Minute with the Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort

What a wonderful couple of weeks it has been celebrating our community.

At the Giru Show, I was reminded of the incredible dedication that small communities put into their events. The Giru Progress Association continues to achieve great things, and this year’s show was extra special as we paid tribute to Mrs Betty Corradi. For 35 years Betty worked tirelessly for the community she loved, and it was moving to see her family honour her memory with a balloon release.

We also marked a significant milestone - the 50th anniversary of the Burdekin Community Association (BCA). For half a century, BCA has stood as a beacon of compassion, supporting those in need, addressing hardship and distress, and building a safer, more connected community. Their ongoing work in the areas of domestic and family violence, homelessness, health, and social support has truly changed lives.

Council has also secured further funding through the Community and Recreational Assets Recovery Program, which means works will soon commence at three much-loved locations, I look forward to sharing this with you all soon.

Finally, I want to highlight the incredible talent we continue to see at our own Burdekin Theatre. Many of us love travelling to the big cities for headline acts, but the recent performance from Paul Ettore Tabone reminded us that world-class talent can be found right here at home. Paul, who grew up in Ingham, captivated audiences with his extraordinary voice and stage presence. Keep an eye out for his next performance - you won’t want to miss it.

If you’d like to reach out, I’d love to hear from you. You can contact me on 0447 150 582 or by email at mayor@burdekin.qld.gov.au.

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