2011 March Council Connection

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MARCH 2011 - ISSUE 31

GLADSTONE REGIONAL COUNCIL COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

Gladstone Regional Council Phone 497 0 0700 Fax 4975 8500 Email info@gladstonerc.qld.gov.au

TOP 10 PARKS COMPETITION WINNER NAMED

Spending time at Millennium Esplanade at Tannum Sands inspired Trevor Plaxton to pen a poem as part of a Healthy Active Gladstone Region initiative. See Story - Page 10

Local Laws plans explained to region's residents previous Councils prior to amalgamation are still in effect,” he said.

Rather than continue with this situation, Mr Doherty said Council sought to adopt four Model Local Laws which have been gazetted by the State Government that covered issues common to many local governments.

Council is also proposing a further two Local Laws based on State Government recommended Model Local Laws but with minor variations, and one other new local law that is specifically tailored to the region's needs.

An additional Local Law is needed to repeal the Local Laws now in existence.

"In all, there will be seven Local Laws and 25 subordinates, which elaborate or explain the application of the Local Laws.”

Mr Doherty said Council was required to consolidate all Local Laws by December 31 but had decided to bring the process forward to July 1 as some of the existing Local Laws would expire before the year’s end.

The Local Laws which are proposed to be adopted are:

A series of community information sessions during February has enabled Gladstone Regional Council to explain its proposed new local laws to residents and the process by which to submit valid submissions.

Director of Environment and Regulation Ron Doherty said he was pleased with the response and input provided by residents at the community meetings, held between February 7 and 14 at Mt Larcom, Ubobo, Gladstone, Boyne Island, Miriam Vale, Rosedale and Agnes Water.

“At each location, residents had their own set of questions relating to issues affecting their area and we are now looking forward to receiving their submissions that will be considered by Council in the coming months,” Mr Doherty said.

He said the new Local Laws were being developed to bring into line all the Local Laws that existed prior to the amalgamation of the Gladstone Regional Council.

“At present, inconsistencies exist in the application of Local Laws across the region due to the fact that decisions made by

• No.1 - Administration 2010; • No.2 (Model) - Animal Management 2010; • No.3 (Model) - Community and Environmental Management 2010; • No.4 - Local Government Controlled Areas, Facilities and Roads 2010; • No.5 (Model) - Parking 2010; • No.6 (Model) - Bathing Reserves 2010; • No.7 - Aerodromes 2010.

Residents now have until March 31 to forward valid submissions to Council for consideration.

Council will again consult with the community if any of the proposed Local Laws are changed as a result of the formal feedback received during this initial consultation and feedback process.

For further information, visit www.gladstone. qld.gov.au and follow the link under the “Your Council” link from the home page.

Information requests can also be made by emailing locallawsfeedback@gladstonerc. qld.gov.au

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Mayor's Message

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New Council Website

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Clean Up efforts

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Australia Day Award Winners

Visit Council’s Website - www.gladstone.qld.gov.au

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The Mayor’s Flood Relief Ball The generosity of Gladstone Region residents, like that of Australians everywhere, could never be questioned following their massive contributions to recent flood appeals.

of the tragedy which has struck Queensland, and other states since late last year, with many people losing everything they have," Cr Sellers said.

So widespread was the devastation, however, that more help is needed and Gladstone Region residents have the opportunity to again show their support for flood victims; this time while indulging in some fun as well.

"I hope the ball serves as another way to unite our community and provide some degree of comfort to flood victims.

Gladstone Regional Council will host the Mayor's Flood Relief Ball at the Gladstone Entertainment Centre on Saturday, March 5, with all proceeds to go to victims of Queensland's devastating floods.

Gladstone Mayor Gail Sellers hoped the event would provide additional help to Queenslanders still in need of assistance.

"It has been heart-breaking to witness the scale

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"So please dig deep and join in the auctions, raffles and more that will be staged on the night to help out our fellow Queenslanders."

Tickets are $100 per head which includes a three course dinner and entertainment by local band JAG and award-winning comedian and magician Matt Hollywood. The ball swings into action at 6.30pm.

Tickets for tables of 12 are on sale at the venue, from the Gladstone Entertainment Centre website and from Stockland Gladstone.

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Welcome to www.gladstone.qld.gov.au Did you know that Council’s website became the centre of attention for residents and visitors to the region during late December 2010?

New Calliope cemetery

There’s also latest news updates, a radio news feed, tide times and an option for people to lodge customer service requests online.

Construction of a new cemetery for Calliope, at the corner of Morcom Street and Herbertson Road, was approved on February 1 by Council. The existing cemetery at Calliope, located opposite the new site, is expected to reach capacity within 12 months, prompting Gladstone Regional Council's decision to plan the development of the new cemetery. The cemetery will be constructed in stages over a 25 year period with Stage One scheduled to commence this financial year. The first stage of the project will involve creating access from Morcom Road, a front fence and gate similar to the existing cemetery, the first row of a head wall, a small number of car parks and some landscaping.

Soon to be included to the site will be an option to lodge online payments and tenders.

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The website received 70,000 hits in 24 hours on December 27/28 from people wanting the latest road condition reports due to the fact that many roads were cut by flooding.

Council has now redeveloped the website to further bolster the range of information and services available to residents and visitors.

The new website can be found at www.gladstone. qld.gov.au and features a contemporary design with plenty of appeal.

A promotional panel has been included to help residents and visitors to the site find latest initiatives quickly and there are quick links to a range of popularly visited information pages.

The site still contains some of the popular pages from the former site with links to Council’s facilities such as the Gladstone Entertainment Centre, the Gladstone Art Gallery and Museum,

the Gladstone Regional Libraries and the Community Services Directory.

Why not hop online and check it out for yourself?

Tell us what you think by emailing consultation@ gladstonerc.qld.gov.au

Include your event on Council’s website Are you a community group or not-for-profit organisation?

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Why not log on to Council’s new website at www.gladstone.qld. gov.au and follow the link from the home page that reads “Lodge An Event” under the “I Want To” button.

Did you know that residents are welcome to view Council’s meetings? Council’s upcoming meetings are Tuesday, March 1, Tuesday, March 15, Tuesday, April 5 and Tuesday, April 19. The meeting agenda and minutes of each meeting can be accessed via Council’s website at www.gladstone.qld.gov.au and following the “Meetings and Minutes” tab under “Quick Links” on the home page.

Website for volunteers

Groups can register their event via an online form.

Events are approved for uploading within one working day and on Mondays for those people who lodge an event during the weekend.

Groups and organisations are encouraged to include as much detail as possible, including a contact for people to seek further information. Visit www.gladstone.qld.gov.au

Gladstone Region Volunteering is an online volunteer recruitment website that links residents to organisations in need of volunteers. By clicking on the 'Community Support' and then 'Volunteer' links from Council’s home page at www.gladstone. qld.gov.au, residents can search what volunteer positions are available or nominate themselves for future roles.

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Community volunteers clean up for Australia

Gladstone Region residents can play a major part in the region’s beautification by volunteering for Clean Up Australia Day on March 6.

Groups can register online or residents can join as an individual to volunteer at a nearby registered site.

Organisers registering sites are welcome to contact Council to help get the information out to the community.

Council’s Sustainability and Environment Officer Mitch Crane said large collection bins

would be located at key locations around the region with a listing on Gladstone Regional Council’s website at www.gladstone.qld.gov. au Clean Up Australia Chairman Ian Kiernan AO is encouraging everyone to do their bit towards protecting local ecosystems while improving the appeal of their area.

“Australians generally do the right thing, but with each one of us producing two tonnes of rubbish every year, there is still too much waste ending up in our natural environment,”

Mr Kiernan said.

“Every piece of rubbish that ends up in our parks, waterways, bushland and on our streets or beaches is a potential killer of local wildlife".

People can get involved or find out more by visiting www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au or phone 1800 282 329.

To have Council advertise your site contact Mitch on 4976 6975 or mitchellc@ gladstonerc.qld.gov.au

Are you digitally prepared? Check via mySwitch now Analogue television will become a thing of the past later this year when the Australian Government switches the Gladstone Region to digital-only television permanently.

Residents can visit the Australian Government’s ‘Digital Ready’ website now to see just how the transition will affect them.

The Australian Government’s ‘Digital Ready’ website has information to guide residents who want to be prepared for the transition to digitalonly free to air television – set down for the second half of 2011 in the Gladstone region.

The website has a ‘mySwitch’ tool that makes it possible for residents to check the predicted digital television coverage at individual street.

The Digital Ready website (www.digitalready.gov.au) also has information on possible funding and services available for people to set up for digital television.

People can also phone the Digital Switchover Taskforce on 1800 201 013 between 8am and 10pm (AEST) seven days a week to access information.

The Australian Government says that is progressively switching the nation to digital-only free-to-air television to provide more Australians with access to a range of channels and better quality viewing.

Mildura/Sunraysia was the first region in Australia to switch to digitalonly TV on June 30, 2010 and regional Victoria will be the next to

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make the change, when analogue TV broadcasting finishes on May 5 this year.

It is expected the roll out will be finalised nationally by December 31, 2013.

Water award sparks career move to an electrical apprenticeship Who says water and electricity aren't a good mix?

Former Water and Sewerage Labourer and now Electrical Apprentice Robyn McLellan has turned that truism on its head.

After taking out the 2010 Queensland Water Young Operator of the Year award, McLellan's time with the Water and Sewerage pump run crew has come to an end.

However, the hard-working 21-year-old has not been lost to Council, and is now putting her skills to good use as an apprentice electrician while remaining with the Water and Sewerage department.

Speaking with barely a trace of her native Yorkshire accent, McLellan, whose family migrated from Sheffield to Bundaberg when she was aged 15, said she had enjoyed her time as a labourer but was looking forward to new challenges.

With Robyn McLellan (second from right) are (from left) Gladstone Regional Council Water and Sewerage Manager Phil Boshoff, Senior Process Engineer Emma Hamilton and Mayor Gail Sellers.

apprentice and the chance to progress my career.''

Water and Sewerage Senior Process Engineer Emma Hamilton said Ms McLellan had been an ideal employee during her time with the pump run crew.

"Robyn is very dedicated to her work," she said. "Give her a task to do and she goes ahead and does it to the best of her ability.

"It would be nice to have more women in the department."

"I've enjoyed every aspect of the role and everyone I've worked with has been friendly," Ms McLellan said.

Ms McLellan admitted not many women her age would pursue a job in water and sewerage but urged her peers seeking work to consider the option.

"I think most of the guys thought I wouldn't last a week but I wanted to prove I could do it and I've enjoyed learning new skills.

"It gave me job stability and new skills and has opened other doors for me," she said.

"But now I'm looking forward to a new challenge as an electrical

"It's better than working in retail."

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First Healthy Active Youth Ambassador

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Keen athlete to help others get fit and healthy At just 13 years of age Sam Reynolds knows she wants to help get Gladstone people fit and healthy.

A keen athlete, Sam was delighted to hear about the Active Ambassador initiative through the Healthy Active Gladstone Region program.

Sam said she would like to spread the message about being active regardless of age.

"I hope to influence the kids at school about being more active and encourage the adults at junior sport to also have a go," Sam said.

"Everyone expects kids to be active, but some kids are not keen on exercise or being outdoors playing.

"I'm going to take my friends who aren't

into sport to the park to hang out and use the fitness stations," she said.

HAGR Chairperson and Mayor Gail Sellers said it was encouraging that young people were keen to help out their community.

"Sam is a wonderful role model for other children who would like to volunteer in their community," Cr Sellers said.

"She will be a valuable Healthy Active Ambassador."

For more information on the Healthy Active Gladstone Region program phone Lyndal Hansen on 4978 1389, email Lyndal@amarna.com.au or visit Council's website at www.gladstone. qld.gov.au and click on the 'Community Support' tab.

If you would like to take part in community activities through volunteering or if you are an organisation that could benefit from volunteers, you can join Gladstone Region Volunteering. Gladstone Region Volunteering is an online volunteer recruitment website that links volunteers to organisations in need of volunteers. For information visit www. gladstone.qld.gov.au and follow the “Volunteering” links under “Community Support”.

Ecofest 2011 Sunday, June 5 is World Environment Day and to mark the occasion, Gladstone Regional Council will host Ecofest 2011, the region’s largest environmental celebration. Coordinated by Gladstone Festivals and Events, the day highlights the environmental initiatives being undertaken by the region’s industries while providing a fun-filled day of activities that celebrate environmental sustainability. Phone 4972 5111 for information.

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Cycads on the move to make way for range crossing Council's parks team has had huge success relocating cycads and other protected plant species from the Calliope Range to make way for the construction of the new range crossing to Biloela.

Contracted by the Department of Transport and Main Roads, the parks team started the mammoth task in August 2009.

Due to the difficult terrain and hard conditions, it took the crew six months to relocate more than 500 cycads, 70 grass trees and a few zamias.

Parks and Recreation portfolio spokesperson Councillor Graham McDonald said the project was necessary as federal government legislation required that endangered species and protected species be relocated before construction could commence.

"The relocation was a time-consuming process as every plant was marked and mapped using GPS technology and replanted facing exactly the same direction they came from and in their family groups," Cr McDonald said.

"The team did an incredible job to firstly remove the plants from the side of a hill and, secondly, relocate them successfully.

"So far, they've had a 90 per cent success rate which far exceeds the industry standard of 40 per cent.

Council staff involved with the cycad relocation project, Curator Tondoon Botanic Gardens Brent Braddick, Supervisor Parks Maintenance Trevor Mylrea with his team James Unwin and Steven McEachran with one of the larger cycads.

"All involved were very impressed with the success of 'Cycad Park' (as the team have named it) and there is potential for Council to undertake more of this work with the arrival of LNG pipeline projects."

The parks team is continuing to monitor the plants progress to ensure their survival following the relocation process.

Cr McDonald said the plants' new home was once a busy Cobb & Co track from Biloela to Calliope and part of a wall defining the track remained standing today.

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Council carries out electrical works at Marley Brown Oval The wait is almost over for brighter lighting at Marley Brown Oval with Council undertaking major electrical works to be completed for the start of the 2011 Gladstone Rugby League season.

Gladstone Regional Council's Parks and Recreation portfolio spokesperson Councillor Graham McDonald said the scope of work included a complete upgrade of power supply and relocation of a light pole.

"The current light pole is situated on land now designated for the Dan Murphy's hotel and liquor outlet and needs to be relocated within the boundaries of Marley Brown Oval, located at the Gladstone Coal Exporters Complex," Cr McDonald said.

"Additional work will result in new lights being installed to the existing masts which will greatly improve the level of lighting for night fixtures.

"The current lights are more than 20 years old and the light masts older as they were relocated from Leichhardt Oval in Sydney some 30 years ago."

Total cost of the work is $250,000 and, weather permitting, is expected to be completed by mid-March.

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Councillor McDonald, CJ Bell contractor Jason Richardson and Sports and Recreation Coordinator Steve Bankier discuss the work at Marley Brown Oval.

Desalination work soon to resume Offshore work on the desalination plant at Chinaman's Beach at Agnes Water resumes early in March following the completion of the turtle nesting season.

With the desalination plant components having already arrived on the back of nine semitrailers, horizontal directional drilling (HDD) for the offshore installation of intake and discharge pipes resumes from where it left off at the start of the turtle season last October.

The offshore drilling is the next stage in the

project following the completion of the Seventeen Seventy water and sewerage pipe installations.

The Agnes Water/Seventeen Seventy Integrated Water Project schedule has come under review due to heavy rain which delayed work throughout the latter stages of last year.

The amended schedule, to be agreed upon

by Gladstone Regional Council and project overseers United Utilities Australia, had not been finalised at the time of publication.

Thank you Zonta

Bororen's long-awaited potable water supply is edging closer with final testing now being undertaken.

Council's Infrastructure Services portfolio spokesperson Councillor Matt Burnett said residents were to be commended for their patience and consideration during the development of the new water supply scheme.

"We had delays early in the piece as contractors could not be found; and then the rain in late 2010 postponed the project until January," Councillor Burnett said.

"Then the flooding of January forced the project back again; and now we are in March and hopefully on the verge of completion."

Each year the Zonta club of Gladstone provides a celebratory cake for all to enjoy at Gladstone Regional Council's Australia Day Awards presentation evening.

He said residents would soon be able to drink fully potable water.

Zonta Secretary Diana Cameron said the club had been involved in donating the cake for the past 10 years.

"This has been a long time in the coming so I'd like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank the people of Bororen for their involvement in the successful completion of this project."

"Zonta is commited to improving the status of women, and with that in mind it is gratifying to be involved in the citizenship ceremony component of the celebrations, welcoming the new citizens to our country," Mrs Cameron said.

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"Also we are proud to join in honouring those people nominated for Australia Day Awards for their contributions to society.

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"It's always really heartening to see the citizens of the Gladstone Region enjoying the event and celebrating what it is to be Australian."

On behalf of Council, thank you Zonta and keep up the delicious work!

Friendly Football Match Healthy Active Links for Migrants, in conjunction with the Yaralla Football Club, is holding a Friendly International Football Match on Saturday, March 12, from 2pm at the Yaralla Sports Club.

People from all nationalities are encouraged to represent their country in a fun game of football (or Soccer as the Aussies know it).

Yaralla Football Club will provide a captain for each team and uniforms will be supplied for the game.

Marcus Ellison, who is from the United Kingdom and has relocated to Gladstone for his research work, said he was very keen to register.

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"This will be great fun, and it doesn't matter if you can't play football, it's just about having a go and representing your country," Mr Ellison said.

"We Poms just love our football.

"Since moving to Gladstone, I have met people from all over the world, so it will be interesting to see how many countries will be represented at the game."

Everyone is welcome to play regardless of your skill level, however if enough women register, a separate game will be arranged.

To register interest or for further information phone Lyndal Hansen on 4978 1389 or email lyndal@amarna.com.au

Have you lost or found a pet?

Did you know that you can register your lost or found pet at Council’s website free of charge?

Simply visit www.gladstone.qld. gov.au and follow the "Animals and environment" link from the home page.

Home Library Services The Gladstone City Library provides a Home Library Service to residents of Gladstone and the township areas of Boyne Island, Tannum Sands and Calliope. The Home Library Service caters to the needs of residents who are unable to visit the library due to medical, physical, or other special reasons. For more information or to determine whether or not you might be eligible for this service, please contact Gladstone City Library on 4976 6400.

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Welcome mor ning tea soars in pop ulari ty

ning Tea’ could become a monthly Council’s ‘Welcome to Gladstone Mor event. tea with councillors, Gladstone About 80 people enjoyed a free morning ity representatives at the Tondoon Member Liz Cunningham and commun tre on Febr uary 3.

Cen Botanic Gardens Visitor Information tions Officer Luis Arroyo said Council's Multicultural Community Rela to attend the first 2011 session about 50 to 60 people had been expected to find out more about the region. stry on the number of newcomers “We are seeking an indication from indu ge to a monthly basis,” Mr Arroyo to decide whether the event should chan said. for more welcoming and social “Based on numbers there may be a need activities.” invited to the morning teas to gather Mr Arroyo said all new residents were ices. information about the region and its serv seas. There are new residents to “It’s not just for newcomers from over s and from interstate,” Mr Arroyo Gladstone from other Queensland town said. munities from overseas; people “We have identified three emerging com , Texas.” from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Houston the region had also become ths mon Mr Arroyo said within the last six home to many Jamaicans. on greater integration within the He said efforts would now focus community through social events. tion will be holding cross cultural “The Gladstone Multicultural Associa Mr Arroyo said. es,” training for corporations and business with spor ts and recreation clubs He said there was also a need for contact keen for new members. ning tea is scheduled to be held The next ‘Welcome to Gladstone’ mor nic Gardens Visitor Information on Thursday, April 7 at the Tondoon Bota Centre from 10am to noon. ssar y, but would be appreciated Attendance is free. RSVPs are not nece for catering purposes. or Luis at Council’s Community For further information phone Andrea Advisor y Service on 4976 6300.

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The latest assessment of Council's Operational Plan reveals that a reassuring 78 per cent of Council's performance measures are set to be delivered on target in 2010/2011.

These results are a self assessed account of how every section in Council is travelling with key projects and initiatives, and form a key part of Council's reporting mechanism.

The results can be viewed in full on Council's website at www.gladstone.qld.gov.au under "Visions, Plans & Reports".

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Award Winners

Young Sportsperson of the Year Alex Williams

Sports Official of the Year John Dahl

Citizen of the Year Rick Bischel with Cr Gail Sellers

Citizen of the Year Judy Whicker with Cr Gail Sellers

Community Event of the Year Beach Arts Music (BAM)

Junior Cultural Award George Bush

Senior Cultural Award Jeannine Butler

Duo share Australia Day Citizen of the Year honours The Gladstone Region has joint 2011 Australia Day Citizen of the Year Award winners.

Well-known regional identities Rick Bichsel and Judy Whicker were jointly recognised for their outstanding contribution to the community at the Awards ceremony, held at the Gladstone Entertainment Centre.

Young Citizen of Year was Courtney Rohde for her involvement in fundraising and helping charities and her commitment to enhancing student leadership among school students.

Senior Cultural Award winner was Jeannine Butler who has been involved in numerous arts and cultural activities over almost three decades.

Junior Cultural Award winner was George Bush who is well known for his singing, speech, drama and dance achievements and the fact

he has been accepted into the Australian Ballet School’s Interstate program and his short-listing for the role of Gustave in Andrew Lloyd Webbers Love Never Dies, opening in Melbourne this year.

Young Sports Person of the Year was 15 year old swimming sensation Alex Williams who won two gold medals at the Nationals in April 2010, among many other swimming achievements.

Popular winner of the Community Event of the Year was Beach Arts Music (BAM), a successful monthly event held at Tannum Sands’ Millennium Esplanade each month.

And John Dahl, who has been linked to Western Suburbs Swimming Pool since it formed, won the Sports Administration or Official Award for his commitment to swimming education and involvement, and the surf life saving movement.

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Community names top 10 parks and trails Late last year the Healthy Active Gladstone Region initiative put the call out to residents to find our Top 10 Parks and Trails.

Healthy Active Gladstone Region Chairperson and Mayor Gail Sellers said the committee had a tough job selecting a winner out of the many entries received.

"We had a fantastic response from the community for this competition and it was great to read what people love about our Region's parks," Cr Sellers said.

"The winner, Trevor Plaxton, wrote a lovely poem about his favourite park - Millennium Esplanade.

"Other places like the Tondoon Botanic Gardens and Lions Park in Gladstone received many entries, as did the trails and parkland around Canoe Point, Tannum Sands.

Competition winner Mr Trevor Plaxton said "spending time at the Tannum Sands Millennium Esplanade Park and seeing the variety of activities taking place by people of all ages in such a beautiful setting inspired me to write the poem".

"My wife and I spend time at the esplanade and beach two to three times a week," Mr Plaxton said.

"We often get talking to visitors who are so impressed with the area that they decide to stay longer.

"It really is a lovely place to spend time with your family and friends. There's lots to do for all ages."

Cr Sellers said the descriptions people sent in would be used to motivate, stimulate and move residents into being healthy and active using the great facilities throughout the Region.

A 'Top 10 Parks and Trails' brochure will be developed from the responses which will be used to promote the region.

The information gathered will also assist Council with long-term planning for parks and trails.

Top 10 Parks and Trails: • Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands • Tondoon Botanic Gardens, Gladstone • Round Gladstone Trail, Gladstone • Canoe Point Environmental Park and Trail, Tannum Sands • Mt Larcom Trail, Mt Larcom • Happy Valley Park Fitness Trail, Gladstone • Kookaburra Creek Park, Gladstone • Witney Street Track, Gladstone • Lions Park, Gladstone • Flat Rock Picnic Ground, Baffle Creek

My Favourite Park By Trevor Plaxton There's a coastal town called Tannum Sands It's one of the gems of our great land It has an unspoiled beach and gentle surf Once you have seen it you will know its worth Though this is enough there is still more A beautiful park runs the length of the shore Trees and shrubs set in such a way If you come to visit you will want to stay As I wander through this paradise I'd like to give you this advice Come spend the day with your family There's something for everyone and it's all free There are lots of shelters with tables and seats Trees and shrubs give shade from the heat There's a wonderful play park, the kids to enjoy A great choice of rides be you girl or boy A nicer place I have yet to see There is no where else I would rather be There's lots to do from dawn till dark I have to say this is my favourite park

Door-to-door visits to enforce pet registration Council will reinforce responsible pet ownership throughout the Region with door-to-door visits to enforce animal registration and management policies.

Officers have begun a six-month Systematic and Selective Inspection Program under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008.

Pet registration provides two-fold benefits for Council informing of the type and number of cats and dogs at premises for control purposes and aiding in reuniting pets separated from their owners.

Property visits will identify if dogs or cats are being kept and if the animals are registered.

Environment and Regulation portfolio spokesperson Councillor Col Chapman said Council was serious about responsible animal management.

“The majority of animals that are impounded are unregistered making it clear to Council that this inspection program is necessary to achieve compliance throughout the Region,” he said.

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“Impoundment of animals can be costly and timely but the retrieval process of a pet can be made easier if animals are registered.”

“Abiding by Council’s pet regulations can also minimise complaints to Council and assist in reducing disturbances to the community,” Cr Chapman said.

Council has a recorded 1988 cats registered with 7356 registered dogs. Both figures are lower than registrations for 2009/2010 declining from 2230 felines and 7922 canines.

Residents keeping an unregistered animal will be given an opportunity of 14 days to register their pet and a failure to comply may result in the issue of an infringement notice which carries a fine of $200.

Ozcare services Discovery Coast From January 1, Ozcare assumed responsibility for the provision of a range of aged care (Home & Community Care and Community Aged Care Packages) services in the Discovery Coast area, operating from Council premises in Roe Street, Miriam Vale.

This change in management comes following a decision by Council to seek to introduce a provider that could deliver these services in a more efficient way while exploring ways of introducing new and improved services to the region. Funding for these services continues to be provided by the State and Federal Governments.

Council Community Services spokesperson Cr Maxine Brushe welcomed Ozcare to the Discovery Coast.

"It is great to see an organisation with an existing presence in the region able to take up this opportunity and expand its service footprint in this way. In fact, with offices already in Gladstone and Bundaberg, Ozcare is well placed to provide enhanced services and reliability to the people of the Discovery Coast,” she said.

"The most pleasing thing is that the only immediate change that clients will notice is the logo on the badges and uniforms of staff. The services and staff providing them will remain essentially unchanged while Ozcare get their feet under the desk in Miriam Vale.

Cr Brushe said that Council was looking forward to working closely with Ozcare across a range of services, working in partnership with the Discovery Coast Community Health Service based in Agnes Water.

Ozcare State Manager Community Care Lanna Ramsay echoed Cr Brushe's comments, stating that Ozcare was pleased to be servicing the Discovery Coast.

"Ozcare is a leading not-for-profit organisation, providing a wide range of health and human services acoss Queensland. We are Catholic in character but welcome clients from all backgrounds, irrespective of religion, sex, race and national origin,” she said.

"We intend to work closely with Council and Discovery Coast Community Health Service to explore innovative ways of delivering a range of valuable services right across this part of the Gladstone Region, she said" Ozcare can be contacted in Miriam Vale by phoning 4974 6288.

Community grants open

Is your community group seeking funding assistance? Gladstone Regional Council is offering 11 categories of funding to groups that may not be eligible for grants from other government or non-government sources.

Not-for-profit community groups that are based in or service the Gladstone Region are invited to apply for funding under Council’s 2011/2012 Community Organisations Grants Program.

Eligible organisations can submit one application per grant category each financial year and must not have outstanding matters of concern before Council.

All applications for grants in the 2011/2012 financial year funding round must be received by Council by close of business Friday, April 8.

To access a copy of the Community Organisations Grants Program Guidelines visit Council’s website on www.gladstone.qld.gov.au and follow the links under the ‘Community Support’ tab and ‘Grants and Sponsorships’.

For more information phone Janine Sorrensen between 10am and 2.30pm on 4976 6351 or email janines@gladstonerc.qld.gov.au

What’s happening at our parks?

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Calliope

Calliope River Day Use and Camping Areas Final concepts received - currently working with GAPDL and Calliope River Historical Village to ascertain management of the northern side when formalised.

June 2011

Calliope

Hazelbrook Park - replace existing playground March/April Quotations received, equipment ordered, awaiting arrival 2011 of equipment then installation.

Tannum Sands

Millennium Esplanade - replace existing playground February/ Quotations received, equipment ordered, awaiting arrival March 2011 of equipment then installation.

Tannum Sands

Canoe Point - New swings and spring rockers and node areas Quotations to be called in April/May for 2011/12 budget considerations

June 2011

Tannum Sands

Baade Park - Concept for new dog park Quotations for concept being sought for possible inclusion in the 2011/12 budget

June 2011

Gladstone

Webb Park - New park furniture installed Seeking quotations in third quarter for inclusion in 2011/12 budget

June 2011

Calliope

New Cemetery Concepts completed – Council endorses plan for commencement of first stage in 2011.

June 2011

Curtis Island New public amenities Quotations to be called in third quarter for possible inclusion in future budgetary years

June 2011

Gladstone

Kathleen Shanahan Park - Mitigation works & green space developed Concept for green space completed and costed Infrastructure Services to commence on mitigation works after wet season.

June 2011

Gladstone

Barney Point Park Replace fencing around tots playground

March 2011

* Estimated completion date only and subject to favourable weather conditions.

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Program helps people be assertive not angry Clinic Dates for March 2011 SERVICE

VENUE

DAYS

Australian Hearing Screening Clinic

Agnes Water

March 21

Child Health Nurse

Agnes Water

Wednesday and Thursday weekly

Baffle Creek

March 9

Agnes Water

Daily

Baffle Creek

March 9

Turkey Beach

March 1

Counselling Services

Agnes Water

Monday to Thursday Weekly

Dietitian

Agnes Water

March 8

Baffle Creek

March 18

Turkey Beach

March 1

Diversional Therapist

Agnes Water

Monday to Friday

Family Support Worker

Agnes Water

Monday to Friday

Podiatrist

Agnes Water

March 18

Miriam Vale

March 2

Agnes Water

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday weekly

Baffle Creek

March 3, 17 and 31

Miriam Vale

March 10 and 24

Agnes Water

Monday to Friday

Community Nurse

Physiotherapist

Seniors Nurse

Community Intra/Agency Meeting Wednesday, March 30, 2011 9.30am Please phone 4902 1100 for an appointment for these services

It is so easy to be reactive. You can get caught up in the moment and say or do things you don’t mean.

If this sounds familiar and you want to overcome such impulses, The Community Advisory Service (CAS) could hold the answer.

CAS will host a four-week program assisting people to deal with their issues of anger.

Titled Positive Directions Assertiveness Not Anger, being responsible for your emotions can mean being ‘response-able’, able to choose your own response.

The program is developed around awareness, acknowledgement of consequences and the development of ways and means to assist individuals in becoming ‘response-able’.

With a strength-based and educational approach this program assists in the development of personal empowerment while explaining the essentials in becoming emotionally pro-active.

The four-week program starts on Tuesday, March 15 from 6pm to 9pm with a $5/week cost to cover materials.

Bookings are essential as places are limited. Phone the Community Advisory Service on 4976 6300.

Step Up to a new you Are you ready for a lifestyle change and determined to make a difference to your weight? Then the Discovery Coast Community Health Service could have the answer.

Keen participants are encouraged to take part in a 16-week Health and Wellbeing Program, Step Up. The program held weekly is aimed at those wanting to lose extra kilos with benefits of feeling younger and attaining more energy to get the most out of life.

Cost is $2 to register and a gold coin weekly with support available for helping you reach your health goals.

Step Up sessions will start the week of February 21 on Tuesdays at Lowmead Hall from 11am to noon and Rosedale CWA Hall from 2pm to 3pm; Wednesdays at Turkey Beach Fire Shed from 9.30am to 10.30am and Miriam Vale Community Centre from 12.30pm to 1.30pm; and Thursdays at Baffle Creek Sport and Recreation from 11.30am to 12.30pm and Agnes Water Community Centre from 4pm to 5pm.

To register your interest or for more information phone Discovery Coast Community Health Service on 4902 1100.

Come and Try Croquet encourages migrants to be active Croquet is the next sport to host a free 'Come and Try' day under the Active Link for Migrants project on Saturday, April 2 from 2pm at the Gladstone Croquet Club.

Active Link for Migrants (an initiative of the Healthy Active Gladstone Region program) together with the Gladstone Croquet Club and Women's Intercultural Network have joined forces to promote the sport and encourage migrants to enjoy a healthy and social outing.

Gladstone Croquet Club President Val Watson said she was looking forward to hosting the afternoon.

"Many people don't know how to play croquet or have never tried it

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and this afternoon will give them a chance," Mrs Watson said.

Amarna sport and recreation consultants Director and Project Coordinator Lyndal Hansen said the Active Link for Migrants project aimed to link migrants to the diverse range of sporting and recreation activities the Gladstone Region had to offer.

“It will be a fun afternoon for the whole family," Ms Hansen said.

"I encourage all newcomers to town to come along and meet new people, try new activities and enjoy the outdoors."

For further information phone Lyndal Hansen on (07) 4978 1389 or email Lyndal@amarna.com.au

arts, culture & entertainment

artgalleryandmuseum Three Well Known Australians March 7 to March 26

Martin Shaw's painting Three Well Known Australians is not just an artwork, but also a social experiment.

For 25 years, people of all walks of life have seen the three iconic figures and named who they think are, or what they represent. Who do you think the figures are?

3 Well Known Australians, Martin Shaw, 1983.

Contemporary Miniatures March 19 to May 7

An exhibition of paintings from South Asia, dating from the past decade, exploring the dynamic visual language of miniature works, their meticulous application and their continued significance in contemporary art practice. Featuring miniature paintings, photography and sculpture selected from the Queensland Art Gallery collection. A Queensland Art Gallery Travelling Exhibition. Official opening 6pm March 18.

Holy matrix 2005, Saira Wasim, Pakistan b.1975 Gouache, silver and ink washes on artist board, 25.4 x 37.3cm, Collection: Queensland Art Gallery, purchased 2006.

100 Images for 100 Years: Katrina Elliott March 5 to March 18 Project initiated by local artist Katrina Elliott in honour of the International Women’s Day centenary. 100 images of 100 women of the Gladstone Region will be presented celebrating the great diversity and accomplishments of this community. Official opening 5.30pm March 8.

Katrina Elliott prepares her latest project for display. Image courtesy of the artist.

2011 Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum Society Golding Visual Arts Bursary With the generous support of Cyril Golding, the Gallery/ Museum Society Golding Bursary has increased to $1500 per annum for local students progressing to tertiary studies in the visual arts. In 2011, two Golding Bursaries have been awarded. Congratulations to Monto's Emily Giles and Gladstone's Jamie Partridge.

Society president Bruce Hunt spoke about the bursary opportunity for young people in the Port Curtis and Callide Valley areas. "It is very pleasing to be able to offer talented students the opportunity to develop a career based on their artistic talent," he said. "The Golding Bursaries have been awarded each year since 1996, and have been most successful in the development of local young artists."

Emily Giles will be studying for a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Fashion) at the Queensland University of Technology.

Jamie Partridge has enrolled to complete the Interactive Entertainment Degree at Brisbane's QANTM College.

Gladstone Region Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Funding round closes 4pm, Wednesday, March 30 The RADF Program, established in 1991, is a highly successful state and local government partnership that focuses on the development of quality art and arts practice and supports professional artists and arts practitioners living in regional Queensland. Application forms and guidelines are available from the Gallery/ Museum, Council offices and libraries and online at www.arts.qld.gov.au or phone 4976 6766 and forms can be posted.

The elected committee of the Gladstone Region RADF, chaired by Cr Gail Sellers, is ready to assist the community with their arts and cultural funding for the upcoming round.

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arts, culture & ente gladstoneregionlibraries Ancestry.com.au

All of the Gladstone Regional Libraries can now provide users with access to the amazing Ancestry.com.au.

A licence, negotiated by the State Library of Queensland, allows onsite access in every Queensland public library.

Ancestry.com.au is Australia’s leading family history website. It offers users access to 930 million searchable Australian and UK family history records.

This database will greatly assist library users in tracing their family history and provide a powerful resource for local historians.

Ancestry’s historical record collection reflects Australia’s multicultural heritage and enables users to explore their family’s history using Australian and international records, including the convict and free settler lists, electoral rolls, passenger lists, English, Welsh and Scottish censuses, birth, marriage and death records as well as user-contributed family trees.

Baby Bounce

Baby Bounce sessions are now held on the second and fourth Friday of each month (instead of once a month, as previously) in the Gladstone City Library Meeting Room.

Baby Bounce is a popular lap sit program including songs and rhymes for babies. Parents and their babies are warmly invited. Phone 4976 6400 for further details.

March sessions will be on Friday, March 11 and March 25.

Playgroup Day

On Playgroup Day, March 23, Gladstone Regional Libraries will hold Storytelling sessions as well as well as providing a fun craft activity for the hundreds of children who are expected to attend. Playgroup Queensland and Gladstone Region C4C are co-ordinating the morning of activities, 9.30am to 12.30pm, at the Plaza Playground, Bryan Jordan Drive, Gladstone. The theme is “Learning together through play on a farm day".

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A cyclone tracked east of Willis Island on a zigzag path over Lady Elliott then west to Gladstone devastating the town on Ash Wednesday.

The State Meteorological Bureau’s map showed the cyclone directly over the town at 1pm on March 2, 1949.

A worker at the Gladstone Meat Works said winds of 130 miles (209km) per hour made it impossible to yard any cattle so workers were sent home as were children and teachers from the local schools.

A resident in Central Lane, watching from her window, reported: “the wind was blowing a gale. The roof of the Convent rolled off like a cigarette paper, baths and hand basins then flew out of the rooms and the dunnies (toilets) were dancing around the backyard of the Convent before they blew to bits”.

The locals claimed “that God was Our Lady Star of the Sea a drinking man” as all the hotels survived with only minor damage.

School and Convent were demolished and On the other hand churches and the Church only suffered minor damage. Courtesy church buildings, with the exception of Our Lady Star of the Sea, were Gladstone Regional Art

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either destroyed or badly damaged.

The Presbyterian, (the oldest and only brick church) was completely destroyed, the Anglican St Saviour’s lost its roof, and St Matthew’s was wrecked. The St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Convent and Catholic School Church, corner Goondoon and were also completely devastated.

Bramston Streets.

The Gladstone Observer reported: “One man killed and others injured; crops were flattened, Auckland Point Jetty heavily damaged, buildings demolished and houses unroofed”.

There were numerous reports that due to strong winds seagulls were being blown 70 miles (113km) inland and Noddy Terns from Lady Musgrave Island were roosting in the trees in town.

Goondoon Street, between Roseberry Street and William Streets. Courtesy Vida Erbacher.

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entertainment centre Mayor's Flood Relief Ball

Gladstone Regional Council is continuing to show its support for victims of Queensland's devastating floods by planning a Mayor's Flood Relief Ball. Local band JAG will have the audience dancing the night away, while award winning comedian magician Matt Hollywood will combine impressive magic and illusions with hilarious comedy to create an evening to remember. Bring your wallets ready for the live auction, silent auction, raffles and more. The community has already shown tremendous support for the ball with GLNG joining Council in presenting the event and Zinc's popular announcer Rob Kidd volunteering as the host. All funds raised will be donated to the Premier's Flood Appeal, Variety Queensland Flood Appeal and the Central Queensland Flood Appeal.

Saturday, March 5, 6.30pm

Combined School Musical ‘HONK!’

Honk! is the story of Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbours. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along his rollicking and harrowing journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms. Supported by Hot FM, Sea FM, Southern Cross Ten and the Observer.

Monday, March 14 to Sunday, March 19

Cosentino

International illusionist Cosentino has already achieved what many performers have only ever dreamed of!

February 2010 saw Cosentino complete a dangerous underwater escape at Melbourne Aquarium, gaining him notoriety as the “Heir to Houdini”. In his own unique and award-winning style, Cosentino fuses traditional sleight of hand magic and grand illusions into novel and original presentations. He escapes the boundaries of the past and performs some of the most original and funky effects witnessed today. Supported by Hot FM, Sea FM, Southern Cross Ten and The Observer.

Tuesday, March 22, 7.30pm

Project X

It’s hot! It’s explosive! It’s non-stop thrills! Hang on tight for a night of high-energy dance, sweaty bodies and thumping music. Project X is funk tap, hip hop, acrobatics, live music, percussion and beatboxing all rolled into one. RAW Dance infuses tap dance with other genres and an urban style that’s sexy, exciting, and full of surprises. All to the fabulous live music from funk to techno to Latin, a spectacular symphony of pots, pans, bins and kettles, and the amazing sounds of beatboxer "Dr Rhythm".

RAW Dance will also be providing a FREE workshop for all ticket holders in the Basement Playhouse at 4pm.

Supported by Hot FM, Southern Cross Ten and The Observer.

Tuesday, March 29, 7pm

JIMEOIN – Something Smells Funny

There is a hilarious aroma in the air...it’s Jimeoin’s new show ‘Something........Smells Funny’ Join him as he effortlessly makes you breathe in his witty brand of charming humour.......you will leave with the unforgettable stench of happiness.

"A Comic Masterpiece" Daily Mail UK "As sharp as they come...

Stand up is rarely so appealing" London Evening Standard “Has his victims doubled up in agonising laughter” The Herald, Edinburgh Fringe Festival NOTE: Age restrictions of 15 years and over apply. Parental guidance is recommended.

Wednesday, March 30, 7.30pm

Dinner & Show Package

Patrons can choose to dine at CBD - Rydges Gladstone, Library Square Brasserie, or Scotties Bar and Restaurant prior to the show from just $25 per person for a two course meal.

To secure your tickets to any of these shows, head to the Gladstone Entertainment Centre website at www.gladstone.qld.gov. au/gec or phone the box office on 4972 2822 between 8.30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.

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Contacting Council Main Phone: 4970 0700 Main Fax: 4975 8500 Gladstone Office

101 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Qld 4680 PO Box 29, Gladstone DC Qld 4680 Email: info@gladstonerc.qld.gov.au

Calliope Office

5 Don Cameron Drive, Calliope Qld 4680 PO Box 29, Gladstone DC Qld 4680 Email: info@gladstonerc.qld.gov.au

Miriam Vale Office

36 Roe Street, Miriam Vale Qld 4677 PO Box 29, Gladstone DC Qld 4680 Email: info@gladstonerc.qld.gov.au Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum Cnr Goondoon & Bramston Sts Gladstone Qld 4680 Telephone: (07) 4976 6766 Gladstone Entertainment Centre 58 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Qld 4680 Telephone: (07) 4972 2822 Community Advisory Service 142 Goondoon St, Gladstone Qld 4680 Telephone: (07) 4976 6300 Discovery Coast Community Health Service Rafting Ground Road, Agnes Water 4677 Telephone: (07) 4902 1100 Discovery Coast Community Care 36 Roe Street, Miriam Vale 4677 Telephone: (07) 4974 6288 Tondoon Botanic Gardens Glenlyon Road, Gladstone Qld 4680 Telephone: (07) 4971 4444 Boyne Tannum Community Centre & Library Cnr Wyndham and Hayes Ave, Boyne Island Qld 4680 Telephone: (07) 4973 7723 Mt Larcom Rural Transaction Centre/ Library 47 Raglan St, Mount Larcom Qld 4695 Telephone: (07) 4975 1205 Gladstone Aquatic Centre 60 Tank Street, Gladstone Qld 4680 Telephone: (07) 4972 6822 Calliope Pool Stirrat Street, Phone: (07) 4975 6455 Mount Larcom Pool Narrows Road, Phone: (07) 4975 1185 Agnes Water Rural Transaction Centre 3 Captain Cook Drive, Agnes Water Qld 4677 Telephone: (07) 4902 1515 Agnes Water Library 3 Captain Cook Drive, Agnes Water Qld 4677 Telephone (07) 4902 1501 Gladstone City Library 39 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Qld 4680 Telephone: (07) 4976 6400 Calliope Library 5 Don Cameron Drive, Calliope Qld 4680 Telephone: (07) 4975 8105 Miriam Vale Library 34 Roe Street, Miriam Vale Qld 4677 Telephone: (07) 4974 6241

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What’s On

Council’s Community Calendar Event Description

Every Story Time Wednesday

Story Time and Crafts for children aged zero to five years is held at Gladstone City Library every Wednesday from 11am to 11.30am. No bookings required.

Every Friday

Story Time

Story Time and Crafts for children aged zero to five years is held at Boyne Island City Library every Friday from 10.30am to 11.30am. No bookings required.

Every Monday to Friday

Happy Hour

Old age pensioners (over 60s) are invited to attend Happy Hour at Gladstone Aquatic Centre for free access to the pool between 8.00am and 9.00am.

Phone 4972 6822 for more information.

March 1 & 15

General Council Meeting

Community members are welcome to attend Council’s General Meetings held at the Gladstone Administration Centre, 101 Goondoon Street, Gladstone from 9am.

March 19

Councillor Between 9am and 12noon, Councillors will be on Community hand to discuss any issues, topics or concerns that Awareness Sessions residents may have at Stockland Gladstone.

March

Library Square Performances

Don’t miss the free live musical performances on every Friday and Saturday night between 6.00pm and 8.00pm at Library Square, Goondoon Street. Phone 4972 2822 for more information on how you can perform at the square.

March 5

Mayors Flood Relief Ball

Mayors Flood Relief Ball presented by the Gladstone Regional Council in partnership with GLNG. Gladstone Entertainment Centre Saturday March 5, tickets $100 with a great night of entertainment and auctions planned. For more information phone The Gladstone Entertainment Centre on (07) 49722 822.

March 6

Clean Up Australia Day

Communities, schools and businesses are being encouraged to organise a Clean Up Site and get friends and family to participate. Register now at cleanup.org. au or phone 1800 CUA DAY

March

Gladstone Aquatic Centre

Come and join in the fun and learn to swim will fully qualified instructors at the Gladstone Aquatic Centre.

Bookings are essential contact administration on (07) 4972 6822.

April 7

Welcome to Gladstone Morning Tea

The next welcome to Gladstone morning tea is scheduled to be held on Thursday April 7 at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens Visitor Information Centre from 10am to noon.

Council numbers and information After hours emergency number 4979 1134.

Residents who incur STD call rates in contacting Council, can phone 1300 733 343 at a cost of local call rates.

Correspondence Residents are asked to direct all correspondence to the Chief Executive Officer, PO Box 29, Gladstone Qld 4680.

Customer service Council is committed to providing you with timely, efficient and consistent service. Our customer service charter details the service standards that Council aims to meet. The charter

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can be accessed from Council’s website.

Council meetings Council meetings are held every first and third Tuesday of the month from 9am at the Gladstone Council Chambers, 101 Goondoon Street, Gladstone. A list of agenda items is available from Council’s website from 5pm the Friday prior to each meeting. Meeting minutes are also available from the website.

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