JULY 2017 COUNCIL NEWSLETTER Photo Amy Curren Level Crossing Upgrades Grant Funding Opportunities Ganmain and Marrar Over the last few weeks the State Government has announced funding opportunities under the Developing Rural Communities. Transport for NSW July and will take and John Holland Rail approximately These Grant opportunities are still being rolled out and not all have will be upgrading the four months to been finalised yet. Please find information below on the funding level crossings in complete. opportunities currently available; Ganmain and Marrar For more Stronger Country Communities Fund to include lights, information www.nsw.gov.au/strongercountrycommunities bells and boom please call gates. Community Regional Cultural Fund www.nsw.gov.au/regionalculturalfund Works will Relations Team Other grant programs currently open include; commence on 26th 1300 661 390 Community Building Partnerships http://www.communitybuildingpartnership.nsw.gov.au/home Recognition of Local Solicitor Stronger Communities Program Bill Thompson https://www.business.gov.au/Assistance/Stronger-Communities- At the July Council meeting, Bill was acknowledged Programme for his achievements and outstanding contribution to Infrastructure Grants Program the Coolamon Shire Council and surrounds. Council http://www.liquorandgaming.nsw.gov.au/Pages/about-us/our-initiatives/ infrastructure-grants.aspx would like to thank Bill for all his efforts over the If you’d like to keep updated on grants and funding opportunities, please years and we wish him every success into the future. email your details to [email protected] Local Roads Update Road Works Council would like to advise motorists that flood damage rehabilitation works and maintenance grading is in progress on the unsealed road network in the Marrar North, Walleroobie and Cowabbie/Ganmain areas of the Shire. Road Conditions Please exercise caution, observe road signage, road conditions and drive accordingly. Road Closures All Shire roads are open at present. 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. Mobile Garbage Bin Repairs and Replacements All homes within the defined service areas of the Coolamon Replacing a lost bin or damaged bin; Local Government Area are required to have a bin service Council may repair or replace at its discretion any bin which provided by Council. is damaged as a result of garbage collection, free of All bins are to remain at the property they are allocated to. charge. Property owners will be billed for the replacement Council will only service bins that are issued by Council. of bins which are damaged through incorrect use , disappear It is a resident’s responsibility to look after the bins, due to incorrect storage or are just at the end of their including bringing them in as soon as possible after collec- lifespan. tion, and storing them securely when not out for Bins that are damaged (malicious or otherwise) or stolen will collection. Council will charge for the replace- be replaced at the property owners cost. ment of bins which are stolen, damaged due to If you have any further questions please contact Council on neglect or any replacement bin after the first (02) 6930 1800, during normal office hours. Council issued bin. P. 02 6930 1800 PO Box 101, COOLAMON NSW 2701 F. 02 6927 3168 55 Cowabbie Street, COOLAMON NSW 2701 E. [email protected] W. www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au What’s happening at the Coolamon Shire Library Mobile Library The Coolamon Library is hosting a travelling panel display provided by The Mobile Library will be the State Library of NSW. This display celebrates (Cecilia) May Gibbs’ life visiting Ardlethan Friday, and work with a selection of original and reproduction artwork from her 11th and 25th July 2017 children’s books and other work. Step into the enchanted world of May 9:00am to 12:45pm Gibbs’ and her gentle but mischievous bush babies. It will be in the Story Time library from Thursday 27th July – Thursday 10th August. Come in for a browse. Friday 11th Local Government Week is being held from 31st July – 6th August, it pro- August 10.30am “Transport”. motes the importance of Local Government in our community. The li- Friday 25th August brary will be offering “Story time on the Road” and will be visiting sever- 10.30am “Bath time”. al Preschools and Schools in our community. Upcoming Events Canola Trail The Canola Trail is a tourism promotion conducted by the If you have events planned for September, Coolamon, Junee and Temora Shire Council. This allows you to ease October and November 2017, our seasonal events into relaxation mode as you explore and indulge at your own pace. listing will be published late August. Have your The trail will Immerse you in the story of each Shire and its event featured by adding your event details on people. Follow the trail through the charming towns and quaint www.coolamonshire.com.au/events.aspx. villages, overflowing with hidden gems that are waiting to be found. For further information please contact Share your adventures on the Canola Trail using #canolatrail Laura Higgins on 6927 2492 or [email protected] Helping Learner Drivers Become Safer Drivers Coolamon Shire Council will be holding a free workshop for parents and supervisors of learner drivers at the Coolamon Shire Council Chambers on Wednesday 16 August at 5:30pm Allawah Community Care Services Bookings are essential and can be made by calling Coolamon Could you or anyone you know benefit from some Shire Council’s Road Safety Officer on 0437 398 314 assistance in your home?? Although service referrals need to come to us via MY AGED CARE there is no reason you cannot contact the team on 02 6927 3521 first, to give you some assistance and information. Services offered by Allawah Community Care include: Meals - Frozen meals that can either be delivered or col- lected at the Community centre. Main meals $4, Petite meals $2, Soups & Desserts $2.50 Respite – Assistance to carers through in home support. Social Support – Assistance to attend hair appointments, shopping, banking etc. Domestic assistance– Assistance with domestic duties. (This service is currently full) Home Modifications– Subject to Occupational Therapist assessment and recommendations. A qualified builder will provide a quotation on the works. Home Maintenance – Assistance with care of lawns and yard maintenance or minor household maintenance Community Transport—Provision of transport to attend appointments and social support activities Clients are required to be registered with MY AGED CARE and to make a contribution towards the cost of these services. The next Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, 17th August 2017, Commencing at 2:00pm. .