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Ratepayers across the Gladstone Local Government Area have been meeting their obligations with outstanding rates almost halved over the past six months, from a peak of $27.1 million.
Since November 2020, when The Gladstone Observer reported on the outstandings, ratepayers have coughed up $13 million, reducing the outstandings to $14.1 million.
The latest figures were reported to Gladstone Regional Council during its most recent meeting.
Council is in a better position recouping rates compared to what was owed at the same time in 2020, with 7.66 per cent of total rates levied owed, compared to 8.77 per cent last year.
Residential ratepayers still account for the bulk of the outstanding rates.
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The sister-city relationship will be solidified in the Gladstone region’s youth when they take a glimpse into the lives of Japanese children at the Saiki Children’s day exhibition.
Born in 1996, the sister-city relationship between Gladstone and Saiki City was established as part of a global movement to focus on community values and international understanding, encouraging world peace.
Situated on the eastern coast of Japan’s southern island of Kyushu, Saiki City is home to more than 51,000 people, working in industries including fresh produce, cement, shipbuilding, refrigeration, pearls, strawberries, roses and dried fish.
From May 1 to 22, children of the Gladstone region can participate in a variety of free, hands-on craft activities available at the Gladstone Regional Art Gallery and Museum.
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The role critical minerals like H-Hydrogen will play in lowering world carbon emissions was front and centre this week at the Queensland Exploration Council renewable energy technologies showcase.
With Queensland’s huge potential to provide the critical and rare earth minerals needed to manufacture smart phones, solar panels and electric cars, Queensland Exploration Council chair Kim Wainwright said it was an exciting time to be in the exploration sector.
The showcase, Ms Wainwright said, illustrated the role critical minerals would play in lowering world carbon emissions through renewable energy technologies. Chief Executive Ian MacFarlane at the Queensland Resources Council Annual Lunch at Royal International Convention Centre, Bowen Hills, Friday, November 27, 2020 – Picture: Richard Walker
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A crucial social service in the Gladstone region is set to benefit from State Government funding to the tune of $124,000.
The funding for the Gladstone Neighbourhood Centre means it can continue to deliver vital services to the community.
Member for Gladstone Glenn Butcher said the centre was a cornerstone of the local community.
“It provides services and support to some of our most vulnerable residents,” Mr Butcher said.
“We are pleased that the Gladstone Regional Council will continue as the operator of the
neighbourhood centre, working in conjunction with other service providers and local support
services to deliver vital community and social supports to local people.