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Break O'Day Council

Locality: St Helens

Phone: +61 3 6376 7900

Address: 32-34 Georges Bay Esplanade 7216 St Helens, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.bodc.tas.gov.au

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25.01.2022 ANNUAL REPORT 2019-2020 Ever wondered what Council gets up to during the financial year? Well make sure you check out our Annual Report which is now available on our website or in hard copy at the main office. We invite the community to make comment on the Annual Report for discussion at the Annual General Meeting. Submissions should be addressed to the General Manager and received by 5pm 8 January 2021. This year's Annual General Meeting will be held in the Council Chambers on 27 January from 5pm.

24.01.2022 ARE YOU BUSHFIRE READY?

24.01.2022 Check the water before getting in this summer. Clean water for swimming, boating and fishing is the norm for Break O’Day beaches, estuaries and rivers. However, we've just had a heavy downpour and floodwaters will take a few days to clear. Our monthly monitoring of water quality at popular locations has consistently shown good water quality for swimming and safe levels of health risk. Of course all our natural waterways may have poorer water quality from time to time due to weather or other conditions (like flooding). Check the water before you or family get in to enjoy a swim or other activity - how far in you get makes a difference too! For more information see the Department of Health’s webpage (www.health.tas.gov.au/publichealth/water/recreational) and ours (www.bodc.tas.gov.au ).

24.01.2022 Beautiful Break O'Day This week's photo is of Georges Bay and was sent in by Alison Charlton. Please share your favourite images of our beautiful area with us so we can share them others. Please email images to [email protected]... Alison Charlton

22.01.2022 Our Community Funding Program is now open! The Community Funding Program provides grants to communities to improve facilities/programs in their township or to improve the overall amenity of their town. All community groups that represent the ratepayers of their community are eligible to apply for funding. Projects that will be considered for funding but not necessarily restricted to: Beautification projects Projects to improve or construct recreation facilities... Projects that will improve the amenity of the township/community For more information or to apply for funding, please download the form below and return it by either dropping it into the main office at 32-34 Georges Bay Esplanade, St Helens, or email [email protected] https://www.bodc.tas.gov.au/community/news-events/ See more

22.01.2022 National Drought and North Queensland Flood Response and Recovery Agency and Rotary Australia are bringing ‘one stop shops’ to St Mary’s on Wednesday 2 December to provide support and advice on the drought and challenges like COVID-19. These events bring together all levels of government, charities, not-for-profit and agricultural organisations to support farmers and rural and regional communities living through the immediate and longer-term effects of drought. It is an excellent opportunity for farmers, families and rural communities to grab a sausage sandwich, catch up with friends and neighbours and find out what support is available during drought and tough times. Come down to St Mary’s Community Hall, Gardiners Creek Rd, St Mary’s between 4pm and 8pm and say hello.

20.01.2022 Australia Day Award Nominations are now open! Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for our community? Why not nominate them for one of our Australia Day Awards? Eligibility: Citizen of the Year:... To be eligible, the person must be 27 years or older on or before the 26th January 2021. Young Citizen of the Year: To be eligible, the person must be under 27 years of age on or before the 26th January 2021. To nominate someone please download the below form and either drop it in to Council at 32-34 Georges Bay Esplanade, St Helens or email it to [email protected]. To make your nomination head to our website and download the form: https://www.bodc.tas.gov.au/community/news-events/ See more

18.01.2022 This weekend, the final trail in the St Helens MTB Network will open, Mack 10. This trail is a Black Diamond with some double black features including 'Bubble Head' featured below... Big Shed Studios

18.01.2022 We’re delighted to announce the writers selected for the creative collaboration with Tasmania’s Ten Days on the Island 2021 Festival, as part of their 'If These... Hall Could Talk' project'* Thank you to everyone who expressed interest. The extraordinary depth of Tasmania’s writing talent shone through the 120+ excellent submissions we received. The writers (and locations) are: Michael Blake (Scottsdale), Rachel Edwards (St Helens), Stephanie Eslake (Stanley), Katherine Johnson (Ross), Magdalena Lane (Sorell), Gabrielle Lis (Zeehan), Sandra Potter (New Norfolk), Bert Spinks (Liffey), Jeanette Thompson (Rowella) and Danielle Wood (Glen Huon). Each writer will create a literary response to their designated regional hall/venue and its community. The works will be published in Island 161 and/or via Island's and the Festival's websites in March 2021. You’ll then be able to travel Tasmania through the eyes of these exceptional Tassie writers and the fascinating ‘voices’ of 10 cherished venues. *For more info on the If These Halls Could Talk project http://tendays.org.au/halls-signature-project/

17.01.2022 THIS WEDNESDAY!

15.01.2022 This week’s photo of the week is a beautiful picture of Cosy Corner by Amaya Robertson. Thank you for sharing Amaya. If you’re out and about, please take some photos to share and send them into [email protected] and hopefully we can inspire others to explore our local area too.

14.01.2022 **UPDATED 2 December 2020 4.10pm** The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Winds. Damaging westerly winds, averaging 50 to 65...km/h with peak gusts around 100 km/h, are possible over the far southeast and the Furneaux Islands, during Wednesday. Stronger gusts in excess of 110 km/h are possible across high terrain and exposed coastal locations. Damaging winds will continue to ease during the afternoon, though winds will remain fresh to strong and gusty over the Central Plateau and the far south of Tasmania from late morning. Locations which may be affected include Whitemark, Geeveston and Dover. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Supervise children closely. * Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings. * Manage pets and livestock. * Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment. * Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to TasNetworks on 132 004. * Beware of damaged trees and power lines and take care when driving. * Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500.

13.01.2022 Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service will be running their Discovery Ranger program again this December and January with some great educational activities the whole family can enjoy! Check out the full program below.

13.01.2022 If you are passionate about wellbeing and our community we want you to join our Wellbeing Working Group! Check out the flyer below and you can find more information on the Wellbeing Project and the Working Group here. https://www.bodc.tas.gov.au/community/health-and-wellbeing/... EOIs close on 22 January 2021

12.01.2022 Beautiful Break O'Day This week's amazing picture of our beautiful home is of Kirwan's jetty and comes from Jess Quin. Now that the weather is getting warmer it is the perfect time to get outside and rediscover Break O'Day. Please share your beautiful Break O'Day phots with us by sending them to [email protected].... Jess Quin

11.01.2022 CLOSURE MEMORIAL PARK PUBLIC TOILETS Upgrading of facilities We will be undertaking works on the above toilet block starting Monday 12 October. First we will be closing the ladies toilets for works which will take approximately two weeks. Once these works are completed we will close the men's side for two weeks. During this time we ask the public to use the next closest public facilities which are located on the St Helens Wharf area opposite Marine Rescue. Works will inclu...de: Painting, Installing new sinks, New splash backs, New toilet seats and, baby change table. We appreciate your understanding and patience while these works are undertaken.

11.01.2022 Nominations for the 2021 Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards are NOW OPEN! No achievement is too small and you could change someone’s life, by nominating them in the Awards. Follow the links below to nominate.

11.01.2022 The St Marys Christmas Eve Party committee regretfully wish to advise that due to Covid19 restrictions the Christmas Eve Party and street parade will not be goi...ng ahead this year. This decision has not been made lightly and we have left making this decision until the last possible moment. We will endeavour to make next years event bigger and better. However, keep your eye out on our Facebook page for competitions in the lead up to Christmas and also Santa’s letterbox will still be placed at the St Marys post office for children to write to Santa and receive a letter back. There will also be raffle tickets circulating around for the traditional Christmas stocking. We thank you for your understanding.

09.01.2022 We are so thankful to have such hardworking volunteers in our Community! Last week the St Helens Auxiliary and Tip Shop volunteers handed over Community Grant Cheque’s to: Ambulance Tasmania - St Helens Group $5000 Riding for the Disabled $3000 and St Helens Croquet Club $2000... Thank you for looking after us all! Our Community Thanks you! :)

08.01.2022 ROAD WORKS ADVICE - Jason St, St Helens. The works crews will be undertaking kerb and channel work at Jason St, St Helens starting tomorrow, Tuesday 24 November. These works are expected to take all week. There will be minimal disruption and traffic management in place. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. :)

08.01.2022 St Helens Dog Exercise Yard - Eagle St We will be installing a new entry at the Eagle Street Off-lead dog exercise park on Thursday 26 and Friday 27 November. You can still access the exercise area via the Young Street Entrance. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

07.01.2022 We’re excited to announce that our grant application to Tasmanian Community Fund to facilitate a three-year community wellbeing project has been successful! The focus will be on building strong connections, nurturing resilience and supporting community members to drive positive change and there will be lots of opportunities for you to get involved! If you’re interested in learning more, the project scope is at https://www.bodc.tas.gov.au/community/health-and-wellbeing/ ... or if you’d like to get involved email [email protected] for more information. See more

07.01.2022 ROAD WORKS - High St, Mathinna We will be undertaking footpath and stormwater works between Wilson St and Butler St, Mathinna commencing 14 October. There may be traffic delays so please keep an eye out for our workers and any signage. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. :)

07.01.2022 ROAD WORK ADVICE - Flagstaff Rd, St Helens Works crews will be doing some work on Flagstaff Rd today. Please be aware of any signage and our workers. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

06.01.2022 ROAD WORKS - Golden Fleece Bridge On 22 - 23 October, contractors Pitt and Sherry will be undertaking an inspection of the Golden Fleece Bridge, St Helens. This is the main bridge as you enter St Helens via the Tasman Hwy. Traffic Management will be in place with one lane of the bridge closed for the inspection. Please look out for signage and workers.... We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. :)

05.01.2022 Unfortunately there will not be a Christmas parade this year in St Helens but luckily the St Helens Volunteer Fire Brigade have managed to convince Santa to join them at the Fire Station for their annual Lolly Run. Due to COVID the event will be a little different this year so please make sure you check out all the details below.

04.01.2022 ANSONS BAY CAUSEWAY IS NOW OPEN. There are currently no road closures. Thank you for your patience.

03.01.2022 YCENCT is looking for volunteers! We are looking for assistance with a whole heap of different things - such as support at events, fundraising, committee member...s, etc etc - whatever skills you have that you can share with the young people in our community. If you are interested get in touch and we can have a chat about what this looks like :) See more

02.01.2022 YNOT and the Mental Health Council of Tasmania are coming to St Helens on Wed 27 Jan 1pm-3pm! All young people aged 12-25 years are invited to join us to talk a...bout your hopes and dreams for children and young Tasmanians, as well as what you need to live your best life in Tasmania. Don't miss this great opportunity to have your voice captured in the first-ever Tasmanian Child and Youth Wellbeing Strategy! Visit the YNOT website or contact Ezra at [email protected] for more information. https://www.ynot.org.au/whats-on/we-are-coming-st-helens Break O'Day Council

01.01.2022 URGENT REHOME All lovely Odie wants for Christmas is a family who love him. Odie is a male staffy and is very friendly towards humans but we are not sure what he is like with other animals. If you would like to meet Odie please give the office a call on 63767900. Let's hope Odie can get his Christmas wish soon!