WHAT’S INSIDE RECORD ROAD AND INFRASTRUCTURE SPENDING MAJOR PROJECTS RECREATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL FOCUS WHAT’S ON
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WINTER 2022
KEY POINTS OF THE ANNUAL BUDGET
$163.2m
THE CONTRIBUTION OF YOUR RATES
annual budget 2022/23
$29.2m
record annual infrastructure spending 2022/23
$780m
program set for the next four years
For each dollar Council spends, only 55c comes from rates. While rates are an important way to fund services and infrastructure important to you, a large portion of the money we spend comes from other sources like grants, developer contributions and user fees.
WHAT WE’RE GETTING DONE To see everything we’re getting done this year and into the next four years, have a look at the Delivery Program and Operational Plan at maitland.nsw.gov.au/ delivery-program HINT: Head to page 41 to see everything that’s happening. Keep an eye out on our social media for regular updates on what we’re up to.
Download our plans by scanning the QR code.
MAYOR’S MESSAGE We have a plan in place for the next 12 months and into the next four years that’s been developed in consultation with you. Over the next year, some fantastic projects and services are on the way, plus record infrastructure spending with a big focus on roads and recreation. We know that you’ve been calling for improved roads. That’s why we’re spending more than ever and will be working on 161 local road projects around the City. We also know everyone is feeling the pressure of rising costs of living, and while our costs have increased by more than 5% with inflation, we’ve managed to hold rate rises this year to just 0.7%. That’s 44c per week for the average household. I’m really proud of what we have included in the plan for the City and excited for what’s on the way in the next 12 months and beyond. Mayor Philip Penfold
Mayor Philip Penfold mayor@maitland.nsw.gov.au
FIXING AND MAINTAINING MAITLAND’S ROADS Maintenance of our 700km road network, which grows at a rate of around 11km per year, is a critical part of our planned works for the next 12 months. Read on for some road work highlights or scan the QR code on page two and head to page 98 of the Operational Plan for more details.
161
$18
reconstruction, rehabilitation, reseal and rejuvenation projects
million
in road project value
MAJOR ROAD WORKS THORNTON ROAD NETWORK Some big road projects are set to transform the Thornton and Chisholm road network.
FARLEY RAIL BRIDGE AND BEYOND
ROAD AND MELVILLE FORD BRIDGE $2.5m will fund reconstruction works on Aberglasslyn Road, from Oakhampton Road to Melville Ford Bridge.
Starting later this year is $15m worth of work to improve the Raymond Terrace and Government Road intersection. Farley Rail Bridge
Around $2.5m has been allocated to upgrade the road and provide pedestrian access near the rail bridge underpass between Maitland and Farley.
Raymond Terrace and Government Road intersection
ABERGLASSLYN
Work between Oakhampton Road and Warbler Avenue started in April and will continue towards the river. An upgrade to Melville Ford Bridge is also on the way.
The work will start from the roundabout on top of the hill at Green Street, stretch under the rail bridge and finish at Owl Pen Lane.
Melville Ford Bridge
AND THERE’S A WHOLE LOT MORE What we’re touching on in this edition is just a small part of what Council will achieve this year, as we deliver everything from libraries to community events and place activations to customer service. Coffin Lane in Central Maitland recently activated
We’ll be sharing more about what we’re doing for Maitland in the future through Momentum and our social media.
IMPROVING RECREATION Some of the work includes the continuation of the Walka to Morpeth Shared Pathway, plus brighter and smarter LED floodlights for sportsgrounds in Morpeth, Gillieston Heights, Largs and Thornton. There will be an upgraded playground in Telarah, a new skatepark in Thornton and improvements to Maitland Park, including amenities at Robins Oval and changerooms at Maitland Aquatics Centre.
Somerset Sportsground will receive lighting upgrades
Robins Oval in Maitland Park
SUSTAINABILITY From what we hear from you, it’s clear that the environment is one of the most important issues in Maitland right now.
WASTE With waste, we’ll be introducing a bulky waste collection service and begin work on Maitland Resource Recovery Facility, meaning better recycling and less waste to landfill.
Community Planting Days
TREES We’ve secured budget to plant more trees than ever this year. We’ll be focusing on Community Planting Days, park and street trees, and creating and supporting more community run Landcare sites.
REMEDIATION We’re also taking the lead on the significant Hunter Estuary Coastal Management Program to improve the health of the Hunter River and working with the state government to remediate Walka Water Works.
Our upcoming Environmental Sustainability Strategy will inform how we respond to your environmental priorities. Make your mark by filling in the online survey.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY PLANTING DAYS SUNDAY 31 JULY (FOR NATIONAL TREE DAY) Somerset Park, Thornton
SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER Watervale Crescent, Chisholm
SATURDAY 13 AUGUST McKeachies Drive, Aberglasslyn
SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER Telarah Lagoon WINTER 2022
MAJOR PROJECTS THIS YEAR Progress continues on more than $200 million in Council infrastructure, major projects, and community works that will support the growth of our City. YOUR NEW TOWN HALL AND MAITLAND ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Town Hall and Maitland Administration Centre under construction
High Street in Central Maitland is transforming, with Town Hall being overhauled as the centerpiece of the street. The result will be a historical, heritage venue made modern, owned by you, and capable of hosting live music, plays, musicals, events, and more. The Maitland Administration Centre will be complete by the end of this year. This beautifully designed building will play a significant part in the revitalisation of High Street and improve our efficiency by moving staff from rented premises into one location.
NEW SPORTSGROUNDS This year we’ll be finalising the design for brand new sportsgrounds for growing populations in the west of the city.
New sportsgrounds on their way
REVAMPED HAROLD GREGSON PARK As part of the High Street transformation, we’re planning major upgrades to Harold Gregson Park, next to the Maitland Regional Athletics Facility. The enhancements are based on community consultation and will include an expanded skatepark, full sized basketball court, a nature based playspace and a stage area that can host events like markets and music.
NEW COMMUNITY FACILITIES IN THE EAST
Harold Gregson Park in Central Maitland
New community facilities coming to the east
We will construct three new community facilities in Thornton, Tenambit and Chisholm, which will cater for the growing population in these areas and provide updated, multipurpose spaces that meet the needs of those communities.
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WHAT’S ON Visit mymaitland.com.au for everything happening in Maitland this spring. AROMA COFFEE AND CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL – 13 AND 14 AUGUST
MAITLANES – SEPTEMBER TO NOVEMBER This spring, seven laneways in Central Maitland will burst into life with a string of engaging entertainment and interactive activities. From Stillsbury Lane, by the Imperial Hotel, all the way down to Coffin Lane and Drill Hall Lane, each laneway will boast their own unique theme and aesthetic, from feature lighting and greenery to murals and augmented reality to complement some live performances.
Maitland Aroma Coffee and Chocolate Festival
Keep your eyes peeled for more information on our program of laneway pop ups in the coming weeks at maitland.nsw.gov.au
Ward off the winter chill when the warm aroma of freshly ground coffee beans, rich melted chocolate, and decadent dishes descend on Maitland this August. This festival of the senses will see the Riverside Car Park come alive, and rugged up visitors can enjoy some indulgent produce from the Hunter Valley Region and beyond. Maitlanes
For more information, visit maitlandaroma.com.au
WHAT’S COMING UP IN MAITLAND? FUTURE MAITLAND 31 August
STREET EATS EAST MAITLAND ANZAC Park, 25 September
STREET EATS EAST MAITLAND MacGowan Street Park, 22 July
RIVERLIGHTS MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL The Levee, 8 October
WARMING THE STREETS MINI MARKET The Levee, 23 July
STREET EATS THORNTON Wirraway Park, 14 October
BURTON AUTOMOTIVE HUNTER ELLED VALLEY STEAMFEST CANC Maitland Station, 30 and 31 July
BITTER & TWISTED BOUTIQUE BEER FESTIVAL Maitland Gaol, 5 and 6 November
AROMA COFFEE AND CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL The Riverside Carpark, 13 and 14 August
MATTRESS MUSTER Maitland Showground, 25 and 26 November
STREET EATS ABERGLASSLYN Golden Whistler Park, 26 August
Maitland City Council
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Disclaimer: This newsletter has been prepared by Maitland City Council from information available as at Friday 1 July 2022. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information herein however Maitland City Council accepts no responsibility for any consequences resulting from misdescription or inadvertent errors.