Prior to the arrival of the British in 1788, the Rhodes peninsula was part of the traditional lands of the Wangal Clan, one of 29 tribes of the Eora nation. The Wangal are believed to have inhabited the area for at least 15,000 years.
In 1794 the first land grants on the Rhodes peninsula were made to John Bray, Frederick Meredith and Simon Donally. This set the pattern for much of the…
When land becomes polluted, it can lie idle for years, unable to be used due to hazardous contaminants in the soil. For contaminated land to be safe to use again, it needs to be cleaned up (remediated).
In recent times, land remediation has become common, with old industrial sites in particular, targeted for urban renewal. In cities where there is a growing shortage of land for…
The City of Canada Bay takes a place-based approach to the design, development, activation, engagement and management of the Rhodes Peninsula. This approach brings together the residents, businesses, community groups, government agencies and non-government organisations to deliver infrastructure, services, and programs to meet the needs of the local area. …
Rhodes is a unique centre overlooking the parks and waters of Homebush Bay. Built on a 40 hectare site this suburb has been transformed from a former industrial site into a superb residential, recreational and commercial destination of choice. Rhodes features stunning parklands, foreshore links to the Homebush Bay Circuit, business and shopping hubs such as the…
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Did you know penalties for illegally disposing of waste range from $2,000 to $2,000,000?
Illegal dumping threatens both the quality and appearance of the wonderful environment that many people call home. Council needs the community to support its efforts and send a clear message that illegal dumping is not welcome in the City of Canada Bay and that anyone…
Council runs food waste avoidance programs to help you reduce your food waste!