More media releases

July 2024

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  Reminder – Grass Roots Competition Just Around The Corner

  Tue, 16 Jul 2024

  The highly anticipated Grass Roots Open Mic Competition is just weeks away, with local musicians of all ages urged to register and start preparing their best material.

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  A Powerful And Contemplative Performance That Challenges And Moves The Heart

  Thu, 11 Jul 2024

  Griffith Regional Theatre is proud to present the powerful and contemplative performance, The Visitors, on Thursday 15 August 2024.

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  New Face Behind The Wheel Of Griffith City Library’s Mobile Library

  Wed, 10 Jul 2024

  The Griffith City Library’s Bookmobile is hitting the road with a fresh new face behind the wheel. Kerry Ovalle, the newly appointed operator, brings her love for books to every stop.

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  A Taste Of Italy Griffith Is Back

  Mon, 08 Jul 2024

  The highly anticipated ‘A Taste of Italy Griffith’ is back for another year and the Tourism Team is thrilled to reveal what’s in store for 2024.

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  We Will Rock You With The Killer Queen Experience

  Thu, 04 Jul 2024

  The Griffith Regional Theatre will rock patrons when The Killer Queen Experience hits the stage on Friday, 19 July at 8pm.

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  Visit Griffith City Library For School Holiday Fun

  Wed, 03 Jul 2024

  Griffith City Library has a fantastic line-up of activities for the upcoming school holidays.

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  A De-lovely Morning Celebrating Cole Porter’s Greatest Hits

  Mon, 01 Jul 2024

  Get ready to be swept away by the elegance and charm of Cole Porter's timeless music in the dazzling new production, It's De-Lovely – A Celebration of Cole Porter.

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June 2024

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  Griffith City Council Adopts 2024/25 Budget

  Fri, 28 Jun 2024

  Griffith City Council adopted its 2024/25 Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan (LTFP) at its Council meeting on Tuesday 25 June 2024.

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  Non-resident Ratepayers Eligible To Vote In September 2024 Local Government Elections

  Fri, 28 Jun 2024

  Non-resident ratepayers within the Griffith City Council area are encouraged to enrol and vote in the upcoming local government elections, scheduled for September 2024.

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  Have You Had Your Say On The Future Of Griffith Yet?

  Fri, 28 Jun 2024

  Griffith City Council is calling on all residents to participate in shaping the future of Griffith through the Community Strategic Plan (CSP) Review.

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  Input Sought At Drought Resilience Workshops

  Thu, 27 Jun 2024

  Griffith City, Murrumbidgee, Leeton, and Narrandera Councils have joined forces to develop a comprehensive Regional Drought Resilience Plan.

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  Griffith Residents Urged To Refrain From Feeding Wild Birds

  Thu, 27 Jun 2024

  Griffith City Council is asking residents to refrain from feeding wild birds following reports that pigeons are being fed regularly around the Coolah Street area.

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  Griffith Residents Invited To Naidoc Week Events

  Fri, 21 Jun 2024

  Griffith City Council will mark NAIDOC Week with a flag raising ceremony followed by dancing and cultural activities at the Griffith City Library later in the week.

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  Final Call Out For Citrus Sculpture Entries

  Thu, 20 Jun 2024

  Time is running out for the chance to be involved in the Real Juice Company Citrus Sculptures as part of Griffith Spring Fest 2024.

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  Council Hosts Sold-out Business Planning Event

  Wed, 19 Jun 2024

  Last Thursday, Griffith City Council held a highly successful, sold-out Business Planning & Strategic Thinking event.

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  Sports Centre Announces Temporary Changes Due To Maintenance And Electoral Commission Use

  Mon, 17 Jun 2024

  The Griffith Regional Sports Centre has announced a temporary change in availability of its facilities to accommodate scheduled maintenance works and to serve the community during the NSW Local Government Election period.

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  Griffith City Council Community Grants Awarded

  Thu, 13 Jun 2024

  Griffith City Council has awarded community grants to two local organisations allowing them to deliver community-based projects. The successful Community Grant Applications for Round 2 2023/2024 were Griffith and Regional Association of the Performing Art (GRAPA) and TEDx Griffith Auspiced by Griffith Women in Business.

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  Action-packed Exhibition To Open At Artspace

  Wed, 12 Jun 2024

  The next exhibition in the Griffith Regional Theatre’s Artspace will showcase local photography and an historic occasion when it opens on Monday 24 June 2024.

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  Griffith’s Drinking Water Supply And Quality Will Not Be Interrupted By Mi Works On Main Canal

  Fri, 07 Jun 2024

  Murrumbidgee Irrigation is currently conducting maintenance on the main canal. As part of these works the canal has been temporarily drained.

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  A Unique Out-of-theatre Experience Not To Be Missed

  Thu, 06 Jun 2024

  Griffith Regional Theatre, RAREBIRD ensemble and Limone Dining are presenting a one-of-a-kind cabaret show, “Love & Forgetting – Tales from a Young Mixer,” for two nights only.

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  Local Artist Sophie Chauncy Exhibits "trails"

  Thu, 06 Jun 2024

  Griffith Regional Art Gallery is proudly hosting a new solo exhibition by Riverina based Artist, Sophie Chauncy. This is the first time Ms Chauncy has had a solo exhibition at the Gallery.

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  Investment Prospectus 2024 Launched

  Tue, 04 Jun 2024

  Griffith City Council is pleased to announce the launch of a new Investment Prospectus, aimed at driving jobs and economic growth in the region.

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  Reminder: No Access To Banna Lane From Kookora Street

  Mon, 03 Jun 2024

  As work on Yambil Street Stage 4 progresses, several near misses involving motorists driving the wrong way down Banna Lane have been reported.

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  Get Ready To Take To The Stage For Grass Roots Open Mic Comp

  Mon, 03 Jun 2024

  The highly anticipated Grass Roots Open Mic competition returns to Griffith Regional Theatre on Sunday 4 August at 2pm, and this year marks a significant milestone.

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  Sikh Games 2024 - Traffic Management Plan

  Mon, 03 Jun 2024

  The 26th Shaheedi Tournament (Griffith Sikh Games) will be held 8-9 June 2024 at the Ted Scobie Oval, Collina and Griffith Regional Sports Centre.

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May 2024

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  Griffith City Council Officially Unveils The New Mountain Bike Track

  Thu, 30 May 2024

  Griffith City Council is pleased to announce the completion of its new Mountain Bike Track. Covering approximately 4.5 kilometres of tracks, a skills area, shelter, fences, and a car park.

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  Griffith City Council's Da Tracking System Is Undergoing Maintenance

  Thu, 30 May 2024

  Griffith City Council’s Development Application (DA) Tracking System is currently undergoing maintenance and is unavailable.

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  New Community Flagpole Celebrates Diversity In Griffith

  Wed, 29 May 2024

  Multicultural community organisations in Griffith can now request to fly a flag at the Griffith Community Gardens to recognise dates of significance to the community.

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  Positive Insights Revealed From Latest Griffith Business Survey

  Wed, 29 May 2024

  The latest Griffith Business Survey has uncovered some encouraging trends including an overall increase in sales compared to previous years.

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  Art Gallery Calls For Entries For The National Contemporary Jewellery Awards

  Mon, 27 May 2024

  The National Contemporary Jewellery Award, staged every two years by Griffith Regional Art Gallery, is now inviting entries from contemporary jewellery practitioners across Australia.

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  Australia’s Premier Comedy Roadshow Is Coming Your Way!

  Fri, 24 May 2024

  Griffith, get ready for a night of laughter and hilarity as the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow rolls into town!

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  Master Locksmiths Access Key (mlak) System To Be Reinstated

  Wed, 22 May 2024

  Griffith City Council is set to reinstate the Master Locksmiths Access Key (MLAK) system for eligible users.

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  Griffith Mayor Calls On Community Leaders To Join The Mission To Help End Homelessness

  Wed, 22 May 2024

  Mayor Curran is challenging other leaders in Griffith to bring their sleeping bags or swags and join him to sleepout for a good cause.

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  Griffith City Council’s Director Sustainable Development Resigns

  Tue, 21 May 2024

  Griffith City Council wishes to advise that Bruce Gibbs, Director of Sustainable Development, has resigned effective Thursday, 13 June 2024.

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  Council Provides An Update Regarding Relocation Of Animals

  Thu, 16 May 2024

  Griffith City Council would like to provide an update regarding the relocation of the animals residing at Lake Wyangan.

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  Council Invites You To A Free Business Workshop: Business Planning & Strategic Thinking

  Thu, 16 May 2024

  Council invites all local businesses to participate in a free Business Planning & Strategic Thinking Workshop.

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  Griffith City Council Receives Special Rate Variation Determination

  Tue, 14 May 2024

  The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has partially approved Griffith City Council’s Special Rate Variation (SRV) application.

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  The Tap Pack Conjures Up A Modern Twist To The Cool Classics

  Fri, 10 May 2024

  Following sold-out shows and rave reviews on London’s West End, at Sydney Opera House and around the world, Australia’s hottest tap dance sensation, The Tap Pack is coming to Griffith Regional Theatre on Sunday 2 June 2024.

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  Highway Of Lost Hearts Hits The Stage

  Thu, 09 May 2024

  Griffith Regional Theatre welcomes Bathurst-based production company Lingua Franca in May with their production of “Highway of Lost Hearts”.

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  Australian Music Sensation Brad Cox Set To Captivate Live Audiences

  Thu, 09 May 2024

  Australian music sensation Brad Cox is coming to Griffith Regional Theatre on his solo tour, Yarns and Yodels, on Saturday 1 June 2024 at 7.30pm. Fans can look forward to a rich and diverse showcase of Brad's talents, spanning from upbeat country pop to moving piano ballads.

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  Online Payment System For Rates And Water Expanded

  Thu, 09 May 2024

  In an effort to make life easier for residents and save funds, Council has expanded its email notification system for rates and water services.

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  Mid-autumn Stubble Burning Update – Fires Out By 2pm

  Thu, 09 May 2024

  Farmers asked to consider the impacts of their crop residue fires on their neighbours and the broader community.

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  Griffith City Council's Draft Budget For 2024/25 Is Now On Exhibition

  Thu, 09 May 2024

  Griffith City Council has announced the release of its draft Annual Budget for 2024/25, which is now on public exhibition.

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  Existing Animals And Enclosure To Be Removed From Lake

  Thu, 09 May 2024

  Council has resolved to remove the existing animals and enclosures from Lake Wyangan.

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  Work To Rejuvenate Memorial Gardens Set To Commence

  Thu, 02 May 2024

  Griffith City Council is pleased to announce that work will soon begin on the long-awaited rejuvenation of Memorial Gardens.

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