I could not be more proud of the hard work and diligence that went into the Council making this decision. I look forward to the completion of many more km in the coming months and the opportunities it will provide for our rural sector.

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Absolutely fantastic to see David Littleproud MP, Scott Buchholz MP and Senator James McGrath at WQAC talking about the federal government’s partnership with local councils and the feds investment in our roads and communities. Not ScoMo Balonne Shire Council #wqldcouncils

Proud to have been a part of it. Thanks to our generous hosts. Longreach Region #WQAC2020

Proud moment to represent Balonne Shire Council and SWLGA as their chair at the inaugural meeting of WQAC. Great strength in rural and remote councils working together to get outcomes for our communities. #wqac2020

Great to see the beginning of some solutions for our farmers. We’ve been calling on the state government for weeks to work with us, and not against essential agriculture Local Government Association of Queensland AgForce Queensland David Littleproud MP Ann Leahy

Waterbombing played a critical role at Peregian, Sarabah, Stanthorpe and Pechey last year. That’s why we started planning for the acquisition of our very own aircraft early on in last year’s season. #bushfires

Great afternoon with usqedu and we look forward to further collaboration in our future!

Great to catch up with local member Ann Leahy and Mayor Shaun (Zoro) Radnedge and DM Peter Alexander at the LGAQ Conference about the challenges of rural and remote communities. @swqroc #auspol Balonne Shire Council

Thanks to our city counterpart supporting rural drought affected communities with a great auction for the long drive for the drought. #lgaq #longdriveforthedrought Peak Services Balonne Shire Council

Great to hear both the Minister for Local Government Stirling Hinchliffe and Shadow Minister Ann Leahy answer the hard questions about issues that affect our sector at the LGAQ Conference. Balonne Shire Council @swqroc

Today is the last Council meeting for 2020, and our Councillors and staff are getting in to the festive spirit! As we celebrate making it through a challenging year, Council wishes all Balonne Shire resident a merry Christmas and a happy, prosperous new year.

Fantastic opportunity today to catch up with some of Australia’s top Politicians and raise issues for our communities. Thanks for visiting the SW. @swqroc Balonne Shire Council Not ScoMo David Littleproud MP Scott Buchholz MP Michael McCormack

Great to talk all things transport for SW and Balonne with Minister Bailey this morning. Regional roads funding is critical to our region and the valuable agriculture, families and industries that are located here.

Been an absolute cracker of an assembly#WQAC2021. Honor to facilitate the first session on regions on the rise and astounding the great discussion that confirmed that you should #moveformore @swqroc Balonne Shire Council Mayor Shaun (Zoro) Radnedge

Absolute honor to be acknowledged in this way yesterday. Bush women batting above their weight in community and business. Congratulations to all the other winners! Sally Rigney Julia Spicer

Great discussions about the need for quality housing in Western Qld. Solutions require all levels of government to collaborate to progress the livability and success of local government areas that are significantly contributing to the ongoing economic success of our state #auspo

Always great to hear Bernard Salt. Particularly interesting to hear what the future will hold for Qld as we recover from the Covid pandemic. Looking forward to the Vespa coming to Qld and assisting us to grow our population in Balonne. Balonne Shire Council @swqroc Local Government Association of Queensland #investswq

Reminder to all Queenslanders that we need to brush up our behaviors and remember to check in, use good hand sanitization and socially distance. We have been so lucky to live life as normally as possible but the next few weeks and months will look quite different.

So proud of the awesome work our staff and volunteers at the Balonne Visitor Centre do. Congratulations on the award tonight Queensland Tourism Industry Council Awards. Go Balonne Shire Council! Outback Queensland Tourism Association @swqroc