ROSS VASTA MP, FEDERAL MEMBER FOR BONNER
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas Bonner! It’s a busy time of year, so why not spread some extra joy, by shopping local? We have a variety of small businesses across Bonner… butchers for your ham, toy stores for gifts, as well as cafes and speciality stores. The breadth of businesses across Bonner is a testament to the passion, skill, and determination of our community. Having run a small business, I understand the grit and resilience it takes. Currently, owners are also doing it tough throughout this cost-of-living crisis. Let’s support local this holiday season! Also, keep an eye on my social media for my ‘12 Days of Small Business’, as we countdown 12 small businesses in Bonner to support these Christmas holidays.
Get involved with B4C!
Bonner is an area full of rich biodiversity and natural beauty, so it is important we care for our home. The Bulimba Creek Catchment Committee (B4C) is dedicated to protecting, restoring, and maintaining the Bulimba Creek catchment. Since starting in 1977, the group has made an outstanding contribution to our community through their preservation services, landcare research, community engagement, and reporting. To get involved, you can shop their online store, donate to the fund, or contact their office. B4C is a great team, and I look forward to continuing our partnership into the future.
The Brightest STARS in Bonner!
Oh, what a night! My Bonner Bright Star Awards recognised some truly outstanding people in our community who have incredible personal achievements and have given back to our local community. The excellence and dedication on display was truly inspiring. I had a record number of nominations, so it was hard to narrow the selection to just one winner per category.
Congratulations to this year’s winners!
- Arts Person the Year: Winner: Jacob Cavanough. Runner Up: Alessia Lily Monteverde.
- Student of the Year: Jasmin Lane. Runner Up: MBC student Jessica Hawkins.
- Small Business of the Year: ‘The Nurso’. Runner Up: Bayside Dance.
- Community Group of the Year: St Pete’s Pantry. Runner Up: Darling Point Special School P&C.
- Young Community Person of the Year: Eloise Brown. Runner Up: Sebastien Roy-Bryant.
- The Sports Person of the Year category was so competitive that I had to crown two winners… congratulations to Matthew Bielenberg and Natascha Tennent.
- Community Person of the Year: Cleone Ladlow from Bayside United FC. Runner Up: Steve Fumberger from Wynnum Vikings.
Congratulations to everyone who was nominated! Make sure to keep an eye out for when for next year’s nominations open.
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