The Home Hill Bowls Club was a hive of activity last Wednesday night, with more than 40 people attending the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce meeting, eager to hear from two engaging speakers.
First up was Paul Day, Environmental and Health Officer for Burdekin Shire Council, who outlined the Council’s plans to "nudge" the flying foxes away from their roosting sites near the park in Home Hill.
Members of the audience were eager to ask questions about this historically important issue, and Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort reminded everyone that while it was a vital initiative, it was also a costly investment for the Council.
Next in the spotlight was Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox, who took the time to offer the audience an insight into his experiences in Canberra, sharing his strong work ethic.
He also mentioned that while attending Parliament to voice the issues of his electorate takes up almost half of his time as a representative, he is equally committed to being on the road, visiting his electorate at every possible moment.
With the Federal election approaching in May, Willcox was a charismatic speaker who instantly connected with the local crowd, ensuring he spent time listening to the people.
Also in attendance that night were Deputy Mayor Max Musumeci, Councillor Amanda Hall, Councillor John Furnell, and Councillor Fina Vasta.
Representatives from the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce included Vice President Uli Liessman, Secretary Robert Antoniazzi, and Treasurer John Clarke.
Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox with his wife Raylene and Burdekin Shire Council Deputy Mayor Max Musumeci
Councillor Amanda Hall, Peter Hall, CEO of Council Matthew Magin, Burdekin Chamber of Commerce Treasurer Kari Ravizza, Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort and Trevor Tune
CEO of Council Matthew Magin with guest speaker Paul Day, Environmental and Health Officer for Burdekin Shire Council
Councillor Amanda Hall and Councillor John Furnell
Ruth Puddefoot, Burdekin Life Newspaper journalist, Mayor Pierina Dalle Court, Home Hill Chamber Vice President Uli Liessman, and Burdekin Life Newspaper Editor in Chief Rachael Smith
Photo credit: Ruth Puddefoot
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