The Queen Street and West Woollahra Association (QSWWA) is a residents' and traders' action group, formed to protect the interest of local inhabitants and business people. It acts as a forum through which they can raise their voices effectively on planning matters and influence the decisions of public authorities.

The association is vitally concerned to preserve both the 'village high street' atmosphere of Queen Street and the interesting architectural heritage of the areas. It also seeks to prevent unsympathetic real estate development and to improve amenities for local residents.

Membership for residents and businesses is not expensive...click here for a membership form.

Aims
• to foster a sense of identity and pride in Woollahra’s unique character
• to preserve the architectural characteristics of the area
• to prevent properties from falling into decay through neglect or unreasonable delays in
redevelopment, and to discourage unsympathetic development
• to press for the beautification of streets and recreation areas by tree planting, street furniture and signage
• to fight visual pollution of the area by ugly advertisements, poles, wires and other eyesores
• to ensure the quiet of the area is preserved
• to ensure the safety and convenience of pedestrians and vehicles
• to encourage appropriate businesses and services in the area and to foster in those businesses a sense of community involvement that will benefit residents and visitors
• to assist charitable and community service organisations through fundraising and joint activities