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Proposed amendments to DCC Outdoor Signs Code

A Discussion Paper regarding proposed amendments to Darwin City Council’s Outdoor
Advertising Signs Code has been released for public comment.
The proposed amendments have been developed to address the emerging needs of the sporting associations within the Marrara Sporting Precinct.
The public are invited to comment on the proposed amendments can be made in writing via reply paid post or email

Comments close Wednesday 24 September 2008.

Discussion paper


 

It is now a requirement of Darwin City Council By-laws for dogs to be microchipped.

To assist with this transition in legislation, Darwin City Council with Animal Ark will be holding a DOGS ONLY micro-chipping day.

Dog owners are also encouraged to enjoy a free sausage sizzle, drink stalls, free face painting and ride on cars for children. Note: Dogs must be on a lead.

Sunday 28th September 2008

9.00 am - 12 noon

Anula Oval - Yanyula Drive, Anula

Cost: $30.00
More Information


Submissions Invited

Applications close 5pm

Friday 10 October 2008

 

Darwin City Council's Community Grants Program assists projects or events directly benefiting and promoting the City of Darwin and which have broad community appeal.

Funding is disbursed bi-annually in July and January each year.

For more information click here!


Chinatown Art Exhibition Program

Call for Expressions of Interest

Each year, expressions of interest are invited from artists to take part in Council’s Chinatown Public Art Exhibition Program, which supports the temporary exhibition of works of art at the Chinatown Carpark in Smith St, Darwin CBD.


Expressions of interest for the 2009-2010 Chinatown Public Art Exhibition Program are now open and submissions must be received by Council no later than COB, 30 October 2008.

For more information click here!


Casuarina Library Upgrade

 

After 28 years, Casuarina Library is undergoing a much needed facelift. The library will close on 12 Sept for approx 10 weeks. This includes the after-hours return chute, so any outstanding items are to be returned to the City, Karama or Nightcliff Libraries.

The $1.2M upgrade will bring the library to a higher standard, providing the Darwin community with more advanced services and facilities.

 

The following changes will be in place during the closure:

  • Casuarina Library's lunchtime Book Club will not be meeting until December.
  • Babes’n’Books will be relocating to the City Library at 11.00am on Fridays.
  • Karama Library will be open on Sunday afternoons between 1.00 and 4.00pm.

Evolving Darwin - towards 2020:  Open for public comment

The 20th Darwin City Council has released its plan for an evolving Darwin, heading toward 2020 and beyond. The new Council, elected in March this year, has identified seven strategic issues that must be considered as the city and community grows.

The public are strongly encouraged to read and make comment on the plan. Copies are also available at Darwin City Council Public Libraries and the Civic Centre.

A series of public consultations and discussions of the strategy is planned and will be advertised in the local media and on Council's website, www.darwin.nt.gov.au

Comments may be made as follows:

Post: GPO Box 84, Darwin, NT, 0801
Fax: 08 - 89 300 311
Email: dcc@darwin.nt.gov.au



Regional Management Plans are a requirement under the new Local Government Act 2008. For more information contact Dept. Local Government, Housing and Sport. 08 8999 8394.

The Darwin City Council is not required by law to be a part of the plan and has not agreed to be a part of the plan.

 

NORTHERN REGION RMP


After Hours number change

Darwin City Council's emergency after hours number has changed.

As of 21 April 2008, the after hours number has changed from 0500 893 677 to 1800 099 557.




Draft Graffiti Management Plan

Council is working in partnership with the NT Police to address the rise of graffiti vandalism across the municipality.

As there are numerous ways to respond to graffiti, a draft management plan has been prepared and a process of community consultation has just been completed. For more information, please click below.

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