Do you know these Queensland Road Rules ?

Do you know these Queensland Road Rules ?

 A. Bicycles riders must not lead an animal, including tethering the animal to the bicycle. So if you are talking a dog for a walk while you ride a bicycle, it is actually illegal. B. Playing a game on a Queensland street or on a road is illegal. So the neighbourhood...
Not Happy With Council…Ready to Strike?

Not Happy With Council…Ready to Strike?

  In the last few years with the corporatisation of local governments ( yes the corporatisation of government in Australia- all of them ), more and more people have become dissatisfied with the performance of their local councils. Whether it is regarding planning,...
Call For Action…

Call For Action…

It’s Time To Be Proactive For many years, in fact, for decades the needs of the SMBI have been a low priority for the local council. Roads remain badly maintained, many unsealed, island and mainland parking is inadequate, and the infrastructure needs of the islands...
Meet Joanne Racine

Meet Joanne Racine

Originally from Canada, Joanne (Jo) Racine is a passionate woman whose knowledge of gardening is reflected in the design of her own garden at home and her gardening initiatives on Macleay island. As a registered nurse Jo’s work took her to Saudi Arabia, Holland ,...