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Baw Baw Shire Council currently has up to two vacancies on the Place Names Advisory Committee and is seeking submissions of expressions of interest from community members interested in joining.
About the Committee
The Place Names Advisory Committee is a valuable forum for discussion and decision-making on matters relating to the naming of Baw Baw Shire's streets, parks, reserves and features.
Several committee highlights 2023 include:
a survey conducted into notable, historical women in Baw Baw Shire. This received a broad and diverse response with several names set aside for future consideration.
the naming of the Pavilion at Warragul's Western Park after Liza Pharaoh.
the development of a Place Naming Policy to better guide the Committee's decisions and provide clarity to the community.
Advisory Committee Meetings are generally held in Warragul at the WGAC from 3pm - 5pm on the first Monday in March, June, September, and December.
Interested in joining the Place Names Advisory Committee?
Interested community members can submit an expression of interest via the submission tool below. Please include a statement explaining why you wish to join the committee and what skills or perspectives you can offer, along with a current resume (optional).
Expressions of interest will be accepted until 5pm on Wednesday 20 December 2023.
If a high volume of expressions of interest are received, interviews may be conducted to select successful members. All membership appointments are at the discretion of the Committee Chair and Council CEO. Successful applicants will be contacted directly.
Baw Baw Shire Council currently has up to two vacancies on the Place Names Advisory Committee and is seeking submissions of expressions of interest from community members interested in joining.
About the Committee
The Place Names Advisory Committee is a valuable forum for discussion and decision-making on matters relating to the naming of Baw Baw Shire's streets, parks, reserves and features.
Several committee highlights 2023 include:
a survey conducted into notable, historical women in Baw Baw Shire. This received a broad and diverse response with several names set aside for future consideration.
the naming of the Pavilion at Warragul's Western Park after Liza Pharaoh.
the development of a Place Naming Policy to better guide the Committee's decisions and provide clarity to the community.
Advisory Committee Meetings are generally held in Warragul at the WGAC from 3pm - 5pm on the first Monday in March, June, September, and December.
Interested in joining the Place Names Advisory Committee?
Interested community members can submit an expression of interest via the submission tool below. Please include a statement explaining why you wish to join the committee and what skills or perspectives you can offer, along with a current resume (optional).
Expressions of interest will be accepted until 5pm on Wednesday 20 December 2023.
If a high volume of expressions of interest are received, interviews may be conducted to select successful members. All membership appointments are at the discretion of the Committee Chair and Council CEO. Successful applicants will be contacted directly.
