Your environment

We have developed a range of sustainability programs and initiatives to support the environment, climate change mitigation and adaption and living more sustainably.

Trees are a distinctive part of our urban landscape and important to our health and well-being.

What we are doing to protect native bushland in Sutherland Shire and how you can help.

Georges Riverkeeper advocates for the protection, conservation and enhancement of the health of the Georges River.

Our community native plants nursery in Gymea has an extensive range of local species - come along and browse our collections.

Sutherland Shire is home to many native plants and animals. Learn more about ways to live in harmony with with the local wildlife.

Introduced species pose a serious threat to the ecological balance in Sutherland Shire. Learn more about these invasive pests, how we monitor them, and the management programs we have in place to control them.

What happens when events or activities create pollution to our environment or public health and wellbeing.

Dumping household items, rubbish, green waste, building and commercial waste and other material is illegal and subject to on-the-spot fines.

How to make the most of the superb beaches and waterways in Sutherland Shire.