FEDERATION COUNCIL SNIPPETS
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 is for you:
• Senior Water Treatment Plant Operator
• Sewer Treatment Plant Operator
• Gardener/Horticulturist
• Learn to Swim Instructor - Casual
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.
DISCOUNTED FAMILY ENTRY PASSCOROWA AQUATIC CENTRE
Are you ready to dive into unforgettable July School holiday fun?
From Sunday 6 July to Sunday 20 July, 2025 the Corowa Aquatic Centre casual family entry pass will be discounted to $10 instead of $21! Yep, you heard it right! Bring your family along for just $10 – that’s a $11 saving off the usual price! Also, don’t forget the Same Day pass out which means if pay to enter on any given day you can return during the same day at no extra cost.
JULY EXTRAORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING
Federation Council’s July Extraordinary Council Meeting is scheduled:
• Tuesday 8 July, 2025.
• 9:30am
• Corowa Chamber
This meeting will be held for Council to consider submissions and adoption of a final rating structure to take effect from 1 July 2025 and determination of Development Application 10.2024.64.1 - 41 Lot Subdivision Jude Street, Howlong. View the agenda for the meeting and access the live stream from Council’s website.
CURRENT TENDER OPPORTUNITIES
Request for tenders:
Flood Recovery Works regional roads Federation Council invites qualified and experienced businesses to participate in our Request for Tender (RFT) process to deliver the following projecs:
• 2025-235 - 2025-26 - DRFA Restoration Works Regional Roads - Package 1
• 2025-234 - 2025-26 - DRFA Restoration Works Local Roads - Package 2
Documentation relating to the above tenders are available from Council’s website. Tenders close Wednesday 9 July, 2025, 4pm.
Request for Expressions of Interest:
Corowa Saleyards Consultative Committee
Federation Council is looking for a community representative to join our Corowa Saleyards Consultative Committee. This vital committee meets twice a year, providing a direct link between Council and stakeholders. Its purpose is to foster two-way communication, ensuring Council is fully informed of stakeholder needs and priorities for the Corowa Saleyards – both now and into the future. The Corowa Saleyards is a significant facility, operating as the fifth largest sheep and lamb livestock exchange in New South Wales. It’s proudly owned and managed by Federation Council. Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are open until Friday 18 July, 2025. For more information, including the online EOI form and the committee’s Terms of Reference, please visit Council’s website.
COROWA, HOWLONG & MULWALA FLOOD STUDY 2025
Flood Studies are complex and technical projects. In response to community feedback expressing the complex and technical nature of the reports, Council has developed a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) document to provide the community with answers to commonly asked questions. The FAQ document is available from Council’s website.
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.
CURRAWA CROSSING ART EXHIBITION
Celebrating Aboriginal art and culture from the Riverina & Murray region, this powerful exhibition returns to Corowa Art Space. Honouring National Reconciliation Week’s theme “Bridging Now to Next,” it’s a must-see. Plus, immerse yourself in Wiradjuri language & culture with short films from Miil Miil Productions! On display until Sunday 13 July, 2025.
• Wednesday - Friday 10am - 4pm, Saturday - Sunday 10am to 2pm
• Entry is FREE!
NAIDOC WEEK
Federation Council advises that there are significant delays to all applications being lodged for each stage of the development process. Staff shortages, in conjunction with the increasing complexity of the NSW Planning Portal Processes required to be undertaken by Council has seen pre-lodgement assessment times increasing to 6-8 weeks and average determination times taking between 10-12 weeks. We ask you for your cooperation as Council officers concentrate on clearing the backlog of applications while maintaining all other legislated services.
INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT & DESIGNATED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
Federation Council, being the consent authority has received an application (DA 10.2025.76.1) seeking development consent to construct a 72 Berth Marina with Primary Jetty and Harbour accessibility upgrades. Lot 292 DP1195096, Lot 398 DP823321.
The development proposed is for a 72 Berth Marina with Primary Jetty and Harbour accessibility upgrades and is defined as integrated development and designated development under the provisions of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The application is referred to the following agencies:
Crown Lands, NSW Fisheries, Water NSW, Transport for NSW, Transport for NSW, Moira Council, Goulburn Murray Water, Murray Darling Basin Authority, NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.
Any person may inspect this application and accompanying instruments at the following Federation Council locations from now until Wednesday 30 July, 2025 during normal office hours:
• Mulwala Library & Council Office, 71 Melbourne Street, Mulwala;
• Federation Council 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 on Wednesday 30 July, 2025. Where a submission is by way of an objection, the grounds of the objections are required to be specified in the submission.
A person who makes a submission by way of an objection and who is not satisfied with the determination of the application has a right of appeal to the NSW Land and Environment Court.
NOTICE OF ROAD WORKS - SAVERNAKE ROAD MULWALA
Federation Council advises that contractors on behalf of European Energy are currently undertaking upgrade works at the intersection of Lambruck lane and Savernake road Mulwala.
The upgrade works are a requirement of the Mulwala Solar Farm development for improved road safety and vehicle access to the Solar Farm site. Minor traffic delays are possible during the upgrade works that are estimated to take up to 4 weeks to complete. Residents are advised to take care and follow traffic signage and speed reductions in the vicinity of the work site that will be in place during the works. Federation Council apologises for any inconvenience caused. For further information, please contact us on (02) 6033 8999 during business hours or 1800 110 088 after hours for emergencies only or email council@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au community feedback expressing the complex and technical nature of the reports, Council has developed a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) document to provide the community with answers to commonly asked questions. The FAQ document is available from Council’s website.
Come along to the Federation libraries these school holidays for a free art workshop, celebrate NAIDOC Week and acknowledge the rich and vibrant culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Join Aunty Iris Troutman, proud Kooma/ Kamilaroi/Ngaraba woman as she leads an interactive storytelling and art workshop where you will co-create a community canvas and then make your own footprint charm to take home.
• Mulwala Library, Tuesday 8 July, 1:30pm to 3:30 pm
• Howlong Library, Wednesday 9 July, 10:30am to 12:30 pm
• Corowa Library, Wednesday 9 July, 2:00pm to 4:00 pm Suitable for ages 5-15. Adults welcome. Bookings are via the Council website or for more information please call Council. NAIDOC Week (6-13 July 2025) is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The theme for this year is “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy” celebrates both the achievements of the past and the bright future ahead, emphasizing the strength and vision of the emerging generations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and honouring the legacy they will carry.
CODE OF MEETING PRACTICE
At Council’s June ordinary meeting, Council endorsed the draft Code of Meeting Practice for public exhibition for a period of 28 days.
This code applies to all meetings of councils and committees of councils of which all the members are councillors (committees of council). Council committees (usually referred to as Advisory Committees) whose members include persons other than councillors will be bound by this Code of Meeting Practice unless the council determines otherwise.
Council is inviting residents to review the draft document and provide any feedback by 5pm, Friday 25 July, 2025. The draft document is available for viewing 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
DRAGON AND FAIRY LAMPSFEDERATION LIBRARIES CRAFT
Light up your Winter! Looking for some magical fun these school holidays? Federation Libraries has got you covered! Join us for an enchanting craft activity where you can create your very own Dragon and Fairy Lamps!
• Mulwala: Wednesday 16 July, 2025 | 10:30am | 03 5744 3439
• Corowa: Wednesday 16 July, 2025 | 2pm | 02 6033 8941
• Howlong: Thursday 17 July, 2025 | 10:30am | 02 6026 5055
This awesome activity is only $5 per person. Spots will fill up super fast! So, make sure to contact your local library to avoid missing out on the fun.