Issue No. 451 - 28 January 2010
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Issue No. 451 - 28 January 2010 |
Kidz Day @ Cooks
Saturday, January 30 Bring the whole family along for heaps of fun at this Saturday's Kidz Day at Cooks. The event is on from 10.00am to 4.00pm and there will be something for everyone. The MoreFM "Teddy Bears' Picnic" will begin at 12 noon, but all other activities will be continuous. There will be a wide range of entertainment, including athletics (high jump, long jump competition), cycling (junior velocross and balance bikes), rugby competitions including obstacle course and throwing/kicking, Sport Wanganui events in conjunction with the YMCA, amusement features including an air worm, ferris wheel, train rides, jousting, Nemo, Madagascar, slides and castle. A range of community organisations will stage displays and demonstrations including:
The 'Animal Farm&' will include alpacas, which children can touch and hug. A wide range of food and drink outlets will be on site. There will also be spot prizes throughout the day, including some for the parents and grandparents such as cellphones and Hurricanes tickets. Admission is $8 for adults; children under the age of 14 (accompanied by an adult) free. There will be gate sales only, with admission through the St Hill Street, Cooks Street and Maria Place Extn gates from 10.00am. |
Become a Cemetery Detective!
As part of the 2010 Summer Nature Programme, the Historic Places Trust and historian Wendy Pettigrew will introduce the history of the cemetery, which is one of New Zealand's oldest public cemeteries. You can also take part in a quiz to discover our local history as written on the tombstones. There is no need to book for the History on the Headstones event. Meet at 2.30pm on Sunday, February 7, at the Guyton Street entrance to the cemetery. The cost is $4 for adults; $2 for children. |
Have your say
Draft Wanganui District Public Art Strategy Outstanding A Draft Wanganui District Public Art Strategy has been approved by Council for public consultation. The Council's strategy is to support and develop public art activities; and to assist the funding of art in public places, with the aim of improving the quality of life and creating an atmosphere and image of Wanganui compelling to residents and visitors. Council's strategic aims for public art are:
There are six major themes that define us as a city, a district and a community. These leading themes can provide a powerful framework for public art activity in its many forms: Awa city/Whanganui River; Wanganui historic city; Wanganui bicultural city; Wanganui peaceful city; Wanganui city of light; Wanganui surprising city. Consultation Your comments are welcomed and should be addressed to: Draft Wanganui District Public Art Strategy or delivered to the Customer Services Counter, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui If you have any queries or require further information, please contact Pete Gray at the Wanganui District Council, phone (06) 349 0001 or email Pete Gray. Comments are to be received by 5.00pm, Friday, 5 February 2010. |
Supporting cultural initiatives in Wanganui
Creative Communities New Zealand Local Arts Funding Scheme 2010 Te Mahi Taha Toi Me Te Mahi Whakangahau Mo Tenei Wahi Mo Nga Ropu Kei Te Pirangi Moni Awhinatia Mo Te Mahi Taha Toi Me Te Mahi Whakangahau Funding is available for local community based arts activities from the Creative Communities Scheme (CCS). The Scheme aims to increase participation in the arts at a local level, and increase the range and diversity of arts available to communities. Applications are now being called for from arts and cultural groups, organisations and individuals, based in the Wanganui District Council area. Application forms are available from: Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui There is a free Creative Communities funding workshop on: To register for the workshop and for further detailed information contact Sharon Duff, Community Development Consultant, phone 021 118 5036, email sharonsduff@gmail.com. This will be the only Creative Communities funding round for 2010. Applications close on Friday, 19 February 2010, at 12 noon. |
Proposed Wanganui District Council Animal Control Bylaw (2009)
(Sec 83, 86, 89, 155 and 158 of the Local Government Act 2002) Section 158 of the Local Government Act 2002 requires Wanganui District Council to review its Bylaws. In accordance with this requirement Council proposes to revoke and replace Part 4 – Animal Control - Wanganui District Council Consolidated Bylaw 1997 with a new Bylaw. Submissions are now invited on the Proposed Wanganui District Council Animal Control Bylaw (2009). Copies of the Proposed Bylaw, Summary of Information, Statement of Proposal and submission forms are available here. Submissions should be addressed to: The Chief Executive Submissions close at 5.00pm on Monday, 8 February 2010. |
Current vacancies
Details about the following vacancies are available on this page: Animal Control Officer (part time, 32 hours per week) Health & Safety Advisor (part time, 20 hours per week) Development Engineer Water/Wastewater Engineer (fixed term, parental leave cover) The Wanganui District Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. |
Council meetings
We welcome members of the public to attend our meetings Youth – Monday, February 8 (4.00pm, Council Chamber) Hearings – Thursday, February 11 (3.00pm, Committee Room 2) Agendas are available at the Customer Services Counter, Municipal Office Building, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui, and the Wanganui District Library two working days prior to the meeting. |
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On Sunday, February 7, you'll have the chance to become a 'Cemetery Detective' at Wanganui District Council's Heads Road Cemetery.