Spring Momentum 2023

WHAT’S INSIDE

ROADS AND RECREATION ENVIRONMENT

MAITLAND YOUR SAY HAS A NEW LOOK WHAT’S ON

MAYOR’S MESSAGE

With the winter chill behind us, we can now look forward to more beautiful weather ahead.

We’ve seen a lot of action on some of our big projects these last few months, including the commencement of bulky waste collection, continued road improvements, and upgrades at Harold Gregson Reserve in Central Maitland. This project is in the final stages and I’m sure our community will be keen to start using the facilities there, including a new playground and event lawn.

Our new General Manager, Jeff Smith is settling in very well at Council after taking on the role in July. From day one, Jeff has hit the ground running, getting out to meet our community and getting to know our organisation in detail so he can help improve our services.

There’s also plenty brewing in the event space, with tickets on sale for Bitter & Twisted which returns Saturday 4 November. Before that, we’ll celebrate our next flagship event, Maitland Riverlights, from Tuesday 3 to Saturday 7 October. We hope to see you there.

It is an honour and a privilege to have the opportunity to lead Maitland City Council operations as the new General Manager.

I thank our mayor and councillors for trusting me to lead the operation of this organisation. I would also like to acknowledge my predecessor, David Evans, for his incredible service to this city over the last 50 years. He leaves an incredible legacy and big shoes to fill.

It is evident that our staff are our greatest asset, and I look forward to working with them to drive a culture of customer focus, continuous improvement, and accountability.

Maitland is an evolving and growing city. This growth comes with many opportunities and challenges, and I will focus on ensuring our Council seeks to balance both shaping our future and respecting our past in the right way. Not everyone will agree on how we best do that however I am committed to ongoing engagement and listening to the views of our community.

Thank you to all the community members who have already welcomed me to the role. I look forward to leading our team for many years as we deliver valued services and improved infrastructure to our growing community.

Mayor Philip Penfold Jeff Smith

GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE

ENVIRONMENT

MAITLAND RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY (MRRF)

The first stage of the former Mount Vincent Road Waste Management Centre’s transformation into a modern and dedicated resource recovery centre is now open.

Phase one of the upgrades include a dedicated mixed waste, adverse weather drop off bay with sealed roads providing improved vehicle access during slippery conditions, and easier drop off of recyclable items.

Find out more about the multi stage MRRF transformation by visiting mait.city/MRRF

LOCAL LANDCARE GROUPS LEADING THE CHARGE

Do you have a passion for the local environment and want to help restore and rehabilitate green spaces across Maitland? Consider joining one of our local Landcare groups at:

• Earthcare Park, East Maitland (next to Beryl Humble Oval) - meets the second Saturday of the month from 9.00am

• John Wilkinson Sports Complex, Bolwarra – meets the fourth Sunday of the month from 9.00am

For more information, and to keep up with new sites planned in Telarah and Ashtonfield, please visit mait.city/landcare

HOW YOU CAN AVOID UNNECESSARY FOOD WASTE

We’ve partnered with Good in the Hood for a series of workshops exploring how to avoid food wastage when creating delicious food and help our community.

Each workshop is free, interactive and available online via Zoom.

To register and watch the previous three workshops, visit mait.city/FOGO

UPCOMING COMMUNITY PLANTING DAYS

Spring into action this October as we kick off a series of community planting days throughout spring.

• Somerset Drive, Thornton

Sunday 1 October 9.00am to 12.00pm

• Mt Vincent Road, East Maitland

Sunday 8 October 9.00am to 12.00pm

Information about planting days can be found at mait.city/MCCplanting

Maitland Resource Recovery Facility

Proper food waste disposal

Planting in Bolwarra

ROADS

AND

RECREATION

NEW COMMUNITY CENTRES COMING TO CHISHOLM AND TENAMBIT

The next planning phase for two new community centres in Tenambit and Chisholm has begun.

Following extensive community consultation in 2022, design concepts were developed for both sites in August. We then held two public information sessions to share and discuss these designs with interested community members.

The new Tenambit Community Centre will replace the existing Tenambit Hall, while Chisholm Community Centre will be a new build on Heritage Drive.

The construction of both centres is due to begin in 2024. You can view the concept designs at mait.city/HaveYourSay

ROAD WORK AND FOOTPATH UPDATES

Upgrades along Athel D’Ombrain Drive in Central Maitland continue with kerb, gutter and underground drainage works now complete and new footpaths laid near Bent Street. Road pavement works and embankment widening are taking place throughout September.

Footpath works have been completed at Lochinvar Oval with new paths laid, and footpath refurbishments have wrapped up along Lawes Street, East Maitland between George and William streets. Drainage works have been taking place around Day Street and Melbourne Street in East Maitland to make the area more flood resilient. Works include opening the drainage channel and installing an additional pipe and flood flap adjacent to East Maitland train station.

PROJECTS THIS FINANCIAL YEAR

ROAD REHABILITATION

20 + projects

ROAD RESURFACING

120 + projects

FOOTPATHS

6 projects

New footpath on Athel D’Ombrain Drive

Concept design of the Chisholm Community Centre

MAITLAND YOUR SAY HAS A NEW LOOK AND FEEL

We’re excited to launch our new platform for engagement. This platform will be another way you can talk to us, providing an engaging and accessible way to have your say.

Please visit the site and register to receive information about the topics and suburbs that interest you. You can visit mait.city/HaveYourSay or scan the QR code to check it out.

DISABILITY INCLUSION ACTION PLAN

We have partnered with Community Disability Alliance Hunter (CDAH) to develop a comprehensive Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) that reflects the diverse needs and experiences of individuals living with disabilities in our region.

If you have a lived experience of disability, care for someone with a disability, work or volunteer in the disability sector, or have a passion for the topic, we’d love to hear from you. Visit mait.city/DIAP to add to our vision board and take the survey.

CLOSING THE LOOP ON THORNTON SKATE PARK

After phase two of community engagement, where we asked you which design you preferred for the new Thornton Skate Park, we are happy to announce that the winning concept was option one. This design features a halfpipe with spine and box jump, kinked floating ledge, vert wall, flat banks, rails and more. Construction will commence in early 2024 following the completion of the new Largs Skate Park. You can view the concept design by visiting mait.city/ThorntonSkatePark

Concept design of Thornton Skate Park

Recent pop up event

Accessing Rutherford Library

WHAT’S ON MAITLAND

RIVERLIGHTS

3 - 7 OCTOBER 2023

This October, Maitland Riverlights is back, bigger and better than ever. Expanding to a week long format, Riverlights celebrates our community’s many rich cultures and fascinating diversity through food, dance, music and interactive experiences.

You can pick up a new phrase or two, learn a dance routine or discover some cooking tips to use at home. Maitland Riverlights is the ultimate destination for seeing, tasting, feeling and experiencing different cultures from around the world, right here in Maitland.

For more information, visit maitlandriverlights.com.au

Maitland Riverlights is made possible thanks to funding from the NSW Government and our sponsors, 2NURFM, Newcastle Airport and University of Newcastle.

BITTER & TWISTED BOUTIQUE BEER FESTIVAL

4 - 5 NOVEMBER 2023

Tickets are selling fast for Bitter & Twisted Boutique Beer Festival, which returns to the historic grounds of Maitland Gaol on the first weekend of November.

Headlining this year’s festival are ARIA award winning band Melbourne Ska Orchestra on the Saturday and Aussie rock legend Phil Jamieson on the Sunday, plus there’s over 80 craft beers to sample, including IPA, lagers, pilsners and more.

Saturday is an over 18s only event, while Sunday is all ages (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult at all times).

Book your tickets now at bitterandtwisted.com.au

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

Make it Maitland these school holidays with events, activities and entertainment for the whole family. Find out what’s on by visiting mait.city/SchoolHolidays

Maitland City Council

263 High Street, Maitland NSW 2320 t 02 4934 9700

FOR YOUR CALENDAR

THE RESIDENCE PARANORMAL EXPERIENCE

Maitland Gaol

23 September, 7, 13 and 21 October

RACHEL’S FARM FILM SCREENING

Gillieston Heights Community Hub

6 October

CHURCH STREET SPRING FAIR*  Church Street

13 and 14 October

LIVE AT THE LEVEE

Coffin Lane, Central Maitland

20 October

STREET EATS MORPETH

Ray Lawler Reserve

27 October

COLLECTING IN COLOUR: STORIES OF FASHION AND ART

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

Exhibtion open until 29 October

IF MAITLAND INDIE WRITERS FESTIVAL AND ARTFEST*

20 to 29 October

CROWNLAND

Maitland Regional Art Gallery Exhibition open until 5 November

HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL CLEANOUT

Cleanaway Depot Rutherford

11 November

STREET EATS ASHTONFIELD

Shamrock Hill Park

12 November

THE LEVEE BLACK FRIDAY SALE

The Levee, Central Maitland

24 and 25 November

SANTA PHOTOS AT THE LEVEE

The Levee, Central Maitland

Starting 30 November

STREET EATS GILLIESTON HEIGHTS Gillieston Heights Community Hub

8 December

A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS The Levee, Central Maitland

10 December

*Vibrant City Sponsorship recipient

For more, visit mymaitland.com.au

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