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Council continues cuttlefish protection push

The Editor - 11 March 2022

Council continues to support a submission for their key breeding ground – named the Cuttlefish Coast Sanctuary Zone – to be placed on the National Heritage List under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Council continues to support a submission for their key breeding ground – named the Cuttlefish Coast Sanctuary Zone – to be placed on the National Heritage List under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.

Retailers rally around recycling points

The Editor - 11 March 2022

Woolworths are the latest supermarket chain to partner with with Ecobatt and MobileMuster to provide recycling points in Geraldton. Local Rigters IGA stores have been facilitating similar programs for quite some time.

Gold for Cuttlefish Craig!

The Editor - 9 March 2022

In commenting on the Whyalla City Council’s Gold Award win, the judges said that the sculpture was a functional piece that also honoured a spectacular local marine species and had been designed with accessibility in mind, making it a winning combination.

Climate change impact report remains confidential

Clarence Valley Independent - 9 March 2022

Geoff Helisma. “The [Climate Change Impact Assessment] CCIA is confidential science that needs to be articulated through the development of strategies, planning and reports that will inform business, community and other LGAs” : Acting GM Laura Black ... "We have to take climate change adaptation far more seriously ... In my view, this [CCIA] report should be in the public domain; it’s a matter that should be open to public scrutiny”: Mayor Ian Tiley.

Do not place asbestos in rubbish piles: Lismore City Council

The Editor - 8 March 2022

Please DO NOT handle or place any asbestos in rubbish piles for collection. Asbestos can only be removed by a licenced contractor. Hazardous wastes will eventually be included in the overall disaster clean-up work.

Council endorses Mount Morgan pipeline

The Editor - 8 March 2022

“We know the people of Mount Morgan have been wanting a pipeline for a long time, but we can’t just go out and build a pipeline; unfortunately it’s not that easy" : Mayor Williams ... “It will be one year this month since the Mount Morgan community have been in Level 6 (emergency supply) restrictions. During this time, we have continued to cart water from Gracemere to Mount Morgan, which has cost Council around $4.5 million so far" : Cr Kirkland.

Mining mum ready to take reins of Cape York’s biggest employer

Matt Nicholls, Cape York Weekly - 8 March 2022

Shona Markham already had a busy life in northern Tasmania, but the pace is likely to quicken in 2022 as she takes the reins of Rio Tinto’s Weipa operations ... Despite her experience with Rio Tinto and previous leadership roles, the Weipa general manager position is a job like no other on the company’s books.

Library open to all

Michael Waite, Naracoorte Community News - 3 March 2022

Gabrielle Duykers. Members of the public can now step foot inside the Naracoorte library following the opening of its doors last week. The $2.38 million library, located at 93 Smith Street, has seen the former Naracoorte Herald building transform into a much-needed central community space.

Phone tower’s mixed reception

Michael Waite, Naracoorte Community News - 3 March 2022

Gabrielle Duykers. The unveiling of a long-awaited phone tower in Keilira last week should have seen the community celebrating, but some residents remain concerned about a lack of coverage ... "There has been concern from the community, particularly those that were affected by the fire, that their coverage hadn't really improved all that much or they're not getting any coverage at all”: Kay Rasheed, Kingston DC Mayor.

Rain revives storm fears

Narrandera Argus - 3 March 2022

Storms which hit Narrandera in January remain vivid in the minds of locals, with flooding still the hot topic of conversation among many who had a first hand experience of the storm disaster ... residents talked about the same things happening back in 2012 and said nothing had changed.

Lismore, Nimbin water and sewage services affected by flood

The Editor - 2 March 2022

The current flooding in Lismore and Nimbin, and associated power outages, have affected Council’s water supply and sewage systems. Residents are asked to conserve water as much as possible as we are currently unable to replenish water reservoirs. Nimbin has approx. 24 hours of water supply left based on normal usage rates and residents are asked to conserve water.

Floods: Water supply cut at Broadwater, Rileys Hill

Susanna Freymark, indyNR.com - 2 March 2022

The current flooding across the Richmond Valley, and associated power outages, have affected Richmond Valley Council’s water supply at Broadwater and Rileys Hill. The council’s water-sewer team is working hard to find the break affecting the water supply.

Outdoor water use banned across the Tweed – extreme weather affects water supply

The Editor - 1 March 2022

Manager Water and Wastewater Operations Brie Jowett said the extreme weather had washed soil and debris into creeks and rivers that flow into Council’s water treatment plants and caused power outages at the plants and several water pump stations ... Council has been tankering water into Uki but flooding and no road access is preventing deliveries.

Gas drilling in Gulf?

Matt Nicholls, Cape York Weekly - 1 March 2022

A patch of underwater land in the Gulf of Carpentaria could hold several trillion cubic feet of natural gas or hundreds of millions of barrels of oil – at least that’s what a company with the rights to drill it for exploration is saying.

South West Craft Beer Festival, 5 March 2022

The Editor - 28 February 2022

Beer lovers will rejoice at the incredible range of 175+ brews to try from 25 craft breweries and cideries such as Rocky Ridge, Colonial, Eagle Bay, Boston and Brewhouse Margaret River, including some crazy, delicious, mind boggling special and new release brews showcased by each brewer at their bar.

Cost of Shannon Creek gabion dam repairs triple

Clarence Valley Independent - 23 February 2022

Geoff Helisma. The cost of vital repairs to the rock gabion dam at the foot of the Shannon Creek Dam spillway has blown out from the awarded $1.145 million (ex GST) contract to a “foreshadowed variation” budget of “between $3.16 million and $4.13 million”.

TSRA gives up control of Native Title in the Strait

Matt Nicholls, Cape York Weekly - 22 February 2022

Traditional Owners and Prescribed Body Corporates will take control in delivering all Native Title services in the Torres Strait from July 1 when Gur A Baradharaw Kod Torres Strait Sea and Land Council (GBK) is recognised as the Native Title service provider. The Torres Strait Regional Authority will cease being the Native Title Representative Body and stop providing Native Title services on June 30. Minister for Indigenous Australians Ken Wyatt said it was the right time to transfer Native Title services.

Rockhampton Airport gives a ‘Bonza’ welcome to the new airline

The Editor - 21 February 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council has recently announced an historic partnership with Australian low cost carrier Bonza Airline and has welcomed Bonza’s Chief Commercial Officer to the region to celebrate the milestone ... “The benefits of Bonza offering budget flights to currently unserviced routes, is going to benefit many sectors of our community”: Mayor Tony Williams.

Council supports landowners with their weed control efforts

The Editor - 21 February 2022

The South Burnett Regional Council is urging landowners to take advantage of the range of equipment available to assist in their weed control efforts ... Providing weed control equipment to landowners forms part of the South Burnett Regional Council commitment in building a stronger Weed Biosecurity System that protects our agricultural industries, environment and communities.

Cuttlefish Craig up for a national award

The Editor - 21 February 2022

An unusual sculpture that pays homage to Whyalla’s giant cuttlefish has been named as one of the best public art experiences in the nation. The ‘Accessible Cuttlefish Throne’ at the Whyalla jetty has been shortlisted for the 2021 Australian Street Art Awards’ Best Landmark Sculpture gong.

Lifeguard shortage to impact final weeks of outdoor pool season

Tarrangower Times - 18 February 2022

“Unfortunately there’s a lack of available trained lifeguards in the region, which is also reflected in the wider aquatic and recreation industry at the moment": Karen Evennett, Mount Alexander Shire Council.

Talking Water – Kwatye Angkeme: A campaign to address Alice Springs’ water future

The Editor - 17 February 2022

Tracy Jones, Desert Knowledge Australia. A group of local organisations and independent parties have joined forces in Alice Springs, NT, with the support of the Northern Territory Government, to address the town’s water future. The Talking Water Collective delivered a short, intense campaign during October-November 2021 to prompt awareness and build stewardship around the town’s water security, sharing key facts about water resources and consumption, and contributing to the NT's Strategic Water Plan.

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