Regional communities to receive additional paramedics revealed as first cohort begins induction: Park
It will see 125 additional paramedics arriving in regional, rural and remote communities by the middle of this year ... These new paramedics will join a cohort of more than 6,700 NSW Ambulance staff who share a commitment to excellence in serving their communities across NSW.
Pilot Men’s Behaviour Change program to begin in Katherine: Worden
The new $2.41 million program will run for three years, and deliver tailored services to men to educate them about what drives their abusive behaviour, including how the use of alcohol and drugs contributes to their behaviour, with a service provider expected to be appointed by July. This program will hold men to account and keep women and children safe as the main priority.
Me, my horse, my dog — on the Ride for Hope
A woman, a horse and a curious kelpie are on a 900km journey together... Rachel Hill said she couldn’t do the ride from Sydney to Brisbane without her horse, Chase or Cricket the dog ... Her Ride for Hope was sparked by the suicide of her partner – a former jockey.
How to be part of ‘best ever’ turtle event
One simple idea and a whole lot of passion has created a legacy that’s removed more than 250,000 pieces of litter from Sunshine Coast beaches at a critical time during turtle nesting season ... The community is invited to come together to tidy up their local beach as part of the 10th anniversary of the annual Clean Up For The Hatchlings event...
Drones deployed as mosquito season hits full swing
Council is trialling drone technology to treat mosquito populations as the insect’s breeding season takes full effect after recent heavy rain. It is also calling on the community to help reduce the impact of mosquitoes through a range of simple, protective measures in the home.
Mayor seeks to invite royals
King Charles III and Queen Camilla as guests of this year’s Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers? That is the aim of Toowoomba Region Mayor Geoff McDonald. The King and Queen have announced that they will be visiting Australia during the spring of 2024, in what will mark their first visit to our country since Charles became Monarch.
Accessible Abrolhos infrastructure opens new world of possibilities: DBCA
Join wheelchair user Chris Kerr as she samples new disability-friendly infrastructure and equipment at Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park. You can't help but delight in her wonder and excitement as she's able to don mask and snorkel and descend into a magical underwater world at the Abrolhos for the first time.
Watching grass dry can keep you safe
The CFA is calling on Victorians to become ‘citizen scientists’ to help contribute critical information about the state’s fire risk. The 2023-24 fire season is expected to be hotter and drier than recent years and grassland curing observers play a vital role in collecting ground information.
Feeling the love for Colin
Serena Kirby. A capacity crowd turned out at Rockcliffe Winery last weekend for a memorial concert for respected local musician Colin Reeves ... “Colin and I played music together for around 40 years and he had a real passion for classical guitar,"Colin's brother Michael said ... Michael’s son, Sam Reeves, is following in his uncle’s footsteps and is lead guitarist for Night Train who played at the tribute concert.
Parking, staff shortages make for holiday blues
Patricia Gill. A café proprietor says Denmark is having ‘growing pains’ and an acceptance is needed that the town is now ‘on the map’, particularly over peak holiday periods. Mrs Jones Café proprietor Sam Jackson is among other accommodation and food-provider businesses which have been under the pump over Christmas and New Year. “Things will change whether we like it or not,” Sam said.
Denmark, home of the lonely
Patricia Gill. A Denmark Community Foundation-commissioned report on social isolation has found that Denmark has more people living alone than the rest of WA. Economist Juliet Grist of Rural and Regional Economic Solutions undertook desktop research and case study analysis of social isolation in Denmark.
Review – Ships, Shops and Sheep – The Remarkable Life of Paul Simons
This is the very personal life-story of a charismatic Welsh seaman who moved to Australia for love and once there became a captain of industry. The work is ‘as told to’ by Paul Simons to the writer Terry Larder and contains many anecdotes that illuminate aspects of life in wartime Britain and in postwar Australia ... Most of the book is concerned with Paul's life and career, enlivened with some quite racy anecdotes and more serious reflections on the way of the world. Paul has a sense of humour but also a strong moral sense.
Community, culture and the spirit of Christmas
A Saturday afternoon party, nothing out of the ordinary . . . except it was. The first of its kind in Donald, a community Christmas party – all welcome, bring a plate.
BCG”ˆlaunches “Over the Fence” – an insight to family farming
“Finally, it’s important to remember that no amount of money will suffice for time spent with your family. When you need a holiday take it; the farm isn't going anywhere. You won’t remember the extra kilometre of fence you got up, but you will remember the time spent camping with your kids.” – Adrian Coatsworth, Wycheproof.
Sunny days are ahead, indeed!
And this is not simply some tall tale. It is, in fact, actually a tall flower. The Red Gate Community Garden in Donald is attempting to outshine the summer skies with a sun of their own, this year.
Competition winners add to magic of Christmas
The results are in for the Tennant Creek Christmas Lights Competition, and it was a tough night for the judges from the Barkly Regional Council. There were so many amazing and spectacular entries, which made the decision-making process incredibly challenging.
Girl Guides have Christmas all wrapped up
During the Christmas season, everyone loves unwrapping presents, but not everyone enjoys wrapping them. However, if you are one of those people who dislikes wrapping gifts, you’re in luck! The Tennant Creek Girl Guides have a solution for you.
Horse, goats, children, baby ‘Jesus’
Stage right – a horse pops its head in. Stage left - baby goats await for their cue. On stage, a real baby sleeps in ‘Mary’s’ arms. ‘Joseph’ looks slightly perplexed. Bales of hay are propped.
Welcome to Maldon Community Pantry – open Christmas Eve
After little more than a month since opening, the Maldon Pantry is the go-to place in town. A collaborative project between Maldon Trinity Anglican Church and Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, the Maldon Pantry provides a variety of food items, including staples and treats, free of charge.
Historic Monbulla Hall and School site to go under the hammer in the name of charity
In 1894 the Monbulla School was opened 7km West of Penola on Clay Wells Rd ... Monbulla Hall was built as an addition to the site in the 1950s and would become the primary meeting place for the Monbulla community.
Charity triples school meal service through charity partnerships
Di Ind. A Mount Gambier-based charity providing meals to schoolchildren has tripled their service over the last few months, with the help of fellow charities and organisations. Twenty-five schools across the Limestone Coast have now signed up for the Spare Ya Change 4 Kids (SYC4K) service, an increase from six schools at the beginning of 2023.
Slow but steady economic growth for Toowoomba Region
The Toowoomba Region’s diverse economy and a steady population increase over the past five years have been the major contributors to the region’s steady economic growth, according to data contained in a report prepared for Toowoomba Regional Council.
