How we build a sustainable future is the big question before us right now.
We need to cater for our growing city – with upgrades to roads, public transport and pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure.
With the Toowong bridge now opened, the upgrade to the Coro Drive bikeway underway, and the plans in place for an upgrade to MacGregor Terrace at Bardon we are meeting that challenge locally.
Construction of new classrooms for the local baby boom is underway at Ithaca Creek State School, with plans now locked in for Milton State School next.
The new Climate Smart Home Service helps meet the challenge of dealing with climate change at an individual level.
Governments around the world have been trying to re-create growth in the last 12 months – what we really need is sustainable growth.  | |
| | Newsletter Spring 2009
Spring 2009 Newsletter for the Mt Coot-tha Electorate. | |
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|  | Brisbane Inner West Chamber of Commerce Conferences
The Brisbane Inner West Chamber of Commerce is running two free business sessions within the Business West Business Expo & Forum Day next week on Tuesday 14 September at the Central Bardon Conference Venue, 390 Simpsons Rd, Bardon. The Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland Workplace Health & Safety seminar willl be held from 10AM-10.30AM. The BIWCC Commercial Leases & Rentals Seminar will be held at 2.15PM. For further information please consult: http://www.innerwestchamber.com.au/ | |
| Submissions welcome regarding the proposed changes to the lot entitlements system.
The Queensland Government has endorsed amendments to the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 which will provide for a new, more appropriate system for the setting and adjustment of lot entitlements in Queensland.
Public submissions on this matter are welcome and can be emailed to bccm.polic@deedi.qld.gov.au or mailed to Lot Entitlements Project, Marketplace Strategy, Office of Regulatory Policy, department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation, PO Box 15168, City East Qld 4002.
The closing date for submissions is 23 September 2010. | |
| Join Andrew on Walk to Work Day - Friday 1 October 2010
Andrew will be taking part in Walk to Work Day Friday 1 October 2010 and invites you to join in.
By registering as a Walking Workplace, organisations of all sizes will receive free information, support and ideas on how they can make walking work in their workplace.
Those who register go in the draw to win one of two walking holidays or a free pair of walking shoes.
Register online at http://www.walk.com.au/wtw/ambassador.asp | |
| Energy Effeciency Workshops Flyer
For community members - a one hour workshop on low cost, no cost energy savings tips.
· This session is designed to help consumers themselves look at ways to reduce their power bills.
Please RSVP as numbers are limited. | |
| Petrie Tce Naming Ceremony
Thank you to all who joined Andrew and local residents at the Petrie Tce Naming Ceremony held on Wednesday 11 August 2010 (Ekka Public Holiday) at Hardgrave Park between Countess St and Petrie Tce. Petrie Tce State School P&C kindly provided a sausage sizzle and a range of entertainment for the whole family was enjoyed! | |
| Seniors Week Morning Tea
Andrew Fraser and Kate Jones thank those who attended the Seniors Week Morning Tea held at Ithaca Bowls Club. | |
| Helping Hand Fact Sheet
Find out how the Queensland Government can help you save money. | |
| State Budget Funding for Mt Coot-tha
Click the link to find out more information on new funding for community schools, organisations and programs. | |
| | State Budget 2010-2011 Highlights | |
| | Buy Smart Competition 2010...entries now open!
Entries are now open for the Office of Fair Trading's Buy Smart Competition 2010. With young people becoming more active in the marketplace and exposed to consumer issues, it is more important than ever for them to develop smart financial and consumer habits. The buy Smart Competition 2010 is a chance for young people to learn about their rights and responsibilities so they can shop smart, save smart and become a savvy global consumer.
To enter, students need to identify, research, and present a financial or consumer issue to their classmates. Entries close on Friday 17 September 2010.
Details of the various cash prizes available and further information regarding the Competition are available at www.fairtrading.qld.gov.au, by email buysmart@deedi.qld.gov.au, or via telephone on 13 13 04. | |
| BIWCC & Member Business ECO Forum
For more information on the monthly forums please visit:
http://www.innerwestchamber.com.au/ | |
| New Go Card retailers around the electorate.
Commuters from Brisbane’s western suburbs now have an increased number of retailers to access go card services, in addition to using the telephone or going on-line.
New outlets include:
* Auchenflower train station, Auchenflower Terrace, Auchenflower
* Indooroopilly train station, Railway Avenue, Indooroopilly
* Milton train station, Milton Road, Milton
* Kenmore News and Casket, 2069 Moggill Road, Kenmore
* Wongabel News, Wongabel Street, Kenmore | |
| Proposed Gerler St Telecommunications Tower
For Andrew's stance on Telstra's proposed telecommunications tower site at Gerler St, Bardon head to the News & Views section. | |
| Mt. Coot-tha Community Services Directory 2009
Our Community Services Directory lists handy phone numbers for community groups & organisations, schools, kindergartens, sporting groups, local police etc. If you would like to print a PDF copy please click on the link below. | |
| Community Directory 2009
Community Directory for Mt. Coot-tha electorate | |
| | Remember to check the News & Views section for the latest updates around the electorate! | |
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