CAROLYNS PINE RIVERS NEWS June09
State Member for Pine Rivers
On Thursday 14 May I conducted my mobile office at Dayboro and took the opportunity to visit Dayboro State School. It was a pleasurable way to spend the morning and I really enjoyed meeting the staff and students at the School.
I especially enjoyed meeting the prep school children where they gave me a demonstration of how a stomach works with water, a balloon and a pipe. It looked like a lot of fun, but also a lot of mess to clean up – however it got the point across – too much food is not good for your stomach.
I especially enjoyed meeting the prep school children where they gave me a demonstration of how a stomach works with water, a balloon and a pipe. It looked like a lot of fun, but also a lot of mess to clean up – however it got the point across – too much food is not good for your stomach.
I was also able to see the sites under consideration for the new library and hall for the school which will be of great benefit not only to the school, but the Dayboro community. I am already looking forward to my next visit to Dayboro State School.
Misinformation corrected – Queensland solar hot water program
The Energy Minister Stephen Robertson has urged Queenslanders to report any incidences of misrepresentation of the Government’s solar hot water program.
The Office of Clean Energy had received reports that people who registered their interest in the program have been telephoned and wrongly told that the program’s 200,000 solar or heat pump hot water systems had already been allocated.
This is wrong and I want to make it clear that our program hasn’t begun yet. That means there are 200,000 systems yet to be installed from July 1 onwards.
The Office of Clean Energy had not authorised anyone to contact the people who had already registered for the program information.
I urge people to report these incidences to the program Hotline on 1800 243 585 so we can investigate further.
The Office of Clean Energy will continue seeking registrations of interest from Queenslanders who want more program information.
People can call the program Hotline weekdays between 8am – 5pm and register their contact details to receive authorised, written updates about the program or register online at the Office of Clean Energy website at www.cleanenergy.qld.gov.au to get more program information.
Take care when turning on electric blankets
I would like to remind people to be careful when using electric blankets which have been in storage for many months.
As night time temperatures begin to drop, many people may reach for their electric blankets, unaware of the danger they could pose.
Misinformation corrected – Queensland solar hot water program
The Energy Minister Stephen Robertson has urged Queenslanders to report any incidences of misrepresentation of the Government’s solar hot water program.
The Office of Clean Energy had received reports that people who registered their interest in the program have been telephoned and wrongly told that the program’s 200,000 solar or heat pump hot water systems had already been allocated.
This is wrong and I want to make it clear that our program hasn’t begun yet. That means there are 200,000 systems yet to be installed from July 1 onwards.
The Office of Clean Energy had not authorised anyone to contact the people who had already registered for the program information.
I urge people to report these incidences to the program Hotline on 1800 243 585 so we can investigate further.
The Office of Clean Energy will continue seeking registrations of interest from Queenslanders who want more program information.
People can call the program Hotline weekdays between 8am – 5pm and register their contact details to receive authorised, written updates about the program or register online at the Office of Clean Energy website at www.cleanenergy.qld.gov.au to get more program information.
Take care when turning on electric blankets
I would like to remind people to be careful when using electric blankets which have been in storage for many months.
As night time temperatures begin to drop, many people may reach for their electric blankets, unaware of the danger they could pose.
During the cooler months, electric blankets offer warmth and comfort. However, if they are not looked after properly, they can cause electric shock, fires or property damage.
Queensland’s Electrical Safety Office has received reports of three fires caused by electric blankets since July last year, and 18 since 2003.
We don’t want a faulty blanket to result in tragedy this winter. So I urge all people to exercise caution before, during and after use, especially if the blanket has been stored away for several months.
It’s especially important not to fold the blanket too firmly or to store it underneath heavy objects.
People should thoroughly inspect their electric blankets before use to ensure there are no damaged or broken parts. If there are, the blanket should be discarded immediately or inspected by a licensed electrical contractor.
It’s also important to read the manufacturer’s instructions and keep the manual for future reference.
Other winter items such as heat lamps or bathroom fan/heater/light combinations should also be checked before use this winter.
People should make sure the vents are clean, correct lights and heat globes for the brand and wattage are fitted, and they have been properly inserted.
Heat lamps should not be left unattended for long periods, and if there are any signs of charring, burning or heat degradation in any of these devices they should not be used.
Queensland’s Electrical Safety Office has received reports of three fires caused by electric blankets since July last year, and 18 since 2003.
We don’t want a faulty blanket to result in tragedy this winter. So I urge all people to exercise caution before, during and after use, especially if the blanket has been stored away for several months.
It’s especially important not to fold the blanket too firmly or to store it underneath heavy objects.
People should thoroughly inspect their electric blankets before use to ensure there are no damaged or broken parts. If there are, the blanket should be discarded immediately or inspected by a licensed electrical contractor.
It’s also important to read the manufacturer’s instructions and keep the manual for future reference.
Other winter items such as heat lamps or bathroom fan/heater/light combinations should also be checked before use this winter.
People should make sure the vents are clean, correct lights and heat globes for the brand and wattage are fitted, and they have been properly inserted.
Heat lamps should not be left unattended for long periods, and if there are any signs of charring, burning or heat degradation in any of these devices they should not be used.
Until next time
Carolyn
