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WATER WOES SOLUTION SOUGHT

Photo courtesy Rockhampton Regional Council

As Mount Morgan’s No.7 Dam levels decreases, the level of concern by Mount Morgan residents is dramatically increasing. A new Facebook Page - Mount Morgan - Secure Our Water - has been receiving a lot of questions. In an effort to sort the circulating “wheat from the chaff” about various aspects of the dam and the ongoing water problem, page administrator, Kirra Swain has forwarded a letter to State and Federal Members and Rockhampton Regional Council. Ms Swain said there were so many different theories and knowledge sets in the public arena, that it was necessary to send a letter to gain a better understanding and to “debunk” some of the myths. These include dredging of the dam, condition of the dam wall, a pipeline from Stanwell, Fletcher Creek decommissioning and use of the Open Cut water. “It’s important that we are all on the same page,” she said. Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc (MMPAD) has been advised by Council that a newsletter will be delivered to all hourseholds in the community outlining short and long term options that are outlined in Council’s Drought Management Plan which is triggered when the No. 7 Dam levels reach 10 percent. MMPAD has been lobbying all levels of government for many years.MMPAD has also been advised that consultation with the community will take place in the near future.

Due to COVID restrictions and social distancing requirements it may mean that more than one meeting is held to ensure all residents have an opportunity to attend. Water and Supporting a Better Environment Councillor, Donna Kirkland, said: “We know that this is a really important issue in Mount Morgan. “Councillors and senior officers met on Tuesday to discuss the latest water situation, and we will be considering a whole range of options for both short and long term water security. We will be writing directly to every household with an update this week, and we will post to our Facebook page and website too. “As ever, if residents have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to get in touch.” Divisional Councillor Cherie Rutherford, said she knew the last 12 months in particular have been challenging for Mount Morgan residents, and she has reassured the community that whatever happens with the rain we will not leave you without water.”

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Advance Rockhampton’s Economic Development Unit is in the final stages of development with the Australian Small Business Advisory Service (ASBAS) for a full suite of online training workshops for small businesses.

There will be a variety of workshops delivered, including: starting up a business, business planning, websites and social media.

The first two workshops have been finalised and will be delivered by online webinars. These include: *Starting a business with David Letizia – Tuesday 16 March, 5.30pm – 6.30pm (Cost: Free) *How to start a successful online business with Stuart George – Tuesday 23 March, 5.30pm – 6.30pm (Cost: Free) To register please go to https://asbas.rdabrisbane. org.au/workshops/rockhampton-region ASBAS is also initiating a business advisor service that can provide guidance on business continuity planning, finance management, staying connect to customers and advice on accessing COVID-19 stimulus packages for small business. Information on both initiatives will be promoted through the Advance Rockhampton website: https:// www.advancerockhampton.com.au/Home. Advance Rockhampton newsletter – sign up here: https://www.advancerockhampton.com.au/ContactUs and through the Mount Morgan Argus.

ROTARY RELAY BATON AT MOUNT MORGAN

Mount Morgan Rotarians, President Ann Dwyer and Secretary, Del Rowley were out waving the Rotary baton this week with the R100 Baton Relay representing 100 years of Rotary in Australia and New Zealand.

District 9570 (of which Mount Morgan is a member) is promoting Rotary and its 100 years of achievements, not only in this district, but throughout the world through the Baton Relay. District 9570 encompasses Maryborough in the South, to Mackay in the North and Longreach in the West, covering some 600,000 square kilometres. There are 47 clubs in 9570. The R100 Baton Relay is an event across Australia and New Zealand. The Relay will run throughout Australia, State by State, District by Distric, Club by Club. The vision is to have every club participate and involve the many communities, to bring local colour and culture, to own their celbration of 100 years of Rotary service with the Baton.

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Pet program helps ensure happy and healthy dogs

Rockhampton Regional Council’s program designed to help protect your pooch finishes on 30 April and is run thanks to a partnership between Rockhampton Regional Council, Paws For A Purpose (PFAP), and two local vets. The “Vac and Chip Program” offers eligible residents of the Rockhampton Region $15 vaccinations and $10 microchipping for their dogs at participating vets. Chair of Council’s Local Laws Portfolio, Councillor Ellen Smith (pictured above), said she was thrilled to see the program offered again this year. “Part of being a responsible pet owner is helping your dog to stay healthy and safe – and vaccinations and microchipping are an incredibly important part of ensuring their wellbeing,” Cr

Smith said.

“These vaccinations normally cost up to or even over $100, and puppies need three of those in their first four months, plus a booster every year thereafter.

“Microchipping is an additional cost to that, so it’s easy to see why people struggle with these kinds of fees at times.

“That’s why we are so proud to roll out programs like Vac and Chip – they drastically reduce the costs for residents, and help to ensure that pets in our region can still be well cared for.

“I want to thank Pets For A Purpose for teaming up with Council again this year, and local vet clinics Alma Street Veterinary Hospital and Capricorn Veterinary Clinic for getting on board.” With Parvo outbreaks usually occurring from October to February, PFAP Founder and veterinarian, Dr Mark Kelman, said this program is a great opportunity for residents to protect their young pups this year. “Many people would be surprised to hear that Parvo strikes 20,000 puppies and dogs every year in Australia – 90 per cent of which are puppies and half of which sadly die,” Dr Kelman said. “We’re all working together under our new Combating Parvovirus Program to make sure those who are doing it tough can still give their puppies and dogs the protection they need from this disease, along with others. “This is our third year now offering this program - literally saving hundreds of puppies from catching Parvo - and we couldn’t have done it without the support of the amazing veterinary practices, a generous Rockhampton Regional Council subsidy and of course the donations we receive as well as the sale of our very own Paws for A Purpose Premium Beef Treats.” To apply for the Vac and Chip vouchers, head into any of Council’s Customer Service Centres, or submit a Vaccination and Microchip Voucher Application Form available here: https:// www.rockhamptonregion.qld. gov.au/AboutCouncil/CustomerForms#Animals. For further details, phone Customer Service on 4932 9000.