North Burnett Regional Council

Calling all treasure hunters!! North Burnett Regional Council Libraries are celebrating Children’s Book week from 20 through to 24 August. Join us for a treasure hunt @ your local library during opening hours, 8:30-11:30 & 12:30-4:30 pm.
Children’s book week brings communities together to celebrate Australian children’s literature. For further information see the flyer below. #NBRClibraries #NorthBurnettEvents #northburnett #Biggenden #Gayndah #Eidsvold #Monto #Mundubbera #MtPerry

UPDATE - Binjour (north west of Gayndah) – bushfire as 7pm Sun 19 Aug - 19th August 2018 7:00 PM

The previous bushfire warning has changed.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews will continue to monitor a bushfire burning near Binjour Road and Binjour Branch Creek Road, Binjour. The fire continues to travel in an easterly direction towards Mount Perry and is posing no threat to property at this time. Smoke may affect nearby areas. If affected, residents are asked to close windows and doors. Those suffering a respiratory condition should keep their medications close by. Motorists should drive with caution and to conditions. If residents are concerned their property is under threat they are advised to call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

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STAY INFORMED: Binjour bushfire (north west of Gayndah) as at 12.40 pm Sunday, 19 August, 2018. 19th August 2018 12:40 PM - Bushfire warning level: ADVICE

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) advises there is a bushfire in Binjour (north west of Gayndah).

You need to keep up to date and decide what actions you will take if the situation changes.

Currently as at 12.40pm a bushfire is near Binjour Road and Binjour Branch Creek Road. It is travelling in an easterly direction towards Mount Perry.

People in the area will be affected by smoke, which will reduce visibility and air quality.

Properties are not under direct threat at this time. Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if you believe you or your property is under threat.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
• Listen to your local radio station or visit the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website for regular updates.
• If you have a bushfire survival plan, refer to it now and be ready to follow it.
• If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, or if your plan is to leave, identify where you will go if the situation changes.
• Close windows and doors to minimise smoke exposure.
• If you suffer from a respiratory condition, keep your medication close by.
• Drive with caution in low visibility conditions.
• Contact your neighbours to see if they need help preparing for the bushfire.
• Consider finding your essential items (e.g., identification documents, prescription medication, food and water, and protective clothing such as a long-sleeved cotton shirt and trousers, and boots) in case you need to leave.
• Consider what you will do to protect your pets and livestock.
• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
• Advise family and friends of your intended actions if the situation changes.

KEEP UP TO DATE BY:
• Following QFES on Facebook (@QldFireandRescueService) and Twitter (@QldFES)
• Staying tuned to your local radio station. Find your local ABC radio station at https://radio.abc.net.au/help/offline and your local commercial radio station at http://www.commercialradio.com.au/find-a-station/queensland;
• Visiting the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/map

FURTHER INFORMATION:
• For bushfire preparation tips, visit the RFS website: www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/BushFire_Safety
• For information about road closures, call 13 19 40 or visit www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au

The next update will be provided when the situation changes.
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Calling all treasure hunters!! North Burnett Regional Council Libraries are celebrating Children’s Book week from this Monday 20 through to Friday, 24 August. Join us for a treasure hunt @ your local library during opening hours, 8:30-11:30am & 12:30-4:30pm. Children’s book week brings communities together to celebrate Australian children’s literature. For further information see the flyer below. #NorthBurnett #NorthBurnettLibraries #NorthBurnettEvents #Biggenden #Gayndah #Eidsvold #Monto #Mundubbera #MtPerry

Have you booked your seat at the table yet??? Mundubbera's Long Table Moonlit Masquerade Banquet on the banks of the river will be held Saturday, 15 September. Commencing 6pm with champagne & canapes on arrival. Don't miss out on this wonderful evening of fine dining. For tickets & further information see the flyer below.. #Mundubbera #NorthBurnettEvents #SmilingforSmiddy #NorthBurnett

BOOK BINGO!!! North Burnett Regional Council is celebrating Senior’s week from 18 – 26 August. Join us for Bingo with a twist @ your local library. Book Bingo commences 9.30am: Wednesday, 22 August in Gayndah, Monto & Mt Perry - Thursday, 23 August in Eidsvold - Friday, 24 August in Biggenden & Mundubbera. Residents & visitors are also invited to call into their local library to view a display themed ‘Let’s come together Queensland’. For further information see the flyer below.. #NorthBurnett #NorthBurnettLibraries #NorthBurnettEvents