COUNCILLOR FOR WYNNUM MANLY WARD
LINDUM LEVEL CROSSING
It is great to see the Council, State and Federal Governments co-operating over the upgrade of the Lindum Level Crossing. The initial safety improvements works to be completed before end of the year will involve:
- Installation of a new median island on the northern approach to the intersection;
- Extension of the median island on Lindum Road; and
- New pavement and road line marking.
NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN THE AREA
A new Development Application for 29 units in a 9 storey building has been received by Council for 98 Berrima Street, Wynnum. It appears to comply with what the Neighbourhood Plan allows.
Meanwhile in Manly, the new unit complex at 191 Stratton Terrace is expected to start construction soon. There will be 43 apartments across four storeys. Parking in Manly will be more difficult as parking onsite will no longer be available.
SPORTING NEWS
Wynnum Manly Seagulls Intrust Super Cup fell agonisingly short of the Premiership again this season. Wynnum Manly lost the final 16-10 against Norths at Redcliffe. Wynnum have won Brisbane top grade Premierships on 6 occasions – 1982, 1984, 1986, 1995, 2011 and 2012. The last two were state-wide competitions. Wynnum Manly were runners up in 2019 and 2021. The competition was abandoned in 2020 due to COVID.
REPAIR CAFE
Repair Café is seeking FIXERS interested in repairing items to avoid them becoming landfill. If you are able to undertake small repairs on household items, please consider becoming a fixer. It is expected that the Repair Café will be open once a month on a Saturday or Sunday for 2-3 hours in February 2022. If you are interested in being involved or would like more information please email: [email protected] or contact Chris Lintott on 0413 619 047.
VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT TRAINING
I am pleased to let you know that Council are offering free training on the volunteer management cycle to interested community organisations and associations. This training is relevant for community groups, community organisations, including community gardens, Men’s & Women’s Sheds and anyone else who is involved in recruiting and retaining volunteers.
The local workshop is to be held on Monday, 22 November from 9am-4pm at the Wynnum Library, 145 Florence Street, Wynnum. Please note that due to the expected high demand for this workshop, Council are only able to allow 2 participants to attend per organisation. For more information on the Wynnum Library venue, contact Angie Rue, Community Development Co-Ordinator – East Region on 3178 5093 / 0403 670 115.
BRISBANE & REDLANDS REGION RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING NETWORK MEETING (RGNET)
Relationships Australia are proud to host this meeting which will be held on Tuesday, 9 November from 9.30am-11am. (Registration will open from 9am-9.30am) at the Wynnum Manly Leagues Club, 92 Wondall Road, Manly West. Guest speaker will be Dr Henry Bryan in a rare Q&A session. Dr Bryan has worked with people who have alcohol, drug and gambling problems for over 38 years. For more information and to register: email:[email protected]
CHRISTMAS CAKES
For some years, we have had the Lions Christmas Cakes and Puddings for sale. Christmas Cakes at $17 and Christmas Puddings at $13. However, this year, we will also be selling Rotary’s Traditional Rum & Brandy Fruit Cakes at $16.50 each, Traditional Steamed Puddings $17.50 and Traditional Baked Small Puddings (Pack of 4) for $7.50 per pack. All of these products are now on sale at my Ward Office. Please have correct money when purchasing.
LOCAL HANDCRAFTED CHRISTMAS EXPO / MARKET
Local artists and businesses will be showcasing their handcrafted pieces on Sunday, 14 November from 9am-2pm at the Manly Lota RSL, 184 Melville Terrace, Manly. Support and buy local for all your Christmas gifts. Bayside Beignets food truck will also be onsite.
EMAIL NEWSLETTER
You can receive my community newsletter by contacting my office with your email address. This is an informative e-newsletter that is sent out weekly with a guide to “What’s Happening” in the Wynnum Manly Ward. It lists community events, social activities and much more. Email me to subscribe at [email protected]
