Council invites residents to explore information displays at Yeppoon Show

Council is encouraging visitors to drop in and learn something new at the upcoming Yeppoon Show this weekend, with a variety of information displays on site from Saturday, 10 June at the Yeppoon Showgrounds. 

During the two-day event, residents will have the opportunity to engage directly with Council officers from Vector Management, Disaster, Environment and Health, and Local Laws.

The displays aim to provide the community with insights into the ongoing initiatives carried out by Council, as well as provide valuable information and advice about disaster preparedness, property management strategies, public health, food safety, pest control and responsible pet ownership.

This year, the Council's Disaster Management and Community Resilience team is collaborating with the Yeppoon Historical Society to offer residents a unique perspective on the history of past cyclones in Livingstone Shire, while also highlighting the importance of preparedness and mitigation techniques for future weather events.

Mayor Andy Ireland, Chair of the Local Disaster Management Group, said residents could learn more about developing individual disaster preparedness plans based on their location, hazards, and personal circumstances.

“This proactive approach is crucial to ensure effective response and resilience during and after disaster events,” Mayor Ireland said.

“Residents need to especially be prepared in case emergency services are not able to reach you during a disaster. Your preparedness and your ability to respond appropriately may be the difference between life and death.”

The displays will be located in the Gus Moore Pavilion and will be accessible to visitors from 9am on Saturday.

In addition, Council’s Vector Management team will also be on hand with fact sheets around mosquito collecting and what residents can do to prevent breeding, as well as detailed information on the pest control of rats, deer’s, foxes, and invasive plant species.

Portfolio holder of Water, Waste Management and the Environment, Councillor Andrea Friend, said these knowledgeable and experienced officers will be available to engage one-on-one with residents, addressing any inquiries they may have in their respective fields.

“Residents can learn how mosquito samples are collected and sent to Queensland Health in order to identify the species and what diseases they may carry,” Cr Friend said.

The Vector Management officer will be on site from 8am to 1pm Saturday and Sunday.

The Environmental Health team will offer advice and information on food business licensing, legislation changes, food safety, environmental pollution, and public health issues.

This is in line with the Queensland food legislation and Environmental Protection legislation and the team’s passion to work for and protect the health of the community.

The officers will be available from 9am to 2pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Livingstone Shire Council Ranger/Local Law officer Michael is also welcoming attendees to drop in for a chat on either Saturday or Sunday from 10am – 3pm.

Michael will be present to answer all questions around responsible pet ownership, illegal dumping as well as the communities’ queries around local by-laws.

All three teams will be located at the Gymnasium Pavilion.