Upper Hunter Shire Council
Upper Hunter Shire Council is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Australia Day Awards, celebrating outstanding community contributions and achievements.
Upper Hunter Shire
Citizen of the year
Jim Callinan, with his 41 years dedicated to broadcasting, has not only been a familiar voice but also a staunch supporter of local charities and a promoter of Scone’s rich identity. His involvement in various events and his unwavering support for causes like the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service exemplify the kind of community spirit that makes the Upper Hunter Shire a remarkable place to live.
Young Citizen of the Year (Under 25)
Charlie Milton, a young leader who has shone both on the sports field and within the school community, has brought pride to Scone High School. Her achievements in rugby and her subsequent recognition at sports academies speak volumes of her dedication and talent. As the elected School Captain for 2024, Charlie represents the best of our young people – their integrity, tenacity, and potential to lead.
Aberdeen
Citizen of the Year – Brian Harshman
Young Citizen of the Year – Charlie Milton
Local Champion – Tamara Donnelly
Merriwa
Citizen of the Year – Sharee Witney
Young Citizen of the Year – Roy Lawler
Local Champion – Can Assist
Sustainability in Business – Regional Australia Bank
Sporting Achievement Award – Lauren Redgate
Community Spirit Award – James Constable
Murrurundi
Citizen of the Year – Gilliane Avard-Ng
Young Citizen of the Year – Ayann Hussain
Local Champion – Warren Bramley
Sporting Team of the Year – Murrurundi Public School Relay Team
Scone
Hunter McLoughlin Citizen of the Year – Jim Callinan
Young Citizen of the Year – Nicholas Wilson
Young Citizen of the Year – Renzy Perez
Local Champion – Margaret Wicks
Outstanding Work in Sustainability – Shane Roberts
School Achievement Awards
Jack Mobberley, Merriwa Central School
Kirra Harris, St Joseph’s High School
Sophie Gillet, Scone Grammar School
Ziggy Minter, Scone Grammar School
Creative Arts Excellence Awards
Jessica Bogaard, Scone High School
Josie Porter, Merriwa Central School
Michael Dunley, Scone Grammar School
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Merriwa Create and Grow Playgroup
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Merriwa Magpies RLFC
SEEKING LADIES LEAGUE TAG COACH
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LADIES LEAGUE TAG
ATTENTION LADIES
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Merriwa Swimming Club
COME AN TRY AFTERNOON
Merriwa Tennis Club
AGM & GENERAL MEETING
Monday 5th February at 6.30pm at the Merriwa RSL Club – Fletcher Room.
It’s a great facility we have and to have it running at its best we need committee members. So please come along and support our club.
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Merriwa & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry
GENERAL MEETING
We are back and ready for an amazing year!!
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Merriwa Physical Culture Inc
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2024 CLASS SCHEDULE
Class schedule for 2024
Life is better when you DANCE!
Information pack included with everything you need to know for 2024
Approved provider for 2024 Active and Creative Kids Vouchers
A dance class for everyone
Connection. Confidence. Sportsmanship
Register here 
https://www.revolutionise.com.au/merriwaphysie/registration/
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FIRST AID COURSE
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Cassilis Bowling Club
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Merriwa RSL Club
BINGO
LIVE MUSIC
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MARKET DAY
Call Patsy on 0448 472 777 to book a table. $10 per table.
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Transcare Hunter Ltd
Day Trip
TransCare will be running a day trip on the 16th February to Singleton.
We will be providing transport to and from Merriwa. Pick-up and drop-off will be from home.
Bookings are essential. Please call TransCare on 6545 3113 option 1, to book.
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Le Tour de Merriwa
https://events.auscycling.org.au/…/individual/events/1573
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Cassilis Rodeo
SAVE THE DATE
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Upper Hunter Shire Council
COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEES: OPEN CALL FOR MEMBERS
Upper Hunter Shire Council invites expressions of interest from community members to join the Community Advisory Committees of Aberdeen, Merriwa, Murrurundi, and Scone. We value your insights and encourage you to help shape our community’s future. Submit your expression of interest by completing the ‘Committee Membership Nomination Form’ available on our website.
Application Period: from 12 January 2024 to 12 February 2024.
Submissions:
Complete application online:
Hard copy nomination forms are available at Council Administration Buildings in Scone, Merriwa and Murrurundi.
Written submissions are invited from members of the public, and should be addressed to:
Mail:
The General Manager
Upper Hunter Shire Council
PO Box 208 SCONE NSW 2337
Email:
council@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au
Submissions should be received by close of business Friday 31 January 2024 .
For more information, contact Council on (02) 6540 1100.
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WORKS SCHEDULE – WEEK STARTING MONDAY, JANUARY 22 2024
Each week Upper Hunter Shire Council prepares a report detailing the work that our infrastructure crews plan to deliver in the coming week.
Scheduled work is merely an indication of what we intend to undertake and is not a guarantee of work being carried out. As factors such as weather, resource availability and unexpected needs can impact Councils priorities for the coming week.
Merriwa
Works Delivery
- Racecourse Road – Maintenance grading
- Comialla Road – Maintenance grading
- Golden Highway – Reactive heavy patching
- Golden Highway – Vegetation control
- Rest area maintenance
- Road inspections as required
- Action requests as required
Parks and Facilities
- Amenities maintenance
- Cemetery maintenance
- Parks, sports fields, rest areas, entrances/approaches, Showground Passive areas and reserves mowing and maintenance
- Weed control
- Playground inspections
- Actions requests as required
Water and Sewer
- Sewer treatment plant operation and maintenance
- Water treatment operation and maintenance
- Actions requests as required
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Have you seen something that needs attention?
Please use the Customer Request Management Form available online by clicking here to lodge an action with UHSC.
Alternatively, you can download and use the Snap, Send, Solve app from the App store. This app allows you to submit requests with various authorities or Local Council with ease. Learn more about the Snap, Send, Solve app here.
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