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Woollahra · 4 articles

Council decisions, infrastructure, transport in Woollahra.

28 April 2026

Composting workshop, writer residency and fuel updates

Woollahra Council is keeping an eye on fuel shortages but says no local services are affected yet. On 4 May, there's a free composting workshop at Rose Bay Community Garden covering everything from basics to worm farming, with morning tea included. Writers take note: the Woollahra Libraries Writer in Residence program is still open for applications but closes 3 May.

Read more at Woollahra Council News →

14 April 2026

10,000 homes near Woollahra station. Yes, really.

The state government has Woollahra station in its sights, with plans to build 10,000 new homes in the area as part of its transport-linked housing push. If you've been wondering why your neighbours are suddenly very interested in zoning maps, this is why. Expect this one to dominate the school pickup conversation for a while.

Read more at realestate.com.au →

1 April 2026

The Woollahra Station debate is heating up again

The long-dormant Woollahra Station is back in the conversation, with discussion growing around whether it should be reopened. It's a question that divides locals, especially with the state government pushing for thousands of new homes in the area. More people, more pressure on infrastructure, and a mothballed station sitting right there.

Read more at cityhub.com.au →