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Orange
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- Local government area where the committee met and decisions apply.
- Location of the council meeting and the local government area affected by the planning guidance.
- Council area covered by the meeting and future strategy work.
- Meeting held at the Civic Centre in Orange; council business relates to the local government area.
Decisions
Orange airport ILS proposal deferred
Council deferred consideration of investigating an instrument landing system at Orange Airport to the next Airport Community Committee meeting.
Pushes the airport weather/landing technology discussion to a later advisory forum before any further action.
Churchill Avenue sewer works approved
Council resolved to proceed under section 67(2) of the Local Government Act with sewer-related works on 13 private properties between 40 and 64 Churchill Avenue, Orange.
Affects nearby property owners and may involve service interruptions or property access works.
Sports precinct lighting contract and staging approved in Closed Meeting
Council authorised the CEO to contract Zauner Constructions for Orange Sports Precinct lighting components, including athletics track lighting and sports field lighting, and approved additional footings/cabling for John Davis Stadium to support 1,400 lux at extra cost.
Directly affects a major sporting facility and future lighting standard, with implications for community sport and council spending.
Small donations approved to local organisations
Council approved multiple donations, including $500 to City of Orange Eisteddfod Society Inc, $2,500 to Orange Triathlon, $2,500 to Orange Regional Malayalee Association, $2,500 to Charles Sturt University, and $280 to The Rotary Club of Orange North. A proposed $2,500 donation to the Australian Dohne Breeders’ Association lapsed due to no mover/seconder; one item was withdrawn.
Supports community events, cultural activities, education, and local volunteering, with some public funds redirected to local groups.
Local Transport Forum minutes adopted, including school signage changes
Council acknowledged the Local Transport Forum reports and adopted its minutes, including a sign adjustment on Woodward Street outside Orange High School and updated no-parking times outside Canobolas Public School to match bell times.
Affects school pick-up/drop-off traffic management and parking around two schools.
Safe room at Orange Courthouse to be inspected
Council acknowledged correspondence from Orange Aboriginal Medical Service, including a request linked to improvements to the safe room at Orange Courthouse, and requested a lunch-time inspection of the newly refurbished safe room by committee members.
This may affect access to, and safety arrangements within, local court services.
Disability Inclusion Action Plan placed on exhibition
The Blayney Cabonne Orange Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 was placed on public exhibition for at least 28 days.
Invites community feedback on accessibility and inclusion priorities affecting local services and public spaces.
Donation to Orange Lapidary and Mineral Club
Council approved a $2,500 donation to Orange Lapidary and Mineral Club Inc to help purchase and install two professional faceting machines, contributing towards a $19,900 project.
Supports a local community group and equipment purchase that may benefit club activities and skills-based recreation.
Bike repair/tool and pump station feasibility to be explored
The Bicycle Community Committee will liaise with Orange Mountain Bike Club and Orange City Council Natural Resources Team to confirm existing station locations and explore the concept and funding for further bike repair tool and pump stations.
Could result in more maintenance and support facilities for cyclists in Orange.
Orange Showground budget rollover request supported for consideration
Council acknowledged the Orange Showground Community Committee’s reports, determined recommendation 4.1.1, and adopted the remainder of its minutes, including a request that any unspent budget be rolled over into the new year for a higher budget project.
May affect future spending priorities and improvements at the Orange Showground.
Expressions of Interest accepted for NAIDOC Week 2026 events
Expressions of Interest were accepted for Community Awards Night, Street March and Opening Ceremony, and Mawambul Exhibition and Museum Open Day.
These decisions support the delivery of public NAIDOC Week events and activities across Orange.
Orange Sports Precinct field lighting tender deferred
In closed session, Council deferred consideration of Tender F4502-1 for field lighting at the Orange Sports Precinct.
This may delay part of the sports precinct project timeline.
Retail redevelopment application at 86 Summer Street deferred
Council deferred DA 353/2025(1) for demolition, specialised retail premises and retail premises at Lot 100 DP 1291348 - 86 Summer Street, Orange. The deferral is to allow review of condition changes proposed by Cr Duffy and for a site inspection.
This delays a proposed commercial redevelopment in central Orange while councillors review conditions and inspect the site.
Planning proposal and DCP amendment endorsed
Council endorsed the planning proposal as exhibited and authorised the CEO to formally make the plan under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. Council also resolved to adopt the amendment to Orange Development Control Plan 2004 once the plan is notified, provide a copy to the Planning Secretary, and publish notice on Council’s website within 28 days of adoption.
This finalises a planning framework change and will update the Development Control Plan that guides future development assessment.
Donation for Orange Netball Association publication
Council approved a $2,000 donation to Orange Netball Association to help publish “Scoring Goals: 84 Years of Netball in Orange (1942–2026)”.
Supports a local sporting organisation and preservation of Orange community history.
Donation for Mr Perfect Incorporated charity BBQs
Council approved a $750 donation to Mr Perfect Incorporated to contribute to the operational costs of charity BBQs in Orange.
Helps sustain local charity activities and community support events.
Topics
Open forum admitted late items
Council agreed to consider two late items: a rescission notice on Orange Sports Precinct field lighting and a notice of motion about amendments to the Sex Discrimination Act.
Shows council flexibility in adding urgent public items to the agenda.
Confidential discussion on sports precinct tender
The meeting went into closed session to consider confidential information on Orange Sports Precinct field lighting tender matters before public resolutions were made.
Commercially sensitive procurement matters were considered out of public view.
Woodward Street sign adjustment near Orange High School
The committee supported removing and relocating a No Stopping sign near the DuntryLeague entrance and replacing another sign with a No Stopping repeater sign.
Could change parking and stopping behaviour around the school bus loop and adjacent street frontage.
East Orange wetland and stormwater harvesting programme
A councillor asked about construction on the Blackman’s Swamp Creek stormwater harvesting program and whether it contributes to water capture before summer 2027; the response was not fully captured in the extract.
Relevant to local water capture, drainage and environmental infrastructure planning.
Possible Orange base for visiting Rugby Union World Cup team
The CEO said the Mayor and CEO attended a Sydney event and the next step is for event organisers to visit Orange and meet Council staff.
May bring visiting teams and associated activity to Orange, with local venue and tourism implications.
Orange Courthouse safe room
The committee considered correspondence from Orange Aboriginal Medical Service about improvements to the courthouse safe room and arranged a site inspection.
Residents who use court services may see changes related to safety and access arrangements.
Airport hangar ground land rental
In closed session, Council resolved to continue charging rental for airport hangar ground land under the current Fees and Charges.
Affects airport tenants and commercial users at Orange Airport.
Byng Street carpark entrance tree replacement
A tree removed from the Byng Street entrance to the underground carpark is expected to be replaced during the winter planting program.
Residents near the centre of Orange may see planting works and changes to streetscape amenity.
Showground funding carryover
The Orange Showground Community Committee asked for any unspent budget to roll into the next year for a larger project.
Could influence future upgrades or projects at the showground.
Orange Sports Precinct and Conservatorium/Planetarium update
Council acknowledged an update report. The CEO advised the conservatorium cannot open separately while the planetarium remains incomplete because the whole building requires an occupation certificate.
Residents waiting for these facilities should expect opening to depend on completion of the entire building.
Think Orange website decommissioning
A councillor asked why the Think Orange website was being decommissioned. Staff said the infrastructure was old and that a live New Resident and Business Support section will replace it, with a dedicated location for statistics and information on the main website.
Residents and businesses will use different online channels for local support and information.
Accessible transport in Orange
The committee considered accessible transport issues affecting Orange, with specific attention to taxi services and government follow-up after the Transport Roundtable.
Relevant to residents who rely on accessible transport options, including seniors, people with disability and carers.
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