FEDERATION COUNCIL SNIPPETS
CREATING OPPORTUNITY CELEBRATING COMMUNITY
Roads Advisory Committee Expressions of Interest Western Quadrants POSITIONS VACANT Federation Council is committed to being a quality Council with a strong focus on the delivery of services that continually meet community expectations. If you are committed to excellent customer service, being a competent team player and have a focus on results orientation that drives strategic thinking and fosters a culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement, then one of these opportunities are for you: Learn to Swim Instructor • • Pool attendant - Level 1 (Customer Service) • Pool attendant - Level 2 (Lifeguard) A more detailed advertisement and position description can be obtained from Council’s website. Emailing: jobs@ federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au or by phone on (02) 6033 8903.
BOOK WEEK COLOURING COMPETITION Bring on the Colour! The Federation Council Libraries Colouring Competition is officially back with this year’s Book Week theme: “Symphony of Stories.” What better way to celebrate than to create our very own visual rendition of this year’s theme with a colouring competition? Let your imagination run wild, bring those weird and wonderful musical stories to life and show us your masterpiece! There are fantastic prizes up for grabs for the winner of each of our three age categories: 0-5, 6-9 and 1013 years. Pick up your colouring sheet (and library membership form if you aren’t a member yet!) from your local library within the Federation Council area today. Entries close Tuesday 1 September, 2026 at 5pm. Good luck, little artists! We can’t wait to see your creations! Find out more from Council’s website.
BARK IN THE PARK EVENT Federation Council in partnership with Corowa Dog Lovers, is excited to announce Bark in the Park, a special dedication event taking place at 10.30am on Saturday 12 September, 2026. The event will be held at the Maryann Herbert Memorial Dog Park in the Bangerang Park Precinct, Corowa to celebrate the park’s new upgrades and to host an official renaming ceremony in honour of Maryann Herbert. The community is invited to enjoy a fantastic family friendly day out. The Park will come alive with demos, raffle draws, pet product stalls, a BBQ lunch catered by the Men’s Shed, and a costume dog parade with prizes. During the event, attendees are asked to keep their dogs leashed in the Large Dog Area, while the Small Dog Area will remain off-leash. Community members can find out more by visiting Council’s website, emailing communityevents@ federatoncouncil.nsw.gov.au or by calling (02) 6033 8936. To register your attendance or to register your dog to join in the costume parade, please visit events.humanitix.com/bark-inthe-park-corowa
ON EXHIBITION Proposal to Re-establish existing Alcohol free Zones and Prohibited Zones The proposal to re-establish Alcohol Free Zones & Alcohol Prohibited Areas in Corowa, Howlong and Mulwala is now available on public exhibition. In accordance with the NSW Local Government Act 1993, this proposal seeks to reinstate these public safety declarations for a maximum allowable period of four (4) years, establishing a new fixed expiry date of Sunday 30 June, 2030. Council invites residents to review the proposal from Council’s website or at any Council office and provide feedback. Feedback closes 5pm, Monday 31 August, 2026. Draft Volunteer Management Policy At Council’s July ordinary meeting it endorsed the Draft Volunteer Management Policy for public exhibition for a period of 28 days. This policy is to promote an effective, safe and mutually beneficial working relationship between Federation Council and its volunteers. The draft policy is currently available for the community to view and Council is seeking feedback until 5pm, Monday 14 September, 2026. View the draft policy on Council’s website or at any Council office. Anyone interested in providing feedback should do so in writing, addressed to the General Manager, PO Box 77, Corowa NSW 2646 or email to council@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au
Find out more below or visit www.federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au
NOTICE OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
ROADS ADVISORY COMMITTEE EOI WESTERN QUADRANTS
In accordance with Council’s Public Notification Policy and Community Participation Plan, the following Development Applications are hereby listed for public comment. Plans relating to these proposals are available for review from Council’s website www.federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au
Council is calling for Expressions of Interest from residents, primary producers and business operators in the Western half of its local government area to join the new Roads Advisory Committee. Following our initial call in May, we received great interest for Quadrants 3 and 4. To ensure every region and sector, from farming to local business is fairly represented, Council is now specifically calling for Expressions of Interest for: • Quadrant 1 (Morundah & Oaklands) – 2 positions • Quadrant 2 (Mulwala & Rennie) – 2 positions The committee acts as a direct link between the community and Council decision makers, providing vital local insight and feedback on road management, service levels and maintenance across our network. Submit your Expression of Interest via the online form on Council’s website before 5pm on Wednesday 26 August, 2026.
DA NO.
Address
Zoning
Proposed Work
10.2026.116.1
142 Old Mill Road, Mulwala
R1 General Residential
Demolition of Existing Jetty & Construction of New Jetty
Any persons may make a submission on the proposal within a period of fourteen (14) days from the date of this notification. Persons making a submission are required to comply with Section 147(5) of the Environmental Planning Assessment Act (Political Donations & Gifts Disclosure Statement). Forms are available from Council’s administrative offices.
DEVELOPMENT CONSENTS Public notice is given pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979, that the Council has granted development consent in respect of the following developments. The consents are available for public inspection by contacting Council during business hours. DA NO.
Address
Approved Work
10.2025.142.1
89-91 Hawkins Street, Howlong
6 Lot Subdivision and 4 x Tree Removal
10.2026.95.1
10 Bow Street, Corowa
Proposed Dog Wash & Laundromat (Part Change of Use)
10.2026.113.1
11 Anglers Close, Mulwala
Shed 30sqm
INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
10.2026.116.1 – PAN-659334 • Proposal: Demolition of existing Jetty & construction of new Jetty • Property: 142 Old Mill Road, Mulwala NSW 2647 – Lot 5 Sec 50 DP758726 • Applicant: K.J. & B.A. McPhail Nominees Pty Ltd • Consent Authority: Federation Council Federation Council, being the consent authority, has received an Integrated Development Application in accordance with Section 2.22 and Schedule 1 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, the application is on public exhibition from Wednesday 12 August, 2026 to Wednesday 9 September, 2026 inclusive. The application is also development for which concurrence from other authorities is required under Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, s4.46, State Environmental Planning Policy (Planning Systems 2021). S4.37 and Fisheries Management Act 1994, s221ZZ. Any person may inspect this application and accompanying documentation on Council’s website. Any person interested in making a submission should do so in writing addressed to the General Manager, Federation Council – PO Box 77, Corowa NSW 2646 or email to council@ federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au Submissions will be received up to 5:00pm Tuesday 8 September, 2026. Where a submission is by way of objection, the grounds of the objections are required to be specified in the submission. Submissions are not confidential and if the application is reported to Council for determination, Council only redacts signatures, phone numbers and email addresses included in any submission. You can request (in writing) that your name and address be suppressed if you consider that you, or your family’s safety or well-being may be effected if the information is not suppressed. Council’s Community Participation Plan outlines how Council manages submissions and the information contained within them. The Community Participation Plan may be viewed on Council’s website. If you require further information, please contact Council’s Planning and Development Team on 02 6033 8999.
THE BALD ARCHY PRIZE - SEEKING VOLUNTEERS The notoriously hilarious and irreverent Bald Archy Prize is making its much anticipated return to Corowa. Running from Saturday 12 September to Sunday 11 October, 2026 at the Corowa Arts Space, the exhibition promises a month of sharp wit, fearless satire, and spectacular talent. Bringing a month-long national exhibition to life requires a massive amount of behind-the-scenes energy. We are currently calling on enthusiastic locals to join the dedicated team of 30 volunteers who keep the show going. Whether you are an art lover or just enjoy a great laugh, volunteering is a fantastic way to support the arts and experience the magic of the Bald Archy from behind the scenes. To sign up as a volunteer, please contact: communityevents@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au
FEDERATION COMMUNITY EXPO STALLHOLDERS We are inviting community groups, sporting clubs, charities, and service providers to express their interest in hosting a FREE stall at the 2026 Federation Community Expo. The Federation Community Expo aims to raise awareness of the incredible breadth of services and community groups available in the Federation Council and surrounding areas. Stallholders are encouraged to make their stalls as appealing & interactive as possible. Community groups who wish to hold fundraising, food and /or drinks stalls along with applications to perform or entertain the crowd are also encouraged to apply. Commercial or private businesses that are profit orientated are ineligible. Complete the online form on Council’s website to express your interest. • When: Thursday 15 October, 2026 | 5pm-7:30pm • Where: Bangerang Park in Corowa
COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM The Community Grants Program is a Federation Council initiative designed to empower local groups to develop ideas, projects and events that enhance our region’s vibrancy and connection. Key details: • Opens: Monday 24 August, 2026. • Maximum grant: Up to $5,000 per applicant. • Who can apply: Not-for-profit community groups, organisations and clubs. Applications must be submitted via an online form, which will be available on Council’s website from Monday 24 August, 2026. Find out more from Council’s website.
GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP Need funding to get a community project off the ground or grow your local business? Federation Council is holding a practical Grant Writing Workshop on Friday 18 September, 2026 from 10:00am 11:00am at the Corowa TAFE. Hosted by Council’s Alex Campbell (Grants Officer), the session features guest speakers from successful local recipient groups, including the Corowa She Shed and Corowa Community Gardens, sharing real world advice on governance, strategic planning and using Council’s Grant Guru search engine or .idcommunity profile software via Council’s website. The workshop is free to attend. Due to room capacity, attendance is capped at 30 people (a waitlist/second session may be established if exceeded). RSVPs are essential. Please contact Alex Campbell (Grants Officer) on alex.campbell@federationcouncil. nsw.gov.au or by calling (02) 6033 8999 to reserve your seat. Visit Council’s website to find out Corowa General Office more. Civic Centre, 100 Edward Street Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm Phone (02) 6033 8999 council@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au www.federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au Published Date 19/8/2026