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Amendments to legislation – Personal Mobility Devices

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Amendments to legislation – Personal Mobility Devices

The State Government has changed legislation to allow electric scooters and other electric motorised devices to be legally and responsibly used in Queensland. They are known in legislation as Personal Mobility Devices (PMD).

These laws came into effect on 14 December 2018, and we wanted to let you know of the changes given the trial of Lime scooters and Christmas possibly having more of these types of vehicles being given as presents and subsequently used.

The legislation requires PMD to meet certain specifications around dimensions, mass and speed, as well as appropriate braking and no sharp protrusions.

Critical to the introduction of these laws is safety and ensuring that existing road and path users are not adversely impacted. A range of conditions / road rules will also place obligations on users to act in a safe and respectful manner when interacting with pedestrians or in riding generally. This includes giving way on paths and crossings, riding at a safe speed and providing a sufficient distance so as not to collide with a pedestrian.

Attached is an Enforcement Factsheet for PMD provided by the Department of Transport and Main Roads that reflects the laws now in place. Some general information on “Rules for Personalised Mobility Devices” has been placed on the Queensland Government website –https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/wheeled-devices/personal-mobility-devices.

Police will be paying attention to these devices to ensure safety of all road users and infringement notices will be issued where appropriate.

Submitted by:
Tony Rehn
Crime Prevention Officer
Darling Downs District
Queensland Police Service
Ph 07 4631 6733 Fax 07 4615 3200
QPS website: www.police.qld.gov.au

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Toowoomba Man Awarded Neighbourhood Watch Queensland’s Member Of The Year For The Darling Downs

A Toowoomba retiree has been awarded the Neighbourhood Watch Queensland Member of the Year for the Darling Downs District.
Mr Brian Jentz, 74, is the Harristown Neighbourhood Watch coordinator (Area 14) and works hard to prevent and reduce crime and make his community feel safer.

David Janetzki MP with Brian Ahern displaying the Award

Member for Toowoomba South David Janetzki MP congratulated Mr Jentz and thanked him for his dedication. “Brian has made significant contributions to the Harristown community including negotiating with Council to improve local school crossings, to the installation of new park seating and an off-leash dog area,” Mr Janetzki said.

“Before he retired, Brian was a school principal for 26 years – he has been a community leader for a long time and is working towards the goal of a safer community,” he said. “Neighbourhood Watch volunteers like Brian play a vital role in our community.”

Mr Jentz said he was surprised to receive the award.“It was a total surprise but it reflects all those who work hard in our Neighbourhood Watch Area 14 including the committee †we deliver 800 newsletters to houses in our area,” Mr Jentz said.

“During the awards ceremony, Criminology Professor Lorraine Mazerolle said her researched showed there was a 16% to 26% drop in crime in areas with Neighbourhood Watch †it is very important,” he said.

 Mr Jentz investigates a wide range of incidents in his role as Neighbourhood Watch coordinator.It was recently reported to Mr Jentz that a resident in Harristown had been putting out baits to poison birds.

A number of dead Currawongs and Myna birds have been found which had eaten the poisoned meat.

“It is unknown if this poison may affect dogs and cats eating the same bait or dead birds,” Mr Jentz said.

“It’s cruel to see the birds suffering and I have reported the incident to the local area inspector of the RSPCA who is investigating,” he said.

December Open Day At Royal Bull’s Head Inn

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December Open Day At Royal Bull’s Head Inn


To keep up to date on what’s happening at the Royal Bull’s Head Inn, head to our Facebook Page or follow us on Instagram.  Also, if you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, or would like to make a private booking, contact the Trust on toowoomba@nationaltrustqld.org or phone Debby on 0490 363 719.

Open Day Details:

Date:                            Sunday 2nd December 2018
Time:                            10am through to 4pm
Entry Fees:                   $5.00 children/concession, $7.00 adults,
                                      $20.00 Family
                                      Free for National Trust Member

Tina Mundt
Media & Publicity

Toowoomba City Hall Lighting Up For Christmas

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Toowoomba City Hall Lighting Up For Christmas

After months of preparation Toowoomba’s  City Hall is to be transformed into the spirit of Christmas with the lighting up of thousands of Christmas lights on Thursday, December 6th.

ABC Southern Queensland photo

Toowoomba City Council (TRC) Chair Environment and Community Committee Cr Geoff McDonald said “The Festive spirit is well and truly upon us and Council is thrilled to be involved with our CBD’s Christmas Celebrations”.

From the CBD’s Christmas street banners and decorations, Christmas lights, Christmas carols, window displays, entertainment and the lighting of Grand Central’s huge 35ft community Christmas tree, this is truly a very magical time of year.

Christmas celebrations commence at City Hall at 6pm on Thursday, 6th December, prior to the lights being turned on transforming City Hall into an eye popping Christmas light display, one that can be enjoyed by all in the community.

There will also be Free Popcorn and an Elf hat making area by City Hall, finishing at 7:15pm.

Santa’s elves have been working tirelessly to get City Hall’s Christmas Lights display up and ready on time.

One would be forgiven for thinking the elves and their helpers, the ‘Lions Club of Toowoomba West’ would have had enough on their hands preparing for the annual Christmas Wonderland of Lights in the Botanic Gardens, but they too have been elving away working on the special effects and lighting up of City Hall.

The Helen Earley Ensemble, joined by the Harlaxton RSL Brass Band and the Toowoomba City Cheerleaders will be on hand from 6.00pm to kick off the night’s celebrations and entertain us.

Of course Christmas would not be Christmas without the arrival of Santa. Council and the organisers of the CBD Christmas celebrations had to get in very early to let Santa know what a wonderful, caring Community we are and ensure he would have plenty of time to plan for himself, Mrs Claus and his sleigh, to ho ho ho their way from the North Pole, arriving at City Hall at 7pm to meet the children as the City Hall Christmas lights are turned on.

There won’t be much resting time though for Santa and Mrs Claus. They are inviting you to follow them by walking on the CBD footpaths, (not the street, as the streets will be open to traffic once Santa and his sleigh have passed), when they sleigh their way down Ruthven Street, as part of the Santa Street Parade. They will then turn  left into Margaret Street on their way to Grand Central’s Community Space, to help light up of the city’s largest community Christmas tree around 7.30pm.

Diane Edwards (Warr)
Media Officer
Stakeholder Engagement and Communications
Toowoomba Regional Council

Multicultural Global Fair In Toowoomba

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Multicultural Global Fair In Toowoomba


Global Fair is coming to the All Seasons Function Centre in Toowoomba on Friday, 30th November offering a fantastic range of gift ideas, product presentations, entertainment, prizes and giveaways. Various cause-oriented projects will also be highlighted to promote a spirit of fellowship and camaraderie


All are welcome to attend the Global Fair Expo with Free Admission from 10am  to 5pm. There will also be a Global Fair Dance Party with a live band from 6pm onwards. Tickets $30 at the door.

The All Seasons Function Centre is located on the corner of Tor and North Streets, Toowoomba.

Submitted by:
Mia Mereria,
CMSI International Pty Ltd
E: globalfair2018@gmail.com

Ultimate Twilight Shopping Experience ….

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Ultimate Twilight Shopping Experience ….

More than 60 local artisans will come together at Cobb+Co Museum for one night only to offer unique hand made products at the annual Hand Made Under the Stars twilight artisan market on next Thursday 22 November, 4pm-8pm.

Set amongst the Museum collection, visitors will have the opportunity to browse the best locally hand made products, with a glass of wine in hand, and chat directly with the people who make these quality wares.

There is live music, delicious food and drinks available to purchase, and there will also be wine, cheese and chocolate tastings on offer in our gourmet tasting area.

Hand Made Under the Stars is the ultimate twilight shopping experience and the perfect opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done early while exploring the museum at night.

Submitted by:
Veronica Dawson,
Marketing Coordinator

USQ Professor Recognised For Life-saving Work

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USQ Professor Recognised For Life-saving Work

The University of Southern Queensland (USQ) has congratulated a former staff member on his nomination for the state’s Australian of the Year Awards.

Professor John Grant-Thomson AM RFD who spent 30 years with the University, was a finalist for the Queensland Senior Australian of the Year Award. The category recognises those aged 65 and over who continue to achieve and contribute to the nation.

Queensland Australian of the Year Award winners were announced at a ceremony held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on November 9th.

USQ Vice-Chancellor Geraldine Mackenzie commended Professor Grant-Thomson on his ongoing dedication to community.

“Since joining USQ in 1970, then known as the Queensland Institute of Technology (Darling Downs), Professor Grant-Thomson has forged a legacy based on service and innovation,” she said.

“He rose through the academic ranks to his role at USQ as a Professor of Medical Engineering, sharing his expertise with a new generation of trailblazers.”

While at the University, Professor Grant-Thomson invented and developed the Mansell Infant Retrieval System (now Neocot), a device currently transporting over 300 premature or critically-ill babies from every Australian State and Territory to major hospitals for specialist treatment.

“USQ has remained involved with the Neocot system over many years, with more than 30 final-year engineering students undertaking work-experience programs with Toowoomba manufacturer BAC Technologies,” Professor Mackenzie said.

Professor Grant-Thomson (right) with USQ graduate engineers Paul Priebbenow and Anthony Vadalma (Image courtesy of BAC Technologies)

BAC Technologies are currently employing five full-time USQ graduate engineers on the Neocot project, keeping the device updated and at the frontier of medical technology.

Professor Grant-Thomson also served in the Royal Australian Air Force and Royal Australian Army Medical Corps and spent three decades as a reservist, receiving Military Awards.

He was a member of the NASA team which established the Toowoomba Cooby Creek tracking station to research satellite communication systems culminating in man walking on the moon.

Submitted by:
Rhianwen Whitney
USQ Media

 

Advocating For Your Own Health

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Advocating For Your Own Health

The importance of being your own health advocate will be discussed at the next Twilight Talk at Toowoomba Hospital on Tuesday 20 November.The public lecture will be hosted by Darling Downs Health General Practice Liaison Officer Dr Theresa Johnson.

Dr Johnson will lead a presentation about ‘coordinating care between the hospital and your GP’. “When we go into hospital we are often at our lowest point of health,” Dr Johnson said. “We may also be emotional or even fearful, and our ability to communicate complete and accurate information about our health is often impacted.”

“However, there are things that we can do as patients and consumers of health care to ensure we are receiving complete and accurate care,”

During her presentation, Dr Johnson will discuss practical suggestions to improve continuity of care when transitioning in and out of hospital or seeing specialists as an outpatient. “Having on hand information or lists detailing your medical conditions, allergies, adverse events and general health history is just one simple way to improve the process,” Dr Johnson said.

“It’s really about being your own advocate when it comes to your own health, and if you can’t, then making sure you have someone who can advocate for you,” she said. The presentation will also include information about My Health Record and the potential benefits for consumers.

The Twilight Talk will be held at Toowoomba Hospital’s Unara Conference room from 6pm to 7pm on Tuesday 20 November.

For more information contact 4616 5581.

Submitted by:
Media Team
Media, Communication and Engagement Unit
Admin Building,
Baillie Henderson Hospital, Toowoomba

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