Bain Estate Applications close 3 April 2020 at 12noon. For those applying, please remember to contact Mary-Ann Davidson before submitting your application on 9863 4012.
Further information can be found athttps://www.dumbleyung.wa.gov.au/bain-estate-future-fund
In May 2013 the Shire of Dumbleyung was the sole beneficiary to the Estate of Ian Bain. The will contained a wish that the money be used to assist sporting groups, emergency organisations and hospital services within the shire; however the wish does not impose an obligation to restrict spending to these three areas. The intention of Council is for the Bain Estate Distribution to be used for the benefit of the shire over a thirty year period of time. The aim is to distribute the money to the community in similarly equal distributions over the thirty year period, taking into account the time value of money.
East Dumbleyung declared water deficient
A 'Water Deficiency Declaration' is a government response to safeguard the commercial interests of farmers during very dry periods. A declaration occurs when a group of five or more farmers require water from an off-farm source and must travel greater than a 40-kilometre radius from their farm to get this.
A declaration requires the government to provide water for livestock needs at a central storage point.
The process leading to a declaration of 'water deficiency' involves a local government making a formal request to the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation which, after consulting with the Department of Agriculture and Food, makes a recommendation to the Minister for Water.
The Minister has announced the Water Deficiency Declaration for East Dumbleyung. Water is currently being carted into tanks located at Nenke Park in Kukerin.
Farmers who have registered their stock numbers will be contacted by the Shire via SMS when the water supply is ready to be accessed.
This non-potable water supply is available for registered users only under the Water Deficiency Declaration – for emergency stock water only. Signs will be placed on the tanks to advise this. Farmers can be added to this list however they must contact Claudia Hadlow at the Landcare Office on 0429 612 447 or 9863 4225 or the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation on 98410100.
The water supply will be monitored; however, Farmers will be asked to work together to advise each other of tank levels or have allocated days to access the water. If supplies are not keeping up or there are carting issues, please let the Shire know immediately. Also please report if you sell livestock or receive rain and no-longer need to access the water from Nenke Park.
Community Directory Submissions
Each year the Shire of Dumbleyung provide the service of a community directory which is available publicly for our community. Submissions and updates for the 2020 edition are open until the 28 February 2020. To view the 2019 Community Directory CLICK HERE.
If you wish to update or submit your contact details, please contact the shire on 9863 4012 or via email ntaylor@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au with the following information:
• Surname
• First Name Initials
• Postal Address
• Residential Address
• Phone Number
• Fax Number
• Email Address
Please note – Requests to edit other people’s entries requires their approval for amendment and changes to that of others will be disregarded should you request on their behalf.
Fundraising Opportunity – Catering for Council Meetings
Community/Sporting Groups or Individuals are invited to put their names forward for catering for one or more of the 2020 Council Meetings. (If we have a large number of responses then it may mean that some groups/individuals may only be able to cater once and dates are awarded on first in best dressed.) Caterers are asked to provide a main course and dessert for a minimum of 10 people and are paid $32 per head for February through to November. The December Christmas Dinner can be up to $40 per head depending on the menu and expressions of interest are sought for this closer to the date. If you are looking for a little extra income then this is a simple and easy opportunity for local groups to raise funds.
We require caterers for the following meetings:
20 February 2020
19 March 2020
16 April 2020
21 May 2020
18 June 2020
16 July 2020
20 August 2020
17 September 2020
15 October 2020
19 November 2020
To register your interest for the 2020 roster please contact Zoey Eyre on emailzeyre@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au or phone 98634012 with your preferred months as soon as possible. Groups/Individuals will be contacted asap with confirmation of months.
Houses For Rent
Well aged units available for rent:
42A Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
23 Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
1/32 Bath Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
2/32 Bath Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
27B Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $140 per week
Unit 4,37 Harvey Street, Dumbleyung: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $140 per week
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