Media Releases

Burdekin’s 2025 Australia Day Awards Nominees

Published on 23 January 2025

Burdekin Shire Council is proud to announce the nominees for the 2025 Australia Day Awards, recognising outstanding contributions and achievements.

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Celebrate the 2025 Australia Day Awards

Published on 09 January 2025

The Burdekin Shire Council invites the community to join in the celebration of Australia Day 2025 at the Burdekin Theatre, Ayr, on Sunday 26 January 2025.

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Burdekin Tourism Wraps Up for 2024

Published on 16 January 2025

The Burdekin Shire’s Visitor Information Centres (VICs) in Ayr and Home Hill have closed the books on a successful 2024, welcoming over 11,000 visitors to the region over 360 days of operation.

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Council is ‘Open for Business’

Published on 30 January 2025

Burdekin Shire Council is pleased to announce that it is reinforcing its commitment to supporting local developers, property owners, and community members with dedicated, face-to-face consultation opportunities.

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Burdekin Shire Council Welcomes Dr. Robert McGregor as Australia Day A

Published on 17 January 2025

Burdekin Shire Council is delighted to announce Dr. Robert (Bob) McGregor as our Ambassador for the 2025 Australia Day Awards Ceremony.

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Burdekin Shire Council Celebrates Australia Day Award Recipients

Published on 26 January 2025

Burdekin Shire Council is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Australia Day Awards who have made significant contributions to our community.

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Introducing ‘Prepared Pete’ - Burdekin Shire’s New Disaster Mascot

Published on 05 December 2024

Burdekin Shire Council is excited to announce the winner of the Mascot Naming Competition.

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Mayor spreads festive cheer to those in need

Published on 19 December 2024

Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort has proudly delivered the first-ever Mayor’s Christmas Tree Appeal donations to the Burdekin Community Association (BCA), marking the start of a new tradition in the Shire.

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Local Disaster Management Group has moved to Stand Up

Published on 20 December 2024

The Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) has moved to stand up today in response to the significant flooding forecast for the Giru area.

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Christmas Trading Hours

Published on 13 December 2024

Burdekin Shire Council is reminding residents and businesses of the upcoming changes to trading hours over the Christmas and New Year period.

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