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Everybody needs good neighbours

Published on 10 September 2020

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Senior students of Mount Morgan State High have been the first to experience a new education program by Rockhampton Regional Council, aimed at providing soon-to-be school leavers with knowledge of all things local laws.

‘The Good Neighbour’ program was launched at Mount Morgan High today and presented by Council’s Local Laws staff, Portfolio Spokesperson Councillor Ellen Smith and Divisional Councillor Cherie Rutherford.

Councillor Smith said the program has been designed to arm Year 12 students with all they need to know about their legal responsibilities as they turn 18 and look to live independently of their parents.

“Often when people move into their own homes they aren’t necessarily aware of some of their new responsibilities and this program looks at doing exactly that,” Cr Smith said.

“It’s been wonderful to see the program launch and for students to speak one on one with our local laws team about the things they will need to keep in mind when they move out of home.

“The program covers things like parking in residential areas, activities that can be nuisances – such as noise, smoke or lights, and the importance of responsible pet ownership.”

Councillor Rutherford thanked Mount Morgan High for being a part of the program’s official launch.

“It’s been a great day and we sincerely thank Mount Morgan’s Year 12 students for joining us.”

Mount Morgan State High School Principal Dan Petersen said the school was excited to be given the opportunity to participate in the program.

“The program fits very nicely into our own student wellbeing program that aims to give students the skills to be positive members of their community when they leave the school environment,” Mr Petersen said.

Pictured: Mount Morgan State High School Year 12 Students, Councillor Ellen Smith and Councillor Cherie Rutherford.

Please note students at the same school are not required to socially distance in a school venue, as outlined in the COVID-19 Operating Guidelines for Queensland State Schools.