Mudjimba
YOU may have noticed the new township entry statement signage in Mudjimba that encourages locals and visitors to slow down. New signs and road markings have been placed along Mudjimba Esplanade and Ocean Drive approaching the built-up areas. Residential areas often have children playing, people walking dogs or cyclists sharing the road. At 50 km/h, a driver has more time to react to unexpected movements, significantly reducing the risk of serious injury or death in a collision. Please adhere to the advice and slow down – it could save a life.
Major Grants
The latest round of Council’s major grant funding attracted a record-breaking 170 applications applying for up to $15,000 for community group projects and $30,000 for infrastructure projects.
I’m happy to announce that seven recipients are from Division 8, including Coastal Community Native Nursery Inc, North Shore Community Centre Inc., and Sunshine Coast Rowing Club, who are just some of the groups receiving funds for much-needed upgrades, events and equipment.
Community groups and not-for-profits are the beating hearts of our region, and Council is proud to support them. For the full list of recipients and to learn more about grant programs and funding opportunities for community organisations, please visit www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/grants.
Local funding
In addition to Council supporting our community through major and minor grants programs, locally I’ve helped support numerous community organisations and sporting clubs throughout the year with discretionary funding. Recently, this has included providing funding to:
*North Shore Football Club to purchase new soccer nets.
*Twin Waters Residents’ Association to help run a community social event.
*Mudjimba Residents’ Association to contribute towards the costs of the recent movie night in Power Memorial Park.
*Mudjimba Community Garden to purchase a rainwater tank.
If your community group has a project or event that needs support, please get in touch with my office to see if we can help.
National Volunteer Week
This week is National Volunteer Week, and it’s an opportunity to acknowledge the many big-hearted volunteers who contribute towards our vibrant region. From the volunteers at Coolum Meals on Wheels, to our BushCare volunteers who care for our environmental spaces and the smiling volunteers behind the bar at Mudjimba RSL Sub-Branch, there are so many people who make a difference. Thank you for your ongoing service and passion to help others.
Keeping you connected
Please keep an eye on my Facebook page for the latest Division 8 news and information by searching ‘Councillor Taylor Bunnag – Division 8, Sunshine Coast Regional Council’.
Cheers, Cr Taylor Bunnag, Division 8