Water Mains Flushing in Mareeba
Mareeba Shire Council will commence its annual water mains flushing program in Mareeba on Tuesday,…
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Public Holiday Closure – 7 October 2024 – King’s Birthday
Public Holiday Closure - Monday, 7 October 2024. All Council Customer Service Centres and Libraries…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 18 September 2024
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Free Composting Workshops
Mareeba Shire Council is pleased to announce free composting workshops designed to make household composting…
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Project Continuing – Road Safety Improvement Constance St and Herberton St Intersection
The project to install a new roundabout at the intersection of Constance Street and Herberton…
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QSuper Cardiac Challenge Road Closures in Mareeba Shire 14 September 2024
Notice from QSuper Cardiac Challenge. The Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation has obtained a one-lane…
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Hazard Mitigation Burns Rail Corridor, Mareeba
Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise that hazard mitigation burns for the protection of residential/commercial…
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IBIS DAM EMERGENCY EVACUATION SIREN TESTING
IBIS DAM EMERGENCY EVACUATION SIREN TESTING Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents of Irvinebank…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 21 August 2024
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on…
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19-20 August 2024 Nightworks Byrnes St and Lloyd St Intersection, Mareeba
Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents of a planned one lane closure at the…
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Sporting equipment is coming to the Chillagoe Library
The LBW Trust in collaboration with Friends of Libraries Australia (FOLA), is pleased to announce…
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Planned Water Interruption, Mareeba – Monday, 22 July 2024.
Planned Water Interruption | Monday, 22 July 2024 (up to 1.5 hours between 9:00am and…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 17 July 2024
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Open for the School Holidays: Playground and Pump Track at Bicentennial Lakes, Mareeba
The playground and pump track are now open at the southern section of Bicentennial Lakes…
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Sunwater Interruption to Supply Advice – Ray Road and Vicary Road, Mareeba
Sunwater will be conducting an Unplanned Service Interruption due to pipe leak on the M9…
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Road Safety Improvement: New round about for Constance Street and Herberton Street Intersection, Mareeba
To address safety concerns and to improve traffic flow, a new round about will be…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 19 June 2024
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Walking Network Improvements
LIGHTER Infrastructure, AFFORDABLE Improvements, EFFECTIVE Solutions (LAE) Delivering walking improvements sooner for Mareeba Shire Mareeba…
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New Video Premiere – Stories of Jasper
To shed light on the profound impact of tropical cyclone Jasper and the associated flooding…
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Mareeba Multicultural Festival Advisory Committee Nominations – Now closed
Applications for the Mareeba Multicultural Committee have now closed. We are still seeking volunteers on…
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Four Records Broken on the Wheelbarrow Way
Images available: Great Wheelbarrow Race Press Pack Videos Available: www.youtube.com/@thegreatwheelbarrowrace557 Mareeba Shire residents and visitors…
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URGENT NOTICE – CONSERVE WATER DIMBULAH
URGENT NOTICE – CONSERVE WATER DIMBULAH Mareeba Shire Council would like to advise that the…
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Anzac Day 2024 Gallery
On Thursday, 25 April 2024, we gathered to remember the legacy of the ANZACs. Council…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 16 April 2024
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Tuesday,…
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New Deputy Mayor for Mareeba Shire Council
Mareeba Shire Council elected Cr Lenore Wyatt as Deputy Mayor at today’s Statutory Meeting. Cr…
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Mareeba Shire Welcomes New Council
The Mayor and Councillors were sworn in at a ceremony this morning at Council’s Chambers.…
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Notice of Election Results 2024 – Councillors
The Electoral Commissioner has approved the declaration of the following candidates for Mareeba Shire Council.…
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Anzac Day Thursday, 25 April 2024
Chillagoe Dawn Service: Assemble at 4am at the Chillagoe Town Hall. Service at 4:20am, followed…
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Notice of Uncontested Election Results 2024 – Mayor
The Electoral Commissioner has approved the declaration of Angela Toppin as Mayor for Mareeba Shire…
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Tom Gilmore OAM, Former Mayor, Remembered for His Significant Contribution
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of former Mayor and friend…
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Pedestrian Access Restored Across Mt Lewis Road Bridge
Pedestrian Access Restored Across Mt Lewis Road Bridge Mareeba Shire Council is delighted to announce that…
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Chillagoe Water Pressure
CHILLAGOE WATER UPDATE | Mareeba Shire Council would like to thank residents for their patience…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 6 March 2024
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Kuranda Street Recycling Bins
New ‘Containers for Change’ public street bins have been installed in Kuranda for the recycling…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 21 February 2024
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Be Wheelie Wise – Bin Collection Advice
Council collects an average of 106 tonnes of kerbside waste across the Shire per week.…
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LIFTED Public Warning: No Swimming in the Barron River
Final Update - Monday, 19 February 2024 LIFTED - Public Warning - No Swimming in…
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Kuranda Water Update
KURANDA WATER UPDATE | Mareeba Shire Council would like to thank residents for their…
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Public Notice: No Swimming in the Barron River
Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise that a sewerage line breakage and blockage is resulting…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 24 January 2024
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Gallery Tropical Cyclone Jasper and Flooding December 2023 – January 2024
Julatten and Mt Molloy Kuranda, Koah and Speewah Mareeba - Emerald End Road / Cobra…
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Great Australian Bites Thursday 25 January 2024
Name: Great Australian Bites 2024 | Mareeba International Club, Mareeba Date and time: Thursday 25…
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Mareeba Shire Emergency Dashboard
Please visit Mareeba Shire's Emergency Dashboard for the latest emergency news, updates on services, roads,…
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Disaster Assistance for Mareeba Shire
Information for the latest Disaster Support available for Mareeba Shire can be found here: Disaster…
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Sunwater Interruption to Supply Advice – Mutchilba
Interruption to Supply MUTCHILBA TWS South Walsh Mareeba Dimbulah Water Supply Scheme Sunwater will be…
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Businesses Participating in the Augmented Reality (AR) Treasure Hunt
Businesses and Council Facilities participating in the Augmented Reality (AR) Treasure Hunt Dimbulah Dimbulah Swimming…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 15 November 2023
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Optus Outage Impacting Council’s Phone Service
EDIT 13:00pm: The Optus outage has been restored and Council can now accept phone calls.…
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Christmas Celebrations
Mareeba Shire Council has been making a list and checking it twice to look at…
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19 October 2023 Fire Ban for Mareeba Shire
Mayor Angela Toppin, chair of the Mareeba Local Disaster Management Group, would like to remind…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 18 October 2023
Annual Report Adopted Mareeba Shire Council’s Annual Report 2022/23 has been tabled at today’s Ordinary…
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Ordinary Council Meeting October 2023
ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING | Please be advised that the Ordinary Council Meeting for Wednesday, 25…
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Move It Aqua Classes
Update 23 September 2024: The Move It Aqua Fit for Seniors sessions start on Monday,…
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Notice of Closure – 2 October 2023
Council’s Service Centre and Libraries will be closed on Monday for the King's Birthday public…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 20 September 2023
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Celebrating Seniors Week
Celebrating our Seniors with Seniors Morning Tea Mareeba Shire Council will celebrate Seniors Month…
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New Mural Unveiled in Kuranda
The Kuranda community is now home to a new colourful and dramatic mural, Bulmba Ngirrma,…
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Local Government Elections
The 2024 local government elections will include elections for mayors and councillors in each of…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting, 16 August 2023
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Work to Start at Rotary Park, Mareeba
Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents about essential works to trim and remove a…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting 19 July 2023
Budget Focussed on Financial Sustainability Mareeba Shire Council’s 2023/24 Annual Budget was handed down at…
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Bicentennial Lakes Revitalisation Project – 24 July 2023
BICENTENNIAL LAKES REVITALISATION PROJECT The initial works will commence on the Southern Bicentennial Lakes Revitalisation…
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Mareeba Splash Park Grand Opening
On Saturday, 24 June 2023, Council welcomed over 250 residents and visitors to the Mareeba…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting 21 June 2023
CHILLAGOE RODEO GROUNDS At the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday, 21 June 2023, Mareeba Shire…
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Items of Interest – Ordinary Council Meeting 17 May 2023
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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New Toilet Facility for Mareeba CBD
Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise planned work to construct a new toilet facility in…
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National Simultaneous Storytime at your local library
Mareeba Shire Council will take part in National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) at all four libraries…
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Celebrating Local Art and Culture
Mareeba Shire Council will assist four community-led arts and culture projects with the announcement…
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Video Campaign to Promote Shire
Mareeba Shire Council - "Proud to be Local' video series The below videos highlight people…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 19 April 2023
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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New Remembrance Mural Completed in Mt Molloy
The Mt Molloy RSL Sub-Branch has unveiled a striking mural to remember those who served…
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Project To Bring History to Light in Anzac Park
Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents of the temporary closure of Anzac Park, Mareeba…
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Anzac Day Tuesday, 25 April 2023
Chillagoe Dawn Service: Assemble 4.28am at Town Hall; March and Service: Assemble 9.00am in Queen…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 15 March 2023
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Great Wheelbarrow Race 2023
Save the Dates. Friday, 12 May 2023, Saturday 13 May 2023 and Sunday, 14 May…
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Peter Franks CEO Role Extended
Mareeba Shire Council CEO Peter Franks will continue in the top position, with his contract…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 15 February 2023
LATM PLAN ADOPTED FOLLOWING COMMUNITY CONSULTATION At the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday, 15 February 2023,…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 25 January 2023
COUNCIL INVESTIGATES FUTURE OPTIONS FOR THE MAREEBA AIRPORT At the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday,…
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Australia Day Award Recipients 2023
Image Gallery: See bottom of the pageAt Council's annual Australia Day Awards Ceremony on Thursday,…
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Progress Update: Parks and Open Spaces Action Plan
Parks and Open Spaces Action Plan Council's Parks and Open Spaces Strategy and Action Plan…
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Mareeba Eastern Catchment Park Open in Time for Christmas
Mareeba Shire Council is delighted to announce that the Mareeba Eastern Catchment Park is open…
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Fauna & Flora Survey – Bicentennial Lakes
Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents of a Fauna and Flora Survey that will…
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Mareeba Shire Pool Services
Mareeba Shire Council is making arrangements to ensure that the Shire's swimming pools continue to…
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Kuranda, Centenary Park – Revamped
22 December 2022 Mareeba Shire Council is pleased to advise that the Centenary Park Playground…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 14 December 2022
COUNCIL SEEKS TO EXPAND SOCIAL HOUSING SUPPLY At the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday, 14…
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Items of Interest – Special Council Meeting 30 November 2022
At a Special meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday, 30 November 2022, it was…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 16 November 2022
COUNCIL RENAMES BRIDGE IN HONOUR OF BOB MADDEN At the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday,…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 26 October 2022
ANNUAL REPORT ADOPTED Mareeba Shire Council’s Annual Report 2021/22 has been tabled at today’s Ordinary…
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Bitumen Reseal Program October 2022
As part of Council’s commitment to providing high quality infrastructure, we allocate a substantial amount…
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Planned Works Rankin Street Customer Service Centre
Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents of planned works commencing on Thursday, 20 October…
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Mareeba Rail Trail Upgrade
The upgrade to the Mareeba rail trail has been completed and it is wonderful to…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 21 September 2022
PLANS UNDERWAY FOR MARKET Mareeba Shire Council has granted conditional approval for a new market…
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Funding for PCYC’s Pulse Cafe
Mayor Angela Toppin welcomes the funding announcement of $260,000 for the PCYC’s Pulse Café. “I…
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Mareeba Shire Council moves to VendorPanel
Whenever possible, Council proudly supports local businesses to supply our required goods and services. In…
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John Doyle Bridge Closure
Anzac Avenue Water Main Upgrade | Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents of the…
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Upcoming Centenary Celebrations – of First Car Crossing the Kuranda Range
MEDIA RELEASE Upcoming Centenary Celebrations - Of First Car Crossing the Kuranda Range 10 am…
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Dimbulah, you’re invited
Mareeba Shire Council invites all residents of Dimbulah and surrounds to give feedback on plans…
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Newly Completed ‘Earth and Fire’ Mural sets the tone for Public Mural Action Plan
The Mareeba Shire Council’s Public Mural Action Plan will guide the creation of public art…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 17 August 2022
AMAROO PARK DEVELOPMENT ONE STEP CLOSER At the Ordinary Council meeting on Wednesday, 17 August…
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Tender Awarded for Mareeba East Park Playground
Concept design image of the Mareeba East Park Playground At the Ordinary Council meeting on…
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Grab a Bargain at the Buy Back Shop
The Buy Back Shop will open on Saturday, 20 August from 10am to 3pm. Councillor…
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Volunteers Wanted
Would you like to join a friendly team and help make Kuranda a great place…
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Mareeba Shire Council moves to VendorPanel
Whenever possible, Council proudly supports local businesses to supply our required goods and services. In…
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Have your say on the review and update of the Queensland Principal Cycle Network
Have your say on the review and update of the Queensland Principal Cycle Network Mareeba…
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Proud to be a Local
Council recently caught up with community members to talk about the newly completed works on…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 20 July 2022
MAREEBA SHIRE BUDGET HANDED DOWN In handing down the Council's 2022/23 budget, Mareeba Shire Council…
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Tender Awarded for Mareeba Splash Park
Concept design image of the Mareeba Splash Park. The Mareeba Aquatic Centre will have…
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2022/23 Budget Handed Down
MSC Budget – 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023MSC Budget Snapshot – 1 July…
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Bicentennial Lakes Upgrade to Build a Safe, Connected and Livable Community
A refreshed detailed design for the Bicentennial Lakes Active Recreation Upgrade will contribute to building…
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Chillagoe Water Restrictions Lifted
Mareeba Shire Council has lifted Level 3 Water Restrictions in Chillagoe for the first time…
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Councillor Community Forums
The Chillagoe Councillor Community Forum is planned for 6pm on Thursday, 8 September 2022 at…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 15 June 2022
LIFTING THE WEIGHT OF BYRNES STREET HIIT 40 Mareeba installs a new security camera and…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 18 May 2022
COUNCIL SPLASHES OUT ON ARTS & CULTURE PROJECTS The Mareeba Shire Council will assist 12…
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Mareeba Shire Aquatic Centre and Swimming Pools Upcoming Public Holidays Opening Hours
Mareeba Shire Council advises residents of Aquatic Centre and Swimming Pools operating hours for the…
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Anzac Day 2022
Chillagoe Dawn Service: Assemble 4.28am at Town Hall; March and Service: Assemble 9.00am in Queen…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 16 March 2022
MAREEBA DEVELOPMENT ONE STEP CLOSER Mareeba Shire Council has approved the lease of a portion…
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Byrnes Street Refresh
A 10-week project is about to kick off in Byrnes Street, Mareeba, as part of…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 16 February 2022
PARKS AND OPEN SPACES UPGRADES ON THE WAY Mareeba Shire Council has, today, endorsed a…
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Mareeba Ranked In Top Ten Fastest Growing Areas In Queensland
Queensland Treasury statistics reveal Mareeba Shire is now the sixth fastest growing Local Government Area…
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A Statement by Mareeba Shire Council to clarify the changes at the Waste Transfer Stations
In November 2021 the last cell at the Mareeba Landfill was completely filled and is…
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Australia Day Award Recipients 2022
At Council's Australia Day Awards Ceremony held on 26 January 2022, Mayor Toppin and Councillors…
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Local Heroes Nominated – Australia Day 2022
Mareeba Shire Council Mayor, Angela Toppin, commends all the nominees for Australia Day Awards in…
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Items of Interest Council Meeting 19 January 2022
MAREEBA SHIRE COUNCIL KEEPS COMMUNITY SAFETY TOP PRIORITY Mareeba Shire Council has pledged to ensure…
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Council Funds New Septic for Mt Molloy Hall
At the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday, 19 January 2022, Councillors passed…
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New RADF Committee Announced
Mareeba Shire Council will welcome 6 new members to the Regional Arts Development Fund Advisory…
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Buy Back Shop Creates Opportunity
At the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday, 19 January 2022 the Councillors…
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Water Projects Progressing
Mareeba Shire Council is making significant progress towards the completion of water projects throughout the…
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Mareeba Shire Council Keeps Community Safety Top Priority
Mareeba Shire Council has pledged to ensure community safety and crime prevention remains top priority…
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Self-Haul Waste Fee Change
At the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday, 15 December 2021 the Councillors…
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COVID-19 Information
All customers are required to wear a face mask when visiting Council's libraries and customer…
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Queensland Health requirements for visitors to Council operated/managed venues and facilities
Mareeba Shire Council has developed an easy-to-use matrix for what the new Queensland Health measures…
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Mayor’s Christmas Appeal Spreads Cheer
Each year, the Mareeba Shire Council's Mayor’s Christmas Appeal plays a critical role in ensuring…
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Community Safety Priority for Mareeba
Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Angela Toppin reassures residents and visitors that Council will continue to…
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Items of Interest Council Meeting 15 December 2021
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Mayor acknowledges town pride
You will see them on the roadside on your way to work or the gym…
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COVID-19 Directions
Mareeba Shire Council and Councillors are receiving considerable amounts of correspondence/communication pertaining to objections or…
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Dog attacks are no accident!
Council has seen an increase in the number of dog attacks across the Shire which…
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Christmas Lights Entries & Winners
Thank you to everyone who entered this year's Christmas Lights Competition. Grab the kids and…
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Items of Interest Council Meeting 17 November 2021
The following items were addressed at the Ordinary Meeting of Mareeba Shire Council on Wednesday,…
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Mareeba Shire Library Selfloan App
Mayor Angela Toppin joined the enthusiastic team at the Mareeba Shire Library to launch the…
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Mayor Calls for Nominations – Australia Day Awards 2022
Nominations are now open for Mareeba Shire Council's 2022 Australia Day Awards and Mareeba Shire…
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Mayor asks Community to Report Activity
Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Angela Toppin is urging community members to report instances of vandalism…
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Mareeba Shire Council makes Commitment to Small Business
Mareeba Shire Council has become one of the latest councils to sign the Small Business…
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Mareeba Shire Swimming Pools – Public Holiday Hours
Mareeba Shire Council advises residents of Swimming Pool operating hours for the Queen's Birthday Public…
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Mareeba Industrial Park – 5 Lots Reduced
Mareeba Shire Council has resolved to reduce the sale price of five of the originally…
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Weighbridge project commences at Kuranda Transfer Station
Mareeba Shire Council has taken another step towards improving Waste Management Operations at the Kuranda…
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Cedric Davies Community Hub Officially Opens
Ms Cynthia Lui, Member for Cook has officially opened the Cedric Davies Community Hub in…
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Mareeba Animal Management Facility Officially Opens
Ms Cynthia Lui, Member for Cook has officially opened the new Mareeba Animal Management Facility.…
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Items of Interest Council Meeting 18 August 2021
MAREEBA LIBRARY OPENS Council has redeveloped the former Mareeba Bowls Club site to provide a…
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Controlled Burning Reduces Risk
Mareeba Shire Council advises Mareeba residents that controlled burns will be conducted around the Mareeba…
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Water Flows into Chillagoe
A new 500 kilolitre water reservoir has delivered essential water security to the Chillagoe community. …
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Council Awards Pool & Van Park Tender
Mareeba Shire Council has entered negotiations for the lease to operate and manage the Mareeba,…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 21 July 2021
CHILLAGOE TRANSFER STATION - CHANGE OF OPERATING HOURS Mareeba Shire Council has responded to community…
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Library Relocation Booked In
The relocation of the Mareeba Library is a flagship project for Mareeba Shire Council and…
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Council moves to VendorPanel for e-procurement
Council proudly supports local businesses to supply goods and services whenever possible. In keeping with…
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Help stop the spread of COVID-19
Council works closely with the Queensland and Australian governments to plan, prepare, respond and recover…
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Increased annual water access charge
Council has introduced a $196 increase to its annual water access charge from July 1…
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Council delivers fiscally responsible Budget 2021/22
MAREEBA Shire Council today handed down its $48.4 million 2021/22 Budget, keeping its promise to…
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Expressions of Interest for Community Facilities
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO GET TAILS WAGGING The new Mareeba Pound and Animal Refuge Facility…
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Small Business Friendly Council
Mareeba Shire Council has reinforced its commitment to support and promote small businesses within Mareeba…
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Spring Into Action
Mattresses heading to landfill can now be recycled after Mareeba Shire Council partnered with a…
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Development Approvals on the Rise
Since 1 July 2020, over $50 million in building applications have been approved. In the…
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Supporting Arts and Culture
From public murals to workshops and cultural tourism projects, the latest round of the Regional…
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Wheelbarrow Race Postponed
The annual Great Wheelbarrow Race has been postponed until next year. Chair of the Great…
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Anzac Day 2021
Chillagoe Dawn Service: Assemble 4.28am at Town Hall; followed by breakfast March: Assemble 9.15am at…
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Operation Cool Burn
Controlled Burn Application Form for Council-controlled Road Reserves Uncontrolled bushfires present a very real human…
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Report Illegal Dumping
Mareeba Shire Council has launched a campaign to crack down on illegal rubbish dumping across…
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Enhancing Parks and Open Spaces
The results from a community survey that will help develop the Parks and Open Spaces…
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Have Your Say on Invasive Weed
Last month Mareeba Shire Council moved an emergency declaration to declare Frogbit as a local…
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Water Main Upgrades Continue
The Water Main Upgrade Project at Mount Molloy is now complete, maintaining ongoing water supply…
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Solar Project Charging Ahead
Mareeba Shire Council's solar project is charging ahead with several sites now fitted with solar…
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Showcasing the Shire
Mareeba Shire Council has endorsed a Shire-wide digital marketing campaign, to attract visitors to the…
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Barron Falls Walking Trail on Track
The new Barron Falls Walking Trail is back on track after recent weather caused damage…
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Frogbit Declared Local Pest
Amazon Frogbit has been declared a local pest following an emergency declaration made by Council…
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More Parking for Mareeba CBD
13 May 2021 More parking spaces in Mareeba's CBD are now available after Council transformed…
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Great Wheelbarrow Challenge
Preparations are in full swing to keep the spirit of the Great Wheelbarrow Race alive.…
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Advocating for Community Safety
Mareeba Shire Council has voiced its concerns in response to the recent increase in crime…
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Community Feedback Welcomed
A recent community survey was conducted to assist with Mareeba Shire Council's Parks and Open…
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New Environmental Policies
Council recently adopted two policies to protect the Shire's natural assets and manage climate change…
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Council concerned about crime
Mareeba Shire Mayor Angela Toppin has written a letter to the State Member for Cook,…
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Mary Thompson Named Citizen of the Year
Citizen of the Year: Mary Thompson Young Citizen of the Year: Giulia Pilat Community Organisation…
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Water Infrastructure Upgrade
A significant investment in water infrastructure is needed over the next decade to ensure a…
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Aussie Day Celebrations 2021
Citizenship candidates and award nominees will attend special ceremonies with their family and friends on…
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Regional Arts Development Fund 2020-21
Regional Arts Development Fund The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a partnership between the…
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Shovel Ready for New Year
Mareeba Shire Council is gearing up for a busy year with several major projects ready…
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Parks and Open Spaces Survey
MEDIA RELEASE - 4 February 2021 A recent community survey was conducted to assist with…
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Ready to Welcome Back Visitors
Queensland Premier Annastasia Palaszczuk announced this week that border restrictions would be lifted from 1…
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Celebrating 20 Years of Visitors
Kuranda Visitor Information Centre celebrates 20 years of welcoming visitors to the Village in the…
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Mareeba Croc Survey Findings
A report tabled at November's Council meeting confirmed that at this point in time, there…
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New Site for Kuranda Cemetery
Mareeba Shire Council has acquired a parcel of land located adjacent to the existing Kuranda…
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Ootann Road Top Priority
JOINT RELEASE: Tablelands Regional Council and Mareeba Shire Mareeba Shire and Tablelands Regional Councillors and…
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Digital Campaign Promotes Village
Mareeba Shire Council contracted Bang Media to deliver a 12-month digital marketing campaign to lure…
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Electronic Advertising Policy
Council has introduced an electronic advertising device policy as part of the Planning Scheme 2016.…
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Biosecurity Plan
At the October monthly meeting, Council adopted the Mareeba Shire Community Biosecurity Plan (2020-2025) to…
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Annual Report 2019-20
Mareeba Shire Council tabled its annual report for 2019-20 at today's Council meeting. Mayor…
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Building Water Capacity
Construction has begun on a new water reservoir in Chillagoe that will boost the town's…
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Are You Prepared?
When it comes to extreme weather events in Queensland, it’s not a matter of ‘if’…
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Council Updates Disaster Plan
Mareeba Shire Council recently adopted an updated Local Disaster Management Plan, providing a comprehensive framework…
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Capital Works Continue
Mareeba Shire Council is continuing to deliver a number of projects across the Shire with…
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Councils Advocate for Funding
IQ-RAP’s 28 Councils seek $200m Investment into Regional ROADS JOINT MEDIA RELEASE INLAND Queensland Roads…
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Australia Day Awards 2021
Nominations are open for Mareeba Shire Council's 2021 Australia Day Awards. Mareeba Shire Mayor Angela…
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Youth Engagement
Mareeba PCYC Youth Support workers engaged with local youth to create a colourful mural on…
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Celebrating Seniors Week
Seniors Week across Queensland will look a little different this year as we adapt to…
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Planning for Water Security
An amendment to Mareeba Shire Council's planning scheme will be made to protect the Nullinga…
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Kuranda Cemetery Consultation
Council is calling for community feedback regarding a new resting place for residents. The Kuranda…
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New Aged Care Home
A new residential care facility has been earmarked for Mareeba. The development application for a…
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New Tourism Kuranda Campaign
Council today awarded a contract to Bang Media to promote Kuranda as a destination, leveraging…
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Industrial Park Expands Opportunities
Prime real estate is now available for large-scale development of commercial and industrial agriculture services…
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COVID Cash Boost
Mareeba Shire Council will kick off a list of shovel-ready projects across the Shire after…
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Council Re-Signs Reef Guardian Commitment
Mareeba Shire Council joins Reef Guardians Mareeba Shire Council will join local governments across Queensland…
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Water Testing
Council has been investigating an alternative water supply to maintain water security for Chillagoe township.…
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Disposing of Hazardous Chemicals
Mareeba Shire Council is reminding residents and businesses the importance of properly disposing of hazardous…
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Dog Registration Notices Delayed
Dog registration renewal notices were delayed due to COVID-19 and will now be issued early…
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Balanced Budget
Mareeba Shire Council adopted its budget for the upcoming fiscal year at a special meeting…
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Report Dog Attacks
Mareeba Shire Council has seen an increase in the number of dog attacks across the…
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Byrnes Street Beautification
Mareeba's main thoroughfare will be enhanced over coming weeks as Stage 2 of the Byrnes…
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Controlled Burning Reduces Risk
Mareeba Shire Council uses two main methods to mitigate the potential bushfire hazard on land…
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Busking in Kuranda Village
To support local business operators and to help re-boot the Kuranda Village, Council will waive…
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Visitor Centre Re-Opens
As restrictions ease and businesses in Kuranda begin to start trading again, the Visitor Information…
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NewsBites: May Council Meeting 2020
Items of interest from Council’s ordinary meeting held on Wednesday 20 May 2020. CRYSTALBROOK COLLECTION…
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COVID-19 Response
Mareeba Shire Council has announced a response package following the economic impact Coronavirus has had…
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COVID Community Update
Following the Queensland Government's roadmap to easing restrictions, Council will start to re-open community facilities.…
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Regulated Parking Walsh Street Mareeba
Shoppers will have better access to parking in Mareeba's CBD as Council intends to regulate…
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Restrictions Ease
Mareeba Shire Mayor Angela Toppin is reminding residents to be responsible this long-weekend and to…
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TK Levy Review
As part of the preparation and planning for the upcoming budget, Council is reviewing all…
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NewsBites: April Council Meeting 2020
Items of interest from Council’s ordinary meeting held on Wednesday 22 April 2020. FOOD LICENCES…
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Council Freezes Pay Increase
Mareeba Shire Council has put a freeze on pay increases for both Councillors and employees…
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Post-Election Meeting
Items of interest from Council's post-election meeting held on Wednesday 15 April 2020. DEPUTY MAYOR…
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New Deputy Mayor
Councillor Kevin Davies is Mareeba Shire's new Deputy Mayor. Councillor Davies was elected to the…
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Anzac Day 2020
In this time of uncertainty, it is more important than ever that the ANZAC spirit…
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Mareeba Shire Welcomes First Female Mayor
THE new Mareeba Shire Mayor and Councillors were sworn in today at individual ceremonies so…
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Controlled Borrowing Service
Mareeba Shire Council will be introducing a service to allow users to borrow their favourite…
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Think Before You Flush
Council is reminding residents to think before they flush. Large amounts of solid material is…
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Spike in Dog Attacks
Mareeba Shire Council is pleading with pet owners to be responsible following a recent increase…
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NewsBites: March Council Meeting 2020
Items of interest from Council's ordinary meeting held on Wednesday 18 March 2020. FUNDING…
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NewsBites: February Council Meeting 2020
Items of interest from Council's ordinary meeting held on Wednesday 19 February 2020. RAIL TRAIL…
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Letter to Minister Dick
The Hon. Cameron Dick MP Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Industry and Planning PO Box…
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Illegal Dumping Not Tolerated
Mareeba Shire Council is warning anyone who is caught illegally dumping will face hefty fines.…
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Mayor Seeks Answers To Community Concerns
Last month, Mareeba Mayor Tom Gilmore convened a round-table meeting with Member for Cook Ms…
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Council to Challenge Planning Decision
Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore will write to Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and…
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Joe Moro Named Citizen of the Year
The voice of the Tablelands’ horticultural community and prominent businessman, Joe Moro has been named…
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Celebrate Australia Day at Dimbulah
Mareeba Shire's unsung heroes and high achievers will be acknowledged at Council's official Australia Day…
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Improving Environmental Outcomes
Mareeba Shire Council recently completed the upgrade of the Barang Street Sewerage Pump Station at…
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Mareeba Airport Upgrade Complete
Mareeba, the Atherton Tablelands and wider Gulf and Cape York regions are set to benefit…
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Pool Filters Upgrade Complete
Maintenance of the Mareeba and Dimbulah swimming pools has been made easier and more efficient…
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Cedric Davies Community Hub Underway
Mareeba will soon have a new library, training venue and undercover bowls facility with works…
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A Time For Giving
Residents and business owners are being encouraged to dig deep this Christmas and support the…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 23 October 2019
ANNUAL REPORT HIGHLIGHTS COUNCIL'S SUCCESS Council today adopted its Annual Report for the 2018/19 financial…
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A Time for Renewal
After 37 years in the political spotlight, Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore will retire from…
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Australia Day Awards 2020
Nominations for the 2020 Mareeba Shire Council Australia Day Awards are now open. Mayor Tom…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 18 September 2019
TRANSFER STATION UPGRADE The Mareeba Waste Transfer Station will undergo a $1.5 million redevelopment to…
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Calling All Artists
The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) 2019/20 community grants round is now open. Individuals, groups…
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Don’t Light Fires
FIRE ASSISTANCE If you have been impacted by the recent bushfires, help may be available!…
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Bushfires Impact Property and Livelihood
FIRE ASSISTANCE If you have been impacted by the recent bushfires, help may be available!…
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Students Get Creative
Students at Mt Molloy State School have been working with community members and local artists…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 21 August 2019
BEAUTIFUL LEGACY Former Mareeba resident Laurence Tracona, who sadly passed away earlier this year continues…
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Aggression Towards Staff Not Tolerated
Mareeba Shire Council has a zero tolerance for abuse and aggression shown towards its staff,…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 17 July 2019
JULATTEN SCHOOL SAFETY IMPROVED The Julatten School bus turnaround and carpark upgrade is now complete,…
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Marked In History
Mareeba's war history will not be forgotten with the Council receiving funding to replace markers…
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Take The Lead These School Holidays
Dog owners are being encouraged to be extra vigilant over the school holiday period. Mayor…
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Traffic Flow Set to Improve
To improve traffic flow and safety in Mareeba’s CBD, Mareeba Shire Council will soon start…
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Project Rescheduled to Avoid Traffic Chaos
To limit traffic disruptions, Mareeba Shire Council will reschedule the works on the upgrade of…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 19 June 2019
FITTING TRIBUTE FOR COMMUNITY MAN The Mareeba Community Hub will be named in honour of…
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Budget 2019/2020
Mayor hands down balanced budget with record capital expenditure. Mareeba Shire Council has adopted a…
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Safety Upgrade for Julatten School
Works to upgrade the Julatten School bus turnaround are progressing well. Mayor Tom Gilmore said…
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Cash Boost for Chillagoe Road
The Queensland Government has committed $5.8 million to continue to progressively seal the Burke Developmental…
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Planning Underway for Community Hub
Planning is well underway for the development of Mareeba's new Community Hub. Council received funding…
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Springmount Road Upgrade Complete
Springmount Road upgrade project is now complete. Construction commenced in late August 2018 on the…
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New Tourism Kuranda Website
Kuranda's visitor experience is set to be enhanced with the launch of the fresh and…
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Taking the Lead
Mareeba Shire Council has reduced its dog registration fee for de-sexed dogs to just $20…
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Funding for Community Hub
Mareeba Shire Council is one step closer to developing a Community Hub in Mareeba after…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 15 May 2019
CBD ADDITIONAL PARKING Council today approved a recommendation made by the Traffic Advisory Committee to…
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James Creek Crossing Open
Construction of the new James Creek Crossing on Wolfram Road Dimbulah is now complete. The…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 17 April 2019
TAKING THE LEAD A report tabled at this month's Council meeting indicates residents are taking…
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Kuranda Project Supports Environment and Growth
Kuranda is set to benefit from a pump station upgrade after local council secured $450,000…
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Items of Interest – Tuesday 19 March 2019
PLANNING UNDERWAY FOR RAIL TRAIL Council recently entered into a funding arrangement with the Queensland…
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Industrial Park Expands
Mareeba Industrial Park will undergo a $3.5 million expansion after receiving $1,490,000 funding through Round…
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$2.5 Million Upgrade Complete
Mareeba's Water Main Upgrade Project is now complete, securing the town's water supply for a…
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New Aviation Hub for FNQ
Stage 1 of the $23 million Mareeba Airport upgrade was officially opened on Thursday 7…
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Kuranda Wayfinding Signage
As part of the Kuranda revitlisation project, Council is seeking community feedback on new wayfinding…
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Mareeba Airport Upgrade (Stage 1) Opening
THE far north's largest regional aviation hub is ready for take-off, with Stage 1 of…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 20 February 2019
DOGGY DOOR KNOCK Following the positive response from last year's approved animal inspection program, Council…
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Pre-Election Wish List
Mayors and CEOs from across the far north are currently in Canberra making sure their…
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Toffanello named Citizen of the Year
Rain didn't put a dampener on Mareeba's Australia Day Celebrations on Friday night. Mareeba Shire…
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Items of Interest – Wednesday 23 January 2019
$60 MILLION INVESTMENT Figures revealed in Council's Development and Governance quarterly report highlight Mareeba Shire's…
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Celebrating Our Unsung Heroes
Mareeba Shire's unsung heroes and high achievers will be recognised at Council's annual Australia Day…
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Proposed Community Hub for Mareeba
PROPOSED COMMUNITY HUB FOR MAREEBA Media Release Mareeba Shire Council will enter into an agreement…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 19 December 2018
WASTE STRATEGY Council today adopted a draft Waste Management Services Strategy 2018-2027 which is now…
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Festive Funding Boost
Mareeba Shire Council will receive $1.84 million to support priority infrastructure projects across the Shire…
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Project Nears Completion
Mareeba's water main upgrade is nearing completion, with over 1200m of new pipeline being installed…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 21 November 2018
FLAGGY CREEK CROSSING Council have awarded a tender for eligible essential public asset restoration works…
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NDRRA Funding Helps Region
Mareeba Shire ratepayers will not have to pick up the bill for damage caused by…
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Vote Now for People’s Choice
The Kuranda Visitor Information Centre has been named a finalist in the Queensland Community Achievement…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Tuesday 23 October 2018
ANNUAL REPORT 2017-2018 Council today adopted its Annual Report for the last financial year with…
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Far Northern Mayors Lobby for Action
An open invitation has been extended to State and Federal leaders to visit far north…
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Local Heroes Help Keep Community Safe
The serious threat of bushfires has not eased with crews still working to contain a…
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Australia Day Awards 2019 – Nominations Now Open
The search is on for Mareeba Shire's biggest achievers. Nominations for the 2019 Mareeba Shire…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 19 September 2018
GREEN WASTE An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified contractor to capitalise on green…
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Arts for All
Hundreds of art lovers are expected to converge on Mareeba's Centenary Park to celebrate and…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 15 August 2018
CHILLAGOE TRANSFER STATION Mareeba Shire Council voted today to convert the waste facility at Chillagoe…
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Mareeba CBD Water Main Upgrade
In addition to the reseal of Byrnes Street in Mareeba being carried out by Transport…
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Vote of Confidence for Shire
Two projects in Mareeba Shire have been shortlisted for a share of $70 million in…
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Keeping Safe in Mareeba Shire
Mareeba Shire Council has officially released a community awareness guide, aimed at keeping locals and…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 18 July 2018
BICENTENNIAL LAKES VISION Earlier this year, a draft master plan of the Bicentennial Lakes revitalisation…
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$5M Boost for Mareeba Airport
Mareeba Shire Council has received an extra $5 million commitment from the Australian Government to…
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Major Project Enables Growth
A major infrastructure project which will enable future development in Mareeba is now complete. Mayor…
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A Celebration of the Arts
Mareeba's Centenary Park will come to life on Saturday 22 September when art enthusiasts will…
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Literacy Funding to Continue
Mareeba Shire Council has welcomed news that the State Government has continued funding to improve…
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Qantas Academy Shortlist Announced
Qantas today announced their top nine regional cities in Australia in the running to house…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 20 June 2018
MAREEBA CBD WATER MAIN UPGRADE Council today awarded a tender to begin the critical water…
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Budget 2018-19
Describing it as conservative, Mayor Tom Gilmore said the Budget underpins Council policy and direction…
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Mareeba CBD Traffic Management Study
The Mareeba CBD Traffic Management Study is a joint initiative between Mareeba Shire Council and…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 16 May 2018
COUNCIL TO BID FOR QANTAS ACADEMY The Qantas Group recently announced the next step in…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 18 April 2018
A GROWING, CONFIDENT AND SUSTAINABLE SHIRE Today Council adopted its Corporate Plan for the next…
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Flying Ahead
Mareeba Shire Council is soaring closer to completing the region's most anticipated aviation facility, with…
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Kuranda to feature on BBC documentary
Kuranda's unique history will be shared with the world in an upcoming documentary produced by…
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Council responds to flood damage
The severe rain event over the last few days has caused substantial damage to the…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 21 March 2018
WATER RESTRICTIONS LIFTED With Tinaroo Dam now over 70% capacity, Council today moved to lift…
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Green paw print
Being a responsible pet owner and registering your dog has become more convenient with Council…
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Help keep our community litter free
Many community volunteers across the Mareeba Shire are constantly seen collecting rubbish from public places,…
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James Creek Causeway, Wolfram Road Dimbulah
Monday 12 March 2018: Council crews worked throughout the weekend to provide access to residents…
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Council backs water security project
Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore, has welcomed news that the Queensland Government will fund the…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – Wednesday 21 February 2018
BODY-WORN CAMERAS Authorised Council local laws officers will soon be fitted with body-worn cameras in…
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Kenneally Road Wastewater Upgrade
Project Complete Tuesday 10 July 2018 A major infrastructure project which will enable future development…
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Community Update: Chillagoe TV & Radio
Community Update: Chillagoe TV & Radio Council would like to advise Chillagoe residents that the…
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Alan Pedersen Crossing
It was a special day for Mareeba Shire Deputy Mayor, Cr Alan Pedersen when his…
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Council supports local artists
Over the last three years, Mareeba Shire Council has funded 33 community arts, heritage and…
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Sewer network upgrade
This year Council will be continuing with its sewer relining program to address ageing infrastructure…
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Safety boost for CBD
The Queensland Government has committed $3.47 million to improve road safety in Mareeba's CBD. Yesterday,…
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Australia Day Photo Competition
Overall Winner: Chillagoe Waters by Bernd Seidl Winner (People): Lene and Ruby by Tricia Windhaus…
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Australia Day Award Winners 2018
Mareeba Shire Council hosted its annual Australia Day Awards ceremony on Thursday 25 January 2018.…
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Kuranda Village Revitalisation
Kuranda Infrastructure Plan Friday 25 May 2018 Following recent ministerial approval of the Kuranda Township…
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Local heroes to be recognised
Mareeba Shire’s unsung heroes and high achievers will be recognised at a special ceremony next…
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Personal location beacon saves Council worker
Senior Constable Aleda Day Last week a Mareeba Shire Council worker was the latest person…
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Emergency dashboard now live
Mareeba Shire Council has launched a new online emergency management dashboard, providing a ‘one stop…
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Items of Interest: Council Meeting – 20 December 2017
SHOPPING CENTRE GETS THE GREEN LIGHT Council today approved a development application for a new…
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Season’s Greetings from Mayor Tom Gilmore
AS we prepare to celebrate Christmas with our families and friends, it is so very…
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Drive left in Australia
IN a bid to improve road safety, Mareeba Shire Council has commenced the installation of…
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New customer experience
After months of planning, designing and user testing we are so excited to unveil our…
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Old Mareeba cemetery damaged
MAREEBA’S Mayor Tom Gilmore has expressed his “deepest disappointment” after hearing that a man had…
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National Recycling Week
TO CELEBRATE National Recycling Week, the Mareeba Shire Library Service is educating the community about…
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Vandals darken christmas spirit
TOWNS across the Shire will be left in the dark this festive season, after vandals…
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Council Meeting: 15 November 2017
NEW MOTORHOME PARK FOR TRAVELLING PUBLIC Councillors today endorsed a development application for a new…
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Award winning centre
THE Kuranda Information Centre has been recognised for outstanding customer service and dubbed the best…
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Local Batonbearers share the dream
THE Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation (GOLDOC) has announced the local batonbearers from across…
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Critical project gets funding
MAREEBA Shire Council will benefit from the Queensland Government's $60 million Infrastructure grants program released…
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Council staff praised
MAYOR Tom Gilmore is praising Council staff for their swift action after rain caused significant…
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Council achieves excellence in public works
MAREEBA Shire Council has taken out two accolades at this year’s Institute of Public Works…
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Council Meeting: 25 October 2017
PROPOSED KOAH PLANNING STUDY Development enquiries for the Koah area are continuing to be received,…
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Critical water level in Chillagoe
CHILLAGOE residents are being urged to reduce their water usage as the town's water capacity…
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Council Meeting: 16 August 2017
APPROVED INSPECTION PROGRAM Council approved an Inspection Program to be carried out across the Shire…
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Council Meeting: 20 September 2017
PROPOSED SOLAR FARM Plans for a major solar energy farm south-west of Mareeba have been…
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Australia Day Awards 2018 – Nominations Now Open
NOMINATIONS for the 2018 Mareeba Shire Council Australia Day Awards are now open. Mayor Tom…
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Dog attacks are no accident
Mayor Tom Gilmore is urging dog owners to be responsible after a child was attacked…
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Australia Day Awards 2018
NOMINATIONS for the 2018 Mareeba Shire Council Australia Day Awards are now open. Mayor Tom…
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New Plant Open
THE Mareeba Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade was officially opened on 29 July by Senator Ian…
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Crocodile management zones changed in Mareeba Shire Council area
The Palaszczuk Government has responded to the Mareeba community’s concerns about crocodile safety by changing…
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Council imposes Level 1 water restrictions
AN extended period of dry weather and dropping water levels at Tinaroo Dam have prompted Mareeba…
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Items of Interest: Council meeting – 19 July 2017
COUNCIL INTRODUCES WATER RESTRICTIONS AN extended period of dry weather and dropping levels at Tinaroo…
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Mayor Welcomes Funding
MAREEBA Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore welcomed today's funding announcement by the State Government of $8.3M…
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Improving Water Security for Kuranda Residents
LAST week, Mareeba Shire Council began demolishing the existing reservoir at Mason Road in Kuranda,…
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Items of interest Council meeting – 21 June 2017
Special Council Meeting 21 June 2017 SAFE AND SENSIBLE BUDGET IN bringing down the 2017-18…
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Budget 2017-2018
"A Safe and Sensible Budget" Mareeba Shire Council adopted its 2017-18 Budget at a special…
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Mareeba Shire Council CEO Peter Franks awarded Public Service Medal (PSM)
Congratulations to Peter Franks, CEO, Mareeba Shire Council who was awarded the Public Service Medal…
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New Laws for Dog Breeders
From today, the Palaszczuk Government’s new puppy farm laws come into effect. Anyone who breeds…
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E-Waste Trial in Mareeba
Council is trialling an exciting new recycling project at the Mareeba Transfer Station for e-waste.…
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Wheelie Good Time
HISTORY was made last weekend when 41 teams competing in the McDonald's Great Wheelbarrow Race…
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Items of interest Council meeting – 19 April 2017
COUNCIL TO SAVE ENERGY Council decided to install two Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems for the…
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Mareeba Airport EIO Update
Following an expression of interest (EOI) process Council last month, decided to invite tenders from…
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Mareeba to welcome Queen’s Baton
Local legends are being called on to carry the Queen’s Baton in Mareeba as it…
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‘Drive to the Left’ Campaign
Last year, the Queensland Government gave $15 000 to Mareeba Shire Council to encourage disaster…
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Cash Boost for Shire
Mareeba Shire Council received a $3.8M cash boost from the Queensland Government under the State's…
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Mayor meets with Health Minister
Joint statement - Health and Ambulance Services Minister and Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Health and…
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Items of interest Council meeting – 15 February 2017
RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERSHIP Council approved an Inspection Program to be carried out across the Shire…
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Kuranda Suburban Water Security Project
Commencement of Work - Construction of Reservoirs at Mason Road and Warril Drive The Kuranda…
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Australia Day 2017 Award Recipients
Hundreds gathered last night to celebrate their local heroes and to welcome Australia's newest citizens…
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Items of Interest Council Meeting – 25 January 2017
COUNCIL TO RETAIN LAND FOR PENSIONERS Today Mareeba Shire Council rejected a request from a…
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Items of Interest Council Meeting – 16 Nov 2016
GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE Mareeba Industrial Estates The Mareeba Industrial Estate is progressing well with the…
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Bridge Load Limits Reduced
Mareeba Shire Council has had to reduce the Load Limits of four (4) bridges across…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 12 October 2016
Audit Report Shows Confidence in Council In yesterday's Council meeting, Mayor Tom Gilmore congratulated Council…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 21 September 2016
Col Jeanes Place A Kuranda man who gave back to his community for more than…
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CEO named Queensland’s Local Government Manager of the Year
Mareeba Shire Council Chief Executive Officer, Mr Peter Franks, has been recognised for his outstanding…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 20 July 2016
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM Through the Community Partnerships Program, Mareeba Shire Council aims to support local…
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Mareeba Wastewater Treatment Plant
DEVELOPMENT BEGINS The greatly anticipated construction of the new Mareeba Wastewater Treatment Plant has commenced…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 15 June 2016
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE Council this week adopted its Planning Scheme which will commence on…
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Items of Interest Council Meeting – 1 June 2016
RECONCILIATION WEEK - National Reconciliation Week - 27 May to 3 June 2016 Mareeba Shire…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 18 May 2016
AWARENESS FOR CYCLISTS After concerns raised by the Mareeba Mountain Goats Club, Council endorsed the…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting – 4 May 2016
VEGAN RETREAT CENTRE FOR KURANDA Council approved the application for the establishment of a small…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 20 April 2016
Regional Arts Development Fund - Community Grants Approval Mareeba Shire Council announced the successful RADF…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 6 April 2016
Election of Deputy Mayor At today’s Statutory meeting Councillor Alan Pedersen was elected Deputy Mayor,…
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Mareeba Shire – nbn rollout update
Fixed Wireless Rollout The following nbn™ fixed wireless sites are now live: Biboohra, Clohesy Mountain,…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting – 16 March 2016
Infrastructure works- The Mareeba Shire Council has completed a mixture of Parks and Gardens maintenance,…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting – 2 March 2016
Chillagoe Airstrip Upgrade Mareeba Shire Council has received a grant from the Commonwealth Government of…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting – 17 February 2016
Infrastructure works The Mareeba Shire Council has completed a mixture of Parks and Gardens maintenance…
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Items of Interest – Council Meeting 3 February 2016
Mareeba Hospital - Mayor Tom Gilmore yesterday advised the Council and the community that following…
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