Billy Kart Derby success, Council meeting wrap up - Mayoral Column 23 January 2019
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It was a wonderful weekend in Cooma for the 2019 instalment of the Monaro Billy Kart Derby. The annual derby has quickly become one of the most exciting events in our region.
Held at the Cooma Showground on Sunday, the derby saw competitors of all ages race billy karts they had designed and built themselves. From bathtubs to speed boats, the creative designs were something to behold.
Congratulations to the following winners: 5-8 years, Kai Frezza; 9-14 years, Safia Nassar; 18-over, Tom Brown; Novelty, David Thompson; Business, Cody Clarke, Emergency Services, Ben Morley; and Overall Fastest, Reece Allport.
Last Thursday, Councillors met for the first Ordinary Council Meeting of the year at the Bombala Community Centre. A number of interesting and well thought out presentations were delivered: •Mr Shane Trengove, a resident of East Jindabyne spoke about the potential of releasing land around Lake Jindabyne. •Ms Marnie Davis spoke on a DA that went before Council. •Mr Ian Hampton discussed the Snowy Mountains Engineering Corporation’s Fluid Mechanics Laboratory. •Mrs Jackie Mellon presented a case for a youth centre in Bombala.
Council resolved to form a water and sewer committee that will facilitate greater understanding of issues related to water/sewer between Council staff, councillors and the community.
Councillors Peter Beer and Anne Maslin will sit on the committee, as well as Deputy Mayor Lynley Miners and myself.
On Saturday, our towns and villages will come together to celebrate Australia Day with community events to be held throughout the Snowy Monaro.
It’s an opportunity for each community to recognise those valued individuals and groups who make living where we do, so wonderful.
For a list of Australia Day activities, please visit Council’s website or call Council on 1300 345 345.
On Tuesday, January 29, construction is expected to commence to upgrade Cooma’s Centennial Park playground. The playground will be closed for about a month, but once complete the recreational space will quickly become a favourite for families.
Mayor John Rooney Snowy Monaro Regional Council