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Sportsground Status

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Waste

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Planning & Development

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Parks & Playgrounds

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Rates & Payments

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Parking & Permits

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Latest News

Double Demerit Points This Easter Long Weekend

Published on 01 April 2026

With long weekend travel and school holidays increasing traffic on the roads, drivers are urged to take extra care.

Galuwa Recreation Centre Public Art

Published on 30 March 2026

Art, sport and community climb to new heights at Galuwa Recreation Centre.

Bus route changes - Ronald Avenue & Dorritt Street - Sydney Water work

Published on 26 March 2026

Temporary bus stop closures and route diversions for Ronald Avenue, Greenwich and Dorritt Street, Lane Cove roadworks in April 2026 by Sydney Water. Check affected routes, dates and diversion maps.

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What’s On

Wild about Lane Cove Photo Challenge

09 April 2026

Take photos from a Lane Cove nature space and go into the draw to win great prizes!

Mission: Egg Possible

09 April 2026

Splat! Engineer a protective design and save an egg’s fall from a height. Grab your friends and take on this science challenge.

Harbourcare Kayak x Clean Up Australia Day

10 April 2026

Join us for a paddle to clean up our local waterways

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Hot Topics and Major Projects

Housing Reforms

NSW Government's Low to Mid Rise proposal to fast-track residential development

Food Waste Service

Council is rolling out a new food waste service, starting with stand-alone houses, in March 2026

Data Centre proposed for 12 Mars Road Lane Cove

A Data Centre is a building that houses computer systems, telecommunications, & storage

NSW Cost Shifting: What it Means for Lane Cove

The hidden costs passed to local communities

Have Your Say

Relocation of Pedestrian Crossing – Longueville Road, Lane Cove

Open Consultation

Council proposes relocating the Longueville Road crossing near St Michael’s School to increase pick-up space and improve traffic flow while maintaining safe access.

Council is developing a Climate Emergency Plan to guide its responses to this issue over the next 4 years and is seeking input from our community regarding what they see as the key concerns, opportunities for action, and options for Council to explore.

Draft Rental Assistance & Leasing of Council Property Policy