Burdekin Shire Council is excited to announce the winner of the Mascot Naming Competition, with five-year-old Micah Kemp from St Colman’s Catholic School submitting the winning entry, ‘Prepared Pete.’
Micah’s name was selected as a finalist and then chosen as the favourite through votes from Councillors, Council’s Senior Leadership Group and the Local Disaster Management Group.
‘Prepared Pete’ emerged as the winner, with ‘Preppy’ and ‘Stormy’ as runners-up.
In addition to naming the mascot, Council received an overwhelming response to the colouring in competition.
To acknowledge the creativity and effort of our young participants, additional prizes werea awarded to: Age five to six: Chelsea Cavanagh, Millaroo State School; age seven to eight: Noah Hiscox, Brandon State School and age nine: Xanthe Godfrey, St Colman’s Catholic School.
Each winner received a Get Ready backpack filled with practical items such as a water bottle, radio, torch, first aid kit and more, along with a $25 gift voucher, stationery items and a pencil case.
St Colman’s Catholic School was also presented with a $1,000 gift voucher for school supplies.
Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said the competition was a huge success and played a vital role in encouraging disaster preparedness.
“Our young residents have shown incredible creativity and enthusiasm through this competition,” Mayor Dalle Cort said.
“Prepared Pete is a fantastic reminder of the importance of being disaster-ready, and I thank all the children and schools for their participation.
“These initiatives are a fun and engaging way to remind families of the importance of being prepared for the disaster season.”
