Life stories of the Macleay in flood premieres Published on 29 October 2024 The Kempsey Theatre came alive today with the premiere of Life Stories of the Macleay in Flood, a film that captures the deep-rooted experiences and unwavering spirit of the Macleay Valley community during some of the most severe floods in its history. Tagged as: , A message from your Council, Community Life, Emergencies and Disasters
Bushfire danger period approaching Published on 05 August 2024 The 2024 Bush Fire Danger period for the Kempsey LGA is due to start on 1 September 2024. This is a permanent date change. Brush up on your responsibilities when lighting fires during this period. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Landslip, stormwater drainage and Smithtown levee repair Published on 13 June 2024 The projects teams from around Council have been working hard on several projects this month, including the Toorumbee Road landslip remediation, Stuarts Point stormwater remediation, and Smithtown Levee Bank remediation. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
What are the options to mitigate flooding in the Lower Macleay? Published on 07 March 2024 The Lower Macleay is one step closer to a comprehensive Flood Study and Flood Risk Management Plan with the formation of the Flood Risk Reference Group and a community workshop to be held at Smithtown Hall on 15 March. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Flood Risk Management Group finalised Published on 22 February 2024 Kempsey Council voted to approve the endorsed representatives for the Flood Risk Management Reference Group at their February meeting. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters, Environment, Mayor and Councillors
Want to learn to empower community voices? Published on 08 February 2024 The Resilience Canopy is a new nationwide program to build strong and challenge-ready communities, able to adapt to future shocks and stresses from natural hazards or other societal events. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Community facilities dominate final Council meeting of 2023 Published on 20 December 2023 Among the agenda items considered by Council were the Aquatic Strategy and an update on the status of the Macleay Valley Recreation Adventure Park. Tagged as: , Adventure Park, Emergencies and Disasters, Sports and Recreation, Tourism
Bushfire Recovery Centre – Hat Head Published on 08 November 2023 Face-to-face bushfire recovery support and services will be available, including financial assistance, mental health and wellbeing services and support for businesses. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
New Lower Macleay Flood Risk Reference Group calls for members Published on 07 November 2023 Interested members of the community are invited to submit expressions of interest in the newly formed Lower Macleay Flood Risk Reference Group. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters, Environment
Bushfire recovery centre open in Willawarrin Published on 26 October 2023 Face-to-face bushfire recovery support is available for individuals, families, farmers and businesses in Kempsey. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters