

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 22 July 2025 Council considered this matter and resolved to defer consideration and have a site inspection. The site inspection is scheduled for Tuesday 5 August 2025.

The Main Car Park Upgrade project at the St Ives Showground will provide parking facilities which are sympathetic to the locations landscape and environment. A total of 72 carparking spaces including 4 accessible spaces will be provided. The site is currently unformed and formalisation will contribute to parking availability for events and St Ives Showground as a whole. Attachment 1 shows the layout of the proposed carpark.

Council has approved the funding for the Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground. An appointment of a contractor is required to undertake the construction.

Tender documents were released through Tenderlink on 17 December 2024 and closed on the 11 February 2025.

Comments

Thirteen (13) tenders were received and recorded in accordance with Council’s tendering policy.

A Tender Evaluation Committee was formed to assess the thirteen (13) tenders received.

The tenderers were requested to provide confirmation about maintaining their tendered prices. All but three (3) tenderers have maintained their price. The preferred tenderer has maintained their tendered price. The tenders were re-evaluated on the new prices.

At the conclusion of the tender evaluation, Tenderer A was identified as providing the best value for money to Council.

integrated planning and reporting

Outcome 3: Infrastructure and assets meet community needs

Community Strategic Plan Strategy

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Action

A3: Provide, upgrade and maintain community buildings and facilities to meet the needs of current and future user groups and a growing population.

A3.1: The condition, environmental performance and functionality of existing assets is improved, including multipurpose opportunities, and new assets achieve agreed standards.

A3.1.1: Develop and implement a prioritised program of improvements to community meeting rooms, halls, buildings and facilities.

Governance Matters

Tender documents were prepared and released through Tenderlink on 17 December 2024 and closed on the 11 February 2025. At the close of tender, thirteen (13) tenders were received. All submissions were recorded in accordance with Council’s tendering policy. A Tender Evaluation Committee was formed to assess the thirteen (13) tenders received. The evaluation considered:

· Conformity of submission.

· Lump sum fee.

· Capacity, capability with suitably qualified staff.

· Experience.

· Availability – Start Date, methodology and estimated duration of work.

· Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Risk Management.

· Environmental.

· Performance and Financial Assessment.

Confidential Attachments to this report are:

· List of tenders received (Attachment 2)

· Tender Evaluation Report and recommendation (Attachment 3)

These attachments are considered to be confidential in accordance with Section 10A (2)(d)(iii) of The Local Government Act as they are considered to contain commercial in confidence information.

Risk Management

Three (3) key areas of risk were identified in relation to the proposed work:

· That the construction be carried out by a contractor with the ability to provide a full range of services with suitably qualified staff.

· Work Health and Safety (WHS), Risk Management and Environmental.

· That Council should not be exposed to financial risk - as part of the evaluation process, tenderers were assessed on providing all information and costs requested within the tender document. An independent Performance and Financial Assessment was carried out on the preferred tenderer to ensure that they were trading responsibly and had the financial capacity to undertake the work as detailed within the tender documents. The assessment returned a “sound” rating.

Financial Considerations

Funding for the project available from the 1993 Plan Car Parking Council Levy, 2010 Plan – Local Parks and Sporting Facilities North Levy and from the Infrastructure and Facilities Reserve.

Social Considerations

On completion, the proposed work will provide a facility which is in line with Council’s Community Strategic Plan, Our Ku-ring-gai 2038 and the Plan’s long term directions including recreation, sporting and leisure facilities are available to meet the community’s diverse and changing needs.

Environmental Considerations

An Environmental Review of Environmental Factors Assessment (REF) has been undertaken. The Declaration and Sign Off from the unsigned REF states the following:

“It is concluded that by adopting mitigation measures identified in this assessment to avoid, minimise or manage environmental impacts, the proposed Activity:

1. is not likely to have a significant impact on the environment, therefore an Environmental Impact Statement is not required;

2. will not be carried out in a declared area of outstanding biodiversity value;

3. is not likely to significantly impact threatened species, populations, ecological communities or critical habitat defined under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 or Fisheries Management Act 1994, therefore a Species Impact Statement is not required;

4. is not likely to affect any Commonwealth land, or significantly affect any matters of National Environmental Significance.

Subject to implementation of the mitigation measures identified in this assessment the proposed activity is recommended for approval.”

Furthermore, none of the Impacts are rated “Moderate or greater”.

The approved final REF will be included as part of the contract to be signed by the successful tenderer.

Community Consultation

Council has undertaken consultation with user groups via meetings and correspondence showing concept drawings through to final design drawings.

Internal Consultation

All relevant departments were consulted.

Summary

Tender RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground was released through Tenderlink on 17 December 2024 and closed on the 11 February 2025. Thirteen (13) tenders were received. All tenders were recorded in accordance with Council’s tendering policy. A Tender Evaluation Committee assessed the submissions.

Following the evaluation and an independent performance and financial assessment, it is recommended that Tenderer A be appointed on the basis of providing the best value for money to Council.

Recommendation:

That:

A. Council accepts the tender submission from Tenderer A to carry out the RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade St Ives Showground.

B. The Mayor and General Manager be delegated authority to execute all tender documents on Council’s behalf in relation to the contract.

C. The Seal of Council be affixed to all necessary documents.

D. All tenderers be advised of Council’s decision in accordance with Clause 178 of the Local Government Tendering Regulation 2021.

Craig Roberts

Acting Head of Projects

William Birt

Acting Manager Project Services

Attachments:	A1⇩	RFT57-2024 Main Car Park Upgrade - St Ives Showground - Site Plan	2025/214065
	A2	RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade - St Ives Showground - List of Submitters	Confidential
	A3	RFT57-2024 Main Carpark Upgrade - St Ives Showground- Tender Evaluation Report August OMC.PDF - signed	Confidential

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.14 / 1

Item GB.14	RFT8-2025/R

RFT8-2025 – Playspace Upgrade - Comenarra Playing Field

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To consider the tenders received for RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Playing Field and to appoint the preferred tenderer.
background:	Council has allocated funding for the upgrade of the existing playspace at Comenarra Playing Field. An appointment of a contractor is required to undertake the construction. Tender documents were released through Tenderlink on 13 May 2025 and closed on the 10 June 2025.

comments:	Council received ten (10) tender submissions. The tenders were assessed using agreed criteria which identified the best value for money to Council.
recommendation:	In accordance with Section 55 of the Local Government Act and Tender Regulation 2021, it is recommended Council accept the Tender submitted by Tenderer A.

Purpose of Report

To consider the tenders received for RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Playing Field and to appoint the preferred tenderer.

Background

Council has allocated funding for the upgrade of the existing playspace at Comenarra Playing Field. An appointment of a contractor is required to undertake the construction.

The upgrade will create an attractive, engaging and inclusive community place. The features will include the following:

· A playground catering for a range of age groups and abilities.

· A range of passive, imaginative and active play activities.

· Replacement of fencing to the perimeter of the play area.

· Installation of park furniture, bins, bubbler, picnic and seating options.

· Improved accessibility for users of all age groups and abilities.

· Increased planted areas and nature play elements.

· Fitness equipment.

Attachment 1 to this report shows the upgrade.

Tender documents were released through Tenderlink on 13 May 2025 and closed on the 10 June 2025, in accordance with the tender requirements of the Local Government Act and Regulation 2021.

Comments

Ten (10) tenders were received and recorded in accordance with Council’s tendering policy.

A Tender Evaluation Committee was formed to assess the ten (10) tenders received.

At the conclusion of the tender evaluation, Tenderer A was identified as providing the best value for money to Council.

integrated planning and reporting

Outcome 3: Infrastructure and assets meet community needs

Strategy - Community Strategic Plan

Term Achievement

Operational Plan Actions

A2: Provide, upgrade and maintain open space, recreation and sporting facilities to meet the needs of current and future user groups and a growing population.

A2.1: A program is implemented to provide, improve and maintain open space, recreation and sporting facilities including multi-use facilities.

A2.1.1: Deliver Council’s adopted Open Space Capital Works Program on time and within budget.

Governance Matters

Tender documents were prepared and released through Tenderlink on 13 May 2025 and closed on the 10 June 2025. At the close of tender, ten (10) tenders were received. All submissions were recorded in accordance with Council’s tendering policy. A Tender Evaluation Committee was formed to assess the ten (10) tenders received. The evaluation considered:

· Conformity of submission.

· Lump sum fee.

· Capacity, capability with suitably qualified staff.

· Experience.

· Availability – Start Date, methodology and estimated duration of work.

· Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Risk Management.

· Environmental.

· Performance and Financial Assessment.

Confidential attachments to this report are:

· List of tenders received (Attachment 2)

· Tender Evaluation Report and recommendation (Attachment 3)

The attachments are considered to be confidential in accordance with Section 10A (2)(d)(iii) of The Local Government Act as they are considered to contain commercial in confidence information.

Risk Management

Three (3) key areas of risk were identified in relation to the proposed work:

· That the construction be carried out by a contractor with the ability to provide a full range of services with suitably qualified staff.

· Work Health and Safety (WHS), Risk Management and Environmental.

Financial Considerations

The construction of the Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Playing Field is funded by S7.12 Levies and from the Infrastructure and Facilities Reserve.

Social Considerations

Environmental Considerations

An Environmental Exempt Development Assessment (EDA) has been undertaken and there were no significant impacts identified.

Community Consultation

Council has undertaken a community survey through an online platform and a mail out to residents within a 500m radius of the reserve. Following that, Council sought further community comment on the concept plan prior to finalising the design of the play space. Council will undertake a before and after quality of play space survey with the community.

Internal Consultation

Consultation was undertaken with relevant departments.

Summary

Tender RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Playing Field was released through Tenderlink on 13 May 2025 and closed on the 10 June 2025. Ten (10) tenders were received. All tenders were recorded in accordance with Council’s tendering policy. A Tender Evaluation Committee assessed the submissions.

An independent performance and financial assessment was undertaken of the recommended Tenderer A, and it is recommended that Tenderer A be appointed on the basis of providing the best value for money to Council.

Recommendation:

That:

A. Council accepts the tender submission from Tenderer A to carry out the Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Playing Field.

B. The Mayor and General Manager be delegated authority to execute all tender documents on Council’s behalf in relation to the contract.

C. The Seal of Council be affixed to all necessary documents.

D. All tenderers be advised of Council’s decision in accordance with Clause 178 of the Local Government Tendering Regulation 2021.

Craig Roberts

Acting Head of Projects

William Birt

Acting Manager Project Services

Attachments:	A1⇩	RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Play Field - Concept Plan	2025/250549
	A2	RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Play Field - List of Submitters	Confidential
	A3	RFT8-2025 Playspace Upgrade Comenarra Playing Field - Tender Evaluation Report.PDF - signed	Confidential

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.15 / 1

Item GB.15	S12314

Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme and amended Affordable Housing Policy

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	For Council to consider the draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme prepared by Atlas Economics and GLN and the amended Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy for public exhibition.

background:	On 15 April 2025 Council adopted the Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy. The Policy identifies the preparation of an Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme when Council completes strategic planning and rezoning of a precinct as a mechanism to support the delivery of affordable housing within Ku-ring-gai. Council’s adopted TOD Alternative incorporates the provision of an Affordable Housing LEP clause and a Contributions rates map.

comments:	Affordable Housing Contribution Schemes are Council-led documents which set out how, where and at what rate development contributions can be collected by the Council for affordable housing. The scheme is linked to a clause and maps within the Council LEP. Atlas Economics and GLN Planning have prepared a Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme.

recommendation: (Refer to the full Recommendation at the end of this report)	That Council endorse for the purpose of public exhibition the: A. Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme; and B. Amended Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy.

Purpose of Report

For Council to consider the draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme prepared by Atlas Economics and GLN and the amended Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy for public exhibition.

Background

Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy

At OMC 17 December 2024 in considering a report on the Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy, Council resolved (in part):

A. To advance Ku-ring-gai’s affordable housing objectives Council pursue the implementation of:

1. An Affordable Housing Policy;

2. An Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme.

At OMC 15 April 2025 Council adopted the Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy. The purpose of the Policy is to:

· Set out Ku-ring-gai’s objectives for affordable housing;

· outline the mechanisms for delivering affordable housing;

· articulate Council’s requirements for affordable housing; and

· articulate how Council will manage any affordable housing it owns.

The Policy identifies two mechanisms that Council will use to support the delivery of affordable housing:

· Proponent led planning proposals; and

· Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme.

Section 11 of the Policy sets out the requirements for affordable housing in Council-led strategic planning, specifically that:

11.1 Affordable housing contribution scheme

Ku-ring-gai will develop an affordable housing contribution scheme (AHCS) when it completes strategic planning and rezoning of a precinct.

Council-led Strategic Planning – Councils Adopted TOD Alternative

The NSW Government’s Transport Orientated Development (TOD) planning policy was introduced in May 2024. The TOD policy requires the provision of 2% affordable housing, in perpetuity, for development within the TOD boundaries.

At the Extraordinary Council Meeting of 5 June 2025 Council resolved to adopt the Council TOD Alternative, which will rezone areas around the four railway station precincts of Gordon, Killara, Roseville and Lindfield to deliver new housing.

The Transport Oriented Development Guide to Strategic Planning (DPHI, 2024) outlines that as part of strategic planning for an alternative to the TOD SEPP it is expected that in the first instance the 2% affordable housing rate will apply, and if Councils chose to take a different rate or approach then an affordable housing contribution scheme will need to be prepared.

As part of the adopted Council TOD Alternative, it is Council’s intention to remove the 2% provision for Affordable Housing under the Housing SEPP and impose an Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme through an Affordable Housing LEP clause and maps outlining variable affordable housing contribution rates of 2%, 3%, 5% and 10% in perpetuity across the TOD areas. The variable rates are derived from the feasibility analysis by Atlas Economics which identifies that the capacity for development to contribute affordable housing differs across sites within the TOD precincts.

The affordable housing contribution will be calculated on the gross floor area (GFA) of the residential component of a development – i.e. it will exclude the GFA of non-residential uses.

Comments

Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme

Affordable Housing Contribution Schemes are Council-led documents which set out how, where and what rate development contributions can be collected by the Council for affordable housing. They give developers certainty about how affordable housing contributions will be determined, and the contribution rate that will be applied in a condition of consent. The scheme is linked to a clause and maps within the Council LEP.

Atlas Economics and GLN Planning have prepared a Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme (Attachment A1.) The scheme has been prepared in accordance with the Guideline for Developing an Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme (Department of Planning, 2019) and will support the Affordable Housing LEP clause and mapped contribution rates as per Council’s Adopted TOD Alternative.

The scheme will apply to the TOD Areas (as per Council’s Preferred TOD Alternative) of Gordon, Killara, Lindfield and Roseville. The scheme applies to land that enables development for residential accommodation.

The scheme will allow Council as part of the approval of a Development Application to place a condition of consent which requires a contribution for the provision of affordable housing. This is similar to how Council levies s7.11 and s7.12 development contributions.

The contributions can only be used for the provision of affordable housing in perpetuity. The contributions received by Council can be in the form of:

· Completed dwellings (in-kind);

· Land;

· Monetary.

Key components of the Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme:

· Contribution Rates – identified contribution rates ranging from 2% - 10% (dependent on financial viability) and equivalent dollar $ rate ($/sqm residential GFA). The equivalent contribution rates ($) will be adjusted annually by Council and adjusted to movement in the median price of strata dwellings in the Ku-ring-gai local government area.

The scheme provides worked examples for each form of contribution.

· Exemptions and Exclusions – the scheme will not apply to refurbishment or repair of buildings that result in additional residential floorspace less than 200sqm, development of non-residential floorspace or development of affordable housing, social housing, boarding houses, group homes or hostels.

It should be noted that the exemption of development for the purposes of affordable housing does not apply where the proposed development is for a fixed term only i.e. it is not provided in perpetuity. An example of this is the time-limited (15year) affordable housing that is permitted under the infill affordable housing provisions of the State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021.

· Contribution Preference – unless otherwise agreed, contributions are to be made as a monetary contribution for the purpose of affordable housing.

This ensures that any in-kind dwellings or land that are accepted are suitable for use as affordable housing. For example, where dwellings are designed for sale in a luxury build with high end appliances and finishes may not be suitable for constant rental use with tenants. Additionally, where there are scattered units in multiple strata complexes this results in poor operational efficiency, high strata fees and operating costs.

· Use and Management of Contributions – In-kind (dwellings or land) contributions are to be transferred to Council’s nominated CHP for use as affordable rental housing in perpetuity and managed in accordance with Council’s Affordable Housing Policy. Monetary contributions are to be pooled and managed by Council. When sufficient funding is available Council will consult with the nominated CHP for transfer of funds so that they may be combined with the CHPs own resources or other government funding for delivery of affordable housing within Ku-ring-gai local government area in perpetuity.

Where Council transfers ownership of in-kind (dwellings or land) contributions to the nominated CHP, a covenant can be registered on the title which requires Council consent for any dealing in the land, and to ensure the property is used for affordable housing in perpetuity.

Amendments to Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy

At OMC 15 April 2025 Council adopted the Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy, as part of the resolution Council also resolved:

C. That the Affordable Housing Policy be reviewed and brought back to Council within 2 years.

Which highlights that the policy would need to be frequently reviewed and updated to respond to change in circumstances.

One such change has been the preparation of the Draft Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme. There are a number of significant differences in policy position between the adopted Affordable Housing Policy and the Draft Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme which will need to be resolved to ensure consistency. The table below outlines the key differences in policy position.

Policy Position	Draft Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme	Affordable Housing Policy	Recommendation
Contribution Preference	Monetary	In-kind (dwellings)	Amend Affordable Housing Policy to identify monetary contribution as preference
Contribution Preference	Comment: The Affordable Housing Policy currently notes the preference is for Council to receive in-kind (the dedication of dwellings or land). This is due to the point in time that the policy was adopted, as monetary contributions could not be levied as Council did not have an Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme in place. It is recommended that the policy position be updated to align with the Draft Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme, which outlines that a monetary contribution is preferred. Community Housing Providers generally prefer the dedication of land and monetary contributions over the dedication of dwellings, the key reason is that managing a few dwellings in different areas/buildings scattered across the LGA is much more complex and resource intensive.
Policy Position	Draft Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme	Affordable Housing Policy	Recommendation
Ownership	Council to transfer ownership of in-kind contributions (dwellings and land) to CHP	Council to retain ownership of in-kind contributions, and engage CHP for management only	Amend Affordable Housing Policy to identify Council will transfer ownership of in-kind contributions to nominated CHP
Ownership	Comment: The Affordable Housing Policy current notes that Council will retain ownership of in-kind (dwelling and land) contributions. It is recommended that the policy position be updated to align with the Draft Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme, which outlines that Council will transfer ownership of in-kind contributions (dwellings or land) to its nominated CHP. The benefits of transferring contributions (dwellings, land and money) to CHPs is that they are able to use these assets to leverage and grow more affordable housing stock. Not-for-profit CHPs have charitable status and benefit from tax concessions. This means that where CHPs can combine Council contributions with other funding sources (e.g. government funding), tax incentives and if they own the assets, are able to deliver 21-27% more affordable housing dwellings through leverage.

Policy Position

Draft Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme

Affordable Housing Policy

Recommendation

Use of Funds

-Monetary contributions pooled and managed by Council. When sufficient funding is available Council will consult with nominated CHP on transfer of funds so they can be combined with CHP own resources and other funding sources

-Affordable Housing Contributions transferred to CHP must be retained/used for purpose of Affordable Housing in perpetuity in Ku-ring-gai local government area

-Monetary contributions to be used for sole purpose of providing and managing affordable housing in perpetuity which includes acquiring land, acquiring dwellings in the local government area, building purpose built affordable housing, co-funding development by CHPs

-Council will seek to partner with CHPs on development including financing development, partnering on development sites and co-owning developments

Amend Affordable Housing Policy to make it clear that monetary contributions will be pooled by Council and transferred to nominated CHP, who can then use the funds to acquire land, acquire dwellings or built purpose built affordable housing co-funded by Council contributions, other government funding and CHPs own resources.

Comment: Both the Affordable Housing Policy and Draft Affordable Housing Scheme outline that monetary contributions must be used for the purpose of providing affordable housing in perpetuity within the Ku-ring-gai local government area. There is a slight difference with regards to the use of funds in that the Policy contemplates that Council could act as a developer and use funds to build purpose built affordable housing, and as a landlord to purchase additional dwellings to be used as affordable housing. It is recommended that the Affordable Housing Policy be amended to make clear that monetary contributions will be pooled by Council and transferred to the nominated CHP, who can then use the funds to acquire land, acquire dwellings or built purpose built affordable housing co-funded by Council contributions, other government funding and CHPs own resources.

Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy has been amended so that it aligns with the Draft Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme in terms of contribution preference, ownership and use of funds (Attachment A2).

It is recommended that the amended Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy be placed on public exhibition concurrently with the Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Plan.

integrated planning and reporting

Theme 1: Community, People and Culture

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Task

C2.1 Housing choice and adaptability support the needs of a changing population

C2.1.1 Council’s planning approach to the provision of housing across Ku-ring-gai is responsive and addresses the supply, choice and affordability needs of the community and changing population

C2.1.1.2 Prepare Housing Affordability Policy and Strategy consistent with the Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS).

Governance Matters

Section 7.32 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 permits the levying of contributions for affordable housing, if a SEPP identifies a need for affordable housing in the local government area. The State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021 identifies that all local government areas within NSW are areas where there is a need for affordable housing. These contributions are in addition to any local infrastructure contributions required under a s7.11 or s7.12 contributions plan.

The State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021, (Housing SEPP) defines households eligible for affordable housing in the following ways under Section 13(1)(a)(i):

· Very low income household – a household with a gross income lower than 50 per cent of the median household income for Greater Sydney or the Rest of NSW;

· Low income household – a household with a gross income between 50 per cent and 80 per cent of the median household income for Greater Sydney or the Rest of NSW; and

· Moderate income household – a household with a gross income between 80 per cent and 120 per cent of the median household income for Greater Sydney or the Rest of NSW.

Additionally, as laid out in Section 13(1)(a)(ii) of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979, for households to be in affordable housing, they should not spend more than 30% of the gross household income on rent.

Community Housing Providers (CHPs) are mostly not-for-profit organisations that manage and/or own social and affordable rental housing or people with very low to moderate incomes. CHPs are monitored under the Community Housing Provider (Adoption of National Law) Act 2012 NSW. The Draft Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme acknowledges the importance of the not-for-profit community housing sector and the part they play in the delivery and management of purpose-designed and built affordable housing. The draft scheme notes that Council intends to appoint at least one CHP as a partner in the delivery and management of affordable housing in the Ku-ring-gai local government area, with preference given to not-for-profit Tier 1 and Tier 2 CHPs (development capability and expertise on how to design and develop affordable housing) who have appropriate experience in the local government area.

Risk Implication statement

There are no material risks that arise from the recommendations contained in this report. Minor issues may occur, but these can be managed within Council’s current policies, procedures, resources and budget.

Financial Considerations

For any affordable housing contribution scheme to be implemented, there is a requirement for it to not unduly impact on development viability. The Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme is supported by a viability assessment which provides evidence that the proposed affordable housing rates are viable. This assessment included the current applicable local infrastructure contributions. The scheme only applies to areas that are being rezoned for significant development uplift and increased development potential, this ensures that the contribution for affordable housing is drawn from the increase in land value generated by the rezoning.

The establishment of an affordable housing contribution scheme will mean that Council is able to accept both in-kind contributions and monetary contributions.

Council will need to allocate resources to ensure the ongoing governance and management of affordable housing contributions received through the scheme.

Social Considerations

Affordable housing will help ensure that Ku-ring-gai’s community remains diverse, allowing people from various income levels and backgrounds to live near their jobs, social networks and neighbourhood connections.

Affordable housing supports the local economy by assisting local businesses and essential services to attract and retain employees. By enabling employees to live closer to their place of employment, affordable housing would help to retain Ku-ring-gai’s vital workers, strengthen the local economy and reduce the risk of labour shortages in essential industries. In the case of care workers, such as aged care workers and childcare workers, high staff turnover directly impacts the quality and continuity of care.

Environmental Considerations

There are no direct environment implications of the adoption of an Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme.

Any affordable housing delivered either as part of a development applicant by a private entity or by council in association with a Community Housing Provider (in the future) will be subject to the standard assessment process.

Community Consultation

It is recommended that the Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme and amended Affordable Housing Policy be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.

Internal Consultation

Internal consultation with relevant Council departments, such as Property, Finance and Community have been undertaken during the preparation of the Draft Scheme, and this report.

The matter was considered by GMD on 31 July 2025.

A Councillor briefing on Draft Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme was held on 5 August 2025.

Summary

Atlas Economics and GLN Planning have prepared a Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme (Attachment A1.) to support Council’s Adopted TOD Alternative Affordable Housing LEP clause and affordable housing contribution rate maps.

The scheme applies to the TOD Areas (as per Council’s Preferred TOD Alternative) of Gordon, Killara, Lindfield and Roseville. The scheme applies to land that enables development for residential accommodation.

In order to ensure consistency between the Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy and the Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme, it is recommended the Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy be amended (Attachment A2) and placed on public exhibition concurrently with the Draft Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme.

Recommendation:

A. That Council endorse the Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Scheme (Attachment A1) for public exhibition.

B. The amendments to the policy positions relating to contribution preference, ownership and use of funds in the Affordable Housing Policy be noted, and that Council endorse the amended Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Policy (Attachment A2) for public exhibition.

C. That the Draft Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Scheme and the amended Affordable Housing Policy be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days. Following the exhibition, a report on the submissions received be reported to Council for consideration.

Alexandra Plumb

Urban Planner

Kate Paterson

Infrastructure Coordinator

Craige Wyse

Team Leader Urban Planning

Antony Fabbro

Manager Urban & Heritage Planning

Andrew Watson

Director Strategy & Environment

Attachments:	A1⇩	Ku-ring-gai Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme - Final Draft - July 2025		2025/241173
	A2⇩	Draft Amended Affordable Housing Policy Version 2 - Mark Up		2025/244062

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.16 / 1

Item GB.16	S14848

Planning Proposal - Dual Occupancy Floor Space Ratio (FSR) standard

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To inform Council of the Planning Proposal amending the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 to apply a Floor Space Ratio (FSR) to dual occupancy development with a minimum 1015 sqm lot size.

background:	In July 2024 the NSW Government permitted dual occupancy on R2 Low Density Residential land within Ku-ring-gai, except for land with bushfire risk, heritage items, or within a Transport Oriented Development area. The NSW Government temporarily suspended the complying development pathway for dual occupancies to allow Council to nominate a minimum lot size able to deliver dual occupancies that would assimilate into the established area. On 18 March 2025, following public consultation, Council endorsed a 1015 sqm minimum lot size. The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) has accepted Council’s proposal with formal gazettal imminent. With the adoption of the 1015 sqm minimum lot size, staff have been able to investigate standards for dual occupancy development within Ku-ring-gai, including the Floor Space Ratio.

comments:	This Planning Proposal is the only mechanism for Council to amend the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 to insert a maximum Floor Space Ratio (FSR) relating to dual occupancy on a minimum 1015 sqm lot size. The Planning Proposal is consistent with State and local planning instruments and has strategic and site specific merit. The proposed 0.5:1 FSR standard for 1015 sqm lots (and the associated sliding scale for larger lots) will apply to all development applications across Ku-ring-gai, except those that choose to use the SEPP (Housing) 2021 standards that apply to land within the Local Housing Areas. The inclusion of an FSR standard in the KLEP 2015 will give the community clarity on the acceptable development standards for this typology and assist in the delivery of dual occupancies.

recommendation: (Refer to the full Recommendation at the end of this report)	That Council support the proposed FSR for dual occupancy as outlined in this report and progress the Planning Proposal to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for a Gateway Determination to enable its exhibition and public consultation.

Purpose of Report

To inform Council of the Planning Proposal amending the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 to apply a Floor Space Ratio (FSR) to dual occupancy development with a minimum 1015 sqm lot size.

Background

Dual Occupancies in Ku-ring-gai

Ku-ring-gai Council’s planning controls have historically restricted dual occupancy development. This was due to concerns regarding small lot subdivision patterns and their inability to support the prevailing deep soil and tree provision, which are the underpinning characteristics of the local government area. Smaller lot sizes will impact the established character of built form in high quality garden settings, including canopy trees, both across the local government area and within heritage conservation areas.

Currently, dual occupancy within Ku-ring-gai is limited to a number of specified sites that are over 1200 sqm in area (with each dual occupancy dwelling having a minimum site area of 550 sqm). The sites are also generally corner lots that enable easy access and suitable distances between driveways for street tree planting. These sites are listed in the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 - Schedule 1 Additional Permitted Uses.

Housing Reforms

In July 2024 the NSW Government permitted dual occupancy housing across all land zoned R2 Low Density Residential within Ku-ring-gai, except for land with bushfire risk, heritage items, or within a Transport Oriented Development area, as illustrated at Figure 1.

The NSW Government temporarily suspended the complying development pathway for dual occupancies to allow Council to nominate a minimum lot size, able to deliver dual occupancies that would assimilate into the established area.

On 18 March 2025, following public consultation, Council nominated a 1015 sqm minimum lot size with the following resolution:

A. That Council endorse a minimum lot size of 1015 sqm for dual occupancy development within the Ku-ring-gai local government area R2 (Low Density Residential) zones, excluding bushfire prone land, heritage items and land within a TOD area, and forward it to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for finalisation as indicated in this report.

B. That Council prepare planning controls and development standards based on the 1015 sqm minimum lot size, for inclusion into the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 and the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan, and report these back to Council.

C. That the Director Strategy and Environment be given delegation to correct errors and improve clarification, provided it does not alter the direction of the minimum lot size and minimum lot width.

This Planning Proposal seeks to meet the obligations of Resolution B. It puts forward a Floor Space Ratio (FSR) standard for dual occupancy development. Also, in accordance with this Resolution, Council staff are separately investigating development control plan standards for dual occupancies.

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) have confirmed acceptance of Council’s 1015 sqm minimum lot size. DPHI has advised that they will also include a minimum subdivision lot size of half the minimum lot size for each dual occupancy dwelling. Commencement of these standards is imminent.

Dual Occupancy Standards for Ku-ring-gai

At present, under the housing reforms, dual occupancy can be developed on any lot size via a development application; however, determination of these applications rely on merit assessment based on the prevailing development standards of the land. The prevailing standards are those applying to R2 Low Density Residential dwellings (single detached housing) which have a general 0.3-0.4:1 FSR and associated standards for that typology. Transposing those standards to dual occupancy applications is challenging and cannot be applied consistently; therefore, it is important to develop standards able to deliver dual occupancy across Ku-ring-gai in a considered manner that respects the dominant values of the area.

This Planning Proposal seeks to include an FSR standard for dual occupancy. The establishment of an FSR will facilitate more efficient assessment, plus enable the preparation of controls for the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan specific to dual occupancy development.

Once DPHI gazette Council’s 1015 sqm minimum lot size and apply their minimum subdivision size, dual occupancies may be developed in Ku-ring-gai via the following pathways:

· Complying Development under the SEPP (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008:

- minimum lot size - 1015 sqm,

- a GFA calculator based on lot size amounting to a floor space ratio range of 0.4-5.4:1,

- other associated standards under the SEPP.

· Development Application under the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015:

- minimum lot size - 1015 sqm,

- floor space ratio (FSR) - as the KLEP 2015 has no FSR applicable to dual occupancy development, any proposal would have to defer to the prevailing R2 Low Density Residential FSR, generally 0.3-0.4:1, and rely on a merit assessment,

- since Council’s Development Control Plan has limited dual occupancy controls that apply to those properties listed under Schedule 1 of the KLEP 2015, the determination of any dual occupancy application would again rely on a merit assessment, with guidance from DPHI’s Low Rise Housing Diversity Design Guide for Development Applications.

Note: Development Applications within the NSW Government designated Local Housing Areas (LHA) have the option to be considered under the SEPP (Housing) 2021 standards. The SEPP enables a minimum lot size of 450 sqm, floor space ratio of 0.65:1 and other associated standards under the SEPP. See Figure 1 for illustration of the NSW government Local Housing Areas.

Given the KLEP 2015 has no designated FSR standard for dual occupancy under the housing reforms, this planning proposal seeks to amend the KLEP 2015 and insert this standard. Inclusion of an FSR standard will provide a more realistic and appropriate specification that facilitates dual occupancy delivery, and that enables a consistency of determination across the local government area.

Benefits of an applicable FSR

FSR is one of the key determinants of the character of built form. The dual occupancy FSR standard will influence the assimilation of this typology into Ku-ring-gai’s low-density areas, characterised by single dwellings within high quality garden settings including tall canopy trees.

Whilst it is understood that this typology will alter the fabric of the local government area, as the NSW government has limited Council’s ability to set a larger minimum lot size, the FSR seeks to ensure the provision of deep soil, trees and landscaping elements that will go some way towards reflecting the Ku-ring-gai character of built form within a garden setting.

Council’s endorsement of the proposed FSR standard will enable the formulation of objectives and controls to insert into Council’s Development Control Plan. These will assist in delivery of a typology that aims to continues to support Ku-ring-gai’s local character.

The process for a planning proposal can take 6-12 months. During this time Council’s Development Assessment team will continue to undertake merit assessment of FSR and development controls for dual occupancy development applications, including on the soon to be gazetted 1015 sqm minimum lot size.

Comments

Determining an appropriate FSR for dual occupancy

Council staff have investigated the following to determine an appropriate FSR for dual occupancy development in Ku-ring-gai:

· testing of dual occupancy standards to determine development outcomes and their ability to assimilate into the prevailing character of the R2 Low Density Residential lands where they are located;

· comparative analysis of dual occupancy standards proposed via the complying development pathway and likely impacts on the Ku-ring-gai character;

· research into standards adopted by other local Councils in their LEP and DCP;

· investigation into the benefits of different configurations of dual occupancy that complying development does not offer, such as one dwelling facing the street and the second being located behind the street facing dwelling;

· understanding the constraints of certain lot configurations, such as corner lots, and the standards they require to enable delivery of this typology.

A study to determine an appropriate dual occupancy FSR has been prepared to support the Planning Proposal. This study, Dual Occupancy Standards Testing, Ku-ring-gai Council, June 2025, is provided as an appendix to the Planning Proposal at Attachment A1.

The Planning Proposal

The proposed Floor Space Ratio (FSR)

This Planning Proposal (Attachment A1) seeks to amend the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 (KLEP 2015) to include a base Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 0.5:1 for dual occupancy development on 1015 sqm lot sizes, with a sliding scale FSR for larger lot sizes consistent with the KLEP 2015 approach for dwelling house FSR provision.

The sliding scale is described in the following table:

Lot Size	FSR
More than 2,000 square metres	0.4:1
More than 1,015 square metres but not more than 2,000 square metres	((200 + (0.3 × site area)) / site area):1
1,015 square metres or less	0.5:1

FIGURE 2: Proposed sliding scale FSR according to lot size

The Planning Proposal’s Dual Occupancy Standards Testing, Ku-ring-gai Council, June 2025 discusses the relationship between gross floor area (GFA) and FSR. It explains the need for a sliding scale: automatically allowing larger homes on larger sites would result in larger footprints and greater visual bulk. Moreover, the purpose of dual occupancy development is not to enable the subdivision of large lots that would otherwise not be permitted under the KLEP 2015, but to deliver housing diversity and provide smaller housing typologies that might be more affordable than a standard large, detached dwelling. The use of a sliding scale is also adopted in the complying development pathway.

Consideration of Complying Development standards

The comparative assessment in the Dual Occupancy Standards Testing indicates the Complying Development GFA (amounting to 0.54:1 FSR for a 1015 sqm site) cannot deliver the deep soil, tree planting, setbacks and landscape areas that will enable assimilation into Ku-ring-gai’s local character, whereas the proposed sliding scale FSR of 0.4:1 to 0.5:1, when paired with potential DCP controls, is generally able to deliver improved outcomes with key elements that go towards defining the area’s valued leafy green character.

Application of a lower 0.45:1 FSR was found to enable greater landscape outcomes as it significantly reduces internal floor area compared with that achievable under the Complying Development pathway. While the Development Application pathway, when paired with potential DCP controls, can offer greater flexibility in some areas, the reduced yield under 0.45:1 is unlikely to attract developers away from the Complying Development pathway. This limits the potential to deliver better site-specific outcomes, including improved design, landscaping, and tree retention through the Development Application process.

Amendment to KLEP 2015 Schedule 1 Additional Permitted Uses

The Planning Proposal also seeks to delete properties, zoned R2 Low Density Residential, listed under the KLEP 2015 Schedule 1 that allow dual occupancy as an Additional Permitted Use.

Dual occupancy is now permitted on these sites as a result of the NSW Government’s housing reforms. Sites that already have a higher zoning (for example R3 Medium Density Residential) and FSR applied to them will also be deleted from Schedule 1. Only those properties not designated under the housing reforms, for example on land zoned C4 Environmental Living, will be retained within Schedule 1.

The Planning Proposal at Attachment A1 includes a list of all properties to be deleted from Schedule 1.

The intended outcome of this Planning Proposal is to have an FSR standard specifically for dual occupancy development that will override the prevailing R2 Low Density zoning FSR. This will enable delivery of a gross floor area (GFA) more suited to the delivery of the dual occupancy dwelling typology in a consistent manner across Ku-ring-gai.

Strategic and Site-Specific Merit

The NSW Government’s directions and standards on dual occupancy development were included in their Explanation of Intended Effects: Changes to create Low and Mid-rise Housing (EIE) which permitted dual occupancies on all R2 Low Density Residential zoned land across the LGA. This report commenced the rollout of the legislated pathways for dual occupancy delivery, via an amending SEPP, which enabled dual occupancy development across Ku-ring-gai.

This Planning Proposal remains consistent with the strategic directions of the NSW Government’s housing reforms, including the overarching EIE and the related amendments made to the SEPP (Housing) 2021.

The Planning Proposal has both strategic and site-specific merit. The assignment of an FSR to the dual occupancy typology will enable its efficient and effective delivery within Ku-ring-gai. This is consistent with the strategic principles of both state and local strategic planning instruments which aim to increase housing delivery and diversity.

The Planning Proposal is consistent with:

· Greater Sydney Region Plan: A Metropolis of Three Cities (2018)

· North District Plan (2018)

· Ku-ring-gai Community Strategic Plan 2038 (2018)

· Ku-ring-gai’s Local Strategic Planning Statement (2020)

· Applicable State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPPs)

· Applicable Ministerial Directions (s.9.1 directions)

The Planning Proposal, and the proposed FSR, have given consideration to the local area character, the environmental values and the historical fabric of Council’s low density residential areas. In addition, the tripartite planning parameters of social, economic and environmental issues have been considered.

In preparing the planning proposal, the changing demographic structures of households and the need for housing diversity within Ku-ring-gai, the economic value to the local commercial and industrial sectors within the local government area, and the potential ecological impacts of this typology have been understood.

Timing

Given the gazettal of Council’s 1015 sqm minimum lot size is imminent, there is some urgency to have an FSR in place for dual occupancy development. This will:

· enable ease and consistency of assessment within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure’s (DPHI) short assessment timelines;

· clarity and greater certainty to landowners on the standards expected in their applications; and

· provide flexibility in delivery outcomes to those offered through the Complying Development pathway in general, and the Development Application pathway for Local Housing Areas.

Due to the urgency, Council will seek delegation to process and finalise this Planning Proposal as part of the Gateway Determination. This will reduce reliance on DPHI timelines and enable Council to deliver this outcome in the most efficient manner.

Development Control Plan (DCP) standards

The establishment of the FSR being sought through this Planning Proposal will enable the preparation of dual occupancy controls for the Ku-ring-gai Development Control Plan (DCP), in accordance with Council’s 18 March 2025 resolution.

These DCP controls will be prepared, reported to Council and exhibited with the Planning Proposal should a Gateway Determination be forthcoming. A concurrent exhibition will enable the DCP amendment to be made at the same time as the KLEP 2015 amendment to include the proposed FSR.

Ku-ring-gai Planning Panel (KLPP)

In accordance with Section 2.19 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, the Planning Proposal was reported to the Ku-ring-gai Planning Panel on Monday, 21 July 2025.

The KLPP have advised they support the progression of the Planning Proposal to Gateway Determination as follows:

The Panel Advised

A. Council that the Planning Proposal has site specific and strategic merit and that it be submitted to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for a Gateway Determination that will enable its exhibition and public consultation.

B. That Council seek authority to finalise the planning proposal under delegation.

C. Date of the decision: 21 July 2025.

D. Reason for the advice:

1. The Panel concurs with the recommendation in Council’s Planning Proposal Assessment Report.

2. The planning proposal is consistent with site and local planning instruments and has strategic and site specific merit.

Next steps

The next steps in the progression of the Planning Proposal are as follows:

1. Report the Planning Proposal to Council and seek endorsement to submit the proposal to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) for a Gateway Determination.

2. Prepare and report to Council controls for insertion into Council’s Development Control Plan (DCP) for dual occupancies on minimum 1015 sqm lot size with proposed sliding scale FSR of 0.4:1 to 0.5:1, subject of this Planning Proposal.

3. Upon receipt of any Gateway Determination, place the FSR Planning Proposal and DCP controls on public exhibition and invite community comment.

4. Undertake consultation with State Agencies as nominated in any Gateway Determination.

5. Assess all submissions and report the findings back to Council.

6. Should the proposal be adopted by Council, finalise the amendment to the KLEP 2015 under delegation, and submit to DPHI for gazettal. At the same time, finalise and bring into effect the related DCP controls.

integrated planning and reporting

Theme 1 – Community, People and Culture

Theme 3 – Places, Spaces and Infrastructure

Community Strategic Plan Long Term Objective

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Task

C6.1 Housing diversity, adaptability and affordability is increased to support the needs of a changing community

C6.1.1 Councils planning approach to the provision of housing across Ku-ring-gai is responsive and addresses the supply, choice and affordability needs of the community and the changing population

C6.1.1.1 Implement the Ku-ring-gai Housing Strategy to 2036

C6.1.1.3 Identify opportunities to provide a range of housing choices and part of the implementation of the Ku-ring-gai Housing Strategy to 2036.

P2.1 A robust planning framework is in place to deliver quality design outcomes and maintain the identity and character of Ku-ring-gai

P2.1.1 Land use strategies, plans and processes are in place to effectively manage the impact of new development

P2.1.1.1 Prepare plans and strategies as required by the Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS)

Governance Matters

On 15 December 2023 the NSW Government exhibited the Explanation of Intended Effect; Changes to create Low- and Mid-Rise Housing (EIE). The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) has given some Councils, including Ku-ring-gai, an opportunity to consider an appropriate minimum lot size for dual occupancy dwellings within the R2 (Low Density Residential) zone, excluding land with bushfire risk, heritage items, or within a Transport Oriented Development area. The NSW has agreed Council’s 1015 sqm minimum lot size, with gazettal imminent.

At present Ku-ring-gai Council has no standards that apply to dual occupancy development across the local government area, relying on the prevailing low-density standards applying to single dwellings. This Planning Proposal seeks to introduce an FSR standard more suitable to the dual occupancy typology and that will facilitate improved and consistent assessment of applications.

On 21 July 2025 the Planning Proposal was considered by the KLPP which advised their support for its progression to Gateway Determination.

Risk Implication statement

Council’s reputation could be at risk if it does not nominate an appropriate FSR for dual occupancies. Without a formal FSR standard staff are not able to investigate and include Development Control Plan standards to guide the delivery of dual occupancy development. Applications will continue to be assessed on merit by Council staff resulting in an inconsistent outcome for the typology across Ku-ring-gai.

Financial Considerations

The cost of preparing this report is covered by the Urban Planning and Heritage budget.

Social Considerations

Updated planning provisions for dual occupancy development in Ku-ring-gai will assist in increasing housing supply and diversity to support the needs of the changing community and the expected increase in population.

Environmental Considerations

It is acknowledged that this typology will change the local area; however, the approach to planning for dual occupancy within Ku-ring-gai has, as much as possible, taken into account the protection of biodiversity, reducing threat from bushfire, minimising and mitigating heat island effects, maintaining the prevailing character of buildings within a garden setting that includes tall canopy trees.

Community Consultation

Community consultation for this Planning Proposal will be consistent with the requirements of Council’s Community Participation Plan, the requirements of the Gateway Determination, the requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, the consultation guidelines contained within the NSW Department of Planning and Environment’s ‘Local Environmental Plan Making Guideline’’ (August 2023).

In accordance with the documents above, the public exhibition of a planning proposal is generally undertaken through notification and exhibition on Council’s website:

· providing a description of the objectives or intended outcomes of the Planning Proposal;

· indicating the land affected by the Planning Proposal;

· providing details for the receipt of submissions;

· indicating the last date for submissions; and

· confirming whether delegation for making the LEP has been issued to Council.

Upon receipt of a Gateway Determination enabling the public exhibition of the planning proposal, a Dual Occupancy Development Control Plan will be produced to support the Planning Proposal.

Internal Consultation

Where relevant, other sections of Council have been consulted in the preparation of this report.

Summary

The NSW Government commenced their rollout of housing reforms during 2024. Enabling dual occupancy development across Ku-ring-gai was one of the first steps in this process. Since then, the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) has agreed Council’s minimum lot size of 1015 sqm. The formal gazettal of this lot size by DPHI is imminent.

This Planning Proposal is the only mechanism for Council to amend the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 to implement a Floor Space Ratio (FSR) standard for dual occupancy development. It is consistent with state and local strategic planning policies and has strategic and site-specific merit. The proposed sliding scale FSR of 0.4:1 to 0.5:1 will apply to all development applications across Ku-ring-gai, except those that choose to adopt the SEPP (Housing) 2021 standards that apply to land within the Local Housing Areas.

The setting of an FSR standard for dual occupancy proposals will provide clarity on development standards, avoid the current ambiguity where the prevailing Low Density Residential FSR of 0.3:1 has to be considered via a merit assessment, generally resulting in a complex and inconsistent assessment pathway. The inclusion of an FSR standard in the KLEP 2015 will give the community clarity on acceptable development for this typology and assist in an improved delivery.

The new FSR standard will enable the preparation of dual occupancy controls to be inserted into Council’s Development Control Plan.

Recommendation:

A. That Council support the proposed FSR for dual occupancy as outlined in this report and progress the Planning Proposal to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for a Gateway Determination to enable its exhibition and public consultation.

B. That Council seek the authority to finalise the Planning Proposal under delegation.

Rathna Rana

Executive Urban Planner

Craige Wyse

Team Leader Urban Planning

Antony Fabbro

Manager Urban & Heritage Planning

Andrew Watson

Director Strategy & Environment

Attachments:

A1⇩

Planning Proposal - FSR standard for dual occupancy

2025/216823

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.17 / 1

Item GB.17	S14986

Heritage Housekeeping Planning Proposal

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	For Council to consider a Planning Proposal to correct five (5) local heritage listings in the suburbs of Turramurra and Wahroonga. The proposed corrections will apply to Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 (KLEP 2015) Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage - Part 1 Heritage Items and the associated heritage maps.

background:	Four of the five amendments proposed relate to heritage listed sites that have been subdivided and the subdivided lots subsequently developed with modern homes. The fifth amendment is required to correct a clerical error. The updates are wholly administrative in nature. There are no potential environmental impacts. The Planning Proposal does not alter the applicable zoning or development standards. The proposed amendments are limited to improving the accuracy of KLEP 2015 Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage and associated maps.

comments:	Maintaining accurate heritage information supports the legislative framework designed to identify and protect heritage items and conservation areas.

recommendation: (Refer to the full Recommendation at the end of this report)	That the Planning Proposal be submitted to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for Gateway Determination.

Purpose of Report

Background

Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage of the Ku-ring-gai Local Environmental Plan 2015 (KLEP) provides a comprehensive list of Heritage items (Part 1) and Heritage conservation areas (Part 2) that have been identified for their heritage significance. Part 1 which is the subject of this report provides the name of the item, the item number and the item’s property identifiers which include a description, street address, relevant lot and deposited plan and/or strata plan number. The KLEP is accompanied by a series of maps, including heritage maps (HER) which identify the location of the heritage items.

Council has an ongoing role in maintaining an accurate list of the heritage items within its local government area (LGA). Information provided by residents, the Development and Regulatory Team and record reviews, alert council staff to listing inaccuracies. This report addresses proposed amendments to five listings in the suburbs of Turramurra and Wahroonga. All items under consideration are outside of the TOD and Council’s TOD Alternate Housing Precincts.

Comments

The table below outlines the five heritage listings affected by this planning proposal, the reasons for the proposed amendments, the supporting information available, and a description of each amendment.

Address

Suburb

Lot

Item Name

Item

35 Water Street

Wahroonga

Lots 1 and 2/

DP 375262

Rippon Grange

I1002

Proposed Amendment: Amend the property description and mapped extent of the heritage item.

Reason for Amendment: No. 35 Water Street Wahroonga includes “Rippon Grange” local item (I1002) situated in the Wahroonga Heritage Conservation Area (C1). No. 28 Young Street, Wahroonga has been subdivided from No. 35 Water Street and a modern home developed with approval. However, the heritage mapping for “Rippon Grange” and the property description has not been altered to reflect these works. A planning consultant representing the owners of No. 28 Young Street has written to council requesting the removal of the heritage listing applying to the site, no change is proposed to the boundaries of the Wahroonga heritage conservation area.

History: In 2020, DA0417/20 was lodged to subdivide No. 35 Water Street and excise land from the south-eastern corner of the lot. (refer aerial photo below). The application also included provision for the erection of a dwelling house, pool and tennis court on the subdivided lot, now known as No. 28 Young Street, Wahroonga. The application was supported by a Heritage Impact Statement prepared by Weir Phillips which concluded that the impact of the proposed works on the heritage significance of “Rippon Grange” and the Wahroonga Conservation Area were acceptable.

Approval was granted on 20 May 2021 and “Rippon Grange” was subdivided into Lot 100 DP 127 8904 (No. 35 Water Street, Wahroonga) and Lot 101 DP 1278904 (No. 28 Young Street, Wahroonga). Construction of a dwelling house, pool and tennis court at No 28 Young Street, was completed in 2022 (refer below photo). It is Council’s practice with subdivided heritage sites to only amend the original listing when development on the new lot is complete. As development at No. 28 Young Street has been finalised, an update to the heritage listing is now appropriate.

35 Water Street, 35A Water Street and 28 Young Street, Wahroonga.

No. 28 Young Street, Wahroonga

35A Water Street, Wahroonga: In 2016 the Land and Environment Court granted approval for the subdivision of 35 Water Street Wahroonga into Lot 1 and Lot 2 DP 1235875, known as 35 and 35A Water Street respectively. No. 35 Water Street included “Rippon Grange”.

In 2022, DA0143/22 was lodged to develop a dwelling and pool at No. 35A Water Street, Wahroonga. The application was approved on 7 October 2022. However, at this point no construction certificate has been issued for the site and therefore no change is suggested to the heritage listing currently applying to the subject land.

Accordingly, the heritage listing will continue to apply to No. 35 Water Street (Lot 100 DP 1278904) and No. 35A Water Street, (Lot 2 DP 123 5875).

Supporting Background Heritage Information:

A Heritage Impact Statement prepared by Weir Phillips.

Proposed Amendments to KLEP 2015

· In Schedule 5 Heritage Part 1 amend the property description of 35 Water Street, Wahroonga to - Lot 100, DP 1278904; Lot 2, DP 1235875.

· Reduce the extent of heritage mapping for “Rippon Grange” I1002 shown on HER_006 to exclude No. 28 Young Street Wahroonga (Lot 101/DP 127 8904)

Existing Map HER_006

Proposed Amendment HER_006

Address

Suburb

Lot

Item Name

Item

31 Cleveland Street

Wahroonga

Lot 153/

DP 1060782

Dwelling House

I883

33 Cleveland Street

Wahroonga

Lot 152/

DP 1060782

Dwelling House

I884

Proposed Amendment: Remove the subject heritage listings from KLEP2015, Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage and the associated heritage maps.

Reason for Amendment: No. 37 Burns Road, Wahroonga is listed in KLEP 2015 as I865 “Craignairn” dwelling house. Nos 31 and 33 Cleveland Street were subdivided from this property and assigned heritage listings. However, these listings are no longer appropriate as modern houses have been approved and developed on the subject land. The properties are within the Wahroonga Heritage Conservation Area (C1), no change is proposed to the boundaries of this HCA.

Aerial View: Nos 31 & 33 Cleveland Street, Wahroonga (No. 33 is the battleaxe block).

History: In 2002 Council received an application (DA1372/02) to subdivide the heritage listed property No. 37 Burns Bay Road Wahroonga (I865 “Craignairn”) into three lots. The subdivision application was supported by a Statement of Heritage Impact prepared by NBRS&P Heritage which concluded that - the present application will have a low level of impact on the heritage value of the heritage property and is acceptable from this point of view.

Council approved the application, and the two lots excised off the main “Craignairn” property are known as No. 31 & No. 33 Cleveland Street Wahroonga (Lot 153/DP 1060782 and Lot 152/DP 1060782 respectively). No. 33 Cleveland Street is a battleaxe block. The garage for Craignairn was located at No. 31 Cleveland Street. In 2004 Council approved a development application (DA 1207/04) for the removal of the garage and erection of a two-storey dwelling at No. 31 Cleveland Street.

Also, in 2004 the Council received an application for the erection of a two-storey dwelling, pool and cabana at No. 33 Cleveland Street Wahroonga. Approval was granted and construction commenced in the same year.

Below are photos of the completed dwellings at Nos 31 and 33 Cleveland Street, Wahroonga.

No. 31 Cleveland Street, Wahroonga

No. 33 Cleveland Street, Wahroonga

In 2006 the State Government issued the Standard Instrument (Local Environmental Plans) Order, which required Councils for the first time to map their heritage items and provide descriptions and lot details. During this process the subdivided properties were mapped as impacted by a heritage listing (I865 “Craignairn”) and in error assigned individual listings and the descriptor ‘dwelling house’ in Schedule 5 of the KLEP 2015. Considering this history and that modern dwellings exist on the site it is recommended the listings be removed.

Supporting Heritage Information:

A Statement of Heritage Impact prepared by NBRS&P Heritage.

Proposed Amendments to KLEP 2015

· Delete I883 (No. 31 Cleveland Street, Wahroonga) from Schedule 5, Part 1 of KLEP 2015.

· Remove the mapping for I883 from map HER_006

· Delete I884 (No. 33 Cleveland Street, Wahroonga) from Schedule 5, Part 1 of KLEP 2015.

· Remove the mapping for I884 from map HER_006

Existing Map: HER_006

Proposed Amendment: HER_006

Address

Suburb

Lot

Item Name

Item

32 Ku-ring-gai Avenue

Turramurra

Lot B/DP 445910

Dwelling House

I149

Proposed Amendment: Amend the item name, property description and extent of heritage mapping to apply only to the front boundary wall.

Reason for Amendment: No. 34 Ku-ring-gai Avenue Turramurra (Lot A/DP 445910] includes the dwelling house Ypriana a local listed item (I150). No. 32 Ku-ring-gai (Lot B/ DP 445910] was subdivided from No. 34 and a modern home developed with approval in 2000 (DA 5142/96). The application was supported by a heritage assessment prepared by Robert Moore Architect. The stamped approved plans for DA 5142/96 show the retention of the front boundary wall which extends the full length of the subject site and extends along the front boundary of No. 34 Ku-ring-gai Avenue.

Aerial view: No. 32 Ku-ring-gai Avenue, Turramurra

History: In 1960 the land including the dwelling Ypriana was subdivided into three lots (A, B & C). Lot C had frontage onto Nulla Nulla Street while Lot A and B faced Ku-ring-gai Avenue and became known as Nos 34 and 32 Ku-ring-gai Avenue respectively. No. 34 Ku-ring-gai Avenue included the historic home Ypriana, while No. 32 included the gardens of the house.

In 1983 Council approved the development of a tennis court, pool and cabana at No. 32 Ku-ring-gai Avenue. On 10 December 1996, Council approved DA5142/96 for the erection of new dwelling and pool at No. 32 Ku-ring-gai Avenue. This application showed the front boundary wall to be retained. The application was supported by a heritage impact statement prepared by Robert A Moore (Architect and Conservation Consultant).

Considering the development of a modern house at No. 32 Ku-ring-gai Avenue, the heritage listing applying to the site was discussed with Council’s Heritage Specialist who undertook a heritage assessment and concluded that it was ‘reasonable to reduce the listing of 32 Ku-ring-gai Avenue to the front boundary wall on heritage grounds.’

No. 32 Ku-ring-gai Ave. Turramurra

Front wall: 32 Ku-ring-gai Ave. Turramurra

Proposed Amendments

· Amend listing I149 in Schedule 5, Part 1 of KLEP 2015 so under item name it refers to ‘front boundary wall’ and the property description refers to ‘part of Lot B, DP 445910’.

· Reduce the extent of the heritage mapping for No. 32 Ku-ring-gai Avenue, I149 (map HER_007) so that it only applies to the front boundary wall.

Existing Map HER_007

Proposed Amendment HER_007

58 Holmes Street

Turramurra

Lot 1/DP 229779

Dwelling House

I772

Proposed amendment: Remove the subject heritage listing from KLEP 2015, Schedule 5 Environmental heritage and the associated heritage maps.

Reason for amendment: The dwelling at No. 58 Holmes Street is a modern dwelling erected with approval in the early 1990s. It was listed due to an administrative error and as the dwelling has no heritage significance it is proposed to delete the subject listing.

Aerial view: 58 Holmes Street, Turramurra

No. 58 Holmes Street, Turramurra

History: The timber cottage which previously existed at No. 58 Holmes Street, Turramurra was recommended for heritage listing in a 1987 Heritage Study prepared by Robert Moore, Penelope Pike, Helen Proudfoot and Lester. However, Council on 14 November 1989 considered the potential listing and resolved the property not be included in the Ku-ring-gai (Heritage Conservation) Local Environmental Plan No. 1. Shortly after this resolution in the early 1990s the cottage was demolished with approval and replaced with a modern home.

Despite the Council resolution and the newly developed home, the property was retained on the list of potential heritage items identified in the 1987 Heritage Study. This resulted in the property being listed in error when Council commenced preparation of its Principal LEP in 2008.

Proposed Amendments

· Remove listed I772 from KLEP 2015 Schedule 5, Part 1.

· Remove listed I772 off map HER_007.

Existing Map HER_007

Proposed Amendment HER_007

This Planning Proposal will increase the accuracy of the KLEP 2015 Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage, which will contribute to the ongoing conservation of Ku-ring-gai’s valued landscape and garden suburbs. The Planning Proposal has been prepared in accordance with section 3.33 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (the Act) and the relevant guidelines prepared by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), including Local Environmental Plan Making Guideline (August 2023).

The Planning Proposal can be classified as a ‘Basic Planning Proposal’ in line with the Local Environmental Plan Making Guidelines (August 2023). A basic planning proposal refers to a proposal to correct an administrative error or minor housekeeping amendments.

Attachment A1 includes the Planning Proposal – Heritage Housekeeping. A detailed table of the proposed amendments including the required map changes is outlined in Attachment A2.

Strategic Merit

· Greater Sydney Region Plan and North District Plan

The Planning Proposal is consistent with the directions and objectives of the Greater Sydney Region Plan: A Metropolis of Three Cities (2018), Objective 13 which stipulates that ‘Environmental heritage is identified, conserved and enhanced’.

The Planning Proposal is generally consistent with the priorities and actions of the North District Plan (2018), in particular Planning Priority 6, ‘Creating and renewing great places and local centres and respecting the District’s heritage’ and the associated actions.

· Ku-ring-gai Community Strategic Plan

The Planning Proposal gives effect to the following outcomes included in the Ku-ring-gai Community Strategic Plan 2038 (2025):

o U4 - Protect Ku-ring-gai’s heritage and character through appropriate planning controls; and

o L3 - Deliver services effectively and efficiently on the basis of equity, community priorities and best value within available resources.

· Ku-ring-gai Local Strategic Planning Statement

The Planning Proposal is consistent with Ku-ring-gai’s Local Strategic Planning Statement (2020) (‘LSPS’) giving effect to a number of Ku-ring-gai Local Planning Priorities identified within the LSPS, including:

o K12. Managing change and growth in a way that conserves and enhances Ku-ring-gai’s unique visual and landscape character; and

o K13. Identifying and conserving Ku-ring-gai’s environmental heritage.

· Ku-ring-gai Heritage Strategy

The Planning Proposal is consistent with the Ku-ring-gai Heritage Strategy (2021), giving effect to a number of priorities including:

o Conservation of significant 20th century development; and

o Continue to identify and correct heritage anomalies.

· Section 9.1 Ministerial Directions and State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPPs)

The Planning Proposal is consistent with the relevant State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPPs) and does not contravene any of the provisions of the SEPPs.

The Planning Proposal is consistent with the applicable s9.1 Ministerial Directions, specifically those relating to:

o 3.2 Heritage Conservation

o 5.1 Integrating Land Use and Transport, and

o 6.1 Residential Zones.

A detailed discussion of the consistency with the strategic framework is discussed in the justification section of the Planning Proposal (Attachment A1).

As the Planning Proposal is largely administrative in nature and only proposes minor amendments to Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage and associated heritage maps, there are no negative environmental, social or economic impacts envisaged. The Planning Proposal does not involve amendments to the planning controls that will facilitate intensified development, therefore no additional demand for public infrastructure or services is anticipated.

Any potential effects resulting from the Planning Proposal are considered positive, as having clear and accurate identification of heritage items will support their ongoing protection, inform appropriate development decisions, and enhance community understanding and appreciation of local heritage.

integrated planning and reporting

Theme 3: Places, Spaces and Infrastructure

Community Strategic Plan Strategy

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Action

Protect Ku-ring-gai’s heritage and character through appropriate planning controls.

Strategies, plans and processes are in place to effectively protect, preserve and manage Ku-ring-gai’s heritage assets.

Implement, monitor and review Ku-ring-gai’s heritage planning controls and Heritage Strategy.

Governance Matters

This report addresses the first stage in obtaining a Gateway Determination for a Planning Proposal which seeks to amend Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage, Part 1 and the heritage maps of the KLEP 2015. If the Planning Proposal is supported by the Department, the Planning Proposal will be placed on exhibition and stakeholder feedback sought prior to the matter being reported back to Council for consideration.

The process for the preparation and implementation of planning proposals is governed by the provisions of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. Council will seek the plan making delegation under Section 3.36(2) of the EP&A Act to finalise the Planning Proposal.

The Ministerial Direction requiring Planning Proposals be referred the Local Planning Panels, provides that General Managers may determine referral is unnecessary where the proposal is of a minor nature and will not have adverse environmental impacts. Considering the administrative nature of the subject Planning Proposal its referral to the Ku-ring-gai Local Planning Panel was determined unnecessary by the General Manager on 23 July 2025.

Risk Implication statement

There is a community expectation that places of heritage significance within the Ku-ring-gai Council LGA will be protected. Maintaining an accurate register of Council’s heritage places minimises the risk of heritage properties being harmed.

Financial Considerations

The cost of preparing this report is covered by the Ku-ring-gai - Urban Planning & Heritage Budget – Strategy and Environment Department.

Social Considerations

The identification and protection of Ku-ring-gai’s heritage places contributes to the ongoing conservation of Ku-ring-gai’s community-valued historic landscape and garden suburbs. The Planning Proposal being wholly administrative in nature will not impact on existing infrastructure. Any potential effects resulting from the Planning Proposal are considered positive, as having clear and accurate identification of heritage items will facilitate appropriate development choices.

Environmental Considerations

The identification and protection of Ku-ring-gai’s heritage places contributes to the ongoing conservation of Ku-ring-gai’s community-valued historic landscape and garden suburbs. The Planning Proposal being wholly administrative in nature will not impact on existing biodiversity or infrastructure. Any potential effects resulting from the Planning Proposal are considered positive, as having clear and accurate identification of heritage items will facilitate appropriate development choices.

Community Consultation

Subject to the Council’s decision, the Planning Proposal will be referred to the Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) requesting a Gateway Determination. Should the Planning Proposal receive a favourable Gateway Determination, it will be exhibited in accordance with the requirements of the relevant DPHI guidelines, the Gateway Determination and Ku-ring-gai’s Community Participation Plan. The Planning Proposal will be exhibited with explanatory information.

The owners of affected properties will be notified during the public exhibition period. At the conclusion of the public exhibition period, a report will be prepared and presented to Council to allow for the consideration of submissions received during the exhibition period.

Internal Consultation

Relevant Council departments were consulted in preparing this report.

Summary

This minor housekeeping Planning Proposal has been prepared to correct five local heritage listings in Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage, of the KLEP 2015 and the associated heritage mapping. The proposed amendments to the KLEP are wholly administrative in nature and will ensure items are appropriately protected with the most current and accurate information.

The objective of the Planning Proposal is to improve the accuracy of the KLEP 2015. The Planning Proposal aligns with the directions of the Greater Sydney Region Plan and the North District Plan as well as Ku-ring-gai Council’s strategic planning documents, such as the CSP, the LSPS and the Ku-ring-gai Heritage Strategy. It is recommended Council resolve to proceed with the Planning Proposal to facilitate a Gateway Determination from DPHI.

Recommendation:

A. That the Planning Proposal be submitted to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for a Gateway Determination in accordance with the provisions of the EP&A Act 1979 and Regulations.

B. That Council requests the plan making delegation under Section 3.36 of the EP&A Act 1979 and Regulations.

C. That upon receipt of a Gateway Determination, exhibition and consultation be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the EP&A Act 1979 and with the Gateway Determination requirements.

D. That a report be brought back to Council at the conclusion of the exhibition period.

Philippa Hayes

Strategic Planner Heritage

Craige Wyse

Team Leader Urban Planning

Andrew Watson

Director Strategy & Environment

Antony Fabbro

Manager Urban & Heritage Planning

Attachments:	A1⇩	Attachment A1 Planning Proposal Heritage Housekeeping		2025/243451
	A2⇩	Attachment A2 Table of Proposed Amendments		2025/243457

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.18 / 1

Item GB.18	S14827

Application to Seek the Minister's Consent to Grant a Licence over Community Land

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	To seek a resolution to apply for Minister’s consent to proceed with the granting of the licence to Fast Cities Australia Pty Limited (Evie Networks). The licence is for a public electric vehicle (EV) charger to be installed and operated at 2 Lord Street, Roseville.

background:	In October 2024, community consultation results indicated the majority of respondents (71%) were in support for the proposed Evie Networks EV charging infrastructure at Lord Street. At the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 17 December 2024 Council resolved to progress the necessary approval assessments and negotiation of commercial terms required for the development of EV charging infrastructure at Lord Street and that, subject to assessment and negotiation of commercial terms, Council approves the development and installation of the proposed chargers at the premises. Following the public notification period for the licence, three (3) submissions were received.

comments:	Matters raised in the submissions included concerns relating primarily to alternative redevelopment of the site and the allocation of parking to EV charging. Upon consideration of objections, the Local Government Act requires Council to apply for Ministerial approval if it wishes to progress with implementation the proposed licence.

recommendation: (Refer to the full Recommendation at the end of this report)	Council make an application to the Minister for Local Government for consent to proceed, noting the objections received, with the proposed licence over the community land described as Lot 4 DP225030 and located at 2 Lord Street, Roseville to Fast Cities Australia Pty Limited for a term of 5 + 5 years for the use and occupation of carpark lots as electric vehicle charging stations and related activities under section 47 of the Local Government Act 1993.

Purpose of Report

Background

Evie Networks own and operate EV fast chargers across Australia.

In May 2024, the Minister for Energy and Climate Change announced $4.1 million of investment by the NSW Government, supported by an additional $8 million in private investment, to deliver charging infrastructure across the state. Evie Networks received funding for sites in Ku-ring-gai.

Community consultation (Attachment A1) was undertaken between 30 September 2024 and 27 October 2024 for five proposed EV charging sites by Evie Networks in Ku-ring-gai, including for Lord Street. The consultation received 161 online survey responses, 17 written submissions, 198 votes on an interactive map and in-person comments gathered through business visits. Four of the five sites exceeded 70% support (including Lord Street).

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 17 December 2024 Council resolved:

(Moved: Councillors Spencer/Ngai)

A. That Council progresses the necessary approval assessments and negotiation of commercial terms required for development of the site proposals at:

a. 9 Coonanbarra Road, Wahroonga;

b. 2-8 Turramurra Avenue and Gilroy Lane, Turramurra;

c. 1 Reading Avenue, East Killara; and

d. 2 Lord Street, Roseville.

and

B. Subject to assessment and negotiation of commercial terms, that Council approves the development and installation of the proposed chargers for the above sites.

In accordance with the requirements under Section 47 of the Local Government Act, Council is obliged to give 28 day’s public notification of its intention to grant a new licence. This notification was advertised for the licence to Evie Networks at 2 Lord Street, Roseville on Council’s website and by poster located at and near the premises on 3 April 2025.

Where the proposed licence term exceeds five years, and objections have been received, Council must refer the objections to the Minister for Local Government for resolution prior to granting the licence.

Comments

Three (3) submissions to the proposed licence renewal were received. A summary of the objections and the corresponding responses are as below:

SUBMISSION COMMENT	COUNCIL’S RESPONSE
The area around 2 Lord Street represents one of the few opportunities left to create a meaningful and centrally located community space (as proposed in the Roseville Draft Plan in September 2022). The proposed use of this land for vehicle charging above ground, rather than people-oriented space, runs counter to the broader need for civic revitalisation and social cohesion.	As per the Public Domain Plan for Roseville, this land is allocated for redevelopment. Redevelopment of this land is not planned within the licence term. Council will retain the right to early termination in the case of earlier redevelopment.
With the land at 2 Lord Street so close to the heart of the suburb and train station, it would be ideally suited for a revitalised play space that serves local families and encourages intergenerational use.	As per the Public Domain Plan for Roseville, this land is allocated for redevelopment. Redevelopment of this land is not planned within the licence term. Council will retain the right to early termination in the case of earlier redevelopment.
Dedicating this central parcel of land to car-related infrastructure for the next five years would be a missed opportunity to meet the growing demand for social community space.	Granting the licence does not substantially change the existing use of the community land for car parking. Redevelopment of this land is not planned within the licence term. Council will retain the right to early termination in the case of earlier redevelopment.
Currently, most homes in Roseville have off-street parking and the capacity to install their own EV chargers, however with the growing apartment population, EV chargers will be able to be installed in the underground parking under the community space proposed in the Draft Roseville Plan.	As per the Public Domain Plan for Roseville, this land is allocated for redevelopment. Redevelopment of this land is not planned within the licence term. Council will retain the right to early termination in the case of earlier redevelopment. NSW Government notes that most EV owners prefer to charge at home. However, some residents in terraces, apartments and rentals aren't able to do this. Kerbside charge ports are the most convenient and cost-effective charging option for these residents. Council is working to improve equitable access to EV charging facilities so that all residents are supported in the transition to a fully electrified future.
Five years is too long to have this whole area stuck in the past as a result of a five-year licence to one company.	Council will retain the right to early termination in the case of earlier redevelopment.
I would like to ensure that no advertising screens are operational during the night. They can be very intrusive as I live adjacent to the Carpark and light from these screens will enter my bedrooms and living spaces.	The proposed chargers have no advertising screens.
I strongly disagree with making Roseville Car Park smaller - taking 4, or is it 6, or 8 parking spaces for an EV charging station. This car park is often parked out to capacity.	Community consultation undertaken in October 2024, showed a majority of respondents (71%) were in support for allocating the proposed parking bays for public EV charging. No significant changes to the proposal have been made since the consultation. The Evie Networks EV chargers are fast DC chargers which are well matched to the average time a user may park to visit the local retail and community amenities.
There is a charging station already in the Railway Car Park in Hill St. Maybe put another in Roseville Park (off Clanville Road) where there is much more space.	A “long list” of sites was assessed against Council’s suitability criteria which resulted in the Lord Street carpark as a preferred site. Roseville Park does not meet Council’s criteria.

integrated planning and reporting

Outcome 1: Our unique natural environment is protected and enhanced

Community Strategic Plan Strategy

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Action

E2: Support the community to transition to net zero emissions.

E2.1: Our community is effectively informed and engaged in activities that are reducing Ku-ring-gai’s emissions towards Net

Zero.

E2.1.1: Support the community in reaching net zero emissions by 2040 or earlier.

E2.1.2: Identify opportunities to support the uptake of low and zero emission vehicles

within the community.

Governance Matters

In accordance with the requirements under Section 47 of the Local Government Act, Council is obliged to give 28 day’s public notification of its intentions to grant a new lease or licence agreement. This was initiated on 3 April 2025.

If any objections are received during the notification process, Council is obliged under the Act to either uphold the objection or have it considered and addressed. As the proposed term is greater than 5 years, any objections will also have to be referred to the Minister for Local Government for consideration.

The Division of Local Government (DLG) requires Council to specifically consider this matter, which cannot be delegated:

· s. 47(4) of the LG Act which provides that “before granting the licence the council must consider all submissions”; and

· s. 377(1)(s) of the LG Act which prohibits the delegation of “the making of an application, or the giving of a notice, to the Governor or Minister”

Following Council’s consideration of these objections, approval will then be sought from the Minister for Local Government for consideration.

Risk Implication statement

Many risks associated with this licence have been managed through the evaluation process applied by the NSW Government’s Kerbside Charging program of which Evie Networks was a recipient of. Minimum requirements under the program include public liability insurance, capacity to deliver a high up-time service and maintenance.

Additionally, the internal policies and procedures currently in place are effective in managing these risks. Such procedures include community consultation, design and traffic review, environmental assessment, licence negotiations. After considering the adequacy of internal controls, the key risks identified are Within Appetite.

The Minister for Local Government may uphold the objections of the respondents and make a determination on whether the licence should proceed or make amendments to the proposed licence conditions.

Financial Considerations

Evie Networks will pay an annual licence fee to Council for each existing parking bay (6) occupied under the licence.

No substantial changes are expected in operational costs as Evie Networks own and operate the charging infrastructure. Parking enforcement will be required and is expected to continue as per current operations.

Social Considerations

Improved Equity in Transitioning to Low Emissions Transport

Providing public EV charging infrastructure is a key part of Council’s strategy to improve equity for those who cannot access at-home charging in rental, apartment, or terrace living. Public EV charging infrastructure will signal to the community that electrification of transport is realisable, encouraging further adoption of EVs.

Increase in Economic Activity

Locating EV chargers near retail services creates the opportunity for users of the chargers to access those services and provide economic benefits for local businesses. Fast chargers are paired with locations where the expected “dwell time” of a customer matches the charging time.

Social License

The Ku-ring-gai community has continuously showed high levels of engagement with electrification and actions pursuing Net Zero. Council has received lots of feedback that the community is eager to see the expansion of the EV Charging network in Ku-ring-gai. Council is viewed as a leader in the transition to net zero.

Environmental Considerations

These proposals align with Council’s objective for Ku-ring-gai to reach Net Zero Emissions by 2040 or earlier which forms part of Council’s commitment to environmental sustainability more broadly.

The environmental impacts of the development have been assessed through an Exempt Development Assessment (EDA) and were determined to meet the requirements for exempt development.

Community Consultation

Public Notification relating to the proposed licence to Evie Networks was commenced on 3 April 2025 until 2 May 2025 for a period of 30 days. This report is necessary as a result of submissions being received. No further consultation is required for the purposes of this report.

Internal Consultation

An internal staff working group for Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure has been consulted in the preparation of this report. The working group represents departmental stakeholders including Environment & Sustainability, Design, Property, Urban Planning, Traffic, Regulation, Procurement, and Community & Business Engagement, with the purpose of providing guidance on the implementation of Council’s Policy for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure on Public Land.

Summary

In October 20224, community consultation results indicated the majority of respondents (71%) were in support for the proposed Evie Networks EV charging infrastructure at Lord Street.

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 17 December 2024 Council resolved that it progresses the necessary approval assessments and negotiation of commercial terms required for the development of EV charging infrastructure at Lord Street and that, subject to assessment and negotiation of commercial terms, Council approves the development and installation of the proposed chargers for the above sites.

A public notification of the proposed licence was released on 3 April 2025 for a 30-day period. Council received three (3) objection submissions from residents. The objections have been considered by Council staff and it is considered to be in the public interest to proceed with the grant of the licence.

Any objections received must be referred to Council for consideration and referred to the Minister for Local Government for consent to proceed where the term of the licence exceeds five years. The submissions raised concerns relating primarily alternative redevelopment of the site and reduced parking availability.

Recommendation:

That:

A. Council make an application to the Minister for Local Government for consent to proceed with grant the proposed licence as noted within this report.

B. Subject to Ministerial approval, that Council authorises the General Manager or his delegate authority to execute the licence and any documentation to give effect to this resolution.

Emily Jiang

Net Zero Program Officer

Peter Vun

Program Leader – Energy Management and Net Zero Strategy

Jacob Sife

Manager Environment and Sustainability

Andrew Watson

Director Strategy & Environment

Attachments:

A1⇩

Engagement Summary - Public Electric Vehicle Chargers October 2024

2024/380054

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.19 / 1

Item GB.19	S13127

Submission to the NSW Net Zero Commission Consultation

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

purpose of report:	The purpose of this report is to table the submission to the NSW Net Zero Commission public consultation for endorsement by Council.

background:	The NSW Net Zero Commission is seeking community input to inform its work acting an independent statutory body established under the Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Act 2023 (the Act). The commission’s role includes: · monitor, review and provide advice and recommendations on progress towards NSW’s emissions reduction targets and adaptation objective; monitor and review action currently being taken in NSW to address climate change. This includes the environmental, social and economic impacts as well as action related to the NSW Government’s strategies, policies and programs; · identify and recommend action that should be taken by the NSW Government to address climate change; and · educate and inform the NSW Government, business, organisations and individuals to promote action to address climate change.

comments:	A submission that supports Council’s Climate Change Policy objectives was drafted and submitted to the Net Zero Commission, subject to endorsement by Council.

recommendation: (Refer to the full Recommendation at the end of this report)	The submission to the NSW Net Zero Commission public consultation be endorsed by Council.

Purpose of Report

The purpose of this report is to table the submission to the NSW Net Zero Commission public consultation for endorsement by Council.

Background

Australia is a signatory to the 1.5^OC (Net Zero) objectives of the Paris Agreement and Ku-ring-gai Council’s Climate Change Policy also commits Council to these objectives. However, Australia’s national emissions trajectory and policy settings are currently aligned with 3^OC of global heating.

As the carbon budget for 1.5^OC of global heating is close to exhausted, and only 5 years remain in this critical decade, there is an urgent need for national and state Net Zero policy to be firmly aligned with credible 1.5^OC pathways.

The NSW Net Zero Commission is seeking community input to inform its work acting an independent statutory body established under the Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Act 2023 (the Act). The commission’s role includes:

· monitor, review and provide advice and recommendations on progress towards NSW’s emissions reduction targets and adaptation objective;

· educate and inform the NSW Government, business, organisations and individuals to promote action to address climate change.

A submission that supports Council’s Climate Change Policy objectives was drafted (Attachment 1) and submitted to the Net Zero Commission, subject to endorsement by Council.

Comments

This report includes references to the following papers and reports.

Insurance Council of Australia (2024). Insurance Catastrophe Resilience Report. https://insurancecouncil.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/21100_ICA_Catastrophe-Report_Print-2024_Final-spreads.pdf

integrated planning and reporting

Outcome 1: Our unique natural environment is protected and enhanced

Community Strategic Plan Strategy

Delivery Program

Term Achievement

Operational Plan

Action

E2: Support the community to transition to net zero emissions.

E2.1: Our community is effectively informed and engaged in activities that are reducing Ku-ring-gai’s emissions towards Net

Zero.

E2.1.1: Support the community in reaching net zero emissions by 2040 or earlier.

E2.1.2: Identify opportunities to support the uptake of low and zero emission vehicles

within the community.

Governance Matters

There are crucial policy levers for climate mitigation and resilience, that Council does not control, and which can only be leveraged through policy, legislation and regulation at national and state levels. As climate change continues to impact current and future generations of Ku-ring-gai residents, it is imperative that the NSW Government responds with policy measures that will ensure the state emissions target is met.

Risk Implication statement

Regarding the recommendations in this report, there are risk implications around the urgency and escalating consequences, that are outlined in the section on Social and Environmental Considerations, below.

Financial Considerations

Social AND Environmental Considerations

Communities across Ku-ring-gai are experiencing the impacts of Climate change now. With extensive urban bushland throughout the LGA, many households are vulnerable to bushfire and damage from storms. Every fire and storm season the threat to households is escalating and the Climate Council estimates 25% of Ku-ring-gai homes will end up at a high or moderate risk from climate driven hazards, based on existing climate action commitments, globally. The NSW climate modelling project (NARCLIM) anticipates that severe weather fire days would double under its high emissions scenario, while the Sydney metropolitan area would see the number of days in the year above 35^OC, increase by 20 days.

This increasing risk of heat stress affects vulnerable community members who may be living in older homes that are poorly insulated and where financial barriers make installing air conditioning difficult.

For households, these impacts compound when taking into account the consequences of a) rising insurance costs, and b) higher energy costs in older, energy inefficient and thermally inefficient housing.

Extreme weather events in the past 10 years have already inflicted huge social, environmental and economic losses for communities around Australia. Including losses from 2019-20 Black Summer Fires and the back-to-back floods in NSW between 2020-2025. Over three decades, extreme weather insurance costs as a portion of GDP have already tripled from 0.25% to 0.75% of GDP (Insurance Council of Australia 2024) – $2.1B to $4.5B in absolute terms.

Community and internal Consultation

Council’s Climate Change Policy was adopted following community and internal consultation and the recommendations stem directly from the key principles and objectives of the Policy. The Policy states that the Paris Agreement underpins Council’s emissions objectives and requires Council to pursue the following:

Key principles from Council’s Climate Change Policy

· Council will adopt an evidence-based approach in responding to climate change, regularly reviewing plans, strategies, and benchmarks to ensure they remain consistent with the most recent knowledge and best available science.

· Council recognises effective mitigation of climate change requires action by all levels of government and by all sectors of the community.

· Council will work with all levels of government to seek local, state and national climate mitigation and climate adaptation solutions that are informed by the current knowledge and best available science.

Key Objectives from Council’s Climate Change Policy

· To support the community in the goal of reaching net zero GHG emissions by 2040. Through the delivery of programs and initiatives that further community GHG emission reductions efforts.

Summary

The NSW Net Zero Commission is seeking community input to inform its work as an advisor to the NSW Government on progress towards and actions to achieve NSW emissions reduction targets and adaptation objectives.

Ku-ring-gai Council’s Climate Change Policy has committed Council to the objectives of the Paris Agreement to which Australia is a signatory. The comments and feedback submitted to the commission’s consultation phase are aligned with Council’s Climate Change Policy, the climate science and emissions pathways that are consistent with the science. Ensuring the achievement of state targets through appropriate policy, is crucial to the state’s role of limiting emissions to a level that avoids catastrophic climate impacts.

Recommendation:

The submission to the NSW Net Zero Commission public consultation (Attachment A1) be endorsed by Council.

Peter Vun

Program Leader – Energy Management and Net Zero Strategy

Jacob Sife

Manager Environment and Sustainability

Andrew Watson

Director Strategy & Environment

Attachments:

A1⇩

Council Submission - Net Zero Commission Consultation - July 2025

2025/224027

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.1 / 1

Item GB.1	S04141

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.2 / 1

Item GB.2	S02696

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.3 / 1

Item GB.3	S11192-1

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.10 / 1

Item GB.10	FY00701/1
	1 August 2025

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 19 August 2025	GB.11 / 1

Item GB.11	S14000/2

Attachments:	A1⇩	Code of Conduct		2025/192623
	A2 ⇩	Administration of the Code of Conduct		2025/192620