Bush Fire Danger Period starts 1 October 2022

September 30, 2022Posted in: Community, Environment
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Farmer and pile burn in rural setting

Wingecarribee Shire Council is urging residents to prepare now with the statutory Bush Fire Danger Period coming in effect on Saturday 1 October 2022. Council’s Manager Environment and Sustainability, Mr Barry Arthur, said the 2022/23 bush fire season will be the first to incorporate the updated Fire Danger Rating System. “Australia’s Fire Danger Rating System...

Council to host HSC Study Sessions with a difference

September 29, 2022Posted in: Community, Delivering, Events
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Wingecarribee Shire Council is inviting Year 12 students preparing for their end of year exams to join them for a different quality study option. Council’s Library Services and Community Development Teams have joined forces to host a series of HSC Study Sessions starting early October. The week-long program will allow Year 12 students to have...

Arts Trail maps now available

September 28, 2022Posted in: Community, Events
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arts trail illustrated map

Wingecarribee Shire Council is encouraging residents to pick up their free map and start planning for this year’s Southern Highlands Arts Trail. Council’s Director Corporate Strategy and Resourcing, Ms Carmel Foster, said this year’s Arts Trail provides an opportunity for artists to showcase their work in their studio and sell direct to the public. “This...

Expressions of interest called for Seniors Festival

September 27, 2022Posted in: Community, Events
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Wingecarribee Shire Council is calling for expressions of interest from community groups, businesses and organisations interested in hosting an event during the 2023 NSW Seniors Festival. The 2023 festival will run from Wednesday 1 February to Sunday 12 February. Council’s Director Corporate Strategy and Resourcing, Ms Carmel Foster, explained the importance of the festival for...

Council delivers strong end of year draft Financial Statements

September 26, 2022Posted in: Delivering, Other
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Bowral Town

Wingecarribee Shire Council has reported a consolidated draft Operating result of $29.4 million for the twelve months to 30 June 2022. Council’s Operating Revenue of $170.2 million was detailed at the Council Meeting of Wednesday 21 September 2022 as part of Council’s 2021/22 Draft Financial Statements. Other highlights included $140.8 million which was spent on...