News and announcements

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Plan to save Leichhardt Oval submitted to State and Federal Governments

Inner West Council has written to the State and Federal Governments seeking a joint funding partnership to save one of the State’s most loved and best used community sporting venues based on the newly ...

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Leichhardt Oval opened as a public park

Inner West Council has opened up the iconic Leichhardt Oval to public access as a park. Residents are now able to enjoy a picnic and a play on the Wayne Pearce Hill, Monday to Friday from sun-up to su ...

Transurban missing in action

Inner West Mayor, Darcy Byrne has today called on Transurban to end their deafening silence on the traffic fiasco at the Rozelle Interchange and start contributing to solutions.

Prime Minister to open Australia’s first purpose-built dementia park

Inner West Council is thrilled the Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, will officially open Lewis Herman Reserve – Australia’s first purpose-built dementia park – on Monday 4 December.

Celebrating International Day of People with Disability

Over the weekend, we commenced two weeks of celebrations in the Inner West to mark International Day of People with Disability!

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Rozelle Interchange public meeting called

Inner West Mayor Darcy Byrne has today convened a public meeting to address the traffic chaos caused by the opening of the Rozelle Interchange.

Inner West Council cements the future of Gladstone Park Bowling Club

Inner West Council and Gladstone Park Bowling Club are proud to announce they have agreed terms for a new 20 year lease, ensuring the future of the much-loved community club.

Inner West Council supports ceasefire in Gaza

At this week’s meeting, Inner West Council resolved support for a ceasefire in Gaza as well as a range of measures to provide practical support to communities in the Inner West affected by the horrend ...

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Find out when your verge will be mowed

We are excited to announce our new verge mowing service date tool.

Inner West Council to rename street in Ashfield, Quong Tart Plaza

As part of the Inner West’s commitment to honouring the contribution our immigrant communities have made to creating our diverse and vibrant villages, Inner West Council is proposing to rename Hercule ...

Famous music educator Richard Gill's legacy lives on in the Inner West's Stanmore Music Festival

Inner West Council is thrilled to announce this year’s Stanmore Music Festival this weekend.

Inner West Council wins prestigious 2023 Bluett Award

Inner West Council is thrilled to announce that it has won the highly prestigious A.R. Bluett Memorial Award for outstanding achievement in local government.

Notice of site-specific amendment to the Leichhardt DCP 2013

Council has adopted a site-specific amendment to the Leichhardt Development Control Plan 2013 for 122-130 Pyrmont Bridge Road and 206 Parramatta Road, Annandale.

White Bay Power Station becomes new home of the 2024 Sydney Biennale

Inner West Council welcomes the announcement that the new home of the 2024 Sydney Biennale will be the White Bay Power Station precinct.

Inner West aims to lead on disability employment

In a local government first, Inner West Council has committed $100,000 to map out opportunities for disability employment throughout the whole organisation.

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EDGE Inner West 2024

In 2024, EDGE Inner West will be presented in partnership with the Biennale of Sydney across three weekends in April.

Built Environment Awards Announced

Inner West Council has announced the winners of the 2023 Built Environment Awards. This year's theme was “Sharing stories of our built environment”.

Reusable sanitary product rebates for Inner West residents

Make eco-friendly choices and save money with 50% rebates on cloth nappies and reusable sanitary products.

Public notice: Financial Statements 2022-23

In accordance with Section 418 (3) of the Local Government Act 1993 (NSW), Inner West Council advises that the Extraordinary Council Meeting to be held on Tuesday 13 December 2022 will include the pre ...

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Reach beyond: Seniors Festival 2024 announced!

Save the date! Get ready to celebrate and ‘Reach Beyond’ when Seniors Festival returns March 11-24, 2024.

Sydney’s biggest and best Marrickville Music Festival launches this weekend

Marrickville Music Festival is back and bigger than ever!

EOI for Regular hire of indoor venues 2024

Our annual Expressions of Interest (EOI) for regular hire of indoor venues (covering January-December 2023) is now open.

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Inner West food recycling starts today

The expansion of food recycling to all free-standing homes in the Inner West launches today with a range of support being offered to residents to transition to the new service.

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Inclusion Festival 2023: EOI for performers now open!

We are calling for established local bands, musicians and community performers with disability be part of Inclusion Festival 2023!

Go Heaps Mad this October for Mental Health Month

Local creatives, get your act together to celebrate Mental Health Month 2023.

Inner West food recycling to begin with support for residents

The expansion of food recycling to all free-standing homes in the Inner West will commence on Monday 9 October with a range of support being offered to residents to transition to the new service.

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Don’t run the risk: walk, cycle and cross the light rail with care

Do your bit for a safer trip these school holidays.

Inner West Council elects its youngest Deputy Mayor

At last night’s Inner West Mayoral election, Councillor Chloe Smith was elected Deputy Mayor.

Tunnel vision for GreenWay corridor as construction begins

Inner West residents will soon be able to walk or cycle between the Cooks River and the Bay Run.

Dementia Action Awareness Week

Learn more about dementia and participate in free community events during Dementia Action Awareness Week.

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Be prepared for any emergency: Download the Get Prepared app

During Emergency Ready Week, Council is urging all residents to plan ahead by downloading the free Get Prepared app.

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Community-Driven ‘Customer Service on Wheels’

In a ‘Sydney-first’ move Inner West Council has launched a new mobile customer service team, bringing customer service direct to the community.

Food Recycling is Coming to Every Inner West Home

A new food recycling service is about to be rolled out to every Inner West home in a reform that will massively reduce carbon emissions and save ratepayers millions of dollars in landfill fees.

Sydney’s leading cross-cultural music festival launches this weekend

Kicking off with a community horn and drums parade led by the Ghanaian Drumming Ensemble and the Ottoman Marching Band, the streets of Ashfield will be alive this Friday from 6pm.

$5 million GreenWay Bay Run and Lighting Upgrade perfect spring start

Inner West Council is excited to officially open the Bay Run Pathway and Lighting Upgrade tomorrow, Saturday 9 September.

New $7.5M Inner West Main Streets Revitalisation Program open

Inner West Council has opened applications for a new $7.5 M Main Streets Revitalisation Fund.

Inner West Pride Centre sod-turning

Inner West Council is thrilled to announce that work began today on our new Inner West Pride Centre.

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Inner West Sydney all in for Yes

Inner West Council has today launched its grassroots campaign to support Yes at the soon-to-be announced referendum on the Voice to Parliament.

Leichhardt Oval proposed as women’s sports hub

On the back of the women’s World Cup, Inner West Council is proposing Leichhardt Oval as a permanent hub for women’s sport.

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Sydney Fringe lights up the inner west

Explore an incredible program of music, comedy, theatre performance and more, when Sydney Fringe Festival returns this September.

Collaboration to deliver for community at Rozelle Parklands

The Minns Labor Government will work with Inner West Council and Transport for NSW (Transport) to undertake a new Masterplan for Rozelle Parklands.

Inner West Council identifies potential sites for affordable housing

Following an audit of land owned by the Inner West Council, 10 sites so far have been identified as opportunities for developing affordable housing on Council land.

Inner West Council offers more flexibility

Inner West Council responds to community requests for more accessible and flexible services, enhancing customer service with a Mobile Outreach Team and an expanded stall schedule.

Uncover an eclectic world of creative spaces in the Inner West, when EDGE Creative Trails Midjuburi returns this weekend

Inner West Council proudly launches our 2023 EDGE Creative Trails Midjuburi event this weekend.

Victoria Road rip off of Rozelle community

Despite years of promises from the former NSW Government that Victoria Road would be transformed for the better at the completion of WestConnex Stage 3, it has now been revealed that there was not a s ...

Yeo Park safety fencing works

Urgent fencing works are being commissioned by the School Infrastructure NSW around the perimeter of the Yeo Park Infants School.

Sydney Underground Film Festival at the Factory Theatre

Supporting arts and culture in the Inner West

Council proudly supports local creatives through our Arts and Music Recovery Plan 2023 and Creative Inner West: Cultural Strategy 2022-2025.

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Leichhardt Park's Skate Park opens

Much-anticipated skate park finally opens in the Inner West after years of Council and community advocacy.

Iconic Henson Park festival set to draw more than 10,000 fans

Inner West Council is excited to support the ever-popular Beer Footy Food Festival at Henson Park on Saturday 22 July.

Applications open for Perfect Match street art program

Inner West Council is thrilled to open a fresh round of applications for the hugely popular Perfect Match street art program.

New streamlined process to apply for food vendor licences

Starting from 1 July, food vendors can apply for a single licence to trade at all Inner West markets and events through our user-friendly portal.

Inner West supports NAIDOC Week Elders Lunch

Inner West Council is excited to support National NAIDOC Week and this year’s theme For Our Elders during the week-long celebration.

Three parks open after extensive upgrades

Much-loved parks in the Inner West open to the community after extensive upgrades

Newtown Jets to host inaugural Welcome Day celebration

Inner West Council is excited to support the inaugural Welcome Day 2023 at Henson Park on Saturday 24 June.

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Leichhardt Oval upgrade plan ready for public input

Sydney’s most iconic suburban ground is one step closer to the renovation it so desperately needs with a preliminary plan for the upgrading of Leichhardt Oval ready for public engagement and input.

Ireland and the Inner West come together for Matildas’ first game

The Consul General of the Republic of Ireland, Rosie Keane and Inner West Mayor, Darcy Byrne have agreed to partner in a major public screening of the Matildas first game of the World Cup against the ...

Inner West Arts and Music Recovery Plan boosts creative sector

Inner West Council is rolling out a raft of initiatives to invigorate the local arts and live music scene.

A Perfect Match - Inner West and Marrickville Metro celebrate two-year anniversary

Inner West Council is thrilled to showcase nearly 40 amazing artworks this weekend at Marrickville Metro as part of celebrations marking the two-year anniversary.

Reconciliation Golf Day a chance to yarn and connect

Inner West Council is thrilled to support the Reconciliation Golf Tournament hosted by Marrickville Golf, Sporting and Community Club on Friday 2 June as part of Reconciliation Week

Bundjalung Elder Boe Rambaldini honoured at Community Awards

Health advocate Boe Rambaldini has been named Inner West Council Adult Citizen of the Year at a community celebration held at Marrickville Town Hall.

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Food Recycling coming to every house in the Inner West

Following the previous delivery of a food recycling program to apartments throughout the Inner West, a full food and garden waste recycling program will be rolled out to every Inner West household in ...

A space for everyone at Inner West festivals

Inner West Council has completed a successful pilot program providing dedicated Sensory Spaces to ensure everyone can enjoy our festivals.

Be a voice for reconciliation in our everyday lives

Inner West Council will reflect this year’s Reconciliation Week theme ‘Be a Voice for Generations’ through a range of talks, workshops and events.

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Special vibrations at EDGE GreenWay

Inner West Council is excited to invite everyone to discover arts and culture within our vibrant green corridor throughout EDGE GreenWay 2023.

Supporting the rights of trans people to self-identify their legal gender

Inner West Council has welcomed a petition calling for law reform.

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Inner West Young Creatives Awards 2023

The search is now on for this year’s young artists.

EDGE GreenWay 2023

Discover creativity within the nooks of nature, as artists take over the GreenWay with exciting art installations and workshops.

Live music call-out for Inner West creative community

Like to put on a show in your neighbourhood? Inner West Council is calling for local communities and creatives to apply for up to $20,000 in funding to deliver live music events.

Statement regarding Great Club ANZAC Day event

Inner West Council would like to clarify the situation regarding the Great Club in Marrickville’s planned ANZAC Day event.

Inner West Youth Week bonanza begins in Easter holidays

Young people in the Inner West can enjoy Youth Week activities for an entire month!

Live Music boost for Inner West creatives and organisations

Inner west creatives now have a remarkable opportunity to curate and organise live music under the Inner West Live Music Activations program.

Inner West Council to offer a free new Women in Business Marketing Makeover Program

The Marketing Makeover program is a series of workshops specifically designed to help women in business review, reinvigorate and reprioritise their marketing with a strong strategic approach.

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Miranda Otto to open inaugural Inner West Film Fest

Critically acclaimed actress Miranda Otto, an Inner West local, will launch the inaugural Inner West Film Fest this Friday 31 March on the banks of the Cooks River at Marrickville Golf Course.

Ellen hooks extraordinary talent for Jazz in the Park

Multi award-winning jazz artist Ellen Kirkwood laughs when asked how often her band EK and the Extraordinaires has played together ahead of their Jazz in the Park performance on Saturday April 29.

Perfect Match double delight for Inner West

Inner West Council is excited to celebrate the official opening of two amazing Perfect Match Street Art works this weekend.

Enmore Road to become permanent live entertainment precinct

The inner west’s iconic Enmore Road is on the verge of becoming Sydney’s live entertainment epicentre.

Call it what it is - No Harmony in Racism & Discrimination

Inner West Council will tomorrow host a powerful line-up of performances at Marrickville Library Pavilion to recognise International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD).

Ulterior Noises motivate young Inner West creatives

In a busy digital world, Billy Burke loves the idea of young people in the Inner West exploring the real world for objects that make interesting noises.

Once Upon a Time at the Inner West Film Fest

Inner West will play host to a dazzling array of local and international films, special events and filmmaker talks when the Inner West Film Fest rolls out for the very first time this month.

Community Awards nominations now open to wider Inner West community

Permanent residents doing fantastic work in the Inner West can now be nominated for Citizen of the Year awards under welcome changes to the selection criteria.

Faith leaders to come together for Voice to Parliament

Faith leaders from across the Inner West will come together tomorrow to discuss what role they can play in the upcoming referendum.

Shape your Inner West community by joining a Local Democracy Group

Local Democracy Groups have played a key role in Inner West Council decision-making ever since they first began making their voices heard in 2018.

Statement on the Great Club, Marrickville

9 March 2023: The Inner West is working actively to resolve the issues between the Great Club and its neighbours.

Famous Portuguese tarts set for sweet return at Petersham Festival

Sweet Belem owner Jose Silva would like to assure everyone there will be enough Portuguese tarts to go around at Bairro Portuguese – Petersham Festival!

Women Leaders in Community Sport Program builds confidence

Inner West is celebrating International Women’s Day with a suite of programs and by working towards real change on gender equity, every day of the year, not just on 8 March.

Statement on ICAC Operation Hector

Inner West Council is aware of the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) Operation Hector Public Inquiry regarding officers from Transport for NSW, employees of Downer EDI Works Pty Ltd ...

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Bairro Português is back in Petersham!

The annual celebration of Portuguese music, food and culture returns to Petersham for a huge 21st birthday edition on Sunday 19 March at 11am.

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Callan Park Tidal Pool getting closer

After an exhaustive testing process, Inner West Council's application for a new tidal pool at Callan Park is progressing.

Prime Minister to address Voice to Parliament BBQ

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will address the Inner West Council's BBQ for the Voice to Parliament at 2.00PM this Saturday February 18 at Petersham Park.

Inner West granted extended trading for WorldPride and Mardi Gras

Inner West Council has successfully applied to the State Government for extended trading hours at more than forty Inner West pubs and clubs for Mardi Gras and WorldPride.

Petersham Bowlo partners with Inner West on Voice to Parliament BBQ

Petersham Bowling Club has come on board as a Partner in the Inner West Council's BBQ for the Voice to Parliament to be held this Saturday February 18 at Petersham Park.

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Giant Swampland Taking Shape - Perfect Match Street Art

More than two years after getting the go-ahead artist Helen Proctor is finally putting paint down on her massive artwork ‘Through the Trees’.

Prime Minister to Open Pride Square

Inner West Council is thrilled Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will officially open Pride Square in Newtown tomorrow, Saturday11 February.

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Newtown Pride Square Launch

Inner West Council is thrilled to officially open Pride Square in Newtown on Saturday 11 February, from 11am.

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Inner West BBQ for the Voice to Parliament

Inner West Council is inviting our whole local community to a BBQ to learn more about the upcoming referendum on constitutional recognition of Indigenous people and the Voice to Parliament.

Inner West launches new drive to improve renters’ rights

Inner West Council has today launched a campaign for broad improvements to NSW tenancy laws in advance of the NSW election in March.

Keep our kids safe – they're counting on you

With students returning to school please be mindful of road safety around schools. School zones will be in operation from Friday 27 January until the end of term.

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Inner West leads the way in educating about the Voice to Parliament

While the forces opposed to a Voice to Parliament are attempting to muddy the waters with claims of a lack of information, the Inner West Council has been training 1000 local citizens to go out into t ...

Pride Inner West Program Launch

The inner west is ready to celebrate its rich history of LGBTQ communities with today’s full program launch of Pride Inner West – a joyous three-weeks of events and activations.

Inner West set to Celebrate Together at Seniors Festival

Inner West Council is encouraging residents to embrace the theme of next month’s Seniors Festival ‘Celebrate Together’ and explore a jam-packed program of activities running from Wednesday 1 February ...