Leeton Shire Council has welcomed new Gogeldrie Weir Riverside Park caretakers, Neville and Denise Walsh, who will commence in the role tomorrow.
Council Manager Business Services, Brent Lawrence, said Mr and Mrs Walsh would be “a great fit” for the caretaker role at Gogeldrie Weir.
“Neville and Denise displayed a strong level of professionalism and friendliness in their interview and are sure to be well received by all users of the Weir. Council looks forward to them trialling some of their exciting, new ideas as they aim to make the Park even more attractive to local communities.”
Mr and Mrs Walsh have significant experience running roadhouses, cattle stations, hotels/motels and caravan parks across outback South Australia and Queensland.
Gogeldrie Weir Facilities Committee member and Deputy Mayor, Michael Kidd also acknowledged the service of outgoing caretakers Roy and Dianne Trott.
“We thank Roy and Dianne for their outstanding commitment to the role and the excellent job they have done building the profile of the Gogeldrie Weir precinct during their time with us. Their efforts have greatly improved the financial results at the Park, which is excellent. We wish them all the very best with their future plans traveling around Australia,” he said.
Council’s new caretakers for Gogeldrie Weir Riverside Park are contracted in the caretaker role until 30 June 2027.
