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Table of Contents

01 A message from our General Manager Page 3

02 About Hunters Hill Page 4

03 Regional Economic and Community Statistics Page 5

04 Future of Hunters Hill Page 6

05 Events in Hunters Hill and attractions Page 7

06 Arts and Culture Page 8

07 About the Council Page 10

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A message from General Manager, Lisa Miscamble

This is an exciting time to be part of the future of Hunter’s Hill Council. We have an ambitious program to revitalise our area and deliver a range of initiatives to ensure a thriving, sustainable future.

With the support of a connected and passionate community and backed by a progressive, motivated and engaged Council and Staff, we are delivering a number of game-changing projects for our Council which will in turn benefit our community. This

includes significant improvements to our public domain and infrastructure, and we have ambitious targets to improve our environment and villages including a new plan for Boronia Park and Gladesville.

Since September 2018 it has been my privilege to lead the Council as General Manager as we emerge from a period of immense change for both local government in NSW and at Hunter’s Hill Council.

As we look to build our future and support the above and other ambitious initiatives I am keen to welcome innovative and skilled people to make a valued contribution to our future and our high performing teams.

I’m proud of the team we are building here at Hunter’s Hill Council and I invite you to be part of an exciting future as we continue to serve the aspirations of our vibrant community.

Lisa Miscamble GENERAL MANAGER

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About Hunters Hill

Hunters Hill is a leafy sandstone peninsula stretching from Pittwater Road to Onions Point, at the confluence of the Lane Cove and Parramatta Rivers, located approximately 7 kilometres from the CBD of Sydney.

The Municipality includes the leafy suburbs of Gladesville (part), Henley, Hunters Hill, Huntleys Cove, Huntleys Point and Woolwich. Visually, it is easy to see why the area is recognised as Australia’s oldest garden suburb, with over 70% of the local government area declared a conservation area. Hunters Hill enjoys many lifestyle assets - from the bushland, to Sydney Harbour foreshore, its vibrant local villages and heritage. The area exudes beauty, both on and off the streets. Boasting many heritage listed homes, old world charmed sandstone workers cottages and waterfront homes, Hunters Hill is home to a community that has been nurtured by generations. Today, Hunters Hill has a population of 14,000 and is well known for its schools, accessible location, open spaces and community spirit. The area brings great value and satisfaction to residents and the wider community

History

The Municipality of Hunters Hill has a wonderfully rich and diverse history which precedes Federation and the formation of the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901. Early French settlers, including the Joubert brothers and Gabriel de Milhau, were influential in gaining the proclamation of Hunters Hill as a separate Borough in 1861 and much of the

character of the Municipality has developed since that time.

Situated on a small peninsula that separates the Lane Cove River and Parramatta River, the Aboriginal name for the land is Moocooboola, meaning meeting of waters. Residents take great pride in this heritage and celebrate the Moocooboola Festival annually.

Early French settlers, among them the brothers Joubert and the exiled Comte Gabriel de Milhau, were influential in gaining the proclamation of Hunter’s Hill as a separate Borough in January 1861 and much of the character of the Municipality, as we know it, developed from that time until the years of World War I.

Many of the The area possesses an interesting mix of architectural styles and building materials although locally quarried sandstone was favoured by our pioneers. The people are heritage conscious and about three quarters of the Municipality has been declared a conservation area. Ideally located between the Lane Cove and Parramatta Rivers, Hunters Hill is a great place to call home.

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Regional Economic and Community Statistics

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Future of Hunters Hill

Council is currently developing a long-term vision for the Municipality and reviewing the local strategies and plans that shape the way we will change over time. It will form the basis of a Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS) which will identify Hunters Hill’s special characteristics, the values that are to be preserved and how change will be managed into the future. These will in turn provide the foundation for the review of the Local Environment Plan (LEP).

The Local Strategic Planning Statement, aligned with the Northern District Plan developed by the Greater Sydney Commission, will cover the themes of liveability, sustainability, productivity and collaboration and reflect the key priorities identified by the community.

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Events in Hunters Hill and Attractions

Hunters Hill boasts a number of attractions and events throughout the year, from festivals and markets to carols in the park and art exhibitions. Running for more than 30 years, Moocooboola Festival, the annual family day offers a host of free activities for thrill seekers, dog lovers and little ones. With a market bazaar with more than 120 stalls, attracts a crowd of 20,000 to Boronia Park, a double stage providing lots of music, dance and entertainment, as well as all day rides and kids entertainment, there is something for everyone.

Hunters Hill Street Feast

On November 19th, city streets are transformed into an magical dining and entertainment arena, where you will be able to have dinner under a canopy of lights, leaves and stars with friends, family and neighbours.

With great entertainment and food for the feast.

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ART AND CULTURE

Hunter’s Hill Council has a long history of art and culture. The Hunters Hill Art Exhibition commenced in 1955 and has grown from strength to strength. The exhibition has continued its aim of encouraging involvement in art and sculpture. The works selected demonstrate exceptional quality across a broad range of subject matter, approaches, style and media including painting, drawing, mixed media and sculpture.

One of Sydney's oldest garden suburbs, rich in history and also very picturesque, you can take part in a guided art and culture walking tour.

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Bushlands and Nature

Hunters Hill is Australia’s oldest garden suburb and a place of national heritage significance. It has a fascinating history. When proclaimed a borough in 1861 it was already known as the ‘French Village’. The many early stone houses and buildings are still set in leafy gardens and streets and are close to enchanting bushland areas, including Kellys Bush and Boronia Park.

Walking tracks and Bushwalks

There are numerous walking tracks that network through Hunter’s Hill Councils bushland reserves, from easy loop walks to longer foreshore bush walks including the Great North Walk.

Hunters Hill has diverse landscapes to enjoy a bushwalk, ranging from open forest, woodland, heath shrubland and estuarine

communities. Keep an eye open on your walk for birds, water dragons, insects, frogs, possums, even an echidna, lace monitor or wallaby.

Bushland is a significant part of Hunters Hills natural heritage and has many values which make it significant to locals and visitors alike. In addition Hunter’s Hill’s bushland is rich with sites of Aboriginal heritage significance.

Bike Tracks

Hunter’s Hill Council has a vast network of cycling tracks. Whether you want to cycle work, cycle to school, cycle to do your shopping, cycle to visit friends or just cycle for relaxation there is a pathway near you.

Children’s Cycle Track – Buffalo Creek Reserve, Pittwater Rd, Gladesville

Council has constructed a small cycle track at Buffalo Creek Reserve near the playground equipment. Its a great place for the children to learn the road rules and its safe!

Hunters Hill Bike Route

The Hunters Hill Bike Route is a 6 km circular route around Hunters Hill designed for recreational bike riding. The track includes some beautiful waterfront parks and off road paths.

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About the Council

Hunters Hill Council is responsible for looking after public facilities and providing community services across the area.

Our Values are tied to our responsibilities as outlined in the Office of Local Government’s Code of Conduct

Values

Hunters Hill Council’s core values are at the heart of who we are and what we do, they are;

Honesty

Excellence

Accountability

Respect

Teamwork

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