Cr Column - Councillor John Furnell

$215 for a tank of diesel …… how life can change quickly.

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We are all feeling the pinch as a result of the current world circumstances.

In Council we are undergoing budget deliberations and rising prices are impacting many of Council’s areas, as it is in the family and business budgets. We all need to think of ways to make that dollar stretch, whether that’s not being so heavy on the pedal or looking at upcoming priorities.    

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It’s to be hoped the world leaders can find a lasting peace that will see prices fall back to some normalcy. Perhaps each can look inside themselves and find the essence of each religion they espouse. I’m sure they would find more in common with their fellow man than the differences which has inflamed parts the world.  

We can’t control the bigger picture, but we can act locally to help the Burdekin community and its citizens. We as a Council have a responsibility to you, the community, to be respectful of your trust in us to make the best decisions based on facts and expert advice. As we know decisions today can have a ripple effect on the Burdekin community. Personally, if you can look to help a fellow person in these challenging times please do it.

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Bookings are open for ‘Breaking Barriers: Real Conversations’ Sunday 26^th April 2pm to 4pm. Jessica Rowe, Dave Kramer and Sam Thaiday will be at the Burdekin Memorial Hall. From masculinity to grief, menopause, identity and resilience, this event reminds us that breaking barriers starts with conversation.

The Cowboys have been giving us some joy lately, so we’ll see how we go tonight against the area I was born and bred in, Manly.  

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Health, happiness & may peace prevail

Cr John

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