Sydney City Roundup: Council Session and Urgent Public Health Advisories

Public Notice: City of Sydney Council Meeting

The City of Sydney holds its scheduled Council meeting today, Monday, 23 March 2026, at 5:00 PM. The session will take place in the Council Chamber at Sydney Town Hall. Residents and interested stakeholders are advised that this meeting serves as a primary forum for local governance decisions, including major budget allocations, infrastructure approvals, and urban planning. While the meeting is open to the public, limited seating is available in the gallery on a first-come, first-served basis. For those unable to attend in person, a live webcast will be provided on the official City of Sydney website to ensure transparent access to the proceedings.

Health Advisory: Measles Alert for Western and Northern Sydney

NSW Health has issued an urgent advisory following the confirmation of several new measles cases across the Greater Sydney region. As of 22 March 2026, there have been 33 confirmed cases in the state since the beginning of the year. Specific exposure sites identified in the last several days include major retail and community hubs. Residents who visited the following locations during the specified times are urged to monitor for symptoms for up to 18 days from exposure:

• Woolworths, Jordan Springs: 17 March, 8:15 AM – 9:20 AM
• Baby Bunting Penrith, Jamisontown: 18 March, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
• Kmart Penrith, Nepean Village: 18 March, 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
• Terry White Chemist, Jordan Springs: 19 March, 6:00 PM – 6:50 PM

Symptoms of measles include fever, sore eyes, and a cough, typically followed by a red, blotchy rash. If symptoms develop, NSW Health advises residents to call their GP or the local emergency department in advance to ensure they can be isolated upon arrival, preventing further community transmission.

Public Service Announcement: Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination Program

NSW Health continues its expanded free Japanese Encephalitis (JE) vaccination program throughout March 2026. Following the detection of the virus in sentinel surveillance, free eligibility has been extended to individuals who live or work in high-risk Local Government Areas (LGAs) or those planning outdoor recreational activities, such as camping or fishing, during the upcoming school holiday period. Vaccination is currently available at participating GPs and local pharmacists. Public health officials also remind residents to use repellent and wear protective clothing during peak mosquito activity periods at dawn and dusk.

Infrastructure Update: Warringah Freeway and Sydney Metro West

Major infrastructure activity remains active across the CBD and North Sydney. Transport for NSW advises of scheduled night works on the Warringah Freeway as part of the 2026 upgrade pipeline. Motorists should prepare for temporary lane closures and reduced speed limits between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM. Simultaneously, Sydney Metro West tunneling and station construction continue to progress. Residents near Pyrmont and Hunter Street may notice increased heavy vehicle movements and localized pedestrian diversions. Local authorities are also finalizing preliminary traffic management strategies for the upcoming Vivid Sydney 2026 event, with specific road closure notices expected in the coming weeks.