Hi Everyone!
Hope you all had a fantastic Easter break :)
With my first week in the Burdekin in the books, I can positively say: I love this place already! You all have made it so easy for me to settle in and find my feet in my new role as your local voice.
I’ve really enjoyed learning and writing about some of your stories this week. After just a couple days on the job, one thing is already unequivocally clear: you guys LOVE your local events—and I’m all for it! It’s refreshing to see a community bound by shared interests and a real sense of pride in where they live.
The Easter break afforded me plenty of time to explore the beautiful Burdekin region and beyond. A key highlight was the beautiful Alva Beach—perfect for a sunset stroll/dip. It’s also been great to take in some of the Burdekin’s hallmarks, like the Burdekin Bridge and the Burdekin River, and to indulge in some of the local pubs and restaurants.
Although I was able to do a bit of exploring over the last week, I’m still very open to any suggestions of what else to do or see. And, as always, if you have a story to tell, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Looking forward to the week ahead!
Cheers!