News 2020
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Free family fun day to connect residents
If you’re looking for family fun this summer, Singleton Council has teamed up with Belgravia Leisure to host a morning of fun-filled activities that will surely impress the whole gang on Saturday 16 January.
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Christmas/ New Year Operational Hours
Christmas/New Year Operational Hours
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First Mattress Muster makes for soft landing
First Singleton Mattress Muster makes for soft landing on clean out costs and the environment
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New year to ring in the start of construction
New year to ring in the start of construction of new $4.08 million Singleton Arts and Culture Centre
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Sustainability given away
Singleton families are being encouraged to get their hands dirty in the garden with free initiatives to promote environmental sustainability including access to the Get Grubby for Families online program featuring dirtgirl and Costa.
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Community celebrates the success of Resources
Community celebrates the success of Resources for Regions in delivering $4,571,283 in projects and optimism for the future
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Singleton leads the way with SWELL initiatives for staff development and wellbeing
Innovative programs targeting staff wellness and wellbeing, as well as fostering a culture of collective leadership have seen Singleton Council recognised with Excellence Awards at the Australian HR Awards.
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Spirit of Christmas takes over Singleton
The magic of Christmas is taking on extra significance this year with a sleigh of initiatives to bring the Singleton community together to spread plenty of festive cheer, support each other and the economy.
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Author reflects on Hunter's colonial heritage
In a bicentennial year hampered by the global pandemic, the Back to Singleton 2020 program will culminate with an author talk by respected public historian and Singleton son Mark Dunn on his latest book, Convict Valley: The bloody struggle on Australia’s early frontier.
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$4.5M for Singleton under Resources for Regions
Mayor of Singleton, Cr Sue Moore said she was ecstatic with today’s announcement by the NSW Government that a total of $4,571,283 is coming to the community from the revamped Resources for Region program.
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Council assistance available for property owners
Under the provisions available to the Mayor in the Local Government Act (1993), Council is extending assistance to property owners in the clean up from an intense storm event.
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Six additions to Singleton Hall of Fame
Six more inductions have been made to the Wambo Coal Singleton Hall of Fame, with a special COVID-safe event at Singleton Civic Centre this afternoon.
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Virtual Mayoral Christmas Tree
With the countdown starting to Christmas, Mayor of Singleton, Cr Sue Moore has used a Mayoral Minute at last night’s ordinary Council meeting to launch a virtual Mayoral Christmas Tree for the 2020 festive season.
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Free workshop helps learner driver supervisors
A free workshop aimed at putting young people on the road to success will be held for the parents and supervisors of learner drivers this month with practical advice to help make their charges safer drivers.
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Singleton gets active
Whether it’s hitting the pool or hitting the gym, the Singleton & District Disability Advisory Committee is encouraging people of all abilities to be actively involved in International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) on 3 December 2020.
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First stage of works for Kelso Street
After decades of discussions and strong community demands for action to address road and drainage issues on Singleton’s Kelso Street, a $1.5 million project is set to get underway in the first of a three-phase approach to address the issue.
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There’s a magazine for everyone in Singleton Library’s expanded online collection
Celebrity gossip has stepped up a gear with an explosion in Singleton Library’s online magazine offering from 150 titles to 3,603 from around the world.
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Events light up Singleton gateway
Signs that COVID-19 restrictions are being eased to allow the return of regional events from next year are being taken literally in Singleton with a new variable message board to help organisers spread the word about upcoming events. Singleton Council has joined forces with Hunter Valley Operations and Austindo Consulting Services to fund the sign, which has been strategically positioned in Townhead Park on the New England Highway to take advantage of the 26,000 vehicles that pass by each day
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Singleton spins as cycling destination
The rural roads of Singleton will again be overcome with lycra this weekend as Cycling NSW pedals back to Glendon for the 2020 Time Trial Road Championships and Hunter Valley Chrono.
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Singleton’s outstanding citizens to be recognised
The search is on for Singleton’s most outstanding residents with nominations now open for the 2021 Citizen of the Year and Young Achiever of the Year to be announced via livestream on 26 January 2021.
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Council offers scholarships for kids
Council offers scholarships to get Singleton kids back into sport after coronavirus
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Spring into your cleanout
Spring into your cleanout with bulk waste collection returning to Singleton suburbs in November
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Small business month festival 2020
Small Business Month Festival provides springboard for business success in Singleton
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Cyclists pedal a wave of positivity into Singleton
The relaxation of some COVID-19 restrictions around sport and interregional travel will see Cycling NSW pedal back to Singleton this month with events at Glendon and Broke.
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Jerrys Plains comes under the spotlight in VPA
Almost $4 million in funding will benefit the community under three separate proposed Voluntary Planning Agreements (VPAs) between Singleton Council and local mining operations that are currently on public exhibition.
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No standing necessary with new seat
After numerous requests from the community, people waiting for public transport can now sit down outside the Aldi store at Singleton with the installation of a new seat.
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Young people encouraged to become safer drivers
With a new chairperson at the helm, Singleton’s Community Drug Action Team (CDAT) is launching into a new phase to support young people on the road with 10 sponsored positions in a Safer Driver Course available for learner drivers in the Singleton local government area.
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Local sporting organisations set to benefit
Local sporting organisations set to benefit from more than $68,500 with applications now open for Singleton Sports Council grant
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Singleton businesses encouraged to apply
Singleton businesses encouraged to support local with more preloaded Spend in Singleton giftcards on offer
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Singleton Council re-elects deputy mayor
Singleton Council re-elects deputy mayor for extended term
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Mayor demands better than “second-best” Singleton
Mayor of Singleton, Cr Sue Moore says she will refuse to settle for a second-best bypass of the New England Highway for Singleton, citing critical issues including the single lane design and access to the Town Centre.
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Townhead Park precinct reimagined
Townhead Park precinct reimagined as a cultural destination with new Arts and Culture Centre coming soon
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Improved visitor experience at Lake St Clair
Improved visitor experience at Lake St Clair as Belgravia Pro celebrates one-year milestone
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Nominations sought for Hall of Fame
Nominations sought for this year’s Wambo Coal Singleton Hall of Fame
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Residents encouraged to keep water usage down
Residents encouraged to keep water usage down as temperatures go up this summer
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Glencore grant delivers mobile fun and education
Glencore grant delivers mobile fun and education to outlying communities
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Federal budget Singleton bypass funding
Singleton bypass Federal budget funding announcement 2020
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Vale Neil McNamara
Vale Neil McNamara
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Support local this Father's Day
Show Dad and local businesses you care this Father’s Day
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Skaters roll up to new Broke Skate Park
Following extensive community input, including from local schoolchildren, the much longed-for Broke Skate Park is now officially a reality.
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Singleton businesses encouraged to support local
Singleton businesses are being encouraged to support other local businesses under round two of a funding program designed to inject $100,000 directly into the Singleton economy via preloaded Spend in Singleton gift cards.
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Ratepayers encouraged to apply for rebate
With rates notices hitting mailboxes across the local government area, Singleton Council is encouraging all eligible ratepayers to take advantage of a rebate to cover the 2.6 per cent increase in rates and charges between 2019/2020 and 2020/2021.
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$7million town centre upgrade underway
Construction of the $7 million Singleton Town Centre Upgrade – Stage 2 is officially underway, after the Member for Upper Hunter Michael Johnsen MP and Mayor of Singleton, Cr Sue Moore led a sod-turning ceremony today to mark the start of works.
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Resources for Regions community input
Community input vital as Singleton Council moves to make applications to revised Resources for Regions program
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Jerrys Plains a priority for VPA funding
Jerrys Plains highlighted as a priority for funding opportunities to deliver on community’s wishes for action
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Virtual sessions for local businesses
Virtual information sessions to assist local businesses in how to take advantage of Singleton Council-led COVID-19 support programs
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New Animal Management Facility breaks ground
Singleton’s new state-of-the-art animal management facility breaks ground
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Businesses encouraged to spend in Singleton
Singleton businesses encouraged to support each other under $100,000 local spending program by Singleton Council
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Deputy Premier makes dreams come true
Deputy Premier makes Singleton’s Resources for Regions wish come true
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Applications open for relief and rebuild funds
About 69 per cent of Singleton households have reduced their spending as a result of COVID-19 and 62 per cent have postponed major purchases such as a house or car, a Singleton Council survey of households shows.
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Singleton Council and BHP unite in grants program
Singleton Council and BHP unite in $300,000 grants program to assist community groups and businesses in COVID-19 recovery
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Recategorisation of Crown land at Burdekin
Proposed recategorisation of Crown land prompts public hearing for Burdekin Park Draft Plan of Management (2020)
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Museum unveils $691,000 upgrade
After a much longed-for upgrade, the Singleton Museum will be open tomorrow to unveil a new look including a new exposed steel truss roof to help preserve its historical collection – which includes a marble bust of first Mayor Alexander Munro – for generations to come.
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Singleton unites online to mark event
The theme for this year’s National Reconciliation Week is ‘In This Together’, which appropriately represents much more than the role everyone plays on the journey to reconciliation.
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Singleton names Honorary Freeman of the Shire
Former mayor of Singleton and current serving councillor John Martin OAM has tonight become just the fifth person ever to be named an Honorary Freeman of the Shire.
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Wave of recommendations under support package
Singleton Council will consider a number of reports to continue its commitment to $1.8 million in measures to support the community in COVID-19 at its virtual meeting on Monday, including rent reductions on Council-owned buildings and a revised Hardship Policy to facilitate a rates and charges rebate scheme.
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Singleton landmarks to shine blue
From Wembley Stadium and Windsor Castle to the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, Singleton will this week join a growing list of global landmarks turning blue in a demonstration of appreciation for front line health care workers.
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Singleton Council set to unveil new facilities
Community facilities – including two new playgrounds – will be ready for play, ready for action and ready to go when the green light comes for an easing of restrictions in response to COVID-19, Singleton Council General Manager Jason Linnane has promised.
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Locals encouraged to help inform community needs
Residents and businesses encouraged to help inform community needs in Council’s response to COVID-19
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Virtual meeting sets platform for real engagement
With social distancing prohibiting community gatherings, Singleton Council is inviting the community to discuss the draft 2020-2021 Operational Plan at an online meeting on Wednesday 13 May 2020.
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Fun and learning return to rural halls with free
Free childcare will be available to rural families when the Singleton Mobile Preschool returns to Broke Community Hall and Mt Olive Public Hall from next week.
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Rates, fees and charges support measures
As the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to deepen, Singleton Council is proposing to lessen the load with a suite of measures to support the community around rates, fees and charges.
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$1.8 million in support for the community pivotal
A rebate to cover any increase in rates for residential, business and farmland property owners impacted by COVID-19 will be part of a suite of documents relating to Singleton Council’s draft revenue policies and Operational Plan for 2020-21 to be publicly exhibited following its first online Ordinary meeting last night.
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Library bands together with hospital
Staff at Singleton Public Library have answered the call from local doctors, harnessing cutting-edge printing technology to create bands to help make wearing face masks more comfortable for healthcare workers in the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Future of Singleton shaped in new plan
As well as offering the combination of city conveniences and a rural heartbeat with character-filled villages, Singleton is poised to be a leader in sustainability, post-mining land use and a diverse tourism centre with vibrant cultural spaces celebrating art, sport and culture according to the draft Singleton Local Strategic Planning Statement 2040 (LSPS), now on public exhibition.
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Council closures reinforces health advice
Following on from the Prime Minister’s announcement last night of further closures of non-essential businesses, all Singleton Council facilities will be closed from midnight tonight.
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Community Economic Development Fund pays dividends
Community Economic Development Fund pays dividends to help address economic and social impacts of COVID-19 in Singleton. A $475,000 assistance package is being developed by Singleton Council to support local businesses and the community deal with the impacts of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.
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Council takes action to protect the community
With heightened health warnings surrounding the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), Singleton Council is making decisions to ensure the health and wellbeing of staff and community members.
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Playtime reaches new heights at Bulga
Play time will be elevated to a new level at the Bulga Recreational Ground next week, with a new playground set to be unveiled at a public opening on Thursday afternoon. The $150,000 upgrades include a shade sail, all-new modular play unit, outdoor gym equipment and seating.
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Community representatives encouraged to get active
Residents are being scouted to go into bat for sport across the local government area, with seats open for community representatives on the Singleton Sports Council bench.
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Drive program a success on and off the road
A life-changing program that puts young people from Singleton in the driver’s seat has been recognised as industry leading at the Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s Community Drug Action Team awards in Sydney overnight.
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Singleton’s outstanding citizens honoured
A long-standing stalwart of the community who has raised more than $60,000 for Singleton youth, and a teenager known as “Superfish” who is setting records and inspiring athletes of all abilities have been honoured at today’s Australia Day celebrations in Singleton.
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Weekend of festivities to commemorate 200 years
It’s a commemoration 200 years in the making, and Mayor of Singleton Cr Sue Moore is encouraging everyone to be part of Singleton’s bicentennial this weekend.
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Council fires up bushfire recovery efforts
The Singleton local government area is set to benefit from a $1.225million funding boost, with Council to roll out locally-led community and economic recovery initiatives in the wake of the bushfires.
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Singleton to move to level 2 water restrictions
With recent rainfall doing little to improve water levels at Glennies Creek Dam, Singleton Council has tonight resolved to move to Level 2 (moderate) water restrictions.
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Recovery sessions for bushfire-affected residents
Singleton Council is hosting two Community Recovery Drop-In sessions to help bushfire-affected residents access the range of assistance available to them. Drop-in sessions will take place at Putty Hall on Saturday 15 February from 11am to 3pm and Bulga Hall on Tuesday 18 February from 2pm to 6pm.
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Singleton boil water alert
Singleton boil water alert
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Bushfire impact on tourism businesses
The Singleton LGA has experienced significant bushfires since November 2019, with particular impacts for properties in Putty, Howe’s Valley, Milbrodale, Bulga and Broke.
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Valentine’s Day celebrates Library Lovers
Singleton Library may not be the most obvious venue to spend a romantic afternoon, but that’s all about to change with the Singleton community invited to rekindle their library love affair this Valentine’s Day.
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Something for everyone as age proves no barrier
From a high tea with all the trimmings to getting crafty, Singleton is the place to celebrate the 2020 NSW Seniors Festival with something for everyone on Wednesday 19 February.
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Twilight to provide x-factor for Australia Day
The countdown is on to the Australia Day long weekend and everyone is invited to start the celebrations with X-Factor finalists Audio Vixen, who will headline a free concert at the Singleton Civic Centre as part of Twilight on 25 January.
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Tickets on sale for Singleton’s night of nights
With commemorations honouring the bicentenary of the Singleton area set to kick off next month, residents and guests are invited to the Singleton Soiree event to be held on 14 March at the Singleton Civic Centre as tickets go on sale from today.
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New playground and amenities for Townhead Park
Play time is set to return to Townhead Park in 2020 with construction of stage one of the Townhead Park Masterplan to begin next week.
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History-making general manager returns
It will be full circle when John Flannery PSM joins Singleton’s Australia Day celebrations as the official 2020 Australia Day guest on 26 January.
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New passenger rail services for Singleton
With more passenger rail services to begin on Sunday between Singleton and the Newcastle Interchange, Mayor of Singleton, Cr Sue Moore is encouraging commuters at both ends to get on board and take advantage of more options to travel from one end of the Lower Hunter to the other.
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