Tieri News

Staying connected while being physically apart: wellbeing in the time of social distancing.

During the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we’re asking you to, where possible, avoid contact with people who don’t live in your household. This will prevent the spread of germs; help stop people from getting sick and it will save lives. We expect this to be hard - it’s hard for all of us. But it’s the right thing to do at this time. We also know that feeling socially isolated can impact your mental wellbeing. It can make people feel sad, anxious, lonely and depressed. We want to make sure that during this time, you have ways to stay connected to your family, friends and community, even if you can’t see them in person.

2020 Local Government Elections

Queensland’s next local government quadrennial elections will be held on Saturday, 28 March 2020. Elections will be held for mayors and councillors across Queensland's 77 councils. Learn more about polling booth locations for election day, Saturday 28th March 2020 as well as early voting dates and locations and opening times.

What you need to know about Coronavirus

The World Health Organization has announced that COVID-19 is a pandemic. Find out how we are monitoring and responding to the outbreak, how you can help slow the spread of COVID-19 in Australia, and what to do if you have symptoms. The situation is changing rapidly, stay up to date with the latest information and steps being taken to slow the spread on the Australian Department of Health website.

A big thanks to our local volunteer fire fighters

Like all Australians, Glencore has been deeply saddened to see the destruction caused by the current bushfires and the catastrophic impacts on many families, communities and wildlife across the country. On top of donations made by Glencore to BlazeAid, Aussie Ark and NSW Rural Fire Service - who play a vital role in bushfire preparation, response and recovery we also passed the hat around at a recent BBQ and have donated the $664.30 proceeds to the local fire auxiliary of the Tieri Fire Brigade who have travelled to other parts of Australia to help combat this extraordinary fire season, the support of our local volunteer fire fighters has been crucial in able to help many communities in their time of need.

Australia Day Photo Competition

The Central Highlands Regional Council is running a special Australia Day, Youth Photo contest. Australia day, 26 January, is the day to reflect on what it means to be Australian, to celebrate contemporary Australia and to acknowledge our history. Entries are open to all young people aged between 10 and 25 who live within the Central Highlands. Simply upload a picture along with a few words on what it means to you to be Australian. The photo with the most votes wins and will be announced on 28th January 2020 @5pm. For further information on how to enter click below.

Tieri News – December 2019

Welcome to the final issue of the Tieri News for 2019, what a big year it has been. We'd like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe and Merry Christmas & a prosperous New Year. In this issue you can read more about the CSIRO's world first 'Flameproof' 3D laser scanning device (ExScan) that is currently being trialled by Glencore at Oaky Creek. Find out about the Tieri State School 2019 wrap up as well as important dates for the 2020 school year. Plus refresh yourself on the services and activities provided for the community at the Tieri Family & Child Health Centre.

Tieri State School – 2019 It’s a wrap.

Principal Jennifer Farquhar greeted students and family of the Tieri State School last night to wrap up what has been a great year for the school. Here at Tieri SS, we are fortunate to have all three things that make a great school, Community, Students and Staff and "Together as a community, we can Inspire a love of learning, so students can Excel and experience success, as they Reach their full potential, and Imagine any future they wish to be a reality." You can read Principal Farquhar's full address to here.

#itsinthebag Christmas Charity Drive

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! That means it’s time to grab a handbag you don’t use much these days and fill it with goodies for a woman or girl experiencing homelessness or poverty this Christmas. You can help a woman doing it tough this festive season, it’s so simple and it will make a big difference in a woman’s life. First of all, choose a handbag in good condition that you no longer use. Then, fill it with items that would make a woman feel special, pop in a thoughtful note or Christmas card.

What do you know about Fire Safety?

The Rural Fire Service and the Tieri Fire Brigade are committed to creating and improving the safety and resilience of Queensland Communities; however, they need your help. To improve your safety, you need to be well-informed about the dangers posed by fire in your own environment – at home, at work and at play.