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Sam supported: Petition for the Continuation of the Chemical Safety BoardThe issue here is a failure to comprehend what true leadership, particularly civic leadership, means and requires! All too often we elect people without really understanding whether they will turn out to be a ‘genuine’ representative for us, or a even a good leader. Part of the issue at MCC is that the Councillors elect the Mayor, and not the public! All elected persons these days are in the ‘communications business’, their role is to speak to us, to support us, to represent us, and be visible to us, particularly in times of tragedy and natural disasters. MidCoast Council discourages Councillors from doing this!
Frankly, I don’t know where the Mayor is or has been, she may have a reason or could be stuck somewhere, as someone has mentioned, nor do we know where our General Manager is……..but that indeed is the problem! We have just had the worst flood in recorded history and where were our civic leaders???? With all the helicopters buzzing around, if someone was truly stuck they could have bummed a ride to a suitable location or recorded messages on line. In 2024, MidCoast Council had over 20 people working in the ‘Communications Department’ – what have we seen from this Council?
Its not good enough to pass the buck on to the Police or the Recovery Authority. In regional Australia the Council is the ‘Local Government’ they have the resources, its their duty, particularly in times of natural disasters to play a substantive role in supporting the residents and their needs. Councils should be expediting all the bureaucratic processes and the red tape for their residents.
I am aware that some current councillors were instructed not to make any media statements and to obediently refer all issues to the ‘Communications Department’.
So who is running this show????
Peter supported: Demand Local MP to Remove Mid Coast MayorThis levy is an unacceptable burden on our farmers which could cause many to walk away from farming. We need to support our farmers so they can continue to feed the nation.
Maria supported: Protect Farmers and Rural Families from Unfair New TaxAn ill-considered levy designed to fund a metropolitan agenda by stripping resources from rural and regional areas is both unjust and shameful. Forcing regional communities—who have built and sustained their own systems of support—to finance initiatives they had no say in, is a clear act of exploitation. These vulnerable communities, lacking the voting power to effectively challenge such decisions, are being unfairly targeted. Rather than fostering unity, this levy deepens the divide between city and country. It reflects a troubling ignorance from those seeking to approve it, showing a complete disregard for the realities of regional life.
Elizabeth supported: Protect Farmers and Rural Families from Unfair New TaxOur farmers are already doing it tough — facing rising costs, unpredictable weather, and shrinking margins. Instead of burdening them further, why not place the levy on the major supermarkets who profit the most from their hard work?
Natalie supported: Protect Farmers and Rural Families from Unfair New TaxFarmers in Victoria are working so hard due to the drought conditions at the moment - give them a break! They are the ones frequently volunteering for the emergency services too.
Brett supported: Protect Farmers and Rural Families from Unfair New TaxAfter 45 years having Lake Conjola as our family holiday caravan and then cabin in Deepwater Resort the number of floods that could have been avoided is disheartened to say the least. The amount of waste and contents from homes, caravans and cabins surrounding the lake that go into land fill after each flooding event is alarming! Surely that alone is crucial reason to keep the lake from flooding at all costs, whether that be a permanent opening or at least earlier interventions to ensure opening when flooding is a real possibility!
Cheryl supported: Restore Lake ConjolaYou’re not alone — a community of supporters is ready to back you.
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