Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association
Proud owner & operator of The Village Pump community newspaper
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Advocating for residents
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Promoting sustainable progress
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Preserving ecological habitats
Serving, preserving & protecting the interests of the local community since 1970
The SDPPA works on behalf of the residents of Samford and surrounding districts to promote and protect the interests of the community.
We advocate on behalf of the community to local, state and federal representatives and take pride in the relationships built over many years which have enabled great progress.
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Latest SDPPA news
Notice of Annual General Meeting – SDPPA
The AGM of the SDPPA will be held at 7pm on Wednesday 21st September at The Samford Community Hub, as well as online.
Are there wind-resistant trees?
Many trees were brought down in our district during winds & a resident asked The Village Pump if there are ‘wind-resistant trees’.
Tribute to local resident, Marj Fathers
Many in our Samford Valley and beyond are mourning the passing of community champion Marj Fathers of Camp Mountain.
Foot & Mouth Disease warning
For over 130 years, Australia has been free of foot-and-mouth (FMD) disease. The disease is now on our doorstep.
Citizen science project update
Eco-Corridor birdwatchers visited QUT SERF to test a new app as part of our pilot citizen science project with TERN.
Behind the Business: Café Lagarto
At the Lifestyle Centre Samford, we speak to Café Lagarto’s owner, Natalie Ross about her & her business.
The Village Pump
The SDPPA owns and operates The Village Pump community newspaper – the ‘voice’ of the local community. This free community newspaper is proudly produced and printed locally each fortnight, showcasing local activities, events, community views, achievements, news and local business advertisers.
