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www.burdekincommunityassociation.org.au A GOLD COIN DONATION
WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
www.facebook.com/bca1975
FEB-MAR
Burdekin Shire Council celebrate Queensland Women’s Week 2021 2021
#QueenslandWomensWeek #IWD2021 #ChooseToChallenge
Contents
1 Burdekin Shire Council celebrate Women’s Week 2021
2 Featured on our front cover
3 Profile-Burdekin Community Association Inc
4 Burdekin Social Opportunities
5 What’s on Burdekin Delta Cinemas & Volunteers Needed
6 Helpful Tips
7 Stage three of Parker Street Upgarde to commence
8 Behavioural Optometry—Eyecare Plus
9 Burdekin Woodcraft Association
10 By George—George Christensen Editorial
11 Garden weed management article
12 BSC Update by Mayor Lyn McLaughlin
13 BSC Update by Mayor Lyn McLaughlin p2
14 Recipe: Baked Feta Pasta from Tik Tok
15 Puzzle Page
Debra Cochran
16 Dec/Jan Edition 181 Puzzle Page Answers
Chief Executive Officer
17 Medical Care Guide & Pharmacy Roster Burdekin Community Association Inc (BCA)
18 What’s on Around Town Telephone: (07) 4783 3744
19 Coming soon to the Burdekin Theatre Mobile: 0407 637 421
20 Cleaning up Mould Facsimile: 4783 3990
21 Cleaning up Mould p2 Email: Debra.Cochran@bcaburdekin.org.au
22 Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival Save the Date Website:
23 Reader Contributions www.burdekincommunityassociation.org.au
24 Be Connected @ BCA Facebook: www.facebook.com/bca1975
25 QSTARS information
26 Last iMP—”Last Impression”
27 Last IMP—”Last Impression” p2
28 BCA Home Care Service
29 BCA Home Care Service p2
30 Burdekin District History
Contact details for all editorial or
31 Burdekin District History p2
advertising
32 What is Elder Abuse and how to get help
33 Eathorne’s Tide Times
Magazine Editor: Rebecca Grogan
34 Women in the QPS: Investigating cold case homicides Telephone: (07) 4783 3744
35 Women in the QPS: Investigating cold case homicides p2 Mobile : 0427 753 899
36 What’s Happening at BCA Rural Health Email: Rebecca.Grogan@bcaburdekin.org.au
FEATURED ON OUR FRONT COVER
We are inspired every day by the inspirational and innovative
women not only in the Burdekin Shire, but making a difference
across the State, country and world.
The theme of Queensland Women’s Week 2021 was celebrating
our present and owning our future—and the future is looking
incredible if the bright minds in this photo are anything to go by!
The theme encourages us to reflect on the achievements of
women in managing a year impacted by additional challenges and
to look to a future made brighter as a result of the efforts of
women in various roles.
Recognising and celebrating the contribution of women and girls
enriches and strengthens our communities and creates a more
equal Queensland where everyone is valued.
#QueenslandWomensWeek #IWD2021
#ChooseToChallenge
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Burdekin Community Association Inc.
BCA has been established since 1975 “To provide direct relief to the aged,
families, children and individuals who are experiencing poverty, sickness,
suffering, distress, misfortune, disability or helplessness.” BCA is a
registered charity & the largest NFP community organization in the shire.
BCA’S main Services/Programs include :
The Support Centre Home Care Service
Burdekin Community Directory Burdekin Community Transport NQ Program
Information Hub Commonwealth Home Support Program
Support Groups & Network Groups Home Care Packages Program
Office & Meeting Room Hire National Disability Insurance Scheme
Visiting Community Services Qld Community Support Scheme
Community Recovery Centre Qld Country Care Navigation Program
Wellways Carer Gateway Service
Housing & Community Support Service Brokered Services (i.e. Veterans Home Care)
Community Support Services Program
Crisis Accommodation Program Burdekin Centre for Rural Health & Burdekin
Dignity Program Community Rehabilitation Centre
Domestic & Family Violence Support Service Integrated Chronic Care Program
Older People’s Action Program Psychological Therapies Program
Safe Connections Program Suicide Prevention CAP Program
SecondBite Community Connect Program Telehealth Hub
Specialist Homelessness Service Support Groups & Network Groups
State Emergency Relief Program Office & Meeting Room Hire
Visiting Health Professionals
Volunteer Service Community Recovery Centre
Be Connected Program
Community Information Centre
Community Visitors Scheme
Volunteer Program
Work for the Dole Hosting Program
Office Locations
The Support Centre ( Head Office) : 130 Queen St, Ayr 4783 3744
Community Information Centre: 119 Queen St, Ayr 4783 7633
Burdekin Centre for Rural Health (The Homestead) & 4783 2711
Burdekin Community Rehabilitation Centre: 12a Chippendale St, Ayr
Website: www.burdekincommunityassociation.org.au
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Burdekin Social Opportunities
Ayr Amateur Anglers Fishing Club Ayr Cuppa Club Old Time Dancing
Ayr Anzac Club, Ayr Uniting Church Hall, Ayr St Helen’s Anglican Church Hall, Home Hill
Every second Thursday 7.00 pm Every second Wednesday Every Saturday 8.00 pm to 11.30 pm
Ph. Kevin Richards 4783 3756 Ph. George Neilson 0418 188 546 Ph. Merle 4782 1604 / Tom 4783 1616
Crochet Group CWL Home Hill Card Mornings Burdekin Bocce Club Inc.
Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre Catholic Parish Hall, Home Hill International Drive, Ayr
40 Chippendale Street, Ayr Every second, third and fourth Thursday Weekly social games SUNDAY 3.00pm - 5.30pm
Monday afternoons 1pm to 5 pm 9.00 am to 12 noon Phone: Club house 4783 3815 /
Ph. 4783 4243 Ph. Lydia Toohey 4782 1905 Regina 0408 728 576
Brandon Senior Citizens Local Ambulance Committee Bingo
Ayr State High School Bingo
Old Renown Theatre, Brandon Anzac Club, Ayr
Ayr Anglican Church Hall
Meets second Friday of the month Every Tuesday 9.30 am
Every Saturday 2.00 pm
9.30am Ph. Marla 4783 2998
Ph. Audrey Hazel 4783 1872
Phone: Terry 4782 5224
Ayr & District Orchid & Allied Plants Society Friends and Neighbours Handicraft
Ayr Handicrafts Association
C.W.A. Hall, Young St, Ayr Home Hill Community Sports Club
CWA Hall, Ayr
First Tuesday monthly 7.30 pm (ex Bowls Club)
Every Tuesday 12.30 pm
Ph.: Sharon Kenny 4782 5116 or Every Wednesday 9.00 am
Ph. Lorraine Fuller 4782 5580
Violet Kachel 4783 4388 Ph: Rosalea - 0427 804 129
Mahjong Fuller Masonic Lodge
Home Hill Choral Society Inc.
Burdekin Neighborhood Centre Macmillan street, Ayr
81 Ninth Avenue, Home Hill
Every Monday—1pm Meets fourth Wednesday monthly 7.30 pm
Practice: Wednesdays 7 pm
Ph. Merle — 4783 1954 except March & December
Ph. Cheryl Platt - 0407 752 452
Ph. Mike L’Huillier - 4783 1177
Burdekin Men’s Shed Association
155-157 Young Street, Ayr Lower Burdekin Historical Society Inc. Burdekin Machinery Preservationists
Meet & greet sessions Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat Meet Third Wednesdays monthly 4.30 pm Brandon Heritage Precinct
8.00am-11.30am, Crown Hotel, Home Hill Last Monday monthly 8 pm
Meetings 3rd Saturday of each month 1.30pm, Ph. Laura 47821 434 Ph. Malcolm 47837605
Phone: 4783 1223
Burdekin Woodcraft Association Inc Burdekin Laurel Club
30 Little Drysdale Street, Ayr Ayr Anzac Club, Ayr Burdekin Roadrunners & Walkers
Open days: Wed. 9am. Sat 9am. Third Friday Monthly 9.30 am Phone: Tony Felesina 4783 4016 / 0417 643 269
Ph. Mindi Lennon. 0408 986 869 Ph. Esther McIntosh 4782 5276
Queensland Country Women’s Association
Ayr
Table Bowls Writers Group
Q.C.W.A. Hall, 117 Young St, Ayr
Phone: Peter 4783 4938(A/H)/4782 3825(W/H) Phone: 4783 2601 / 4783 2163
1st Wednesday of the month at 3.30pm
Phone: 0408 835 503
Burdekin Family History Association Burdekin Senior’s Computer Club
Burdekin Art Society
Home Hill Memorial Hall Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
154 MacMillan Street, Ayr.
Third Saturday of the month Every 1st & 3rd Thursday monthly
Every Tuesday from 9 am.
9.30am 9.15am to 11.15am
Ph. Louisa—0448 509 927
Phone: Kathleen 4783 2401 Ph. 4783 4243
Burdekin District 4WD Club Inc. Burdekin Artisans Community Assn.
Burdekin Patchwork and Quilters Guild
Meets Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre. ‘170 Arts on the Avenue’,
QCWA Hall, Young Street, Ayr
1st Tuesday of the month at 7.30 pm. 170 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill.
9.30-3.00 on1st; 3rd; 5th Saturdays monthly
(Except December) Open every Tuesday to Saturday 10am to
Ph. Maryann Kelly 4782 6868
Ph. Ross 0429 142 800 4 pm. Ph. Jane Farmer—0427147009
Burdekin Gem and Mineral Society Inc. NASHOS
Clubhouse, 86/88 Graham Street, Ayr RSL Hall, Eleventh Avenue, Home Hill
Second Wednesday Monthly 8 pm First Sunday Monthly 9.30 am
Ph. John Paine 0747 833 826 Ph. Bev Woods 4782 2368 / Don 61400238758
Are you part of a social group that meets regularly and is in need of some new members or faces? Let us know so we
can include your details in our Magazine. Email: rebecca.grogan@bcaburdekin.org.au; phone 0747833744 or drop into
the Support Centre, 130 Queen Street Ayr during business hours Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.
The Community Connections The Community Connections
magazine is proudly supported magazine is proudly supported
by the Burdekin Shire Council by the Ayr Rotary Club
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Ph: 4783 5459
NEW MOVIES SHOWING
February-march
RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON
PG - 129MINS - ANIMATION
In a realm known as Kumandra, a
re-imagined Earth inhabited by
an ancient civilization, a warrior Burdekin Community Association Inc. are
named Raya is determined to find recruiting for volunteers. Have you been
the last dragon. thinking of getting involved within your local
community? Volunteers can make a huge
difference for someone in need.
Help us give you an opportunity to make a
difference. We have many volunteering
opportunities that can suit you and your
WRONG TURN needs.
MA - 125MINS - HORROR Please consider applying to volunteer with us
Friends hiking the Appalachian and proactively improve the life of others, as
Trail are confronted by ‘The well as increasing your own benefits on a
personal scale.
Foundation’, a community of Volunteering is a great way to meet new
people who have lived in the people, to increase personal satisfaction,
mountains for hundreds of years. encouraging interaction between people and
strengthening the bond with your
community.
THE LITTLE THINGS
M - 143 MINS - CRIME
Kern County Deputy Sheriff Joe
Deacon is sent to Los Angeles for If you’re interested in giving an hour a week or
what should have been a quick
evidence-gathering assignment. fortnight (or more) of your time, please don’t
Instead he becomes embroiled in hesitate to contact BCA Volunteer
the search for a serial killer who
is terrorizing the city. Coordinator, Rita Quagliata on 47833744.
THE MARKSMAN
M - 123MINS - ACTION
A rancher on the Arizona border
becomes the unlikely defender of
a young Mexican boy desperately Come and meet our team at:
fleeing the cartel assassins 102 Edwards Street, Ayr.
who’ve pursued him into the U.S.
Daytime Phone: (07) 4783 2911
After Hours Phone: (07) 4783 2911
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READER CONTRIBUTIONS
Have something that you would
love to share? We are giving you
the opportunity contribute to our
Magazine. Please send us your
hints and tips and you could see
them featured in a future edition of
the Community Connections
Magazine.
Email:
Rebecca.Grogan@bcaburdekin.or
g.au or drop in to the Support
Centre, 130 Queen Street, Ayr.
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Stage three of Parker Street
upgrade to commence
The next stage of Parker Street’s drainage
duplication upgrade and roundabout
construction will commence this weekend,
requiring a traffic diversion off Queen
Street.
Stage three of the upgrade will partially
close the intersection of Parker and Queen
Streets from this Sunday, 7 March until late
March, weather permitting.
Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Lyn
McLaughlin said the upgrade would benefit
residents and business owners along the
East End section of Queen Street, improve
drainage and make Parker Street safer for travel along that section of road, however
motorists and pedestrians. must follow the directions of all signage.
“Stage two of the Parker Street upgrade “Despite roadworks continuing, all shops
included the construction of a roundabout in the area remain open and I encourage
on the Parker and MacMillan Streets residents to continue shopping locally and
intersection, which will make the getting their entries in for the Burdekin
intersection much safer and is a welcome Rewards Loyalty Program – most
addition for all business owners and businesses in the East End area are
residents. While stage three of the Parker participating stores in the program,
Street upgrade will require further ensuring that every time you shop, you’re
diversions, I want to thank all road users one stamp closer to an entry.”
for their patience as this major Stage three of the Parker Street upgrade
infrastructure project is completed,” Cr will commence on Sunday 7 March, and is
McLaughlin said. expected to be completed in late March,
“An important diversion as part of this road weather permitting. Motorists are advised
closure is that caravans and heavy or long to follow the directions of all signage and
vehicles will not be able to travel along crew in the area. Council apologises for
Queen Street between Edwards and Parker the inconvenience. Aqua Project Solutions
Streets, due to there being no adequate are the lead agent on this project, with
space for them to perform a U-turn prior to queries directed to the Manager on Site at
the closed intersection. Regular-sized 0447 500 569.
vehicles wanting to access any of the Published: 03/03/2021, Burdekin Shire Council News,
businesses along Queen Street are able to https://www.burdekin.qld.gov.au/news/article/796/stage-three-of
-parker-street-upgrade-to-commence-this-sunday
Hearing tests for adults and children over 3 years
Hearing aids—FREE for eligible Pensioners
Freecall 1800 008 308
Visiting 3 days per month at Burdekin Centre for Rural
Health, 12a Chippendale St, Ayr
Sarah Logen—Audiometrist
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want them to do
• manages amblyopia and strabismus
(turned eyes)
• assesses vision processing skills
• provides vision therapy services
To help address vision problems a
Behavioural optometrist may try a
number of treatments including the use of
specially-designed lenses and prisms,
vision exercises and or therapy, along
with instructions related to visual hygiene.
Visual hygiene is about ensuring that the
visual system is allowed to operate in the
most optimal and comfortable conditions
What is “Behavioural possible, it often includes consideration of
a person’s posture, working distance,
Optometry”? spectacle needs and prescribed breaks
while performing visual tasks.
Shannon Davies, Optometrist, Although the majority of Behavioural
Optometrists’ patients are children,
ACBO Member Behavioural Optometry may be suitable
for patients of any age if their condition is
Behavioural optometrists do all the things that likely to respond to this treatment.
optometrists do with adult and children's eyes, but
extend eye care to a total approach to vision. In There are other health professionals who
Australia optometrists are required by law to be are not optometrists, who offer elements
Registered with the Allied Heath Professionals of Behavioural optometry related practice
Registration Authority and are governed by the but do not have the same training and
Optometry Board of Australia. Behavioural qualifications, and may not be registered
Optometrists have the same qualifications as all with Government Authorities. With a
other optometrists registered in Australia. Registered ACBO Member Optometrist
you are sure of what you are getting in
Behavioural optometrists believe that your visual expertise and service. College Members
status and the way you interpret what you see is must hold the required university
not just dependent on how clear your eyesight is. qualification and Registration to practice
While an optometrist predominately uses a wall as an optometrist, and in addition they
chart to check eyesight, a Behavioural optometrist must complete a basic training program
will use a number of different tests and measures in the subject of behavioral optometry.
to check visual processing.
The Australasian College of Behavioural
A Behavioural optometrist: Optometry members have an obligation
• ensures vision development in children is to attend Continuing Professional
progressing as it should and is not impacting Development events specific to
their ability to learn Behavioural Optometry, in addition to that
• explores how someone’s eyes work in the
required to maintain their registration as
distance but also how they work when reading optometrists. Check the ACBO website
or using various types of technology for further information and to find a
registered ACBO Member Optometrist
• ensures that the focus, movements and
www.acbo.org.au
teaming of the eyes are working efficiently
and have the stamina for everything that you
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We have for sale some larger items. One is a
BURDEKIN very cleverly designed unit which converts from
a comfortable garden bench to a picnic table
with attached bench seats. A second is an
WOODCRAFT attractive folding bar suitable for BBQ
areas. Made from solid Kwila, a very heavy
ASSOCIATION timber, it will not be blown around by storms
and is available for a fraction of its usual
commercial price. A third is a table from locally
grown Burdekin Plum, also a heavy timber with
Well, here we are more than a quarter of the an attractive grain. It measures 2.1 metres by
way through 2021, already. Doesn’t time go 1.1 metres, and would be a great feature for
fast when you are having fun? Members are any dining room. The timber for this was
as always busily engaged in making their flattened on our new Wood Wizz, purchased
personal projects, as well as crafting items last year through a grant from the Gaming
large and small ordered by Machine Community Benefit Fund. Since
customers. Among these are two tables from assembly this machine has been in almost
Rose Gum, a beautiful timber from southern constant use, milling large slabs for both
Queensland, a small table to hold a clothes members and customers. If you have a timber
dryer at a comfortable working height, and a slab which needs levelling, please contact us
large wooden mailbox (painted mailbox red of and we will put it in the queue.
course). Other customer projects include
renovating a small dining table, and repairing As always we recommend that you make us
an ornate dining chair. your first choice for all your woodworking needs
as we have members with the skills to handle
Privately, members have made lovely items virtually any project. We are at 30 Little
for other customers. These include a semi- Drysdale Street, just before the tennis courts,
trailer (prime mover pictured) made to order on Wednesday and Saturday mornings from
by our master toymaker, Geoff, and an around 8.00 till 11.30, and occasionally at other
interesting bench seat crafted from very old times if members need to work on their
hardwood floor boards. As well, one member items. You can contact Mindi on 0418 986869,
made two large charcuterie boards, one from Phillip on 0409 615559, or find us on Facebook.
Blue Quandong, and the other from
Brushbox. Charcuterie boards are the current Phillip Scuderi
trend for serving a collection of processed Burdekin Woodcraft Association Inc.
meats as well as cheeses, etc. Commercial
boards are usually around 40cm long; these
a wooden prime
were custom made to about a metre long. mover made by
Geoff
In upgrades to our workshop, we were
fortunate to be able to have new bathroom
cabinets installed thanks to a much
appreciated donation from Home
Hardware. We thank them sincerely for it. As
well, we replaced all our fire extinguishers and
the fire hose to meet the current
standards. We hope they are never needed.
In January we held our annual “Christmas”
party to thank the members for their
contribution to the Association. For some time
now we have held these in January to avoid
very busy December schedules, and this year
was held at the CWA Hall where the air- our new bathroom
conditioning was much appreciated. Many cabinets
thanks to the CWA members
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National Government’s Building Better
Regions Fund. Grants of between $20,000
and $10 million are on offer, under two
streams, Infrastructure Projects and
Community Investments. Our region has
benefited greatly from previous rounds of
the BBRF with investments in a number of
Alligator Creek intersection upgrade crucial projects such as the Mackay ‘Sugar
funds on the table Bowl’ skate park, boat ramp upgrades, CQ
Life-saving measures on our roads are Rescue facility upgrade, council chambers
planned at two locations in the Townsville at Proserpine, Whitsunday Sportspark,
region, as part of a program to protect Whitsundays water supply and Burdekin
road users and also support local jobs. council economic development.
The Federal Government will contribute Applications for Round 5 of the Building
$1.32 million towards a Bruce HIghway Better Regions Fund close on 5 March
intersection upgrade at Alligator Creek 2021. Successful applicants are expected
Road, with the State Government to be announced in mid-2021. Visit
contributing $330,000 for the work to go www.business.gov.au/bbrf for more
ahead. A further $7 million will be information.
contributed by the Federal Government
for the installation of wide centreline
treatment on the Flinders Highway Authorised by Federal Member for
between Hocking Road and Toonpan Dawson George Christensen, 2/21
Lagoon, southwest of Townsville. The Milton St, Mackay Qld 4740.
State Government contribution for this PH: 4944 0662
work is $1.76 million. This funding is www.georgechristensen.com.au
subject to “use it or lose it” provisions
which means these projects are expected
to be delivered by June 30 this year.
Building regions
PROPONENTS of projects which create
jobs and better our region, particularly
those which are tourism-related, are urged
to find out more about the Morrison Liberal
Edition 182 Page 10 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsGARDEN WEED MANAGEMENT: HOW
TO CONTROL WEEDS IN YOUR GARDEN
roots have not yet established themselves.
Larger areas, however, may call for additional
weed removing tools, like a hoe or tiller. Hoes
are great for getting weeds near or in
between other plants as well as in tight
spaces. Both manual and powered rotary
tillers can also take care of weeds, but they’re
best used before the garden has become
established since their deep cultivation runs
the risk of damaging plant roots. Therefore,
you may want to focus on using these tools in
areas such as rows or paths rather than
Managing weeds in the garden is not one of within close proximity of garden plants.
our favorite things to do – it’s more like a Permanent Weed Control Unfortunately,
necessary evil. While we may have a love for even with all our best efforts, pesky weeds
plants, weeds can oftentimes become more can get the better of us. In these instances, a
of a nuisance in and around the garden. They more permanent weed control regimen may
compete with our garden plants for light, be needed. This usually comes in the form of
water, nutrients, and space. Unfortunately, chemical control with the use of herbicides,
weeds are also more adapted to the areas in though some organic types are available as
which they seem to pop up and are well. It’s particularly important that you read
sometimes more difficult to control as a and follow label instructions carefully, as not
result. Garden Weed Management When it all herbicides for weed control are the same.
comes to weed control in gardens, both For example, pre-emergent types control
patience and persistence are necessary. weeds by preventing seed germination. Post-
And, of course, some weed removing tools emergent herbicides are only used on
may be handy too. Dense planting and the established weed growth. Additionally, most
application of mulch can be one of the most herbicides are not recommended for use on
effective methods in managing weeds. In vegetables or other edible plants, though
addition to helping with soil moisture, mulch some may be labeled for use on selected
reduces weed growth by reducing the light vegetable crops. Other types may simply be
weed seeds require for germination. Those used for specific ornamental plantings.
that do somehow germinate (and they Boiling water or white vinegar sprays are
sometimes do) can usually be pulled up effective alternatives to chemical control, but
rather easily. All weeds should be removed care should be taken not to get any on
while they are still young. Leaving them in the nearby plants, as both of these methods kill
garden to grow or go to seed will only make the plants they come into contact with.
their removal more difficult and allows their Selecting the type that best fits your specific
seeds a chance to spread. Hand pulling situation is critical in establishing effective
young weeds works well in small garden weed control in gardens.
beds. They can be easily pulled up,
Sourced 9th March 2021 from Gardening Know How: Garden Weed
especially when the ground is wet from Management: How To Control Weeds In Your Garden https://
watering or just after a good rain, since their www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/weed-control.htm
Edition 182 Page 11 BCA Inc. Community Connectionswith Mayor Lyn McLaughlin
Hello readers, Citizen of the Year Colin Casswell and
What a wet start to the year it has Junior Citizen of the Year Sarah
been! While the rainfall has been McDonnell.
fantastic for growers across the Shire, it
has definitely slowed infrastructure The Burdekin Local Disaster
projects such as the Parker Street Management Group (LDMG) activated
drainage duplication and MacMillan twice in January in response to both
Street roundabout construction. I want Tropical Cyclones Imogen and Kimi.
to thank residents for their patience and While Imogen weakened into a Tropical
for obeying all detours and signage in Low prior to blowing over our Shire, she
place during these works. stuck around long enough to cause
localised flooding; whereas we were
The Parker Street upgrade will fortunate to have missed Tropical
significantly improve storm water Cyclone Kimi completely. I want to thank
drainage capacity around the East End all residents for being disaster ready, and
Centre area of Queen Street, and make remind everyone in the event of disaster
traffic flow on MacMillan safer with a to tune in to local radio station Sweet FM
roundabout installed at the Parker and 97.1 and check Burdekin’s Disaster
MacMillan Streets intersection. Dashboard for updates at
Infrastructure projects such as this disaster.burdekin.qld.gov.au.
replace pipes, valves and mains that
are often more than 60 years old with The Burdekin Rewards Loyalty Program
modern technology to extend its continues to be well-supported with more
lifespan and ensure better services for businesses coming on board each
residents. I want to thank contractor month. The Ayr and Home Hill Chambers
Aqua Project Solutions for their of Commerce continue to support local
commitment to this project and businesses with the program, which
ensuring all businesses in the area rewards residents for shopping at local
could remain open throughout businesses – it’s as simple as getting
construction. your rewards card stamped and placing
it in the barrel for your chance to win one
One of my first tasks every year – but of the monthly $50 gift cards or annual
also one of my favourites – is the $1,000 gift cards. Good luck!
naturalisation of our Shire’s newest
Australian citizens and the presentation Earlier this month, the first Burdekin
of the 2021 Australia Day Awards. This Industry Breakfast of the year was held
year’s Australia Day Ceremony at the at the Burdekin Theatre. We were lucky
Burdekin Theatre was well attended to hear from Dave Mackay, General
with two Australian citizens naturalised Manager of Ravenswood Gold, and Paul
and a fantastic lineup of community Giordani, General Manager (Cane
representatives receiving Australia Day Supply & Grower Relations). It was
Awards. I want to take this opportunity fantastic to hear more about
to once again congratulate everyone Ravenswood Gold’s expansion, which
nominated, but especially the Burdekin will result in the site becoming the largest
Edition 182 Page 12 BCA Inc. Community Connectionsgold mine in Queensland, with roughly a third of
their workforce from the Burdekin. Wilmar is
equally impressive, bringing more and more of
their manufacturing in-house to ensure quality
products and more local jobs. Powers Of Attorney
Wills
Recently, the annual Fast Track North Queensland Retirement & Estate Planning
Talent Showcase was held at the Burdekin Theatre Conveyancing
where the best undiscovered performers from
across the North competed for more than $6,000 AYR
in cash and prizes, with entrants from as far afield Ph: 4783 1577
as Mackay, Townsville and even Sydney. I want to
send a special congratulations to overall winner
Michayla Feather and Fast Track to Fame winner, NEVER PAY ELECTRICITY AGAIN
Jonte Tupaea. Partly furnished units
Self-contained
As summer and the wet season come to an end, I
Air-conditioned
look forward to the coming months and the full
Electricity included
events calendar that comes with them: of particular
Only minutes from town
interest will be the return of the Sweet Days, Hot
Nights Festival with First Fire, Burdekin Cultural $210.00 per week
Fair and Australian Hand Cane Cutting A security Bond to be held
Championships from 27-29 May. Find more 114-118 Cameron Street, Ayr 4807
information at sweetdayshotnights.com.au. (07) 4783 3680 / 0452 321 975
Until next time,
Lyn McLaughlin
Mayor
BCA MONEYBOARD
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Edition 182 Page 13 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsIngredients so the residual heat cooks the garlic and
500g bowtie pasta releases the flavours from the red pepper
1/2 cup olive oil, plus more for finishing flakes.
2 boxes cherry tomatoes (app 500-700g)
1 x 250g block feta
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
A few pinches red pepper flakes
1 handful fresh basil leaves
Salt and pepper
Serves: 4
Preparation
Preheat oven to 200 degree Celsius. Add
olive oil to a baking dish and toss with Toss in the pasta and stir one more time.
whole cherry tomatoes, salt and pepper Finish with fresh basil, another splash of
until everything is coated. olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Add the feta in the middle and top with a
splash more of olive oil plus a few cranks
of fresh pepper. Bake for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the bowtie pasta
according to directions, then strain.
After the 30 minutes has passed, crank the
heat up to 230 degree Celsius and bake
for another 5-10 minutes or until the feta
and tomatoes have browned.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and
add garlic and red pepper flakes and stir Sourced 9th March 2021 from https://www.rachaelrayshow.com/
recipes/baked-feta-pasta-recipe-tiktok
Edition 182 Page 14 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsPUZZLE PAGE
Each edition we will be publishing our puzzles without solutions
(these will be available in the next edition of the Roundabout).
ACROSS
3 Old East German follows river to find perch (5)
8 Fool is one from Italian city (6)
9 Everyone is accommodating English friends (6)
10 Two notes from operatic heroine (4)
11 Not moving goods yet (5-5)
12 Thus African country produces African (6)
13 Capsize open vessel (8)
16 Gaunt young Irene performs in musical (5,3,4,3)
18 Teen reformed with goal stretch (8)
21 Police force has those people on film (3,3)
23 New peer’s given ring portraying Zeus’s daughter (10)
25 US general’s the dregs (4)
26 Give daughter a note perhaps (6)
27 The Italian is after fast food (6)
28 Play about District Attorney in the present time (5)
DOWN
1 American who inhabits the White House? (6)
2 One toiling at unravelling lawsuit (10)
3 Wine gets Sir Nigel drunk (8)
4 Over the moon, having climbed Everest? (2,3,2,3,5)
5 Deal with Equipment (6)
6 Idiot wants 150 bookds (4)
7 Retailer of wine collection, say (6)
12 Very hard worker is left inside bar (5)
14 Back home, I’ll follow cake with pasta (10)
15 Group of musicians not touring Tyneside (5)
17 Working honestly or dishonestly? (2,3,3)
19 Ollie upset wife so keep out of sight (3,3)
20 Computer manufacturer needs time to produce program (6)
22 Quote me retrospectively? It’ll make you sick (6)
24 Openers for Sussex caught and bowled but this chaps not
out (4)
Free Crosswords Online. (2019, February 25th).
Retrieved from http://alberichcrosswords.com
Can you name three
consecutive days without
using the words Monday,
Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday, Friday,
Saturday or Sunday?
Generated by http://opensky.ca/sudoku on Mon Feb 25th Sourced on 8th March 2021from https://www.riddles.com/
Edition 182 Page 15 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsDEC-JAN EDITION 181
PUZZLE PAGE ANSWERS
So, my daughter’s mother, that means “me”. Here in this riddle if you
replace the word “My” with “me” then the riddle reads “If Teresa’s daughter
is me, what am I to Teresa? Sounds clear right.
Therefore option C. Daughter is the correct answer.
For All Your Accounting Needs Including:
Edition 182 Page 16 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsCOUNSELLING
Medical Care Guide
Ayr Hospital—Community Mental Health Service (07) 4783 0890
Ayr Medical Group: 4783 9100
Beyond Blue—Anxiety and depression information 1300 224 636 2a Chippendale Street, Ayr
and support—Available 24/7
Dr. D. Oats Dr. S. Wijaya
Burdekin Centre for Rural Health - Free psycholo- (07) 4783 2711 Dr. R. Martinez Dr. I. Mussa
gy service for adults and children—Gp referral required Dr. S. Agilan Dr. N. Nimmala
Dr. S. Mukkamala Dr. M. R. Enrile
Centacare NQ—Individual and family counselling 1300 672 273 Dr. W. R. Taylor
Self referral
Outback Family Medicine: 4783 7999
Headspace—Free health services for young people (07) 4799 1799 140 MacKenzie Street, Ayr
aged 12-25 Dr. Margaret Culpan, Dr. W. Aung
Kids Helpline—Free and confidential support for 5-25 1800 551 800 Home Hill Women’s Clinic: 4782 2200
years old—Available 24/7 Home Hill Hospital, 42 Eighth Street
Dr. Narelle Martin
Lifeline—Crisis support and suicide prevention 13 11 14 Home Hill Surgery: 4782 1479
Available 24/7
67-69 Eighth Avenue, Home Hill
Mental Health Access Line 1300 642 255 Dr. S. Tata, Dr R. Yandra, Dr V. Pulavarthy
Confidential mental health triage service that provides The Family Practice At Ayr: 4783 3888
the first point of contact to public mental health services 10 Cameron Street, Ayr
to Queenslanders—Available 24/7 Dr. B. Susic, Dr K. Snook
Northern Australia Primary Health Ltd (07) 4799 1799
Free counselling services for people 14 years & over—
GP referral required Renewing your Queensland Drivers Licence
This list has been prepared by Burdekin Community Association Inc. and is current as at Feb 2019. Ayr QGAP: Fees: (New Smart Card)
For more information please contact (07) 4783 3744. (Phone 4761 2050) • 1 Year $82.15*
Monday, Tuesday, • 2 Years $114.55*
Wednesday & Friday • 3 Years $141.70*
FOOD RELIEF ASSISTANCE Local Radio 8.30 am to 4.30 pm • 4 Years $163.95*
A joint Community Response by Burdekin Thursday: 9.30 am to 4.30 pm
Stations (Subject to change) • 5 Years $183.95*
Community Association Inc. and St. Vincent
de Paul Society. Home Hill Police Station: Replacement Licence:
Triple M 92.3FM (Phone 47821 300) $78.75*
The Support Centre, 130 Queen Street, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
Ayr, Food Relief Clinic Every Monday Hit FM 93.1FM 9 am-12 o’clock. Photo ID Card: $71.80*
1:00pm-1:30pm Giru Police Station:
Marine Licence:$114.90*
Or through consultation with BCA Support Sweet FM 97.1FM
(Phone 47829 180)
Monday, Tuesday,
Staff Monday-Friday 9am-4pm Wednesday & Friday *as at 1st July 2020
(Centrelink Income Statement required) ABC Radio
101.5FM 9am-2pm.
Townsville
Queensland Health-Ayr Hospital St Andrews Lower Burdekin
Ayr Health Service can provide financial assistance through the Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme to MEALS ON WHEELS
eligible patients who need to travel away to other health services for procedures and tests not available 109 McMillan St AYR
locally. Application Forms/Claims can be lodged, Open for Claims—Monday to Friday 9 am to 1 pm
Phone 4783 2659
Courtesy Buggy Service LOCAL PHARMACIES
Townsville Hospital AFTER HOURS PHARMACY ROSTER
Courtesy buggy service-A free buggy Julie’s Pharmacy,
service is available for patients, their 144 Edwards Street, Ayr FEBRUARY
families and hospital visitors. Phone: 4783 1719. A/H: 0417 613 625
Courtesy buggies are available between
8am and 4 pm each weekday and provide Ayr Amcal Pharmacy Sunday 7th Terry White Chemmart
transport to paid car parks, Palliative Care, 82 Queen Street, Ayr
the Birth Centre, Ronald McDonald House Phone: 4783 1203 A/H: 4783 1203 Sunday 14th Julie’s Pharmacy
and Red Cross.
Burdekin Plaza Pharmacy
Buggies can be found at the main entrance 118-120 Edwards Street, Ayr Sunday 21st Ayr Amcal Pharmacy
of the hospital or call 4433 3174 to arrange Phone: 4783 5277
pick up. Sunday 28th Burdekin Plaza
Terry White Chemmart
109 Queen Street, Ayr
Phone: 4783 1235
Justice of the Peace Ayr Friendly Care Pharmacy MARCH
Services 2a Chippendale Street, Ayr
The Burdekin Library, Phone: 4783 1356
108 Graham Street, Ayr Sunday 7th Terry White Chemmart
Hours of operation: Home Hill Pharmacy
Every Tuesday 129-141 Eighth Ave, Home Hill Sunday 14th Julie’s Pharmacy
10 am to 2 pm. Phone: 4782 1084
Phone: 1300 301147 Sunday 21st Ayr Amcal Pharmacy
Mark Watson, Corner Pharmacy
www.qld.gov.au/jps 101 Eighth Ave, Home Hill
Phone: 4782 1228 Sunday 28th Burdekin Plaza
Edition 182 Page 17 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsLOCAL CHURCH SERVICE TIMES AROUND
Anglican Churches:
St Helen's 14th Street, Home Hill
Sunday - 9.00 am
TOWN?
All Saints MacMillan Street, Ayr
Sunday - 9.00 am and 5.30 pm
Ph: 4783 2293
Assemblies of God: Burdekin Beats Location: Multi-Purpose Hall,
Burdekin Community Church (Modern, fun dance fitness for Ayr Showgrounds
International Drive, Ayr people with disabilities) 9-21 Edward Street, Ayr
Sunday - 9.00 am and 5.00 pm
Ph: 4783 5937 Hosted by Amy Cranitch & Time: Starts 8th February, 2021
Burdekin Baptist Church:
Bhree Christensen Every Monday 6pm-7pm
151 Beach Road, Ayr 13YRS & UP Please contact Amy Cranitch
Sunday - 10.00 am 0438 799 249
Ph: 4783 7713
Burdekin Uniting Church:
32 Twelfth St, Home Hill
Sunday - 8.30am
Ayr Uniting MacKenzie Street, Ayr
Sunday - 10.00 am Ph: 4783 2251 Burdekin Auto Festival
Presbyterian Churches: Ayr Showgrounds
St Andrews 9th Avenue, Home Hill 9-21 Edward Street, Ayr
Sunday - 8.20 am
MacMillan Street, Ayr 23/04/2021—26/04/2021
Sunday – 10.00 am Time: 9AM
Ph: 4783 5771 Cost to be advised
Catholic Churches:
Sacred Heart Parish
98 Edward St, Ayr
Saturday - 6.00 pm
Sunday - 9.00 am and 5.30 pm
Ph: 4783 2316
St Colman's
10th Street, Home Hill 2021 Shane Muspratt Cup
Sunday - 7.00 am and 6.00pm Rugby Park
Ph: 4782 1695
112-140 Wickham St, Ayr
St Josephs, Clare
Saturday - 6.00 pm 10/04/2021-11/04/2021
Ph: 4782 1695 Cost: $4 entry per adult,
St Josephs, Giru Children are free
Sunday - 7.00 am Ph:4782 9135
Greek Orthodox:
St Stephen’s,
8th Avenue, Home Hill
1st Saturday monthly - 8.00 pm LOCAL MARKETS
Ph: 4783 5039
Plantation Park Markets Plantation Park Markets
Salvation Army Church:
Plantation Park, Ayr Plantation Park, Ayr
116 Young Street, Ayr
Sunday 10.00 am Vietnam Veterans Association Ayr State School P. & C.
Ph: 4783 2527 Every third Sunday monthly First Sunday monthly
Seventh Day Adventist Church: 8.00 am Ph. 4790 3333
15 Parker Street, Ayr Ph. Lynette 4783 1735 /
Thirteenth Avenue, Home Hill
Saturday - 9.30 am Don 4783 6627
Ph: 4783 6859
Burdekin Christian Outreach Centre:
26-30 Edward Street, Ayr Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
Sunday - 9.30 am and 6.30 pm 40 Chippendale Street, Ayr
The Gospel Outreach Centre Inc. Phone: 4783 4243
15/17 Cox Street, Ayr
Sunday 10.30 am & 6.30 pm
Burdekin Dementia Support Group
Ph: 0437 777 116 First Tuesday of every month, 10am
Burdekin Wesleyan Methodist Church Burdekin Support Group of Parkinson’s QLD
CWA hall—117 Young Street Ayr Last Friday of every month, 10am
Sunday - 3pm
Phone: 0427607315 Free Legal Community Legal Advice Program
First Tuesday of every month
Edition 182 Page 18 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsEdition 182 Page 19 BCA Inc. Community Connections
CLEANING UP MOULD
Air out the rooms
When returning to a flood-affected house or
building, dry it out quickly by opening all the
doors and windows. If possible, use fans, or
air-conditioners on dry mode, to speed up
the process. If the roof space was flooded, it
also will need extra ventilation to speed up
the drying process.
Porous items that can’t be easily cleaned
and have been wet for more than two days
Cyclones and floods are usually associated should be thrown out. This includes items
with excess moisture, long periods of heat such as mattresses, carpet, leather goods
and humidity, and pooling of water. These and ceiling insulation.
factors all help to create an environment that Moisture control is an effective method for
is favourable to the growth of mould. In controlling mould growth. In high rainfall
northern Queensland, mould is also a wet areas, such as north Queensland, this is
season issue, even without floods, and is not difficult to achieve, but other factors – such
uncommon in buildings. People can be as leaky plumbing, roofs and other fixtures
exposed to mould through inhalation, skin should be repaired as soon as possible. If
contact or ingestion. repainting walls or other hard surfaces prone
People with a normal immune system are to mould growth, anti-mould solutions can be
unlikely to be affected by mould. However, for added into paint to help minimise mould
some people, such as those with a true growth. Ask your painter or hardware
allergy to mould, asthma or lung disease, supplier for details.
elderly people or people with chronic Plants and bushes growing on or close to
diseases like diabetes or people with low outside walls help to hold in moisture and
immunity, such as people on cancer promote mould growth. Try to clear plants,
chemotherapy, exposure to mould may bushes and soil away from walls.
cause them to develop health problems. If
concerned, see your doctor. By reducing Clean mould
mould and by taking precautions when
Abrasively cleaning mould from a surface,
removing mould, you can help reduce the risk
such as with a dry brush, is not
of mould-related health problems.
recommended. This could release spores
into the air, which may cause adverse health
Identify mould affects and spread mould to other areas.
Sometimes you can see mould when it There are many effective products for killing
discolours walls, ceilings and other surfaces. and removing mould from walls, floors and
If you can’t see it you might be able to detect other hard surfaces. Household cleaning
a musty, unpleasant odour instead. agents or detergents can do an effective job
Edition 182 Page 20 BCA Inc. Community Connectionsif used correctly, as can white fermented Wear good quality rubber gloves while
vinegar cleaning solution. touching and cleaning mouldy items to
Using bleach is not recommended because protect your hands and nails. Protect your
it’s not an effective mould killer. However, eyes by wearing safety goggles with closed
bleach will help to eliminate other disease- in sides.
causing organisms that may be present If you have a lot of mould to clean or have
because of contaminated floodwaters. Mixing allergies, wear an N95/P2 disposable
cleaning agents is not recommended. For respirator. Standard dust masks do not
example, mixing bleach and ammonia can protect you from microscopic spores and
produce toxic fumes. bacteria. Be sure to follow the
Items that can be washed, such as stuffed manufacturer’s instructions and fit the mask
toys and linen, should be washed as usual. If properly.
in doubt, take them to a professional cleaner. Wear protective clothing that can be thrown
Otherwise discard the items as advised by away or washed easily.
your local council.
Non-porous items such as glass-ware and Prevent mould growth
some plastics can be washed in hot water Reducing the amount of moisture is the best
with a bleach solution or with a good quality way to control mould growth. While you can’t
disinfectant and air dried. If using a control factors like rain, you can repair other
dishwasher, clean and disinfect it first. Do the sources, like leaky plumbing, roofs and other
wash using a full cycle and hot water. fixtures, as soon as possible. If you’re
Air conditioning and other ventilation units are repainting walls or other hard surfaces you
a good environment for moulds and other can add an anti-mould solution to the paint to
bacteria to grow. Using the unit without help slow down mould growth. Ask your
cleaning it properly first can cause mould painter or hardware supplier for details.
spores to become airborne and be inhaled or Plants growing on or close to external walls
spread to other areas. It’s recommended that can hold in moisture and promote mould
you have air conditioners and ventilation units growth. Make sure your walls and weep
serviced by a qualified technician. holes are clear of plants and soil.
Protect yourself Sourced 9th March 2021 from https://www.qld.gov.au/community/disasters
-emergencies/recovery-after-disaster/cleaning-up/mould
Edition 182 Page 21 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsEdition 182 Page 22 BCA Inc. Community Connections
POSITION VACANT
Support Worker (Casual)
Burdekin Community Association Inc.
is a not-for-profit registered charity
which strives to fulfil the unmet social,
welfare and health needs of the
Burdekin community.
BCA Home Care Service is seeking a
number of Support Workers to join our
team. Do you have a warm and caring
nature and a positive attitude toward
client wellbeing? Support Workers
assist clients to remain in the
community by providing domestic
assistance, social support, respite
care and personal care.
Certificate III in Individual Support
(Ageing, Home and Community)
desirable but not essential. BCA
provides on the job training and
coaching.
READER CONTRIBUTIONS Please contact The Support Centre for
an application package, 130 Queen
Have something that you would love to Street, Ayr, by telephoning 47833744
share? We are giving you the or emailing bca@bcaburdekin.org.au
opportunity contribute to our
Magazine. Please send us your funny
jokes, stories and pictures and you www.burdekincommunityassociation.org.au
could see them featured in a future
edition of the Community Connections
Magazine. Are you feeling isolated and
alone? Please call our friendly
Email:
Rebecca.Grogan@bcaburdekin.org.au staff at the Burdekin Community
or drop in to the Support Centre, 130 Association. We are here to
Queen Street, Ayr. support and assist you.
Phone
(07)4783 3744
Carpets Steam Cleaned, including Upholstery/
Lounge/Dining Suites & Vehicles.
High Pressure Tile Grout Cleaning Floor Polishing.
Full Interior & Exterior Cleaning (Walls, Windows
etc.)
Discounts for Pensioners may Apply
For your free quote call:
Mobile—0419 733 091
Phone—4783 2946
Edition 182 Page 23 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsThe Burdekin Community Association Inc has
been fortunate in being a partner of the Be
Connected Network and to continue providing
support and improving senior’s digital literacy
and health skills. BCA has been a network
partner since the program commenced 2 years
ago. This is a great program that provides
digital support for people aged 50 plus. Our
sessions are all one on one, which are most
beneficial to any learner. The sessions are
tailored to suit each individual need and pace.
Sessions are held all in the friendly
environment of the BCA Computer Kiosk. The
BCA digital sessions are about building
confidence and learning new skills at your own
comfortable pace. The sessions cover many
different topics and courses, that provide an
immense wealth of key advice and practical
tips to help you the learner become more
involved in the digital world. We can help with
any of your digital issues that you might have
with your computer or smartphone. Don’t be
afraid to learn something new. Take the time,
book an appointment. The one-hour sessions
are available every day 9.30am to 1.30pm and
Fridays fortnightly. If you wish to make an
appointment or just to give it a trial. Contact
Rita Quagliata at BCA.
“Hello, I am Val Edwards and I am 93 years of
age. I will be 94 on the 16th November. I have
been attending the Burdekin Community
Associations digital sessions for a while now. I
enjoy learning anything that I possibly can. The
Burdekin Community Association is a wonderful
organization with many friendly people who are
always happy to help and provide friendly
advice. Rita the program coordinator, is a dear
pet. She promotes this program on the radio, in
newsletters. Just to let all the older folks know
about it, because she knows how beneficial it is
and how it can improve our digital skills. I have
been a regular learner with Mark my tutor. He is
really lovely and very patient. I have learnt so
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much and have improved my digital skills so Learn what your children and
much. Any issue or problems that I have, I grandchildren are doing.
know that the BCA and their tutors are just a Take the time, book an appointment.
phone call away. These sessions and courses Build your confidence in technology.
have really improved my confidence with Contact Rita Quagliata at BCA 47833744
technology. Last week I sent my first email on
my own to my relatives in Switzerland, which I
was thrilled about!”
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• Glass & Aluminium
• Keys, Locks & Keysafes
• All Glass Replacement
• Home Assist & Blue Care
Requirements
• Internal & External Shutters
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• Crimsafe Security Screens &
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Sorry—no winners to report
this edition due to current
Covid-19 restrictions.
Edition 182 Page 25 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsParliament I also spoke at length about the
farm labour shortages currently being
experienced in horticultural farms right across
the Burdekin. The ability for Queensland, and
indeed Australian families to enjoy the nutrition
and health benefits of that produce is now at
risk. Whilst international border closures
played a crucial role in fighting the COVID-19
pandemic, it has left many of the fields bare.
Not just bare of workers but bare of fruit and
In February I welcomed Shadow Minister for Agriculture vegetables. Despite the attempts of both the
Tony Perrett to the area to hear first-hand from farmers
state and federal governments, local workers
about the impact of labour shortages in the area.
are missing in action and, with backpackers
Parliament Update having mostly returned to their home countries,
It was undoubtedly a busy start to 2021 and we face a crisis for the producers, the
like many others in the electorate I hit the communities they live in and, in fact, for
ground running. In February I welcomed a families throughout our nation. While a small
number of Shadow Ministers to the electorate groups of workers have or are scheduled to
who have been able to hear first-hand from arrive over the next month or so, based on
farmers about the detrimental impacts of water current numbers, the supply will not come even
pricing and shortages in farm labour. Three close to meeting demand. A solution must be
Parliamentary Sittings within weeks of each found for the benefit of rural communities
other has also meant it has been a busy start throughout the state and for families in our
to the year for Parliament. Already, youth towns and cities.
justice has been a heavy topic for discussion. SES Volunteer’s award
What we have seen unfold in recent months It was fantastic to see the hard work of one
right across Queensland, particularly of our own ‘orange army’ volunteers
Townsville, is deeply concerning and as recognised at the recent Queensland Fire
Shadow Minister for Police, I believe a good and Emergency Service Australia Day
starting point for the Government would be the Achievement Awards. Burdekin Unit- Rita
reinstatement of Breach of Bail as an offence. Island group SES volunteer Alwyn Lane’s
This needs to apply to young offenders was recognised for his relentless work as a
because, frankly, if we give people a chance boat skipper during the January 2020
and they thumb their nose at us, there needs to Burdekin River floods. Mr Lane spent five
be consequences. In the first sitting of days ferrying essential supplies and people
Edition 182 Page 26 BCA Inc. Community Connectionsacross the swollen river. An incredible effort Australia, the Prime Minister or even the
and a well-deserved award. Queen. Congratulatory letters are available
for people celebrating their 90th, 100th and
105th birthdays as well as for couples
celebrating 50, 60, 65 or 70 years of wedded
bliss. All you need to do is fill in a form and
provide proof of the special occasion. My
office will coordinate the rest for you.
Naturally, it takes time for the special
messages to be prepared and forwarded so
please allow a minimum of six (6) weeks. As
I was joined by Shadow Minister for Water, Deb always, the more notice you provide the
Frecklington, and Shadow Minister for the Environment, better. I know that helping make a celebration
Sam O’Connor to hear from farmers about the impact
even more special puts a smile on the face of
proposed price hikes in water prices will have on
irrigators. the staff in my office and I hope to be able to
Growers have their say help you put a smile on the face of someone
In February I was joined by Shadow Minister special in the near future.
for Water, Deb Frecklington, and Shadow New opportunities for a new year
Minister for the Environment, Sam O’Connor, With the start of the new year, there are new
to hear directly from farmers and water funding opportunities available from both the
suppliers about the impact price increases will state and federal governments, to help
have, not only on them, but our local groups undertake a range of activities.
community. It was a great opportunity to hear If you are part of a community group that
how, despite promising price cuts, could take advantage of these opportunities,
Government changes to definitions will mean please contact my office for more
some primary producers may actually face a information. If you are applying for grants of
price increase. In some places the price any type, I am more than happy to provide a
increase is more than 40%. That doesn’t just letter of support. Again, please contact my
affect the producers, it trickles down into the office for details.
communities that rely on industries like sugar Here to help
cane and horticulture.
If you or someone you know has an issue
Making special celebrations more special
that you need help with, please remember
As the Member for Burdekin, hearing about
my job is to represent you. I may not always
celebrations of major milestone birthdays or
be able to fix the problem… but rest assured
anniversaries is something that makes my
I will always do my best. For help, please
day. What many people don’t know is that I
give my office a call on 1800 817 594 or you
can help make those major celebrations even
can send an email to
more special. It’s very simple to arrange a
Congratulatory Letter and, depending on the burdekin@parliament.qld.gov.au
milestone, the celebration could feature a Until next time, stay safe and well.
message from the Premier, the Governor of Dale.
Queensland, the Governor-General of
Edition 182 Page 27 BCA Inc. Community ConnectionsBCA Home Care Service
Home Care Service Update Our Services/Programs
Commonwealth Home Support Program
What a year already! In February BCA underwent Home Care Package Program
a Human Service Quality Framework review. I am National Disability Insurance Scheme
pleased to announce that the auditors found no
area’s of non-conformance. Burdekin Community Transport NQ Program
Queensland Community Support Scheme
The Home Care Service successfully underwent an Qld Country Care Navigation Program
NDIS Certification Audit last year and have recently Wellways Carer Gateway Service
received a new certificate of registration for NDIS. Brokered Services (i.e. Veterans’ Home Care)
The result of these Quality Review/Audit’s are
excellent achievements and I would like to thank
clients, volunteers, staff, CEO and Management
Home Care Packages
Committee for their valued input and participation.
The BCA Home Care Service is an approved
provider for Home Care Packages level 1, 2, 3 and
Congratulations and thank you to the Home Care 4.
Service team for these wonderful achievements.
Home Care Packages enable recipients to access a
We will also be undergoing an Aged Care Quality
much higher level of services than the
Review in the near future which applies to the Commonwealth Home Support Program.
Commonwealth Home Support Program and Home
Care Package Program against the Aged Care
Services available under a Home Care Package
Quality Standards. These reviews are an excellent include but are not limited to:
opportunity for BCA and we look forward to working
Domestic Assistance, Social Support, Respite Care,
with the Auditors and sincerely appreciate your Personal Care, Home Maintenance, Transport,
participation in this process. Allied Health Services, Continence Aids and much,
much more.
Sadly we will be saying farewell to Michelle. Please
join me in welcoming Annemarie into her new role Home Care Packages are delivered as consumer
in rostering. Annemarie brings a wealth of directed care (CDC). This means you are able to
experience into the role, you may know Annemarie choose which services you would like to receive
from her previous role as a Support Worker. within the available funds allocated by the
government.
Kylie who you may know from reception will now be
joining the Home Care Service team in an The Home Care Service team are qualified,
administration role. experienced, dedicated and ready to help you.
Due to expansion in our Service we have also If you have been approved for or allocated a Home
welcomed 7 Support Workers and a Bus Driver to Care Package, please don’t hesitate to contact us
the team. Please join me in welcoming Chantelle, on 4783 3744 for more information—we will happily
Kim, Jocelyn, Jasmin, Jenny, Megan, Jacinda and come to your home to provide you with more
Greg to the team. information.
We look forward to working with you in 2021 and If you are in the National Queue waiting to be
onwards. As always please don’t hesitate to contact allocated a Home Care Package, please call us for
me on 47833744 (option 1). more information regarding the process and services
you can access while you are waiting for your Home
Sincerely Care Package.
Amber Betteridge, Service Coordinator
Providing quality Home Care Services in the Burdekin since 1978
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