Councillor Gaedtke – Councillor Report – Ordinary Council Meeting – 19 July 2023

Councillor Gaedtke – Councillor Report – Ordinary Council Meeting – 19 July 2023

Category : General News

 Cr Cheryl Gaedtke – Ordinary Council Meeting 19 July 2023

Agenda Item #5 Matters of Public Interest

Lions District is inviting community to their Open Day to road test Lions Camp Duckadang on Saturday 29 July between the hours of 10am -3pm.  Everyone is welcome to road test the basketball, low ropes, ping pong, swimming pool, putt-putt, giant see saw, archery, 12m climbing wall and zip line.  There will also be guided tours every 30 minutes.

Huge congratulations to Ryder Cochrane on a well-earned third place in the eight and under boys division of the World Stars of Junior Golf Championship held in Las Vegas in June 2023.

Local identity, Ms Vanessa Aland, Regional Supervisor, North Coast Community Corrections was recognised in the King’s Birthday 2023 Honours list and is one of three           Queensland Corrective Services officers to receive the prestigious Australian Corrections Medal (ACM).  Vanessa joined Queensland Corrective Services in 2008 as a Community Corrections Supervisor.  She has consistently demonstrated the highest level of efficient and ethical service.  As District Manager of the Maroochydore Community Corrections, she has responsibility for the oversight, management and direct control of about 1000 offenders subject to supervision in the community, including contact with offenders on parole, probation and reparation orders.

Agenda Item #33 Councillors’ Report

June

07       Ordinary Council Meeting – Kilcoy

07       Workshop Meeting – Kilcoy

07       Kilcoy Street Revitalization and Streetscaping Workshop

08       Brisbane Valley Interagency Meeting – Teams

08       Kilcoy State High School – Meeting First Nations Bush Tucker Garden

10       Nanango 175th Birthday Celebrations

11       Kilcoy & District Tennis Club – Official Opening of Tennis Courts

12       Farewell to Sgt Marty Tanwan – Kilcoy

12       125th Independence Day Philippines Celebrations – Kilcoy State Primary School

12       Friends of Stonehouse – Meeting – Moore

12       Kilcoy District Progress Alliance Assn monthly Meeting

13       Somerset Dam & District Progress Association Meeting

14       Mt Kilcoy State School – School Review

19-26 Annual Leave

July

05       Kilcoy Chamber of Commerce Inc – Dinner Meeting

06       Brisbane Valley Heritage Trails committee monthly Meeting – Moore

10       Friends of Stonehouse committee monthly Meeting – Moore

10       Kilcoy Chamber of Commerce Inc – Executive Committee Meeting

10       Kilcoy District Progress Alliance Assn monthly Meeting

11       Harlin/Linville State Schools’ BVRT bicycle ride (Benarkin to Linville)

11       Kilcoy Show Society monthly Meeting

12       Lowood State High School – Murrumba Bigi

14       Harlin State School – Kops in Kilts

15       Country Week – Kilcoy District Football Club – Hopetoun Playing Fields

15       Kilcoy Lions Club – Annual Changeover Dinner

Over the past six weeks the region has been extremely busy, with lots of activity with Lion Clubs’ Change Over dinners, local state and high schools providing items of interest, ongoing community consultation with respect to the Kilcoy Street Revitalization and Streetscaping Workshop, the Kilcoy Chamber of Commerce organising a very informative after dark meeting and a very emotional farewell to Sergeant Martin Tanwan after 40 years of dedicated service to QPS  and communities, and in particular 25 years in Kilcoy.


Log out of this account

Leave a Reply

Facebook News

Cover for Cheryl Gaedtke Retired SRC
1,294
Cheryl Gaedtke Retired SRC

Cheryl Gaedtke Retired SRC

I believe in open communication, active listening and a commonsense approach, ALWAYS!
After 39 years, 31 as staff and 2 terms as Councillor, I have enjoyed my journey and understand the importance of Local Government as the grass root level of government.

🌟 Helping Queensland women get back to work! 🌟The Women’s Career Grant is here to support women across Queensland who are ready to re-enter the workforce — with up to $4,999 in funding available to help you take the next step in your career 👩‍💼💪Applications open Monday 3 November 2025, with funding available until 30 June 2026 (or until all funds are awarded).💖 Who can apply:Women aged 18+ living in QueenslandAustralian, NZ or eligible temporary residentsUnemployed for 6+ months and ready to return to workHaven’t received this grant before💼 How the grant can help you:👚 Workwear – uniforms, office attire, PPE💻 Technology – laptop, software, assistive tech👶 Childcare – registered childcare or after-school care🎓 Training – accredited courses, licences, study materials🧭 Job readiness – CV writing, interview prep, grooming, transport🚚 Relocation – removalists, bond cleanThis grant is about helping women get back on their feet and back into meaningful employment.Learn more or apply now at 👉 rdaiwm.org.au/grants#WomensCareerGrant #SupportingWomen #BackToWork #JobsForQueenslandWomen #IWMJobs #GrantsForGrowth #EmpoweringWomen Queensland Government ... See MoreSee Less
View on Facebook
🎉 The Kilcoy Multicultural Carnival is back — bringing our Somerset community together to celebrate culture, connection and diversity! 🌏✨An afternoon of family fun with food trucks, kids’ activities, information stalls, and vibrant cultural performances showcasing the rich mix of cultures that make our region special.📍 Yowie Park, Hope Street, Kilcoy📅 Friday, 24 October 2025🕓 4pm – 7pmDon’t miss this colourful celebration of community spirit — everyone’s welcome! 💛#SomersetRegion #KilcoyMulticulturalCarnival #CommunityEvent #CelebrateDiversity #FamilyFun #Kilcoy #SomersetTogether Multicultural Australia Somerset Regional Council ... See MoreSee Less
View on Facebook
📢 See what Nicole, Rees and the RDA IWM team have been up to this September!From building connections across the region to advocating for community priorities and highlighting the latest grants — it’s all in our September newsletter.👉 Read more: rdaiwm.org.au/latest-news/#RegionalDevelopment #CommunityGrowth #FundingOpportunities #RDAIWM ... See MoreSee Less
View on Facebook
🌏 The Kilcoy Multicultural Carnival is back for 2025 🌏Clear your calendars for a family-friendly celebration of diversity on Friday, 24 October from 4pm at Yowie Park, Kilcoy.This free event will feature cultural performances, workshops and food, with the opportunity to experience the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our community.This event is proudly sponsored by Kilcoy Global Foods and supported by the Queensland Government. ... See MoreSee Less
View on Facebook
Photos from Somerset Regional Council's post ... See MoreSee Less
View on Facebook