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BAITING SET TO GET UNDERWAY THIS MONTH NATHAN GREAVES nathan@thelockyer.com.au Property owners struggling with invasive animals will have the opportunity to access 1080 baits this month, through the Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s vertebrate pest baiting program. The council is offering eligible landholders access to manufactured 1080 baits for the effective control of wild dogs, foxes and pigs, with baits available for collection on October 14 and 15. Landholders are reminded of their obligation to notify all adjoining and directly opposite landholders of their baiting activity 72 hours prior to laying baits. Those using baits on their properties must also ensure the provided warning signage is attached to all property entrances and extremities throughout the baiting period. To check your eligibility and to order baits, contact Council’s Customer Service team on 1300 005 872. REMEMBERING OUR OFFICERS NATHAN GREAVES nathan@thelockyer.com.au Each year, September 29 is a day to pause and give recognition to the dedication and service of police officers, not just in our local communities, but throughout the country. National Police Remembrance Day is recognised on this date not just in Australia, but also New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, and the Solomon Islands. Each year, vigils, marches and services are held to commemorate the date, though these events were more sparse and subdued this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Local MP Jim McDonald offered his thanks for the efforts of local police officers. “Thank you to all those who serve to protect us,” he said. “Our thoughts are especially with the families and friends of those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in keeping us safe.” National Police Remembrance Day is not just a day to remember and honour police officers who have been killed in the line of duty, of which there have been 147 in Queensland, but also to recognise officers who have passed on, but whose deaths did not occur as a consequence of their duty. The date has been a long-standing tradition in Australia, with 2019 marking the 30-year anniversary of National Police Remembrance Day. Advertise in The Lockyer NOW - Call 0411 896 004 THE LOCKYER - Thursday October 8, 2020 - Page 2
CREDIT RATING UPGRADE FOR LOCKYER VALLEY REGIONAL COUNCIL Lockyer Valley Regional Council received a credit rating of Neutral in the 2019 Credit Review. The Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) completed the Credit Review process based on information provided by Council up to 31 August 2020. Lockyer Valley Regional Council Finance Portfolio Councillor Chris Wilson (pictured below) said Council’s rating has been upgraded from Weak to Moderate with a Neutral outlook. “This rating is reflective of previous and forecast operating surpluses and adequate debt servicing. “As an organisation, our high councilcontrolled revenue indicates the ability to respond to adverse events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, while total borrowings have also decreased significantly,” Cr Wilson said. Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor, Cr Tanya Milligan said Council continues to work tirelessly to turn the organisation’s finances around. “We continue to work hard to deliver on a back-to-basics approach to spending and we are focused on delivering responsible and sustainable Budgets that have the best interests of the entire Lockyer Valley at heart. “As an organisation, we are living within our means while still being able to plan for the future and we will continue to make decisions that are in the best interest of the community,” Mayor Milligan said. For further information, contact Council on 1300 005 872 or visit Council’s website, www. lockyervalley.qld.gov.au PLAYGROUND FOR LAIDLEY RECREATION RESERVE Mr Jim McDonald MP Member for Lockyer has announced that the LNP will fund $250 000 to construct a playground at the Laidley Recreation Reserve if elected on 31 October 2020. The Laidley Recreation Reserve is the main sporting precinct in Laidley with netball, soccer, rugby league, touch, little athletics and softball clubs housed at the facility. In addition, the community make use of the walking paths, skate park and gymnasium daily. “A playground is included in the Laidley Recreation Reserve Masterplan and this funding will provide an important addition to Advertise in The Lockyer NOW - Call 0411 896 004 the well-used facility,” said Mr McDonald. “Having lived in Laidley for almost 13 years, I know that a playground at the Recreation Reserve is the missing link”, said Mr McDonald “Playgrounds provide a place for children to work off energy, have fun and interact with their peers. It also gives them a safe learning environment to develop physical, social, emotional and problem-solving skills,” said Mr McDonald. Pictured: Representatives from the Laidley Recreation Reserve Committee Dan Flanagan, Jill Ilka, Russell Berlin and Pat Byrne welcomed the announcement, as did some of the Laidley kids who will undoubtedly enjoy the playground in the near future. “Yeahhhhh!!!” they said in chorus. THE LOCKYER - Thursday October 8, 2020 - Page 3
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