Cr Column - Councillor John Furnell

How good is the weather at the moment, cool enough to have a break from air-cons, cooler mornings/evenings and beautiful days. The “crush” is underway with increased traffic on the roads, let’s stay safe and be aware of vehicles around us.

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The Burdekin continues to shine in volunteerism, from the local footy, service clubs to the SES. A new Local Controller, Cheryl Wade has taken over the reins of the Burdekin SES, congrats and welcome to the wonderful SES volunteers.

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Works continue around the Shire, if you see something that needs attention, pot hole/damaged sign etc simply fill out a ‘Snap Send Solve’. If not on your mobile go to your App Store and download. Otherwise send an E mail to enquiries@burdekin.qld.gov.au or call 4783 9800.  

‘Cirque Nouvelle’, “a new evolution of circus” is on at the ‘Burdekin Theatre’ tonight 6pm. “After sell out shows across Australia, this internationally acclaimed all-star cast are back and ready to present a truly unique and versatile production”

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The ‘Millaroo Catfish Competition’ is on this Saturday 11th July. Any enquiries go to millaroopandc@outlook.com or call 0427 652 387.  

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The State of Origin has been ‘run and won’ for 2026, congrats to the competitive spirit shown by both teams. The Cowboy v Panthers game was the best game I’ve seen since the 2015 Grand Final, not just for the game but to celebrate JTs 300th. To see the Tongan princess and Prime Minister acknowledge JTs achievement along with the NRL was very special. What I admired most was players of both teams stayed around long after the game to take pictures and sign autographs which endeared them to the many fans, especially the young kids from the Laurie Spina Shield who saw they’re idols.  

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Wishing you health & happiness

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Cr John

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