Jon's there for Tigers - again

Pictured: Jon Mans at Tigers' ground in Rothwell, which he through Cyclone Alfred and its aftermath.

Jon Mans has been “invaluable” to Redcliffe Tigers in times of need and was there for the AFL club again during Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

The owner of JCM Maintenance Services, at Burpengary/Deception Bay, has given his time and staff free of charge during Rothwell Park’s previous floods.

As Cyclone Alfred hit Moreton Bay region, Jon was there again, checking the AFL grounds and pumps which keep water away from changing rooms.

It continues his close connection with Tigers. Jon played for the club from 1999-2006 and has been “back-and-forth since then”. His children may also be playing there soon.

Kylie Milstead, from Tigers Media said: “Jon has been invaluable to use over the years. He is hard-working and gives a lot to his community.”

In recent days, Jon has also helped vulnerable residents, doing free sandbagging for the elderly, cutting down trees and clearing cyclone debris.

He offered significant discounts to those hiring his equipment to clear storm damage and last week helped Ray White Deception Bay clean-up Fairy Way.

“It’s always bad flooding at Rothwell and it (water) comes up through the changing rooms,” Jon said.

“I just tried to stay on top of it with the pumps, clearing leaves and drains. Thankfully only a little got through this time.

“When it comes to events like this (Cyclone Alfred) people can be afraid to ask for help, so that’s when I try to support them.

“I’ve always been a strong believer in community …. I think the world’s a better place if we help each other.”