mapoon aboriginal shire council
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MAPOON ABORIGINAL
SHIRE COUNCIL
ANNUAL REPORT
2018/19
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CONTENTS OUR WELCOME ............................................................................................................... 3
MESSAGE FROM MAYOR ADDO ....................................................................................... 4
MESSAGE FROM CEO CHETTY ........................................................................................... 5
MAPOON ABORIGINAL SHIRE COUNCIL REGION ............................................................... 7
OUR COUNCILLORS ........................................................................................................ 10
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM ................................................................................................. 11
COMMUNITY FINANCIAL REPORT ............................................................................... …..16
ABN 15 093 924 706 Website: www.mapoon.qld.gov.au/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/mapoonaboriginalshirecouncil Call our Office: 07 4082 5211 Postal Address: Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Red Beach Road, Mapoon QLD 4874 Disclaimer Informa�on contained in this document is based on available informa�on at the �me of wri�ng. All figures and diagrams are indica�ve only and should be referred to as such. While the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council has exercised, reasonable care in preparing this document to represent that it is totally accurate or complete. Council or its officers accept no responsibility for any loss occasioned to any person ac�ng or refraining from ac�ng in reliance upon any material.
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OUR WELCOME Welcome to the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council’s Annual Report 2018-2019. This report describes Council’s achievements in delivering services to the Mapoon region and shows progress in delivering the ac�ons set out from the Corporate Plan 2018-2023 and the Opera�onal Plan 2018-2019. The Annual Report is one of the ways Council connects with the community and is the culmina�on of regular repor�ng.
It shows:
• Council’s commitment to achieve its vision for the region
• The result of ac�oning the Corporate and Opera�onal plans
• Details of Council’s achievements
• Details of the services that have been provided to the region
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About this Report Designed to foster a vibrant, culturally rich community where local government services and facili�es are delivered in a way that is responsive to the needs and the aspira�ons of the community. This Annual Report compares our performance against what we said we’d do in the 2017-2018 financial year.
The sen�ment of our agenda is the community we serve and the trust that rests with Council to preserve the region’s outstanding cultural values, natural assets, our environment for current and future genera�ons. Through good governance, good decision making, compliance of legisla�ve obliga�ons, community engagement, risk management strategies, financial management and customer services we have excelled in what we set in our Opera�onal Plan. Through the facili�es we deliver and maintain for our community – from spor�ng fields to community halls to – to the important work we do with our residents in protec�ng our foreshores, maintaining our public parks and gardens and working to improve the health and quality of our waterways. This is the day - to - day work of Council that o�en goes unno�ced but is a crucial part of ensuring the richness and vitality of our community and way of life is consistently improving. Council’s partnerships across the community in many of these services and ini�a�ves are testament not only to the dedica�on and commitment of our staff but also the personal investment that our community is making in its own future.
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ESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
Mayor Brad Wilson
“Council is striving to make our community prosperous; aiming to advance the health of our families and our environment as we move together towards 2020.”
We set out to achieve the vision of my community and I proudly announce that we have had a very industrious year resul�ng in construc�ve changes to our community through services, facili�es and economic development opportuni�es.
This year Council Execu�ve and I had dedicated our �me lobbying for funding and we have successfully secured funding for:
1. Cultural Keeping Place, 2. Community Church, 3. Aged Care facility, 4. Emergency services facility, 5. Animal health facility, 6. upgrade of our airport with ligh�ng, 7. Upgrade of Thungu road, 8. 6 social houses, 9. 4 staff accommoda�on, 10. Barge landing, 11. Mapoon Splash park, 12. Mapoon Community Gymnasium 13. 11 bed visitor accommoda�on.
Through open consulta�ons we agreed and adopted our master plan for new infrastructure. Unity and support of our community members has enabled Council to support innova�ve entrepreneurs, resul�ng in establishment of new business through tourism and other sectors. mo�va�on The
MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
Aileen Addo
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Council is focused on promo�ng the region and by working together; we offer a strong and diverse range of opportuni�es for poten�al visitors and investors.
While our core business remained firmly focused on the key areas of Customer Service, Economic Development, Infrastructure and Planning, and Health and Environment, we’ve also inves�gated new ways to further the interests of Far North Queensland (FNQ).
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council con�nues to demonstrate the strength of regional collabora�on as Governments joined together to deliver some of the biggest and most exci�ng projects in the organisa�on’s history. Council will work hard over the coming year to help coordinate more effec�ve services.
Finally, over the past months, we’ve said goodbye to several staff members that have been instrumental in improving the management of Council, to them I would like to say thank you. We have also welcomed key staff, we believe will enhance the organiza�on, with strong people leading the way and by working together, I know we con�nue to rise from the ashes.
I look forward to working with you all to improve outcomes and help make changes that will ensure the health and wellbeing for everyone of Mapoon is excep�onal.
Mayor Aileen ADDO
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“We have worked hard toward fulfilling the aspirational objectives outlined in our Corporate Plan 2018 -2023 under the focus areas of People, Leadership & Governance, Local Prosperity, Livability and Environmental Sustainability. “
We have worked hard toward fulfilling the aspirational objectives outlined in our Corporate Plan 2018 -2023 under the focus areas of People, Leadership & Governance, Local Prosperity, Liveability and Environmental Sustainability. “
The 2018/19 Annual Report is a record of the community’s commitment to delivering high quality services and responding to our community needs in a sustainably responsible manner.
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council is proud of its service to the community in 2018/19, for successful delivery of major capital works program, improved services, facilities for residents, local businesses and working to preserve a sustainable natural and built environment. The successful planning and delivery of our 2018 Pannja Festival to commemorate the return of people to Mapoon and to acknowledge the revival of tradition and culture.
Council has improved its financial sustainability with an operating surplus from -21% (2017) to +17% (2018) and $6.96 million was invested in capital works to maintain and renew community assets. Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council was successful in securing $18 million in grants from the Queensland and Federal governments and other stakeholders to pay for local projects and services without placing further financial burden on our operational budget.
To promote healthy lifestyles, sporting and recreation facilities are highly valued within our community and we have spent $2 million on facility improvements including the development of the Mapoon Splash Park, Cullen Point Camping grounds and building a fully equipped community gymnasium.
MESSAGE FROM THE CEO
Naseem Chetty
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To improve access to Mapoon and emergency evacuation, a $4.5 million upgrade to the Mapoon airport will be opening in October 2019. The $1.3 million upgrade of Thungu Road and alternative means of transport with footpaths including cycle routes, remain a high priority.
Vigorous community partnerships and consultation we have finalized our Community Masterplan and Mapoon remains a smart, creative and progressive community with a well-planned, functional and attractive environment. Councils assets have been well-maintained, and Mapoon has continued to demonstrate a high level of fiscal responsibility. In an environment of strong community growth and infrastructure change, it is our goal to continue to preserve the character of our community areas while facilitating diversity. We have also strived to provide public open spaces and recreational fields while protecting and enhancing our natural environment.
Completion of our new Animal Health and Emergency Service facilities has positively added to environmental health and readiness to natural disasters. $850,000 has been injected towards community education and installation of solar panels for energy efficiency. Accountable, transparent and efficient operations ensure that Mapoon provides responsive and responsible stewardship of the community’s resources. At Council, we will continue to invest in capabilities identified as core and critical to the organisation, strengthening our operating model to focus on our residents (advancing customer service), business and strategic engagement.
I take pride in commending the organisation for its outstanding work during 2018/19 and acknowledge the leadership and support of our 2019 Mayor, Council and staff.
Naseem CHETTY
CEO, Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council
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Our LEADERSHIP Team
Our Councilors, Chief Executive Officer and Executives make a dynamic, ambitious and dedicated team who share the responsibility for providing the organization with leadership and innovative direction to achieve the outcomes determined by Council.
Our people are dynamic, rising from the ashes
MAPOON ABORIGINAL SHIRE COUNCIL REGION
Located in Far North Queensland, the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire region includes a combina�on of rural, urban and coastal expanses and comprises an area of about 183,960 hectares.
This area stretches from the southern bank of Skardon River (in the north) down to the northern banks of the Pennyfather River (in the south), incorpora�ng the lower delta reaches of the Ducie River and Wenlock River systems.
Mapoon is the main popula�on centre with approximately 350 - 380 residents. This number is expected to rise sharply over the next 20 years.
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Conserva�on remains a key industry, with a focus on turtle, sawfish and endangered shorebird monitoring and protec�on. The region has maintained a tourism trade drawn to the unique culture, heritage, scenic and coastal atrac�ons of the area.
Our focus is to work with our community, provide strong leadership and certainty, and be accountable to our community to ensure our region: is friendly and a great place to live; provide people with access to vibrant towns with lifestyle opportuni�es; is family oriented; maintains a strong culture and history; values and protects its natural environment; capitalises on its geographical loca�on; enables quality infrastructure; supports established businesses and industry while developing opportuni�es for emerging industries; and experiences planned growth through con�nued economic development.
ASPIRATIONS
We aspire to be one of Queensland’s leading local government organisa�ons; innova�ve, crea�ve, culturally diverse, pris�ne and viable in every sense. According to our Corporate Plan, Mapoon Aboriginal Shire aims to be a region where:
• Governance is cohesive, responsible and transparent • Environment is sustainable, managed and healthy • Social wellbeing is ac�ve, diverse, crea�ve and empowered • Infrastructure is planned, connected and safe • Economic development is vibrant, strong and resilient
OUR COUNCILLORS The role of elected councilors, as part of the governing body of a council, is shown in sec�on 12 of the Local Government Act 2009. It is to:
• Represent the current and future interests of these residents of Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council;
• Ensure Mapoon Aboriginal Shire discharges its responsibili�es under the Act, achieves its corporate plan and complies with all laws that apply to the Shire;
• Provide high quality leadership to the Shire and the community; • Par�cipate in Council Mee�ngs, policy development and decision making for the benefit
of the whole of Mapoon Shire; • Accountability to the Community for the Shire’s performance.
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Our councilors play a very vital policy-making role, through consulta�on with community, the iden�fica�on of community needs, se�ng objec�ves to meet those needs and aspira�ons, establishing priori�es between compe�ng demands and alloca�ng resources.
Confident spirit and determina�on of the organisa�on and its commitment to delivering our vision by working hand in hand with stakeholders with a commonsense approach. Our workforce is highly skilled, dynamic and adaptable in its approaches to tackling the range of challenges facing us ahead and Council is dedicated in furthering knowledge and experience of our workforce through training and development.
Our teams focused and commited to delivering high quality services and improving lifestyle for our residents. This is an important �me for the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire and for the organisa�on-far reaching decisions and ac�ons has been set in train for the next five years, which will significantly shape the future of the region. Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council is con�nuing to build on achievements of the past whilst gearing up for the exci�ng �mes ahead.
Working in collaboration with our people and residents towards a futuristic and progressive community
Cr Aileen ADDO
Economic Development, Health and Aged, Region Projects
Cr Peter GUIVARRA
Enterprise Development and Community Services
Cr Pauline SMITH
Environmental Health and Conserva�on
Cr Margaret MARA
Community Engagement, Early Learning and Educa�on
Cr Brendan BROWN
Community Engagement, Culture and Events
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We are dedicated at Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council to deliver strong economic development initiatives, leadership alliances and cultural identity.
Our believe is working towards a more strategic pathways to allow greater investment in the region, while protecting our natural resources. With innovation, sustainability and opportunity for our future generations.
Our Council is committed to community, targeting to preserve our reputation as a customer focused organisation marked by good governance and regional leadership. Council’s executive team and staff network aspire to be engaged, energised and skilled people.
A collaborative, proactive relationship with our families and community, as well as business and government, is fundamental to innovative solutions for future service delivery in our remote Queensland region.
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VALUES
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council aspires to be recognised as a highly regarded and reputable organisa�on.
To make this achievable, our emerging priori�es include:
• Ethical, accountable and transparent decision-making • Effec�ve business management • Strong financial management • Highly skilled, engaged and valued local workforce (currently at 89% indigenous staff) • Advocacy and partnerships • An informed and engaged community • Excellence in customer service.
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We have an obliga�on to show leadership and engage with the community, operate according to the law, ensure professional and ethical standards and plan services to meet the needs of current and future genera�ons.
OUR ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE
GOVERNANCE
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council is committed to fostering good governance and sound management practices within all its operational processes and service delivery. With strong focus and the implementation of ethical procedures, managers have
increased ownership and responsibility, resulting in smoother project delivery. Internal control processes have been reviewed and updated to exceed compliance with legislation and create effective business management.
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Key workforce challenges are overcoming skills shortages and achieving greater productivity to provide the Community value for money. The objective of Human Resources is to promote the harmonisation of the organisation’s people and Council’s values to ensure that staff are provided the support and development necessary to achieve job satisfaction and deliver quality and innovative services to the Community. During the year to promote and observe good governance, all policies have been reviewed, updated and implemented across our organisation.
• We have conducted annual performance review processes with staff which provided an opportunity to plan development and achievements for the following year.
• We have provided comprehensive induction training with all new staff. • We have employed key staff to assist current staff to learn new skills and to increase their
opportunity for promotion. Employees at a glance
Permanent 33
Permanent Part- Time 10
Contract- Executive 3
Contract – Managerial 8
Casual 12
Total 66
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Council recognises that the ability to deliver the required standard of services to its Community is highly dependent upon the skills and capabilities of its staff. Council provides training and development to employees, to provide long term benefits to both Council and employee in terms of competence, job satisfaction and efficiency. Council has been working on developing a skills matrix to enable training to be targeted to meet the needs of the organisation and individuals. During the year Council has provided employees the following training:
• Writing Reports for Council • Certificate IV accounting • Certificate II Business
• Word • Excel • First Aid/ CPR
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Professional & Administration Officers
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16-20 years 21-29 Years 30-44 Years 45-55 Years 56 + Years
Operational & Trade Employees
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• Leadership Training • Diploma in Local Government • Certificate III Children’s Services • Animal Management • Water Management • Certificate III in Conservation and Land
Management • AMHFA Mental Health Training RFDS
• CALM Certificate III • Chainsaw training • Fell trees Manually • ATV Side by side Safety Operations • Fire Training • Stepping Up Training • Weapons training Safety Course
• Safety Inductions • Seagrass Training • MYOB Advanced Training • Certificate II Retail
To ensure good financial management systems are maintained Council has employed a new financial system. This new system will enable more efficient reporting parameters and ensure compliance along with a modern system. Further to improve on efficiencies and records management council also employed the services of INFO Council, which enables us to Council meeting record, report and search information from past council meeting agenda and minutes. Work health and safety has been a key focus of Council this year, staff and community education on identification of hazard and risk management has proven very successful. Council also has invested substantial resources into ensuring safety signs are installed in work areas and public places and hazards has rectified. Community education and staff training has been provided to staff on safe operations of safety equipment’s.
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OUR COMMUNITY AND CULTURE A robust and diverse festival committee lead
by Council, guided by Mapoon residents
planned and delivered the 2018 Pannja
Festival. The festival was a major highlight
with attendance rates well over 2000 people
from all over Queensland as well as some visitors making the journey interstate to experience and
share our rich and diverse culture of Mapoon. The festival was a commemorate the return of Mapoon
people and showcase our tradition, art and culture, which was concluded by an enjoyable fishing
competition bringing a smile to all who participated. The festival also gave opportunity to local
entrepreneurs to display their business initiatives and stir the economy of Mapoon.
Close to our community’s heart was the reestablishment of our Church building, which was burnt in
1960’s during the removal of Mapoon people, funding has been secured for the Church building.
Design consultation has been completed, ready for construction with a completion date of June 2020.
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Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council has
held two community meeting with
Mapoon residents to discuss
upcoming projects and to engage
and consult with resident on future
project.
CAPACITY BUILDING Council has priori�sed the planning of diverse, sustainable and economic development opportuni�es in the Cape York region through ini�a�ves such as the Wild Cape Café, DeBusch Plumbing Services.
Local Indigenous entrepreneurs have been empowered by our administra�on and council, hence minimizing the dependence on government and crea�ng 8 jobs in Mapoon.
We have engaged all �ers of Government and stakeholders to invested in local Mapoon Infrastructure projects, resul�ng in the increase full-�me, part �me and casual employment of indigenous residents - directly facilita�ng region advancement. Our approach has been regional capacity building, by sharing our resources and training opportuni�es with other Mapoon stakeholders to ensure regional benefit, enabling capacity building of staff within the region resul�ng in progressive and sustainable future.
Further we are also working in our capacity as the Mapoon Aboriginal Land Trust to empower 37 residents for 99-year home ownership leases. This opportunity will provide residents to cater for demanding need for accommoda�on in Mapoon and development of small business such as Air BNB and
rental property and Homestay. With the interest of environment protec�on and preserva�on of
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resources, we have installed solar panels on all council facili�es and commenced a community educa�on program to promote energy efficiencies prac�ces.
To atract Tourism to our community we have invested efforts to beau�fy or community with gardens and local indigenous art. The development of these gardens is a partnership between Mapoon Council and voluntary contribu�on of Mapoon residents.
Our progressive approach to animal management in Mapoon has resulted in the reduc�on of stray dogs by 20%. Community educa�on program led by our Animal Management Officer and Northern Veterinary Services, with door knocking services providing �cks and fleas medica�on, animal hysterotomy, animal contracep�on and etherisa�on of very sick animals has also contributed to a decline of unhealthy pets.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Goals set out in our Opera�onal plan has been successfully achieved and we have excelled in what we set out to achieve. The shortage of facili�es and infrastructure had minimised the capacity of our community. The posi�ve development and expansion of our infrastructure has opened doors to, economic development ini�a�ves, healthy lifestyles choices and an environment friendly community.
Over the 12 months funding secured through Government agencies and major stakeholders to address a shortage of infrastructure and facili�es in Mapoon.
Our Splash park and upgrade of Blanco Park was to encourage health lifestyle for our families and ac�ve recrea�on. These facili�es atract tourist from Weipa and further, who contribute to our economy – Café, Store and Bowsers.
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Emergency Service Centre
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Mapoon Café,
The Wild Cape Café was the brainchild of Council which was built in partnership with MY Pathways and tenders were called from residents for opera�ons. is the first. Now the Wild Cape Café is the only food outlet in Mapoon which was developed this year. The addi�on of a café complements our newly built Visitor Accommoda�on, providing visitors and resident with an op�on to have a meal in Mapoon.
Further addi�on to our infrastructure is Animal Management Centre, store upgrade / solar power, community store upgrade, store car park, Cullen Point camping ground upgrade, security upgrades, machinery shed. To develop these infrastructure projects has directly contributed a 40% increase in jobs in Mapoon; council employs local business, local trade staff and provides appren�ceship and training to our appren�ces and trade assistants.
STORE
The Rugupayn store con�nues to service the community of Mapoon and with the addi�on of a new shaded carpark area, new commercial kitchen, offers a convenient point of contact for the community. Which provides essen�al fresh produce and supplies, as well as a community post office, access to power cards and banking facility via a serviced ATM and EFTPOS on site. To minimise the opera�onal cost solar panel have been installed, which has enabled Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council re-structure the price of essen�al products such as rice, milk, flour, fruit and vegetables etc. in order to make these products affordable for the general public. The store con�nues to grow not only in volume of sales and profit, but also by providing more variety of groceries and products for customers.
Pannja Fes�val and the opening of the new café has had an influx of people in our store resul�ng in record in sales for the community store. MASC have learned that it is possible to adapt to an influx of people in the area and s�ll provide and keep stock of essen�al and popular goods.
This year we have seen four tropical cyclones and have been prepared and stocked for cyclone season to ensure residents get best service. Training and educa�on to staff and residents has been key to
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the successful opera�ons of our store and we aim to provide staff with knowledge and skills in retail industry. One staff member has already completed training, and the aim is to have all long-term staff being provided with cer�fied training, that will benefit staff, the store and ul�mately the community.
Addi�on of a second ATM point of sale, beter internet services and connec�on to NBN to cater for �mes when connec�vity is affected to provide services to residents. Council invested in con�ngencies to ensure service provision to the community is not disrupted.
AGED CARE
Chakara Aged Care and Disability - meaning of Chakara (Tjungundji language) is Bone Fish, which is caught and used for principal func�ons, for example headstone openings, weddings and funeral ceremonies. Mapoon Elders chose this name, and approval has been given by the Tjungundji Elders.
Compliance of Aged and disability legisla�ve requirement and development of a holis�c approach to service deliver has been our key focus. This excep�onal service con�nues to be delivered from the Mapoon Early Learning Centre.
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council success in acquiring funding for the Mapoon Aged Care facility was celebrated by all community members. Mapoon Elders have been instrumental in designing of our New Aged Care Facility, which will complement the aura of Mapoon. It will cater for the needs of our elderly providing them the opportunity to opt to live in an independent facility if they wish, which will include mini greens and vegetable gardens.
Stability con�nues to be the focus of the aged care program, and service delivery and compliance are s�ll being closely monitored. Council provide the following aged care services in Mapoon; meals, transport, domes�c assistance, social support, personal care, centre based programs and individual support.
Employees are con�nually trained to op�mise educa�on. This ensures quality services are delivered to our remote residents.
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PLAYGROUP
Known as the Piccaninny Club, Mapoon Playgroup is been atended by mother and kids together number has steady increased. Local Indigenous people account for 100% of the program staff and opportuni�es exist for volunteers and CDP par�cipants to engage in the service also.
During this period, the playgroup has offered many more ac�vi�es for the children. The commuter bus remains a vital asset to the program as it not only helps families’ access playgroup through daily pick up and drop offs but also allows access to hold playgroup sessions in different facili�es and loca�ons around the community. Ac�vi�es held are cooking, art and cra�, dancing and sons. Outdoor ac�vi�es, beach play, park play, puzzles, reading, drawing and colouring. Provide mental and physical growth.
RECREATION
Through collabora�on and consulta�on with the community, Council have recently adopted a 10-year Sport & Recrea�on Masterplan along with an Implementa�on Plan and the crea�on of a Sport & Recrea�on Precinct which will provide lifestyle opportuni�es and enhance the health and wellbeing of the community for many years to come.
The finalisa�on of Mapoon Sports and Recrea�on strategy has been a success and it iden�fied several infrastructure shor�alls which council had pre-empted and successful comple�on of our Mapoon Gymnasium facility has been welcomed by our community.
Installa�on of new playground area at the Blanco Park and Opening of the Mapoon Splash park has contributed toward the development of futuris�c community sharing its resources with local tourist from Weipa and atrac�ng interstate travellers to share our pris�ne country. This also provides our children the opportunity to mingle with people from other cultures and communi�es.
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council does not have funding responsibility for sport and recrea�on programs but run by PCYC in Mapoon. Council takes an ac�ve interest in the outcomes of the
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program and provides support by holding band nights, fishing compe��on, fes�vals, and social func�on to engage residents in recrea�onal ac�vi�es.
Council has commenced working with different Art and tradi�onal groups to ensure a variety of recrea�onal ac�vi�es are presented to residents.
CENTRELINK
Centrelink con�nues to be one of the services run via Council for the Mapoon community. Residents are offered support to navigate the computer, lodge paperwork and forms, etc.
This service is essen�al in Mapoon, as the nearest Centrelink office is in Weipa and transport is a major issue for majority of program par�cipants.
(Approximately 30 - 40 people u�lise the service on a monthly basis, and when the community has transits from other communi�es visi�ng or come to stay, the demand on the service increases.)
LAND AND SEA RANGERS
During the past 12 months the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Land & Sea Rangers have been ac�vely involved in conserva�on efforts regarding Land & Sea country that encompasses the Mapoon area.
The commitment, skill and passion displayed by the Rangers is the main ingredient to the success of the Ranger program. The program has been allocated another 3 years of funding from both State and Federal
Governments to which gives the Rangers more opportuni�es to con�nue their much-valued efforts.
Rangers have been striving to achieve posi�ve outcomes regarding all aspects of the Ranger program which entails - Fire management , successful burning of country in coordina�on with tradi�onal owner corpora�ons, neighboring communi�es and other stakeholders, Feral animal management- Due to consistent aerial pig culling ac�vi�es , turtle hatchling success rates have increased and less number of turtle nests are predated, and swamp plains have less evidence of damage caused by pigs.
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Turtle monitoring- Conducted for 31 uninterrupted days throughout August each year to which an intense system of data collec�ng is carried out by Mapoon Rangers and Turtle scien�st.
Shorebird monitoring - Conducted around the same �me as turtle monitoring, bird counts are collected to monitor migratory species, nests, and migratory paterns in rela�on to previous years data to assist Rangers in iden�fying any impacts.
Water quality, coastal surveillance, Croc watch & Weed management of rivers, creeks and swamps are monitored accordingly as well as wetland assessments being carried out to assist Rangers in iden�fying changes in environment.
Visitor management- Monitored frequently by Rangers, currently
upgrading systems to ensure smooth and transparent transac�ons between Visitors, Rangers and tradi�onal owner Corpora�ons.
Mapoon Rangers have also been engaged in fee’s for service projects with various organiza�ons which has built strong rela�onships to enable future works that also benefit our sea and country as well as building capacity amongst our Ranger team.
Mapoon Land & Sea Rangers will con�nue to further develop this program to ensure that the conserva�on efforts benefit both animals, plants and humans alike, implemen�ng cultural values, innova�on and technology where necessary.
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The Mapoon Land and Sea Ranger program con�nually exceeds expecta�on under the management of the Land & Sea management team.
With funding arrangements in place for the next three years from the State and Federal Governments; there is excellent poten�al to further develop this program ensuring many endangered species of animals and plants have a brighter future, while providing ongoing sustainable employment of locals as Rangers in Mapoon.
The Mapoon Land and Sea Ranger program con�nually exceeds expecta�on under the management of the Land & Sea management team.
With funding arrangements in place for the next three years from the State and Federal Governments; there is excellent poten�al to further develop this program ensuring many endangered species of animals and plants have a brighter future, while providing ongoing sustainable employment of locals as Rangers in Mapoon.
LOOKING TOWARDS 2020
MASC will focus on sustaining a robust, sustainable Council, economic development, inves�ng in infrastructure to improve the liveability, health, educa�on and connec�vity of our community.
2019/2020 our focus will be development of an economic development strategy which is to incorporate Tourism and Aquaculture. Successful consulta�on with tradi�onal owners and elder has resulted in blessing to venture into industries such as Tourism and aquaculture. Knowing land and environment protec�on for future genera�on is key to tradi�onal, culture and organiza�onal values in Mapoon, our focus will be to ensure appropriate signage are installed to educate incoming visitors and tourists. Working with Mapoon entrepreneurs, external stakeholder and Queensland Department of Innova�on and Economic Development our aim is to create different jobs to interest different individuals.
Working to build an economy that can provide jobs and opportuni�es now and into the future, Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council will deliver a greater prosperity for the region as we move towards 2020. Workforce development is our key priority, where our focus is to engage as many residents in a range of jobs to ini�ate and or capture interest and provide training and development as the success of introduced industries will be dependent on commitment of workforce. Our focus will be to concentrate on the development of facili�es to present op�ons to visi�ng tourists;
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1. Mapoon Cultural Centre where historical artefacts will be showcased, with a café which will present meals overnight stays and travelers.
2. Installa�on or footpaths, kerbs and channel drainage system, streetlights and CCTV to ensure that community and visitors live safely.
3. Development of our Barge landing area to minimize transporta�on and freight cost to Mapoon hence reducing cost of living.
4. Beau�fica�on of our community with tradi�onal themed sculptures,
5. Comple�on of our airport upgrade
6. Comple�on of our Aged Care facility with 4 independent units
7. Comple�on of Mapoon Church
8. Comple�on of 4 staff accommoda�on building
9. Comple�on of 6 community social houses.
Aquaculture is a new concept in the Cape and mee�ng has been ini�ated to discuss with key stakeholders their interest in a Prawn Farm which is assisted by CSIRO and council will con�nue to promote such industries.
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NUMBER OF MEETINGS OF MAPOON ABORIGINAL SHIRE COUNCIL ATTENDED DURING 2017/18 FINANCIAL YEAR Council meetings comprised of Ordinary Meetings, Special Meetings and Strategic Discussion Forums. The Ordinary Meeting has a membership comprising al l Council lors and the Mayor
Councillor No. of Mee�ngs
1. Addo 14
2. Guivarra 14
3. Brown 14
4. Mara 12
5. Smith 13
There are a number of requirements contained within Sec�on 186 and 187 of the Local Government Regula�on 2012, that are required to be reported within the Annual Report regarding complaints made about Councillors. During the 2017 / 2018 financial year there were no complaints received against any of the Councillors.
Breaches against the Code of Conduct Nil
Total number of staff code of conduct breaches Nil
Informa�on on Councillors breaching the code of conduct Nil
Number of complaints about code of conduct breaches by Councillors Nil
Number of recommenda�ons from conduct review panel Nil
Number of complaints resolved Nil
Number of complaints to Ombudsman One
The role of Councillors is to represent the community. They make decisions that benefit the whole Mapoon region, now and into the future. The numbers shown here represents the amount of meetings each Councillor has attended for the
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COMMUNITY FINANCIAL REPORT
COMMUNITY FINANCIAL REPORT 2018/19
The Community Financial Report is a plain English summary of Council's Financial Statements prepared in accordance with Section 179 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 .
1. 2018/19 Snapshot
Key highlights of the 2018/19 financial year include:
• The continued upgrading of council facilities, including the Mapoon Store and Blanco park.
• The construction of a Water Park
• The continuing airstrip upgrade, improving access to Mapoon • The construction of a visitor accommodation facility
2. About Council's End of Year Financial Statements
What you will find in the Financial Statements
The Audited Financial Statements of Council set out the financial performance, financial position, cash flows and the net wealth of Council for the financial year ended 30 June 2019.
About the Management Certificate
The Financial Statements must be certified by both the Mayor and the Chief Executive Officer as "presenting fairly" the Council's financial results for the year and are required to be adopted by Council - ensuring both responsibility for & ownership of the Financial Statements by management & elected representatives.
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About the Financial Statements
The Financial Statements incorporate 4 "primary" financial statements & accompanying notes which are as follows.
1. A Statement of Comprehensive Income
The Statement of Comprehensive Income is a summary of Council's financial performance for the year, listing both (i) regular income & expenses & other comprehensive income which records items such as changes in the fair values of Council's assets & investments.
2. A Balance Sheet
The Balance Sheet is a snapshot of what the council owns (assets) and owes (liabilities).
3. A Statement of Changes in Equity
Equity is the council's "net wealth", it is what the council owns once liabilities are taken away from assets. The Statement of Changes In Equity details the overall change for the year (in dollars) of Council's "net wealth".
4. A Statement of Cash Flows The Statement of Cash Flows indicates where Council's cash came from and where it was spent.
5. Notes to the Financial Statements
Provides greater detail to the line numbers of the 4 "primary" financial statements.
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About the Auditor's Reports
Council's Financial Statements are required to the audited by the Queensland Audit Office. The audit of many Queensland Councils is contracted to Audit firms that specialise in Local Government. The Auditor provides an audit report which gives an opinion on whether the Financial Statements present fairly the Council's financial performance & position.
Where to find a complete version of Council's 18/19 Financial Statements ? A complete version of Council's Financial Statements for the 12 months to 30 June 2019 can be found at our website:
http://www.mapoon.com/
Or at Council's administrative offices at:
Red Beach Road Mapoon
QLD 4874
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3. An Overview of this year's Financial Result & Financial Posi�on
3.1 Council's Statement of Comprehensive Income (Profit & Loss) for 2018/19
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Council's Opera�ng Result 2018/19
i
Expenditure
10,375
9,194
Net Result before Revaluation of leases 8,895 12,934
Revaluation of assets 3,667 -
Net Operating Result 12,562 12,934
The council's budgeted operational profit for 2018/19 was $1.328M. The budgeted profit, once capital expenditure had been capitalised was $12.934M. The council made an actual profit of $12.562 million, a difference of $ 372,000 or 2%. Overall Council & Management believe the financial result for 2018/19 to be satisfactory
Council's headline "profit/loss" result for the 2018/19 year was a $12,561,911 prof t.
$ '000
Actual 2019
Budget 2019
Revenues (Excluding revaluation of leases)
19,270
22,128.36
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Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Statement of Comprehensive Income for the financial year ended 30 June 2019
Actual 2018/19
(000s)
% of sub-total
Income (000s)
Fees and charges 36 0%
Rental income 522 2%
Interest received 64 0%
Sales revenue 4,613 22%
Other income 162 1%
Grants, subsidies, contribu�ons
and dona�ons 5,178 24%
Capital Revenue 10,848 51%
Total Income 21,422 100%
Execu�ve Finance Managers Commentary
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council made a profit of $12,561,911 for the year ending 30/6/19. If the revaluing of assets and leases is excluded, the council made a profit of $8,894,809.
Grants, subsidies, contribu�ons and dona�ons
24%
Other income
1% 51%
Interest received
22% Rental income
0% 2% Fees and charges 0% Income
40%
0% 39%
1% Expenses 20%
Employee benefits Materials and services Finance costs Deprecia�on and amor�sa�on
Capital expenses
Expenses (000s) Employee benefits 4,019 39% Materials and services 4,152 40% Finance costs -28 0% Depreciation and amortisation
2,104 20%
Capital expenses 127 1% Total Expenses 10,375 100%
Other Comprehensive Income (000s) Increase / (decrease) in asset revaluation surplus
1,514
Net Result (000s) 12,562
Sales revenue
Capital Revenue
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Income
A component of the council's $21.422 million revenue were Mapoon Store sales of $1.989 million , this revenue is offset by the costs of running the store which made a profit in the 2018/19 year of $58,088. The council established the store, not to make a profit but to provide a service and extra employment to the residents of Mapoon, giving the residents the opportunity to shop locally rather than travelling to Weipa in order to purchase goods. Any profit made by the store is channelled back to the residents of Mapoon.
In the 2018/19 period council generated (Non grant Income) sales in the following main areas
- Social Housing Maintenance
$ 2,450,773
- Landsea Contract Income
$ 139,088
- Store Sales $ 1,988,973
- Accommodation $ 343,029
- Administration $ 25,141
Expenses
Depreciation
Depreciation represents 20% of councils’ expenses. Depreciation is the estimated cost of wear and tear on all councils’ assets including buildings, water pipes, motor vehicles, roads etc. Mapoon Council does not receive any grants to cover the cost of depreciation, this may create future problems when the council needs to replace these assets but lacks the funds to do so. Depreciation is the largest contributing factor to the council making a loss. Capital Expenses
Capital Expenditure of $127,000 represents the disposal of redundant assets.
Materials & Services
Materials and supplies represent the cost of all councils’ purchases, including the purchase of goods to be sold in the store, insurance, materials for repairs and maintenance, stationery, phone and power costs, etc.
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Employee benefits Employee benefits represent the councils labour costs, this amount includes wages, councilor remuneration and superannuation
Finance Costs Finance Costs are comprised of Bank fees and the write off and provision for bad and doubtful debts
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-40%
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council
Council expenses by function for the financial year ended 30 June 2019
Expenses
Corporate Governance and Administra�on - Major Projects -
Land & Sea -
Community Services -
Mapoon Store -
Fleet Management -
Works -
$ '000
196.37
4,161.73
1,233.33
623.16
1,941.88
158.71
2,059.62
2%
40%
12%
6%
19%
2%
20%
Total Expenses - 10,375 100%
Execu�ve Finance Manager Commentary
The above expenses relate to the operation of councils’ various divisions These divisions can be broken into the following grants/projects
Corporate Governance and Administration Municipal Services Town Planning Rental Management Environmental Health Worker Indigenous Arts Community Housing (Rental) General Admin (non grant)
Works/Major Projects
Expenses
Corporate Governance and Administra�on
Major Projects
Land & Sea
Community Services
Mapoon Store
Fleet Management
Works
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Council Buildings Council Infrastructure
Land & Sea Rangers Working On Country Fire Management Operations Wild Rivers Rangers Pest Offensives Provision of ranger contract services
Community Services Child care School Holiday Program Natural Disaster Study HACC Animal Management Programs Cultural Heritage Management Art Projects Mapoon Day Elders Excursions
Mapoon Store Store operations
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MAPOON ABORIGINAL SHIRE COUNCIL
Elected Members & Senior Staff Remuneration for the financial year ended 30 June 2019
Elected Members Remuneration The remuneration of all Councilor’s is a fixed amount as set out by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal and is reviewed and adopted by the Council on an annual basis. The total remuneration & superannuation contributions of the Elected Members in the year ending 2019 are as outlined below.
Name Position Remuneration Superannuation Total Aileen Addo Mayor 101,700 12,204 113,904 Peter Guivarra Deputy Mayor 59,250 7,110 66,360 Polly Smith Councilor 51,796 6,216 58,012 Margaret Mara Councilor 51,796 6,216 58,012 Brenda Wheeler Councilor 51,796 6,216 58,012
Other Remuneration received by councilors is detailed below Paid expenses/allowances Name Position Amount Aileen Addo Mayor 3,489 Peter Guivarra Deputy Mayor 591 Polly Smith Councilor 871 Margaret Mara Councilor 1,733 Brenda Wheeler Councilor 1,407
Senior Management Remuneration
As per the established organisational structure, Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council currently employs 5 Senior Contract Employees. In accordance with the Local Government Act 2009 requirements it is required that the number of senior contract employees with remuneration packages exceeding $50,000.00 must be recorded for the period of 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019. A senior contract employee refers to the Chief Executive Officer and all senior executive employees of the Local Government Council. The table below is a record of the number of senior contract employees whose salary exceed $50,000.00
Package Range Number of senior contract employees within package range $50,000 - $99,000 1 $100,000 - $200,000 4
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Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council
Council's Wealth
Actual Actual 2019 2018
The major items that make up Council's wealth include the
following assets: $ '000 $ '000
Cash and cash equivalents
8,733
7,537
Trade and other receivables 3,086 1,617
Inventories 258 184 Finance lease assets 11,242 7,643 Fishing License 65 65 Houses 2,170 2,255
Other Buildings 11,849 8,776 Major Plant 55 73
Other Plant and Equipment 1,140 1,290 Road, drainage and bridge network 35,762 35,464 Water infrastructure 4,821 4,887 Other Infrastructure assets 3,411 3,418 Work in progress 3,114 739 Total Assets Council has funded some of its operations and assets by the
85,707 73,950
following liabilities:
Creditors- People the council owes money to
725
1,450
Net Community Equity (wealth) 84,981 72,500
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Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council 5 Year Snapshot as at 30/6/2019
Financial Performance Figures ($'000)
Income Fees and charges Rental income Interest received Sales revenue Other income Grants, subsidies, contributions and donations - Operating & Capital
Total Income from Con�nuing Opera�ons
Income from revaluation of Housing Leases and assets Total Income
2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
36 34 54 37 35
522 305 163 73 446
64 66 68 63 44
4,613 5,006 4,063 6,294 3,006
162 18 394 38 132
5,178 3,716 4,456 3,025 3,761
8,695 4,670 1,516 705 8,571
19,270 13,814 10,714 10,235 15,995
2,153 - 1,088 173 -
21,422 13,814 11,802 10,408 15,995
4,019 3,595 3,223 3,060 2,700
4,152 5,404 4,690 5,534 3,731
- 28 73 11 26 76
2,104 1,915 1,948 1,977 2,350
Expenses Employee benefits Materials and services Finance costs Depreciation and amortisation
10,248 10,986 9,872 10,598 8,857
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Total Expenses from Con�nuing Opera�ons
Total Capital purchases of PP&E
Opera�ng Surplus/(Deficit) (excl. Capital Income & Exps)
Financial Posi�on Figures ($'000)
Cash & Cash Equivalents
Total Borrowings Outstanding (excl. any overdraft)
(Loans, Advances & Finance Leases)
Total Value of PP&E (excl. Land & Improvements)
Total Accumulated Depreciation Net Value of PP &E Indicative Remaining Useful Life (as a % of GBV)
8,733 7,537 6,816 5,305 4,401
-
80,863 69,313 67,815 65,869 84,954
18,540 15,038 15,223 12,843 20,493
62,323 54,275 52,592 53,026 64,461 77% 78% 78% 67% 71%
Current Assets Current Liabilities Net Current Assets
12,325 9,546 7,959 6,123 5,535 681 1,413 1,807 1,094 802
11,645 8,133 6,152 5,029 4,733
127 360 3 18 13,698
11,048 2,468 1,927 - 207 - 6,560
2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
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Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Financial Sustainability Indicators for the year ended 30 June 2019
Actual
Actual
Long Term Financial Plan Projections
Ratio
Ideal Yr 1 Yr 2 Yr 3 Yr 4 Yr 5 Yr 6 Yr 7 Yr 8 Yr 9 Yr 10 % 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Operating Surplus Ratio 0 - 10 -21% 3% 6% -14% -14% -15% -15% -15% -16% -16% -17% -17%
Asset Sustainability Ratio > 90 77% 31% 145% 128% 56% 56% 56% 55% 55% 54% 54% 57%
Net Financial Liabilities Ratio < 60 -89% -110% -96% -105% -114% -123% -131% -138% -145% -151% -156% -161%
Executive Finance Manager Comments Operating surplus ratio Indicates the extent to which money the council received during the year can pay the expenses council incurred The Operating Surplus ratio indicates the council is unable to fund its' current operations, this is largely due to the fact that council does not receive funding for its depreciation expense.
Asset sustainability ratio An estimate of the extent to which the infrastructure assets held are being replaced as these reach the end of their useful life This ratio indicates the council is not adequately replacing its' existing assets. As with the Operating surplus ratio, this ratio is linked to the depreciation of assets not being adequately funded. It should be noted however the council does receive funding to repair roads and public housing a fact that is not reflected in the asset sustainability ratio.
Net financial liabilities ratio Indicates the extent to which council liabilities can be repaid with council revenues Currently the council has a healthy Net Financial liabilities ratio.
Council's Financial Management
Council measures revenue and expenditure trends over time as a guide to future requirements and to make decisions about the efficient allocation of resources in order to ensure the most effective provision of services. Whilst council attempts to ensure that its financial management strategy is prudent, the council's long-term financial forecast shows a financial position that falls short of funding council infrastructure whilst also being able to meet the community’s current and future needs. The council is highly dependent upon external funding, a situation it is attempting to resolve. These ratios are based on estimates and assumptions that will be heavily impacted upon by climatic, social and economic factors.
Asset Sustainability Ra�o
Opera�ng Surplus Ra�o
Net Financial Liabili�es Ra�o
2018
2018
20
19
2018
20
19
2020
2019
2020
20
21
2020
2021
20
22
2021
2022
20
23
2022
2023
20
24
2023
2024
20
25
2024
2025
20
26
2025
2026
20
27
2026
2027
20
28
2027
2028
20
28
2029
2029
20
29
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