FFEDERATION EDERATION YOUTH YOUTH
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:
• Water Treatment Plant Operator
• Administration Officer - Planning & Development x2
• Grants Officer
• Pool Attendant Positions - Level 1 & 2
• 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.
BALD ARCHY PRIZE EXHIBITION
Get ready for some serious chuckles! The hilarious Bald Archy Prize has returned to the Corowa Art Space! You won’t want to miss this! Plan your visit now and see this acclaimed satirical exhibition before it closes on Sunday 14 September, 2025.
You’ll be treated to 38 playful and entertaining portraits of familiar personalities—it’s a must-see event for art lovers and anyone who enjoys a good laugh!
COUNCIL COUNCIL
www.federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au
NOTICE OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
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
NO. Address Zoning Proposed Work
10.2025.112.1 8 Defence Dve, Mulwala E4 General Industrial 2 Lot Subdivision.
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.
FEDERATION YOUTH COUNCIL SEEKING APPLICATIONS
Are you aged 12-25, live, work, or study in the Federation Council area, and passionate about making a difference? Applications are now open for the Federation Youth Council (FYC)! This is your chance to be the “youth voice” of our community. As a member of the FYC, you’ll:
• Provide advice directly to the Council on issues that matter to you.
• Help define priority areas and implement exciting projects and events.
• Gain new skills and develop your leadership capabilities. Ready to get involved? Applications close 5pm on Friday, 5 September 2025.
Learn more and apply online at the Council website.
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - MIKI CITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
• Open Daily: Mon-Fri: 10am-4pm | Sat-Sun: 10am-2pm Group reservations are welcome and tickets are only $5! Free entry provided for children under 18 and Carer Card or Companion Card holders.
REQUEST FOR TENDERS
Federation Council invites qualified and experienced businesses to participate in our Request for Tender (RFT) process to deliver the projects outlined below:
• Sewer Mains Relining & CCTV Survey + Reports which includes:
• Relining/rehabilitation of approximately 1265 metres of gravity sewer mains pipe and property junction connections.
• CCTV inspection and reporting of approximately 2203m of sewer mains.
The works are spread across the towns of Corowa and Mulwala and are significant in maintaining our sewer network.
• RFT: 2025-238
• Closing: Monday 1 September, 2025 at 5pm Documentation relating to this RFQ is available via the eProcure link on Council’s website.
RENNIE RESERVES LAND MANAGER
Crown Lands are seeking new Board members to help manage two local reserves: Reserve No. 89747, designated for Public Recreation, and Reserve No. 66805, which hosts the Public Hall. This is a voluntary role, and successful applicants will be responsible for the care and management of these important community spaces. The term of appointment is up to five years, expiring on 1 February, 2031.
If you’re interested in serving your community, you can apply online at the Crown Land portal.
All applications must be submitted by 30 September, 2025. For more details, contact Bri Hart at (02) 6937 2721 or visit the Crown Land reserve manager website: reservemanager.crownland.nsw.gov.au
LIBRARY STORYTIME
Federation Council invites parents and carers to Storytime sessions at the Corowa, Howlong and Mulwala Libraries. Children and their parents/carers can participate in FREE story time sessions that involve sharing stories, rhymes and themed activities. Storytime sessions are suitable for ages 0-5 years and run for 30-45 minutes. Join in the fun, meet new people, introduce your child to a world of books and lay the foundation for a lifelong love of reading.
• Corowa Library - Every Friday at 10:30am
• Howlong Library - Every 1st Friday at 10:30am
• Mulwala Library - Every 2nd Wednesday at 10:30am
DA NO. Address Approved Work
10.2025.66.1 Module 5 Piggery, 368 Jamiesons Rd, Redlands Demolition 13 Sheds and Construct 8 New Sheds
10.2025.101.1 25 Damian Cres, Mulwala Shed
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 AND DESIGNATED DEVELOPMENT
Federation Council, being the consent authority has received a development 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, Lot 3 DP1002381
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, NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Water NSW, Transport for NSW, Moira Shire Council, Goulburn Murray Water, Murray Darling Basin Authority, NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure and NSW Department of Climate change, Energy, the Environment and Water.
Any person may inspect this development application, relevant studies and accompanying documents at the following Federation Council locations from now until Wednesday 24 September, 2025 during normal office hours:
• Mulwala Library & Council Office, 71 Melbourne Street, Mulwala;
• Federation Council Website www.federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au
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 24 September, 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.
Federation Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from residents to join the Miki City Advisory Committee. A visit from our Miki City friends is planned during 2026 and the committee will be active in assisting organising the itinerary, supporting host families and assisting with activities. In its 29th year, this enduring sister city relationship fosters invaluable connections between our two nations, offering alternating delegations from Federation Council and Miki City, Japan the chance to experience each other’s cultures firsthand, create lasting memories, and forge lifelong friendships. Expressions of Interest (EOIs) have been extended to Friday 12 September, 2025. To express interest, please complete the online EOI form available from Council’s website.
STRATEGIC DOCUMENTS NOW AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING
Federation Council is proud to present our Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program 2025-2029, Operational Plan and Annual budget for the 2025/26 financial year.
• The Future Federation 2040 Community Strategic Plan (CSP) is a pivotal document which provides a shared vision that reflects the collective aspirations and priorities of our entire Local Government Area. It will serve as our roadmap for the next 15 years, guiding the region’s growth, sustainability, and development.
• The Delivery Program 2025-2029 is a key document that translates our community’s long-term vision into actionable plans. This four-year strategic roadmap is designed to achieve the community aspirations laid out in the Future Federation 2040 Community Strategic Plan (CSP).
• The Operational Plan and Annual Budget for the 2025/26 financial year is a key component of our Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) Framework, serving as Council’s commitment to the community for all the projects, programs, and actions we plan to undertake in the coming year.
Review these key strategic documents from Council’s website.