Category Archives: Politics and Council

Dickson News November 2008

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Federal Member for Dickson

PETER DUTTON

Mr Rudd drives up private health insurance premiums and forces 500,000 extra people into the public hospital system.
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Pioneering the Pine V

What do a jazz band’s drum kit, a fishing boat and locally made clay pottery have in common?
They are all historical artefacts in the Pioneering the Pine V exhibition, which help to recall the history of four pioneering families, at the Pine Rivers Heritage Museum, in Dayboro Rd, Kurwongbah, from November 1, 2008 to February 1, 2009.
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Botanic garden review

Moreton Bay Regional Council will investigate further its options in relation to botanical gardens and horticultural values for the region.
This follows a request to council from the Queensland division of the Society for Growing Australian Plants for a regional botanic garden to be established in the area.
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LINDAS VINE LINES Nov 08

State Member for Kurwongbah
If you have any concerns with a state-related issue, I’d be happy to talk with you.  Call my office on 3205 6779, email me at kurwongbah@parliament.qld.gov.au or visit my website at www.lindalavarch.com.   I will be visiting Dayboro on Thursday 6th November and will be at the Dayboro Council Office in Williams Street from 10:30am to 12pm. If you would like an appointment, call my office on 3205 6779 or just drop in if you are passing.  I’d love to see you.
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Free Frog Booklet for Frog Fans

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Do you want to know how to make a ‘frog-friendly’ garden or how to control cane toads?
To celebrate the recent warm spring rains which have triggered a frenzy of frog activity in the Moreton Bay Region, council has produced an updated version of its "Frogs Booklet".
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Residents reminded to watch water use Nov 08

Moreton Bay Regional Council is reminding residents that, even though most people are keeping their water use down, it’s important to remain vigilant about wastage.
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PINE RIVERS DISTRICT CHRISTMAS PARADE & CONCERT

Saturday, December 13, Santa will feature on the final festive float in the 13th annual Pine Rivers District Christmas Parade and Concert at Strathpine.
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Families flock to John Scott Park

Samford’s John Scott Park is proving a popular picnic spot, with families flocking to the park to enjoy the upgraded facilities.
The newly revamped park, which was officially opened last month, features walkways with sleeper inlays and shelters similar to historic railway station buildings.
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SOLAR LIGHTS REQUEST

Moreton Bay Regional Council will investigate the pros and cons of installing solar lights in council parks, reserves and other public-use areas.

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New measures to combat litter

Council is hoping new State Government litter laws will help reduce the amount of debris and rubbish ending up in our region’s parks, waterways, highways and roadsides.

Mayor Allan Sutherland said the vast majority of Moreton Bay residents did the right thing with their rubbish and were committed to preserving the “clean and green” image that draws people to the region.

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