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Issue No: 0921 FREE
COUNCIL CATCH-UP
Westend Stadium part of multi-million dollar Sports Precinct
Griffith's Westend Stadium is set to for over 1000 people, seven all weather potential to host other sports.
undergo major capital works as part netball courts, a new synthetic athletics Griffith Mayor, Councillor John Dal Broi
of the $30M Griffith Regional Sports track with new lighting, a new synthetic said not only are the works important at
Precinct. turf hockey pitch and a new grandstand. a local level, but on a regional and state
A sod turning held last week follows the The main stadium will be extended level as well.
2018 announcement of $10M funding to include room for the additional "We will be able to attract a range of
from the State Government, $4.5M from basketball courts and seating, meaning sporting events and competitions to
the Federal Government and $10.3M Griffith will be able to offer a location for Griffith, which will have an ongoing
from Griffith City Council. major basketball events and expand on economic impact on the community,"
The development will see Westend our local competitions. said Councillor Dal Broi.
grounds and stadium overhauled to Meanwhile to the right of the stadium "With increased competitions comes
become a state of the art sporting arena, all weather netball courts will be accommodation bookings, meals,
allowing for increased participation constructed. activities - this will be a real boost for our
from local sporting groups, schools In addition, a synthetic athletics track will local economy as well as our sporting
and organisations, as well as providing allow local athletes to train and compete community."
opportunities to host major local and on a fast and high-performing track. Once work has commenced, it is
regional sporting events and carnivals. The synthetic turf hockey pitch will be anticipated to take approximately
The complex will feature a total of seven durable, environmentally friendly, and 12 months to be finalised (weather
indoor basketball courts with seating provides an all weather surface with the permitting).
Dump waste for free 10-11 April Message from the General Manager
While it is only March, it has A topic which the community
already been quite a year for the is always passionate about is
Griffith community. Lake Wyangan. I would like to
Many projects are in full swing, assure you Council is doing
with some completed or nearing everything possible to enhance
completion. the environment but there is no
The $7.9M 50m pool and amenities quick fixes. Currently Council is
at GRALC was officially opened last investigating the preferred options
week, however the community identified at the last Lake Wyangan
has been enjoying the water since Committee Meeting with a report
February. We have had fantastic to be presented at the next
feedback from users, and it is meeting to be held in April. Council
great to see so many people taking will then be undertaking extensive
Have you just had a big clean “The ‘Dump for Free’ day was an advantage of the 50m pool. community consultation and I
out and have waste you need to initiative of Council to address This weekend the Griffith would encourage you to put forth
dispose of? Do you need to have some of the illegal dumping Swimming Club will be hosting your opinions.
your own backyard blitz or clean throughout the LGA and to assist a carnival, which so far has over Griffith is moving ahead in leaps
out your home, shed or man cave? residents in the disposal of their 140 entries and up to 300 people and bounds which can be seen
Why not do it for FREE! Bulky Waste,” said Councillor Dal coming from as far away as Victoria, through the many projects
The next Griffith City Council ‘Dump Broi. Canberra and Sydney to attend. currently underway. Considerable
for Free’ weekend will be held “The weekends have proven to be a This is a great boost to our local interest has been expressed by
on Saturday and Sunday 10 and massive success with close to 1200 economy. I wish all participants the Government agencies in Griffith
11 April 2021 at the Tharbogang residents using the Tharbogang best and hope the visitors to our and Council is always open to
Waste Management Centre and and Yenda service during the same City enjoy all we have to offer. working in partnership with the
Yenda Waste Management Centre event held last year.” The sod was turned at Westend State and Federal Government to
from 8am to 5pm. Residents who want to take Stadium last week, marking the achieve positive outcomes for our
Council’s Waste Operations advantage of the free entry at the official commencement of the community.
Manager, Mr John Roser said it is Tharbogang and Yenda facilities project. A second report will be Lastly, Council has made a
important to note that this “Dump can dispose of general domestic going to Council either 23 March submission to host the 2021 Daily
for Free” weekend will be held waste including garden rubbish, or 9 April which will see the tender Telegraph Bush Summit. This
under COVID-19 restrictions. mixed recyclables and general awarded. It is hoped work will start one day summit showcases the
“Due to the COVID-19 pandemic waste and is capped at 2 standard by the end of the financial year, opportunities for businesses and
and subsequent restrictions, loads per household. We will only and work to be completed within families to realise their potential
each vehicle entering both waste accept 4 car tyres per load and 12 months of commencement. by moving to a rural or regional
facilities will have to scan a QR no commercial or ag tyres will be You can read all about the project centre. The inaugural summit was
Code, and any passenger of the accepted. on the front page of this publication held in Dubbo in 2019, with Cooma
vehicle will also be asked to scan A standard load is the equivalent - we are very excited to be able hosting the 2020 event. Numerous
a QR Code as well,” said Mr Roser. of a ute/car and trailer combo, or to deliver the sporting precinct political leaders presented at last
just a ute or car load. It is important to Griffith and look forward to year's event including the Prime
“If unable to scan the QR Code a
to note that no asbestos will be hosting a range of sporting events. Minister, Leader of the Opposition,
COVID-19 declaration form will
accepted over this weekend. The community stage at the Burley the Premier, and several Ministers
be provided by staff on the day,
Griffin Community Gardens is both State and Federal, with several
and refusal to scan the QR Code Remember to take advantage of
due to be completed this month, business leaders presenting.
will result in denying access to the the free Community Recycling
waste facility.” Centre (CRC) located at the opening up the possibilities for this Griffith has put forward a very
Tharbogang Waste Management incredible community space. strong submission with many
“Each Disposal Site will have staff
Facility. The CBD is set to have a boost to positive and inspiring stories. I look
ensuring that social distancing
parking, with the new car park forward to receiving a response in
guidelines are being kept. Please “The Community Recycling Centre
under development in Railway the coming weeks.
note that due to the COVID-19 is a permanent drop-off centre
restrictions waste disposal times for common household problem Street, which is expected to be Until next time,
may vary and Council Staff will be wastes that can’t be collected completed in June. Mr Brett Stonestreet,
monitoring social distancing,” he via council kerbside waste and General Manager
added. recycling collection services,” said
If you have any flu like symptoms, Griffith Mayor, Councillor John Dal
or have travelled to any of the Broi.
COVID-19 hotspots within 14 “Householders can drop off
days please stay at home and do problem wastes at the Tharbogang
not attend any Council Facilities, Waste Management Facility all
including the Dump for Free year round, free of charge – take
weekend. advantage of this great service
Griffith Mayor, Councillor John Dal at any time and help your local
Broi said each year Council spends environment.” Join the Council team!
in excess of $40,000 cleaning up The CRC can accept paint, gas
waste from the roadside due to bottles, fire extinguishers, motor We are currently seeking applications for
illegal dumping and the Dump oils, other oil, car and household a number of exciting positions.
for Free weekends are one way batteries, smoke detectors and
Council are trying to address the fluro globes/tubes, 7 days per
For more information or to apply visit our
issue. week, 8am – 5pm. website: www.griffith.nsw.gov.au
Councillor Catch Up - Councillor John Dal Broi
Last week was an extremely busy Stadium was to celebrate the not celebrated as it should have
time for Council, with the arrival commitment of $10M from been. Over the weekend more
of the first Qantas flight, the sod the State Government in 2018, false information was shared,
turning event at Westend Stadium, and $1.5M from the Federal suggesting that the pool was 3cm
and the Official Opening of the Government in 2019 to develop short. The pool has been certified
50m pool at Griffith Regional a world class, state of the art and is not at all short - in fact, it
Aquatic Leisure Centre. sporting precinct for Griffith. is approximately 3cm longer to However, when it comes to
All of these events are positives Covering Westend Stadium, Jubilee allow for timing pads to be used in Council projects which have been
for our community, however Oval and Griffith Regional Aquatic competitions. funded by the State or Federal
were undermined by incorrect Leisure Centre, the $30M project Griffith is fortunate to have been Government, there are protocols
information being circulated in our will put Griffith on the map for supported with millions of dollars we must follow and this was what
community. sporting events and competitions, in external funding from our has always occurred. Ms Steph
In all the noise, we failed to see add valuable dollars to our visitor Governments. More than $70M Cooke was here representing
that Griffith, a relatively small city, economy and provide our athletes of projects is currently underway, Deputy Premier, John Barilaro
had been granted opportunities with the best possible facilities to aimed at delivering the best and in that capacity, is part of the
other local government areas can extend and enhance their sporting possible social and economic events which took place.
only dream of. careers. outcomes for this community. I would encourage you all to stop
Amongst the negativity and The Official Opening of the 50m Griffith is achieving things other for a minute, think about the
political games, we lost sight of pool was also overshadowed, not areas are jealous of and can only projects underway and the bigger
the fact that Qantas commenced once, but twice with incorrect dream about, but as a community picture, and not get caught up
a new daily route, providing an information. we are focusing on all the wrong in the rumours and speculation.
additional connection to Sydney, So much work went on behind the things. Let's celebrate the incredible
increasing services and allowing scenes to deliver the $7.9M project, I would like to take a moment to achievements and be proud of the
not only residents to travel to encompassing the 50m pool and clarify that our local Member, Mrs projects being delivered.
Sydney and beyond, but attract amenities including change rooms, Helen Dalton was invited to and Stay well,
visitors to our City. toilets and accessible facilities. present at both the Qantas first Councillor John Dal Broi, Mayor
The sod turning at Westend I feel saddened that this was flight and pool opening.
Community Grants now open Jubilee Oval amenities block taking shape
The second round of Griffith organisations and individuals
City Council’s Community Grant the opportunity to obtain funds
Program for the 2020/2021 to initiate new activities or
financial year opened on support projects that benefit the
Monday, 1 March 2021, with community.
community groups, not-for-profit “I encourage those eligible
and charitable organisations or groups to start working on
individuals encouraged to submit their submissions,” Councillor
an application. Zappacosta said.
Applications are welcome for The Community Grants Program
projects and activities which can will close Monday 12 April 2021.
demonstrate they will deliver Late applications will not be Part of the $30M plus Griffith and access panels undergoing
new initiatives which align with accepted. Application forms Regional Sports Precinct, Jubilee installation.
Councils’ Strategic Plan – Guiding including the program guidelines Oval's new amenities block is Tilers are expected to be on site
Griffith 2040. can be found at www.griffith.nsw. nearing completion with thanks to this week to complete the interior
Chair of the Communities gov.au/grants or by contacting a $900K grant under the Stronger tile works, while the external
Committee, Councillor Dino Council’s Governance Officer, Country Communities Fund. concrete works for the front of the
Zappacosta said the Community Melissa Canzian on 1300 176 077. Local sporting teams competing at building will start within the next
Grant Program offers local Jubilee Oval will enjoy new change week.
rooms, toilets, canteen, and Griffith Mayor, Councillor John Dal
cricket pitch while the rugby fields Broi said the alterations to Jubilee
will be reconfigured to allow for will assist local sporting groups to
additional fields and larger playing
Imagine
Griffith
spaces.
make the most of what is already a
well-used ground.
Additional funding of $300K “Encouraging an active lifestyle
provided by Griffith City Council for our community is a priority
will also see new parking installed for Council and with this funding
at the Oval with all works we are pleased to be able to
Are you ready to
scheduled for completion by June provide world class facilities,” said
Imagine Griffith?
if not before. Councillor Dal Broi.
We would like your help to review Works are nearing the final stages “With work underway on the
Griffith’s Community
with over 90% of mechanical and Griffith Sporting Precinct linking
Strategic Plan -
Guiding Griffith 2040. electrical services being installed. West End Oval, Griffith Regional
The water has been connected to Aquatic Leisure Centre and Jubilee
Find out more at
imaginegriffith.com.au
the building and stormwater and Oval, Griffith and surrounds will
or visit our Facebook group at sewer works are almost complete. have access to fantastic facilities,
facebook.com/groups/ The rendering of the building has enabling large scale sporting
ImagineGriffith/ been completed, with the ceilings events to be held in Griffith.”
Public Notification
Public Hearing – Alteration of Categorisation of Community Land 2021 and addressed to the General Manager, Griffith City Council, PO Box 485, Griffith
Pursuant to Section 40A of the Local Government Act 1993, Council proposes to alter the NSW 2680 or via email admin@griffith.nsw.gov.au. Please note that any submissions
categorisation of community land, Women’s Land Army Park (part Lot 157 DP 751709) may be included in the Council Business Paper for consideration at an Ordinary Meeting
from General Community Use to Park. A public hearing will be held in the Council of Council. Once the submission period is completed, Griffith City Council will consider
Chambers, 1 Benerembah Street, Griffith on Wednesday 24 March 2021 between 5pm all duly made submissions before deciding whether to continue with the licence. For all
and 5.30pm. For further information regarding this proposal please contact Daphne enquiries contact Daphne Bruce, Corporate Property Officer, Telephone 1300 176 077.
Bruce, Corporate Property Officer, on 1300 176 077. Notice of Intention to Give Consent over a Crown Reserve
Flood Mapping Update for Yenda Griffith City Council hereby gives notice of its intention to grant a licence for a term
At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held Tuesday 23 February 2021 it was resolved that of 10 years over Crown Reserve described as part Lot 562 DP 751743 Dalton Park, to
the Flood Mapping Update for Yenda be placed on public exhibition. The Flood Mapping Griffith Harness Racing Club Inc. Written submissions will be received up until 4pm
Update for Yenda may be viewed at the Council Chambers, 1 Benerembah Street Griffith, Friday, 26 March 2021 and addressed to the General Manager, Griffith City Council,
the Griffith City Library and on Council’s website at griffith.nsw.gov.au/onexhibition PO Box 485, Griffith NSW 2680 or via email admin@griffith.nsw.gov.au. Please note
Anyone wishing to make comment on the Flood Mapping Update for Yenda can do so that any submissions may be included in the Council Business Paper for consideration
in writing addressed to the General Manager, Griffith City Council, PO Box 485, GRIFFITH at an Ordinary Meeting of Council. Once the submission period is completed, Griffith
NSW 2680 or visit Council’s website to provide an online submission. Submissions City Council will consider all duly made submissions before deciding whether to continue
received will be included in a report to be presented to an Ordinary Meeting of Council. with the licence. For all enquiries contact Daphne Bruce, Corporate Property Officer,
As such, copies of all submissions (including the writer’s name and address) will form part Telephone 1300 176 077.
of Council’s Business Paper and be available to the public. Should you wish to have your Notice of Proposed Road Name
contact details withheld it is recommended that you request this in your submission. Griffith City Council announces that the following name is proposed for road naming
A public consultation will be held at the Yenda Diggers Club Mirrool Avenue Yenda on within the council boundaries.
Thursday 18 March 2021 at 5.30pm. Comments or submissions will be received up to 1. Road 1 – Pritchard Street: Clive Pritchard was a long-time resident and shop owner,
4pm, Friday 9 April 2021. and local identity of Griffith. He owned a well-known store in Yambil Street known as Clive
Draft Economic Development Strategy Pritchard’s store. Locality: Griffith Reason for Proposal: Name to be utilised in the new
At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held Tuesday 23 February 2021 it was resolved subdivision of Emerald Estate. For further information on this proposal, please contact
that the draft Economic Development Strategy be placed on public exhibition. The Council’s Information Management Administrator at the Council Offices or by phone on
Draft Economic Development Strategy may be viewed at the Council Chambers, 1 1300 176 077. Feedback to this proposal is sought from members of the community
Benerembah Street Griffith, the Griffith City Library and on Council’s website at griffith. within 15 working days from the date of this notice. Written submissions will be received
nsw.gov.au/onexhibition Anyone wishing to make comment on the draft Economic up until 4pm Friday 19 March 2021. Feedback can be provided by mail to PO Box 485,
Development Strategy can do so in writing addressed to the General Manager, Griffith Griffith NSW 2680, or email admin@griffith.nsw.gov.au
City Council, PO Box 485, GRIFFITH NSW 2680 or visit Council’s website to provide an Disability Inclusion Action Plan
online submission. Submissions received will be included in a report to be presented to At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held Tuesday, 9 February 2021 it was resolved that
an Ordinary Meeting of Council. As such, copies of all submissions (including the writer’s the Disability Inclusion Action Plan be placed on public exhibition. The Disability Inclusion
name and address) will form part of Council’s Business Paper and be available to the Action Plan may be viewed at the Council Chambers, 1 Benerembah Street Griffith, the
public. Should you wish to have your contact details withheld it is recommended that Griffith City Library and on Council’s website at griffith.nsw.gov.au/onexhibition Anyone
you request this in your submission. Comments or submissions will be received up to wishing to make comment on the Disability Inclusion Action Plan can do so in writing
4pm, Friday 9 April 2021. addressed to the General Manager, Griffith City Council, PO Box 485, GRIFFITH NSW
Draft Plan of Management – Small Village Parks 2680 or visit Council’s website to provide an online submission. Submissions received
(Brolga Park, Rowley Park, Cyril Morris Park, Restyn Park, Tharbogang Tennis Courts & will be included in a report to be presented to an Ordinary Meeting of Council. As such,
Public Recreation Reserve, Mallee Park, Worthington Park, Halse Park, Meggitt Park) copies of all submissions (including the writer’s name and address) will form part of
Pursuant to Section 38 of the Local Government Act 1993, Griffith City Council advises Council’s Business Paper and be available to the public. Should you wish to have your
that the Draft Plan of Management for Small Village Parks is currently on exhibition contact details withheld it is recommended that you request this in your submission.
until Wednesday 10 March 2021. Written submissions will be received up until 4pm, Comments or submissions will be received up to 4pm, Friday, 26 March 2021.
Wednesday 24 March 2021 and should be forwarded to the General Manager, Griffith Notice of Temporary Road Closures
City Council PO Box 485, Griffith NSW 2680 or via email admin@griffith.nsw.gov.au. Notice is hereby given under the Roads Act 1993, Section 122 for the temporary closing
Please note that any submission may be included in the Council business paper for of:
consideration at an Ordinary Meeting of Council. The Draft Plan of Management can Lenehan Road between Banna Avenue and Bridge Road. Lenehan Road will be closed
be viewed on Council’s website or at Council offices during business hours. For further on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 March 2021 as Griffith City Council will be completing
information, please contact Corporate Property Officer, Daphne Bruce on 1300 176077. road repairs on Banna Avenue.
Notice of Intention to Give Consent over a Crown Reserve Park Street between Railway Parade and West Avenue Park Street will be closed on
Griffith City Council hereby gives notice of its intention to grant a licence for a term of 10 Wednesday 24 March 2021 from 8am until 5pm as Essential Energy will be undertaking
years over a Crown Reserve described as Area 21, part Lot 562 DP 751743 Dalton Park, to powerline works. Detours around the site will be provided.
Patrick & Katie Hume. Written submissions will be received up until 4pm Friday 26 March
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