Wingecarribee Shire Council is developing a comprehensive Draft Development Control Plan (DCP). The principles and vision outlined in the Robertson Village Place Plan will directly inform its review process, supporting our community's aspirations in future development.

Green Initiatives

• Ongoing efforts to protect and enhance Robertson's distinctive natural areas continue.

• Regular biosecurity risk inspections are in place. Weed control work has been completed surrounding the boundary of the Sequoia Forest and Robertson Nature Park (Missingham Parade, South, Meryla Streets), in Council reserves around Caalang Creek, within multiple drainage reserves and along Jamberoo Mountain Rd, Illawarra Highway, Mount Murray Road and Belmore Falls Road. More weed control works, funded by the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) are expected to take place shortly to combat weeds on roadsides.
  
• Council is actively working with the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) to address invasive weeds and promote the planting of appropriate native species along the Robertson railway corridor.
  
• Council's collaboration with the DCCEEW, Robertson Public School, the Robertson Environment Protection Society (REPS), and Young REPS on environmental education initiatives, including tree propagation and planting, remains strong. The Robertson Environment Community Day in April was a highlight, with 187 rainforest trees and shrubs planted to benefit the Caalang Creek area.

Enhancing Community Spaces

• The Hampden Park Master Plan was adopted by Council in March this year. Investigations into potential funding sources are underway to facilitate its implementation, aiming to improve and activate this important community space.
  
• Detailed design work is being finalised for the proposed extension of the Hoddle Street footpath. Council is investigating funding opportunities to deliver these works and have lodged a grant application.

You asked, we listened!

• Council's Place Liaison Officer will be available at CTC Robertson on the last Thursday of each month (coinciding with the Wingecarribee Mobile Library). The Place Liaison Officer will also be present at Robertson Community Association (RCA) meetings.
  
  
• Robertson has been nominated as a Small Tourism Town finalist for the NSW Top Tourism Town Awards! A testament to its unique character, vibrant community spirit, and local attractions. Winners will be announced later in the month.

• Council recently hosted a Volunteer Expo at Bowral Memorial Hall on Tuesday 20 May 2025. This event, held as part of National Volunteers Week, provided information on volunteering opportunities with various not-for-profit organisations and Council.