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Summary of 23 July Council Meeting

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See a recording of the meeting.

Payment Plans

Council resolved to enter into 24-month instalment plans for the Ravenshoe Millstream Country Club and Tablelands Community Housing Association for the full payment of infrastructure charges.

Community Grant Program Report

The Community Grant Program provides financial and in-kind grants of up to $1000 for not-for-profit groups and young achievers. Between 1 January and 30 June 2020, $8742 was shared between 14 groups and community members. During 2019–20, 117 community grants were issued totalling $55,286.

Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Grant Program

RADF is a Queensland Government partnership, through Arts Queensland and TRC, to support local arts and culture. Six projects totalling $20,186 were funded between 1 January and 30 June 2020. During 2019–20, 13 RADF grants were issued totalling $41,021.

Financial Report

For the period ending 30 June 2020 preliminary operating revenue is within 0.32% of the budget. Delays to some grant projects mean funding will not be received until 2020–21.

Quarterly Report

The Quarterly Report for 1 April to 30 June 2020 outlines service highlights and the progress towards achieving the initiatives in the annual Operational Plan.

Moratorium on Community Projects

Council endorsed a 12-month moratorium on new community project requests, including Councillor community project requests. This will allow further work on TRC’s strategic planning for community facilities and the completion of existing community projects. The moratorium excludes projects that are currently under consideration or in planning stage, and capital work projects that have already been endorsed or identified for adoption. The moratorium will be reviewed in 12 months.

Change to Ordinary Council Meeting

The ordinary Council meeting scheduled for 22 October will be rescheduled to Thursday 29 October in Ravenshoe.

Bitumen Reseal Program

The 2020–21 regional bitumen reseal program was awarded to RPQ Pty Ltd for $1,449,562.40 (including GST), with the option to vary the scope to include resealing in 2021–22 and 2022–23.

Regional Sewer Relining Program

Packages 1 (sewers up to 225mm diameter) and 2 (sewers over 225mm diameter) of the 2020–21 regional sewer relining program were awarded to Relining Solutions Pty Ltd for $531,573.54 (including GST). Package 3 (sewer and manhole assessments) was awarded to FlowPro Pty Ltd for $82,656.48 (including GST). Both contracts have the option to vary the scope to include relining and assessments in 2021–22 and 2022–23.

Regional Collection & Disposal of Ferrous Metal

Contract FNQ012 with Sims Metal Management for the collection and disposal of ferrous metal was extended until 30 November 2021.

Compliance Monitoring of Waste Sewerage Treatment Plants

Contract WW-106-03 for 2020–21 compliance monitoring of waste and sewerage treatment plants was awarded to NRA Environmental Consultants for $351,320.81 (including GST), with the option to extend the contract into 2021–22.

Gravel Road Maintenance

Tender T-TRC2020-10 for gravel road maintenance in the southern part of the region was awarded to Atherton-based S&K Civil Contracting for $376,816.63 (including GST).

Next meeting

The budget meeting is at 9am Friday 31 July 2020 at the Community Education and Disaster Coordination Centre in Atherton. The meeting will be open to the public, but limited to a maximum of 15 people due Covid-19 physical distancing requirements. It will also be live streamed and recorded.

The next ordinary Council meeting is at 9.30am Thursday 27 August 2020 in the Herberton Town Hall. See our information about live streaming and recording.

Council meeting agendas and minutes.

Raising The Flag To NAIDOC Week

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While official NAIDOC Week celebrations may have been postponed until later in the year, Tablelands Regional Council marked the traditional week in July with a flag raising ceremony and exhibition opening.

‘We wanted to pause for a moment to acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in our community,’ said Mayor Rod Marti.

‘2020’s NAIDOC theme is Always Was, Always Will Be, which recognises that our nation’s story began at the dawn of time and our First Nations People were our first explorers, navigators, farmers, diplomats, artists and more.

‘By raising the Aboriginal, Torres Strait Island and Australian flags, we celebrate the rich history, diverse cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

‘It was fantastic to share this important occasion with Councillors, Tableland Yidinji and Ngadjon Elders, and local Indigenous artists.

‘The artists’ Stronger Together exhibition in our Foyer Gallery speaks of ongoing spiritual and cultural connections to land and sea.

‘Don’t miss the chance to see this amazing exhibition, which is open until 7 August.

‘We look forward to continuing NAIDOC celebrations with a whole community later in the year,’ said Mayor Marti.

The professional development program for visual artists was supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.

Free Disaster Knowledge Workshops & Webinar

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Are you a member of a community disaster team or are you interested in being involved?

Tablelands Regional Council is hosting a series of online workshops and a webinar to support the development and knowledge of community disaster teams, community groups involved in disaster response and recovery, and interested community members.

‘Stepping Up — Leadership During Disaster is a series of workshops facilitated by Lyndal Scobell from Community Bred,’ said Councillor Bernie Wilce.

‘Lyndal is an experienced disaster management professional and expert facilitator and she will be delivering four modules over four weeks — Disaster Context, Psychological Responses, Leadership, and Strengths-Based Community Recovery.

‘Participants will gain insights and tools to support others during disasters and each session will be repeated to allow as many people to attend as possible.

  • The Disaster Context — 10am–12noon Wednesday 22 July or Saturday 25 July
  • Psychological Responses — 10–11.30am Wednesday 29 July or Saturday 1 August
  • Leadership — 10am–12noon Wednesday 5 August or Saturday 8 August
  • Strengths-Based Community Recovery — 10am–12noon Wednesday 12 August or Saturday 15 August

‘Register now for the Zoom sessions as places are limited.

‘We’re also hosting a free webinar with Dr Rob Gordon, a clinical psychologist who has worked in disasters in Australia and New Zealand for nearly 40 years.

‘Dr Gordon is one of Australia’s leading consultants in emergency and disaster recovery, and has consulted to urban and rural communities and agencies in transport accidents, criminal incidents, bushfires, floods, cyclones and droughts.

‘His two hour online seminar will discuss and answer questions about the psychological impacts of disasters on individuals and communities, and reflect on the impacts of Covid-19.

‘Register for the webinar at 3–5pm on Tuesday 28 July.

‘We’re really proud to be offering these opportunities to our community disaster teams, local community groups and organisations who work in the area of trauma and community support during disasters and anyone who has an interest in becoming involved in disaster response and recovery,’ said Councillor Wilce.

The workshop series and webinar are funded by the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal.

Bursary For Agri-Industry Students  

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The Nellie Willetts Educational Bursary is open for first year students studying agri-industry at a tertiary institution.

‘This bursary was established in 1994 by Eric Gordon Willetts and this year we are offering $2000 to Tablelands students studying any sector of agri-industry,’ said Deputy Mayor Kevin Cardew.

‘Agri-industry is the production, processing and marketing of agricultural products and services including horticulture, agriculture and plant breeding.

‘To be eligible, applicants’ principal place of residence must be in the Tablelands Regional Council area, and they must have been successful in their first semester of study.

‘Nominate online before 4.30pm Friday 14 August 2020,’ said Deputy Mayor Cardew.

Get Fit For Free!

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Tablelands Regional Council have engaged Live Life Get Active to run 20 weeks of free fitness classes in Atherton.

‘A regular fitness regime is important for physical and mental wellbeing and these ‘camps’ are a great way to get into a routine,’ said Deputy Mayor Kevin Cardew.

‘The weekly schedule of cross training and yoga help develop cardio capacity and improve strength, toning, balance and flexibility.

‘The camps are delivered by local, accredited trainers and participants also receive access to an online fitness platform and a free nutritional program with easy-to-follow recipes, videos and blogs.

‘The free 45min sessions begin at 6.30am at St Joseph’s Parish School in Atherton on 15 July, and will run Monday to Friday for 20 weeks during the school terms.

‘Registration is essential so head to livelifegetactive.com to lock in your place.

‘We’re also in the process of establishing programs in Malanda and Ravenshoe so stay tuned for further details,’ said Deputy Mayor Cardew.

Covid-19 hygiene and physical distancing requirements will be adhered to during all activities.

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