Sep-Oct 2016 Issue | Business View Oceania

232 Business View Oceania - September/October 2016 As far as other community programs are concerned, one of the most common requests by the local population was the need for an improved childcare centre. The previous service was not only limited but also outdated as the building itself did not meet modern standards while the opening hours were not accommodating to working parents. The new centre has been incredibly well-received by the community as the facility is outstanding. There are two comfortable, spacious, and bright rooms surrounded by gardens. It is a place where parents feel comfortable leaving their children and where the highest levels of care are provided Investing in infrastructure and tourism Investing in the community, particularly in infrastructure and public services, is very important to the Council. First and foremost, it is the only way to support the local economy. The private sector is absolutely vital, of course, but the public facilities and infrastructure have to be solid in order for others to invest in the region. The road network, for example, highly valued because of the region’s location in centre Queensland. It is an important checkpoint in the supply chain and transportation in the region so the Council has to make sure that