From the Mayors Desk - 2 July 2010
Date: 02-Jul-10
Author: Alison Davey
In times of economic difficulty I am pleased to advise that Cessnock City Council has delivered a balanced budget for 2010-2011 financial year and has maintained its level of service across all facets of Council's operations, in some cases increasing its funding commitment in high priority areas such as roads with the total budget for next year $81 million. An important part of the budget for residents is that Council has provided additional funds for services and facilities. For further information you can find copies of the Management Plan and the Budget on Council's website, www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au and in hard copy at the Cessnock and Kurri Kurri Libraries and Council's Customer Service Centre.
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I recently attended the 47th Annual Weston Art Show which was held at Weston Civic Centre. The quality of work by the artists was outstanding and I must mention the art by our local school children was exceptional. The display held approximately 500 artworks. The major prize was awarded to Wangi Wangi Artist Bruce Naylor for his painting "Salt Pans". Congratulations to Bruce, the many artists who provided their works and to the hardworking committee who contributed to this magnificent display.
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Nominate for Australian of the Year. Nominations are now open for this prestigious award. It is an opportunity to nominate and recognise those Australians who have inspired or challenged us to participate more actively in the life of the nation. The focus for the award is not on the greatest scientific or sporting achievements but recognising ordinary Australians who achieve extraordinary things. Awards are no open in four categories; Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year (60 years or over) Young Australian of the Year (16 to 30 years) and Australia's Local Hero. Nomination forms can be obtained by phoning 1300 655 193 or visit their website www.australianoftheyear.gov.au. Nominations close Tuesday 31 August 2010.
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The Mayoral Academic Challenge heat selection was carried out on Wednesday 30 June. Schools that are participating have been advised of their date and time. This year we have 18 Primary Schools and 4 High Schools involved with the Challenge which will be another enjoyable and competitive event. Thank you to our magnificent sponsors Cessnock Achievement Centre, Cessnock Ex-Services Club, DLW Corporate Services, Hope Estate, Hunter Resource Recovery, McDonalds Family Restaurant Cessnock, Rover Motors Pty Ltd and Sternbeck Real Estate Pty Ltd, for your support. This year's prize money 1st place $3,000. 2nd place $2,000 and 3rd place $1,500 - the winning High School to receive $250 and the overall winner ie winner between the High School and Primary School to receive $250.00. We look forward to August when the competition will commence. This great initiative showcases the excellent academic brilliance of our students and highlights the outstanding educational attainments in our LGA.
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On Tuesday 29 June I attended Centrelink Jobs Expo Maitland at Maitland Showground. The Expo was designed to create a "jobs marketplace" bringing together Local Employment Coordinators, employment service providers, Centrelink, employers and job seekers. The Expo was an opportunity for employers, industry groups, recruitment and training providers to participate in a local community event that provides people with access to job vacancies and information about options that enhance employability. I found the Expo very informative and it was well attended by the general public and employment agencies from Cessnock.
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