Category: Banana Shire

With Renewables, Buyer Beware.

Posted on October 10, 2023January 4, 2025 By Todd Cole

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…

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Banana Goes Green

Posted on September 27, 2023October 8, 2023 By Todd Cole

The Banana Shire is set to become a renewable energy hub The Queensland government announced a revision of its renewable energy target from 50 percent of the State’s total energy needs produced by renewable energy in 2030, increasing it to 70 percent by 2032 and 80 percent five years later….

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Bilo Makes Qantas Magazine

Posted on August 17, 2023October 3, 2023 By Todd Cole

How a small country town became an overnight and worldwide sensation and the knock-on effect of publicity. Historically, big names in travel destinations are backed by powerful PR machinery, budget-rich marketing campaigns, and storied reputations. The Eiffel Tower, New York City’s skyscrapers, and Bali’s beaches have been staples in travel…

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CQ Mayor Says Renewable Plan Problematic

Posted on May 13, 2022June 18, 2024 By Todd Cole

Originally published Wednesday, 28th September 2022   The Mayor of Banana Shire Council, Nev Ferrier, today said the Queensland Government’s announcement to move [the target to 70% by 2032] is understandable in the long-term, but the policy is rushed, and the government has not adequately considered the infrastructure needed to…

How Long Does it Take to Build a Nuclear Power Plant?
Building a Nuclear Reactor: The Case of Bangladesh Lately, social media posts have circulated online claiming that nuclear power stations can be constructed in a few years, with posters claiming Bangladesh just built two in as many years. This is a gross exaggeration at best. Bangladesh's first nuclear power plant,...
Charleville Racetrack Reopens with a Grand Celebration
MEDIA RELEASE Saturday 28th October 2023 After two years of being inoperative and a month after a successful soft opening, Charleville's revered racetrack track is officially back in action. The grand reopening was on Saturday 28th October and was attended by government dignitaries, political leaders, representatives from Queensland's racing world,...
The mayor’s rousing speech opens another sparkling gem in Charleville’s tourism crown
Written for Shaun "Zoro" Radnedge for the opening of the Secret WW2 Base First and foremost, I'd like to express my thanks to each one of you for being here today. It's an honour to have The Honourable Stirling Hinchliffe, the State Minister for Tourism, Innovation, and Sport, as well as Honourable...
Charleville Rises Above Flood Threat to Host Queensland Music Festival’s Outback Sounds Tour
Despite recently being encircled by potentially devastating floodwaters, Charleville is gearing up for the Queensland Music Festival’s Outback Sounds tour. With floodwaters gradually receding, the event scheduled for April 20th is anticipated to be a much-needed celebration for the town this Saturday. The Mayor, Shaun “Zoro” Radnedge, wants to reassure...