April 2018

P. 02 6930 1800 F. 02 6927 3168 E. council@coolamon.nsw.gov.au

Photo Julie Clark

PO Box 101, COOLAMON NSW 2701 55 Cowabbie Street, COOLAMON NSW 2701

W. www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au

Local Roads Update

Road Closure; Kockibitoo Road, Council would like to advise motorists and local property owners , that due to scheduled upgrade works on Kockibitoo Road causeway (Boggy Creek), a road closure diversion will be in place for approximately 3 weeks. Please exercise caution, observe road signage, road conditions and always drive accordingly.

Kockibitoo Road diversion south of causeway is via Ganmain – The Rocks Road – Old Roping Pole Road – Elliott Lane.

Please contact Council’s Engineering and Technical Services Department if you wish to discuss or report any problems relating to roads within the Coolamon Shire on 02 6930 1800.

COUNCIL NEWSLETTER

Landfill Operations

Council’s rates notices include a waste charge which allows residents of the Shire to deposit domestic waste at the landfill sites year-round at no additional fee. Non-residents can also access the landfill sites, however will be charged a fee for such a service. Fees will be charged to all landfill users disposing of commercial and or builders waste/rubble, asbestos, mattresses/non-recyclable furniture, car tyres and animal bodies.

Garbage Tips (Landfills) are generally closed on Public Holidays - Please check with Council for any amendments to these hours.

Be Informed—Public Exhibition

Coolamon Shire Council currently have two documents open for public comment. The Delivery Program and Operational Plan are now

available to be downloaded on our website under the latest news tab.

Applications For Local Heritage Works

The Shire of Coolamon in conjunction with the New South Wales Heritage Office has allocated funding towards grants associated with heritage conservation enhancement works. This funding is directed towards assistance with minor works that will enhance or identify local heritage items. All work is required to be completed in the financial year that the money is

allocated. The allocation of these grants will be on a

dollar for dollar basis with priority being given, but not limited to heritage items. Closing date for submissions will be no later than the close of business on Thursday 24th May 2018. For further details please contact Colby Farmer at the Council Office.

Farewell Corie Flanigan

Council would like to Thank Corie for her time and personal investment

into the Coolamon Early Childhood Centre for the past 10 years. We

would like to wish Corie all the very best in her new position at the

Coolamon Pre-school.

The next Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, 17th May 2018, Commencing at 2:00pm.

What’s happening at the Coolamon Shire Library — Phone 69272492

Premier’s Reading Challenge

The library has a variety of NSW Premiers Reading Challenge books available for students to borrow for those participating. The books have been sorted into their different levels to make it easy for students. This challenge aims to encourage a love of reading for leisure and pleasure, phone the library for further details.

Lego

As Term 2 starts Lego club is on again. Come and join us every Wednesday afternoon at 4.00pm – 5.00pm and Saturday morning from 10.30am – 11.30am.

Everyone is most welcome to attend.

Story Time

Friday 11th May 10.30am “Mummies are amazing”

Friday 25th May 10.30am “Clothes” Will be visiting Ardlethan Friday,

18th May 2018 Mobile Library

Hornby Subdivision — Land for Sale in Coolamon

Blocks of land are selling fast in the Hornby Subdivsion. Only 9 Blocks left!

Price range from $75,000 to $85,000

Each lot is complete with all services including under-ground power, water, gas, sewer, NBN and access to drainage. Ready for development.

Over half of the blocks have sold, make the call today to secure a block, this will make the perfect site for your dream home

Contact the Council Office for

more information - 69301800

Coolamon Shire Celebrates Youth Week 2018

Impressive crowds attended Youth Week events held within the Coolamon Shire. Youth Week was held from 13 April to 20 April and as an opportunity for young people to express their ideas and views, act on issues that affect their lives, and create and enjoy activities and events.

Coolamon Shire Council supported Youth Week by kicking off with ‘Coolamon Youth Fest’. This was a night of a silent disco, acoustic musicians, street food, henna tattoos and a giant screen for Wii games.

A large crowd of over 150 turned up at the Up-to-Date store open air auditorium to see impressive performances by local musicians Georgia Armstrong, Belee Kadmon-Jones and Isabelle Furner.

This event was supported by Coolamon CDAT, Coolamon Shire Council and Intereach Ability Links. CDAT is a community group funded by the Australian Drug Foundation to address local drug and alcohol misuse or issues impacting the community.

Lots of fun was had at the Coolamon touch fields with over 50 participants joining in for Nerf Warz and Archery Tag.

Coolamon Skate Park was a hive of activity for the Street Art Mural project with 30 participants. Graffiti artist Styles 400 was impressed with the local talent and helped to contribute to the new skate park mural.

2018 has seen a successful Youth Week program, with around 250 participants across

the week. This has been a great opportunity for youth to take advantage of new

opportunities while meeting new people and learning new skills.

Coolamon Shire Council’s

Community Development Officer

Jess has had a strong focus on the Stronger Country Communities by being the liaison with each of the Advance committee within the Region attracting a potential $2.5 million back into the community. Jess prides herself on her work and being heavily involved in supporting community obtaining their goals. In addition, this role organises Seniors and Youth weeks, Volunteer support and works out of the library.

Capture Coolamon Shire Photographic Competition

The competition is open to both professional and amateur photographers everywhere however, all entries must have been taken within the Coolamon Shire boundary.

Competition entries close 19 October, with the opening night on Friday 2 November.

All entries will be showcased at the exhibition 3 November to 25 November 2018