Merriwa NSW
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This is your Community Notice Board
Keep up to date with the latest local news updates for Merriwa and the surrounding area by visiting our ‘blog’ page – News Updates!
As we regularly update the local news which include meetings, activities and points of interest. Items that are shared via social media are regularly deleted, meaning that the item of interest cannot be viewed any longer. By moving our local news to a ‘blog’ style, any items of interest can be shared and will be available for unlimited viewing.
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Upper Hunter Shire Council
DROUGHT RESILENCE PLAN CONSULTATION
On display until 22 March 2024, 05:00 PM
We are pleased to announce that the public consultation for the development of a comprehensive Drought Resilience Plan is now open. This initiative, a collaborative effort by Upper Hunter Shire, Singleton Council, and Muswellbrook Shire Council, is made possible through funding from the Australian Government and the NSW Government under the Future Drought Fund. The strategy aims to enhance our region’s resilience to future droughts by focusing on understanding historical impacts, exploring mitigation and adaptation strategies, and prioritising community-led actions.
Consultation Period
The consultation will be open until 5pm on Friday, 22 March 2024. This is a pivotal opportunity for community members to share their insights, experiences, and suggestions to help shape a resilience plan that truly reflects the needs and strengths of our region.
How to Participate
To have your say, please access the survey through the following link: Take the Survey
The survey is straightforward and should only take a few minutes to complete. We value your feedback and encourage you to contribute to this important discussion.
Why Your Feedback Matters
Your participation is critical in ensuring the Drought Resilience Plan addresses the real needs of our community. By sharing your perspectives, you help us identify key areas for action, innovative solutions for drought mitigation and adaptation, and strategies for effective community engagement. This consultation is a chance for you to influence how our community prepares for and responds to drought conditions.
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Giro de Cassilis & Le Tour de Merriwa
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th March 2024
- Merriwa Rescue Squad – VRA Rescue NSW, Merriwa River RFS and NSW RFS – Cassilis Brigade and James Constable for their work in keeping us safe on the road.
- Merriwa CWA, Merriwa Mens Shed, and Cassilis Public School for keeping our riders fed and watered – (some riders return every year just for the CWA date loaf) & IGA Plus Liquor Merriwa for donating our supply of bananas.
- David and Stephanie Murray and the team at Dales Angus for their iconic morning tea stop that has become a feature of the weekend
- Barb and Ant Martin for the spectacular afternoon tea during the first edition of the Giro de Cassilis – Barbs ANZAC biscuits are second to none.
- We would especially like to thank the individual community members that have donated their time to ensure that we can hold this event. There are too many to name but we know who you are and we appreciate you.
- The impressive photography work by Newcastle Mike and Archie C Photography ensures that the events will be noted in history.
- Our local media organisations 98.1 Power FM ABC Newcastle AM981 2NM The Hunter River Times have helped to promote our events far and wide.
- All our participants and their supporters that have come from far and wide. We love your fun loving nature, positive attitude and the way you have reached out to support our community.
- We would like to thank the road crew at Upper Hunter Shire Council who have tried to eliminate the most serious hazards from the course and improve safety for our riders.
- We would especially like to thank the Merriwa, Cassilis and Sandy Hollow communities for their spirited support over the last 5 years. It has been great to see all the decorations.
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Merriwa Shared Pathway
MERRIWA SHARED PATHWAY FUNDRAISING UPDATE
21 February 2024 – From the Merriwa and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Facebook page
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GO FUND ME CAMPAIGN
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Hunter Medical Practice Merriwa
Merriwa current opening hours are:
Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday 8.00am till 5.00pm
To book an appointment call (02) 6532 5013 or book online
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Non Emergency Medical Transport
We are required to give Area Health at least 48 hours notice of planned trips. To do this we need Clients to make their booking with us in that time.
Telephone 6548 2653 or Office, Bottle Museum, between 9.30 and 3.30 weekdays.
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Tour Merriwa
CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW FOR A GREAT VISUAL TOUR OF MERRIWA
http://www.twominutepostcards.com/…/merriwa-nsw-stay-a…/
Many people have driven through the Golden Highway town of Merriwa
Merriwa in two minutes! While it’s impossible to fit everything we love about Merriwa into two short minutes, journalist Cathy Stubbs has done a great job at packing a lot into a short time.
In the spirit of the ABC’s Backroads, Cathy showcases towns in her Two Minute Postcards videos, providing brief insights into the attractions and delights of rural Australian communities.
A grant from the NSW state government allowed Merriwa business and community members to engage the Cathy’s services to feature our town in one of her Two Minute Postcard videos.
We gave Cathy a few tips but left her to discover for herself the natural beauty, rich history and quirky features that make our town unique.
We hope you love it as much as we do!
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TransCare Hunter Ltd
Bookings are essential. For bookings or information, please call 6545 3113, Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm
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Merriwa Surgery
FOR ALL YOUR MEDICAL NEEDS
Opening hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am -5.30pm
Closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1.30pm daily
For bookings please call the surgery on 02 6548 2305
As of September 1, 2021, we would like to advise changes to our billing, we have previously been a Bulk Billing practice, this is no longer feasible for the practice and changes to mixed billing will commence in September, this means that unless you hold a pensioner concession card or are a child Under 16 years, there will be a fee for your consultation. These fee’s will be available in the surgery in the coming weeks.
Merriwa Surgery continue with our COVID vaccination clinics, please phone reception for more information.
Dr Emad Jasem
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My Merriwa Local Investment Gift Cards
CHECK. IT. OUT.
Don’t forget about using those My Merriwa Local Investment Gift Cards!! With numerous businesses participating in the program, theres sure to be something for all. These are a great way to support local businesses, as it ensures that the money stays within the Merriwa community.
The WLT gift cards can be purchased from:
Merriwa Home Hardware
Merriwa Pharmacy
newsXpress Merriwa
Redeem your gift card at the following businesses:
These gift cards can also be purchased online, so even if you yourself are not a local, you can still purchase them as gifts, and send them to locals.
Purchase online: https://www.whyleavetown.com/product-page/merriwa-gift-card
Bulk (6 or more) card orders: https://www.whyleavetown.com/bulk-card-orders
Check balance: https://www.whyleavetown.com/check-card-balance
#merriwansw #supportinglocal #shoppinglocal #whyleavetown #whyleavetownmerriwa#WLTMerriwa
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Merriwa Cup Race 2019
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Timelapse Painting Merriwa Silos
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Merriwa Community Diary
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Merriwa Weather