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CLERMONT RAG Community Newsletter Friday April 3, 2015
Tania Kernaghan to MC Mackay Region Tourism Awards One of Australia’s most loved and respected performers, Tania Kernaghan, has been announced as the Master of Ceremonies (MC) and performer at the 2015 Mackay Region Tourism Awards Gala Dinner in Clermont, May 1.
Tania Kernaghan is first and foremost a recording artist, and an integral member of the Kernaghan country music dynasty. As well as a list of impressive musical achievements including numerous Golden Guitar Awards, her diverse career has also seen her present on TV programs such as What’s
up Down Under and Queensland Weekender, as well as entertaining on horseback at rodeos and equine events across Australia. Australian through and through, Tania was excited to help promote excellence in tourism for regional areas of Queensland such as Mackay and Isaac, when Mackay Tourism approached her earlier this year. “I am thrilled to be the MC at this years Mackay Region Tourism Awards in Clermont.”, Ms Kernaghan said. “It will be a fabulous night, as we recognise and honour those businesses who have excelled in the tourism industry. Plus, I will be performing some of my original songs which were written and inspired by the magnificent Mackay and central west districts.” Stephen Schwer, General Manager of Mackay Tourism, said he was thrilled to have Tania attend this important regional event. ‘The tourism awards isn’t just for the tourism industry. It’s going to be a fun night in Clermont, and with Tanya’s amazing talent, it’s going to be a night to remember!’ Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said the Clermont community is looking forward to celebrating the creativity, professionalism and innovation of the region’s tourism industry. “As a frontier town and one of the most historic parts of Queensland, Clermont is the perfect setting to celebrate the pioneers of our tourism industry.” “I hope attendees will take advantage of the opportunity to soak up the relaxed atmosphere at the idyllic Theresa Creek Dam, enjoy a stroll along the Clermont Hoods Lagoon, and take in the thought provoking Anzac exhibition at the Clermont Historical Centre.” The Mackay Region Tourism Awards acknowledges the achievements of tourism and hospitality operators and service providers in our region. They also encourage excellence in the industry and promote growth in tourism products and services. Tourism businesses including accommodation, restaurants, attractions and tours have nominated and written submissions are due March 30. Judges will perform site visits throughout April, with awards presented to successful businesses at the gala dinner. Preceding the awards is the Mackay Region Tourism Conference in Clermont, April 30. This is an event for businesses to share ideas, hear from nationally recognised speakers and network with like-minded industry colleagues. Tickets are now on sale to the 2015 Mackay Region Tourism Conference and Mackay Region Tourism Awards. Visit www.mackayregion.com to purchase tickets today.
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Play School star Jay Laga’aia makes reading rock Play School star Jay Laga’aia showed just how much reading rocks during two free shows in Moranbah on Sunday March 22, as part of the Read4Life Festival. More than 1200 kids with their mums, dads and grandparents crowded into the Moranbah Town Square to sing and dance with the star, and enjoy the activities of the Festival. Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said the event was another big success and thanked program partners State Library of Queensland and BHP Billiton Mitsui Coal (BMC). “Today was all about showing that parents, grandparents and carers are their children’s first and best teachers,” she said. “Early literacy provides children with lifelong benefits and I encourage everyone caring for a child to read with them for just 10 minutes a day. Dads are equally important as mums in achieving this for their children.”
“The library staff have done a fabulous job in bringing the high standard of our libraries outside for the community to experience today,” said Mayor Baker.
BHP Billiton Mitsui Coal Asset President Jacqui McGill said the program, now in its second year, was driven by the community committee. “The thing I like most about this program is it has taken on a life of its own through a dedicated committee who drive the message at the coalface, that parents reading for 10 minutes a day is all it takes to kick start learning and that this time together is quality time.”
“I’d also like to thank local Dad’s Read heroes, Scott Whybird and Councillor Peter Freeleagus for personally driving the importance of this program into their networks of influence,” said Mayor Baker. The Read4Life Program in the Isaac region is implemented by a Community Reference Group formed by local community members and organisations, schools, early learning centres, Isaac Regional Council through the Libraries, State Library of Queensland, and BHP Billiton Mitsui Coal.
“I look forward to working with both the Mackay and Moranbah committees in the years ahead to continue delivering If you would like to know more about this fantastic program,” Ms McGill said. Read4Life please contact your local State Librarian Janette Wright said State Isaac Regional Council library. Library of Queensland was delighted to be working with BMC, regional communities, agencies and business, and of course Jay, as part of the Read4Life initiative. “Jay is a great spokesperson for Read4Life and strongly supports its message about reading to young children as a way to improve childhood development outcomes,” Ms Wright said.
“Jay was a huge hit and as a dad of eight children he deeply understands the value of early learning and how to make it fun,” said Mayor Baker.
After each show Jay endeared himself to excited children by singing amongst the crowd and happily autographing CD’s, chatting, and posing for photos.
“I’d like to thank the partners working with Council – BHP Billiton Mitsui Coal and State Library of Queensland and the steering committee – for yet another exceptional event for our community through the Read4Life program.”
Parents and children enjoyed a great selection of activities at the Festival with iPads, music, books and games as well as a barbeque lunch cooked by Moranbah Rotary.
Public Notices Isaac Regional Council Easter closures
Isaac Regional Council Anzac Day closures
Isaac Regional Council would like to advise Isaac communities of the following closures during the Easter break.
Isaac Regional Council would like to advise Isaac communities of the following closures for Anzac Day.
Office, depots, libraries, landfill sites and transfer stations will be closed:
Libraries, Clermont Historical Centre, landfill sites and transfer stations and the Moranbah Recycle Shop will be closed:
Friday April 3, Saturday April 4 and Monday April 6 Clermont Historical Centre will be closed: Friday April 3 Moranbah Recycle Shop will be closed: Friday April 3 and Saturday April 4
For further information please contact 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227). GRAHAM WEBB, Acting Chief Executive Officer
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CLERMONT SHOW – THE ISAAC REGION’S SHOW MONDAY May 25 to 27 ‘ROOFTOP EXPRESS’ SHOW HIGHLIGHT On a rather wet day in early June 1868, Queensland’s first show was held in Clermont, in the yards of the Hibernian Hotel which was situated near the racecourse at the time. According to a report in the Peak Downs Telegram on June 9, at the ‘Clermont Exhibition, “…the number of exhibits and the attendance were greater than was anticipated ….. and for a first attempt the show was not a discreditable one, though the weather was disagreeably wet.” It seems that the exhibits were limited to sheep, cattle and horses. The following year, the annual exhibition of sheep, cattle and horses, held under the auspices of the ‘Peak Downs Pastoral Society’ was less successful than the first show. A report in the Peak Downs Telegram suggests that many on the committee felt that the failure was due to the drought. However, the chairman, Mr WTY Burnett “… declined to accept that excuse. He considered apathy the chief cause, but thought there would be a better show and better races if both could be held in the same week.” It was also suggested to alternate the venue of the ‘Central Exhibition’ between Clermont and Springsure. By 1875 the annual event had become the Peak Downs Pastoral and Agricultural Society, displaying both livestock and a wide variety of produce. It is recorded that in 1911, nine hundred people passed through the gate with many arriving by train from Capella and Emerald. Although much has changed in the past 147 years, the concept of exhibiting the region’s best and providing a centre for social and business networking, is again the aim of the 2015 Clermont Show – the Isaac Region’s Show. Held from Monday 25th – Wednesday 27th May 2015, the Clermont Show will showcase agricultural products, home and school based activities and
horticultural crops. Additionally, the Clermont Show gives the people of the Isaac Region and beyond, an opportunity to compete and display their many and varied talents. Continuing to grow in popularity, the Giant Pumpkin Competition entries will be on display on the hill along the Heritage Building verandah. ‘Best use of a pumpkin in a floral art display’, introduced as three new classes in the pavilion in 2012 for primary and secondary school age children, enables interesting garden varieties or the ‘smaller’ giant pumpkins still to be a fun part of the pumpkin displays. “We look forward with great interest to see what the young imaginative minds of Isaac will create with a simple pumpkin,” commented Pavilion Steward, Shelley Laverty.
of the Rooftop Express truck. The talented cast of performers – both human and animal – bring this original show to life with incredible outback tricks, thrills and spills with family bush humour, antics and energy. Gate entry prices for the 2015 show have not changed. Where else but the Clermont Show – The Isaac Region’s Show would visitors be able to enjoy a full day of educational fun and entertainment for the whole family for $5 per adult! High school students and pensioners pay $3 and children under 12 are free.
To ensure a diverse display of local produce, as well as providing an interesting spectacle of local talent, you as a member of the Isaac community need to become involved.
People who attend on Tuesday may keep their ticket for free entry on Wednesday, the show Public Holiday. An iconic community event not to be missed! Please mark these dates on your calendar now!
If you haven’t nominated for the Giant Pumpkin Competition maybe you can take some photos, do some cooking or bring in a special pot plant or some home grown produce or flowers from your garden. If you enjoy more creative hobbies, you will find lots of opportunities for challenge in the schedule. Encourage your family and friends to also become involved.
Pavilion Schedules will be available soon at the Clermont Library and Clermont News, will be ready for download from the show website www.clermontshow.com or Facebook – Clermont Show or can be emailed on request admin@clermontshow.com.
Highlight of the 2015 Clermont Show – The Isaac Region’s Show family entertainment program will be the ‘Rooftop Express’. This display is a first class arena spectacular, family friendly show that encourages crowd participation with exciting, outback animal entertainment. The show crowd will be amazed as highly trained horses and farm animals perform amazing stunts and tricks both on the ground and on the roof
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Children love Baby Bounce, Storytime and Craft and Have you recently moved to Clermont with a young family and want to meet other young families. The Clermont Library runs several weekly children’s sessions and these sessions are a good way to connect with parents and young children.
The Clermont Gold & Coal Festival need interested people with great fresh ideas and new suggestions for the Festival to go ahead and happen. RING: DANNY McKAY 4983 1880 EMAIL: Suggestions to: olgadunn38@ bigpond.com
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Opening hours are 5.30pm to 6.30pm Wednesday and 5.30pm until late on Friday.
Rhymetime 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 is held 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 for the littlies is held at the Clermont Library every Friday from 9.30am to 10.30am and caters for children up to Prep age. Phone 4983 4746 or email Clermont.library@isaac.qld.gov.au for more information.
Come on down and join us on a Friday night for a quiet drink and a chat. The RSL will be open this Thursday instead of Friday. Come on down and have a pre Easter drink with us. The members of the Clermont RSL would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter. For those that are travelling please stay safe. Hope the Easter Bunny finds you all.
Tai Chi For Health Regular Wednesday Classes At the Senior Citizen’s Hall Advanced: 9-10am Intermediate: 10-11am Beginners: 11-12am (as required) All welcome. Gold coin donation. For more information please contact: Sue Flynn on 49833472 or 0418 719198.
Clermont Community Housing & Other Services Inc AGENTS for: Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support Emergency Relief Vouchers, Emergency Housing, Low Income Housing Opening Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: Wednesday:
12.30pm-2.55pm 12.30pm-2pm
Phone: 4983 3400 2 Lime Street, “Lagoona”
CWA Hall The hall in Sirius Street is available for hire at very reasonable rates. $20 for each morning, afternoon or evening session. $60 for whole day and evening. $15 extra for use of kitchen. Fully air-conditioned. Contact Dawn on 4983 1270 to book your next function or meeting.
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On the Shelf Happy Easter to everyone The Clermont Library will be closed during Easter, from Friday April 3 to Monday, April 6, 2015. If you are going away for Easter, take care while travelling on the roads and have plenty of breaks to avoid becoming fatigued when driving. Listening to an audiobook is a great way to keep you and all the family entertained while travelling. Visit your local Isaac library to borrow an audiobook on CD or download an e-audiobook through Bolinda Borrowbox. Holiday fun at the library The Clermont Library will be holding holiday activities during the Easter School Holiday as part of the Isaac Libraries 2015 Easter Holiday Children’s Services Program. Easter Holiday craft sessions for school age children will be held on Tuesday April 7 and 14 from 10.30am to 11.30am and on Thursday April 9 and 16 from 10.30am to 11.30am. The weekly Rhymetime, Baby Bounce, and Storytime and Craft sessions will continue to be held over the school holidays. Bookings for all Easter Holiday Children’s Services Program sessions are essential and can be made by calling the Clermont Library on 4846 3746. Poppies flourish at Clermont Library More and more red poppies are ‘blooming’ at the Clermont Library and the number of poppies on display grows daily. The Clermont Library is holding poppy making workshops on Wednesdays from 2pm to 3pm and Saturdays from 9.30am to 10.30am, but drop-ins will be welcome at any time. The Clermont Library will have a variety of paper, crochet, felt, material, knitting patterns and other craft resources for everyone to use in making poppies at workshops. If you have a spare moment while in town waiting for the car to be serviced or feel like getting together with friends, grab a coffee and drop-in to make a few poppies. Young children are welcome to join in and create an easier version of a poppy. The Clermont Library’s Poppy Making workshops are part of The Isaac Libraries Regional Library Services ‘call to arms’ put out to Isaac communities to help make 500 poppies to commemorate the Centenary of the Anzacs. Isaac Communities have enthusiastically answered the call with and more than 800 poppies have been made across the Isaac region. The Clermont Library has also set a goal of making 500 poppies for its Red Poppy display and more than 200 poppies have been made so far. The poppies will also be used to commemorate Remembrance Day in November.
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You can become a library member by filling in our membership form which you can find online at www.isaac.qld.gov.au/libraries or talk to one of our Library Officers for assistance. Your library card will connect you to thousands of resources found in our eight libraries. Exploring Opening HoursiPad and Android Tablets Monday 8.30am new to 5pm Want to learn something on your iPad or Android Friday tablet? 8.30am to 5pm Tuesday 8.30am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 12pm Want to use an iPad or Android Tablet? Wednesday 8.30am to 8pm Sunday Closed Our next workshopto will5pm be exploring iPads and Android tablets. Thursday FREE 8.30am
Contact Clermont Library Phone 4983 4746 or email Clermont.library@isaac.qld.gov.au Where:
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Date: Monday 9 February 2015 ANZAC100 Library Event
ANZAC100 Library Event is an exhibition about Android tablets 10.15am – 11.15am Queensland is currently touring Ipads Wartime Romances, 11.30pm – and 12.30pm the Isaac region. The Wartime Romances Exhibition is a collection of photo-storyboards of World Wars I and World ForWar more information phone 4846 3746 or 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) II Romance. Time:
You can view Queensland wedding photographs from the WWI and WWII eras at the Clermont Library until Friday April 17. Anzac Collection While visiting the Clermont Library to see the ANZAC100 Library Event exhibition, take time to browse through the library’s Anzac Collection and borrow are few books from the Anzac Collection display. The Clermont Library has received many new books relating to the Anzacs, the Centenary of the Gallipoli Landing, the Battle of Gallipoli from the Turkish perspective. New books in the Anzac Collection include the following: The Anzacs: 100 Years On in Story and Song by Ted Egan The Anzacs: 100 Years On in Story and Song combines never-before-seen diaries, private letters, rare photographs and deeply moving songs, along with the sheet music and lyrics. Anzac Sons by Allison Marlow Paterson It is April 27, 1918, Jim’s brother writes from the battlefields of France. Of five brothers serving on the Western Front, three have given their lives; another has been hospitalised. There was more brutal warfare to be endured. Gallipoli: The Turkish Defence by Harvey Broadbent Gallipoli: The Turkish Defence reveals new details of the Turkish point of view of the Gallipoli conflict, revealing how the Turks reacted and defended Gallipoli and how they succeeded in forcing the Allied forces to withdraw.
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www.isaac.qld.gov.au 1300 ISAACS Free Ipad and android tablet workshops at Clermont Library The Clermont Library’s free Technology Trendsetter workshops on android tablets and ipads have been very popular and will be held fortnightly – stay tuned for workshop dates. Separate workshops have been held to teach new users how to use android tablets and Ipads, and to pass on some extra tips to those who are already familiar. Technology Trendsetter workshops will be held fortnightly at the Clermont Library. Bookings for both workshops are essential and to make a booking, call the Clermont Library on 4846 3746.
are in demand and are borrowed out frequently, if you would like us to hold a book, please ask staff to reserve the book for you so that you don’t miss out. Recent arrivals in adult fiction include the following:
Library events calendar online To keep up with Isaac Library events go to www.isaac.qld.gov.au/library-programs
The Blood Dimmed Tide by Rennie Airth 1932 – John Madden, a former Scotland Yard Inspector, is now a farmer in the peaceful Surrey countryside. However, his peace is about to be shattered, for when a young girl goes missing, it is John Madden who discovers her body in the woods. Disturbed by what he has seen, he is
New arrivals Clermont Library continues to receive new books, DVDS and other items on a regular basis. As the recent arrivals
The Tempting Fate of Thomas Carrick by Stephanie Laurens Thomas Carrick is determined to make his own life in the bustling port city of Glasgow, far from the demands of the Carrick clan, eventually with an appropriate wife on his arm. But disturbing events on his family’s estate force Thomas to return to the Scottish countryside.
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convinced the killer has struck before. The Dead of Winter by Rennie Airth During a blackout on the London streets on a freezing evening in late 1944, a young Polish land girl is brutally murdered. The crime hits close to home for former police inspector, John Madden as the girl was working on his farm. Bookings for Children’s Programs It is essential to book for all children’s programs to ensure the group is kept to a manageable number and there are enough resources. Bookings for the children’s programs can be made by phoning the Clermont Library on 4983 4746 or email Clermont.library@isaac. qld.gov.au Bookings are required for all activities and all children 12 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or a guardian, as per the Isaac Regional Library Service – Children and Young Adults Policy. Copies of the policy are available at the Clermont Library. Until next time, see you at the Library. Sue, Laura, Jo and Chloe
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COME AND PAINT THE SKATE PARKS! MIDDLEMOUNT:
Monday 13 April
9am - 5pm
CLERMONT:
Tuesday 14 April Wednesday 15 April
9am - 5pm 9am - 3pm
Please bring - water, lunch, snacks and sunsmart clothing
MORANBAH:
Thursday 16 April Friday 17 April
9am - 5pm 9am - 3pm
For more information contact: jessica.blackburn@isaac.qld.gov.au
Open to students aged 13 years and over
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Clermont Sports Centre General Session Timetable April 1 to April 30
Jupiter Street Clermont 07 4983 1422 All classes included in gym membership or $15 for casual passes Bert’s Place Kids Club– Childcare daily hours. 0-5yrs. Tuesday to Friday. Bookings essential. Monday Revolution express 30 mins 9.30am (except 6th and13th) Pilates Level 1 matwork 11am (except 6th and 13th) Beach volleyball 6.30pm Yoga beginners 6.30pm TRX 7.30pm (except 6th and 13th)
CLASS DESCRIPTONS TRX Suspension Training Every Suspension training exercise builds true functional strength and improves flexibility, balance and core stability all at once, as is required on the playing fields of sport and in life. Intermediate sessions are higher intensity workouts as basics should be well ingrained in participants. Intermediate Monday, Friday and Saturdays. Rip Group Rx A high intensity strength conditioning class using barbell and light weights. 1 hour in duration. Bring towel and water bottle! $15.00 casual/free for members. Rip Express is a 45min major muscle group workout.
THUMP boxing for fitness. 1 hour free for members, Beginners L1 run Wednesday Tuesday nights 6.00pm. A pair of inners to be Ladies volleyball 9.15am/10.15am worn under gloves can be purchased for Intro Ballroom/Latin Dance 11.30am Rip 1 hour 5.45pm (except 7th and 14th) $5.00 before class. L2 and L3 Bookings only! Boxing equipment provided for Revolution express 30 mins 6.30pm both classes. $15 per class. Free for (except 7th and 14th) Ballroom/Latin dance 1hr 7pm fees apply gym members. Wednesday Revolution 9.30am (except 1st and 8th) Pregnancy Pilates 11.15am (except 1st and 8th) THUMP beginners 6pm (except 1st and 8th) Revolution spin 1 hour 7pm. New program launch April 15. (except 1st and 8th) Thursday Intro Ballroom/Latin Dance 9.30am fees apply Intro Kids Ballroom/Latin dance 4pm 45 mins Junior mixed indoor volleyball 8-14yrs 5.30pm Mixed Indoor volleyball 6.30pm & 7.30pm Friday Revolution express 9.15am Yoga 10am Yoga over 55’s 11am TRX mixed skill level class 5.45pm Intro Ballroom/Latin dance 6.30pm 1 hour Saturday THUMP L2-L3 45 mins 8.30am TRX 9.15am Rip 10.30am 1 hours (except 4th and 11th) Power Yoga 10.30am Bert’s Place Sunday Revoluntion 9.30am on 19th and 26th only Yoga 10.30am
Beach Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 draws. 6.30pm. Feb to June. Junior Mixed Indoor Volleyball 8-14 years nominations now open. $6.00 per week and $15 registration fee. Thursday afternoons 5.30pm Indoor Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 draw runs Thursday nights throughout Term 1 and 2 start time 6.30pm and 7.30pm timeslots . Mixed teams. Tuesday Ladies Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 draw runs Tuesday mornings throughout Term 1 and 2 start time 9.15am and 10.15am. Tight Arse Tuesday’s $7.00 gym passes and squash. Don’t get offended get active! 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. There are many benefits of Yoga, this class is suitable for pregnant women, screening will be conducted prior to participation. BOOKINGS FOR YOGA ARE ESSENTIAL. $15 for casuals . $6.00 for children up to 14 years. Power Yoga is not suitable for children under 10 years of age.
Pregnancy Pilates A low impact pilates class which focuses on pelvic floor, posture and general strength and well being for pregnant ladies who have been cleared to exercise during their pregnancy. Bookings essential. Pilates Level 1 Matwork 45 mins learn the fundamentals of Pilates in a low impact class for good posture, strength for pelvic floor, core and general toning. Mats required. SPIN/Revolution New equipment, great music and a fantastic calorie burning hour of indoor cycling. You’ll learn correct technique for improved performance and have fun cycling. Bookings essential. Revolution Express is a half hour session being added to the program in November all indoor cycling classes are moderate to high intensity classes. Introduction to Ballroom & Latin dance classes Fees apply for all participants. $10 for members, $15 for Casuals. Multi class passes are available for a discounted rate. Classes run until end of April. Private lessons are available upon request. Childcare now available Bert’s Place Kids Club operates Tue-Fri. Bookings are essential. 0-5years of age. School age kids welcome during school holidays. 7 Jupiter St Clermont, 07 4983 1422 admin@clermontsportscentre.com www.clermontsportscentre.com Don’t forget to like our Facebook page for class changes and updates.
Clermont Tigers Football Club (Soccer) Further information or to contact the Club: • • • •
Check out our FaceBook page ‘Clermont Tigers Junior Football Club’ ‘Like’ us for up-to-date messages or post your queries Email clermonttigers@gmail.com Phone Jackie Martin 0409947324
Come along and see who’s kicking around the oval in the black and yellow jerseys! Clermont Tigers Hear us Roar!
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Clermont Branch Inc Wanting to become a member? Contact 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. Anyone who is interested in shooting rifles or pistols are welcome to attend. Shoot for this Sunday April 5 is as follows: Morning Pistol - Practice day for various disciplines for state and postal shoots. (Target Pistol and Combined Services) Afternoon Rifle – Practice day sighting in. Open to what members want to do on the day. SSAA would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter, and for those travelling please stay safe. Hope the Easter Bunny is good to you all.
Clermont Tennis Club
Contact Sandra Strohfeldt 4983 1435 or Robert Holmes 0448 831 694.
Clermont Clay Target Club
Monthly shoot 4th Sunday of each month. 9.30am start and practice is held on most Tuesdays after 5pm. Contact Wayne Johnson on 0149 698 228 or email clermontclaytargetclub@gmail.com
Madabout Fitness
Monthly Timetable April All classes and open gym are $12.50 41 James Road, Clermont Madonna 0448 007 263 Monday 9.45am Gut and Butt Blast 4.30pm – 5.30pm WOD 5.45pm Gut and Butt Blast Tuesday 4.30pm – 5.30pm WOD 6pm Aqua Fit 6pm – 9pm Open Gym Wednesday 9.45am Lets Lift 4.30pm– 5.30pm WOD 5.45pm Lets Lift Thursday 5.45pm Mad Grit 7.30pm – 9pm Open Gym Friday 6.30am THUMP Boxing 5.30pm – 9pm Open Gym Saturday 6.30am – 9pm Open Gym
Sunday 6.30am – 7.30pm Open Gym Open gym is only available to Madabout Fitness clientele.
Vets then celebrated Doug Allwood’s 80th Birthday.
Class Description Gut and Butt Blast is a target class that focuses on strengthening and toning the nine core divisions of the abdominal plane. While 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.
Clermont Bowls Club
Workout Of the Day (WOD) This is a board based program, working along the principles of H.I.I.T where you are able to come in and complete the workout in your own time. What is H.I.I.T? High-intensity interval training is a training technique, which commands full effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise followed by active recovery periods. This form of exercise uses power and cardio, keeping the heart rate high and metabolizing fat at the same time. 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 minute whole body workout. This is achieved through the use of barbell and Dumbbell weights. This class is suitable for every fitness level. Mad GRIT This is a 30min program incorporating core, strength and cardio based exercise, ideal for total fitness development. THUMP Boxing Is a moderate to high intensity cardio boxing class. This class is specifically effective in defining the body’s musculature, while improving balance, flexibility, and co-ordination. The cardio component uses the body’s energy systems and improves your ability to use oxygen, helping you to work harder for longer and burn fat in the process.
Vets Golf
Fourteen vets played a stroke competition and the winner was Alan McGuiness with run downs to Doug Allwood, Lyn Ilott and Lee Gordon. Least putts (12) to Lyn Ilott.
Next week hit off 9.30am. For information, membership and bookings please call Corey on 0448 471 654.
Clermont Senior Bears Home game dates: 18th April 9th May 16th May 30th May 13th June 20th June 1st August
The Clermont Bears Easter Raffle was drawn on Sunday March 29 at the Leo Hotel. Winning ticket was black ticket E64 and the lucky winner was Pete Richardson. A massive thankyou to all who supported our raffle. The season kicks off on April 18 with a home game for the Bears and we look forward to seeing you all there.
Clermont Rifle Association Inc Results for 400 metres Clermont Range 29/03/2015
NB: Highest Scores possible are: Fullbore – 105.21, F class – 126.21 Fullbore: Score L. Robinson 105.9 C. Solomon 103.12 L. Solomon 99.6 D. Wykes 97.5 M. London 90.2 F. Class: Score N. Byrne 113.6 S. Blundell 101 S. Soar 97.2 P. Abbay 38 (10shot only) Easter shoot next Saturday, 300,500,600 ranges to be shot midday start, all members invited to attend, camp the night and enjoy. 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 required. Contact Jan Thornhill on 0408 980 939 or Noel (Bear) Byrne on 0419 791 751 or email clermontrifle@yahoo.com.au
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Clermont Junior Golf
Results for Saturday March 28 6 Hole Nett winner B. Mahoney Runner up L. Daniels Putts B. Mahoney 3 Hole Div 2 Nett winner E. Olzard Runner up T. Forrest Putts E. Olzard 3 Hole Div 1 winner N. Gouge Runner up H. Mahoney Putts K. Waerea 18 hole Nett winner: W. Marteene Thank you to all that played on Saturday. Our coaching clinic will be held on the April 19, so we will not be having our regular home game on the April 18. START TIME WILL BE 8:30am. Please arrive at 8:00am. Please keep an eye on your emails! Parents please arrive 30 minutes prior to tee off time for all home games. Clubs and buggies available for hire (please organise at same time as paying green fees). $5 for clubs and $3 for buggies. Please contact Toni McFarlane 0438 689 919 or email clermontjuniorgolf@gmail.com for any further information.
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Winners of the 4BBB Stableford dfp and the Dick Reid Shield were Rod McKay and Bruce Rieck, with runners-up Ned McFarlane and Doug Lawrence. Pin shots to Warren Marr and Rod Mckay and Open Pin Shot to Rod McKay. Ladies Stableford event was won by Essie Wood with runner-up Glenda Rieck. Pin Shots to Essie Wood and Sandra Rieck 2. This week Stableford on Easter Sunday and play TBA on Monday.
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POSITION AVAILABLE A position exists for an experienced Office Manager for a local small business in Clermont. Experience with QuickBooks or similar is essential, as is previous experience in an office environment. This is a full time position and a three month trial period will apply. Please forward resume to: The Office Manager PO Box 173 Clermont Qld 4721 Email: team_manley@bigpond.com Phone: 07-4983 3683 Fax: 07-4983 2764
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HEALTH MATTERS WORLD HEALTH DAY – 7th April 2015 Q: What is the single most important positive contribution to world health ever? A: Immunisation. Two hundred years after the discovery of vaccine by the English physician Edward Jenner, immunization can be credited with saving approximately 9 million lives a year worldwide. A further 16 million deaths a year could be prevented if effective vaccines were deployed against all potentially vaccine-preventable diseases. In all, vaccines have brought seven major human diseases under some degree of control - smallpox, diphtheria, tetanus, yellow fever, whooping cough, polio, and measles. Benefits of immunisation – the facts • Immunisation is a simple and effective way of protecting children and adults against certain diseases. They are recommended for people at certain ages, life stages and those who may be at increased risk. • Immunisation works by triggering the immune system to fight against certain diseases. If a vaccinated person comes in contact with these diseases, their immune system is able to respond more effectively. This either prevents the disease from developing or reduces the severity. • Immunisation not only protects your own family, but also protects others by helping to control serious diseases in our community. • Immunisation is a very safe prevention tool. • All vaccines used in Australia undergo extensive research and must be approved for use by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), who monitor the safety of medicines in Australia. Before a vaccine can be licensed, it is tested over several years to ensure it is safe and that it works. • Serious reactions to immunisation are rare. While some people may experience mild side effects such as pain, swelling
and redness at the injection site, these usually resolve quickly. If you experience any symptoms that concern you, contact 13 HEALTH or your doctor / immunisation provider. Vaccines on the National Immunisation Program Schedule are funded for all eligible adults and children in Queensland, with the Australian Government holding the responsibility for deciding which vaccines will be included on the program. Extra vaccines are provided for some groups such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with particular medical conditions that make them more susceptible to disease. In Queensland, pregnant women can have a free whooping cough vaccine in their third trimester. Deciding to immunise The risk of side effects from an immunisation is far less than the risk of severe complications associated with a vaccine preventable disease. Many vaccine preventable diseases are highly contagious and can be overwhelming to the body’s defences. Most unvaccinated people who come into contact with an infected person will catch the disease. For example, where there is a case of whooping cough, up to 90 per cent of unimmunised household contacts will catch the disease. This means it is not only important for babies to be vaccinated against whooping cough, but also for all family members to be up to date with their boosters. Vaccination records might be needed to enrol your child in childcare or school. Unvaccinated children will be excluded from school if there is an outbreak of certain vaccine preventable diseases. Doing further research If you are conducting research about vaccination, make sure the information sources you use are credible and backed by scientific research. Consider what their educational background is, what other work they have published, or whether this research might be motivated to try and sell something.
Also, Medical researchers discover truth by testing their findings repeatedly to be sure that their thinking and methods are not flawed, influenced by their own assumptions, or affected by special circumstances. Studies should carefully weigh evidence based on fact and acknowledge any limitations.. Trustworthy research would always include the author’s credentials, contact details and further references, and/or a recommended reading list. For more information, go to the following sites: National • Immunise Australia – at www.immunise.health.gov.au. • Australian Childhood Immunisation Register – at www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/ services/medicare/australian-childhoodimmunisation-register. • National Centre for Immunisation Research & Surveillance - www.ncirs.edu.au. Any concerns about vaccine safety should be raised with your doctor or immunisation provider.
And remember…. Protect, Prevent, Live Well
Raffle result: Pensioners League Easter raffle fruuit cake and basket Easter eggs won by Jill Francis. Many thanks to all who supported us.
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APRIL 10-19 National Youth Week 11 Clermont Rodeo 15 Clermont Cattle Sale 15 Clermont Community & Business Group meeting 24 “Do It For All” Cancer Fundraiser at “Solferino” Clermont 24 Clermont Sports Centre Social Dance night 25 Anzac Day 25 Peak Downs Lodge Anzac Day ceremony 6pm 30 Clermont Forum meeting Commercial Lounge MAY 1 Tourism Awards dinner 1-3 Blair Athol Bush Sports 70 years 2 Drought Angels fundraiser 6 CWA Cent Sale 13 Clermont Cattle Sale 13 Clermont Community & Business Group meeting 15 Cattlemen’s Challenge Field Day - Paringa feedlot 16 Clermont Showgirl judging and High Tea 21 Clermont Forum meeting Commercial Lounge 23 Community Golf Day - Clermont Golf Club 26 Clermont Show Sale 25-27 Clermont Show JUNE 6-7 7 11 11-14 17 17 18 20 dinner JULY 4
Clermont Pony Club Campdraft School and Campdraft Mistake Creek State School fun run Clermont Forum meeting Commercial Lounge Clermont Gold Cup Campdraft Clermont Cattle Sale Clermont Community & Business Group meeting Clermont Patchworkers Annual Cent Sale CHASS Showgirl & Rural Ambassador judging and
Paint & Sip Night, Scout Hall
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JULY cont 22 Clermont Community & Business Group meeting 23 Clermont Forum meeting Commercial Lounge 31 Hopgood Charolais Bull Sale AUGUST 14 Community Golf Day - Clermont Golf Club 19 Clermont Cattle Sale 19 Clermont Community & Business Group meeting 23 - 28 Clermont ICPA Sports camp SEPTEMBER 5 Anglican Church Spring Time afternoon tea and Cent Sale 8 Kilcummin/Twin Hills Roundtable 12 QCWA 90 Year’s Celebration 16 Clermont Cattle Sale 16 Clermont Community & Business Group meeting 22 Clermont Bull Sale OCTOBER 3 Glencore Challenge Rugby League Carnival 8 Burenda Angus/Brangus Bull Sale 14 Clermont Cattle Sale 14 Clermont Community & Business Group meeting 28 Clermont Beef Expo and Billa Park Simmental Bull Sale NOVEMBER 6 St Mary’s Christmas Fair 7 Community Golf Day - Clermont Golf Club 10 Mistake Creek Roundtable 18 Clermont Cattle Sale 18 Clermont Community & Business Group meeting 20-22 Art Exhibition Clermont Civic Centre Supper Room DECEMBER 9 Clermont Cattle Sale
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Prime and Store Cattle Sale March 18, 2015
A smaller yarding of 680 head came on offer at the Clermont Sale Yards this week. A fine mix of cattle was presented this sale for buyer’s convenience with predominantly heifers up for auction. Cattle prices are continuing to recede with the system still blocked up with meat works and feedlots seem to be getting a flood of cattle dropped at their door step. Weaner Steers topped at a strong 235.2c/kg while weaner heifers topped at 185.0c/kg. Feeder weight Steers topped at a solid 239.2c/kg and feeder Heifers at 182.2c/kg. Fat Cattle were back with Bullocks topping at 212.2c/kg while cows made up to 183.2, Bulls toped at 190.2c/kg Over all prices are coming back but still strong compared to what we have seen in the past few seasons. CATEGORY STEERS
HEIFERS
COWS
Bulls
WEIGHT RANGE UP to 220 220 to 320 320 to 400 400 to 500 500 to 550 550 to 750 Over 750 Up to 220 220 to 320 320 to 400 Over 400 300 to 400 400 to 520 Over 520 Up to 450 450 to 600 Over 600
HEAD 14 78 7 90 11 36 0 12 179 121 8 0 76 40 0 4 3
1890 HEAD CENTS PER KILOGRAM MIN. AV. MAXIMUM 137.2 204.2 227.2 70.0 208.4 235.2 178.2 194.7 235.2 172.2 232.4 239.2 187.2 198.1 207.2 204.2 208.8 212.2
CHANGE N/C -12 -25 +9 -25 -12
150.0 140.2 141.2 160.2
156.7 172.0 166.9 165.3
175.2 185.0 179.2 182.2
-25 -25 -20 -14
91.2 140.0
145.5 166.4
171.2 183.2
+28 -33
166.2 147.2
166.2 174.2
166.2 190.2
+19 -8
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Religious Notices New Creation Fellowship Clermont
‘Come As You Are’ Service time 10am Sundays Scout Hall, Daintree Street PS Trevor & Roxanne Cole 4983 3980
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Sunday Service 9am Horse Riding Wednesday 3.30pm Kids Club Friday 4pm-5.30pm CLAW Youth Friday 7pm-9pm 58 Capella Street, Clermont We are an ACC (AOG) Church. Everyone welcome. Phone: Ps Allan Kelly 0417 095 918 Ps Renita Kelly 0408 063 123 Ps Judy Anne Dalrymple 0413 761 778
Masses/Liturgies St Mary’s Church April Sunday 5 Easter Sunday 7am Saturday 11 6pm Saturday 18 6pm Sunday 26 8am
Meetings 2015 Clermont Pensioners League meet every 2nd Monday of the month at the Senior Citizens Hall at 2pm. Country Women’s Association meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 11am at the QCWA Hall, Sirius Street. Meeting is followed by light lunch. Clermont Camera Social Club will be meeting monthly. For details phone Karen 0409 831 615, Sally 0437 835 223 or Jo 0433 328 008. Find us on Facebook. Clermont Community Housing & Other Services Inc meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4pm at ‘Lagoona’, 2 Lime Street. Clermont Community and Business Group (CCBG) monthly meetings held 5.30pm, Shop 3, 42 Daintree Street. Meetings consistent with Clermont Cattle Sale dates.
SSAA meetings held at the Range on 3rd Sunday of the month at 12 midday. Monash Lodge Inc meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 4pm at Monash Lodge. Clermont Meals On Wheels meetings are held every alternate month on the 2nd Monday at 2pm at Monash Lodge. New members would be very welcome. Clermont Senior Citizens Association hold their meeting on the 4th Thursday after activities at 11am. The Peak Down Masonic Lodge No.32 (Clermont) will be holding their next lodge meeting on the 18 May at 7.30pm at the Masonic Lodge on the corner of Lime and Karmoo Street, Clermont.
Anglican Church Service - All Saints’ Clermont Morning Prayer Sundays Wednesdays
9am 9:30 am
Eucharist 4th Saturday of month Fr. Honorio 6pm For Hire of Anglican Church Hall call 4983 1435
Uniting Church
Cnr Capella and Box Streets Sunday worship 8am
Easter Services April 02 Maundy Thursday 6.30 pm Service with meal included RSVP 31st March Phone 49831960 Gold coin donation appreciated April 03 Good Friday Walk 3 pm beginning at All Saints Anglican Church April 05 Easter Sunday 8 am gregoryuniting.org.au PHONE: 4983 3445
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