Cook Shire’s disaster management officer Sarah Frew displays just some of the prizes up for grabs as part of council’s Get Ready! Yard Clean Up Competition. Photo: Supplied.
Roll up your sleeves ahead of storm season and win big with the launch of the Get Ready! Yard Clean Up Competition.
The competition, which started 3 October and runs until 17 November, is part of the statewide Get Ready Queensland Week 2025 campaign (6–12 October) that urges all residents to prepare now for extreme weather and disasters.
Cook Shire Mayor Robyn Holmes said the competition provided motivation and reward for households to take action before severe weather arrived.
“Preparedness starts in our own backyards,” Mayor Holmes said. “A clean and tidy yard isn’t just about appearances – it can save lives.
“Every branch removed and every hazard cleared reduces the risk to you, your family, your neighbours, and our community when severe weather strikes.
“This competition is a way for residents to take action, protect what matters most and strengthen Cook Shire’s resilience ahead of summer.”
Residents can enter by selecting one of two categories. The Most Improved category asks participants to submit a “before” photo of their yard, complete a clean-up during the competition period, and then provide an “after” photo showing the transformation.
Those who already keep their properties in top condition can enter the Cleanest Yard category, which requires only a single photo.
Entry is free and participants must register and submit their photos online by 5pm, Monday 17 November.
The winners will share in almost $2000 worth of prizes.
Visit the website for details: https://www.cook.qld.gov.au/get-ready-yard-clean-up-competition/
