THANK YOU, CARDWELL COUNCIL

Vic Bargery, a resident of the Rockingham Home for the Aged, would like to give a big “Yay of the Week” to the Cardwell Shire Council for their swift response following a recent safety concern.

Vic regularly travels between the aged care facility and Cardwell town centre on his mobility scooter. During one of these daily trips, a large tree branch (albeit light), fell from a tree on the Esplanade, grazing his cheek, bruising his chest, and injuring his shoulder.

After contacting the Council to report the incident, Vic was pleasantly surprised by how quickly the matter was handled. Within two days, he received a call advising that two arborists would be inspecting the tree and were happy to meet with him to discuss what needed to be done.

The inspection confirmed that the tree posed a risk and required trimming. While someone later removed the identification tape marking the tree—possibly fearing it would be cut down—the Council proceeded with the agreed trimming only, making the tree safe while preserving it for the community to enjoy.

“Well done to the Council and its workers,” Vic said. As it was a win–win outcome and applauded the Council for taking his report seriously and following through with such professionalism and care. It’s great to see action taken quickly, with thought for both safety and the environment.