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Junee Shire Council

Locality: Junee, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6924 8100

Address: 29 Belmore Street 2663 Junee, NSW, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 UPCOMING ONLINE COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION - INLAND RAIL PROJECT ILLABO TO STOCKINBINGAL Inland Rail is a 1,700km fast freight backbone providing transit times of less than 24 hours for freight trains from Melbourne to Brisbane. Once complete, Inland Rail will transform how we move goods around Australia, better link businesses, farmers and producers to national and global markets and generate new opportunities for industries and regions. ... Over the last few months, Inland Rail has been undertaking a design refinement exercise of the Illabo to Stockinbingal section. This exercise identified a range of technical, environmental and budget challenges and opportunities and they are seeking input from landowners and stakeholders. On the below map, the dark blue line in the map shows the previous alignment 2019 design including bridges and level crossings. The light green line (optimised alignment) indicates the preferred refined design. The optimised alignment is not at the design level as the previous alignment and therefore does not include bridges over creeks. The orange lines located at Stockinbingal indicates the proposed bridge over the rail line and the rail connections to the existing east west rail line. SESSION DETAILS The online sessions will be held on: Thursday 17 Sept, 10am to 11.30am and 6pm to 7.30pm Saturday 19 Sept, 10am to 11.30am Tuesday 22 Sept, 10am to 11.30am and 6pm to 7.30pm REGISTER YOUR INTEREST To register for these briefings email [email protected] or call on 1800 732 761. They will send you a link when you register. For more information on the Illabo to Stockinbingal download the factsheet here: https://inlandrail.artc.com.au///documents/111005/download

23.01.2022 ESSENTIAL ENERGY - COMMUNITY CHOICES PROGRAM - NOW OPEN Essential Energy’s Community Choices program is open again, allowing people across rural, regional and remote NSW and parts of Southern Queensland to vote for grassroots causes that can do with some extra support. A total of $175,000 will be shared by eligible groups, with funding of up to $2,500 per successful group.... Eligible charities, registered not-for-profit groups and community groups can nominate themselves, or be nominated, from 12 April 2021. Full details are at essentialenergy.com.au/choices

22.01.2022 INTRODUCING EPETITIONS THE NEW ONLINE WAY TO BE HEARD BY NSW PARLIAMENT In an historic first, Cootamundra electorate residents are now able to petition the NSW Parliament online, following the introduction of ePetitions. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke said the digital move would make it easier for people to create, share and submit a petition, and could not come at a better time given the COVID-19 pandemic has forced communities to avoid in-person meetings, and instead ...find safe, non-physical ways to be heard by their elected representatives. Ms Cooke said while the people of the Cootamundra electorate will still be able to submit paper petitions to the NSW Legislative Assembly, the introduction of ePetitions provides a second, simple, online option to get their message to the NSW Parliament. Petitions are so important and help everyone to have their say on the issues that matter to our communities. This is a way everyone can have an easy, online way of connecting with their Parliament, Ms Cooke said. The petitions are created online, signed online and can be shared online, including on social media. The ePetitions platform has been custom-built with safety and security in mind, which means neither the public nor members can see who’s signed the online petition, and email addresses required to sign the petition are only used to inform signatories of its progress, and then deleted after six months, Ms Cooke said. Once a petition closes, a copy is provided to the relevant Minister. If the petition has more than 500 signatures the Minister must provide a written response. If an ePetition has more than 20,000 signatures, it will attract time in the Chamber, and arrangements will be made for Members to debate it in the House. For paper petitions, the threshold to spark a debate is 10,000 signatures. Petitions are an important tool in raising local issues, stimulating discussion and can often lead to action, Ms Cooke said. The NSW Parliament's ePetitions platform is unique in Australia it's fully online and almost entirely automated. It connects petitioners, through a presenting Member, to the Parliament itself. NSW is also the only jurisdiction in the country where citizens have the chance to have their petition debated by parliamentarians. The Speaker of the NSW Legislative Assembly, Jonathan O’Dea, said the introduction of ePetitions highlights the Parliament’s desire to modernise, and become better connected with citizens. We want Parliament to be a place that’s accessible and easy to navigate, and I congratulate the staff of the Legislative Assembly and Department of Parliamentary Services for developing this new online platform to better serve the people of NSW, he said. I look forward to seeing the new ePetitions roll in from across NSW, he said. For more information about ePetitions, go to: www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/epetitions Steph Cooke MP signing petition on Cowra Hospital

20.01.2022 Documents on Public Exhibition Development Proposal Council has received an application for a proposed New Building Use & Shop Fitout - Bottle Shop at 69 Lord Street, Junee. ... Any submission that you wish to make to Council must be in writing and must be received on or before 22 January 2021. Any submission that you make on this proposal will be in the public domain and may be referred to in Council’s Business Papers. If requested, Council will suppress your personal information. Should the matter be referred to a Council Meeting, could you please provide your postal address and/or fax number and/or email address so that a copy of the report can be forwarded to you. Should you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact the Development and Environmental Services Department on (02) 6924 8100 during normal business hours. A copy of the site plan can be obtained by visiting: https://www.junee.nsw.gov.au//documents-on-public-exhibiti

19.01.2022 Please be advised that the Street Art Workshop scheduled for tomorrow at 10am at the skate park has unfortunately had to be postponed due to lack on numbers.

18.01.2022 At the 22 September Ordinary Council meeting, Councillor Neil Smith was re-elected as Mayor and Councillor Matt Austin was re-elected as Deputy Mayor.

18.01.2022 The 2021 Seniors Festival commences next week with some fantastic activities on offer. Programs are available from the following locations: - Junee Shire Council... - Junee Recreation & Aquatic Centre - Junee Library - Junee Senior Citizens Hall For further information contact Council on 6924 8100.

16.01.2022 OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Council are excited to announce that the new Junee Regional Adventure Park located at Park Dam is now open to the public. This all inclusive park is a fantastic new facility for the Junee Shire.

14.01.2022 INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT The NSW Government are offering grants to communities across NSW to support the building, renovation and fit-out of infrastructure. Funding is available for arts and cultural infrastructure, sport and recreation infrastructure and projects that assist communities with essential infrastructure and disaster readiness. For further information visit:... https://www.responsiblegambling.nsw.gov.au//infrastructure Applications close 12 October 2020.

14.01.2022 HITTING THE ROAD THESE HOLIDAYS? WANT TO WIN A $100 VISA GIFT CARD? Driver fatigue is one of the biggest contributing factors in road crashes - particularly on our long country roads. To learn more about the dangers of driving tired and what YOU can do to avoid driver fatigue, take the Don’t Trust Your Tired Self Quiz and you could win!... More importantly you could save your life, the lives of your passengers and others on the road. To enter, complete the quiz via https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/D8B8JKF This competition is open from Friday 25 September and will close at midnight on 11th October 2020. Winners will be drawn (notified) by 18 October 2020.

14.01.2022 SCHOOL FORMALS TO GO AHEAD Year 12 students in the Cootamundra electorate will be able to celebrate finishing school the traditional way with COVID-19 safe graduation ceremonies and formals being allowed to take place during Term 4. NSW Nationals Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke said year 12 formals were an important milestone for students, and it would not be fair for the current crop of school leavers to miss out on the experience. ... I had several parents and grandparents reach out to me to express how important school formals are not only for students, but for our entire communities. Local hairdressers, dress shops, beauticians and other businesses look forward to school formals and helping our young people celebrate this important rite of passage, Ms Cooke said. I am so pleased our school leavers will be able to celebrate and come together with their friends as they embark on the next chapter of their lives. Our students who are currently studying for their HSC deserve to have something to look forward to after their exams. Schools across NSW will receive the COVID-19 safety plan guidance for Year 12 graduations and school formals by 11 September. Year 12 students requiring a COVID-19 test should tell their GP or testing clinic they are currently doing their HSC. This will ensure their test results are prioritised, minimising any disruption to their schooling and study. The NSW Government will also provide COVID safe guidance to students wanting to participate in schoolies under the current restrictions and health advice. Steph Cooke MP and Junee High School students

13.01.2022 2021 NSW Local Government Election Are you passionate about what happens in your local community? Becoming a councillor gives you a special opportunity to make a difference. As a councillor, you'll be responsible for making significant decisions that have a far-reaching impact on your community. Local Government NSW - Candidate Briefing Wednesday, 21 April 2021 5.30pm 8.30pm ... This seminar will enable those interested in becoming a Councillor to gain a better understanding of the role and responsibilities as an elected member of council and provide them with the information they will need to make a considered decision. Local Government NSW will be running the session in Wagga Wagga this Wednesday. Light refreshments will be provided. Register Now

12.01.2022 Don't forget that nominations for the 2021 Australia Day Awards are open. If you know of someone deserving of recognition nominate them for an award: - Citizen of the Year... - Young Citizen of the Year - Volunteer Team of the Year - Sports Person / Team of the Year - Junior Sports Person / Team of the Year Note: sporting awards include coaches, administrators, referees etc. Nominations close 4:00pm on Friday, 6 November 2020.

12.01.2022 Congratulations to all Year 12 students in the Junee Shire who celebrated their graduations today. We wish you all the very best in your future endeavours.

12.01.2022 HAPPENING TODAY AT 3pm The yellow brick road has been laid, will you be joining us in Junee for Broadway Sessions - the Official Opening of the Athenium Theatre Junee. 3pm - street party featuring live entertainment by The Groove Factorie, FREE kids activities, pop up bar in the brand new outdoor function space and food vendors. Bring a chair / picnic rug and enjoy a beautiful afternoon in this glorious weather ... 5:30pm - follow the yellow brick road. FREE movie event The Wizard of Oz. To avoid missing out, pre book your tickets by contacting Council on 6924 8100.

11.01.2022 Today we celebrate National Agriculture Day, paying tribute to the extraordinary efforts of Australian Farmers and all that is good about Australian Agriculture. Everyday and especially during COVID-19 farmers have had our back, continuing to grow the food and fibre, we all depend on. We farmers

10.01.2022 Council wish to advise that we are currently having difficulty with our telephone lines at our Belmore St offices. This is a Telstra issue and they are working to rectify this as soon as possible. Please email any queries to [email protected] or contact us via Facebook. We apologise for any inconveniences

10.01.2022 CALL TO HELP WITH HARVEST The Member for Cootamundra is urging the community to come together to help harvest the electorate’s agricultural crops. Steph Cooke MP said there is an opportunity for school leavers, retirees and job seekers to take part in bringing in the bumper harvests forecasted for the coming months. ...Continue reading

09.01.2022 Council wish to advise of widening and rehabilitation works commencing tomorrow (17/9/20) on Canola Way and continuing into next week. Traffic delays and disruptions may occur during the above works. Signage and traffic management measures will be in place. Council apologises for any inconvenience.

08.01.2022 The COVID-19 Mobile Testing Clinic will be in Junee on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 9 AM 11 AM. If you are displaying potential COVID-19 symptoms or have any concerns please get yourself tested.

08.01.2022 This week is NSW Seniors Week and to celebrate there are loads of activities happening around town. Pick up your program at any of the below locations: - Junee Shire Council - Junee Recreation and Aquatic Centre... - Junee Library - Senior Citizens Hall See more

08.01.2022 The NSW Government has put in place a new Public Health Order to ensure anyone who visits NSW from the Greater Brisbane area, or who has arrived in NSW from this area in recent days, must follow similar ‘stay at home’ rules as those being put in place by the Queensland Government. Under the Order, anyone entering NSW by any mode of transport from the City of Brisbane, City of Ipswich, Lockyer Valley Region, Logan City, Moreton Bay Region, Redland City, Scenic Rim Region, and Somerset Region must go directly to their home or place of accommodation in NSW, and remain there until 6pm on Monday 11 January 2021. See below NSW Health post for full details.

08.01.2022 The Council is seeking comment on its Gifts and Benefits Policy. This Policy is available at Council’s office and on its website at: www.junee.nsw.gov.au Submissions may be made in writing to Council up until 4:00pm Friday, 24 December 2020.

07.01.2022 School holiday fun starts next week at the Junee Recreation and Aquatic Centre and Junee Library, have you booked your spots? Important note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions bookings are essential with some activities having limited numbers.

07.01.2022 SEPTEMBER 2020 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Junee Shire Council will be holding their Council meeting today commencing at 4:30pm at the Council Offices located in Belmore Street. Please note, due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements there will be limited public access.

06.01.2022 SENIORS WEEK 2021 What's Happening - Wednesday, 21 April - 8:00am - Gentle Water Exercise at the Rec Centre - 12:30pm - Weekly Bingo at the Junee Ex-Services Club... - 1:00pm - Mixed Social Bowls at the Junee Bowling Club Full programs available at Council, Junee Recreation Centre, Junee Library and Junee Senior Citizens Hall.

06.01.2022 Are you a supplier looking to work with Inland Rail? An online Industry Briefing will be held on Thursday, 17 September to communicate the market opportunities the Procurement and Delivery strategy will create. For more information and to register, head to the Inland Rail website: https://inlandrail.artc.com.au/industrybriefing

06.01.2022 Council wish to advise that a beehive located at the new adventure playground site will be relocated in the next few days late in the afternoon. We ask people to avoid this area whilst this is taking place. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

06.01.2022 It's almost the holidays, woo hoo. Check out our upcoming school holiday program. There are some fantastic activities on offer at both the Junee Recreation and Aquatic Centre and Junee Library. Please note: Due to COVID-19 bookings are essential, with some activities having limited spaces, so get in and book your spots early.

05.01.2022 2021-22 VOLUNTEER GRANTS - EOI's closing soon. Each Federal Electorate has been allocated $132,450 to support organisations whose volunteers assist our communities and encourage the inclusion of vulnerable people in our society. Grants can be used to buy small equipment for volunteers or for the reimbursement of volunteer fuel, transport or training costs. Grants of between $1000 and $5000.... EOI's close on Tuesday, 20 April 2021. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Federal Member for Riverina electorate office on 6921 4600 or email [email protected]

05.01.2022 Australian Government Mobile Service Centre in Junee Visit the Mobile Service Centre to find out about Australian Government payments and services for rural families, older Australians, students, job seekers, people with disability, carers, farmers and self-employed people. WHEN:... - Wednesday, 23 September - 9am to 4pm - Thursday, 24 September - 9am to 3pm WHERE: - Belmore Street, near Council Offices

05.01.2022 COVID-19 Restrictions Update

05.01.2022 Junee Business and Trades as part of Small Business Month 2020 welcome all businesses to attend a free workshop titled Building Your Brand on Social Media. Presented by Robin Cabral from Development Consulting Solutions, learn about marketing your business on social media, building your brand consistently, protecting you reputation online and attracting the customers you want. To register visit:... www.junee.org.au/register/sbm2020 Registrations close 5pm Friday, October 2, 2020.

04.01.2022 REMINDER - Australian Government Mobile Service Centre in Junee - TODAY & TOMORROW Visit the Mobile Service Centre to find out about Australian Government payments and services for rural families, older Australians, students, job seekers, people with disability, carers, farmers and self-employed people. WHEN:... - Wednesday, 23 September - 9am to 4pm - Thursday, 24 September - 9am to 3pm WHERE: - Belmore Street, near Council Offices

03.01.2022 Council has engaged a contractor to remove two large trees in Memorial Park. The contractor will commence removing these trees on Wednesday, 13 January 2021 (weather permitting). Part of Memorial Park and Lorne Street will be closed for access while the trees are being removed. The decision to remove the two trees came after concerns were raised after large limbs had fallen off in recent times. A professional arborist was engaged to assess the trees and Council have followed his recommendation to remove both trees as they were deemed too dangerous to remain. Council apologises for any inconvenience.

02.01.2022 Head on down to Broadway, The Groove Factorie are here and sounding awesome. Oh did we mention FREE kids activities - face painting, jumping castles, tea cups. It’s all happening so come on down and join the fun

02.01.2022 Junee Shire Council has an opportunity for a Business Support Officer Customer Service on a permanent full time basis (35 hours per week). Reporting to the Manager Finance and Business you will play an integral part in the Finance and Administration team as the first and primary interface for delivery of information and services to the community and for managing relationships with customers and stakeholders. Applications close 5.00pm, Thursday, 8 October, 2020.... Interested applicants are asked to contact Lloyd Hart on 02 6924 8113 or Pamela Mace on 02 6924 8134 with any queries. Please refer to the position package for full details which is available on Council’s website: https://www.junee.nsw.gov.au/coun/career-opportunities.aspx

01.01.2022 The Library telephone lines are now back up and running.

01.01.2022 Please be advised that due to staffing the RMS Service Centre located at 29 Belmore Street, Junee will be closed today. Services will resume as usual tomorrow morning at 9am. We apologise for any inconvenience.

01.01.2022 REMINDER: the Athenium side of Broadway will be closed today from 1pm to approximately 7pm for Broadway Sessions - official opening of Athenium Theatre.