A Conversation with the GM Mark Dicker Blayney Shire Council Are you (or someone you know) interested in being a Councillor? The next Local Government Election will be held for all NSW Councils on Saturday 14 September 2024 (now less than 6 months away). NSW Electoral commission information The election is conducted by the NSW Electoral Commission. Information regarding nomination process, time frames and election material can be found on the NSW Electoral Commission Are you or someone you know potentially interested in nominating as website https://elections.nsw.gov.au/elections/local-government: a candidate for the next Council elections? Blayney Shire Council has joined together with our neighbouring Councils (Orange and Cabonne) to provide candidate information sessions which will be facilitated by Local Government NSW. Upcoming online information session The first information session will be held online; 5.30pm, Monday, 25 March 2024. If you are interested in attending, please contact Council on 6368 2104 or email council@blayney.nsw.gov.au so the event link can be provided once it is confirmed by LGNSW. Our website and social media pages will also advertise the registration link once confirmed. Who will be the facilitator of the Local Government NSW sessions? The online session will be facilitated by Local Government NSW Presenter Dr Jenny Dowell OAM. Jenny has previously held the role as a Lismore Councillor for 12 years and was the Mayor of Lismore between 2008 and 2016. Jenny is also a Mayors' Mentors for Local Government NSW. Jenny brings a wealth of knowledge to the candidate briefings for NSW councils. Other information sessions There will be additional face to face information sessions in April and May of which information will be provided once all details have been finalised and confirmed. elections/2024-nsw-local-government-elections Contact a current Blayney Shire Councillor In my opinion the best way to potentially inform yourself and understand what is involved and/or required to be a Blayney Shire Councillor would be to contact current Councillor's and have a chat. The contact details for current 7 Councillors are; Councillor Cr Allan Ewin Cr Scott Ferguson Cr Craig Gosewisch Cr John Newstead Cr Michelle Pryse Jones Cr Bruce Reynolds Cr David Somervalle Phone number Email address 0408 200 658 allan.ewin@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0418 637 828 scott.ferguson@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0459 510 555 craig.gosewisch@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0468 682 037 john.newstead@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0427 683 751 michelle prysejones@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0428 613 181 bruce.reynolds@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0419 803 153 david.somervaille@blayney.nsw.gov.au Local Government elections The 2024 NSW Local Government elections will be held on 14 September Council News Blayney Sculptures by the Bush It's that time of year, Sculptures by the Bush is on again for 2024! Start brainstorming now for what you can bring to the table, unleash your creativity, have a blast, and stand a chance to snag some cash prizes. Registrations are currently open and will be closing on Wednesday 3 April, so you've got ample time to strategize! There are three exciting categories to participate inc Hay Bale Art Challenge: Showcase your talent by crafting sculptures primarily from hay, complemented with a mix of artistic materials like paint, cardboard. fabric, wood, and upcycled items. Previous entries have spanned from grand artworks with multiple hay bales to simpler creations using just one or two bales. Farm Art Challenge: Let your imagination run wild as you create sculptures or artworks using any farm-related resources other than hay bales. Think corrugated iron, wire, wood, old machinery, and more. The possibilities are endless! Scarecrow Challenge: Put together your most imaginative scarecrow or a set of themed scarecrows, tailor-made for urban dwellers with limited space. This year there is a prize for the best individual scarecrow and the best group of themed scarecrows! Get ready to sculpt your way to glory in 20241 More information and registration available on Council's website. Expressions of Interest Open for Additional Pre-Approved Road Names Have you wondered how street names are chosen for new developments? Generally, when a road name is required, the developer picks from a list of pre-approved names which is an appendix to Councils; Road, Pathway and Bridge Naming Policy. Names have traditionally celebrated local flora, acknowledge veterans, Indigenous leaders, individuals/organisations who have contributed to the development of the Contact Us Council Office 91 Adelaide St, Blayney NSW 2799 PO Box 62, Blayney NSW 2799 9.30am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday Ph 02 6368 2104 Shire (including former Councillors), individuals with outstanding achievements (including sport, educators, and industry leaders), acknowledge the multi-cultural nature of our society or be associated with the heritage of the area. We are looking to expand and diversity the names on our pre-approved list. and we need your input. We are asking the community to nominate names and provide supporting information for consideration. This topic is meaningful and a sensitive issue for our shire (as it usually involves and includes nomination and consideration of those who have passed). Council has a strict, 'Road, Pathway and Bridge Naming Policy' which must be adhered to. For further information and to make a submission please visit Council's website. Submissions close Tuesday 30 April 2024. Documents on Public Exhibition Following the February Ordinary Meeting. Council is seeking comment on the following documents now on public exhibition: Disposal of Assets Policy Borrowing Policy These documents are available for viewing and downloading on Council's website www.blayney.nsw.gov.au/your-council/on-exhibition Written submissions must be received prior to 5.00pm Thursday 28 March 2024. Positions Vacant Council currently has the following positions available: Works Operators/Casual Works Operators Please refer to Council's website for an Information Package and details on how to apply for these positions. There is no set closing date for these positions and applications will be considered as they are received. council@blayney.nsw.gov.au www.blayney.nsw.gov.au Like us on Facebook Search Blayney Shire Council Scan here for the online version A Conversation with the GM Mark Dicker Blayney Shire Council Are you ( or someone you know ) interested in being a Councillor ? The next Local Government Election will be held for all NSW Councils on Saturday 14 September 2024 ( now less than 6 months away ) . NSW Electoral commission information The election is conducted by the NSW Electoral Commission . Information regarding nomination process , time frames and election material can be found on the NSW Electoral Commission Are you or someone you know potentially interested in nominating as website https://elections.nsw.gov.au/elections/local-government : a candidate for the next Council elections ? Blayney Shire Council has joined together with our neighbouring Councils ( Orange and Cabonne ) to provide candidate information sessions which will be facilitated by Local Government NSW . Upcoming online information session The first information session will be held online ; 5.30pm , Monday , 25 March 2024 . If you are interested in attending , please contact Council on 6368 2104 or email council@blayney.nsw.gov.au so the event link can be provided once it is confirmed by LGNSW . Our website and social media pages will also advertise the registration link once confirmed . Who will be the facilitator of the Local Government NSW sessions ? The online session will be facilitated by Local Government NSW Presenter Dr Jenny Dowell OAM . Jenny has previously held the role as a Lismore Councillor for 12 years and was the Mayor of Lismore between 2008 and 2016. Jenny is also a Mayors ' Mentors for Local Government NSW . Jenny brings a wealth of knowledge to the candidate briefings for NSW councils . Other information sessions There will be additional face to face information sessions in April and May of which information will be provided once all details have been finalised and confirmed . elections / 2024 - nsw - local - government - elections Contact a current Blayney Shire Councillor In my opinion the best way to potentially inform yourself and understand what is involved and / or required to be a Blayney Shire Councillor would be to contact current Councillor's and have a chat . The contact details for current 7 Councillors are ; Councillor Cr Allan Ewin Cr Scott Ferguson Cr Craig Gosewisch Cr John Newstead Cr Michelle Pryse Jones Cr Bruce Reynolds Cr David Somervalle Phone number Email address 0408 200 658 allan.ewin@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0418 637 828 scott.ferguson@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0459 510 555 craig.gosewisch@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0468 682 037 john.newstead@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0427 683 751 michelle prysejones@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0428 613 181 bruce.reynolds@blayney.nsw.gov.au 0419 803 153 david.somervaille@blayney.nsw.gov.au Local Government elections The 2024 NSW Local Government elections will be held on 14 September Council News Blayney Sculptures by the Bush It's that time of year , Sculptures by the Bush is on again for 2024 ! Start brainstorming now for what you can bring to the table , unleash your creativity , have a blast , and stand a chance to snag some cash prizes . Registrations are currently open and will be closing on Wednesday 3 April , so you've got ample time to strategize ! There are three exciting categories to participate inc Hay Bale Art Challenge : Showcase your talent by crafting sculptures primarily from hay , complemented with a mix of artistic materials like paint , cardboard . fabric , wood , and upcycled items . Previous entries have spanned from grand artworks with multiple hay bales to simpler creations using just one or two bales . Farm Art Challenge : Let your imagination run wild as you create sculptures or artworks using any farm - related resources other than hay bales . Think corrugated iron , wire , wood , old machinery , and more . The possibilities are endless ! Scarecrow Challenge : Put together your most imaginative scarecrow or a set of themed scarecrows , tailor - made for urban dwellers with limited space . This year there is a prize for the best individual scarecrow and the best group of themed scarecrows ! Get ready to sculpt your way to glory in 20241 More information and registration available on Council's website . Expressions of Interest Open for Additional Pre - Approved Road Names Have you wondered how street names are chosen for new developments ? Generally , when a road name is required , the developer picks from a list of pre - approved names which is an appendix to Councils ; Road , Pathway and Bridge Naming Policy . Names have traditionally celebrated local flora , acknowledge veterans , Indigenous leaders , individuals / organisations who have contributed to the development of the Contact Us Council Office 91 Adelaide St , Blayney NSW 2799 PO Box 62 , Blayney NSW 2799 9.30am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday Ph 02 6368 2104 Shire ( including former Councillors ) , individuals with outstanding achievements ( including sport , educators , and industry leaders ) , acknowledge the multi - cultural nature of our society or be associated with the heritage of the area . We are looking to expand and diversity the names on our pre - approved list . and we need your input . We are asking the community to nominate names and provide supporting information for consideration . This topic is meaningful and a sensitive issue for our shire ( as it usually involves and includes nomination and consideration of those who have passed ) . Council has a strict , ' Road , Pathway and Bridge Naming Policy ' which must be adhered to . For further information and to make a submission please visit Council's website . Submissions close Tuesday 30 April 2024 . Documents on Public Exhibition Following the February Ordinary Meeting . Council is seeking comment on the following documents now on public exhibition : Disposal of Assets Policy Borrowing Policy These documents are available for viewing and downloading on Council's website www.blayney.nsw.gov.au/your-council/on-exhibition Written submissions must be received prior to 5.00pm Thursday 28 March 2024 . Positions Vacant Council currently has the following positions available : Works Operators / Casual Works Operators Please refer to Council's website for an Information Package and details on how to apply for these positions . There is no set closing date for these positions and applications will be considered as they are received . council@blayney.nsw.gov.au www.blayney.nsw.gov.au Like us on Facebook Search Blayney Shire Council Scan here for the online version