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Balonne Shire Council is now calling for nominations for the 2020 Australia Day Awards.

Get ready for a morning packed with entertainment at the Get Ready Balonne Family Fun Day near the boat ramp on The Terrace, St George, on Sunday 13 October from 9am.

Bollon residents and community groups are invited to join Councillors and senior Council leaders for an informal catch up on 2 October.

Council is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from Contractors interested in undertaking construction and maintenance works on Council’s road network over an 18 month period, ending 30 June 2021.

Community Notice - 2019 Council Meeting Schedule 

Community Notice - 2020 Meeting Schedule

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Forest Lake Community Hall, 60 College Avenue, Forest Lake. Sunday, January 26, 2020, 5:45 – 6:45pm Join us for guided meditation that allows you to leave behind all the stress and worries of your week. Our deep peace relaxation classes help with anxiety stress and learning to relax.  No bookings required.  Status: Open Event type: Fitness & well-being Cost: Free Age: All ages Bookings required: No

Sunday, January 26, 2020, 5:30 – 10pm In celebration of this year’s Brisbane Chinese Festival, Council will be projecting Yin Lu’s artwork Priceless Treasure onto the William Jolly Bridge from 22–26 January 2020, from 5:30–10pm each night. Yin Lu is a Brisbane-based Chinese Australian artist, who graduated from QUT in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree of Fine Arts, majoring in Visual Arts, and is currently a postgraduate student at UQ studying Master of Primary Teaching. Brisbane Chinese Festival coincides with the Chinese New Year 2020, activating King George Square and Queen Street Mall on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 February 2020.

Tuesday, January 28, 2020, 7 – 8:30pm **Booked out** Gareth Reynolds, Arrested Development writer and one-half of the smash-hit podcast THE DOLLOP, is set to make his solo stand-up debut in Australia this January with his brilliantly clever quips. Originally hailing from the sweet streets of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Gareth moved to Los Angeles and starred in NBC’s THE REAL WEDDING CRASHERS, which was as creatively stimulating as it was successful. Location: Visy Theatre Venue address: Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington Street, New Farm Venue: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Status: Booked out Event type: Performing arts Age range: Teens, Young adults, Adults (30+), Seniors Cost: Admit: $40 - plus transaction fee of $6.90 Age: Suitable for ages 15+.

Tenders are invited for a TBSC/19/012 - Ayr Showgrounds - Electrical Upgrade - Stage 2

We are seeking applications for a Leading Hand – Form Setter/Concreter to assist with the construction and maintenance of civil infrastructure in connection with roads, footpaths, kerbing and channelling, stormwater drainage, boat ramps and other functions of Council. Applications close on Tuesday, 1 October 2019 at 5.00pm.

The Burdekin Library at 108 Graham Street, Ayr will be closed Saturday 21 September to allow for the final work on the library's new air-conditioning plant.

Seven arts projects in the Cairns region will share in $61,328 in funding under Round One of RADF 20 More

Council has reopened the recently upgraded Greenpatch camping ground in Gordonvale after reviewing i More

A new, larger and purpose built complex to house Council’s new Material Recovery Facility will More

It was a weekend of jazz, sequins, spats, diva dogs, vintage clothes and great fun when the Tropical Art Deco Weekend took centre stage in Innisfail.   Tropical Art Deco Weekend reference... Read More About August 13, 2019 - Tropical Art Deco Weekend a roaring success »

Innisfail Boat Harbour is getting a new lease of life with rehabilitation of the mooring piles and walkways and fittings.   The Innisfail Boat Harbour Piles Rehabilitation is a Queensland... Read More About August 8, 2019 - W4Q boost for Innisfail Boat Harbour »

Tropical Coast Tourism is hosting free ‘Gearing your Business’ workshops for Cassowary Coast business owners and operators across the region next week to help them make the most of local... Read More About August 6, 2019 - Free workshops for Cassowary Coast businesses »

Blackwater is a winner in the 2019 Queensland Sustainable Communities competition in the environmental sustainability category and highly commended in … Continue reading Keep Australia Beautiful environmental gong goes to Blackwater The post Keep Australia Beautiful environmental gong goes to Blackwater appeared first on Central Highlands Regional Council.

Central Highlands Regional Council’s youth development team and libraries are set to make the summer holidays even better with activities … Continue reading Jam-packed school holiday activities for kids of all ages The post Jam-packed school holiday activities for kids of all ages appeared first on Central Highlands Regional Council.

The Emerald Airport runway will soon be the first commercial runway in Australia with a stone mastic asphalt (SMA) surface, with works set to … Continue reading Emerald airport runway first to use stone mastic asphalt in Australia The post Emerald airport runway first to use stone mastic asphalt in Australia appeared first on Central Highlands Regional Council.

Charters Towers Regional Council has signed a new agreement with the Queensland Government for this financial year’s Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) program.   Council...

Starting today, 3 October, Council will release its new draft Charters Towers Regional Local Government Infrastructure Plan (LGIP) for community consultation.   The LGIP is a...

Public Notification of the Draft Charters Towers Regional Local Government Infrastructure Plan Charters Towers Regional Council invites submissions on the Draft Charters Towers Regional Local...

Please be aware of students on the gravel section of Parkinson Street next to Endeavour Christian College from 1.30pm to 3pm today - the school is holding a colour run to celebrate the end of the school year! (Feed generated with FetchRSS)

Cook Shire Connect e-newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/cook/0myr6uhr0y-1563041 (Feed generated with FetchRSS)

Have you signed up to Council's enewsletter yet? Get your Council and community news delivered straight to your inbox once a month. Check out the November edition here https://mailchi.mp/cook/0myr6uhr0y-1562309 (Feed generated with FetchRSS)

There is Lots happening at the “Doomadgee Youth Hub” for ages 15 to 25 Computers Internet Playstations with Lots of games Pool Tables Table tennis Darts Basket Ball Hoops Movies and lots more MONDAY NIGHTS – is girls night (Girls Only) WEDNESDAY NIGHTS – is for the Boys Openi...

COUNCIL has placed a temporary ban on sprinklers and irrigation systems in the Douglas Shire as tinder dry conditions force level three water restrictions for the second year in a row. High consumption and a lack of rainfall has contributed to a rapid drop in water levels at the...

EMPLOYMENT opportunities become available as construction at the Salvation Army’s new Kubirri Aged Care Centre in Mossman is given a practical completion date of July, 2020. Recruitment Specialists for the Centre are seeking interest for carers, registered nurses, a centre...

Queensland Government’s Back on Track roadshow is coming to the Douglas Shire to support all small businesses to adapt and grow following the devastating floods earlier this year. The roadshow will be at the Port Douglas Market on Sunday, 24 November, 2019 to help your business...

ETHERIDGE SHIRE PRIMARY PRODUCERS & SMALL BUSINESSES effected by the monsoon trough in early 2019 are now eligible to apply for SPECIAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE RECOVERY GRANTS.

ETHERIDGE SHIRE PRIMARY PRODUCERS & SMALL BUSINESSES effected by the monsoon trough in early 2019 are now eligible to apply for SPECIAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE RECOVERY GRANTS.

Information on Council Elections 2020.

Council currently has a large pump, pumping water from the River while it is flowing, into the Recreational Lake to assist with the filling of the lake.   Council apologises for...

04 JUN: Interest in Gladstone Regional Council’s environmental event, Ecofest, continues to grow annually with 6202 people attending last Sunday’s (2 June) event.

03 JUN: It’s officially Winter and despite some cooler weather, the Gladstone Region is heating up, with plenty of Gladstone Regional Council-planned and supported community activities on offer in coming months.

03 JUN: Workman’s Beach Camp Ground and Day Use Area at Springs Road, Agnes Water will close to the public from Tuesday to Friday next week (11-14 June) for annual maintenance work.

Commuting by water is now a reality, with the Gold Coast’s first ferry service launched today.Mayor Tom Tate together with operator Ferry I announced the new five-stop service, named Hopo, would commence this Sunday, 8 December. “This new service, part of our 2031 Transport Strategy, offers a unique travel experience to our residents and visitors, giving them greater access to our waterways and popular destinations,” said Mayor Tate.“Travelling by water is a great way to help reduce traffic on our roads and to enjoy the Gold Coast’s beautiful waterways – it’s a win-win.”Mayor Tate said it’s hoped the service will carry up to 700 passengers each week.  “Our transport demands are growing and changing, and the ferries are one way we’re diversifying our transport network to ensure the Gold Coast remains a connected city.“During and after the trial, we’ll work with the operator and partners to assess the success of the service.” The two year trial service will stop at five popular waterfront precincts: Appel Park at Surfers Paradise, HOTA at Surfers Paradise, Marina Mirage at Main Beach, Broadwater Parklands at Southport and Sea World at Main Beach. If the trial is successful, additional stops may be considered.Ferry I General Manager Anthony Ardern said it was important the community get behind the service so it can become a permanent feature of the city’s public transport network.“Passengers will be able to buy a day ticket to hop on and off as much as they want in the space of a day, or a single destination ticket for just $4,” Mr Ardern said. “The ferry will stop approximately every hour, with one ferry heading upstream and the other heading downstream.

City of Gold Coast has detected asbestos along a section of the foreshore at Palm Beach.Two sections of the foreshore between the Tallebudgera Surf Club and 25th Ave, Palm Beach will be closed for at least a week.The foreshore between 27th and 28th Ave will not be closed.The safety and wellbeing of the community is the City’s number one priority and we take the management of asbestos very seriously.As soon as the asbestos was identified, the City took measures to cordon off the affected area and alert the public.

Ipswich City Council has launched a new promotion to help traders and tradies in and

The new state-of-the-art library at Rosewood is taking shape with construction work on track for an opening in early 2020.

Ipswich businesses are encouraged to thoroughly check Ipswich City Council’s proposed local laws in case they impact the way they

Isaac region pool opening hours - Christmas and New Year

Clermont Historical Centre - Annual Closure

It’s time once again for residents to power up and nominate to swim, cycle and run at the annual Isaac Regional Council Australia Day Triathlon in Moranbah.

Livingstone Youth Action Group member and Yeppoon State High School student Thomas Morris is excited to see his recent anti-cyber bullying project make a difference to local youth in his community.

As temperatures continues to rise causing a spike in water usage, Livingstone Shire Council is urging residents to keep an eye on their overall water consumption.

Mareeba Shire Council is pleased to invite you to tender for the restoration of Bowers... The post T-MSC2019-24 Bowers Street Pavement Rehabilitation appeared first on Mareeba Shire Council.

T-MSC2019-28 MSC DRFA Works – Eastern Roads Package Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites written tenders... The post T-MSC2019-28 MSC DRFA Works – Eastern Roads Package appeared first on Mareeba Shire Council.

T-MSC2019-27 MSC DRFA Works – Mid-Western and Dimbulah Roads Package Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites... The post T-MSC2019-27 MSC DRFA Works – Mid-Western and Dimbulah Roads Package appeared first on Mareeba Shire Council.

Council is urging all residents to be ready for a bushfire event.

Council’s administration and customer service centres will close from 12:00 PM 24 December 2019, and resume normal business hours from Thursday 2 January 2020.

You toss an old tube of toothpaste in the recycling bin thinking someone, somewhere, will sort it out. This is called ‘wishcycling’ and it’s a bad habit that’s doing more harm than good.

Residents are advised that dog registrations are now overdue. To avoid a penalty all owners with outstanding registration fees are encouraged to pay immediately. For further information please contact Council’s Customer service centre on 4656 0500. Payment can be made over the phone, EFTPOS or cheque.   If you are going away from home you […] The post Dog Registrations now overdue & Pet care appeared first on Quilpie Shire Council.

Head to the Quilpie Library for Kids Christmas Craft! Ages 5-9: Tuesday 10 December from 11am – 12pm Ages 10-14: Wednesday 11 December from 3pm – 4pm Morning and Afternoon tea will be provided. For more information contact Quilpie Shire Council’s HPO Officer Michelle Donohue on 0427 243 055 or the Quilpie Library on 4656 […] The post Kids Christmas Craft appeared first on Quilpie Shire Council.

Heart of Australia will be visiting Quilpie from Friday 13 December to Sunday 15 December 2019 at John Waugh Park. The mobile clinic will be offering the following services: Cardiology specialist consultations  stress schocardiograms  exercise stress testing Echocardiograms 24 hour holter monitoring 24 hour blood pressure monitoring ECGs Telehealth sleep specialist consultations Sleep Studies and […] The post Heart of Australia – Quilpie appeared first on Quilpie Shire Council.

The drought has closed in on South East Queensland with eight local government areas, including Redland City Council, being drought-declared by the Queensland Government, effective from 1 December 2019. Drought declarations are based on a number of factors including significant lack of rain, depleted pasture reserves and escalating concerns about agricultural water supply. Primary producers  Continue reading...

Redland City Council has acknowledged the efforts of Redlands Coast volunteers with a special Christmas brunch at Historic Ormiston House. The event, held on Saturday, 7 December, followed International Volunteers Day, which falls on 5 December each year. Mayor Karen Williams said the event was staged to thank the hundreds of volunteers across Redlands Coast  Continue reading...

Queensland farmers doing it tough as a result of the drought will benefit from donations collected at Redland City Council’s annual Christmas by Starlight event in Cleveland later this month. Mayor Karen Williams said Council would partner with the Rotary Club of Cleveland to collect donations at the event for the Rotary Australia drought appeal.  Continue reading...

The prolonged drought is forcing Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) to be resourceful in a bid to complete its scheduled road construction and maintenance program, particularly in the region’s southern districts. “The lack of easily accessible water, particularly around Cambooya, Greenmount, Clifton, Millmerran and Leyburn, has forced a re-think on how Council sources water for our road construction and maintenance works,” Cr Taylor said. “The stresses on the southern town supplies means, that where possible, these must be kept for business and residential use.

“The SARHL Plan complements other Council actions that encourage health and wellbeing of our community, including the CHANGE program, Sustainable Transport Strategy, ‘Green.IS’ and Council’s membership of ‘Walk21’, the International Charter on Walking. “The SARHL Plan also highlights the growing importance of the Toowoomba Region Trails Network Strategy that provides a unique experience through trail-based recreation activities for our residents and visitors. “The community has been a major contributor to the development of the SARHL Plan with more than 1000 people having input by completing surveys, attending workshops, focus groups or meetings.” Council consideration for approval of the Environment and Community Committee recommendation of the Sport and Active Recreation and Healthy Living Plan will occur at the Ordinary Meeting on Tuesday 17 December 2019.

“We’ve seen a number of businesses move towards cashless facilities and by taking a similar path we’ll be able to provide a more cost-effective service for our residents,” Cr Cahill said. “Not only is this a more cost-effective way of doing business but it also removes cash handling on site which will speed up the service for residents when using our facilities. “The majority of cash transactions occur at the Greater Toowoomba Waste Management Facility which is why we will continue to accept cash at this facility.” The committee recommendation will now be taken to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 17 December 2019 for approval.

Council is encouraging the community to Celebrate Christmas Together in 2018.  We are spreading Christmas cheer with a range of FREE events and promot...

The recycled water re-use scheme is a key plank in Council’s 3-point water security solution.

Share your thoughts on the Central Park Concept Design Report online at the Townsville 2020 website until the end of the year.

Beating school holiday boredom is easy in the Western Downs this summer, with a jam-packed calendar of activities scheduled across... read more

Western Downs residents are being encouraged to rethink the way they’re using water around the garden as the region continues... read more

Six outstanding high school graduates from across the region have been recognised for their excellence as part of this year’s... read more

The tender and design for the new facility at Shute Harbour has been given the green light with works expected to begin next month.

Construction works are progressing well for Whitsunday Regional Council’s $9.6 million Administration Building in Proserpine.

The $35 million construction tender for the rebuild of Shute Harbour terminal and seawall was awarded to Vassallo Constructions Pty Ltd at Council’s Ordinary Meeting today, with works expected to begin from early January 2020.

The drain buddy installation was a huge success today and received lots of positive community interest and support.    3 drain buddies were connected to drains on the beach near the church and 5 drain buddy nets were installed inside drains located on Noble Drive, Gribble Street and Reservoir Road.   The Council road crew […]

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-04-06/more-businesses-being-socially-responsible-to-attract-consumers/9622668   Thanks to all of you for your help with this project. I hope you like the results.   The radio program with Yarrabah in it is now here http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/bestpractice/mind-your-business-part-2/9614554   Yarrabah is in the last third of it. The program will be on Radio National on the weekend, tomorrow at 5am (!) and […]

  The radio program with Yarrabah in it is now here http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/bestpractice/mind-your-business-part-2/9614554   Yarrabah is in the last third of it.