Minute with the Mayor Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort

If anyone ever tells you there’s nothing to do in the Burdekin — tell them they’re not looking hard enough!

It’s event season in the Burdekin, and this weekend marks the first Debutante Ball of the year — a special tradition that brings families and our community together to celebrate and support our local young women.

Our tennis community was buzzing over the weekend, with visitors from near and far taking part in competitions and the official opening of the new amenities block at the Home Hill Tennis Courts.

It was wonderful to see Member for Burdekin, Dale Last, officially unveil the facility alongside the passionate Mrs Caswell, a dedicated volunteer with the Home Hill Tennis Association.

Her speech highlighted the power of local sponsorship, community support, and how everything from funding to the build was kept local. This is exactly how our community continues to thrive: by backing our own.

The Home Hill Tennis Association is also embracing the fast-growing sport of Pickleball. If you haven’t come across it yet, now’s the perfect time to give it a go, you might just discover your next favourite sport.

With the string of short weeks behind us, it’s great to see our local farmers hard at work preparing the fields. The sugar cane season is just around the corner, and it’s a reminder of how connected we are to the land and the hands that work it.

And speaking of things to do, don’t miss the Burdekin Machinery Field Day this Saturday. It’s always a highlight on the calendar and a great chance to explore, connect, and support local industry.

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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