The Tingha boundary adjustment from Armidale to Inverell will go back to residents for consultation

The small town west of Guyra has long wanted to move into Inverell Shire Council.

Mayor Simon Murray said the final round of community consultation will happen next month.

“A new Armidale Regional Council has been elected since the community was previously consulted on this issue,” he said.

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“This is an important issue for the Tingha community, and the Armidale region community as a whole, and should be considered by the new council for possible endorsement.”

The process is an opportunity to ensure all of the affected community was properly consulted, Cr Murray said.

“It is envisaged this will be final steps in community engagement on the issue, so council wants to ensure all affected residents and property owners have ample opportunity to express their opinion,” he said.

Residents and ratepayers will receive the poll forms by mail at the start of June and will have until 18 June to submit their completed forms.

Council will hold an information stall outside the Tingha Town Hall on Friday 8 June from 2.30pm to 4.30pm for anyone with questions about the poll and the proposed boundary amendment.

For further information, visit council’s website or call 1300 136833.