Three joeys, two cubs, one scout, two leaders and one adult helper did Clean Up Australia Day on a day that turned out to be very warm – a job well done. The day was finished with a BBQ and a swim at the pool. Contributed by Chris Berkery
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Opinion Piece Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox is calling out the Australian Government following the release of research that suggests its supercharged fuel efficiency standards could cost hard-working Aussies up to $25,000 more by 2029. Mr Willcox said the Government’s supercharged fuel efficiency standards are another discriminatory blow to rural and regional Australia. “According to the FCAI (Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries), the top selling cars in Australia such as th
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On Sunday February 25, Police attended a three-vehicle traffic crash on the Bruce Highway, Inkerman. Investigation revealed a utility traveling southbound veered onto the incorrect side of the road, clipping a 4WD towing a trailer traveling north. The utility has then struck the 4WD’s trailer causing extensive damage. The utility has then clipped another vehicle traveling behind the 4WD causing minor damage. No persons were injured as a result of the incident. Police provided traffic contro
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In the effort of protecting local communities and deterring youth offenders engaging in knife crime, new legislations banning the sale of knives and other items to minors have been passed by the Queensland Parliament. The new laws make the sale of knives, replica firearms, including gel blasters, and edged weapons like machetes, axes, and swords to juveniles an offence, and Police Minister Mark Ryan believes the passing of these legislations stands as another positive advancement in the governm
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Unfortunately, incidents of Domestic Violence continue to occur around the Burdekin. As a result, there have been a number of persons charged with contravening Domestic Violence orders and in some instances, further charged with criminal offences such as assault. Domestic Violence has a substantial impact on those involved, particularly when children are involved and the community as a whole. Domestic Violence destroys families and relationships and should not be accepted or tolerated in society
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Who do you think is your biggest competitor? What do you admire about them and what qualities do you have that will ultimately make you better for the role? If you could throw your support behind a particular local community organisation what would it be and how would you support them? What’s your vision of the Burdekin in 10 years’ time?
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Did you know that the Burdekin Community Association Inc. (BCA) delivers the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) and recruits and supports volunteers to visit socially isolated older community members? Through the ACVVS, we support volunteers to provide friendship and companionship to older people in their home and also at Regis aged care. Visits are available to anyone who: • receives government-subsidised residential aged care or a Home Care Package, including care recipients appro
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At the Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre, we believe that communication is incredibly important for any community to thrive. When people can communicate effectively, they can connect with each other, share ideas, and work together towards common goals. In today's world, there are many ways to communicate, such as phone calls, face-to-face conversations, and online platforms. We're excited to announce that we've launched our new website, which will make connecting with our community even easier.
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Did you know that reporting local issues can be as easy as taking a photo and submitting it to ‘Snap, Send, Solve’? This user-friendly platform is designed to streamline the reporting process, allowing you to select from a list of common issues, add a brief description and location, and submit your report in 30 seconds or less. To report a local concern to Council, you have two convenient options: you can either download the 'Snap, Send, Solve' app for free or visit the website https://www.sna
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The 2024 Queensland Reconciliation Awards nominations are now open to celebrate the creation of meaningful partnerships, employment opportunities, and efforts made to improve the health and wellbeing of First Nations communities. Businesses, community groups, schools, sporting clubs, and cultural organisations are encouraged to nominate for the 2024 Queensland Reconciliation Awards, and Minister Leeanne Enoch believes each nominee stands as an inspirational role model in advancing reconciliati
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For the first time in the business’s history, Oar and Horan Dentists boasts a team of four Burdekin born and bred dentists caring for their community. The team is proud to announce the appointment of Dr André Le Feuvre, a Burdekin local who spent his formative years in Giru before moving to Cairns to complete his dental studies. Graduating in 2017, André gained valuable experience working in Cairns, Townsville, and Central Western Queensland throughout this time, working in private practice unti
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Community Bank Home Hill and Ayr – Bendigo Bank is welcoming Burdekin community organisations to step forward for their 2024 round of Community Grants. Off the back of a stellar 2023 Community Grant Presentation, where Community Bank-Bendigo reinvested over $278,000 into 28 local Burdekin community groups, Community Bank Home Hill and Ayr are ready to do it all over again. Senior Branch Manager Chantel Michielin explained that the grants will work the same as they did last year, with all local
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By Chelsea Ravizza The online landscape has provided a space for businesses to grow far beyond expectations and in more ways than imaginable. Holding an online presence in the form of social media pages, an online website, publishing blog posts or elevating Google Business profiles are all means to increase a business’ reach and push the domain to customers who would never physically walk through the store’s front door. In social media applications like TikTok and Instagram, it’s easy for bus
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Sugarcane’s potential as a renewable source of bioenergy, biofuel and bioproducts continues to grow through the concept of the circular bioeconomy. Queensland Cane Agriculture & Renewables (QCAR) Director Russell Hall believes the sugarcane to be the only 100% renewable energy source. “We cut it and from the day it starts growing again, it’s creating oxygen and natural capital on your farm and its producing natural energy,” he said. “Once harvested, it joins the process of fuel, power, plastic,
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A single Varroa Mite has been detected during a routine inspection at the Port of Brisbane. The routine inspection, conducted by Biosecurity Queensland, completed diagnostic testing and confirmed that the mite in Varroa Jacobsoni, not Varroa Destructor. The Varroa Jacobsoni mite parasitizes Asian honey bees, while the Varroa Destructor targets European honey bees. While the common honey bee within Australia is the European honey bee, secondary testing is being conducted to determine if the mi
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Women in agriculture are invited to attend a two-day leadership forum in Ayr designed to develop leadership skills, personal confidence and be empowered to make future focused decisions to drive a positive change in their communities. The Influential Women Community Leadership Forum, to be held 19 – 21 March in the Burdekin Theatre Music Loft, has been supported by Tropical North Queensland Drought Hub as part of their commitment to enhancing the skills and capacity of agricultural communities
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Considering a weekend getaway? A quick rendezvous to a different location? Consider venturing out to Airlie Beach’s Colonial Palms, for a cool afternoon of gentle jazz, that soothes the soul and sets your week off right. Brought to visitors and locals alike by the likes of Motor Inn Managers Greg and Nettie Dunlop, the Jazz on the Deck is a relaxing afternoon, away from the big beats and loud noise typical of main street venues of Airlie Beach. In fact, the tempered notes of the Jazz perfectl
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Last Wednesday February 28, Burdekin Catholic High School (BCHS) celebrated their Commissioning Liturgy to induct all the Year 12 students as leaders of their school community, commission their Student Representative Councillors, First Nation leaders and their Year 12 Student Leaders. The Year 7s, new staff and students were also acknowledged and welcomed to our school. It was a fantastic opportunity for our parents and families to join the students and staff to celebrate and pray that our new l
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Social Tuesday February 27 Winners were Katharina Stuckler, Beryl Cornford and Irene Wilson defeating Isabel Cislowski, Joy Comollatti & Mary Poli. Desley Olsen, Heather Jorgensen and Pam Power defeated Donna Soper, Karen Page and Sandra Stidston. Competition on Thursday's 1:30pm in March Championship Rinks starting. Ayr lady bowlers, see the bowls club noticeboard or contact your skips - good bowling. Men's Championship Four's 8:30am Sunday March 17. 1. G. Papale, J Grabbi, S. Caltabiano, L
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Wednesday February 28 Results For Ladies This week, the eight ladies got on the green for a bowl with winners of the day Joy Woods, Darelle Pearce, Kaye Garner and Lyn Storrie coming home with the chocolates. Don’t forget names in by 1:00pm for a 1:30pm start each week. Friday March 1 Trophy Night Proudly sponsored by Peto Marine Home Hill. It has taken three weeks due to poor weather but finally 54 bowlers enjoyed a warm and entertaining evening. Winners of the night Rhonda Martin, Lyn Storrie
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Local The start of the 2024 local football season was delayed yet again by the inclement weather. Burdekin Panthers Kappa Cup match against JCU Riverway has now been re-scheduled to Tuesday March 12, 7:00pm kick off at International Park. Last weekend’s away fixtures against Olympic were also rained off and are yet to be re-scheduled. This Saturday, March 9, the Panthers host Brothers in three grades. Reserves kick off at 3:00, the Ladies at 5:00 and the Premiers at 7:00. With the matches agai
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18 players fronted up for Wednesday night barefoot bowls. Rink 2: Wayne, Carol and Nev were too good for Jocelyn, Merle and Mark winning 14 to 12. Rink 3: Kate, Paul and Joe put the cleaners through Maisie, Betty and Ron 17 to 5. Rink 4: Kita, Sam and Stephen were way too strong for Yogi, Gladys and Judy winning 20 to 8. 22 Players fronted on it seems the first dry Thursday afternoon bowls in weeks. Rink 3 Triples: Karl/Mick O, Mick and Glen won the day in a close one over Ray, Terry a
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64 players fronted up on Sunday March 3 for the Honeycombes sponsored Opening Day. The format was a 2 person Ambrose played only over 16 holes as 6/15 was deemed still too wet for the motorised buggies. Instead, 6/15 tee to 7/16 green converted to a par 3 was used. It was a great day with almost perfect weather. Nearest the pin shots were on 4/13 A grade was won by Craig and Sibbo; B grade by The Carretts. 7/16 A grade won by Pep and Turtle; B grade by Beth and Catherine. 9/18 A grade wo
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The blue skies late last week dried out the grounds and pitches enough at the Nutrien Ag Solutions Cricket Complex for the Junior Cricket and Challenger Blasters’ games to go ahead. The slow outfield in the Junior Cricket “Hardball” game meant only one four was scored in the whole match. Xavier Cross was quite proud of this shot as it was his first ever four scored in a game. Marshall Parker was top scorer with 17 runs followed by Mark Wilkie on 12. The weeks of net sessions and batting drills a
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