Community Input Sought at Drought Resilience Workshops Across Region

Published on 25 June 2024

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Griffith City Council, Murrumbidgee Council, Leeton Shire Council, and Narrandera Shire Council have joined forces to develop a comprehensive Regional Drought Resilience Plan, following the receipt of $560,000 from the Australian Government through the Future Drought Fund. This initiative aims to proactively explore opportunities to mitigate and alleviate the impacts of drought across the MIA.

Public input is crucial for the successful preparation of this plan. An online survey is now available via https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WR_RDRP for community participation, and a series of local drop-in sessions and workshops will be held across all four shires from 1-5 July 2024 – see below schedule of events.

  • Monday, 1 July:
    • Darlington Point: Drop-in session at Darlington Point Sports Club,
      5.00pm – 7.00pm
  • Tuesday, 2 July:
    • Coleambally: Workshop at Muddy Ducks Tapas & Events,
      8.30am – 11.00am
    • Narrandera: Workshop at Narrandera Emergency Operations Centre, 5.30pm – 8.00pm
    • Barellan: Workshop at Barellan Hall,
      9.00am – 11.00am
  • Wednesday, 3 July:
    • Leeton: Workshop at Leeton Hydro Hotel, 5.00pm – 7.30pm
      (Finger food will be provided at this session)
  • Thursday, 4 July:
    • Griffith: Workshop at Griffith City Council Foyer,
      5.30pm – 8.00pm
  • Friday, 5 July:
    • Griffith: Drop-in session at Griffith City Council Foyer,
      8.30am – 10.30am
    • Jerilderie: Drop-in session at Jerilderie Council Chambers,
      1.00pm – 2.30pm
    • Whitton: Drop-in session at Whitton Malt House, 8.00am – 10.00am
      (Free barista-made coffee will be available for attendees at the Whitton session)

Those unable to attend in person are encouraged to participate via the online survey linked above.

Murrumbidgee Council Mayor Ruth McRae said, “We have weathered the harsh impacts of past droughts and know that more will come. This is our chance to share our lived experiences to guide the plan and ensure our views are reflected in this comprehensive new drought plan.

Cr McRae said, “I urge every member of our community to share their invaluable insights by completing the survey. Your voice is crucial in shaping a future where we are better prepared and stronger.”

Leeton Shire Council Mayor Cr Tony Reneker echoed these sentiments, adding, “Our communities have shown incredible resilience in the face of drought. This collaborative effort provides an invaluable opportunity to draw on our collective knowledge and experiences. By participating in the survey and attending the workshops, we can help shape a robust plan that will better equip us for future droughts.”

ENDS

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Toneale O’Connell
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T. (02) 6953 0911
E. tonealeo@leeton.nsw.gov.au

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