Rochedale South Community

03/07/2026

It seems all I'm sharing here is about scams, but who else is going to let you know what's going on, hey?

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is implementing a mandatory SMS Sender ID Register. Any text messages you receive will either have the company name on them or will have 'Unverified' at the top in case the sender isn't a registered company with ACMA. I guess every little effort counts. I wish life were easier and not so full of scumbuckets.

This is Optus's notice regarding this:

03/07/2026

Once again, Scamwatch warns us about emails or texts from bad people purporting to be from the ATO or myGov. There's just too much of this kind of stuff happening out there. Don't click on any links in emails.

With tax time 2026 fast approaching, Scamwatch and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) are reminding Australians to be aware of communications claiming to be from the ATO or ‘myGov’.

30/06/2026

Following some videos of unbelievable fire incidents, especially since we have so many more things with batteries, such as e-bikes, e-scooters, EVs, chargers, and especially BUTTON BATTERIES and pretty much everything in our lives, just wanted to share a reminder to dispose of your batteries in a responsible way. There are drop off points managed by Logan City Council. Be a good neighbor and do the right thing.

https://www.logan.qld.gov.au/residents/waste-and-recycling/hazardous-waste/batteries?fbclid=IwdGRzaASuvNRleHRuA2FlbQEwAGFkaWQAAC_HrXUraHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHszbMVfNRDV4uOhJqc1YLKhsciyN5B0_SUbKUM-9iQfjrmm9F3Fxxa8PuAOJ_aem_HtEKtHk1VNsd0cQJm5NXzA&sfnsn=mo -4

Binning your batteries is a fire risk and is harmful to people and the planet

30/06/2026

Do you know about the nationwide alert that you are going to receive on your mobile device at 2.00PM on 27th July?

At the time of the test, a single Critical AusAlert test will be sent to every mobile device in Australia. Everyone with a compatible phone or other device in Australia can expect to receive the alert.

29/05/2026

The January 1, 2027 deadline is rapidly approaching. Will your home be compliant?

Plan to survive - get compliant smoke alarms todayNew smoke alarm laws are coming.Interconnected compliant smoke alarms means when one goes off, they all go off.All existing private homes, townhouses, units and manufactured homes require interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms by 1 January 2027. A...

29/05/2026

Did you know that you have to fill a Seller's Disclosure Statement when you sell your property?

What sellers need to know when selling a property under the seller's disclosure regime in Queensland.

06/05/2026

Your voicemail can be a lifesaver in times of disaster. Just thought I'd share this interesting guide. I hope you don't ever have to use it.

Before your phone battery goes flat and before you leave an area with reception do this

30/01/2026

From the Facebook group, Neighbourhood Crime Watchers - Community Intelligence. I thought it was a useful share.

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17qsRPAzyp/?mibextid=wwXIfr

24/12/2025

Wishing all my friends a wonderful and blessed Christmas, filled with love and surrounded by family!