NIRC - Newsletter
History never ceases to amaze us. The further we look, the more we find. Norfolk Island retains an impressive physical record of its convict era, and there’s no doubt our history and associated artefacts are something that adds to the intrigue of the island for our history buffs and tourists. It really is fascinating.
24 February 2022
WEED OF THE MONTH – HAWAIIAN HOLLY (Schinus terebinthifolia)
The recently printed Residential Waste Guide was a collaborative creation, and we thank all those who helped enable its production.
18 February 2022
Fulltime Position Vacant: Finance Officer
Norfolk Island Regional Council is seeking applications from enthusiastic, suitable persons to join the NIRC’s Finance team.
18 February 2022
Residential Waste Guide was a collaborative
The recently printed Residential Waste Guide was a collaborative creation, and we thank all those Barriers who helped enable its production.
18 February 2022
NORFOLK ISLAND GOVERNMENT GAZETTE NO. 5
Any person may make written submissions to the General Manager about this Development Application. Submissions must be made in writing and either emailed to planning@nirc.gov.nf or posted to PO Box 95 Norfolk Island 2899; or hand delivered to Customer Care.
18 February 2022
Notice of Consultations: Kingston Heritage Management Plan and Site Master Plan
GML Heritage and Conrad Gargett will be visiting Norfolk Island in the week of 28 February 2022 to consult with the community on the preparation of a Site Master Plan for Kingston, and the update of the current Heritage Management Plan.
18 February 2022
Norfolk Island Plant Pest and Disease Survey
This year, we are running a plant pest and disease survey on Norfolk Island. We will be on Norfolk Island to run surveys and community workshops in Summer 2022 and Spring 2022. The Summer 2022 survey will take place from 14-19 March 2022.
18 February 2022
EMNI - 17 February 2022
Unvaccinated Community Members The business and community restrictions in place on Norfolk Island vary from those in other States and Territories. Other than the travel restrictions mentioned above, there are no other restrictions adopted by the EMT for unvaccinated community members, employees and employers, and the places that they can work and frequent. For example, you are not required to be vaccinated to work in the hospitality sector or to visit a café.
16 February 2022
VALUER GENERAL VISIT
The ValuerGeneral for Norfolk Island, Mr Paul O’Kelly, will be on the island from Friday 11 February 2022 to conduct land valuations.
11 February 2022
CLEANING YOUR SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) SYSTEM
Solar PV systems are like any electrical equipment that needs to be regularly maintained for safe and efficient use. Regular maintenance should be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and conducted by a qualified person who is aware of the electrical risks with solar panels.
11 February 2022
NI WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY CONSULTATION
NIRC is currently in the process of reviewing the Norfolk Island Waste Management Strategic Plan, a document developed in 2015 which set the basis for our current waste management system.
11 February 2022
2022 COMMUNITY PLANTING DAYS
As a result of unwavering community support, we were able to plant out a total of 1,157 native plants into five different reserves in 2021.
11 February 2022