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In pursuit of hoppiness

In pursuit of hoppiness

While arts and crafts is a well-known local hobby, there’s another type of craft gaining traction as a pastime: Craft beer brewing.
Aircraft noise update

Aircraft noise update

Now is the time to speak up and make some noise about aircraft noise. Let’s work together to re-instate the peace and serenity.
Community Champion: Peter Kearney

Community Champion: Peter Kearney

Peter currently consults via ‘My Food Garden’ where he advises on integrating sustainable urban agriculture into their environments.
Compare the pair

Compare the pair

Arguably, the Samford district’s most frequently encountered brown-and-white butterfly is the Common Crow - similar to the Common Aeroplane.
Getting to know us

Getting to know us

As we lead up to the AGM, let’s introduce you to the current Management Committee.
Are there wind-resistant trees?

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’.
Foot & Mouth Disease warning

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.