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CLERMONT RAG FRIDAY MARCH 16, 2018

Isaac region cycling product Anna Meares was the first to carry the Queen’s Baton, accepting the baton from Queen Elizabeth in London at the start of the relay. The Olympic, Commonwealth and World Champion cyclist started competitive riding as a youngster growing up in Middlemount.

COUNTDOWN TO QUEEN’S BATON RELAY The countdown is well and truly on for the arrival of the Queen’s Baton in the Isaac region next week as it journey across Queensland in the lead-up to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. The Queen’s Baton Relay will visit the communities of Nebo, Coppabella, Moranbah and Clermont on Wednesday 21 March and Isaac Region Mayor Anne Baker is urging the local community to share in the excitement of the event. “Share in the exciting experience of the Queen’s Baton Relay as it travels through our wonderful Isaac region on its journey to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games,” she said. “This is our region’s opportunity to share the dream in the lead-up to one of the world’s biggest sporting events, right here in Queensland. “I encourage you to showcase to Australia and the world, the pure people power which drives our regions by making this important occasion a day to remember in the Isaac region. “Join the celebrations in each host community and line the streets of the relay route to cheer on our local

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batonbearers as they experience this once-in-alifetime opportunity as part of the relay. Let’s work together to help energise this event as only the Isaac can.” Cr Baker said to ensure the safety of the viewing public, batonbearers and the relay convoy, temporary road closure and detours would need to occur in each community. “This will include restrictions on vehicle access to and from properties and businesses along the relay route, prior to and during the relay. Community safety is our number one priority,” she said. “The patience and cooperation of residents, business operators and motorists is appreciated during this time.” CLERMONT COMMUNITY CELEBRATION Centenary Park, 3.30pm - 6.30pm (relay 3.50pm to 4.30pm) To find out more visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/qbr or contact Council’s Customer Service Centre available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227).

ISOLATED CHILDREN’S PARENTS ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES 45 YEARS contributed by Alana Scott

In 2017 the Isolated Children’s Parents Association (ICPA) Clermont Branch celebrated 45 years since it was established. To mark this milestone the Branch hosted the ICPA Queensland State Council in Clermont for their mid-year meetings, which coincided with a night of reminiscing and celebration on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at a Boho-themed Cocktail Party. This event provided an opportunity for members, old and new, supporters and the community to celebrate and recognise the many achievements of the Branch and reminisce on the past 45 years. It was also an opportunity to recognise and acknowledge the commitment and efforts of local members. Rhonwen Tighe and Heather Jones, were awarded Branch Life Membership on the night, recognising their past and ongoing dedication and efforts within the Branch and wider ICPA organisation. Many dedicated and determined individuals have been involved with the Branch since its first meeting, which was called by Mr Charles Jago and chaired by then Belyando Shire Chairman Mr Jim Turner, on the 15th August 1972, with the inaugural Executive consisting of Mrs Barbara Nicholas as President, Mrs Pam Wall, Secretary and Mrs Sue Jago in the role of Treasurer. Special mention must go to the following people, who have made significant contributions to the Branch: Barbara Nicholas, Pam Wall, Sue Jago, Pam Pownall, Bea Tighe, Charles Jago, Bev Maguire, Sue Sullivan, Rhonda Sanderson, Fay Nugent, Margaret Hayward, Paula Heelan, Cynthia Daniels, Robina Martin, Joyce

Day, Alison Finger, Raye O’Sullivan, Del Luke, Jennie Purvis, Adele Hughes, Jan Burnett, Tricia Dennis, Mary Lund, Tricia Dennis, Sue Rickertt, Debbie Gibson, Sandra O’Neill, Kate Moller, Leanne Bourne, Leanne Watts, Leanne Luke, Cathie Fernie, Sharon Fletcher, Cynthia Anderson, Sharon Conachan and of course newly awarded life members, Heather Jones and Rhonwen Tighe, along with many others too numerous to mention. Heather and Rhonwen join a small but highly regarded group of fellow life members the late Sue Jago, Raye O’Sullivan, Jennie Purvis and Del Luke. Most recently, Cathie Fernie was part of State Council, with Jennie Purvis, Barbara Nicholas, Bea Tighe, Charles Jago, LeeAnn Boyd, Fay Nugent and Adele Hughes having all taken on roles on Council over the years. With such a strong membership base of individuals and families, over the past 45 years the Branch has consistently supported students and families in the local district, along with the state and federal councils of the organisation, pursuing equity of access to education for isolated students throughout Queensland and Australia and has played a part in many success stories. The ICPA strives to achieve this goal throughout all levels of education, from early childhood, primary, secondary, through to tertiary levels and the Clermont Branch has played an integral part in supporting these efforts over the past 45 years. From the establishment of Schools of Distance Education to the development of LAFHAS, AIC, conveyance and other allowances, along with

supporting rural bus runs in the district, VISE and so many other issues associated with the education of bush kids, the Branch is renowned for its achievements. Most recently, the Branch has supported the CDEG organisation, as well as provided assistance to Blair House Student Hostel and the Clarke Creek State School Cyclone Debbie recovery. Of course, when discussing the achievements of the ICPA Clermont Branch it would be remiss to not specifically mention the Country Hospitality cookbook, now with its second edition in print. Originally collated and published in 1979 by the Branch to help cover costs for delegates to State and Federal conferences as well as support state and federal council with costs, the cookbook is a well-recognised symbol of the Branch and has proven to be an ongoing success story. Also, a well-known and ongoing accomplishment of the Branch at a local level is the annual ICPA Sports Camp. The annual sports camp has been conducted for small rural schools and distance education students in the district for almost three decades, with the second generation of some families now attending the event. This year a record number of 136 students were able to attend the week-long event in Clermont, where these students are given the opportunity to participate in a range of sports, with specialist coaching, along with a range of other activities throughout the week. The current Executive - Alana Moller, Graham Garside, Christy Moller, Cynthia Walker and Kasie Scott were proud to have the opportunity to acknowledge our predecessors and celebrate the Branch’s achievements over the past 45 years and look forward to what the next 45 years may bring. The Executive would also like to thank all who assisted in any way in the lead up to and over the weekend, ensuring State Council were well looked after, along with organising a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable celebration to showcase the Branch’s achievements. If you would like to join the ICPA Clermont Branch or wish to purchase a Country Hospitality Cookbook to support the Branch please contact clermonticpa@gmail.com

MONASH LODGE INC Meeting held on the second Wednesday of every month at 4pm in the meeting room at Monash Lodge.

MARCH

Queen’s Baton Relay

Senior Citizens Association Inc Mini Cent Sale

St Joseph’s Family Fun Day

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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.

Clermont Markets Cattle Sale

Anzac Day

MAY

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QCWA Cent Sale BA Bush Sports Campdraft and Rodeo Clermont Markets Cattle Sale Qld Small Business Week

Clermont Show Sale

Clermont Show - The Isaac Region Show

JUNE

8-11 BELYANDO COMBINED REPEATER ASSOCIATION INC will be holding their AGM at the Commercial Hotel Dining Room this Friday, March 16 at 5pm. This will be followed by a Committee Meeting. Hope to see you all there.

Queensland Youth Week

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

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Clermont Markets St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend Clermont Gold Cup Campdraft

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CREATIVE JUICES SET TO FLOW FROM RADF FUNDS Clever and innovative artists will visit Isaac towns from the outback to the coast after funding has been released to two Isaac groups.

closes on April 20, 2018.

Isaac Regional Council has announced more than $2500 for the arts from Round One of the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF).

The Regional Arts Development Fund is a

Clermont Artslink and the St Lawrence Arts Group will receive funding to deliver workshops in March and April. Mayor Anne Baker said the latest round in funding will help bring gifted artists to develop local talent in Isaac. “Well known textile artist Jane Grove will hold workshops on machine embroidery and patchwork techniques in the We’re Sewing Outback March 16-18 weekend in Clermont,” Mayor Baker said. Round Three of the RADF grants opens on March 5 and

To be eligible for consideration, the Round Three applications must involve events, programs or activities happening from October 1 to December 31, 2018. partnership between the Queensland Government and Isaac Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland. The Queensland Government, through Arts Queensland, is contributing $2.08 million to the 2017-18 RADF partnership across 59 councils state-wide. For more information or 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.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST 100 Objects Exhibition, Clermont Historical Centre

Isaac Regional Council offers a wide range of exciting career and employment opportunities throughout the region. Our vision is to energise the world and our mission is to feed, power and build communities. The Clermont Historical Centre, an Isaac Regional Council run entity, is seeking expressions of interest for volunteers to offer their services as exhibition monitors during the 100 Objects Exhibition. The exhibition, which will run until December, and will feature many local treasures which until now have not been exhibited. It’s a great chance for locals and tourists alike to explore Clermont’s eclectic and colourful history as well as discovering stories. The centre is looking for volunteers between these days and times: • • • • • • •

Wednesdays 9am to 12noon Wednesdays 12noon to 3pm Thursdays 1pm to 3pm Fridays 9am to 12noon Fridays 12noon to 3pm Saturdays 9am to 12noon Saturdays 12noon to 3pm

For more details on this Volunteer position visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au or contact the Manager Arts and Library Services Jennifer Clark: (07) 4846 3408, Email: Jennifer.Clark@isaac.qld.gov.au during business hours. To submit your expression of interest go to www.isaac.qld.gov.au/tenders-and-eoi-s Applications close: Sunday 25 March 2018 Isaac Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

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Share the Dream of the Queen’s Baton as it travels throughout Australia. Share your Queen’s Baton stories @

#QBR2018

For more info go to GC2018.COM/QBR

The Gold Coast 2018 Queen’s Baton will be visiting our community on:

21st MARCH 2018

Clermont COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS

From 3.30pm to 6.30pm at Centenary Park

PUBLIC NOTICES QUEEN’S BATON RELAY ROAD CLOSURES - Wednesday, 21 MARCH Residents are advised there will be road closures and detours in place for the safety of the viewing public, baton bearers and the relay convoy. Vehicle access to and from properties and businesses on the relay route will be restricted prior to and during the relay.

The following road closures will be in place: • •

Collins St (outside swimming pool) closed 2pm to 3.45pm Collins St to Tropic St (via Copperfield Rd and Jellicoe St) – all intersections closed 3.45pm-4.05pm, reopening as relay convoy passes.

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Tropic St to Lime St (via Herschel St and Capella St) all intersections closed 4pm to 4.35pm, reopening as relay convoy passes. Lime St at Centenary Park, closed 3pm-6pm

Community members planning to drive to watch the relay are advised to park in nearby side streets and walk to the relay route, rather than parking along route itself. Vehicles parked along on the relay route will not be able to be moved once road closures are in place. For security reasons, motorists are advised to lock and leave their car and not remain seated in a parked vehicle.

APPLICATION FOR PERMISSION TO INSTALL LICENSED STOCK GRID Notice is hereby given that it is the intention of Shaun Lovelock on behalf of Adani Mining Pty Ltd to apply to Isaac Regional Council for permission to install licensed stock grids, associated fencing and gates, across the road know as Moray-Carmichael Boundary Road at the following co-ordinates as mentioned in the map below:

Location 1: 464257 E 7571599 S Location 2: 461887 E 7574201 S Location 3: 457749 E 7572346 S

The application maybe inspected at the Isaac Regional Council Administration Office, Batchelor Parade, Moranbah, and objections may be lodged in writing, setting out the grounds for such objections to:

The Chief Executive Officer PO Box 97, Moranbah, Qld, 4744 on or before March 20 2018. If you require 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

SCHOOL NEWS STUDENT OF THE WEEK

ST JOSEPHâ€™S PRINCIPALâ€™S AWARD Darcie Moore for following in the footsteps of Mary Mackillop and never seeing a need without doing something about it. Darcie assists teachers and other students constantly and demonstrates fantastic leadership to others around her.

MAKING JESUS REAL AWARDS Prep: Layla Gouge for your fantastic work last week when being a letter c detective. Year 1: Ariana Hamill for being an enthusiastic, cheerful class member who is always willing to help her peers. Year 2: Sophie Witten for your enthusiasm and participation during classroom activities. Year 3: Johanna Hamill for being a fantastic class member.

Cooper Nairn and Clayton Longergan for the support and dedication you both show towards your buddy during buddy time with Prep. You are both true models and the spirit of Jesus shines within you both.

Year 4: Scarlett McDonald for your reading improvement. Year 5/6: Cooper Hutton for the dedication you show in class every day.

CLERMONT STATE PRIMARY STUDENT OF THE WEEK

3/4B: Kendra P for working hard on all tasks to be a great learner. 3/4C: Oskar J for always working to the best of his ability on every tasks. 5/6B: Avah L for giving 100% effort in all her learning tasks. 5/6C: Hunter S for having a happy and enthusiastic attitude towards his maths work. 5/6P: Brody R for a fantastic effort on your reading assessment. HPE: Kohan S for being a polite courteous respectful learner.

Prep W: Jack C for putting in an outstanding effort in all tasks this week. Prep N: Ella S for always being an eager learner in all tasks. 1/2P: Isaiah R for working so hard on math concepts and adding great adjectives to your writing. 1/2SH: Riley S for making good decisions for your learning and being a thoughtful friend. 1/2 JH: Courtnie L for moving up four levels on your sight words. 3/4A: Brianna DA for using a range of model verbs.

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CLERMONT RODEO & SHOW SOCIETY INC.

 Membership Form may be completed by email to          

secretaryclermontr.s@outlook.com or by post. Family Membership $33.00 (2 adults & all family members Under 15 Years); Single Membership $16.50 Members receive free entry to all events held by the Rodeo & Show Society throughout the year: Rodeo, Show & Campdraft All members are eligible for a ‘Member’s Draw’ at the Clermont Show – The Isaac Region’s Show A Membership List is held at the gate during the Rodeo and Show. If you are a Life Member, payment is not required. Payment is due by 31st March 2018 It is not possible to pay membership during any of the events Please pay by direct deposit: ANZ BSB: 014-550 A/C: 3994 94267 Ref: Surname and initial or Pay by cheque & post to: Clermont Rodeo & Show Society Inc., PO Box 790, CLERMONT, QLD 4721 Mark these dates on your calendar for 2018: * 28th April – Clermont Rodeo * 28th – 30th May - 150th Celebration - Clermont Show * 14th – 17th June – Clermont Gold Cup Campdraft

PAYMENT DUE BY 31 March 2018

Please detach and forward with your remittance to: PO BOX 790, CLERMONT 4721 NAME/S: .................................................................................................

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BANKING DETAILS: (If paying by EFT please use your name as the reference & return this slip to the above address)

A/C NAME: Clermont Rodeo & Show Society Inc REF: Surname & initial BSB: 014-550 A/C #: 3994 94267

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RELIGIOUS NOTICES ANGLICAN CHURCH SERVICE ALL SAINTS’ CLERMONT

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ST MARY’S CHURCH February Service times: Sunday 18, 8am Sunday 25, 8am March Service times: Sunday 1 Easter Sunday, 8am Sunday 8, 8am Sunday 15, 8am Sunday 22. 8am Sunday 28, 8am

NEW CREATION FELLOWSHIP CLERMONT ‘Come as you are’ Service time: Sundays, 10am Address: Scouts Hall, Daintree Street Ps Trevor and Roxanne Cole: 4983 3980

SONRISE CHURCH

KIDS CLUB - BACK WITH A BANG

We are an ACC Church, all welcome. 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 - 9

The weather didn’t deter a group of students getting together for the relaunch of Kids Club. After a hiatus, the Club run by Life Church, opened its doors for a beach themed afternoon of water fun on Friday February 16.

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Kids Club is being held on the third Friday of every month from 4pm to 5.30pm and open to any kids from Prep to Grade 6. It meets at Life Church, 58 Capella Street and is free to attend. Parents/guardians are asked to sign their children in and out when attending. Next Kids Club will be held today Friday March 16, and has a Superhero theme. Kids are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite Superhero or make up their own. Prizes will be awarded for costumes.

Service time: Sundays, 8am Easter Services: Palm Sunday March 24, 8am Maundy Thursday March 29, 6.30pm at Anglican Church Good Friday Procession March 30, 3pm beginning Anglican Church Easter Sunday April 1, 8am Address: Cnr Capella and Box Streets Website: clermontcapellauc.org.au

Around 20 children and leaders gathered in Rose Harris Park to have fun with waterbombs and generally get wet. And did they get wet! The wind, rain and thunder kicked in and they managed to all escape being totally drenched by finishing the games off undercover in the Church.

CLERMONT RAG ADVERTISING DISCLAIMER The Clermont Rag is a weekly publication circulated throughout the Isaac Region. The views expressed are not necessarily the views of the Isaac Regional Council or the editor (the “Editor”) or the distributors. While every care has been taken in the preparation of The Clermont Rag, the Editor and distributors cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions, whether whole or in part, including those caused by negligence, in this publication. The Editor and distributors do not guarantee, and accept no legal responsibility whatsoever arising from or in connection to the accuracy, reliability, correctness or completeness of any material contained within this publication. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Editor and distributors disclaim all responsibility and all liability for all expenses, losses, damages and costs you might incur arising out of, or in any way related to, the information being inaccurate or incomplete. Owing to space restrictions, the Editor reserves the right to edit long articles. The Clermont Rag does not take positions on any political issue, nor does it endorse any candidate.

The publication therefore does not print any advert, article or any submission which can be deemed to contain content of a political nature and reserves the right to remove any advert, article or submission prior to publication. Further, any advert, article or submission must be ethical and professional in all dealings and the Editor reserves its unfettered right to confirm or delete listings as required.

ADVERTISING IN THE RAG All paid advertisements must be paid for prior to printing. Unpaid ads will not be printed. Payment is to be made at the Council Office or by contacting 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) and speaking with a customer service officer. No accounts will be issued.

COLOUR ADVERTISING Colour advertising in the Rag will be limited. If you require colour advertising then booking in advance is advisable. Please ensure that all items are emailed prior to the closing time of 5pm Monday in word or as a pdf or jpeg file. Email your Clermont Rag items to therag@isaac.qld.gov.au Please note: a Privacy Form is required to be completed before any item can be published in the Clermont Rag.

TerraCom, owners of Blair Athol Coal Mine, will have periodically, projects required to be completed by specialist parties on the mining lease at Clermont. We are asking for expressions of interest from companies or individuals (ABN is required) on skills, capabilities, relevant experience, availability (peak/off peak times) and rates, to support planning for these projects. Examples of TerraCom’s requirements are detailed below: • Fencing – installation and repairs - stock and security • Weed management – assessments and spot treatments • Demolition and waste removal i.e. concrete pad removal • Topsoil – salvage; relocation; application • Mulching – standing vegetation; application; supply • Concreting – formwork, supply • Native tree, shrub and grass seed – supply and distribution • Civil – road construction; road surface repairs; dust suppressants, sediment dams, drainage, rock channels • Equipment - dry and wet hire (e.g. skid steer loaders, rollers, excavators, compactors, water trucks, graders, backhoes, rear dump and side tipper trucks) • Gardening and tree lopping services • Carpentry / Antenna installation services TerraCom’s commercial terms can be downloaded from www.terracomresources.com. Please provide information to the email: BlairAtholEOI@terracomresources.com

CLERMONT SES The Clermont SES is always in need of volunteers. All SES volunteers are trained and equipped to help their communities with the primary purpose of helping our most vulnerable community members. For more information please contact Trevor Baldock on 0427 129 412.

CLERMONT SHOWGROUNDS ANNOUNCER’S BOX Request for Tender: IRCT2025-0218-111 Isaac Regional Council invites tenders from experienced building contractors to undertake the construction of the Clermont Showgrounds Announcer’s Box. Lodgement of Tenders: via LG Tenderbox www.lgtenderbox.com.au no later than 12pm AEST, Friday 23 March 2018. Tender enquiries: LG Tenderbox tender forum at www.lgtenderbox.com.au. Registering on the LG Tenderbox site allows you to sign into the site and download or upload tender documents and participate in tender forums. The online forum provides a place to comment on the tender and obtain further clarification if needed. In order to submit a post you must be logged in, have downloaded specification documents for this tender and the tender must not be closed.

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ON THE SHELF

STORY TIME GOES WILD Story Time will be ‘going wild’ at the Clermont Civic Centre on Friday, March 23. Isaac Libraries and the First 5 Forever program is bringing puppeteer/storyteller, Roslyn Campbell from Wild Puppets to several Isaac communities, including Clermont, for a free performance of her Room in a Broom show. Room in a Broom will be performed at the Clermont Civic Centre on March 23, from 9.30am to 10.30am. Bookings are essential. The Clermont Library will not be holding the normal Story Time session on March 23 as parents/caregivers and their young children are encouraged to attend Room in a Broom and learn more about the First 5 Forever program.

DOWNLOAD FOR EASTER If you are travelling away for Easter, have you thought about downloading a digital audiobook or two to listen to while on the road? Digital audiobooks and ebooks can be borrowed through Bolinda Borrowbox or Overdrive. There are many titles and genres to choose from, including fiction and non-fiction, for both children and adults. If you are an Isaac Libraries member but haven’t signed up for Borrowbox or Overdrive, see the friendly library staff to sign up for Borrowbox and Overdrive.

BAG A SALE SHELF BARGAIN New stock is constantly being added to the sale shelves at the Clermont Library so come in, have a browse and grab some bargain-priced books. Most of the ‘sale shelf’ stock is preloved library books, DVDs and othe items.

NEW ARRIVALS - ADULT FICTION •

Murder at the Mill by M B Shaw

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All That Glitters by Diana Palmer

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Great Alone by Kristin Hannah

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The Agency by James Phelan

BOOKINGS 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, STORYTIME, CRAFT AND RHYMETIME The Clermont Library runs several weekly children’s sessions. They are a good way to connect with other parents with young children. RHYMETIME AND CRAFT This is held from 9.30am to 10am every Tuesday for children up to five years old, where they can sing and dance to nursery rhyme songs. BABY BOUNCE Come along on Thursday from 9.30am to 10am and is aimed at children aged up to two years. Baby Bounce is a chance for parents to interact with their child through movement, music and song. STORYTIME AND CRAFT TIME 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

SPOTLIGHT ON AUTHOR British author, Penny Vincenzi passed away peacefully on 25 February, 2018. Her first novel, Old Sins was published in 1989. Vincenzi’s first job was working in the Harrods library. She then went to secretarial college and later worked as a journalist before taking up fiction writing full-time.

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.

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TRX FLEX incorporates strength through 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.

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

Mixed Indoor Volleyball

SATURDAY 8.30am THUMP 9.15am TRX 10.15am

Virtual Revolution

CLERMONT SPORTING SHOOTERS WANTING TO BECOME A MEMBER?

We shoot on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month.

Results from Lever Action/Rimfire Field Rifle Match held March 4: M Angel 281.05, P Abbay 261.04, L Marteene 251.01, Meg Angel 248, M Hall 212, E Lohunov 206, Murray 143, C Marteene 133, Emma A 285.02.

Arrive at range at 9.30am and commence shooting at 10am.

We are holding a firearm Safety Course on Saturday March 24.

You can also find us on Facebook @SSAA Clermont Branch Inc.

If interested please call Christine on 0429 833 052 to book.

Please contact Lloyd on 4983 2010 or Frances on 4983 1478.

CLERMONT RAG

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.

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. 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. 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 RIFLE ASSOCIATION INC Results from Sunday March 11 Cool Auto Electrics 600 metres

Firearm Safety Courses now available.

Highest score possible 105.21

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.

Fullbore: C Solomon 102.6, A Wilson 101.5, B Fouche 97.6, L Solomon 96.7, E Cronin 91.3 Highest score possible 126.21 F Class: M Kerlin 114.4, Z Rolfe 111.1, D Rolfe 106.4, A Wilson 106.1, Sean 91.2

For any enquires please contact Jan Thornhill on 0408 980939 or Noel (Bear) Byrne on 0419 791 751 or email clermontrifle@yahoo.com.au

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

Metafit

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

GOLF NEWS Last Saturday we held a Mixed 3 Ball Ambrose sponsored by Isaac Regional Council. Winners were M & N McFarlane and V Mahoney, runners up C Allwood , W Moller and T Henn. On Sunday March 11 we held the second 4 Ball sponsored by Beales IGA. Thanks Kathy and Richard. Mens winners J Burgess and C Brill, runners up R Beale and P Bleakley. Pin shots won by P Messer, V Mahoney, C Brill and P Smith. Ladies winners B Maguire and S Rieck, runners up Cath and Kathy. Pin shots Sandy and Essie.

7th March 2018

Dear Resident,

Wirsol & RCR Clermont Solar Project would like to cordially invite you to a community information evening. DATE: Thursday 22nd March 2018 TIME: 5.30pm LOCATION:

Commercial Hotel Clermont Beer Garden 80 Capella Street, Clermont Queensland 4721

Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. Any queries please contact Clermont.EOI@rcrtom.com.au.

Kind Regards

Stephen Caldwell Clermont Solar Project Manager