Mid-Western Regional Council Community News - June 2024

JUNE, 2024
2024 COUNCIL ELECTIONS
Council will be conducting
candidate information
sessions ahead of the
September Council
elections.
Information sessions will be
held in the Council Chambers
at 86 Market Street Mudgee.
The sessions will be held on
12 June, 5.30pm - 9pm and 13
June, 9am - 12.30pm.
Council plans to host two
pre-election sessions for
all prospective candidates
considering participation in the
upcoming Local Government
elections. To be eligible to stand
candidates must be enrolled
within the Council area.
Information sessions will
provide essential information
on the role and responsibilities
of a Councillor. Presenting at
both sessions will be Leanne
Barnes, (Order of Australia and
Public Service Medal) former
General Manager of Bega Valley
Shire Council.
The sessions will run for
approximately 3 hours,
bookings to attend are essential
and can be made by visiting
Council’s website or contacting
Council on 6378 2850.
The 2024 Local Government
election will be held on
Saturday,14 September. For
more information visit Council’s
website.
2
3
14
briefing sessions
held on 12 and 13
June
hour sessions held at
Council’s Administration
Building at 86 Market
Street Mudgee.
September is the
voting day for NSW
Local Government
elections
FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK
The return of the Mudgee
Classic brought a wave of
excitement to the region
last month. With a turnout
of over 2,000 registered
participants, the two-day
event showcased the
beauty of the Mid-Western
Region on the designated
cycling routes. Despite
challenging wet weather
conditions, the event ran
smoothly and will return in
2025. The Mudgee Classic
contributes approximately
$2 million into the local
economy.
I am pleased to announce
the 2024/2025 Operational
Plan and Delivery Program
has been adopted and
is available to view on
Council’s website. The
Plan sets out projects to
be carried out in the next
financial year including
roads, bridges, walking
tracks and sewerage
networks.
The draft Employment
Lands Strategy (Industrial)
is currently on public
exhibition and can be
viewed on the Council
website or at Council’s
Administration Buildings.
The strategy aims to take
proactive steps towards
the future development
of the region’s industrial
sector over the next 20-30
years.
I encourage you to review
this strategy and submit
feedback on Council’s
website until Friday, 14
June at 4.30pm.
Mayor Des Kennedy

2025 AND 2026
PENRITH PANTHERS GAMES
PENRITH PANTHERS
GAMES SECURED
Council have secured a
two year deal with the
Penrith Panthers.
Penrith Panthers will
play two NRL Telstra
Premiership Matches at
Glen Willow Stadium in
2025 and 2026.
This marks the
Panthers’ first time
playing in Mudgee.
The club’s strong ties
with the Central West
Region will be further
enhanced through
this partnership with
Council.
During their visits to the
region the Panthers will
actively engage in the
NEWS IN
community by hosting
Play Like a Panther
Rugby League Clinics in
both 2025 and 2026.
It is anticipated that
football fans will travel
long distances to see
their teams up close
and personal for these
games.
NRL matches hosted at
Glen Willow Stadium
help elevate the region’s
profile and deliver a
significant economic
boost to the local
economy.
LIBRARY EVENT
Join fellow gamers at the Mudgee Library for
Unplugged Gamers, an evening of tabletop
gaming on Thursday, 6 June , from 6pm
- 8pm. Whether you’re into contemporary
favourites like Munchkin or classics like
Warhammer, there’s something for everyone
to enjoy. This free program is exclusively for
players aged 18 and over. Secure your spot by
booking through Eventbrite.
MUDGEE SALEYARDS HOSTS FIRST ONLINE AUCTION
Mudgee Saleyards hosted its first combined online
and in-person auction at the Angus breeders sale on
Friday, 3 May.
The sale integrated a traditional in-person auction
with an online bidding platform, broadening the
market for sellers and offering convenience to buyers.
With online bidding, participants were able to engage
in the sale from any location with internet access,
reducing travel costs and time commitments.
This approach optimises sales outcomes by increasing
competition and reaching a wider audience while
accommodating buyers who prefer attending
auctions in person.
On the day over 100 buyers attended the sale at the
The Fall Guy (M), Robot Dreams (PG) and
Freud’s Last Session (M) will hit the big
screen this month on 7 - 9 June. Tickets are
available on Council’s website or at the door
(unless sold out prior) $15 for adults and
$10 for children and concession. Entry is free
for children under 5 years. Be sure to buy
your tickets early to avoid missing out.
BRIEF
JUNE TOWN HALL CINEMA
Mudgee Saleyards and all 1,100 cattle were sold.
The sale was a great success attracting high prices
reflecting a strong and buoyant market, with cows
and calves reaching up to $2,800/head.
For more information on Mudgee Saleyards livestock
auctions, visit midwestern.nsw.gov.au.
REPORT A PROBLEM
The best way to let Council know about a
problem or to request work is to report it
online. Follow the ‘Report a Problem’ icon
on Council’s homepage. This takes just a few
minutes to complete. Your request will be
referred to the relevant Council department,
and our Customer Service Team will contact
you to advise the outcome of your request.

GULGONG’S
HENRY LAWSON FESTIVAL
The annual Henry Lawson Festival,
awarded the region’s 2024 Australia
Day Event of the Year, returns to
Gulgong on the June long weekend.
The festivities celebrate the birthday
of local poet Henry Lawson and is a
vibrant display of the region’s rich
history.
The weekend of celebrations kicks
off with a parade showcasing
floats, historical costumes, animals,
and vintage vehicles, providing a
delightful spectacle for all attendees.
This year’s festivities promise a diverse
range of entertainment, including
two dance performances by the
talented local dancers from Step-Up
Dance Academy, along with a choir
performance from Gulgong Public
School and a bush dance.
Mayne Street in Gulgong will be a
bustling marketplace with locally
crafted treasures and an enticing
variety of food stalls to satisfy every
palate.
Local member Dugald Saunders will
be attending the event to officially
open the festivities at 11am on
Saturday, 8 June.
Old
New
NEW BORDER SIGNAGE ACROSS THE
REGION
Council has designed new signage for the Local
Government Area borders throughout the
8,700 square kilometre LGA.
The updated signage celebrates the rich
viticulture heritage of the region, tracing back
to the 1850s when grape cultivation first took
hold in the region.
The circular motifs on the new signage hold
symbolic significance, representing agriculture,
wheat, sun, the native Acacia and community
cohesion within our towns.
The new signage has replaced the ageing signs
that were installed by Council in 2011.
AVOID FIRE RISKS THIS WINTER
Residents are reminded to never dispose of hot
ashes in any bins, whether they are kerbside bins
or at waste stations. Doing so poses a significant
risk of fire to bins, waste trucks and facilities.
Before taking ashes to your local facility or placing
them in your general waste wheelie bin, ashes
must be completely cold all the way through. To
ensure this, soak the ashes and leave them out to
dry for a few days. Although the surface of an ash
container may feel cold, the centre often retains
enough warmth to potentially reignite and cause a
fire when disposed of.
When visiting your local waste facility, always
follow the directions provided by on-site staff
for the safe disposal of ash. By taking these
precautions, you can help prevent incidents and
keep our community safe from the dangers of fire
caused by improper ash disposal.
DRIVING IN WINTER
Driving conditions can change with the
colder weather. Remember to take extra
care with rain, ice, fog and snow. Stay safe
with these tips for travelling in slippery
conditions: reduce your speed, turn low
beam headlights on (even during the day),
allow extra space between you and the
vehicle in front of you, follow warning signs,
accelerate smoothly and break gently.
NEW LIBRARY HOURS
Mudgee Library will be changing opening
hours from Monday, 1 July. The new hours
will be: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,
Friday 9am - 5.30pm, Thursday 9am
- 7.30pm, Saturday 9.30am - 1.30pm.
These changes were made following
consultation with stakeholders to better
accommodate the evolving needs of the
community. For further information visit
the Library’s webpage.
GET SOCIAL WITH COUNCIL
Keep up-to-date with Council news and
activities on your preferred social media
platform: Facebook (@mwrcouncil),
Instagram (@choosemudgeeregion),
Youtube, TikTok (@mwrcouncil) and
Linkedin. Mudgee Arts Precinct, the
Library and Youth Council are also on
socials which can be found on Council’s
website.
LIVE TRAFFIC APP
Live Traffic NSW provides real-time
information about incidents and changes
in traffic conditions that affect your
journey on roads throughout New South
Wales. Whether you’re planning a trip or
already on the road, this service helps
you stay informed. For more information
download the Live Traffic App or visit
livetraffic.com.

YOUR COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES
midwestern.nsw.gov.au
CR DES KENNEDY CR SAM PAINE CR PAUL CAVALIER CR KATIE DICKER CR ALEX KARAVAS CR ROBBIE PALMER CR PETER SHELLEY
MAYOR
DEPUTY MAYOR
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CR PHIL STODDART
0407 208 730
CR PERCY THOMPSON
0428 740 226
6374 0226
EVENTS
CALENDAR
7-9
JUNE
Town Hall Cinema
Mudgee Town Hall
Held on the first weekend
of each month. Adults
$15, children/concession
$10 and children under
5 free. Bookings and
screenings can be found
on Council’s website.
7-9
JUNE
UneARThed Gulgong
Gulgong
UneARThed Art Show
and Exhibition is a diverse
art event that showcases
local, regional and
interstate artists as well
as the region’s children’s
artistic talents.
8-9
JUNE
Henry Lawson Festival
Gulgong
Mayne Street Gulgong
Step back in time to
the gold rush days and
celebrate Henry Lawson’s
birthday.
Council responded to many call-outs last winter for frost
damaged water meters. There are simple measures you can
take to prevent your water meter from freezing such as covering
it with a large bucket, cardboard or a plastic box. Council has
Water Meter Covers available at all customer service centres
for a fee at Mudgee, Rylstone and Gulgong. If there is a water
leak at your meter turn the isolating tap and contact Council on
1300 765 002 or 6378 2850.
Mid-Western Regional Council is an award-winning organisation
offering a range of career opportunities in areas such as admin,
planning and development, water supply, parks and gardens,
libraries, operations and community services. Council is an equal
opportunity employer and values diversity in its people. For
current positions vacant, go to ‘Careers’ on Council’s website.
9
JUNE
19
JUNE
12-13
JULY
Gulgong Cup
Gulgong Race Club
Enjoy a fun day of country
racing at the annual race
meet.
Mid-Western Regional
Council
Council Chambers,
Market Street Mudgee
from 5.30pm.
Meeting live-stream
available on Council’s
website. midwestern.nsw.
gov.au.
Mudgee Small Farm
Field Days
AREC
The two day annual
event has been running
for 45 years. The event
promotes innovation and
sustainability in agriculture
and rural living.
Latest data has revealed that there were 2,952 registered
businesses in the Mid-Western Region as of 30 June 2023. This
is a 2.8% increase (81 businesses) from June 2022. Of these
businesses, there are 53 large businesses, 290 small businesses,
and 2,607 micro businesses in the region. The agriculture
industry has the most businesses in the region, followed by the
construction and real estate services industries. Most businesses
in the region turnover between $50,000 and $1,999,999 per
year. Source: Australian Business Statistics (ABS).
All information correct at the time of publication. Events may be subject to change.
Please contact event organisers for further details.
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Journey into the past at Gulgong Pioneers Museum.
Established in 1962, the museum is home to one of the
finest collections of Australiana in the country. The museum’s
collection includes an array of domestic tools and utensils,
farm and mining equipment, horse drawn vehicles, early
photographs, Aboriginal and geological artefacts, periodic
clothing, and buildings dating back to the Gold Rush days of
the 1870s.