Isaac News July 2015 - Issue 23

Issue 23July 2015

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NEW AUSTRALIANSCitizenship ceremony welcomes

new citizens from six different countries

Our Infrastructure,Our Future

2015-16 Budget SnapshotSee pages 6 - 7

Welcome to the Isaac regionWhether you are here for work or just to be closer to family and friends, we would like to warmly welcome all new residents to the Isaac region! Find out more about what there is to explore and our facilities and services at www.isaac.qld.gov.au

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On the CoverCitizenship ceremony welcomes new Australians.

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isaacnewsThis magazine is produced by BB Print. None of the material in this publication may be reproduced without permission of Isaac Regional Council. To comment on this publication or for enquiries please contact us on 1300 472 227.

To learn more about Council projects featured in this edition, visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au

All content accurate as ofMarch 2015

From the

Mayor’s DeskAs a council we will continue to work hard to represent the community to ensure Isaac remains a great place to live, not only for us today, but more importantly, into the future.

Welcome to this special Budget edition of Isaac News. In following pages you will be able to see a complete overview of the 2015-16 Budget themed Our Infrastructure, Our Future.

As Mayor I get inspiration and strength from our residents, businesses and communities. The public hearings held recently in Moranbah, Dysart and Middlemount as part of the Queensland Government’s inquiry looking at the impacts of ‘FIFO and other long distance commuting work practices in regional Queensland’ are a very positive example of this.

Congratulations to the organisations, businesses and community members who attended and spoke to the parliamentary inquiry. I would like to acknowledge the inquiry for travelling to ground zero to hear the impacts of 100% forced FIFO work practices from the people in our community.

As a region, Isaac has clearly shown it cannot accept 100% forced FIFO workforce practices that hollows established resource communities. Council will continue to advocate on behalf of Isaac communities through this inquiry.

While there are challenges in the region there are many positive achievements, events, partnerships and programs happening. In this edition we share our news of welcoming new citizens from around the world, honouring 35 years of dedicated service at a park naming, raising funds for White Ribbon at the Mayor’s Charity Ball, a national award for communication, bridging the digital divide with Arrow Energy and much more. It’s these great stories that make me proud to call Isaac home.

Mayor Cr Anne Baker P 07 4941 4500M 0408 277 379E [email protected]

Contact CouncilPO Box 97Moranbah QLD 4744Phone1300 ISAACS(1300 47 22 27)

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NEW AUSTRALIANSCitizenship ceremony welcomes

new citizens from 6 different countries

Our Infrastructure,Our Future

2015-16 Budget SnapshotSee pages 6 - 7

www.isaac.qld.gov.au

9 Dysart LionsPark revampupgrades

5 Citizenship Ceremony welcomes new Australians

8 Mayor’s Charity Ball to break violence cycle

10 Australia’s best for flying fox campaign

12 Schools combine to clean-up Moranbah

11 $25,000 boost for regional Queensland town

Grants and ApplicationsWant to apply for a community grant?Our new community grants policy and application forms arenow available at www.isaac.qld.gov.au

Queensland State Government Funding► Club Development Program► Breakwater Island Casino Community Benefit Fund► Jupiters Casino Community Benefit Fund

Where to find us?Clermont OfficeCorner Karmoo and Daintree StreetsCLERMONT QLD 4721

Dysart OfficeShannon CrescentDYSART QLD 4745

Glenden OfficeEwan DriveGLENDEN QLD 4743

Middlemount OfficeShopping CentreMIDDLEMOUNT QLD 4746

Moranbah OfficeGrosvenor Complex Batchelor ParadeMORANBAH QLD 4744

Nebo Office10 Reynolds StNEBO QLD 4742

St. Lawrence 36 Macartney StreetST LAWRENCE QLD 4707

For further information please contact your local Council on 1300 ISAACS (1300 47 22 27)

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From the

Events Calendar

Get your eventonline for freeCommunity groups and organisations can now list their event online for free on Council’s online Events Calendar. Visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/events

Click ‘add your own event for FREE link under ‘Add your own event’, enter your event details, complete the simple form and save.Council reserves the right to approve event listings.

In our neighbourhood“Clermont’s Water Treatment Plant and supply network are set for major improvements in this year’s capital works budget.With a focus on delivering a robust program of works to infrastructure which supports our daily living, Clermont will gain a large amount of road reseals and significant works to sewerage networks.Out and about you’ll see considered improvements to our public venues including our sportsgrounds.”

July 2015145-12Middlemount CommunityRound Table

NAIDOC Week18Clermont Races

3October 2015

22Pink Ribbon Luncheon,Moranbah

13Nebo and GlendenCommunity Round Table

Clermont Markets,Rose Harris Park

25 31Freemason Markets,Moranbah Town Square

Mayor’s Charity Ball,Moranbah

26Freemason Markets,Moranbah Town Square

1August 2015

11Mackenzie River and Clarke Creek Community Round Table

1Clermont Markets,Rose Harris Park

Middlemount Race Day

5September 2015

12Middlemount Rodeo

8Kilcummin and Twin Hills Community Round Table

Clermont Markets,Rose Harris Park

27Freemason Markets,Moranbah Town Square

14-15 30Clermont Gold andCoal Festival

Freemason Markets,Moranbah Town Square

Find out what events are on by visitingwww.isaac.qld.gov.au/events

Cr Barbara StranksDivision 6Clermont

M 0418 512 990 E [email protected]

NAIDOC Week will be celebrated from July 5 - 12.

Clermont Races July 18 and Middlemount Race Day August 1. Book these dates into your calendar.

Middlemount RodeoRodeo & Campdraft will be held on September 12.


Eleven residents from six countries proudly became Australian citizens at a special ceremony held at the Moranbah Coalface Art Gallery recently. Hailing from South Africa, Philippines, Taiwan, United States, Zimbabwe and Scotland, the new Australians were warmly welcomed among family and friends. Deputy Mayor Dale Appleton said the ceremony marked a new beginning for the citizens both to Australia and to our region. “I am delighted to welcome our newest citizens. We hope our great country will provide them with opportunity and success,” he said.

Gerhardus Eckard, born in South Africa, was proud to become an Australian citizen with his American wife Anita and their son Gerhardus during the ceremony. He and his family have been living and working in the Isaac region for eight and a half years. “We moved to the Isaac region because my parents were living and working here,” he said. “We chose to call Australia home because of the great fishing and lifestyle. Australia is a great country to live in and be apart of.”“Becoming a citizen means that we can truly take ownership of this country and really call it home.”

CITIZENSHIP CEREMONY WELCOMES

11 New Australians

Proud sister Ruby Maddenwith her younger brother

Calvin Cabug-Os who became anew Australian citizen.

Phillip Nyamhotsi from Zimbabwebecame an Australian citizen

with support from his wife Lizzyand daughter Tino.

Gerhardus and Antia Eckard along with their children Gerhardus, Lariana and Malaina

celebrating their new Australia citizenship with Deputy Mayor Dale Appleton.

In our neighbourhood“Council is working hard to be sustainable in the current challenging economic climate. We are investing in Glenden and the Rural West, with more than 30 new capital works projects for the region in the 2015-16 Budget. The Glenden Water Treatment Plant and supply network will gain necessary improvements. On the surface, street resealing, street light renewals and a school crossing upgrade is earmarked. Underground our sewerage networks will receive repairs and replacements for long-term resilience.”

Cr Dale AppletonDeputy MayorDivision 1Clermont RuralP 07 4983 2712 M 0419 684 101 E [email protected]

Deputy Mayor Dale Appleton welcomes new Australian citizens into the Isaac community at the

Moranbah Coalface Gallery.

“Our key priority this year is to invest in our essential infrastructure.”

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Mayor’s MessageI am pleased to deliver the 2015-16 Budget on behalf of Isaac Regional Council and Isaac communities. Council is not immune to the challenging economic conditions also faced by our communities, businesses and industry and has worked hard to deliver a fiscally responsible budget. Council has made difficult decisions as part of its commitment to delivering efficient services and sustainable communities for its residents and ratepayers. As the largest mining region in the state we have had to address the forecasted fall in revenue due to the resource sector downturn. Our key priority this year is to invest in essential infrastructure, ensuring that vital community services meet the long-term needs and priorities of our people. This means that our roads and drainage, water and sewerage infrastructure and resource recovery are the focus areas of improvement across the region.

We look forward to delivering on $37.5M in key infrastructure and capital works projects over these next 12 months, and will continue to work hard to help guide Isaac towards a positive and sustainable future. This Budget is carefully aligned with our recently refreshed key planning documents—our 20 Year Community Plan, 5 Year Corporate Plan and our Annual Operational Plan. Operationally, our resources have been dedicated to the delivery of core Local Government services and programs such as SHARP (Strengthening Healthy and Attractive Regional Places). As a Council we are committed to doing our best to serve our communities, so Isaac continues on its journey towards being a vibrant and attractive region to live, work and play.

Anne Baker MAYOR

Our Infrastructure, Our Future2015-16 Budget Snapshot


$16.7M Roads & DrainageBitumen resealing, road gravel resheeting, drainage works, road rehabilitation and road bitumen seal extensions

$5M WaterWater treatment plant and water network works including installation of meters

$4.8M SewerageSewage treatment plant and sewerage network works

$4M Resource RecoveryWorks to improve compliance at waste management sites

$1.8M Parks & GardensParks, playground, landscaping and irrigation works

$2.7M Facilities & RecreationIncludes works at pools, recreation, sports and show grounds, civic centres, halls, saleyards, offices and depots

Community, Library & ArtsCouncil will continue to deliver community, library and arts programs and services

$1.2M Plant, Fleet & WorkshopsIncludes capital replacement of regional fleet

$0.3M Planning & DevelopmentClermont Hoods Lagoon and estate planning and development works

$1M Service & SupportIncludes regional disaster management information and alert systems and IT servers

NEW CAPITAL BUDGET

$37.5 MILLION

GENERAL RATE* 2.2%

*Average Principal Place of Residence

COUNCIL STRONGLY ADVOCATING ON

Fly-In, Fly-Out Practices

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On behalf of Isaac communities, Council has been advocating strongly our position on fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) practices both in the media and through state and federal government channels.Mayor Anne Baker is currently part of the FIFO Panel – a review specifically reviewing existing 100% FIFO mines located near regional communities. This review will provide advice to the Government on policy or legislative options in relation to 100% FIFO resource projects located near a resource town or regional community. Council has also provided a submission to the Queensland Government’s inquiry - looking at the impacts of ‘FIFO and other long distance commuting work practices in regional Queensland’.The parliamentary inquiry investigates the broader impacts of FIFO and other long distance commuting work practices including:• health impacts• strategies to optimise the FIFO experience for employees and

their families • the effects of FIFO on local communities and housing.

The inquiry has received an outstanding response with more than 230 submissions.You can view our submission on the Queensland Parliament website: www.parliament.qld.gov.au/work-of-committees/committees/IPNRC/inquiries/current-inquiries/FIFOCouncil is also pleased that four motions submitted for inclusion in the agenda at the 2015 National General Assembly of Local Government have been successful. These motions include reviewing tax practices that make it advantageous to the mining industry to implement 100% non-resident workforces.By presenting Council’s strong advocacy case and regional arguments to state and national forums, we are demonstrating Council is doing its best to represent Isaac communities.

Mark your calendar for Mayor Anne Baker’s Charity Ball, a stylish black tie event being held for the first time under the night sky in Moranbah Town Square on Saturday, October 31.“This year the Charity Ball will help raise awareness and much needed funds to support White Ribbon Australia’s work to end men’s violence against women,” Mayor Baker said.All funds raised will support primary prevention initiatives in schools, workplaces and the broader community.“Violence against women is at epidemic proportions. Devastatingly, over 12 months, on average, one woman is killed every week in Australia as a result of intimate partner violence,” Mayor Baker said.

“And the women lost are not just statistics – they are wives,mothers, daughters, grand-daughters, sisters, aunts, nieces, friendsand colleagues.“I am proud the Mayor’s Charity Ball will help break the silence around violence, to raise awareness of the issue as well as funds to support work to bring violence against women to an end.”Mayor Anne Baker’s first Charity Ball last year was an outstanding success, raising more than $40,000 for beyondblue.Following on from last year’s sell out success, this year’s new venue will allow for increased ticket numbers of 300 people.

In our neighbourhood“Continuing on from a substantial year of upgrades to the Water Treatment Plant and water quality, this year’s capital works budget will focus on delivering improvements to another essential service, the Sewerage Treatment Plant.Our community’s main park, Centenary Park, will gain a second round of improvements to create an even better area for families. And with families in mind, the Dysart Pool amenities will undergo a complete refurbishment.”

Cr Nick WheelerDivision 2Dysart

P 07 4958 1286M 0428 581 286 E [email protected]

Mayor’s Charity Ballto break silence about violence with White Ribbon fundraiser

If you are experiencing violence

or suspect someone else is, please contact

1800 RESPECT for advice and support.

In an emergency, call the police on 000.


The Dysart community are enjoying their revamped LionsPark with new curved shade structures and picnic settings installed by Isaac Regional Council.The community expressed their support for the upgrades, with comments left under Council’s Facebook post announcing the upgrades. Local Councillor and member of the Dysart Lions Club Nick Wheeler said it was time for the 20 year old green dome picnic shelter to be retired.“While the green dome was part of our local scenery, we’ve embraced a new modern look for Dysart,” he said.“I look forward to the community enjoying the upgraded park all year round, with ample shade for those hot summer days,” Cr Wheeler said.

Upgrades in the Dysart Lions Park include four new shade structures, picnic settings and fencing around the perimeter of the park.

REVAMP UPGRADES

Dysart Lions Park

Brandon and Lorraine Appoo enjoying the park with daughters Cassidy, Shawn and Sharyn.

Cr Peter FreeleagusDivision 4Moranbah

P 07 4941 8063 E [email protected]

In our neighbourhood“Over the coming 12 months you will see a continuation of the works initiated last year as we remain focused on the SHARP (Strengthening, Healthy and Attractive Regional Places) program.

A key priority this year is to fix Council’s aging underground infrastructure and enhance connectivity. Improved recycled water irrigation will deliver greener and cleaner public spaces. Council will also work on linkages so that whether you walk, ride, scoot or skate, it’s going to be easier to travel around town. You will also continue to see minor capital works completed at Moranbah’s premier parks, public spaces and sportsgrounds.

We will continue to work hard to ensure that vital community services and public spaces meet the long-term needs of our people, and we look forward to making Moranbah a stronger, more attractive destination for future generations through SHARP.”

Cr Kelly Vea VeaDivision 5Moranbah

M 0437 018 184E [email protected]

Cr Gina LaceyDivision 3Moranbah


While pirates, princesses and their families celebrated the grand opening of Latemore Park at Bushlark Grove in Moranbah, the event held a special meaning for Council staff. Mayor Anne Baker thanked Economic Development Queensland for naming the park in recognition of long-serving groundsman Chris Latemore.“Chris has served the Moranbah community for three and a half decades in Parks and Gardens at Council and I would like to take this opportunity to warmly thank Chris for his significant contribution to the wider community through his service,” she said.

“Chris has shown outstanding dedication as a groundsman and currently looks after the area in Moranbah Town Square and along the shop fronts.”“A few years ago Chris received an award from the Moranbah Traders Association, recognising his dedication and willingness to go above and beyond while carrying out his duties in the Town Square.”“It is truly fitting to name a park after Chris; a lasting legacy recognising his contribution and commitment to the people who use and enjoy the public spaces he tends to.” “Latemore Park will be a place to enjoy, play and learn and create lasting memories.”

Latemore ParkHONOURS DECADES OF DEDICATION

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Isaac Regional Council (IRC) is one of Australia’s best communicators, winning a 2015 Government Communications Australia Award.Fast becoming a leader for safe and effective flying fox dispersals, IRC was the only Queensland Council to take home a national award. Isaac Mayor Anne Baker thanked Isaac communities and said the award showed the best outcomes are achieved when Council and community work together. “This coordinated campaign was about proactively communicating with affected residents to achieve a fast, cost effective successful dispersal,” said Mayor Baker. Middlemount Councillor, Jane Pickels, experienced a migration and dispersal of 50,000 flying foxes in her community last October. “I was honoured to accept the award alongside Senior Communications Officer Teresa Vella on behalf of Council.”“Last year we worked closely with residents in Middlemount and Moranbah to disperse a total of 80,000 flying foxes.”“The success of the campaign would not have been possible without the dedication and expertise of Council’s Environmental Services team and contracted ecology agents,” said Cr Pickels.

It’s a library storytime like no other – kids gathered across the nation including at Isaac libraries to all read the same story book ‘The Brother’s Quibble’ by Aaron Blabey for National Simultaneous Storytime. Held nationally on Wednesday May 27, National Simultaneous Storytime events were enjoyed throughout by parents and children in Moranbah, Nebo, Middlemount, Dysart, Clermont, Glenden and Carmila libraries.Isaac Libraries bought ‘The Brother’s Quibble’ to life through a number of fun children’s activities including making daisy chains and playing with green goo as well as making brown paper crowns, like the ones the characters wear in the book.Organised by the Australian Library and Information Association, the event in its 15th year, promotes the value of reading and literacy, the importance of Australia’s book industry and the role libraries play in our communities.

Cr Jane PickelsDivision 7Middlemount


In our neighbourhood“Under this year’s capital works budget, Middlemount residents will benefit from projects that are essential to our quality of life.The Water Treatment Plant will receive a number of significant upgrades set to improve water quality. Underground, the sewerage network will undergo durable upgrades to match our long term outlook.On the surface we’ll see footpaths and park improvements, including Blue Mountain and Cam Park thanks to Anglo American’s commitment to stage two of these projects.”

Australia’s bestNational win for Isaacs flying fox campaign

For more information on flying foxes visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au or call 1300 ISAACS (472 227).

at national simultaneous storytime

Kids quibble and giggle

Isaac Region Councillor Jane Pickels andSenior Communications Officer Teresa Vella accepta national communication and engagement award

presented by Michelle Blicavs from IAP2


In our neighbourhood“This year’s budget allocation for Nebo and the Coast will see improvements to the infrastructure which supports our daily standard of living.A range of durable repairs, replacements and upgrades to our water and sewerage networks, a program of street resealing and improving the school crossing are capital works highlights for the year ahead.”

Cr Geoff BethelDivision 8Nebo and Surrounds

P 07 4956 8320M 0467 568 320 E [email protected]

The regional Queensland town of Nebo, located 100km south-west of Mackay, has received a $25,000 boost thanks to Rio Tinto’s Hail Creek Mine.The funding was shared by nine community groups who will each put the much needed support into a range of resources for Nebo, from computer equipment to a memorial rest area for drivers. Joy Cooper has lived in Nebo for 21 years and is a member of three community groups which received funding from the benefits scheme this year. Ms Cooper said “Like many towns around the region, Nebo is doing it tough in the current economic climate. “Hail Creek Mine’s Nebo Community Benefits Scheme has and continues to support many of the community groups I have been involved in, not just this year but over a number of years.“This year’s funding will make a significant contribution towards achieving positive lasting outcomes for the town’s different services and groups that make Nebo the place it is.“The Nebo Rural Town Fire Brigade for example, will be putting $1000 towards ensuring the team remains up to date with training so they can continue to provide a professional service in an emergency.“Hail Creek Mine’s continuing contribution helps volunteers and community groups to stay motivated to do more as it shows their hard work is not going unnoticed and is truly valued across the broader community.” Hail Creek Mine manager health, safety and communities Fiona Kruger said “Hail Creek Mine is proud to continue our support of Nebo’s community groups.

“Nebo is Hail Creek Mine’s closest neighbouring town being a 55 minute drive along the Suttor developmental road.“We established the Nebo Community Benefits Scheme alongside Isaac Regional Council at the same time as we commenced operations in 2003. The scheme provides Hail Creek Mine an opportunity to invest in projects which buildlocal capacity in areas where the Nebo community feels it is needed most. “We look forward to working with each community group this year and continue to appreciate the contribution of the partnerships we’ve built in the Nebo community over the past twelve years.” The full list of community groups and projects for 2015 include: • Nebo RSL Citizens Auxiliary for its ‘War Hero’ photo

restoration project • Nebo Pony Club for sun smart riding uniforms • Nebo Rural Town Fire brigade for online training equipment • Road Accident Action Group to construct the Susie

Whitehead Memorial motorist rest area • Nebo State School for an ANZAC garden development • Nebo Bushman’s Carnival to purchase a community

generator • Nebo Medical Action group for fundraising support • Nebo Community Development Group for a laptop computer • Nebo Museum for artefact conservation cabinets

$25,000 BOOSTfor regional Queensland town

The nine community groups kicked off celebrations at an event withHail Creek Mine and the Isaac Regional Council.

Through a Brighter Futures partnership with Arrow Energy, Isaac Regional Council Libraries are bridging the digital divide with their new Digital Doorways Program. Under the partnership, Isaac libraries welcome a new dedicated part-time informatics officer, Chris Pozza, to deliver free workshops in Dysart, Middlemount and Moranbah libraries each week. Mayor Anne Baker said under the program, libraries could now offer participants new skills, training and resources to improve their digital literacy.

“Literacy is not just about the written word and our libraries are now looking at digital literacy – using technology - and ways we can build this capacity in our communities,” she said.“The program aims to help people in all walks of life, from assisting with social isolation through technology, to being more confident in the workplace and society in general.” Arrow Energy Vice President External Relations and Tenure Management Leisa Elder said the benefits of technology could only be realised if people are empowered with the skills to use them.“Participants will use technology to acquire new skills from basic computer and multimedia use, to searching databases, to using social media to connect with friends and family.”“The ability to navigate digital systems is a vital skill in today’s word and Arrow is proud to partner with Isaac Regional Council to deliver this training opportunity,” she said.

Maria McDonald and Jenny Robertson with Chris Pozza ‘Library Community Informatics Officer’

WITH ARROW ENERGY

Bridging theDigital Divide

The Digital Doorways Program is proudly supported by Arrow Energy and Isaac Regional Council.

Bookings are essential, for more details on all library workshop times and locations visitwww.isaac.qld.gov.au or call 1300 ISAACS (472 227).

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More than 300 Moranbah school students helpedclean up their community, collecting 270 bags ofrubbish and litter – enough to fill the tray of an eighttonne truck.

Council sincerely thanked the hundreds of children,teachers and parents involved and sponsors whomade the day possible – Civeo, Coates Hire,Greyhound, BMA, Create-a-Sign, Moranbah Policeand 4RFM.

Moranbah State School, Moranbah East State School,Moranbah State High School students took part in the clean-up held on Wednesday June 24.

They covered a 27 kilometre stretch alongthe Moranbah Access Road to theMoranbah North Mine Access Road.

You can help keep ourpatch of Queensland beautiful

by disposing of yourrubbish responsibly.

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