Gail ConnollyGeneral Manager

Ryde Civic Centre, 1 Devlin Street, Ryde NSW 2112 Locked Bag 2069, North Ryde NSW 1670www.ryde.nsw.gov.au

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WEEKLY City News

Amalgamation – what it means for youSupport for our fight to save the City of Ryde from being split in two is gathering momentum.I have written to every resident and ratepayer outlining the Council’s case against this devastating proposal that would see the City of Ryde wiped off the map, the community split and your voice on local matters lost. This drastic proposal (no other local council area is targeted in this way) completely disregards our proud history, unique identity and strong financial performance. It is also at odds with what you, the residents, have told us - that you ‘love living in Ryde’. But, if Ryde is split and absorbed into two mega-councils (of 558,000+ people to the west and 365,000+ to the north), I have absolutely no doubt that rates will significantly increase, services will be cut, customer service levels will drop and your local voice will be drowned out. In other words the ‘local’ will disappear from ‘local government’.We currently have a population of around 105,000 people living in 16 harmonious, co-existing suburbs. You are represented by a group of 12 Councillors who you can speak to directly about local matters. These Councillors are residents, just like you, with understanding and experience only a local can have. We also have a team of dedicated staff whose knowledge about the area and Council procedures enable them to respond quickly and efficiently to the vast majority of enquiries at the first point of contact. Again, that’s what ‘local’ means. Our alternative proposal to the State Government is to explore the formation of a joint ‘regional’ organisation of neighbouring councils. This regional alignment would see the City of Ryde not only retain its identity, voice and history, but partner more closely with neighbouring councils to our north and east in a way that would address the State Government’s criteria of size and strategic capability and demonstrate that both the City of Ryde and the region under this model are sustainable and Fit for the Future.In coming weeks you will be invited to be part of an informed community debate to discuss the positive and negative impacts of such an alignment to ensure that the City of Ryde is in control of its future.If you would like more information on this important matter, please visit Council’s website: www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/fitforthefuture or call our Customer Service Centre on 9952 8222.Sincerely, Clr Bill Pickering - Mayor Phone 9952 8222 or email mayor@ryde.nsw.gov.au

Clr Bill Pickering - Mayor

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Development ApplicAtions deterMiNed

Artists and members of the community are invited to apply for the prize and exhibition

with artworks that respond to themes surrounding women. Be inspired by the

2015 International Women’s Day theme:

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Women’sArt Prize And exhibition 2015

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ENTRiEStotAl Prize

vAlue$3,250

www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/wapartwork featured:

Tianli Zu, Nüwa is Pregnant ii (detail), 2012100% cotton paper, painted with Chinese tea and ink, hand cut.

For more information, please visit City Of Ryde website on www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/volunteers or call us on 9952 8222 or email: volunteers@ryde.nsw.gov.au

Did you know that when you volunteer you: Give a boost to a cause

you believe in Put a lifetime of skills

and experience to good use Give back to society Enhance your health

and wellbeing Who knew that volunteering could do all of this?

Volunteering opportunities now available in the Ryde area include: Meals on Wheels Home Visits Gardening Linen services Recreational activities Shopping assistance Many more fulfilling

activities

Want to keep your mind healthy and active?

Volunteer now!

Central Ward ApprovedLDa2014/034936 Flinders Rd NORTH RYDE New two storey dwelling.LDa2014/0435 7 Booth St MARSFIELD New storage shed.LDa2014/0521 2 Dobson Cr RYDE New pylon sign for Seventh Day Adventist Church.LDa2014/0577 7 Bavin Ave RYDE Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.LDa2014/0591 1 Melville St WEST RYDE Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.LDa2014/0595 46 Melville St RYDE Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.LDa2014/0599 135 Bridge Rd MARSFIELD Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.MoD2014/0223 Coco Cubano, 3005/109-129 Blaxland Rd RYDE Section 96 to correct consent - hours of operation.

east Ward ApprovedLDA2014/0324 16A Charles St RYDE New pool and associated landscaping.LDa2014/0447 1 Storey St PUTNEY New two storey dwelling.LDa2014/0448 379 Victoria Rd GLADESVILLE Work bay conversion to mechanical vehicle repair bay.LDa2014/0463 441 Victoria Rd GLADESVILLE Use of western part of building as a vehicle repair station.LDa2014/0475 1 Storey St PUTNEY New two storey dwelling.LDa2014/0485 2 Hearnshaw St NORTH RYDE Addition of deck and fences.LDa2014/0491 25-27 Epping Rd MACQUARIE PARK Three temporary business identification signs.LDa2014/050434 Lumsdaine Ave EAST RYDE Alterations and additions to dwelling.LDa2014/0506 29 Meriton St GLADESVILLE Alterations and additions to dwelling.LDa2014/0528 5 Suttor Ave RYDE Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.

LDa2014/0585 76 Avon Rd NORTH RYDE Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.LDa2014/0586 10 Byron Ave RYDE Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.LDa2014/0593 10 Irvine Cr RYDE Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.LDa2014/0594 167 Cox’s Rd NORTH RYDE Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.MoD2014/0182 40 Phillip Rd PUTNEY Section 96 for minor increase of first floor level.MoD2014/0211 1 Allengrove Cr NORTH RYDE Section 96 to modify condition 95 - public art.MoD2014/0212 101 Waterview St PUTNEY Section 96 for various external and internal modifications.RefusedLDa2014/0373 330 Morrison Rd PUTNEY New dual occupancy.West Ward ApprovedLDa2014/0432 6 Sheehan St EASTWOOD New double carport & associated landscaping.LDa2014/0442 21 Denistone Rd EASTWOOD New secondary dwelling in rear yard.LDa2014/0524 16-18 First Ave EASTWOOD Strata subdivision of residential flat building into 12 lots.LDa2014/0556Macquarie University 192 Balaclava Rd MACQUARIE PARK Demolition / removal of a telecommunication tower & ancillary structures.LDa2014/0583 4 Colvin Cr DENISTONE EAST Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.LDa2014/06051 Blundell St MARSFIELD Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.LDa2015/0003 29 Moira Ave DENISTONE WEST Strata subdivision of dual occupancy.MoD2014/0200 17 Sybil St EASTWOOD Section 96 to modify levels, windows and layout.MoD2014/0219 1175 Victoria Rd WEST RYDE Section 96 to reduce roof pitch and length of addition.

The following Development applications and Complying Development applications were determined in the period 22/12/2014 to 10/01/2015. Notice is hereby given in accordance with Section 101 of the Environmental Planning and assessment act, 1979 of the determination of the following Development applications.

PUBLIC NOtiCe BOArd

secondhand saturday Garage saleThe next Council Cleanup is for residents living in zone 2 this monday 16 march.Why not hold a garage sale prior to your cleanup and prevent re-usable items going to landfill as well as put cash in your pocket!City of Ryde will advertise your garage sale in the local press and on our website on the Wednesday prior to the event. Simply register 10 business days in advance at www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/secondhandsaturday

This week’s Garage Sale Locations for saturday 14 march from 9.00am:• 88 Balaclava Road, Eastwood• 3 Donnelly Street, Putney