Beware the black and white bombers!

September 20, 2016Posted in: Environment

Magpie, canstockphoto©

Surviving the magpie swooping season needn’t be a nightmare says Wingecarribee Shire Council Senior Ranger Troy McGlynn. “Swooping is a natural behavior for many of our native birds like plovers and magpies when springtime rolls around,” Mr McGlynn said.  “Like any protective parent the birds are just trying to shield their young from perceived threats...

Council cracks down on Election posters

September 2, 2016Posted in: Events

Wingecarribee Shire Council is reminding people erecting posters and advertising for candidates in this month’s Local Government Election of their responsibilities in the lead up to the September 10 poll. Wingecarribee Shire Council Senior Ranger Troy McGlynn said strict rules governed the distribution and display of electoral material. “The Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 clearly...

Making sure your donation counts and doesn’t cost

May 25, 2016Posted in: Other

Donating to charities never goes out of fashion. Your good quality clothes, books, music and bric-a-brac not only get a new lease of life, but they also support Australians doing it tough and help reduce landfill. Remember though that charities are unable to accept items that are soiled, damaged or broken.  Doing so only takes...

Responsible Pet Ownership in our Shire

February 15, 2016Posted in: Other

In the wake of this month’s dog attack on a young girl in western Sydney, Wingecarribee Shire Council is reminding dog owners of the importance of responsible pet ownership. “Our thoughts are first and foremost with this young girl’s family,” said Council’s Senior Ranger, Troy McGlynn. “While this is a terrible incident, it is important...

Council cracks down on illegal car sellers on Moss Vale Rd

July 15, 2015Posted in: Roads and Assets

Owners looking to sell their cars by the side of Moss Vale Road in Bowral are being warned they could be issued with an infringement notice following a recent resolution from Council. The move to crack down on the car sales follows a decision from Councillors which recommended that Council take immediate steps to prohibit...

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