From the Mayors Desk - 5 November 2010
Date: 05-Nov-10
Author: Alison Davey
Congratulations to Cessnock Advertiser for its 50 years of service to our community which is to be celebrated on 13 November. Cessnock Advertiser has provided this community with essential communication on local issues.
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Nominations are now open for our Australia Day Awards. In our LGA we have many individuals and groups who have given their time freely for the community and this is your opportunity to nominate them for an award. Nomination forms can be collected from our Customer Service Area at Council or go onto our website www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au and download form. For information on the awards please contact Pauline Ross on 4993 4210.
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I recently attended a very pleasant evening put on by The Hunter Domestic Violence Support and Advisory Services for their inaugural 'Reclaim the Night' which was held in the grounds of the PCYC. Reclaim the Night is an International and National event where women reclaim the night, to ensure they can walk safely and wear whatever they choose. It is hoped that this initial event will grow to become an annual event.
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On Saturday 30 October I attended the 20th Anniversary of the annual Wollombi Corroboree. More than 500 people descended on a Wollombi property to see a celebration of culture featuring traditional dancing around an open fire. Regarded as a crucial link in keeping Aboriginal customs alive, the Corroboree marked its 20th year. Ngemba tribe member, dancer Andrew Snelgar, from Raymond Terrace, and more than 70 dancers from about eight tribes took part. Congratulations to the organising committee on a great day event.
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TAFE NSW - Hunter Institute recently held the inaugural Year Six Try-A-Trade at the Kurri Kurri Campus. Try-A-Trade enables students to gain an insight into a variety of trade careers. The event enabled Year 6 students from local Schools to experience 'hands on' activities within 27 different Vocational areas. The event was well attended by teachers, students and their parents or guardians. Another great initiative for the youth of our City.
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Kurri Kurri Beyond 2030 Public Forum was recently held and was well attended by residents at the Kurri Kurri Golf Club. A group of planning students from the University of NSW gave excellent examples of urban design ideas and out of the square thinking on the future of Kurri Kurri over the next 10 to 20 years. The presentation was also supported by an overview on the Hunter Expressway.
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A series of public meetings have been held to discuss the proposed Cessnock Civic Precinct Planning Proposal with the next meeting to be held on Thursday 11 November commencing at 6.30 pm at the Performing Arts Centre. The Proposal intends to rezone land for a mixed use development adjacent to the southern fringes of Cessnock Town Centre. I encourage residents to provide feedback on the proposal. For further information contact Council's Land Use Planning Team on 4993 4100.
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Congratulations to the management and staff of Cessnock Community Performing Arts Centre in celebrating two successful years of operation. Take the opportunity to visit our Centre and see what it has to offer.
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Marthaville Guildry Craft and Gift Centre will be holding a Spirit of Christmas Market Day on Saturday 13 November commencing at 10 am at Historic Marthaville on Wollombi Road. Not only will you have a great time at the Market you will also be able to enjoy the history of the charming, heritage listed Marthaville. I must also mention that West Haven Retirement Village will be holding their Fair on Sat
