It can be as simple as a bowl of treats the children can collect from or you can go all out and decorate to the theme of Halloween.
If you are a Halloween enthusiast but live on a farm and would like to be involved they’re sure they can find you someone's front lawn for your set-up.
They will provide children with a map of participating houses so other residents of the town will not be impacted.
If you're keen please contact (02) 6954 4131.
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If you’re planning to burn on your property, you need to let the Rural Fire Brigade (RFS) know at least 24 hours before you light up.
This helps prevent unnecessary emergency calls and fire brigade responses. You also need to let your neighbours know at least 24 hours ahead.
Your cooperation helps keep our community safe and reduces unnecessary callouts for volunteers.
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Applications for the 2026 Coleambally/Darlington Point student grants close on October 31.
Be sure to not miss out on applying at www.cef.org.au and head to ‘Apply for a local Student Grant’.
For those studying Engineering, Information Technology, Agricultural Science or Finance and Communication be sure to check out CICL’s Grant Latta Bonded Scholarship by searching Coleambally/Darlington Point on the CEF website.
Interviews for successful shortlisted applicants will be held on November 14, 15 and 16.
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The Portsea Youth Committee is seeking enthusiastic senior leaders (18+ years) to volunteer for the 2026 Portsea Camp, from January 11 to 17, 2026.
In this role, you will support and supervise participating children on the bus to and from the camp.
This is a fantastic and rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact and be part of an unforgettable experience – all in a volunteer capacity.
For more information, contact Lauren Hall at Murrumbidgee Council on 1300 676 243 or laurenh@murrumbidgee.nsw.gov.au.
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Annual bulky waste and green waste collections are coming!
Collection dates are Coleambally this week and Darlington Point next week.
Need help? Seniors or people with disabilities can call council on 1300 676 243 for help moving items to the kerb.
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Please email cchirgwin81@gmail.com by 6pm Sunday evenings for information to be compiled for this column.
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