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With the start of the cat breeding season, Sunshine Coast Council is calling on all cat owners to make sure their cats are contained to their properties. Council’s coordinator of response services Tanya Esser said there had been a substantial increase in the number of cats impounded recently. “In one week during August we had 19 cats come to the pound and, alarmingly, two were pregnant and only two had microchips and were able to be reunited with their owners,” Ms Esser said. “Unfortunately at this time of year we often receive cats at the pound that are carrying litters and, had they not been taken to the pound, they have the potential to become feral and have a significant impact on native wildlife.” Community programs portfolio councillor Jenny McKay said it was imperative for cat owners to do the right thing. “When a cat becomes part of your family you become responsible for its health, welfare and the impact it has on your surrounding community,” Cr McKay said. “I urge all cat owners to ensure their cats are
Peachester QCWA News Contributed by Helen Page Peachester QCWA members were pleased with the successful village markets at Peachester Community Hall last Saturday. It was good to
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registered, microchipped and contained on their properties.” Your cat is your responsibility. Responsible cat ownership means registering your cat with council each year, making sure your cat is microchipped and keeping your cat contained at all times. Lifetime cat registration is available for only $81 for cats that have been de-sexed and microchipped. Microchipping your cat is the best way to ensure it can be returned to you if it is found roaming. Council officers who collect a wandering cat will do their best to return it home in the first instance but too many cats are not microchipped and this often means they have to go to the pound to wait for their owner. While de-sexing your cat is not compulsory, it will help to reduce unwanted litters. Cats are not allowed to roam off your property, so this may mean you need to adjust your fencing or build a cat enclosure if you want your cat to exercise outside. If your cat is found wandering from your property you may receive a fine of $266. If your cat is impounded you may face an impound fee of $252 as well as daily care and sustenance fees. welcome new stall holders and we look forward to seeing them again in November. Winners of our Father’s Day raffle were first Matthew Boardman, second Joan Kropp, third Ashleigh Birch and fourth Lyn Madden. Thanks for the raffle prizes donated by All in One Fitness (three month membership voucher), Coochin Creek Fruitgrowers Co-op (garden products), Beerwah Discount Tyres & Batteries (vouchers) and the Birch family (money tree). Dates for your diary - coming events hosted by Peachester branch QCWA are bingo and morning tea at Peachester Hall, Wednesday, October 16 and the next market, Saturday, November 23. More details on our Facebook page Peachester CWA Queensland, or ring secretary Fiona on 0424 112 916.
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A free workshop for local community members to explore project planning will be held on Friday, September 13 from 9am–12noon at Landsborough School of Arts Memorial Hall. Community development worker Natasha Odgers said it would be a fun and interactive workshop based on a community development approach. “No prior knowledge or membership of a group is needed. Whether you have a project idea to be seeded, a project on the go, want to reflect on a past project or have no project in mind yet, this workshop is for everyone,” Natasha said. The workshop will provide benefits for individuals, community groups, sports groups, churches, schools, charities or work places. No matter how small or large the project, the engaging strategies included in the workshop will help you create projects that are worth it for everyone. Bookings are required for catering purposes by September 11. Register your attendance at info@celebrategc.com.au. For enquiries phone 0418 720 515.
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