Councillor Kara Cook | Politician

Councillor Kara Cook

Phone: +61 7 3407 8200

Address: 63 Oxford Street 4170 Bulimba, QLD, Australia

Website: https://crkaracook.com.au

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25.01.2022 So wonderful to see these fresh faces filling my socials this morning! Well done Jonty, Jimmy, Ali and Jason - the next generation of Queensland Labor MPs! Exciting times ahead!

25.01.2022 COMMUNITY FACILITY TENDER:- Council is currently seeking applications from eligible not-for-profit community organisations to tender for the Former Balmoral Bowls Club site at 481 Wynnum Road (off Jean Howie Drive). You can find more information about the tender process and how to apply here https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au//community-facility-tenders

25.01.2022 Only 2 days to go until Di Farmer MP, Grace Grace MP and my petition for a Green Bridge closes. We are almost at 1000! Help us get there! There is still time to sign and share here ... https://www.epetitions.brisbane.qld.gov.au/petiti//pid/927

25.01.2022 Here’s our Halloween Colouring in Comp Winner! Thank you to everyone who took the time to enter. Congrats to Jacob from Norman Park on his excellent entry! ... Lots of chocolate is coming your way (sorry Mum and Dad!)

24.01.2022 THE WAIT IS OVER! Norman Park Sports & Community Club will be open this Friday 2nd October. Doors will open at 11.30am, so come say hello, have a cold one and sit down for a meal. ... Kitchen will be open all day, 11.30am until 8pm Give them a call to book a table (07) 3399 7902

23.01.2022 Important early voting information from my good friend Di Farmer MP

23.01.2022 Looking for a democracy snag in Norman Park tomorrow? Look no further than Faith Works Uniting Community

22.01.2022 If you can please do shop and support local during lockdown. Here’s me pre-lockdown with my fav beverage from Pete and the team at Willes Fine Foods - Oxford Street Bulimba #shoplocal

21.01.2022 Happy Friday! You can bend but never break me 'Cause it only serves to make me More determined to achieve my final goal

21.01.2022 Community Service Announcements Temporary closures of council facilities and services 8 January 2021 ... Following the Premier’s announcement of a three-day lockdown in Greater Brisbane, the following Brisbane City Council facilities, services and events will close to the public from 6pm tonight (Friday 8 January 2021) until 6pm Monday (11 January 2021). Libraries Community Halls Pools and aqua parks Environment Centres The Museum of Brisbane Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha Brisbane Powerhouse Brisbane City Hall Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium Golf Courses Visible Ink Youth Hub Active and Healthy classes Immunisation clinics at New Farm and Mitchelton The Enchanted Garden at Roma Street The Sound Society at South Bank The Moonlight Cinema at Roma Street Waste services, including residential bin collections, bin repairs and replacements will continue as normal, with increases sanitation and safety measures in place for the safety of residents and Council employees. Council’s Resource Recovery Centres will remain open as per normal operating hours for essential trips to the tip. Funeral services will continue, however, will be limited to 20 people as per Queensland Government guidelines. All items on loan or hold from Council’s libraries will be extended past the lockdown period. Residents are advised not to use dog parks or playgrounds for the duration of the lockdown period. Library meeting room bookings will be cancelled between 6pm Friday 8 January and 6pm Monday 11 January and online live programs scheduled for this period will also be cancelled. Council Cabs will continue to operate, with existing social distancing measures to support eligible clients to access essential services. For more information visit Brisbane City Council www.brisbane.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3403 8888. For traffic information visit QLD Traffic www.QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.

20.01.2022 Here they are! Some of the finest women I know in politics, if you want to find out more about these fabulous women check out their pages... Di Farmer MP in Bulimba (Bulimba, Balmoral, Cannon Hill, Hawthorne, Morningside, Norman Park, Murarrie and Seven Hills) Grace Grace MP in McConnel (Brisbane CBD, as well as the suburbs of Kelvin Grove, Herston, Bowen Hills, Newstead, Teneriffe, Fortitude Valley, Spring Hill, Petrie Terrace and New Farm)... Leanne Linard MP in Nudgee (Banyo, Nudgee, Nudgee Beach, Virginia, Boondall, Zillmere and Geebung, as well as parts of Nundah, Wavell Heights, Chermside and Kedron) Jonty Bush in Cooper (Enoggera Reservoir, The Gap, Bardon, Ashgrove, Red Hill, Paddington and Milton)

19.01.2022 We’ve got this Brissie #lockdownlife

19.01.2022 ROAD RESURFACING Watson Street, Camp Hill Please note that your street will be resurfaced from Monday 28 September and should be completed by 23 October (weather permitting).

19.01.2022 As your local team, Terri Butler MP, Di Farmer MP and I will always work together to fight for the best outcomes for our community. With the second Airport runway opening in July this year, many residents from Hawthorne, Balmoral, Bulimba and surrounds have talked to us about increased aircraft noise. We know this is a real issue. In fact the three of us all live locally in Morningside and Hawthorne and have personal experience of it. ... It’s a Federal issue, and one that Terri has made multiple representations about. However, the three of us have jointly decided that we need to take a team approach to it to try to get the best possible outcome for our community. It’s what we’ve always done when there’s a big issue affecting us all. We know there are lots of things we can’t change about any of this. When he was the local Federal Member, Kevin Rudd used his own personal money, and money raised by the community campaign, to take the federal government and the Brisbane Airport Corporation to court in the mid 2000s, to try to stop the runway being built. He lost and was ordered to pay costs. However we think it’s only fair that we all understand whether there are different choices airlines can make about the way they use the runway that could make a difference to the noise that’s affecting so many of us. Many locals have told us they have signed multiple petitions, with no effect. Many have written to the Brisbane Airport Corporation and/or Airservices Australia, and have received highly technical responses. It’s time we focussed our efforts in one direction, and asked the one person with oversight of all of these things the LNP Deputy Prime Minister, Michael McCormack to clarify, in non-technical terms, what options there are to reduce noise. We’re asking you to sign our petition and stand together as a community to ask the LNP Federal Government in Canberra to advise us of options. https://www.terributlermp.com/aircraftnoise

19.01.2022 Not sure I should be left alone with the Christmas puddings at 30 something weeks pregnant but here we are! These beauties will be available at our Christmas Edition Open Pantry ON TOMORROW 9-12noon

18.01.2022 ELECTION DAY! If you haven’t voted yet, today is your last chance! Head down to the polling booths that open from 8am and keep our strong local team together by supporting the wonderful Di Farmer MP

18.01.2022 OPEN PANTRY on today 9-12noon! 63 Oxford St, Bulimba

17.01.2022 Open Now! Come down to 63 Oxford St, Bulimba for Open Pantry from 9-12noon

17.01.2022 Really proud to be supporting the Fearless Females Pink Ribbon Breakfast at Bulimba Golf Club on 10 October. Tickets are only $25! Please support this great cause and raise awareness of Breast Cancer in our local community https://fb.me/e/4EvcujXcf

17.01.2022 Happy Friday! Terri Butler MP and I were out supporting our good friend Di Farmer MP this morning, we love our local team and are with Di all the way! #ImWithDi

16.01.2022 The storms are rolling in! Be prepared and stay safe!

16.01.2022 Beelarong Community Farm jams are for sale again tomorrow at the farm. Head on down and support this fabulous community organisation

15.01.2022 Flashback to my visit to Beelarong Community Farm with gorgeous Jean - one of the many dedicated volunteers. If you haven’t checked out this little piece of hidden paradise in Morningside, do yourself a favour and head down this weekend!

14.01.2022 #worldcleanupday is this Saturday! Drop by the office to collect your free kit!

14.01.2022 Doctors appointment = mask on! Don’t forget you will need your mask even after lockdown finishes at 6pm tonight In accordance with Queensland Government guidelines, these Council facilities will reopen to the public from Tuesday, 12 January. Visitors must wear a mask at all times when inside Council venues, until 1am January 22.... Libraries Community Halls Pools and aqua parks Environment Centres The Museum of Brisbane Brisbane Powerhouse (Friday 15 January) Brisbane City Hall Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium Visible Ink Youth Hub Active and Healthy classes Community Immunisation clinics The following events will reopen as per normal scheduling: The Enchanted Garden at Roma Street (Wednesday 13 January) The Sound Society at South Bank (Friday 15 and Saturday 16 January) The Moonlight Cinema at Roma Street. Waste services will continue as normal. Our Resource Recovery Centres remain open. CityHopper, Cross River, CityCat and SpeedyCat services will operate to normal timetables from 6pm 11 January. Masks must be carried and worn at all times. Funeral services will continue, but will be limited to 50 people inside Council’s chapels, or 100 people for outdoor burials. Council Cabs continue to operate, to support eligible clients to access essential services. All passengers must wear a face mask. For more information visit Brisbane City Council www.brisbane.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3403 8888. For traffic information visit QLD Traffic www.QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40

14.01.2022 Morningside Labor councillor Kara Cook, who previously ran a petition against the development, said the reported gagging of residents was deeply concerning. All residents have a right to have their say on development applications, particularly when a development will have a significant impact on them personally, Cr Cook said. Read more here ... https://www.couriermail.com.au//515805576f34044fbcaa26ef84

14.01.2022 Huge congratulations to my good friend Di Farmer MP on a well deserved WIN!!!! This campaign was incredibly tough with some very nasty personal attacks made on our Di. As always she powered ahead, maintaining her values, worked incredibly hard and ran a positive and proactive campaign which was always focused on us - her local community. Looking forward to continuing to work with Di as part of our strong local Labor team together with Terri Butler MP

13.01.2022 Awww... missing Hocus Pocus Halloween this year but no doubt it will be back bigger and better next year

13.01.2022 LOCKDOWN UPDATE

13.01.2022 Last chance to sign the petition to reinstate Norman Park Ferry Services! Petition closes midnight tonight! You can sign here https://www.epetitions.brisbane.qld.gov.au/petiti//pid/959

12.01.2022 This is exciting! Southside ART Market is back! If you are interested in having a stall please apply via link below!

12.01.2022 Finally! The Wilson Park, Norman Park playground and BBQ upgrade will be commencing in the coming weeks. For the latest update please see my newsletter out today!

12.01.2022 Just wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who called and sent messages of support following the QWeekend article on Saturday. To be honest, at times politics can be a pretty brutal and lonely path to walk and the last couple of days have been a wonderful reminder of who your friends and supporters really are, they are the people who cheer on you on at every step and celebrate your success with you, they are also there during the tough times. Josh and I feel incredibly lucky to have such a strong support network not only today but throughout our careers and lives. PS on a lighter note, here’s a few Pine Fest shots as requested

11.01.2022 Jonty Bush 4 Cooper was officially launched today with the help of special guests Kevin Rudd and Kate Jones

10.01.2022 World Clean Up Day! Check out the Green Family on a mission in Norman Park! Thanks to everyone who collected clean up packs from our office, we still have some available so drop by anytime between 8:30-4:30pm Mon to Fri

09.01.2022 KERALGERIE PARK CONSULTATION THIS SATURDAY 9-10am AND ONLINE CONSULTATION NOW OPEN! An opportunities plan has been developed which includes the following potential upgrades: * new additional play equipment... * new toilet block * new picnic shelters, tables and a barbecue * new bike rack * bin upgrades * new accessible parking bay * new shade tree and landscape planting * circular scooter track. To have your say on the opportunities plan, you can: * visit the drop-in information kiosk on Saturday 28 November 2020 at Keralgerie Park between 9am and 10am * complete the online survey by 11.59pm on 14 December 2020. Community feedback will be used to help inform the final design for upgrades to Keralgerie Park. An update will be provided to the community with the final plan, timing and next phase of the project in early 2021. For more information visit https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au//m/keralgerie-park-upgrade

08.01.2022 Donations on their way to Zonta Brisbane East and The Sunlight Centre. Financial and non-financial support for our community organisations is one way we help build strong social fabric in our local area

06.01.2022 Confirming what Morningside locals already knew! Bare Bones Barber Shop is THE BEST barber in Brisbane! Well done guys!

06.01.2022 Attention local small business owners and tenants! Council has just opened a small number of grants for shopfront improvements in the suburbs. These grants are co-funded projects between the applicant and Council and applications are now being accepted for projects in 2021. ... If your business is interested please visit the link below for more info and details of how you can apply online. https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au//suburban-shopfront-improv

04.01.2022 CALLING ALL SANTAS! I need your help! Yesterday we received an urgent call to help our local Micah Projects Wellspring Hub in Hawthorne with their children’s Christmas present drive after their sponsor had to pull out. This morning, I’ve been shopping to get over half of the gifts for the 24 kids who otherwise would miss out but there were some gifts I wasn’t able to source (we are trying to give each child 2 gifts). If you are out and about this weekend and are able to purch...ase any of the following gifts and drop them to our office (unwrapped) early next week that would be wonderful! Please comment below if you are able to help and which gift so that we don’t double up. I’ll try to update the list as they are allocated. THANK YOU!! Girl 2 years - v-tech camera and play grow ice cream cart Boy 4 years - musical instruments - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS MICHELLE VIA MAKING MUSIC Boy 2 years - clothes size 1 and art and craft supplies - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS TIM & MATT Girl 2 years - doll and pram and clothes size 2 and art and craft supplies - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS SHEENA Girl 2 years - dolls - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS ABBY Boy 2 years - trains and duplo and outdoor toys Girl 2 years - Emma wiggle anything and books SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS Boy 11 years - gift voucher - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS CRACKERJACK TOYS Girl 5 years - doll and books and arts and craft - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS LITTLE & CO Girl 4 years - pink light up scooter and kitty LoL surprise Girl 1 year - wiggle musical bear and baby doll - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS Boy 3 years - Thomas puzzles and Henry or Gordon train Girl 13 years - Nike drink bottle and soccer ball - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS TIM & MATT Boy 2 years - outdoor balls - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS KINDRED Girl 1 year - books and bag and crayons - SANTA FOUND FOR THESE ITEMS JACKIE Boy 4 years - blocks and clothes size 2-3

04.01.2022 So excited to sponsor this wonderful event! Head down to the Morningside Panthers this weekend and check out the exhibition!

03.01.2022 THANK YOU to these amazing Norman Park residents who answered the call and headed into yesterday’s Public and Active Transport Committee Meeting to hear the outcome of my petition to reinstate the Norman Park Ferry after it was CUT by the Mayor, Adrian Schrinner and LNP Administration. As expected, all LNP Councillors including the Chairperson of the Committee Cr Ryan Murphy voted against reinstating the Ferry. Cr Cassidy (Labor) and Cr Sri (Greens) supported our local area a...nd reinstatement of the service. The petition will now go to the Full Council meeting next Tuesday for a full vote and debate, but yesterday’s decision is effectively a rubber stamp - unless the LNP who have 20 out of 27 positions on Council change their mind. One positive outcome from yesterday was that Cr Murphy committed both himself and the Lord Mayor to meeting with residents after questions from Cr Cassidy. I had also written to both Cr Murphy and the Lord Mayor requesting a community meeting last week but I have not yet received any formal response. As soon as I have those details, I will provide those to residents wanting to attend. In the meantime, if you would like to watch the meeting of Council next week (it’s an incredibly long meeting and the petition will not be considered until late afternoon/early evening) you can view it live via the council website or the meeting and minutes are also published a week after it has occurred online. I will also provide a further update following the meeting next week. Once again, thank you to our local community for supporting this campaign. Whether you attended the committee meeting yesterday, have written emails and letters to the Mayor and Cr Murphy, signed one of our petitions, attended the community meeting last week, letterboxed residents with information, have made an application to address full Council (or all of the above!) - your efforts are greatly appreciated. I am so proud to represent such an active and engaged community.

01.01.2022 Still no cross river ferry at Norman Park after they were pulled from the water - now serious questions are being raised about the new City Cats tender. The Lord Mayor has completely mismanaged the whole Ferry Fleet and our community are left without ferry services. Read more here ... $24m crash behind CityCat builder https://www.couriermail.com.au//0ef79b41a842e0a94ee012adfc

01.01.2022 Balmoral democracy Sausage? Balmoral State High School has the goods!