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Rural Aid Volunteer Army is headed to Walgett - help us give them a warm Walgett Welcome
The whole town is welcome for the free BBQ, bring the family.
It would be great if you could set aside an hour or so on Sunday arvo at 5.30pm to join us in thanking these volunteers who have traveled from far and wide and are donating their time to help the town of Walgett.
These extraordinary people travel to our town, stay for the week and donate their time and energy to us.
Please forward this message to as many Walgett people as possible so we can all show our appreciation.
RSVP’s to Alana adouglas@walgett.nsw.gov.au .
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DATE EXTENDED TO 31ST MAY 2021
Walgett Shire Council is holding a design competition in search of a new logo.
Walgett Shire Council General Manager Michael Urquhart has opted to open up the design process to the local community rather than going directly to a professional designer, believing it will create a sense of ownership in the brand.
‘’Our community know us, our Shire and our people so who better to ask to come up with ideas for our new look and feel,’’ he said.
The new logo will replace the out dated green and gold symbol that has been used for decades with a professional logo that reflects the Community of Walgett Shire as a whole with a simple, modern and relevant theme that can be readily recognized as Walgett Shire Council.
The logo will be used across a range of applications from letterhead and brochures to websites and social media, welcome signs, street flags and vehicle signage.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for a local person interested in, or a student studying graphic design or photography or someone who just feels strongly about creating something special for their local community.
For all the T&C's head to: https://www.walgett.nsw.gov.au/walgett-shire-council.../
All proposals must be received by Council by the close of business on 31st May 2021.
Michael Urquhart
General Manager
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The Sims Metal WASTE TO ART & design 2021
EXHIBITION AND COMPETITION
The Year of Aluminium and Steel Cans
WASTE TO ART is a community art exhibition and competition open to all local residents who reside in the NetWaste region. It showcases creative works made from reused & recyclable waste materials. The aim is to challenge peoples’ perceptions about ‘rubbish’ and to celebrate the reuse and recycling of waste through arts and crafts.
Waste to Art provides an innovative approach to waste education, invites individuals, schools and community groups to take up the challenge and create a new life for materials that would otherwise have been thrown away, considered useless: bottle tops, plastic bags, parts from rusty farm machinery, old horse shoes, buttons, and the list goes on. Instead of ending up in landfill these waste materials can be turned into fantastic works of art.
The Competition will include categories to challenge and stimulate the imagination.
Competition Categories
➢ Primary School
2 Dimensional - Poster/Painting/Collage/Drawing
3 Dimensional – Sculpture/Installation
Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items made from recycled materials
➢ Secondary School
2 Dimensional - Poster/Painting/Collage/Drawing
3 Dimensional – Sculpture/Installation
Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items made from recycled materials
➢ Community
2 Dimensional – Poster/Painting/Collage/Drawing
3 Dimensional – Sculpture/Installation
Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items made from recycled materials
➢ Open
2 Dimensional – Poster/Painting/Collage/Drawing
3 Dimensional – Sculpture/Installation
Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items made from recycled materials
➢ Building or Element of Building/Large Sculpture (Entries submitted under this category may exceed the size and weight limit – photographs will be exhibited. Photographs must be supplied by artists).
2 Dimensional
3 Dimensional
Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items made from recycled materials
➢ Annual Waste Theme 2021
The Year of Aluminium and Steel Cans
All Entries need to be delivered to the Walgett Shire Council Library on Friday 10th June, 2021 by 5pm.
This competition gives aspiring and professional artists the chance to explore and share their “waste reduction message”. It also provides a wonderful opportunity for the entire Walgett Shire Council community to showcase their creativity.
A specific waste item is featured as part of Waste to Art each round in an attempt to highlight problem issues, and this year is the Year of Aluminium and Steel Cans.
Entry forms for Waste to Art are available from Walgett Shire Council Library. Contact. Cath Hiscox on …PHONE NUMBER 0268286104. for further details download from the NetWaste website www.netwaste.org.au
REGIONAL COMPETITION & EXHIBITION
Coonamble Shire Council will host a Regional Competition from 17th July 2021 for a period of 12 weeks. Winning artworks from our local exhibition will be transported to the Regional Competition.
Thank you to the generous support of our local sponsor Walgett Shire Council.
For further information contact:
NAME OF CONTACT: Cath Hiscox
NAME OF COUNCIL: Walgett Shire Council Library
Ph: 0268 286104
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Locals on big screen when Flickerfest & AOC bring
Australia's hottest short films to Walgett Shire on 19 May
Flickerfest, Australia's largest Short Film Festival, is coming to the AOC Black Opal Heritage Shed in Lightning Ridge at 7pm on Wednesday 19 May - with local talent as Ben and Peter Watt star on the big screen!
The Australian Opal Centre is excited to bring Walgett Shire the hottest shorts in the world today as part of the Flickerfest National Tour, when it screens the Best of Australian Shorts - a selection of entertaining, inspiring and award-winning films hand-picked from the festival's 2,700 entries.
Highlights will include Dust Cloud, a film about a badly behaved working dog who changes his tune when given the love and respect he deserves by a prudent country woman played by Sandy Gore (Brides of Christ, Australia). Dust Cloud stars father and son actors Peter and Ben Watt; Peter lived and worked as an agronomist in the Walgett area for 5 years in the 80s, when he met Ben's Mum Penny. Ben returned and spent three months in the region last year, working on his uncle's farm and playing with the local Rugby team.
Other highlights include the fabulous Roborovski, which won the Yoram Gross Award For Best Australian Animation at Flickerfest 2021 - an animated short about an adorable miniature hamster seeking revenge, penned by Oscar nominated writer John Collee (Happy Feet); and the hilarious Glen, where our 50 something hero must come face to face with Facebook in his quest for new love.
The screening is outdoors so DRESS WARM and bring a blanket and torch. Chairs provided.
The Busy Bee Cafe will sell hot drinks, food and sweets from the Buumble Truck from 6.15pm; guests are also welcome to BYO.
Celebrating its 30th year in 2021, Flickerfest remains Australia's leading Academy® Qualifying and BAFTA Recognised short film festival.
Get your tickets now! events.humanitix.com/ridgeflicker
WHAT: Flickerfest 2021 Short Film Festival Tour
WHEN: Wednesday 19th May 7pm (be there by 6.45pm; food served from 6.15pm)
WHERE: AOC Black Opal Heritage Shed, Lightning Ridge, 4.1km up Three Mile Rd
PRICE: $18/ $15con
TICKETS: events.humanitix.com/ridgeflicker
INFO: https://flickerfest.com.au/tour/lightningridge/
GROUP BOOKINGS/INQUIRIES: 0403 492 462
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Please note: Dogs must remain on a lead at all times when in the park. Dog poo is the owners responsibility to clean up and dispose of. Owners must be responsible for their dog at all times. Dogs must not be left unattended in the park.
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1st ever Rowena Show and Shine
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2021
Bikes cars and trucks are all welcome
This is a open event for the hole public no fees just show up and try and turn some heads with your vehicle
it will be based at Rowena pub
Just a social day to show off your pride and joy maybe it’s your project car maybe your work Ute maybe your work horse kenworth
The pub will be ran as normal
food and cold drinks all day plenty of ice cream and sweets for the children
Hope to see some familiar faces and meet new friends
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LIGHTNING RIDGE DISTRICT BOWLING CLUB
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Mental Health Clinician - Lightning Ridge
Permanent FT $64,377.92 - $119,623.00 pa plus super
We are seeking a dynamic, energetic Mental Health Clinician with a passion for engaging with clients in an acute setting, and working within a multidisciplinary team environment to provide evidence based interventions. The successful applicant will be a creative problem solver with the ability to contribute to the ongoing development of the service.
Lightning Ridge is a beautiful opal mining town located in northern New South Wales, 50 kilometres south of the Queensland border. Lightning Ridge is one of the only places in the world where the beautiful black opal is found and is also home of artesian bore spa baths, a permanent supply of warm mineralised waters bubbling from almost a kilometre below the surface.
The Lightning Ridge Multipurpose Service (MPS) is a 24-bed facility including residential aged care, a 24-hour emergency department, outpatient services, respite and palliative care and a range of integrated primary and community health services.
For more information or to apply visit: https://buff.ly/3ePUON3
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JOB OPPORTUNITY: LIGHTNING RIDGE HOLIDAY PARK
We are looking for a enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our team as a house keeper/Receptionist
In this roll your duties would be, but are not limited to:
Cleaning Cabins and Caravan Park facilities
Laundry
Provide information to guest regarding local attractions and tours. Making bookings for these when necessary.
Operate reservation system – Newbook (experience preferred but not essential)
Accounting inputting - MYOB (experience preferred but not essential)
Minimum hours 20 per week
Award wage provided
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal are essential. You must take pride in your personal presentation and have a positive attitude. You must be comfortable working as part of a team and individually.
Applicate must be over 18 and have a drivers licence.
Please email your CV along with a cover letter to stay@lightningridgeholidaypark.com.au
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Amazing job opportunities available at Coolibah kids long daycare center. 34hr week, above award wages. Email your resume to coolibahkids@bigpond.com
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Cook, Restaurant
Junction City Hotel · A$900 / week
Cnr Corunna & Slacksmith Sts, Burren Junction, NSW, Australia 2386
30-35 hours per week Wednesday to Sunday split shift lunch & dinner service Accommodation Power Supplied
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Job Description
C & H Merchandise inc Clemson Hiscox & Co Pty Ltd Position Vacant Walgett Full time position. Merchandise /Sales Manager. Develop relationships, negotiate, and close sales with new & existing customers. Knowledge of seed, fertiliser, chemical, pasture, animal health & general merchandise. Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. Accounting purchases and receival & stock control. Computer Skills. Energetic and enthusiastic. Class MR License. Chemcert Certificate. Forklift License. Fully maintained Company Vehicle supplied. Attractive Salary. (The above skills licenses and certificate would be preferred but not essential training can be provided). Please send resume to Clemson Hiscox & Co PO Box 270 Walgett 0268283444 or email [Email hidden. Click Apply to start your application.] or [Email hidden. Click Apply to start your application.] Contact – Chris Clemson – 0428287222 or Russell Hiscox - 0428281248
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Government services—closer than you think
A local service can help you with Centrelink, Medicare and other government programs and services.
(Host Organisation) is a Services Australia Agent.
Using their computers, you can log in to your myGov account and do your business on the spot.
If you don’t have a myGov account, the Agent staff will help you to set one up.
There are phones for you to access phone self service or speak to one of their service officers.
If you’d rather use your mobile phone or tablet, they’ve got free Wi-Fi available 24/7.
You don’t need a password so you can get online straight away.
You can also use the Wi-Fi to download and install the Express Plus mobile apps.
The Agent staff can help you set up your digital services if you’re not sure what to do.
You can also lodge forms, get your identity documents certified and pick up brochures.
So next time you need to do some government business, drop in to (Host Organisation).
They’re open (days, times) at (address).
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Just a friendly reminder that If you are planning on using any of the Council managed ovals you MUST have your booking form, public liability, COVID safety plan & draw dates into Council and fees must be paid in advance.
This ensures line marking is done, toilets are clean and open, canteen facilities are accessible, lawns are mowed and most importantly if anything happens your insurance will be valid as you had permission to use the facilities!
If you would like help with your booking or to speak directly to our booking officer please contact Erica on 02 6828 6100 or email admin@walgett.nsw.gov.au
For Hire Forms & Fees & Charges head to our website: https://www.walgett.nsw.gov.au/booking-a-council-venue/
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Have you ever considered putting up your hand and standing as a candidate for local government?
A candidate information webinar will be held in April for people considering election to Local Government at this years Election in September 2021
Prospective candidates need to register if they wish to attend the workshop.
It will be held at 11am, Tuesday, 27 April, and repeated from 6pm on Thursday, 29 April.
For all details about the requirements to stand for election and applicable deadlines, visit https://tinyurl.com/localgovelections
For further information about becoming a Councillor head to our website: https://www.walgett.nsw.gov.au/becoming-a-councillor/
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Can I vote if I am not a resident of Walgett Local Government Area?
If you are not a resident, you may be entitled to vote if you own, occupy or lease property in Walgett Shire as a corporation, business or individual.
Non-residential Rolls
If you are an owner, rate-paying lessee or occupier of rateable land which is not your primary residence, you or a nominee may be entitled to be enrolled on the roll of non-residential owners of rateable land or the roll of occupiers and rate-paying lessees for this election.
Details of the eligibility criteria for a claim and enrolment claim forms may be obtained from Walgett Shire Council office at 77 Fox Street (phone 68281399) (fax 68281608) (www.walgett.nsw.gov.au) or will be forwarded upon request to council.
The claim must be completed and lodged with Walgett Shire Council on or before 6.00pm Monday, 26th July 2021.
If a claim for non-residential enrolment was made for a previous council election, and you wish to claim enrolment for this election you must re-apply.
Residential Roll
All electors enrolled on the Commonwealth/State electoral roll as at Monday, 26th July 2021 residing in Walgett Shire Council will be included on the roll for the election.
To check your enrolment details or to obtain a residential enrolment form visit www.votensw.info or call
AEC on 13 23 26.
Enrolment forms must be received by 6pm Monday, 26th July 2021.
Voting in Local Government (Council) elections is compulsory for all electors included on the residential roll.
For more information on the Upcoming Election head to our website: https://www.walgett.nsw.gov.au/local-government.../
Michael Urquhart
General Manager
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$50 million support package to help regional communities combat mouse plague
The NSW Government has today announced a $50 million package to offer farmers, households and small businesses assistance to battle the mice plague currently impacting parts of rural and regional NSW.
Fast facts:
- $500 rebates for eligible households
- $1000 rebates for eligible small businesses
- Free mice bait (grain treatment) for farmers
- The NSW Government has sought urgent approval from the Commonwealth’s APVMA for the use of bromadiolone in NSW
- Expanded workshops to educate farmers on the best eradication strategies
- A moonshot research project to identify and potentially develop a new mice-killing agent
For the latest information about the mice plague, including information about eligibility, how rebates will be claimed as well as health advice at nsw.gov.au/mice
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𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 *𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗿* 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻.
The $100 million in this round includes up to $50 million for projects that enhance female participation in sport, including change rooms. The remaining $50 million will be made available for high-quality community amenity and sports-related infrastructure projects.
𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀
Applicants must be an incorporated entity and hold an Australian Business Number (ABN), Australian Company Number (ACN) or be registered with NSW Fair Trading under the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 or
another Act. Unincorporated organisations are ineligible to apply
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝘆𝗽𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲?
𝘍𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 must meet one of the areas below:
• encouraging engagement: The removal of barriers to female participation in sport through the delivery of new or enhanced sporting infrastructure and programs
• fostering a sense of safety: Improving safety at sporting facilities by ensuring that female change rooms, amenities and recreational programs are appropriately designed
• improving accessibility: Upgrading sporting facilities to ensure accessibility and inclusion as well as equitable access for female participants
• boosting capability: Development of programs and facilities which encourage regular female participation in sport and fosters inclusive environments.
𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 must be for either:
• construction of new, or upgrades to existing, local community infrastructure
• capital works related to street beautification and other public places that promote the health, happiness and wellbeing of the community
• delivering programs that benefit the local community and provide public benefit
• infrastructure to assist the delivery of general community programs
• infrastructure or community projects or programs which improve and promote accessibility and inclusion.
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗱𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲?
Eligible applicants can complete and submit applications using the online portal. Applications will close at 12pm (AEDT) on Friday, 25 June 2021.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝗜 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆?
For more information and how to apply, please visit:
https://www.nsw.gov.au/.../stronger-country-communities-fund
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Just announced: $9,000 job seeker relocation package
A $2000 package is now available for job seekers who relocate to take up ongoing work. The Federal Government’s Relocation Assistance to Take Up a Job program currently provides up to $9000 to encourage eligible job seekers to take up ongoing work in a new location. Once a jobseeker has accepted an ongoing job, this support is available to help reimburse some of the relocation costs. Beginning this month, job seekers may be able to receive up to $2000 of that support in upfront payments.
These changes will not only benefit job seekers but will help regional employers who are finding it difficult to secure the labour they need. For more details on the Relocation to Take Up a Job program, visit https://www.dese.gov.au/rattuaj.
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$1.5 million for Regional Conferencing to include an additional round of the Regional Business Event Development Fund: Up to $15,000 for events with up to 150 delegates, and up to $30,000 for events with more than 150 delegates
The NSW Regional Business Event Development Fund is designed to help stakeholders create, attract and support exciting business events for regional NSW and to support new business event initiatives aimed at enriching the events with opportunities offered by iconic towns and regions while helping secure successful conferences and events for their future.
To apply for the Business Events Industry Support package grants and for more information including eligibility criteria and the LGAs relevant to each fund, visit www.meetinsydney.com.au for the Greater Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong program and www.meetinnsw.com.au for business events elsewhere in regional NSW.
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The NSW Government’s $1.5 million Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarship program offers a great incentive for apprentices to kick-start their careers.
One hundred scholarships worth $15,000 each will support those apprentices that demonstrate a commitment to a career in vocational education and training and who are experiencing financial or personal hardship.
Scholarships are available to assist apprentices in NSW who have demonstrated:
hardship in their personal circumstances
aptitude for vocational education and training that leads to successful completion of their trade training
a positive attitude and application in workplace and off-the-job training.
Scholarships are open to NSW registered apprentices in both metropolitan and country areas, including school based apprentices.
Applications for a Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarship close on Friday 28 May 2021.
Application for the Scholarship may be made by the apprentice or another person on their behalf.
To apply for the 2021 Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarships:
Download the Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarships Guidelines
2. Register or login to apply through our online Application PortalExternal link (https://bertevans.scholarshipsplatform.com/)
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$1,500 Small Business Rebate Scheme opens
Businesses must register for $1,500 rebate on government fees and charges
Small businesses are encouraged to sign up online for a new $1,500 rebate scheme to help cover the cost of NSW and local government fees and charges.
The Small Business Fees and Charges Rebate is open to small businesses which have a total wages bill below the new 2020-21 $1.2 million payroll tax threshold and have a turnover of at least $75,000 per year.
It is available from 1 April 2021 until 30 June 2022, for eligible fees and charges due and paid from 1 March 2021.
Fees and charges that can be claimed back through the scheme include liquor licences, food authority licences, council rates and outdoor seating fees.
The launch of the rebate scheme coincides with a number of licence waivers coming to an end.
To register and view more information, including the full guidelines, visit service.nsw.gov.au
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Vinnies is looking for Volunteers.
Do you have a passion to make a difference in your community?
Do you have at least four hours of spare time each week?
No experience required, Vinnies will train and mentor you at every stage.
Make New Friends, Build Relationships, Acquire New Skills, but mostly be part of a community who give those in need a helping hand.
Get an application pack at your local Vinnies Shop today Or Call
02 6862 5758 for more information.
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