Moving on: Three kickstart initiatives for Bilby

Refugee Resettlement

Bilby has been chosen for a refugee resettlement scheme, which will see the town welcome 20 families from Sudan. Federal government funding will provide for health, welfare and education support, as well as funding for the construction of permanent housing.

Renewable Energy

International wind energy provider, TrustWind, has recently relocated its Pacific Headquarters here in Bilby. TrustWind is looking to establish a 21-turbine wind farm on the outskirts of the town, in addition, the company will develop a tourist and education eco-centre that will provide workshops and tours of the facility.

Autumn Festival

The annual Autumn Festival has received a major boost with sponsorship from TrustWind, and a range of new diversity-focused workshops and events to celebrate Billby’s developing cultural diversity. In addition to the Green theme, sponsored by TrustWind, the Autumn Festival will showcase Bilby’s very own multicultural choir.

Mayor Kyle-Kennedy’s announcement here >>

Transcript of the Mayor’s speech here >>