Goondiwindi Regional Council in Goondiwindi, Queensland | Government organisation

Goondiwindi Regional Council

Locality: Goondiwindi, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4671 7400

Address: 100 Marshall Street 4390 Goondiwindi, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.grc.qld.gov.au

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25.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE ’ An additional $10,000 in external funding will complement a suite of recently completed refurbishments at Cement Mills Hall by Goondiwindi Regional Council. During his visit to Inglewood today, Mayor of the Goondiwindi region the Honourable Cr Lawrence Springborg AM said Council had recently completed $50,000 of upgrades and maintenance at the hall.... Read more - https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//additional-funding-to-complete See more

25.01.2022 These dogs were found wandering in Stratford Street, Goondiwindi. For further information, please visit our website at www.grc.qld.gov.au/residents/animals/lost-impounded or contact Council on 07 4671 7400 during office hours.

24.01.2022 Preventing unnecessary water wastage! Rain sensors have been installed at Council-managed sport complexes to prevent watering when it is not needed. We are doing our part, and we hope you are doing yours.

24.01.2022 Our Customer Service Team is regularly receiving complaints concerning cats and dogs, most often regarding strays and barking dogs. A way that YOU can help us is by making sure your pets are contained within your property and by finding and removing triggers of your dogs barking. If a stray cat or dog is a trigger for barking at your place please make contact with Council.l to assist.... For more information, or if you would like any advice, please contact Council on 4671 7400.

23.01.2022 Council advises residents that reading of Water Meters will commence on 21.09.2020 through to 14.10.2020. Council ask that you make sure your Water Meter is easily accessible and free from obstructions.

22.01.2022 A fire ban has been imposed for Goondiwindi Regional Council Local Government Area effective from 0001 hours tomorrow morning (24/9)

22.01.2022 In accordance with section 277(4) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 Council advises that the September Ordinary Meeting will be held on Thursday 24 September 2020, commencing at 9.00am. This meeting will take place at the Inglewood Civic Centre, 18 Elizabeth Street, Inglewood. All meetings are open to the public.

22.01.2022 - Goondiwindi Regional Council has established a local steering committee to research options for the provision of aged care services in Inglewood, following a community meeting in the town last week. Council facilitated the meeting last Monday following the sudden closure of the Churches of Christ (CoC) Inglewood Aged Care Service, known locally as Casa Mia, which left a number of reside...Continue reading

21.01.2022 Two new electronic signs will encourage drivers to stop and take a break at the driver reviver sites in Goondiwindi and Inglewood during the school holidays. To read more visit - https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//new-signs-to-promote-driver-re

20.01.2022 : Businesses in the Goondiwindi region will have improved opportunities to win local government contracts thanks to Goondiwindi Regional Council’s move to a new online procurement system that ensures greater transparency and fairness. Council is now using the cloud-based platform VendorPanel for quotes and tenders of more than $15,000 (excluding GST), and strongly encourages Goondiwindi region bu...Continue reading

20.01.2022 Do you know a resident of the Goondiwindi Regional Council area that has made a noteworthy contribution to the local community? Someone that has, through outstanding service, undertaken activities that benefit and promote the welfare and wellbeing of the community? Nominate them for our Citizen of the Year award (for 27 years and above), click the link below to fill out an online form today www.grc.qld.gov.au/ausdayfo/australia-day-nomination-form/1

19.01.2022 UPDATE 5/11/2020 - This dog is no longer impounded. This dog was picked up near St Mary's School, Goondiwindi. For further information please contact Council on 4671 7400 during office hours or visit our website www.grc.qld.gov.au/residents/animals/lost-impounded

19.01.2022 Are you ready for disaster? Read our newest belong edition to find out how to prepare your emergency kit today. Read online here: https://www.grc.qld.gov.au/news-events/news/belong-magazine

17.01.2022 Do you know anyone in our local Council area (under 27 years) who has made a notable contribution to the local community through outstanding service? An individual who participates in the community, takes the lead and is a positive role model for their peers. Whoever it was that popped into your mind - why not nominate them for our Young Citizen of the Year award. FYI - Family members are able to nominate each other.... Click the link below to nominate your favourite young person now https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//australia-day-nomination-form/1

17.01.2022 Coming directly from the International Space Station, astronaut Dr Shannon Walker will be reading "Give me some Space" by Philip Bunting. Goondiwindi Regional Council Libraries along with ALIA, Scholastic, the Australian Space Agency and the Office of the Chief Scientist, invites you to an Intergalactic reading experience that is (literally) out of this world! Wednesday 19th May 2021 @ 11am. Bookings Required. Contact your local Library for more information. 07 4671 7400 or [email protected]

17.01.2022 REMINDER - AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS! The new year is fast approaching, and with that comes our annual Australia Day awards. Do you know any inspiring athletes or notable contributors to the sporting realm - young or old? Slip in your nomination for them to receive the Junior Sports Award (under 18 years) or Senior Sports/ Administration Award (18 years and above). Both awards are presented to an individual (or team for the Senior award) that has excelled in their sporting fie...ld or made a noteworthy contribution to sport in the local community. Click below to submit a nomination for your favourite sports person or team https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//australia-day-nomination-form/1

17.01.2022 This International Composting Awareness Week why not start a compost bin and veggie garden with the kids? Check out this awesome composting guide and tips! https://www.bhg.com/gardening/yard/compost/how-to-compost/... As a bonus you are also reducing the landfill for our region when you compost!

16.01.2022 Goondiwindi Regional Council is proud to support Texas' Festival of Small Halls initiative through our Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF). Woodfordia Inc. are stopping in at Texas on October 16 for their Spring 2020 Tour. Come down for a COVIDSafe, contemporary and folk filled night - make sure to book as tickets are limited! Purchase your ticket here - https://smallhalls.iwannaticket.com.au//festival-of-small-... For more information about how the RADF works and how it could help YOU, click here - https://www.grc.qld.gov.au/residents/donations-grants/radf

16.01.2022 Tourism operators and related businesses in the Goondiwindi region are invited to attend one of two free workshops available in Goondiwindi and Inglewood about the ‘Business of Tourism’. To read the full media release - https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//free-tourism-workshops-to-hone

16.01.2022 Council currently has the following vacancies: * Land Protection Officer - Inglewood * 2 Traineeships Office Administration * Labourer Town Maintenance - Texas... * Technical Officer Gravel Maintenance - Texas or alternatively Inglewood More information including the Employment Information Package and how to apply can be found on our website www.grc.qld.gov.au/vacancies

15.01.2022 Planning a trip to a dam? Shorelines can contain rocks and tree stumps that cause injury See how you can stay safe - bit.ly/2Rg9Zna

15.01.2022 Council has a vacancy for an Asset & Community Infrastructure Officer based in Goondiwindi. Applications close at 5pm (AEST) on Friday, 20 November 2020. More information including the Employment Information Package and how to apply can be found on our website www.grc.qld.gov.au/vacancies

14.01.2022 Do you know someone who could use some help with their digital skills? If you do please pass on this information to them. Goondiwindi Library are offering regular Be Connected: Digital Literacy Workshops starting on Wednesday 7th October 2020 at 11:15am. Be Connected is a free Australian Government initiative aimed at increasing the confidence, skills and online safety of Australians when using the internet and everyday technology. ... To book contact the Goondiwindi Library 07 4671 7470 or [email protected] (Maximum of 5 people per session). A list of topics can be found on our website www.grc.qld.gov.au/residents/libraries/programs-and-events #BeConnectedAU Good Things Foundation Australia

13.01.2022 Calling all businesses in the tourism sector! Southern Queensland Country Tourism will be bringing Marketing Strategist, Kim Skilton, out to Goondiwindi and Inglewood next month to share her wisdom on how you can improve your business. Click the link below to find out more - bookings essential! https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//sqct-the-business-of-tourism-w

13.01.2022 ' - This week’s column is a call to action. There’s no doubt that 2020 has been tough for many in our community so I’d like to suggest an easy yet meaningful way to make the best of a bad year. Firstly, I want to encourage any community group who is struggling to interpret or implement the Queensland Government’s COVID-19 guidelines for events to get in touch with Council. These guidelines can certainly seem overwhelming and, while Counc...Continue reading

12.01.2022 **UPDATE 12 April 2021 - These cats are no longer impounded with Council. These 3 little kittens were impounded in Riddle Street, Goondiwindi. For further information please visit our website www.grc.qld.gov.au/residents/animals/lost-impounded or contact Council on 07 4671 7400 during office hours.

12.01.2022 - A $190,000 project to improve the water quality and pressure to connected properties in Goondiwindi is scheduled to be completed next week. Goondiwindi Regional Council has allocated the funding from the State Government’s 2020-21 COVID Works for Queensland (W4Q) program towards replacing the water mains at Winton and Chalmers Streets.... To read more -

12.01.2022 THIS IS A CALL TO ACTION! As the new year approaches, so does our annual Australia Day awards ceremonies. If you know someone who has been a previous winner or nominee, feel free to tag them below - bonus if you have photos! Hint - We currently have records of past recipients from 2009 (Council amalgamation) - on our website.... Nominations are still open for 2021 awards, visit our website for application forms and more information - grc.qld.gov.au/australiaday.

11.01.2022 Keen to get the latest dam safety news when the rain comes? Download the Sunwater app and customise notifications to get alerts on dams in your region bit.ly/2sarvi0

10.01.2022 The Streetscaping Project - Marshall Street survey run by Engage & Create Consulting closes next Wednesday, 30 September 2020. Below is the link to have your say.

09.01.2022 This week is Get Ready Queensland Week. Now is the time for Goondiwindi Regional Council residents to make sure we are all ready for the upcoming severe weather season to protect what is most important to us. Make sure you're ready before disaster strikes by following these 3 ... simple steps: Step 1: Make a plan - www.getready.qld.gov.au/plan Step 2: Pack supplies - www.getready.qld.gov.au//3-steps-get-/step-2-pack-supplies Step 3: Make sure you're covered - www.getready.qld.gov.au//3-/step-3-make-sure-youre-covered #GetReadyQueensland

09.01.2022 Council has a vacancy for a Technical Officer (Works). See Council's website for more information: www.grc.qld.gov.au/vacancies

09.01.2022 Is your pooch registered with Council? By registering with Council, we will have your contact information to re-unite you and your best friend if your dog decides to take a stroll away from home. Dog registration for town residents is compulsory for any dog 3 months old. Contact Council on 4671 7400 for more information.

09.01.2022 Congratulations to The Honourable Lawrence Springborg AM, Mayor of Goondiwindi Regional Council who received his Member of the Order of Australia yesterday.

08.01.2022 Do you have unwanted or obsolete agvet chemicals you need to dispose of? ChemClear are holding a collection in Queensland in July-August 2021. Simply register your chemicals by 13 June for your chemicals to be safely collected and disposed of. Agvet chemicals that display the drumMUSTER logo are collected free of charge.... Click the following link to register your chemicals: http://www.chemclear.org.au/register-your-chemical/ #AgVet #Farming #ChemClear Agsafe drumMUSTER & ChemClear Queensland Farmers' Federation Growcom Australia

08.01.2022 BELONG July 2020 Issue out now! Read more about Goondiwindi Regional Council's Drought Resilience Plan that better prepares us to mitigate the impact of drought. Find a hard copy at your local Council Customer Service Centre, or read a summary in our Belong grc.qld.gov.au/belong-magazine For the full version of the plan visit - https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//f/1682/drought-resilience-plan... Happy reading!

08.01.2022 UPDATE 23/9/2020: This dog is no longer impounded. This dog was picked up in Regent Street, Inglewood. For further information please contact Council on 4671 7400 during office hours or visit our website www.grc.qld.gov.au/residents/animals/lost-impounded

06.01.2022 ATTENTION - AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS! The Community Project/ Cultural/ Community Event of the year award is presented to an individual, group, club, association or event that has made a significant contribution to the local community. We bet your biggest challenge will be choosing just one great Goondiwindi region community group/ event/ project!!!... To nominate someone within this category for the 2021 Australia Day Awards, visit our website here https://www.grc.qld.gov.au/australiaday Happy nominating!

05.01.2022 Council has a vacancy for a Land Protection Officer - Rural Services. Applications close at 5pm (AEST) on Monday, 30 November 2020. More information including the Employment Information Package and how to apply can be found on our website www.grc.qld.gov.au/vacancies

05.01.2022 ' - 17 2021 , I’m sure many residents would agree that advocacy at a local government level is crucial, and I’d like to take the opportunity in this fortnight’s column to discuss some of the ways that Council is currently turning advocacy into action right across the Goondiwindi region. Last Wednesday, Council facilitated a community meeting in Inglewood to discuss the provis...Continue reading

03.01.2022 - Toobeah residents will have greater water security in future times of drought with the installation of a new water storage tank and pump set that will increase the town’s water storage capacity by 22,500 litres. - to read more https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//increased-water-storage-means-

02.01.2022 2020 brings a new way of doing our the reading advent calendar! Join our local celebrities reading all your favourite stories, creating us some great Christmas themed craft and singing our favourite Christmas Carols and songs (and even a new one is featured as well). This year you can watch them all in the library or where ever you’d like, we’ve recorded them all for you to watch each day in the countdown to Christmas. Follow our event for our daily updates. Check in each day or visit us at the library to see who features their favourite Christmas story, song, or craft for you to enjoy.

01.01.2022 The Golden Age Centre (aka the PCYC Riverview Function Centre) in Goondiwindi is currently under contract negotiations with a potential new lessee for the management of the facility. To read the full media release visit - https://www.grc.qld.gov.au//contract-negotiations-underway