Community & Business
12 October, 2024
Pensioners offered a helping hand
PENSIONERS in the Tablelands Regional Council area are getting help to prepare for the upcoming cyclone season through the council’s free pre-cyclone collection service.
“Now is the time to prepare for cyclone season by cutting back vegetation and tidying your yard,” Local Disaster Management Group chair Mayor Rod Marti said.
Under the scheme, residents who receive an age or disability pension and are in a kerbside collection area can register for our free waste collection program.
“We’ll remove waste that is hazardous during storms and cyclones including green waste, iron and general yard debris,” Mayor Marti said.
“Please make sure items are placed in an easily accessible location outside your property, and can be easily handled by one person.”
Pensioners can register at www.trc.qld.gov.au/cyclone-cleanup or 1300 362 242 before 5pm on Friday 25 October.
Collections will begin in early November.
