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25.01.2022 Join us and Make a Stand to end violence and abuse! Take a selfie with your mobile device, apply this filter by clicking the "Try it" button below and share your photo on Facebook. Remember to tag the City of Ryde and include the hashtag #MakeAStand.

24.01.2022 CHIPPING AND MULCHING SERVICE Did you know Council offers a free chipping and mulching service to City of Ryde residents? We will come to you to chip and bag your pruned branches to use as mulch in your garden.... Call our Customer Service Team on 9952 8222 to make a booking. Find out more > http://bit.ly/2nk504w

24.01.2022 SPOTLIGHT ON OUR TREES TEAM Trees play an important role in making our City greener and offer benefits such as improving air quality, reducing runoff and providing relief from the heat. We sat down with Shine Karlsson, Tree Management Technical Support Officer, to talk about her work in the Trees team at City of Ryde.... Read on > https://bit.ly/3lIiWls

24.01.2022 SPRING GARDEN COMPETITION WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENT Join us for the announcement of this year’s Spring Garden Competition winners this Saturday 14 November at 2pm here on the City of Ryde Facebook page. From food gardens to native and habitat-friendly gardens, you’ll see a showcase of the amazing gardens that been loved and cared for by the winners.... Get a reminder > 2020 Spring Garden Competition Winners Announcement

22.01.2022 The City of Ryde Mayor Clr Jerome Laxale and Clr Bernard Purcell joined with Roopa Mahesh and the indian community to bring you a special message in celebration of Diwali.

21.01.2022 NOMINATIONS CLOSING SOON FOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS NOMINATE NOW > http://bit.ly/2P9MhVR Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their exceptional accomplishments? Hurry and nominate them for City of Ryde’s Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year Awards before nominations close on 29 November.... Citizen of the Year recognises outstanding service to the community over an extended period of time. Young Citizen of the Year recognises outstanding service to the community over an extended period by a young person between the ages of 12 to 25. The awards are open to all Australian citizens living in the City of Ryde.

20.01.2022 Waste Wise Ryde - Towards Zero Waste Project We're looking for 30 households in the City of Ryde that are keen to improve their waste and recycling habits to participate in a 3-month trial from March to May 2021. Participants will be provided with resources and support to help them on their journey towards zero waste. These include:... A toolkit with waste and recycling information Reusable items to replace single-use items Either a compost bin, a worm farm or a Bokashi bin to reduce food waste A booklet to record and assess waste generated throughout the trial. Participants will be asked to record and assess their weekly waste during the trial, and also to evaluate and report back on their progress at the end of the 3-month trial. Submit your expression of interest before it closes on 5pm, Friday 29 January 2021. Apply now > http://bit.ly/2Kgxdb7

19.01.2022 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR COMMUNITY GRANTS Do you have a great idea that will benefit people in the City of Ryde? Submit an application for Round One of the 2021 City of Ryde Community Grants. This round includes updated categories and funding amounts as listed in the new Community Grant Guidelines.... Seven grant categories are available: Community Wellbeing Events Arts and Creativity Community Facilities and Equipment Sport and Recreation Venue Hire Small Grant Applications will close on Friday 12 February. Find out more by attending a free info session on Friday 29 January and Monday 1 February, or attending a grant writing workshop on Wednesday 3 February. Find out more > https://bit.ly/3f24UYN

19.01.2022 SPORTSGROUND STATUS Check out the full City of Ryde sportsground status for weekend sport here > http://bit.ly/2pajvIJ

18.01.2022 WHAT’S ON THIS LUNAR NEW YEAR This year, we’ll be celebrating the Lunar New Year (LNY) a bit differently because of COVID-19. We’ve teamed up with local businesses in the Eastwood Town Centre to bring you specials during the LNY period (12 to 26 February 2021) that you can enjoy with friends and family. Starting from 12 February, you’ll also be able to enter a competition to win a $100 gift card, from a pool of $40,000 in gift cards, to spend in businesses that join the Lov...e Eastwood Gift Card program. Join us for some digital or in-person events such as our outdoor cinema, an exhibition, night markets or a classical Chinese poetry appreciation and poems reading. See LNY specials and events > http://bit.ly/LNYRyde

16.01.2022 Ryde Wharf Market will be open this Sunday 10 January from 8am to 2pm. We have put the following additional safety measures in place. Please adhere to social distancing while at the markets and do not attend if you are feeling unwell. All stallholders and staff will be wearing face masks... Patrons will be encouraged to face wear masks upon entry All patrons will need to check in using the Service NSW QR code The 4 sqm rule will be adhered to onsite and will be managed by market operators Patrons will need to consume food out of the market area Additional COVID-19 Marshals will be roaming the market, to help maintain social distancing There will be queue marks, 1.5m apart, for lining up for the hot food There will be one entrance and directional flow through the market to the exits All stalls will have hand sanitiser available In the case of wet weather, please visit Ryde Wharf Market for updates.

16.01.2022 MENTAL HEALTH TIP: CELEBRATE WHEN THINGS GO WELL Mark your wins, both big and small. Recognising the joy in both small and large achievements can make us feel better and encourage positive changes in our lives.

16.01.2022 Today is Remembrance Day. This morning we held a commemoration to honour our servicemen and woman who died fighting to protect our nation. #LestWeForget

14.01.2022 WIN A $100 GIFT CARD TO SPEND IN EASTWOOD ENTER NOW > http://bit.ly/LoveEastwood To celebrate Lunar New Year, we're giving away $40,000 in gift cards to spend at businesses participating in the Love Eastwood Gift Card Program. ... To enter the competition, simply visit our website, answer a question about the Lunar New Year, complete a short online form, and you'll be in the draw to win a $100 gift card* for your household! Competition closes on Friday 26 February 2021 at 5pm. *Terms and conditions apply. See T&Cs > https://bit.ly/3rIbfP1

13.01.2022 ONLINE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS FIND OUT MORE > https://bit.ly/3ecGx9n Keep your kids busy this school holiday with online resources and activities ranging from craft ideas and science experiments through to curriculum-linked educational online games.

08.01.2022 PEOPLE OF RYDE STORIES Sue Pinckham shares her connection with City of Ryde from her time as a child through to current experience working at Macquarie University. I was working as the Aboriginal Social Planner for the Northern Sydney Social Planner and held Christmas in the Bush (2006) a great event for the Aboriginal community at Putney Park. Black Santa, 130 community people and two staff from Ryde Council.... Read Sue’s story > https://bit.ly/2L8FoY3 We recently teamed up with Macquarie University to put together a collection of stories from the people of Ryde. Read more People of Ryde Stories > https://bit.ly/3dTwyX4

07.01.2022 RYDE WHARF MARKET Head over to Anderson Park tomorrow (14 February) for the Ryde Wharf Market which runs from 8am to 2pm. With over 70 stalls offering goodies from flowers and sweet treats to coffee and bagels, you'll find something special to treat yourself or your loved one this Valentine's Day. COVID-19-safe measures will be in place. You'll need to check in using the SERVICE NSW QR code when arriving. Please adhere to social distancing while at the markets and do not atte...nd if you are feeling unwell. The rain is set to clear tomorrow for the markets. For weather updates, please visit Ryde Wharf Market.

07.01.2022 HOME WASTE & SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY SERVICE APPLY NOW > http://bit.ly/2rLuSci Get practical tips to reduce your home's running costs and environmental impact while improving your home comfort. ... Whether you're an owner or a tenant of a house or apartment, you can apply for our free Home Waste and Sustainability Advisory Service. This service will be conducted remotely, with our qualified assessors now providing tailored advice over phone and email. Applicants will also automatically enter the draw to win $1500 towards sustainable home improvements. Applications will close on 31 January.

06.01.2022 ALL ABILITIES VIRTUAL DISCO REGISTER NOW > http://bit.ly/2KoDkcF Dress up and move to the beat at the virtual EVERYbody Dance Now Disco, an all abilities disco to be held on Saturday 28 November at 5pm.... This free event is part of Social Inclusion Week, a week dedicated to promoting the benefits of social inclusion and how we can all work together to create conditions that allows everyone to have equal opportunities.

05.01.2022 MAKE BUBBLE ART BOOK NOW > https://bit.ly/3u7q7Zl Learn how to make mesmerising bubble art in a free online workshop that suits all ages and abilities. The workshop will be held on Friday 19 February, 5pm.... You'll learn how to make your own bubble solution at home, and fun and simple bubble tricks. Bubble master Su Chung-Tai will also perform highlights from his renowned bubble show. This workshop is led by award-winning choreographer Shaun Parker and Taiwanese bubble master Su Chung-Tai.

05.01.2022 WASTE WISE NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS Looking for a New Year’s resolution that’s easy to keep and good for the environment? How about switching from single-use plastics to reusables? There are plenty of ways you can cut single-use plastic from your life and we’ve put together some simple and easy-to-do ideas to get you started.... We have toolkits for: Communities Businesses. Find out more > http://bit.ly/34KbCNE

01.01.2022 CITY OF RYDE NET ZERO EMISSION PATHWAY HAVE YOUR SAY > https://bit.ly/3lo4YVY We're seeking feedback to create a Net Zero Emission Pathway for both Council’s own operations and community emissions. Council is developing this Pathway to further its commitment to reduce emissions and climate change impacts, and plan for a sustainable future.... Tell us your thoughts and ideas to ensure we have the right priorities to meet the goal of achieving Net Zero Emissions, for both Council's own operations and community emissions. Submit an online survey before consultation closes on Sunday 29 November 2020.

01.01.2022 BATTLE OF THE BANDS LIVE FINALS Join us for the Australia Day Battle of the Bands Live Finals from 7pm on Tuesday 26 January at Ryde Park in Ryde. You’ll get to hear the top three youth bands from the Battle of the Bands competition battle it out live onstage. ... The winning band will be determined by a judging panel on the night and take home a cash prize of $1000. There’s also $250 to win in the People’s Choice Award. You’ll be able to grab a bite to eat from the featured food vendor on the night whilst supporting upcoming bands. Participate in the Aussie Trivia for your chance to win prizes! To adhere to current NSW guidelines there will be a limited number of free tickets available and the event site will be fenced. Max. capacity is 500. Free tickets are now available. Bookings are essential. Reserve your spot now > https://bit.ly/2MyrcYz

01.01.2022 Join us for a special performance by the ILLUME GIRLS on Thursday 12 November from 7pm in celebration of NAIDOC Week. The ILLUME GIRLS will deliver emotive and soulful music described as "smoky honey" and sing in both Yolngu matha and English. They will give an online performance featuring two 20-minute sets of their original music with a 5-minute intermission in between.