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CLERMONT RAG FRIDAY FEBRUARY 16, 2018

BIG-HEARTED RESIDENTS LOVE THEIR LOCALS Big-hearted residents in Isaac have got behind a program aimed at encouraging them to spend their dollars locally. The Love Your Local campaign which wrapped up in January, saw locals rewarded for spending $20 or more at businesses within the region. Mayor Anne Baker said buying local creates more jobs, builds better businesses and sustains a strong economy. “Love Your Local challenged residents and visitors to think locally for all their shopping needs,” Mayor Baker said.

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“Behind every local business is a local person, and a local story. “Each month six winners were drawn and given a $100 voucher to spend at participating Love Your Local businesses.” The Love Your Local Campaign was proudly supported by funding through Isaac Regional Council and the Local Buying Foundation. For more information, visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/loveyourlocal.

PUBLIC NOTICES 1080 WILD DOG AND FERAL PIG BAITING PROGRAM 2018 Isaac Regional Council would like to advise all graziers that the baiting program for 2018 is scheduled as per the dates set out below.

DATE CLAIMERS

Please note: Baiting will only be conducted during the below periods.

Monday April 9 to Friday May 4 A second round of baiting will be conducted during the period below to provide landholders with an opportunity to undertake further control of wild dog and feral pig populations.

MARCH

Currently this baiting period is scheduled for the dates below.

Monday August 27 to Friday September 21 Manufactured baits are available outside of these times, orders must be made in advance and delivery is approximately three weeks from order date.

CR LYN’S COLUMN This could be a bit of repetition from my item in the Isaac News but I reckon worth mentioning again. Australia Day - Clermont yet again showed its mighty country spirit and came out in full force. How lucky are we to live in such a great country and such a great town. Rain – gosh almost forgot what it was but we had a few inches and it was reasonably wide spread, so let’s hope that most places got some benefit. There are a few events in the pipe line and I will elaborate on these as the time gets closer. If you are like me you would probably forget what’s on if you are given too much notice. One thing I would like to mention is the work that the Work Camp does in Clermont for a lot of Not for Profit organisations. If you are a Not for Profit organisation and would like some painting done, maintenance, mowing , bits and pieces that need doing and you can pay for materials this could be a real option for you. Yes, there will be a bit of paperwork to fill out but assistance can be given so that it won’t be too much of a slog for you. This service is not meant to replace any of our local trades people but it just may help some of our community groups that may not have the benefit of mass funds. If this sounds like something you can utilise, pop in to see me and we will try and sort something out. Until next time.... Lyn

Clermont Markets

Clermont Historical Centre re-opens

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Manufactured baits are supplied ‘at cost’ and are available for purchase through Council. To book a date or for further information about this program please phone Patti Ruth, Administration Officer on 4846 3733 or Council’s Customer Service team available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227).

QLD Women’s Week International Women’s Day

Cattle Sale

Queen’s Baton Relay

APRIL

Clermont Markets

Cattle Sale

Anzac Day

MAY

Clermont Markets

Cattle Sale

Clermont Show Sale

Clermont Show - The Isaac Region Show

JUNE

2 8 - 11

Clermont Markets St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend

JULY

7 18 20

Clermont Markets Cattle Sale Clermont Sale

FEB 2018

WHAT’S ON IN CLERMONT PURE PEOPLE POWER

PROPOSED LOCAL GOVERNMENT INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN HAVE YOUR SAY: 5 FEB - 19 MAR Council is currently seeking community and stakeholder feedback in relation to a Local Government Infrastructure Plan for the region. The LGIP establishes a sustainable program of local infrastructure necessary to support population and employment growth including transport, water

and wastewater, parks and land for community facilities. Once adopted, the LGIP will be contained within the region’s planning schemes. Visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/infrastructureplanning to find out more or view the documentation in person at local customer service centres.

LIBRARY LOVERS MONTH

It’s time to add a new valentine to the list this Library Lovers Month.

Clean up your yard, check insurances and pack an emergency kit ready in the event of severe weather.

Join in the fun of ‘Blind Date with a Book’ and weekly chocolate draws. Reconnect with your local library from February 1 to 28.

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There have also been some great events taking place in Clermont and across the region with some addressing the hard questions around mental illness. We all know that mental illness is more common than we think so it’s great to see organisations tackling the issue head on.

Cr Greg Austen

Make sure you’re prepared for the forces of nature this storm season.

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These last few months have been very dry and the resilience of people in our communities seems to shine through hard times. I’m convinced more rain will come shortly.

Stay safe over the Summer months and be sure to drink plenty of water as the heat waves continue.

ARE YOU STORM READY?

Visit Get Ready Queensland’s website today at getready.qld.gov.au

NEIGHBOURHOOD NEWS

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Division 1 Clermont Rural & Glenden M 0418 794 010 E gregory.austen@isaac.qld.gov.au

Cr Lynette Jones

Division 6 Clermont M 0429 831 469 E lynette.jones@isaac.qld.gov.au

POSITION VACANT Cook/Roadhouse Attendant Gregory Roadhouse Clermont

Phone Ramesh on 4983 1591

FOR SALE 1 X 2012 6900 Western Star Prime Mover 1 x 2010 6900 Western Star Prime Mover new motor 1 x 2010 Haulmark B Double Cattle Trailers 1 x Haulmark Road Train Cattle Trailers All in good condition For more information please phone 0429 832 979

FOR SALE Electric Mobility Scooter in excellent condition and only purchased 12 months ago. Paid $7500 - Selling for $4500 Located in Clermont For more information please call Kathleen on 0429 025 486

KIDS’ CLUB IS BACK!!! It’s HOT out there so Kids Club is having a Beach Night. Be prepared to GET WET!! ***Wear togs and a t-shirt and bring a towel*** Who: Any kids from Prep to 6. Tell your friends When: Friday 16th February 4:00pm - 5:30pm. Where: Sign in at Sonrise Church, 58 Capella St, Clermont Games to be held at Rose Harris Park across the road Cost: FREE!!! Parents please sign your children in and out when bringing them. This year we’re running Kids’ Club on the 3rd Friday of the month (during term time). Next Kids’ Club is 16th March and is a Superheroes theme.

SCHOOL NEWS

SCHOOL NEWS ST JOSEPH’S

STUDENT OF THE WEEK FEBRUARY 5

Prep: Isabella Hutton for all of your hard work in Maths this week. It was wonderful to see you focused and determined when sequencing numbers into the correct order.

PRINCIPAL’S AWARD

Thomas Cook for the enthusiasm you constantly show in learning and the ways in which you share your ideas with those around you.

MAKING JESUS REAL AWARDS

Year 1 : Toby Turner for showing courage during difficult class tasks. Your never ‘give up’ attitude makes you a Year One super star! Year 2: Cooper Kenny for outstanding commitment, hard work and dedication to furthering your understandings in classroom learning activities. Year 3 : Georgia Hutton for your positive attitude you show towards working and behaviour. Thank you for contributing positively and insightfully to classroom discussion. Year 4 : Matilda Turner for your enthusiasm and participation during classroom discussions. You are always willing to answer questions and share insightful ideas. Year 5/6: Eamon Lawrence for the cheerful disposition you display each day in class. You happily and consistently engage in classroom discussions sharing your insightful ideas. Thank you for displaying the qualities of a leader.

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STUDENT OF THE WEEK FEBRUARY 12

Prep: Tom Burgess for all your hard work when learning the letter A. It was fantastic to see you listening carefully and stretching words out to see if you could hear the ‘a’ sound at the beginning of the word. Year 1: Anna Murray for turning into a big, brave Year 1 girl overnight.

McKinley Waters for going out of your way to help a friend without being asked. Your kind and helpful attitude in our classroom is appreciated. Thank you for making Jesus real McKinley! Olly Jenings for using kind words when a friend was upset. Your thoughtful words and your caring attitude made my day. The spirit of Jesus shines within you Olly! Sophie Witten for making others feel welcome and including them in your games at lunchtime. The Spirit of Jesus shines within you! Kash Johnson for consistently asking your teacher and classmates if they need your help. Your caring nature is appreciated and the spirit of Jesus shines within you.

Year 2: Hollie Foot for working hard and having an outstanding work ethic, while completing classroom activities. Year 3: Abban Burton for your cheerful personality and the way you start every day with a smile on your face. Thank you for being such an active and involved learner in all aspects of classroom learning. Year 4: Kobi Scott for your hard work and enthusiasm during Daily Five Rotations. You are always focused and ready to learn.

MAKING JESUS REAL AWARD Miki Beale for the positive encouragement and the kind words you give to your peers. You are always making someone’s day brighter. Thank you for making Jesus real!

CLERMONT STATE PRIMARY STUDENT OF THE WEEK - JANUARY 25

STUDENT OF THE WEEK - FEBRUARY 2

Prep W: Zoey C for consistently following our classroom rules and routine and being a great role model. Prep N: Jai-Li M for being a great learner when learning our letters of the week.

Prep W: Braedan H for watching, listening and learning during all lessons.

1/2 SH: Elias AA for being a fantastic learner.

1/2JH: Levi W for achieving 100% in spelling.

1/2P: Darla S for setting an example in exemplar classroom behaviour.

3/4A: Levi B for working independently to create a persuasive sentence.

1/2JH: Bonnie K for always being on tasks.

3/4B: Campbell S for being a responsible learner with great manners.

3/4A: Lucy F for persistence during math quiz. 3/4B: Isabella F for putting in effort to write a persuasive paragraph. 3/4C: Lily H for consistently being a great learner and following all instructions given. 5/6B: Hannah W for always giving 100% effort on her learning tasks. 5/6C: Lilly R for working hard and listening at all times.

1/2 SH: Eli B for showing respect for school property. 1/2P: Hayden J for being a very responsible learner.

3/4C: Ethan F for doing great work during maths and trying your hardest. 5/6B: Yazmin R for excellent short stories during our class daily write. 5/6P: Jacqueline V for showing great effort and learner qualities.

CLASS OF THE WEEK - FEBRUARY 2 - 5/6P

5/6P: Abigail C for an excellent effort in your STRIVE pre test. HPE: Korbie T for an excellent effort. HPE: Vaishalli B for an excellent effort.

MEETING NOTICES MEALS ON WHEELS CLERMONT Meetings will be held at Monash Lodge at 2pm - April 9, June 11, August 13 - AGM, October 8 and December 10.

CLERMONT & EMERALD BUFFALO CLUBS have amalgamated and meet at the Leo Hotel on the 4th Sunday of each month at 11am. Further enquiries call 0408 060 291.

New members/volunteers are most welcome. Further information contact Les on 0458 595 440.

CLERMONT STATE HIGH SCHOOL P& C will be holding their AGM Monday February 19 at 6pm in the School Library. All welcome.

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FOR SALE

126 Alpha Bypass Road - $460,000 MODERN HOME ON 4 ACRES - THE WHOLE PACKAGE! FEATURING: ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

3 GENEROUS BEDROOMS WITH BUILT-INS & WIR TO MAIN LARGE OPEN-PLAN LOUNGE , DINING & KITCHEN PANTRY, COOK-TOP, OVEN, RANGEHOOD & DISHWASHER THEATRE ROOM OR 4TH BEDROOM TILED OFFICE AIR-CONDITIONING & CEILING FANS THROUGHOUT ENSUIRE TO MASTER BEDROOM MAIN BATHROOM WITH SHOWER, BATH & VANITY INTERNAL LAUNDRY WITH CABINETRY LARGE COVERED ENTERTAINING DECK FENCED INTO SEPARATE PADDOCKS CATTLE YARDS WITH ROUND YARD & LOAD RAMP STORAGE SHED PRIME ACREAGE LOCATION

Take advantage of the location, the space & the peacefulness... AN INSPECTION WILL CERTAINLY IMPRESS! CONTACT LJ HOOKER CLERMONT ON 0749831011

CYCLONE DEBBIE FARM & SMALL BUSINESS RECOVERY COUNSELLOR

Servicing primary producers and small medium enterprise operators directly affected by STC Debbie in the Isaac, Mackay and Whitsunday regional council areas. JOHN PLAYFORD Farm and Small Business Recovery Counsellor 0475 755 000 johnp@rfcsnq.com.au

Delivering a free, conﬁdential and impartial service, John can provide: • Decision support • Identifying options • Assistance to access support RFCSNQ.COM.AU

Supporting rural businesses through all seasons

“CARRAMAH” CAPELLA CLEARING SALE Saturday 03 March 2018 10 am 1477 Retro Corry Road - 32km North West of Capella A/C BV & FJ Kemp TRACTORS, TRUCKS, TRAILERS: JD 8770 11118 hrs Trimble Auto Steer; JD 4850 10081hrs; Case 9180 3594 hrs; Kenworth C501 1998 6 rod 140 ton hydraulics Registered; Mack R model 1984 18 speed R/T hydraulics Unregistered; Acco 1991 T2670 cab chassis L10 9 speed Unregistered; Haulmark 2000 45 foot drop deck ramps Registered; Haulmark single deck stock crate 40 foot rebuilt Registered; Smith Chassis Tipper lead 30 foot grain extensions rollover tarp Registered; Freighter Chassis Tipper 20 foot Unregistered,1086 International Loader w/challenge bucket & forks, JD Loader 6110 w/-challenge loader,forks,4in1 bucket 3016 hrs. GRAIN, IMPLEMENTS: Vennings Grouper 8 ton 2 bin; Vennings field bin 45 ton; Vennings field bin 40 ton; Vennings grain cleaner slotted and woven screens near new; White chaser bin 16 ton; Westfield 73x 10 swing away PTO auger near new; Mitze 47 x 9 auger 18hp Vanguard; SCUD seed innoculator 100L 240v seed dresser; 3420 Trashfarmer 34 foot New Holland/Allfarm; Mason Deere 5O foot Gyral heads; Morris 60 foot frame Janke parallelogram units; Hydraulic fire harrows 45 foot; SR Gyral tow behind seedcart 3 bins (2x1.25 t) (one small bin); Superior 24 foot slasher; Gold Acres trailing sprayer 18m 3000L on 3m airbag plus 2m axle SUNDRIES, FENCING: SEKO Sam 5 500/150 feed mixer; Breckon 8 foot grain feeders x 3; Roswell 6 ton poly grain feeder; Unreg Toyota 1983 HJ47 ute; Honda 400 1997 4wheeler and spray tank; HIAB AW100 truck crane 1200kg @ 8.1m; Mobile Atlas Copco air compressor 2004 400CFM motor not going; 9x6 mobile cold room on tandem trailer; CIA Cattle Crush; Truck tyres; 1200 x 5 foot 6 black steel posts; Cattle rail end assemblies, Pallet 2.5 barb wire OUTSIDE VENDORS: Steel shipping container, assorted tools, welders etc. Plus other item too numerous to mention INSPECTION: Friday 02 March and sale day REGISTRATION: All bidders to be registered - Photo ID required. Payment on day of auction – cash or cheque only – NO EFTPOS Facility. GST 10%. Follow the signs on Retro Corry Road. Catering available on day of sale Photos Available: www.farmclearingsales.com.au

Vendor: Brendan Kemp 0427 580 298 Before 6.00pm Gavin Colwell 0409 820 820

Andrew Lewis 0428 824 226

Hoch & Wilkinson—Clermont’s Local & Independent Real Estate

Next Clermont Cattle Sale: Wednesday 14th March 2018 3 Haig Street

2/2 Blamey Street

47 Sirius Street

Freshly painted/new floor coverings throughout/split level/Immaculate kitchen/double garage/garden shed $260,000

73 Francis Street $400p/w

79/47 MacDonald Flat Road

$180p/w

68 Capricorn Street

Semi open plan/tiled dining area/ carpeted lounge room/3 bedrooms all with BIR/garden shed/fully fenced $195,000

17 Sirius Street 1,012m2 Freehold block/Walk in kitchen/Ducted A/C/ Polished floors/ Pot belly stove/Fully Fenced $270p/w

Rentals: 0428 153 400 www.hochandwilkinson.com

$ 250p/w

Office: 07 4983 1555 www.facebook.com/weloveclermont

$300,000

Sales: 0417 082 448 www.realestate.com.au

RELIGIOUS NOTICES ANGLICAN CHURCH SERVICE ALL SAINTS’ CLERMONT

SONRISE CHURCH

February Service times:

Service time: Sundays, 9am Address: 58 Capella Street Office: Monday and Tuesday, 4983 2926 Ps Allan Kelly: 0417 095 918 Regular events: Mainly Music (0-5 years): Mondays, 9.15am Horse Riding: Wednesdays, 4pm - 5.30pm CLAW Youth: Fridays, 7pm - 9pm

Sundays 9am Wednesdays 9.30am Communion: Rev Anne Nixon Parish Council AGM - Sunday March 18, 10.30am Anglican Hall Contact: 4983 3484 To hire the Anglican Church Hall: 4983 1435 NEW CREATION FELLOWSHIP CLERMONT ‘Come as you are’ Service time: Sundays, 10am Address: Scouts Hall, Daintree Street Ps Trevor and Roxanne Cole: 4983 3980

We are an ACC Church, everyone is welcome.

UNITING CHURCH Service time: Sundays, 8am Address: Cnr Capella and Box Streets Website: clermontcapellauc.org.au

ST MARY’S CHURCH February Service times: Sunday 18, 8am Sunday 25, 8am

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CLERMONT SHOW – The Isaac Region’s Show 28th, 29th & 30th MAY 2018

CALL FOR TENDERS GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO RAISE MONEY FOR YOUR ASSOCIATION / CHARITY / SPORTS GROUP The Clermont Show Committee is calling for the following tenders. Please address all tenders to; Clermont Show, PO Box 82, Clermont Q 4721 OR Email; admin@clermontshow.com

CLOSING DATE FOR TENDERS FRIDAY MARCH 9TH 2018 1.

MAIN BAR SERVICE at SHOW Tuesday 29th from 5pm to 12am (hour at Committee discretion). Duties include service of drinks and sales of drink tickets. Tuesday night requires 6 drink servers and 1 ticket seller at any one time. Further details and enquiries please contact Jamie Warren on Ph. 0418 510 987 2. BAR SERVICE – BEEF DINNER Tuesday 29th from 6pm to 12am (hours at Committee discretion). Duties include the service of drinks. At any one time, 2 to 3 people should be available for service. Further details and enquiries please contact Amanda Burnett on Ph. 49835176 or 0409585383 3. CLEANING SERVICE – BEEF DINNER Hours: Tuesday 29th May 2017, 11:30pm – 1am (hours at Committee discretion) Depending on venue, duties may include: Clearing/cleaning tables, taking rubbish to bins, re-setting tables/chairs or stacking tables and chairs, cleaning of bathrooms, vacuuming/mopping of floors within building. **The Beef Dinner Tenders can be combined as a single tender for the right applicant. 4. CATERING SITES Pavilion Main Dining Area – 27th, 28th, 29th & 30th May 2018 Agent Kiosk – 28th, 29th & 30th May 2018 Tender must include proposed catering menu. The tender includes catering and clean-up of kitchen and dining area (i.e. cleaning tables and placing rubbish in wheelie bins provided, etc.). Catering tenders must be fully self-sufficient comprising all cooking, storage facilities and cold room for the Agents Kiosk. Tenders may be submitted for individual days or for full duration of Show. Further details and enquiries please contact Joanne Salmond on PH. 49835362 5. WOODCHOP AREA CLEAN UP Tuesday 29th from 6pm to 8pm & Wednesday 30th May from 10am to 2pm (hours at Committee discretion). Duties include picking up of blocks/wood chips in woodchop area in between each event. Could be worked on roster system – successful tender will need to provide own rakes/barrows to shift wood to provided skip. Removal of tree felling timber with skidsteer/crane on Thursday. Further details and enquiries please contact Darren Marks on Ph. 0429835076 6. BEDDING HAY Approximately 100 square bales or 10 round bales (depending on nomination numbers) of decent bedding hay required (not wheaten, no mildew or mould) for Stud Section to be available the weekend prior to the Clermont Show – Saturday 26th May. Further details and enquiries please contact Rosie Robertson on Ph. 0418980600 7. FEED HAY Approximately 150 bales (depending on nomination numbers) of feed hay required for the Commercial cattle section to be available the weekend prior to the Clermont Show – Saturday 26th May. Further details and enquiries please contact Tim Cook on Ph. 0438832730 8. SHOWGROUNDS CLEANING AFTER SHOW Thursday 31st from 8am to 12pm to allow for Committee approval by 12pm. Duties include the cleaning up all areas of the showgrounds (duties at Committee discretion). Further details and enquiries please contact Scott Moller on Ph. 0427728425 Committee’s decision is final for award of tender and no discussion will be entered into. Where applications do not meet the requirements as detailed above, the Committee has the right to seek an applicant that is able to fulfil the tender.

PROJECT UPDATE FEBRUARY 2018

CLERMONT SUSTAINABLE WATER FRAMEWORK Work on the framework is complete and the final document was considered and adopted by Isaac Regional Council on Tuesday, January 30, 2018. OUTCOMES

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The framework is a study focused on providing water security and supporting future economic growth for Clermont. The framework will provide a framework to ensure a reliable long term performance of Council’s water supply to Clermont.

Approaches to achieve reliable and secure water supply over the next 20 years incorporating current and forecast demands.

The framework will enable Council to consider the most cost effective decisions and responses to water issues in Clermont. FUNDING

This will allow future projects and actions to be planned and implemented in accordance with growing water demands in Clermont.

This framework is supported by funding from the Australian Government National Water Infrastructure Development Fund.

The framework focussed on:

Council committed up to $225,000 that will be matched from the fund, to develop this essential report.

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Evaluating the technical, social, economic and environmental viability of potential new or augmented water infrastructure.

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Examining limitations and risks of identified options as well as actions to support growth catering for the continued development in the region’s mining, pastoral and agricultural industries.

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THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT NATIONAL WATER INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT FUND IS AN INITIATIVE OF THE NORTHERN AUSTRALIA AND AGRICULTURAL COMPETITIVENESS WHITE PAPERS.

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WELCOME

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR Kung hei fat choi - Happy Chinese New Year.

If you are a new Clermont resident, visit the Library ad enquire about membership.

Today marks the Chinese New Year. Traditionally this was a time to pray to the Gods for a good harvest, but it is now a celebration of the Chinese Culture.

As well as being able to borrow traditional books, library members can also borrow e-books and digital audio books through Bolinda Audio and Overdrive.

This year is celebrated as The Year of the Dog.

The Library also offers access to public computers, scanning, emailing and photocopying services and more.

Drop into the library and have a browse through our display featuring books on dogs.

NEW ARRIVALS - ADULT FICTION

Have you read about Sophie, the cattle dog who went on an amazing adventure? • Sophie: Dog Overboard by Emma Pearse is a • heartwarming tale of Sophie, who lived several months as a castaway on an island near Mackay and was reunited • with her human family one of which is Isaac Library staff member, Ellen Madden.

The Christmas Stocking and other stories by Katie Fforde The Rose in Winter by Sarah Harrison The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye by David Lagercrantz

GO ON A BLIND DATE - WITH A BOOK

BABY BOUNCE, STORYTIME, CRAFT AND RHYMETIME

We are celebrating Library Lovers Month during February and encouraging patrons to go on a blind date with a book.

The Clermont Library runs several weekly children’s sessions. They are a good way to connect with other parents with young children.

A selection of books are wrapped and placed on shelves RHYMETIME AND CRAFT for borrowing by patrons who won’t know what the book This is held from 9.30am to 10am every Tuesday for is until unwrapped. children up to five years old, where they can sing and Up until February 28 any adult patron who borrows dance to nursery rhyme songs. adult literature will go into a weekly draw to win a box of BABY BOUNCE chocolates.

BOOKINGS

Come along on Thursday from 9.30am to 10am and is aimed at children aged up to two years.

Bookings are essential for all library programs and events.

Baby Bounce is a chance for parents to interact with their child through movement, music and song.

Please call Clermont Library on 4846 3746.

STORYTIME AND CRAFT TIME

Please note: Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times when visiting the library, including during organised programs.

See you at the Clermont Library every Friday from 9.30am to 10.30am and caters for children up to prep age. Bookings are essential please phone 4983 4746 or email Clermont.Library@isaac. qld.gov.au

HEALTH, FITNESS AND SOCIAL FUN MAD ABOUT FITNESS Contact: 0448 007 263 Address: 41 James Road All classes and open gym are $15. GUT AND BUTT BLAST: Is a target class that focuses on strengthening and toning the nine core divisions of the abdominal plane, simultaneously blasting the three muscles of the buttocks, hamstrings and quadriceps. This will increase fat metabolism at rest and help slim and tone those problematic areas. Although not targeted, general whole body conditioning applies and while challenging, is more than suitable for any fitness level. OPEN GYM: This is your opportunity to use the gym facilities, there will be a basic weights program and WOD on offer for your utilisation, or you could just be creative and do your own training. LETS LIFT: This program has been designed to target the eight large muscle groups in a 45 minutes whole body workout. This is achieved through the use of barbell and dumbbell weights. This class is suitable for all fitness levels.

PROGRAM METAPWR: MetaPWR is a fast moving circuit, using moves that need strength, speed and power. All MetaPWR workouts use the entire body,involving your upper and lower body and core muscles.

MONDAY

Muscle is metabolically active tissue, so the more muscles you work the more calories you burn. The more calories you burn, the more productive your workouts will be and the faster you will lose fat.

WEDNESDAY

CIRCUIT TRAINING: This is a form of body conditioning or resistance training using highintensity/low-intensity aerobic energy. It targets strength building and muscular endurance. An exercise ‘circuit’ is one completion of all prescribed exercises in the program. It is highly enjoyable and recommended to all levels of fitness. METAFIT: This is a 30 minutes bodyweight training system that gets results! It is a functional and effective, metabolic workout that will change the way you train. Created by a former Royal Marine Commando, Metafit combines the latest HIIT techniques with traditional ‘old school’ bodyweight exercises to set the metabolism on fire.

CLERMONT SPORTING SHOOTERS WANTING TO BECOME A MEMBER? Please contact Lloyd on 4983 2010 or Frances on 4983 1478. We shoot on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month. Arrive at range at 9.30am and commence shooting at 10am. You can also find us on Facebook @SSAA Clermont Branch Inc. Shoot this Sunday is as follows: Pistol - Combined Services 3 Positional Deliberate 15 metre Rapid Fire Rifle - Combined Services 3P Core .22/.310 unrestricted shoot

9.30am Gut and Butt 5.45pm Blast TUESDAY 5.45pm MetaPWR 9.30am Circuit Training 5.45pm Let’s Lift THURSDAY 11.15am 5.45pm

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SATURDAY 6.30am Open Gym - 9pm SUNDAY 6.30am Open Gym 7.30pm

GOLF NEWS The first 4BBB qualifier was played last Sunday kindly sponsored by Roger and Marie Vine from the Clermont Motor Inn and Commercial Hotel. The winning partnership for the men’s event was Bill Faint and Peter Smith with Warren Marr and Ray Garland runners up. Pin and Approach shots were won by Ned McFarlane, Warren Marr, Ross Faint and Cec Mooney. The women’s event was won by Cath Allwood and Kathy McGuiness. Approach shots were won by Cath Allwood and Sandy Rieck. This week is the 1st Club medal for the year. There will be a Ladies’ Learn to Play Golf Day on Saturday March 10 from 9:00am to 11-30am. For more information phone Renee 0428 874 690.

HEALTH, FITNESS AND SOCIAL FUN CLERMONT SPORTS CENTRE Contact: 07 4983 1422 Address: 7 Jupiter Street www.clermontsportscentre.com

All small group training included in gym membership. RIP: A high intensity strength conditioning class using barbell and light weights. 45-1 hour in duration. Bring towel and water bottle. RIP EXPRESS is a 45 minute major muscle group workout. AXIS: Power to the core in 30 minutes. TRX SUSPENSION TRAINING: Every Suspension Training exercise builds true functional strength and improves flexibility, balance and core stability all at once. Intermediate sessions are higher intensity workouts as basics should be well ingrained in participants. THUMP: 1 hour boxing class. Boxing equipment is provided, inners must be worn and can be purchased for $5 from reception.

TRX FLEX incorporates strengththrough stretching. VIRTUAL REVOLUTION: Great music and a fantastic calorie burning hour of indoor cycling. You will learn correct technique for improved performance and have fun cycling.

Highest score possible 105.21 Fullbore: C Solomon 95.5, B Fouche 93.6, J Thornhill 92.5, K Solomon 89.6, M Murray 89.2

Highest score possible 126.21 F Class: N Byrne 105.2 Field Rifle 300 metres: N Byrne 54/75 .223 Ruger, J Thornhill 51/75 22/250 Ruger

MONDAY 6.15am TRX Flex 6pm Yoga 7pm TRX TUESDAY 6.15am TRX Flex 9.15am

Ladies Indoor Volleyball

10.15am

Ladies Indoor Volleyball

Bookings essential. This is a virtual run class - follow the instructor on the screen. YOGA: A class for everyone! For ages 5 and up to 90 or more. You will learn breathing exercises and positions that can help improve arthritic symptoms, insomnia, blood pressure, mood and aid with relaxation and flexibility. This class is suitable for pregnant women. Screening will be conducted prior to participation. Bookings for Yoga are essential. BOOTCAMP: A fun (mostly bodyweight) class run by Lockie. Based around cardio fitness.

5.45pm Rip Express 6.30pm AXIS WEDNESDAY 6.15am TRX Flex 6pm THUMP THURSDAY 10am Yoga 5.15pm RIP 6.15pm AXIS 7.30pm

Firearm Safety Courses now available. Just a reminder that we have a new scoped and peep sight club rifle available to new and interested shooters with full training and coaching from fully qualified range officers if requires. For any enquires please contact Jan Thornhill on 0408 980939 or Noel (Bear) Byrne on 0419 791 751 or email clermontrifle@yahoo.com.au

Mixed Indoor Volleyball

SATURDAY 8.30am THUMP 9.15am TRX 10.15am

CLERMONT RIFLE ASSOCIATION INC Results Beales IGA 900 metres

PROGRAM

Virtual Revolution

CLERMONT TENNIS For further information contact Robert Holmes 0448 831 694.

JUNIOR SOCCER Junior Soccer sign on will be held on Friday February 23 at the Clermont Sportsground between 3pm to 6pm. Further information please contact us on Facebook.

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