Skip to main content
Enter phase or keyword
Enter phase or keyword
Take the Tour
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+
News on COVID-19
+
Service Updates
+
FAQs on COVID-19
+
Resources and information in your language
+
Support for Small Businesses and Organisations
+
Community Support
+
Mental Health Support
+
Ryde at Home
+
COVID-19 Community Sports FAQs
+
Let's Vax to the Max
+
Business and Development
+
Building and Development Advisory Service
+
Unauthorised Works Advisory Panel (UWAP)
+
Title Encumbrances and Land Dealings
+
Planning Controls
+
Planning Ryde
+
Local Environmental Plan
+
Development Control Plan
+
Other Planning Considerations
+
NSW Housing Code - Exempt and Complying Development
+
NSW Housing Code - Low Rise Housing Diversity Code
+
Local Planning Study
+
Affordable Rental Housing
+
Public Domain Technical Manual
+
Waterloo Road Master Plan
+
Planning Proposals
+
Information Sheets, Forms and Guides
+
Planning Proposals on Exhibition
+
The Building and Development Advisory Services
+
Development Applications
+
DAs FAQs
+
Information Sheets and Guides
+
Variations to Development Standards Clause 4.6 Register
+
Local Planning Panel
+
Local Planning Panel
+
Addressing the Local Planning Panel
+
Members of the Planning Panel
+
Types of Development Applications determined by the Panel
+
Meetings Calendar
+
Commercial Premises
+
Food Safety
+
Hair, Beauty and Skin Penetration
+
Cooling Water Systems
+
Fire Safety
+
Footpath Activity
+
Land Contamination
+
Outdoor Dining
+
Public Swimming Pools & Public Spa Pools
+
Waste Management
+
eServices
+
Types of eCertificates
+
Development Application Tracking
+
Major Development
+
State Significant Projects
+
Ryde Central Redevelopment | The New Heart of Ryde
+
Meadowbank Education and Employment Precinct
+
307 Lane Cove Road, Macquarie Park (Eden Gardens)
+
Top Ryde City
+
West Ryde Urban Village Development
+
Eastwood Shopping Centre
+
Shepherds Bay Meadowbank Urban Renewal Project
+
Priority Growth Areas and Precincts
+
Macquarie Centre Redevelopment
+
Ivanhoe Estate
+
Business & Economic Development
+
Council Requirements for Businesses
+
Small Business
+
Training & Events
+
Be part of your Community - Shop Local Campaign!
+
Northern Districts Local Business Awards
+
Venture Café Sydney
+
Support for Small Businesses and Organisations
+
Love Eastwood
+
City of Ryde Grant Finder
+
Housing
+
Affordable Rental Housing
+
NSW Housing Code - Exempt and Complying Development
+
Development Contribution Plans
+
Past Section 7.11 (formerly s94) Contributions Plan for City of Ryde
+
Heritage
+
Ryde's Historic Homes: Then and Now
+
Heritage Review
+
Ryde Local Heritage Assistance Fund 2021
+
Voluntary Planning Agreements
+
Voluntary Planning Agreements Register
+
Sponsorship Opportunities
+
Community
+
Venues and Facilities
+
Venue Hire
+
Community Buildings
+
Grants
+
Council Grants
+
Grant Writing Resources
+
Past Recipients
+
Grant Finder
+
Grants eNews
+
ClubGRANTS
+
Arts and Culture
+
Artist Register
+
Creative Spotlight
+
Creative Projects
+
Professional Skills for Creatives
+
Get Gig Ready
+
Ryde Youth Theatre
+
Resources for Artists
+
Public Art
+
Arts in Ryde Newsletter
+
Children and Families
+
Immunisation
+
Childcare Services
+
Child and Family Hub
+
Child and Family Interagency
+
Children's Activities
+
Safety for Kids
+
Young People
+
Future Change Makers Ryde
+
Emerging Civic Leaders
+
Ryde Youth Theatre
+
Ryde Hunters Hill Youth Interagency
+
Youth Week
+
Useful Links
+
Youth Ambassador Program
+
Safety for Young People
+
Seniors
+
Home Modification and Maintenance Service
+
Help and Support
+
Events and Recreation
+
Additional Resources
+
Seniors Festival Celebration
+
People with Disability
+
Report an Access Issue
+
Assisted Bin Collection Service
+
Help and Support
+
People of Ryde
+
People of Ryde presents Agnes Shim
+
People of Ryde presents Simran Keshwani
+
People of Ryde presents Hassib Elias
+
People of Ryde presents Lucy Fang
+
People of Ryde presents Maria Dalmon
+
People of Ryde presents Emma Chen
+
People of Ryde presents Jose Francisco
+
People of Ryde presents Nasrin Azizi
+
People of Ryde presents Richard Scenna
+
People of Ryde presents Anne Gharibian
+
People of Ryde presents Cameron Last
+
People of Ryde presents Chris Yee
+
Volunteering
+
Ready to Volunteer?
+
Volunteer with Us
+
Where to Volunteer
+
Volunteering eNews
+
Social Inclusion
+
I and U Campaign
+
Committees, Policies & Plans
+
City of Ryde Disability Inclusion Action Plan Working Group | Expressions of Interest
+
National Disability Insurance Scheme
+
Social Inclusion Projects
+
Community Information
+
Service Groups
+
Community Directory
+
Welcome Guide for Asylum Seekers and Refugees
+
Homelessness
+
Community Safety
+
Safety for Kids
+
Safety for Young People
+
Safety for Older People
+
Safety for the Community
+
Make A Stand
+
Committees, Plans and Initiatives
+
Social Plan 2019-2024
+
Creativity Strategy 2019-2024
+
Support for bushfire-affected communities
+
Ryde Resilience Plan 2030
+
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
+
Aboriginal History
+
Aboriginal Public Art Project
+
Finding Bennelong
+
NAIDOC Week
+
Reconciliation Action Plan
+
WellMob website
+
Council
+
Customer Service
+
About Council
+
Our Vision, Mission, Values
+
Organisation Structure
+
Senior Staff
+
Council History
+
Our Business Model
+
White Ribbon Australia Accredited Workplace
+
Media Centre
+
News and Public Notices
+
Media Releases
+
City News
+
RSS Feed
+
Subscribe to our eNews
+
Community Newsletters
+
Save our Streets
+
Careers
+
Positions Vacant
+
Guide for Job Applicants
+
Why Work for Council?
+
Work Experience
+
Awards and Recognition
+
Unsolicited Applications
+
Join our team of Planning Professionals
+
Rates
+
Switch to Email Notification
+
Pay online with your credit card
+
Pay via BPAY View®
+
Pay in person
+
Other payment methods
+
What are the Rates and Charges on my notice
+
Pensioner Concession
+
Frequently Asked Questions
+
Change my mailing address
+
Fire and Emergency Services Levy (FESL)
+
Direct debits
+
COVID-19 Rates Rebate and Financial Hardship Applications
+
Where do your Rates Go?
+
Councillors
+
City of Ryde Councillors
+
Ward Map
+
Lobbying
+
2021 Council Elections
+
Agendas and Minutes
+
Council Meetings
+
Agendas, Minutes and Recorded Meetings
+
Meetings Calendar
+
Past Agendas and Minutes
+
Guide to Council Meetings
+
Committees
+
Local Planning Panel
+
Works and Community Committee
+
Finance and Governance Committee
+
Advisory Committees
+
Past Planning and Environment Committee
+
Past Ryde Central Committee
+
Past Committee of the Whole
+
Past Civic Precinct Committee
+
Past General Purpose Committee
+
Forms and Documents Library
+
Plans and Publications
+
Fees and Charges
+
Ryde 2028 Community Strategic Plan
+
Planning Ryde
+
Communications and Engagement Strategy
+
Four Year Delivery Plan
+
Parks and Open Space
+
Heritage Walking Trail Booklets
+
Resourcing Strategy
+
Financial Reports
+
Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP)
+
City of Ryde Integrated Transport Strategy 2016-2031
+
Sport and Recreation Strategy 2016 - 2026
+
Ryde Library Strategic Plan 2019-2024
+
State of the Environment Report
+
Ryde Biodiversity Plan
+
Waste Management Strategy
+
Macquarie Park Investment Prospectus
+
Ryde Bicycle Strategy and Masterplan
+
Road Safety Plan
+
Smarter Cleaner Greener Achievements
+
Ryde - Hunters Hill Local Emergency Management Plan
+
Social Plan 2019-2024
+
Creativity Strategy 2019-2024
+
Community Participation Plan
+
Ryde Resilience Plan 2030
+
International students’ experience of racism report
+
Reconciliation Action Plan
+
Halls and Facilities Strategy 2020 – 2041
+
Social and Cultural Infrastructure Framework 2020 – 2041
+
Stronger Together: 2019/20 Annual Report
+
Policies
+
Tenders and Contracts
+
Mayor's Community Message
+
Mayor TV
+
Access to Information
+
Contracts Register
+
Disclosure Log
+
Information Guide
+
Land Register
+
Annual Pecuniary Interest Disclosures
+
Advertising with Council
+
City Banners
+
Stronger Together: 2019/20 Annual Report
+
Read the 2019-20 Annual Report
+
Past Annual Reports
+
Environment & Waste
+
Waste and Recycling
+
Household Services
+
Commercial/Trade Waste Services
+
Other Services
+
Waste Resources
+
Education Programs
+
Frequently Asked Questions
+
Trees
+
Tree Pruning Guide
+
Tree Applications and Fees
+
Engaging an Arborist
+
Tree Selection and Establishment
+
Street Tree Planting
+
SEPP (Exempt and Complying Development) 2008
+
10/50 Vegetation Clearing Code of Practice
+
Tree Protection Zone Calculator
+
5 Million Trees for Greater Sydney
+
Bushland and Wildlife
+
Bushcare
+
Native Vegetation
+
Flora and Fauna Studies
+
Attracting Wildlife
+
Urban Wildlife
+
River to River Corridors Project
+
Wildlife Protection Areas
+
Sustainable Living
+
Home Waste and Sustainability Advisory Service
+
Smarter Cleaner Greener eNews
+
Sustainable Transport
+
Solar
+
Sustainability Talks
+
Sustainable Food Packaging Suppliers
+
SunSPot
+
Our Common Ground
+
Animals and Plants
+
Cats and Dogs
+
Keeping Animals
+
Pests
+
Urban Wildlife
+
Weeds
+
Air Quality and Pollution
+
Backyard Burning
+
Smoky Wood Heaters
+
Lane Cove Tunnel Air Quality
+
Bushfire smoke
+
Water Quality and Pollution
+
Catchment Protection
+
Water Quality Monitoring
+
Stormwater Pollution
+
Water Smart
+
Parramatta River
+
Terrys Creek Restoration Project
+
Report water pollution
+
Managing Our Environment
+
State of the Environment Report
+
Bushland and Environment Advisory Committee
+
Coastal Zones
+
Resources for Schools
+
REEN Reports and Newsletters
+
Oz Harvest FEAST Program 2021 - Expressions of Interest
+
Edible gardens in Schools | Expression of Interest
+
Train the Trainer Waste Education Program
+
Remediation Projects
+
Smarter Cleaner Greener eNews
+
Resilient Ryde
+
Bushfire preparedness for residents of the City of Ryde
+
Bushfire smoke
+
Climate Wise Communities Ryde
+
Get Prepared app: are you ready for an emergency?
+
Minimising bushfire hazards around your home
+
Ryde Resilience Plan 2030
+
Support for bushfire-affected communities
+
Survive the Sun and Heat
+
Be Storm Safe
+
Climate Emergency
+
Libraries
+
Visit Us
+
Ryde Library
+
West Ryde Library
+
Eastwood Library
+
North Ryde Library
+
Gladesville Library
+
Using the Library
+
Library Membership
+
Library Facilities
+
Click and Collect
+
Home Library Service
+
Book Match
+
Inter Library Loans
+
Suggest a Purchase
+
Fees and Charges
+
Collections
+
Community Book Club
+
High School Certificate (HSC)
+
Legal
+
Drug Information
+
Newspapers
+
DVD/Audio Visual
+
Learning English
+
Languages Other Than English (LOTE)
+
Booklovers
+
Council Kiosk at the Library
+
Online Library
+
Library App
+
eCollections
+
Kids' Online Resources
+
Online English Conversation Classes (Intermediate)
+
New Parents First Aid
+
Cyber Safety
+
Local and Family History
+
150 Years of the City of Ryde
+
Ryde at Home
+
Local Studies
+
Historic Ryde
+
Heritage
+
Council History
+
Oral Histories
+
Amplify: Oral Histories
+
Historical Societies
+
Family History
+
Publications for Sale
+
Ryde Remembers | WWI Interactive Honour Board
+
Something for Everyone
+
Local History Photo Challenge
+
Children
+
Youth
+
Adults
+
Seniors
+
Multicultural Services
+
Reconnect with Ryde Libraries
+
Justice of the Peace
+
Monthly Events Guide
+
Library and Information Week
+
Science Week
+
Living in Ryde
+
About Ryde
+
City Profile
+
Community Profile
+
State and Federal Representatives
+
Around Your Home
+
Asbestos
+
Attracting Wildlife
+
Cats and Dogs
+
Emergency Numbers
+
Illegal Dumping Enforcement
+
Noise Complaints
+
Report a Public Health Risk
+
Streetlights
+
Swimming Pools
+
Abandoned Shopping Trolleys
+
Getting Around
+
Personal Mobility Devices
+
Transport Access Guides
+
Shop Ryder Community Bus
+
Parking
+
Resident Permit Parking Scheme
+
Glen Street Permit Parking Scheme
+
Infringement Notices
+
Heavy Vehicles
+
Parking Meters
+
Community Gardens
+
Guide to Planning a Community Garden
+
The Habitat
+
Expressions of Interest | Community Vegetable Garden in Putney
+
Your Local Urban Hubs
+
Gladesville
+
Eastwood
+
Ryde
+
West Ryde
+
Macquarie Park
+
Events
+
Events Listing
+
Submit your Event
+
Join our Stallholder Database
+
Event Planning Guide
+
Before You Begin
+
Planning Essentials
+
Budget and Funding
+
Approvals and Notifications
+
Choosing a Venue
+
Equipment and Facilities
+
Entertainment and Activities
+
Safety and Security
+
Traffic, Parking and Accessibility
+
Guidelines
+
ANZAC Day
+
Australia Day
+
Battle of the Bands
+
Cinema in the Park
+
Citizenship Ceremonies
+
Citizenship FAQs
+
Citizen of the Year Awards
+
Past Citizens of the Year
+
City of Ryde Prayer Breakfast
+
Christmas in the City of Ryde
+
Cork & Fork
+
Eastwood Lunar New Year Festival
+
Drive-In Cinema
+
Garage Sales
+
Granny Smith Festival
+
Granny Smith Virtual Shoebox Float Competition
+
Granny Smith Virtual Kids Cooking Classes
+
Kids Apple Crafts and Activities
+
Granny Smith
+
Granny Smith "Meme This" Competition
+
Granny Smith Online Trivia
+
Harmony Day
+
International Women's Day
+
Make a Stand
+
Podcasts
+
Markets in the City of Ryde
+
Mental Health Month
+
NAIDOC Week
+
National Reconciliation Week
+
Neighbour Day
+
Hosting a Neighbour Day event
+
Plaza Playlist
+
Riverside Pop-up
+
Riverside Pop-up | Paint and Sip Workshops
+
Ryde Remembers
+
Seniors Festival Celebration
+
Social Inclusion Week
+
Spring Garden Competition
+
Children's Seed Growing Category
+
Past Winners
+
Sustainable Waste 2 Art Prize (SWAP)
+
SWAP Digital Resources
+
SWAP Winners & Finalists 2020
+
Volunteer Recognition Awards
+
Volunteer Recognition Award Nomination Form
+
Conditions of Entry
+
Past Winners
+
West Ryde Easter Celebrations
+
Event Status Update
+
Regular Classes and Activities
+
School Holidays
+
Volunteering with City of Ryde Events
+
Sustainable Food Packaging Suppliers
+
Venue Hire
+
Friday Night Jukebox
+
MOvember
+
Projects
+
Coxs Road (North Ryde) Neighbourhood Centre Upgrade
+
Malvina Street and Forrest Road, Ryde Road Renewal Works
+
Meadowbank Park New Regional Playground and Amenities Building
+
Rowe Street East Carpark
+
Rowe Street East 주차장
+
Rowe Street East 停车场
+
Eastwood Central
+
이스트우드 센트럴
+
伊士活中央广场（Eastwood Central）
+
Ryedale Road (West Ryde) Town Centre Upgrade
+
Kissing Point Park Upgrades
+
Recreation
+
Parks and Sportsgrounds
+
Find a Park or Sportsground
+
Book a Park or Sportsground
+
Parks and Sportsgrounds Maintenance
+
Floodlights
+
Playgrounds
+
Outdoor Fitness Equipment
+
Works and Improvements
+
Jennifer Park Playground
+
Marjorie Park Playground
+
Sportsground Status
+
Cycling
+
Where to Cycle
+
Bicycle Groups
+
Bicycle Parking
+
Bicycles on Public Transport
+
Cyclist Rights and Responsibilities
+
Reporting Hazards and Accidents
+
Looking after your Bicycle
+
Walking
+
Walking for Fitness
+
Guided Walks
+
Venue Hire
+
Visitor Information
+
Explore Our Rivers
+
Flavours of Ryde
+
Play in Our Parks
+
Ryde River Walk
+
Shop in Our Centres
+
Walk Our Paths
+
Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre
+
About the RALC
+
Opening Hours
+
Membership & Prices
+
Facilities
+
Gallery
+
Terms and Conditions of Entry at the RALC
+
Facilities
+
Facitilies at the RALC
+
Lap Lane and Program Pool
+
Aquatic Recreation
+
Stadium
+
Surf Ryder
+
Learn to Swim
+
Program & Level Descriptions
+
Enrolments
+
Enquire Now
+
Holiday Intensive Program
+
Why Learn to Swim?
+
Swim School FAQs
+
Birthday Parties
+
Surfin' Sunday
+
Home
/
Community
/
Community Safety
/
Safety for Older People
Main Content Anchor
Safety for Older People
Senior Low Risk Driving
Council runs free workshops on low risk driving for seniors.
More Information
More Information
Live Life Well
A Guide to Older Driver Licensing
Back to top