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25.01.2022 PRIVATE WORKS ON YOUR ROAD: Do you need works completed on your private property? Council’s grader and other road making plant are available to undertake works on your property. The best time to engage with Council’s roadwork crews is when they are working on a road near your property. Over the next month Council’s road crews will be working on the following roads subject to weather conditions: Around Baradine & Bugaldie Baradine Road near Ashby Road intersection Barad...ine Road near Three Hills Road intersection Around Goolhi Booloola Road Walls Road Around Purlewaugh Purlewaugh Road near Maroo Road intersection Maranoa Road Around Binnaway & Weetaliba Neible Siding Road Dowd Road Kurrajong South Road Burma Road Boogadah Road Around Coolah Black Stump Way near Allison Bridge Mt Hope Road Coolah Creek Road Sleightholmes Road Around Leadville Pine Ridge Road Lawson Park Road Narangerie Road Bong Bong Road Around Dunedoo Spring Ridge Road Tonniges Road Around Mendooran Yarragrin Road Beni Road Please note that a Private Works Agreement Form is to be completed prior to the commencement of any work on private property. Please contact Council’s Manager Road Operations on (02) 6849 2000 for further information.

25.01.2022 SAVE THE DATE! 2021 NSW Local Government Elections will be taking place Saturday 4 September 2021 for election of Councillors. Save the date as voting is compulsory. Follow the link for more information https://elections.nsw.gov.au/lge21

25.01.2022 MERRYGOEN WATER SUPPLY RESTORED: a blockage has been cleared in the supply main and the water supply to Merrygoen has been re-established. Further maintenance works at Merrygoen have been scheduled to be completed by the end of January.

25.01.2022 CLOSING DOWN SALE - Warrumbungle Quarry, Coonabarabran Warrumbungle Quarry will open for exbin sales only on Saturday, 14 November between 7.00am and 3.00pm and Sunday, 15 November between 7.00am and 12.00pm. All products will be 20% off regular exbin prices excluding crusher dust. For more information on this sale please contact Council on (02) 6849 2000.

24.01.2022 SWIMMING LESSONS COONABARABRAN AND BARADINE: The Royal Life Saving Society of NSW is facilitating a summer vacation program across the January school holidays at the public swimming pools in Baradine and Coonabarabran. The program involves free swimming lessons for those families and children most in need. Families can register their interest by sending the following information to [email protected] ... 1. Must quote reference- ‘RLS Community Support’ 2. Provide the following details so you can be contacted when bookings open in October 2020: including Parent/ Caregiver name, email address and phone number; Number of children and their dates of birth; and preferred location. See more

24.01.2022 UPDATE ON ROAD CLOSURES: Due to rainfall, closures are in place on the following roads: 1. Merryula Road, Ulamambri 2. Beni Crossing Road, Mendooran 3. Doganabuganaram Road, Neilrex 4. Yarrow Road, Mendooran

24.01.2022 Bitumen Reseal Program for Baradine Town Streets 30 November to 4 December 2020 Road resurfacing works are scheduled for various streets in Baradine from the 30 November to 4 December 2020. Residents and motorists are advised that some disruption to access may occur during the works. Subject to weather conditions and mechanical breakdown, the following schedule will be followed: Baradine Road between Walker Street and Ashby Road... Worrigal Street between Narren Street and Jesse Williams Road Should you require further information please contact Council’s Manager Road Operations on 02 6849 2000.

24.01.2022 DALGARNO STREET PAVEMENT IMPROVEMENTS: Plans are now on display for the proposal to widen the Dalgarno Street footpath in Coonabarabran. The proposal will see the width of the footpath increase by 1.5 metres on both sides of Dalgarno Street between John Street and the entrance into Woolworths’ carpark. Written submissions on the Dalgarno Street pavement improvements are invited and can be submitted online under the Have Your Say tab on Council’s website, or in hard copy addre...ssed to the General Manager, PO Box 191, Coonabarabran, NSW, 2357. https://www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au//dalgarno-street-coona Submissions will be received until 4:00pm, 5 March 2021. For more information contact Manager Projects, Kumar Satkumaran on (02) 6849 2000.

24.01.2022 GET BACK TO NATURE: It’s time to take some time out to get back to nature and relax at the Camp Blackman camping sites in the stunning Warrumbungle National Park. #LoveNSW #DarkSkyPark #WarrumbungleNationalPark #NatureLover

22.01.2022 POSITIONS VACANT: In continuing our commitment to support learning and development for youth across the Shire, Warrumbungle Shire Council is seeking applications from eligible students to undertake the following School Based Traineeships commencing in Term 1, 2021. Automotive (Servicing Technology) Closing 29 November 2020 Proposed locations: Coolah, Coonabarabran https://warrumbungle.applynow.net.au/jobs/WASC164 ... Horticulture Closing 29 November 2020 Proposed Locations: Coolah, Coonabarabran, Dunedoo https://warrumbungle.applynow.net.au/jobs/WASC163 Applications are to be submitted online via Council’s website www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au

21.01.2022 CHECK IT OUT: To keep up to date with everything happening across the Shire from Warrumbungle Shire Council Mayor Ambrose Doolan. Follow his page to keep up to date https://www.facebook.com/Warrumbungle-Shire-Council-Mayor-Ambrose-Doolan-106149274594174

21.01.2022 LOCAL BUSINESSES: Advertising space now available on billboard at Coonabarabran Visitor Information Centre. To lodge your expression of interest, contact Manager Economic Development and Tourism before Friday 18 December 2020 by emailing [email protected] or (02) 6849 2000.

20.01.2022 SERVICE NSW, BARADINE: The Service NSW Mobile Service Centre will be at In front of the Library, 13-15 Wellington Street, Baradine on Thursday 8 October 2020. Services offered include driver licence and photo card applications and renewals, Working with Children Check applications. For more information visit https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/campa/mobile-service-centres

19.01.2022 LABOUR DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY MONDAY 5 OCTOBER 2020 Warrumbungle Shire Council administration offices in Coolah and Coonabarabran will be closed on Labour Day, Monday 5 October 2020. Other Council services including Service NSW, Yuluwirri Kids, Warrumbungle Community Care will also be closed on Monday 5 October 2020.... General garbage and recycling collection: Residents that have their bins emptied when public holidays fall will be collected as normal. Please place bins out the night before collection day. Transfer stations and landfill: Transfer stations and Coonabarabran Landfill will be closed for Labour Day, Monday, 5 October 2020 due to the Public Holiday. Town Swimming Pools: Coonabarabran, Dunedoo and Coolah swimming pools will be open in accordance with the swimming pool opening timetable. Council may be contacted for emergencies on (02) 6378 5000 or (02) 6849 2000. Offices will re-open Tuesday 6 October 2020.

18.01.2022 RIGHT TO KNOW WEEK: Warrumbungle Shire Council is a proud Champion of Right to Know Week NSW 2020. All NSW citizens have a right to access most government information, learn more about RTK www.ipc.nsw.gov.au/RTK2020 #RTKW2020 #RTKWChampion #righttoknow

16.01.2022 URGENT NOTICE: Baradine Sewer System Failure A major underground valve failure is causing a buildup of sewer pots in Baradine. The locations affected are:... Gardener Street Walker Street 10 Masman Street Baradine Bowling Club Residents in those locations are advised to limit services until 12 noon on Wednesday 25 November 2020 by restricting the use of showers, washing of clothes and dishes, and flushing toilets. Council is working to resolving the issue as soon as possible and apologises for any inconvenience caused. Updates on the situation will be released as information becomes available. For emergency issues arising from this sewer blockage contact Council’s emergency after hours number on (02) 6849 2000.

16.01.2022 ASBESTOS AWARENESS WEEK: Asbestos waste can only be disposed of at a licenced facility. There are big penalties for the illegal disposal of asbestos, which includes putting it in a domestic rubbish bin, waste skip or dumping it in the bush.

16.01.2022 WEETALIBA RURAL FIRE BRIGADE: the establishment of a permanent home for the Weetaliba Rural Fire Brigade is a step closer following the engagement of Warrumbungle Steel Buildings for the project. On site works are expected to commence in mid to late January 2021. Photo: the site is fenced and ready for commencement of construction.

15.01.2022 SWIMMING POOL SEASON 2020/21: Swimming pool season is here and there are some changes to the town pools to make for an enjoyable summer. Swimming pools are set to open in October 2020 and there have been a few changes made for this season to ensure all community members have the best experience at our public pools, said Warrumbungle Shire Council Mayor, Councillor Ambrose Doolan. Some of these changes include electronic swimming pool access keys and the half season ticket... option. Electronic access keys will be the biggest change this season and will improve the way individuals access the pools during ‘no lifeguard’ hours. It will also allow Council to monitor the times community members have accessed pools which will provide data for improved timetabling for future seasons, explained Cr Doolan. Patrons will be able to obtain an electronic swipe card from the pool lifeguard on request when purchasing a season ticket. The first swipe card will be free, with additional or replacement cards at a cost of $20, said Cr Doolan. A half season ticket option is available this year, allowing individuals and families to purchase a season ticket for either the first or second half of the swimming pool season. This will help to spread the cost of season tickets across the season or give people the option of using the pools more at the time of year they choose, Cr Doolan explained. The pools at Coolah, Coonabarabran and Dunedoo open for the season on 3 October 2020, with Baradine opening on 17 October 2020, and Binnaway and Mendooran opening on 31 October 2020. For information on swimming pool timetables, dates of the 2020/21 swimming pool season, fee and charges, and booking forms visit Council’s website.

13.01.2022 NEW INFRASTRUCTURE ENSURING WATER SECURITY FOR MENDOORAN: Additional water supplies for the Mendooran Township have been secured by upgrading and connecting the Old River Pump Station in Mendooran. Emergency funding was secured from the NSW Government through the Drought and Emergency Relief for Regional Town Water Supplies to ensure water security for Mendooran by upgrading and connecting the Old River Pump Station, said Warrumbungle Shire Council Mayor, Councillor Ambros...e Doolan. Having another Pump Station operational in Mendooran will allow for additional water supplies for the residents in times of severe drought. This funding has been used to install a new electrical control cabinet and purchase a new pump as well as the integration of the Old River Pump Station into the Water Treatment Plant, Cr Doolan explained. The Old River Pump Station is located downstream of the township approximately 100m from the bridge. This Pump Station was originally Mendooran’s primary water supply source prior to the new Water Treatment Plant being built, so it is great to see it restored to working order for the township, said Cr Doolan. Council engaged a contractor to install this new infrastructure which commenced July 2020. Council is very thankful to the NSW Government for this funding allowing Mendooran residents the water security they need to future proof their town, said Cr Doolan. The new infrastructure has now been commissioned and can be operational at any point in time going forward which will secure Mendooran’s water supply for the future, concluded Cr Doolan.

13.01.2022 COMMUNITY E-NEWSLETTER OCTOBER 2020: the October 2020 edition of Council’s Community e-Newsletter is now available! Follow the link below to read and subscribe.

13.01.2022 TRAINEESHIPS EXTENDED: Applications for Early Childhood Education and Care Traineeships have been extended. Skillset in conjunction with Warrumbungle Shire Council are seeking applications for two new Children’s Services Trainees to start in January 2021. The successful candidates will be primarily based at Council’s Yuluwirri Kids Preschool and Long Day Care Centre and will complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care over a twelve-month period. These en...try-level opportunities are suited to candidates with a passion for Early Childhood Education. Please note selection criteria apply. For more information, or to apply online for your new career opportunity, please click on a position listed below. Indigenous Identified Children’s Services Trainee Educator New closing date 29 November 2020. https://skillset.com.au/employment-career-devel//details/ Children’s Services Trainee Educator New closing date 29 November 2020 https://skillset.com.au/employment-career-devel//details/ Applications are to be submitted online direct to Skillset at www.skillset.com.au

12.01.2022 IMMUNISATION CLINICS: Coonabarabran Primary & Community Health are holding Childhood Immunisation Clinics every Tuesday morning 9:00am to 12:00 noon, starting 12 January 2021. Appointments are required by telephoning (02) 6849 1650.

12.01.2022 SWIMMING POOLS OPENING: Swimming Pools across the Shire will have a Pool Attendant on duty at the following times below. A full timetable of swimming pool opening hours is available on Council’s website https://www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au//sw/pool-opening-times

11.01.2022 COMMUNITY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DONATIONS: Applications for Community Financial Assistance Donations Round Two 2021/22 are now open! Community groups and organisations are encouraged to apply for funding up to the value of $500 to support local projects which promote and support people living in the towns and villages in Warrumbungle Shire. Applications are assessed against the criteria which is set out in the guidelines, attached to the application form. ... Council invites you to view the donation guidelines and submit your application online under the Have Your Say Tab on Council’s Website. https://www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au//community-financia/21 Applications close 12 noon Friday 19 March 2021. For further information on Community Financial Assistance Donations, contact the PA to the Director Corporate and Community Services on (02) 6849 2000.

10.01.2022 FLAGS AT HALF-MAST: flags are flying at half-mast outside Council buildings today to mark the State Memorial Service for the Honourable Ian Armstrong AM OBE will be held on Monday, 22 February 2021 in Cowra, New South Wales. The State Memorial will be an important opportunity to honour the former leader of the NSW Nationals and Deputy Premier of NSW. Mr Armstrong was an advocate for rural communities and responsible for relocating the Department of Agriculture to Orange in 1992 the single largest decentralisation process undertaken by a Government department.

10.01.2022 GET READY: Each year, NSW communities experience a range of emergencies. This year we’ve seen an unparalleled number of events happen in quick succession fire, storm, flood, pandemic highlighting the importance of being prepared for all hazards. Get Ready in five simple steps. #GetReadyNSW Resilience NSW

09.01.2022 SWIMMING POOLS OPENING: Swimming Pools across the Shire will have a Lifeguard on duty at the following times below. A full timetable of swimming pool opening hours is available on Council’s website http://www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au//swi/pool-opening-times

09.01.2022 POSITIONS VACANT In continuing our commitment to support learning and development for youth across the Shire, Warrumbungle Shire Council is seeking applications from eligible students to undertake the following School Based Traineeships commencing in Term 1, 2021. Automotive (Servicing Technology) Closing 29 November 2020 Proposed locations: Coolah, Coonabarabran https://warrumbungle.applynow.net.au/jobs/WASC164 ... Horticulture Closing 29 November 2020 Proposed Locations: Coolah, Coonabarabran, Dunedoo https://warrumbungle.applynow.net.au/jobs/WASC163 Applications are to be submitted online via Council’s website www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au

08.01.2022 SEWER SYSTEM UPDATE, BARADINE: The Baradine Sewer System has now been resolved. Residents in Baradine can use the sewer system for services. Council apologises for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciates the communities cooperation.

08.01.2022 BILLY KINGS CREEK BRIDGES PROJECT UPDATE: Sealing has been completed and guard fence will be completed this week for this Project. Outstanding works include removal of the old causeway at the second crossing, line marking and bridge signs.

07.01.2022 SERVICE NSW COOLAH: Coolah Service NSW Agency will be closed tomorrow, 25 November 2020, reopening as normal on Friday 27 November. Service NSW customers are encouraged to visit https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/ or call 13 77 88.

06.01.2022 APPRENTICE PLUMBER: Skillset, in conjunction with Warrumbungle Shire Council, are seeking applications for an Apprentice Plumber to commence in January 2021. This successful candidate will be based in Coonabarabran and complete a Certificate III in Plumbing over a 4 year period. This entry-level opportunity is suited to highly motivated and hard-working individuals with a desire to pursue a career in the plumbing industry. For more information, or to apply, please on the posi...tion below. Apprentice Plumber CIII in Plumbing closing 20 November 2020 https://skillset.com.au/employment-career-devel//details/ Applications are being received through Skillset’s website https://skillset.com.au/. Please direct any interest to this website or alternatively to Organisation Development on 6849 2000. Links to these positions have also been placed on Council’s Position Vacant webpage.

05.01.2022 EAT OUT to HELP OUT: help support our local businesses through these trying times. For more details go to https://www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au/busine/small-businesses #SupportLocal #EatOutToHelpOut #WarrumbungleRegion #LoveNSW

04.01.2022 CALL A PROFESSIONAL TO CHECK: PPE cannot guarantee your health or safety, but it will help reduce your risk of exposure. It must be selected and removed correctly to be effective. You also need to follow safe work practices to prevent asbestos contaminating everything around you.

03.01.2022 OFFICE CLOSURE - FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER 2020 Warrumbungle Shire Council administration offices in Coolah and Coonabarabran will be closed on Friday 9 October 2020 for the annual Union Picnic Day. Service NSW Agencies at Coolah and Coonabarabran, Yuluwirri Kids Robertson Street Campus and Warrumbungle Community Care will also be closed.... Services operating as usual include town swimming pools, Yuluwirri Kids Long Day Care and Warrumbungle Waste. There will not be any interruptions to regular waste services. Council may be contacted for emergencies on (02) 6378 5000 or (02) 6849 2000. Offices will re-open Monday 12 October 2020.

03.01.2022 SEWER MAINS MAINTENANCE: the cleaning and inspection of sewer mains continues in Coolah, Dunedoo and Coonabarabran over the coming weeks. The project involves high pressure mains cleaning as well as high quality CCTV inspections, which are being used to investigate the condition of sewer mains to identify whether any repairs are necessary. Contractors may request access to your yard to find sewer access openings. For information contact Council's Manager Warrumbungle Water on 02 6378 5000.

02.01.2022 FINAL CLOSING DOWN SALE - Warrumbungle Quarry, Coonabarabran Warrumbungle Quarry will open for exbin sales only on Saturday, 28 November between 7:00am and 3:00pm. All products will be 20% off regular exbin prices excluding crusher dust. Subject to demand the Quarry may open on the following weekend.... For more information on this sale please contact Council on (02) 6849 2000.

02.01.2022 SERVICE NSW, DUNEDOO: The Service NSW Mobile Service Centre will be at Jubilee Hall, 154 Bolaro Street, Dunedoo, on Thursday 26 November 2020 from 11:00am till 3:00pm. Services offered include driver licence and photo card applications and renewals, Working with Children Check applications. For more information visit https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/campa/mobile-service-centres

01.01.2022 SERVICE NSW, BARADINE: The Service NSW Mobile Service Centre will be at in front of the Library, 13-15 Wellington Street, Baradine on Tuesday 3 December 2020. Services offered include driver licence and photo card applications and renewals, Working with Children Check applications. For more information visit https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/campa/mobile-service-centres

01.01.2022 TRAINEESHIP: A great opportunity to start your new career in the childcare industry! Skillset in conjunction with Warrumbungle Shire Council are seeking applications for an Indigenous Identified Childcare Trainee. The successful candidate will be primarily based at Council’s Yuluwirri Kids Preschool and Long Day Care Centre and will complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care over a twelve-month period. This entry-level opportunity is suited to Indigeno...us Identified candidates with a passion for Early Childhood Education. For more information, or to apply online for this exciting career opportunity, https://skillset.com.au/employment-career-devel//details/

01.01.2022 OPERATION OF POOL KIOSKS - Coonabarabran, Baradine, Coolah, Dunedoo & Binnaway Swimming Pools Council invites applications for the lease of individual kiosks at Coonabarabran, Baradine, Coolah, Dunedoo, and Binnaway Swimming Pools for the 2020/2021 swimming pool season. An information package may be obtained by contacting Council’s Pools Supervisor Ms Sharmaine Kennedy on 68492000.... All Expressions of Interest applications should be in a sealed envelope and clearly marked ‘Swimming Pool Kiosk’. Applications must be submitted to PO Box 191, Coonabarabran NSW 2357 or by email to [email protected] . Applications must be received by 4.00pm on Friday, 9 October 2020. For more information go to https://www.warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au//operation-of-pool-kio