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:
• GIS Officer
• 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 - SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the 2025 Bald Archy Prize exhibition a huge success! The exhibition will run from Saturday 16 August to Sunday 14 September, 2025. Your help is vital to ensuring everyone enjoys this fantastic event.
We need:
• Weekdays: Four volunteers daily (two from 10am - 1pm, two from 1pm - 4pm).
• Weekends: One shift from 10 am - 2 pm. Last year, over 30 amazing volunteers helped us welcome 1,200 visitors from over 170 different locations, including Canberra, Melbourne, Hobart, and even New Zealand!
As a special thank you for your dedication, all volunteers will be treated to an exclusive preview event of the exhibition. This is your chance for a behind-the-scenes look at the artworks before the public unveiling!
Interested in being part of this fun and vibrant event? Contact us communityevents@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6033 8936 before Friday 1 August, 2025.
FEDERATION
LIBRARIES UPDATE
Book Club - Expression of interest
Are you a bookworm looking to connect with fellow readers?
Do you love diving into lively discussions about plot twists, character development, and thought-provoking themes? Corowa Library is excited to gauge interest in forming a brandnew Adult Book Club, and we want you to be a part of it! Joining our book club is more than just reading a book – it’s an opportunity to:
• Read more often or more widely
• Meet interesting people & make new friends
• Enjoy lively conversation
• Discover new authors
Express Your Interest Now! You can register your interest by:
• Visiting Corowa Libraries’ friendly staff
• Calling us on (02) 6033 8941
• Email to corowa.library@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au
Howlong Library Storytime
The Howlong Library Storytime for August has been rescheduled to Friday 8 August, 2025 at 10:30am.
The theme for August is ‘dads’ so bring your little ones (0-5 years) to this FREE session for stories, rhymes, and themed activities. Join us in Howlong, or at our regular Storytime sessions in Corowa and Mulwala, to meet other families and introduce your child to the wonderful world of books!
Sessions are held:
• Mulwala - 2nd Wednesday of the month, 10:30am
• Corowa - Every Friday, 10:30am
• Howlong - 1st Thursday, 10:30am
REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONURANGERLINE CREEK BRIDGE URANA
Federation Council is seeking quotations for refurbishments to the Urangerline Creek Bridge which includes bridge approach repairs, bridge abutment batter protection, expansion joint resealing and painting of the guide rails.
• Urangerline Creek Bridge, Cocketgedong Road, Urana
• Closing: Tuesday 5 August, 2025 2pm
• RFQ 2025-239
COMMUNITY DISASTER READINESS FORUMS: BE READY TO HELP WHEN IT MATTERS MOST
Disaster response begins at the local level, with neighbours supporting neighbours and communities coming together. Two practical forums are being held in Urana and Corowa to empower residents to act safely and confidently in the face of a disaster. These “All Hands on Deck” forums, funded by the NSW Reconstruction Authority, will focus on how spontaneous volunteers can effectively support disaster response. The sessions will cover crucial topics including:
• How community response integrates with the broader emergency system.
• Understanding and managing local risks.
• Leadership, safety, and decision-making during a crisis.
• A hands-on scenario activity.
• Self-care and supporting others during emergencies. Who Should Attend?
The forums are designed for a wide range of community members, including sporting clubs, landholders, tradies, committee members, business owners, young leaders, new arrivals, and long-time locals –essentially anyone with a desire to help their community. Join Us:
• Urana: 9:30am - 1:00pm, Thursday 14 August, 2025, at the Waterfront Pavilion.
• Corowa: 9:30am - 1:30pm, Friday 15 August, 2025, at the Corowa Golf Club.
Catering is included, and each session will feature a lucky door prize of two $50 universal gift cards. Register or Learn More:
You can register your attendance at https://bit.ly/sponvols, though drop-ins are also welcome. For more information, contact Mary Hoodless at 0428 104 482 or mary@karooconsultancy.com.au.
STAFF MEETING - TEMPORARY CLOSURE
Federation Council wishes to advise that due to an all staff meeting, Council offices and services in Corowa, Howlong, Mulwala and Urana will have altered operating hours on Thursday 7 August, 2025 to allow staff to attend.
• Corowa Civic Centre: Open from 2pm
• Corowa Depot: Open from 2pm
• Howlong & Mulwala Council Office & Libraries: Closed all day
• Urana Council Office & Depot: Closed all day
• Corowa Aquatic Centre: Open as per normal operating hours Normal operating hours will resume on Friday 8 August, 2025. The after hours service for urgent matters will be available during this period P: 1800 110 088. Please submit any non urgent customer requests via our online form. Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks you for your continued support and understanding.
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - MIKI CITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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) are open until Friday 22 August, 2025. To express interest, please complete the online EOI form available from Council’s website.
HOWLONG ARTIST’S EXHIBITION
The Howlong Artists Group is proud to present its first exhibition at Corowa Art Space, showcasing a diverse and vibrant collection of over 50 artworks and photography created by local talented residents.
This inaugural exhibition proudly showcases the remarkable artistic talent flourishing within the Howlong community, featuring artists from emerging talents to established professionals. On exhibition until Sunday 10 August, 2025, opening hours Wednesday to Friday 10am – 4pm & Saturday to Sunday 10am – 2pm. Find out more from Council’s website.
URANA & MORUNDAH FLOOD MITIGATION DESIGN PROJECTS
Federation Council at its May 2025 meeting resolved to publicly exhibit the draft detailed designs for the Urana levee upgrade and the Morundah flood mitigation designs. The draft designs will be on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from Wednesday 16 July to Wednesday 13 August, 2025. We offer several options for you to view the detailed design drawings, seek further information, or ask questions during the public exhibition period:
• The detailed design drawings and the supporting design report are available for viewing from Council’s website.
• Paper copies of the Urana levee upgrade design drawings are available for viewing at Council’s William Street Urana office.
• Paper copies of the detailed design drawings for the Morundah flood mitigation measures are available for viewing at the Morundah Hotel.
Any person interested in making a submission should do so in writing addressed to the General Manager, Federation Council, PO Box 77, Corowa, 2646 or by email to council@ federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au. Submissions will be received up until 5pm, Wednesday 27 August, 2025. We encourage all interested residents to attend these meetings and provide their valuable feedback on these important projects.
Federation Council is holding important community information meetings to discuss the proposed Urana & Morundah Flood Mitigation Design Projects. This is your chance to learn more about the designs and ask questions directly.
COROWA, HOWLONG & MULWALA FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Federation Council is seeking to fill two vacancies on the Corowa, Howlong, Mulwala Flood Risk Management Committee. The two vacancies are both for Mulwala residents. The Committee is to oversee the development of a Flood Risk Management Plan for the townships of Corowa, Howlong and Mulwala. This follows the completion of the Flood Study in 2024. If you are a Mulwala resident and are interested in nominating yourself to join the Committee, please complete the Community Membership Nomination Form available on Council’s Website. If you would like further information please contact council’s Manager Flood Projects Trevor Clark on 02 6033 8999. Expressions of interest must be signed and received by close of business
Friday 8 August, 2025.