Greetings!
All the Councillors and staff here at Muswellbrook Shire Council wish you a very happy and safe Easter.
If you are looking for something to do over the Easter long weekend, visit our Things To Do page, there is an Easter Egg hunts at the pools on Saturday, and many venues remaining open all weekend.
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Construction set to begin on $3.6m library renovation
The Muswellbrook branch of the Upper Hunter Regional Libraries is receiving a major extension.
A smarter floor plan will accomodate more diverse library functions, this includes a communication hub that allows socialising and internet access, separate young adults and seniors areas, a regional history room, a climate controlled room to protect local heritage documents and an impressive new children's collection and activity area. Each section of the library will be fitted out in custom designed finishings and furniture.
This project has been made possible through the Federal Government Economic Stimulus funding of $2.17m and funding of $200,000 from the State Libraries NSW Library Development Grant. Remaining funds will be a direct contribution from Muswellbrook Shire Council.
Temporary premises
Muswellbrook library will be closed from the 1st of April to begin renovations. This branch will re-open at a temporary location from early May, after a short period of in-operation. The temporary location is the former 'HACC' building located at 157 Maitland Street, Muswellbrook (in front of Council's Administration Centre). All other Upper Hunter Regional Libraries will continue to operate as usual. For your convenience the Visitor Information Centre, at 87 Hill Street, will be accepting returns.
Map to temporary library location
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New skate park for Muswellbrook
A new skate park for Muswellbrook has been designed for all levels of skaters and free range bikers from beginner to the experienced levels. The skate park will be located adjacent to the Indoor Sports Centre in Rutherford Rd and is due for completion by late June 2010.
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Bridge Street revitalisation
New kerb and guttering, improved footpath surface, shading, plantings, lights and street furniture are all planned for a section of Bridge Street, Muswellbrook as part of the CBD Strategic Plan, with the goal to revitalise Muswellbrook's CBD.
These works will take place on the eastern side of Bridge Street between Market Street and Brook Street. Work is due to commence mid year. Construction work will create some inconvenience; however Council will make a priority to keep this to a minimum.
To get the full picture of the plan for Muswellbrook's CBD download the CBD Strategic Plan document (550kb pdf) a joint production of the Muswellbrook Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Muswellbrook Shire Council. |
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Repairing roads has just become quicker, cheaper and easier with Council's new
Jetpatcher... 
The Jetpatcher does a better job at sealing our roads, particularly when it comes to road edges. Our roads will be more resistant to water damage and repairs will last much longer.
So look out for the Jetpatcher, affectionately nicknamed "Angus" because it's a little bit fancy, and know that our local roads are in good hands. Read the full article here. | |
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Composting is a simple, low cost way to re-use your food and garden waste as fertiliser for your garden.
Visit the My Environment section of our website for other helpful tips and tricks to save waste and water in your garden. Council even sell recycled plastic compost bins at cost price, only $46. To purchase one from us just drop into the Administration Centre during business hours. |
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