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    • Council Meetings

      Meetings will commence at 4:00 pm on the second Wednesday of the month. There is no meeting in January. Meetings will be held at Narromine Shire Council Chambers.

      pdfCode of Meeting Practice

      pdfAddressing Council in the Council Meeting Public Forum Policy

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      January - No Meeting February March April

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      May 13 *

      		 June July August
       September October November  December

      * Extraordinary Meeting

      BUSINESS PAPERS & MINUTES

      Before each Council meeting, a Business Paper is prepared detailing the items that are to be presented to the Council meeting.

      Please click on the above links to access the Agenda, Business Paper and Minutes for the latest Council Meeting. Business Papers are available to the public on the Friday before the Council Meeting. Copies are also available at the Reception Counter at Council. Readers should be aware that the Recommendations and Notices of Motion as set out in the Council Business Paper are simply proposals to the Council for its consideration.

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    • Information
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    • Documents on Public Exhibition

      Council will often have documents on public exhibition. These documents are available for viewing on this website or at the following locations;

      Narromine Trangie Tomingley
      Narromine Shire Council Chambers
      124 Dandaloo St, Narromine

      Macquarie Regional Library
      Dandaloo St, Narromine      		 Macquarie Regional Library
      Dandaloo St, Trangie      		 BP Service Station
      Newell Highway, Tomingley



      Narromine Shire Council is welcoming submissions from residents on these documents. Submissions can be made in writing and sent to Council attention:
      The General Manager, PO Box 115, Narromine NSW 2821

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    • Council News

      Council Notes and Media Releases

       
      Council often provides information in the form of newsletters, Media releases and also as a weekly column in the local newspapers.
       
      Information is also provided here on the website, as well as via social media.
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    • Careers

      Job Opportunities with Narromine Shire Council

      Narromine Shire Council often invites applications to vacancies within it's workforce. With attractive benefits and a variety of employment opportunities working at Council can be a very rewarding career.

      Positions are advertised in the local media as well as available on this website. All current positions vacant are listed on this page.

      Benefits of working for Council are as follows;

      arrowSalary Sacrificing available for items such as cars, laptops (see website)

      arrow Relocation allowance (depending on position available)

      arrow Flexitime / 9 day fortnight

      arrow Family Friendly Workplace

      arrow Corporate Health Fund

      Positions Currently Available

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    • Committees

      Council participates in a number of committees as part of its ongoing committment to the Shire.

      Statutory Committees in which Council is required to participate;

      • Local Emergency Management Committee
      • Narromine Shire Council Conduct Committee
      • Rural Fire Service Liaison Committee
      • Local Traffic Committee
      • Audit & Risk Management Committee
      • General Manager's Performance Review Panel

      A Section 355b Committee is a committee of Council that has been delegated to perform some of Council's functions and enables Council to appoint Community Members to manage facilities or functions. A S255b Committee also gives Council important consultation with the community via its members.
      There are twelve S355b Committees of Council at Narromine Shire.

      • Narromine Australia Day Committee
      • Narromine Showground & Racecourse Advisory Committee
      • Trangie Showground & Racecourse Advisory Committee
      • Saleyards Committee (still to be considered)
      • Tomingley Advancement Association Committee
      • TNT Arts Committee (to be disbanded after one more meeting)
      • Trangie Memorial Hall and Youth Hall Committee
      • Floodplain Management Committee


      Representatives of Council
      Representatives of Council are also on a number of committees as follows;

      • Narromine Health Council
      • Orana Crime Prevention Partnership
      • Regional Arts Board
      • Trangie Action Group
      • Bushfire Management Committee
      • Macquarie Regional Library (4 year appointment)
      • Macquarie Valley Weeds Advisory Committee
      • Narromine Aviation Museum
      • Macquarie Flood Mitigation Zone (MFMZ) Reference Group
      • Central West Catchment Management Authority Local Government Reference Group
      • Tomingley Gold Operations (TGO) Project Community Consultative Committee
      • NSW Association of Mines Related Councils
      • Western Regional Joint Planning Panel
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    • Integrated Planning & Reporting
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      The Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework changes the way the NSW State Government requires Council to report on the business of Council and has introduced more accountability to the Community into the reporting framework.

       

      In particular, mandatory documents now include a ten year Community Strategic Plan, a four (4) year Delivery Program and an annual Operaterational Plan/Budget as well as Resourcing Strategy which includes Long Term Financial Planning, a Workforce Management Plan and Asset Management Plan.

       

      The Community Strategic Plan was first adopted in 2010. It identifies the main priorities and aspirations for the Shire and was reviewed and adopted in June 2012.

       

      The Delivery Program contains the principle activities Council will undertake over the next 4 years to contribute to the achievement of the Community Strategic Plan. The Operational Plan outlines the projects, programs, and activities that Council will undertake within each of the financial years covered in the delivery program.

       

      The Resource Strategy is used to determine whether there are sufficient resources - time, money, assets and people - available to achieve projects, programs and activities. The three components of the Resourcing Strategy deal with 10 year Long Term Financial Plan, a 10 year Asset Management Plan and a 4 year Workforce Management Plan.

       

      Council will report progress in delivering the measures and targets in the Operational Plan, which allows the Community to see the progression of goals outlined in the Delivery Program. The final report for the year is the Annual Report.

       

      Documents relevant to the Integrated and Reporting Framework can be found via the menu on the left, or by mousing over the image.
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      • Superceded Reports

        Annual Reports and Management Plans are now replaced by the new Integrated Planning Framework.

        Documents available to the public under the old system are available for download as superceded documents.

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  • Tourism
    dlg localitymapNarromine Shire is where you come to meet the magnificent plains of the Central West.
    Straight roads, an abundance of native wildlife and beautiful sunsets are all part of our appeal. This area is rich in agriculture and home to the livestock, grains, citrus and cotton industries. Come and stay, and let us treat you to good old-fashioned western hospitality.

    For those travelling along the Newell Highway, take a short-cut with a difference. Simply turn off the highway at Tomingley, or just after Gilgandra and follow the signs to Narromine. You'll enjoy smooth sealed roads and peaceful drives through some beautiful countryside.

    Narromine Shire covers an area of 5,224km2within Central New South Wales and has a population of approx. 6,800.  The Shire comprises of the three urban centres of Narromine (pop. 3,500) with Trangie (pop. 1,000) 35 kms to the West and Tomingley (pop. 50) 35 km to the South.  The remaining 2,250 residents live in the rural area.


    Gateway to the Macquarie Valley
    Whilst visiting Narromine, Newell Highway travellers can take advantage of a time saving shortcut that avoids hills and traffic. Running from Tomingley to Narromine and then back onto the highway at Eumungerie just below Gilgandra this route is gaining in popularity and is commonly known as the Gateway to the Macquarie Valley.

    Aviation
    Narromine has much to offer the tourist with its excellent Aviation Centre featuring a Gliding Club, Aero Club and Aviation Museum. Take a trip in a glider or Tiger Moth, learn to fly or experience our aviation history.

    Accommodation
    With a range of motels, hotels, caravan parks, bed & breakfast as well as a Farmstay there is something to suit every traveller, from camping in swag, experiencing a rural farm to all the comforts of home. Narromine is the perfect place to break your journey for the night or even a few days.

    Attractions
    For the garden enthusiasts there is the famous Swanes Rose Farm, Narromine Iris Farm with its annual display of Iris augmented with daylilies, cannas and geraniums. Equally as picturesque is the Riverside Rotary Park offering tree shaded lawns, enclosed playground, amenities, covered BBQ area and a boat ramp. Our parks also include the Tom Perry Park with life size statue of Glenn McGrath and Dundas Park with enclosed play area, Skate Park and beautiful gardens.

    Download the Narromine Shire Tourist Brochure 2.50 Mb

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  • Corporate & Community Services

    Responsibilities of the Corporate & Community Services Department

    The Corporate & Community Services Department is responsible for incoming and outgoing mail, sale and acquisition of land, leases, legal matters, Council Meetings, Business Papers, Annual Report, Civic Functions, Naturalisations, Libraries and Family Day Care. Privacy issues and access to Council information are also dealt with along with Local Government Week and Fish Release into the Macquarie River.

    Corporate & Community Services Include; 
    • Annual Report
    • Family Day Care
    • Property Management
    • Records Management
    • Legal Matters
    • Council Meetings
    • Civic Functions
    • Naturalisations
    • Council Secretariat
    • Public Officer
    • Public Relations
    • Land Management Plans
    • Crown Reserves
    • Public Disclosure
    • Libraries
    • Privacy Matters
    • Board of Control
    • Local History Room
    • Economic Development
    • Sky Park
    • Events
    • Grants
    • Tourism
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  • Engineering

    Responsibilities of the Engineering Services Department

    The Engineering Services Department is responsible for maintenance and improvement works providing the management and administrative for the functional areas of Councils Engineering Services comprising of; rural roads, town streets, stormwater drainage, culverts asset management, water/sewerage, plant, depot, parks, sporting and recreational facilities, technical support, saleyards and noxious weeds.
    To efficiently and effectively manage the capital, labour, plant and materials resources made available to the Department, There are FOUR operational divisions to maximise their delivery of engineering services to the community in accordance with Council's Management Plan
    • Asset Management
    • Design Services
    • Environmental Engineering
    • GIS/Mapping
    • Stormwater Management
    • Road and Traffic Safety
    • Water and Sewerage Services
    • Depot, Store & Workshop Operations
    • Plant/Fleet Management
    • Airports
    • Parks and Gardens
    • Road Construction and Maintenance
    • Noxious Weeds
    • Bushfire Control
    • Drainage Construction & Maintenance
    • Emergency Response Management
    • Gravel Pit Management
    • Roadside Vegetation Management
    • Tenders & Quotations
    • Sale Yards
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  • Finance & Corporate Strategy

    Responsibilities of the Finance & Corporate Strategy Department

    The Finance and Strategy Department is responsible for the Financial Practices of Council including preparation of Financial Statements, Budget Reviews, Rating, Accounts Receivable/Payable, Payroll and the Management Plan. In addition, we maintain Council's Information Technology network and customer service.

    Finance & Corporate Strategy functions include:
    • Financial Management
    • Information Technology
    • Integrated Planning & Reporting
    • Long Term Financial Plans
    • Customer Service
    • Cemetery Records
    • Rating & Valuations
    • Water & Sewer Charges
    • Payroll
    • Creditors
    • Debtors
    • Investments
    • Debt Recovery
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    • Tenders

      Council's purchasing functions are governed by legislation and stipulates the processes Council must follow in order to aquire goods and services. Depending on the level of cost involoved this involves calling for tenders or quotes from the appropriate suppliers.

      This process is aimed at providing suppliers with an opportunity to quote on any possible supply activity. For more information on Council purchasing please refer to the Ordering of Services, Goods or Materials or Engaging Consultants as well as the Department of Local Government Circular.

      Tenders currently being called for will be advertised in the paper, through our website, Local Government Procurement and if necessary other procurement channels.

       

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  • Planning & Environmental Services

    Planning & Environmental Services Department

    The Planning & Environmental Services Department oversees the land use planning, development and building control, environmental and public health responsibilities for the Narromine Shire.

    The functions of the Planning, Building & Health Department include:

    Development

    Health & Environment
    Building & Development Control
    • Caravan Parks
    • Town Planning
    • Theatres & Public Halls
    • Council Building Maintenance
    		 Public/Environmental Health
    Animal Control
    Pollution Control
    • Food Premises Inspection
    • Water Sampling
    • Places of Public Entertainment


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    • Ranger Services

      The Ranger Service operates within Council’s Environmental Services Section and is one of the regulatory functions of Council. Ranger Services is responsible for the following:

      Council’s Ranger can be contacted on 6889 9956 or 0417 413 176.

      Please contact Council’s Manager Environmental Services on 6889 9950 for further information.

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    • Development

      Narromine Shire Council controls all building and development within the Shire and is responsible for ensuring that developments and buildings improve the appearance of our Shire as well as adhering to the current building and development standards.

      The information provided on this website is intended to provide an overview on Council's role in planning and development of the local area and the services and assistance available to you.

      Need help?

      Contact Council's Planning and Environmental Services Department on 6889 9950.

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    • Waste Management

      Council operates two (2) Waste Management Facilities (Narromine and Trangie) and one (1) Waste Transfer Station (Tomingley) within the Narromine Local Government Area (LGA).

      A 240L MGB (Mobile Garbage Bin) service is provided on a weekly basis for waste and fortnightly for recycling respectively. These services are provided in Narromine and Trangie with Tomingley serviced by recycling only for premises located in the following zones:

      R1, R5, RU5, IN1, and B2

      Council offers a number of recycling options at the Waste Management Facilities and Waste Transfer Station. Click here to see what options are available.

      Council cannot accept certain waste. Please click here to find out what waste cannot be accept by Council.

      To view the Environment Pollution License for the Narromine Waste Depot monitoring results click here.

      To view the Pollution Incident Response Management Plan for the Narromine Waste Facility please click here.

      Please contact Council’s Manager Environmental Services on 6889 9950 for further information.

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  • Councillors

    Narromine Shire Council's Councillors were elected at the local government general elections held on in September 2008. Councillors have been elected for a four year period being 2008-2012 with the next general election scheduled for the second Saturday in September 2012.
    At the Extraordinary Meeting of Council held in September 2010, Councillor Bill McAnally was elected Mayor and Councillor Bob Barnett elected Deputy Mayor. The next mayoral election will be conducted in September 2011.

    Councillor contact and committee details are listed below.

     

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