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""   Swim & Go measures
01 May 2020 | Council News

Given the responsible conduct of swimmers and surf craft users over the past few days, water access is likely to be available for periods over the weekend.


""   Waverley Council signs historic climate change declaration
30 Apr 2020 | Media Release

Media release: Waverley Council has signed the Safe Climate Declaration to actively reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and further prepare for the impacts of climate change.


""   A message from the Mayor
28 Apr 2020 | Council News

I would like to congratulate the Waverley community for embracing our strict ‘Swim & Go’ and ‘Surf & Go’ measures at our beaches.


""   A message from the Mayor about our beaches
27 Apr 2020 | Council News

As Waverley Council prepares to provide access to the water at our beaches from tomorrow for the sole purpose of exercising, Mayor Paula Masselos reminds the community about our strict 'Swim & Go' and 'Surf & Go' measures.


" "   Waverley Council partners with the Bondi & Districts Chamber of Commerce to launch Keep It Local campaign
24 Apr 2020 | Council News

As part of Waverley Council’s $1 million per month business relief package aimed at supporting small businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic, Council has partnered with the Bondi & Districts Chamber of Commerce to launch a Keep It Local initiative, aimed at rallying the community behind our beloved small businesses.


""   Sculpture by the Sea to remain in Bondi
24 Apr 2020 | Media Release

Media release: Waverley Council is pleased to announce that Sculpture by Sea has signed a license agreement with the Council to remain in Bondi.


""   Waverley Council announces ‘Swim & Go’ and ‘Surf & Go’ measures at Bondi and Bronte beaches
22 Apr 2020 | Media Release

Media release: Following discussions on Monday 20 April with the Minister for Health and Medical Research, Brad Hazzard, the Mayor of Waverley, Paula Masselos, today announced strict new ‘Swim & Go’ and ‘Surf & Go’ measures at Bondi and Bronte beaches and ‘Surf & Go’ at Tamarama Beach.


""   Message from the Mayor
18 Apr 2020 | Council News

It has been reported that Council is working on a proposal to reopen its beaches. I strongly reiterate that this is not the case.


""   A message from the Mayor
14 Apr 2020 | Council News

I’d like to thank everyone who stayed at home over the long weekend and maintained social distancing when exercising in our public places.


" "   Explore Waverley
09 Apr 2020 | Council News

News item: With many of us keen to stay physically and mentally fit right now, outdoor exercising can also be a great opportunity to explore other parts of Waverley if you cannot exercise at home. Escape the well-trodden paths and discover new jogging and walking routes on your daily workout. Here we've listed our top 5 favourite gems in Waverley to get you started!


""   A message from the Mayor
09 Apr 2020 | Council News

On behalf of everyone at Waverley Council, I would like to wish our community a safe and happy Easter and Passover. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we’ll be spending these holidays, so it’s important that we continue to maintain our community connections during these challenging times.


""   Development application assessment during COVID-19
09 Apr 2020 | Council News

News item: It is business as usual for the Waverley Council DA team who is continuing to assess and determine applications during the pandemic.


""   South Bronte Amenities and Community Centre works
09 Apr 2020 | Media Release

Media release: The building will be closed for three weeks while works are carried out.


""   COVID-19 and the environment
07 Apr 2020 | Council News

News item: a drastic reduction in litter in our parks and beaches and fewer cars on the road are just some of the unintended effects of COVID-19 restrictions in Waverley.


" "   Top things to do this long weekend
08 Apr 2020 | Council News

News item: Whether you’re at home with the family or you’re a lone rider, here’s our list of the top free things do this long weekend.


" "   New trees planted in Waverley Park
07 Apr 2020 | Council News

Seven new trees have been planted in Waverley Park to help provide habitat for native species and protect Council's Water Harvesting infrastructure under the sports field.


""   St Vincent's Hospital to open a drive-through COVID-19 testing clinic at Bondi Beach
05 Apr 2020 | Council News

News item: The clinic in Park Drive North, Bondi Beach car park is expected to open tomorrow.


""   Message from the Mayor COVID-19 update
02 Apr 2020 | Council News

I would like to start by thanking the Waverley community for their acts of kindness during these unprecedented times and their overall civil and compliant behaviour.


""   Pop-Up COVID-19 clinic to open at Bondi Pavilion
01 Apr 2020 | Council News

News item: The St Vincent’s Hospital-run clinic will be open from 9am to 5pm seven days a week for those who meet the testing criteria.


""   Keeping our Library clients connected during COVID-19
31 Mar 2020 | Council News

News item: Waverley Library staff are continuing to provide welfare checks on registered clients of our Home Library Service to ensure they remain connected during this difficult time.


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