Well, Local Government week has come and gone.
We are fortunate to have so many skilled and dedicated people who work hard to keep Council running smoothly - from parks and gardens staff, road crews, library staff, and front counter and tourism staff, to those behind the scenes like engineers, planners, and their support teams.
Sometimes, surprisingly small teams keep our Council running!
I would like to highlight one of our staff members, Ben Mott, from our award-winning weeds team, who recently received the prestigious Buerckner Local Government Weed
Professional Award at the NSW Weeds Conference.
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This top honour recognises his outstanding, long-term contributions to on-ground weed control across New South Wales.
Ben is an active member of the regional weed management committees (Hilltops is part of two regions) and chairs the Macquarie and Lachlan Valley Weeds Committee.
You may have met Ben at local events such as the Council Village Barbecues, where he is always keen to answer any questions about weeds!
Hilltops Council also received an award for outstanding contributions to weed biocontrol in NSW – congratulations to all involved!
While I’m talking about weeds, the Hilltops Biosecurity (Weeds) Advisory Committee meets quarterly and includes staff, councillors, and local community members.
We would welcome more community representatives, especially from Hilltops’ eastern and southern areas.
If you’re interested, contact Council or me for more information - community input is always valuable.
Keep your eye out for our many library programs - for babies to seniors, craft to tech.
Did you know you can also borrow audio and eBooks? Staff at any of our three branches are happy to help.
Outside, the weather is warming up, spring flowers are blooming, and the days are slowly getting longer.
Enjoy!
Councillor Mary Dodd
