One Coast - Cassowary Coast
JUNE 17, 2022
COMMUNITY CONNECT
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Last week, the Murray Upper Rural Fire Brigade officially unveiled a mural painted by local artist, Lavinia Letheby and the Murray Upper community, which creates a special identity for the locally run rural fire station. Councillor Barry Barnes said the project has been a great example of the community working together to create a piece of art that creates ownership and builds a strong identity for the fire station. “The mural, titled ‘Fire in our Landscape’, reflects the local scenery and wildlife within the Murray Upper region and makes this facility truly recog-
nisable to visitors passing by. “The station which is run by volunteers, was constructed in late 2021 and is a highly valued community service. “It was great to see this project come to life and to see the whole community working together to collaborate on the final touches to the station. “The Murray Upper Rural Fire Brigade was successful in receiving a grant through the Community Assistance Scheme in which $3,000 was contributed to assist the group with the project,” said Councillor Barnes. The Community Assistance Scheme provides financial
assistance to community organisations and individuals who make a positive contribution to the development of the Cassowary Coast region’s environmental, social and cultural values as well as its sporting, recreational and lifestyle values. If your organisation or community group is seeking funding or support funding for an arts or cultural project, please contact Cassowary Coast Regional Council on 1300 763 903 or via email enquiries@ cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.
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Cassowary Coast Regional Councillors and CEO recently met with local fisherman turned innovator Tom Long at his Kurrimine Beach premises. TomKat Global Solutions is seeking a new home on the Cassowary Coast to house its growing manufacturing operations with plans to generate up to 26 local jobs. Husband and wife team, Tom and Kath Long, started their local business as a solution to deliver wild line-caught fish, sustainably and in premium condition, but has since revolutionised the packaging of temperature-sensitive and perishable products. Mr Long said every year over half a billion polystyrene boxes, of which 90% are single use, are used by the seafood industry alone - that’s enough to circumnavigate our planet 6.5 times. “We own a sustainable wild line fishing company, so we needed to find a more environmentally responsible solution
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to the single-use polystyrene boxes - when we couldn’t find an appropriate alternative, we invented our own.” Developed to be fully reusable and recyclable, every box has inbuilt traceability and temperature sensing. “It’s thermally efficient, stackable, trackable and durable and best of all it can be used multiple times and recycled at the end of its life. The KoolPak responsible packaging system sets a new bench mark in the transportation of temperature sensitive and perishable produce worldwide, putting TomKat and the Cassowary Coast in the global spotlight. “With this level of technology, not only can you prove the provenance of your product, we are providing users with the opportunity to scan off their KoolPaks post-use at an authorised recycling centre, so you can validate your environmental credentials. “We’ve established a
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manufacturing site in Kurrimine Beach where we have the capacity to produce 1,000 units per week. Our goal is to produce 23 million units a year in 2024. “To achieve this, we have invested in further manufacturing equipment to increase our capacity and are currently building a 1000 tonne press which will see our outputs increase by up to 2 million units “Six meters tall and weighing 70 tonnes – it’s a pretty big piece of machinery, and it’s proudly built entirely in North Queensland. “The sheer size of the new machinery and operations means we are very quickly out growing our premises in Kurrimine Beach. It has always been our intention to keep manufacturing on the Cassowary Coast. “Once up and running, we will duplicate the production line to increase output and meet the 2024 goal,” said Mr Long.
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Mayor Mark Nolan, who has recently taken on the portfolio for Planning and Regional Development, said Council’s Business Liaison Coordinator is working closely with the business to assist in finding a suitable location for the new manufacturing site. “Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. Our region currently supports a nationally significant food production industry as the home to about 80% of Australia’s banana industry, and we are a significant contributor to the production of sugar and a recognised premier growing region for tropical fruits and vegetables, cattle and fisheries.” “With all of these industries in one place, it’s no wonder Cassowary Coast is the birthplace of such innovation.” Cr Nolan said Council is committed to the growth of existing and development of new small businesses across the region. “Small businesses are
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the heart of our small towns, helping to shape our community and drive our economy. That’s why we recently signed the Small Business Friendly Charter, pledging to support small businesses through facilitating better communication, engagement and explanation of documentation.”
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Over 3,000 small businesses like TomKat Global Solutions will benefit from the charter through support, resources and additional tools available. For more information about the Small Business Friendly Charter contact Council on 1300 763 903. Tom and Kath Long from TomKat Global Solutions.
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June 17, 2022
REFUGEE WEEK
HAVE YOUR SAY ON... PROPOSED LOCAL LAWS Cassowary Coast Regional Council’s new proposed local laws will replace current local laws for the region and will apply across the whole of the local government area. Council is undertaking consultation on the proposed local laws for a period of five weeks from 26 May to 1 July at 4:00pm. During this time a copy of the proposed local laws will be available for viewing in person at Council’s Customer Service Centres and on Council’s website www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/locallaws. Submissions about any aspect of these proposed changes can be made by any person
and must be given to Council by no later than 1 July at 4:00pm. Submissions may be lodged online at: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/locallaws, in person or via email at enquiries@ccrc.qld.gov. au. A submission should contain grounds of the submission, and facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds. If you require further information on the proposed changes please phone the Cassowary Coast Regional Council on 1300 763 903.
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Next week, Cassowary Coast Regional Council is celebrating Refugee Week, acknowledging the rich cultures and shared values of freedom that make our community a great place to live. Australia has an extensive history of successfully resettling people as refugees and since the end of the Second World War, Australia has accepted more than 930,000 refugees and humanitarian entrants, and we maintain one of the world’s most generous humanitarian programs. Councillor Trudy Tschui said as Australians we can all be proud of our nation’s commitment to providing a safe home to people whose lives were in crisis - people from war-torn countries—people
who had faced persecution and even death. “We are so lucky to live in such an amazing, safe country and as a whole community, we must ensure all people feel welcome living on the Cassowary Coast. “This year, Council will hold a Citizenship Ceremony during Refugee Week to celebrate the contributions made by those who have settled in our region through the Humanitarian Program. “Council is honoured to welcome new citizens to our growing region and are proud of our nation’s commitment to providing a safe home to people in crisis. “I encourage everyone to celebrate the values that make us proud to call ourselves
Australian, including respect for the freedom and dignity of others, the rule of law, democracy and a fair go for all,” “Council will also raise the Ukrainian Flag during Refugee Week as a symbol of solidarity with the people of Ukraine and everyone affected by the conflict and humanitarian crisis,” said Councillor Tschui. The Citizenship Ceremony will be held on Wednesday 22 June 2022 at the Innisfail Shire Hall at 10:30am. For more information contact the Cassowary Coast Regional Council on 1300 763 903 or via email enquiries@ cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.
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Council Libraries National Simultaneous Story time Cassowary Coast Regional Council Libraries recently hosted children across the region for National Simultaneous Story Time Day. The annual event is a day to celebrate literacy and build foundations in the younger generation for a lifelong love of learning and reading. This year’s book “Family Tree” by Josh Pyke and Ronojoy Ghosh is a heartfelt celebration of family, community and the seasons of life. Two hundred children across the region listened as Library team members and guests brought the story to life through a range of activities. We introduced children to the concept of a Family Tree, created a mural and planted native seeds with Council’s Vegetation Management Team who will propagate these trees to plant in the Cassowary Coast. The children even managed to discover their very own great-grandparents through Ancestry.com (Library Edition). Council Libraries would like to give a special thanks to Brett Ambrum from Mamu Health, the Council Vegetation Management Team and volunteers who helped make this special and collaborative community event a success.
Cardwell Library
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GCC Family Tree in Innisfail
Tully Library story interpretation activity
Mission Beach Library Story time
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June 17, 2022
LIFE LONG DOG TAGS As of July 2022, all dogs registered with the Cassowary Coast Regional Council will receive one ‘life-long’ dog tag. Previously dog owners received a new tag each year as part of the annual dog registration process. Dog owners will still receive an annual invoice to renew dog registrations. To ensure you get your new life-long dog tag – please contact Council to update your dog’s details including postal address. If a ‘life-long’ dog tag is lost, stolen or damaged, dog owners can request a replacement tag via Council’s online service portal, calling customer service or visiting one of Council’s Customer Service Centres. This initiative is part of Councils commitment to reducing waste to landfill.
PUBLIC SHOW HOLIDAY CLOSURES The Innisfail and District Annual Show Public Holiday will take place on Friday 8 July and Tully and District Annual Show Public Holiday on Friday 22 July. The Innisfail Customer Service Centre and Library will be closed on Friday 8 July and Tully Customer Service Centre and Tully, Cardwell and Mission Beach Libraries will close on Friday 22 July.
WASTE TRANSFER STATIONS CLOSURES Innisfail Show - Friday 8 July – Stoters Hill and Bells Creek Waste Transfer Station operational hours will be 9:00am – 4:00pm. Tully Show – Friday 22 July Tully, Cardwell and Mission Beach Waste Transfer Station operational hours will be 9:00am – 1:00pm. No changes to operational hours will occur for Murray Upper and Hull Heads over the Show Holidays.
K E Y Cassowary Coast Regional Council Contact 1300 763 903 Visit our website www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au Write: Please address all correspondence to: Andrew Graffen, Chief Executive Officer PO Box 887 Innisfail, QLD 4860 Email: enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au
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Visit Council Cassowary Coast Regional Council has three Customer Service Centres across the region. Specially trained staff can provide information and advice on topics including: ● local laws and compliance ● rates enquiries ● account payments (EFTPOS facilities available) ● animal registration.
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Customer Service Centres and Opening Hours Innisfail Shire Hall 70 Rankin St. Innisfail Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Tully Tully Civic Centre, 38-40 Bryant St. Tully Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Cardwell Cardwell Library, 4 Balliol St. Cardwell Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Cassowary Coast Libraries comprises of four branches located at Cardwell, Innisfail, Tully and Mission Beach. For locations, opening times or general enquiries, please call 1300 366 616 or visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/libraries Waste Transfer Stations locations and opening hours can be found by visiting: www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/transfer-stations Community Connect is a publication of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council. Supplied by Council and published within the Cairns Local News newspaper. All enquiries regarding content contained within this publication should be directed to Council.
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