CLERMONT RAG THURSDAY, 18 APRIL 2019
2018 Mayor’s Charity Ball
RAISE YOUR HAND FOR MENTAL HEALTH GRANTS Not-for-profit organisations in the Isaac region with projects and programs targeting mental health awareness and support are being encouraged to raise their hands for assistance from the Isaac Regional Charity Fund. Mayor Anne Baker said organisations were invited to apply for the Charity Fund’s 2019 round of grants to assist with the delivery of worthwhile charitable projects which engaged with residents in the mental health space.
looking forward to an even bigger event this year on Saturday, 10 August. “It is important that we work together to bring mental health out of the shadows and into the national consciousness. I encourage suitably qualified local organisations to make application for grants from the Fund.”
“The aim of Isaac Regional Charity Fund is to distribute monies raised through initiatives such as the annual Mayor’s Charity Ball towards projects which support the residents of the Isaac,” she said.
To find out more about the grant application process email Grants Committee chair Ian Joblin at ian@brownbird.com.au or download an application form online at the Isaac Regional Charity Fund website ircf.isaac.qld.gov.au/grants
“2018’s gala ball in Moranbah’s Town Square raised thousands for mental health initiatives and we’re
Grant applications close at 5pm on 6 May 2019.
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BUSINESS IN THE BUSH - A PLAN FOR THE FUTURE contributed by Prue Lonergan, Business Support & Facilitation Officer for GW3
Clermont Show 2019 will move from celebrating the past 150 years to this year, celebrating and looking to the future of our region’s strong and diverse rural economy. In an interesting new approach to “what’s good about Clermont”, a forum to highlight the dynamic new business entrepreneurs of our region will blend with the collection of displays, sideshows, giant pumpkins and tomatoes, cattle, horses, dogs, goats, machinery, pavilions full of local produce and all things rural. It is this diversity that makes Clermont Show one of the top rural exhibitions in Australia! The forum, co-hosted by Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3), Belyando Enterprise Network Inc (BENI) and Clermont Community Business Group (CCBG) has been developed to align with Small Business Week. Receiving funding from QLD Government Department of Education, Small Business and Training and the Local Buying Foundation, the forum will begin after the Grand Parade on Wednesday, people’s day, as a closing event to what’s shaping up to be another spectacular show. The organising committee is currently seeking budding entrepreneurs who have recently started, expanded or are planning to start a new business in our region. Prue Lonergan, Business Support and Facilitation Officer for GW3 outlined the opportunity for new businesses to gain positive exposure.
“Small business events are being coordinated across the Isaac Region for small business week, in conjunction with Isaac Regional Council. “The Clermont Show event will be an excellent opportunity for both new start-ups and established business teams to come together to celebrate and discuss opportunities to develop connections and the potential of our region. “We are already aware of many ideas that Clermont people are developing into new businesses. If you would like to present ‘what you are doing’ to a wider client base, this will be the perfect opportunity.” A keynote speaker is being finalised. All businesses will be given an opportunity to outline their vision, and some time will be spent discussing and developing the business start-ups through entrepreneurship and innovation. A panel will then field questions from the audience, to help solve some of the mysteries that define successful business ventures. There will then be plenty of time for networking and exploring what you can provide for potential clients. If you would like to present your business or come along to find out some of the exciting new ideas coming from within our community, please visit the GW3 office, Shop 8 Turners Arcade, Clermont or contact Prue on 0408 064 850. Attendance will be through bookings, and a small cover charge will apply.
ATTENTION - HELP RESTOCK DEVASTATED GRAZIERS GRANTS
contributed by Bill Faint After contacting an organiser of the ‘Re-stocking the North West’, who are helping graziers devastated by the flooding earlier this year, Ross and I have decided to donate some cattle to their cause. This re-stocking is aimed at the smaller producers who have lost 80 to 100 percent of their stock.
We currently have 30 head donated and would love to increase this number to help those affected. If you are interested in helping by donating a beast or beasts, please contact Bill Faint on 0419 707 669.
PUBLIC NOTICES RESTORATION OF COOMBURRAGEE HUT - CLERMONT HISTORICAL CENTRE Isaac Regional Council advises residents and visitors that the Coomburragee Hut currently located at the entrance of Clermont Historical Centre, Gregory Highway will undergo a restoration project. The project will include dismantling and rebuilding the hut at a different location at the centre. The project began on: Monday April 15 Major works to remove the slab hut’s roof using a crane from: Monday April 29 to Tuesday April 30
On Monday April 29, the work camp access road will be closed. During these two days the centre’s access road will be closed. As Council will be rebuilding the hut as historically accurate as possible a date of completion has not been set. Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks residents and visitors for their patience during this time.
GET IN NOW BEFORE DISCOUNT ENDS Isaac Regional Council would like to remind residents there is two weeks left to take advantage of the rates discount period. Ratepayers who make prompt payment on or before 1 May will receive a 10 per cent discount on general rates. Council rates and charges that remain unpaid after 1 May will incur 11 per cent interest per annum, compounded daily. Some financial institutions take up to three days to process electronic payments. Please check with financial institution to ensure your payment is received by Council in time to secure discount.
Ratepayers who have encountered delays with the postal service in their area can register their email address with Council for an additional rates notice to be issued electronically. If you have not received your rates notice please contact Council. Ratepayers can register their details and speak to Council’s Rates Team by phoning 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) or emailing records@isaac.qld.gov.au between 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
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SHOWGROUND HIRE FOR CONVOY APPROVED WITH STRICT CONDITIONS Following a comprehensive assessment process, Council has approved an application by the Bob Brown Foundation to hire Clermont’s showground to accommodate a stopover for its Stop Adani Convoy, subject to a range of stringent conditions. Chief Executive Officer Gary Stevenson PSM said Council understood and appreciated that members of the Clermont and wider Isaac community may have strong feelings about this decision, given the intent of the convoy did not reflect prevailing community sentiment. “However, the inevitable reality of the situation is that this convoy was and still is coming to Clermont regardless of an approval to use the local showgrounds or otherwise,” he said. “For Council, this presented the significant question of how to effectively manage an influx of 500 to 800 people into Clermont with a view to minimising impact and disruption. “We have absolutely sought to protect the interests of the local community throughout this process. “Council concluded that the Clermont Showgrounds was the most suitable venue to accommodate convoy participants and this is certainly a more appropriate outcome than leaving people to set up camp anywhere. “It is also the most appropriate site based on advice from the Queensland Police Service in relation to managing a large gathering of this scale.” As part of the application process, Mr Stevenson said Council had engaged in detailed discussions with convoy organisers regards their event to ensure it was within the capacity of the showgrounds. “All applications to hire Council facilities are considered on their merits with consideration given to site capability, suitability of amenities, potential risks and impacts,” he said. “The outcome of this process is that significant conditioning, consistent with requirements placed on any major event, has been imposed on their approval to use the showground.
“This includes a limit of 500 campers onsite overnight and 800 participants in total, a substantial bond to ensure any potential impacts to the site from such an event can be addressed at no cost to ratepayers, and specific provisions for public safety.” In addition, Mr Stevenson said Council had been provided with assurances by the Bob Brown Foundation that the convoy was to be a peaceful and lawful gathering related only to its opposition to Adani’s project and not vegan protest issues. “We have sought this undertaking and clarity of intent in response to community concern about the invasive nature of recent vegan activism in rural areas and past disruptive actions by anti-Adani protestors in areas such as Bowen,” he said. Mr Stevenson said participants in the national convoy would arrive in Clermont on the afternoon of 27 April and depart on the morning of 29 April. “We will be monitoring the activities of the convoy as it heads our way through communities including Rockhampton, Mackay and Airlie Beach and will continue to liaise with the organisers, police and local stakeholders,” he said. “Queensland Police Service have received and approved a Notice of Intent for convoy participants to undertake peaceful assembly in the Clermont area. Council cannot reasonably refuse such a request without having the matter considered before a magistrate. “As a Council we need to take a measured and reasonable position, which includes acknowledging the right to peaceful assembly and protest.” A request by convoy organisers to utilise Nebo’s showground as a rest stop was declined by Council as the venue was booked for a regional gymkhana, Mr Stevenson said.
ROUND THREE
PURE PEOPLE POWER
ISAAC REGIONAL ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND
OPEN NOW
ROUND THREE
APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE 5PM ON FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019.
Calling all local artists, arts workers and community groups in the Isaac region! Round Three of the RADF grants program is now open.
APPLICATIONS ARE FOR EVENTS, PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES PLANNED FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2019 TO DECEMBER 31, 2019.
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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SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
PRESENTS Small Business Week in 2019 will offer opportunities to celebrate and empower local businesses across the Isaac region through a range of workshops and events.
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ANZAC DAY CLERMONT SERVICES
Coordinated by the Clermont RSL Sub-Branch with support of Isaac Regional Council DAWN SERVICE Veterans and participants in the march from Corner of Herschel and Capricorn Streets will meet at 4.15am for a 4.28am start at Clermont RSL. A Gunfire Breakfast will follow. MORNING SERVICE Veterans and participants in the march from Corner of Box and Capella Streets will meet from 9.30am for a 9.40am start at Hoods Lagoon, Remembrance Way.
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RELIGIOUS NOTICES ANGLICAN CHURCH SERVICE ALL SAINTS’ CLERMONT Service times: Sundays 9am, Wednesdays 9.30am
ST MARY’S CHURCH April 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. Address: Cnr Daintree and Capricorn Streets. Contact: Rev Anne Nixon 4983 3484
Holy Thursday 18
6pm
Good Friday 19
10am Station of the Cross
Good Friday 19 Ecumenical Service 3pm at the Anglican Church Easter Sunday 21
8am
Sunday 28
8am
LIFE CHURCH
UNITING CHURCH Service time: Sundays, 8am Address: Cnr Capella and Box Streets Website: clermontcapellauc.org.au
Service time: Sundays, 9am Address: 58 Capella Street Office: Monday and Tuesday, 4983 2926 Ps Allan Kelly: 0417 095 918
NEW CREATION FELLOWSHIP CLERMONT ‘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): Thursdays, 9.15am Horse Riding: Wednesdays, 4pm - 5.30pm CLAW Youth: Fridays, 7pm - 9pm Kids Club (primary aged): 2nd Friday of every month (term time) 4pm-5.30pm
UNITED CHURCH OF GOD (UCG) - CLERMONT Service time: Saturdays 2pm Address: 80 Mimosa Street Contact: Ken Murray (Elder) 0487 408 889 Website: ucg.org | beyondtoday.tv
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BABY BOUNCE, STORY TIME AND CRAFT SHOW YOUR CREATIVITY The Clermont Show – the Isaac Region’s Show will be held next month. The Arts and Craft Pavilion always has a wonderful display of entries from talented people from the Isaac region and beyond. Needing some inspiration for quilting, painting, mixed media art projects or want a few tips on pastel drawing or painting with watercolours? Inspired to enter the cookery section and need a recipe for a delicious sponge cake? Come into the library and check out the cookery and arts books.
ANIMALIA DIGITAL E-RESOURCE Animalia Digital is one of many e-resources that can be accessed through the libraries’ link on the council website. Based on Graeme Base’s well-loved picture books adventures, Animalia Digital is an interactive digital program focusing on literacy and language for children aged five to 12 years. Your account for Animalia Digital can be set up on the device of your choice. To set up the account, follow the links. Animalia Digital and other e-resources can be accessed at www.isaac.qld.gov.au/e-resources
HAPPY EASTER If you are travelling away for Easter, audiobooks are a good way to stay alert while driving and to keep everyone entertained. Come in and check out the range of audiobooks on CD or ask about borrowing digital audiobooks through Bolinda Borrowbox.
The Clermont Library runs several weekly children’s sessions. They are a great way to connect with other parents with young children. BABY BOUNCE (0-2 years) Come along on Thursdays from 9.30am to 10am. Baby Bounce is a chance for parents to interact with their child through movement, music and song. STORY TIME AND CRAFT (0-5 years) This is held on Tuesdays and 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.
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.
NEW ARRIVALS Celtic Empire by Clive Cussler and Dirk Cussler In a Great Southern Land by Mary-Anne O’Connor We the Survivors by Tash Aw 18th Abduction by James Patterson The Last Second by Catherine Coulter and J T Ellison
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DATE CLAIMERS 2019 APRIL
SEPTEMBER
24
7
Rose Harris Park Markets
14
Clermont Health and Wellness Expo
17
Clermont Cattle Sale
23
Moongool Charolais Sale on property
24
Marellan Shorthorn Sale on property
26 27
Senior Citizens Activity Day Glenlands D’Master Sale on property
Senior Citizens Activity Day
MAY 3-5
BA Bush Sports, Campdraft, Rodeo & Gymkhana
4
Rose Harris Park Markets
14
Clermont Cattle Sale
23
Senior Citizens Mini Cent Sale
28
Clermont Cattle Show Sale
27-29 Twin Hills Races, Rodeo and Campdraft
JUNE 1 Rose Harris Park Markets 13-16 Clermont Gold Cup Campdraft 18 Clermont Cattle Sale 27 Senior Citizens Activity Day 28-30 Twin Hills Youth Camp and Novice Draft
JULY 6 16 20 25
Rose Harris Park Markets Clermont Cattle Sale Monster Car Boot Sale, Anglican Hall Senior Citizens Activity Day
AUGUST 3
Rose Harris Park Markets
13
Clermont Cattle Sale
22 28
Senior Citizens Mini Cent Sale Cantaur Park D’Master Sale on property
OCTOBER 3
Burenda Angus & Brangus Sale Clermont
4
Moongana Santa Sale Springsure
5
Rose Harris Park Markets
15
Clermont Cattle Sale
24
Senior Citizens Activity Day
30
Beef Expo
31
Billa Park Simmental Sale Clermont
NOVEMBER 02
Rose Harris Parks Markets
12
Clermont Cattle Sale
28 Senior Citizens Activity Day 29 Bendemeer Braford & Composite Sale on property
DECEMBER 07
Rose Harris Park Markets
MEETING NOTICES MEALS ON WHEELS CLERMONT Meeting dates for 2019: Monday, April 8 Monday, June 10 Meetings are held at the Clermont Hospital Meeting room at 2pm. New members/volunteers are most welcome. For information contact Barb on 0467 280 493 or Marg on 0437 835 272.
MONASH INC Next meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 8 in the meeting room at the Hospital at 4pm.
CLERMONT PATCHWORK AND QUILTERS GROUP INC Monthly meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at 10.30am at 76 Capricorn Street, Senior Citizen’s Hall. New members and crafters welcome every Thursday and Saturday. For further information call Helen Olsen, President on 0403 198 305.
CLERMONT SENIOR CITIZENS ASSOCIATION INC Members are advised that the April Activity Day will be held on Wednesday, April 24 due to Anzac Day. We will be holding our Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, April 24. New members and visitors most welcome. Doors open at 9am with morning tea.
HEALTH, FITNESS AND SPORTS NEWS CLERMONT SPORTING SHOOTERS
GOLF NEWS
We shoot on the first and third Sunday of every month. 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.
Last Saturday the Business Day was played.
You can also find us on Facebook @ SSAA Clermont Branch Inc. We will be holding a Firearms Safety Course on Saturday, May 11, beginning at 8am. If interested, please call Christine on 49832010. If no answer, leave a message and she will get back to you. Our Club hosted the State Titles for Gallery Rifle last week end. There were some good scores produced. We had shooters from Townsville, Ipswich and Tasmania, as well as our local members. We showed our visitors some good country hospitality, and an enjoyable time was had by all. There is no shoot planned this week end, being Easter, but some members will be out practicing for the ANZAC shoot being held in Sarina the following week end and also the Combined Services State Championships being held on the May Day long weekend. Check the Facebook page for day and times.
Winners were Belyando Produce, Beales IGA were second and Clermont Motel came in third. A great day was had by everyone. On Sunday the 3rd monthly medal was played. Ladies winner was Sandy Rieck, runner up Rhonda Bleakley. Winners of the men was Ryan Nunan, runner up Peter Messer. A Grade medal winner Peter Messer, B Grade winner Ryan Nunan and C Grade Peter Bleakley.
CLERMONT SPORTING SHOOTERS Firearm Safety Courses are available at Clermont Rifle Range. Contact Jan Thornhill on 0408 980 939 or Noel (Bear) Byrne on 0419 791 751 or email clermontrifle@yahoo.com.au
KIDS CLUB - LIFE CHURCH Kids Club runs from 4pm to 5.30pm every 2nd Friday of the month during term time. It is for kids from Prep to Grade 6 and held at Life Church, 58 Capella Street.
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There is no cost for these activities. Parents are to sign their children in and out when bringing them and a registration form will need to be completed on your child’s first attendance. Friday, May 10 - Minute to win it. Fast paced games for a fast paced night. Friday, June 14 - What’s in the box? You don’t find out till the end of the session. You must protect your team’s box at all costs through all the games.
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Isaac Libraries offer a range of interactive sessions and resources to aid in your child’s development during their first five years. The more you talk, read, sing and play with your child the more their brain responds. Come along, join in and meet other parents and caregivers.
The First 5 Forever program, a statewide initative delivered by Isaac Libraries, provides strong early literacy foundations for all children aged between 0-5 years.
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