Welcome to this week’s Mayor’s Update. Each week, we look to keep you informed about the latest Council developments, events, and initiatives. Your engagement and feedback are valuable; please see the details at the end of this notice if you would like to get in touch with myself or another divisional councillor.
Facility Closures Wednesday 20 November 2024
Council’s Customer Service and Library Centres in Biggenden, Eidsvold, Gayndah, Monto, Mundubbera and Mount Perry, and the Reginald Murray Australian Bush Learning Centre, will be closed on Wednesday, 20 November 2024 for staff training.
Our Contact Centre remains open for all enquiries between 8.30am and 4.30pm on 1300 696 272 and to take payments over the phone. You can access online resources at www.northburnett.qld.gov.au or contact Council by email at admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au.
Regular customer service and library hours will resume on Thursday, 21 November 2024. We appreciate your patience and understanding and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Illegally Dumped Tyres
Illegally dumped tyres are a significant concern in the region. This year, so far, ratepayers have had to subsidise the removal and disposal of approximately 155 tonnes of tyres. This illegal dumping is costly to the environment and on Council resources. Two recent incidents were the illegal dumping of 41 tyres near Mount Perry and 46 at Lakeside Park by a suspected commercial operator.
If you have information on these or other incidents, please get in contact with Council to help us stamp out illegal dumping and hold those responsible accountable. You can share photos or information of persons and vehicles via our website, by calling 1300 696 272 or emailing admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au.
Sustainable Landscapes across the Inland Burnett
Burnett Catchment Care Association are inviting landholders to register their interest in receiving one-on-one support, advice and funding as part of their “Sustainable Landscapes across the Inland Burnett” project.
Grants of up to $5000 can be used to help implement projects such as riparian fencing, off stream watering point installation, erosion remediation activities, fencing for rotation grazing. For more information, visit betterburnett.com/sustainable-landscapes-across-the-inland-burnett/
St Therese Christmas Fair
The St Therese Parents and Friends Committee brought festive cheer to the community with their annual Christmas Fair on Friday, 15 November 2024. Despite the rain, the event was a resounding success, with stallholders, families, and even Santa embracing the holiday spirit. A highlight of the evening was a special student performance from the wider schooling community, directed by Cilla Pershouse, which showcased the students’ enthusiasm and pride in their schools.
Civil Works Schedule
Below the Maintenance Schedule for week commencing 18 November 2024– weather permitting.
Maintenance Grading
Zone 1: Bullawarra Road
Zone 2: Colodan Road & Pinedale Road
Zone 4: Gorge Road, Elliotts Creek Road & Hays Road
Zone 5: Cheltenham Road
Zone 6: Gahans Road & Back Benyenda Road
Zone 7: Boondooma Road – Heavy Formation Grade
Zone 8: Hawkwood Road – Heavy Formation
Zone 9: Taylors Road
Construction Crew
North: Kalpowar Road – TMR – Maintenance Grading
South: Biggenden Coalstoun Lakes Road – RMPC works
February Flood Event
Contracting crews will be in various locations finalising the February Flood Works.
Councillor Contacts
As always, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me directly on 0458 696 272, or cr.les.hotz@northburnett.qld.gov.au or your Divisional Councillor, if you would like to address any concerns. Our contact details can be found on Council’s website: https://northburnett.qld.gov.au/meet-your-councillors.
Media Contact
1300 696 272 | media@northburnett.qld.gov.au