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Council Connections: Week 4, February 2011
Toowoomba Regional Council Connections The weekly program keeping you up to date with Toowoomba Regional Council’s facilities, activities and services. Council Connections with Darren Burton Darren talks about the closed walking trails, Loveday Cove being open, a special meeting of council, the Council Connections newsletter, our emergency number, the Community Information Directory, recycling info, some waterwise information, a public information session on Charlton-Wellcamp, and a series of free public lectures at the art gallery. Continue reading
Council Connections: Week 4, February 2011
Toowoomba Regional Council Connections The weekly program keeping you up to date with Toowoomba Regional Council’s facilities, activities and services. Council Connections with Darren Burton Darren talks about the closed walking trails, Loveday Cove being open, a special meeting of council, the Council Connections newsletter, our emergency number, the Community Information Directory, recycling info, some waterwise information, a public information session on Charlton-Wellcamp, and a series of free public lectures at the art gallery. Continue reading
Council Connections: Week 2, February 2011
Toowoomba Regional Council Connections The weekly program keeping you up to date with Toowoomba Regional Council’s facilities, activities and services. Council Connections with Darren Burton This week I talk about Summer Tunes, Loveday Cover reopening, a call for Young Ambassadors working group members, Permanent Conservation Measures, Council’s next meeting, recruitment of Green Army members and our emergency after hours number. Continue reading
Oakey Gains Partnerships & Young Legends Awards
The Ergon Energy Tidy Towns Regional Awards (Darling Downs) were presented recently in Toowoomba at Marks Courtyard, City Hall with Toowoomba Regional Council towns featuring prominently. Two of the awards were secured by Oakey: 1. The OneSteel Recycling PARTNERSHIPS AWARD Over 130 agencies and individuals are partners involved in the Oakey Jigsaw initiative. The social problems of the town were highlighted and Health Services, indigenous workers, Toowoomba Regional Council, State Government, churches, community groups, sporting clubs, Emergency Services, employment services and the University of Southern Queensland all had valuble input into a plan to address Oakey’s problems. They all worked together to understand each other’s roles, the services they were able to offer, and shared knowledge to ensure Oakey’s future is positive and productive. 2. YOUNG LEGENDS AWARD One of the outcomes of the Oakey Jigsaw projectwas the formation of the Oakey Traditional Dance Troupe which consists of between 30 and 40 children and teenagers led by a 16 year old who knows that it is “OK to be aboriginal in Oakey.’ The Troupe has performed at Oakey, Toowoomba (with John Williamson) and Dalby Shows and a number of other community events. Very positive outcomes from this initiative include the boost to the childrens’ self esteem and a very noticeable attitude change amongst Oakey’s aboriginal youth. Audio Report – Gordon Patterson speaks with David Totenhofer, Lorraine See and Jennifer Wharton. Continue reading
Landscapes, legends and archaeology in Ethiopia
A public lecture conducted by the Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society, Toowoomba – 20 July 2010 Louise Schofield, an internationally recognized archaeological expert, will present a lecture on Ethiopian art and archaeology for the Toowoomba Group of the Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society (ADFAS) on 20 July. Following a career as Curator of Greek Bronze Age and Geometric Antiquities at the British Museum, Louise is now engaged in conducting archaeological projects in Ethiopia, Turkey and Greece. Her latest book The Mycenaeans was published jointly by the British and Getty Museums. Ethiopia is a mysterious and deeply atmospheric country steeped in history and legend. Its people live a life that is truly biblical and timeless surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Their ancient history features countless famous names including that of the Queen of Sheba who is reputed to have once ruled over large stretches of the north of the country. Drawing on her extensive background in the archaeology and art of Ethiopia, Louise will inform and entertain her listeners. Louise Schofield’s lecture will be given in the Glennie Room, The Glennie School, Herries Street, Toowoomba on Tuesday 20 July starting at 6.45 pm and will be followed by supper. Members of the public are welcome to attend. The cost is $20 for persons who are not members of ADFAS and $10 for students. For further information about Louise Schofield’s lecture and about membership of ADFAS contact the Secretary of ADFAS, Toowoomba on 07 4636 6164. Continue reading
CareFlight investigating Toowoomba-based chopper upgrade
Following State Government funding of $1.64 million to enable CareFlight to operate 24/7, the organisation is hiring 10 extra staff and is considering an upgrade to its helicopter. Premier Anna Bligh made the announcement while visiting CareFlight’s Toowoomba operation with Member for Toowoomba North Kerry Shine. Tony Miller (CareFlight Pilot), Premier Anna Bligh, Member for Toowoomba North Kerry Shine On Toowoomba Hospital Helipad from left: Tony Miller (CareFlight Pilot), Premier Anna Bligh, CareFlight Bear, Member for Toowoomba North Kerry Shine, Paul Young (CareFlight Director), Ryan Purchase (Crewman) “I am now aware CareFlight is investigating upgrading to a helicopter which can fly longer distances. An upgraded chopper would also carry two patients instead of one and would be equipped with a hoist to enable patients to be winched out of difficult terrain. “CareFlight has already hired four extra staff including pilots and air crew and is planning to recruit a further six extra staff including pilots, air crew and casual doctors. “CareFlight begins operating seven days a week from this Saturday. Once these new staff members have been recruited and trained, CareFlight will move to a 24-hours-a-day operation – in about two to three months. This boost in a life-saving service will make a real difference to the region especially with the growth we are expecting,” Ms Bligh said. Member for Toowoomba North Kerry Shine, who campaigned strongly for the funding boost, said he was impressed with CareFlight’s implementation planning. “Once the state government support was announced, CareFlight really hit the ground running. Ihe people of the region will take great comfort in the fact that day or night CareFlight will be there when they are needed.” Mr Shine said. CareFlight CEO Ashley Van de Velde said the communities to be serviced by CareFlight were very supportive. “We are a not-for-profit organisation and it’s only through the support of our sponsors and now the State Government that we can offer this enhanced service to the region,” Mr Van de Velde said. Further Information: Phone: 4638 5755 Fax: 4638 4056 Email: toowoomba.north@parliament.qld.gov.au Continue reading
Council Connections: Week 4, June 2010
Toowoomba Regional Council Connections The weekly program keeping you up to date with Toowoomba Regional Council’s facilities, activities and services. Council Connections with Darren Burton Darren talks about Bushcapades and Art Gallery workshops for the school holidays. We have some information on the Highfields water supply, the Heritage Advisory Service and the Dial Before You Dig program as well as a couple of reminders for animal registrations and business licences. Continue reading
2010 QLD Training Awards Darling Downs South West Regional Finalists
Twenty-one of the Darling Downs South West region’s best employers, apprentices, trainees and vocational students are preparing to compete in their local final as part of the Queensland Government’s top industry awards program — the Queensland Training Awards. Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year Caleb Mayne from Kingaroy Jacob McMahon from Highfields Desiree Kirby from Toowoomba Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year Penelope Gardner from Centenary Heights Josephine Shannon from Dalby Amanda Tronc from Chinchilla Vocational Student of the Year Daniel Abot from Toowoomba Rheanna Summers from Toowoomba Cheryl Walsh from Nanango School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year Jake Jones from Middle Ridge Bonnie Shipper from Rockmount Sophie-Lee Smith from Highfields Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year Joseph Frey from Goondiwindi Rheanna Summers from Toowoomba Amanda Tronc from Chinchilla Small Employer of the Year Diesel Electrics, Dalby Payton Kitchens, Toowoomba Urban Hi-Lights, Toowoomba Employer of the Year Hastings Deering (Australia) Pty Ltd, Toowoomba Homestyle Bakeries Pty Ltd, Toowoomba Orford Refrigeration, Toowoomba Member for Toowoomba North Kerry Shine says the awards honour achievements across a host of industries vital to the state’s success. “Queensland’s vocational education and training programs are highly regarded around the world and, at a local level, help communities reap the benefits of skilled workers and competitive industries,” Mr Shine said. Mr Shine said the Darling Downs South West region finals, one of seven being staged across Queensland, will be held at the Stanthorpe Civic Centre on Friday July 30, 2010. Winners then progress to the state final in September at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, where finalists in a further four categories will also be presented. State winners will also have the chance to enter the Australian Training Awards in Sydney in November. The Queensland Training Awards, now in their 49 th year, are run by the Queensland Government’s Department of Education and Training. For more information on the Queensland Training Awards, visit www.qta.qld.gov.au . Continue reading
Council Connections: Week 3, June 2010
Toowoomba Regional Council Connections The weekly program keeping you up to date with Toowoomba Regional Council’s facilities, activities and services. Council Connections with Darren Burton This week’s program is on Children’s holiday programs (Bushcapades and Art Gallery), there are also reminders about business licences, dog and cat licences and the sustainable house closing. We tell people of rates notices coming out, roadworks and we ask again for volunteers for the Multicultural Festival. Continue reading
Warwick Emergency Services Remember Day
The theme is ‘Remember Day’ which will highlight that members of the Warwick Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance and SES) remember those who have been killed or injured in traffic crashes and encourage members of the community to: firstly remember those persons and secondly remember to drive safely themselves. The morning will consist of the following * Street parade of emergency service vehicles (Police, Fire, Ambo and SES) on Tuesday 22/6/10 commencing 0900hrs going down Palmerin from Percy Street to Leslie Park, Warwick * A short service and speeches in Leslie Park conducted by Police Chaplain. Music by Warwick State High School Band. * Emergency service vehicles and personnel available to public. The event should take no more than 1 hour. As part of the Service a black wrist band with the word ‘Remember’ on it will be distributed to signify this commitment to remember those killed and injured as well as remembering to drive safely yourself. It is hoped that the community generally and schools will support this initiative. Warwick Emergency Services Remember Day has been arranged in partnership with the Warwick Emergency Services, Warwick Daily News and Southern Downs Regional Council Greg Morrow District Officer Queensland Police Warwick District Office, 86 Fitzroy Street, Warwick Ph 4660 4450 Continue reading
