BAG NEWS ….
Community Workshops – our first workshops on Project Management proved a very entertaining two evenings. Lots of information and ideas were shared to apply our learnings to current community projects. If you have missed the first workshop but would still like to be able to do the other workshops and get the certificate of attainment, it’s not too late! I have had a few enquiries on this already, so am arranging a catch up day for those community members who missed the first workshop. Please contact me if you want some more information on this.
Some feedback we received:
“This workshop has been extremely worthwhile to me as I have realised how so many people are interested in working for the community. Not only are we keen to progress relevant projects, but are happy to work together.” Donna McCarrol
“The course was a great opportunity for busy people to be focused for a period of time on community projects. Further, the attendees are gaining valuable project management tools that can be shared and taught to others.” Adam McEvoy
“The workshop taught me that from the simplest idea, by developing a plan of action and working through it you can attain success.” Christine Waldron
“I felt that the course presented by Pen allowed for all participants to engage in discussion relating to the topics presented. The open format of this course allowed for an exchange of ideas that could be directly related to the needs of the individual projects as per need. Through Pen’s enthusiastic and positive approach attendees were able to engage in self exploration not only in regard to individual projects but also the management of those projects in regard to human resources and directional input. The loose structure of the program allowed for an expanse of ideas that could be pinned to a variety of uses beyond the sole purpose of project management per say. Through hands on engagement I feel more was learnt as people were able to be actively involved in the process of their learning, taking from the program what was necessary for them in a point in time.” Tilly Butler-Woodall
Our next workshop is Leadership - Monday 14 September and Tuesday 15 September 2009, 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm. Explore leadership styles and qualities, leadership vs management, leadership models and develop skills to become a more effective leader. All welcome! Please contact me to register.
A decision was made at our last general meeting to move to holding our General Meetings every two months, instead of each month. Please note that there will be no General Meeting this month.
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Community Walk – On Sunday 27 September 2009, the BAG Walking Track working party will be going for a walk! They will be investigating and mapping our current tracks. We would like to invite community members to come along on this walk with us. It will be a perfect opportunity to discuss the how, when, where, why and who’s of improving our local tracks for both walking and cycling while we casually walk and talk! We will, of course, continue to liaise with Council on the work they and external consultants are doing to map out potential walking tracks. No RSVP necessary, just join us if you can. We will be meeting at the swimming pool entrance at 4 pm.
GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION ………
Child Safety Awareness while using Mobile Phones – To coincide with National Child Protection Week, concerned parents are hosting a public meeting to raise awareness for an emergent local issue regarding the use of mobile phone chats. This is a real and growing issue where the safety of our children is at risk. Everyone is invited to attend the meeting being held Thursday, 10 September 2009 at 7pm, at the Mitchell Town Hall. Guest speakers include Telstra, AIRG, a representative from the Mayor's office, and representatives from Hon Bruce Scott MP. The whole community needs to know how BIG and REAL this problem is. Please come along to find out how to be mobile safe and smart. A light supper is provided so please help by letting Cathy know if you can attend – phone 4623 6662 or email csomp@yahoo.com.au ...
Mitchell goes digital! Upgrades have been completed which now allow Mitchell & Amby residents to receive digital television. You will need a digital ready television or set top box to access this new service which includes some new channels - ABC1, ABC2 and the soon to be broadcast ABC3. The new digital frequency gives you stereo sound and with the right equipment you can pause, rewind and record live tv! Worth following up if this is of interest to you.
Check out the new and improved Heartland FM 102.1 – Heartland FM have just installed a VPN connection to their transmitters which means daily updates from their base studio …. every day if need be! For the past six years Heartland FM have had to come out and update the data base at each site, technology has made this no longer necessary, so any community service items can now be handled on a daily basis. Please contact me if you would more information and contact details for the station.
Calling Youth for Applications in Maranoa Youth Council - If you are between the ages of 12-25 years, and looking to develop your leadership and social skills, want to voice the opinions of youth within the Maranoa region, or create and work on projects and events for youth to participate in, then nominate to become part of the first Maranoa Youth Council! Youth Council membership is free and will run annually for 12 months from November to November. Youth Council members will get to work closely with Maranoa Regional Council’s Regional Youth Coordinator, Samantha Grant, and will have the opportunity to assist with a variety of regional and national community events along with investigating projects of their desire! The first elected Youth Council members will have the opportunity to vote for the new Council’s name and also design the logo. Applications are now open to all youth between 12-25 years and who reside within the Maranoa region. Visit www.maranoa.qld.gov.au/community/youth.shtml . Applications close 5:00 pm on Friday, 9 October 2009 for the 2010 Council. For further details, please feel free to contact the Regional Youth Coordinator – Samantha Grant on 1300 007 662 or at regionalyouthcoordinator@maranoa.qld.gov.au
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Update - 12 August 2009
BAG NEWS ….
Community workshops begin next week!
These workshops are designed for community members who are actively involved in not for profit community groups who want to further develop their skills to be effective committee members, wish to see the continued development and growth of the Booringa community, and want to seek new opportunities for personal development.
Workshop 1 – Manage Projects
Monday 17 August and Tuesday 18 August 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
This workshop covers the management of projects including the development of a project plan, administering and monitoring the project, finalising the project and reviewing the project to identify lessons learnt for application to future projects.
Workshop 2 – Leadership
Monday 14 September and Tuesday 15 September 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Explore leadership styles and qualities, leadership vs management, leadership models and develop skills to become a more effective leader.
Workshop 3 – Time Management
Monday 19 October and Tuesday 20 October 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Couldn’t we all use some more time! Learn strategies (that work) to make the most of each day and give you more time to enjoy the things you love. Time management is also about using given time more efficiently and to reduce procrastination. This workshop will give you the tools you need to make the most of your time.
Workshop 4 – Communication
Monday 16 November and Tuesday 17 November 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Covers communication styles, communicating for change as well as practical advice for communicating with the media. Also includes tips for email communication and writing newsletters.
Workshop 5 – Meeting procedures / Governance
Monday 7 December and Tuesday 8 December 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Tips and ideas to ensure more productive and quicker meetings. Also covers the essentials for good governance.
These workshops have been designed to develop the leadership capacity of active community members to ensure the successful implementation of projects of benefit to the community. All workshop participants will receive a resource kit full of practical resources for use in their community groups. You may choose to participate in one, some or all of the workshops. Participants who complete all 5 workshops will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the accredited training competency BSBPMG510A Manage Projects. These workshops are free for community members. The development and delivery of this program has been made available by the State Department of Employment, Economic Development and innovation through the Blueprint for the Bush program.
Please contact me if you would like to register for any of these workshops.
Don’t forget the Business & Community Networking Dinner on Friday 21 August 2009, commencing at 6.45 pm at the Berkeley Restaurant. Previous community dinners have been well supported and we look forward to hosting another successful dinner where community members are provided the opportunity to share ideas for how we can ensure the continued growth and development of our town. Cost is $28. Please RSVP to me by 16 August 2009. Everyone welcome!
GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION ………
Mitchell Show Society proudly presents the Camel Races - Saturday 29th August, 2009 at Mitchell Show Grounds. Bring the whole family along for a fun day with * Fashions on the Field, * Novelty Events, * Stalls, * Jumping Castle, * Face Painting & * so much more. Rides to be auctioned to the public before each race. Gates open at 10 am - First race at 1 pm. Bar & canteen. Admission $5 or $15 for a family. Entertainment til midnight with Neil Duddy. Free camping available at the grounds. So bring your swag & all your mates for a great time! For more information contact Steve Hancock on 0447 721 211. See you all there!!
St Patrick’s Primary School is having a Family Portrait Fundraising Day on Sunday 16 August 2009. For only $20 you will receive a 33 cm x 25 cm framed photo in a quality wooden frame normally valued at $75. No catch!! Experienced portrait photographers will ensure the best possible results for your family. You will have the opportunity to purchase additional photographs at most affordable prices. To book your appointment time, please ring the school on 4623 1448. Upon receipt of your $20 you will be notified of your sitting time. Please note: a parent or guardian MUST appear in the $20 offer and is limited to one $20 offer per family.
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
Community workshops begin next week!
These workshops are designed for community members who are actively involved in not for profit community groups who want to further develop their skills to be effective committee members, wish to see the continued development and growth of the Booringa community, and want to seek new opportunities for personal development.
Workshop 1 – Manage Projects
Monday 17 August and Tuesday 18 August 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
This workshop covers the management of projects including the development of a project plan, administering and monitoring the project, finalising the project and reviewing the project to identify lessons learnt for application to future projects.
Workshop 2 – Leadership
Monday 14 September and Tuesday 15 September 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Explore leadership styles and qualities, leadership vs management, leadership models and develop skills to become a more effective leader.
Workshop 3 – Time Management
Monday 19 October and Tuesday 20 October 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Couldn’t we all use some more time! Learn strategies (that work) to make the most of each day and give you more time to enjoy the things you love. Time management is also about using given time more efficiently and to reduce procrastination. This workshop will give you the tools you need to make the most of your time.
Workshop 4 – Communication
Monday 16 November and Tuesday 17 November 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Covers communication styles, communicating for change as well as practical advice for communicating with the media. Also includes tips for email communication and writing newsletters.
Workshop 5 – Meeting procedures / Governance
Monday 7 December and Tuesday 8 December 2009
6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Tips and ideas to ensure more productive and quicker meetings. Also covers the essentials for good governance.
These workshops have been designed to develop the leadership capacity of active community members to ensure the successful implementation of projects of benefit to the community. All workshop participants will receive a resource kit full of practical resources for use in their community groups. You may choose to participate in one, some or all of the workshops. Participants who complete all 5 workshops will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the accredited training competency BSBPMG510A Manage Projects. These workshops are free for community members. The development and delivery of this program has been made available by the State Department of Employment, Economic Development and innovation through the Blueprint for the Bush program.
Please contact me if you would like to register for any of these workshops.
Don’t forget the Business & Community Networking Dinner on Friday 21 August 2009, commencing at 6.45 pm at the Berkeley Restaurant. Previous community dinners have been well supported and we look forward to hosting another successful dinner where community members are provided the opportunity to share ideas for how we can ensure the continued growth and development of our town. Cost is $28. Please RSVP to me by 16 August 2009. Everyone welcome!
GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION ………
Mitchell Show Society proudly presents the Camel Races - Saturday 29th August, 2009 at Mitchell Show Grounds. Bring the whole family along for a fun day with * Fashions on the Field, * Novelty Events, * Stalls, * Jumping Castle, * Face Painting & * so much more. Rides to be auctioned to the public before each race. Gates open at 10 am - First race at 1 pm. Bar & canteen. Admission $5 or $15 for a family. Entertainment til midnight with Neil Duddy. Free camping available at the grounds. So bring your swag & all your mates for a great time! For more information contact Steve Hancock on 0447 721 211. See you all there!!
St Patrick’s Primary School is having a Family Portrait Fundraising Day on Sunday 16 August 2009. For only $20 you will receive a 33 cm x 25 cm framed photo in a quality wooden frame normally valued at $75. No catch!! Experienced portrait photographers will ensure the best possible results for your family. You will have the opportunity to purchase additional photographs at most affordable prices. To book your appointment time, please ring the school on 4623 1448. Upon receipt of your $20 you will be notified of your sitting time. Please note: a parent or guardian MUST appear in the $20 offer and is limited to one $20 offer per family.
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
Update - 6 August 2009
BAG NEWS ….
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE!! …… The BAG Annual Meeting will be now be held on Friday 21 August 2009, 6.00 pm, at the Berkeley Restaurant, Cambridge Street, Mitchell. This is a week later than previously advised. Following the members’ meeting, a Business & Community Networking Dinner will be held, commencing at 6.45 pm. All community members are invited to attend the networking dinner to help us celebrate our achievements for the past year and to encourage ideas and networking so that BAG may continue to develop projects identified by the community as providing benefits and increasing the Booringa lifestyle.
AIPF Expo – Last week I attended an Australian Institute of Professional Facilitators Expo at the Gold Coast. This Expo was beneficial in providing some ideas to use in facilitation, marketing and organisational development. I received some very helpful advice and tools to assist with developing and delivering training. Most importantly, it was an opportunity to network and get the name and activities of BAG out to more people further afield.
Community Workshops – The design of these workshops on project management, time management, communication, leadership and meeting procedures is nearing completion. Dates and times will be advertised very soon!
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Computer Fix It Person - Booringa Action Group is seriously looking into establishing a business involving the repair and unscrambling of computers – an IT Fix It person. This could also include Workshops designed to help confused amateur operators to get satisfying results from their equipment. So, we are asking for an expression of interest in this service and any ideas as to how you would like to see it operate. Also, we would like to know what other services you would appreciate having available in Mitchell – just let us know and we will look into it because you never know your luck! Think how much easier and less time and fuel consuming it would be not to have to travel to Roma, Toowoomba or Brisbane to get these jobs done.
COMMUNITY NEWS …….
The Maranoa Arts Gateway Tea Cosy competition will be on show for all of this month, go along to the craft shop and be the judge of the best tea cosy in the Maranoa!
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE!! …… The BAG Annual Meeting will be now be held on Friday 21 August 2009, 6.00 pm, at the Berkeley Restaurant, Cambridge Street, Mitchell. This is a week later than previously advised. Following the members’ meeting, a Business & Community Networking Dinner will be held, commencing at 6.45 pm. All community members are invited to attend the networking dinner to help us celebrate our achievements for the past year and to encourage ideas and networking so that BAG may continue to develop projects identified by the community as providing benefits and increasing the Booringa lifestyle.
AIPF Expo – Last week I attended an Australian Institute of Professional Facilitators Expo at the Gold Coast. This Expo was beneficial in providing some ideas to use in facilitation, marketing and organisational development. I received some very helpful advice and tools to assist with developing and delivering training. Most importantly, it was an opportunity to network and get the name and activities of BAG out to more people further afield.
Community Workshops – The design of these workshops on project management, time management, communication, leadership and meeting procedures is nearing completion. Dates and times will be advertised very soon!
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Computer Fix It Person - Booringa Action Group is seriously looking into establishing a business involving the repair and unscrambling of computers – an IT Fix It person. This could also include Workshops designed to help confused amateur operators to get satisfying results from their equipment. So, we are asking for an expression of interest in this service and any ideas as to how you would like to see it operate. Also, we would like to know what other services you would appreciate having available in Mitchell – just let us know and we will look into it because you never know your luck! Think how much easier and less time and fuel consuming it would be not to have to travel to Roma, Toowoomba or Brisbane to get these jobs done.
COMMUNITY NEWS …….
The Maranoa Arts Gateway Tea Cosy competition will be on show for all of this month, go along to the craft shop and be the judge of the best tea cosy in the Maranoa!
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
Friday, July 17, 2009
Update - 17 July 2009
BAG NEWS ….
The BAG Annual Meeting will be held on Friday 14 August 2009, 6.00 pm, at the Berkeley Restaurant, Cambridge Street, Mitchell. Following the members’ meeting, a Business & Community Networking Dinner will be held, commencing at 6.45 pm. All community members are invited to attend the networking dinner to help us celebrate our achievements for the past year and to encourage ideas and networking so that BAG may continue to develop projects identified by the community as providing benefits and increasing the Booringa lifestyle.
Adam McEvoy met this week with Senator John Hogg, current President of the Senate. This provided an opportunity to raise some of our local issues with the Senator. Adam discussed the desperate need for a child care centre, the sand issues at the weir, rubbish recycling and Qld Rail’s decision to discontinue rail freight from Roma to Mitchell amongst other things. We will need to wait and see if there are any tangible outcomes from this meeting, but the more profile we can give our town, our organisation and our issues, the better our chances of ensuring we don’t miss any opportunity!
The next Aussie Host workshop has been scheduled for Wednesday 5 August 2009 at the Agforce Building in Roma. Please contact me for a registration form.
Along with the steady stream of membership renewals, we also welcome another new member who has joined BAG this week. This continued increase in membership is most encouraging!
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Dentist
It has been a huge effort to coordinate the support of all stakeholders, but we are now at the stage where a dental company who offer fly-in, fly-out services has been sourced and an enormous amount of progress has been made. These guys could be operating as early as the end of August!
Noticeboards
As you may have seen, we have now put something in our new noticeboards! Keep in mind that this is an interim ‘display’ as we are still developing the permanent photos and posters that will be going in. We are happy to include any and all local events, please contact me if you would like details of your event included. I believe that the line dancers had 5 tourists attend their session this week, following the calendar of events going up last Friday!
Sewerage Treatment Farm
Adam McEvoy and Kent Morris met with representatives from Santos and Noela Ward and Ed Simms from the Maranoa Regional Council. We gained a greater understanding of what Santos is doing in rejuvenating work site landscapes and discussed the potential for using the sewerage treatment plant and accompanying land for growing and supplying seed stock. There are a number of parties involved and the next step is to meet again with a view to building a project feasibility.
COMMUNITY NEWS …….
Fun Bowls Day this Saturday! Names in by 1.30 pm, play starts 2 pm at the Mitchell Bowls Club. Select your own team, 4 players to a team. Multi-draw raffle and BBQ. For more information phone Kerry at the Hospital – 4623 1277.
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
The BAG Annual Meeting will be held on Friday 14 August 2009, 6.00 pm, at the Berkeley Restaurant, Cambridge Street, Mitchell. Following the members’ meeting, a Business & Community Networking Dinner will be held, commencing at 6.45 pm. All community members are invited to attend the networking dinner to help us celebrate our achievements for the past year and to encourage ideas and networking so that BAG may continue to develop projects identified by the community as providing benefits and increasing the Booringa lifestyle.
Adam McEvoy met this week with Senator John Hogg, current President of the Senate. This provided an opportunity to raise some of our local issues with the Senator. Adam discussed the desperate need for a child care centre, the sand issues at the weir, rubbish recycling and Qld Rail’s decision to discontinue rail freight from Roma to Mitchell amongst other things. We will need to wait and see if there are any tangible outcomes from this meeting, but the more profile we can give our town, our organisation and our issues, the better our chances of ensuring we don’t miss any opportunity!
The next Aussie Host workshop has been scheduled for Wednesday 5 August 2009 at the Agforce Building in Roma. Please contact me for a registration form.
Along with the steady stream of membership renewals, we also welcome another new member who has joined BAG this week. This continued increase in membership is most encouraging!
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Dentist
It has been a huge effort to coordinate the support of all stakeholders, but we are now at the stage where a dental company who offer fly-in, fly-out services has been sourced and an enormous amount of progress has been made. These guys could be operating as early as the end of August!
Noticeboards
As you may have seen, we have now put something in our new noticeboards! Keep in mind that this is an interim ‘display’ as we are still developing the permanent photos and posters that will be going in. We are happy to include any and all local events, please contact me if you would like details of your event included. I believe that the line dancers had 5 tourists attend their session this week, following the calendar of events going up last Friday!
Sewerage Treatment Farm
Adam McEvoy and Kent Morris met with representatives from Santos and Noela Ward and Ed Simms from the Maranoa Regional Council. We gained a greater understanding of what Santos is doing in rejuvenating work site landscapes and discussed the potential for using the sewerage treatment plant and accompanying land for growing and supplying seed stock. There are a number of parties involved and the next step is to meet again with a view to building a project feasibility.
COMMUNITY NEWS …….
Fun Bowls Day this Saturday! Names in by 1.30 pm, play starts 2 pm at the Mitchell Bowls Club. Select your own team, 4 players to a team. Multi-draw raffle and BBQ. For more information phone Kerry at the Hospital – 4623 1277.
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Update - 6 July 2009
BAG NEWS ….
It has been a while since our last update, not because there has been nothing going on …. But because there has been too much going on!
BAG has been successful in a proposal to facilitate a Women Leading Change Case Studies program. This project will identify six women leaders to be case studies, from a business perspective. This will provide an opportunity for local women to explore new business ideas, or to develop existing businesses, as well as to develop leadership and management skills. The application process is still being developed and I will provide more information as it becomes available. Local women are encouraged to start thinking about some good business ideas that they would like to develop with the support of this project.
The BAG July General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 8 July 2009, 7.00 pm, at BAG cottage in Ann Street, Mitchell. All welcome!
We welcome 2 new members who have joined BAG recently.
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Main Roads
Last week, BAG met with Bruce Scott to discuss the options currently being explored in relation to the bridge upgrades necessary for Type II Road Trains. Mr Scott has advised Main Roads that the Mitchell community would not support a heavy vehicle detour via Winchester Street. Mr Scott went on to explain that with limited funds available, Main Roads’ priority should be road improvements, as this will provide more benefits than a new bridge. On Mr Scott’s suggestion, Main Roads is exploring viable options for a light system on the bridge to address safety issues.
Noticeboards
As you may have noticed, our notice boards are now up! You may also have noticed that they are empty …. We are working on this. These noticeboards are designed to be an Event Calendar noticeboard, to advertise local events to both locals and tourists. A dateclaimer section will provide notice of long term event dates to assist with planning. If you have an upcoming event that you would like to advertise in the noticeboards, please email me for an electronic data capture sheet.
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
It has been a while since our last update, not because there has been nothing going on …. But because there has been too much going on!
BAG has been successful in a proposal to facilitate a Women Leading Change Case Studies program. This project will identify six women leaders to be case studies, from a business perspective. This will provide an opportunity for local women to explore new business ideas, or to develop existing businesses, as well as to develop leadership and management skills. The application process is still being developed and I will provide more information as it becomes available. Local women are encouraged to start thinking about some good business ideas that they would like to develop with the support of this project.
The BAG July General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 8 July 2009, 7.00 pm, at BAG cottage in Ann Street, Mitchell. All welcome!
We welcome 2 new members who have joined BAG recently.
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Main Roads
Last week, BAG met with Bruce Scott to discuss the options currently being explored in relation to the bridge upgrades necessary for Type II Road Trains. Mr Scott has advised Main Roads that the Mitchell community would not support a heavy vehicle detour via Winchester Street. Mr Scott went on to explain that with limited funds available, Main Roads’ priority should be road improvements, as this will provide more benefits than a new bridge. On Mr Scott’s suggestion, Main Roads is exploring viable options for a light system on the bridge to address safety issues.
Noticeboards
As you may have noticed, our notice boards are now up! You may also have noticed that they are empty …. We are working on this. These noticeboards are designed to be an Event Calendar noticeboard, to advertise local events to both locals and tourists. A dateclaimer section will provide notice of long term event dates to assist with planning. If you have an upcoming event that you would like to advertise in the noticeboards, please email me for an electronic data capture sheet.
Until next time! :-)
Cheers,
Sharyn.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Update - 10 June 2009
BAG NEWS ….
Booringa Action Group is currently undertaking many projects of benefit to the Mitchell community. As you may be aware, we are working on:
Establishing a permanent dentist in Mitchell
Building a new child care centre
Developing a website
Creating some additional walk/cycle tracks
Getting the sand out of the weir
There are clearly some big projects that may seem unachievable, but we firmly believe that if a committed group can focus their efforts then these projects can be achieved. For this reason, we are actively seeking to increase our membership base to assist us in undertaking our current and future projects. The more people we can get involved, the better the results. In our current structure, members are not required or expected to attend our general meetings. Members join a project working party to focus on their own area of interest. It is anticipated that they will meet as often as needed to progress their projects. Reporting processes are being established to ensure adequate communication back to the Management Committee. The Management Committee will take care of the day-to-day operations, to allow the project working parties to get on with their job! Memberships are now due for the 2009/2010 financial year. Please contact me to request a Membership Application Form.
The June General Meeting is being held tonight, 7.00 pm at the BAG cottage.
Spa Complex – In response to matters raised by BAG in our last email update, the Roma Regional Council quickly undertook a review of the spa management, and produced a report which provides a number of initiatives to be implemented with a view to improving current operations.
Our first Aussie Host workshop is to be held in Mitchell on Monday 29 June 2009, 8.30 am to 5.00 pm. Cost for this workshop is $195 per person, including training manual, tea/coffee and light lunch. Please contact me for a registration form.
AussieHost is a one-day customer service training program that focuses on:
· What is customer service excellence?
· Workplace and professional presentation
· Excelling in communication skills
· Effective telephone communication
· Handling customer complaints
· Who are your customers and how best to serve them.
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Main Roads
There has been some media attention recently given to the options being considered for the necessary upgrades to the bridge at Mitchell to accommodate Type 2 Road Trains. Contact is to be made with Main Roads with a view to arranging a public meeting to discuss current proposed alternatives. If you have any feedback on this issue, please let me know so that it can be passed on.
GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION ………
Don’t forget the Sport and Recreation Community Forum is being held in the Mitchell tonight at 6.00 pm at the Council Chambers. Also attending this meeting are Mike Halliburton Associates and Transplan Pty Ltd who are currently preparing a recreation trails strategy for Roma Regional Council as part of the broader Sport and Recreation Plan. The trails project is aimed at developing a strategy for the future development and maintenance of an integrated network of multi-use recreation trails throughout Roma Regional Council. This network should provide quality recreational experiences and access to open space destinations. For this purpose, a recreation trail is any corridor, route or pathway for recreational purposes such as walking, mountain biking, canoeing or recreational horse riding - and which passes through or has a strong connection with the natural environment, open spaces and cultural heritage. A survey has been prepared to assist with future trails planning. The survey is seeking information on who uses what existing trails, for how long, how often and why. It also asks for suggestions for improvements on existing trails, and potential new trails. The trails identified in the survey are trails that we know exist from published sources such as the Council website, Tourism Queensland website and brochures and Visitor Information Centres. All existing trails may not have been recorded. The survey allows you to indicate what other existing trails there are…….If you would like a copy of this survey, please email me.
Until next week! J
Cheers,
Sharyn.
If you’ve missed an update, please visit http://booringaactiongroup.blogspot.com
Booringa Action Group is currently undertaking many projects of benefit to the Mitchell community. As you may be aware, we are working on:
Establishing a permanent dentist in Mitchell
Building a new child care centre
Developing a website
Creating some additional walk/cycle tracks
Getting the sand out of the weir
There are clearly some big projects that may seem unachievable, but we firmly believe that if a committed group can focus their efforts then these projects can be achieved. For this reason, we are actively seeking to increase our membership base to assist us in undertaking our current and future projects. The more people we can get involved, the better the results. In our current structure, members are not required or expected to attend our general meetings. Members join a project working party to focus on their own area of interest. It is anticipated that they will meet as often as needed to progress their projects. Reporting processes are being established to ensure adequate communication back to the Management Committee. The Management Committee will take care of the day-to-day operations, to allow the project working parties to get on with their job! Memberships are now due for the 2009/2010 financial year. Please contact me to request a Membership Application Form.
The June General Meeting is being held tonight, 7.00 pm at the BAG cottage.
Spa Complex – In response to matters raised by BAG in our last email update, the Roma Regional Council quickly undertook a review of the spa management, and produced a report which provides a number of initiatives to be implemented with a view to improving current operations.
Our first Aussie Host workshop is to be held in Mitchell on Monday 29 June 2009, 8.30 am to 5.00 pm. Cost for this workshop is $195 per person, including training manual, tea/coffee and light lunch. Please contact me for a registration form.
AussieHost is a one-day customer service training program that focuses on:
· What is customer service excellence?
· Workplace and professional presentation
· Excelling in communication skills
· Effective telephone communication
· Handling customer complaints
· Who are your customers and how best to serve them.
BAG PROJECT UPDATES ………
Main Roads
There has been some media attention recently given to the options being considered for the necessary upgrades to the bridge at Mitchell to accommodate Type 2 Road Trains. Contact is to be made with Main Roads with a view to arranging a public meeting to discuss current proposed alternatives. If you have any feedback on this issue, please let me know so that it can be passed on.
GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION ………
Don’t forget the Sport and Recreation Community Forum is being held in the Mitchell tonight at 6.00 pm at the Council Chambers. Also attending this meeting are Mike Halliburton Associates and Transplan Pty Ltd who are currently preparing a recreation trails strategy for Roma Regional Council as part of the broader Sport and Recreation Plan. The trails project is aimed at developing a strategy for the future development and maintenance of an integrated network of multi-use recreation trails throughout Roma Regional Council. This network should provide quality recreational experiences and access to open space destinations. For this purpose, a recreation trail is any corridor, route or pathway for recreational purposes such as walking, mountain biking, canoeing or recreational horse riding - and which passes through or has a strong connection with the natural environment, open spaces and cultural heritage. A survey has been prepared to assist with future trails planning. The survey is seeking information on who uses what existing trails, for how long, how often and why. It also asks for suggestions for improvements on existing trails, and potential new trails. The trails identified in the survey are trails that we know exist from published sources such as the Council website, Tourism Queensland website and brochures and Visitor Information Centres. All existing trails may not have been recorded. The survey allows you to indicate what other existing trails there are…….If you would like a copy of this survey, please email me.
Until next week! J
Cheers,
Sharyn.
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Update - 21 May 2009
BAG NEWS ….
Planning is well underway for our Blueprint for the Bush funded project - liveMitchell 2020 Community Workshops. The aim of this project is to increase the capacity of the Booringa community to lead and manage change and development. The following five workshops will be delivered over 5 months, [hopefully] beginning in July 2009.
· Communication
· Leadership
· Time management
· Project management
· Governance / Committee obligations
·
Workshops will be available to all members of the community, with no cost for participants!
Annual BAG memberships are due 1 July. Membership renewals are being prepared for existing members. If you have been considering joining BAG to support our activities, please reply and I will send you a membership application form.
GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION ………
Roma Regional Council Sport and Recreation Plan - community forum dates have been set for the week of 9 -12 June in each area within the region. The Mitchell forum will be held on Wednesday, 10 June 2009, 6.00 pm at the Mitchell Council Chambers. RSVP to Fiona Vincent by Friday 5 June 2009 on 1300 007 662. Please consider taking the opportunity to attend to have your say about Sport & Recreation within the area over the next 10 years. This covers facilities, parks and playgrounds, trails and walking tracks, direction of clubs, training and coaching needs, and so much more. If any person or club/group cannot make the forum, they can speak with Fiona Vincent or the appointed consultant prior to or after the meeting. Roma Regional Council is seeking assistance from all interested community members in writing a comprehensive and workable Regional Sport and Recreation Plan.
Mitchell Scout Group – The Annual General Meeting for the Mitchell Scout Group is to be held at the Mitchell Community Hall (the spa complex) on Monday 1 June 2009 starting at 5.30 pm. All are welcome to attend, so please come along and show your support for renewing this activity which provides very beneficial activities for our local youth.
Pink Bowls Fun Day – Bring the family along and support the Queensland Cancer Fund. Saturday 6 June 2009 at the Mitchell Bowls Club. Names in by 1.30 pm, play starts 2.00 pm. Dress PINK – prizes for best dressed adult and child. Multi Draw Raffle – Spider – Sausage Sizzle. For more information, please contact Julie Kennedy MHEP on 4623 7236 or the Mitchell Bowling Club on 4623 1267. Local businesses can donate to the multi-draw, any contribution would be greatly appreciated! Donated items can be left with Sharyn or Jenny at the Landcare/BAG office.
Dateclaimer: The Amby Progress Association will be holding their next Charity Auction on Sunday, 9 August 2009 at the Amby Hotel. If you are having a clean out over the next few months, please consider donating your surplus goods to this Charity Auction. More details to come!
Until next week! J
Cheers,
Sharyn.
If you’ve missed an update, please visit http://booringaactiongroup.blogspot.com
Planning is well underway for our Blueprint for the Bush funded project - liveMitchell 2020 Community Workshops. The aim of this project is to increase the capacity of the Booringa community to lead and manage change and development. The following five workshops will be delivered over 5 months, [hopefully] beginning in July 2009.
· Communication
· Leadership
· Time management
· Project management
· Governance / Committee obligations
·
Workshops will be available to all members of the community, with no cost for participants!
Annual BAG memberships are due 1 July. Membership renewals are being prepared for existing members. If you have been considering joining BAG to support our activities, please reply and I will send you a membership application form.
GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION ………
Roma Regional Council Sport and Recreation Plan - community forum dates have been set for the week of 9 -12 June in each area within the region. The Mitchell forum will be held on Wednesday, 10 June 2009, 6.00 pm at the Mitchell Council Chambers. RSVP to Fiona Vincent by Friday 5 June 2009 on 1300 007 662. Please consider taking the opportunity to attend to have your say about Sport & Recreation within the area over the next 10 years. This covers facilities, parks and playgrounds, trails and walking tracks, direction of clubs, training and coaching needs, and so much more. If any person or club/group cannot make the forum, they can speak with Fiona Vincent or the appointed consultant prior to or after the meeting. Roma Regional Council is seeking assistance from all interested community members in writing a comprehensive and workable Regional Sport and Recreation Plan.
Mitchell Scout Group – The Annual General Meeting for the Mitchell Scout Group is to be held at the Mitchell Community Hall (the spa complex) on Monday 1 June 2009 starting at 5.30 pm. All are welcome to attend, so please come along and show your support for renewing this activity which provides very beneficial activities for our local youth.
Pink Bowls Fun Day – Bring the family along and support the Queensland Cancer Fund. Saturday 6 June 2009 at the Mitchell Bowls Club. Names in by 1.30 pm, play starts 2.00 pm. Dress PINK – prizes for best dressed adult and child. Multi Draw Raffle – Spider – Sausage Sizzle. For more information, please contact Julie Kennedy MHEP on 4623 7236 or the Mitchell Bowling Club on 4623 1267. Local businesses can donate to the multi-draw, any contribution would be greatly appreciated! Donated items can be left with Sharyn or Jenny at the Landcare/BAG office.
Dateclaimer: The Amby Progress Association will be holding their next Charity Auction on Sunday, 9 August 2009 at the Amby Hotel. If you are having a clean out over the next few months, please consider donating your surplus goods to this Charity Auction. More details to come!
Until next week! J
Cheers,
Sharyn.
If you’ve missed an update, please visit http://booringaactiongroup.blogspot.com
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