Short of us buying their land, we can’t stop people building on approved residential lots they own. I and council have been criticised for allowing too much housing growth on the SMBI. This comes from people concerned about loss of trees and environmental impact, increased demand on public infrastructure, inadequate parking, a perceived general loss […]
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CAUTION: THESE COSTS ARE ESTIMATES AND ARE PROVIDED TO INDICATE THE SCALE OF COST TO SEWER SMBI AND THE COST IMPACT ON RATEPAYERS. The cost of undertaking a comprehensive cost and business case is estimated at approximately $6m[1]. Clearly the level of unfunded analysis I am able to undertake will not be as detailed
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Are septic systems on the SMBI contaminating the Bay? Currently, there is no program for systematic testing the waters around each of the Southern Moreton Bay Islands for contamination. This is not a responsibility of council and, if undertaken, falls within the responsibility of the Queensland Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI). I
While we’re in dire straits with island infrastructure backlog (roads, footpaths, drainage, sewerage and parking) there is no money for nothing and the cheques aren’t free. Unless you’re born into wealth, there is no money for nothing. Same with funding infrastructure on SMBI, it either comes from you via the taxes and fees you pay
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Proposed-Residences-Bella-Baia We have been seeing formative works for the multistorey carpark in the Weinam Creek Priority Development Area (PDA). This has included roadworks, additional temporary parking and construction of the northern section of the Moreton Bay Cycleway. I also moved a motion in council (supported by seven of the eleven councillors to work with Economic
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The post TC Alfred recovery effort, particularly tree management and green waste removal has been enormous. Kerbside green waste collections should be completed over next three weeks.
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In collaboration with Macleay Island Resident Association, Lamb Island Resident Association, and Karragarra Island Ratepayers Association, the Southern Moreton Bay Islands Chamber of Commerce has released a summary of key challenges experienced by the Islands and, more importantly, practical recommendations on how to work to address these. The paper has involved extensive discussions over a
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Many people are drawn to the Redlands Coast because of the natural beauty, environment and wildlife. In discussions with residents throughout Division 5, concerns have been raised about the number of mature trees that are being cut down to make way for new housing. I believe a contributing factor is the strict guideline for building
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