Kicking Off the Community Christmas Collection in Wynyard!

Yesterday marked the start of the Community Christmas Collection 2024, bringing together the spirit of giving and kindness to help those in need this holiday season. Up until Dec 11, the Wonders of Wynyard will be collecting donations under the tree to support families across the municipality.

This year’s launch saw generous contributions from the Rotary Club (represented by Janet Lambert), Woolworths Wynyard (represented by Craig Richardson), and Lions Club (represented by Neville Woolley), with Neville noting, “it’s great to see the community come together.”

A huge thank you to Vinnies and Vincent Industries for their role in sorting and delivering donations. Vinnies representatives Chantelle French and Sarah Hedditch mentioned how the collection “makes it possible for all families in need within the municipality to have toys for their kids.” Last year, they reached 350 families and are aiming for a similar level of support this year.

Mayor Duniam invites everyone to make a meaningful donation (unwrapped!) to the Wonders of Wynyard of non-perishable food items, back-to-school supplies, cash contributions, and gift vouchers to brighten a family’s day!

Bark Park Now Open!

Located at the Wynyard Show Ground, the new dog park offers numerous advantages! Its proximity to the Wynyard CBD makes it easily accessible, being only a short walk from supermarkets, cafes, the Wynyard vet, the childcare centre, and other amenities. Additionally, for all the Coastal Pathway users, it is conveniently situated along the route (through Gutteridge Gardens), making it a great ‘paws’ spot for you and your furry friend! The park is equipped with essential amenities for dogs, including a water station, a poo bag dispenser, a toy box (which consists of community donated toys for dogs) and a cooling down pool. Importantly, Council funded secure fencing, including double gates at the two entry points to prevent dogs from escaping, meaning you can enjoy the undercover seating knowing that your fur baby is safe inside

New chair at Doctors Rocks

Have you seen the beautiful chairs along the coastal pathway? This beautiful metal chair created by Adam and Clarissa has just been installed at Doctors Rocks in Wynyard. Both practice in traditional and modern blacksmithing and fabrication techniques. When the couple designed the chair, their aim was to create an oversized, whimsical piece that would give the illusion of making the person sitting in it appear smaller against the expansive landscape (as you will see in the last photo). The seat provides a spot for tourists and locals to stop, take a photo, relax, and engage with the beautiful Doctors Rocks landscape. The art chairs being installed along the Coastal Pathway are a Council initiative to incorporate public art in our municipality.

Get ready to light up Waratah-Wynyard this holiday season! Enter Waratah-Wynyard Council’s Christmas Light 2024 Competition for a chance to show off your festive spirit and brighten up the community. We’re looking for the best-decorated homes, and you could be in the running for fantastic prizes!

Enter your light display now at https://www.warwyn.tas.gov.au/news/xmas2024/

Winners will be announced on December 20, 2024 on Facebook and our website!

Boat Harbour Beach Master Plan Construction – Update

The Boat Harbour Beach Master Plan was created to address both the community’s needs and visitor expectations, ensuring a sustainable future for the area. It provides a strategic guide to manage public spaces, improve infrastructure, and align the development of the area with a unifying vision.

The plan’s objectives focus on maintaining the natural beauty of Boat Harbour Beach while enhancing its infrastructure to support its growing popularity. It sets out clear steps for protecting the area’s values and guides future development in a cohesive manner.

Phase 1—Initial Construction Works (5 Nov 2024-March/April 2025)

Key construction activities in this phase will include: 

• Establishing site fencing and conducting earthworks. 
• Installing new electricity supply cables to service the area. 
• Demolishing existing public amenities and providing temporary facilities. 
• Constructing a new sewerage pumping station. 
• Creating a new connection for Port Road through the site. 
• Laying foundations for the new surf club building. 

Residents and visitors should note the following temporary changes during the initial construction phase: 

• Limited parking will be available near the beach, though access will remain open with a reduced number of spaces. 
• Seeker’s Café and the Surf Life Saving Club will continue to operate without disruption. 
• Traffic diversions via Cummings Street and Moore Street will be in place until at least March/April 2025. See map below: