Griffith, NSW
City in New South Wales
Australia
Griffith, NSW protects public cemetery staff from workplace injuries with portable platforms
The city's cemetery team sought a safer method for preparing burial vaults after its leader was injured. The use of ladders proved insufficient for the double-vault depth of the public cemetery. Griffith's fitter welder, cemetery personnel, and Work and Health Safety team designed a pair of platforms using on-hand materials. The platforms safely lower to the appropriate level and support vault preparations without disturbing coffins or surrounding structures.
Griffith, NSW
Australia
Griffith, NSW promotes local job opportunities with Griffith Now Hiring campaign
The centerpiece of the campaign is the Griffith Now Hiring website. Local businesses promote job openings to applicants with a searchable list. Recent Jobs and Job Spotlight sections provide different views of the regional job market. The website includes primers for new residents on living and learning in Griffith. The council's economic development team promotes job opportunities through a biweekly newsletter, social media posts, and targeted Google Adwords campaigns.
Griffith, NSW
Australia
Griffith, NSW introduces virtual reality technology as part of development feedback process
Griffith residents first provided VR-based feedback when the city council planned the Enticknap Park project. Each VR session takes the user through a 3D experience of a project based on conceptual art and construction plans. Council members pushed for further use of VR based on the strength of resident feedback during the park project.
Griffith, NSW
Australia