One Year On
One year on, we would like to recognise the contribution, generosity and goodwill of those who came to the aid of Shoalhaven residents during the Currowan Bushfires.
Whilst it has been a challenging year, the Shoalhaven has shown it is a resilient community. We are all at different stages of recovery. Let's stay connected and committed to supporting one another.
If you need assistance, call our dedicated Bushfire Recovery Helpline on 4429 5888.
| |  Shoalhaven Community WellbeingWe are in the process of developing a Community Wellbeing Plan for the Shoalhaven. The Plan will guide Council and its partners in working to improve the wellbeing of our community over the next four years. An online survey is open to all Shoalhaven residents seeking ideas and initiatives to contribute to the plan. | |
| |  Last chance to nominateDo you know someone who has gone above and beyond in our community? Hurry, time is running out to submit a nomination for the 2021 Shoalhaven Australia Day Awards. Submit a nomination in one of five categories. Nominations close on Monday 30 November 2020. | |
| |  Entertainment Centre UpgradesThe upgrade of the region’s premier performing arts and conferencing venue include improvements to ensure building compliance, re-design of the Centre’s Encore Café & Bar to improve accessibility, and a new a loading dock shelter to increase accessibility of equipment to the venue, irrespective of weather. Upgrades to sound, lighting and audio-visual systems to enhance customer experience will also be included. The upgrade works will start from December 2020, with the Centre scheduled to reopen in May 2021. | |
| |  Shoalhaven Export Hub LaunchShoalhaven Export Hub was launched in Nowra last week after we were successful in receiving grant funding through the Australian Government’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Export Hubs Initiative. Mayor Amanda Findley was thrilled that the initiative will help Shoalhaven businesses to grow, export and increase local and regional jobs. The Hub works to break down the barriers for local business to break through into international markets and will work with businesses to build skills and know-how. | |
| |  Shoalhaven beaches safe for swimmingWith warmer months ahead, we are pleased to announce that Shoalhaven beaches are a great place to swim according to the latest State of the Beaches Report, published by the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Environment. All 10 Shoalhaven beaches monitored by the testing program have excellent microbial water quality and have all been graded at the highest level as ‘Very Good’ or ‘Good’. | |
| |  Asbestos Awareness WeekRenovating at home? Check for asbestos before undertaking home improvements. Asbestos is a known carcinogen and asbestos materials are still commonly found in bathrooms, laundries, and kitchens as well as behind tiles and under flooring. If a home was built or renovated prior to 1990, there is a good chance it has some asbestos. For safe and responsible ways to handle and dispose of asbestos, see our website. | |
| |  Free Men's BBQCome along for a free BBQ and a chat for men at Mick Ryan Park in Milton at 11am this Saturday, 28 November. The Rising from the Ashes BBQ is a chance to get together and talk one year on, as our community continues to recover from last year's bushfires. RSVP to ftesta@orderofmalta.org.au | |
| |  Bendigo Bank Bushfire Recovery GrantsThe Bendigo Bank Community Bushfire Recovery Grants Program is open, and applications are invited from not-for-profit organisations to fund charitable projects that assist with community recovery in bushfire affected communities. NFP’s can apply for grants of up to $75000. | |
One month until Christmas!
This festive season choose gifts that your loved ones AND the environment will appreciate. Say Merry Christmas with something that will add to a lifetime of memories, rather than lasting a lifetime in landfill.
For sustainable Christmas gift ideas, visit our Reducing Waste page.
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