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You Count! It’s Census Time.

Tonight's Census will provide the most comprehensive snapshot of the country and tell the story of how we are changing. It counts every household and every person in Australia. Census data is used to plan and deliver services across Australia. The Census isn’t just numbers, but what those numbers tell us – every stat tells a story. That’s why your participation is vital. Data collected in the Census helps governments, businesses, not-for-profit and community organisations across the country make informed decisions including education and health services, infrastructure and planning for regional and rural communities.

Jnr Sports Development Program QLD Round 1 Open

Each year GCAA provides support to local sports clubs and associations across Queensland. Applications for the Queensland Junior Sports Development Program are now open! If you’re a junior club, school or association near our Queensland coal operations you could be eligible for a grant up to $7,500. To find out more and to apply click here

Coronavirus Qld: South-east Queensland going into lockdown

Following news of six locally acquired cases of the Delta strain being reported in Queensland, Deputy Premier Steven Miles has announced 11 local government areas in south-east Queensland will go into lockdown.

Quarterly Pulse Survey Now Open

Did you know Local Voices is an ongoing survey series? You may have taken part in the initial 'anchor' survey that has now been completed, if not, don't worry its not too late to join! There are quarterly 'Pulse' surveys designed to track the issues identified as important in the 'anchor' survey, and how you feel about them over time AND are a great way for local community groups to continue raising funds with $5 donated for every 'pulse' survey completed! Learn more and take the Pulse Survey here.

Basic First Aid Program for children

The Tieri Local Ambulance Committee has posted an expression of interest post for a great opportunity: teaching our young children to respond to an emergency.

Coronavirus Qld: Premier reveals snap lockdown will be triggered by unlinked community transmission cases

Queenslanders are on the verge of another lockdown after a woman tested positive to the Delta variant, and now the Premier has revealed the wafer-thin threshold.

Tieri Golf Club Pro Am 2021

A fantastic tournament that consisted of two days with committed competitors and a well-presented course. Check out the photographs taken by Erin Beames.

Congratulations to the Glencore Smarty Grant Round 1 Recipients

Sports, Education and the Arts are all winners with the announcement of the Oaky Creek Coal Round One Smarty Grants recently awarded. Glencore's Environment & Community Advisor, Hannah Murphy advised that the next round of grants is now open for community groups and individuals to apply. "We aim to make a positive impact in the communities in which we operate, and are delighted to announce our Round One Smarty Grant recipients" Hannah said.

Car Washing for a good cause

Hands up if you find washing the car a tedious chore! Tieri locals are invited to 'feel like a star in a shinny new car' by taking part in the Tieri State School Car Wash fundraiser to be held outside Tieri Town Services from 8am on Sunday 20th June. For just $50 you can have the external wash, shammy dry and interior clean. Pre-Bookings can be made by emailing your name and contact number to pandc@tieriss.edu.au Lock it into your diary for this weekend and support the Tieri State School.