Minute with the Mayor - Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort

When we talk about Council’s budget each year, it’s easy to think of it as just numbers on a page. But in reality, it’s about the everyday things that keep our community running.

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It’s the roads we travel on each day, the drainage that protects our homes during the wet season, and the parks, pools and public spaces where families come together. It’s the essential services we often don’t think twice about - until they’re not there.

This year’s budget is guided by the theme “Sustainable Growth, Security Tomorrow,” and that really speaks to what we’re trying to achieve for the Burdekin - making sure what we have today continues to serve us well into the future.

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The 2026/27 Budget continues our focus on maintaining what we have while planning carefully for the future. It’s about making sure our infrastructure is reliable, our services are consistent, and our community remains a great place to live, work and raise a family.

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Council also recognises that many households and businesses are continuing to feel the pressure of rising living costs. That has been front of mind in shaping this year’s budget, with a strong focus on balancing what our community needs now with what we must plan for into the future.

A lot of Council’s work happens behind the scenes. From water and sewer systems to drainage networks and asset maintenance, these are the foundations that support daily life in the Burdekin. While they may not always be visible, they are critical to our community’s health, safety and long-term sustainability.  

Council is continuing to invest in the infrastructure that matters most, while also supporting the community spaces and facilities that contribute to our lifestyle. Because maintaining liveability is just as important as maintaining roads and services.

Importantly, this year’s budget is about balance. It’s about delivering what our community needs today, while planning responsibly for tomorrow.

That’s what sustainable growth looks like - making considered decisions now that will support a strong, connected and resilient Burdekin into the future.

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As always, I encourage residents to stay engaged, take an interest in Council’s work, and continue to be part of what makes our community so unique.

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Should you wish to reach out, don’t hesitate to contact me directly by phone at 0447 150 582, or feel free to send an email to mayor@burdekin.qld.gov.au.

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