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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION 2023 - Election Notice
Posted 21 September 2023 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION 2023 - Election Notice

The Shire of York is holding an election by postal vote on Saturday, 21 October 2023 to fill four (4) Councillor vacancies.

Minor Review of Strategic Community Plan & Corporate Business Plan
Posted 18 September 2023 Minor Review of Strategic Community Plan & Corporate Business Plan

In June 2023, the Shire of York undertook a minor review of its Strategic Community Plan 2020-2030 and Corporate Business Plan 2020-2024, in line with the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries’ Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework and Guidelines. The draft updated Strategic Community Plan and Corporate Business Plan are now complete and ready for public consultation, ahead of finalisation.

Airborne Geophysical Survey – Sep to Oct
Posted 12 September 2023 Airborne Geophysical Survey – Sep to Oct

Chalice Mining will be undertaking an Airborne Geophysical Survey over granted exploration licences, commencing mid September 2023.  Areas to be surveyed include land in the east of the Shire of York.  

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION 2023 - Candidate Profiles
Posted 08 September 2023 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION 2023 - Candidate Profiles

KERBSIDE COLLECTION
Posted 07 September 2023 KERBSIDE COLLECTION

East Side of the River - Monday 4 September to Friday 15 September 2023 West Side of the River – Monday 18 September to Friday 29 September 2023

CONTROLLED GREEN WASTE BURN - York Waster Transfer Station
Posted 31 August 2023 CONTROLLED GREEN WASTE BURN - York Waster Transfer Station

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ORDINARY ELECTION - CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Posted 29 August 2023 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ORDINARY ELECTION - CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

An Ordinary Postal Election will be held on Saturday, 21 October 2023 in the Shire of York to fill the following vacancies:

Candidate Information Session - Are You Interested in Running for Council?
Posted 24 August 2023 Candidate Information Session - Are You Interested in Running for Council?

Local Government Elections will be held on Saturday 21 October 2023, with four (4) positions on Council to be filled. In conjunction with the Returning Officer, Ms Sarah Fitzsimmons, the Shire of York is hosting a Candidate Information Session for anyone wanting to understand the commitments of a Shire Councillor.

Shire Update on York Community Resource Centre
Posted 24 August 2023 Shire Update on York Community Resource Centre

As you may know, the CRC was placed into voluntary administration by their Committee on 19 July 2023. KPMG was then appointed as the Administrator. Since KPMG were appointed, the Shire of York has been exploring options for the future operations of the CRC.

Notice from KPMG, Administrators of the York Community Resource Centre
Posted 24 August 2023 Notice from KPMG, Administrators of the York Community Resource Centre

Please refer to the attached Notice shared on behalf of KPMG. All queries should be directed to KPMG as specified in the Notice.

Local Government Ordinary Election 2023 - CLOSE OF ENROLMENTS
Posted 09 August 2023 Local Government Ordinary Election 2023 - CLOSE OF ENROLMENTS

You may be eligible to be enrolled to vote in the local government elections on 21 October 2023 if you live in or are an owner or occupier of rateable property in the Shire of York.

Notice of Special Council Meeting
Posted 02 August 2023 Notice of Special Council Meeting

A Special Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday 29 August 2023 in the Council Chambers for the purpose of adopting the 2023/24 Annual Budget.

Expressions of Interest - External Membership to Audit & Risk Committee
Posted 01 August 2023 Expressions of Interest - External Membership to Audit & Risk Committee

Expressions of Interest (EOI) are sought from suitably qualified individuals to be appointed as an external member to Council’s Audit and Risk Committee (the Committee).

VISITORS CENTRE CLOSED WEDNESDAY 2 AUGUST
Posted 31 July 2023 VISITORS CENTRE CLOSED WEDNESDAY 2 AUGUST

Due to staff training the York Visitors centre will be closed on Wednesday 2 August.

COMMUNITY CONSULTATION FOR UPGRADE TO YORK SWIMMING POOL
Posted 21 July 2023 COMMUNITY CONSULTATION FOR UPGRADE TO YORK SWIMMING POOL

Everyone is invited to a community workshop that will inform the development of the Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study for a new aquatic facility in York.

CONTAINERS FOR CHANGE - NOTICE OF PLANNED CHANGES TO ACCESS
Posted 19 July 2023 CONTAINERS FOR CHANGE - NOTICE OF PLANNED CHANGES TO ACCESS

Access to Containers for Change York will change towards the end of August 2023.

DEVELOPMENT OF CONCEPT PLAN FOR HOME HARDWARE (MACARTNEY STREET) SITE
Posted 19 July 2023 DEVELOPMENT OF CONCEPT PLAN FOR HOME HARDWARE (MACARTNEY STREET) SITE

The Shire has appointed the Town Team Movement to lead the management of short term installations, community engagement and co-design to develop a Concept Plan for future use of the site which captures the vision of the local community.

Notice Pursuant to Schedule 6.3 of the Local Government Act 1995
Posted 19 July 2023 Notice Pursuant to Schedule 6.3 of the Local Government Act 1995

Requiring Payment of Outstanding Rates or Service Charges

PROPOSED LOCAL PLANNING POLICIES FOR FORMAL ADOPTION UNDER THE SHIRE OF
Posted 04 July 2023 PROPOSED LOCAL PLANNING POLICIES FOR FORMAL ADOPTION UNDER THE SHIRE OF YORK LOCAL PLANNING SCHEME NO.3

SHIRE OF YORK DRAFT LOCAL PLANNING STRATEGY AMENDMENT 1
Posted 03 July 2023 SHIRE OF YORK DRAFT LOCAL PLANNING STRATEGY AMENDMENT 1

EXPERIENCE YORK APP LAUNCHES
Posted 22 June 2023 EXPERIENCE YORK APP LAUNCHES

The Shire of York has unveiled the Experience York App, a new mobile application that showcases York creating an engaging and intuitive way for visitors to research, plan, and experience their visit.

2023 MINOR REVIEW – STRATEGIC COMMUNITY PLAN
Posted 12 June 2023 2023 MINOR REVIEW – STRATEGIC COMMUNITY PLAN

The Shire is undertaking a minor review of the SCP. We want your feedback to find out if we’re still on the right track.

PURPLE ROAD ON DISPLAY IN YORK
Posted 12 June 2023 PURPLE ROAD ON DISPLAY IN YORK

To help mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Shire of York is pleased to be supporting the York Country Women’s Association (CWA) by displaying the Purple Road project – a community art initiative aiming to raise awareness and education around the serious issue of elder abuse.  

MOSAIC BURNING PROGRAM BEGINS
Posted 31 May 2023 MOSAIC BURNING PROGRAM BEGINS

The Shire of York’s Traditional Aboriginal Mosaic Burning Programme started in May with the first DFES training session on Bushfire Safety Awareness, held in the Lesser Hall.

EPA RECOMMENDS GREAT SOUTHERN LANDFILL PROPOSAL
Posted 24 May 2023 EPA RECOMMENDS GREAT SOUTHERN LANDFILL PROPOSAL

Appeals against decisions or recommendations of the EPA should be lodged with the Minister for Environment through the Office of the Appeals Convenor.

YORKids 2023 – A WINTER ADVENTURE  PROGRAM ANNOUNCED!!
Posted 17 May 2023 YORKids 2023 – A WINTER ADVENTURE PROGRAM ANNOUNCED!!

Presenting 17 different acts and activities, the YORKids 2023 program promises two fun filled days guaranteed to entertain and excite kids of all ages with a wide variety of free, interactive and engaging escapades.

AVON TERRACE CULVERT WORKS - SECOND STAGE ROAD CLOSURE   
Posted 16 May 2023 AVON TERRACE CULVERT WORKS - SECOND STAGE ROAD CLOSURE  

Avon Terrace will be closed next week to undertake the second stage of works to repair the collapsed culvert.

Notice of 2021/22 Annual Report and Annual Electors Meeting   
Posted 09 May 2023 Notice of 2021/22 Annual Report and Annual Electors Meeting  

The Annual Electors Meeting will be held on Tuesday 23 May 2023 at 6.00pm in the Lesser Hall, York Town Hall, York  

Findings of the Audit Management Report for the 2021/22 financial year.
Posted 04 May 2023 Findings of the Audit Management Report for the 2021/22 financial year.

The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) has conducted its Audit for the Shire of York for the 2021/22 financial year.  A number of Significant Audit Findings were made.

Shire Update May Issue
Posted 01 May 2023 Shire Update May Issue

This month's update page from our local Community Matters newspaper.

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