The hotly contested Samford and Dayboro clash in Round 1 of the pre season Pine Rivers Cup Rugby League competion saw Dayboro sneak home 8 points to nil in what, for most the game, was a solid contest with nil all at half time.  In a see-sawing match Dayboro lifted to take out the long standing Earl McDonald and Jack Lawson Trophy.  The presentation of the trophy to the Dayboro captain by Earl’s grandson, Lance, was a sombre affair as the Dayboro and Samford communities had only just farewelled Lance’s father and former long time player, Rob, who recently passed away.
DAYBORO ART SHOW – a cultural experience
Congratulations to the Dayboro State School P & C Association for getting their second Dayboro Art Show off the ground.  I am pleased that Council has seen fit to again be a supporter by providing a grant of $3,000 to assist the P & C in conducting this event.  Paintings, drawings, sculpture and pottery!  Why not visit the Art Show being held at the Dayboro Community Hall in Bradley Street between 26th and 28th March 2010.  The Official opening is 6.30pm to 8.30pm Friday 26th March with a performance by the Mueller International Chamber Orchestra Trio. Tickets are $10 and are available at Ray White Dayboro.  The show will be open from 9.30am -4.00pm on both Saturday and Sunday and entry is free both days.
ROADWORKS - KRIESCH AND HIPATHITES ROADS
Council will shortly commence construction of the unsealed sections of Kriesch and Hipathites Roads Samsonvale. This $450,000 project will complete the approximate $1m project to seal this important local road which first commenced some five years ago. The works will involve some minor road realignment and removal of a small number of trees.
COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM – reminder
Round two of the community Grants Program opened on 1 February and closes on 31 March 2010. In round one council provided funding to the value of $300,000 to 50 community organizations across the Moreton Bay Region. For further information visit Council’s website, phone 3205 0555 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
FOOTPATH EXTENSION
Work is almost complete on the $50,000 extension to the concrete pathway along Mt Samson Road which now links Brecklyn Close to the existing pathway that was previously extended within the last couple of years.
ADVENTURE WOMEN PROGRAM – get out and get fit
Calling women aged 16 years and over who live in the Moreton Bay Region!!
Have you ever wanted to try dragon boating, scuba diving, kite surfing, horse riding or shooting?  Adventure Women provides women aged 16 years and over with an opportunity to experience a variety of sporting and recreation activities in a friendly, supportive and non competitive environment.  From March to May 2010, this program is designed to challenge women and provide them with new opportunities and skills, as well as linking them with local clubs throughout the region.  Many sessions are delivered by local clubs and providers in the Region, allowing ongoing opportunities after the program has finished.   For more information go to Council’s website or phone 5433 2052 during business hours.
LAND FOR WILDLIFE
Land for Wildlife is a unique, voluntary program which provides resources to private land holders and community groups managing land with existing wildlife habitat, as well as to those working hard to re-establish habitat through revegetation and restoration projects.
Land for Wildlife recognises the importance of habitat protection on private property, and aims to encourage and support private landholders to preserve as much habitat for wildlife as possible on their properties. To find out more about this Program or how to join please visit our website at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au and search Land for Wildlife, or if you would like a brochure phone my assistant on 3480 6455.
ENERGEX WORKS – OCEAN VIEW
If you have noticed works along Brockhurst Road Ocean View including some tree removal and pruning it is Energex contractors installing an 11,000 volt main. The works should have been finalised by the time you read this issue.
DID YOU KNOW?
That the Moreton Bay Region’s current population is about 350,000 and  is forecast to rise to 486,000 by 2026.