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Pet Reconnect for Flood Affected Owners
A dedicated WEBSITE has been set up for all lost and found animals during the flood crisis which can be accessed by going to www.qldfloodanimals.weebly.com So far we have 180 animals listed that have been directly affected by the Queensland Floods and the website has been accessed by over 3000 people in the last few days. It is the best chance for those trying to reunite with their animals. Pet Reconnect.also has a FB page link at ….. http://www.facebook.com/pages/PET-Reconnect/133387260057638 We have had over 40 reuinions and are working closely with the RSPCA, The Qld Horse Council (who have us prominently on their front page) and are the govt sanctioned body for all horse issues – and Brisbane, Lockyer Valley/Ipswich and Rockhampton Councils who are all working closely with us. The Website has up to date news on all flood issues related to animals and is linked to all relevant organisations, animal shelters, welfare groups etc. We are continuing to write up lost and found posts from dozens of Facebook pages if people have not posted with us directly and have developed YOUTUBE videos (going to air this week) for all Lost and Founds on the website and have distributed 500+ flyers of the lost and found postings around the Brisbane/Ipswich Area. Submitted by Julie Cook Pet Reconnect Continue reading
Missing Person, Toowoomba
Police are appealing for public information in relation to a possible missing person in the Toowoomba region. The photo attached was received by a local police officer from a member of the public overlooking the floods from the Grand Central Shopping Centre, looking on to Dent Street, Toowoomba on Monday, 10th January. Police are appealing for anyone with information as to the identity of the person, pictured bottom right, and their current location to come forward. Anyone with information is urged to contact Toowoomba Police as soon as possible on 46 316 333 or Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day. Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service. Continue reading
Toowoomba Apex Clubs & Lifeline Combine Efforts
Support Grantham Flood Victims
Like many of those affected by the flood disaster, displaced Grantham resident Nury Barros simply could not sit idle listening to the loss of her neighbours. Instead she has been hard at work establishing a disaster relief and rebuilding fund. ‘Grantham Flood Support’ started as a Facebook group, which in its second day has around 900 supporters. A website was launched to accept donations and sell raffle tickets. After just 30 minutes, nearly $500 has been banked. One of the fund’s mandates is that all proceeds raised are directed to Grantham and surrounding areas. Ms Barros says “As a resident, I will be making sure every cent ends up in the Lockyer Valley helping flood victims.” The Lockyer Valley Regional Council has thrown it’s weight behind the venture as an official supporter. At the website, www.granthamfloodsupport.com visitors can assist in three different ways: 1) Donate products and services as raffle prizes 2) Buy raffle tickets ($5 each) 3) Make donations using credit card “Little Grantham, a town of less than 1000 people, is counting more bodies than Brisbane. It really is the ‘ground zero’ of the flood disaster,” Ms Barros explains. “The town is completely gone and we’ll have to go through months of rebuilding just to have a ‘home’ again.” At this stage, one local business owner has expressed interest in hosting an event to benefit Grantham Flood Support. Details on this will be forthcoming. FOR INFORMATION: Nury Barros, Chairperson Grantham Flood Support ABN: 23 304 576 18 Phone: 0428 267 586 or 07 46 388 488 E-mail: info@granthamfloodsupport.com Website: www.granthamfloodsupport.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/granthamfloodsupport Continue reading
Council Connections: Special Flood Disaster Edition
Toowoomba Regional Council Connections Following Monday 10th of January’s Severe Weather occurrence in Toowoomba, the Toowoomba Regional Council requests the cooperation of residents and visitors in the recovery phase to the flash flooding in the CBD which has claimed at least 2 lives Darren Burton with Advice to Residents from TRC . Continue reading
Flood Update from Dalby Mon 10th January
Voice Report with Western Downs Regional Council Mayor, Ray Brown Western Downs Mayor Ray Brown this morning has advised that the ongoing flood conditions in the Dalby area have not affected residents normal drinking water supply. “I am pleased to report that the town’s water supply is now operating pretty much as routine. “Residents who are connected to the local supply can rest assured that the drinking water supply has not been impacted and potable water is available as normal. The Dalby bulk supply is currently maintaining its sufficient output to supply the town.” Cr Brown however reminds residents that Level Six restrictions remain in place. “Residents need to restrict water consumption to 100 litres per person per day which means essential uses such as drinking and showering only, no outside watering and unfortunately no flood clean up.” For information or flood assistance, contact the Dalby Disaster Management Coordination Centre on 4662 6666. Continue reading
Dalby Town Water Supply Critically Low
Due to a spike in water consumption Dalby’s water supply is now critically low and at risk of being depleted before the flooded Water Treatment Plant is recommissioned. Residents are restricted to emergency household use only – Drinking, Toilets and Showering. No evaporative air conditioners, no outside watering and no flood clean up. Western Downs Regional Council Mayor, Ray Brown Residents in need of assistance for flood clean up can call the Western Downs Local Disaster Coordination Centre as alternative sources are available to assist in clean up efforts. Residents are asked to use alternative water sources were possible such as rain water, bore water or bottled water. An Emergency SMS Alert was sent to residents Friday afternoon. Kerri Anderson, Strategy and Communications Manager Western Downs Regional Council Continue reading
Dalby Town Water Supply Critically Low
Due to a spike in water consumption Dalby’s water supply is now critically low and at risk of being depleted before the flooded Water Treatment Plant is recommissioned. Residents are restricted to emergency household use only – Drinking, Toilets and Showering. No evaporative air conditioners, no outside watering and no flood clean up. Western Downs Regional Council Mayor, Ray Brown Residents in need of assistance for flood clean up can call the Western Downs Local Disaster Coordination Centre as alternative sources are available to assist in clean up efforts. Residents are asked to use alternative water sources were possible such as rain water, bore water or bottled water. An Emergency SMS Alert was sent to residents Friday afternoon. Kerri Anderson, Strategy and Communications Manager Western Downs Regional Council Continue reading
Caution Required After Inundation
Police are urging the travelling public to drive with extreme caution as receding flood waters reveal underlying damage to roadways and infrastructure such as bridges and causeways. Leichardt Highway,Wandoan Warwick Area Police advise that hazards posed to drivers from the inundation the State has received has not lessened with the receding of flood waters and that many roads and bridges would have sustained damage to varying degrees.Careless motorists not only risk their lives and the lives of others, but face the possibility of prosecution if they drive negligently. Police are urging everyone to obey road closure signs and to travel with extreme caution, limiting non essential travel in any areas affected by localised flooding. Continue reading
Council Connections: Week 5, December 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 We cover general information like council closing times, the new Permanent Conservation water level, animal management responsibilities, Cooby Dam Wall recreation area being closed, library workshops for school holidays, call for Masters athletes, Graffiti Busters hotline and the usual emergency number reference. Continue reading
