Thursday, 28 November 2024 07:27
More paramedics and call takers to join NSW Ambulance
NSW Ambulance has welcomed 23 new paramedic interns and 21 trainee emergency medical call takers after they were officially inducted into the service at a sepecial ceremony.
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Wednesday, 27 November 2024 11:48
BEATING THE HEAT IN BLACKTOWN CITY
WITH high temperatures expected today Blacktown City Council recommends residents be ready to keep their cool and bet the heat.
- Keep windows and blinds closed during the hottest part of the day.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Have cool packs in the freezer ready to use.
- Keep pets indoors with enough food and water.
- Head to a cool space, such as a local shopping centre or library..
- With more people in the water and out in the sun we all have to remember to be water and sun smart..
Parents should always maintain active supervision of their children when in or around water.
During a hot weather event, Council maintains a responsibility to ensure the safety of Council Workers and others at Council. Measures will in place for the safety of our team.
Residents can also seek relief from the heat in local libraries.
• Max Webber Library 9.30 am - 7.45 pm at the corner of Flushcombe Road and Alpha Street, Blacktown
• Our Library @ The Mount Druitt Hub − 9.30 am - 6.00 pm 9 Ayres Grove, Mount Druitt
• Dennis Johnson Library − 9.30 am - 6.00 pm 1 Sentry Dr, Stanhope Gardens
• Riverstone Library & Digital Hub − 9.30 am - 5.00 pm Riverstone Village, Riverstone Parade &, Market St
• Lalor Park Library − 9.30 am - 5.00 pm 1 Freeman St, Lalor Park NSW 2147
For more information on how to beat the heat visit blacktown.nsw.gov.au/beattheheat or call 5300 6000.
Splash park extended hours.
In response to the hot weather forecast this week Council are extending our splash park hours starting 26 November 2024, through to 28 February 2025.
Splash parks will open daily from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm. From 1 December this will extend to 9.00 am to 6.30 pm.
Find a local splash park in the Park Directory on Council's website (you can filter by 'water play' under 'features' on the right of the page). www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au
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Monday, 25 November 2024 13:01
MAYOR HAILS COMMON SENSE WIN FOR COMMUNITY
BLACKTOWN City Mayor Brad Bunting has hailed as a win for the community the NSW Government moving away from plans to add many thousands of new homes to Glenwood and Stanhope Gardens without adequate infrastructure.
The NSW Government’s revised Bella Vista and Kellyville rezoning proposal has removed Glenwood and Stanhope Gardens from the area and dramatically scaled down the new homes planned from 20,700 to 4,600.
Mayor Bunting with the community had successfully appealed for extended community consultation given there were no plans for new community facilities, parks or increased road capacity.
“The NSW Government decision to remove Glenwood and Stanhope Gardens from the rezoning is a win for common sense,” he said.
“I heard from many residents who were concerned about the lack of infrastructure planned to accompany the proposed development.
“I’m pleased Council and local representatives were able to advocate and achieve a better outcome for our community, and I thank the NSW Government for its response.”
The Department of Planning received 5,390 submissions about the Bella Vista and Kellyville rezoning proposal.
In addition to the reduced housing target, the changes to the Bella Vista and Kellyville rezoning proposal will include more parks and trees.
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