Mayor's Column Recently the Council received correspondence from our Federal Local Member, Andrew Gee, advising us of some newly announced grant opportunities for non-profit community groups. The first grant opportunity is the Australia Post Community Grant program. This program provides grants of up to $10,000 For more information on this grant opportunity, go to the Australia Post website (auspost.com.au) and search for the community grants program. Applications need to be submitted by 1 July 2024 The second opportunity is the Community Investment Program sponsored by Regis Resources Applications are now open for the June 2024 Community Investment round. With grants up to $1000, Regis Resources will be funding projects in the focus areas of environment, agriculture, education, health, tourism, community development and sports. For applications and eligibility guidelines contact Regis Resources via email at nsw.enquiries@regisresources.com. When you flush your toilet whatever is in the bowl doesn't just go away. Each flush starts a journey through a network of pipes and pumps connecting households to the sewage treatment plant That network is designed to carry sewage and other waste water only. Toilet paper is designed to break down in water, however wet wipes, paper towels, dental floss, buds and tissues etc are not These items clump together and can and do cause serious blockages. Larger items can also cause blockages and damage to infrastructure. Sewer Treatment Plant operators recently cleaned out a settling tank and fished out a variety of items which had somehow found their way into the sewer system-everything from toys, to dentures, to balls and shake-bottle agitators. Those with small children may consider installing a lid lock on the toilet at home. It is important to "Think Before You Flush", so that we can keep the sewer infrastructure operating correctly and reduce damage and blockages. Our gym is expanding to better serve the communities fitness needs. The large outdoor area covered will soon be fully enclosed. transforming into a state-of-the-art functional fitness space. Additionally, we are adding a private consultation room to ensure members have a confidential environment for their personalised health and fitness discussions. Materials for the expansion have started to antive and work will commence soon. The h the 1 18 Jeek again be the Commun from 8 NAIDOC - opportunity to purchase some striking art works. Mayor Mark Kellam Positions Vacant Council is seeking applications for the following positions: Oberon Library & Community Centre Manager Applications close Friday 14 June 2024 at 4pm. For full details about the current positions vacant at Oberon Council as well as information on how to apply please visit our website https://www.oberon.nsw.gov.au/council/positions-vacant For further information please contact Oberon Council Human Resources Manager on 02 6329 8150. Public Exhibition - Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy At the 21 May 2024 Ordinary Council Meeting. Council resolved to place the proposed Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy on public exhibition for 28 days and seek feedback from the community during this time. The strategy is available on the https://haveyoursay.oberon.nsw.gov.au site. Any comments or questions can be left on the Have Your Say page or alternatively you can make a submission via email to council@oberon.nsw.gov.au or in writing to PO Box 84, OBERON NSW 2787. The exhibition period will run from Friday 24 May 2024, until 4.30pm Friday 21 June 2024. Oberon Council Administration Centre 137-139 Oberon Street, Oberon Ph: 6329 8100 Mon-Fri 8.30am - 4.30pm Oberon Council Library Comer of Dart and Fleming Street, Oberon Ph: 6329 8220 Mon-Fri 9.30am - 5.30pm Sat 9.00am- 1.00pm OBERON MORE THAN YOU IMAGINE OBERON COUNCIL Council Meetings - June 2024 The Oberon Council Ordinary Meeting being held on Tuesday 18 June 2024 will be open to members of the public. The meeting will also be livestreamed using zoom webinar facilities; a link to the webinar for the meeting will be available for members of the public wishing to view the meeting online and can be found on Council's Website https://www.oberon.nsw.gov.au/council/council-meetings. Meeting/Venue Ordinary Council Meeting Council Chambers & Zoom Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting Council Chambers Date Time Tuesday 18 June 2024 5.30pm Thursday 27 June 2024 11.00am Public Exhibition SECTION 356 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM REQUEST At its 21 May 2024 Ordinary Meeting. Oberon Council resolved to support an application for funding under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993 and place on public exhibition for a period of 28 days. Contribution to the Oberon Chamber Music Festival Community Events Components to the value of $7000 Anyone wishing to make written submissions may do so to the General Manager. Oberon Council, PO Box 84 OBERON, NSW 2787, or email council@oberon.nsw.gov.au. Submissions must be received by 4.30pm Thursday 4 July. Service NSW Public Notice WATER METER READING REMINDER 008350 137-139 Oberon Street, Oberon Ph: 13 77 88 Mon-Fri 8.30am-4pm Oberon Waste Facility Lowes Mount Road, Oberon Ph: 6329 8100 Mon-Fri 8.00am - 11.00am & 3.00pm - 5.00pm Sat-Sun 1.00pm - 5.00pm Council are due to read water meters around Oberon in the coming weeks. We kindly request that all meters remain unobstructed at all times and free from: Overgrown vegetation Locked gates The presence of dogs at the front entrance of your property If you are unable to make the meter accessible, you are welcome to email Council a photo of your meter to ensure we accurately record your consumption each quarter-council@oberon.nsw.gov.au Should we not be able to obtain a reading. your account will be charged on averages and adjusted at the next actual read. Oberon Visitor Information Centre Corner of Ross Street and Edith Road, Oberon Ph: 6329 8210 Mon-Sun 9.30am-5pm Burraga Waste Facility, Arkstone Road, Burraga Every second Sunday 10.00pm-12.00pm Black Springs Waste Facility, Dog Rocks Road, Black Springs, Every second Sunday 12.30pm-2.30pm Please refer to the Council website for opening dates Please visit our website www.oberon.nsw.gov.au or like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/oberoncouncil to stay updated on News, Events and Road Conditions Mayor's Column Recently the Council received correspondence from our Federal Local Member , Andrew Gee , advising us of some newly announced grant opportunities for non - profit community groups . The first grant opportunity is the Australia Post Community Grant program . This program provides grants of up to $ 10,000 For more information on this grant opportunity , go to the Australia Post website ( auspost.com.au ) and search for the community grants program . Applications need to be submitted by 1 July 2024 The second opportunity is the Community Investment Program sponsored by Regis Resources Applications are now open for the June 2024 Community Investment round . With grants up to $ 1000 , Regis Resources will be funding projects in the focus areas of environment , agriculture , education , health , tourism , community development and sports . For applications and eligibility guidelines contact Regis Resources via email at nsw.enquiries@regisresources.com . When you flush your toilet whatever is in the bowl doesn't just go away . Each flush starts a journey through a network of pipes and pumps connecting households to the sewage treatment plant That network is designed to carry sewage and other waste water only . Toilet paper is designed to break down in water , however wet wipes , paper towels , dental floss , buds and tissues etc are not These items clump together and can and do cause serious blockages . Larger items can also cause blockages and damage to infrastructure . Sewer Treatment Plant operators recently cleaned out a settling tank and fished out a variety of items which had somehow found their way into the sewer system - everything from toys , to dentures , to balls and shake - bottle agitators . Those with small children may consider installing a lid lock on the toilet at home . It is important to " Think Before You Flush " , so that we can keep the sewer infrastructure operating correctly and reduce damage and blockages . Our gym is expanding to better serve the communities fitness needs . The large outdoor area covered will soon be fully enclosed . transforming into a state - of - the - art functional fitness space . Additionally , we are adding a private consultation room to ensure members have a confidential environment for their personalised health and fitness discussions . Materials for the expansion have started to antive and work will commence soon . The h the 1 18 Jeek again be the Commun from 8 NAIDOC - opportunity to purchase some striking art works . Mayor Mark Kellam Positions Vacant Council is seeking applications for the following positions : Oberon Library & Community Centre Manager Applications close Friday 14 June 2024 at 4pm . For full details about the current positions vacant at Oberon Council as well as information on how to apply please visit our website https://www.oberon.nsw.gov.au/council/positions-vacant For further information please contact Oberon Council Human Resources Manager on 02 6329 8150 . Public Exhibition - Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy At the 21 May 2024 Ordinary Council Meeting . Council resolved to place the proposed Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy on public exhibition for 28 days and seek feedback from the community during this time . The strategy is available on the https://haveyoursay.oberon.nsw.gov.au site . Any comments or questions can be left on the Have Your Say page or alternatively you can make a submission via email to council@oberon.nsw.gov.au or in writing to PO Box 84 , OBERON NSW 2787 . The exhibition period will run from Friday 24 May 2024 , until 4.30pm Friday 21 June 2024 . Oberon Council Administration Centre 137-139 Oberon Street , Oberon Ph : 6329 8100 Mon - Fri 8.30am - 4.30pm Oberon Council Library Comer of Dart and Fleming Street , Oberon Ph : 6329 8220 Mon - Fri 9.30am - 5.30pm Sat 9.00am- 1.00pm OBERON MORE THAN YOU IMAGINE OBERON COUNCIL Council Meetings - June 2024 The Oberon Council Ordinary Meeting being held on Tuesday 18 June 2024 will be open to members of the public . The meeting will also be livestreamed using zoom webinar facilities ; a link to the webinar for the meeting will be available for members of the public wishing to view the meeting online and can be found on Council's Website https://www.oberon.nsw.gov.au/council/council-meetings . Meeting / Venue Ordinary Council Meeting Council Chambers & Zoom Audit , Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting Council Chambers Date Time Tuesday 18 June 2024 5.30pm Thursday 27 June 2024 11.00am Public Exhibition SECTION 356 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM REQUEST At its 21 May 2024 Ordinary Meeting . Oberon Council resolved to support an application for funding under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993 and place on public exhibition for a period of 28 days . Contribution to the Oberon Chamber Music Festival Community Events Components to the value of $ 7000 Anyone wishing to make written submissions may do so to the General Manager . Oberon Council , PO Box 84 OBERON , NSW 2787 , or email council@oberon.nsw.gov.au . Submissions must be received by 4.30pm Thursday 4 July . Service NSW Public Notice WATER METER READING REMINDER 008350 137-139 Oberon Street , Oberon Ph : 13 77 88 Mon - Fri 8.30am - 4pm Oberon Waste Facility Lowes Mount Road , Oberon Ph : 6329 8100 Mon - Fri 8.00am - 11.00am & 3.00pm - 5.00pm Sat - Sun 1.00pm - 5.00pm Council are due to read water meters around Oberon in the coming weeks . We kindly request that all meters remain unobstructed at all times and free from : Overgrown vegetation Locked gates The presence of dogs at the front entrance of your property If you are unable to make the meter accessible , you are welcome to email Council a photo of your meter to ensure we accurately record your consumption each quarter-council@oberon.nsw.gov.au Should we not be able to obtain a reading . your account will be charged on averages and adjusted at the next actual read . Oberon Visitor Information Centre Corner of Ross Street and Edith Road , Oberon Ph : 6329 8210 Mon - Sun 9.30am - 5pm Burraga Waste Facility , Arkstone Road , Burraga Every second Sunday 10.00pm - 12.00pm Black Springs Waste Facility , Dog Rocks Road , Black Springs , Every second Sunday 12.30pm - 2.30pm Please refer to the Council website for opening dates Please visit our website www.oberon.nsw.gov.au or like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/oberoncouncil to stay updated on News , Events and Road Conditions