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Griffith City Council joins Live Traffic App
Griffith City Council is now sharing real-time traffic information with road users through the Live Traffic NSW website and app.

Council’s Director of Infrastructure and Operations, Phil King said the new technology streamlines traffic information.

“Council staff have received training which will allow data to be loaded into the NSW Live Traffic website and App. Road impacts across the local and state roads will all be in one place,” said Mr King.

“We are really happy to be able to provide up-to-date road information using this new platform.

“Our community members will now be able to view road incidents (planned/unplanned road closures, major events, road conditions and hazards) using the Live Traffic NSW and third-party navigation apps, which means it’ll also be on navigational systems such as Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze and TomTom.

“Having all this information in one place not only helps keep busy motorists moving, but it also contributes to keeping our community safe.

“During emergencies like floods or bushfires, Live Traffic NSW will be the go-to for motorists to help them make informed decisions and travel safely.”

Griffith Mayor, Councillor Doug Curran said “some information will still be on the Council website showing any scheduled road closures; however, the Live Traffic App will allow Council to show far more information in ‘real-time’ indicating the actual conditions of a road once it is reported to Council.”

 

360 All Stars to blast onto stage 
Blasting onto the stage with a phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus for one night only at Griffith Regional Theatre on Tuesday 28 March at 7.30pm.

Boasting a stellar cast of World Champion and World Record holding artists and athletes, 360 ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture. Add to this a stunning live soundtrack delivered by award winning musicians, coupled with spectacular video projections, 360 ALLSTARS is as aurally exciting as it is visually astounding.

A magnificent, colourful and astonishing expression of a generation that has reinvented the circus, 360 ALLSTARS is a revolutionary production.

Manager of Griffith Regional Theatre, Marg Andreazza said the ALLSTARS are spectacular! “Patrons will remember them from their 2015 and 2019 sold out shows, with the fast-paced music, amazing lights, and incredibly talented athletes and musicians. A fantastic family show, 360 ALLSTARS is a stunning production that will leave you dizzy with excitement,” she said. 

General tickets for adults are $35 and children tickets are only $20. Tickets can be purchased from the Box Office, by calling 6962 8444 or visiting www.griffithregionaltheatre.com.au 

“As well as the show, we’re also excited to host workshops with the ALLSTARS, each of whom are passionate about sharing their art form and experienced in catering to participants of all ages and stages,” Mrs Andreazza said. 

Workshops are on offer on Tuesday 28 March from 4:30pm to 5:30pm and can be booked through the Theatre. Kids and teens can enjoy BMX Flatlanding, Basketball Freestyling, Breakdancing and Circus workshops with 360 ALLSTARS for only $20. 
 
 

Preserve your memories at Griffith Pioneer Park Museum
Griffith Pioneer Park Museum is seeking out those who remember the old Post Office in Griffith, as part of their new display. 

The Post Office was on the site of the current building, but an older style with red brick and grand arched windows. 

Pioneer Park Museum has a recreation of the original Griffith Post Office which was operational from 1925 to 1979 with staff keen to talk to those who have stories to tell about the original building. 

“We’re currently developing new displays with a focus on the Post Office and would love to be able to share memories, stories, experiences and anecdotes to preserve this important part of our local history,” said Jason Richardson, Curator Griffith Pioneer Park Museum. 

“Do you have memories of the Griffith Post Office? Maybe you received an important telegram, or worked behind the counter? We would love for you to share any stories you might have.” 

Postal services at that time included technologies not seen today, like telegraph operators communicating through the percussive messaging of Morse Code. Aside from parcels and letters, the building also housed the switchboards used to link telephones in the region. 

“Those who lived on farms might remember the distinctive ringing of their party line, which indicated when a phone call was for their household rather than another that shared the connection,” said Mr Richardson. 
There are many ways the Post Office connected Griffith and it’s surprising to discover what services were provided in the building. 

“Phyllis Bell recently recalled working as Phonogram Operator for seven years and says her colleagues were the nicest people,” he said.  

“She remembered that as she progressed to being a senior staff member, her role included liaising with the CSIRO to update weather reports placed at the front of the Post Office.” 

Memories like these will help the new display to reflect how important services within the community have changed. 

“It’s details like these memories that help Pioneer Park Museum to share the experiences of the local people who shaped our history,” said Mr. Richardson. 

If you have a recollection of the Griffith Post Office, please contact Pioneer Park Museum on 6962 8333 or email Jason.Richardson@griffith.nsw.gov.au 
 
 
New biosecurity signs to help protect wine supply throughout Riverina Murray
The NSW Government will install 65 new biosecurity signs across the State’s 16 wine regions to keep our world-class vineyards phylloxera free. 

Phyloxera are very small aphid-like insects that are regarded as the world’s worst grapevine pest. 
Nationals candidate for Murray Peta Betts welcomes the announcement, warning an incursion would devastate the region’s wine production and the people it employs. 

“We produce some of the finest wine in the works in the Griffith area, so it is no surprise we have seen a sharp increase in visitors to our vineyards,” Ms Betts said. 

“With these visitors comes the inevitable threat of a biosecurity pest incursion like Phylloxera that can spread easily and estrous our vines quickly.”

“We’re also in close proximity to Victoria which already has  six Phylloxera infested zones, so there’s a risk the pest could come in on machinery operated by contractors. 

That’s why these signs are so important to raise awareness and protect so many of our livelihoods.” 
NSW Minister for Agriculture Dugald Saunders said movement of phylloxera was most likely caused by immature insects, known as crawlers, which can be easily transported on clothing, footwear, equipment, vehicles and in soil and vine materials. 

“The NSW Liberal and Nationals Government is taking the strongest possible approach to keeping our primary industries safe, including our grape sector, which contributes $14 billion to the NSW economy annually,” Mr Saunders said. 

“These new signs will not only make visitors aware of the threat of phylloxera, it will also alert them to the biosecurity measures vineyards have in place like washing shoes or not entering certain parts of their properties.” 

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said it was critical people travelling through wine production areas understood and respected the rules. 

“The roadside signs will be placed strategically across NSW’s 16 wine regions to maximise their visibility and impact,” Mr Farraway said. 

“Transport for NSW, NSW Department of Primary Industries and the NSW Wine Industry Association are working together to protect our viticulture industry from phylloxera, which would seriously jeopardise the 490 million bottles of wine we produce every year.”

For more information on the state’s viticulture industry, visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/grapes
Pictured: Minister for Agriculture Dougall Saunders with Bruno Brombal Chair of Riverina Winemakers
 
 
Message from Councillor Shari Blumer
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When I was running for Council in December of 2021, my husband and I discussed what we thought was important about local government for printing on campaign t-shirts that were made.  

He came up with a slogan that I thought hit the mark; “Local Government should not be distant.”

I have now been a Griffith City Councillor for some 14 months and am able to reflect on that slogan, what it means in practice and what I can do better as a Councillor to connect to the community.
Next week is Harmony Week and the Council is holding its citizenship ceremony on Tuesday 5pm at the Griffith Regional Theatre. All are welcome to attend. 

I have been to two such ceremonies as a Councillor and they are possibly my favourite part of the job, at the last one I attended on Australia Day there were over 50 new citizens from 20 countries. It is emotional and overwhelming to witness these Griffith residents become a formal part of our Australian family. 

I would encourage you to come along and witness this very special event. 

There is no doubt that Griffith does not look the same as it did 20 years ago and will look very different in 20 years’ time, migration is what has sustained Griffith and its industries and the cultural heart of the town.

The changing face of our community means that Council will need to meet the challenge of how we communicate with different parts of community, some who don’t speak the same language as us but still have the same needs and wants.

Feedback both positive and negative is an opportunity for any service provider to mature and improve services along with better reflecting the changing face of our community.

If you would like to provide your feedback, please visit griffith.nsw.gov.au and complete an online feedback form, or contact Council on 1300 176 077.

Griffith in all that is and has been, is the exemplar of multiculturalism but next week in Harmony Week I will challenge myself to learn more about the people that live here, that I don’t yet know.  To reach out a hand to our new residents and ask them what it is they need, and how we can help, so that local government, truly need not be distant.

Please consider being part of a Harmony Week event and think about how you can assist our new residents as they settle into life in our wonderful City.

Stay safe and well, 
Councillor Shari Blumer
 
 
 
 

Public Notices
            
Positions Vacant
Are you looking for a rewarding career? Then join our team and make a difference to your community. Griffith City Council offers the chance to work in a stable and secure environment while providing excellent opportunities to develop your skills and career potential. Council is proactive and passionate about creating ongoing opportunities for our growing population.

Griffith City Council offers;
  • Location & Lifestyle
  • 4 weeks annual leave (permanent employees)
  • 3 weeks sick leave each year (permanent employees)
  • 6.5 weeks Long Service Leave after 5 years (permanent employees)
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Employee Health & Assistance programs
​Council is seeking applications from enthusiastic motivated individuals for the following positions:​

Compliance Coordinator (Permanent)
The Compliance Coordinator oversees and coordinates Council’s enforcement and regulatory responsibility and ensures that all regulatory requirements under relevant legislation are met within the Griffith Local Government Area regarding parking, animal control/welfare and planning/building.
Qualifications: The successful applicant will require extensive job-related experience in planning Law, compliance or law enforcement and relevant tertiary qualification (Diploma of Local Government – Planning or other relevant qualification) and a current Australian driver licence.
Please include copies of all relevant licenses and qualifications with your application.
Skills & Knowledge: The successful applicant will require knowledge of relevant legislation affecting compliance and highly developed ability to interpret and enact a wide scope of legislation, strong organisational and time management skills, the ability to supervise and coordinate team members and resources.
Hours of work: 38 hours per week. 
Salary and conditions: Commencement annual salary from $90,376.51 to $99,416.71 (Grade 17). Plus superannuation.
Griffith City Council offers;
Special conditions: Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.
For any questions or a confidential discussion please contact Carel Potgieter on 1300 176 077.

Applications for the above close: Monday 27 March 2023

How to apply:

1. Log onto www.griffith.nsw.gov.au, go to the Jobs page and complete your application online.

2. Please include copies of all relevant licences and qualifications.
Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply. Griffith City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace.

PUBLIC NOTICES


Construction of NSW Rural Fire Service Kooba Brigade Fire Station
Tender 17-22/23
Griffith City Council invites tenders for a contract for the construction of NSW Rural Fire Service Kooba Brigade Fire Station at Willbriggie NSW 2680. Tenders close on Thursday 13 April 2023 at 2pm. Tender documents may be obtained by contacting Tenderlink on www.tenderlink.com.au/griffith
Please contact Tenderlink Customer Service on 1800 233 533. Tenders may be lodged online at www.tenderlink.com.au/griffith, hand delivered to 1 Benerembah Street Griffith NSW 2680 or post to PO Box 485 Griffith NSW 2680. 
Canvassing of any Council members or officers will disqualify tenderers from the tender process.

Integrated Development
(Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979)
235/2022Development Application No: DA
Notice is hereby given that Council has received the following development application: 
• DA 235/2022 for a Composting Facility on Lot 2 DP 538925 - 3743 Irrigation Way WIDGELLI
Applicant: PSA Consulting (Aust) Pty Ltd T/A PSA Consulting
Consent Authority: Griffith City Council 
Determining Authority: Griffith City Council 
Description of the proposed development: The proposed development relates to a Composting Facility.
Type of development: The proposed development is Integrated Development under the provisions of section 4.46 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
Integrated approvals required: The proposed development requires concurrence from the NSW Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 
Copies of the Development Application, submitted plans and supporting documentation, relating to the proposed development are available on Council’s website and Development Application Tracker.  This documentation may be viewed until Tuesday 11 April 2023.
PLEASE NOTE: Section 10.4 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979 requires the disclosure of any political donations and gifts made in the two years prior to the application date.  A form is available from Council’s Customer Service Centre or Council’s website – www.griffith.nsw.gov.au
Any interested person may view the submitted application plan and supporting documentation during the exhibition period and make written comment relating to the proposal. Written submissions regarding the proposed development will be received by Council up until 4pm on Tuesday 11 April 2023. Submissions should include a contact name, address and telephone number.  Submissions made on behalf of a company should also include the names and addresses of all company directors. Should the submission be an objection to the proposed development, the grounds of the objection must be specified. Objectors should be aware that submissions will be provided to Council and may be viewed by other persons with an interest in the application.
For further information regarding this proposed development, please contact Council’s Development Assessment Planner, Joanne Tarbit on 1300 176 077 or email Joanne.Tarbit@griffith.nsw.gov.au.

Notice of Intention to Give Consent to a Lease of a Crown Reserve
Griffith City Council hereby gives twenty eight (28) days’ notice of its intention to grant a lease for a term of 20 years over part Crown Reserve 85064 (part Lot 1 DP 1272062) Olympic Street, Griffith to PCYC NSW for construction of an integrated gymnastics and covered outdoor multi-sports competition facility. 
Written submissions will be received up until 4pm Thursday 6 April 2023 and should addressed to the General Manager, Griffith City Council, 1 Benerembah Street, Griffith or can be submitted via www.griffith.nsw.gov.au/onexhibition
Once the submission period is completed Griffith City Council will consider all duly made submissions before deciding whether to continue with the lease.  For all enquiries contact Daphne Bruce, Corporate Property Officer, Ph: 1300 176 077. 

Draft Plan of Management – Small Village Sportsgrounds - Griffith
(Bill Raymond Recreation Reserve & Henderson Oval)
Pursuant to Section 38 of the Local Government Act 1993, Griffith City Council advises that the Draft Plan of Management – Small Village Sportsgrounds, Griffith is currently on exhibition until Monday 20 March 2023.  To view the Draft Plan of Management, please visit www.griffith.nsw.gov.au/onexhibition
Written submissions will be received up until 4pm, Monday 3 April 2023 and should be forwarded to the General Manager, Griffith City Council, PO Box 485, Griffith NSW 2680 or via email admin@griffith.nsw.gov.au.  Please note that any submission may be included in the Council business paper for consideration at an Ordinary Meeting of Council.  The Draft Plan of Management can be viewed on Council’s website or at Council offices during business hours. For further information, please contact Corporate Property Officer, Daphne Bruce on 1300 176 077.

Provision of Legal Services - Tender No: 09 – 22/23
Griffith City Council invites tenders for a contract for the provision of legal services to the Council for the period 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2027.
Tenders close on Thursday 6 April 2023 at 2pm. Tender documents may be obtained by contacting Tenderlink at www.tenderlink.com/griffith  
Please contact Tenderlink Customer Service by telephoning 1800 233 533. Tenders may be lodged by email at www.tenderlink.com/griffith, hand delivered to Council Offices at 1 Benerembah Street, Griffith  NSW 2680 or by post to PO Box 485 Griffith NSW 2680. 
Tender notice: Canvassing of any Council members or officers will disqualify tenderers from the tender process.

Expression of Interest - City2Lake Fun Run
At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held 14 February 2023 it was resolved that Expressions of Interest be called from not-for-profit registered charitable organisations with a presence in the Griffith Local Government Area to organise and auspice the Griffith City to Lake Fun Run, on an annual basis for up to three years from 2024. 
To complete the EOI and view the requirements, please visit www.griffith.nsw.gov.au/onexhibition to complete the EOI before 4pm on Friday 24 March 2023.
A report will be prepared for Council’s consideration following closure of the Expression of Interest. Council will provide in kind support through the development of a Traffic Management Plan for the event and provide traffic control staff on the day of the event. The successful organisation is required to provide acquittal report on an annual basis. 

Notice of Temporary Road Closures
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993, Section 122 for the temporary closing of the following roads:

Banna Lane between Jondaryan Avenue and Kooyoo Street will be closed on Monday 20 March 2023 for Service Stream to conduct works on electrical infrastructure. A full road closure will be in place. Traffic encouraged to use Banna Avenue and Yambil street.

Banna Lane between Jondaryan Avenue and Kooyoo Streetwill be closed on Monday 2 April 2023 for Service Stream to conduct works on electrical infrastructure. A full road closure will be in place. Traffic encouraged to use Banna Avenue and Yambil street.


Thorne Road between Walla Avenue and Kidman Way 
Mansell Road between Walla Avenue and Beaumont Road
Little Road between Brace Road and Beaumont Road
Murrumbidgee Avenue between Brace Road and Beaumont Road
Crook Road between Thorne Road and Beaumont Road
Brombal Road between Little Road and Crook Road
The above roads will be closed from Monday 20 February 2023 to June 30 2023 for Griffith City Council to construct a roundabout. A full road closure will be place with detours around the worksite provided. Access to local residential traffic only, all other traffic must seek an alternate route.

Banna Lane between Jondaryan Avenue and Kooyoo Street will be closed on Monday 13 March 2023 between 7pm and 10pm to all traffic while a crane is in use by contractors. A full road closure will be in place.

Walla Avenue between Mansell Road and Bromley Road and Thorne Road between Walla Avenue and Murrumbidgee Avenue will remain closed until Friday 30 June 2023, with Walla Ave anticipated to be opening to traffic by end of June 2023. Walla Avenue and Thorne Road will be closed for the Construction of Stage 5b, 5a and 4b of the Great Southern Industrial Link Project by Griffith City Council. Detours around the site and access for heavy vehicles will be provided.

Bromley Road and Butler Road between Bromley Road and Snaidero Road will remain closed until the end of June 2023 for the construction of the remaining section of Bromley Road and extension of Thorne Road between Bromley Road and Walla Avenue, Upgrade of Thorne Road between Walla Avenue and Murrumbidgee Avenue and the construction of the roundabout at Thorne Road and Murrumbidgee Avenue intersection. During the road closure motorists are advised to seek alternate routes.

Banna Lane between Kooyoo Street and Jondaryan Avenue will be closed from 13 December 2022 until 28 February 2023. A full road closure will be in place with detours around the worksite available.

Mallee Street, Hanwood between Kidman Way and Wattle Street. Mallee Street will be closed from Wednesday 18 January until 17 April 2023 for Griffith City Council to conduct works on drainage infrastructure. A full road closure will be in place with detours around the worksite available. Access to Local Residential Traffic will be available.

Druitt Road, Lake Wyangan, Between Lakes Road and Boorga Road will be closed from Tuesday 24 January to 24 April 2023 for Griffith City Council to conduct works on drainage infrastructure.  A full road closure will be in place. with detours around the worksite available. Access to Local Residential Traffic only.

Barber Road between Brogden Road and Twaddell Road and Drew Road between Woodside Road and Barber Road. Barber Road and Drew Road will be closed until Monday 31 July 2023 for the upgrade and sealing of Barber Road by Griffith City Council. Local residents and local businesses are advised to use alternative accesses during the construction period. Detour will be via Brogden Road, Bringagee Road and Twaddell Road.

Notification of Development Applications

Notification of Development Applications Received 
(Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979)
DA Number: 89/2022(1)    
Applicant:  Parisplan Urban & Regional Planning
Address: Lots 946 & 947 DP 751709 & Lot 2 DP 48774, 59-61 Twigg Street & 20-22 Mackay Avenue GRIFFITH
Description: Change of Use of part of a heritage listed building as a beauty salon 
Copies of the Development Application and associated plans are available for inspection on Council’s website under Planning & Development
Development  Applications - Notifications. If you do not have access to the internet, please phone Council’s Customer Service Centre on 1300 176 077. This documentation may be viewed up until 4pm on Friday 14 April 2023.
PLEASE NOTE: Section 10.4 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979 requires the disclosure of any Political Donations & Gifts made in the two years prior to the application date. A form is available from Council’s Customer Service Centre or Council’s website griffith.nsw.gov.au 
Written submissions regarding the Development Application should be addressed to the General Manager and will be received by Council up until  4pm on Friday 14 April 2023. Submissions should include a contact name, address and telephone number. 
Submissions made on behalf of a company should also include the names and addresses of all company directors. If submissions are received raising concerns with the proposed development a report will be presented to an Ordinary Meeting of Council for  determination. As such, copies of all submissions (including the writer’s name and address) will form part of Council’s Business Paper and be available to the public. 
Should you wish to have your contact details withheld it is recommended that you request this in your submission.

 
Do you need to contact Council?  

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