In the space of a few weeks we've all witnessed how COVID-19 has disrupted events across the globe.
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Our shire is no different and this week, after much deliberation, we've made the difficult decision to scale-back this year's Tulip Time celebrations.
Tulip Time is synonymous with the Southern Highlands but given the uncertainty of future gatherings we had little choice but to pare back our annual floral festival.
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While this year's Tulip Time won't be cut altogether it will be a significantly smaller affair than in recent years.
Only a minimum number of flower beds will be planted in Corbett Gardens and all public events will be removed from the program.
Tours guides and coach operators will all be notified.
When deciding to cut back on this year's celebrations we considered numerous factors including the social and economic benefits to our Shire but ultimately agreed the safety of patrons was of paramount importance.
While we're all disappointed that this year's Tulip Time will be much smaller, the team at Destination Southern Highlands assures me that they've already turned their attention to our 2021 celebrations which they plan, on all things being equal, to be their biggest and best yet!
Financial Support Package
I would remind all readers that Council's COVID-19 Financial Support Package remains open for Highland residents and businesses impacted by the virus.
One of the key initiatives of this package is the ability to defer rates and charges for the next six months.
Application forms can be found online at either www.wsc.nsw.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-update or under the 'Rates' section of Council's website at www.wsc.nsw.gov.au/rates.
Completed forms can be returned via email to mail@wsc.nsw.gov.au or via post to Wingecarribee Shire Council, PO Box 141, Moss Vale NSW 2577.
To learn more about Council's COVID-19 Financial Support Package, or discuss your individual circumstances, please call our Revenue Team on phone 4868 0888.
Mothers' Day
This Sunday is Mothers' Day and much like Easter only weeks ago, this year's celebrations will be very different from previous years.
We wish all our Shire's mothers a wonderful, and hopefully restful, weekend.
