Hindmarsh Shire has celebrated the commencement and completion of projects this month together with other special events.
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The Kiata Wind Farm commencement ceremony was held last week. The wind farm is a very exciting project that will have substantial economic benefits for our shire. Roger Price, the chief executive officer of Windlab, the wind farm developer, paid compliment to council, landowners, and community for their support and cooperation to deliver the project in such a timely manner.
Two exciting projects recently completed in Rainbow have both been officially opened.
Firstly, the magnificent new fence at the historic Yurunga Homestead - an exact replica of the original. The project is a classic example of what can be achieved, with relatively low expenditure, when community groups, volunteers, and other agencies partner together on a project. "Hands on Learning” students from Rainbow P-12 School made a significant contribution to the project.
It is a credit to the committee and many people over the years who have been involved in preserving Yurunga’s history.
Secondly, the Rainbow Recreation Reserve Pavilion was also officially opened last Friday. Council is very thankful to the state government for its financial assistance. Council also made a significant contribution towards the project together with the Rainbow Recreation Reserve committee who engaged in a major fundraising effort that was well supported by the community. The committee also gave "in kind” support to the project estimated at more than $30,000. Once again, I am in awe of the amazing effort put in by local volunteers. The Rainbow community should be exceptionally proud.
Harmony Day 2017 was celebrated with two events held in Nhill -one specifically for school children. The celebration saw the community centre packed with very engaged, excited children who were entertained by members of Cooinda dancing and students from the Lutheran Primary School showcasing their fluent Karen language in song. Ron Marks from Barengi Gadjin Land Council had no shortage of willing students eager to participate in activities to impart knowledge of indigenous culture. Harmony Day continued with an evening event for the wider community. Thank you to everyone who contributed to Harmony Day 2017.
