Ipswich City Council

Division 4 - Councillor Trevor Nardi

Newsletter

Welcome to the October 2009 edition of the Division 4 Update.

Now that spring is here and the days are warmer it is a great time to get out in the garden or take that walk.  Why not try out the fitness trail in Jack Barkley Park, North Booval.

Keeping fit is vital and as well as exercise, healthy eating will keep you in better shape.

Our Division is still growing with the medium house price in Booval having the biggest rise.

I feel this is mainly attributed to the new housing estate at the far end of North Station Road, North Booval, however, it shows the strength in our area.

The Bundamba Swim Centre was to be refurbished at this time but the contract for construction has fallen over which means that these much needed improvements will be delayed until a new contract is awarded.

Inside you will find the details for my next round of Community Meetings being held during October.  If you can find the time I would love to see you at one of them.

Now is also a good time to prepare for the storm season by making sure your house gutters are clear of leaves and outside items and loose objects cannot blow around.

Until next edition, keep safe. 

GREAT AUSTRALIAN BITE MORNING TEA

Trevor and his daughter Melina  are holding a Great Australian Bite Morning Tea.

Saturday 31 October 2009  at Silkstone Baptist Church Hall, Blackstone Road, Silkstone at 10.30am

Hope to see you there  -  this is always a popular morning with a free recipe book featuring great recipes for Diabetics.  $3.00 entry.  Please RSVP to 3816 2444 for catering purposes.

Division 4 Footpaths
Work will start shortly on the following footpaths throughout our Division: 

• Nelson Street, Bundamba from River Road through to Burgoyne Street.  This has an estimated cost of $140,000.00.
• King Street, Dinmore from River Road to McDonald Street.  The cost estimate is $90,000.00
• Alexandra Street, North Booval from Bridge to Wattle Streets on the eastern side.  This has an estimated cost of $80,000.00.
• Watkins & McConnell Streets, Bundamba from Mary to Craies Street. This has an estimated cost of $150,000.00.

Division 4 Road Works
A pedestrian refuge is to be installed adjacent 160 Blackstone Road, Silkstone

Black spot funding will fund additional signage at the intersection of Alexandra & Clifton Street, Booval.

The streets programmed for kerb and channel this financial year are:

• The southern side of John Street, Bundamba will receive kerb and channel.  Estimated cost is $350,000.00.
• Johnston Street, Silkstone - from Blackstone Road to Chilcott Street.  Estimated cost of $400,000.00.

Dinmore Park
The State Government have approached Ipswich City Council with advice that Dinmore Park located at 1 River Road, Dinmore is required by the MRD for the Ipswich Motorway.

Ipswich City Council has responded by advising that this park provides a significant role for residents of Dinmore and has significant history with a plaque in this park recognising this as the original site of the Dinmore State Primary School.

Council has stated that further consideration would be given only after community consultation is undertaken by the Department of Main Roads.

Development Applications

An application has been received to build an office building on land situated at 187 & 189 Brisbane Road and 1 McGrath Lane, Booval.

Another application has been received by council for the development of offices at 171-177 Brisbane Road & 7 Hamilton Street, Booval. This current proposal involves retaining all dwellings and undertaking ‘minor building works'.

If you would like any further information on what's happening throughout our Division, Trevor is always available for a chat or you can go to our Ipswich City Council website and use PD Online:  www.ipswich.qld.gov.au and follow the prompts for accessing PD online.

DIVISION 4 PARKS
Over the next twelve months a number of parks in our division will receive  some upgrades:

• Alf Kalamafoni Park, Bundamba will have the retaining wall replaced - the old one has white ant damage.  Cost $20,000.00
• New play equipment for younger children will be installed in the south east corner of Alfred Seymour Park, Bundamba.  Cost $47,000.00
• The Bundamba Memorial Park will have some of its older playground equipment replaced and the soft fall refreshed.  Cost $11,500.00
• The Lorikeet Street Reserve is to have a rock retaining wall installed.  Cost $2,500.00
• The concrete path running through Price Park, Ebbw Vale will be completed.  Cost $6,000.00
• Bollards  will be placed in Rosner Gibney Park, North Booval  on the Gledson street side.
  Cost $5,000.00
• A new shelter near pathway and pathway connection and tree planting will occur in Tite Family Park, Bundamba.  Cost $15,000.00
• Norm Brown Park, Bundamba will receive some new playground equipment, refurbishment of some of the other equipment and new soft fall. Cost $30,000.00

October Recipe              
Warm Couscous and Asparagus Salad

Serves 4-6   Intermediate GI

1 cup         Couscous
1 cup         Boiling vegetable stock
1 tin          Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ cup        Currants
½ cup        Flaked almonds, lightly toasted
2 pieces     Char-grilled capsicum, cut into thin strips
2 bunches  Asparagus, cut into 2cm portions
1 bunch     Parsley, finely chopped
1 piece      Low fat fetta, cut into small cubes (optional)
                Zest of 1 lemon

Dressing

½ cup       Olive oil
¼ cup       Balsamic vinegar
               Splenda or sugar to taste

Place couscous in a medium sized heat-proof bowl. Cover with boiling stock, then cover the bowl with glad-wrap and set aside for at least 5 minutes.  Steam the asparagus until just tender.

Mix asparagus, capsicum, chickpeas, currants, fetta, lemon zest, almonds and parsley into the couscous.  Add dressing to taste.

Dressing
Place oil and vinegar in a screw-top jar. Shake vigorously to combine. Sweeten with Splenda or sugar to taste.

Variation: Broccolini could be used instead of asparagus.  Char-grilled capsicum could be replaced with semi dried tomatoes.

Cat Registration

• register your cat as of 1st July 2009
• after 1st July 2009, owners must ensure that any cat is microchipped before they are sold or given away
• confine your cat to your property at all times - cats are not allowed to roam
• provide adequate fencing or an enclosure to confine your cat to your property at all times, or  be able to demonstrate to a Council Officer how  you confine your cat if you do not have adequate  fencing or an enclosure
• provide adequate supplies  of water and food for your cat
• dispose of all faeces and urine in a nuisance free manner
• vaccinate your cats and
• ensure your cats do not cause a nuisance to the community

The introductory rates 2009 / 2010 are:

Non-pensioner:- $20.00 per cat

Pensioner:  $12.50 per cat

For  a Cat Registration form, just  call the Division 4 Office on 3816 2444 and one can be sent out.

Community Meetings OCTOBER 2009

Trevor will be holding his next round of Community Meetings during October.  He would love to see you there - so why not come along and find out what's happening in your community!!!!

Ipswich City Council Healthy Lifestyle Website

The Ipswich Healthy 4 Life Guide contains information about free and low cost activities that are available locally to help Ipswich residents to lead active and healthy lifestyles. 

There are activities for all ages, interests and abilities.  The guide includes information about both regular activities and current events.

www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/residents/healthy_lifestyle/index.php

This site features the following links:

• Active pet owners
• Everyone
• People with disabilities and chronic conditions
• Seniors
• Young people
• Mums and bubs
• Walking

How to get involved:

Check out the activities available and find one that suits you   Call or email the contact person for more information or to make a booking (if required).

Further Information:

Contact Council on Ph (07) 3810 6666 or email healthy4life@ipswich.qld.gov.au to:

The Big Ipswich Swap Party!

To celebrate National Recycling Week 2009, Ipswich City Council is hosting its first ever Swap Party!  A Swap Party is a FREE event where participants bring good quality items to swap. Exchange your items for tokens and then simply browse, choose, swap and enjoy!

The Swap Party will be held at the Exhibits Display Pavilion, Ipswich Showgrounds on Saturday 14th November 2009.  Doors open at 9:00am - 12:00pm and there is no entry fee!

Bring up to five easy to carry, quality items that you want to swap such as clothes, shoes, baby/toddler items, DVDs and CDs, books, non-electrical tools, garden equipment, sports equipment, ornaments,  bric-a-brac and accessories and swap 'til you drop!

For more information about the Swap Party event,  visit www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/swap or
phone Ipswich City Council on 3810 6666.

Trevors newsletters are published every few months and all Division 4 Residents should receive a copy in their letterbox. If you did not receive a copy or would like another please do not hesitate to contact Trevor by email or by phoning his office on 3816 2444

Last Updated 24 Sep 2009 | Print this page | Contact us | News Feeds | Copyright © 2009 Ipswich City Council
Printed From: http://www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/about_council/mayor_and_councillors/division_4/newsletter