The Banana Shire Council has made history by signing a groundbreaking agreement with AUKUS Forum, becoming the first Australian Council to forge a partnership with this renowned international Defence organisation. This new agreement and partnership will put the Shire’s big and small businesses in direct contact with major international companies already seeking Australian contacts to comply with […]
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Banana Shire Council Adopts Annual Report for 2022-23 Financial Year
12th December 2023 Banana Shire Council has adopted its annual report for the 22/23 Financial Year, detailing an end-of-year financial position of no debt, an operational surplus of over 21 million dollars, and cash holdings of close to 58 million dollars, putting the Council in a financially sustainable position. Council’s net comprehensive income for the […]
Twins of Banana and Boulparis share a special renewable connection
New Caledonia Boulouparis region and the Banana Shire are international twins and share a surprising amount of similarities, including the imminent arrival of a flurry of renewable investment. International twinning, often referred to as sister city programs, is a powerful tool for nurturing global connections and cooperation. These arrangements offer a long list of significant […]
How long does it take to build a wind farm?
The time it takes to build a wind farm can vary widely depending on several factors, including the size and capacity of the wind farm, the location, regulatory approvals, environmental assessments, and the availability of resources and equipment. Generally, it can take anywhere from 1 to 3 years or more to complete the construction of […]
With Renewables, Buyer Beware.
Opinion column for Mayor of Banana Shire that appears in CQ Today. The arrival of the renewable energy industry in our region has indeed been a game-changer, bringing forth exciting economic opportunities for the members of our community and welcoming new commercial players to our Shire. We are blessed with a wealth of diverse natural […]