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Armidale Regional Council

Locality: Armidale, New South Wales

Phone: +61 1300 136 833

Address: 135 Rusden Street 2350 Armidale, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council is reminding residents of a public workshop being held in Guyra on Tuesday 12 January to discuss the future of Guyra’s closed landfill located at the Guyra Waste Transfer Station. The meeting will discuss Council’s grant application to remediate the closed landfill cell, as well as the potential upgrade of the existing facilities. The recycling centre and transfer station located on Everett Street is operational and the community can continue to acce...ss the site as normal. General waste from the Guyra area collected via the kerbside collection and dropped off at Everett Street is taken to the waterfall Way Regional Landfill. The meeting will be held at Guyra's Civic Administration Building, 158 Bradley Street from 5pm to 6.30pm. There are only a small number of spots left, as numbers are limited to comply with COVID restrictions. Please RSVP by 8 January 2021 to [email protected] or phone 1300 136 833. See more

25.01.2022 Clear visions for our region will be provided by two documents developed by Council, guided by input from the community. The Local Strategic Planning Statement was adopted last week, identifying immediate, short-term and long-term planning actions to meet community needs and protect the region’s characteristics. A supporting masterplan, the ARMIDALE PLAN 2040, is now on public exhibition until 14 December. Visit https://yoursay.armidale.nsw.gov.au/armidale-plan-2040 to provide your feedback on the 2040 plan. https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//adopted-planning-

25.01.2022 Monckton Aquatic Centre will be the perfect place to chill at the start of school holidays, when it hosts a School’s Out Pool Party on Saturday 19 December. Kids film favourite Frozen 2 will be screened as part of the celebration, which will also include pool inflatables, inflatable games and food vans.

25.01.2022 Council is commencing drainage work on Kempsey Road this Thursday 5 November, following recent storm events. This work has been prioritised as more rain is predicted over the coming week. The road remains closed, however, it is open to residents who are advised to travel with caution. Road restrictions remain with a weight limit of 4.3 Tonne. The road is closed to RVs, caravans and trailers.

25.01.2022 An opportunity exists for a project management professional to join Armidale Regional Council's Asset Management & Strategic Planning team during an exciting period of infrastructure growth. Applications are being requested for a Project Manager - Civil Infrastructure who will be responsible for providing high quality, innovative and practical civil engineering services. https://applynow.net.au//ARC80-2-x-project-managers-2-year

23.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council is giving the region’s businesswomen a helping hand to coincide with this year’s International Rural Women’s Day. Council has developed the ‘Women in Business’ grant program for female entrepreneurs living and operating businesses within the Armidale LGA, and in particular those living rurally, to take part in business and networking programs.

22.01.2022 Council has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to complete a two-year traineeship within our Water and Sewer Services team. This position is ideal for someone who has just left school and looking to kick-start their career or looking for a change in career. The successful applicant will learn and participate in labouring and plant and truck operation duties associated with the maintenance and construction of water supply, sewer and other assets and counc...il infrastructure. https://applynow.net.au//ni/ARC97-trainee-water-waste-water See more

22.01.2022 Council’s Public and Town Spaces team have been busy installing new Christmas lights and decorations in Beardy Street Mall. Come along this Thursday to see the new lights and enjoy an evening of live music, late night shopping and dine in at your favourite venue for a bite to eat. Remember to maintain social distancing while enjoying the Christmas festivities.

22.01.2022 Live stream today's Extraordinary Council Meeting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtuOjBEgO7I

22.01.2022 Guyra Pool staff have launched a quest for a return of the pool’s polar bears. The pool will host a meeting next Thursday (15 October) to hopefully spark the reformation of the Polar Bears Swimming Club that called Guyra Pool home. The meeting will be held at the pool from 6.30pm.... For further information about the meeting or proposed reformation of the Polar Bears Swimming Club, contact the pool on 6779 1335. See more

22.01.2022 Trenching work at the new Curtis Park playground has been rescheduled to start on Monday. There will still be some site preparations outside the playground compound today.

21.01.2022 Interim Administrator Viv May said the long awaited finance reports tabled at the Council Meeting yesterday confirmed his worst fears and were a much needed reality check for Council to move beyond its current woes and gain the respect of the community again.

21.01.2022 SUPPLIER INFORMATION SESSION - METZ SOLAR FARM Beon Energy Solutions, invites Businesses in Armidale and surrounding areas to come and learn about the opportunities available to become a supplier to the Metz Solar Farm, commencing construction in April 2021. Council is assisting in connecting local businesses to opportunities to be a supplier by hosting a supplier information centre in collaboration with project companies.... The project is seeking suppliers of a range of services from fencing, electrical & plumbing services, construction and waste management to mechanical support, transport, and cleaning service. This is for businesses only. There will be a separate session at another date to discuss employment opportunities. If you, your business, or others in your networks have an interest to be involved in the supply of services, please register for the upcoming information session to be held at the Armidale Bowling Club, 6pm on Tuesday 23 March. Registrations via TryBooking at https://www.trybooking.com/BPQWE

20.01.2022 COVID-safe attendance numbers will be enforced at the Monckton Aquatic Centre in Armidale this weekend, with hot weather forecast for both days. Maximum attendance will be capped at 350 inside the aquatic centre grounds at any one time, to ensure numbers remain within required COVID restrictions. Staff will be stationed at the entrance to monitor patrons entering and leaving the centre, to ensure as many people as possible are able to access the centre’s facilities, without exceeding the COVID limit. The centre will be open from 10am to 7pm on both days. https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//s/aquatic-centres

20.01.2022 Council staff are attending the Farmers’ Market in Civic Park tomorrow to discuss the proposed Special Rate Variation and Rates Harmonisation with community members. To learn all about the proposed Special Rate Variation and Rates Harmonistion, visit the pop-between 8.30am and 12.30pm. For more information visit https://yoursay.armidale.nsw.gov.au/planning-for-our-future

20.01.2022 Additional solar lighting is now in place on the Armidale cycleway, completing a $450,000 project to improve community safety along the cycleway and in the city’s central business district. Contractors have installed three additional solar lights, funded through cost savings achieved with an initial project to install 49 lights 44 from Markham Street and Niagara Street and a further five lights on the western section from Niagara Street to help improve safety for cycleway... users. The lights now in place span approximately 1.5km, with the site identified by police as the preferred location because of the high number of users on that section and police records of previous incidents. The project was funded by a grant through Round 3 of the Federal Government’s Safer Communities Fund. https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//cctv-cycleway-lig See more

20.01.2022 The rain we have received in recent weeks has been great and has boosted lawns and gardens across the region. Unfortunately the rain hasn't fallen into our catchment and water storage across the LGA remains at moderate levels. Residents are reminded to be mindful of their water use over the festive season and continue to adhere to Level 3 water restrictions. Residential target water consumption remains at 180 litres per person per day. For more information on water restrictions visit Council's website.

19.01.2022 Smart meters for homes in the Armidale Region are being considered by Council to give water users greater control of their consumption and help manage the region’s overall water use. Council will prepare a business case for the implementation of smart metering for all residential properties connected to the Armidale and Guyra town water supplies, following a resolution at Wednesday’s Council meeting. The meeting also resolved to advise the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment that Council will seek funding for smart metering to increase the region’s water security.

18.01.2022 A peer review undertaken on the proposed development of the New England Regional Hydrotherapy Centre has exposed a considerable risk to Armidale Regional Council’s reputation and its financial capacity to construct and operate the proposed centre. At the Council Meeting held yesterday, Wednesday 25 November 2020 the Interim Administrator decided that no further action be taken in relation to the hydrotherapy centre project.

18.01.2022 Council has stepped up its support for a rail trail between Armidale and Glen Innes - and has delegated authority to its General Manager to investigate possible funding after receiving a more detailed business case for the project.

18.01.2022 Put on your dancing shoes for this week's Live and Local Streets Edition performances. Nick Troon is performing at the Railway Hotel this evening from 5pm to 7pm, and Muchultaras is providing entertainment at Bennie's Bottles in Beardy Street Mall tomorrow from 11am to 1pm. See your favourite local musicians performing live in the Armidale CBD streets each Friday and Saturday.

18.01.2022 BRISBANE COVID-19 LOCKDOWN UPDATE In light of the lockdown announced in Greater Brisbane this morning (which will commence at 6pm tonight) anyone comi...ng into NSW from Brisbane will be required to follow the restrictions that have been implemented and remain in isolation until 6pm Monday night. This is retrospective and applies to anyone who has returned from Brisbane to NSW from 2 January 2021. The UK variant of COVID-19 that has been confirmed in a member of the community in Queensland is highly contagious and anyone who has been in the Greater Brisbane area must be on high alert and come forward for testing if you’re concerned or have ANY symptoms at all. You may leave your home or accommodation for ONLY essential reasons which include: Shopping for essentials, food and necessary supplies; Medical or healthcare needs, including compassionate requirements; Exercise with no more than one other person, unless all from the same household; Providing care or assistance to an immediate family member; Work, or volunteering, or study if it is not reasonably practicable to work or learn remotely; Child custody arrangements; Legal obligations; and Visit for end of life For more information, please continue to check the advice from NSW Health www.nsw.gov.au/Covid-19

18.01.2022 Don’t be a tosser! A significant amount of rubbish has been dumped in local parks over recent weeks. If you are celebrating an event or simply enjoying the town’s public spaces, please ensure you place your rubbish in the bins provided. If you see someone being a tosser, you can report them on Council’s self service portal on the website www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au/report-it

18.01.2022 There is only one day left until the Fright Night Pool Party at the Monckton Aquatic Centre! There will be lots of fun activities, followed by a screening of scary movie The Meg. Tickets are $8 per person, and gates will open at 6pm.

17.01.2022 A plan to upgrade recreational facilities at Dumaresq Dam is now on public exhibition. The Dumaresq Dam Redevelopment Plan Stage 1 includes proposals for camp sites, shower and toilet facilities, a kiosk, new boat ramp and jetty. https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//dumaresq-dam-recr

17.01.2022 Armidale’s Christmas in the Mall celebration is expanding to three evenings of live music, spectacular new lights and extra shopping opportunities this year. Celebrations will be spread over the first three Thursdays in December, to enable the popular annual event to comply with current COVID social distancing measures and incorporate a focus on late night shopping. Visit the Events section on our website for updates or stay tuned for further announcements on Facebook. https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//annual-christmas-

17.01.2022 Following an inspection on Kempsey Road this morning, the road remains closed to the public, between Raspberry Road and Georges Creek Bridge. The road remains unstable and unsafe for vehicles to travel on.

17.01.2022 A section of Guyra’s main street will be converted to a 40kmh speed zone from the end of this month to improve pedestrian safety. Transport for NSW recently identified that the section of Bradley Street between MacKenzie Street and Ollera Street met the requirements for a ‘High Pedestrian Activity Zone’.

16.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council has commenced community consultation on three options for a Special Rate Variation (SRV) for consideration by the community from Monday 2 November until Thursday 10 December 2020. Interim Administrator Viv May endorsed the recommendation at the Council Meeting held last Wednesday 28 October to commence consultation and formally advise the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) before November 27, 2020 of Council’s intention to submit an SRV application.

16.01.2022 Do you have a love of writing and literature? We have the event for you! The Sydney Writers' Festival will be streamed straight from Sydney's Carriageworks to the Armidale War Memorial Library and the Guyra L.T. Starr Memorial Library on Friday 30 April and Saturday 1 May. This year's events will boast the likes of Barry Cassidy, Judy Blume and Michael Robotham. Visit the Council's website for more information. https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//sydney-writers-fe

16.01.2022 Have you spotted these great new billboards on the way to Guyra? These new signs are showcasing our wonderful region, and will hopefully bring more visitors to town. So next time you’re passing through, let the signs be your inspiration! Stop for a shop along Bradley Street, or visit the beautiful Mother of Ducks Lagoon. See you there!

15.01.2022 Fireworks will light up the sky from 9pm on Thursday 31 December for New Year's Eve celebrations. This year's fireworks have been designed to be high enough for all of Armidale to see, encouraging people to stay at home or book into a venue to watch the display. We would like to remind people to keep your pets' safety in mind. Please ensure your dogs are in a safe and secure place, because the noise can frighten and cause distress.

15.01.2022 Armidale Airport will soar into another stage of its Airport Apron Expansion, with work set to begin sealing the airside parking apron next week. Armidale Regional Council is planning to do a 10 millimetre spray seal, along with completing line marking and applying fuel resistant membrane for aircraft parking bays. Once the apron expansion is complete, there will be another three aircraft parking spaces, which will significantly increase the number of flights Armidale Airport can take. Flights in and out of Armidale will not be affected during the works. For more infornation, visit the Armidale Regional Council website.

15.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council is seeking a motivated Finance Officer to join its Finance team. Working with a high energy team under experienced and professional leaders, this position is responsible for the overall finance function of Council and covers financial and management accounting, procurement and leases, payroll, accounts payable revenue and projects. https://applynow.net.au//ARC94-finance-officer-accounts-pa

15.01.2022 From midnight tonight, everyone over the age of 12 will be required to wear a mask at all airports and on domestic commercial flights following new advice from the Federal Government. Armidale Regional Council is at the forefront of the region’s response, and is providing free disposable masks within the Armidale Regional Airport for those who forget to bring their own. To keep our community COVID-free, regular cleaning will continue to be conducted, and there are several sanitising stations set up around the airport to ensure hygiene remains at a high level. For more information on Armidale Regional Council's response, visit our website.

14.01.2022 We’re inviting expressions of interest for the purchase and removal of the former school buildings behind our Civic Administration Building in Guyra. We’re looking to find new homes for the timber buildings, circa 1930s, which will make way for the new Guyra Early Childhood Learning Centre earmarked for construction at the site. An open day will be held at the buildings this Wednesday 21 October from 9am to 1pm. EOIs will be accepted until 3 November and details are available on the Public Notices page of our website. https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au/home/public-notices

13.01.2022 This year's NAIDOC Week celebrations for the Armidale region were held as a luncheon for elders today. Here’s a short video of some of the highlights. The usual Day on the Dale event held in Armidale each year to celebrate NAIDOC Week attracts large crowds, so it was put on hold in 2020 because of COVID restrictions. The elders luncheon was a way to comply with COVID social distancing requirements, while taking the opportunity to honour local Aboriginal elders. Thank you to the elders, performers and other guests who got involved. https://youtu.be/rPbCaE0AJ54

12.01.2022 UPDATE KEMPSEY ROAD The road has been cleared at the site of a landslip between Lower Creek and Blackbird Flat. Vehicle access in now available for local residents only. The Kempsey Road still remains closed to traffic between Raspberry Road and the Georges Junction while safety improvement works are undertaken to rectify damage sustained during storm and flood events which began on 10 December 2020.... Concessions remain in place for limited access for local residents and emergency vehicles to undertake essential activities. Council road crews will be working in the area from 6am-6pm Monday to Friday under traffic control. Unimpeded access will be available to local residents outside working hours and during the following times: 9am - 9.30am 12noon - 12.30pm 3pm 3.30pm Significant delays outside of these times may be experienced. The 4.3 tonne load limit remains in place for local residents. The road condition remains poor with areas of instability and localised rock falls occurring regularly. Residents are asked to drive to the conditions, comply with the directions of traffic controllers, and exercise extreme caution when using the road. All other traffic access remains closed.

12.01.2022 Council has been approached by producers of a TV show who are looking for a property to film that has decrepit stone buildings. Please private message us with a photo of the building that we can forward onto the producers by Tuesday 1 December.

12.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council is being recognised for its outstanding drought management plan, with Project Engineer Arun Gautam speaking tomorrow at the Local Government New South Wales Water Conference. Speaking on behalf of Council, he’ll talk about the region’s success in water management during 2019, and how Council and the community worked together to get through the big dry. The annual conference kicked off today and is being held online.

12.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council is holding a public meeting on Tuesday 12 January 2021, to provide more information on the future of the old landfill site at 2 Everett Street, Guyra and discuss any questions. The meeting is being held at Guyra's Civic Administration Building, 158 Bradley Street from 5pm to 6.30pm. Numbers will be restricted to comply with the current COVID-19 public event safety requirements. Please RSVP by 8 January 2021 to [email protected] or phone 1300 136 833. For more information visit https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au/home/public-notices

12.01.2022 Now is the time to experience the many natural wonders the New England region has to offer. Our magnificent waterfalls are benefiting from the rainfall we've received in recent weeks.

11.01.2022 Mulch supplies at Armidale Waste Management Facility have been replenished. Armidale region residents are reminded of the free residential green waste disposal day this Saturday. Residents can dispose green waste on the third Saturday of each month between 12pm and 4.30pm. Commercial loads will not be accepted free of charge. ... More information is available on Council's website.

11.01.2022 UPDATE - DUMARESQ DAM WALL STRENGTHENING Contractors have commenced dewatering the dam to allow for construction work. The dam water level will be drawn down by a maximum of 2m and will be kept at the nominated level during construction.

11.01.2022 Our ongoing work to repair Kempsey Road will get a major boost from today's joint government announcement of natural disaster funding for areas affected by the October storms. It will provide tremendous assistance for Council to address the latest incident of storm damage on Kempsey Road. Interim Administrator Viv May applauded the efforts of State Member Adam Marshall and Federal Member Barnaby Joyce for their advocacy to get the Natural Disaster Declaration fast-tracked. https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//kempsey-road-disa

10.01.2022 Live and Local Streets Edition brings to you Hattie Oates and Massiel Barros-Torning. Enjoy an evening in Beardy Street Mall with Hattie Oates performing at the Imperial Hotel between 5pm and 7pm this Friday 20 November. Massiel Barros-Torning will be taking centre stage at Clique Creations between 10am and 12pm on Saturday 21 November. ... See your favourite local musicians performing live in the Armidale CBD streets each Friday and Saturday.

09.01.2022 It's not too late to join Council's webinar this evening and learn more about the Special Rate Variation and Rates Harmonisation. Join us from 6pm to see the presentation and ask questions. Register to join here -https://register.gotowebinar.com/regist/4157300054807603468

09.01.2022 Council is seeking suitable applicants to join the team in delivering a broad range of services to the community. Apply for a vacant position now - https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au///positions-vacant

08.01.2022 The Armidale Library is getting a new science themed mural. Submit your ideas today.

08.01.2022 UPDATE ON DUMARESQ CREEK BRIDGE REPLACEMENT - COOKES ROAD: The replacement of the Dumaresq Creek Bridge on Cookes Road has been slightly delayed due to ongoing wet weather. Piling for the bridge foundations was on schedule, however, Council has been unable to pour concrete due to the creek's water levels being too high. It's expected the project will now be finished in May, weather permitting.

08.01.2022 Meet the internationally-acclaimed artist behind the Guyra Main Street Mural draft concepts. See how he adapted the illustrations of Guyra Central School students - then visit our Your Say Armidale page to vote for your favourite. https://yoursay.armidale.nsw.gov.au/guyra-main-street-mural https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDk_TJ4iUes

07.01.2022 Council is reminding residents to stay the course and adhere to level 3 water restrictions as temperatures climb and the Armidale region catchment misses out on much needed rainfall to top-up the water supply. The last two weeks of water usage statistics has seen a steep increase in water consumption with daily per person usage already at 180-190 litres per person per day. Our current target for level 3 restrictions is set at the NSW State average of 180 litres per person per day.

07.01.2022 The sounds of local music talent is hitting the streets of Armidale's CBD as the city plays host to Live and Local Streets Edition. See your favourite local musicians performing live each Friday and Saturday. To kick off the Live and Local event, the following talents are playing from this Friday evening: ... Oct 16: 5pm 7pm @ Charlie’s Last Stand Pete Stanley Oct 17: 11am 1pm @ New England Collective Lily Rose Oct 23: 5pm 7pm @ The New England Hotel James Brinkhoff & Wendy Griffith Oct 24: 11am 1pm @ Granny Fi’s Toy Cupboard Jhana Allan Musician line up will be announced each fortnight. If you are planning on heading down to enjoy the music please be advised COVID19 gathering rules still apply and we recommend you make a booking at a surrounding business to listen. If you are a solo or duo musical piece and have not yet applied and wish to be involved please contact 02 6770 3804 or email [email protected] for further information.

07.01.2022 The slides at Curtis Park playground are closed until further notice due to vandalism that occurred last night. UPDATE: The damage has been repaired and the slides are now open to the public.

06.01.2022 Monckton Aquatic Centre will be transformed into a spooky spectacular on Friday 15 January for the Fright Night Pool Party. The family friendly event has something for all ages, with child-friendly activities scheduled for the early evening, followed by a screening of scary movie The Meg for the older kids and adults. Tickets are $8 per person, and numbers will be limited to adhere to COVID restrictions. Pre-purchase tickets at the Monckton Aquatic Centre, or alternatively, you can buy a ticket at the gate on the night. The event will run from 6:00pm until 10:30pm.

06.01.2022 Have you signed-up your business yet to participate in this great shop local initiative?

06.01.2022 Live and Local is hitting the streets of Armidale each week with local musicians performing live in the Armidale CBD each Friday and Saturday This week's line up of musicians includes: Arnold Alska at Boo Books this Friday from 5pm to 7pm, and Sons of Autumn performing at Charlie’s Last Stand on Saturday between 12pm and 2pm.... If you are planning on heading down to enjoy the music please be advised COVID19 gathering rules still apply and we recommend you book at a surrounding business to listen.

06.01.2022 Construction of the bridge on Castledoyle Road took a huge step forward this week, with the arrival and installation of the pre-fabricated decking beams. The project to replace the ageing timber bridge with a new concrete structure was funded by the Federal Government's Drought Communities Programme Extension. It removes the need for a weight limit and will improve road safety.

06.01.2022 It’s been more than a decade in the making, and now the Armidale Airside Business Park is officially ready for take-off. Today the $6.5-million project was launched, marking the start of a new era of economic growth for the Armidale region.

05.01.2022 As part of the $900,000 NSW Government Drought Stimulus Funding, Council is offering fifty $2000 grants to eligible businesses that need start up assistance, are wanting to expand, or needing to improve their online services. Businesses will need to meet a specific criteria, and all applications will be assessed by an independent panel. Applications must be made online between October 2 and October 30, and successful applicants will be notified by Monday 16 November. Apply now! https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//small-business-re

05.01.2022 Qantas is now offering 19 flights per week in and out of the Armidale Regional Airport in the latest big step to a gradual return to pre-pandemic flights in the region.

05.01.2022 An auction of Council owned items will occur this Sunday 29 November at the Exhibition Centre in Canambe Street. The items are part of a larger auction held by Armitage & Buckley auction items are listed on Council's website. Please note that some items may be withdrawn prior to auction.

04.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council invites quotations from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to install up to 240 lineal metres of 375mm diameter reinforced concrete pipes and associated pits at Newling Playing Fields, Kentucky Street Armidale. Quotations will be received until 2pm on Tuesday 1 December, 2020. The request for Quotation and supporting documentations are available on Council's Public Notices section of the website - https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au/home/public-notices

04.01.2022 Are you a local business woman operating a business within the Armidale LGA and wanting to grow your business? Apply now for the Rural Women In Business grant program developed by Armidale Regional Council and made possible through Federal Bushfire Recovery funding. Working in collaboration with a range of businesses to hold workshops and events, the program will provide information on areas such as social media activation, business budgeting, marketing, and business growth and development within these new times. To apply and for further information, visit International Rural Women’s Day - Women in Business on Council's website. Applications close Thursday 12 November.

04.01.2022 Council has developed a new television commercial to run over the Summer period to promote the Armidale region.

03.01.2022 Kempsey Road is now closed to the public until further notice due to the recent rainfall. The road is considered unsafe and should not be driven between Raspberry Road and Black Bird Flat. The road is open to essential and emergency services at this stage, however may be closed at any time. The community meeting scheduled at Lower Creek RFS Shed for Saturday 20 March has been cancelled.... UPDATE: Kempsey Road is closed between Blackbird Flat and Raspberry Road. The road condition is dangerous with a number of landslips and rock falls. Council is monitoring the area and will commence recovery works as soon as the weather permits.

03.01.2022 ROCKVALE ROAD BITUMEN SEALING UNDERWAY I was very pleased last week to work finally get underway on sealing another 1.4km section of Rockvale Road, betw...een Armidale and Guyra Road. This important freight link has been a burr under the saddle of many motorists for years now and this latest work, supported by the State Government, will leave just 7.5km unsealed. I’ll continue to work with Armidale Regional Council to help secure funds to finish the job and ensure there is no more gravel on this road. Guyra Gazette 2AD Armidale Express Paul Toole MP NSW Roads Transport for NSW John Barilaro ABC New England North West PRIME7 News North West NSW Farmers Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association Guyra & District Chamber of Commerce

03.01.2022 If you’re a female entrepreneur operating a business within the Armidale LGA, you could be eligible for Council’s Rural Women in Business grant program. Targeted at women living rurally, the program helps businesses upskill in the areas of marketing, social media activation, business budgeting, and business growth. It will also provide information for businesses looking to grow their online presence, which is especially important during these times.... Applications close Thursday 12 November. Apply now - https://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au//international-rur

03.01.2022 Following an extensive recruitment process Council has appointed James Roncon to the position of General Manager on a five year performance based contract.

03.01.2022 Live stream today's Ordinary Council Meeting.

02.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council is applying for a grant from the NSW Government to remediate the old Guyra Landfill on Everett Street. A public meeting was held on Tuesday January 12, 2021 to inform residents of the planned works and why the rehabilitation of the site is needed, following the landfill’s closure 12 years ago. These works are necessary in order to return the land to its previous state, and to ensure the environment and the nearby catchment is not polluted. If successful with the grant, the existing Recycling and Waste Transfer Station, which remains open to the public, will also receive an upgrade. For more information, visit the Armidale Regional Council website.

02.01.2022 The Armidale region was burdened by the worst drought on record last year and now residents can compare water usage and dam storage levels dating back to pre-drought conditions to help in our ongoing water conservation efforts. The region’s water usage and dam level statistics are being published on Council’s website each week to showcase past and present water consumption behaviours and guide residents on our ‘new normal’ for water consumption.

02.01.2022 The main pool at Guyra Swimming Pool will be closed to the public between 12pm and 2.30pm from today until Friday 27 November for school swimming. The baby pool is operating as normal. For further information please contact the Guyra Swimming Pool on 6779 1335.

01.01.2022 PLAYING FIELDS OPEN Armidale Regional Council wishes to advise that the following sporting fields are now open for use following a period of closure due to wet weather. - Armidale Sportsground - Rologas - Wicklow South... - Newling Oval - Lambert Park *Please note Wicklow North remains unavailable. See more

01.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Council’s offices, libraries and community service facilities will be closed during the festive period, from Christmas Day to 4 January. Armidale Folk Museum and Visitor Information Centre will be closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day and will operate as usual for the remainder of the Christmas holidays.... Monckton Aquatic Centre and Council’s recycling and waste facilities will only be closed on Christmas Day, while the Guyra pool will close on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Waste collection services will continue as normal over the Christmas break. For urgent enquiries please contact Council’s 24 hour service on 1300 136 833. For all other enquiries please refer to Council’s self service portal on our website.

01.01.2022 UPDATE - KEMPSEY ROAD Council crews have been able to clear a rough track on the road blocked by the landslip between Lower Creek and Blackbird Flat. The area of the landslip is still extremely unstable and localised rock falls are occurring. A geo-technical engineer will assess the site this afternoon. Residents are asked to only use the road for emergencies and exercise extreme caution if traversing the road.

01.01.2022 The Guyra and Armidale Libraries will be closed for a Union Picnic Day tomorrow Tuesday 3 November. The libraries will reopen as normal on Wednesday.

01.01.2022 Armidale Regional Council is currently looking for enthusiastic and motivated individual General Hand to join its Water and Sewer team. https://applynow.net.au//ARC95-general-hand-utilities-guyra