New citizens welcomed at Wentworth Shire
Four Wentworth Shire residents were conferred as our newest Australian citizens at Council’s chambers on 17 August.
Ratana Ponham (Thailand), Ranie Medaglia (Philippines), Maeva Lopez (Spain) and Vinicius Leao (Brazil) were granted their Citizenships at the ceremony held before the August Ordinary Council Meeting.
To mark the special occasion the four were gifted a Native Australian plant and a commemorative citizenship coin by Wentworth Shire Council.
“It is a great honour to welcome Ratana, Ranie, Maeva and Vinicius as citizens of this great nation,” Wentworth Shire Council Mayor Tim Elstone said.
“We wish them well for their futures here in Australia and the Wentworth Shire.”
Tender PT2223/02 – Supply and delivery of bulk automotive fuels
Council requests tenders from suitably qualified providers for the supply and delivery of Bulk Automotive Fuels.
Tender documents are available from Council by phoning (03) 5027 5027.
Tenders close at 4pm Monday 29 August 2022.
Any enquiries in relation to the tender contact Simon Rule – Director Finance & Policy.
Wentworth Shire partners with Humm Events
Wentworth Shire Council will utilise the services of the company that delivered events such as the Beyond The Valley Music Festival, the 2020 Fire Fight Benefit Concert held at Sydney’s ANZ Stadium and the Sydney Harbour Bridge 90th Anniversary for a major concert in the region next year.
Humm Events were awarded the tender at Council’s June Ordinary Meeting, with the event planned for March 2023 at the Wentworth Showgrounds.
Wentworth Shire Council Mayor Tim Elstone said the exciting news would play a major part in revitalising the community after the difficulties of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“This concert promises to be spectacular and a real boost for our Wentworth Shire community,” he said.
“To have a company such as Humm Events with their record and reputation putting on a show I am sure it will be well received by local residents and the visitors it will draw in alike.”
The event will be funded under the NSW Government’s Reconnecting Regional NSW Community Events Program, with Wentworth Shire securing more than $300,000 for this and other events.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the Reconnecting Regional NSW Community Events Program would support the state’s events and hospitality sectors while bolstering economic recovery.
“The past two years have been difficult, with many unpredictable events including floods, drought, bushfires and the
COVID-19 pandemic, but we know NSW residents will come out the other side stronger and more resilient,” he said.
“People have been disconnected from family and friends but now they’re getting out and about again – we want to see communities thriving and businesses benefiting from more local activities, events and opportunities in the regions.”
National Tree Day
One hundred new trees were planted on the Silver City Highway near the Wentworth Aerodrome as part of this year’s National Tree Day celebrations on Thursday.
While National Tree Day is traditionally the last Sunday in July, and Schools Tree Day the last Friday in July, Pomona and Wentworth public schools got an early start this year.
The day was coordinated by Western Landcare NSW Local Landcare Coordinator – Wentworth Vanessa Anderson with the assistance of Wentworth Shire Council’s Parks and Gardens team.
“I think the day went extremely well, the weather was perfect and the children were really engaged,” Mrs Anderson said.
“They really did enjoy it, being outside, getting their hands dirty which is what it was all about.”
The planting was also attended by Wentworth Shire Councillor Brian Beaumont and Local Land Services Biosecurity Officer Lynda Watson.
Mrs Anderson said she planned to make the tree planting an annual event, involving other schools in the district and other parts of the Shire.
Declaration of Councillor Election count back result
The New South Wales Electoral Commission has announced Jane MacAllister as the successful candidate in the count back to fill the vacancy created following Councillor Greg Evans’ resignation in June.
Cr MacAllister previously served on Council between 2016-2021.
“On behalf of my fellow Councillors and staff we look forward to working with Jane to continue representing our community and delivering positive outcomes for the residents of Wentworth Shire,” Wentworth Shire Council Mayor Tim Elstone said.
Willow Bend Caravan Park update
Underground asset services are ready to be undertaken at the Willow Bend Caravan Park site in readiness for the much-anticipated project to move forward.
Following internal Council resources completing the earthwork for the park’s foundation a local contractor in Wall Constructions has been engaged to help progress the major infrastructure upgrade.
In conjunction with contractors, internal council resources will construct retaining walls and install concrete RV pads and footpaths throughout as well as road infrastructure.
Works are scheduled to commence in August to be completed in early 2023 in preparation for the Caravan Park to be operational at Easter that year.
Wentworth Shire Council Mayor Tim Elstone said the prospect of a completed Willow Bend Caravan Park was exciting for the entire Shire.
“Having an accommodation site of that size reopened and able to catch the many visitors who pass through is going to help boost the economy of our entire Shire,” he said.
“I look forward to the local contractors being able to deliver a spectacular Caravan Park in conjunction with Council’s Works teams that will continue to be a focal point for our tourism industry.”
