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Rous County Council

Locality: Lismore, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6623 3800

Address: 218-232 Molesworth Street 2480 Lismore, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 *LOVE IT OR LOSE IT!* Have you heard of the Love it or Lose it animation campaign? Launched in 2017, Love it or Lose it is a quirky, light-hearted look at the serious and complicated problem of river and waterway health in our rural and urban areas. The collaboration between Ballina Shire Council , Lismore City Council, Kyogle Council, Rous County Council, Richmond Valley Council and North Coast Local Land Services involved the development of a series of three animated short... videos and supporting resources. These animations aim to raise awareness for current threats to local waterways such as urban and rural pollution and land degradation, while educating the community on how these threats can be mitigated through changes in everyday behaviour. Find out more: www.loveitorloseit.com.au #catchmenthealth #riverhealth #rivers #northernrivers #healthywaterways #positivechange #loveitorloseit #richmondriver #helpsavewater #wilsonsriver

24.01.2022 Did you know that Richmond Water Labs (RWL) is an independently operated business owned by Rous? Situated on the second floor of the Rous County Council admin building on Molesworth Street, RWL has been providing quality water testing for over 20 years! RWL holds NATA accreditation and specialises in the analysis of water, for individuals and businesses for all compliance and environmental purposes, including: testing if a new bore is suitable for drinking... testing water tanks and provide advice on how to best treat it testing water quality of dams used for livestock. They even sample tips and sewerage treatment plants to ensure that our environment remains clean and healthy! To find out more about how RWL can help you go to the website or call them on (02) 6623 3888. https://www.waterlab.com.au/

24.01.2022 **WEEDS AWARENESS** Miconia is sought after by plant collectors for its distinct leaves with Purple-blue undersides, this Miconia species, also known as the velvet tree, has the potential to become a major problem in moist rainforests of Northern NSW. View all our available weed fact sheets at: ... https://www.rous.nsw.gov.au/weeds NSW Department of Primary Industries free WeedWise App: https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/biosecuri/weeds/nsw-weedwise-app #RCC #RousCountyCouncil #Rous #weeds #weedbiosecurity #miconia

23.01.2022 River Reach Program We are happy to announce the completion of Phase One of the River Reach Program for Emigrant Creek! The program included bush regeneration along 23 hectares of high priority land on seven properties in the Emigrant Creek catchment, along with three riverbank restoration projects. The River Reach Program began in 2017 to improve watercourse stabilisation and riparian conditions along our water supply catchments of Emigrant Creek and the Wilson River to redu...ce threats to ecological integrity and water quality. To find out more about the River Reach Program visit: rous.nsw.gov.au/riverreach #riverreach #catchmenthealth #riverhealth #rivers #northernrivers #healthywaterways #richmondriver #wilsonsriver #bushregeneration #riparian https://youtu.be/N47XpyVUlY4

22.01.2022 WEED CONTROL ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER (Permanent full-time) This position will assist the Bush Regeneration and Weed Control Team Leader in the supervision of Weed Control Officers and contractors undertaking weed control and surveillance activities.... Salary range $58,156 - $68,026 per annum based on skills and experience plus statutory superannuation (9.5%) and generous working conditions including a 76 hour, nine-day fortnight. Applications close: 9:00am Tuesday 10th November 2020. A position description, information package and further details about Rous County Council are available at www.rous.nsw.gov.au or by contacting Human Resources on (02) 6623 3800. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity across our workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

22.01.2022 Informative video produced by Richmond Landcare Inc on identifying and treating Broad leaf pepper tree, a high priority weed species in the region. https://www.facebook.com/RichmondLandcare/posts/3258915844212318?notif_id=1606702216394158¬if_t=page_tag&ref=notif

21.01.2022 ***RE-ADVERTISED*** INFORMATION MANAGEMENT BUSINESS ANALYST (Permanent Full-Time) This role will administer, operate and provide governance over Council’s Electronic Document Records Management System (EDRMS) and associated suite of products in order to meet regulatory and best practice requirements for information management. The role will also provide leadership and structure in driving continual improvement of corporate business information management and record keeping pr...ocesses. Salary range $72,467- $84,770 per annum based on skills and experience plus statutory superannuation (9.5%) and generous working conditions including a 70 hour, nine-day fortnight. Applications close: 9:00am Tuesday 20 October 2020 A position description, information package and further details about Rous County Council are available at www.rous.nsw.gov.au or by contacting Human Resources on (02) 6623 3800. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity across our workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

21.01.2022 ASSET MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS OFFICER (Permanent full time) This role will manage the ongoing development, implementation and review of asset management strategies, processes and spatial information systems, with a focus on continuous improvement aligned with contemporary standards, including the software and hardware required for its effectiveness.... Salary range $76,419 - $89,388 per annum based on skills and experience plus civil liability allowance, superannuation (9.5%) and generous working conditions including a 70 hour, nine-day fortnight. Applications close: 9 am, Thursday 12 November A position description, information package and further details about Rous County Council are available at www.rous.nsw.gov.au or by contacting Human Resources on (02) 6623 3800. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity across our workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

21.01.2022 **RAINWATER TANK RESIDENTIAL REBATE PROGRAM** Looking for ways to save water? Considering the benefits of installing a rainwater tank? If you live in the Ballina, Byron, Lismore or Richmond Valley Council areas you may be eligible for a rebate of up to $2,170. ... Read all about it here: http://www.rous.nsw.gov.au/rainwatertankrebates Rous County Council works closely with Ballina Shire Council, Byron Shire Council, Lismore City Council and Richmond Valley Council to deliver this program. #RCC #RousCountyCouncil #Sustainability #Savewater #Rainwatertank #160Lchallenge #watersecurity #water

21.01.2022 **Killen Falls Walking Track Temporary Closure** Ballina Shire Council has commenced activities requiring the closure of the Killen Falls parking area, amenities, walking tracks and waterfall between Monday 26 Oct - Thurs 29 Oct 2020. Please note that access to the water walk and viewing platform at Emigrant Creek Dam managed by Rous County Council will be closed for the same period.... #killenfalls #ballinawaterfalls #ballina #ballinashirecouncil #byronwaterfalls #byron image credit: Ballina Shire Council

21.01.2022 **WEEDS AWARENESS** Chinese violet is a mat-forming creeper that can smother more desirable plants. The flowers appear late summer but can be all year round and are bell-shaped white with two purple marks in the centre. View all our available weed fact sheets at: ... https://www.rous.nsw.gov.au/weeds NSW Department of Primary Industries free WeedWise App: https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/biosecuri/weeds/nsw-weedwise-app #RCC #RousCountyCouncil #Rous #weeds #weedbiosecurity #chineseviolet

17.01.2022 Our Weed Biosecurity Officers recently located an outbreak of Amazonian Frogbit (Limnobium laevigatum), an invasive water weed. It had spread along a 36-km stretch of water nr Lismore, most likely introduced to this region as decorative aquatic plants for backyard ponds or aquariums. RCC in partnership with NSW DPI deployed a rapid response to the outbreak, including surveillance along affected and adjoining waterways and installing a series of booms to prevent spread and min...imise any further impact on the environment. Frogbit is a fast growing, floating freshwater Prohibited Matter species that can: form large dense mats across the water's surface prevent native water plants from growing reduces light, food and shelter for fish and other aquatic animals block waterways and irrigation channels. If found, keep contained (if isolated). Report to: 1. Rous County Council: 02 6623 3800 or [email protected] 2. RCC ‘Report a weed’ : rous.nsw.gov.au/reportaweed 3. DPI Weed Helpline: 1800 680 244 or [email protected] *IMPORTANT* Releasing Frogbit into the wild will cause it to fragment into waterways and rapidly reproduce. On the spot fines and heavy penalties can be issued for trading/selling . More info: rous.nsw.gov.au/weeds

16.01.2022 NEXT STEPS FOR THE FUTURE WATER PROJECT 2060 The 10-week public exhibition period for the Future Water Project 2060 (FWP2060) closed on 9 September 2020. Public submissions made during this time will now be collated by an external consultant, who will provide a report to Rous County Council and its Councillors for their examination.... This report will be tabled at an ordinary Council meeting in December. At this time, Councillors will consider the submissions and determine the next phases in securing future water for our region. After being open from 1 July for six weeks, the public exhibition period was extended in August for an additional four weeks, giving the community even more time in which to provide their views on the FWP2060. Rous County Council would like to thank all of those who made a formal submission during this time. To find out more about the FWP2060, please visit www.rous.nsw.gov.au/futurewater

14.01.2022 IT'S NATIONAL WATER WEEK!! Households and business owners in the Northern Rivers are saving water and money with simple changes. How wise are you with water? #Water #Waterweek2020 #lismoreshirecouncil #ballinashirecouncil #byronshirecouncil #richmondshirecouncil

14.01.2022 Big Scrub Rainforest Day is on once again! Join us online this Sunday to hear from experts on important issues relating to the recent bushfires in and around Nightcap National Park. A big thank you to our long-term partners Big Scrub Landcare Inc and Envite Environment and valued supporters Save our Species and NSW Department of Planning, industry and environment for the event and its unique format for 2020. ... Register at https://savingrainforests.eventbrite.com.au https://vimeo.com/454630987

14.01.2022 **SUBMISSIONS CLOSING SOON** The public exhibition period for Rous County Council’s Future Water Project 2060 proposed plan closes this week. Read the community brochure and reports, and use the easy online form to provide your feedback at: https://www.rous.nsw.gov.au/futurewater... Submissions close 9 September 2020. #RCC #RousCountyCouncil #Rous #watersecurity #FutureWaterProject2060 #futurewater #waterscarcity #fwp2060

12.01.2022 New funding to tackle spread of TSA Tropical Soda Apple (Solanum viarum) is an aggressive, prickly high priority species (HPS) weed that our Weed Biosecurity team are battling to eradicate in the region. In September 2020, we received confirmation of a $33,600 grant from Local Land Services for the control of the weed. The funds will be used in a 12-month project to assist Rous control Tropical Soda Apple in newly infested high-risk pathways in the Tweed and Kyogle Local Gov...ernment Areas. These infestations occur in riverbanks or wetlands along Grady’s Creek, Byrrill Creek and part of the Tweed River. The funding will allow Rous to engage contractors to assist with this increased workload and free up Weed Biosecurity officers' time to manage other high priority infestations and other types of weeds. To report any findings of TSA, please immediately contact one of the following: 1. Rous County Council: 02 6623 3800 or [email protected] 2. RCC ‘Report a weed’: rous.nsw.gov.au/reportaweed 3. DPI Weed Helpline: 1800 680 244 or [email protected] More info: rous.nsw.gov.au/weeds #tsa #tropicalsodaapple #weeds #weedbiosecurity #nospaceforweeeeeds #farnorthcoastweeds

10.01.2022 GROUP MANAGER OPERATIONS (Permanent full time) This role will directly contribute to the development and formation of organisational strategy and business planning and proactively coordinate and lead the Operations group to deliver timely and consistent high-quality service. ... Salary range $120,187.60 - $140,592.40 per annum based on skills and experience plus civil liability allowance, statutory superannuation (9.5%) and generous working conditions including a 70 hour, nine-day fortnight. Applications close: 9:00am, Thursday 17 September 2020 For further information contact HR - phone: (02) 6623 3800 email: [email protected] or visit www.rous.nsw.gov.au We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity across our workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

09.01.2022 *$250,000 Awarded to tackle Tropical Soda Apple in bushfire affected areas* Rous County Council has recently been awarded a $250,000 grant from North Coast Local Land Services as part of the NSW Government Bushfire Recovery Stimulus program 2020-21 to control weed infestations of Tropical Soda Apple (TSA) on priority areas affected by the 2019-2020 bushfires. This funding will allow us to directly assist landowners and property managers whose properties were affected by the... fires and are vulnerable to the spread of TSA. These susceptible areas were determined prior to the submission by correlating existing TSA incursions with State Fire Mapping event data. Studies show that TSA can flourish rapidly in post-fire, drought or post-flood affected areas. Tropical Soda Apple is an aggressively invasive, prickly, thicket forming shrub that invades open to semi-shaded areas, particularly pastures and riparian zones. They are a hardy species that can survive in low nutrient environments, taking hold and spreading significantly faster than local native plant species. TSA has a negative impact on biodiversity by displacing native plants and disrupting ecological processes. To find out more about TSA and other high priority weed species, visit: rous.nsw.gov.au/weeds #tsa #tropicalsodaapple #weeds #rcc #rous #rouscountycouncil #northcoastweeds #nospaceforweeeeeds

08.01.2022 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY MANAGER (Permanent full-time) This role will provide leadership and direction in the development and implementation of information and communication technology and record management systems with a focus on continuous improvement and exceptional customer service. ... Salary range $96,314 - $112,663 per annum based on skills and experience plus statutory superannuation (9.5%) and generous working conditions including a 70 hour, nine-day fortnight. Applications close: 9:00am, Thursday 24th September 2020. For a full position description please contact HR - phone: (02) 6623 3800 email: [email protected] or visit www.rous.nsw.gov.au We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity across our workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

07.01.2022 Meet our Water Operations team Our water operators maintain our assets, which includes the pipes and tanks that deliver water to our direct customers as well as bulk water supply to Byron Shire Council, Ballina Shire Council, Lismore City Council and Richmond Valley Council. They are also involved in installing new water pipes and fixing leaks and broken water mains when they occur. Often, breaks occur along public verges or on private properties. This usually requires diggi...ng and excavating to access affected areas. It can be difficult work, especially in extreme weather conditions, but they do a great job of rapid problem solving so that our customers are not left without water for too long. We have over 2,000 direct water customers outside of supplying bulk water to our constituent councils. If you are one of our direct customers and call through to customer service about a water issue, these friendly faces are most likely to be who will come to your place to help. One of the many faces of Rous! To find out more, visit our website: www.rous.nsw.gov.au #water #watermains #wateroperators #rcc #rous #rouscountycouncil Images: Rous County Council Water Operators Brad Mayes (team leader), Josh Cleary, Dean Whitten, Dave Schneider and Alec Watson

07.01.2022 WEED CONTROL OFFICER (Permanent full time) This role requires demonstrated experience in the identification, surveillance and treatment of weeds at an appropriate level of expertise together with knowledge and experience in the application of herbicides.... Salary range $53,393 - $62,452 per annum based on skills and experience plus statutory superannuation (9.5%) and generous working conditions including a 76 hour, nine-day fortnight. Applications close: 9:00am Monday 28 September 2020 A position description, information package and further details about Rous County Council are available at www.rous.nsw.gov.au or by contacting Human Resources on (02) 6623 3800. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity across our workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

06.01.2022 **PARTHENIUM WEED OUTBREAK UPDATE** Following up on the recent discovery of Parthenium weed for the first time in this region, our Weed Biosecurity Officers are currently still undertaking their rapid response operation. The team also gained assistance from the Department of Primary Industry (DPI), Local Land Services (LLS) and other Weed Biosecurity Officers from NSW.... All visible plants have been removed from the core site however teams are surveying all high-risk sites in the region to see if any additional controls are needed. Over 80 surveys have been conducted in total and no additional infestations found. The surveys also included engaging with landholders to help better identify Parthenium and its effects on health and agriculture. If you suspect you have Parthenium weed growing on your property, please report immediately to: 1. Rous County Council: 02 6623 3800 or [email protected] 2. RCC ‘Report a weed’: rous.nsw.gov.au/reportaweed 3. DPI Weed Helpline: 1800 680 244 or [email protected] *IMPORTANT* As Parthenium is known to cause respiratory and other health issues, it is advised you exercise extreme caution if you suspect it is on your property. Report immediately, move all livestock away from that area and do not attempt to remove any plants yourself. More info: rous.nsw.gov.au/weeds North Coast Weeds Action Group Local Land Services NSW NSW Department of Primary Industries #parthenium #rcc #rous #weeds #northernrivers #nospaceforweeeeeds Photo 01: Our Weeds Biosecurity Team with additional experts from across the state from DPI, LLS and 4 other state control authorities. Image credit: NSW DPI Photo 02: Planning and executing the rapid response operation for Parthenium weed incursion. From L-R: Kylie Van Der Kolk - Regional Weeds Coordinator (LLS); Rod Ensbey - Team Leader Invasive Species Program - NSW DPI; Rhett Patrick - RCC Weed Biosecurity and Bush Regeneration Manager. Image credit: NSW DPI

04.01.2022 Blue Green Algae Awareness Blue Green Algae (BGA) blooms occur when excessive nutrients (particularly phosphorus and nitrogen) in the catchment collect in water bodies. As non-moving or slow-moving fresh water tends to stratify in temperature, it is often the top warmer layers that create the ideal environment for algal blooms to occur. Within Council's water sources BGA is usually found at Emigrant Creek Dam during hot summer months. BGA are types of bacteria known as Cyan...obacteria. They can create a greenish blue 'scum' on the surface of the water body. Some species of BGA are known to produce cyanotoxins which are a potential health hazard in water supplies and can be dangerous for humans, animals and aquatic animals. Management of BGA within the Rous County Council water supply dams is achieved by minimising nutrient loads through catchment management activities, management of aquatic weeds, and use of aeration systems to destratify water layers within the dam. In addition, weekly water quality sampling and testing is performed to monitor nutrient levels and algae activity. The Emigrant Creek Water Treatment Plant employs ozone and biologically activated carbon filters to treat water from Emigrant Creek Dam so it can be safely supplied to consumers. To find out more about risks and water treatment processes used for managing BGA blooms at Emigrant Creek Dam, refer to our website: Emigrant Creek Dam rous.nsw.gov.au/emigrantcreekdam RCC Water Treatment rous.nsw.gov.au/watertreatment Image credit: CSIRO website. #bga #bluegreenalgae #emigrantcreek #catchmenthealth #nutrientrunoff #rous #rouscountycouncil

04.01.2022 Meet our new Floodplain Officer Meet Chrisy, Floodplain Officer at Rous County Council. Chrisy has recently been permanently appointed to the position, which will lead the natural resource management activities related to Council’s Flood Mitigation infrastructure. Chrisy works with landowners, agricultural industries, non-government organisations, local and state government and universities to reduce the impact flood mitigation drains and floodgates have on the natural env...ironment. She is a familiar face to many on the floodplain with more than 20 years’ experience working with stakeholders to improve water quality, particularly related to acid sulfate soils. It is a challenging role, but one that Chrisy says she finds very rewarding. On any given day you will find Chrisy assessing how Council’s floodgates and drains can be managed to reduce their environmental impact, garnering support from landowners, liaising with industry, monitoring water quality and identifying future challenges and opportunities. To find out more about what we do on the floodplains, visit our website: www.rous.nsw.gov.au #floodplain #floodmitigation #rcc #rous #rouscountycouncil

04.01.2022 **FIRST-EVER OUTBREAK OF NEW PROHIBITED MATTER SPECIES IN NORTHERN RIVERS REGION** Our Weed Biosecurity Officers have uncovered an outbreak of Parthenium weed on a rural property in Tweed Shire for the first time in history for this region. Parthenium weed (Parthenium hysterophorus), a native of the Caribbean region, is both highly invasive to the natural and agricultural environment and is known to cause severe health reactions in humans and livestock.... The source of infestation is suspected to have come from a contaminated batch of chook feed. The discovery made when Rous Weed Biosecurity Officers were conducting targeted extension work on properties in the area identified as high risk of Parthenium weed incursion. Parthenium is endemic to parts of central Queensland and is slowly spreading to southern parts of Queensland but until now has never been reported in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, making it a significant biosecurity risk. Small outbreaks have occurred in other parts of the state, mainly from contaminated fodder and machinery. If found, immediately report to: 1. Rous County Council: 02 6623 3800 or [email protected] 2. RCC ‘Report a weed’ : rous.nsw.gov.au/reportaweed 3. DPI Weed Helpline: 1800 680 244 or [email protected] *IMPORTANT* As Parthenium is known to cause respiratory and other health issues, it is advised you exercise extreme caution if you suspect it is on your property. Report immediately, move all livestock away from that area and do not attempt to remove any plants yourself. More info: rous.nsw.gov.au/weeds North Coast Weeds Action Group #parthenium #rcc #rous #weeds #northernrivers #nospaceforweeeeeds