Christmas is finally upon us. I wish everybody happy and safe holidays and a 2022 that sees your hopes and dreams come true.
Our next Weekly Update will arrive in your inboxes mid-January.
Until then, thanks for reading our email newsletter this year and we look forward to bringing you more Council news and keeping you updated in 2022.
Merry Christmas
Cr Robyn Gulline
NEWS
Christmas and new year service arrangements
CIVIC CENTRE CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Civic Centre will be closed from 4pm Friday 24 December until 8.30 am Tuesday 4 January 2022.
For urgent Council matters during this period please contact 5382 9777 or enter an online service request.
KERBSIDE WASTE COLLECTIONS
Collection services will be as normal throughout the festive period.
KENNY ROAD TRANSFER STATION AND DOOEN LANDFILL
Open every day except for Christmas Day. Operating hours are 10am to 2pm on public holidays.
LOCAL LAWS – COMMUNITY SAFETY UNIT
Available for urgent domestic animal matters throughout the holiday period.
Call 53 82977 or lodge an online service request.
HORSHAM TOWN HALL AND VISITOR INFORMATION SERVICES
Open every day except for Christmas Day.
Operating hours are 10am to 4pm.
HORSHAM AQUATIC CENTRE
Open every day except for Christmas Day. Operating hours are 8am to 6pm on public holidays.
LIBRARY
Closes at 3pm Friday 24 December and re-opens at 9am on Tuesday 4 January.
HORSHAM REGIONAL LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE
First market day for 2022 is Wednesday 12 January.
KALKEE ROAD CHILDREN’S AND COMMUNITY HUB
The Hub building closes 3pm Friday 24 December and reopens 9am Tuesday 4 January.
The Maternal and Child Health Service is closed December 25, 26, 27.
December 28, 29: New baby service only - strictly appointment only.
The Hub is closed on December 30, 31 and January 1, 2 and 3.
HORSHAM REGIONAL ART GALLERY
Open every day except for Christmas Day. Operating hours are 10am to 4pm.
Horsham Rural City Council has successfully applied for Victorian Government funding to deliver youth programs for the next two years.
A total of $241,500 will go towards the roll out of both the FReeZA and Engage! initiatives in Horsham.
Youth Services Planning and Engagement Officer Louise Barnett said the FReeZA funding would help revive the passion in young people in our area for music, culture and recreation.
These lucky people have taken home a $200 voucher:
Wimmera Outdoors – Alana Russo
Wimmera Meat Market – Lithin Naliyanda
Horsham Sports & Community Club – Sharon Laurie
Cooks Manchester and Lingerie – Warren Funcke
Thank you to you all for shopping locally this Christmas!
Where to shop:
December 24: Trev’s Bargain Emporium
December 25: Rooh Indian Restaurant
Cr Penny Flynn: A well-earned break
Christmas can be an exciting time of the year for many but it can also be lonely and isolating.
For many it is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. For others it is an opportunity to come together or take the time to have a break.
Our support agencies such as the Christian Emergency Food Centre, St Vincent de Paul and the Salvation Army have worked tirelessly this year within the constraints of COVID restrictions to assist those in our community and beyond to ensure they have the food and support they need.
The Sunnyside Park Plan has been developed in close partnership with the community and organisations that call Sunnyside Park home. The Draft Plans are now available for comment.
After reviewing the community’s feedback, the Community Reference Group will develop a final draft landscape plan.
Council and Haven’s Community Reference Group have been developing a plan for the Haven Recreation Reserve since May 2021.
The Draft Landscape Plans are now available for comment.
Governance Officer
We are seeking applicants who can provide quality, high level administrative assistance and support to the governance team, and undertake critical governance functions for the Council.
Procurement Officer | Governance
The role is responsible for administering and co-ordinating tendering processes and will contribute to the development and review of contractor selection, whilst providing contract management advice and assistance to the team.
Maternal and Child Health Nurse
An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Maternal and Child Health (MCH) nurse to join our dedicated team. Watch the video below to learn more about the MCH team at Kalkee Road Children's Hub.
Business Administration Traineeship – Customer Service
Skillinvest has an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated candidate to undertake a 12-month full time Business Administration Traineeship in Customer Service with Horsham Rural City Council. Our trainee will receive ongoing mentoring whilst learning on-the-job and undertaking a 'Certificate III in Business'.
Business Administration Traineeship – Records
Skillinvest has an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated candidate to undertake a 12-month full time Business Administration Traineeship in Records with Horsham Rural City Council. Our trainee will receive ongoing mentoring whilst learning on-the-job and undertaking a 'Certificate III in Business'.
The Mayor and Councillors are available to attend and officiate at local events. If you would like to invite the Mayor and/or Councillors to an event, please complete the Mayor and Councillors Event Information and return to Mayor's Office. For further details, please contact Fiona Kelly, Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer and Councillors on 5382 9725 or email fiona.kelly@hrcc.vic.gov.au.
