NSW AMBULANCE To HOST COMMUNITY consultation MEETINGS
Council strongly encourages community members to attend one of two Community Consultation meetings set to be held by NSW Ambulance in Coolamon and Ardlethan in early December.
The purpose of the Community Consultation sessions is to provide residents with the opportunity to hear from NSW Ambulance about potential options for future paramedic coverage models available to our region. It will also allow residents the opportunity to provide feedback and express any concerns.
All members of the public are invited by NSW Ambulance to attend either of the following meetings:
- Coolamon Sports Club – 2.00pm, Tuesday 9th December
- Ardlethan Memorial Hall at 2.00pm on Wednesday 10th December.
The Community Consultation sessions will form the basis of the NSW Ambulance report that will be provided to the NSW Health Minister about the emergency health services required and being provided in Coolamon and Ardlethan.
Council would encourage community members to attend these meetings as they provide an important opportunity for the residents of our Shire to help shape the future of NSW Ambulance services provided in our region.
Capture Coolamon Shire
Congratulations to all entrants in the annual Capture Coolamon Shire Photographic Competition. Emma Corbett of Ganmain was announced the $1000 Henry Aitken Prize winner for her image "Leap of Faith". Cash prizes were also awarded across all five categories in both Open and Youth Sections. All winners are listed on our Facebook page (
and we thank our major sponsors Beyond Bank, Mekah Electrical, NERRCS, Ganmain Bakery and Coolamon Lions Club, as well as all sponsors highlighted on this Facebook page.
Thank you also to our judges John Egan, Scott Howie and Jodie Harris and all who patronised the Opening Awards Night and Exhibition.
We look forward to next years Competition.
Pictured is Emma Corbett with Isobel Aitken and members of the Aitken family alongside judges Scott Howie and Jodie Harris.
DECEMBER COUNCIL MEETING
The December Council has been put forward a week and will be held on Thursday, 11th December, 2014 commencing at 2.00pm.
DRAFT DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN 2014
Coolamon Shire Council has commenced the public consultation phase of its proposed new Development Control Plan.
This Plan will be the principle supporting document to the Coolamon Local Environmental Plan 2011, and will help guide future land use planning and development within the Shire of Coolamon.
The Draft Development Control Plan 2014 and associated maps are available at the following locations during business hours:
- Council Chambers – 55 Cowabbie Street, Coolamon
- Ardlethan Newsagency
- Coolamon Library
- Ganmain Rural Transaction Centre
- Marrar Post Office
The Plan is also available on Council’s website on
Council invites community input in regard to the Draft Development Control Plan. All submissions must be received in writing or via email () and received prior to close of business on Friday 23rd January 2015.
SUSPENSION OF ALCOHOL FREE ZONES FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE STREET PARTY
Please be advised that the Alcohol Free Zone within the Coolamon Main Street will be suspended for the New Year’s Eve Street Party.
The consumption of alcohol will be permitted up until 11.00pm on Tuesday, 31st December for that night only.
After 11.00pm the normal Alcohol Free Zone requirements will apply.
SWIMMING POOL SAFETY
With summer quickly approaching it is important to remember the safety of children, particularly around swimming pools. Council reminds all pool owners of the importance of an effective barrier between the swimming pool and the rest of the property. Whilst supervision is the most effective tool, a compliant swimming pool fence significantly reduces the chance of childhood drowning. Please check your fence to ensure that it meets the minimum standard. Should you require more information in regard to this matter please contact Council on 69301800.
The safety of our children is paramount.
What’s happening at the
Coolamon Shire Library
Our “Food for Fines” Campaign has started again at the Coolamon Library. This is a great opportunity to clear all outstanding fines by donating non-perishable food in lieu of money. All collected food will be donated to St Vincent de Paul in Coolamon. They will then distribute the food to our local families within our Shire.
The Library will be participating in a “Day of Action” scheduled for the Friday, 5th December. This campaign is to aid the NSW Libraries Australia Funding Campaign. Throughout the year the Library collected signatures for our petition in order to keep our library funding sustainable. The Library will be having a display on “Love your Library” – we encourage our community to support this day by visiting the Library.
Storytime dates for the month of December are:
Friday, 5th theme “Love and Cuddles” @ 10.30am and then our final storytime for the year will be held on
Friday 12th December. A small Christmas party will follow and a very special guest will be appearing. Hope everyone can join us for this special occasion.
Library Opening Hours:
Closed Monday
Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 5pm
Saturday, 9am to 12pm
Phone: 6927 2492
ALLAWAH COMMUNITY CARE
Phone: 6927 3521
Community Transport
November, December and January can be busy times for everyone, especially volunteer Community Transport drivers! Please let us know your transport needs as soon as possible so that we have every opportunity to assist you during the festive season! If you have medical appointments between Christmas and New Year transport will have to be arranged well in advance, please don’t leave bookings until the last minute.
Community Meals
Because of recent disruptions to the power supply in Coolamon the Christmas Community Lunch had to be rescheduled and will now be held on Friday 05.12.14. Please ring the office to have your name added to the list of those attending. The cooks are members of the St Michael’s Parents & Friends and children from St Michael’s will provide some Christmas entertainment on the day! Regular community meals will resume in February.
Meals on Wheels
Please plan ahead to make sure you have enough meals in the freezer to get through the Christmas / New Year break. A wide range of meals are available for sale at Allawah Community Care and deliveries can be arranged if necessary. Meals are available in two sizes, soup is also in stock and there are numerous desserts to choose from!
The Coolamon Early Childhood Centre
Is now taking enrolments for 2015 for children aged zero to five years of age. The Centre supports children’s development through play and runs a successful preschool program that includes school readiness for children moving off to school.
The Centre’s opening hours support working families being open from 7am through to 6pm. For all inquires please phone the Centre on 6927 3991 or visit the friendly educators at 66 Bruce Street Coolamon.
Neighbourhood Safer Places
Neighbourhood Safer Places are a place of last resort during a bush fire emergency.
They are to be used when all other options in your Bush Fire Survival Plan can't be put into action safely.
You should be aware of any Neighbourhood Safer Places in your area, and note them in your Bush Fire Survival Plan before a bush fire occurs. You should also know how to get there, as well as alternate routes in case the road is blocked or too dangerous to drive on.
Not all areas will have a Neighbourhood Safer Place. If there is no Neighbourhood Safer Place in your area, you should identify other safer locations you can go to as a last resort. This might include a nearby home which is well prepared, a shopping centre or oval which is well away from the bush.
A Neighbourhood Safer Place is designed as a Place of Last Resort in bush fire emergencies only. Please note that travelling to or sheltering at a Neighbourhood Safer Place does not guarantee your safety.
Remember:
Your safest option will always be to leave early.
People with special needs, such as the elderly and people with a disability, should always leave before the threat of bush fire.
If it is unsafe to leave the area or stay and defend your property, and the path is clear, you should move to your pre-identified Neighbourhood Safer Place, or other safer location, prior to the impact of a bush fire.
Be aware that when you are travelling to your Neighbourhood Safer Place there may be heavy smoke and poor visibility.
It is important that you are familiar with the area. Gather at the Neighbourhood Safer Place location and remain there until the bush fire threat has passed.
The conditions at the Neighbourhood Safer Place may be uncomfortable and you may be affected by heat, smoke and embers.
Water, toilets and food may not be available at the Neighbourhood Safer Place and emergency service personnel may not be present.
Neighbourhood Safer Places are not intended for pets and livestock.
The Rural Fire Service in consultation with Council have identified the following locations as Neighbourhood Safer Places in the event of a fire.
Title / Type / LocationLangtry Oval / Open Space / Lyne Street, Marrar
Matong Rural Fire Brigade Station / Building / Matong Street, Matong
Ganmain Hall / Building / Ford Street, Ganmain
Coolamon Sport and Recreation Club Car Park / Open Space / Lewis Street, Coolamon
Ardlethan Soldiers Memorial Hall Forecourt / Open Space / Ariah Street, Ardlethan
Road Works
Council would like to advise motorists that heavy rehabilitation and road sealing works are to be carried out on the following roads:
MR240 Coolamon/Wagga Road – 1km section reconstruction work commencing late November 2014.
MR240 Ardlethan Road – 1km section reconstruction work and culvert extension commencing in October/November 2014.
Marrar South Road – 1.5 km section reconstruction work recommencing November 2014.
Regional and Local Road bitumen sealing – commencing December 2014.
Portable traffic lights will be on site and motorists may experience delays up to 5 minutes. Please exercise caution, observe road signage and road conditions.
Please contact Council’s Engineering and Technical Services Department if you wish to discuss or report any problems relating to roads within the Coolamon Shire on 02 6930 1800.