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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Category Archives: Politics and Council
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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The newly revamped park, which was officially opened last month, features walkways with sleeper inlays and shelters similar to historic railway station buildings.
Council bids to highlight war sites
Moreton Bay Regional Council will apply for State Government grants to highlight significant World War 2 sites in the region.
Mayor Allan Sutherland said while some World War 2 sites had been audited and well documented, others had not.
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Mayor Allan Sutherland said while some World War 2 sites had been audited and well documented, others had not.
Lake Kurwongbah fish supply grows
The 110,000 Australian Bass fingerlings released in Lake Kurwongbah earlier this year as part of a recreational fishing development program are already halfway towards reaching their full legal length for fishing.
Divisional Councillor David Dwyer (Div 7) said the fingerlings, were introduced to the lake for both recreational fishing and to control the Tilapia, a noxious pest fish in Australia, which dominate the lake’s fish stock at present.
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Divisional Councillor David Dwyer (Div 7) said the fingerlings, were introduced to the lake for both recreational fishing and to control the Tilapia, a noxious pest fish in Australia, which dominate the lake’s fish stock at present.
Council calls for Australia Day Award Nominations
Moreton Bay Regional Council is looking to recognise quiet achievers and unsung heroes, with its 2009 Australia Day Awards. Members of community, sporting, environmental, church and charity groups are invited to nominate people or organisations in Moreton Bay Region by November 26, 2008.
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OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE YOUR SAY ON PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
Submissions must be received by Friday 14th November and can be sent to: Parental Leave Inquiry, Productivity Commission, GPO Box 1428, Canberra City, ACT 2601, or emailed to: parentalsupport@pc.gov.au A copy of the draft report can be found online at : www.pc.gov.au
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COUNCILLOR’S COLUMN Nov 08
by Cr Bob Millar
SNAKES ON THE MOVE
It’s that time of the year when reptiles are emerging from their winter hibernation and are easily coming into contact with people and pets and often acting aggressively. Residents should be especially careful when working in gardens and walking along our many recreational trails. It is advisable to carry a compression bandage in the event of snake bite. If not disturbed, snakes present little or no danger to people. For further information on snake bite first aid visit www.ambulance.qld.gov.au/publications/pdf/First_Aid_Hints_Booklet_contents.pdf.
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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.
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
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