Shoalhaven City Council is proposing a new policy for selling Council land—but the draft removes the long-standing requirement for public consultation before any final decision.
H5N1 Bird flu has been confirmed in a small number of wild birds in NSW, including a greater crested tern at Narooma. For Vincentia and the Jervis Bay region, with extensive coastal and natural habitat, it’s a real possibility that bird flu will be detected locally
Accredited Community Forums (ACF) — Explanation, Policy & Operating Model
Vincentia Vibe
The Vincentia Vibe is a community-led proposal to develop a Vision Statement and Strategic Development Guide that defines the character of Vincentia today and paints a picture of the future character our community aspires to. It aims to capture the identity, qualities, and lived expression of place held by the people who call Vincentia home
Reminder for Bay & Basin communities who use Vincentia’s two boat ramps. Shoalhaven City Council’s Boating Infrastructure survey is closing soon, and it’s a chance to share any concerns about access, maintenance or safety. The survey asks about how you use local waterways, which facilities you rely on, how functional they are, and what improvements would make a difference. If you launch at Vincentia—or avoid these access points because they’re difficult to use—your feedback will help ensure Vincentia’s infrastructure needs are included in the regional review. Survey closes 5pm, 17 July 2026. Have your say: https://getinvolved.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au/boating-infrastructure-opms If you’d like to…
Welcome to our latest newsletter keeping you informed on local matters. This includes updates on: the Community Infrastructure Community Plan survey results, changes to DA neighbour notifications, Burton Street Mall, the new Anglican Church development, and Council and community activities.
The Jervis Bay Community & Sports Club is holding its inaugural fundraising event at Worrowing on Saturday 8 August 2026, 4.00–10.00pm
VRRA letter to SCC on the CISP survey questions
The NSW Government has released its Draft Community Participation Plan (CPP) - and buried inside it is a huge change that would hit Vincentia and the Shoalhaven hard.
The VRRA has written to Council to highlight our concerns about a number of errors and irregularities in the Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan survey currently on exhibition. We have requested an urgent pause to the survey process so these issues can be addressed. While we await Council’s response, we encourage all Vincentia residents to take part in the survey, which closes on 20 May 2026. Council’s draft recommendations for Vincentia range from routine maintenance and upgrades to changes in the provision of community infrastructure and feasibility studies that could affect the future of community land. Strong community participation will help protect the…