ngukurr local authority meeting agenda - roper gulf region
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Ngukurr Local Authority Meeting Agenda
To be held at Guluman Child and Family
Centre
17 February 2016
1. Present: 1.1 Elected Members: 1.2 Local Authority Members: 1.3 Staff: 1.4 Visitors/Guests: PLEDGE: “We pledge to work as one towards a better future through effective use of all resources. We have identified these key values and principles of Honesty, Equality, Accountability, Respect, and Trust as being integral in the achievement of our vision that the Roper Gulf Regional Council is Sustainable, Viable and Vibrant”.
2. Apologies: Apologies Accepted Moved: Seconded:
3. Conflict of Interest-Members & Staff: .
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting: Minutes from the previous meeting held on 14 October 2015 Motion: That Ngukurr Local Authority accepts the Minutes from the previous Local Authority Meeting held on 14 October 2015 as true and accurate record of the meeting. Moved: Seconded:
5. Business Arising/Action List; 7-05-14 Investigate re-opening Canteen
facilities at the Pool CSM/Community Safety Officer
Completed Offers received from private business. Update from OCT OCM write to interested parties telling them they must deal with NLC - Peter Low from Sunrise and CEO to consult with NLC
11.03.2015 Sport and Rec facilities such as pool, basketball courts only to open Friday Saturday and Sunday as the programs are being run too late on school nights
Coordinator Youth Services/Sport and Rec
Ongoing 10.15 Sport and Rec activities have been closing at reasonable times during the week when open. Limited activities over the weekend.
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New Community Safety Coordinator starts Monday 21st September
14.10.2015 Write a letter to Yugul Mangi Aboriginal Corporation seeking support with payment for the installation costs of Installing the Electronic Scoreboard.
Director CS & I Completed
5.1. Previous minutes action List
6. Correspondence
6.1. Outgoing Correspondence: Nalawan Outstation-Honourable Bess Price pg:Ngukurr Pool Naming Rights Sponsorship- Yugul Mangi, ANZ, Westpac, Traditional Credit Union, Peoples Choice Credit Union, Milwarparra Aboriginal Association, Commonwealth Bank.Financial Support for Installation of Score Board-Yugul Mangi, Milwarparra Aboriginal Corporation Lot 426 Ngukurr Lease Handback- Johnathon McLead ,NLCpg: Lot 370 Ngukurr Lease Handback-Johnathon McLeod, NLC pg:
6.2. Incoming Correspondence: Roper Gulf Regional Councils Latest Vacancy Bulletin pg: $11.6 million for aerodrome upgrades for isolated communities pg: Ngukurr Town Boundary Aboriginal Protection Authority pg:
Nalawan Outstation Services-Davis Daniels pg Solar street light quote pg: Unsuccessful Grant Freight Hub-Stronger Regions Funding pg:
Roper & Wilton Bridge Construction- Northern Territory Government pg: Message from Power & Water during the Wet season pg:
Solar Street Light quote pg: ACTION: Actions will appear under each point like this
7. General Business 7.1 *Elected Member Report:
Recommendation: That the Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note the elected members report. Moved: Seconded:
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7.2 *Council Services Managers Report: Report attached. pg: • Council Services Update • *Work Health and Safety Update
Recommendation: That the Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note the Council Services Managers report.
Moved: Seconded:
7.3 *Council Financial Reports: Second Quarter Financial Reports attached. pg:
Recommendation: That the Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note the Council Financial report.
Moved: Seconded:
7.4 *Governance Updates: • *Town Priorities – Report pg:
• *Complaints Register- 4.11.2015 Dog bite Closed 4.11.2015 Dogs in Ngukurr Community Closed 5.11.2015 Dog complaint Closed
19.01.2016 Lot 466 Animal Attack on Community Member Ngukurr
Ongoing
20.01.2016 Staff complaint Ongoing
• *Policy Updates- HR015 Uniform Policy – Updated- Amendments to the Uniform Policy clarifying the provision and wearing of Roper Gulf Regional Council uniforms for all Council employees and CDP participants, including guidelines for replacement and disposal. HR011 Leave Policy – Clarification of Maternity Leave- 6 weeks paid leave.
DIT004 Abandon Vehicle Policy- As part of the regional Waste Management Strategy this policy deals with the identification, removal, storage and disposal of abandon vehicles in Roper Gulf Towns. • Guideline 8 -Regional Councils and Local Authorities- Clarification around Local Authority quorum and Local Authority Membership
Recommendation: That the Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note the updates from Governance.
Moved: Seconded:
7.5 *CDP-Community Development Program: Report attached. pg:
Recommendation: That the Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note the Community Development report.
Moved: Seconded:
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7.6 *Alcohol Management Plan:
7.7 Sports and Recreation Program Update: Report
Recommendation: That the Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note update on Sports and Recreation Program.
Moved: Seconded:
8. Other Business
9. Meeting Closed
Ngukurr
Local Authority Meeting Minutes
Held at Conference Room
14th October 2015
The Meeting was opened by Daphne Daniels designated Chairperson of Ngukurr Local Authority at 10.40am and the pledge was read.
1. Present:
1.1 Elected Members:
Cr Eric Roberts Cr Daphne Daniels
1.2 Local Authority Members:
Bobby Nunggamajbarr Tanya Joshua Robin Rogers Olga Daniels Jerry Ashley
1.3 Staff:
Sharon Hillen – Director of Council Services and Infrastructure Marion Smith – Director of Community Services Jo Nicol – Local Authority Coordination Officer Paul Amarant – Council Services Manager Ngukurr
1.4 Visitors/Guests:
Joyce Torres – Government Engagement Officer Ammeretta Wesan – Indigenous Engagement Officer Nathanael Knapp – Department Local Government and Community Services Dale Campbell – Sunrise Health Owen Turner – Sunrise Health Rebecca Brayden – Sunrise Health Nelson Hall – Community Member Clifford Duncan – Urapunga Resident Lansen Paddy – Urapunga Resident Rexelle Wurramara – Youth Services Officer Lenny Wilfred – Youth Services Officer Davin Hall – Youth Services Officer Trevor Bates – Ngukurr Police Matthew – Ngukurr Police
2. Apologies:
Nil
3. Conflict of Interest-Members & Staff:
Nil
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting:
Council Services Manager Paul Amarant read out previous Minutes. That the minutes from previous meeting held on 12 August 2015 be Accepted. Moved: Bobby Nunggamajbarr Seconded: Robin Rogers
5. Business Arising/Action List;
5.1. Previous minutes action List
Actions from previous minutes tabled and discussed
6. Correspondence
6.1. Outgoing Correspondence:
Ngukurr To Numbulwar road Sublet Lot 423 Ngukurr Waste Management Facility
6.2. Incoming Correspondence:
Nil
7. General Business
7.1 *Elected Member Report:
Cr Daphne Daniels informed the Meeting that Ngukurr Community has a NT Government nominated Champion, Michael Tennant who will support Economic Development in Ngukurr. There has been extra funding granted to Outstations through Homelands Extra of $70,000, targeted at housing on a designated Outstation. Three Local Authority Members have had their Local Authority membership rescinded due to lack of attendance; Gwen Rami, Grant Thompson and Peter Turner. Letters have been sent out to these Community members with regards to this matter. It is important that Local Authority Members attend scheduled meetings to be a voice for Local issues. Council will no longer be supporting a dedicated Youth Voice Committee; Council wants every Local Authority to quarantine two positions for Youth. Youth Services are still able to have Youth meetings and are encouraged to do so however there is no specific funding anymore. Ngukurr Local Authority has one Youth Representative and Clifford Duncan from Urapunga has nominated to be on the Ngukurr Local Authority. Local Authority members are very happy to have Duncan join the Local authority.
Motion That Clifford Duncan’s nomination to the Ngukurr Local authority be accepted. – Urapunga Resident to be accepted on the LA Board and representative on the Youth Services Committee Moved – Eric Roberts Second – Bobby Nunggamajbarr All Agreed by Way of Consensus
7.2 *Council Services Managers Report: Community Safety action Plan sign, actioned by NT Police, did not have approval from Council to use RGRC Logo. This has now has been rectified and approval given.
4 new Solar Lights costing $10,000 have been approved to install at designated areas in the Pool and Youth Park costing approx. $10,000.
The Municipal staff are doing a good job controlling litter in the Community. They still require strong support form Community members/leaders to encourage and enforce using the litter bins provided. The shop is the main area of concern with rubbish regularly building up on the road, gutters and fence line. Rubbish is collected on Mondays and Fridays with regular emu bobs to help keep litter down to a minimum. Currently Night Patrol phone numbers have changed, new numbers will be provided to relevant people.
Action: Council Services Manager to follow up with Regional Manager Night Patrol Chris Cookson to provide local Night Patrol contacts.
A discussion was held about the Installation of the Electronic Scoreboard on the identified area of the Sports Oval. There is an extra cost of $30,000, due to power considerations and the need for a support structure to be used that considers soil types, strength and vandalism. Motion That Ngukurr Local Authority members agree to spend additional funding of $30,000 from the Local Authority 2015-16 Grant, for the support structure being purchased and installed to augment the Electronic Scoreboard at a cost of. Moved – Robin Rogers Seconded – Bobby Nunggamajbarr All Agreed by way of Consensus
Action: Director Council Services and Infrastructure Sharon Hillen to write a letter to Yugul Mangi Aboriginal Corporation seeking support with payment for the installation costs of Installing the Electronic Scoreboard.
The proposal for a new stage was discussed, diagrams and maps were tabled the cost is $95,000 this includes contingency funds.
Motion
Local Authority members support the new Stage development and approve spending $95,000 from the Local Authority Grant Fund 2015-16.
Moved – Eric Roberts Seconded – Daphne Daniels All Agreed by way of Consensus
7.3 *Council Financial Reports:
NIL – first quarter financial report will be presented at next meeting.
7.4 *Governance Updates:
Town Priorities: Director Council Services and Infrastructure Sharon Hillen updated the progress on projects listed under the Town Priorities list.
Complaints Register Two Animal Complaints registered 1512 and 1513 were received. Both Complaints were actioned and are now closed.
Policy Updates HR006 Working with Children Certificate Policy: Council approved amended policy on Working with Children Certificate. The amended policy removed the stipulation that all employees, volunteers and contractors must have Ochre Cards and now only those that are required under the NT Care and Protection of Children Act will require having one. The primary reason for the amendment is to streamline the recruitment process and make it easier for potential employees to obtain employment with council.
7.5 *CDP- Community Development Programme:
Discussion was held over the urgent need to improve in this area by 1st Jan 2016 or the program could be lost to RGRC. The CDP Coordinator recently resigned and a person from Head Quarters will look after Ngukurr until a new person is recruited. Builder Trades Trainers will now come under the guidance of Project Management to ensure better quality services and structure is provided.
7.6 *Alcohol Management Plan:
NIL – Members advised that Surinder Crichton is managing this area and will be visiting the Community sometime to discuss.
7.7 Sunrise Health Report
CEO of Sunrise Health Dale Campbell discussed possible support to the Community swimming Pool and the Local AFL Competition. There are positions available at Ngukurr in the field of Alcohol and Other Drugs – AOD. This will be funded through the Indigenous Advancement Strategy of Nutrition, Tobacco and AOD.
Rebecca Brydon has been appointed as the new Personal Health and Mentor Co-Ordinator in the Community. Geoff Lohemeyer will continue to work in the Well Being Program concentrating on the excessive use of Tobacco by Community members. Construction of the New Health Centre is moving along well. Councillor Eric Roberts raised concerns about the new clinic not having a Morgue. Dale Campbell replied that it is disgraceful, disrespectful and bordering on discriminatory not having a Morgue scoped into this project. Dale emphasised that they have lobbied hard to have a Morgue and were unsuccessful, Sunrise will continue to lobby for Morgues in all its Health Clinics. Director Infrastructure and Technical Services Sharon Hillen advised Members that Council also tried to address this issue at the most recent OCM, letters were sent to Bess Price MLA and NT Government to support requests for Morgues to be installed at any new Health Centre, after a particularly distressing incident occurred in Numbulwar earlier in the year .
CSM Paul Amarant thanked Sunrise Health for the Support letters to RGRC for various funding applications.
Sunrise Health supports the many various Festivals in the region and are more than happy to consider any requests for specific support to a particular group. Send requests through to Sunrise if your activity requires support.
Robin Rogers asked if the School could have a permanent Sunrise Nurse to oversee the daily welfare of students. Dale Campbell replied that ultimately it is parents responsibility to get treatment for their Child and every effort should be made to get this done at the Clinic.
7.8 Government Engagement Coordinator – Joyce Torres
Currently a monthly Stakeholders meeting is being held. Some Community members have asked Joyce to hold Reference Group meetings. And Joyce was exploring that possibility. Nathaniel Knapp, Department of Local Government and Community Services asked what the difference was between Local Authority and Reference Group meetings. A discussion was held on the viability and if Reference group was needed. Local Authority members confirmed that too many meetings in the past left Community members exhausted. The Local Authority Meetings were seen as a more efficient way of communicating with Community members and hearing their voice. Tenders have closed for the construction of the new bridges at Wilton and Roper Rivers. Indigenous Engagement Officer is doing great things with engaging women in various activities in the Community.
Clifford Duncan asked if any support can be provided at Urapunga for all Community members.
7.9 Police
Concerns were raised about the ongoing fighting and Alcohol coming into the Community. Discussions were held about what support can be given to help combat these two major issues. A Community meeting held on the 13th October did not help to resolve the ongoing issues with fighting and many of the perpetrators did not attend.. Nelson Hall and Gerry Ashley asked more support be given by Community Leaders, to take responsibility for their family members fighting. Two Community members – Nico Farrell and Gary Huddleston have applied for the two vacant ACPO positions in the Community.
8. Other Business
8.1 Night Patrol:
Director of Community Services discussed Night Patrol and the misunderstanding around the days and times. Marion has asked Local Authority Members to think about the best days and times for Ngukurr Community and report back to the Meeting in November. There is some flexibility with the program to be scheduling the operations as best practice .
8.1. School Report
The New Childcare Centre has now been officially opened and is in its second week of operation. Ngukurr CEC has approx. 370 students enrolled with a number of students coming from Minyerri Secondary School due to High School closure. Ngukurr have been unofficially informed they will keep the Secondary School with existing positions kept but no new position to cope with the extra workload from Minyerri. Hip Hop Concert will be held this Friday at the Sport and Recreation Centre after extensive training of the students during the week. Community members are encouraged to attend and support their Children. Behaviour at the School has generally been very good and reading and writing improvements have been excellent. School attendance is around 75% which is amongst the highest in the Territory. Planning to engage Students in Work ready activities throughout the Community.
Robin Rogers stated that there is Men’s and Women’s Cooking activities at the Child and Family care Centre every Tuesday and Wednesday night and it is well attended.
8.2. Robin Rogers
Computer Training Courses at the Library starting next Month
8.3. Daphne Daniels
Discussed Cyber safety awareness program, Business in the Bush Program and the cooking classes being conducted at the Family and Child care Centre .
9. Meeting Closed 2.33 pm
Next Meeting – 10 am 11th November 2015 at Conference Room
Form Number: HR029 Updated 09/02/2016
RGRC Vacancy Bulletin
Prior to employment with Roper Gulf Regional Council you must obtain the following;
Undertake a new criminal history check at commencement of employment with RGRC
At commencement of employment hold a current Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card) or provide an application receipt for an exemption to be approved by SAFE NT prior to commencing
Be an Australian Resident or provide the current, relevant Visa to work within Australia
How to apply for a position with Roper Gulf Regional Council
See the position details below for application requirements
KATHERINE
Position Title: Contracts & Project Officer
Position Type: 1 x Temporary, Full Time (3 month contract)
Salary Range: $55,231.78 ‐ $60,965.41 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
End Date: 31st May 2016
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Contact [email protected] for application requirements
Position Title: Tenancy & Maintenance Officer (Territory Housing)
Position Type: 1 x Temporary, Full Time (38 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $55,231.78 ‐ $60,965.41 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
End Date: 7th December 2016 (Maternity Leave cover)
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Contact [email protected] for application requirements
Position Title: Infrastructure Project Coordinator
Position Type: 1 x Permanent, Full Time (38 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $70,701.22 ‐ $78,040.81 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Apply online http://applynow.net.au/jobs/75605‐infrastructure‐project‐coordinator
Form Number: HR029 Updated 09/02/2016
BARUNGA
Position Title: Centrelink Agent
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Part Time (35 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $42,094.50 ‐ $46,464.38 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $2.60 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
End Date: 30th June 2016
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Job Application Form
Only Indigenous Applicants Need Apply (refer to Section 57 NT Anti‐Discrimination Act 2011)
BESWICK
Position Title: Senior Administration Support Officer
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Full Time (38 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $55,231.78 ‐ $60,965.41 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $1.30 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Contact [email protected] for application requirements
Position Title: Night Patrol Regional Coordinator
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Full Time (38 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $62,489.50 ‐ $68,976.97 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $1.30 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
End Date: 30th June 2018
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Apply online www.ApplyNow.com.au/Job75621
BORROLOOLA
No positions available at this time.
Form Number: HR029 Updated 09/02/2016
BULMAN
Position Title: Sport & Recreation Officer
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Part Time (20 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $42,094.50 ‐ $46,464.38 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $2.60 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
End Date: 30th June 2017
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Job Application Form Only Indigenous Applicants Need Apply (refer to Section 57 NT Anti‐Discrimination Act 2011)
JILKMINGGAN
Position Title: Municipal Works Supervisor
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Full Time (38 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $55,231.78 ‐ $60,965.41 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Contact [email protected] for application requirements
Position Title: Community Housing Officer
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Part Time (32 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $42,094.50 ‐ $46,464.38 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $1.30 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
End Date: 2nd October 2018
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Job Application Form
MANYALLALUK
Position Title: Night Patrol Officer
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Full Time (38 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $18.82 ‐ $20.78 per hour (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $1.30 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
End Date: 30th June 2018
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Job Application Form Only Indigenous Applicants Need Apply (refer to Section 57 NT Anti‐Discrimination Act 2011)
Form Number: HR029 Updated 09/02/2016
Position Title: CDP Activity Supervisor
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Part Time (25 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $21.30 ‐ $23.51 per hour (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $1.30 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
End Date: 30th June 2018
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Job Application Form
Position Title: Municipal Officer
Position Type: 1x Permanent, Part Time (20 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $21.30 ‐ $23.51 per hour (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $1.30 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Job Application Form
MATARANKA
No positions available at this time.
NGUKURR
Position Title: Municipal Officer
Position Type: 1 x Permanent, Part‐Time (20 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $37,205.37 ‐ $41,067.63 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $2.60 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Job Application Form
Form Number: HR029 Updated 09/02/2016
NUMBULWAR
Position Title: Council Services Manager
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Full Time (38 Hours per week)
Salary Range: Indicative $79,991.86 ‐ $88,896.06 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $2.60 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
End Date: 31st January 2019
Closing Date: Sunday 21st February 2016
Application Requirements: Apply online www.ApplyNow.com.au/Job75608
Position Title: CDP Employment Consultant
Position Type: 1 x Fixed, Part Time (25 Hours per week)
Salary Range: $48,816.77‐ $53,884.64 per annum (Negotiated based on qualifications & experience)
Additional Benefits: Remote Area Allowance of $2.60 per hour based on hours that you live & work in the community
End Date: 30th June 2018
Closing Date: Sunday 14th February 2016
Application Requirements: Job Application Form
MINYERRI
No positions available at this time.
ROBINSON RIVER
No positions available at this time.
BINJARI
No positions available at this time.
P O W E R A N D W A T E R C O R P O R A T I O N
Watering gardens
In the wet season, your plants get lots of water from the rain.
You do not need to water every day.
Use less water
Roper Gulf Regional Council
Ngukurr Local Authority Meeting
Wednesday 17th February 2016
Council Service Managers Report
Title: Current Council Services in Ngukurr
Author Paul Amarant- Ngukurr Council Services Manager
RECOMMENDATION
(a) That the Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note the report on Current Council
Services in Ngukkur.
1. Visitors
Various RGRC Staff to carry out services
2. Overview of Council Services
Roads swept and cleaned Weeds sprayed around fence lines, road verges, park furniture, power poles etc Noxious weed (Bindi Eye) sprayed at infected areas Aerodrome Maintenance carried out Public Pool clean, maintained and operational – issues with pumps that are over 11 years
old and are now breaking down causing extra work to keep the Pool open Pot holes repaired in roads – middle road needs re bituminizing, damaged from the wet
weather and constant water overflow from Community households Parks, ovals and gardens mowed, watered and maintained Rubbish collection every Monday and Friday. Community Emu Bob carried out every
Monday and when required Tree Planting Project carried out and completed at the Pool Park Cemetery mowed, trees pruned and cleared Waste Facility cleared and maintained Work Yards x 2 cleared and maintained
3. Work Health and Safety
Pre-start checks carried out on all Fleet Safety Inspection Checklists carried out on Work Sites and Swimming Pool
Flyers made and delivered to Staff on following Pre-start procedures Monthly Pre-start Template developed to identify pre-starts actioned Staff acknowledged at Monthly Staff Meetings for top performance Incidents and Hazards continually identified and reports sent into WHS
4. Events/Activities
New Years Day Celebrations Community and Staff Xmas Party held at the Swimming Pool Australia Day activity held at the Swimming Pool
5. CSM Meetings
Government Engagement Coordinator – Joyce Torres/Ammeretta Wesan Staff Meeting HR Meeting Recruitment Meeting Outback Stores Staffing Performance and Incident Issues
6. Community Issues
Vandalism of Traffic signs, park furniture, vehicles destroying parks Graffiti on buildings and other infrastructure Community fighting Constant rubbish around Community, from Rubbish bins being knocked over, Youth
throwing rubbish around and rubbish from Shop and Takeaway areas
7. Staffing/Vacancies
Vacancy List attached Absenteeism Leave over Holidays
8. Projects
Tree Planting at Pool Park Police Lookout Park Completion of Chemical Storage Shed Completion of Pool Park Playground Erection of Electronic Scoreboard Relocation Of White House to Lot 224 Construction of Bay for Sand, aggregate and cement Construction of BBQ Shelters Completion of Park Furniture Installation Installation of Solar Lights in Park Areas Develop Entrance area to Sport and Recreation Centre
9. Core / Infrastructure Services:
10. Council Services
Public & Street Lighting Monthly Reports sent – 4 lights not working Installation of Solar Lights required for Dark Spots Local Emergency Management -NIL
Maintenance, Buildings & Fixed Assets – Issues with gaining requests actioned or
completed in a timely manner Cemetery – Grounds cleaned and maintained - - 1 Funeral in January Swimming Pool – open and Operational – Issues with getting damaged Pumps replaced
and installed
11. Animal Welfare – 12. I Animal Complaint – Letter sent to the Owner of Animal
Roper Gulf Regional Council
Ngukurr Local Authority Meeting
Wednesday 17th February 2016
Finance Report
Title: Ngukurr Second Quarter Finance Report
Author: Bala Donepudi – Management Accountant
RECOMMENDATION
(a) That the Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note Second Quarter Financial report for Ngukurr.
Background This report details out the First Half Year Financial Report for Ngukurr for the period from July 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015. The Annual Budget allocated for Ngukurr is $ 7,303,857.The Budget for the first six months is $ 3,651,929. Council has spent $ 2,612,513 on various Programs in Ngukurr. The Total Underspend is $ 1,039,416.
Expenditure Breakdown for the first Six Months based on Directorate Corporate Services have been allocated a budget of $ 73,560.The Actual expense is negative because the income received by the Directorate is more than the expenses . The Income is a contribution from Activity 464 to Fund the purchase of a Compactor. The Local Authority Project has an underspend of $ 94,826, as Council decided to take up few projects under this funding . Work is progressing for the approved projects; AFL Score Board, Park furniture & Community Information Board, other projects are still at planning stages. Agency Services have been allocated a budget of $ 1,993,543. $ 1,598,643 of the allocated budget has been spent. The Total underspend in this directorate is $ 394,900. CDP Program has the largest underspend of $ 349,082 .This is due to Vacant Positions and internal Lease charges. Commercial Services has been allocated a budget of $ 446,266.The Actual spending is $ 313,174 . The total underspend in this directorate is $ 133,092, Roads to Recovery funding has the most unspent funds, $ 146,548 remain unspent .Road works are planned after the wet season.
Council Services has been allocated a budget of $ 966,060.The total spending here is $ 704,593 and $ 261,467 worth of funds remain unspent . Underspends include; Local Roads, Swimming pool, Waste Management. Road works will be done after the wet season as needed. The Underspend in swimming pool and waste management is due to less repairs & maintenance issues
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Roper Gulf Regional CouncilExpenditure Report as at31-December-2015 16GLACT 16GLBUD1 Variance 16GLBUD1Ngukurr Year to Date Year to Date Annual Budget
Actual ($) Budget ($) ($) ($)Expenditure by Service1 - Corporate Services -3,897 73,560 77,457 147,1202 - Agency Services 1,598,643 1,993,543 394,900 3,987,0853 - Commercial Contract & Technical Service 313,174 446,266 133,092 892,5314 - Council Services 704,593 966,060 261,467 1,932,1215 - Other Serrvices 0 172,500 172,500 345,000Total Expenditure 2,612,513 3,651,929 1,039,416 7,303,857
Expenditure by Activity p g j y j
115 - Asset Management - Mobile Fleet & Eq -50,000 -60,000 -10,000 -120,000132 - Local Authority 2,094 2,750 656 5,500 Underspend due to no spending in Local Authority Allowance 135 - Shire to Regional Transition 698 0 -698 0138 - Local Authority Project 43,312 138,138 94,826 276,275 Underspend in Materials - 94,826Total Expenditure - Corporate Services -3,897 73,560 77,457 147,120
280 - Community Services Management 638 0 -638 0 Miscoding Correction journal will be posted 313 - CDP Central Administration 473 500 27 1,000
314 - Service Fee - CDP 703,754 1,052,836 349,082 2,105,671316 - Participation Account - RJCP 57 0 -57 0318 - Outcome Payments - CDP 0 2,250 2,250 4,500 Corp Admin Entries have not been done for the month of december - 2,250340 - Family and Community Services admin 0 2,800 2,800 5,600 Travel allowance was allocated a Budget of $ 2,800 .This is fully unspent.341 - CACP 47,661 50,099 2,438 100,199342 - Aged Care NT Jobs Package 57,420 70,740 13,321 141,481 Underspend in Emp Exp - 12,236 due to Vacant Positions Oth Op - 1278344 - Community Home Support Program Se 60,603 85,348 24,745 170,695 Emp Exp Underspend - 12,335 ; Internal Cost - 5,991 ; Materials - 4,718 Other op - 1,700345 - IBS NT Jobs in Transition 57 0 -57 0 Miscoding, Correction Journal has been posted 346 - Indigenous Broadcasting 26,045 17,658 -8,387 35,316 Overspend in in the Emp expenses ; Budget will be amended in the next review
347 - Creche 421 0 -421 0348 - Library 8,264 9,536 1,272 19,072 Underspend due to lower Spending on Staff costs 350 - Centrelink agency 38,883 43,325 4,442 86,650 Underspend in Emp Expenses due to Fewer hours worked by individual Employees352 - Disability in Home Support Program 6,737 8,084 1,347 16,169 The Entries to pick internal lease charges have been posted after generating the reports
70.18%
Percentage ofBudget Spent
-5.30%80.19%
72.93%0.00%
71.54%
Internal Journals for the Project Mangement,Corp admin,MV Allocation ,Compuer Allocation to be done for december - 126,920 ; Underspend in Emp Exp due to Vacant Positions - 117,063; Materials - 96,721
Unbudgted Spend in Telephone and Internet Expenses - 391; Budget will be amended in the next Review.
December Month Journal needs to be done .This is for the contributio from Activity - 464 for the purchase of Compactor Truck
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370 - Remote School Attendance Strategy 121,350 99,303 -22,047 198,605 Overspend in Emp Exp - 31,838 ; MaterialsUnderspend - 3,102 ; Internal Cost - 6,393400 - Community Safety Admin and Manage 1,160 0 -1,160 0 Miscoding ; Correction Journals will be posted 401 - Night Patrol 267,431 181,799 -85,633 363,597 Overspend in Emp Exp ; Spend is Under the Overall Annual Budget .
403 - Outside School Hours Care 15,364 60,713 45,348 121,426404 - Iindigenous Sports and Rec Program 53,646 21,928 -31,717 43,857 Overspend in Emp Exp - 30,143407 - Remote Sports Program 5,384 0 -5,384 0 Overspend in Emp Exp . Budget will be Amenede in the Nexr Review .409 - Sport and Rec Fleet 33,724 47,979 14,255 95,958 Zero Spend in materials - 7,510 ; Office space Allocation Journal to be done - 6745414 - AOD Information & Education 9,309 1,500 -7,809 3,000 Overall spend for the program under the budget , Need Amendment to the budget .
415 - Indigenous Youth Reconnect Program 89,242 106,954 17,712 213,908416 - Youth Vibe Holiday Grant 550 0 -550 0 Received more income to cover all the expenses .need amendement to the Budget .423 - International Women's Day 0 725 725 1,450 No spending to place yet .
464 - NT Govt Special Purpose Grants 50,356 61,966 11,610 123,932475 - CDP CDF 112 67,500 67,388 135,000 Materials Budget Remains unspent - 67,500Total Expenditure - Agency Services 1,598,643 1,993,543 394,900 3,987,085
109 - Asset Department 1,194 0 -1,194 0202 - Staff Housing -9,598 -14,871 -5,272 -29,741 The Internal lease charged for the staff housing are not posted at
220 - Territory Housing Repairs and Mainten 125,719 158,147 32,428 316,294221 - Territory Housing Tenancy Manageme 45,197 42,150 -3,047 84,300
240 - Commercial Operations admin 9,240 -14,655 -23,895 -29,310
241 - Airstrip maintenance Contracts 40,672 32,463 -8,210 64,925244 - Power Water contract 0 225 225 450 No Spend in the workshop expenes245 - Visitor Accommodation and External F 66,851 75,094 8,243 150,187 Underspend due to lesser spend in asset Repairs
246 - Commercial Australia Post 3,799 4,582 783 9,163
275 - Mechanical Workshop 165 0 -165 0322 - Outstations Housing Maintenance 0 250 250 500 No spending the small materils budget - 250323 - Outstations municipal services 29,935 16,334 -13,602 32,667 Over spend in Emp Exp - 12,991 ; Materials - 616462 - 2014-19 Roads to Recovery 0 146,548 146,548 293,096 Roads works planned after the wet season - 146,548Total Expenditure - Commercial Services 313,174 446,266 133,092 892,531
The Internal Lease Charge entries for the month of December was posted after he production of Reports
Over Spend in Mobile phone Expense - 165 ; Funds avilable in the HQ Budget .Budget will be amended in the next review.
Internal Journals not done for december - 10,000; The Journal is for the Moving the grant money to 161 for the purchase of Compacter
No spend in othe op Like the Outdoor Exp,air Travel accomodation Etc - 7,854 ; Internal Journals for Office Space,MV,Staff Housing to be done - 7,576
Unbudgted spend in Airfare Expenses .Budgted will be amended in the next review to take the expenditure into consideration.
Underspend in Emp Exp - 28,484 due to a vacant Position ; Less than the budgeted Use of workshop - 2,728
Unbudgeted Spend in Materials - 9,240 ; Journals for picking project management Income of R2R to be posted - 14,655
The total income for this project is way more than what was budgted .Even the expenses have increased more than the Budget .Budget will be amended in the next review to take the new income in to consideration.
Underspend in Emp Exp - 33,814 due to Vacnt Positions ; Underspend in materials - 7,452 Oth Op - 1,154 ; Internal Journal to be posted - 2928
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111 - Council Services General 251,227 280,498 29,271 560,996160 - Municipal Services 248,802 262,306 13,504 524,612 Underspend in Emp Expenses 161 - Waste management 21,854 38,474 16,619 76,947 Underspend in materials due to lower Repairs - 8,306 ; Internal Cost - 2,512 ; Fleet - 1614164 - Local Emergency Management 1,513 525 -988 1,050 Funds Avilable in the HQ Budget . Budget will be amended in the next review .169 - Civic Events 0 50 50 100 Small Budget for food Expense .It is Not spent.170 - Australia Day 0 250 250 500 Small Budget for the Food Expense . Not Spent 171 - Naidoc Week 73 750 677 1,500 Underspend due to lower spend in Food/Cleaning Expense200 - Local roads maintenance 4,100 189,600 185,500 379,200 Road works planned after the wet Season - 185,500
201 - Street lighting 15,138 9,000 -6,138 18,000381 - Animal Control 10,241 11,000 759 22,000469 - Local Area Traffic Management 5,463 13,149 7,686 26,297 The Project is Progresssing .The underspend is mainly due to lower spend in Matrerials - 7,146
470 - CEEP Funding 2,522 0 -2,522 0
481 - Right Path Project 15,737 9,697 -6,040 19,394482 - Ngukurr Landscaping and Bush Food 5,878 1,205 -4,673 2,410 Overspend is in Materials ; Budget will be amended in line with the Funding 550 - Swimming Pool 122,046 149,557 27,511 299,114 Underspend in Materials due to lower maintenace issues - 26,154Total Expenditure - Council Services 704,593 966,060 261,467 1,932,121
486 - Regional Economic Infrastructure Fund 0 40,000 40,000 80,000 Project still in Planning Stages ; Materials Underspend - 40,000
487 - Improving Strategic Local Roads Infras 0 132,500 132,500 265,000Total Expenditure - Other Services 0 172,500 172,500 345,000
Total Expenditure 2,612,513 3,659,257 1,046,743 7,318,512
Capital Expenditure
5321 - Capital Purchase/Construct Buildings 0 47,500 47,500 95,000 Completion of the pool Chemical Shed - 30KMoving White House to Lot 224;50K for removal and stumping & 15K for service connections
5341 - Capital Purchases Plant & Equipment 0 110,000 110,000 220,000 Purchase of Compactor Truck - 220K,
Total Capital Expenditure 0 157,500 157,500 315,000
Roads spending will commence after the wet season ; Underspend in Materials - 107,500 ; Internals - 18,750
Internal allocation Journal for office Space,MV, Computer annd staff Cost to be done - 9,565 ; Underspend in materials - 7,784 ; Oth op - 6,047 ; Emp Exp - 5,852
Intallation of 47 Led 40W Street Lights was over the Budget .Budget will be amended in the next Review
The overall progrma spend is way under the budget .The Budget will be amended to take the spending in to account .
The Program overall is significantly underspend ;Need to Amend the Budget To take materials spending into consideration .
Roper Gulf Regional Council
Ngukurr Local Authority Meeting
17th February 2016
Governance Report
Title: Governance Report – Update Town Priorities/ Local Authority Funding
Author: Jo Nicol, Local Authority Coordination Officer.
Resolution
(a) That The Ngukurr Local Authority receives and notes the Governance report.
1. Background This report provides an update on the status of Ngukurr’s 2015/2016 Town Priorities and 2014/2015, 2015/2016 Local Authority Funding.
2. Issues/Discussions:
The Draft 2016/2017 Town Priorities needs to be developed and submitted to the Plan. Local Authority members can go through the current list and decide current status of Town Priorities.
Attached- Ngukurr 2015/2016 Town Priority Status and Local Authority Funding Project Update.
Status of 2015-16Town Priority Projects Ngukurr
Location Project Type Project Description Comments/Status
Ngukurr Specific Project + Town Priority Project 2015-16
Blackspot
Improve pedestrian facilities and signage in community including shoulder work, curb and guttering, pedestrian crossings at school, store and office Develop school safety zone and bus parking zone
Currently being quoted
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Barge landing upgrade
Upgrade Barge Road and landing
ADVOCACY COMPLETED: Advocated for - letter written to DoT and Community Champion
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16 Lighting Solar lighting for cemetery, parks
and barge footpath
Completed If more are required, CSM Ngukurr has funding application form
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Park Upgrade
Continue to upgrade Centennial Park, bollard at park and shade
Commenced with the Muns team
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16 Bus stops Strategically locate bus stops
through town shelters
ACTION in hand with DCSI: Write a letter to orgs Bodhi bus, school and Yugul Mangi store
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16 Footpaths
Commence installation of footpaths, road signs, associated landscaping and park furniture
Commenced: Through right path project
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Water fountains Installation of water fountains
Commenced: Investigating access to services
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Town Entry Signage
Entrance signage and internal directional signage
Commenced: Signage ordered. Installation to occur June 2016
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Smoking in public places
No smoking signage for public places e.g. oval COMPLETED
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16 Lighting Flood lighting for the oval
In hand with DCSI: Letter to be written to all relevant politicians to advocate for this issue
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Drainage Improvements
Enclose open drains
COMMENCED: funding received through 'NT Improving Strategic Local Roads Infrastructure' - this funding will allow for a storm water and road audit to be conducted.
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16 Dump Upgrade dump and surrounds to
improve waste management
COMMENCED: Through Big Rivers Region Waste Management Reference Group
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Lookout upgrade
Plan and design Police Lookout Park
ACTION FOR LOCAL AUTHORITY MEMBERS: Local Authority to please advise of what is required?
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Road upgrades
Rehabilitate road surface on Pool and Oval Streets
COMMENCED: funding received through 'NT Improving Strategic Local Roads Infrastructure' - this funding will allow for a storm water and road audit to be conducted.
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Multipurpose Centre
Development of a multi-purpose centre
Commenced feasibility study - consultancy currently being sourced through Tenderlink
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Public toilets More public toilets
ACTION FOR LOCAL AUTHORITY MEMBERS: This request is not economically viable in 2015-16 as ablution blocks cost $100,000 or more to build.. Local Authority Members can either roll over to 2016-17 or delete.
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Swimming pool complex upgrade
Swimming pool complex improvement: installations of shade cloths, community graffiti board, water fountains, CCTY and upgrades to shade shelter, table and seats
Pending feasibility investigation
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
New cemetery
Development of new lawn cemetery including fencing
In hand with DCSI: Letter to be written to all relevant politicians to advocate for this issue
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Cemetery upgrade Fencing off the Cemetery site
Awaiting the amended Cemetery Management Act NT
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Compactor truck Upgrade compactor truck Commenced
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16 R2R Roads to Recovery Commenced - Mujti and
Centre Roads
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Development of a business centre
Working partnership to support the small business developments; develop a government business and service centre
ADVOCACY COMPLETED: Working in partnership with Ngukurr Community Champion, Yugul Mangi and Milwarrpurra
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Aged Care support
Support development of Aged care higher needs
In hand with DCSI: Letter to be written to all relevant politicians and Power and Water Corp to advocate for this issue
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Fencing program
Encourage government to undertake community fencing program
ADVOCACY COMPLETED: It was recommended that the HMP fencing program
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Toilet at airport
Installation of a compost toilet at airport
ADVOCACY COMPLETED: Discussions have occurred with the Dept. of Infrastructure. Please note: that the airstrip is not Council’s land so they are unable to build.
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16 AMP
Development of an AMP - consult with broader community through public meetings to plan
ADVOCACY COMPLETED: AMPs appear on every Local Authority Agenda for discussion
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Community Safety Committee
Establishment of a Community Safety Committee to work with Ngukurr’s Justice and Harmony Committee and other key stakeholders to develop place-based strategies that will address safety concerns
ADVOCACY COMPLETED: GEC is leading this discussion
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Further training opportunities
Jobs, training or further education offers guaranteed to all NTCET graduates living in Ngukurr through an organised transition to work program
ADVOCACY COMPLETED: This is offered through CDP
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Highway upgrades
Upgrade Roper Highway by sealing the road up to Ngukurr
COMPLETED: New bridge project is inclusive of 10km of sealing
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Development of further government services in Ngukurr
NT Government to establish MVR and other general front line services in Ngukurr
ADVOCACY COMPLETED: Working in partnership with Ngukurr Community Champion, Yugul Mangi and Milwarrpurra
Ngukurr Town Priority Project 2015-16
Assist stakeholders in Ngukurr to develop a subdivision project to increase general industry and residential lots available to residents and local businesses.
In hand with DCSI: Letter to be written to all relevant politicians and Ngukurr Community Champion to advocate for this issue
Urapunga Town Priority Project 2015-16 Night Patrol Services
Urapunga Town Priority Project 2015-16 Fences around dwellings COMPLETED
Urapunga Town Priority Project 2015-16
Request Government to provide more maintenance from Roper Bar to Urapunga
COMPLETED
Urapunga Town Priority Project 2015-16 Improvement to Roper Bar and
Wilton River crossings COMPLETED
Status of Local Authority Funding Projects Ngukurr
Location Project Type Project Description Comments/Status
Ngukurr Local Authority Project 2014-15
Outdoor Stage Area and communal mural/ball wall
Located at the Oval
ACTION FOR LOCAL AUTHORITY MEMBERS: Please consider the scope and price presented in the meeting
Ngukurr Local Authority Project 2014-15
Playground Equipment Further information is required
ACTION FOR LOCAL AUTHORITY MEMBERS: Local Authority to please advise on the type, size, location so a scope can be prepared
Ngukurr Local Authority Project 2014-15
David Daniels Agreement Sign upgrades
Remove graffiti from David Daniels Sign
Potentially replace with Community Safety Signs We are yet to receive the artwork proof of these signs from NT Police
Ngukurr Local Authority Project 2014-15
Community Information Board
Notice board for the community
Ordered, awaiting delivery to Ngukurr then awaiting installation - $880.00 spent of Local Authority funds
Ngukurr Local Authority Project 2014-15
Electronic AFL Scoreboard
Scoreboard has been ordered by AFL NT and Yugul Mangi. RGRC is responsible for installation including shutter and solar panel
Engineering the stand, power is to the site
Ngukurr Local Authority Project 2014-15
Park furniture throughout town parks and facilities
2 x jumbo park sets at Youth Park 4 x In ground bench seating at Sports Oval 4 x Setting Shelter at Youth Park, Pool Park and Sports Oval 2 x Grandstands at Oval 3 x bike stands at Pool Park 4 x Plank seating at pool toilets Irrigation of parks
Park furniture delivered to Ngukurr - awaiting installation - $35,150.00 spent of Local Authority funds.
Status of Regional and Other Projects Regional projects relevant to Ngukurr and othr projects
Location Project Type Project Description Comments/Status
Regional Specific Project
Conversion to Regional
Signage, uniforms & merchandise etc.
Town entry statements presented to Council Meeting on 29th January 2016
Regional Specific Project
Facility Development
Sport and Recreation 2015-2025 Plan
ACTION FOR LOCAL AUTHORITY MEMBERS: Please consider the 2015-2025 Draft Sport and Recreation Regional Plan and provide your feedback
Regional Specific Project
Roads to Recovery 2014-19
Barunga: Causeway to cemetery Eva Valley: Maintenance grade of access road - COMPLETED Weemol: access road - COMPLETED Urapunga: Access road - COMPLETED Bulman: Centre Road - COMPLETED Mutju Street Ngukurr reseal Centre Road Ngukurr reseal Men's Quarters Road Ngukurr reseal Numbulwar CBD
Contractor job. CDP opportunities for work experience. Signs installed at Eva Valley, Minyerri and Bulman.
Regional Specific Project
Right Path Project
Provide Community work placements for offenders to participate in 'The Right Path' project in Ngukurr, Barunga, Beswick, Jilkminggan and Numbulwar Material for some footpaths are in Ngukurr
Ongoing
Regional Specific Project
Solar Lighting
Barunga: 2 at Norforce Park Borroloola: 1 at corner Searcy and Robinson Roads Bulman: 1 at the Park Manyallaluk: 1 at far end Ngukurr: 2 at footpath through to pool park Numbulwar: 1 x street opposite the water tower (LA approved that location) and 1 at Rec Hall
Manyallaluk - install costs are tabled at next LA meeting Barunga - Anne-Maree to advise Bulman - Tabled at next LA for install costs Borroloola - Funding being sought Ngukurr - Paul advised muns team will install - need additional premix which Matt is organising Numbulwar - Roger has advised install will occur by CDP Builder trainer. For materials (cement) Roger will approach LA
Regional Specific Project
NT Improving Strategic Local Roads Infrastructure: Road and stormwater audit
Road and stormwater Audit
Funding Agreement has been received - request for quote to deliver this audit has been advertised.
Regional Specific Project
Building trades training project
Beswick Lot 5 - Completed Beswick Lot 120a&b (Duplex Upgrade) - Completed Bulman Lot 30 (Community media building) - Completed Numbulwar Lot 162 (Staff duplex house) - Completed Ngukurr Sport and Rec Hall safety upgrade Numbulwar Office Upgrade
Beswick Lot 5: Completed Beswick Lot 120: Near completion Bulman Lot 30: Completed Numbulwar: Near completion Ngukurr Sport and Rec Hall: Scope currently being developed Beswick Aged Care: Numbulwar Office Upgrade: Scope developed.
Regional Specific Project
NT Regional Economic Infrastructure Fund
Borroloola: Tourist bay design Ngukurr: New Multipurpose centre feasibility study Numbulwar: Combined Business Centre concept plans Numbulwar: New Dump
Borroloola info bay, Ngukurr Multipurpose centre & Numbulwar Business Centre currently advertised on Tenderlink requesting quotes. Engaged an environmental engineer who has visited the Numbulwar Dump - awaiting first report.
Regional Specific Project
Clean Energy Future Action Plan - Energy Audit
Audit of installed appliances and evaluate Completed
Regional Specific Project
Cemetery Project Headstones and surrounds Project to be scoped.
Ngukurr Specific Project
Local Area Traffic Management (LATM)
Signs, trees and Drop-off zone.
Ngukurr Specific Project
Contractors Quarters
STAGE ONE-Upgrade of lot 297 Ngukurr to enable accommodation for qualified contractors. 2- increase fence height
Ngukurr Continuing Specific Project
Contractors Quarters
STAGE TWO: Demolishment of block A STAGE THREE: Decking and outdoor entertainment area and landscaping.
CDP project for decking and landscaping
Ngukurr Specific Project
Bush foods and landscaping
Development of trees with food and medicine qualities with plaques etc.
Trees have been delivered to Ngukurr - planting to occur this wet season.
Ngukurr Advocacy
Growth Centre Transport and Freight hub project
Joint project with Numbulwar Planning and land tenure Community Champion involvement
Ngukurr Specific Project
NT Improving Strategic Local Roads Infrastructure
Rainbow Street Project as per IAS application - realignment of stormwater drainage
COMMENCED: funding received through 'NT Improving Strategic Local Roads Infrastructure' - this funding will allow for a storm water and road audit to be conducted.
Ngukurr Specific Project
Ngukurr Cemetery Fence
Build the Ngukurr Cemetery Fence
Action in hand with CSM Ngukurr: Development of scope of works
Ngukurr Advocacy Subdivision Plan and design new subdivision Planning stage
Ngukurr Advocacy Multipurpose centre
Plan and design new multi-purpose centre
Current request for quote is advertised on tenderlink - a consultant will be engaged to complete the plan. Documents and scope for this project
Ngukurr Capital Expenditure
Relocation of White House
Move White House out of Cultural zone.
Commenced waiting on soil test, engineers and site servicing plan Awaiting wet weather to end
Ngukurr Specific Project
Youth Services ablution block
re-stump the ablution block Scoping
Ngukurr Specific Project
Right Path Project Concrete pathway construction
Materials have arrived, awaiting labour (CDP, correctional workers, and Muns
Ngukurr Specific Project
Chemical Shed Completion
Repairs required and upgrades needed to bring to code
Contractor has been engaged to complete this project
Ngukurr Specific Project
Playground soft fall
Re-install soft fall at the playground
Plans sent for wood chip design Project form and scope required
Ngukurr Specific Project
Feasibility Study - Ngukurr Multi-purpose Centre
Conduct a feasibility study on a new Ngukurr Multi-purpose Centre
Current request for quote on Tenderlink to secure a contractor to complete this feasibility study
Roper Gulf Regional Council
Ngukurr Local Authority Meeting
17th February 2016
Agency Services Report
Title: CDP Report
Author Janelle Iszlaub- Acting Manager CDP
RECOMMENDATION
(a) That Ngukurr Local Authority receive and note Update on Ngukurr CDP.
1. Background As of July 1, 2015 there were sufficient changes made to the program delivery taking it from Remote Job in Communities Program (RJCP) to the new Community Development Program (CDP) which involves the Work for the Dole (WFD). Since July we have been receiving guarantee payments of 75% until December 2015, this allowed a 6 month transition period. As of January we went live on a paid performance bases, we are required to attain at least 60% to break even, this will allow our income to covers the expenditure. To date the break down has not been received from Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) to fully report on Ngukurr’s individual performance. However I can report that Ngukurr Numbulwar region reached 42.9% which is an increase of 7%. Each and every month this region has been improving and getting closer to our goal of 60%. Ngukurr is our largest site with 306 job seekers, we currently have 280 or 92% of the caseload commenced. Due to staffing issues, Ngukurr is currently not performing at its full potential, we have had a Senior Employment Consultant working tirelessly with the staff to ensure that the case load is compliant. This is the first phase of getting attendance to increase.
2. Staffing
The CDP Senior Employment Coordinator started at Ngukurr on Monday 1/2/16; also four new Activity Supervisors currently being actioned by HR. Positive feedback has been received regarding the four new Activity Supervisors and their enthusiasm.
3. Issues/Discussions: Attached is the Latest Nesa Report as of 31/1/16.
Ngukurr currently has 280 commenced Job seekers with 83% in activities.
Status Caseload Caseload %
Participation Required
Not In Activity
In Activity
In Activity %
WFD Jskr Not In WFD Activity
NFA 's No Job Plan
Pending 18 6% 17 16 2 11% 14 12 7 17 Commenced 280 92% 273 47 233 83% 185 29 36 9 Suspended 8 3% 1 3 5 63% 5 2 5 1 Grand Total 306 100% 291 66 240 78% 204 43 48 27