Council

You’re right where you need to be to learn about our council. How we operate, how we plan and manage projects, capital works, how we spend your rates. This is your starting point to get involved, make your voice count and work with us on planning for our future.

Your elected Council

There are 15 Councillors – three Councillors for representing each of our five wards.

About Northern Beaches Council

Sparkling beaches, rolling surf, natural reserves and clean waterways. Our vibrant community has an extraordinary lifestyle, with an active Council.

Claims

Once a claim is made, Council will investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident to establish whether or not Council has any legal liability.

Council meetings

You can see local government in action and participate in council meetings once a month on the Northern Beaches.

Committees and panels

As part of Council's community engagement framework we have a range of committees, advisory groups and panels.

Current works and projects

Find out all you need to know about our current works and projects.

Employment

Working at the Northern Beaches Council offers you a rewarding career with lots of benefits.

Forms

From addressing Council, to works zones and everything between. Find the form you need to help you get things done.

Grants

Your guide to grants and funding available to organisations, community groups and heritage property owners in our community.

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Have your say

Your views mean a lot to Northern Beaches Council. Find out how to have your say on everything we’re planning.

Information access, disclosures and privacy

Find out about all the ways you can access information from the Northern Beaches Council.

News

Council produces regular media releases, electronic newsletters and updates in the newspaper.

Publications

Council produces a number of important and informative publications. They include policy documents, records of Council meetings and strategic plans.

Rates and fees

Paying your rates helps Council maintain our beautiful environment and create lifestyle and infrastructure we all want for the Northern...

Tenders

Northern Beaches Council uses an electronic tendering system. View open, current and past tenders, frequently asked questions for more information.

Local Government Election 2024

A general election for the Northern Beaches will be held on Saturday 14 September 2024 between 8am and 6pm.