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words: welcome to Mitchell Shire eNews, 15 January 2021, Pictured. Horseshoe Lagoon, Trawool
 
In this edition: Come together at Australia Day events throughout Mitchell; Slow down around schools as kids return to the classroom; Be prepared for fire, flood and storms; Don't miss the last of our pool parties.
 
Pictured: Kings Park, Seymour
 
 
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AUSTRALIA DAY EVENTS

Wallan - Free Library, Hadfield Park

  • Community Awards and Citizenship Ceremony: 9am-Noon

Broadford - Lions Park

  • Community event: 7am-3pm

Seymour - Kings Park

  • Community event: 8am-Noon

Wandong Heathcote Junction

  • Community event: 8am-Noon
MORE INFORMATION
 
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SCHOOL ZONES BACK Slow down around schools
 

The return of school next week is likely to see an increase in traffic on our roads.

We'll have school crossing supervisors stationed across the shire to help keep children safe.

Please take extra care around schools, remember to slow down, obey speed limits and follow the parking rules.

 
MORE INFORMATION
 
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RATES SUPPORT Contact us to set up payment plan
 

It has been a tough 12 months for many people across our community and we’re here to help. There is support available for you.

Please contact us as soon as possible to discuss your situation and set up a payment plan. We will work with you to ensure you are up to date.

To discuss the options, call us on 5734 6200

 
KNOW YOUR OPTIONS
 
Be prepared for fire, flood, storm. Have an emergency plan. Prepare your property.
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SPLASH OUT ON US Last chance to enjoy a pool party
 

On Friday, 22 January, it's Broadford's turn to host an afternoon of poolside fun from 12-4pm at the last of our summer pool parties.

There will be a DJ, inflatables, free food, and competitions with prizes and giveaways.

So escape the heat, grab some friends and hit the Broadford Outdoor Pool tomorrow afternoon.

COVID-19 restrictions apply. Our outdoor pools are open during summer when the air temperature is forecast to be 26 degrees or higher by the Bureau of Meteorology. 

 
MORE LOCAL EVENTS
 
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SNAP TO WIN Apple AirPods up for grabs
 

Show us what you'd 'grab and go' in an emergency and you could win a pair of Apple AirPods.

Take a ‘flat lay’ photo – a picture of the items laid out flat that you’d take in an emergency. 

Answer a few emergency awareness questions and submit your entry on our website.

The winner will be chosen at random on 29 January. The competition is run by Mitchell Youth Services and is open to people aged 12-24 who live, work or study in Mitchell Shire.

 
ENTER TO WIN
 
 
CURRENT VACANCIES Looking for a new career?
 

Have you considered a career with Mitchell Shire Council or do you know someone who is looking for work?

We are recruiting for the following roles:

  • Building Surveyor
  • Waste Management Coordinator
  • Infrastructure and Application Administrator
  • Management Accountant
  • Swim Instructor
 
APPLY ONLINE
 
 
COUNCIL MEETINGS Upcoming schedule
 

Due to COVID restrictions Council meetings will be online. You can watch live on our website from 7pm. The recording will be available the next day.

Next meeting:

  • Community Questions and Hearing Committee - Monday 8 February
  • Council Meeting - Monday 15 February

You can put questions and submissions to the Community Questions and Hearings Committee.

 
MORE INFORMATION
 
 
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