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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.

Aerial photo of the Northern Beaches area

About Northern Beaches Council

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

Council Meetings

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

Council Elections

Election Results On Saturday 9 September 2017, Northern Beaches Council held its first election for 15 new councillors – three councillors for each...

Current Works and Projects

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

Information Access

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

Employment

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

Forms

From renovation applications, to wedding celebrations and everything between. Find the forms you need to help you get things done.

Have Your Say

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

Grants

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

Committees and Panels

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

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.

Aerial view on famous Shelly beach and Cabbage Tree bay, Manly.

Rates and Council Fees

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

Tenders

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