Issue 41 - February - March 2015
Issue
- March
2015
Issue41
41- -February
February
- March
2015
Representing the communities of: Albany Creek, Brendale, Eatons Hill, Strathpine (west), Warner (south) and parts of Cashmere
Representing the communities of: Albany Creek, Brendale, Eatons Hill, Strathpine (west), Warner (south) and parts of Cashmere
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andlook
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workingtogether
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community.
towards providing for our community.
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resolve
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issues.
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allthe
thevolunteers
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all
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andI I
gearing up for season 2015
wish
them
all
well
and
congratulate
wish them all well and congratulate
themfor
forparticipating
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them
important
part
of
our
community
important part of our community
wellbeing.
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be congratulated
congratulated
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Council held its annual Australia Day Awards on Saturday, 24 January 2015.
Council held its annual Australia Day Awards on Saturday, 24 January 2015.
This year there were 44 nominees identified by the community for their tireless
This year there were 44 nominees identified by the community for their tireless
and appreciated service to the Moreton Bay
and appreciated service to the Moreton Bay
Region. I am pleased to congratulate every
Region. I am pleased to congratulate every
nominee and the following award winners who
nominee and the following award winners who
make the Moreton Bay Region a great place to
make the Moreton Bay Region a great place to
live, work and play.
live, work and play.
Citizen of the Year: Tony Moroney, Woodford
 Citizen
of the Year: Tony Moroney, Woodford

Young Citizen of the Year: Hannah Granger, Beachmere
 Young Citizen of the Year: Hannah Granger, Beachmere
Sportsperson of the Year: Damien O’Flaherty, Kobble Creek
 Sportsperson
of the Year: Damien O’Flaherty, Kobble Creek

Young Sportsperson of the Year: Lakeisha Patterson, Caboolture
 Young Sportsperson of the Year: Lakeisha Patterson, Caboolture
Cultural Award: Uncle Eric Beutel OAM, Caboolture
 Cultural
Award: Uncle Eric Beutel OAM, Caboolture
Community Event Award:
 Community
Event Award:
Dayboro Mens Shed
Dayboro Mens Shed
Environmental Award:
 Environmental
Award:
Tegan Lather, Bongaree
Tegan Lather, Bongaree
Areyou
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newresident
residentto
tothe
theMoreton
MoretonBay
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Regionor
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likemore
moreinformation
informationon
oncouncil
councilservices
servicesand
andfacilities?
facilities?
you
Council's website (www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au) has a broad range of information
Council's website (www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au) has a broad range of information
about council services and facilities, just search “New Residents”. A hard copy of
about council services and facilities, just search “New Residents”. A hard copy of
the new resident kit is available for residents without internet access and can be
the new resident kit is available for residents without internet access and can be
picked up at any Customer Service Centre. The kits can also be posted out by
picked up at any Customer Service Centre. The kits can also be posted out by
phoning Council on 3205 0555.
phoning Council on 3205 0555.
Roll up
up your
your sleeves
sleeves and
and give
give blood
blood
Roll
Giving blood is a simple and very rewarding experience. It only takes about
Giving blood is a simple and very rewarding experience. It only takes about
an hour. Modern processing techniques mean that a single blood donation,
an hour. Modern processing techniques mean that a single blood donation,
when separated into its components, can help at least 3 different patients and
when separated into its components, can help at least 3 different patients and
contribute to making up to 22 different products (including potentially life-saving
contribute to making up to 22 different products (including potentially life-saving
immunisations for chicken pox, hepatitis B and tetanus).
immunisations for chicken pox, hepatitis B and tetanus).
The state-of-the-art $1.5 million facility in Strathpine collects whole blood and
The state-of-the-art $1.5 million facility in Strathpine collects whole blood and
plasma and will also have the ability to collect platelets in the future. Ready to
plasma and will also have the ability to collect platelets in the future. Ready to
donate or want more information? Call 131 495 today.
donate or want more information? Call 131 495 today.
Did you know that within 24-48 hours of
Did you know that within 24-48 hours of
giving blood, your blood volume is
giving blood, your blood volume is
completely restored.
completely restored.
Mike
Mike Charlton
Charlton
“Your
local
independent
“Your local independent Councillor”
Councillor”
Moreton
MoretonBay
BayRegional
Regional Council
Council
DIVISIONAL WORKS UPDATE
Ghost Gum Park Improvements, Albany Creek This
project includes the demolition of some park elements and
installation of new playground equipment, softfall and
concrete pathways. Work is expected to commence early
February 2015.
Footpath Construction, Leitchs Road, Brendale
The project includes footpath construction to improve
pedestrian safety and access in the area. Works are
expected to be completed in February 2015.
James Cash Park Playground Renewal, Eatons Hill
This project involves the removal of one non-conforming
element of old playground equipment and a new piece of
equipment will be installed and linked to the new
playground with softfall. Work is expected to commence
in March 2015.
John Leitch Memorial Park Upgrade, Albany Creek
The purpose of this project is to provide "sensory gardens"
for disabled visitors. Work is expected to commence in
February 2015.
HT Ireland Reserve Playground Renewal, Eatons Hill
The scope includes renewal of existing playground
equipment, softfall and renewal of two picnic shelters.
Work is expected to commence in February 2015.
Sargent Reserve Dog Off-leash Area Extension The
scope of works includes the extension of the existing dog
off-leash area and installation of an airlock gate system.
The project's objective is to improve the size of the dog offleash area. Work is expected to commence March 2015.
Yellow Button Reserve Footpath Warner (Kremzow Rd)
The project will provide a link from Brisbane Road to
Yellow Button Close. The scope of works includes the
construction of a 2.5m wide concrete pathway providing an
important link for pedestrian to the Shopping centre on Ira
Buckby Road. Work to commence in February 2015.
Kremzow Road, Warner Road Upgrade
Scope includes 2600m section of Kremzow Rd, from Old
North Rd to Lilley Rd and includes full road reconstruction
and widening/sealing of road shoulders, associated culvert
improvements and widening, the construction of new
outlets to drains/floodways, and removal of roadside
hazards. The project also includes minor road realignment
and delineation improvements such as edge line marking
and will require the removal of some vegetation (kept to a
minimum) with compensatory tree planting to be
undertaken. A fauna spotter/catcher will be onsite during
work. Work is expected to commence in March 2015.
To report a matter or to request assistance
from Moreton Bay Regional Council
contact our great team in Customer
Service on 3205 0555 (8:30am to 5pm) or
email [email protected]
Council’s call centre operates 24/7 and will
divert to an after-hours call centre outside
business hours.
Mosquito season is here!
The continual high humidity, temperatures and
consistent storms and showers have provided
ideal conditions for the freshwater and container breeding
mosquitoes to explode in number.
These mosquitoes are breeding in anything that is accumulating
water on private properties and inaccessible areas of reserves.
Council worked hard over the Christmas break to manage the
mosquito numbers including hand treating water accumulating in
parks and reserves as well as conducting ultra low volume
spraying, fogging and barrier treatments through the parks and
reserves of the region as well as aerial treatments to help
reduce adult numbers.
Whilst Council will continue these treatments, it is recommended
that you use repellent and consistently check your yard for
anything that is accumulating water as the numbers will remain
high until there is a change in the weather.
One of my fellow Councillors recently saw this home-made
mosquito trap on Facebook and I have included it here if you
would like to give it a go.
HOMEMADE MOSQUITO TRAP
Items needed:
1 cup of water
1/4 cup of brown sugar
1 gram of yeast
1 or 2-litre bottle
How:
1. Cut the plastic bottle in half.
2. Mix brown sugar with hot water. Let
cool. When cold, pour in the bottom half of the bottle.
3. Add the yeast. No need to mix. It creates carbon dioxide,
which attracts mosquitoes.
4. Place the funnel part, upside down, into the other half of the
bottle, taping them together if desired.
5. Wrap the bottle with something black, leaving the top
uncovered, and place it outside in an area away from your
normal gathering area. (Mosquitoes are also drawn to the
colour black.) Change the solution every two weeks for
continuous control.
If you would like to discuss any issue with me, please give me a call or send me an
If you would
to discuss
any
with
me, please
give me
a call or send me
email. like
I’m always
happy
toissue
receive
feedback
and article
suggetions.
an email. I’m always happy to receive feedback and article suggestions.
Office: 3480 6869
Office: 3480 6869
Mobile: 0417 757 751
Mobile: 0417 757 751
e-mail: [email protected]
Mayoral Prayer Breakfast
Friday, 6 March 2015; 6:45am to 8:30am;
Norths Leagues & Services Club, Anzac Ave, Kallangur
Guest Speaker: Ralph Shannon
A long standing member of the FGBMFI
and guest speaker at a number of Mayoral
Breakfasts throughout the State, Ralph
has spent much of the past 30 years in
leadership positions and as a consultant to
the beef and dairy industries in Australia.
Tickets are limited. To purchase tickets please call
3205 0555 or visit
www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/prayerbreakfast
Adventure 2015
Reclaim your weekend!
Adventure women & Adrenaline men is now the new
‘Adventure’ program. ‘Adventure’ aims to challenge and
provide new opportunities in fitness, sport and recreation
for adults and link them with local clubs and
organisations. Activities are designed for both men and
women of all fitness levels and abilities unless otherwise
stated.
New in 2015 -12 Week Women’s Fitness Programs.
The classes include yoga, group fitness, cross training,
tai chi and aqua aerobics.
Bookings open at 9am on Tuesday, February 17.
Ph 3205 0555. A full schedule of activities and program
details can be found at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/
adventure.
e-mail: [email protected]
Ride on with free bike workshops
Learn how to keep your bike in tip-top condition with Moreton Bay
Regional Council’s free cycle workshops. The workshops are ideal for
both new riders and experienced cyclists who wanted to refresh their bike
maintenance and repair skills. All tools required for the two-hour
workshops are provided.
The workshops are run by Bike On Australia from January to March at:


Strathpine State School, Don Court, Strathpine – Saturday 14 March at
10am-12noon & 1pm-3pm
Southpine Sports Complex, 620 South Pine Road, Brendale – Saturday
21 March at 10am-12noon & 1pm-3pm
To register for a bike workshop visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/events,
email [email protected] or call council on
3205 0555.
Clean Up Australia Day 2015
Celebrate Australia’s 25th national Clean Up campaign by registering a site and
organising your family and friends on Sunday 1 May. The business clean up day
is Tuesday 24 February and the schools clean up day will be on Friday 27
February.
Queensland needs some help from the community to get the message out there
so now is the time to begin organising your army of volunteers and register your
site online at www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/register. Council will contact all site
coordinators and assist with resources and waste recycling collection on the day.
Plan to have a cuppa and biscuit or sausage sizzle after as Council provides $3 a
head towards catering costs.
For more information, contact Council on 3205 0555.
including one of Australia’s largest
Bunnings, Queensland’s first
Costco and major distribution
centres for Super Retail Group and
Aldi.
The past 12 months has seen the
Moreton Bay Region cement its
reputation as a great place to invest
and conduct business.
Areas such as Brendale, Narangba
Industrial Estate and North Lakes
Town Centre and Business Park are
continuing to expand and are already
home to hundreds of businesses
New and continued investment in
the Moreton Bay Region means
employment opportunities both
during construction and upon
completion, helping to stimulate
the local economy and provide job
opportunities for local residents.
This year will see projects such as
the multi-million dollar Primewest
retail complex at North Lakes get
underway and the continued
construction of the $1.15 billion
Moreton Bay Rail Link, connecting
the Moreton Bay Region with more
than 12.6km of rail track and six new
dedicated stations from Petrie to
Kippa-Ring.
As one of the country’s fastestgrowing regions, Moreton Bay
Regional Council will continue to
work hard to attract investment that
benefits our community.
Moreton
Bay
Region
Cultural
Moreton
Bay
Region
CulturalHeart
Heart
1 - 3 MAY 2015
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Aussie country music legends Lee Kernaghan and
Beccy Cole are among the first artists confirmed for
the 12th annual Urban Country Music Festival to be held
from 1 to 3 May 2015.
Adding additional flavour to the event in 2015 will be the
inclusion of indie rock outfits British India and Augie
March.
This is the first time the festival will fuse urban, country
and indie music with more than 100 local and
international acts playing across six stages over three
massive days.
LEE KERNAGHAN
BECCY COLE • AUGIE MARCH
BRITISH INDIA • JETTY ROAD • SIMPLY BUSHED • THE BEARDS
8 BALL AITKEN • LIAM BREW • CARL WOCKNER • CHRISTIE LAMB
Council’s
Community
Grants
Program
providesfunding
funding
Council’s
Community
Grants
Program
provides
opportunities for individuals and community organisations
opportunities for individuals and community organisations
to positively contribute to community wellbeing and the
to positively contribute to community wellbeing and the
cultural life of the Moreton Bay Region.
cultural life of the Moreton Bay Region.
The next round of funding opens on February 1 and closes
The next round of funding opens on February 1 and closes
on March 31 for projects beginning in July.
on March 31 for projects beginning in July.
Find out how a community grant can make your project a
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grant can
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workshops being
run throughout
region
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February.
February.
For more information, workshop times and locations visit
Forwww.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/grants
more information, workshop timesorand
visit
calllocations
3205 0555.
www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/grants or call 3205 0555.
JAY SEENEY • CASEY BARNES • STEALING LINCOLN
2014 VOICE OF URBAN COUNTRY WINNER WAL NEILSEN
& HEAPS MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED!
New guide for learner drivers
Libraries help with homework
Open up a world of resources to help you tackle
homework tasks with Moreton Bay Region Libraries’
Homework Club.
Help develop your driving skills with council’s new guide: Drives
for Learners in Moreton Bay.
Developed in partnership with the Department of Transport and
Main Roads and Queensland Police Service, the guide provides
learner drivers 13 suggested routes to practice their driving skills.
The free program runs during school terms offering
plenty of activities to equip you with the skills you need
to access information and resources online.
Copies are available at council’s customer service centres, the
Department of Transport and Main Road’s Caboolture, Redcliffe
and Strathpine branches and from participating driving
instructors.
To find out when your library hosts Homework Club visit
www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries
or phone 3205 0555.
Visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/roadsafety to download
a digital copy of the guide.