Cr Column Councillor Amanda Hall

There is no greater gift you can give to others than that of your time.  There is no greater gift to yourself than the pleasure and satisfaction gained from helping others.  We are all quick to complain - it’s human nature, but rather than expend that energy on social media, ring a Councillor.  That’s our job and why we’re on Council.  I’m pleased to say that I receive quite a few phone calls from people who have an issue, who need assistance or simply information and I get the greatest satisfaction from helping them resolve an issue or pointing them in the right direction.  Those phone calls to say thank you mean more than you know and are truly appreciated.  As always, my mobile number is 0427827386.

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Congratulations to Conway and Jo Ganderton of the Ayr and District Orchid and Allied Plants Society for stepping up in the co-organizing of the Plantation Park Markets with Ayr State Primary School.  The ASPS Bush Markets are held on the first Sunday of each month, with the next one being held on 7^th June from 8am to 12noon in Plantation Park.  The Ayr and District Orchid and Allied Plants Society Markets are on the third Sunday of each month with the next being held on 21 June 8am-12noon at Plantation Park.  As always, there will be a myriad of goods for sale with literally something for everyone.  Stallholders can phone 4790 3333 or 4783 6627 to find out more information.

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People who volunteer their time for the many different organisations are such an invaluable part of our community.  I had the pleasure of attending the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce general meeting recently where Margie Ryder was one of the guest speakers.  Margie is Secretary of Volunteering NQ and she is indeed a pocket dynamo.  Her effervescent energy and love of volunteering is captured in the phrase “Without volunteers NOTHING happens”.  This is the absolute truth so thank you to all who volunteer in our community.

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Don’t forget to get your tickets for the Burdekin Interschool Drama Festival which is on at the Burdekin Theatre Friday 5^th June.  We have some wonderfully talented young people in the Burdekin and this event, along with the recently held Burdekin Eisteddfod and Fast Track showcase these talents beautifully.  I remember being involved as a student at Home Hill State High School, although I was more at home in the background doing props than centre stage. Tickets are $25.00.

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Lastly, should you require the services of a JP, you can find one at the Burdekin Library between 10am and 2pm each Tuesday.

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God Bless and take care.

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