LOCKHART SHIRE NEWSLETTER August 2016 Our Values - Leadership; Integrity; Progressiveness; Commitment; Accountability; Adaptability

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Lockhart Community Recycling Centre - CRC

The Lockhart Community Recycling centre was officially opened on Monday 15th August 2016 by the Member for Wagga Wagga Daryl Maguire MP, Cr Rick Firman Deputy Chairperson REROC and Mayor Peter Yates.

The Centre is now open for people to recycle or safely dispose of wastes like paint, gas bottles, fire extinguishers, motor and cooking oils, car and household batteries, fluorescent tubes and globes and smoke detectors. The facility is located at the Lockhart Waste

Depot and is open during usual tip times.

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It has been great to see sunshine once again with the odd light frost accompanying the cold mornings helping to dry the countryside out after well above average rainfall for the last three months. My rainfall records indicate to me from early May to August over 300mls of rain has fallen here in Yerong Creek. My sources tell me this is generally the case throughout the Shire. With the drier weather councils‟ three grader crews are undertaking maintenance grading and re-sheeting where necessary to the gravel roads. If you have any issues with a specific road don‟t hesitate to call Council‟s office, for some roads have been damaged due to the continuous wet weather and may not have been documented. Council decided recently to install solar powered spotlights to highlight at night some of the sculptures‟ in Lockhart and features in the Avenue at The Rock. As part of the sculpture trail in Lockhart the Eagle and Rain Dragon will be lit at night by spotlights under solar power and likewise the Gallipoli Panels at The Rock. These attractions will certainly stand out all year around and be a topic of conversation by all viewers. The Lockhart Shire 2016 Business Survey has been completed and it was encouraging to see 45 responses out of 428 businesses in the Shire. Some of the interesting statistics are

93% of businesses have been operating for 10 years or more. 91% of businesses are optimistic about the future of their business. Businesses in the Shire are able to source 50% of their staff from

within the Lockhart Shire area. 97% of businesses sourced goods and services from other local

businesses. The information received helps us plan for the future in making decisions for our Delivery Programs and Budget priorities. The full document is available for viewing on the council website. It was a busy day on Monday 15th August with the Member for Wagga Wagga, Daryl Maguire‟s visit to Lockhart to announce grant funding to various local community groups. Recipients were

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$24,693 to complete the netball courts refurbishment at the Lockhart Recreation Ground,

$24,330 to the Lockhart Show Society to build a new poultry shed and

$16,576 for Milbrulong Hall upgrade. $5,892 for weed control at Burkes Creek Reserve

After the announcement we ventured to the Lockhart landfill site where the new Community Recycling Centre Shed was officially opened. We were fortunate to have REROC Chairperson and Temora Mayor Rick Firman and REROC Executive Officer, Julie Briggs also in attendance. My colleague John Seymour, Mayor of Coolamon also attended. At a cost of $70,000 the facility will be used to recycle all types of toxic products for example batteries, computers, televisions, paints, unused chemicals and many more unwanted products. The recycling centre is for use by the residents of this Shire and is a part of the REROC recycling initiative for the Riverina Councils. The four-year term of this council is drawing to a close and Jim Morgan, Rodney McDonnell and myself will not be seeking re-election. I would like to thank both of them for their contribution as councillor‟s to the progress and success of this Shire. Jim Morgan was a councillor for 4 years and Rodney McDonnell for 8 years. Both will be missed at council but I am sure we will see them around the community. I will be standing aside from council after 17 years as a councillor and the last 8 years as the Mayor of the Shire. I have enjoyed my time as Mayor and I am extremely proud of the improvements and success the Lockhart Shire has been able to attain. I have met a lot of people and built some strong friendships over the 17 years. It is a little sad to be leaving but life must go on. Thank you to all the staff for your friendliness and help over the years, especially the General Manager Rod Shaw. I wish you all well in the future. To my fellow councillors‟ it has been a pleasure to work with you and thank you for your support. In closing I would like to thank the people of this Shire for showing confidence and trusting me to represent you over the last 17 years. Goodbye Mayor Peter Yates

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Works Report: Construction projects have been suspended for the winter months, and will be recommenced in mid/late spring. All three grader crews are undertaking re-sheets and maintenance grading in accordance with program. Concrete crew is currently undertaking miscellaneous culvert and footpath works around the Shire, as well as sign and flood markers maintenance. Flood Mitigation: Council has submitted grant applications for Stage 4 construction of flood mitigation structures in both Lockhart and The Rock for 2016/17 & 2017/18 years, and it is hoped we will be advised on applications later this month. Voluntary Purchase of flood affected properties is continuing in both Lockhart and The Rock, with first settlements completed and second round of property purchases currently being negotiated. Lockhart Local Emergency Management Committee: Council is currently working with SES in completing Local Flood Plan. This will include using data from our recently complete early warning stations on both Brookong & Burkes Creeks. Regional Weed Risk Assessments Public Consultation: Supporting information was supplied to the Regional Weeds Coordinator to emphasize the important of particular local noxious weeds for the inclusion within the regional priority noxious weeds list. This list will be developed by the Riverina Regional Weed Committee. Inclusion of these species is important to ensure collaborated obligation to control continues, validating previously spent expenditure, and reducing the potential of reinfestation on high risk pathways. Sculpture Trail and Urana St Lighting: Solar powered spotlights have been installed to light up „Eagle‟ and „Rain Dragon‟ in Lockhart and the Gallipoli panels at The Rock. The APC has also had lighting installed using mains power available. Galore Hill Nature Reserve: The grant funded project that includes removal of dead shrubs and trees in the old plantation sights to clear the ground for direct seeding of indigenous species has continued. The plant markers for these specimens are also being removed along with some old fencing. Local Heritage Grants 2016-17 (Milbrulong): Council‟s Local Heritage Grant program is an event that aims to preserve, protect and/or identify areas or buildings of local heritage significance. NSW Office of Environment & Heritage (OEH) support the program by providing funding to support Council‟s commitment at $1:$2 (OEH:LSC). This year, $15,000 has been made available. For the last four financial years, Council have focused the local heritage grants on specific townships, with last year‟s very successful program at Yerong Creek. This year, Council‟s Heritage Advisor and Manager Environmental Services have been working with Milbrulong residents, with the objective of enhancing the main drive-through appeal of the village – specifically Station Street. After consultation with Milbrulong residents about various opportunities for restoration works, it was agreed that the Milbrulong Public Hall & Rec Ground Committee will administer the grant, and work with Council and associated village residents to ensure its success.

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The Rock Women’s Bowling Club

Women interested in playing Bowls at our Club are most welcome to join us. Bowls is a great way to exercise and meet people.

The Club has a synthetic green which enables us to bowl

all year round. We will supply bowls for anyone who wishes to learn.

Please contact Treasurer Margaret Vennell Phone 69201067

Yerong Creek Dog Show

Almost 500 dogs and their owners converged on the Yerong Creek Rec-reation Ground on the weekend of July 29-31 as the village hosted yet another highly successful dog show; this time on behalf of the Wagga Wagga All Breeds Kennel Club.

With a newly formed Dog Show Committee, the 10 strong volunteers from Yerong Creek ensured that eve-rything ran smoothly and the event brought a magnificent $3500 into the coffers of the local tennis club, recre-ation ground and bowling club.

The energy and enthusiasm shown by the new committee proves that anything is possible when a small town rallies together.

The Committee extends their appre-ciation to Lockhart Shire Council for their ongoing assistance.

The Urana Progress Association In conjunction with

The Urana Arts & Historical Society

Invites you to enter artworks in

the

Annual Urana Courthouse

Art Exhibition & Sale

Opening 7:30pm on Friday 14

October 2016 and continuing

through Saturday & Sunday.

This vibrant annual Art Show held in the Historic Courthouse is renowned for its successful

sale rate.

If you would like further information, or to

obtain an entry form, please contact

Jenny on 6920 8162 or Melinda on 0416

023 833

uranacourthousemuseum@gmail.com

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Rates information

If paying by instalments, your next instalment will

be due by 31st August 2016.

Overdue Rates are subject to daily interest in accordance with the provisions of The Local Government Act, 1993 at the interest rate approved by the Minister for Local Government. Currently, interest is set at 8.5% pa.

Failure to contact Council regarding overdue Rates may result in additional and unnecessary recovery costs which will be added to your account.

Pet Registration

Did you know that you can now manage your pets registration online? To register for an online account, head to https:www.petregistry.nsw.gov.au With this account you can now pay your pets registration fee, update your details if you have moved or changed phone numbers and transfer ownership if you have sold or re-homed a pet

REGISTRATION FEES

Registration type Current Fee

Animal not desexed $195

Desexed animal $53

Animal not desexed kept by recognised breeder for breeding purposes

$53

Desexed animal owned by eligible pensioner $22

Desexed animal sold by eligible pound or shelter $26.50

Working dog $0

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The Rock Central School NAIDOC DAY – On Monday TRCS celebrated NAIDOC Day. We would like to thank Michael Lyons from “Sandhills Artefacts” and his group for facilitating this fantastic educational and cultural event. Students were engaged in art workshops, dreamtime story-telling, investigating historical artefacts and bush tucker tasting. Students received beanies, wristbands and badges to celebrate this occasion. The school was donated a didgeridoo, two artistically decorated bowls, two clapping sticks and other gifts. These will be displayed in the front office for all to see as will the student artworks. Students should be commended for their level of enthusiasm, participation and behaviour during this special occasion. Girls Cricket Our Primary girls‟ cricket team played against South Wagga on Tuesday, 9

th August.

This was a very evenly contested match. We battered first and made 46 runs after 25 overs. Chloe O‟Leary and Lucy Bennett were our top scorers with the bat. The girls were very focused on the field and attached the ball aggressively. Our highest wicket takers were Lucy Bennet, Erin Hogan and Sophie Bruckner. The match came down to the last over and South Wagga was successful in winning the match by two runs. Congratulations to all the girls for their dedication to training and participation throughout the season. A special thanks to Mr Bennett who generously give up his time to coach and umpire our games. It is greatly appreciated.

St Josephs Lockhart On July 25, we had a visit from the Responsible Pet Education people. Michelle and her dog Envy visited the students in K/1/2 to discuss how to act safely and responsibly around our pets. India Burkinshaw and Victoria Rockliff headed off to Sydney for the MacKillop Girls cricket competition in July. This was a wonderful experience for the girls and they are the first to represent our school at this level in this sport. Early in the term, the Year 5 students attended a high school orientation day at Mater Dei Catholic College to experience „high school‟ life for a day. Congratulations to the Year 6 class on the „Year 6 Chronicle‟ which is now an addition to our weekly newsletter. We look forward to read-ing it over the remainder of the year. Well done to our students who attended a Chess competition in Wagga on August 9. We had eight-een of our students battling it out in teams of three against many other schools

School News

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School News

Lockhart Central School Rewarding Positive Behaviour Silver Excursion On Wednesday the 29th of June students of Lockhart Central School, who had received a Silver merit award, travelled to Wagga Wagga as part of our PBL rewards system. During the day students had opportunities to participate in a healthy competition of ten-pin bowling, 4D simulated cinema experiences, general arcade games and the enjoyment of one another‟s company away from school. The PBL reward system is aimed at rewarding students for displaying positive behaviours towards one another, themselves and school property. Each of the 66 students who attended had displayed consistently positive and applied behaviour within their learning. Thank you to those students for their hard work and behaviour on the day. A further thank you is extended to all staff for their help in preparation and supervision on the day- it is greatly appreciated. Primary News We have had a fantastic start to the term. Classes are settled and students are focused on their learning. We have a busy term planned for all students. Could families please make a note on their calendar of the following events: Wednesday 17th August – Little A‟s Info Afternoon K-6 Thursday 25th August – Sandra‟s School of Dance Performance 10.30am K-6 gold coin donation Friday 26th August – Book Week Celebrations – Dress up as your favourite book character K-6 Friday 9th September – Football/Netball carnival at Yerong Creek Yr 2 – 6 (8yrs and above) Friday 16th September – Life Education Van Cost $5 K-6 4/5/6 Students will also be attending the Wagga Art Gallery as part of their Indigenous Art Project towards the end of term. Information and details about these activities will be sent home closer to the event. We wish Mrs Simunovic and her family all the best and can‟t wait to hear about their new arrival!!! Building Peer Relationships Secondary students had an awesome afternoon last Friday. The boys participated in teams to complete many mini activities to win The Amazing Race. It was a lot of fun. The girls put their artistic designs to the test and designed many colourful and clever cupcakes! All the girls had a go at making a rosette – most turned out! We look forward to another peer event before the end of the year.

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Lockhart Shire Youth Services

September School Holiday Activity Bubble Soccer, Giant Jumping Castle & Sumo Wrestling

On Monday 26 September there will be a new game in town for young people: Bubble Soccer. Bubble Soccer is a game which requires bouncing around and rolling across the grass in inflatable Zorb like balls at the same time smashing into each other. So come along and join in a fun FREE day at The Rock Recreational Ground with a day of fun jumping, rolling, and wrestling

with a BBQ included.

Bubble Soccer is hilarious to play and watch at the same time is a great form of exercise. Apart from the normal rules of soccer, bumping, rolling, flipping over and flipping will all be tactical parts of the game. For those who just wanted to run around in the Bubble Soccer they also will

have a wonderful time bumping into each other.

The fun will keep coming with Sumo Wrestling and a wonderful giant jumping castle with bungee cords for all ages. The day will commence at 10am and will include a BBQ lunch. Registration forms will be available from the Lockhart Shire office, The Rock Central School,

Lockhart Central School and Susan Kane Youth Services Development Officer on 0417212069.

Basketball Competition in the Lockhart Shire – Applications closing soon!

The Lockhart Shire is currently looking for expressions of interest from young people aged 12 – 18 years who would like to be part of a 5 week basketball competition. The competition will be held at the Lockhart Central School commencing in October 2016. The competition will be held once a week with two games playing each time. At this stage a qualified umpire has been organised to provide umpiring for each game. The competition will require four teams of 5 players. Team registration forms are available from the Lockhart Shire office or at the Lockhart

Central School or The Rock Central School.

For further information contact Youth Services Development Officer Susan Kane 0417212069

Are you interested in being part of a Youth Advisory Committee in the Lockhart Shire?

Are you aged between 12-25 years and would like to be part of a Youth Advisory Committee in

the Lockhart shire? The primary roles would be:

• To advocate for the needs of young people and provide a mechanism for their

participation and involvement on community issues

• To assist young people in developing skills in various areas.

• To assist in planning programs for youth as well as annual youth week events.

For more information contact Susan Kane, Library and Youth Services Development

Officer Phone: 0417212069 or Email: skane@geaterhume.nsw.gov.au

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Companion Animal Information

What to consider when you are thinking of purchasing or homing a pet.

Saying yes to a pet means that you are accepting a duty of care for its lifetime welfare.

Things that you need to consider when deciding what type of pet would best suit your

environment and lifestyle include:

Your home and property:

Is there adequate space?

Can the pet be securely confined?

Can you provide adequate shelter?

Can you set up separate areas for pets and young children (if applicable)?

Your lifestyle:

How much time can you (and your family, if applicable) devote to a pet?

Will you have time to supervise young children with a pet (if applicable)?

The costs which could include: Purchase, housing, feeding, microchipping and registration, vet checks; vaccinations; and worming, tick and flea treatments, desexing (permanent

sterilisation), Grooming, training and Boarding

Once you have considered these factors, you may have a greater understanding of the type of pet that would suit you and your family. Sometimes, the most responsible thing you can do is to

decide not to have a pet until your circumstances change.

If, however, you decide that a cat or dog would be the most suitable pet for you and your family, consider obtaining your cat or dog from a council pound, animal welfare organisation or animal rescue organisation. Many healthy cats and dogs are euthanased (put to sleep) each year

because suitable homes cannot be found for them.

If you are buying a cat or dog and you are buying from a breeder, make sure that she/he is a reputable breeder and that his/her establishment and practices fully comply with the Animal Welfare Code of Practice - Breeding dogs and cats. If you are buying a cat or dog from a pet shop, make sure that it is a reputable pet shop and that it fully complies with the Animal Welfare Code of Practice - Animals in pet

shops.

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PLANNING TO BUILD OR SUBDIVIDE?

All applications are to be reviewed in a pre-lodgement meeting with the Environmental Services Department, prior to lodgement.

To make sure our planning staff is available to assist you in preparing your application please

phone to arrange an appointment. Information and forms are available on Council‟s website under

the heading Development – Building & Development forms.

All Development Applications should be submitted with a Statement of Environmental Effects as well as all relevant plans and prescribed fees. If unsure give our Planning team at Environmental Services a call on (02) 6920 5305.

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EXHIBITION OF DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND ASSESSMENT ACT, 1979

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979, the following development applications were approved, with conditions, from 1st July to 31st July 2016 by Lockhart Shire Council

Applications may be viewed at the Lockhart Shire Council Office, 65 Green Street Lockhart, between 9am and 4pm weekdays (excluding public holidays). Submissions to the proposals may be made in writing prior to the expiry of the exhibition period.

DA No Development Site of Development

55/16 New Light Towers Cole St, Recreation Ground Yerong Creek,

57/16 New Dwelling 27 Prichard Place, Lockhart

58/16 New Colorbond Shed 29 Norman St, The Rock

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Next Council Meeting

Monday 19th September 2016

Notice is given that Council’s Meeting for September will be held in the Council Chambers,

Green Street, Lockhart.

The meeting commences at 5.00pm

Members of the community are most

welcome to attend.

NEWSLETTER DEADLINES

All articles for the next Newsletter need to be received no later than 4pm on

Friday 16th September 2016

Council would appreciate articles in word or publisher format, jpg is also

acceptable.

Placement of articles is subject to available space.

Ph: (02) 6920 5305 Fax: (02) 6920 5247

or mail@lockhart.nsw.gov.au

CONTACT: LUKE FOLEY, JOHN MOONEY REAL ESTATE - AGENT FOR COUNCIL PHONE: 02 69211255

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Brookong Nook Craft Shop Green Street Lockhart

Come in and browse our locally made wares.

Goods for sale: All varieties of home made Jams, Pickles, Relishes, Lemon Butter, Local Honey, Free Range Eggs, Olive Oil, Goats Soap. Cooking: Apple or Apricot Pies, Fruit Rolls, Various small tarts, Handcrafts: knitted scarf‟s – all lengths & colours in latest fashion yarns, baby jackets & Children‟s jumpers, bibs & singlet‟s, knitted berets/hats, rugs, dressed dolls and new born baby necessities in a gift basket. Many other assorted handcrafts and gifts Great place for that special gift at reasonable prices. Orders taken if unavailable on the day.

Selling a large variety of locally made items including: Free range eggs, jams, relish, pickles, baked goods, hand painted gifts, baby wear, children's’ clothing, toys, quilting and patchwork, knitted and crochet items, kitchen and bathroom accessories, ladies bags, jewellery, scarves, aboriginal artwork. Our association was formed to provide opportunities for crafters within the Riverina area to connect with others, grow their home based businesses and promote hand make local products. If you would like to become a member, applications forms are available from the Craft Shop. All welcome. For more information call Joy Schultz 0428566902, Wendy Flory 0429637313 or Chris Makeham 0448570227

“Kengal Krafters Inc”

The Rock Craft Shop @ the CWA rooms 128 Urana St, The Rock

Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am - 2pm

Ford Street THE ROCK 2655

THE ROCK & DISTRICT MEN’S SHED

MEETS EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 9AM TO 3PM

$5 INCLUDES MORNING TEA & LUNCH

BRING YOUR OWN PROJECTS AND IDEAS

OR JUST JOIN IN THE CONVERSATIONS

COME AND JOIN US

CONTACT NUMBERS

Bob President 0428 695 913

Chris Secretary 0404 914088

THE ROCK & DISTRICT MENS SHED

Lockhart Preschool Kindergarten Inc

Day Street, Lockhart

Open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

8:30am - 3:00pm

For children aged 3-6 years

Please call Kerri 02 6920 5156 or email

lockhartpreschool@bigpond.com

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The Rock & District Meals on Wheels Association Inc.

If you would like to join our enthusiastic Social Club or enquire about receiving

Meals Please phone 69202500 and speak to Vicky or Stephanie.

If you could spare some time we would by happy to have you join our merry band of

volunteers We are now located at The Rock Memorial

Bowling Club

Tuesday Thursday

16 Aug Various Activities Roast Lunch

18 Aug Olympic Challenge Finger foods

23 Aug Various Activities Roast Lunch

25 Aug Olympic Challenge Chinese $12 TRMBC

30 Aug Henty Challenge $20 Lunch Doodle Cooma

PO Box 99 The Rock NSW2655 Phone: 6920 2500

Mobile:0429 950968 E-mail: tr-mow@bigpond.net.au

“Your Local Service”

We provide an extensive menu of frozen and freshly made hot and chilled meals

Monday - Friday

Our Social Club meets twice a week on Tuesdays with a cost of $12 and also on

Thursday with a cost of $10. This includes Morning Tea and a hot Lunch. The activities this month are

Mobile Blood Service visiting:

Lockhart

Council Chambers, 65 Green Street

Thursday 8th September 2016,

9.00am - 2:00pm

Drink up! Have 3 or 4 glasses of water or juice in the hours before you donate.

Eat! Have a good sized breakfast or lunch

Please bring photo I.D. with you

To make an appointment call 13 14 95 Or visit donateblood.com.au

GIVING BLOOD FEELS GOOD Every donation can save three lives

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Our Services delivery areas encompass the Lockhart & Federation Shires. For further classification of service provision in what areas and for any queries please

contact Lockhart on 02 6920 4162 The following services Valmar Support Services offer are:

We also offer a Weekly Bus Service to Wagga each Wednesday. Social bus Trips each Friday .

Contact 02 6920 4162

Community Transport Centre based Respite

Individual & Group Social Support Flexible Respite

Home Modifications Craft Group– 10am-12pm

Meals on Wheels Day Club– Tuesdays 10am-3pm

Domestic Assistance Home Maintenance

Personal Care Brokered Services

Claiming the date St Mary’s Parish Debutante

Ball Saturday 18th March 2017

The Rock Night Tennis

Club AGM

The AGM meeting will

be held on

Monday 5 September

at 7pm in the

Tennis Clubrooms.

New players and teams

welcome.

Contact Monique

Peschla 0429 203 360

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SHOP LOCAl

SPEND LOCAL

BE LOCAL

WHY BUY LOCAL?

SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES WHERE YOU LIVE, WORK AND PLAY

AND HELP OUR SHIRE GROW - JOBS, SUSTAINABILITY, PROSPERITY

FOR EVERY DOLLAR SPENT IN LOCKHART SHIRE, 67 CENTS STAYS IN THE COMMUNITY.

FOR EVERY DOLLAR SPENT IN LARGE CHAIN STORES, 21 CENTS RETURNS TO OUR COMMUNITY.

IMMEDIATE BENEFITS: BUY LOCAL, SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY

Money spent at local businesses generates 3.5 times more wealth for the whole local

economy compared to money spent outside our Shire.

CREATE MORE JOBS

Small local businesses are a large employer, and when you shop locally, our business-

es are able to provide more jobs to residents.

INVEST IN THE COMMUNITY

Local businesses are owned by people who live in the community, who are less likely

to leave, and who are invested in the community’s future.

SUPPORT COMMUNITY GROUPS

Local non-profit organisations receive an average 250% more support from our local

businesses than they do from large, international businesses.

ENCOURAGE LOCAL PROSPERITY

Skilled workers and entrepreneurs prefer to invest and settle in communities that have

one of a kind businesses and a distinctive character.

KEEP OUR COMMUNITY UNIQUE

Where we shop, where we eat and have fun, all of it makes our community home.

Our unique businesses give our towns character, adding to the attraction for people

visiting the region.

BUY WHAT YOU WANT

Businesses in Lockhart Shire are able to provide products based on the needs and

interests of their local customers.

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION Election for Councillors will be held on Saturday 10 September 2016. The Electoral Commission has launched a dedicated website for the elections, the address of which is: www.votensw.info. Polling venues will be the same as in the last election, as follows:

Pre-Poll Locations

Proposed Declared Institutions

Pre-polling will be carried out in the Lockhart Council Office for the two week period prior to the election (Monday to Friday only) from Monday, 29 August to Friday, 9 September 2016 between the hours of 8.30am and 4.30pm. The Wagga Wagga Returning Officer office, located at: Ground Floor, Suites 1 & 2, 63-65 Johnston Street, Wagga Wagga, will also be open for pre-polling during this period between the hours of: 8.30 and 5.30pm. Fri, 9 Sept – 8.30am to 6.00pm. Sat, 3 Sept: 9.00am to 5.00pm.

A Ward Lockhart Central School Halliday Street

B Ward Lockhart Central School Halliday Street

B Ward Pleasant Hills Public School Crawford Street

B Ward The Rock Community Hall Urana Street

B Ward Yerong Creek Public School Cole Street

Location Venue Type

Wagga Wagga RO Office

Lockhart Statutory Pre-Poll

A Ward Lockhart MPS 49-53 Hebden Street

A Ward Woodhaven Hostel 55a Hebden Street

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Public Information Our Values - Leadership; Integrity; Progressiveness; Commitment; Accountability; Adaptability.

LOCKHART

GOLF CLUB **************************************

Winter Comps

Saturday High Noon

(Men)

Sunday

ALL WELCOME

*********************************************

Phone:

Tim - 0428 462 656

LOCKHART MEMORIAL HALL

HALL HIRE

FULL DAY $200.00

HALF DAY $115.00

NIGHT $200.00

ALSO AVAILABLE FOR HIRE: Tables, Chairs, Crockery

Please contact Lockhart Shire Council Phone: (02) 6920 5305

Urana District Newsletter

Federation Council, The Merger of Corowa Shire and Urana Shire councils monthly newsletter is

available from Council‟s office – 65 Green Street, Lockhart, and our newsletter similarly from the Urana

office.

PLEASANT HILLS PRESCHOOL

Open Wednesdays

9.15 – 3.15

For children aged between 3 – 5yrs

For more info contact Megan 6929 6134

THE ROCKTOWN HALL & MUSEUM

AVAILABLE FOR HIRE

FULL DAY $190.00

HALF DAY $110.00

NIGHT $190.00

Some or all of the exhibits may be

removed on request.

For information contact:

Leia Thiele (Sec) 0439 203 031

Laurie Thiele (Pres) 0488 996 186

https://www.facebook.com/TheRockHallMuseum/

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Lockhart Local Court Services

The Local Court Office can be found at 9 Matthews Street, Lockhart

(Council’s Medical Centre).

The office is open the first and third Mondays of each month from 9:to 1:00pm and 2:00pm to

3:30pm.

Services available include: Births, Deaths & Marriages enquiries, family law, apprehended violence orders, advice on procedural matters relating to Court appearances, payment of court fines and civil claims matters. Assistance can be given in the making of Wills. Marriages may also

be conducted.

As a Government Access Centre you may purchase fishing licences, obtain boating

handbooks and many other publications.

Please make use of the services provided by Lockhart Court House. Phone 6920 5533 or call in

during opening hours.

Lockhart Senior Citizen

August Events

All activities are held at the

Lockhart Ex-Servicemen’s Club

Mon, 8th Aug - 1.30pm, - Meeting followed by Bingo & Afternoon Tea

Sun, 21st Aug - 12pm, Monthly BBQ

Mon, 22 Aug - 1.30pm, Bingo & Afternoon Tea

Lockhart Seniors News

All meetings held at the

Lockhart Ex-Servicemen’s Club

President Joy Hooper welcomed 23

members to the August meeting.

Birthdays for the month were; Myra

Jenkyn, Joy Hooper, Fran Castle, Don

Foley, Rose Lehmann, Kerry Fawcett and

Fay Hogan.

Condolences were given to Vera Smith on

the passing of her Brother. Social

Secretary Nola Webster reminded

members of our BBQ on Sunday 21st and

also lunch at the Bowling Club on 16th

August for Can Assist. President Joy

Hooper reminded all of the Street Stall on

the 16th September and it was decided to

have an IGA Voucher for 1st Prize.

B Powter

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The Rock & District Playgroup

Meets Fridays

10am - 12pm

The Rock Preschool

King Street

The Rock

For all children from birth—5yrs and all

carers, mums, dads and grandparents

Bring the kiddos for a play while you

enjoy a coffee

For more information contact Playgroup

NSW on 1800 171 882 and

they will put you in contact

with one of The Rock

playgroup members.

The Rock Op-Shop

Open

Sat/Sun 10am - 2pm

Mon/Tues 11.30am - 3.30pm

Wed - Fri, 10am - 4pm

Adults clothes $3, children $2, babies 50c - $1

Donations Needed

Check us out on Facebook

Contact Lynly Boyle

6920 1522

THE ROCK PRESCHOOL INC For children aged 3-6 years Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm

New building

Amazing large outdoor play area.

Please call 02-69202455

or email therockps@gmail.com

A great place for children to laugh, learn and grow!

Lockhart Local Health Advisory Committee

MONTHLY MESSAGE 1: Have you received a copy of “What to do if you need after hours health care in Lockhart” in the mail recently? Is it up on your fridge, so the information is readily available?? 2: Claiming the Date: Wednesday 28th September. Lockhart Health Advisory Council is running a Planning for the Future Expo at Lockhart Ex-servicemen’s Club from 2-4pm which will provide an opportunity to find out what services are available locally for older people including accommodation possibilities. 3: Lockhart Health Advisory Council will be running a Healthy Lunchbox Competition during September for all the local schools in conjunction with NSW Govt promotion of Fruit and Veg

Month. How healthy are your kids or grandkids lunchboxes?

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Local Church Services – September 2016

Lockhart Uniting Church Services

4th, 9am - Lockhart

11th, 9am - Lockhart

11am - Woodhaven,

Holy Communion

18th, 9am - No Service, join with the

Anglicans

25th, 9am - Lockhart, Holy Communion

Sunday School is available on the second and

fourth Sundays of the month.

If there are any pastoral concerns, please

contact Larraine Hoffman on 6920 6233

St John’s Presbyterian Church Cnr Hebden & Day St, Lockhart

1st and 3rd Sundays - 6pm 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays - 8.45am

Rev Craig Nicholas 6929 3129 www.hentylockhartpresy.org.au

Lockhart, Urana & Oaklands Catholic Church

Lockhart Parish 1st, 3rd & 5th SUNDAY OF THE MONTH SATURDAY (Vigil Mass) - 6pm Lockhart

SUNDAY 8am - Urana 10am - Oaklands

2nd & 4th SUNDAY OF THE MONTH SATURDAY (Vigil Mass) 6pm Urana

SUNDAY 8am Lockhart 10am Urangeline

For further information contact Father Tony Schipp on 6920 5446

The Rock Uniting Church Ford Street, The Rock

Rev. Daniel Yang 2ND SUNDAY – 9.30AM

All Welcome CONTACT: (O2) 69202024

Or (02) 6933 1650

The Rock St Peters Anglican Church

Communion 1st Sunday each month at 9.30am

Enquiries: Mrs J Heazlewood 0427 198 513

Mrs M Vennell 6920 1067

St Mary’s Parish, The Rock

Sunday 10.00am - The Rock.

1st & 3rd Sunday, 8.30am - Mangoplah

2nd & 4th Sunday, 8.30am - Yerong Creek

Enquiries: Fr Damian Jellett 6920 2017

Bethlehem Lutheran Church Milbrulong

2nd Sunday of the month -

Lay Reading with morning tea

4th Sunday of the month

Lay Reading with Sunday School

Phone 02-69206226 with enquiries

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF AUSTRALIA Diocese of Riverina Parish of Lockhart

St Aidan’s Lockhart Cnr Day & Drummond Streets Lockhart

SUNDAYS 9.00am St Philip’s Urana Princess Street

Urana 4

th Sunday of the month 5pm

St Oswald’s Boree Creek Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals & other

activities by arrangement All enquiries: Rev Nola Cox 6920 5549

Christian Radio in Lockhart 87.6

Tune every day

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Lockhart Caravan Park

If you know someone looking for just the right place to set up camp with a tent or caravan, or looking to hire an on-site van, then Lockhart Caravan Park is just the place.

Situated in Green Street, the caravan park is just 100 metres from the shopping area and within easy

walking distance to all facilities.

There are 21 sites, three unpowered and eighteen powered sites.

Three Cabins which can accommodate up to 8 people are

also available.

A modern camp kitchen is available as well as showers, toilets and a

peaceful location.

Contact the Manager on

0458 205 303

for bookings.

MOBILE LIBRARY

TIMETABLE

September 2016

Lockhart

6th,13th, 19th & 27th

9am - 12.30pm

Milbrulong

8th & 22nd

9am - 10am

Pleasant Hills

5th & 19th

1.15pm - 2.30pm

Yerong Creek

7th & 21st

3pm - 4pm

The Rock

Now stopping directly across

from Emily Gardens Aged

Care, Emily Street

8th & 22nd

10.30am - 12.00pm

www.rrl.nsw.gov.au

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Each TUESDAY Each WEDNESDAY SUNDAYS IN SEPTEMBER

(11TH & 25TH)

Lockhart 8.30am - 10.30am 8.30am - 11.30am

The Rock 1.00pm - 3.00pm 1.00pm - 4.00pm

Yerong Creek 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Pleasant Hills 10.00 am – 12.00pm

Council Waste Disposal Centres Opening Hours

ALL CENTRES ARE CLOSED ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Items not accepted include mattresses, hazardous chemicals and tyres. Items accepted free of charge include Oil, Green waste, and E-waste. Some wastes are separated before disposal. Such items include Oil, E-waste, green waste, metals (including fencing wire), bricks and concrete. Some Centres accept only general household waste. Refer to Council’s webpage www.lockhart.nsw.gov.au/environment/waste-recycling.aspx for further information, or contact the Council Office.

Lockhart Lions Club Recycling Location: Next to Uncle Toby‟s Shed, northern side of railway line.

Entry from Brookong Street.

Opening Times: Daylight Hours, seven days a week

Items

Paper/Magazines, Books (incl. phone books) Cardboard, Glass bottles & Jars (rinsed) Aluminium cans -Scrap aluminium, Plastics of any kind incl. bottles (rinsed), bags and wrapping

Unacceptable Items

Wax-coated cartons, Polystyrene, Light bulbs, Fluorescent tubes, Window glass, Heat-treated glass,

Steel cans or drums

Items we definitely don’t want

Soiled disposable nappies

Be a responsible recycler. To make our job easier

please use receptacles provided.

Thank you

Milbrulong Landfill is now closed

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Health & Associated Services Our Values - Leadership; Integrity; Progressiveness; Commitment; Accountability; Adaptability.

OPTOMETRIST Russell and Chalker EyecarePlus visit

Lockhart regularly for comprehensive

consultations including glaucoma testing,

cataract assessments , macular

degeneration.

Adults and children’s assessments, and

Veteran’s Affairs patients welcome.

Spectacle frames available.

For Appointments Phone:

(02) 6921 8833.

Australian Unity

Home Care Service Lockhart/The Rock/Coolamon

Enquiries: 6920 5286

Co-ordinator - Robyn Pearse

We provide the following services:

Domestic Assistance

Personal Care

Respite Services

Call 1800 200 422

X-RAY SERVICE

X-ray services are available every second

Friday at Lockhart & District Hospital. A

referral from the doctor is required.

For appointments phone 6930 7100

Lockhart Community Health Services Lockhart Community Health Nurses are available

for self-referral

Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, ph: 6930 7100

The Rock Community Health Nurses are available for self-referral Mon, Wed, Fri, ph: 6930 7100 or

Mob: 0427 107 897

Early Childhood Clinics—Wed, Lockhart

–Thurs, The Rock

Other services available include:

Physiotherapy—Wed, ph: 6930 7100

Women’s Health—6930 7100

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network have a counsellor

providing counselling on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month

at the Lockhart Medical Practice.

Referrals are needed.

Just call the surgery on 69205249 to make an appointment.

Interested in cycling?

Bike riding group leaving every Saturday morning at 7am from

Latte Da, Green St, Lockhart

Ride from 10 – 30km All welcome

Contact Foxy for more info

0447 239 216

Tai Chi classes are being held each

Monday morning at Lockhart Uniting

church Hall with Beginners at 9am and

Advanced at 9.45am.If you would like

any more information, please contact

Larraine Hoffmann on 69206233, or

0427204051. Anyone who has just

competed the Stepping On programme

is most welcome to come

along and try some Tai Chi

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WEED OF THE MONTH - MEXICAN POPPY

Argemone mexicana

Other common names: Mexican prickly poppy, Satyanashi, Prickly poppy. Description: A member of the poppy family. A native to Mexico, its native range extends northwards to Texas and southwards to central America. Mexican poppy is an erect herb growing to one metre high, with spiky leaves, bright yellow or cream flowers, and globular seed heads. Leaves: Thistle-like and alternate, without leaf stalks, serrated and the margins are spiny. The grey-white veins stand out against the bluish-green upper leaf surface. Up to 20cm long. The upper surface of the leaf is smooth while the underside has a few prickles along the midrib. Flowers: Are at the tips of the branches (terminal) and solitary, and 2.5-6 cm in diameter. They have four light yellow or cream petals, and the ovary at the centre of the flower is topped with a dark red three or six lobed stigma. Seed/Fruit: After fertilisation a prickly oblong seed capsule develops. This is up to 3.5cm in length with three to six openings at the top. The capsule contains up to 400 seeds. The seeds are oval-shaped, blackish brown, about 1.5mm long with a pitted seed coat and a ridge along one side. The seed can stay dormant for many years, making control difficult. It reproduces only from seed. Most seeds fall around the parent plant but some are dispersed by water, mud adhering to boots and

farming machinery and livestock. The seeds can also be dispersed by birds. Root: Slightly branched tap root. Toxicity: It is poisonous to stock and humans, but is rarely eaten by stock due to its unpalatable bitter yellow sap. Some stock have died after eating contaminated hay or chaff, and poultry after eating seeds. If harvested crops are infested with Mexican poppy seeds, it is unsuitable for milling, stock feed or oil production. Control: Argemone mexicana tends to grow along roadsides, in fallow and cultivated lands, riverbanks, disturbed areas, and on floodplains. It competes with and replaces native species in some cases and is also a significant crop weed. Harmful allelopathic effects on germination and seedling vigour of crop varieties have been recorded. Physical removal or chemical application are two recommended methods for weed control, depending on terrain, cost and available labour. However, before using any herbicide, always read the label. All herbicides must be applied strictly in accordance with the directions on the label. Mexican poppy is a declared Class 5 noxious weed in Lockhart Shire as well as the whole of New South Wales.

For further information please contact Council’s

Noxious Weeds Inspector on (02) 6920 5305 or visit

www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/pests-weeds/weeds

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