February 24, 2021 The Cobbs 4x4 Weeks of Speed program for 2021 is fuelling plenty of interest with high-octaine action due to kick off on Saturday, March 6. Gunnedah Shire Council is an ongoing and proud sponsor of this exciting annual event which is making a comeback after being knocked out of contention by COVID-19 in 2020. The Cobbs 4x4 Weeks of Speed Committee president Ray Darcey said there were a few changes of pace…

February 23, 2021 Gunnedah’s Civic Cinema is rolling out the red carpet and welcoming the community back to the movies. This year marks 20 years of operation for the cinema, which has recently undergone a full refurbishment with fresh carpeting and seats, LED lighting, a hearing loop and a new candy bar. With the anniversary comes a renewed push for residents to take advantage of movie screenings at their local Civic, following a reduction in…

February 22, 2021 Renewed support for community groups Gunnedah Shire Council has renewed financial support measures for three community groups, with Arts Gunnedah, Multicultural Gunnedah and Riding for the Disabled to receive in-kind contributions for use of Council facilities. Mayor of Gunnedah Shire Cr Jamie Chaffey said Council was proud to support the valuable contributions of local volunteer groups. “Council offers in-kind funding to community organisations to support local community, cultural, sporting and environmental projects…

  19 February, 2021 The new Gunnedah Koala Sanctuary has reached a major milestone with Gunnedah Shire Council lodging a development application with the NSW Government Regional Planning Panel for a state-of-the-art facility. Gunnedah Shire Council has lodged plans for the 50-acre bush sanctuary which will include a wildlife centre and koala hospital, koala sanctuary and a petting zoo. The plans will now be made available for public comment as part of the State Government…

February 19, 2021 Gunnedah Shire Council has thanked Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson for supporting calls to address the lack of community consultation in the Clinical Services Plan (CSP) for the new Gunnedah Hospital. In a Mayoral Minute at this week’s Council Meeting, Gunnedah Shire Mayor Jamie Chaffey said he was pleased the local member was supporting Council’s position and making representations on behalf of the community. “Our local member has recognised our concerns and…

February 18, 2021 Gunnedah Shire Council has heeded a community call for new gates to be installed at the popular Livvi’s Place Playground. Gunnedah Shire Mayor Jamie Chaffey said Council had been approached by community members to install gates with childproof latches at Livvi’s Place to improve security for parents with young children. “Council also heard from two former members of the Livvi’s Place Working Group at the general meeting this week who presented a…

18 February, 2021 Gunnedah Shire Council has congratulated the Gunnedah and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry on their successful Shop Local and Win Christmas Campaign. The Chamber this week presented Council, a $12,000 sponsor of the event, with a report detailing the success of the event. Gunnedah Shire Mayor Jamie Chaffey said the report showed how far a partnership between the Chamber, the Council, local businesses and the community could go. “Gunnedah Shire Council…

Gunnedah Shire Council seeks suitably qualified clinical governance specialists to oversight and advise Councillors as part of a Clinical Governance Committee for its community care business enterprise, GoCo. GoCo and Gunnedah Shire Council seeks expressions of interest for the following positions: Clinical Governance Specialist Clinical Specialist For more information visit www.gococare.com.au or you may contact GoCo Quality and Systems Leader, Jasmin Bird on 02 6740 2240. Expressions of Interest addressing the detailed qualifications and competencies…

17 February, 2021 Two Rivers Arts Council and Gunnedah Shire Council are working together to celebrate our vibrant and diverse community at the Gunnedah’s Autumn Markets on Saturday, March 20, as part of Harmony Day celebrations. The day will host live music funded by the NSW Government’s Festival of Place Summer Fund, including performances from local funk bands, Huckleberry and The Conadilly Street Band, The Gunnedah Conservatorium, The Fabulasses as well as Sarah Lette and…

February 10, 2021 Gunnedah’s Rainbow Serpent Water Feature has been shortlisted for the 2020 Australian Street Art Awards in the category of Best Rural Art. The Awards showcase public art and recognise regions that are using outdoor, publicly-accessible art to promote their destination and engage their community. Cultural Precinct Team Leader Lauren Mackley said Council is honoured to be recognised for this cultural initiative, and acknowledged the efforts of local Kamilaroi artists. “Shirley Long, Janet…