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Kempsey Shire Council

Locality: Kempsey, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6566 3200

Address: 22 Tozer Street 2440 Kempsey, NSW, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 IN HOUSE AUTHOR TALK AT KEMPSEY LIBRARY Kempsey Shire Library's first face to face event in what feels like forever will take place on Thursday 3 December at 10:30am with an author talk with local writer Karly Lane. Karly lives on the mid-north coast and she will come to read from and talk about her book Something Like This.... Due to social distancing restrictions, numbers are limited and bookings are essential. Register by calling the library on 6566 3210

24.01.2022 DO YOU KNOW ALL OF THE WORDS TO OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM? EXCELLENT! Because we're seeking a talented local singer to perform the national anthem, Advance Australia Fair, at the 2021 Australia Day Awards Ceremony in front of a very welcoming crowd. If selected, you'll also get to perform a second song of your choice, which represents Australia to you. And best of all, it’s a paid gig.... For more information as well as terms and conditions please visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ausday and to submit your audition, please email a link to your performance video to: [email protected]. Please also include a list of any public performances you have done in the past as well as your choice for the second song you would like to perform at the ceremony. Auditions are open until noon Wednesday 16 December 2020.

24.01.2022 BIG TURN OUT FOR FREE CARAVAN SAFETY DAY IN KEMPSEY There has been a big turn out in Kempsey for the booked out free Safety Checking Day for owners of caravans and camper trailers. This event is designed to increase driver awareness of the risks associated with towing and specifically to help drivers improve their understanding of why it’s important to get the weights, mass and dimensions right for the safety of themselves and other road users.... It is being hosted by Transport for NSW, NSW Police and Council. Thank you to all of the residents who attended.

22.01.2022 WATER INTERRUPTION: YARRAVEL Due to a water main break, properties on Link Rd and Steeles Creek Road may experience interruptions to their water supply today. The water is expected to be fully restored by Midday. ... Council apologises for the inconvenience.

21.01.2022 $300,000 AVAILABLE IN GRANTS FOR BUSHFIRE RECOVERY PROJECTS Local not-for-profit community groups are being invited to apply for a share of $300,000 in funding for projects that contribute to the Shire’s recovery after the devastating summer bushfires. Under the Bushfire Recovery Community Grants Program, Council is offering $300,000 for community-led projects, with a maximum of $30,000 available for any one project... Applications close on 17 November. For more information and to apply go to: https://yoursay.macleay.nsw.gov.au/recovery

20.01.2022 CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE HOURS TO EXTEND With changes in public health orders the hours of operation for Council's Customer Service Centre will extend from Tuesday 1 December. The Tozer Street offices will be open between 10am and 4:30pm four days a week, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.... Wednesdays will be used to prepare a six month trial of a mobile customer service unit that will travel to different areas of the shire each week from January. Telephone service hours will remain 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday. For more information phone 6566 3200 or head to http://www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/media-relea//mr20201201.html

20.01.2022 WORKS CONTINUE - ROADSIDE SLASHING, CRESCENT HEAD ROAD Council’s Works teams are continuing their work to improve our physical environment while taking all precautions to implement coronavirus workplace safety.... Roadside slashing along sections of Crescent Head Road will continue this week. Visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/works for Council’s full weekly works schedule, updated every Monday

19.01.2022 WORKS COMPLETE - ARMIDALE ROAD - HICKEYS CREEK TO GAP CREEK Council’s Works teams are continuing their work to improve our physical environment while taking all precautions to implement coronavirus workplace safety.... The installation of new guard rail on Armidale Road has been completed. Visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/works for Council’s full weekly works schedule, updated every Monday

18.01.2022 WE'RE HIRING! Looking for a new opportunity with Local Government? Passionate about your community? Kempsey Shire Council currently has the following positions available:... Senior Operator Sewer Process (Full time) Attendant Sewer Process (Full time) Volunteer Opportunity - South West Rocks Visitor Information Centre (Applications closes today) Coordinator Commercial Assets (Full time) To view full position descriptions or for more information go to: http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/

17.01.2022 UNDERSTANDING KERBSIDE RECYCLING Join Council as we celebrate National Recycling Week (Monday 9 to Sunday 15 November 2020). We invite you to value your resources and to give them a second life. We invite you to reduce the use of brand-new items, but instead to reuse and recycle. ... We encourage you to put the correct items in the recycling bin to stop contamination and maximise recycling. To help you recycle right we are sharing this infographic which explains the recycling process - what happens to your kerbside recycling once it is picked up?

16.01.2022 WORKS COMPLETE - CRESCENT HEAD CARPARK Council’s Works teams are continuing their work to improve our physical environment while taking all precautions to implement coronavirus workplace safety.... Sealing a section of the carpark (adjacent to the roundabout) on Pacific Street was completed last week. Visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/works for Council’s full weekly works schedule, updated every Monday

16.01.2022 WORKS CONTINUE - SOUTH WEST ROCKS SEAWALL Council’s Works teams are continuing their work to improve our physical environment while taking all precautions to implement coronavirus workplace safety.... Work completed this week included the installation of a new footpath and ramp. This week, the installation of the handrail will commence. Visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/works for Council’s full weekly works schedule, updated every Monday

14.01.2022 WORKS CONTINUE- SOUTH WEST ROCKS ROAD, JERSEYVILLE Council’s Works teams are continuing their work to improve our physical environment while taking all precautions to implement coronavirus workplace safety.... Last week, crews completed pavement stabilising and sealing. This week, work will focus on backing up new pavement and road edging. Visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/works for Council’s full weekly works schedule, updated every Monday

14.01.2022 ASBESTOS AWARENESS WEEK We all have a responsibility not to harm those around us and to keep our environment safe. Watch this clip to learn more about the dangers of asbestos and what you can do about it.

13.01.2022 HAPPY DIWALI KEMPSEY SHIRE Diwali is the festival of lights celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains. To all those marking the event in the Kempsey Shire today, we wish you and your family happiness, prosperity and joy.

12.01.2022 HALLS AND TENNIS COURTS OPEN Following the closure of Council’s halls and tennis facilities between March and June due to COVID-19, the community are encouraged to renew bookings at council facilities run by our volunteer committees. The venues that are currently operating are: Bellbrook School of Arts Hall... Bellbrook Tennis Club Crescent Head Community Hall Frederickton School of Arts Hall Gladstone Youth and Community Centre Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery Sherwood Hall South Kempsey Tennis Club South West Rocks School of Arts Hall Willawarrin Hall For bookings or more information please contact Customer Service on 6566 3200 or visit Council’s Customer Service Centre between 10am-2pm weekdays.

12.01.2022 NEW BANNERS ON SMITH STREET DESIGNED BY LOCAL STUDENTS We've installed new banners along Smith Street as part of the 16 Days of Activism for the Elimination of Violence towards Women and children campaign. A UN Women global initiative, the 16 Days of Activism runs from International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on 25 November through to International Human Rights Day on 10 December.... The campaign is driven locally by Kempsey Families and the Love Bites Committee of the Macleay with support from Council and encourages us all to eliminate gendered violence in our community. The new banners feature designs by local students, Emma Ross from St Paul's College and Anton Atkinson from Macleay Vocational College. If you currently require support or advice in this regard, please don't hesitate to contact Kempsey Families Incorporated on 6563 1588 or 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732.

09.01.2022 CALLING ALL LOCAL SINGERS Kempsey Shire Council is seeking a talented local singer to perform the national anthem, Advance Australia Fair, at the 2021 Australia Day Awards Ceremony in front of a very welcoming crowd. The selected performer will also get to perform a second song of their choice, which represents Australia for them. And best of all, it’s a paid gig.... For more information as well as terms and conditions please visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ausday and to submit your audition, please email a link to your performance video to: [email protected]. Please also include a list of any public performances you have done in the past as well as your choice for the second song you would like to perform at the ceremony. Auditions are open until noon Wednesday 16 December 2020.

09.01.2022 LET'S GET OUR SCRAP TOGETHER When your food scraps go in your green lidded bin it gets turned into professionally made compost. Did you know your green bin takes the following:... - Milk, cheese and yogurt - Grass, leaves and garden prunings - Bones, meat and fish - All fruit and vegetables So come on Kempsey Shire, let's get our scrap together! For more information go to: www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/scrap

09.01.2022 HAVE YOU GOT TALENT? Kempsey Shire Council is seeking a talented local singer to perform the national anthem, Advance Australia Fair, at the 2021 Australia Day Awards Ceremony in front of a very welcoming crowd. The selected performer will also get to play a second song of their choice, which represents Australia for them. And best of all, it’s a paid gig.... For more information as well as terms and conditions please visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ausday and to submit your audition, please email a link to your performance video to: [email protected]. Please also include a list of any public performances you have done in the past as well as your choice for the second song you would like to perform at the ceremony. Auditions are open until noon Wednesday 16 December 2020.

07.01.2022 WEEKLY WATER UPDATE Each week Council will provide weekly water data on Facebook and at http://www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/water/index.html AVG RAINFALL - 24-30 Nov - 0.2 mm ... RIVER FLOW - 30 Nov 215 megalitres per day AVG DAILY WATER USAGE - 24-30 Nov - 7.6 megalitres per day DAM LEVEL - 30 Nov - 95.61% See more

05.01.2022 IS SOMEONE YOU KNOW A HERO IN OUR COMMUNITY? Help us all celebrate them by submitting a nomination for an Australia Day Award today! Award categories:... Citizen of the Year Young Citizen of the Year Volunteer of the Year Community Group of the Year To make a nomination and for more information please visit: www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ausday

03.01.2022 BLACK SUMMER & BEYOND PHOTO EXHIBITION MOVES TO SHERWOOD Black Summer and Beyond - an exhibition of images from the Macleay is a travelling photographic exhibition that will move across the shire to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the 2019 fires. It officially opened on 7 November in Willawarrin. The exhibition is open to the public every day from 10am 3pm at the Sherwood Hall from Fri 27 Mon 30 November... https://youtu.be/anwf3o6t6kw

02.01.2022 MOPARRABAH ROAD UPDATE MEETING Moparrabah and Toorooka residents are invited to attend a community meeting at 3pm Tuesday 24 November at Majors Creek Causeway. Details of future remedial works on the causeway and the landslip will be discussed.

02.01.2022 NOMINATE A HERO TODAY! Take some time today to nominate someone who's been a hero to you for an Australia Day Award! Award categories:... Citizen of the Year Young Citizen of the Year Volunteer of the Year Community Group of the Year To make a nomination and for more information please visit: www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ausday

01.01.2022 CALLING ALL LOCAL SINGERS We're looking for a talented local singer to perform the national anthem, Advance Australia Fair, at the 2021 Australia Day Awards Ceremony in front of a very welcoming crowd. If selected, you'll also get to play a second song of your choice, which represents Australia for you. And best of all, it’s a paid gig.... For more information as well as terms and conditions please visit www.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ausday and to submit your audition, please email a link to your performance video to: [email protected]. Please also include a list of any public performances you have done in the past as well as your choice for the second song you would like to perform at the ceremony. Auditions are open until noon Wednesday 16 December 2020.