Update - 22 March 2010

BAG NEWS ….

Show Schedule – The finishing touches are being made to the 2010 Mitchell Show Schedule! These will be available at the office later in the week.

The next BAG General Meeting will be held on 14 April 2010, 7.00 pm at the BAG cottage in Ann Street. Everyone is welcome.


BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………

Community Bus – As council is no longer hiring its bus to community groups, it has been identified the need for a community owned bus for use by all community groups. Helen Brindley has taken on the role of working party co-ordinator for this project. If you would like to join this working party, or want to provide details of when you/your group would make use of a community bus please contact Helen at bindies@activ8.net.au ... Also, if you have some ideas as to how this may be funded/supported long term, Helen would love to hear these!!


GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION ………

Mitchell Responsible Serving of Alcohol Course – So what do you do when an intoxicated 18 year old wants another beer – and you’re the one behind the bar? What do you say to diffuse what could become an awkward situation? The Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) course is a great way o learn how to deal with these and other tricky situations. They run for four hours and provide the knowledge and awareness necessary to serve liquor responsibly. Successful participants receive a Liquor Licensing industry recognised RSA certificate. Benefits include: Greater awareness of legal liabilities; Increased knowledge of alcohol and its effects; A safer environment for servers and patrons; Assists clubs to achieve Good Sports accreditation. Course Details: Tuesday 25 May 2010, 5.30 pm, at the Maranoa Regional Council, Mitchell Office (old Council Chambers). Cost is $45 for Good Sports club members and $75 for non-members. To book, please contact Good Sports Project Officer Justine Miller on 0400 726 652 or email goodsports_southwest@live.com.au. Payment must be received prior to course date to secure your spot!

Flood Assistance – The Department of Communities are conducting outreach services in the Mitchell and Dunkeld areas over the next few days. Affected people can register for: financial assistance; personal support; counselling services; specialist services; etc. by using 1800 173 349. Please keep in mind that this assistance is available for all affected residents of the Maranoa including primary producers.


Until next time! :-)

Cheers,
Sharyn.