We are Local Government

Local Government Week is designed to showcase the work councils do in their communities, including the wide variety of services they provide.

The week aims to help move the conversation beyond roads, rates and rubbish, to the important and far-reaching role councils play as the hubs of their community. As a sector we are responsible for pools, parks and playgrounds, libraries, local festivals and lighting, cemeteries, community infrastructure and much more.

Monday 4 to Sunday 10 August 2025

Colouring-in competition

During Local Government Week 2025, Council is running a colouring-in competition for children ages 4-12 years old.

Colouring sheets can be downloaded and printed from the links below or collected from the Library. 

There are three age categories; 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12. We will award one winner from each category with a $50 gift voucher from Collins Booksellers Griffith. 

Completed entries are to be dropped to Griffith City Library no later than 4pm, Friday 8 August 2025. 

Colouring sheet - Age 4-6(PDF, 121KB)

Colouring sheet - Age 7-9(PDF, 724KB)

Colouring sheet - Age 10-12(PDF, 869KB)

Volunteer's morning tea

This year, Griffith City Council is using the week to say thank you to the selfless volunteers who support Council and to highlight some of the services and facilities the community enjoys.

Council will hold a Thank You Morning Tea for Council Volunteers to honour the unwavering commitment of our facility volunteers and numerous Committee members who generously give their time.

Date: Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Time: 9.30am - 11.00am
Location: Griffith Regional Theatre Foyer

Please RSVP to Council's Governance team on 6962 8183 or email govmail@griffith.nsw.gov.au

Griffith Regional Aquatic and Leisure Centre free come and try classes

Griffith Regional Aquatic Leisure Centre (GRALC) will offer free come and try classes for Griffith residents:

  • Monday, 4 August at 6am - Body Hiit 45 min
  • Tuesday, 5 August at 1:05pm - Spin & Strength 45 min
  • Wednesday, 6 August at 9.30am - TFC 45 minute
  • Thursday, 7 august at 6.05pm - Zumba 60 min
  • Friday, 8 August at 9.30am - Body Balance 60 min

Discover what the Griffith Tourism Hub is all about

Come along to the Griffith Tourism Hub and discover what the Visit Griffith team is all about.

Experience the region’s story as you wander through the interpretive display, enjoy a screening of our latest Griffith Region video, explore an incredible showcase of local produce and products, and pick up your free copies of the brand-new Griffith Mural Art Trail map and our handy walking and self-drive pocket guides.

Stay for a relaxed morning tea and a friendly chat with the team — we’d love to see you there!

Date: Wednesday, 6 August
Time: 10am

 Phone the Griffith Tourism Hub to register on 1800 681 141

Special Local Government Council Cafe

A special Local Government Week Council Cafe will be held during Local Government week. We will have lots of giveaways, and as always will be on hand to listen to any concerns or ideas you may have.

When: Thursday, 7 August 2025
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Where: Griffith City Library.

No RSVP required. We hope to see you there.

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