Council News - December 2007Academic Scholarship Opportunity13th December 2007 Applications open for 2008 Local Government Academic Scholarship Have you ever considered a career in local government? The Shire of Derby/West Kimberley is calling for applications for its 2008 Local Government Academic Scholarship which provides financial assistance for residents of the Shire to study a university degree relevant to Local Government. The value of the scholarship is approximately $10,000 per calendar year for full-time students to cover all HECS costs plus a minor living allowance. It is open to both Year 12 leavers and mature age students who have not studied at university before. Shire President Elsia Archer said this was the first time the Shire had offered the scholarship which was designed to develop a career path for local youth and assist in creating a future for them in the local government district. “The workforce employed by the Shire is diverse with approximately 85 staff spanning more than 118,000 square kilometres,” Cr Archer said. “The changing working environment requires more staff to have tertiary qualifications and with support, the Shire believes that local youth will potentially be able to fill many of these roles.” Areas of study can be in: • Commerce (accounting/management)
• Engineering
• Environmental Health
• Information Technology • Recreation Management
• Community Development
• Town Planning The successful applicant is required to commit to working for the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley for 12 months after completing their degree. Cr Archer said with many exciting projects planned for the Shire, including the construction of a $92M regional prison by 2011, employment with the Shire would offer exciting career prospects for local residents. “I would encourage anyone contemplating attending university to apply for the Shire’s 2008 Local Government Academic Scholarship Program,” Cr Archer said. “With your HECS costs covered, and a guarantee of employment at the conclusion of your degree, it is a great way to obtain qualifications in a Local Government-related field and contribute to your local region.” Scholarship guidelines and application forms can be downloaded from the Shire’s website at www.sdwk.wa.gov.au or phone (08) 9191 0999 to arrange to have one sent to you. Ends. For more information
John Pearson, Chief Executive Officer
(08) 9191 0999
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School Holiday Activities12th December 2007 There's no excuse to be bored these holidays! Join in the great activities provided by the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley. Download the holiday program below. | File Type | File Size | File Name | File Description | | | 908kb | Holiday program | Activities Program for the January school holidays. |
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2007 Christmas Lights Competition – Entries Now Open 3rd December 2007 Entries are now open for the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley’s annual Christmas Lights Competition, so dust off those fairy lights and get busy. Separate competitions will be held in Derby, Fitzroy Crossing and Looma/Camballin this year, with plenty of prizes up for grabs. In Derby, there are four main categories: - Best Business Lights Display - Win a Muddy Waters advertising package valued at $640.
- Best Residential Lights Display - Win $500 off your power bill thanks to Horizon Power.
- Best Non-Profit/Community Group Display - Win $250 cash thanks to Inpex Browse Ltd.
- Most Creative Lights Display - Win $250 cash thanks to Inpex Browse Ltd.
Many generous Derby businesses have also donated prizes which will be given out as spot prizes for categories such as Best Kimberley Theme and an Encouragement Award. Many thanks to Woolworths, Rusty’s IGA, Kimberley Entrance Caravan Park, Derby Building Supplies, Derby Mitre 10 Handy, Elders Derby, the Point Restaurant and Diamond and Pearls. Judging will be held in Derby on Wednesday, December 19 so make sure you put on a good show, not just for the judges but for all the Derby residents who are looking forward to being treated to a great light show. If you would like your house, business or community venue to be involved in the competition, pick up an entry form from the Shire Administration Office, the Derby Public Library, Derby Mitre 10 Handy, Derby Building Supplies, or download one from the Shire’s website. Entries close Tuesday, December 18. Fitzroy Crossing Categories in the Fitzroy Crossing competition are: - Best Business Lights Display - Win $500 off Shire rates bill thanks to the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley.
- Best Residential Lights Display - Win $500 off your power bill thanks to Horizon Power.
- Most Creative Lights Display - Win $385 Accommodation/dinner voucher thanks to Fitzroy River Lodge.
Many spot prizes will also be given out thanks to sponsors B&B Helicopters, the Crossing Inn, Fitzroy Video & Electrical, Fitzroy Motors, Shell Roadhouse and Ngiyali Roadhouse. Entry forms are available from the Fitzroy Crossing Shire office or can be downloaded from the Shire website at www.sdwk.wa.gov.au. Entries close on Thursday, December 20 with judging on Friday, December 21. Looma/Camballin Prizes are up for grabs in Looma/Camballin in two categories: - Best Lights Display - Win $200 in food and fuel vouchers.
- Most Creative Lights Display - Win a $150 prize package including a fuel voucher and yummy Christmas ham!
The date of judging is to be advised. Entry forms are available from the Looma administration office, Looma Store and Camballin Store. For more information contact: Sonya Kimbar Community Development Officer Shire of Derby/West Kimberley Ph: (08) 9191 0999 Email: sdwk@sdwk.wa.gov.au
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