City of Albany

FEBRUARY COUNCIL MEETING UPDATE This month the Council were eager to hit the ground running with the first Council Meeting of the year and tackled several key items for our city. Watch Mayor Greg Stock’ recap below!

Albany's Mounts precinct will soon be connected to the town centre via a shared path, facilitating a safe and accessible route for active transport users. The City of Albany was successful in securing funding from the Department of Transport’s Western Australian Bicycle Network grants program to support construction of the Marine Drive Mounts Access Pathway. The pathway will allow individuals to walk, wheel or ride across town, along Brunswick Street up to Apex Drive traversing through Marine Drive and Forts Road, aligning with the Mounts Master Plan. This new path link will significantly improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists and establish a crucial connection for visitors commuting from the Port or CBD to the esteemed National Anzac Centre. Scheduled to commence construction in January and conclude by late April 2024, the City anticipates the positive impact this path will have on community safety, connectivity, and well-being. Read more: https://bit.ly/3O5xM5Y

🏆 Nominations are NOW OPEN for Albany Sportsperson of the Year Awards! The Albany Sportsperson of the Year Awards is returning in 2024 to highlight and honour the outstanding accomplishments and dedication of our enthusiastic local sporting champions. These prestigious awards are set to make a triumphant return after a hiatus since 2020 due to the impact of the Covid pandemic, and will recognise and honour athletes of all ages who have excelled in their respective fields over 2023. Nominations are open now with the opportunity for the community to put forward athletes who have shown exceptional dedication and passion in their sporting pursuits. Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21wEIwF Nominations close on Friday, 15 December 2023 with the Albany Sportsperson of the Year Awards to be held on Thursday, 15 February 2024. For more information and to nominate an exceptional athlete, please visit https://brnw.ch/21wEIwG

The City of Albany’s Arts and Culture team have collaborated with local artists on a project that honours the service and dedication of former Mayor Dennis Wellington to the Albany community. Dennis Wellington, who served as the Mayor of the City of Albany for 12 years and held a total of 21 years on the Council, retired in October of this year. To commemorate his outstanding service and deep commitment to the arts, local artists were given the opportunity to paint Mayor Wellington's portrait as part of the Mayoral Portraits Exhibition. Also on display will be five original artworks depicting previous City of Albany Mayors over time and 24 digitally reproduced photographs of earlier Mayors from the City of Albany Art Collection. Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21wEGLj The Mayoral Portraits exhibition is set to captivate audiences from tomorrow until Saturday, 9 December.

⭐ Employment Opportunity ⭐ The City of Albany’s Finance Team is looking for a communicative and detail oriented team member to fulfill the role of a Payroll Officer. Reporting to the Payroll Coordinator, this role will see you responsible for administering the timely, accurate and relevant processing and recording of payroll activities, ensuring legislative and statutory requirements are met, in accordance with City of Albany policies and procedures. For more information, or to apply, visit: https://brnw.ch/21wEAdz Deadline: Please note that applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means that the City of Albany may close this vacancy without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

🛴 We're conducting a community survey on the e-scooter hire program within the City of Albany, and we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts on the e-scooter trials that have been buzzing around our city since October 2022. Council will be considering the future of the e-scooter program at the March 2024 Ordinary Council Meeting, so don't miss this chance to have your voice heard! 📅 Survey Deadline: 1 February 2024 🔗 Take the survey now: https://brnw.ch/21wEzhi 📍 Learn more about the trial: https://brnw.ch/21wEzhj

Since the completion of ANZAC Peace Park in 2010, the City has faced the challenge of managing a limited water supply to keep the turf looking lush and green. After 12-months of water quality and flow testing investigation, a fantastic solution has emerged! It turns out there's a stormwater base flow right near the park, so the City’s innovative engineering team and reticulation gurus teamed up with local contractors and have found a way to put it to great use. Introducing our new water harvesting system! A barrier has been installed in the stormwater system, guiding the water through a redundant drainage pipe to an unused drainage basin at ANZAC Peace Park. This basin has become home to two interconnected water tanks, turning stormwater into a reliable irrigation system. The City is now using a water supply that would have otherwise gone straight out to sea! This smart and sustainable solution ensures our beloved park stays green and thriving while making the most of our natural resources. We are thrilled to see innovation, conservation, and a greener ANZAC Peace Park!

🌟✨ Exciting News Alert! The City of Albany's Christmas Lights Trail is on its way! ✨🎄 The City of Albany's elves are hard at work making sure our city is fully illuminated this festive season! From Saturday, 18 November be prepared to be dazzled as we light up the holiday's in the most enchanting way. Take a sneak peak at each light installations location at our new interactive map, available via https://lnkd.in/gtbmssrK Stay tuned for more updates and mark your calendars for the grand illumination! 🎅🎉 This event is proudly supported by Rustlers Steakhouse and Grill. #AlbanyLightsTrail #ComingSoon #FestiveMagic #CityOfAlbany

⭐ Employment Opportunity ⭐ The City of Albany’s Engineering Team is looking for an experienced and qualified individual to take up the role of Technical Officer - Assets. Reporting to the Team Leader – Asset Management, this role will see you responsible for providing general civil engineering support in a strategic asset management environment. Experience in the use of Asset Management software and GIS software is essential for this role. The successful candidate will also need knowledge of new & existing spatial, survey and civil engineering concepts and their application in a multidisciplinary professional environment. If you meet the above requirements, have experience working in a similar position and are passionate about working for the City of Albany, please apply. For a full job information kit and to apply visit: https://brnw.ch/21wEnhu Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 21 November 2023.

⭐ Employment Opportunity ⭐ Are you passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture and supporting a diverse team? We're on the lookout for a dedicated People and Culture Officer to join us at the City of Albany! As a People and Culture Officer, you will be a crucial part of our team, acting as the first point of contact for all staff. Your responsibilities will include: ✅ Running end-to-end recruitments ✅ On-boarding new staff members ✅ Providing advice, information, and support to staff ✅ Assisting with organising health and wellbeing activities ✅ Providing administrative support to the People and Culture Team Interested? To apply, visit https://brnw.ch/21wE6P4 for a full job information kit. Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 14 November 2023.