Current community consultations

Our current community consultations provide a space for the community to stay informed, follow projects and take the opportunity to engage with Council’s proposed plans to contribute to the future of the Shoalhaven.

For complete project details and how you can get involved:

Plan of Management Review – Crown Lands

Plans of Management are useful tools for managing community land. Plans of
Management set out objectives and performance targets for community land and
promotes active land management and use, including issuing tenures over the
land. Council is currently writing Plans of Management for the Crown Reserves
for which we are Crown Land Managers.

Community Engagement Framework

We want to hear from you about how you wish to engage with Council, provide
feedback and stay informed about projects and initiatives happening in the
Shoalhaven. Your insights will play a crucial role in shaping our Community
Engagement Framework, which supports our Community Engagement Strategy. By
understanding your preferences for communication and feedback, we can build...

Shoalhaven Playground Replacements

Shoalhaven City Council has a playground renewal program to upgrade and replace
playgrounds in the Shoalhaven area.

As playgrounds come up for renewal, Council will seek feedback from the local
community. Community feedback will be used to help guide and inform the design
of each playground and what equipment the community would like included, within
the set budget.

Please...

Proposed Electric Vehicle Charging Station - Berry St Carpark Nowra

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Shoalhaven City Council is proposing to enter into a licence agreement with the NRMA to operate an EV charging station at the car park on Berry Street, Nowra.

The community is invited to provide feedback on the proposal, which includes the installation of four DC fast chargers, including two 180kW ABB Terra DC chargers capable of charging an Electric Vehicle (EV) to 80% in...

Lower Shoalhaven River - Coastal Management Program

This page provides information for the Lower Shoalhaven River Coastal Management
Programs (CMPs). Please visit the Shoalhaven Coastal Management Program
[https://getinvolved.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au/CMP] Get Involved page for
information regarding Council’s broader CMP program.

With 165kms of breathtaking coastline in the Shoalhaven LGA, Council understands
the immense environ...

Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)

Council’s reconciliation journey is one step closer with its inaugural
Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
[https://doc.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au/Displaydoc.aspx?Record=d24/472797]now out for
public exhibition.

The draft RAP sets out our actions and commitments to strengthen relationships,
demonstrate respect and provide opportunities for Council to work more
collaboratively with ...

45 Degree Rule Exemption for tree removal

The 45 Degree Rule Exemption has been in place since 2004 and allows the removal
of trees in urban areas without Council consent, subject to certain criteria.
The proposed trial changes follow a range of feedback provided by the community
and industry through time. The proposal includes refinement of terminology and
some additional criteria.

Lake Conjola - Coastal Management Program (CMP)

This page provides information for the Lake Conjola Coastal Management Program
(CMP). Please visit the Shoalhaven Coastal Management Program page
[https://getinvolved.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au/CMP] for information regarding the
broader program.

Shoalhaven City Council is required by state legislation to prepare a (CMP) for
the estuaries and sections of the Shoalhaven’s 165km co...