Message from Save Cowal's Hills
Public Meeting
Hi folks, you may think that SC’sH have been quiet for a while but rest assured that we have been beavering away in the background on ways to avoid the proposed Giant’s Burn Wind Farm becoming a reality.
To this end we have arranged a public meeting in the Burgh Hall on the evening of 22nd of Aug at 19:00, dedicated to discussing this project. Notice of this meeting will be posted in the Observer but please pass the information to friends who may not follow this FB page.
If you wish to learn more about this proposal, you can find StatKraft’s scoping document on line or on the Energy Consents Unit Socottish Government site. The ECU reply to StatKraft is also available and includes comments on the scoping doc from Nature Scotland, Heritage Scotland and others plus references to National Park.
Giants Burn Wind Farm
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At Dunoon Community Council needs to hear from residents. We will then pass this information onto Argyll and Bute Council and the Scottish Government. Make your voice heard, let us know what you think.
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If you wish to let us know your thoughts via email please click the button below to send us an email.
Resignations from Dunoon Community Council.
Frauke Thornton. Frauke has been a Community Councillor since December 2022. Unfortunately due to an administration error she is no longer able to serve on Dunoon Community Council. Frauke has held the transport portfolio since December 2022 and has represented Dunoon Community Council at various meetings regarding transport. We wish Frauke all the best and hope to see her back on the Community Council again in the future.
Jim Anderson. Jim has unfortunately moved house and no longer resides within the Dunoon Community Council boundary area and therefore has resigned from Dunoon Community Council. Jim has been a valuable member of the Community Council, his local knowledge and his working knowledge of Argyll and Bute Council has been a huge asset. Jim will be sorely missed by Dunoon Community Council. We wish him well in his new house.
New Members to Dunoon Community Council.
Dunoon Community Council would like to welcome five new members to Dunoon Community Council. Following the Community Council By-Elections on 02nd May 2024, Timothy Moss, Gillian Robertson, Christine Cable, Jacolin Brown and Kerry Anderson have been elected to serve as Community Councillors on Dunoon Community Council. They were formally co-opted onto the Community Council last night (13th May 2024). We look forward to working with you all to make Dunoon and Kirn a better place for everyone.
Dunoon Community Council By-Elections
Make a difference
Argyll & Bute Community Councils are holding a By-Election on Thursday 02nd May 2024. If you wish to become a Community Councillor and make a difference to your community please click the contact button below to email the secretary for more information.
Police Scotland Cyber Scotland Week.
As part of Cyber Scotland Week Neighbourhood Watch Scotland are hosting a free webinar in conjunction with Police Scotland.
Join us for an exciting and informative Online Safety Event. The webinar is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 27th February, 6pm - 7pm.
In today's digital age, it's crucial to stay safe and secure while navigating the online world. This event aims to educate and empower individuals of all ages with the necessary knowledge and skills to protect themselves online.
During this event, we will cover various topics such as update & privacy settings, password management, public wi-fi and challenges & risks faced by children and young people (CYP). Our expert speakers will share practical tips and strategies to enhance your online safety.
Whether you're a parent, student, or professional, this event is for everyone! Gain invaluable insights, ask questions, and connect with like-minded individuals who share the same concerns about online safety.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to safeguard yourself and your loved ones online! To register please click here.
Best Dressed Property Competition 2023
Best Dressed Property Competition.
This year’s Christmas Competition was sponsored by DCC and Dunoon Presents. On Friday 15thDecember under the guidance of our 6-year-old head judge, judges visited all the businesses in Dunoon gazing at all the fantastic displays on show. The colours were magnificent, and the decisions kept going back and forth. In the end the decision was made. In first place was Dae it Yersel followed closely by the Pier Office.
On Sunday 17thjudges from DCC were joined by our very special 5-year-old judge. We drove around the DCC boundaries for what seemed like hours. There are so many houses in Dunoon decorated this year. We initially thought this would be an easy task, how wrong we were. Just when we thought we had a winner, we would turn a corner and out of the dark, wet December night would appear another house lit up so brightly it could be seen from the moon. Like Friday evening we were not disappointed. The eventual winners were chosen. The worthy winner being a property on Nelson Street, followed by our runner up on Alexandria Parade.
Congratulations to all our winners who received their £50 and £25 Dunoon vouchers.
On behalf of Dunoon Community Council and Dunoon Presents, we would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Winner - Residential
Located on the junction of Nelson Street and Gordon Street, this years residential winner brightens up the whole area.
Winner - Commercial
Dae it Yersel are the worthy winner of the best dressed commercial property. Well done Helena and team.
Runner-Up - Residential
This years residential runner up can be seen for miles along the promenade.
Runner-Up - Commercial
This years commercial runner up is the Pier building. What a lovely welcome to visitors to Dunoon coming of the ferry. Well done guys.
Local News
Train Time Table Change
The new train time table from Scotrail has now been released.
The changes take effect on 10th December 2023.
Please click the link to see the new time tables
Community Council News
Best Dressed Property Competition
Dunoon Community Council in collaboration with Dunoon Presents proudly announce this years Best Dressed Property Competition.
Our judges will be judging the two best dressed properties within the Dunoon Community Council area. The judges will also be looking for the two best dressed businesses in Dunoon.
The judging for the best dressed residential properties will take place between 1800hrs and 2000hrs on Sunday 17th December 2023.
The judging for the two best dressed businesses will take place between 1700hrs and 1800hrs on Friday 15th December 2023.
The winners will be announced on Friday 22nd December 2023 in the Observer.
First Place prize is a £50 Dunoon Gift Card.
Second Place Prize is a £25 Dunoon Gift Card.
GET YOUR LIGHTS ON.
Community Council News
Resignations/ Appointments
This week seen the resignation of two members of Dunoon Community Council.
Ewan Hamilton was our Vice Convener, He has submitted his resignation to the Convener which has now been accepted by Dunoon Community Council. Ewan has resigned for personal reasons and leaves us with our gratitude for all his hard work.
Ian Stewart has also tendered his resignation to the Convener which has now been accepted by Dunoon Community Council. Ian has resigned so he can concentrate on his University studies. He leaves us with our thanks and gratitude for all his work and guidance, especially on the IT.
On behalf of the Convener, we wish both Ewan and Ian all the best for the future.
We also welcome back to Dunoon Community Council, Amanda Graham, Amanda re-joins us after a short break. We look forward to working along side her.
Community Council News
Resignations/ Appointments
This week seen the resignation of two members of Dunoon Community Council.
Ewan Hamilton was our Vice Convener, He has submitted his resignation to the Convener which has now been accepted by Dunoon Community Council. Ewan has resigned for personal reasons and leaves us with our gratitude for all his hard work.
Ian Stewart has also tendered his resignation to the Convener which has now been accepted by Dunoon Community Council. Ian has resigned so he can concentrate on his University studies. He leaves us with our thanks and gratitude for all his work and guidance, especially on the IT.
On behalf of the Convener, we wish both Ewan and Ian all the best for the future.
We also welcome back to Dunoon Community Council, Amanda Graham, Amanda re-joins us after a short break. We look forward to working along side her.
Local News
Final Week of the 2023 Dunoon Poppy Appeal
Good Morning,
This is the final week of the 2023 Dunoon Poppy Appeal and the last chance to get your Poppy Pins and Merchandise. The Pins and Merchandise is running out quickly and we will not be able to get any additional stock. This week we will be in the following locations.
Today: Co-Op
Tuesday Morrisons
Wednesday Morrisons
Thursday Morrisons
Friday Morrisons
Saturday Morrisons & Argyll Street.
Come along and say hello to our fantastic volunteers.
Local News
Town Flags are Removed
Sunday 29th October saw the town Flags being taken down for the winter by a willing band of Dunoon Presents volunteers in some appalling conditions late on Sunday afternoon. Well done to Helen Moffatt, David Dain, John Smith and ABC Councillor Ross Moreland.
Dirty ones are now being cleaned by Cromlech Laundry, and after a check and any necessary repairs by other volunteers will be stored until late Spring.
2023 Dunoon Poppy Appeal
2023 Dunoon Poppy Appeal is now up and running. You will find the guys and girls at Morrisons Supermarket and the Co-Op, In addition to this they will be in Argyll Street on Saturdays 4th and 11th November. Come along and see what they have, make a donation or just have a chat.
Local News
Become a Community Councillor on Dunoon Community Council.
Dunoon Community Council Needs You.
Dunoon Community Council are looking for new members to join us.
We are looking for people who are looking to improve the lives of every one living in Dunoon. we are looking for people from any walk of life, who will be willing to represent the views of the local community and actively engage with the residents of Dunoon.
We are looking for people who can give up 2 hours a month to attend our monthly meetings, You must be over 16 and resident within Dunoon.
If this is you, then please get in touch with the Secretary via email at secretary@dunooncommunitycouncil.co.uk
We look forward to hearing from you.
Local News
CALMAC Winter Timetable Update
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