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Keeping Local Government Local Weekly Update – 28 November 2023
General Meeting Recap On Wednesday 22 November 2023, Council held its General Meeting in Gayndah. The 2022-23 NBRC Annual Report, Community Financial Report for 2022-2023 and draft Local Housing Action Plan (LHAP) were adopted. A report concerning the stairs at Mount...
Community Invited to Have an Input on the Draft Local Housing Action Plan
In response to the State Governments Housing and Homelessness Action Plan 2021-2025, and with the support of the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) and the State Government, Council has developed a draft Local Housing Action Plan (LHAP) to support...
Bon Accord Bridge Update – November
Structure Treatment and Remediation Works to Start Mid November The rehabilitation of the Bon Accord Bridge project is on target with plans to take advantage of the current dry conditions to begin works on the sub-structure. This work will include repairs,...
North Burnett Show Holidays – Community Consultation
The North Burnett Regional Council is encouraging residents and organisations to have their say regarding the future scheduling of the region’s show holidays from 2025. Each year, North Burnett Regional Council (Council) is invited by the Queensland Government's...
North Burnett LDMG moves to Stand Down as at 10am 7 November 2023
As at 10:00am today, the North Burnett Local Disaster Management Group has moved to Stand Down. We are thankful to everyone who has assisted during the activation to the North Burnett Bushfires, your assistance and support is greatly and genuinely appreciated. We now...
North Burnett LDMG moves to Alert – 9:30am 2 November 2023
North Burnett and Bundaberg Local Disaster Management Group’s (LDMG) and Bundaberg District Disaster Management Group (DDMG) met at 9.30 am 2/11/23. North Burnett LDMG has moved to Alert which means we will continue to monitor the situation closely. All fires across...
North Burnett LDMG update 9.30am 1 November 2023
North Burnett and Bundaberg Local Disaster Management Group’s (LDMG) and Bundaberg District Disaster Management Group (DDMG) met at 9.30am 1/11/23. North Burnett LDMG remain at Stand Up to support QFES in their response. Due to the fires now in Bundaberg Region also,...
Notice of Sale of Land for Overdue Rates – Local Government Regulation 2012 (Section 142)
North Burnett Regional Council hereby gives notices that, unless all overdue rates and expenses of sale owing in relation to this land (which land is more particularly described in the Schedule below) are sooner paid, the said land will be sold by public auction at...
North Burnett LDMG update 4pm 29 October 2023
North Burnett Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) met at 4pm 29/10/23. QFES ask if anyone notices new smoke to report it immediately to 000. Multiple fires are still burning across the region and new fires could start easily. Council reminds the community we are...
North Burnett LDMG update 10.45am 29 October 2023
North Burnett Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) met at 10.45am 29/10/23. QFES ask if anyone notices new smoke to report it immediately to 000. Multiple fires are still burning across the region and new fires could start easily. Council reminds the community we...
North Burnett LDMG update 4pm 28 October 2023
North Burnett Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) met at 4pm 28/10/23. QFES ask if anyone notices new smoke to report it immediately to 000. Significant progress has been made today, however, multiple fires are still burning across the region and new fires could...
North Burnett LDMG update 9.30am Saturday 28 October 2023
North Burnett Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) met at 9.30am 28/10/23. Multiple fires are currently burning throughout the North Burnett. Aircraft continue to assist along with new crews from outside of North Burnett. Priority today is to continue strengthening...
North Burnett Local Disaster Management Group moved to Stand Up
North Burnett Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) moved to Stand Up as at 4.30pm 27/10/23. This ensures all LDMG agencies are ready and prepared to provide assistance to QFES if and when required. Multiple fires continue to burn throughout the North Burnett after...
Introduction of Level 2 water restrictions for Biggenden and Mount Perry
In response to the long spell of dry weather and the current very hot and dry conditions, treatment plants for some of the towns in the region are under pressure to maintain supply at current rates of demand. Source water supplies are at a point where they need to be...
Hedge Improvement Project – Capper Street, Gayndah
In November 2022, Council sought community feedback on its plans to remove approximately 45m of the centre median hedge opposite the swimming pool and replace the hedge with salvia plants. The primary reason for the proposed hedge modification was to enhance safety...
2024 Australia Day Award Nominations are Open!
The North Burnett Regional Council Australia Day Awards are a celebration of the contribution that individuals, community groups and organisations make across our region. The awards recognise and pay tribute to so many of the special people in our community who...
Flags will fly again in Gayndah
Council staff were saddened to find upon returning from the weekend that the three flagpole ropes have gone missing from the poles in front of the Gayndah Community Hall. “Flying flags are a symbol of our pride and welcoming intentions to residents and visitors in the...
The Ironing Maidens visit the North Burnett
Award Winning Electronic Music duo the Ironing Maidens are visiting Gayndah this October with their Live Show, Electro Housewife. The Ironing Maidens will bring dance music with a difference to the North Burnett region for a free for all ages family friendly Live Show...
GAYNDAH SES RECEIVE NEW VEHICLE
North Burnett Regional Council recently presented Gayndah State Emergency Service (SES) with a new response vehicle. This vehicle was jointly funded by North Burnett Regional Council and Queensland Fire Emergency Services under the SES Support Grant program. “This...
North Burnett Regional Council adopts motions for LGAQ Annual Conference Debate
During the General Meeting held in Eidsvold on Monday 31 August 2023, ten (10) motions were presented and adopted for submission to the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) seeking inclusion in schedule of motions for debate at the Annual Conference in...
Flanno for a Farmer Day – 25 August
Council has signed up to take part in the Drought Angels inaugural Flanno for a Farmer Day, to support Australian farmers and their families. The North Burnett region is primarily made up of farming communities, which are often affected by natural disasters. By...
Bon Accord Bridge Update
North Burnett Regional Council Awards Bon Accord Bridge Rehabilitation Contract to Timber Restoration Services, Commencing Late August 2023 North Burnett Regional Council is pleased to announce the preferred contractor for the Bon Accord Bridge Rehabilitation...
Council Adopts 2023-2024 Budget
On Wednesday 28 June, North Burnett Regional Council adopted the 2023-2024 Budget, Operational Plan and Revenue Statement. Acting Mayor Councillor Robbie Radel said, “Council’s priority is once again essential service delivery and getting the basics right, as shown by...
Mingo Crossing Caravan Park Awarded for Second Year Running
“Tourism and Events Queensland, in partnership with Bundaberg Tourism, the Queensland Tourism Industry Council and the Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sports have awarded Mingo Crossing Caravan and Recreation Park the 2023 Best of Queensland Experiences program...
Temporary Closure of Mundubbera Washdown Facility
In July 2022, the outcomes of an audit into NBRC operated washdown facilities were provided to Council. The audit was completed due to concerns regarding potential non-compliance of NBRC washdown facilities and the environmental risk which could be created by such...
Fighting to Keep Banking Services in Biggenden
In the Council General Meeting on Wednesday 26 April 2023, Councillors moved for the CEO, Margot Stork, to write to the national manager of the National Australia Bank, appealing for the decision to close services in Biggenden to be reversed. “Banking services are...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 18 April 2023
Mount Perry Show Crowds of locals and visitors experienced all the colour and excitement of the Mount Perry Show on Saturday 15 April 2023, with camp drafting, woodchopping events, prime and stud cattle, dog shows, horse riding events, such as working cattle, sporting...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 4 April 2023
North Burnett Regional Council Celebrates Youth Week – 11-15 April 2023If you are looking for exciting school holiday activities for your children, Professor Stupendous will be returning to the North Burnett for Youth Week, from 11-15 April 2023. This time, our...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 28 March 2023
Community Engagement PolicyDuring the Council General Meeting on 22 March 2023, Councillors noted the public feedback which had been received regarding the recent draft Community Engagement Policy and Framework. Councillors adopted the revised policy and framework,...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 21 March 2023
Councillor Workshop Discussion Regarding Local LawsAn update on the North Burnett Regional Council Local Laws review was presented to Councillors at last week’s workshop, Wednesday 15 March 2023. The scope of the review was oriented toward improving the legibility,...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 14 March 2023
Accommodation for Seasonal WorkersOn Wednesday 8 March 2023, I met with Councillors, representative from State Development, staff from Council’s Planning and Development team, members of Council Executive, and orchardists and accommodation providers from the...
Flood Risk Management Program
North Burnett Regional Council has been successful in securing funding under the Flood Risk Management Program, which is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments, under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. Of the $18.25 million available...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 7 March 2023
Disaster Management Funding AnnouncedCouncil has recently received funding for a number of Disaster Management initiatives from the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. One stream of funding will be used to employ a...
Community Recovery and Resilience Officer
Following the devastating flood events of 2022, North Burnett Regional Council received funding to employ a Community Recovery and Resilience Officer (CRRO) until 30 June 2024. This position is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 28 February 2023
Bon Accord Bridge, Gayndah Update On Thursday 25 February 2023, Council received notification from the Queensland Reconstructive Authority (QRA) that Council’s application for funding towards the reinstatement of Bon Accord Bridge on Bon Accord Wetheron Road, Gayndah,...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 21 February 2023
Harkness Creek Footbridge, Eidsvold Correspondence has been received from the Regional Director, Southern Queensland Region of the Department of Transport and Main Roads, in relation to ongoing advocacy by Council, on behalf of the Eidsvold Community, to progress the...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 14 February 2023
Bauer Street Footpath UpgradeThe Civil Works team will commence work on the upgrade of the footpath in Bauer Street, Mundubbera, scheduled from Monday 13 February 2023. The works are expected to take about two to three weeks to complete, weather permitting....
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 7 February 2023
Council Seeks Mingo Crossing Caravan Park Caretaker ServiceCouncil is seeking a Caretaker Service for the popular Mingo Crossing Caravan Park. Mingo Crossing is located in beautiful natural surrounds, at 2670 Gayndah Mount Perry Road, Mingo 4625 and is central to...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 31 January 2023
Draft Community Engagement FrameworkCouncil has recently developed a framework to undertake community engagement activities according to the Local Government Act 2009, which requires Council to uphold the principle of ‘Democratic representation, social inclusion and...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 24 January 2023
Burial Site Identification Numbers - Mundubbera On Thursday 19 January 2023, the installation of burial site identification numbers commenced in Mundubbera. This work is part of a project which will see all burial sites within Council managed cemeteries with a...
Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony
Reflect, respect and celebrate the spirit of community on Australia Day 2023. We’re all part of the story. Australian citizenship ceremonies are an important part of our nation’s celebrations, with more people becoming citizens on Australia Day than any other day of...
2023 Australia Day Award Nominees – Livestream of Ceremony
Reflect, respect and celebrate the spirit of community on Australia Day 2023. We’re all part of the story. Australia Day Awards are the highest honour the North Burnett Regional Council have the privilege of presenting. Nominated by their peers, the nominees are...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 17 January 2023
North Burnett Regional Australia Day 2023 Event in Eidsvold Council looks forward to hosting our first Regional Australia Day event in Eidsvold. We have partnered with community groups and businesses to host this event. Celebrations in the future will give each of our...
Reflect, respect and celebrate the spirit of community on Australia Day 2023. We’re all part of the story.
Australia Day is a time for all Australians to reflect, respect and celebrate. In suburbs and towns around the nation, Australians will come together on Australia Day to reflect on the past and present, respect one another and celebrate the strength and spirit of...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 13 December 2022
Assets, Facilities & FleetStar Ratings Australia have announced Mountain View Caravan Park in Biggenden as a Gold List achiever for Queensland Caravan-Holiday Park. Queensland Tourism Industry Council acknowledge this rating is a testament to the hard work and...
Biosecurity Control of Parthenium Weed
“North Burnett Regional Council’s Land Protection Officers (LPOs) are prioritising management of parthenium weed, due to the high level of growth already experienced in 2022, which is likely to continue over the summer. Council's LPOs have begun treatment of some...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 6 December 2022
Australia Day Awards Nomination Date ExtendedThe deadline for North Burnett Regional Australia Day Award nominations has been extended to Sunday 11 December 2022, so there is still time to put forward your local hero for an Australia Day Award. Online nomination forms...
Wandering Livestock Policy for Community Consultation
“Council invites community feedback related to the reviewed Wandering Livestock Policy. The purpose of the consultation process is to develop a policy that clearly outlines the responsibilities of livestock owners in relation to wandering livestock, as well as the...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 30 November 2022
Biggenden Women’s ShedDo you reside in or near Biggenden? Have you heard of the Biggenden Women’s Shed? It is a welcoming, safe, inclusive space for local women of all ages, backgrounds and walks of life, where they can hold workshops, learn new skills, connect...
Keeping Local Government Local – Weekly Update – 22 November 2022
Walking Network Plan Stakeholder Workshop North Burnett Regional Council, in partnership with the Queensland Government, is preparing “Walking Network Plans” for the towns of Gayndah, Mundubbera, Monto, Eidsvold and Biggenden. This project aims to develop plans for...