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Croydon’s Bush Telegraph

Mayor’s message

Croydon Shire Council Budget 2020/2021

Mayor Trevor Pickering presented the Croydon Shire Council 2020/2021 Budget at Council’s Ordinary Meeting on 18 June 2020. Bringing down the budget, Mayor Pickering described it as a responsible budget in the current economic climate with no reduction in the operations and services of Council.

The Croydon Shire’s mission is to continually improve the quality of life for the shire residents through the provision of quality services. This budget makes provision to continue to maintain and improve the services provided by Council to the Croydon Shire community. The budget aims to support sustainable future growth in the shire while continuing to provide facilities and services which promote an inclusive, resilient and safe community. “The budget is consistent with the ten-year vision and strategic directions of the Community Plan, incorporating the views of Croydon Shire residents in shaping our shire’s future,” Mayor Pickering said.

“With the Shire’s small rate base comprising only 6% of total revenue, as with every budget, preparing the 2020/2021 Budget has been a challenge with many different priorities competing for limited funding”. “Council recognises the responsibility it is charged with and has concentrated on creating a budget that can deliver essential services to our community, whilst keeping rate and charges increases to a minimum”. “With a clear focus on supporting and enhancing our rural lifestyle by investing in infrastructure while maintaining affordable rates Council was able to deliver an average increase in rates and utility charges of 2.35%,” Mayor Pickering said.

“The budget includes expenditure totalling $18.4 million. This is comprised of capital expenditure totalling approximately $6.6 million to be invested in the replacement and renewal of community assets, $6.5 million for flood damage and main roads contract works,” Mayor Pickering said. “The importance of improved shire road infrastructure network is significantly evident in this budget”.

Mayor Pickering reported that with no loan borrowings, Council as with this current budget has been able to deliver consistent surplus budgets over the years resulting in cash reserves of approximately $20m and therefore is in an excellent financial position to take advantage of future opportunities as they arise. The ten year budget forecast demonstrates the shire is financially sustainable and well placed to retain its sound financial rating.

“With the successful relocation of the Council Works Depot further grant funding in the 2020/21 budget has been allocated to the heritage precinct area to further develop the heritage park by extending the picket fencing and heritage lighting, upgrade to the Courthouse and creation of a viewing platform in the Town Hall for the 35mm projectors”. “It is hoped these initiatives will promote Croydon as a tourist destination and help local businesses by encouraging visitations and stays in the township,” Mayor Pickering said.

“I would like to thank the Councillors, the Chief Executive Officer and management team for their efforts in preparing the 2020/2021 Budget,” Mayor Pickering said. To view the Croydon Shire Council’s 2020/2021 Budget in full, visit www.croydon.qld.gov.au

Mayor Trevor Pickering Croydon Shire Council

Croydon’s Bush Telegraph Edition 7 - July 2020 T: 4748 7100 E: [email protected] W: www.croydon.qld.gov.au

Budget Summary

Below is a summary of Council’s budgeted income and expenditure for the 2020-2021 financial year. The detailed adopted budget report can be found on Council’s website www.croydon.qld.gov.au

BUDGET INCOME 2020- 2021

6% 3% 1% Rates & Utility Charges 2% 33% Fees & Charges

Rental

55% Interest

Services Revenue ( Main Roads)

Grants & Subsidies (FAG)

BUDGET EXPENDITURE 2020-2021 Administration Costs

16% 8% Community Service Costs 11% 1% 2% 7% Infrastructure Costs

55% Health & Environment Costs Corporate Governance

Recoverable Works Costs

Depreciation

Major projects to be undertaken during the 2020/21 financial year:  Install pipe culverts (various locations) - $1.3m  Richmond Road upgrade (R2R, TIDS & FAG grant funding) - $900k  Coralie Road upgrade (QRA betterment funding) - $1.2m  Plant replacement program $990k  New gardeners shed - $65k  Lake Belmore Bollards - $21k  Painting – Pool Pump Shed & Toilet Block, Admin Building, Doris Casey Hall – $35k  New depot – Construction seal works - $104k  Information Centre solar power installation – $30k  Purchase/Sale of Residential Housing (Cairns & District Regional Housing) - $70k  COVID W4Q 2020-21 Town Water Supply Upgrade (Grant funded) - $492k  COVID W4Q 2020-21 Heritage Precinct Upgrade (Grant funded) - $172k  COVID W4Q 2020-21 Upgrade to Sporting Facilities (Grant funded) - $185k  COVID W4Q 2020-21 Rodeo Grounds Upgrade (Grant funded) - $171k

The focus remains on maintaining core services which include:

 Maintenance of parks and gardens - $91k  Provision of library service - $45k  Provision of sporting facilities - $97k  Tourism promotion & VIC operation - $198k  Annual mosquito control program - $35k  Provision of childcare program service - $132k  Cemetery operation & maintenance - $14k  Heritage operation & maintenance - $62k  Community events donations - $15k  Lake Belmore operation & maintenance - $64k  Swimming Pool operation and maintenance - $128k  Aerodrome operation & maintenance - $21k

Roadworks

Council will be carrying out extensive road restoration projects for flood damage over our entire road network this financial year. Entrance at the intersection of the Croydon/Richmond Road and Gulf Development Road will be upgraded to a double lane grid and a section of the Richmond Road will be upgraded to bitumen sealed standard. Through funding obtained under QRA betterment projects a section of Coralie Road will be upgraded and also pipe culverts will be installed on Guildford and Claraville Roads. There will also be an asphalt floodway constructed on the Yapper River Road.

Water Infrastructure

Major critical repairs will be carried out at our Water Treatment Plant to ensure a safe and reliable water supply to the community. The project will also include painting the reservoir with heat resistant paint to reduce heat inside the reservoir, keep the water temperature low and reduce chlorine costs.

Community Pump Track Recreational Park

Works are in progress to beautify and landscape the surrounds of the community Pump Track to increase the appeal and use of the open space and recreational facility. Additional funding to install rubber soft fall around the track is being sought through the Local Roads Community Infrastructure Program to address safety.

Heritage Precinct Upgrade

A number of projects in 2020-21 financial year will be carried out to complement the existing Heritage Precinct area. This includes extending the picket fencing and replica lamp post lighting along the western end of the area. Repairs will also be carried out to the Courthouse decking and the Outhouse at the back. A viewing platform will be created in the Town Hall for tourists to view the two historical 35mm film projectors.

Tennis Court and Bowling Green Upgrade

Council will replace the artificial turf and upgrade power supply to overhead lights at the tennis court. Bowling Green project will include replacement of the existing mat as well as an upgrade to the drainage system.

Croydon Rodeo Grounds Upgrade

Following completion of the new public ablution block to replace the trailer mounted ablution Council will upgrade the old amenities block, refurbish the kitchen, upgrade the power supply and also apply heat resistant painting to the Rodeo Grounds Shed. As the Rodeo Grounds has become the main facility for community events these improvements will increase its appeal and future use.

SUMMARY OF RATES & CHARGES 2020/2021

For each occupied residence, flat, strata title unit, General Rates dwelling or improved property – 1 utility charge per General rates assist Council to provide and wheeled bin service, whether or not a service is maintain services such as planning, libraries, rendered. No other waste receptacles will be community and sport & recreation infrastructure, serviced. parks and playgrounds, roads and bridges, street lighting, drainage and environmental activities. For each commercial, industrial or community facility – 2 utility charges per wheeled bin serviced Council levies a general rate on all rateable twice weekly whether or not the service is properties using a differential rating system rendered. whereby different levels of rating are applied to the three categories of property types. These property The cleansing service charge is $326.70 per types are Urban, Rural and Mining. This ensures unit. that Council’s rating system is as fair and equitable as possible in distributing the total rate assessment Water Charge across all property owners or service consumers. Water utility charges for land where Council deems that water can be supplied from the reticulated The general rate on your property is calculated by system are to be levied on the basis of whether the multiplying the charging valuation by the rate in the land is vacant or occupied or whether it is, or is not, dollar which applies to your differential rating rateable land. A water access charge per unit is category. applied with the number of units per improvement as detailed in the Water Charges Schedule. In Land valuations (which is the charging valuation) addition there is a water consumption charge of are determined and advised by the Department of $0.95 per kilolitre. Natural Resources, Mines and Energy. The Water Access Charge is $205.80 per unit The general rates for 2020/2021 are as follows: plus a Water Consumption Charge of $0.95 per kilolitre. a) Category 1 – Urban All rateable land defined as Urban Land as Emergency Management Fire and Rescue contained within the known boundaries of the Council charges Emergency Management Fire and township of Croydon in the Shire of Croydon. Rescue Levies on behalf of the Queensland State 9.48 cents in the dollar of site valuation Government, in accordance with the provisions of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990 and b) Category 2 – Rural Fire and Emergency Services Legislation (Fees) All rateable lands defined as Rural Lands Amendment Regulation 2018 that contribute to the contained outside the boundaries of the township provision of fire and emergency activities. described in a) above. 0.8495 cents in the dollar of unimproved Interest valuation Compound interest of 8% per annum, calculated daily, will be levied on all rates and charges c) Category 3 – Mining commencing the day they become overdue. Rates All rateable lands located within the boundaries of and charges are deemed to be overdue if they are the Shire of Croydon which are Mining Leases. unpaid 30 days from the date of issue on the notice. 9.48 cents in the dollar of unimproved valuation Discount Minimum General Rates To encourage prompt payment of rates and A minimum general rate applies should the value charges, a discount of 2.5% will be provided on of your property fall below the pre-determined general rates when full payment, including any threshold. arrears, is received by the due date.

The minimum general rates for all differential This information is a summary only of the rates categories is $655.00 per annum. Croydon Shire Council’s Revenue Statement for 2020/2021. The complete statement is Cleansing Charge available on Council’s website The cleansing service charge covers the cost of www.croydon.qld.gov.au collection and disposal of waste from your property and indirectly, the operation and maintenance of For rates enquiries please contact Council on landfill sites. 4748 7100 or email [email protected]

Notice of Roadworks

COUNCIL MEETINGS Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is about to restart works at Little River Bridge and Routh In accordance with Section 277 of the Local Government Regula- Creek Bridge located on the Gulf Developmental Road tion 2012, Croydon Shire Council advises that Ordinary Meetings (GDR) between Mt Surprise and Croydon. These will be held at the Council Chambers, 63 Samwell Street, Croydon works are part of our regular bridge maintenance pro- commencing at 9.30am unless otherwise notified. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Council Meetings may take place by phone gram. The $2.175 million works are part of State Road or teleconferencing. Network Upgrades and Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Programs. These are jointed funded by the Australian Government and Queensland Govern- Thursday 23 January 2020 ment. Thursday 20 February 2020 Thursday 19 March 2020 For the safety of workers and road users, changed traffic conditions will be in place under the direction of traf- Thursday 22 April 2020 fic controllers or traffic signals at both these bridges Thursday 21 May 2020 and may include the following: Thursday 18 June 2020 Little River Bridge Thursday 16 July 2020

Thursday 20 August 2020 Little River Bridge works delayed by wet weather will Thursday 17 September 2020 resume in mid-August 2020 and be completed by Thursday 15 October 2020 late 2020, weather permitting. Work crews will operate between 6am and 6pm from Monday to Saturday. Thursday 19 November 2020 Thursday 17 December 2020 Works include strengthening works on the substructure -pier frames and abutment.

Meeting agendas and minutes are available on The first stage of works will predominately be under Council’s website www.croydon.qld.gov.au the bridge and have minimal impact to traffic.

The second stage of works will require temporary full closures of up to 1 hour at various times. This is to COUNCILLOR CONTACT DETAILS allow for concrete works to be undertaken. Further Mayor Trevor Pickering information will be provided closer to the closure dates.

Mobile: 0427 456 188 Motorists are requested to give their full co-operation Email: [email protected] to follow the 40km/h speed reduction after the concrete pour, including outside of work hours.

Deputy Mayor Jonathan Evans Routh Creek Bridge Mobile: 0429 577 603 Works delayed due to weather, resumed in late 2020 Email: [email protected] and will be completed in late 2020, weather permitting. Work crews will operate between 6am and 6pm Mon- day to Saturday. Councillor Wayne Bing Chew The bridge will be reduced to single lane with a speed Ph: (07) 4745 6287 reduced to 40km/h during work hours and 60km/h out- Mobile: 0488 454 678 side of work hours. These changes will be in place until September 2020. Email: [email protected] We thank motorists for their patience and co-operation in following this direction. Councillor Kim Gaynor Variable Message Boards (VMS) will be in place on the Ph: (07) 4745 3536 approaches to the bridges, a week prior to the con- Mobile: 0409 913 150 crete works starting. Motorists should plan their journey according Email: [email protected] More information about road conditions across

Queensland’s state-controlled road network is availa- Councillor Peter Garde ble via the TMR QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au website or by Mobile: 0428 533 704 calling 13 19 40 Information services. Email: [email protected]

Notice of proposed roadworks DOG AND CAT REGISTRATIONS NOW Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is plan- DUE FOR 2020-2021 ning to carry out changes to several bridges on the Gulf De- velopmental Road (Georgetown - Mt Garnet), Kennedy Highway and Kennedy Developmental Roads (Mt. Garnet - The Lynd). Dog and Cat registrations are now due for These works are part of the Targeted Road Safety Program 2020-2021 (1 July to 30 June) and are valid and include converting several two-lane bridges to single lane bridges. These bridges are not wide enough to allow heavy vehicles and caravans to safety pass safety. The pro- for 12 months. Please ensure your dogs and posed changes include the following: cats are registered with Croydon Shire  Install 'Give Way' signage and relevant line marking to the approach of one side of the bridge. Council.

 Install single lane bridge warning signs on the approaches to both sides of the bridges so that all motorists have sufficient time to slow down and give way Registration fees are: to oncoming traffic before crossing. $10.25 per entire dog/cat  Remove the centre line on the bridges and install line marking to create a single lane bridge with 4-metre- wide through lanes and 1.5 metre shoulders. Free for desexed dog/cat (evidence must be  Install a 'Call Point' sign to assist road users with CB provided) radios.

 Install warning guidance signs outside townships to Permit fee for keeping more than 2 dogs - $43.50 advise road users about the radio frequency for the call points. per each additional dog.

ROAD CONDITIONS AND ROAD CLOSURES Visit us at the Council offices Monday to For the latest information on traffic and road conditions, visit https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/download the app, phone 13 19 40 or Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm to register your dog follow QLDTraffic on Twitter. or cat.

Early Childhood Teacher Working with the Croydon Child Care Centre Croydon Shire Council is seeking the services of an Early Childhood Teacher to work with the Croydon Child Care Cen- tre. The Early Childhood Teacher will need to work with the service for at least 20 per cent of the time that the service provides education and care. This calculates to eight and a half (8.5) hours per week. Under the Education and Care Ser- vices National Regulations the Early Childhood Teacher may be working with the service by means of information communication technology, this may be calculated on a quarterly NEWS ITEMS FOR CROYDON’S BUSH TELEGRAPH basis. The service is licensed for 21 approved places. If you have any news items for our newsletter please email to [email protected] Items will be approved at Council’s Please email your expression of interest to discretion. If you would like to advertise in our newsletter advertis- [email protected] including a copy of your qualifica- ing rates are: tion and working with children blue card. ¼ page $12.80 per issue For enquiries about the position, please contact Lydia Gab- ½ page $18.45 per issue bert, Childcare Director on 4748 7170. Full page $25.60 per issue Croydon’s Bush Telegraph is usually published in the last week of William Kerwin the month. Chief Executive Officer

Croydon Childcare

Hi Croydon and surrounds Look at what we have been up to………… Over the school holidays we went out and about into our back yard. A big thank you to Rebecca for taking us on an excursion to our surrounding mine sites where we collected fossils and different rocks. We also talked about mining in our community and what different metals you can find in the rocks. At the centre children have been busy with dance, science and dramatic play, as you can see we have Fireman Cade. We are constructing a spare parts area for the children and if you have any old pots, pans or cooking utensils we would really appreciate if you could drop them into us.

Thank you Kindly Croydon Childcare Children and Staff

Croydon Child Care Centre Phone: 4748 7170 Email: [email protected]

Nathan assisted Gary Dufficy with spray painting parts of the old A10 locomotive. If like Nathan, you would like to contribute to Croydon heritage preservation and learn new skills, come and talk to Helen at the roadhouse.

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Croydon Shire Council

Community Grants Program

Apply for a Grant

The Community Grants program is an initiative to support not-for-profit community groups by providing financial and in-kind support to enhance their capacity to provide services, leisure activities and opportunities within the Croydon Shire community. The applicant must be based in the Croydon Shire Council region, have a membership base within the Croydon Shire, and be delivering a service which will be of a direct benefit to members of the Croydon Shire community.

The program offers the chance to receive up to $4,000 in grant funding to help deliver projects, events, activities or initiatives.

Everything you need to know about the program and how to apply can be found on Council’s website www.croydon.qld.gov.au/about-council/community-services/community-grants

Prior to completing an application it is recommended to read the Community Grants Policy.

Limited funds are available through a competitive process. No applicant is guaranteed to receive approval for all or any funding applied for.

There will be one funding round. Applicants may submit only one application per funding round. Applicants wishing to apply for more than one event per funding round are required to complete one application form detailing all projects / events.

One-off in-kind community grants under $500 may be accessed all year round.

For further information about the program please contact Council’s Business Manager, Denise Knudsen on 4748 7100.

Key Dates

21 August 2020 15 July 2020 12 August 2020 All applicants notified Applications open Applications close of the outcome of their application

Established in 1909 by the Consolidation of the Croydon Divisional Board (Est. 1888) and the Croydon Municipal Council (Est. 1892)

Notice of proposed 1080 baiting dates

Round 2

20 to 23 October 2020

Established in 1909 by the Consolidation of the Croydon Divisional Board (Est. 1888) and the Croydon Municipal Council (Est. 1892) Croydon’s historical articles

Golden Gate

Golden Gate was discovered in 1886, but early testing dismissed the reef as a low grade. Later tests showed better results and some of the miners who had left the field previously returned to try their luck. Golden Gate became the most productive of the 'outside' reefs and was located six km to the west of Croydon. It was the only reef to surpass Croydon in term of success.

In 1899, Mr. S.T. William, a mining manager from Charters Towers, visited Golden Gate and was greatly impressed by the reef and recent developments. On behalf of the Charters Towers syndicate, he decided to secure three gold mining leases in Golden Gate and form a mining company.

‘This is the greatest mining venture ever entered upon on this goldfield up to the present’ (Mining Warden Report, 1899)

Golden Gate had the most spectacular mines. Their prosperity renewed confidence in the field. It’s most productive years, between 1891 and 1911, showed a yield of 483,000 ounces of gold from 244,364 tons of ore. This production totalled more than one-third of the entire Croydon yield.

Golden Gate grew to be sizable township with a population of about 1500 and numerous businesses and shops. Local hotels included the Commercial, Australian, Welcome, Hector, Exchange, International, Nancy Lee and Golden Gate.

A variety of shops, many owned by Chinese, also supplied residents with all immediate needs. This included five general stores, three butchers, a newsagency, a barber with billiard saloon, a draper, a plumber, a primary school and a railway station that was open when the Croydon-Normanton line opened. Despite being only six km away from Croydon, Golden Gate also had its own police station and cell block. It was open in October 1892 and closed in July 1911.

But by 1921, Golden Gate had disappeared off the map and the last mine closed in 1922. Some work restarted in 1924 with hopes of ‘handsome returns’, according to the mining report. Some of the water was successfully pumped out, bringing hopes up. All work ceased for the wet months of 1925-1926, and due to the lacking funds, it was never to restart.

Golden Gate railway station ca 1900

Thank you for reading and we will see you all in the next bush tele with our fascinating facts of history!

Got a Cracked Windscreen? Expressions of Interest for:  Windscreen replacements  Stone chip repairs  Side glass repair and replacement Novus Autoglass Tablelands is hoping to visit Croydon to undertake windscreen or glass repairs if there is enough interest. Please let me know if you are interested and what type of car you have and if there are enough numbers I will be able to arrange a visit. Please call Peter Butler on 0409 770 107 or email [email protected] for more information and to book in a repair. Novus Autoglass Tablelands PO Box 99 2 McConaghie Street Atherton QLD 4883 Important message

First and foremost, with COVID-19 Queensland Health are asking you not to panic and to just implement good social distancing and hygiene.

Social distancing is a term applied to certain nonpharmaceutical infection control actions that are taken by public health officials to stop or slow down the spread of a highly contagious disease. The objective of social distancing is to reduce the probability of contact between persons carrying an infection.

There are now 12 confirmed cases of Covid-19 currently in the Cairns region, managing outbreaks is all about the timing. The time has come for the Croydon Primary Health Care Clinic to start assisting the community in Social distancing.

Therefore, the clinic doors will be locked from today until further notice. Clinic staff will still be available, but we ask you to

1. Call ahead before coming 2. Limit the number of people you bring to the clinic at one time to two. 3. With adults, if you are independent, only one person will be allowed in the clinic at one time 4. Children can be accompanied by a parent or guardian 5. On arrival the nurse will assess you at the main door.

This is a simple, powerful, and effective tactic to control disease transmission alongside testing to identify sick patients and isolate them from others.

Taking these drastic measures to limit the transmission rate of Covid-19, may seem like an overreaction when we currently have no infections. However, early in the outbreak is exactly when such measures are most important.

We appreciate your assistance regarding this important matter and updates can be accessed from Queensland Health website or the Croydon Primary Health Care Clinic Facebook page.

Kindest Regards

Damian Orrell

Director Of Nursing

Croydon Primary Health Care Clinic

Goodbye and Good Luck Damian!

The Croydon community gathered to say goodbye and good luck to Damian Orrell who has worked in Croydon as one of the Directors of Nursing for the last 6 years. Damian said "I came for 6 weeks and stayed for 6 years” and that the “Croydon community had become like a family to him”. The Croydon Mayor, Trevor Pickering told the gathering that everyone in Croydon has benefited from Damian’s presence in the community. Tears were shed but as Trevor said, Croydon’s loss is another district’s gain. We will all miss Damian. Thank you for your time, care, concern, empathy and compassion. Damian went above and beyond and will be greatly missed by all.

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AVAILABLE IN CROYDON DROP OFF POINT – 92 SAMWELL STREET, CROYDON HOURS OF OPERATION – 3PM TO 6PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY OR BY APPOINTMENT PHONE GARRY 0437 461 837 OR REBECCA 0428 142 557 Not sure about what containers we accept? Visit https://www.containersforchange.com.au/qld/how-it-works Small quantities of containers can be paid for via cash during drop off. Large quantities of containers will require a scheme account to be set up for payments via EFT. To set up an account visit https://www.containersforchange.com.au/qld/how-it-works or phone Annie Cork 0437 029 668, Gulf C4C, Normanton.

Most aluminum, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard beverage containers between 150ml and three litres are eligible for a refund when returned to a container refund point. To be eligible the beverage container must:  Have contained a beverage product that is not excluded from the scheme. For example, cordials and plain milk are not included in the scheme so containers that have held these products are not eligible for a refund  Display the refund mark. This is so that the container refund point operator can see if the container is part of the scheme. Most containers will already have a refund mark for SA and NT and these containers are eligible under Containers for Change. Beverage manufacturers had until 1 December 2019 to display the new refund mark on their containers  Be an approved container. Some containers are made out of materials that cannot be recycled. These containers may not be approved (by the Queensland Government) as an eligible container as the scheme requires that when a refund is paid on a container that container must be recycled There are some beverage containers that are not eligible for a refund. Generally excluded containers are those that are less than 150ml and greater than three litres. Other excluded containers include:  Any plain milk containers  Any glass containers which have contained wine or pure spirits  Containers 1L or more which have contained flavoured milk, pure fruit or vegetable juice, cask wine or cask water  Concentrated/undiluted cordial or syrup containers  Sachets above 250ml which have contained wine  Registered health tonics MEDIA RELEASE DATE: for immediate release

2020, a busy year for the Tagalaka Rangers

The Tagalaka Rangers have a busy three months ahead. On Wednesday 8th July Mark Owens, Morella Baker and Brighton Douglas commenced work on a newly funded project that will have them monitoring cultural sites, delivering on-country field trips, caring for country and planning for the future.

They have hit the ground running, having participated in a plan review meeting with the Tagalaka PBC board members, an on-country intergenerational field day, completing a site fence and four-wheel drive training.

During August they will be at the popular Gulf Kids Day and community will get a chance to join them in reviewing the latest draft on country plan at community meetings in August.

This project is a joint partnership between Tagalaka PBC and Northern Gulf Resource Management Group and is funded by the Queensland Department of Environment and Science through the Looking after Country Program.

Rangers on-country at Littleton National Park during an intergenerational field trip with some Tagalaka members. Contact: Vickie Mylrea, 0429067338 or [email protected] MEDIA RELEASE DATE: for immediate release

Title: Ten year celebration of Gulf Kids Day Northern Gulf’s annual Gulf Kids Day will be held over two days in August. This year’s event, aptly titled “Healthy Kids, Happy Kids” will be the ten-year celebration of the environmental education day with over 1000 students having been a part of this events history.

The Croydon State School will host the day on Thursday 13th August with Mt Surprise State school hosting its first ever Gulf Kids Day on Friday 14th August.

Popular presenter Tonielle from Organic Motion will be back to build smoothie gardens with the students. Melissa Colman from Healing Arts events will lead the children in a wellbeing journey through the art of yoga and students will be engaged through movement and creative play-based circus learning activities with Rosie from Circus with Purpose.

If you are thinking of attending with your child or have any questions call one of our friendly team - Keerah on 0457621370 or Vickie on 0429067338.

Gulf Kids Days are open to all children aged from 5 to 12 years and is funded through the Remote Kitchen Gardens Program by the North Queensland Public Health Network.

Photo: flier CONTACT: Project officer - Vickie Mylrea, Phone: 0429067338 or email: [email protected]

Gulf Kids DAY 2020 - SAVE THE DATE!

This years theme: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids!

Dates & Locations: Thursday 13th August - Croydon Friday 14th August - Mt Surprise Friday 16th October - Mutchilba

For more info contact: Vickie Mylrea P: 0429 067 338 e: [email protected] Kathy Rowling P: 0439 966 936 e: [email protected]

NOW HIRING: Georgetown Primary Health Centre Operational Services Officer

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service Role details Job ad reference CAH349373 Classification OO2

Role title Operational Services Officer Contact name Serena Mulholland

Status (temp/perm) Permanent Part Time, 45.6 hrs p.f. Contact number 07 4062 1266

Unit/Branch Georgetown Primary Health Centre Closing date Wednesday, 5 August 2020

Directorate/ Rural and Remote Services Salary Hospital and Health Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and commencing from $26.04 per hour Service Health Service

Location Georgetown

Queensland Health’s vision By 2026 Queenslanders will be among the healthiest people in the world. Our vision Excellence in healthcare, wellbeing, research and education in Far North Queensland. Our purpose We work together, with our community, providing healthcare services to improve health and wellbeing in Far North Queensland. More information on the strategic direction of Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service visit: https://qheps.health.qld.gov.au/cairns/strategic-plan-2018-2022

Please visit our website for additional information about Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service www.health.qld.gov.au/cairns_hinterland Your Opportunity Provide operational services support to the Georgetown Primary Health Centre under the supervision of the Director of Nursing whilst assisting in the achievement of service goals in accordance with Queensland Health, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service and clinic directions.

How to apply  You need to create a ‘My SmartJob’ account before submitting your online application. Details are available through the Queensland Government SmartJobs and Careers website at www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au;  For any queries, please contact Serena Mulholland on 07 4062 1266.

POSITIONS VACANT ETHERIDGE AND CROYDON SHIRES

1 x Wellbeing Clinician – FULLTIME OR PART TIME

North and West Remote Health is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic person to join our team of dedicated staff located in Georgetown. NWRH is looking to employ a local person to the area who is keen to assist in looking after the mental health and wellbeing of residents in both the Etheridge and Croydon Shires.

These positions provide support to and work with youth, families, aged care, people with disabilities and persons with alcohol or drug issues. The successful applicant will be required to work within the community to promote social and emotional wellbeing as well as work alongside qualified Mental Health Professionals in supporting clients.

Key Qualities: Reliable

Open minded

Empathetic

Ability to work in a team

Willingness to learn and take direction

Innovative

Sound computer skills

Desirable: Cert III or IV qualification or above or alternatively relevant experience

Requirement: Current Drivers Licence

KPI’s Accurate and timely completion of client documentation

Compliance with Workplace Health and Safety related tasks

Completion of cultural education reflecting respect and acknowledgement of traditional ways of living

To obtain a copy of the Position Description or for further queries please contact the Mental Health Team Leader Gaylene McComb on 0439 267 875. Applications can be emailed to [email protected].

Please note: Housing is not offered. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a minimum Certificate IV in Mental Health.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 4PM FRIDAY 21ST AUGUST 2020

NWRH respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Owners, Elders and Leaders, past present and emerging as custodians of the lands across which we deliver Health and Wellbeing Services

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NORTHERN GULF SEASONAL CLIMATE OUTLOOK Grazier & Landholder Information Northern Gulf Resource Management Group (NGRMG) will now be delivering climate services to landholders as part of the Northern Australian Climate Program (NCAP). The aim of this project is to build industry capacity in the knowledge and use of climate information in pastoral management, climate and grazing decision tools and the use of climate forecasts for better climate risk and drought management.

Visit https://mynortherngulf.org/climate-services-ncap/ to access the latest outlooks for the region.

Check out our monthly Climate Outlooks to get insights into…

❖ Analysis of rainfall totals from across the Northern Gulf region. ❖ Rainfall outlooks for the weeks, months and seasons ahead. ❖ Drought Monitoring across the country.

❖ Analysis of Pasture Growth.

❖ Projected temperatures for the region. ❖ Drivers and influences and what is forecast for months ahead: ENSO, IOD, MJO

John McLaughlin NACP Climate Project Officer & Rangelands Project Officer Northern Gulf Region (m) 0411 294 331 (e) [email protected] NORTHERN RAINFALL ONSET (NRO) UPDATE – 16th July 2020 (next update 30th July 2020)

Early rainfall onset likely for much of northern Australia, though only about a 50% likelihood for most of North Queensland and the Northern Gulf region (represented by white colouration). However, there is a slight improvement in this forecast, compared to two weeks ago, with a slight increase in greenish shades across the North Queensland region, indicating a higher probability on an early rainfall onset. The chance of the first rains for northern Australia arriving early in 2020-21 is higher than average over much of northern Australia, with the highest likelihood across central Queensland. The northern rainfall onset outlook gives an indication of whether the first significant rains after 1 September are likely to be earlier or later than normal. The NRO will be updated fortnightly until the end of August.

INFLUENCES Warmer than average Indian Ocean temperatures, and an increased likelihood of La Niña in 2020 are influencing this outlook. This is due to increased moisture in the atmosphere which can enhance rainfall over the north of the country when weather patterns are favourable to rain. The ENSO Outlook is at La Niña WATCH, indicating that there is a 50% chance a La Niña could develop in the coming months – twice the normal likelihood. During La Niña, the northern rainfall onset typically occurs earlier than usual. The median Northern Rainfall Onset for North Queensland and the Northern Gulf region is mid-November (dark green), or closer to 1st December (pale green).

The Leucaena Network Conference 2020 An opportunity for graziers in the Northern Gulf! WHERE TRIP DESCRIPTION Townsville, QLD Arrive in Townsville on Monday 7th September WHEN Tuesday 8th – Wednesday 9th September 2020 Registration Desks Open 5:00pm

HAT W DAY 1 Tuesday 8th September New Territories, New Vision - this conference offers something for both new and experienced producers, exploring emerging Main Conference 8:30am – 5:30pm opportunities. Conference Dinner 6:30pm – 11:30pm The Leucaena Network Conference 2020 will be of interest to all involved in the Leucaena industry, from prospective and new DAY 2 Wednesday 9th September producers looking for strategies for best practice, successful establishment and management practices to the established Conference Field Visit 8:00am – 6:00pm producer looking to capitalise on their Leucaena investment via increased productivity or alternative grazing applications. Leave Townsville on Thursday 10th September

WHO Northern Gulf will cover the cost of The Leucaena Network conference registration and The Leucaena Network is a leading producer group in the accommodation for 3 nights grass-fed beef industry of Queensland. (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

WHY *Carpooling is available from Georgetown An activity under the Grazing Futures Project and/or Mareeba. You will be required to cover any other travel costs and meals not included in The project helps improve the productivity, resilience and the conference package. preparedness of grazing businesses in the QLD rangelands.

To apply simply visit https://mynortherngulf.org/the-leucaena-network-2020-conference/

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26 July – 2 August 2020 CROYDON SHIRE COUNCIL – LEVEL 1 WATER SUPPLY RESTRICTIONS APPLY

Council at its Ordinary Meeting of 19 April 2018 considered its obligations under the Croydon Shire Drought Management Plan. With Lake Belmore filling during the Cyclone Nora weather event in March this triggered current level 3 restrictions to be lifted. Under the Drought Management Plan, Council is required to implement measures to minimise the impact of water shortages. Council regards the long-term sustainability of the Croydon town water supply as an issue of primary importance to the community, requiring ongoing monitoring and appropriate management. Level 1 Water Restrictions in accordance with Council’s Drought Management Plan now apply.

PURPOSE LEVEL 1 – RESTRICTION ON USE OF WATER

1. Private Gardens - Watering Garden Beds / Shrubbery Areas 1. Sprinklers can only be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5.00pm to 8.00pm. 2. Micro spray and drip systems fitted with timers can only be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5.00pm to 8.00pm. 3. Hand held hoses, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time. Lawn Areas 1. Sprinklers, micro spray and drip systems can be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5.00pm to 8.00pm on alternate days being Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. 2. Hand held hoses, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time.

2. Public gardens - watering 1. Sprinklers can be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5.00pm to 8.00pm. 2. Micro spray and drip systems fitted with timers can only be used between 6.00am to 9.00am and 5.00pm to 8.00pm. 3. Hand held hoses, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time.

3. Private gardens and1. public Existing ponds can only be topped up to their normal level by means of hand gardens – filling or topping up held hose. of ponds

4. Fountains / Water Features 1. Fountains / water features must not operate unless they recycle water. 2. Water lost from fountains / water features must not be replaced except by means of hand held hoses or by means of watering cans or buckets filled directly from taps.

5. Concrete / Paved areas - Water must not be used to clean concrete/paved areas unless cleaning is cleaning required as a result of an accident, fire, health hazard or emergency.

6. Private swimming pools or Existing swimming pools and spas must not be topped up except by means of spas – filling or topping up hand held hoses or by means of watering cans or buckets filled directly from taps.

7. Sports grounds / school ovals 1. Sprinklers / irrigation allowed Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays - watering between the hours of 5.00pm and 11.00am only. 2. Hand held hoses, watering cans or buckets can be used at any time.

8. Window cleaning Water must not be used to clean windows except by means of trigger hoses or buckets or watering can filled directly from a tap.

9. Mobile water tankers - filling Mobile water tankers must not be filled except – (a) With the written permission of the Croydon Shire Council; or (b) Tankers supplying water for use inside domestic premises, or for firefighting or stock watering purposes.

10. Vehicles - cleaning Water must not be used to clean vehicles except by means of trigger hoses or watering cans or buckets filled directly from taps.

11. Construction industry - use of Unless otherwise exempted by Croydon Shire Council in writing, hoses must water in not be used except trigger hoses.

12. Any purpose not included in any Water must not be used without the written permission of the Croydon Shire other items of this column other Council. than for use inside domestic premises and for domestic animals