Quick reminder: Our next meeting will be Monday 10th November 2025 starting 7pm,
Huskisson Community Centre,
Dent St,
Huskisson.
Know of a local matter that involves the community please let us know , we will do our best to help.
If you have an issue you want to let Council know about you can either call them on 1300 293 111, or email: council@shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au
Also keep an eye on opportunities for feedback and opportunities to participate.
HWCV Annual General Meeting
Our Annual General Meeting was held in conjunction with our last bimonthly meeting on 13 October 2025.
At the AGM it was confirmed our longstanding Secretary, Penny Davidson, will be moving away from the area in the foreseeable future and so not able to continue in the role.
It would be impossible in a few lines here to thank Penny enough for the exceedingly thorough and professional commitment she has brought to the role.
Penny has been an endless source of knowledge and information, a tireless advocate and a highly respected ambassador for the Voice. Her drive and enthusiasm will be greatly missed by all.
Also at the meeting the following were appointed unopposed:
- Secretary: to be a shared position
- President: Jo Warren
- Public Officer: Rachel Marsden
- Treasurer: Rachel Marsden
- General Committee:
- Tony Lim – social media and website
- Tony Rizzuto – communications – email updates
- Alex Paton
SCC Planning Documents and Activity
- Jervis Bay Mussel Farm Update
- The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) has commenced a Blue Mussel Genetics and Spatfall Monitoring Program to address concerns raised by local divers, associations and other interested parties about mussel spatfall in Jervis Bay.The Monitoring Program is a requirement of the approval conditions to modify the mussel farm leases within Jervis Bay. More Information
- Welcome Changes to Proposed Development of 3 Lot Site Incorporating 1 Bowen St, 38 & 40 Sydney St, Huskisson
- Council have advertised amended plans for the project together with their approval noting the developer has removed the inclusion of a roof top terrace bar and brought the development under the existing height limit.The amended plans are available on Council’s DA Tracker – Copy HereThe outcome of the Land & Environment Court Hearing and findings are detailed in the following:Letter to Objectors, Court Orders & Notice of Orders Made
- Community Voice Workshop Series Update
- These workshops introduce asset-based community development and create space for us to begin shaping community-led recommendations on how we can work together to better support local young people. The workshops will now be:
- Workshop 1: Strengths & Possibilities
- Saturday, October 25th – 10am – 4pm Lunch Provided
- Workshop 2: Dreaming Together
- Saturday, November 22nd – 10am – 4pm Lunch Provided
- More Information
- Workshop 1: Strengths & Possibilities
- These workshops introduce asset-based community development and create space for us to begin shaping community-led recommendations on how we can work together to better support local young people. The workshops will now be:
- Council works with industry to improve DA assessment timesOrganisations and individuals lodging development proposals with Council are being reminded to include all required documentation to ensure timely assessment under NSW Government timeframes. Under the Ministerial Statement of Expectations Order, Shoalhaven Council is required to assess development applications (DAs) within 105 calendar days following lodgement. More Information
- 28 Bowen St & 34-38 Hawke St, Huskisson. Planning Proposal (PP079) to Amend the Shoalhaven Local Environmental Plan 2014.We have followed up on our ongoing objections to the existing height codes being altered to suit a single development and the perceived negative impact on White Sands Park and the township. It is currently before the State Government for approval and they have asked for any final submissions. More Information
- ReNEWSableThe NEW Yellow Bin Sticker is the latest addition to your recycling toolkit. What goes into recycling is clearly shown at a glance.You can pick up a yellow bin sticker from Council Administration Centres, Shoalhaven Libraries or call Council. More Information
- Community Wellbeing Grant Recipients ConfirmedThe 2025-26 Community Wellbeing Grant recipients have been confirmed, with 34 successful applicants receiving funding to support community wellbeing. At its meeting on Tuesday 14 October, Council concluded its deliberations on applications received and has now resolved to grant funds to the total of $177,388 to eligible not-for-profit groups for the development and delivery of community programs for the 2025/2026 financial year. More Information
Recent Development Applications in Huskisson / Woollamia
- DA25/2111 – Description: Temporary Use of Land for Huskisson Carnival.11 Kioloa Street, Huskisson. Submitted 20/10/2025. More Information
- MA25/1322 – Description: Boat Building & Repair Facility Alterations.Streamside St, Woollamia. Submitted 13/10/2025
Approvals
- PCD 25/1664 – Description: Three Lot Subdivision. 64 Currumbene St, Huskisson. Approved 09/10/2025
- PCD25/1667 Description: Dwelling Alterations & Additions. 53 Burrill St, Huskisson. Approved 13/10/25
Link to Documents on Exhibition
Please note: more DAs have probably come in but the staff shortage at Council might mean that they haven’t been uploaded on to DA Tracker yet.
Events / Other
- NSW Marine Estate News October 2025
- The latest newsletter provides updates of projects in the NSW marine estate.
- Seagrass restoration: meadows of Botany Bay improving
- Drainage Applications Coordinator: here to help
- Marine Match: raising awareness of NSW biodiversity and climate change
- The Great Seal Reveal: 2025-26 surveys underway• Spotlight project: Education to protect and conserve marine wildlife project
- Media release: bush regeneration guide out now
- Announcements and opportunities.More Information
- Husky Triathlon Festival Weekend – 1 & 2 November
- The Husky Triathlon Festival is almost here and to help prepare for the event on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd November 2025 please find attached the road closure details and maps, which include access routes into Huskisson during the event.In light of the growing size of these events and their impact on the community we welcome any feedback or suggestions you may have which will be shared with Council for future planning.
- More Information
- What’s On at Bundanon Click Here
- Birdlife Shoalhaven Click Here
Kind Regards,
Committee HWCV
Date: 29/9/2025
