CLERMONT RAG FRIDAY JANUARY 11, 2019
SPARKLING LIGHTS ENERGISE FESTIVE COMMUNITY SPIRIT Sparkling lights and bursts of brilliant colour lit up streets across Clermont as part of Council’s annual Christmas Lights competition. A number of residents and businesses joined in the Christmas spirit in 2018 with some spectacular light displays impressing judges and delighting local residents. Mayor Anne Baker said it was pleasing to see the many wonderful entries from residents and businesses who had spent a great deal of time and effort creating the displays.
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“Congratulations to everyone who entered the competition in Clermont,” Mayor Baker said. “Thank you also to our judges and Councillor Jones who had the challenging task of selecting the winning displays.” Winner of the 2018 Clermont Christmas Lights Competition for Best Residential was ‘Winter Wonderland’ at 29 Blair Court. Best Business was jointly awarded to Ornabellas and Vivian’s while the Councillors Choice prize went to Abbie and Chase at 30 Blamey Street.
PUBLIC NOTICES AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS CLERMONT Isaac Regional Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from stall holders of arts and crafts, food and refreshments and entertainers to offer their services at: Australia Day Celebrations Centenary Park, Clermont Saturday January 26, 2019 5pm – 9pm This community event will be free of charge to the public enabling people to come together to celebrate what’s great about being an Aussie.
The event commences with a parade along Capella Street with traffic directed to the park where the celebrations take place. To register your interest or for more information please contact: Hayley Lyons, Place Officer Phone 0409 384 796 or email hayley.lyons@isaac.qld.gov.au Expressions of interest close 5pm AEST, Friday January 18, 2018.
This spectacular outdoor event gives us a chance to reflect on what we’ve achieved as a community and is sure to draw a large crowd.
CLERMONT BMX TRACK CONSTRUCTION COMMENCING - 14 JANUARY Isaac Regional Council advises Clermont residents that construction of the new Clermont BMX track will commence on Monday, 14 January with the project expected to be completed in March 2019.
Construction of the track is being co-funded by Isaac Regional Council in partnership with the Queensland Government under the Works for Queensland (W4Q) program. The 400-metre track is being constructed by contractor BMX Tracks Australia on land bounded by Copperfield Rd, Lions Park, Collins St and the Clermont Swimming Complex. Council requests that people remain clear of construction areas during this time for safety reasons. For further information please contact Council’s Customer Service Centre available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) Gary Stevenson PSM Chief Executive Officer
This project is co-funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program
ON THE SHELF
BOOKINGS
WELCOME TO 2019! A belated Happy New Year to all. We look forward to seeing our patrons and welcome new patrons. If you have recently moved to Clermont, visit the library to sign up for membership and see what the library offers. It’s not just about borrowing paper-based books and DVDS. You can also borrow e-books and digital audiobooks as well as access a range of e-resources through the Isaac Council website The library has scanning and photocopying and public computers with free internet access. Children’s programs are held several times a week.
SIGN UP FOR SUMMER READING CLUB Curious Creatures – Discover New Worlds is the theme for Summer Reading Club 2018-19. Isaac Libraries are participating in the Summer Reading Club Program during December and January. Summer Reading Club (SRC) is a free program that inspires a child’s imagination and instills a love of reading and libraries in children. SRC registrations can be made online at www.summerreadingclub.org.au/theclub or at the Clermont Library. Children who register through the library will receive a pack of SRC goodies. Clermont Library will hold SRC activities on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, from 10am to 11am, during January until the 2019 school year starts. Activities are: Thursday, January 3 – Create ‘New Species Discovered’ art piece Tuesday, January 8 – Make a friendly felt monster Thursday, January 10 – Create a ‘Curious Creature’ collage Tuesday, January 15 – How to draw monsters/dinosaurs Thursday, January 17 – Origami frogs, fish and other creatures Tuesday, January 22 – Make a yarn monster Thursday, January 24 – Aboriginal animal x-ray/dot art.
Bookings are essential for all library programs and events. Please call Clermont Library on 4846 3746. Please note: Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times when visiting the library, including during organised programs.
BABY BOUNCE, RHYMETIME, STORYTIME AND CRAFT Rhymetime and Baby Bounce sessions will not be held during the December/January school holidays. STORYTIME AND CRAFT (0-5 years) This is held on Fridays from 9.30am to 10.30am. Bright, vibrant picture book tales come alive when read by library staff along with a simple craft activity which helps enhance fine motor skill development.
NO HOLIDAY FOR STORYTIME StoryTime sessions will continue to be held on Fridays from 9.30 to 10.30 am.
BE ENTERTAINED WITH KANOPY Kanopy is a new e-resource available to Isaac Libraries members through the libraries link on the council website. Kanopy offers library members free access to over 30,000 movies anywhere, anytime. Kanopy makes it easy to find and stream up to 10 films a month for free with an Isaac Library member number.
NEW ARRIVALS Tow Old Men Dying by Thomas Keneally Shell Game by Sara Paretsky Where the River Runs by Fluer McDonald The Pearl Thief by Fiona McIntosh The Reckoning by John Grsiham Heads You Win by Jeffery Archer
AUSTRALIA DAY
C’mon Clermont, let’s celebrate this great country!
JOIN US AT CENTENARY PARK Celebrate and say thanks to those everyday community heroes during the Australia Day Awards ceremony followed by loads of family fun! WHEN:
Friday January 26 | 5pm - 9pm
WHERE:
Centenary Park
WHAT’S ON:
Capella Street Parade 5pm Free BBQ Jumping castle | Market stalls
MORE INFO:
Call 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) or visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/australiaday
THANKS TO:
The support provided by community groups and volunteers.
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ISAAC REGIONAL ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND ROUND TWO
ROUND TWO
Calling all local artists, arts workers and community groups in the Isaac region! Round Two of the RADF grants program is now open. We’re investing in creative and cultural experiences through the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) which strengthens regional communities, boosts cultural tourism, and enhances the quality of life in rural and remote towns and cities. RADF is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Isaac Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland. To apply for a RADF grant visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au and download an application form and the guidelines or phone 1300 ISAACS (1300 47 22 27) to speak with the Arts and Cultural Development Officer.
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OPEN NOW APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE 5PM ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2019.
APPLICATIONS ARE FOR EVENTS, PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES PLANNED FROM MAY 1, 2019 TO AUGUST 31, 2019.
RELIGIOUS NOTICES ANGLICAN CHURCH SERVICE ALL SAINTS’ CLERMONT
ST MARY’S CHURCH
Service times: Sundays 9am, Wednesdays 9.30am
Sunday 13 Sunday 20 Sunday 27
January 2019 Service times:
Crafternoon will be held each Wednesday afternoon in the Church Hall, commencing at 2pm. Please bring a piece of craft to work on and enjoy a chat and a cuppa.
8am 8am 8am
LIFE CHURCH
NEW CREATION FELLOWSHIP CLERMONT
Service time: Sundays, 9am Address: 58 Capella Street Office: Monday and Tuesday, 4983 2926 Ps Allan Kelly: 0417 095 918
‘Come as you are’ Service time: Sundays, 10am Address: Scouts Hall, Daintree Street Ps Trevor and Roxanne Cole: 4983 3980
Regular events: Mainly Music (0-5 years): Mondays, 9.15am Horse Riding: Wednesdays, 4pm - 5.30pm CLAW Youth: Fridays, 7pm - 9pm
UNITING CHURCH
UNITED CHURCH OF GOD (UCG) - CLERMONT Service time: Saturdays at 2pm Address: 80 Mimosa Street Contact: Ken Murrary (Elder) 0487 408 889 Website: ucg.org | beyondtoday.tv
Address: Cnr Daintree and Capricorn Streets. Contact: Rev Anne Nixon 4983 3484
Service time: Sundays, 8am Address: Cnr Capella and Box Streets Website: clermontcapellauc.org.au
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MEETING NOTICES CLERMONT & EMERALD BUFFALO CLUBS Meet at the Leo Hotel on the fourth Sunday of each month at 11am. For further information call 0408 060 291. CLERMONT PATCHWORK AND QUILTERS GROUP INC Monthly meeting held on the third Thursday of the month at 10am at 76 Capricorn Street, Senior Citizen’s Hall. New members and crafters welcome every Thursday and Saturday.
FORUM COMMUNICATORS is a public speaking group based in Clermont. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month (except school holidays) 5.30pm to 6.30pm in the Grand Hotel Function Room. Guests welcome. For further information contact Debbie McCann on 4983 2063. CLERMONT COMMUNITY HOUSING AND OTHER SERVICES
For more information call President, Linda Allen on 0427 880 961.
Monthly meetings held on the third Tuesday of the month at 5pm at Lagoona, 2 Lime Street.
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Please note: Meetings will be now held at the Clermont Hospital meeting room.
Meetings are held every second Thursday of the month at the Pottery Hut from 6.30pm.
New members/volunteers are most welcome. For information contact Les on 0458 595 440.
HEALTH, FITNESS AND SPORTS NEWS CLERMONT SPORTING SHOOTERS WANTING TO BECOME A MEMBER? Please contact Lloyd on 4983 2010 or Frances on 4983 1478.
You can also find us on Facebook @ SSAA Clermont Branch Inc.
We shoot on the first and third Sunday of every month.
The club will be holding a Firearm’s Safety Course on Saturday, February 2. If interested in attending please call Christine on 4983 2010. If no answer, please leave a message and she will get back to you?
Arrive at the range at 9.30am to commence shooting at 10am. Anyone who is interested in shooting rifles or pistols are welcome to attend.
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