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25.01.2022 Did you know if you've recently built a new house you can get up to 6 FREE plants for your property? Our Free Tree Giveaway is on again! A range of plants are available from ground covers like Star Jasmine through to shrubs including Coastal Rosemary, Bottlebrush and Gardenia. Applications must be received no later than 5pm, Friday 19 March. To apply now visit http://ow.ly/WpXM50DMeYr

24.01.2022 Council’s Parking Enforcement Policy is now on public exhibition. The policy aims to manage public safety, traffic flow, and provide equitable access to available parking spaces. For more info and to have your say visit bit.ly/CCC-Parking-Enforcement-Policy

23.01.2022 Due to recent developments and the advanced contact tracing capabilities of the Service NSW app, Cessnock and Branxton pools will be implementing the Service NSW QR code system at both facilities from 26 December 2020. This means the 1Breadcrumb check-in system will be disabled and, upon entering either facility, patrons will be required to scan the new Service NSW QR code on display or report to staff to be manually checked in. Should you have any enquiries regarding these changes, please do not hesitate to discuss with a staff member at your next visit. We appreciate your cooperation.

20.01.2022 With Summer already here, you may be talking with your family and friends about getting ready for severe weather such as floods and bush fires. Have you incorporated your pets into your plans? Find out more at www.getreadyanimals.nsw.gov.au

20.01.2022 A reminder that double demerits are in force from today through to 3 January inclusive on all NSW roads. Slow down, wear a seatbelt and keep the phones hands-free - let's all stay safe this holiday season. For more info visit bit.ly/rms-nsw-demerits

20.01.2022 The weather's heating up, time to get the bikes out and take a ride! Council’s Economic Development have partnered with the local cycling community to launch ‘Cycle Hunter Valley’, a new brochure packed with all the info cyclists need to explore our area. More info at bit.ly/2Khsu9e

20.01.2022 International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is held every year on 3 December. It celebrates the contributions and achievements of people with disability around the world and aims to generate greater understanding in our community. With over 10,600 people living with disability in the Cessnock region, Council has a key role to play in creating accessible and inclusive spaces that all community members can enjoy. We are currently developing a new Disability Inclusion A...ction Plan (DIAP) which will outline the steps we'll take over the next four years to create a more inclusive community for people with disability living in and visiting Cessnock. Follow our DIAP progress here: www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au/diap For more information about IDPwD and great ways to celebrate, visit International Day of People with Disability - Australia or www.idpwd.com.au

19.01.2022 While it's not the same as a live Carols in the Park, our Carols at CPAC videos have been a special way to celebrate the meaning of Christmas in these crazy times. Merry Christmas Eve, we hope that your day is a special one! http://ow.ly/KIuI50CQAzW

19.01.2022 Council is excited to announce Bob Turner as Cessnock's new 2021 Australia Day Ambassador, replacing the previously assigned David Bitton who can no longer attend due to unforeseen circumstances. One of Australia’s most respected business minds in sport, Bob Turner is known for his significant contribution to the National Basketball League (NBL) and the growth of basketball as a popular sport in Australia. Tune into our Australia Day live stream to hear from this distinguished coach, marketer, manager, motivator and team owner. Read on: http://ow.ly/BgE550D73bl

18.01.2022 We're so pleased to be involved in Cessnock Walks Kawuma! Our staff got involved and we submitted over 60 selfies to join the display. WE SAY NO!

18.01.2022 In honour of the 1,200 lives lost and over 39,000 seriously injured on our roads each year, Australia's favourite icons, bridges and buildings will light up yellow this Sunday to mark the start of National Road Safety Week 2020 (15 22 November). An annual initiative from the Safer Australian Roads and Highways (SARAH) Group, Council is proud to support National Road Safety Week and help promote ways to reduce road trauma and fatality. You can support by taking the Pledge to Drive so Others Survive here: https://bit.ly/3eUCmBg

18.01.2022 Council reminds the community that scheduled paver cleaning and sealing will commence this evening from Cooper Street to Wollombi Road (north side of Cooper Street to Hotel Cessnock). Works will be undertaken by Council contractors and occur from 6pm - 6am Monday to Wednesday and be complete by Wednesday 20 January (weather permitting). Shop owners have been notified of the works. Please direct any enquiries to Council customer services on 02 4993 4100.

17.01.2022 UPDATE 4:27pm: Severe weather in the area has eased. This post will only be updated if the situation worsens. VERY DANGEROUS STORM: Greater Newcastle ... UPDATE 3:47pm LARGE, POSSIBLY GIANT HAILSTONES and DAMAGING WINDS likely WHAT THE THUNDERSTORM IS DOING Very dangerous thunderstorms near Newcastle City, Raymond Terrace, Belmont and Wallsend are moving east to southeast. They are forecast to affect Williamtown, Medowie, Lemon Tree Passage and Mallabula by 4:15 pm and Anna Bay and Fingal Bay by 4:45 pm. An 81km/hr gust was observed south of Singleton at 2:23pm. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO Move your car under cover or away from trees and secure loose items around your house, yard and balcony. Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately For SES assistance phone 132 500 More information from Bureau of Meteorology https://bit.ly/3njrRdx Tune in to ABC Newcastle on 1233AM, stream at https://ab.co/36Akxnj or on the ABC Listen app for regular updates If you're not sure what to do before, during or after severe weather, visit our website https://ab.co/2OQEMVK Candice Hunter, Cessnock.

16.01.2022 The Christmas holidays are fast approaching, and once again Cessnock City Library has a great range of fun and free activities, with something for everyone! For a full programme of what’s happening at your library, drop into Cessnock or Kurri Kurri Library and pick up a flyer, or visit bit.ly/libraries-christmas-2020 for more info.

15.01.2022 We've had a great response so far but if you're a young person and are yet to take part in the YES survey there's still time! It's aimed at finding out issues that matter to YOU and it closes on 30 November! To do the YES survey or find out more visit https://bit.ly/3kX6qgH

15.01.2022 We're asking you do a quick survey to help us plan for the future of Maybury Peace Park/Chinaman's Hollow, Weston. The feedback collected will assist us in the development of a new Masterplan for the park. On another note.... How beautiful is this park! It has to be one of the most beautiful spots in the LGA to take a stroll or have a picnic. To do the survey or find out more visit http://ow.ly/UmOi50CrLxx

15.01.2022 Well done to the Millfield Rural Fire Brigade and the Congewai community for taking out the Get Ready Community Award! They pulled together and prepared ahead of a huge fire front known as the Crump Complex fire last bush fire season. It's a reminder to us all of the power of community in coming together and supporting each other during disaster.

14.01.2022 It's great to see upgrade works starting on Cessnock Road at Testers Hollow. The Transport for NSW project will see the 900m stretch of road raised 1.5m higher, reducing the impact of flooding and improving connectivity and safety for our community. The commencement of works was made official this morning with Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack MP, Senator Perin Davey, Paul Toole MP and Michael Johnsen MP - Nationals Member for Upper Hunter joining Cessnock City Mayor Bob Pynsent and Maitland City Mayor Loretta Baker on site.

14.01.2022 The Mayoral Scholarships 2021 are now open! We’ve changed the criteria to give more locals the opportunity to apply who are undertaking training or study. Are you an apprentice in manufacturing or mining? Are you doing training in the hospitality or tourism sector? Are you a university or TAFE student? If this sounds like you, you may be eligible for a scholarship of $2500. To apply visit www.cessonck.nsw.gov.au/mayoral-scholarships

13.01.2022 Merry Christmas Eve! A quick reminder that kerbside waste collections that usually occur tomorrow will be collected on Saturday 26 December. For further info visit cessnock.nsw.gov.au/closures or contact Council customer services on 4993 4100.

13.01.2022 Do you know an outstanding individual or community group whose contribution to the Cessnock region should be rewarded? Why not nominate them for a 2021 Australia Day Award. For more information and to make a nomination, visit www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au/australia-day TODAY!

12.01.2022 Council is excited to announce that nominations for the 2021 Australia Day Awards are now open! The awards recognise outstanding achievement during the past year and/or contribution to the local community over a number of years. Find out more at http://ow.ly/CbwC50CiiQa and make a nomination at www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au/australia-day TODAY!

11.01.2022 Council is pleased to be offering support in the form of a Rates Subsidy to local not-for-profit community organisations in the 2021-22 financial year. The subsidy of up to 50% is designed to help with the delivery of their services and activities to the community of the Cessnock Local Government Area. Find out more: http://ow.ly/S9fr50D4MnV

10.01.2022 We're running our annual Christmas Gift and Food Appeal, with donations accepted from Tuesday 1 December. Residents can provide donations of new, unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items. All donations will be given to the Barkuma Neighbourhood Centre who will deliver to those doing it tough in the local community. Let's give generously this Christmas to those in our community who need it most. For more info visit http://ow.ly/7Q8R50Ct0jc

10.01.2022 This Thursday is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD)! IDPwD celebrates the contributions and achievements of people with disability in our community and aims to generate greater understanding and inclusiveness. This years theme is 'Building Back Better: Toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post COVID-19 world'. One of the first things we can do to help achieve a disability-inclusive world is educate ourselves. Visit the IDPwD website to find out more about respectful communication and how the use of inclusive, non-discriminatory language helps to avoid misunderstandings and promote respectful relationships. http://ow.ly/6ykB50CxInN

08.01.2022 This morning we checked out the fantastic upgrades to the Cessnock Tennis Courts and Club Evolve. The Club resurfaced unused tennis courts and installed 4 multi-purpose futsal courts thanks to a Club Sport Grant. We can't wait to see locals enjoying this great new facility.

08.01.2022 With last Sunday being the final Family Fun Day of the year, staff of Cessnock Pool, Branxton Pool and Kurri Kurri Aquatic and Fitness Centre would like to thank all who attended for their patience and compliance with our COVID-19 safety measures. We had fun and look forward to doing it again next year (hopefully without the restrictions)! Standard admission fees apply for the remainder of the season and COVID Safe session times remain in place. For more information, visit www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au/swimming-pools

08.01.2022 We’re seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from animal service providers suitable to fulfil a variety of animal management services. This is a collective EOI with Maitland City Council and Lake Macquarie City Council. If you’re interested and want to find out more about all the services please read the EOI carefully. The EOI closes on the 9 December. For more details visit http://ow.ly/opzr50ChgBR

07.01.2022 Help us keep household problem waste like used motor oil or car batteries out of environment, by dropping it off at our Community Recycling Centre, located inside Cessnock Waste Management Centre (remember, enclosed footwear must be worn at all times when visiting the Waste Management Centre). For a full list of what can be safely dropped off at the CRC, visit bit.ly/ccc-crc

06.01.2022 We've secured more than $1.3 million to fund 4 exciting projects under the NSW Government’s $50 million Resources for Regions Program. We've received the following: Cessnock Pool Splash Pad Stage 2 - $420,300 Beautification of Rotary Park, Kurri Kurri - $482,198 Cessnock Disadvantaged Youth Driver Training Program - $100,000... Cessnock City Cultural Hub - $309,700 We can't wait to deliver these projects to you! For more info visit http://ow.ly/CASZ50CyS2O

05.01.2022 While the recent update to the NSW Government Public Health Order requires those in Greater Sydney, Central Coast, Blue Mountains and Wollongong to wear a face mask on public transport, Cessnock City Council strongly encourages the wearing of face masks in the Cessnock Local Government Area on public transport and in areas where physical distancing may be compromised. Find out more about how you can be COVID safe when travelling at https://transportnsw.info/covid-19. Let's keep wider Cessnock COVID free

05.01.2022 We're holding a FREE Learner Driver Supervisors Workshop on Thursday 26 November running from 6pm to 8pm. The 2 hour workshop will be held using ZOOM and provide practical information for those teaching someone how to be a safe driver! http://ow.ly/EtBc50CiifE

05.01.2022 7:02PM: This warning has been cancelled by the weather bureau as severe weather is no longer occurring in the area. This post will not be updated unless the ...situation worsens. SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING Updated 6:02PM LARGE HAILSTONES, DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL likely WHAT THE THUNDERSTORM IS DOING There are severe thunderstorms near Wollombi and Congewai in the Watagan Mountains are moving north east. The storms are expected to reach Cessnock, Kitchener and Kearsley by 6:35 pm and Branxton, Kurri Kurri and Lochinvar by 7:05 pm. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately For SES assistance phone 132 500 More information from Bureau of Meteorology: https://bit.ly/3nDwS0M If you're not sure what to do before, during or after severe weather, visit our website https://ab.co/2OQEMVK

04.01.2022 Council will soon begin construction of a new brick storage facility for the Lions Club of Branxton on the site of Branxton Community Hall. The new purpose built facility will replace the recently removed shipping container at the rear of the Bowen Street site and provide the Branxton Lions Club with a more modern storage space to undertake activities associated with their community volunteer work. Read on: http://ow.ly/I0Dp50CuaYw

03.01.2022 A friendly reminder that Council's offices and administration building close today from midday. Changes to Council's facilities and services over the Christmas/New Year period are now available on our website at www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au/closures. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

02.01.2022 From Monday 1 March until Tuesday 30 March we're undertaking maintenance at Bridges Hill Park Playground. This includes an extra coat of paint on park furniture, work on the main play unit, gardening and cleaning. Don't worry you can still enjoy the playground and park but some areas will be restricted to allow our teams to get the job done.... We do have to close the main play unit from Monday 8 March until Thursday 11 March for important maintenance. To find out about the great facilities we have in our area visit https://bit.ly/3kpdvrS

02.01.2022 Did you know there are around 1,200 lives lost and over 39,000 serious injuries sustained as a result of road accidents in Australia each year? It's currently National Road Safety Week (NRSW). An annual initiative from the Safer Australian Roads and Highways - SARAH - Group, Council is proud to support NRSW and help promote ways to reduce road trauma and fatality. Find out more and take the Pledge to Drive so Others Survive today: https://bit.ly/3eUCmBg

01.01.2022 Mayor Pynsent and General Manager Lotta Jackson attended the relaunch of the Kurri Kurri Community Centre today! The Centre was severely damaged during a huge storm event and after much hard work the Centre has been upgraded and extensively renovated - in fantastic shape and able to serve the community even better than before.

01.01.2022 Nearly 400 local community members came together on the Laguna Village Green last Friday for a special night hosted by us! Community Recovery on the Green was free and organised to support bush fire impacted communities to reconnect, relax and thank local RFS volunteers following last year’s bush fire season. It was a wonderful night to get together and relax. Importantly, it was a way to say thanks and acknowledge RFS volunteers and their families who did it extremely toug...h. As a community we wanted to express our gratitude! For more information on being prepared for the current bush fire season visit https://bit.ly/36qunt3