Motorists urged to slow down around school zones

January 25, 2013Posted in: Roads and Assets
 

With the 2013 school term set to begin next week, Council is reminding motorists of the re-introduction of school speed zones. “With the majority of Highland schools starting back on Tuesday the 29 January, it’s important to remember that school speed zones officially come back into force on that date as well,” said Council’s Road...

Swimming pool safety during thunderstorms

January 25, 2013Posted in: Community
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To ensure the safety of all swimming pool patrons, Wingecarribee Shire Council is reminding residents that during thunderstorms, lifeguards will evacuate Council’s public swimming pools in accordance with guidelines set by the Royal Life Saving Society. Patrons will be asked to evacuate the pool when a storm is deemed to be within 10km of the...

Wingecarribee Shire to welcome new citizens

January 24, 2013Posted in: Community, Events
 

Thirty two residents from China, France, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, the United States of America, Malta, Ireland, Canada, Italy, India, Yugoslavia and the United Kingdom will make the pledge of Australian Citizenship as part of Wingecarribee Shire Council’s 2013 Australia Day celebrations this Saturday 26 January at Berrima. Wingecarribee Shire Mayor, Councillor Juliet Arkwright said...