Shirley Gilmore is a dedicated and compassionate individual who has been a pillar of strength for countless women facing the daunting diagnosis of cancer. With roles at both the Queensland Cancer Council and the Breast Cancer Network in Melbourne, she has made it her life's mission to provide unwavering support to those in need.
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Burdekin residents are being urged to seize the opportunity of cost-effective waste disposal year-round with the launch of Clean Up November thanks to Burdekin Shire Council. The 'Clean Up November’ initiative coincides with preparations for the 2023/24 disaster season, underlining the importance of residents clearing their yards of debris ahead of any impending storms or cyclones.
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A $46.88 million package has been announced by the Queensland Government to support the Burdekin Shire Council for Stage 1 of a new Water Treatment Plant in Ayr.The funding package also provides support for costs associated with refurbishing South Ayr bores to supplement current drinking water supplies and is part of an ongoing management plan following detections of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in the groundwater.
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Since its inception in 1917, the RSL Home Hill Sub Branch has been an integral part of the town’s ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day services while providing assistance and social connection to local ex-service men and women.
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A group of up to 25 young people meet at the Burdekin Shire Council Chambers every month to collaborate with Council, provide feedback and discuss opportunities for the youth of the Burdekin.The Burdekin Shire Youth Council is an initiative inviting young people aged 12 to 21 to immerse themselves in the community.
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One unfortunate boatie on Groper Creek has come home from a day of fishing following a bingle with a large crocodile. Reporting that the large croc had repeatedly attacked his boat on Wednesday November 1, while he was fishing on Groper Creek close to Pensioners Bend.The Queensland Government’s Crocwise resource says that when fishing, camping, or boating near any body of water in the region, it is always best to act as if there is a crocodile near.
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With endless stories to tell and a new appreciation for adventure, Brad and Kerry Gardner have returned from the trip of a lifetime after taking on the Spring 2023 Shitbox Rally.The Giru couple embarked on the adventure last month, joining a convoy of 250 ‘shitboxes’ travelling from Port Douglas to Adelaide, all while raising money for the National Health and Medical Research Council.Brad and Kerry, also known as their team name ‘Gunn Ado’s’, arrived in Port Douglas on Friday, October 13 to asse
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School leavers, local businesses and representative groups are being encouraged to help frame the future of TAFE by joining the conversation and being vocal about their needs and wants.Local Member for Burdekin, Dale Last MP, is calling on these groups to make a stand and get involved so the direction of TAFE reflects local needs rather than those of Brisbane-based decision-makers.
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Meet Burdekin Life’s new Account Sales Manager, Jake Greenfield, an adventurous soul hailing from South of London who embarked on a life-changing journey leading him to beautiful north Queensland. Jake and his girlfriend left the UK at the start of the year in search of an adventure, without a specific plan or destination in mind.
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Strategic planning has been high on the agenda for Burdekin Shire Council for numerous reasons. As a councillor it is our role to plan for the future of our community and enhance the vibrancy and liveability for all residents. These master plans allow council a greater likelihood of securing State and Federal funding for major projects when they apply.
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Did you know that the Shire maintains an extensive network of urban water mains spanning an impressive 302 kilometres?This extensive infrastructure plays a crucial role in delivering essential water services to homes and businesses.Maintaining and expanding this water mains network is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and investment. Council has committed more than $5.8 million to operate and maintain water services to its 6,669 customers in the 2023/24 Budget.
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In a belated celebration of July’s NAIDOC Week, St Colman's Catholic School spent last Friday morning at Plantation Park with the Gudjuda Reference Group Aboriginal Corporation learning about Indigenous culture.“Every day is NAIDOC Day, so we’ve brought the kids across and worked with the Gudjuda Rangers so they can learn about the land we stand on,” said Principal Karen Keys.
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Art students from years 10 and 11 at Burdekin Catholic High School took to Lloyd Mann Park in Home Hill last week to study the installations making up this year’s Ephemera.The students considered the contemporary contexts of each piece, the intention of each artist, media, techniques, processes and how they are displayed, all of which are studied in their Visual Art class.
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The District Finals of the annual R.O. & B.M. Colls Memorial Lecturette Competition was held at the Home Hill State School Performing Arts Centre on the evening of Wednesday, November 1.
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For the last 17 years Mark Watson has been looking after the local community’s health needs, offering qualified advice and dispensary services at his pharmacy in Home Hill.Recently the business changed name from Guardian to Alliance Pharmacy because Mark wanted to represent a brand that aligned with his values of being a local and community-minded health care provider.
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Helping the community with their DIY projects for the past 60 years, Inspirations Paint Ayr, also known as known as Gurgo’s Hardware by the locals, are a multi-faceted retail store that not only sells a wide range of paint, but also trade-and-go gas. As soon as you step in-store you can feel the warmth of the family owned and operated business with an experienced member of staff there to help with any of your DIY needs.
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As the globe takes strides in its mission to decarbonise and the Australian Government develops its Net Zero 2050 plan, Queensland Cane Agriculture & Renewables (QCAR) is playing its part through its commitment to renewables and sustainable agriculture.
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Firstly, thank you to all who have entrusted us with your GEI marketing nomination for the 2024 season. For many, this decision was made a long time ago when the 2024 season opened for pricing in July 2021.
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The National Farmer’s Federation (NFF) has launched its largest protest campaign in almost 40 years in response to recent policies enacted by the Australian Government.Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox, said that the extraordinary step taken by the NFF is a desperate attempt to save farming from the government who he said has torn up farming confidence in the regions.
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With a dryer and hotter summer than normal looming on the horizon, farmers are urgently seeking donated hay. In the past month alone, Rural Aid has been inundated with requests for over $1 million worth of hay from farmers. As devastating bushfires continue to ravage more than 100 locations in Queensland and New South Wales, Rural Aid is preparing for an imminent surge in requests. Drawing from their experience during the previous drought and the catastrophic Black Summer bushfires of 2019, it's
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Individual electronic identification (eID) for sheep and goats will commence in Queensland from 1 January 2025 as a part of the agreed national initiative.All states and territories have agreed to work towards mandatory implementation of sheep and goat eIDs, working alongside industry, to improve tracing and support an emergency animal disease (EAD) outbreak.
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Family and friends, relatives old and new, gathered at the Millaroo home of Elizabeth Tudehope last Saturday, November 4 to celebrate the launch of ‘May the Cane Prosper’, a remarkable family history spanning continents and generations.The book was written by two second cousins, New Zealand based author Pene Greet and Brisbane based researcher Avis-Ann Ballard, who met at a family gathering in 2017 and bonded over their passion for family history.
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What is commonly known as the Scartwater Trust and Scholarships had its origins in 1917, when Arthur Henry Wickham Cunningham (Harry) conceived the idea of developing a cattle station in central Queensland to furnish means of rehabilitating servicemen returning from the First World. In March 1917, Mr Cunningham took up four selections of land on St Anne’s Station which became known as Scartwater (an old Scottish word scart or skarth named for cormorant- there were many of these birds on lagoons
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The business community gathered at Ayr’s Burdekin Theatre on Wednesday, November 8 for the last Burdekin Industry Breakfast of the year. Hosted by Burdekin Shire Council Deputy Mayor Sue Perry and Councillor John Furnell, the breakfast connected local businesses with opportunities throughout the region.
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Last Thursday, Giru State School’s ‘Playstars Playgroup’ held a very special playgroup morning for Children’s Week. The two hour event took place at the school utilising the library, playground and outdoor facilities for an amazing morning of interactive play to celebrate the rights of children, their talents, skills and abilities.
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