Tag: Kempsey Shire Council
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AGRICULTURE A PRIORITY FOR COUNCIL
Strengthening the Macleay Valley’s agricultural industry is listed as one of Kempsey Shire Council’s priorities according to its draft operational plan. On public exhibition until Thursday, the plan is aimed at strengthening the local economy.
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NEW LOOK FOR KEMPSEY’S SMITH STREET
If you’ve driven along Kempsey’s Smith Street recently, you will have noticed some big changes. Stage one of the $3.1-million upgrade is almost complete, and locals are praising the new look.
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RAIN WASHES AWAY WATER RESTRICTIONS FOR THE MACLEAY VALLEY
The Macleay Valley won’t require water restrictions over the summer, thanks to recent heavy rainfall. Council says it had already started planning for tighter rules around water use.
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SMITH STREET UPGRADE A STEP CLOSER
The long-awaited upgrade to Kempsey’s Smith Street is one step closer, with council calling for tenders for the $3-million streetscape project. The work will see new paving, landscaping and street furniture done on the busy street. The project is part of council’s strategy to boost the economy following the Pacific Highway Bypass. Tenders close on January…
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COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT A CONCERN FOR CRESCENT HEAD LOCALS
A proposal to turn a Crescent Head car park into a hotel has been met with strong opposition from the community. Residents say the development would be “detrimental” to the coastal town.
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SMITH STREET UPGRADE IS ONE STEP CLOSER
The upgrade of Kempsey’s Smith Street is a step closer, with the design concept finalised by council. The $3-million street project is part of council’s strategy to boost the economy following the Pacific Highway Bypass. The design plans will incorporate a ‘country garden feel’ and include gazebo areas, trees and a children’s play area. Council…
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LIFT OFF FOR KEMPSEY AIRPORT UPGRADE
Kempsey Shire Council has awarded a $1.6-million tender to a Coopernook company for the upgrade of Kempsey Airport. Works include improving infrastructure and extending the tarmac.
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FACELIFT FOR FREDDO HALL
After 110-years the Frederickton School of Arts Hall will receive a facelift, thanks to funding from the Kempsey Shire Council. More commonly known as the Freddo Hall, the Macleay Street building has been used for concerts, community fundraisers and events. The $80,000 upgrade will include new weatherboards and window sills, and is expected to be…
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WATER RESTRICTIONS FOR MACLEAY VALLEY
Despite water restrictions being lifted in April, Macleay Valley residents could be back on restrictions by as early as next week. The decision comes after two months of little rainfall across the region.