Croydon's Bush Telegraph - Edition 5 - May2024

Croydon Shire Council

Re-election, Plans for Croydon, and Upcoming Meetings

Hi all in incredible Croydon,

Elected members have been officially at work for near on a month now and we have hit the groundrunningwithourfirstbudgetworkshop done and we will have another one on the 16th afterournextcouncilmeeting.Thisprocesswill goonforcoupleofmonthsuntilwegetitright; butI’llkeepyouinformedasweprogress.

As you may already know, council has decided to move away from the rolling Deputy Mayor position and has appointed Councillor Jonathan Evans as the Deputy Mayor for the next four years. Welcome to the role, Jono! Remember, people, please direct all problems to him as I will be blaming him for everything thatgoeswrong(justkidding).No,butseriously I think that this is the best way forward as continuity is important when dealing with Governmentsandotheragencies.

Well, I have already been to Parliament in Brisbane for a catch-up with all the new and returningMayors.

A WORD FROM OUR MAYOR

Trevor Pickering

Whilst there Jacqui and I also had a meeting with Robbie Katter's Chief of Staff who had to standinforhisbossbecausehehadastomach bug. We didn’t have much time with him so I concentrated on the importance of the Gilbert River bridge and to get Robbie to talk to Bob about the Doppler radar from a Federal Governmentangle.

The next day Jacqui and I flew back into Cairns and went from the airport to a FNQROC meeting at Barlow Park, it was a very unusual meeting for the fact that there was only 4 out of 13 old Mayors there, as the turnover of Councillors and Mayors in North Queensland was mind blowing. I nominated Mayor Barry from Etheridge for the position of chair of the regionalroadsgroupsowecanhopefullymove thefocusalittlemoreourway,Barryisalsothe interim Deputy Chair of the FNQROC until electionsinOctober.

Croydon Anzac Day 2024: Youngsters Shine

I was very pleased to see how many people attended the Anzac dawn service and I was very proud of the incredible kids of Croydon who not only marched but took part in the ceremony by reading stories of past Croydonites who fought for our freedom and ultimately paid the heaviest price, so keep up the good work kids. I know how nervous you must have been, but it will put you in good stead for your future. It’s with great pleasure I can see that the splash park is finally coming along and shouldn’t take to long to have it up and running so watch this space and hopefully thegymwon’tbetofarawayeither.

Exercise Patience and Respect for Shared Spaces

Couple other things that I would like to talk about is the big wet that we wasn’t supposed to have has done a lot of damage to our road network in the Shire and a lot of areas are just too wet at the moment to repair, we are trying but I will ask people to please be patient as things could go from bad to worse if we start havingplantboggedinthemiddleofroads.

Another thing that is bothering me is the very un-Croydon like behaviour of some people, like leaving rubbish and broken glass at the lake and the destruction of other people’s property socomeonCroydonthisisnotus!Haveathink aboutit.

Ok that’s all from me so stay safe and I’ll see youinthenextTele.

Cheers Trevor

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KUDOS TO

AIDAN NAIDU!

This year Croydon have been fortunate in being able to offer 4 traineeships and 1 apprenticeship to the young people of the area. In this issue we spotlight 2 of these inspiring individuals….

Born and raised in Croydon, Aidan's educational journey took him from the local Croydon State School to Townsville Grammar for his secondary education. However, battling homesickness and dislikingboardinglife,hereturnedhomein 2023topursuehomeschooling.

Though only a short time into his apprenticeship, Aidan exhibits remarkable enthusiasm and potential in his chosen field. Holding his ‘L’ plates for just three months, he eagerly anticipates obtaining hislicensetoachieveindependence,albeit without any reckless driving, he jokingly assured.

Aidan'struepassionliesin theoutdoorsandhands-on work.Attheageof16,he successfully persuaded his parents to allow him to enter the workforce. Joining the parks and gardens team on a casual basis, Aidan could often be found operatingawhippersnipperaroundtown.

Beyondhisprofessional pursuits,Aidanfindsjoyin tinkering with trail bikes, a shared passion withhisolderbrotherNathan.Theirbondis strengthened as they navigate the bush togetherontheirrides.

When the Council advertised a plumbing apprenticeship, Aidan seized the opportunity. Recognising it as a chance to formalise his skills in an area of interest and remain close to home, he eagerly applied.

Welcomeaboard,Aidan.We extendourbestwishesforyour academicandprofessional journeyahead.

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JACOB BEAZLEY-FITZGERALD!

Who traded the traditional path for hands-on work and found his passion along the way. From Atherton to Mt. Surprise and now Croydon, Jacob's dedication has propelled him through various roles and exciting life changes.

HailingfromAthertonandaformerstudent ofAthertonStateSchool,Jacobchartedhis own course, realising that traditional schooling wasn't his path. Choosing to depart as soon as he could, Jacob found hisstridewhenherelocatedtoMt.Surprise in 2022 to join the family business. There, he lent his hand to water drilling and tree lopping, discovering a knack for hands-on work.

With aspirations set on furthering his skills, Jacob plans to pursue a plumbing apprenticeship once he completes his current course. His ultimate ambition? Attaininghiswaterdrillinglicence.

When Jacob caught wind of the Water Treatment Plant Operator traineeship opportunity,hewastednotimeinseizingit.

With his cousin Trevor and girlfriend Jasmin by his side, he made the move to Croydonaftersecuringtheposition.

Astheyoungestoffour siblings,Jacobconfesses tobeing"wayspoiled,"a traitthatmayexplain hisculinarylimitations. Nonetheless,heassuresthat he can whip something up to stave off hunger,evenifotherswouldn’teatit.

Nowafewmonthsintohis traineeship,Jacobreadilyadmits heishappy.Herevelsinhisjob,embraces theacademicaspect,andcherisheslife inCroydon.

In his leisure time, Jacob finds solace in tinkering with motorbikes and cars. With justthreemonthsleftbeforehecantestfor hislicense,anticipationmounts.

Here'stoyou,Jacob—mayallyourdreams blossomintoreality.

Mayor Trevor Pickering tpickering@croydon.qld.gov.au 0427 456 188

ORDINARY COUNCILMEETING SCHEDULE2024

In accordance with Section 2548 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, Croydon Shire Council advises that its Ordinary Council Meetings will be held at the Council Chambers, 63 Samwell Street, Croydon commencing at 9.30am unless otherwise notified, on the following dates.

Councillor Mandy Pickering

mpickering@croydon.qld.gov.au 0429 672 058

Councillor Leslie “Frosty” Pickering lpickering@croydon.qld.gov.au 0407 178 528

Thursday, 16 May 2024

Thursday, 20 June 2024

Thursday, 18 July 2024

Thursday, 15 August 2024

Thursday, 19 September 2024

Thursday, 17 October 2024

Thursday, 21 November 2024

Friday, 13 December 2024

Meeting agendas and minutes are available on Council’s website www.croydon.qld.gov.au

Councillor Wayne Bing Chew wbingchew@croydon.qld.gov.au 0488 454 678 (07) 4745 6287

Councillor Jonathan Evans jevans@croydon.qld.gov.au 0429 577 603

CEO Jacqui Cresswell jcresswell@croydon.qld.gov.au (07) 4748 7100

BUSH TELEGRAPH

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COUNCIL IS COMPILING A CROYDON SHIRE EVENTS CALENDAR AND NEED YOUR INPUT!

Kindly share your 2024 event details, including confirmed dates, with us at: library@croydon.qld.gov.au

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CROYDON’S BUSH TELEGRAPH

Dog & Cat registrations for2024

Croydon Shire Council would like to remind all owners of cats and dogs to register their pets with Council.

Registrations are valid for 12 months (1 July to 30 June) and must be renewed each year.

Registration fees are:

$11.15 per entire dog/cat

Free for desexed dog/cat (evidence must be provided)

Permit fee for keeping more than 2 dogs - $47.15 per each additional dog.

Visit us at the Council offices Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm to register your dog or cat.

Early Childhood Teacher

Working with the Croydon Child Care Centre

Croydon Shire Council is seeking the services of an Early Childhood Teacher to work with the Croydon Child Care Centre.

The Early Childhood Teacher will need to work with the service for at least 20 per cent of the time that the service provides education and care. This calculates to eight and a half (8.5) hours per week.

Under the Education and Care Services National Regulations the Early Childhood Teacher may be working with the service by means of information communication technology, this may be calculated on a quarterly basis. The service is licensed for 21 approved places.

Please email your expression of interest to admin@croydon.qld.gov.au including a copy of your qualification and working with children blue card.

For enquiries about the position, please contact, Stephen Frost, Business Manager on 4748 7100.

Jacqui Cresswell, Chief Executive Officer

QLD STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE

Croydon State Emergency Service is in need of volunteers

The dedication and bravery of firefighters and volunteers are of paramount importance, as they play a vital role in safeguarding our communities and protecting lives and property during emergencies.

Please get in touch with Jono Evans, Local Controller, on 0429 577 603 if you wish to join or need further information.

ROAD LOOKUP

• A common source of frustration for members of the public is identifying the responsible agency or contact for enquiries about specific roads. To help ease this frustration; the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has recently added a new feature to our OLD Traffic website, ' Road Lookup'.

The 'Road Lookup ' feature allows users to enter a road name (using a Google Maps search) which then provides the relevant road owner and contact details. ' Road Lookup' is accessible at www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/lookup.

The QLD Traffic website can also be accessed via TMR's website, 'Contact us' page at www.tmr.qld.gov.au/aboutus/contact-us. The feature is currently available on the QLD Traffic website and will soon be enabled on the QLD Traffic iPhone and Android apps.

SES - RECRUITING NOW

Far Northern Region State Emergency Servi c e

2024 Recruit Course Information

See t he be low de t a ils f or t he 2024 Far Northern Regio n Remote recruit c lass. T he 24Remote recr uit class is 5 f ul l face -to -face days, whe re you wil l learn the skil ls needed to be a SES vo lunt ee r in you r comm u nity .

The 2024 Remote Re c ruit Class date s are 10-14th June , 2024 and the training will be held at the Cairns SES LHQ .

Scan this Q R code and complete the on li ne form to indicate you r expression of interest in joining t he SES , and yo ur commitment to undert ake one of t he above recruit c lasses Yo u w ill t hen be conta cted to d is c uss your EO I a nd the next steps in yo u r ap p licat io n to become a SES membe r

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Thecounciloffice receptionhasmoved...

Exciting News! With the library relocating to Matron Morrow Hall,thecouncilofficereceptionhasofficiallymovedaswell.

You can now find us at the old library location. Please use the pathway along the railing to access the council office reception at 63 Samwell Street, Croydon QLD 4871.

Our office hours are: Monday to Friday, from 8.30 AM to 4.30 PM.

For inquiries, contact us at (07) 4748 7100 or email admin@croydon.qld.gov.au.

See you there!

Croydon Shire Council

CROYDON ANZAC DAY 2024

THE REVERBERATING MARCH OF THE ANZAC DRUMS RESONATED THROUGHOUT CROYDON

as horse riders, individuals, and vintage military vehicles made their way to Anzac Park.

Nearly 90 attendees assembled at the Croydon ANZAC memorial to honour and remember the 109th anniversary of the landing of Australian and New Zealand troops at Gallipoli.

Following the service, participants gathered for light refreshments.

LEST WE FORGET.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT AND MAIN ROADS (TMR) RESPONDS TO YOUR FEEDBACK:

NIGHT TIME ROAD CLOSURES FOR BRIDGE MAINTENANCE

7TH MAY4TH JUNE 2024

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) will temporarily close five single-lane bridges on the Gulf Development Road (between Mt Surprise and Georgetown) and the Kennedy Developmental Road (between the Lynd and Hughenden) during night time hours. These closures will be in effect from 7 pm to 5 am, Monday through Saturday.

Maintenance works will occur intermittently, startingfrom 7thMay2024, and are expected to conclude by 4thJune2024, subject to weather and construction conditions.

In Georgetown, daytime work will take place on the SandyCreekBridge and the road between GeorgeandHighStreets, resultingin three days of singlelane closures and speed reductions on 14thto16thMayand3rdJune2024. Night works on the GulfDevelopmentalRoad will affect the followinglocations from 7thMayto31stMay:

Sisters Creek

Sisters Creek Anabranch

McMillan Creek

Charlies Gully

On the KennedyDevelopmentalRoad (The Lynd and Hughenden), Hospital Creek will undergo night works in lateMaytoearlyJune, with further details to be provided.

Variable Message Signs (VMS) will guide motorists duringthe closures.

For more details on road conditions across Queensland’s state-controlled road network, visit the QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au website or call 13 19 40 for information services.

URGENT NOTICE PENSIONER RATEPAYERS

Council will grant the State Government Pens ioner Rate Subsidy remission equivalent to 20% (to a maximum amount of $200 per annum) of the gross Rates and Charges lev ied to all Pensioners who qualify for a rebate under the State Government Subsidy Scheme

The Subsidy Scheme enables approved Pensioners , who own land and are residents of Croydon Shire to have the Rebate applied to their Rates for one (1) rate card only.

Persons who have a current Pensioner Card are invited to apply to the Croydon Shire Council to have the abovementioned Rebates deducted from their 2024-2025 Rates

There are application forms that must be completed and you must present your original Pension Card when lodging your application at the Croydon Shire Council Administration Office

Application forms are available from the Administration Office or Councils website at www .croydon qld gov au Should you have any queries or require further details regarding the Pensioner Rate Subsidy Scheme please phone (07) 4748 7100 .

Deadline for applications is close of business Friday 31 May 2024 .

Yours faithfully

Jacqui Cresswell

Chief Executive Officer

PUBLIC NOTICE

Neem Tree Eradication Program

(Azadirachta indica)

Native to north-eastern India, neem tree is a fa st -growing evergreen that has been introduced and estab l ished throughout Au stralia 's trop ics and subtropic s. Neem i s u sed to produce insecticide and was planted across northern Australia for this reason . However, it has escaped cultivation and is spreading across north - western Queen sland In den se stand s, it ha s adverse effects on native plants and animal s. Neems grown to between 15 and 20 metre s tall.

Croydon Shire Council has declared the Neem tree an invasive species within the Shire. One of the common and most effective methods of controlling Neem is herbicide spraying and Council is launching an eradication program to help control the spread within the township of Croydon

Council will conduct Neem tree herbicide spraying within the townsh i p of Croydon , at no cost to resident s and landowners Physical removal or neem trees will be the responsibility of the resident or landholder

Residents and community members are urged to report Neem tree location s to Council for eradication Help stop the growing problem of Neem Trees!

If you have any question s about the program or would like to request Neem tree herbicide spraying, please contact Council's Biosecurity Officer, Wayne McFarlane on 0427 456 663 or email wmcfarlane@croydon .qld .gov. au .

Jacqui Cresswell

Chief Executive Officer

7 February 2024

INTRODUCINGOUR COMMUNITYSAFETYNETWORK

Disasterstrikesunexpectedly,butpreparednessisourgreatestally. Allowustointroduceavitalcommunicationsystemdesigned tokeepyouinformedduringemergencies.

Instant Alerts

Burstwatermains,poweroutages,road closures—oursystemspringsintoaction. Real-timealertsarriveviaSMS,keeping youintheloop.

Community Unity

We’reallinthistogether.Oursystem unitesneighbours,creatingaresilientweb ofsupportduringstorms,floods,and unforeseenchallenges.

Simple Opt-In

Registeringisabreeze.Emailyourfirst name,lastname,andmobilenumberto admin@croydon.qld.gov.auorcall 0747487100.Yoursafetymatterstous.

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Withourcommunitysafetynetwork,worry fadesaway.Restassuredthatyoucanrely onthesystem.Nomoresleeplessnights— oursafetynethasyoucovered!

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CyberSecurity Insights

How to spot it Mobile Device Compromise

Your passwords or account details have been changed.

Unknown apps are appearing randomly on your device.

Your device is slower than normal.

TOP TIP

When it comes to mobile devices, ensure that all your passwords are unique, and avoid openly storing credentials on the device. Be cautious of public Wi-Fi networks, as malicious networks could grant hackers access to your device.

Use these steps

Stay Informed: Be aware of potential threats and stay informed about security best practices.

Email Safety: Avoid clicking on suspicious email links or downloading attachments from unknown senders. If you suspect an email is compromised, alert your contacts.

App Caution: Only install apps from trusted sources (official app stores). Regularly review app permissions and uninstall any unnecessary apps.

Web Browsing: Be cautious when browsing websites. Avoid clicking on suspicious links or downloading files from untrusted sites.

Work Files: If your mobile device is used for personal purposes, consider keeping work-related files and apps on it only if absolutely necessary.

If you receive an out-of-character message from a contact, promptly inform them. It could be a sign that their account was compromised. In case of device compromise, remember to change all passwords once the device is secure. Stay vigilant!

SCAM SCENARIO - Homebuyer:

Emilia, who had diligently saved for years to buy a house, finally found her dream home. After her offer was accepted, she received an email from a title agent instructing her to wire the down payment. Eager to proceed, she promptly transferred the funds. However, a twist awaited her. Another email arrived, supposedly from her realtor and a different title agent named Jane, providing details for the closing. When Emilia inquired about her payment, the new title agent revealed they hadn’t received anything. Shocked, Emilia realised Jane’s account had been compromised, and cybercriminals were impersonating her todeceiveclients.

A cautionary tale: Verify every communication during real estatetransactionstoavoidfallingvictimtoscams.

When purchasing a house, exercise caution with emails. Before clicking links or transferring money, analyse each message.

Even if it appears relevant, verify its authenticity through a known contact in person or via an alternative method.

Remember, not all suspicious emails fit the typical “phishy” pattern—vigilance is key!

Croydon’s Croydon’s Mens Shed Mens Shed

Every Saturday morning When? Where? at the old mechanic workshop, on Samwell Street, Croydon

Ladies welcome... Ladies welcome...

in the mechanic workshop, or alternatively, we offer pottery activities

Join Ozzie at the rec grounds for morning or afternoon sports

Youth sports: Mon & Wed 4:30 - 5:30 PM

Adult fitness: Mon & Wed 5:30 - 6:00 AM Fri 6:30 - 7:00 PM

Adults practical self defence fitness: Mon, Wed & Fri 5:30 - 6:30 PM

Sport

Times from5May2024

Tuesday to Thursday 3pm to 6pm

Sunday 11am to 4pm

Lifeguardonduty

Children under 10 years will be refused entry unlessundertheactivesupervisionofaperson16 yearsorolder(thisdoesnotincludethelifeguard)

Parents must complete a pool entry consent form and provide to the pool lifeguard for childrenusingtheCroydonSwimmingPool

Parentsofyoungchildrenmustbepreparedto swimwiththeirchildren Stayhomeifyouaresick

Ifyouhaveanyquestionsorrequirefurtherinformation pleasecontactCouncil’sBiosecurityOfficer, WayneMcFarlaneon0427456663or emailwmcfarlane@croydon.qld.gov.au ildrie u an adult's hand when crossin,g the roa WALK. COM .AU

PUBLICNOTICE

1080BaitingProgram2024

Councilwillbeconductingacoordinated1080baiting programfromTuesday28toThursday30May2024.

Applicationsforthebaitingprogram,includingthe QueenslandHealthDepartmentalStandardfordealing withrestrictedS7poisonsforinvasiveanimalcontrolhave beemailedtolandholders.

Congratulations

onyourselectionto YMCA QLD Youth Parliament

Makala Harris, a cherished member of Croydon, has been selected for the YMCA QLD Youth Parliament. We wish her a wonderful learning experience and are grateful for Robbie Katter MP's sponsorship.

The YMCA QLD Youth Parliament provides young individuals a platform to engage with officials, explore parliamentary operations, and develop their voices.

Makala's previous mentorship on a field day including 3 Japanese students experience showcases her passion for fostering connections and embracing challenges. She enjoys fishing and spending time with friends.

In a recent interview, Makala emphasized the importance of nurturing young girls in outback communities. She envisions a bright future for Croydon's youth, advocating for more opportunities to develop their talents and interests in areas like photography etc. Additionally, she desires increased Indigenous teacher representation in education, reflecting her commitment to diversity and personal growth for all.

Continue pursuing your dreams and exploring new horizons. Continue pursuing your dreams and exploring new horizons.

MakalaHarries MakalaHarries

Invitation for Croydon Shire Businesses:

Invitation for Croydon Shire Businesses:

Submit Your Details to Boost Local Economy

Submit Your Details to Boost Local Economy

We are pleased to announce the launch of our official tourism website, www.visitcroydonqld.com.au, and extend an invitation to all Croydon Shire businesses to submit their business and contact details for inclusion on the tourism website.

With an influx of tourists expected, it is advantageous to showcase your services and products to contribute to the local economy.

To participate, kindly send an email to: ninaw@croydon.qld.gov.au

with the following information: business name, contact details, address, product/service portfolio, and pictures.

By providing these details, you consent to their use for advertising purposes on our social media platforms and our tourism and council website. Your participation will benefit our community, business growth and help tourists to satisfy their needs.

(07)47487153

info@visitcroydonqld.com.au

Educators and children have been busy during the school holidays with cooking. We went on excursions to the Heritage Precinct, Anzac Park and Library and took part in the First 5 Forever program.

Educators organised play-based learning and activities over the vacation care period to make the holidays exciting and fun for the children.

At the centre children have been discussing what they would like to become when they grow up. We have had lots of doctors, nurses, soldiers, and bull riders at the Centre.

As part of exploring emergency services, we have also been practicing sustainability. The children have used recycled materials to construct planes, helicopters, fire trucks and police cars.

With lots of love and care our greenhouse is producing fruit and veg. Educators and children have been gathering the produce to share with their friends and families.

Infant and Toddler Care

Fun and Educational Activities

The centre is looking for donations of plant seeds to help our greenhouse and garden grow. If you have spare seeds that you would like to donate please contact the centre..

LibraryNews

During the school break, our awesome librarian organised a special First 5 Forever event all about ANZAC day. The kids got crafty making poppies, indulged in homemade ANZAC biscuits, and soaked up inspiring ANZAC tales. A massive shoutout to our fantastic trio - Taylor, Willow, and Tori - for helping tell stories to our little ones!

The library is set to host Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea on Thursday, 23 May 2024. Drop by at 10 am for tasty treats and games. Come join us for a delightful morning while supporting Cancer research fundraising efforts.

Recap:

esin Worksli

The Resin Art Workshop hosted by RRW Art, led by the talented Rachel and her mum, proved to be an exhilarating event for the 16 participants in attendance.

Resin art, a form of arts and crafts that utilises resin as a primary supply, can be mixed with paints or inks to create stunning patterns and designs. The possibilities are endless when combining various materials, resulting in unique pieces reflecting each artist's creativity.

The workshop commenced with Rachel and her mum demonstrating techniques and material reactions on a Lazy Susan board. Participants eagerly experimented, realising that each creation was as distinctive as its creator.

Following a short break, the focus shifted to a canvas, where Rachel showcased how to incorporate various materials like crystals, shells, and foils. The group was inspired to start anew, now fearless in mixing materials to craft their resin art masterpieces.

The event was an undeniable success, with everyone enjoying themselves and yearning to continue as they gained confidence in understanding material reactions. Although they'll have to wait until next year's workshop, the anticipation is high for another unforgettable resin art experience in Croydon!

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At the recent silversmith workshop, participants not only learned the art of silversmithing— cutting, shaping, hammering, and forming metal to create beautiful designs—but also had the privilege of having great teachers guiding them. Their expertise made the experience both

educational and enjoyable. And the best part? The jewellery they crafted is theirs to keep!

And a massive shout out to our sponsor, RASNNQ and Topology, for bringing this project to life! Your support is truly appreciated.

A pair of cows were talking thefield.Onesays,‘Haveyou heard about the ad cow diseasethat’sgoingaround?’ ‘Yeah,”theothercowsays. “MakesmegladI’ma penguin.”

Outback

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Outback

Yarns and Laughs Yarns and Laughs Yarns and Laughs

Jokes to Brighten Your Day Jokes to Brighten Your Day Jokes to Brighten Your Day

Two Hollywood stars ran into each other at the door of their psychiatrist’soffice.

“Hello,there,”saidone.“Areyou comingorgoing?” “IfIknewthat,”saidtheother, “Iwouldn’tbehere.”

You can’t believe everything you hear—butyoucanrepeatit.

What’s the difference betweenthebirdfluand the swine flu? One requires tweetment and theotheranoinkment.

At a party, a young wife admonished her husband, “That’s the fourth time you’ve gone back for ice cream and cake. Doesn’t it embarrass you?”

“Why should it?” answered her spouse. “I keep telling them it’s for you.”

What do you call a pig that doeskarate?Aporkchop.

Twoeggs,abagel,andasausage walk into a bar. “Bartender, my friends and I would like a cold one,”saysoneoftheeggs. “Sorry,” the barman replies. “We don’tservebreakfast.”

The problem with kleptomaniacsisthatthey alwaystakethingsliterally.

What do you call a fish withouteyes?Fsh.

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CROYDON FISHING AND BOATING CLUB

CROYDON STATE SCHOOL P & C ASSOC.

CROYDON CHILD CARE CENTRE

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NWRH I

Operating in over 50 communities across rural, regional and remote Queensland

YOU'RE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR A FREE MORNING TEA

TUESDAY 14th MAY

WHERE: ANZAC PARK

TIME: 9.30 AM

Come along and welcome Caroline to the NWRH team, have a cuppa and a yarn. Look forward to hearing ideas of any activities you would like help to imp l ement to enhance your Wellbeing.

Connecting North West Queensland

T he DigiGrow: Digital Capacity Building for Bus i ness program aims to h e l p businesses in Queens land's remo t e north-west to develop d igita l capacity t h rough a combination of workshops and 1:1 mentoring.

Th e work shop s will co ve r fiv e key topic s:

1. Intro to digitis i ng your business

2. Using sma l l business sofware

3. On l ine secur ity and data privacy

4. Webs ites and sel l ing on li ne

5.Soc ia l media and digital marketing

Your next local workshops:

DigiGrow Information Session, Introduction to digitising your business & Tourism Trends

Location: Doris Casey Memorial Hall

Date & Time: 23 May 2024, 5 :30pm-8:00pm

DigiGrcw:

BRING THE WORLD TO YOUR BUSINESS

Remote area businesses are no longer isolated from the rest of the wor l d. Embrac i ng digital tools is not just an option; it's the key to staying compet itive and unlock i ng new mark ets.

Your first step: The introductory session

Attending the first session is p ivota l. It's where yo u 'll grasp the f ull potentia l of what DigiGrow can off er. Yo u 'll learn about the latest digital trends that are relevant to your bus i ness and how to apply them effect ively to achieve your goals.

Roadshow program

DigiGrow isn't j u st a one-off event; it's a ser i es o f roadshows, comp lemented by online wor kshops to ens u re continuous learning and growth. This program runs until June 2025, providing a path to digita l mastery.

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Healthy Men, Strong Families

Croydon's Men's Mental Health Journey 2024

CROYDON

31 May-2 June 2024

Karumba

Men 's mental health is unfortunately sometimes overlooked. This trip will highlight the importance of "Healthy Men , Strong Families". On the Saturday morning of the trip , the men who have successfully qualified , will board Kerry D's Fishing Charters for a full day of fishing . When the fishing trip has concluded the men are invited to a buffet dinner at The Anchorage Bar & Cafe. This trip is open to all men who live within the Croydon Shire

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Activity notice

North-east Queensland AEM survey

Geosc ie nce Au st ra lia, i n collaborati o n with t he Geo logica l S urvey o f Q u eens l and, wi l l be ca rry in g out a n

A i rborne E l ectromagneti c (AE M) survey wit h 20km li ne spac ing over a la rge area of n ort h -east Q uee ns la nd from J un e to J u ly 2024. T h e survey is part of a la rger geop hysica l s urvey p rogram that aims to ga ther n ew info rmat io n abo ut t he po tent ia l g ro un d w ate r , m in er al a n d energy reso urces concealed be n eath th e s urface T his info rmat io n w i ll lead t o more i nfo r med reso urce ma n agem ent a nd to bette r ta rget ed i nvestme nt.

Why is this survey important?

This survey is being carried out to obtain data that will enhance understanding of geology and natural resources of the region. This informatio n w i ll support future informed dec is ion making for resource management.

Survey Method

Light aircraft are fitted with instruments to map variations in the natu ral electrical conductivity of the ground to a depth of several hundred metres.

During the survey, a signal will be transmitted from the aircraft into the ground The sig nal is similar to that produced by a power line, passing quickly as the aircraft moves. To wed antennae can detect t he returned signa ls. The nature of these signals are ana lysed to map variations in the electrica l conductiv ity of the g ro und ca us ed by t he presence of groundwater and some minerals.

How AEM surveys work: https://youtu be/p3gK786PRfo

Further information about AEM surveys can be found at: https://www ga gov au/scientifictop ic s/d isc i pl ines/geop hysics/a irbornee lectromagnetics

What you may see or hear

A small ae ropla ne (Cessna) towi ng equi pm ent below, will fly at approximately 120 metres above the ground, a lo ng east - west flights paths 20 ki lo metres apart. If you have any concerns with th is activ ity , please contact Geoscience Australia

Timing and location

The airborne survey is expected to be carried out between June and July 2024 , working i n stages across the area outlined i n the figure below.

Important to know

P re -competitive data acquired by GA will be public ly available after qual ity contro l and assurance checks have been performed. Public release of this information may contain expl ic it spatial location in format ion, such as specific deployment locations and/or areas which may be i nterp reted as cont ain ing groundwater and resource potential

This survey is one of a series of airborne surveys being planned by Geosc ience Austral ia and the Geological Survey of Queensland i n 2024 The surveys are being centrally coordinated and you can obta i n further information about any of these surveys using the contact details be low.

For furthe r information

Geosc ience Au st ral ia Ema i l geophysica l. surveys@ga.gov au P hone : 1800 800 173 Mobil e: 0427 192 745

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Georgetown Airborne Gravity Survey

Geoscience Austral ia in colla b ora tio n with t he Geological Survey of Q ueensland w ill be co nducti ng an airborne geophysical (g rav ity) survey in central Quee nsl and between Ap ri l and July 2024 The regional ai rbo rn e gravity survey will prov id e a new generation o f da ta to im p rove th e definition of gravimet ric anoma l ies i n th e re gio n In add ition , the survey will provide better understanding of the cover sequence thic kness and structura l trends of the un d erly ing baseme nt geology Preco mpetit ive geophys ics is an e ffecti ve way to both attract new exp lore rs t o an area an d stimulate exploration by existi ng resource authority ho lders

Sur vey Method

A light aircraft will be fitted with i nst rument s called g rav imet ers that measure ext reme ly small variatio ns in t he Eart h' s natura l gravity field

Th e aircraft fl ig hts li n es are plan n ed to be flo wn i n an east-west di rectio n 1 ki lo metre a pa rt The instruments do not emit any signals during the survey, and there are no i mpacts to people or ani mals aside fro m a brief no ise distu rba n ce.

What you may see or hear

A small aerop la ne (Cessna) will fly at about 100 metres above the grou nd duri ng th e survey The pi lot w i ll alte r f lig ht li nes to avo id b u ildi n gs and infrastructure and i ncrease the heig ht to around 450 metres around bu ilt up areas.

Th e no is e produ ced by the aircraft is sim i lar to a backyard lawnmower and will last about 30 seconds as t he plane passes over.

If you have any concerns with th is activit y , ple ase contact Geosc ience Austral ia

Time and location

The survey w i ll t ake approximately seven wee ks b etween A pr il and Jul y 2024 i n the area shown i n th e ma p below

For furthe r i nformation

Geoscience Australia

Ema i i geophys ica l. s urveys@ga gov au P ho ne: 1800 800 1 73 Mobile: 0 427 192 745

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P recompetitive da ta acquired by Geosc ience Austral ia will be pu bl ic ly avai lab le after quali ty control and assura n ce checks have been performed. Publ ic re le ase of t his i nforma tio n may contai n expl icit spatia l loc ation i nforma tio n, such as spec ifi c deployment locat ions and/or areas which may be interpreted as co ntaini ng groundwat er and resou rc e potent ia l.

This survey is one of a series of airborne surveys b ei ng pl ann ed by Geosc ience Aust ra lia and the Geo logica l Survey of Queens land in 2024. The surveys are be ing centrally coord i nated and you can obtain furth er informa tion about any of these surveys usi n g the contact deta ils i n the blue box t o the left.

Figure 1: A i rc raft landi ng du ri ng a gravity survey

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Cairns and Hinterland

Hospital and Health Service

For eligible adults & children

NO CHARGE ROUT I NE DENTAL TREATMENT FOR:

• All 0-17 year olds

• Adults with an in-date concession card or current concession card

• Remote areas inc ludi ng Georgetown, Croydon, Chi llagoe - non concession card holders welcome at a fee

CLINICHOURS

Monday - Friday

Weekends & Public Holidays

"Please call 4748 7000 prior to attending to avoid delays "

Our phones are diverted to a message bank at close of business or if we are out on a call-out. Alternate options are:

•Leaveamessage

•Call000

•Call13HEALTH(13432584)

• Call Police Link on 131 444

• Call RFDS 4040 0500

When attending the clinic, please bring your Medicare card and concession card to all visits. Failure to do so may result in being chargedfullpriceformedication.

Medication must now be paid for at time of consultation. Croydon accepts EFTPOS cards only for payment. Prices are charged as per theCHHHSScheduleofCosts.

Croydon Clinic stock only a limited amount of medication. We are not a pharmacy. Pharmacy can be ordered from Karumba Pharmacy and deliveredfreetoCroydonCliniconTuesdays. 9AM - 12PM 2PM - 4PM 10AM - 12PM

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Scripts

Please make sure you have enough medication on hand in case of cyclones andflooding.Thecliniconlystocksa selectionofmedicationsforemergency situations.Whilstwecanorganise replacementscripts,gettingyourmedicationtoyoucanbeanissueduring severeweather.

Contact your pharmacy and make sure you have repeat scripts and ask for extra (if permitted) to have on hand. This also includes over the counter medications like children’s Panadol, wormtabletsetc.

Flu & Covid Vaccinations

Nurses

Nurses working in single nurse clinics are entitled to 10 hours fatigue after out of hour callouts whether in the clinic or viaambulance.

When a nurse is going on fatigue, it will be posted on the Croydon Primary Health Care Clinic Facebook site and a noticewillbeplacedonthedoor.

During these periods, ONLY emergencies will be seen. Call 000 for these emergencies. Our nurses need their rest periods, and it is essential yourespectthenursesduringthistime.

Flu vaccinations are now available at the Clinic. Covid vaccinations are available everyfortnight. Bookings are essential. RFDSwillbecontinuingtheCovid-19 vaccination program fortnightly. They will be administering Pfizer. Appointments are limited.CalltheCroydonClinictoregisteryourinterest. Please call 4748 700.

Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme

People living in rural and remote areas are entitled to patient travel to the nearest specialist. Travel referral forms are to be completed prior to travelling. If your referral has been provided by a doctor other than RFDS, that doctor will need to complete the referralform.Patienttravelformscanbeobtainedat https://www.qld.gov.au/health/ services/travel/subsidies/ptss-forms oruseourQRcode.Formoreinformation, goto https://www.qld.gov.au/health/services/travel/subsidies

Upcoming Clinics 2024

Royal Flying Doctor Service Child & Parenting Support Program

Overview of the Program & Eli gib ility:

The Ch il d a nd Parenting Support Program aim s to i mprove the wellbeing and res ilie n ce of fami li es and ch ildre n and increase chi ldhood deve lopmen t al outcomes Th is is don e t hrough provis i on of assessme nt, inte r vent i on, ed ucat io n, and advocacy across 2 key areas: St rong & Capab le Ch il dre n and Support in g t he Support Crew. Th e se r vi ce target s vulnerab le fami lies w ith chi l dre n age 0-12 years- but can extend t o 18 yea rs depe n dant on capacity and whe t her wo r ki ng with younger family me m bers

Refe rra l I nfor mat io n

Fam il ies & Parents can self - refer

Pr ofessio nals, such as doctors, nurses, teach ers, and po l ice may refe r (w ith parent/ca rer permissio n)

St rong & Capab l e Chi ldren

This part of t he serv i ce is designed to support and improve children's emotional wellbeing and resi l ience and to meet their mental health needs. Many ch il dren in our Commun ities have been exposed to a range of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and according to the AEDC (2018) ch il dren starting school i n the Carpe ntaria and Croydon/Et h er idge Shi res are significa n tly more vulnerab le than the Aust r ali an average , partic ul ar ly in th e Em otio nal Doma in (8.4% Aust rali a; 18.3% Ca r pe nt ar ia; 23.5 Croydo n/Ether i dge) These dif f iculties tra nsla t e into social, emoti ona l, an d behav i oura l d ifficult ies at school wh ich impact on t he c hi ld's engagement w it h education, t he ir se lfestee m and pote ntially on the i r l ife -time outco mes Therefore, counsell in g for children fo rm s a l arge part of o ur service delivery model. Dependant on the needs of the chi l d this may inc l ude therapeutic p lay or other age-appropriate intervent ions and/or stress management strategies, emot iona l literacy education, psyc hoeducation, and se lf - regu l ation skil l deve lopment. Th ese are main ly delivered through indivi dua l sess ions but may be de li vered through targeted youth -focused groups Advocacy and support to access specia l ist serv ices is prov ided as appropr i ate. This serv ice may be delivered at:

• Schools, ki ndy or chi l dcare in Normanton, Croydon or Ka rumba,

• Hea lth service facilities in Normanton, Croydon or Karumba,

• Cl ient's home or in the commun ity.

Supporting t h e Support Crew (Pa r ents, Ca rers, Teache rs & Health Staff )

This part of the serv i ce is designed to i ncrease know l edge of chi l dhood social and emotional deve lopment, neurodeve lopmental i ssues and menta l hea l t h issues in childhood by providing chi ld development information, resources and parenting programs/skills training to those who are directly support i ng the child cl i ent. The parent/carer may also be a cl ient w here mental health issues i mpact on their ab i l ity to be the parent they wa n t to be This service aim s to:

• Increase the menta l health & wel l being of parents,

• Improve parenting skil ls and increase their confidence and resilience in their role as parents,

• Increase know ledge of chi l dhood deve lopment, and t hi ngs that impact on healthy development,

• Improve deve lopmental outcomes i n all AECD doma i ns (part icu l arly t he emotiona l domain); and

• In crease the capacity of those supporting our ch i ld c li ents who may have expe r ie nced t r auma an d/or are struggling with social, emo t io nal, behav io ur al, and develop menta l conce rn s.

Ge t i n t o u ch w it h us today:

Far North Ch il d & Parent i ng Service

RFDS Ca i rns Base

Pho ne: 07 4040 0444

Fax: 07 4040 0199

Email: mhadmin@rfdsgld.com.au

CRO Y DON SHIRE COUNCIL

Cou ncil at its Ordinary Meeting of 19 April 2018 considered its ob li gati ons u nder the Croydo n Shire Drought Management P lan. W ith Lake Be lmo re filli ng during the Cyc lone Nora w eat he r eve nt in March th is triggered current level 3 restrictions to be lifted Under the Dro ught Management Plan, Co uncil is req uired to implement measures to minimise the impa ct of wa ter shortages Counci l rega rds t he long-term sustainabi lity of the Croydon town wate r supply as an issue of primary importance to the community , req uiring ongo ing mon ito ring a nd appropriate managemen t. L evel 1 Water R estric tions in accordance with Coun cil's D rought Management P lan now appl y.

PURPOSE

LEVEL 1 - RESTRICTION ON USE OF WATER

1. Private Gardens - Watering Garden Beds/ Shrubbe!:l£ Areas

1. Sprinklers can only be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5 .00pm to 8 .00pm.

2. Micro spray and drip systems fitted with timers can only be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5.00pm to 8.00pm.

3 Hand held hoses, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time. Lawn Areas

1 Sprinklers, micro spray and drip systems can be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5.00pm to 8.00pm on alternate days being Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

2. Hand held hoses, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time.

2. Public gardens - watering 1 Sprink l ers can be used between 6.00am to 9 00am and 5.00pm to 8 .00pm.

2. Micro spray and drip systems fitted with timers can on ly be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5.00pm to 8.00pm

3. Hand held hoses, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time.

3. Private gardens and public Existing ponds can only be topped up to their normal level by means of hand gardens - filling or topping up held hose. of ponds

4. Fountains I Water Features 1 Fountains/ water features must not operate unless they recycle water.

2 Water lost from fountains I water features must not be replaced except by means of hand held hoses or by means of watering cans or buckets filled directly from taps .

5. Concrete I Paved areas - Water must not be used to clean concrete/paved areas unless cleaning is cleaning required as a result of an accident, fire, health hazard or emergency.

6. Private swimming pools or Existing swimming pools and spas must not be topped up except by means of spas - filling or topping up hand held hoses or by means of watering cans or buckets filled directly from taps.

7. Sports grounds I school ovals 1. Sprinklers/ irrigation allowed Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays -watering between the hours of 5.00pm and 11.00am only.

8. Window cleaning

2. Hand held hoses, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time.

Water must not be used to clean windows except by means of trigger hoses or buckets or watering can filled directly from a tap.

9. Mobile water tankers - filling Mobile water tankers must not be filled except -

(a) With the written permission of the Croydon Shire Council; or (b) Tankers supplying water for use inside domestic premises, or for firefighting or stock watering purposes.

10. Vehicles - cleaning Water must not be used to clean vehicles except by means of trigger hoses or watering cans or buckets fi lied direct l y from t aps.

11. Construction industry - use of Unless otherwise exempted by Croydon Shire Council in writing, hoses must water in not be used except trigger hoses.

12. Any purpose not included In any Water must not be used without the w ri tten permiss i on of t he Croydon Shire other items of this column other Council. than for use Inside domestic premises and fo r domestic animals

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