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Welcome to Burdekin Shire Council

A thriving agricultural region with abundant resources and opportunities

A thriving agricultural region with abundant resources and opportunities

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Are you ready?

Disasters can strike at any time. Do you know what to do in the event of a disaster? Be Prepared

Disasters can strike at any time. Do you know what to do in the event of a disaster? Be Prepared

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Play equipment at Ayr Anzac Memorial Park playground

Ayr Anzac Memorial Park

Enjoy the all abilities playground, BBQ shelter and skate park. Visit the ANZAC War Memorial and hire the park rotunda for that special function

Enjoy the all abilities playground, BBQ shelter and skate park. Visit the ANZAC War Memorial and hire the park rotunda for that special function

Building inspectors on-site

Building Certification

Did you know that Burdekin Shire Council offers a building certification service for building works within our Shire?

Did you know that Burdekin Shire Council offers a building certification service for building works within our Shire?

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Beautiful Beaches

Take a relaxing walk or enjoy the thrill of catching a variety of fish species at one of our beautiful beaches

Take a relaxing walk or enjoy the thrill of catching a variety of fish species at one of our beautiful beaches

See Our Coast – Our Lifestyle  
Ayr fountain, Queen Street, Ayr

Ayr Fountain

Located in the heart of the Ayr CBD the water in the fountain can often be seen in many different colours in support of local charities and events

Located in the heart of the Ayr CBD the water in the fountain can often be seen in many different colours in support of local charities and events

Groper Creek boat ramp and pontoon

Great Fishing

Explore our region's numerous fishing spots and well maintained boat ramps throughout the Shire

Explore our region's numerous fishing spots and well maintained boat ramps throughout the Shire

See our boat ramps  
Burdekin Theatre "Living Lagoon" Water Feature

Living Lagoon

The "Living Lagoon" water feature can be found at the Burdekin Theatre in Queen St, Ayr

The "Living Lagoon" water feature can be found at the Burdekin Theatre in Queen St, Ayr

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Discover our libraries and theatre and explore our history, heritage and cultural offerings

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Emergency management and preparedness to minimise the impact of a disaster

Health and Environment

Regulation and licences for public health and safety and management of pests and threats to our environment and waterways

Pets and Animals

Regulations for keeping animals, pet registration and useful information for owners

Planning, Building and Development

Residential and commercial development, building certification and compliance, plumbing compliance and town planning

Property Ownership and Rates

Information particularly for property owners, including issuing of rate notices, payment options, searches, dividing fences and pool safety compliance

Roads and Infrastructure

Information on closures, planned works, requests and information relating to roads and road reserves.

Waste and Recycling

Waste and recycling services, including waste facilities, accepted items and waste reduction

Water Services

Water and wastewater services, including conservation, water quality, tradewaste and customer service standards
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Date: 02 Jan 2020 – 25 Jan 2020 (Daily)
Location: Burdekin Library
January craft activities
Explore fashion and adornment through FREE creative activities by artists from Australia and the Pacific here at the Burdekin Library - MONDAY to SATURDAY.
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Date: 27 Sep 2019 – 24 Jan 2020 (On last Friday every month)
Location: Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
Burdekin Support Group of Parkinson’s QLD
Do you know someone who is suffering the battle of Parkinson's?
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Date: 27 Jan 2020
Location: Burdekin Memorial Hall
2020 Australia Day Awards Ceremony
Celebrate our great Nation!
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Date: 27 Jan 2020
Location: Burdekin Library
Australia Day Public Holiday Closure
Burdekin Library and Home Hill Branch closed for Australia Day public holiday 27 January 2020
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Date: 02 Sep 2019 – 20 Dec 2021 (Weekly)
Location: Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre Crochet Group
Crochet group
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Date: 28 Jan 2020
Location: Home Hill Branch Library
Home Hill Branch Library closure
Due to electrical works the Home Hill Branch Library will be closed on Tuesday 28 January
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Date: 06 Aug 2019 – 01 Dec 2020 (On first Tuesday every month)
Location: Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
Burdekin Dementia Support Group
Come along to the Burdekin Dementia Support Group
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Date: 03 Sep 2019 – 01 Dec 2020 (On first Tuesday every month)
Location: Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
Free Community Legal Advice Program
Looking for some free legal advice?
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Date: 05 Sep 2019 – 03 Dec 2020 (On first Thursday every month)
Location: Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
Burdekin Seniors’ Computer Club
Computer classes for Burdekin Seniors'
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Date: 15 Feb 2020
Location: Burdekin Race Club
Burdekin Race Club Boys from the Bush Day 18+ event
Boys from the Bush 18+ event
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Date: 15 Feb 2020
Location: Burdekin Race Club
Burdekin Race Club Family Race Day
Family Day out at the Track!
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Date: 21 Mar 2020
Location: Burdekin Theatre
Burdekin Fast Track Talent Showcase
Australia's Biggest Talent Showcase is coming to the Burdekin!
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Date: 04 Apr 2020 – 05 Apr 2020 (Daily)
Location: Rugby Park
2020 Shane Muspratt Cup
Come and cheer on the Burdekin Roosters!
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Date: 16 May 2020
Location: Burdekin Race Club
Burdekin Growers Race Day
Burdekin's Biggest Raceday event of the year!
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