Borough Life - March 2016

Borough Life Antrim and Newtownabbey Residents’ Magazine ISSUE 2 March 2016

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Easter activities

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Spring strolls

Green light for Circuit of Ireland Rally

Light Up Events The Queen’s Birthday Celebrations

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What’s on at the Theatres Garden show

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Planning our place Great news for residents and businesses

10 Boost your broadband!

11 Active Life Council 15 The goes digital opportunity 16 Your to GROW New Peace IV funding

17 Unlock your potential 18 Burglars beware you know who 19 Do to report anti-social behaviour to?

20 Your Councillors 22 Help reduce landfill!

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23 24 Have your say survey Dates to remember

Mayor’s message Welcome to ‘Borough Life’, your magazine providing updates on the work of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council.

To keep you up to date more regularly, Borough Life will now be issued six times per year and will include ‘Active Life’, your healthy lifestyle magazine.

The Council is committed to listening to its ratepayers and each publication will feature a survey on different topics so that you can have your say on what matters to you. Please take the time to participate, these consultations will help shape the way forward for many of our services and help us to measure our performance. You will also be able to read about our survey results in future issues.

It has been a busy start to what promises to be an exciting year with lots to do over the Easter period including the Circuit of Ireland Rally in March and Garden Show Ireland returning to Antrim Castle Gardens in May. Antrim is host to this year’s Armed Forces Day in June and the programme of events continues with the Decade of Anniversaries.

With over 1,000 community engagements so far, I am thoroughly enjoying my year as Mayor. To keep everyone up to date, I have started a weekly blog available on the Council’s website. I would like to thank all those who have welcomed me during my year so far.

Councillor Thomas Hogg Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey If you have any comments on the magazine please contact: Communication and PR, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, Antrim Civic Centre, 50 Stiles Way, Antrim, BT41 2UB. T 028 9034 0046/0217 E comms@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk

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Easter activities Easter Inferno An exciting sport and physical activity programme for boys and girls age 4-14 including golf, archery, gymnastics, football and athletics.

ANTRIM FORUM Tue 29, Wed 30 & Thur 31 March T. 028 9446 4131 CRUMLIN LEISURE CENTRE Wed 30 & Thur 31 March Age 4-7: 9.30am-12pm or 1-3.30pm Age 8-14: 1-3.30pm T. 028 9445 2733

Sport Relief Mile Walk, jog or run the 1,3 or 6 mile routes while enjoying some of the Borough scenic countryside and raising vital funds.

V36 AT THE VALLEY Sun 20 March, 9.30am ANTRIM LOUGH SHORE PARK Sun 20 March, 1.30pm To register log on to www.sportrelief.com

Swimming Crash Course Introduce your child to swimming in time for the summer holidays with our five day crash course, 30 minute classes. Age 5+.

ANTRIM FORUM Mon 28 March-Fri 1 April T. 028 9446 4131 E. forum.reception@ antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk

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IFA Football Camps Open to boys and girls age 5-13, these camps provide an opportunity to learn new skills and meet new football friends.

ANTRIM FORUM Wed 30 March-Fri 1 April, 10am-1pm V36 AT THE VALLEY Wed 30 March-Fri 1 April, 10am-1pm To book log on to www. irishfaholidaycamps.com

Easter Parties Activities include soft play, arts & crafts, face painting and lots more. Booking essential.

VALLEY LEISURE CENTRE Thur 24 March, 1.30-4pm T. 028 9086 1211 E. gayle.millar@ antrimand newtownabbey. gov.uk ANTRIM FORUM Sat 26 March, 1.30-4pm T. 028 9446 4131 E. forum.reception@ antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk

Easter Star Track Camp Learn to run, jump and throw with this 1 day athletics coaching programme.

Age: 8-14 ANTRIM STADIUM Thur 31 March, 10am-2pm To book log on to www.athleticsni.org or T. 028 9060 2707

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Neillsbrook Strikers Easter Camp Learn the fundamentals of football while having fun with friends. Open to boys and girls age 5-12.

NEILLSBROOK COMMUNITY CENTRE Thur 31 March & Fri 1 April, 9.30am-12pm T. 028 9447 2595

Workshops Bird Identification Do you know your swallows from your sparrows?

Join our free workshops to learn about the birds that visit your garden.

MUSEUM AT THE MILL Tue 22 March, 7-9pm Sat 26 March, 10am-2pm T. 028 9034 0129

Dance & Drama THEATRE AT THE MILL Mon 28 March-Fri 1 April, 10am-5pm Performance Fri 1 April, 6pm If your kids have a passion for dance, drama and singing, then sign them up for Theatre at The Mill’s Home Spun Youth Theatre School this Easter, offering young people the chance to perform in this new adaptation of the smash hit Broadway Musical Oklahoma, in a professional theatre with costumes staging and lights.

Spaces are limited in this sought after musical theatre experience, early booking is advised.

Price: £120 Age: 8-16 T. 028 9034 0202

Come join us!

Ev’rybody wants to be a cat this Easter COURTYARD THEATRE Mon 28 March-Fri 1 April 10am-4.30pm Performance Sat 2 April, 12pm Directors at Guildford School of Acting, Sean and Anna, return with their talented workshop, perfect for boys and girls. This feline musical theatre adventure for little ones has been designed so that they too can take part in a fun and structured theatre school environment.

Find out just what a cat is to do when kidnapped and abandoned to the Parisian countryside. Join Thomas O’Malley and his rag-tag bunch of Alley Cats as they race to the rescue.

This comic filled musical adventure includes the Disney favourites: The Aristocrats, Scales and Arpeggios and Ev’rybody Wants to Be a Cat. Don’t You?

Green light for Circuit of Ireland Rally Calling all motoring enthusiasts! The lights turn green as we welcome a stage of the 2016 Circuit of Ireland Rally to the Borough.

The stunning surroundings of Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House will be the venue for the ceremonial start of the Qualifying Stage taking place throughout the picturesque countryside of Tardree.

Kicking off on the morning of Thursday 7 April, the Qualifying Stage will encompass a closed road, free practice session with cars departing from Antrim’s Lough Shore Park and traveling on roads in the Tardree area. The cars will then regroup at Antrim Castle Gardens for the ceremonial start, where they will leave at 1 minute intervals from 12.30pm onwards to undertake competitive rural roads at Tardree before returning to the official Service Park at King’s Hall in Belfast.

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Thomas Hogg is delighted that the Borough has been

selected to host part of this exhilarating event; “This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the outstanding facilities and services that are available within our Borough. I know the organisers have a history of selecting venues of international importance for the rally start so I have no doubt that the global visitors will be impressed with the majestic setting of Antrim Castle Gardens. I look forward to welcoming the competitors and their teams to the Borough and wish them and the organisers every success for a safe and enjoyable event.”

So come along to ANTRIM CASTLE GARDENS on Thursday 7 April, meet the drivers and enjoy some family entertainment as the cars rev up for the start of this exciting 2 days of racing!

The main stages of the event will take place at various stages throughout Northern Ireland on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 April.

For up-to-date information visit www.circuitofireland. net www.facebook.com/ circuitofireland or @CircuitIreland

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Price: £120 (includes 3 free tickets for the performance) Age: 5-10 T. 028 9034 0202

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Spring strolls Put a spring in your step and enjoy a stroll along some of the beautiful family walks available in the Borough.

The award winning Antrim Castle Gardens has lots to explore and if you cross the Deer Park Bridge and walk along the Six Mile River path, you can visit the swans at Antrim Lough Shore.

Enjoy a walk by the sea along the Jordanstown Lough Shore or link up with the

Newtownabbey way and explore the tree art and fairy doors as you walk to Mossley Mill.

All the venues are family friendly featuring coffee shops and For more information on activities in the bathroom Borough visit the ‘Things to Do’ pages on facilities.

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www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

The Queen’s Birthday Celebrations

Light up events

The Queen celebrates her 90th Birthday on Thursday 21 April. To commemorate this momentous landmark event, lighting of the beacons and family fun days will take place at Antrim Castle Gardens and on the shores of Belfast Lough.

Look out for more information visit www. antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk/queensbirthday

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Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council continue to support local charities.

Mossley Mill, Antrim Civic Centre and Ballyclare Town Hall will be lit up purple on Saturday 26 March to support International Day of Epilepsy Awareness. Also in support of ME Awareness Week these buildings will be lit up blue on Thursday 12 May. For further information on both these charities please visit our website www. antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk/lightup

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March-May 2016

What’s on at the Theatres THEATRE AT THE MILL The Wizard of Oz

Tues 15-Sat 19 Mar, 7.30pm Sat Matinee: 2.30pm Tickets: Tues, Wed, Thurs Eve & Sat Matinee £18 & £16 (Concession) Fri & Sat Eve - £20 & £18 (Concession)

The Harlem Gospel Choir Thur 24 March, 7.45pm Tickets: £25

Phoenix Dance Triple Bill 2016

Wed 6 April, 7.45pm Tickets; £15 £13 & £11 (Concessions £2 off) School Workshop & Performance £10 (Contact Box Office)

Ulster Drama Festival

Mon 16-Sat 21 May, 7.45pm Ticket: £12 & £10 (Concession) Festival Ticket £60 & £50 (Concession)

THE OLD COURTHOUSE ANTRIM Under Milk Wood

Sat 19 Mar, 7.30pm Tickets: £8 & £6 (Concession)

THE COURTYARD THEATRE

The Swing Cats

Mon 28 Mar-Sat 2 Apr Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm Performance Sat 2 Apr 12pm Age: 5-10yrs

Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years

Alice in Wonderland

The Illegals & Niamh Kavanagh

The Aristocrats Workshop

Sat 16 Apr, 2pm Tickets: £6 Recommended Age: 5-9yrs

Sat 2 April, 7.30pm Tickets: £12 & £10 (Concession)

Wed 20 April, 7.30pm Tickets: £12 & £10 (Concession)

Fri 27 & Sat 28 May, 8pm Tickets: £15

Celtic Soul

Sat 23 Apr, 8pm Tickets: £12 & £10 (Concession)

The Curious Adventures of Pinocchio

Sun 15 May, 2.30pm Tickets: £6 Recommended Age: 4yrs +

Check out our digital version of the Theatres’ programme, ‘Applaud’ at www.antrimand newtownabbey/ publications

Planning our place The Council is preparing a new Local Development Plan for the Borough that will shape the development of our towns, villages and rural areas up to 2030.

The Plan can shape where things happen both in terms of their location and their design. It will be a powerful place-shaping tool that will influence the form and character of our built environment, so it provides a real opportunity to create high quality places. The Plan will have to balance a range of competing demands to ensure that we enable good development in the right place at the right time.

on gathering information on issues that affect development in the Borough. We are also engaging with key stakeholders such as government departments, statutory agencies and service providers.

l Read our Towards Preferred Options booklet which aims to generate interest and debate about planning in the Borough. l Keep an eye on our website, Twitter account and local press for updates, including our latest news and details of events.

We would like to hear your views

l Come along to one of our engagement events to have your voice heard.

Our Local Development Plan can only be truly successful if it is rooted in local knowledge and an appreciation of what is important to local people, so your opinions are vitally important. You should get involved because it’s all about where you live, work and play. The earlier we officesabout your ideas, the know industry easier it will be to take them on board.

l Share your views with us; it helps to keep your comments focussed and succinct. It might be helpful to speak to your neighbours, friends or community groups to collect your thoughts together.

It will contain the policies built and proposals that are used to assess heritage planning landscape applications.

A good plan will lead to decisions that How to get involved? are consistent and people parks and l Please complete our will know what to expectrecreation in transport Community Involvement terms of change.

Form and we will keep you What stage are we at? up to date on thehousing Plan. businesses shops The Council is currently l Read our Statement of working towards the Community Involvement publication of a Preferred which provides details Options Paper of when and how to (scheduled for late get involved. summer 2016). We are currently focussed

l Let your local Councillors know about your views on key planning issues. l Read our Timetable as it sets out the key stages of the plan preparation process. l All our documents are available on our website or on request from the Planning Section.

Place Shaping

Countryside

Hamlets

Get in touch:

PLANNING SECTION Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, Mossley Mill, Carnmoney Road North, Newtownabbey BT36 5QA

Villages

T.0300 123 6677 E. planning@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk

Airport Lough Neagh

Smaller towns Antrim

Newtownabbey

www.antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk/planning XII

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Great news for residents and businesses At a Special meeting on 8 February, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council agreed its District Rate, which will come into effect on 1st April 2016.

Over the year, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has once again identified a range of efficiencies and is delighted to announce a decrease of 0.49% in domestic rates within the Antrim area, while households in the Newtownabbey area will see another 0% increase. There is further good news because non-domestic ratepayers across both Antrim and Newtownabbey areas will benefit from a 0.49% reduction in rates.

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Thomas Hogg commented; “I am pleased that the ratepayers in the Newtownabbey area will experience a freeze in

their rates for the third year running, whilst those in Antrim receive a rates freeze and subsequent reduction for what is now the second year running.

Despite having an ambitious capital programme of approximately £22 million, the Council has still been able to achieve efficiencies whilst delivering excellent services for its residents. The high profile V36 scheme in Newtownabbey is an example of a fantastic scheme delivered to make real improvements for our residents, and in Antrim, work continues on the exciting Allen Park improvement which we look forward to completing later this year.

It is good news too for local businesses, with a reduction for our non-domestic ratepayers across the Borough. I know our local businesses will be pleased to hear this as any reduction in outgoings is welcome during these challenging economic times. It is great to deliver such good news to our citizens.”

The Regional Rate, the portion of all Rates bills which is determined by the Northern Ireland Assembly, and the same across all Council areas, has increased by 1.71% from 2015/16. Any increase that residents see this year in their rates bills will be due to the regional rate only.

Projected Council Expenditure 2016/2017 Democratic Representation

Capital Investment

Community & Council Assets

Waste Management

17%

3%

6%

9%

Culture, Tourism, Economic Development

2%

4%

Other

20%

32%

Projected Council Expenditure 2016/2017

Community Services

7%

Recreation

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Boost your broadband!

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is working with Avanti Communications to promote a subsidised pilot to improve broadband speeds for homes and businesses based in rural areas, or in areas of poor connectivity.

The scheme was launched recently in Crumlin Leisure Centre and is available to homes and businesses, as well as community and voluntary organisations.

Poor broadband speeds can often be an issue for people and businesses in rural areas.

Satellite broadband offers a cost effective alternative to farmers, agricultural businesses and people living in rural locations to improve their broadband speeds.

The scheme offers a maximum of 1,000 subsidised satellite broadband installations and packages to households and businesses across the pilot area. The scheme will end on 31 March 2016, those interested in the scheme should visit Crumlin Leisure

Centre to test what your broadband speed would be like.

A second trial demonstration site will be launched in the near future at Sixmile Leisure Centre, Ballyclare.

For further information and to check eligibility please visit www.betterbroadband.co.uk/ antrim or contact one of the following registered broadband service providers: Europasat T.0808 252 0228 www.europasat.com, www.satellitesolutions worldwide.com or Avonline Broadband T.0808 301 5366

Mayor’s blog Over the past number of months, Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Thomas Hogg, has published a weekly blog to keep everyone updated on his role as Mayor. The blog also highlights some of the fantastic work going on across the Borough and can be viewed at www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/

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Active Life Be bowled over this Spring!

Ever played lawn bowls?

You are never too old…or too young to try.

A popular sport throughout the world and suitable for all ages, bowling is the perfect way to enjoy an occasional club game, make it part of your weekly activity or get involved in regional or national competition.

If you would like to make new friends and enjoy keeping fit in the outdoors then why not come along to one of our bowling greens.

Coaches are on hand to assist new members.

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For more information contact: ANTRIM LAWN BOWLING CLUB, Allen Park T. 028 9442 9001 MOSSLEY BOWLING CLUB, Newtownabbey Derek Randall T. 07866 518576

LILIAN BLAND PAVILION BOWLING CLUB, Glengormley William Nesbitt T. 028 9050 6975

www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

There’s ‘allot’ happening at Toome The community of Toomebridge will be growing their own fruit and vegetables soon thanks to the new Duneane Allotment Gardens. It will be a touch of the ‘Good Life’ when land the Council has leased beside the village play area is transformed into allotments, a seating area, picnic tables and a communal building with kitchen area and meeting space. It is hoped to hold gardening workshops in the new meeting space.

Funding for the project, which totals £20,000, was secured by TIDAL and has been funded

by Groundwork NI, in partnership with Public Health Agency and the DOE’S Challenge Fund.

Plots will be available for both individuals and community groups.

For more information or to add your name to the waiting list please contact:

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Active Life Couch to 5K Always wanted to start running but don’t know where to start? Our Couch to 5K programmes could help you achieve your goal.

Couch to 5K is a programme aimed at getting non-runners

Taking place twice a week, the sessions are facilitated by fully qualified coaches, who provide participants with support, motivation and tailored plans to improve their ability to run.

Venue

Days & Times

Start Date

Contact

Antrim Forum*

Monday & Wednesday 7-8pm

16 May

T. 028 9446 4131 E. forum.skills@antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk

Sixmile Leisure Centre**

Monday & Wednesday 6-7pm

7 March

Christine Murray T. 07889 721 471 E. info@countyantrimharriers.co.uk

V36

Tuesday & Thursday 7.30-8.30pm

12 April

Valley Leisure Centre T. 028 9086 1211 E. valley@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

*Delivered by PACE Running Club **Delivered by County Antrim Harriers

A number of fitness classes for beginners also take place at our leisure centres.

For information contact the centres or log on to www.antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk/leisure

Fitness Classes So what’s stopping you?

Powerhoop classes

Join our fitness classes and get into shape in time for summer! Fitness classes are a great way to get active and keep fit, with the added help and motivation of our fully qualified coaches.

With a wide range of fitness classes available, there is something to suit everyone – from the first time beginners to the fitness fanatics!

Why not try… Powerhoop Hula your way to fitness with a weighted hoop that will help you burn fat, lose inches and improve core strength and stability.

For information on all of our classes and other independent classes at the Leisure Centres, log on to www. antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/leisure

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from their couch to running 5km in just a few months.

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Active Life Here come the girls!

Walking netball

Think football is only for boys?

Think again. With football now the most popular female sport in the UK, there has never been a better time to get involved.

So if you are a girl aged 4-14, why not come along, try it out and meet some new friends along the way.

Thursday, 4-5pm (Begins 7 April for 6 weeks) Muckamore 3G pitch @ Muckamore Community Centre

A low impact, walking version of the high speed game! Suitable for all ages and abilities, this is a great way to have fun, increase flexibility, burn calories and meet new people.

For more information or to register your interest, contact Lisa Bowman E. activecommunities-an@netballni.org

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For more information or to register contact T. 028 9446 3113 E. active@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Make a splash in our pools!

Whether you are looking for a relaxing swim or fun for all the family, swimming is the perfect choice for everyone!

Swimming facilities are available at

New!

l Antrim Forum l Sixmile Leisure Centre

For the adults

l Valley Leisure Centre

You are never too old to learn to swim! Adult lessons can be tailored to individuals or groups.

……Don’t forget, Fitness Memberships include unlimited use of the swimming pool.

Learn to swim!

Swimming lessons are provided at each of our pools.

For the Kids Lessons are provided for those age 5+ and encourage children to develop a range of water skills and improve water confidence as they progress through the levels.

Spaces NOW AVAILABLE at Sixmile Leisure Centre.

Waiting lists currently operate for Antrim Forum and Valley Leisure Centres.

In order to accommodate the vast amount of lessons, our pools have some restricted access and closures throughout the week.

Make sure you check out the swimming timetables for each pool before you set off.

Timetables are available online or at Antrim Forum, Sixmile and Valley Leisure Centre receptions.

Pre-school classes are available at Sixmile for 3 ½ to 5 year olds.

For more information on lessons or any of the swimming facilities, contact the relevant leisure centre or log on to

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Active Life New Multi-Use Games Area for Rathcoole Work is now underway on the construction of an exciting, new Multi-Use Games Area at Rathmullan Drive, Rathcoole. The project, which received an impressive £120,000 funding from Council in November 2014, has begun following the transfer of the land required from Northern Ireland Housing Executive.

in particular young people, who were highlighted as a priority through the consultation process.

The MUGA will enhance the sports provision within Rathcoole and a second phase development, to include a 3G Pitch on land beside the new MUGA is also being progressed.

The Multi-Use Games Area is due to be completed by the end of April and was identified as a need through a community consultation exercise commissioned by the Rathcoole Neighbourhood Renewal Partnership and supported by Council. When complete, the MUGA will be fenced and floodlit and will offer high quality space for those wishing to take part in recreational activities,

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Thomas Hogg is joined by local children and Ashton Curry for the official sod-cutting.

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To keep updated on the project, visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Worried about falling?

Recovering from a fall or thinking you are going to fall can make you feel nervous and unsteady on your feet. This Falls Prevention course is a programme of gentle exercises that can help increase your strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and confidence.

Kid’s activities A range of kid’s activities take place in our leisure and community centres each week including dance, gymnastics, football, athletics and many more.

i For more information contact the centres or log on to www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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Your opportunity to GROW GROW South Antrim will be launching its first Rural Business Investment application call in March 2016 for micro and small businesses across the rural areas of Antrim and Newtownabbey. It offers grants of up to £30,000 for new businesses and up to £50,000 for existing businesses, at a grant rate of 50%.

GROW has been allocated a total budget of approximately £2.6 million through the EU Rural Development Programme.

In what continues to be a difficult economic climate, the Programme offers excellent opportunities for

local people to access project financing in rural areas.

As not all business activities are eligible, if you have a project idea, contact the GROW South Antrim team to find out whether you can benefit from the Programme.

You must register and attend a pre-application workshop before you can submit an application. So, don’t miss out and register your interest today!

GROW will be holding additional application calls throughout the year for Basic Services and Village Renewal projects.

Lorraine Duncan benefited from rural development funding to set up and develop her business.

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For further details contact the GROW team on T. 028 9448 1311 or E. emma.stubbs@antrim andnewtownabbey.gov.uk www.growsouthantrim.com

New Peace IV funding The Peace IV Programme which aims to reinforce progress towards a peaceful and stable society in Northern Ireland and the border region of Ireland has recently been announced.

This project is 85% financed by the European Union’s European Regional Development Fund, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body, with the Northern Ireland Executive and Irish Government providing the remaining 15%.

The content of the new Peace IV programme has been agreed by the Northern Ireland Executive and the Irish Government with the overarching priority of supporting peace and

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reconciliation and details four objectives:

• Shared Education and Young • Children People •

Shared Spaces and Services

Positive Relations • Building at a Local Level The indicative financial allocation for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is £2,917,299 and the Council is putting together an exciting Local Area Action Plan in order to secure this funding.

The Local Area Action Plan will be developed through a series of interactive workshops, surveys

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and public events with communities, members of the public and key stakeholders to provide opportunities to further develop the Borough.

Watch out for more information on these consultation sessions.

i For further information contact the Community Planning team on T.028 9034 0060 or visit our website www. antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk

Unlock your potential Unlock your potential in 2016 and ‘Go For It’ with Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council!

For any budding entrepreneurs (over 16) considering starting a new, full-time or parttime business within the Borough, the ‘Go For It’ programme is a positive first step to help you see if your idea has the potential to succeed.

The free programme is run by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council and delivered locally by Antrim Enterprise Agency, LEDCOM and North City Business Centre.

The programme offers a wide range of essential features for potential business ventures, including:

> 1-to-1 assessment meeting with a business advisor

> Tailored guidance to develop your business plan

> Finance and business planning workshop

> Advice on how to access grants and funding

> 1-to-1 finance and business planning meeting

> Free access to best practice guides, tools, videos and more to help you get started

> Business networking opportunities More than 3,600 business plans were developed last year across Northern Ireland to help direct business opportunities through to realisation.

Could you be the next success story?

Normabee Randalstown based artist Norma Beggs of ‘Normabee’ has developed a business offer that focusses on quality bespoke arts projects and commissions through the fusion of photographic images with textiles and illumination. But it was her participation on the ‘Go For It’ programme and the support of Antrim Enterprise Agency that encouraged Norma to develop a proper business plan and open a studio in Randalstown. With growing online sales, recent funding and awards success, everything points to a very positive future for Norma. For further information contact E. normabee@gmail.com

NK Locksmiths & Door Systems With over 12 years’ experience, local entrepreneur Neil Knox from Antrim, started a business as a locksmith in September 2013 and, through Antrim Enterprise Agency, registered for the ‘Go For It’ programme.

This gave him free access to a qualified adviser who helped him to develop a business plan which helped him to focus on his goals and marketing the business. As a result, the business has grown steadily over the past two years by delivering a quality service and establishing a good reputation with his clients, two essential ingredients for all businesses, particularly new ones.

The business specialises in emergency entry to vehicles and premises, repairs, mobile key cutting, home security and door fitting. Neil strongly recommends any potential entrepreneurs to do the necessary market research by signing up for the ‘Go For It’ programme. For further information visit www.nklocksmiths.co.uk

For further details on the programme T.0800 027 0639 or complete the short enquiry form at www.goforitni.com

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Further information can be obtained at www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk or from the Council’s Economic Development section on T.028 9034 0000.

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Burglars beware Burglary and theft can have a huge impact on the lives of those affected.

Antrim and Newtownabbey Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) is taking the lead with a scheme to help prevent residents falling victim to burglaries.

The security pack includes signage, property marking equipment to help trace back any stolen goods and home security advice such as:

t Lock doors and windows – 1 in 3 burglaries are walk ins, close and lock windows and doors to the property, sheds and garages even if you are in the property.

t Lighten up – security lighting around the perimeter of the property can help as a deterrent.

t Home alarm – Consider installing a home alarm system as a deterrent.

An initiative will see security packs and information issued in March to each household in the former Newtownabbey area, following on from a recent campaign in the Antrim area before the Council merger.

This now means that

ANTRIM AND NEWTOWNABBEY BOROUGH IS SECURED

t Don’t leave spare keys in obvious places – Criminals will know where to check if they want to find a key and gain easy access to your property or vehicles.

t Keep valuables out of sight – Make sure anything valuable or precious to you is hidden e.g. jewellery, credit cards, financial statements.

The simple message to criminals who are considering burglary or theft IS DON’T EVEN TRY, the chances of you getting caught with equipment that is securely marked are high and you will face the full rigors of the law.

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AME YOUR N ESS DR AND AD t Security mark all your valuables – Use a UV pen or property marking kit to help deter thieves or to return items to the rightful owner if they are stolen and recovered.

t Give the appearance that someone is home – When you are leaving the property consider altering your routine if possible and try to give the appearance that someone is at home by using timer switches to turn lights on and off when you are away.

The initiative has been funded by the Department of Justice, Northern Ireland Policing Board and Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council.

If you would like any more information or if you have not already received a pack then contact Antrim and Newtownabbey PCSP on T. 028 9446 3113 or 028 9034 0000 or E. pcsp@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk

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Do you know who to report anti-social behaviour to?

Anyone can experience a problem with antisocial behaviour at some point in their lives and this can have a real impact on quality of life but, are you sure who you should report it to?

There are a range of agencies who co-operate in resolving anti-social behaviour and the table below highlights the most appropriate agency to contact if you are having any problems (large or small) with anti-social behaviour.

POLICE SERVICE OF NORTHERN IRELAND

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T. 028 9446 3113 (Antrim)

T. 028 9034 0000 (Newtownabbey) CONTACT FOR

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CONTACT FOR

l Criminal damage

l Dog nuisance

l Abandoned vehicles

l Drug use

l Noisy/disruptive tenants

l Vermin

l Disturbances

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l Waste dumping

l Domestic violence l Assaults l Thefts l Harassment l Hate crime l Intimidation l Motoring offences

gardens

l Hate crime Incidents involving neighbours

l Illegal structure e.g. sheds

l Use of premises for business

l Use of premises for illegal purposes

l Loud noise/music l Problems with private landlords

l Housing conditions (public health)

l Litter l Dog fouling/straying/ attacking

l Public drinking l Alley gating

Anti-social behaviour can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

It is important that anti-social behaviour is reported so that the agencies can take appropriate action and use resources effectively to resolve any issues. You will also receive advice and assurances on what action can or will be taken before issues potentially escalate.

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Dunsilly

Ballyclare

Antrim Threemilewater

Your Councillors

Airport

Macedon Glengormley Urban

Airport District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Aldergrove, Clady, Crumlin, Mallusk and Templepatrick and consists of 5 members.

THOMAS BURNS SDLP

ANNEMARIE LOGUE SINN FEIN

MATTHEW MAGILL DUP

PAUL MICHAEL UUP

MERVYN REA mbe UUP

T.07803 535094 E thomas.burns@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07533 353610 E annemarie.logue@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07825 374019 E matthew.magill@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07587 657120 E paul.michael@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07860 590614 E mervyn.rea@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Antrim District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Antrim Centre, Fountain Hill, Greystone, Springfarm, Steeple and Stiles and consists of 6 members.

NIGEL KELLS DUP T.07825 418774 E nigel.kells@antrim andnewtownabbey. gov.uk

NEIL KELLY ALLIANCE T.07545 992615 E neil.kelly@antrim andnewtownabbey. gov.uk

ROISIN LYNCH SDLP

JIM MONTGOMERY DREW RITCHIE UUP UUP

JOHN SMYTH DUP

T.07827 276840 E roisin.lynch@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07471 147666 E jim.montgomery@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07436 582180 E john.smyth@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07713 864953 E drew.ritchie@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Ballyclare District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyclare East, Ballyclare West, Ballynure, Ballyrobert and Doagh and consists of 5 members.

DAVID ARTHURS UUP

JIM BINGHAM UUP

MANDY GIRVAN DUP

TIM GIRVAN DUP

VERA McWILLIAM UUP

T.07925 740395 E david.arthurs@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07789 208142 E jim.bingham@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07912 028945 E mandy.girvan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07895 208006 E tim.girvan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07792 477050 E vera.mcwilliam@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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DUP SDLP UUP TUV

Democratic Unionist Party Social Democratic and Labour Party Ulster Unionist Party Traditional Unionist Voice

Dunsilly District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Cranfield, Parkgate, Randalstown, Shilvodan and Toome and consists of 5 members.

TREVOR BEATTY DUP

LINDA CLARKE DUP

HENRY CUSHINAN SINN FEIN

BRIAN DUFFIN SDLP

RODERICK SWANN UUP

T.07825 409722 E trevor.beatty@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07803 132601 E linda.clarke@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07871 229810 E henry.cushinan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07702 710517 E brian.duffin@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07423 457376 E roderick.swann@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Glengormley Urban Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyhenry, Burnthill, Carnmoney, Collinbridge, Glebe, Glengormley and Hightown and consists of 7 members.

DEPUTY MAYOR

AUDREY BALL DUP

JOHN BLAIR ALLIANCE

PHILLIP BRETT DUP

T.07749 083538 E audrey.ball@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07788 871189 E john.blair@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07971 538685 E phillip.brett@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

MARK COSGROVE UUP

MICHAEL GOODMAN SINN FEIN

MICHAEL MAGUIRE UUP

NOREEN McCLELLAND SDLP

T.07740 063726 E mark.cosgrove @antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07827 818500 E michael. goodman@antrim andnewtown abbey.gov.uk

T.07827 936498 E michael.maguire @antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07789 208157 E noreen. mcclelland@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

Macedon District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Abbey, Carnmoney Hill, O’Neill, Rathcoole, Valley and Whitehouse and consists of 6 members.

MAYOR

BILLY DeCOURCY DUP

PAUL HAMILL DUP

THOMAS HOGG DUP

DAVID HOLLIS TUV

JOHN SCOTT UUP

W.J. WEBB mbe jp ALLIANCE

T.07789 208144 E william.decourcy@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07803 186008 E paul.hamill@antrim andnewtownabbey. gov.uk

T.07792 891572 E thomas.hogg@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07475 033363 E david.hollis@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07803 598637 E john.scott@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07799 866876 E billy.webb@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

Threemilewater District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyduff, Fairview, Jordanstown, Monkstown, Mossley and Rostulla and consists of 6 members.

FRASER AGNEW mbe WILLIAM BALL UUP DUP

PAMELA BARR DUP

TOM CAMPBELL ALLIANCE

BEN KELSO UUP

STEPHEN ROSS DUP

T.07711 135267 E fraser.agnew@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07974 826165 E pamela.barr@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07595 978690 E tom.campbell@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07515 854858 E ben.kelso@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07713 946038 E stephen.ross@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

T.07917 543674 E william.ball@ antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

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Improving our performance

Services which the Council is NOT responsible for:

Your feedback is welcomed We are committed to delivering a range of ambitious improvements for our citizens and these are set out in our draft Corporate Improvement Plan.

The purpose of this Plan is to evidence that the Council is delivering in areas of work where it aims to make a significant positive difference to services and outcomes across the Borough.

Our draft Plan sets out our strategic improvement objectives for 2016/17. It recognises that improvement can mean more than efficiencies and effectiveness in the way we deliver our services, and it shows how we can enhance the quality of life for our local citizens and communities.

We are now widely consulting on our draft Corporate Improvement Plan, and on 1 March we started an eight week consultation period to seek feedback from our stakeholders.

Please tell us what you think.

A prosperous place Inspired by our people Driven by ambition If you would like to find out more about the Corporate Improvement Plan and the consultation event timetable please see www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov. uk/performance and take part in our online consultation. Alternatively, if you would like a copy of the draft plan and the questionnaire posted out please phone us on T 028 9034 0034.

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Animal Welfare

028 2563 3134

Bryson Energy

0800 142 2865

Bus and Rail queries (Translink)

028 9066 6630

Education Authority

028 2565 3333

Electricity Faults & Emergencies (24 hours)

03457 643 643

Gas Emergency Response (24 hours)

0800 002 001

Hospitals Antrim Area Hospital Whiteabbey Hospital

028 94424000 028 9086 5181

Housing Executive Main Number (including grass cutting & graffiti) Repairs Line Housing Benefit

03448 920 900 03448 920 901 03448 920 902

Land Registry

0300 200 7803

Mapping (Land & Property Services)

0300 200 7804

Northern Health & Social Care Trust

028 9442 4000

Pest Control (Consult Phone Directory) Rates (Property Rating & Valuation)

0300 200 7801

TransportNI (previously Roads Service) Antrim office

028 9442 6500

Bus shelter vandalism/graffiti

028 9046 3250

Cut roadside trees and grass verges

028 9054 0540

Fallen trees

0300 200 7891

Flooding roadway, footpath and blocked road gullies (24 hours)

028 9025 3000

Road repairs Street lighting Traffic Hotline Winter salting (24 hours)

0300 200 7893 0300 200 7899 0845 712 3321 0300 200 7893

Social Security Agency Antrim and Newtownabbey Offices: Benefits Freephone Employment Service

0800 022 4250 0300 200 7822

Telephone/Utility Boxes (BT fault)

0800 023 2023

Voting (Electoral Office)

0800 432 0712

Water Waterline

03457 440088

Flooding Incident Line (24 hours) 0300 200 0100 Report your property is flooded or flooding Flooding - Council owned property

028 9446 3113

Burst watermains and blocked sewers (Northern Ireland Water) (24 hours)

0345 744 0088

Overflowing rivers and watercourses (Rivers Agency)

028 9260 6100

Water pollution in watercourse (Northern Ireland Environment Agency)

0800 807 060

Antrim

028 9446 3113

Newtownabbey

028 9034 0000

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CIVIC CENTRES

Sat 26 Mar

The Council’s holiday arrangements:

Fri 25 Mar

Thu 17 Mar

Dates to remember

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LEISURE CENTRES Allen Park

028 9442 9001

Antrim Forum

028 9446 4131

Ballyearl

028 9084 8287

Crumlin

028 9445 2733

Sixmile

028 9334 1818

Valley

028 9086 1211

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THEATRES Courtyard Theatre

028 9034 0202

Old Courthouse Theatre

028 9442 8331

Theatre at The Mill

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028 9034 0202 or visit www.theatreatthemill.com or www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/boxoffice

FACILITIES Antrim Castle Gardens & Clotworthy House

028 9448 1338

Ballyclare Town Hall

028 9034 0137

Flax Gallery & Museum at The Mill

028 9034 0129

Pogues Entry

028 9448 1338

Sentry Hill Historic House

028 9083 2363

Whitehouse

028 9034 0129

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COMMUNITY CENTRES Contact details for Community Centres are available online www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

KERBIE COLLECTION

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BIN COLLECTION See the local press or visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk nearer the time for details.

Please remember to leave your bin out for 7am on collection day at normal collection point.

Antrim area 028 9446 3113, Newtownabbey area 028 9034 0057/56 or check your bin collection day at www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/binchecker

RECYCLING CENTRES Open March Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. April-October Mon-Sat 9am-8pm.

Craigmore (Randalstown) 028 9447 3813 Crumlin

028 9442 3640

Newpark (Antrim)

028 9442 8107

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Open March Mon-Sun 9am-5pm. April-September Mon-Thur 9am-8.30pm, Fri-Sun 9am-5pm.

Bruslee

028 9034 0056/57

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Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm.

O’Neill Road

028 9034 0056/57

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We are open as normal all other bank and public holidays.

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vey Have your say sur Parks and open spaces Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is continually trying to improve its facilities and services for ratepayers and as part of that process we are always interested in the views and opinions of our residents. Please take a few moments to fill in the survey below and tell us what you think.

PRIZE DRAW All responses received will be entered into a FREE PRIZE DRAW to win a £50 Voucher for the Garden Coffee Shop at Antrim Castle Gardens.

Please return it to: Freepost RTLJ-KAZB-ERRS, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, Customer Services, Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey, BT36 5QA. Closing date to receive completed entries is Friday 11 April 2016.

Alternatively, complete the survey online at www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/surveys

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Do you use any of the Council parks and open spaces?

Please tick the ones you visit most often.

n

Antrim Castle Gardens

n

Ballyclare War Memorial Park

n

Ballynure War Memorial Park

n

Burns Park

n

Burnside Park

n

Crumlin Glen

n

Dunlop Park

n

Glen Park

n

Gideon’s Green

n

Hazelbank Park

n

Jordanstown Loughshore Park Play Area

n

Lilian Bland Community Park

n

Loughshore Park Antrim

n

Mossley Park

n

People’s Park, Rathcoole

n

Sandyknowes Park

n

Sixmilewater River Park

n

Threemilewater Park

n

Valley Park/ V36

n

Wallace Park

n

Other (please specify)

2

What do you normally do when you visit the park or open space?

Please tick up to five main reasons.

n

Take a shortcut

n

Get some fresh air

n

To relax or think/ for peace and quiet

n

Meet friends

n

Children/family outing

n

Visit the play area

n

Picnic/barbeque

n

For a walk

n

Walk the dog

n

To keep fit/ to improve my health

n

Play sports or games

n

Watch sport or games

n

Ride a bike

n

Enjoy flowers/trees/ beauty of the surroundings

n

See birds and wildlife

n

Feed the birds/ducks

n

Other (please specify)

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What do you particularly like about the park(s) or open space(s) you visit?

4

What 3 things would you like to change in the park or open space you visit most often?

Name of park 1 2 3

5

Would you like to make any other comments about the way Council parks or open spaces are managed or maintained, the facilities that are available, or the activities that take place?

Prize draw When you have completed the survey and your details below, post to Freepost RTLJ-KAZB-ERRS, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, Customer Services, Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey, BT36 5Q. Name Address Postcode Daytime telephone number Email

Thank you for completing this survey For competition rules please visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ CompetitionRules or these can be posted on request, please T.028 9034 0034.

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ARMED FORCES DAY COMES TO ANTRIM Saturday 18 June 2016

Come along, join in the fun and share the excitement of Armed Forces Day. A celebration of the Armed Forces. Come along and show your support for the annual event in Northern Ireland. Guaranteed to be a great day out for everyone.

Events will take place at Antrim Castle Gardens & Antrim Stadium and include: Parade through Antrim Town 11am Drumhead Service Recruitment Village Military Capability Demonstration Military Bands Arena Events Family Entertainment ……….

& much more!

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