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Merry Christmas from your council

Come celebrate Christmas in style

the Moreton Bay Region

an even better place to

live, work and play.

Council appreciates your

input and involvement in

our programs and we look

forward to celebrating this

special time of year with

you and your loved ones

at one of the Moreton Bay

Region’s many upcoming

Christmas events.

Mayor Allan Sutherland, Councillors and staff of Moreton Bay Regional Council wish all residents and visitors to the region a very happy and safe Christmas.During the past 12 months council has worked closely with residents and community groups on a wide range of local projects and initiatives to help make

Three free major Christmas celebrations will be held at Caboolture, Redcliffe and Strathpine, with plenty of family entertainment including Santa, fireworks and carols.

As Moreton Bay Region gears up to celebrate Christmas, Caboolture’s brand new cultural facility, the Hub, will open its doors.

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Local youth can hone their boarding skills over the summer holidays at a new skate park in Alice Street, Donnybrook. Council is also planning an upgrade to the playground along Toorbul Esplanade (near the boat ramp) with new pathways, shelters and playground equipment.

Division 2

A sculpture is being installed at Beachmere, overlooking Deception Bay at the end of Main Street. The four-metre tall twisted steel sculpture, Oxygex, draws its inspiration from its beachside surroundings and will complement beautification works already completed in the town’s community recreation areas.

Division 3

New lighting and footpaths have now been installed along Norfolk Esplanade at Caboolture, on the southern side of the Caboolture River. More lighting work is planned for the nearby car park. On the northern side of Caboolture River, Esme Street is now much smoother since about 500 metres of the street and its adjoining car parks received a new asphalt surface.

Division 4

The picnic area at Osprey House Environment Centre is getting a facelift, which should be finished in time for Christmas, weather permitting. The centre at Dohles Rocks Road, Griffin, will receive new picnic tables, stone walls, seating, pathways and landscaping.

Division 5

Improvements to Scarborough Beach Park are set to be finished by Christmas. New playground equipment, picnic shelters and pathways will be installed and the car park upgraded.

Division 6

A seat in the shape of the old Hornibrook Bridge is being commissioned as part of Redcliffe Museum’s 10th birthday celebrations. Council has drawn up plans for the seat, which will use timber from the old bridge and feature replica pylons at either end. When completed, the 3.5 metre long seat will become a fixture at the museum.

Division 7

Sweeney Reserve at Petrie, which was damaged in the January floods, is now open. Council has carried out some minor repair work on the park’s internal road and picnic area. New bins have been installed and a off-leash dog area has been temporarily fenced ahead of the holiday season.

Division 8

Council is planning to replace the footbridge across Four Mile Creek at Gympie Road next year. The new footbridge will improve safety for students who access the nearby Pine Rivers High School.

Division 9

Council is replacing playground equipment at Lang Park (Hedge Street, Strathpine) and John Leitch Memorial Park, (Max Court, Albany Creek). As part of the planned replacement, council is asking residents for their feedback so the new equipment meets the needs of local children.

Division 10

The Cabbage Tree Creek bikeway and footpath will soon help link Ferny Hills to Everton Hills. Council is currently working on three sections of bikeway – a 285-metre path from Francis Road to behind Bunya Road linking Everton Hills to Arana Hills, and two smaller sections near John Street and Cabrilla Street. When complete they will create a continuous 6.5 kilometre path featuring three tunnels, creek crossings, seats for rest stops and connections to two neighbourhood shopping centres.

Division 11

Both lanes of Mt Nebo Road, near Jollys Lookout, are open now that council has completed the majority of repair work following damage caused in the January floods. Council is now working on some additional rockfall protection measures in the area.

Division 12

Road rehabilitation work was recently completed at Bartholomew Road, Alcock Road and Mansfield Road at Elimbah; and Anderson Road, Morayfield. Similar work is now under way in Clark Road and Robbs Road at Morayfield.

Moreton Bay Regional Council is building the infrastructure our community needs to grow.

Here’s a snapshot of some of the projects under construction or recently completed in your neighbourhood.

Capital works around the Moreton Bay Region

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Pine Rivers Park, at Gympie Road, will provide the perfect setting for an evening of family entertainment, featuring singing sensation Anthony Callea and local groups Starz Production team, PRIMA and PRIME.

Local community groups

and businesses will create

a magical Tinsel-A-Tree

display and proceeds

raised through the tree

decorating competition

will be donated to local

community groups and

charities.

There will be plenty of

rides and activities for

children, food stalls and

markets and a spectacular

Christmas Crackers

fireworks show wrapping

up celebrations at 9pm.

Region wide Christmas festivals

Festivities at Scarborough Beach Park at Landsborough Avenue will kick off with markets at midday and continue until 8pm when the skies light up with fireworks.

The traditional Christmas parade will travel along Landsborough Avenue

from 4.30pm, ahead of the Twelve Days of Christmas pantomime at the parklands. Other entertainment includes an Elvis impersonator singing Christmas carols, local choirs and Scarborough’s own Australian Idol star Chrislyn Hamilton (pictured).

From 5pm to 7pm on Friday, 9 December, you’re invited to explore the new building and its library, art gallery, creative studios and learning and business centre.

There will be free rides and activities in Town Square from 5pm and fantastic stage entertainment.

Residents can join in some carol singing with the Combined Churches of Caboolture. Special guest is British entertainer Barratt Waugh. An interactive nativity display will feature baby animals. Fireworks will light up the sky about 7.45pm, before outdoor movie - Jingle All the Way

- is shown on a big screen.

Food and drinks will be

sold onsite, or you can

bring your own evening

picnic. Remember a

blanket or fold up chairs

to make the evening more

comfortable.

Organisers are gearing up to make the 2012 Urban Country Music Festival, on 4 to 7 May, the best yet.

Major artists will be announced in January, but country music diehards can get in early to claim one of only 500 discounted tickets on sale from December 1 by visiting www.urbancountry.com.au

To keep up to date with all Urban Country news, subscribe through the website to the festival’s e-newsletter or follow the festival on Facebook.

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Strathpine will be first to party with Christmas in the Park, from 5pm to 9pm on Saturday, 26 November.

Saturday, 3 December, is Redcliffe’s turn with Christmas by the Sea.

Caboolture’s Christmas Under the Stars celebrations will take on an extra special significance this year with the opening of the Caboolture Hub.

Opening week activities

Community opening: 9 December, 5pm to 7pm

Come along and explore your new Caboolture Hub.

Landmark Exhibition: 9 December to 19 February, 2012Featuring works by some of Australia’s greatest artists.

Food for Thought end of year dinner: 14 December, 6pmBook at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/culturalheart

Region wide

4 The events listed are proudly supported by Moreton Bay Regional Council.

Event Bookings phone 3205 0555 or visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/events

26 November, 2pm – 5pmMusic @ DonnybrookDonnybrook Community Hall, Cnr Edith and Alice Sts, DonnybrookJoin the Donnybrook community for an afternoon of music showcasing local school talent. Enjoy a free sausage sizzle. BYO chair or picnic rug.

26 November and 27 NovemberRedcliffe Seaside Village Grand Opening CelebrationsTwo days of celebrations. Redcliffe Parade and Sutton Street, Redcliffe.

For full details see www.redcliffeseasidevillage.com.au/

26 November, from 7.30pmFire Show and Fireworks Spectacular

26 November, from 8pmStreet DiscoFree entry.

27 November, 9am - 4pmSunday CarnivalFeaturing rides and amusements, markets, live music and entertainment and street art.

26 November – 11 December, 9am - 9pmRedcliffe Seaside Ice RinkCharlish Park, Redcliffe90 minute sessions Adults $16, Children $13, Boot hire $3.

Further details and bookings www.starsonice.com.au

26 November, 5pm – 9pmChristmas in the ParkPine Rivers Park, Gympie Road, StrathpineAnthony Callea will headline the concert. See page 3 for details.

3 December, 12.00pm - 8pmChristmas By The SeaScarborough Beach Parklands Landsborough Avenue, ScarboroughSee page 3 for details.

9 December, 5pm – 9.30pmChristmas Under the Stars and Caboolture Hub community opening. Caboolture Town Square, King Street, CabooltureSee page 3 for details.

Bribie Island Seaside Museum 1 South Esplanade, BongareeOpen Thursday & Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am to 3pm Free admission. Phone 3408 0007.

Until 11 DecemberHammer Axe Needle: contemporary crafts using skills of the past

30 November, 11amChildren’s Literature

Book at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/culturalheart and follow the links to Food for Thought. Art Group Gallery.

Caboolture Historical Village Beerburrum Rd, Caboolture Open daily 9.30am to 3.30pm Adults $15, concession $9.90, children (5-12) $5, Under 5s free. Phone: 5495 4581 or visit www.historicalvillage.com.auWedding and function venues for hire Pine Rivers Art Gallery 199 Gympie Rd, Strathpine. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm For bookings and enquiries phone 3480 6941. For more details see www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/pinerivers-gallery 30 November - 21 January Forever YoungYoung artists from the region celebrate youth culture.Includes an extensive range of art activities for children.

Pine Rivers Heritage Museum Old Petrie Town, Dayboro Rd, Whiteside

Phone 3285 7213. Free admission. www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/pinerivers-museum

Until 29 JanuaryHow to Make a Monster: the art & technology of animatronics

Features the brilliant works of John Cox’s Creature Workshop - gorillas, snowmen and mermaids from storyboard to moving movie monsters.

Redcliffe City Art Gallery 470– 476 Oxley Ave, Redcliffe Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm Phone 3283 0415. Free admission. Bookings are essential for kids club and workshops. Free children’s activities daily.

28 November – 10 DecemberFour Seasons

Exhibition by The Redcliffe Pottery Group and the Monday Art Group in the Foyer.

1 December – 24 DecemberAltered States - a survey of the works of Russell Craig

Each year the gallery focuses on a notable artist who has works in the Moreton Bay Region Art Collection.

3 December, 11.30amOpening - Altered States and Four Seasons

7 December, 10.30amArtist talk by Russell Craig

4 - 28 JanuaryAn exhibition by four women artists Debra Russell, Ann O’Connor, Tricia Reust and Karike Ashworth

4 January, 6pmOpening - An Exhibition by Four Women

Redcliffe Museum 75 Anzac Ave, Redcliffe Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm Phone 3883 1898 Until 4 DecemberRedcliffe Treasures - The Significance of a Good StoryThe exhibition will highlight the more significantitemsinthemuseum’scollection and help celebrate the Redcliffe Museum’s 10th Birthday.

7 December – 26 February Up the CoastUp the Coast looks back at the history of some of our favourite coastal destinations, along the Queensland southern coast, from the 19th century to today.

7 December, 10amUp the Coast Exhibition Opening event and seminar

Caboolture R egional A rt G allery The Caboolture Hub 4, Hasking Street, Caboolture Phone 5433 3700

9 December - 19 February 2012Landmark Exhibition

Artworks by some of Australia’s greatest artists.

Woodford Community Museum & Arts Centre 109 Archer Street, Woodford Art Group Gallery Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and every third Sunday, 10am to 3pmPhone 5496 1247 woodfordartgroup@gmail.com

Woodford Historical Society Inc. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and every third Sunday, 10am to 3pmPhone Ron on 5496 1092 or Shirley on 5496 1389 woodfordhistoricalsociety@hotmail.com

Redcliffe Cultural CentreDowns Street, RedcliffeBookings: 3283 0407www.redcliffeculturalcentre.com.au

9 December, 5pm – 7pmCaboolture Hub Community Opening. Caboolture Town Square, King Street, CabooltureWhilst you are enjoying Christmas Under the Stars, come and explore the new library, art gallery, learning and business centre and creative spaces.

9 - 20 January 2012SHAFT (Super Holiday Activities for Teenagers) ProgramBook your teen in for school holiday fun with the SHAFT Program. Open to students who reside or attend high school in the Moreton Bay region in 2012. Booking requests open 9am Wednesday 7 December and close 5pm Friday 16 December. Bookings are essential and for more information visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/schoolholidayfun

14 December, 6pmFood for Thought - End of year dinnerBook at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/culturalheart and follow the links to Food for Thought.

Artisans Guild of Caboolture & DistrictCommunity Centre, corner of Old Bay Road and Maitland Street Burpengary.

Open Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm, Saturday 9am to 1pm. Closed 23 December to 16 January, 2012

DecemberArt Student exhibitionPh: 3888 6333

Members Exhibition Art classes call 5498 8331. Water colour classes call 3888 2262. Bribie Island Community Arts CentreSunderland Dr, Banksia BeachOpen Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm Phone 3408 9288 Until 4 DecemberClay Creations competition & exhibition

5 - 22 DecemberArt Tarts exhibition

27 December 2011 – 31 January 2012Insight: The Hermannsburg Potters Collection of the Moreton Bay Region

For the latest in arts and culture see www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/culturalheart

5For more events visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Throughout Moreton Bay RegionMash It Up film workshops!Between 12 & 25? Sign up now for freefilmworkshopsatCaboolture,Redcliffe and Strathpine Libraries www.myspace.com/mashitup_filmfest.

Summer Reading Club: The Amazing Read!1 December to 22 JanuaryWant the chance to win an iPad, iPod Touch, DSI bundle or V-tech toy? Then join The Amazing Read this summer holiday online at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/readon.

eLibraryDon’t know you ‘e’ from your elbow? Free workshops on “Discovering the eLibrary: an introduction to eBooks and eAudio”. Learn to download, read and listen to books on your device like a pro.

Smith Family Christmas Wishing Well AppealDonate a new book or gold coin until 2 December at any library and make a child’s Christmas.

Albany CreekBookings required 3264 5267

13 to 19 December, 2 sessions dailyChocolate Christmas Tree CraftSweet Christmas Craft for 15 years and over. Cost: $5.

13, 14 & 16 December Various Times Christmas @ The LibraryChildren’s Christmas Craft. Ages: 7 to 12 years.

Arana Hills Bookings required 3351 3401

6 December, 10am to 11amAdults Christmas Craft Make a Christmas brooch and beaded angel. 15 & 22 December 10am to 11amKids Christmas Craft

Bribie IslandBookings required 3408 1388 13 December, 10am to 11amHeart Health for SeniorsHeart Foundation presentation on general heart health, nutrition and exercise.23 December 10am to 10.45amSpecial Christmas StorytimeStorytime, craft, morning tea and a surprise visitor.

BurpengaryBookings required 3888 5366

21 December 10.30am to 11amSpecial Christmas Storytime

6 January, 11am to 11.45am“Reading is magic” – Magic Show Summer Reading Club, Keep Reading party. Caboolture Bookings required 5433 2052

11 December, 1pm to 3pmBoats on the BayBook launch celebrating the Koopa Centenary by historian Pat Gee. 14 December, 10.30am to 12.30pm4 IngredientsLearn more about this cooking phenomenon.

15 December, 10am to 11amFinding your FamilyIntroduction to your family history.5 January, 2.30pm to 4.30pmMash It Up: Theatrical Make UpNot just for girls. Special effects with TV make up artist Jenny Drever.6 January, 2.30pm to 4.30pmMash It Up: Computer AnimationStart your journey to Matt Groening-style fame and fortune. Deception Bay Bookings required 3203 1094 26 November, 10am to 11.30amCaravanning Hints and TipsBest campsites for budget holidays.

NarangbaBookings required 3385 5555

14 & 21 December, Various TimesSanta’s Kitchen Craft Festive treats and craft for kids. Ages 7 and older. 16 December, 11am to 11.45amAn Aussie Night Before Christmas Storytime Strathpine Bookings required 3480 669821 December, 10.30am to 11.30amSummer PartyJoin in the Summer Party . Ages: 6-10 years22 December, 10am to 4,30pmGames DayXbox, Wii & Big Games all day.

Find out what is happening at your local library by visiting www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libaries

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30 November, 10.30am & 1pmThe Mayor’s Christmas ConcertFeaturing The Australian Army BandShow & Devonshire tea packages available

1 December, 7.30pmCharmaine Wilson – Spirit WhispersWinner of Channel Seven’s ‘The One’ (patrons must be 16+). Buffet dinner available.

2 December, 10amDorothy The Dinosaur’s Rockin’ Christmas!

11 December, 2pmRedcliffe City Orchestra – Christmas Concert 2011

17 December, 11am & 7.30pmChristopher Wayne – A Very Magic Christmas

25 November - 21 DecemberStage Door GalleryNorfolk Lakes Art Group Exhibition Opening: 25 November, 6.30pm

Cue RestaurantBookings preferred, walk-ins welcome. A/hrs phone 3283 0444 Every Wednesday in October & November (except 2 November) from 5.30pm

30 November, 7, 14 DecemberFrom 5.30pmReef’n’Beef & Barra Nights

16 December, 6pmSeafood Buffet NightAll you can eat. Bookings before 13 December.

18 December, 12.30pmHigh Tea

Markets and recycled goods

With Christmas fast approaching and a Presentlisttofill,atripto the markets may help youfindthatspecialgift.

Most of the Moreton Bay Region’s markets provide entertainment as well, so make it a day out for the family. From the traditional to the quirky, bargains can be found for everyone.

Details of local markets can be found by typing markets into the search engine of council’s website www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Another great place to pick

up a bargain – and also breathe some new life into a pre-loved item – is at one of council’s treasure markets.

A wide range of goods at bargain prices is usually

available at council’s two treasure markets at the Dakabin and Caboolture Resource Recovery and Waste Management facilities, open Friday to Sunday 8am to 1pm.

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Green light for Burpengary intersection Bridge works at DayboroBurpengary commuters are now benefiting from the completion of the upgrade to the intersection of Uhlmann and Buckley Roads.

The $3 million project has improved safety with

additional traffic signals

and new street lighting.

Work also involved

relocating electricity, phone

lines and water services

underground.

Council thanks residents

and road users for their

patience while this major

project was constructed.

Preliminary work is about to start on the replacement of the Williams Street Bridge in the heart of Dayboro.

The existing bridge is

nearing the end of its

useful life and council has

arranged for the relocation

of telecommunications, electricity and water services with relevant agencies.

The preliminary work, which is expected to begin early next year, will make way for the construction of the new $1.5 million crossing (pictured) in mid 2012.

AJ Wyllie bridge progress

The flash flooding in January 2011 caused considerable damage to the bridge which crosses the Pine River.

The reconstruction project will be carried out by the State Government’s Department of Main Roads, which is responsible for the bridge.

Council looks forward

to the completion of the

project and appreciates

the patience of residents

affected due to the

bridge’s reduced capacity.

Variable message signs

are being used in both

directions to advise

motorists of changes to

traffic conditions.

The State Government is expected to begin work early next year on the construction of the new northbound section of the AJ Wyllie Bridge at Gympie Road, Petrie.

Work has begun on a $300,000 project to repair bank erosion at Beachmere Lake on Biggs Avenue at Beachmere.

Timber retaining walls will

be repaired or replaced

as part of the project. The

work follows the installation

earlier this year of water

aerators as well as a

monitoring study of the tidal

exchange system in the

lake.

The improvements will help

ensure the lake remains

an important community

recreational space as well

as a habitat for fish.

Council is investigating what kind of community centre would best serve The Hills District over the next 20 years.

The need for a new centre was highlighted in a region-wide study into what community infrastructure would be necessary by

2031 to serve the region’s

growing population.

The Hills District is

predicted to increase to

up to 25,000 residents

by 2031, and while the

existing Dawson Parade

Hall serves current needs,

an additional centre will

help accommodate the

future needs of a larger

community.

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Summer safetyCheck off the following items and you’ll be well on your way to being prepared for a safer summer.

• Signed up for MoretonAlert. The new council alert system provides residents with text message, voice message, email, internet and social media alerts about local flooding events during natural disasters and major North Pine Dam releases. Registration is free and can be done online at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/MoretonAlert

• A fully charged battery operated radio which receives 612 ABC radio, 101.5FM or 99.7FM so you can keep up to date on potential road closures, evacuation centres and other important information

• An emergency kit in a safe, accessible location that contains a battery operated torch and radio and a supply of fresh batteries, a first aid kit, candles and waterproof matches, a waterproof bag for valuables and important documents, and an emergency contact list. A big plastic container with a sealing lid makes an ideal

emergency kit holder.

• Family members knowing safe evacuation plans that include the family pets

• A list of emergency contacts where every member of the family can see them

• Leaves and rubbish cleaned out of gutters and downpipes

• A clean yard with loose items secured and waste taken to the tip

• All potential mosquito breeding sites checked for ponded water and emptied. Don’t forget to check flower

pots, old tyres, palm fronds and tarpaulins over boats

• Tree branches trimmed so they are away from the house

For more hints on how you can prepare for emergencies visit council’s new Disaster Management webpage at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/disaster

Check your readiness for storm season with a quick online survey - the Disaster Re adine ss Index. Visi t www.emergencyvolunteering.com.au/home/knowledge/readiness-index

New fire laws for Moreton Bay RegionRegion-wide local laws about lighting fires are now in place.

While you can have a properly prepared barbecue, fires should not be lit in the open if you are on a suburban house block (any allotment less than 3001 square metres).

Fires can be lit from 7am until dusk on properties larger than 3001 square metres if the material being burnt is under two metres long, wide or tall and the fire is at least 6 metres from every property boundary and dwelling.

Residents proposing to light a fire must advise all neighbours and a responsible person must be in attendance until the fire is extinguished. Fires should never create a smoke nuisance.

Larger fires will require a permit from your local QFRS fire warden. There are Fire Danger Periods which restrict the lighting of fires,

and during those periods, permits are required. More information about Fire Danger Periods may be found at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au

As an alternative to burning, residents may dispose of green waste of up to three cubic metres per load at no charge at council’s transfer

stations and landfill sites.

Emergency contact numbers

Emergency 000(police, ambulance, fire)

SES 132 500(State Emergency Service)

Energex 13 62 62

Council 3205 0555(report fallen trees, road closures and local flooding)

www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Dakabin Pound and Stockyard (RSPCA)Goodwin Road, DakabinPhone: (07) 3886 0357

Operating hours:• Monday to Friday,

8.30am - 4.30pm• Saturday & Sunday,

9.00am - 4.00pm • Closed Public Holidays 25,

26 & 27 December 2011 and 1 & 2 January 2012.

Redcliffe Peninsula Animal AidDuffield Road, ClontarfPhone: (07) 3284 1927

Open with limited operating hours between Sunday, 25 December and Monday, 2 January 2012. Normal operating hours apply from Tuesday, 3 J anuary, 2 012.

All found animals will be located at either Dakabin RSPCA or Peninsula Animal Aid. After hours please call 3205 0555.

Caboolture Regional Art GalleryClosed from 1pm, 24 December, reopens 3 January.

Pine Rivers Art GalleryClosed from 4pm, 23 December, reopens 3 January.

Redcliffe City Art Gallery Closed from 1pm, 24 December, reopens 3 January.

Bribie Island Seaside MuseumClosed from 1pm, 24 December, reopens 28, 29 & 30 December.

Closed 31 December and New Years Day, reopens 3 January.

Pine Rivers Heritage MuseumClosed from 1pm, 24 December, reopens 3 January.

Redcliffe MuseumClosed from 1pm, 24 December, reopens 3 January.

Redcliffe Cultural CentreClosed from 3pm, 23 December, reopens 3 January.

Christmas Closures

Caboolture, Redcliffe and Strathpine closed from 3pm Friday, 23 December and reopen Tuesday, 3 January, 2012 at 8.30am.

Biralee Child Care Centre

Closed from 6pm, 23 December,

reopens 7am, 9 January.

Pine Rivers Family Day Care

Closed from 3pm, 23 December, reopens 3 January.

Pine Rivers centre-based respite care and allied healthClosed from 5pm, 20 December, reopens 9 January.

(In-home respite care, social support and personal care will continue over the holiday period)

Pine Rivers Community Assisted Transport ServiceClosed from 4pm, 22 December, reopens 8.30am, 9 January.

Pine Rivers Disability Services Last service 3pm, 16 December, resuming 7.30am, 9 January.

(Summer respite program commences 12 December and will continue over the holiday period).

Pine Rivers Home Assist Secure Closed from 12noon, 23 December, resuming 7.30am, 9 January.

CREEC Environmental Centre150 Rowley Road, Burpengary Closed from 4pm, 23 December, reopens 8am, 3 January

Osprey HouseDohlesRocksRoad,GriffinClosed from 4pm, 22 December, reopens 10am, 3 January

Kumbartcho Sanctuary15 Bunya Pine Court, Eatons Hill Closed from 12noon, 24 December, reopens 9am, 10 January

Friday 23 December 2011 All libraries will close at 3pm

All libraries closed Saturday 24, Sunday 25, Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 December 2011

Wednesday 28, Thursday 29 and Friday 30 December 2011 Albany Creek, Arana Hills, Bribie Island, Caboolture, North Lakes, Redcliffe and Strathpine – open 9am to 3pm. All other libraries - closed

Saturday 31 December 2011 Albany Creek, Arana Hills, Caboolture, North Lakes, Redcliffe and Strathpine – open 9am to 1pm Bribie Island– open 9am to 12noon. All other libraries - closed

Sunday 1 & Monday 2 January, 2012 All Libraries - closed

Tuesday 3 January 2012 All libraries will return to normal business hours

Bribie Island, Benabrow AveBurpengary, BP Travel Centre, Bruce HwyClontarf, Pelican ParkRedcliffe, Redcliffe PdeStrathpine, Daisy Cottage Gympie RdWoodford, Archer St

Open 7 days a week 9am - 4pm and closed Christmas day only.

Dayboro Cottage: closed 24, 25, 26 and 31 December, 2011 and Sunday, 1 January, 2012.

All refuse and recycling collections will continue as usual, including all public holidays.

Waste FacilitiesClosed Christmas Day. Normal opening hours will apply on all other days.

Treasure Markets - Dakabin and Caboolture Closed Christmas Day. Normal opening hours will apply all other days.

All swimming pools and leisure centres will be closed Christmas Day, except for Settlement Cove Lagoon at Redcliffe where lifeguards will be on duty from 8am - 8pm.

Closed from 3pm Friday, 23 December, and reopens Tuesday, 3 January, 2012.

Customer Service Centres

Animal shelters

Childcare

Community services

Cultural services

Libraries

Waste and recycling

Pools and leisure centres

QLD State Equestrian Centre

Environment centres

Visitor Information Centres

In the event of an emergency (e.g. problems with road repairs, animals, public building maintenance and security) or matters of public safety, please contact council on 3205 0555. For a complete listing of opening and closing times for council facilities over the Christmas period visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au