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To be included in Council’s community email list or to have your event included in this newsletter

please forward your contact details and/or event information to: community@carrathool.nsw.gov.au

September 2017 Official newsletter of the Carrathool Shire Council

CARRATHOOL SHIRE COUNCIL RUNNER UP FOR SAM SAMRA AWARD Carrathool Shire Council is proud to announce that it was awarded the Sam Samra

runner up award in the category of Water Supply Services for Small Local Water

Utilities at the Local Government NSW Water Management Conference held 5

September 2017.

The Sam Samra Award recognises improvements in best practice service delivery

by Council in Water and Sewer Services. Finalists and winners are determined

based on an assessment of performance data from the NSW Water Supply &

Sewer Performance Monitoring Report and the NSW Water Supply & Sewerage

Benchmarking Report.

This award celebrates the late Sam Samra’s achievements in contributing to

marked improvements in the performance of local water utilities in Regional NSW

Congratulations to the Water & Sewer team, Anthony & Josh (Goolgowi), Chris

& Andrew (Rankins Springs), Nathan & Chris (Hillston) and Manager Sam

Chaudhari for their efforts.

OXLEY EXPEDITION 200TH ANNIVERSARY The Mayor Peter Laird welcomed visitors to the Oxley Rest Stop in

Rankins Springs for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating the 200

year anniversary of John Oxley exploring the area.

A great crowd gathered to hear excerpts

from Oxley's diary in relation to his trip,

including the trials and tribulations.

The plaque was unveiled by Jean Guiton,

local historian. Visitors walked the trail to

the actual site where he traversed the

countryside and crossed what is now the

Mid-Western Highway.

Anthony Favero and Andrew Streat

with the Sam Samra runner up trophy.

GOOLGOWI & HILLSTON SWIMMING POOL’S

OPENING ON:

SATURDAY 4 NOVEMBER 2017

Season tickets are now available

Goolgowi Family: $125.00 Single: $65.00

Hillston Family: $130.00 Single: $65.00 Family includes children up to 18 years still attending full time education

Single Entry:

Over 13 years: $3.00

2 to 13: $2.00

Under 2: FREE

Seniors (over 55) $2.00

Non swimmers: $2.00

GOOLGOWI POOL HOURS – SCHOOL TERM

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur ........................ 3.30 pm-6.20 pm

Friday (Swim Club) ............................. 3.30 pm-5.00 pm

(Closed from 5 pm for Swim Club)

No Swim Club...................................... 3.30 pm-6.20 pm

Saturday ............................................... 12.30 pm-8.00 pm

Sunday ................................................. 12.30 pm-8.00 pm

HILLSTON POOL HOURS – SCHOOL TERM

Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri ........................... 3.30 pm-6.20 pm

Thursday (Swim Club) ......................... 3.30 pm-5.30 pm

(Closed from 5.30pm for Swim Club)

No Swim Club ...................................... 3.30 pm-6.20 pm

Saturday ............................................... 12.30 pm-8.00 pm

Sunday.................................................. 12.30 pm-8.00 pm

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Audit Committee

Council were informed that the Audit Committee process was difficult with only one nomination

received, Council staff contacted community members to obtain another member for the committee.

The Audit Committee members nominated are, internal Cr Darryl Jardine, external David Maxwell, Wagga

(Chairperson) and John McKeon, Hillston.

Delivery Program 2017/18 to 2020/2021

Council resolved to adopt the Delivery Program 2017/18 to 2020/21. The delivery program includes actions

and performance measures provided from community workshops that focus on strategic objectives outlined in

the Community Strategic Plan and includes Council’s four year budget projections.

The 2017/18 year actions from the delivery program will be translated into Council’s operational plan.

Road Hierarchy

Council resolved to adopt the amended Road Hierarchy. The amendment to the hierarchy was a new category

inclusion ‘School Bus Routes’ these roads have been classed priority roads.

Related Party Disclosure Policy - Public Exhibition

Council moved to adopt the Related Party Disclosure Policy, following an exhibition period of 28 days.

A copy of the policy is available for public inspection at the Goolgowi Shire Office, Hillston District Office;

Hillston Library and Council’s Website www.carrathool.nsw.gov.au.

Submissions in writing, addressed to the General Manager will be received until 4.15 pm Wednesday

18 October 2017. Prior to formal adoption of the draft policy, Council will take into consideration any

submissions that have been received.

MEETING MATTERS

WATER & SEWER NEWS Rankins Springs Raw Water Supply System

Rankins Springs is currently experiencing dirty water due to the very low storage level at the Billings Road

water storage dam. This dam is the only source for the Rankins Springs system while Murrumbidgee Irrigation

close their channel for annual maintenance.

This year Murrumbidgee Irrigation have significant asset replacement works scheduled which are running

longer than expected.

Water Meter Readings

Council would like to notify residents that water meter readings are being conducted

between 25 September 2017 and 13 October 2017. Please ensure all gates are unlocked

and dogs are restrained during this period. If Council officers are unable to read your

meter due to these issues your account will be issued with an estimated reading.

Mains Replacement – Hillston

Council is planning to replace a major intersection of the water network at the corner of High Street and Haines

Street; this will affect some of the properties around that section, with the majority of Hillston remaining

unaffected during this interruption. Council will notify affected residents prior to works commencing.

Hillston Water Pressure

Council is working with the NSW Fire Service, regarding Lachlan St pressure and flow issues with some of the

hydrants being replaced during the school holidays. Water will be turned off for a day during these works.

Water interruption notices will be sent to the affected properties.

Goolgowi Sewer Ponds

Council has recently completed the relining work of three of the Goolgowi sewer ponds. The rest of the ponds

will be isolated and let dry out for works to be carried out in the next round of relining works in 2018-19.

Sewer Chokes

Council would like to remind residents not to flush anything that does not dissolve in water down the toilets

into the sewer system. These items include the following:

* Nappies * Plastic bags * Tissues * Cotton makeup removing pads

* Paper towels * Cigarette butts * Latex gloves * Condoms

* Clothes dryer sheets * Cotton ear buds * Sanitary products * Any type of plastic

* Disposable wipes – including baby wipes & antibacterial wipes.

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MAGPIES SWOOPING Magpies are characteristic of the Australian urban environment and their social behaviour and

distinctive song provide enjoyment for many people.

Magpies pairs breed in Spring (August – October) and with this comes the magpies natural

behaviour to defend the territory around their nesting site. This may result in magpies swooping either

people or pets who they perceive as a threat to their nest around this 8 week period.

Reduce your chances of being swooped!

Do not deliberately provoke or harass the bird as this may make them more aggressive

Take care as injuries can occur as a result of the birds striking

Walk out of the birds territory immediately

Avoid the swooping area by taking an alternative route

Wear a large, wide brim hat and sunglasses or carry an open umbrella

Keep an eye on the bird as this may discourage attack

Make a temporary sign to warn others.

MAGPIES AND THE LAW Magpies are protected throughout NSW and it is against the law to kill the birds,

collect their eggs, or harm their young.

If you feel a magpie is a serious menace, it should be reported to the local council or

nearest National Parks and Wildlife Service office.

RANGER DAVE’S REPORT

MICROCHIPPING DAY - A HUGE SUCCESS In November 2016 Council received funding as part of the NSW Government

Responsible Pet Ownership Program. As a result to date a total of 125 dogs have been

microchipped.

Council’s free microchipping day held on 26 August 2017 was a great success, with

approximately 40 dogs chipped. Ranger David Treton said he was impressed with the

turn out at both Goolgowi and Hillston.

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION 2018/010, LOT 2 DP703719,

‘BRINGAGEE’ MURRUMBIDGEE RIVER ROAD, BENEREMBAH Council has received a Development Application for two (2) Irrigation storages with cumulative capacity of

7,000ML on Lot:2 DP:703719, ‘Bringagee’ Murrumbidgee River Road Benerembah, in accordance with s.79 of the

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. Council hereby provides Notice of the proposed development,

which will also be assessed as Designated development.

The name of the applicant is Webster Southern Ag Pty Ltd and the Consent Authority for this development is

Carrathool Shire Council, PO Box 12, Goolgowi NSW 2652.

The proposed development consists of the construction of two (2) above ground irrigation storages for the purpose of

holding river water, tailwater and stormwater associated with the irrigation on Bringagee.

The proposed development is Designated Development under the meaning of s.77A of the Environmental Planning

and Assessment Act 1979.

The Development Application and supporting documents may be inspected at the offices of Carrathool Shire Council

located at 9-11 Cobram Street, Goolgowi and the Department of Planning & Environment Offices from Monday 25

September 2017 up until close of business on Friday 3 November 2017.

During the time of public exhibition up until the close of business on Friday 3 November 2017 any person may

inspect the documents and make written submissions to Carrathool Shire Council concerning this proposed

development and if the submission is made by way of objection, the grounds of the objection must be specified in the

submission.

Any person who makes a submission by way of an objection and who is dissatisfied with the determination of

Carrathool Shire Council to grant development consent may appeal to the NSW Land and Environment Court.

Any submissions received regarding this Development Application will be considered a public document.

Should you require further assistance in relation to this matter then please do not hesitate to contact the Council on

6965 1900 during normal office hours.

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ADVERTISEMENTS CONT...

Joanne Treacy, General Manager

PO BOX 12, GOOLGOWI NSW 2652

POSITIONS VACANT CASUAL AGED CARE FIELD OFFICER /

COMMUNITY TRANSPORT DRIVERS Council is seeking suitably qualified and motivated individuals

for Casual Aged Care Field Officer/Community Transport

positions. The key functions will be to provide care and

assistance to aged care clients and clients with a disability.

This position is based at Hillston and will be offered on a casual

basis. A minimum of 10 hours per week will be offered and up

to 30 hours per week dependent upon requirements.

Interested people are asked to submit an application including a

resume detailing any experience and/or qualifications, a cover

letter that addresses the selection criteria and include details of a

current First Aid Certificate and a Class C driver’s licence.

Preferred applicants will need to consent to a National Police

History Check.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact HACC

Coordinator, Louise Fisk on 0427 486 577.

CORPORATE SERVICES COORDINATOR - CSCSC089

Council is seeking a suitably qualified and motivated individual

for a Corporate Services Coordinator position.

The Corporate Services Coordinator key functions will be to

ensure administration support to Council to enable the efficient

and effective functioning of Council’s offices.

This full time position is based at Goolgowi. Hours of work are

35 hrs pw with a rostered day off once a month. Salary will be in

the range of $1,185.14 to $1,291.81 pw negotiable dependent

upon skills, qualifications and experience.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Director

Corporate & Community Services, Robert Rayner on

0447 652 696.

Applications have been extended to close 4pm on Friday,

13 October 2017.

BUILDING & REGULATORY SERVICES MANAGER - ISBRM091

TRP $120,000 per annum negotiable

Vehicle available as part of package

Council house provided - subsidised rental

Attractive relocation assistance

Successful, respected and community focused

organisation

Who are we looking for? Holding relevant qualifications or ex-

perience, you will have the capacity to lead the Building and

Regulatory Services team to provide professional building and

regulatory services to the community.

For further information, please contact Council’s Director

Infrastructure Services, Mr Bill Prosser on 0429 690 060.

Applications will be accepted until 4pm Friday, 13 October 2017

Applications should be marked with the position number and be

addressed to the General Manager.

To obtain further information please visit:

www.carrathool.nsw.gov.au/council/positions-vacant

TENDERS / QUOTATIONS TENDER 2018-003

HILLSTON CARAVAN PARK MANAGEMENT Carrathool Shire Council is calling tenders for the

Management of the Hillston Caravan Park.

The Tender Document Package can be obtained by emailing

council@carrathool.nsw.gov.au between 8.30 am to 4.15 pm

weekdays.

Tenders must be submitted in accordance with the tender

lodgement requirements contained in the tender package and

be received by Council in full prior to 2.00 pm Friday 29

September 2017.

For further information, please contact Council’s Director

Infrastructure Services, Bill Prosser, on (02) 6965 1900 email

council@carrathool.nsw.gov.au.

PLANT / VEHICLES FOR SALE / TRADE-IN

Plant No 1295 – 02/2017 – Toyota Aurion AT-X Sedan

40,000 km

Plant No 1535 – 07/2015 - Nissan NP300 Navara DX Dual

Cab 40,000 km

Plant No 1803 – 02/2017 – Holden Colorado 4x4 LS Crew

Cab 40,000 km

Plant No 1807 – 02/2017 – Toyota Hilux 4x4 SR Dual Cab

40,000 km

Plant No 2568 – Solar powered Traffic Lights

Plant No 3032 – 1999 - John Deere 6510 MFWD Tractor

Plant No 5087 – 2011 – Kubota Mid Mount Ride On

Mower

Plant No 5088 – 2012 John Deere Industrial Out Front

Mower

Plant No 5093 – 2013 – Gianni Ferrari Ride On Lawn

Mower

PLANT TO SUPPLY

Modular Water Cart Tank

Hydraulic Mini Excavator 1.8 Tonne & Trailer

Please note that Council will retain all two-way radios

Inspections may be arranged by contacting Council’s Office

or Bert Breuling, Manager Fleet and Town Services, during

normal business hours on (02) 6965 1900 or 0429 651 348.

All tenders/quotations must be completed on an Official

Council Quotation Form and placed in a sealed envelope

clearly marked ‘Confidential Tender or Quotation - Plant

Number and Description’. This form can be obtained from

Council. Quotations are to be received by 12 noon

Tuesday 10 October 2017.

All persons are advised that it is their responsibility to ensure

that their tender/quotation is received at the Goolgowi

Council Chambers prior to the advertised closing date and

time.

Faxed tenders/quotations will not be considered.

The highest / lowest or any tender / quotation

will not necessarily be accepted.

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For more information on any of the above items please contact Council’s

Economic Development Officer, John Randall on 6965 1900.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Funding applications submitted for

key community projects

Funding applications have now been

submitted for three key community

projects in Carrathool Shire. These are

the refurbishment of the Hillston

Swinging Bridge, the building of a

walking trail in Desatholon Park in

Hillston, and the construction of a

state of the art skatepark in Goolgowi.

Council appreciates the strong interest

and letters of support received from

the community for these projects.

Such interest and support certainly

strengthens our funding case. The

results our applications should be

available mid-November 2017.

The funding applications were made

during the first round of the NSW

Government Stronger Country

Communities Fund. A second round

will open in early 2018, so Council is

keen to hear from community

members and groups regarding

possible projects for consideration.

Remember projects have to be “shovel

ready” and be centred around

community infrastructure.

Promotional filming in Carrathool

Promotional filming took place around

the Shire during the month. Carrathool

hosted a film crew from the

Department of Education and Training

who were shooting footage for a video

to promote the area’s recreation and

lifestyle options for teachers intending

to transfer to rural areas. Once the

video is completed, Council will be

able to incorporate the images in

promotional uses for our Shire.

Outcomes from Small Towns Big

Ideas Workshops

It is pleasing to see that one of the

working groups from the recent Small

Towns Big Ideas Workshops is

liaising with Council during the initial

concept stages of the Desatholon Park

walking trail project.

The group is working on a number of

walking trails throughout Hillston, and

the Desathalon Park project fits neatly

within their plans.

For information on the Hillston

Walking Trail Group see contact

details below.

Development Board meets in

Carrathool Shire

A Federal agency with key links to

Canberra held their Board Meeting in

Hillston recently.

Regional Development Australia

Riverina is part of an Australian

Government initiative based on

building regional partnerships and

ensuring that all governments and

stakeholders are responsive to local

priorities and needs.

It is a conduit between government

and local communities, and a provider

of information.

The Mayor and General Manager took

the opportunity to give the RDA

Board a comprehensive briefing on

economic development matters

relative to our Shire, as well as the

opportunities and challenges for the

future.

Carrathool Shire Being Considered

to Host International Reality TV

Show

A number of locations within our

Shire are being considered to film an

international reality television show.

The concept of the show is that a

jackeroo or jillaroo arrives in Australia

with no outback or farm experience,

and the show follows their progress on

their host property from a raw recruit

to a seasoned worker.

The filming is expected to take place

over a six month period. Council is

liaising with Destination NSW on this

project. Given the large number of

backpackers needed in our agricultural

industry, this TV show would be a

great promotional opportunity for our

Shire.

If you would like further information

or perhaps you would like your

property considered as a location,

please see contact details below.

Corynnia Station hosts Heritage

Rail Visitors

Carrathool Shire’s Corynnia Station

played host recently to a group of

visitors from Sydney who had

travelled out to the Riverina on a

charted Heritage Rail Trip.

Whilst at Corynnia, the guests had a

chance to tour the property, as well as

having a gourmet lunch in the

homestead gardens.

The Heritage Rail Trip was one of the

many events featured in this year’s

Taste Riverina Festival.

For further information, please go to

www.tasteriverina.com.au

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The next mobile library visit will be on:

10, 11 & 12 October 2017

To listen to a great range

of Audio Books simply go

to the Western Riverina

Libraries website or

Download the BorrowBox

app on iTunes or Android.

To login and access your account -

Username: Membership card barcode

Password: Members date of birth

Tuesday 10.00 am - 11.00 am St Joseph’s School 1.45 pm - 2.45 pm Hillston Central School By appointment Hillston Play ‘N’ Learn

Wednesday 11.30 am - 12 noon Hillston Billylids 12.30 pm - 12.45 pm Merriwagga (Near Hotel)

2.45 pm - 3.00 pm Carrathool Public School 3.00 pm - 3.15 pm Carrathool Residents

Thursday 11.30 am - 12 noon Rankins Springs

1.15 pm - 1.45 pm Goolgowi Park 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm Goolgowi Public School

School holiday activities on

Tuesday 3rd of October from

11 am – 12 Noon

Xbox Club Available throughout the

school holidays.

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Every 100 drums earns Goolgowi / Carrathool P&C $25

Goolgowi Collection: 3rd Thursday of each month

Bookings essential: Max Campbell on 6965 1354

Carrathool Collection: by appointment

To make a booking contact the school on 6993 5143

The Regional Consultant is Vernon Keighley: 0406 745 030

Phone: 6993 3059

Fax: 6993 4970

www.hmcs.org.au

Goolgowi

16 October

23 October

30 October

6 November

Carrathool

13 October

27 October

10 November

24 November

Now taking enrolments for 2018, preschool age children

will be given first priority, for further information please

phone 02 6993 3059 or email: jennilee@hmcs.org.au

You can visit the

Mobile Service

Centre at:

Friday 20 October

Rankins Springs:

9.30am - 12noon

War Memorial Hall

Goolgowi:

1.30pm - 4.00pm

Pioneer Park

Monday 21 October

Hillston:

10.00am - 3.00pm

Memorial Park

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Council Contact Details

Goolgowi Council Chambers

9-11 Cobram Street

PO Box 12

GOOLGOWI NSW 2652

Ph: 02 6965 1900

Fax: 02 6965 1379

Email: council@carrathool.nsw.gov.au

www.carrathool.nsw.gov.au

Hillston District Office

139-145 High Street

HILLSTON NSW 2675

Ph: 02 6961 7600

Fax: 02 6961 7617

W.G. Parker Memorial Library

175 High Street

HILLSTON NSW 2675

Ph: 02 6967 2503

Fax: 02 6967 2758

Email: library@carrathool.nsw.gov.au

Opening Hours

Council Offices - Goolgowi/Hillston 8.30 am - 4.15 pm Monday to Friday

Library 9.30 am - 5.00 pm Monday to Friday

9.30 am - 12 noon Saturday

Googlowi Tip / Landfill Station 8.00 am - 11.00 am Tuesday and Thursday

9.00 am - 12 noon Sunday

Hillston Tip / Landfill Station 7.30 am - 10.00 am Tuesday to Friday

1.00 pm - 5.00 pm Tuesday and Friday

10.00 am - 4.00 pm Sunday

After Hours Emergency

0407 244 429

Water & Sewer

Goolgowi - 0429 690 010

Hillston - 0429 672 119

Rankins Springs - 0428 661 305

www.facebook.com/carrathoolshirecouncil

COUNCIL MEETING

Agendas are available for public inspection on Council's website, at

the Goolgowi Council Chambers, Hillston District Office and the

WG Parker Memorial Library Hillston from the Friday prior to the

Council meeting.

Residents and ratepayers are asked to address any correspondence for

consideration or requests to address a Council meeting to the General

Manager for inclusion in the agenda to be received prior to the close

of the agenda.

Next Meeting: 17 October 2017

Venue: Goolgowi Council Chambers

Agenda Closure: 6 October 2017

Agenda Available: 13 October 2017

PESTICIDE/HERBICIDE APPLICATION

In accordance with Carrathool Shire Council’s Pesticide Use

Notification Plan, Council hereby gives notice that

pesticide/herbicide application will be undertaken within the shire

area during OCTOBER 2017 as declared below.

APPLICATION PURPOSE LOCATION

Round up and Ally Boom Spray -

Roadside Vegetation

Murrumbidgee River Road

in the Carrathool Shire

OCTOBEROCTOBER

6 Fanny Lumsden ‘Country Halls Tour’ Rankins Springs

6.30 pm local and support acts (see page 7)

7-8 Lachlan Fold Wildlife Action Group Bird Tours

To reserve your place on the tours

email: lfwagroup@gmail.com

14 Spring In The Springs (see page 7)

- Market Day

- Art and Photo Competition and Exhibition

- Music Festival

17 Ordinary Council Meeting ~ Goolgowi Council Chambers

21 Hillston Uniting Church Annual Flower Show and Luncheon

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT MOBILE SERVICE CENTRE

20 Rankins Springs - 9.30am to 12noon

Goolgowi - 1.30pm to 4.00pm

23 Hillston - 10.00am to 3.00pm

NOVEMBERNOVEMBER

4 GOOLGOWI & HILLSTON SWIMMING POOLS OPEN

4 Hillston Markets

21 Ordinary Council Meeting ~ Hillston Council Chambers

DECEMBERDECEMBER

2 Hillston Markets

9 Goolgowi Christmas Tree

9 St Joseph’s Christmas Tree