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Currigee Fire Risk Plan and Prevention

Dear Currigee Residents,

Post the AGM on December 27 2019, the South Stradbroke Island Residents Committee has been in discussion with the Wasp Creek Rural Fire Brigade, the Gold Coast City Council and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Authority about what our Residents can do to lower the fire risk to our community.

The Committee provides the following update to be distributed to all Currigee Residents;

Wasp Creek Rural Fire Brigade Currigee Community Get Together – Saturday 25th January 12pm

Wasp Creek RFB volunteer fire fighters are dedicated to the protection of the island. Wasp Creek RFB would like residents on South Stradbroke island to work with them to reduce the fire risk on the Island.

On Saturday 25th January at midday, the Wasp Creek RFB will hold a Currigee Community Get Together in front of Ozzie’s place (Lot B14, where we had the AGM). Wasp Creek RFB members will bring the Fire Truck down to Currigee and show us how things work and also answer any questions about Wasp Creek Rural Fire Brigade membership as well as any concerns residents have.

We have attached advice from Wasp Creek RFB – PLEASE READ.

For further information you can make contact on waspcrk@bigpond.com.au.  Report all fires to 000. Residents can also follow the Wasp Creek RFB Facebook page.

Gold Coast City Council & Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service

GCCC and the QPWS are working with Wasp Creek RFB to manage the fire risk on the island. This will include both widening fire breaks and hazard reduce burns on South Stradbroke Island in 2020 when conditions permit. The Committee has asked the GCCC and QPWS to keep Currigee Residents informed.

The GCCC also hopes to visit Currigee properties to identify properties that present a fire risk and advise residents accordingly.

Currigee Residents

Following the advice we have received, the Committee asks all residents to;

–         Be prepared. Be ready to Act. Have an Escape plan in place. Report all fires to 000.

–          Consider joining the Wasp Creek RFB. More information will follow post the Community Get Together on January 25th.

–          Keep your property clear. Per the Wasp Creek RFB; ‘Properties that are left overgrown or have drums of fuel stored close to and around their homes are an added fire risk to life and property to all who live or own property on the Island. Everyone visiting can assist, we ask all families visiting to take time on each visit to the island to clear their property of any overgrown undergrowth and to prune overhanging trees from their roofs and clear gutters.’

–          If your property has a spear pump please keep the area around it clear and make sure it is in good working order. Signage will assist the quick location of spear pump for the Wasp Creek RFB.

Kind regards,

The Committee

Wasp Creek Recommendations

2019 AGM

Dear Residents,

Please see the attached documents regarding the upcoming 2019 AGM for SSIRC.

Details for the AGM are as follows:

When: 9.30am Thursday 27th December 2019

Where: ‘Under the Trees on the Broadwater’ – near Ozzie’s House (West of Lot B14)

Tea, coffee and light refreshment’s provided.

WATER QUALITY ISSUES: The Committee has been advised by the Gold Coast City Council that there is currently an issue with the groundwater quality at South Stradbroke. Due to the current drought conditions the bore water level has been lowed and any impurities are concentrated. The Council recommends residents take extra care with drinking water.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Kind regards,

The Committee

 

2019 AGM Agenda
2018 AGM Minutes
SSIRC Financial Report

 

GCWA Residents Submission

 Dear Residents,

BOAT SPEED LIMITS AT CURRIGEE

The Gold Coast Waterways Authority’s (GCWA) “Speed Limits and Behaviour Management Strategy 2018-2020 is attached. This report supports changes to boat speed limits that are evidence based and achieve an appropriate balance between safety and transport efficiency. It sets out as Priority 1 “Adopt a process to review speed limits and make changes where required”.

South Stradbroke Island Residents are therefore in a good position to request a reduction in the speed limit between the GCCC Campgrounds at North and South Currigee if we can present enough credible evidence, especially with respect to safety.

The GCWA say they “will always be happy to receive enquiries or listen to concerns about speed limits, or speed signs, for a particular area of Gold Coast waterways. These enquiries or concerns can be reported directly to GCWA by telephone on 07 5539 7350 or by email to mail@gcwa.qld.gov.au.”. We believe that it would be preferable that concerns are sent by email and copied to the committee (contact@southstradbroke.com.au or contact@currigeefootprints.com)  so that we can collate and quote them when required.

A concern may be framed along the lines of the attached letter – please personalise and if possible include pictures as evidence before sending.

If you have any questions please email the committee at contact@southstradbroke.com.au or contact@currigeefootprints.com 

Regards,

The Committee

 Speed Limits and Behaviour Management

Example Letter

Australia Day 2019 Currigee Fire Ban

Hot, dry conditions force long weekend Local Fire Ban

23rd January 2019 1:20 PM
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) will impose a local fire ban for Bribie Island, Moreton Island, North Stradbroke Island and South Stradbroke Island over the Australia Day long weekend, ahead of forecast dry and hot conditions.

This ban would take effect from 0001hrs Friday 25 January and was expected to continue until 2359hrs on Monday 28 January.

Rural Fire Service (RFS) Brisbane Regional Manager Wayne Waltisbuhl said while the decision to impose a local fire ban was not taken lightly, it was essential to protect people in bushfire-prone areas.

“We know these spots are very popular among campers and we are imposing a local fire ban to ensure everyone can have a safe and enjoyable long weekend,” Mr Waltisbuhl said.

“Brisbane has seen very little rainfall in recent months, so the ground is dry and vegetation will burn easily if a bushfire breaks out, especially given current weather conditions.”

Mr Waltisbuhl said the ban would not apply to barbecues but would prohibit lighting of any open fires, including campfires.

“Fires contained in a properly constructed, enclosed barbecue are still permitted, as are gas cookers, provided they are not left unattended,” he said.

“Residents who are planning to do some work around the house over the long weekend are still permitted to use machinery and equipment, but we ask everyone to be extra vigilant and have suitable equipment on hand to extinguish any fire that may start.

“One spark is all it takes to start a bushfire that can pose a threat to properties and lives.

“We don’t want to see a repeat of the recent fires on North Stradbroke Island and Bribie Island, which had a significant impact on those communities and also led to smoke affecting the greater Brisbane area.”

Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) also warned fires in fire rings or fire places were not permitted in these National Parks or Recreation Areas.

Queensland Police Service (QPS), rangers from QPWS and campground managers will be patrolling camp areas to ensure campers are following the local fire bans.

For more information about fire bans, visit the Rural Fire Service website: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/ .

Passing of Beth Wilson

Dear Residents,

Our Currigee community will be further saddened to learn that Beth Wilson passed away at her home in Ascot this morning. She and Blair build their home on the island more than 50 years ago and over this period thousands of guests have been warmly welcomed by Wilson hospitality. As was her custom every year, Beth spent this past Christmas and New Year at the island, and was present at the awards ceremony on New Year’s Day to proudly accept the Currigee Cup! She left the island only last Friday. Our best wishes to the Wilson Clan in the loss of this extraordinary person

 

Kind regards,

 

The Committee

Passing of Charles Roe

Dear Residents,

Our community will be sad to learn that Currigee resident Dr Charles Roe passed away on Tuesday  afternoon (15/01/19). He had been suffering from a short illness and was moved to a mainland hospital. Charles’ life was intertwined with his experiences at Currigee many of which were captured in his book. He has lived at the island permanently for many years, right up until recent weeks. Charles was due to celebrate his 100th Birthday on February 14th.

Our thoughts are with Charles’ family and friends at this time.

 

Kind regards,

The Committee

Currigee Cup 2019 Results

On New Years Day 2019, the Currigee community came together to participate in the 53rd Currigee Cup; themed Vikings in honour of the courage and heroism we value on the island. Despite the low-tide the large beach area allowed a large number of craft and competitors to gather. Innovations this year included new Senior and Junior Paddle events and the much-welcomed ice-cream boat that came bearing refreshments. The Commodores would like to thank the participants and spectators for their community-minded spirit and enthusiasm on the day. Looking forward to the Currigee Cup 2020, with Commodores Scott Geldard, Nick Christie and Terry McGrath!

The results are in and the winners from the Currigee Cup 2019 are listed below.  Many thanks to all for being involved and to the Commodores for facilitating (Mark Easton, David Smith and Anthea Bach)

Currigee Cup Beth Wilson
Charlie Howard Imaginitive Bribe Trophy Scarlett Rowe
(Sacrificed by her aunt Clare Bach)
John Roe Running Repairs Trophy Rory Easton (three capsizes, first time racing laser by self)
Bob Beckham Memorial Trophy Bear Easton (dog who swam the junior iron person course)
Veteran’s Trophy                            Cliff Thompson
(82yrs 9mths – + only registered person)
Youngest Spectator Millie Parry
Best Dressed Spectator Clare Bach & Family – the Hairy Dogs
Best Dressed Boat and Crew The Dixons
Trailer Sailers/Yachts Lynch
_(‘Touche’)_
Sabots and Small Boats Kate Knowlman and Crew (paddled the course twice – in the absence of any
acutal small boats)
Lasers and Monohulls Elliot & Celia Quinn
(Sea Quinn)
Windsurfers Not raced
14ft Cats Ben, Taryn, Max Cronin
(4 Hire Kngs)
16ft Cats Scott Geldard & Guy Coalduaite?
(‘Original Hobie’)
Senior Ironperson Relay _The Dinasaurous Rex’s_ – (Johno, Cambell, Oliver)
Junior Ironperson Relay _Mosquitoes_ – (Alec Easton, Abi Easton, Dermot Morrow)
Senior Paddle Craft Monty Sullivan
Junior Paddle Craft Macc Hoskinson

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