CLERMONT RAG FRIDAY, 9 OCTOBER 2020
FREE MICROCHIP POP UP CLINICS TO SPARK PAWS-ITIVE PUP POWER A joint venture to help dogs be reunited with their owners swiftly is being served up through free pop up microchipping clinics in Isaac’s open spaces. The Chip N Check program, powered by Isaac Regional Council’s Paws-itive Blueprint for Responsible Dog Ownership, is a great opportunity for pet owners to save money on something that is compulsory by law. All dogs from 12 weeks of age are required to be microchipped and Council is offering this great service to residents for free in proud partnership with Clermont Veterinary Surgery and Moranbah Veterinary Clinic. Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said Council’s number one priority is to reunite owners with their four-legged family member and a microchip is the best chance a lost pet has at going home. “For the first time in Isaac’s history, we are genuinely proud and excited to work our local Isaac vets to deliver this free and crucial service,” Mayor Baker said.
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“How many times do we see lost and wandering dogs? It’s too many and it’s our job as a community to encourage responsible dog ownership and microchipping is amongst it. “A microchip is permanent identification and for the first time free of charge, it’s peace of mind for Isaac’s dog owners.” Cr Simon West, who chairs the Domestic Dog Advisory Committee, said a microchip – the size of a grain of rice – is implanted near the dog’s shoulders. “A microchip is not a tracking device - it stores a dog’s unique identification number, which is linked to a database registry which includes important information such as the breed and the owner’s contact details. The information is only activated using a scanner used by a Council compliance officer or a vet,” he said. Continued next page...
FREE MICROCHIP POP UP CLINICS TO SPARK PAWS-ITIVE PUP POWER CONTINUED: “We strongly encourage you to bring your dog to get microchipped at our on-the-spot clinics. “Those who register through Council’s new engagement platform Speak Up will receive a free leash and waste dispenser for you and your pooch’s next walk together. “If your dog is currently unregistered, you will also receive free registration until 30 June 2021 during your pop-up visit.”
If your dog is feeling unwell, please call your local vet directly. This is only a microchip check clinic for dogs. The first pop up clinic will be held in Clermont on 11 October with Dysart and Middlemount in November, Moranbah in December and Nebo in January. Head online to https://speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au, click on the Chip N Check icon for more information and to book a spot.
NEW POLICE STATION FOR CLERMONT Isaac Regional Council has welcomed an announcement the Queensland Government is to spend $3.5 million on a new police station in Clermont. “This is great news for Clermont and the broader Isaac Region,” Acting Mayor Kelly Vea Vea said. “Clermont certainly needs a bigger police station, particularly with the ongoing protest action against the Carmichael coal project which draws police from the town. “Adani’s operational workforce – expected to be up to 1,800 people – permanently located in their onsite camp will also be serviced from Clermont. “I understand that, if re-elected, the Government will develop a design in consultation with the Queensland Police Service and build the new station during the next term of government.” Cr Vea Vea said the announcement about Clermont Police Station highlighted the demands placed on services and infrastructure in the Isaac Region by largescale mines and their work force. “The Carmichael project draws police from Clermont and will have other impacts on the town but Clermont is not eligible for special consideration under the State Government’s Strong and Sustainable Resource Communities (SSRC) Act. “Although Clermont is the main gateway for the Carmichael site, it is outside the 125 km radius required under the SSRC Act to be considered a
Are you keeping your best mate safe? It’s dog registration time with significant discounts for desexed & microchipped dogs! Help get your dog home safely. Discover Paws-itive Blueprint for Responsible Dog Ownership by calling Council’s Customer Service Centre on 1300 47 22 27.
‘nearby regional community’. “Nearby regional communities receive special consideration to strengthen benefits from major projects, for example through employment and business opportunities. As it stands, the Carmichael Mine will draw on Clermont services they are not currently funded for. “Adani have stated their entire operational workforce will come from Rockhampton and Townsville. That’s not fair on the people of Clermont, or workers who would prefer to live in Isaac closer to their work. “The SSRC Act needs to be amended so Clermont and other towns in the region can benefit from the Carmichael project and also have social and other impacts considered. “Of course, there is also the broader issues of so many State Government services for the Isaac Region being funded on the basis of our fulltime resident population of 21,000 whereas our true population – because of the travel-in travel-out mining workforce that resides here on any night of the week – is 33,000. “Nonetheless, the decision to build a bigger police station at Clermont is welcome recognition of the increased demands on services and infrastructure generated by the mining industry. “Isaac Regional Council hopes this recognition will see a flow-on of funding for other necessary services and infrastructure.”
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CALLING ALL CREATIVE TEEN WRITERS IN CLERMONT FOR REGIONAL THINKTANK A novel idea to create a thinktank for teenage writers has become reality in the Isaac region. Isaac’s Young Writers’ Group is an online forum to connect aspiring authors aged between 13 and 18 years of age to collaborate, be empowered and share their writing dreams. Acting Mayor Kelly Vea Vea said Isaac Regional Council has a strong belief in the creative power of our local youth. “Council is hosting weekly online meet ups to discuss, share and explore how teenagers can extend their passion for writing into the future,” Cr Vea Vea said. “Feel empowered to share your interest in writing with others across the region and learn how to turn your passion for writing into a potential career.” Starting from 27 October 2020 to 17 November 2020, there will be activities to participate in, weekly challenges, information on opportunities to
extend your skills, and a special guest speaker, author Ellen Madden, who will talk about her own personal journey from novice writer to published author. The Isaac Young Writers’ Group – a free initiative - is being launched in conjunction with National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). For more information or to sign-up online head to speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au
TAKE A WHISK, CLERMONT AND SIGN UP TO JAMIE’S MINISTRY OF FOOD Jamie’s Ministry of Food is set to launch a fiveweek online cooking program exclusively to Isaac region residents from their home kitchens in October. Open to residents aged 12 and above who are living and working in Isaac’s 17 unique communities will learn how to make meals from scratch. Acting Mayor Kelly Vea Vea said Isaac Regional Council is proud to offer this world-class course to residents to help develop and sharpen their cooking skills. “With funding contribution from the Queensland Government and with the support of Health and Wellbeing Queensland, Jamie’s Ministry of Food is committed to improving the nutritional education and cooking skills for locals and priority groups,” Cr Vea Vea said. “Thank you to The Good Foundation and Jamie’s Ministry for Food in providing this prime opportunity to help teach residents how to bring the best flavours out of fresh ingredients and how to meal plan on a budget, so food goes further. “We are a region that feeds, powers and builds communities and this program exemplifies Isaac’s mission.” The Good Foundation CEO Siobhan Boyle said the program will teach participants the basics of food, nutrition and cooking, as well as some of Jamie’s
special tips and tricks. “Isaac locals will learn how to make meals from scratch, by baking, grilling, sautéing, boiling and roasting fresh ingredients,” Ms Boyle said.
“The program equips people with skills that make it simpler and quicker to cook healthy, delicious meals. Maintaining a healthy diet is always important and particularly during these difficult times.” The program is open to Isaac region residents aged 12 and above every Monday from 5.30pm starting from 12 October to 9 November 2020. Places are limited at $10, booking your spot by visiting https://bit.ly/JMOFIsaac or for more information visit https://bit.ly/3cftWmo
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2020 ISAAC REGION AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS Nominations for those who truly embody Isaac’s mantra of pure people power are now open for the 2021 Isaac Region Australia Day Awards.
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Residents are encouraged to nominate their community champion, the quiet go-getter or perhaps the humble hero by Sunday, 30 November 2020.
“We want to shine a light on the outstanding achievements of everyday people who make us proud to be Australian.”
Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said the annual awards are an opportunity to acknowledge and say thanks to some of the region’s most noteworthy residents.
Nominations for the 2021 Isaac Australia Day Awards are now open until Sunday, 30 November, 2020.
“We are region rich in resources, but we are also blessed with the greatest resource of all - our people,” Mayor Baker said. “The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us that even though we have to stay apart at times, human connection in communities is ever so important. “We continue to show that our pure people power is helping our communities to thrive as we continue to help energise the world. In Isaac, we’re used to meeting new people and no-one stays a stranger for long. “We enjoy sharing our enthusiasm and pride of our region with each other and this is the chance to celebrate that person we all think highly of.” Mayor Baker said the awards are a chance to honour those individuals, groups and organisations who have made a significant contribution to our social, civic, sporting and cultural life locally, nationally and
“Nominees can be from all walks of life from youth, to community groups, to senior citizens,” she said.
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Corporate Community Contribution of the Year
Local Awards - Individual or Group Achievement Medallions o Sport o Achievement o Culture/Arts o
Community Business Medallion
To nominate a deserving local, go to speakup.isaac.qld. gov.au or visit any Council office for a nomination form. The 2021 Isaac Region Australia Day Award winners will be announced at local celebrations on Tuesday, 26 January 2021.
ISAAC’S NATURAL BEAUTY ON DISPLAY The beauty of the Isaac region will be displayed in a new exhibition going up at the Coalface Art Gallery. The best of the entries in the recent #ourisaac photo competition will grace the gallery walls are on display now. “The beauty and variety of our region has been captured spectacularly by the marvellous photographs entered in the #ourisaac photo competition,” Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said. “Now, the best of these photos will be on display for three weeks at the Coalface Art Gallery.
Clermont’s Julie Turner captured this beautiful #ourisaac image
“From coastal pandanus to rugged caves to sweeping vistas, it is all here, and more.
wants to see the number of tourist visits increase significantly.
Who could view the selection of competition photos on display here and not want to visit our region?” Mayor Baker said that, with international travel suspended and Queenslanders re-discovering domestic holiday destinations, there is no better time to have had a promotion such as this. “While the Isaac is known as home to half the coal mines in the State, and the source of billions of dollars in royalties and other revenue for Queensland, it also attracts a considerable number of tourists. “However, there is still room for more. We are a big region – almost 60,000 square kilometres – with lots of beautiful beaches and bush to explore, and Council
“Already, tourism is the third most valuable industry in the Isaac region, worth more than $190 million a year and directly employing approximately 1,000 people. “However, Council is working hard on a number of fronts to increase tourist visits and to make Queenslanders and interstate visitors aware of the attractions in our region. “Promotions like the photo competition – and this exhibition that has followed – will certainly help us achieve that goal.” The #ourisaac in pictures exhibition runs until Friday, 9 October at the Coalface Art Gallery and will be open during business hours.
ALOE CLERMONT GARDENERS! PUT SPRING IN YOUR STEP WITH DIG IT, ISAAC! Residents in the Isaac region who love gardening from their head tomatoes will have the chance to share in $3700 in prizes. Dig It Isaac is a fresh and ground-breaking competition to unite green thumbs across Isaac as well as supporting local business. Isaac Regional Council in partnership with generous local businesses have planted the seeds to encourage residents to get back to basics by starting a new garden or completing a project that’s been sitting on the to-do list. Mayor Anne Baker said this is the competition for those who absolutely love their time in their yard and there is a Dig It Isaac! Category for all budgets and abilities. “Let’s put spring in Isaac’s step and take advantage of our incredible weather this time of year,” Mayor Baker said. “Dig It Isaac! is all about getting back to nature, in your own backyard. Winners will share in $3700 worth of Shop Isaac gift cards with the major prize winner walking away with $1000 to spend at Isaac businesses. “So how do you enter? Spend $20 or more at a local Isaac business to help create your very own backyard oasis within the region. “Entries will be accepted for Best Overall Garden, Edible Garden, Drought-Resistant Garden, Grown from Seeds Garden, Potted Garden and School, Kindy or Day Care Garden.
“A huge shout out to our local sponsors for supporting this community initiative. We’re hoping to grow this competition every Spring.” Sign up now to receive tips, tricks and early opportunities to register for upcoming workshops related to the contest. Entrants have until Friday, 30 October 2020 to share images of their garden to be in the running with winners to be announced on Friday, 6 November 2020. Terms and conditions, a frequently asked questions factsheet and entry details are available at speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au or by calling 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227).
PUBLIC NOTICES EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT FOR RATES NOTICES Isaac Regional Council would like to advise residents that rates notices have been issued from Monday, 21 September 2020. Discount period closes 21 October 2020 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 recently moved or changed your contact details, please check that you have informed Council to ensure delivery of rates notices on time. Ratepayers who make prompt payment on or before 21 October 2020 will receive a 10 per cent discount on general rates. Rates and levies for families and other domestic ratepayers in 2020-21 have been frozen at last year’s
levels due to the difficult times families and businesses are facing due to the COVID pandemic. This year Council has granted an interest free holiday on all unpaid rates notices until Monday 31 December 2020 to help support Isaac residents respond to the impacts of COVID-19. After Monday 31 December 2020, unpaid rates will incur 8.53% per cent interest per annum, compounded daily. If you have not received your rates notice by Friday, 4 October please contact Council. Ratepayers can register their details for electronic notices by phoning 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) and speaking to Council’s Rates Team, or emailing records@ isaac.qld.gov.au between 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
PUBLIC NOTICES PLANNED SURVEY ASSESSMENT, THERESA CREEK DAM AND SURROUNDS Isaac Regional Council wishes to advise residents of an upcoming planned survey assessment of Theresa Creek Dam (TCD) and neighbouring properties for Dam Failure Impact Assessment modelling, as part of our normal management activities for TCD. Council has engaged a consultant, RPS Group, who will carry out the survey and will require access to 12 neighbouring properties’ boundary lines during a twoweek period from: Monday, 28 September to Friday, 2 October 2020; and Monday, 5 October to Friday 9 October 2020 6am – 6pm each day
RPS Group will be carrying out the planned assessment and will be directly engaging with landowners. This assessment is a requirement by the Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy. Council will be working closely with the surveyor to minimise any impacts or disruptions to households and properties, while ensuring the safety of residents in the Theresa Creek Dam area. Council apologises for any inconvenience this may cause. For more information or to report any concerns, please call Council’s Customer Service Centre available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227).
COVID-19 TESTING CENTRES, DYSART, CLERMONT AND MIDDLEMOUNT Please be advised that Isaac Regional Council is sharing the following information to our community on behalf of Vanguard Health in association with BMA. Council advises residents that COVID-19 testing centres will be available in the following towns on a weekly basis: Location
Date
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Sirius Street, Clermont
Weekly on a Tuesday,
10am to 2pm
MacDonald Street, Dysart
Weekly on a Wednesday,
starting from 7 July 2020 to 24 November 2020 starting from 8 July 2020 to 25 November 2020
Eldridge Place, Weekly on a Thursday, Middlemount starting from 9 July 2020 to 26 November 2020
This follows the established centre at Mills Avenue, Moranbah. For more information about COVID-19 testing or to book an appointment please call 1800 980 574. As restrictions ease across Queensland, Council encourages more people to get tested for COVID-19. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, you should get tested immediately. Symptoms may include: • Fever
10am to 2pm 10am to 2pm
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Sore throat
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Shortness of breath
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Runny nose
• Fatigue
PUBLIC NOTICES WATER RESTRICTIONS ADVISORY - LEVEL 2, CLERMONT, EFFECTIVE FROM 14 SEPTEMBER 2020 Isaac Regional Council advises Clermont residents that Level 2 water restrictions came into effect from Monday, 14 September 2020. Projections indicate that the water level will be between 1.25m to 1.5m below the spillway height of Theresa Creek Dam, which supplies the local water treatment plant, on this date. This is the trigger for Level 2 water restrictions. Residents will be notified through Council’s website, Facebook page, next edition of the Clermont Rag and a letterbox drop to reaffirm these restrictions. We encourage residents to share this important message with their families, friends, workmates and neighbours. LEVEL 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS For residential users •
No watering on any day between 9am and 5pm
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Watering permitted 5am to 9am and 5pm to 9pm on watering days (as below) using a:
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Hand-held hose
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Automated Irrigation System (garden beds only, no grassed areas)
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Odd numbered premises water on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
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Even numbered premises water on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
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Properties without a street number on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Commercial users No watering between 9am and 5pm when connected to the potable reticulation network and using potable water. •
Top up of pools, ponds and spas only – no filling
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No topping up of tanks/dams unless for firefighting purposes.
WATER TANKERS Mobile water tankers, other than tankers directly used for firefighting purposes, must not be filled with water from the water supply system except by way of exemption from Isaac Regional Council. Filling must occur via a metered standpipe only used on designated watering days in the specific time period as per residential use. Applications for an exemption must describe use and volumes required. Exemption approval will be based on social, health, environmental or economic considerations. Standpipes will not be accessible without an exemption from Monday, 14 September 2020. An application for exemption for mobile water tankers in water restrictions is available for download at Council’s website. Visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/water-restrictions for more information or call Council’s Customer Service Centre available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227).
CLERMONT WATER QUALITY RESPONSE PLAN Isaac Regional Council would like to advise the Clermont community of the Clermont Water Quality Response Plan.
Council has committed to providing the community with regular updates on their website and will provide engagement opportunities for feedback.
The Clermont Water Quality Response Plan outlines the upcoming changes and improvements to the Clermont Water Treatment Plant and network.
A printed copy of the current Clermont Water Quality Response Plan should have arrived in your letterbox. If you haven’t received your copy, please call Council on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) To read an online copy or to stay up to date on the progress of the plan, head to Council’s website at www.isaac.qld.gov.au/clermont-water-update
There should be no doubt about the quality of drinking water in any of our communities, and Council is putting strategies in place to prevent further water quality incidents from occurring.
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).
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GARAGE SALE
10 & 11 of October 2020 UNIT 1/25 JELLICOE STREET CLERMONT PLEASE PARK OUT THE FRONT OR IN THE DRIVEWAY
9AM TO 2PM EVERYTHING MUST GO FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
BEDDING, CLOTHING, POT PLANTS
Burnett Carrying has a position vacant for a cook to join our team. Burnett Carrying is a bulk haulage company located on the outskirts of Clermont where onsite staff require prepared lunches and dinners. The days will be as per agreeance as some flexibility can be arranged for the position. If you are interested in applying for this position, please email you resume to: admin@burnettcarrying.com.au
We’r e ho sti ng FR EE do g m i cr o chi ppi ng cl ini cs a cr o ss t he Isa a c r eg i o n d u r i n g th e 2 02 0- 2 1 sp r i n g a n d su m mer sea so n . Bring your dog to get microchipped at our on-the-spot clinics with the help of our local Isaac vets. A microchip stores your pet’s unique identification number, which is linked to a microchip database registry which includes important information about your pet’s breed and your contact details. If your dog is feeling unwell, please call your local vet directly. This is a microchip check clinic for dogs only.
TIME: 9.30am-11.30am DATE: Sunday, 11 October 2020 WHERE: Centenary Park, Lime Street, Clermont REGISTER: Head online to https://speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au, click on the Chip N Check icon then register your details. T ho s e w ho r e g is t e r w il l r e ce iv e a f r e e le a s h a nd w a s t e dis pe ns e r f o r y o u a nd y o u r po o c h’s ne x t w a lk t o ge t he r . A n d w i t h a mi cr o c hi p, y o u ’l l a ls o r e ce iv e F R E E do g r e gis t r a t io n u nt il 3 0 J u ne 20 21 du r in g y o u r po p- u p v is it . It is compulsory to register your dog in Queensland under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008. If you do not register your dog and it is picked up by Council, you must pay an impoundment fee plus the registration fee before your animal will be released.
COMMUNITY NEWS CLERMONT COUNTRY CARE LAUNCHES: ‘DYLAN’S PIT STOP’ Locally based NDIS Service, Clermont Country Care has launched ‘Dylan’s Pit Stop’.
opportunities to access services such as STA.
It is the first NDIS Short Term Accommodation (STA) house to be created in Clermont and is also known as a respite house.
Clermont Country Care has increased their service offerings over the last six months with 19 employees and growing. Dylan’s Pit Stop STA facility is the latest milestone for the growth of community services available locally.
Dylan’s Pit Stop has been named after Clermont local Dylan who would previously have to go to Emerald or Mackay to be able to access supported accommodation. Dylan is an enthusiastic cook and gardener, at this new house he will have opportunities to hone his independence skills. There are also a number of activities that he will take part in while staying at the house that relate to health, exercise and wellbeing. The new facility is available to all NDIS Participants locally or visiting and can be booked by calling 1300 721 964. Providing people with opportunities to increase their independence and also provides Carers with the opportunity to have a respite from their 24/7 duties. Carers are the unsung hero’s of Australia. Particularly so in remote communities where people living with a disability have access to far less services and supports compared to people in larger centers such as Mackay and Emerald. People in remote communities are far more likely to be dependent on a family member as there are less
There has been a huge amount of change for the local crew as well as the whole disability support sector over the last six months. Clermont Country Care is delivering a number of professional services on top of traditional care services. This now includes the founding of a Allied Health multi-disciplinary team through a hybrid model of on the ground services and TeleServices. To reflect the new breadth of services and its focus on other nearby remote communities, Clermont Country Care will be updating their name to Stream Services. Watch this space for more news on the development in the coming weeks! Contributed by Clermont Country Care
DATE CLAIMERS 2020 OCTOBER 03 Rose Harris Park Markets 08 Burenda Angus & Brangus Bull Sale
NOVEMBER 07 Rose Harris Park Markets 17 Clermont Cattle Sale
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Karragarra Simmentals Bull Sale
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Clermont Cattle Sale
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14 Clermont Bears Fundraiser for Wilko 16
Glenlea Beef Bull Sale
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Senior Citizens Mini Cent Sale Beef Expo
Clermont Race Club - race day Bendemeer Braford and Composite Bull Sale
DECEMBER 04 Clermont Christmas in the Park 05
Rose Harris Park Markets
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Clermont Cattle Sale
ON THE SHELF
POP ALONG TO POP UP @ THE PARK
NEW BOOKS
If you have young children, keep the morning of Wednesday, October 28 for another Pop Up @ The Park.
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The Summer Deal by Jill Shalvis
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The Runaway Daughter by Joanna Rees
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The Love Child by Rachel Hore
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Thick as Thieves by Sandra Brown
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Say No More by Karen Rose
The Pop Up @ The Park will be held at Rose Harris Park from 9am to 11am, with Story Time starting at 9.20am. Come along to a fun morning of play, reading and talking in one of Isaac’s open spaces and bring a blanket, sunscreen, hat, water bottle and snack. Pop Up @ The Park is presented by First 5 Forever and Isaac Libraries.
SPOTLIGHT ON AUTHOR – RACHEL HORE
FREE WI-FI
English novelist, Rachel Hore, lived in Hong Kong for part of her childhood and has fond memories of receiving parcels of books from relatives back home in England.
All Isaac Libraries now offer free Wi-Fi to visitors. You can access up to 500MB of data per day via your smartphone, tablet or laptop. It’s great for browsing and downloading some of our fantastic online resources.
Her family moved back to the UK and Hore went on to study History at Oxford University.After graduation, she briefly worked in museums before she joined Cassells Publishers and gained experience as an editor.
Just search for the IRC Libraries network in your settings and follow the prompts to register and log-in. It’s available inside and outside the library so you can maintain social distancing.
Hore then worked as an assistant editor at HarperCollins Publishers and eventually became a senior editorial director.
KEEP KIDS ENTERTAINED WITH KINDERGO!
Her first novel, The Dream House was published in 2006.
It can sometimes be a challenge to keep young children entertained for more than five minutes but Isaac Libraries has come on board with Kindergo.
E-RESOURCES
Kindergo is an interactive reading App for children aged two to seven years. Thanks to First5Forever, children can explore interactive islands, read curated picture books, play learning games and build their literacy skills for free until 1 December 2020. Download the Kindergo App from Google Play or The App Store.
In 2001, Hore left the publishing industry to pursue a writing career.
An Isaac Libraries membership allows you to borrow out not just books, DVDs and audiobooks on CD, but also e-books and digital audiobooks. Library membership also gives you access to e-resources, digital magazines, movies and music online. You don’t even need to visit a library to sign-up. You can join online at: www.isaac.qld.gov.au/isaac-libraries Contributed by Laura Crichton, Clermont Library
SPORTS NEWS GOLF NEWS Sunday 4 October Played a sableford competition sponsored by The Golf Club. Ladies winner: Sandy Ladies runner-up: R.Bleakley. Men’s winner: R. Jennings Men’s runner-up: P.Bleakley. Next week is the medal final.
SSAA CLERMONT BRANCH The SSAA Clermont Branch shoot on the first and third Sunday of every month. Arrive at range at 9.30am and commence shooting at 10am. Anyone who is interested in shooting rifles or pistols is welcome to attend. You can also find us on Facebook @SSAA Clermont Branch Inc.
RELIGIOUS NOTICES UNITING CHURCH Worship Services every Sunday 8am in Clermont and 10.15am in Capella Contact: Heather James 0429 641 897 Address: Cnr Capella and Box Streets Website: clermontcapellauc.org.au NEW CREATION CHURCH CLERMONT Service time: Sundays, 10:30am Address: Scout Hall, Daintree Street Ps Trevor and Roxanne Cole: 4983 3980 UNITED CHURCH OF GOD (UCG) CLERMONT Service time: Every Sabbath (Saturdays) 2pm Address: 80 Mimosa Street Contact: Ken Murray (Elder) 0487 408 889 Website: ucg.org | beyondtoday.tv LIFE CHURCH Service time: Sundays, 9am Address: 58 Capella Street Office: Monday and Tuesday, 4983 2926 Ps Allan Kelly: 0417 095 918
LIFE CHURCH CONTINUED... 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 MASSES FOR ST MARY’S PARISH Saturday, 12 September – 6pm Sunday, 20 September – 8am Sunday, 27 September – 8am Saint Mary’s Church is closed for private worship ANGLICAN CHURCH SERVICES ALL SAINTS’ CLERMONT Service Times September 2020 Sunday 13 September, Holy Communion at 4pm All other Sundays, Morning Prayer at 9am Address: Cnr Daintree and Capricorn Streets Contact: Bob Polsen (Warden) 0427 831 676 www.facebook.com/clermontanglican
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ISAAC REGIONAL COUNCIL
AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS NOMINATION FORM Read the conditions of entry and category details on Council's website before completing this form. If you require more space for the summary of achievement and supporting evidence of the nominee, please attach to this nomination form. Submit forms to your local Council office or email records@isaac.qld.gov.au.
NOMINATE ONLINE
Candidates can be nominated in one regional and one local award category. Please tick as applicable.
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CATEGORY Citizen of the Year
REGIONAL AWARDS LOCAL AWARDS
Community Event of the Year
Young Citizen of the Year
Individual Medallion for:
Achievement
Sport
Culture/Arts
Group Medallion for:
Achievement
Sport
Culture/Arts
Corporate Community Contribution of the Year Community Business Medallion
AWARD NOMINEE DETAILS Date of Birth
Name/Organisation Address Email
Phone Number
NOMINATOR DETAILS Date of Birth
Name Address Email
Phone Number
REFEREE DETAILS
Referee and Nominator cannot be the same person
Name Address Email
Phone Number
SUMMARY OF NOMINEE
Minimum 100 words, maximum 500 words. Dotpoint of achievements are acceptable. Please attached any relevant supporting documentation to this nomination form.
By submitting this form I agree I have read and understood the General Conditions of Entry and Category Criteria. To my knowledge the information contained in this nomination is accurate and the nominee meets the eligibility requirements for the stated award, including age, residency, citizenship and no record of criminal history.
NOMINATIONS CLOSE 30 NOVEMBER 2020 ISAAC.QLD.GOV.AU
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AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS The Australia Day Awards are a chance to celebrate our pure people power. They are a chance to honour those individuals, groups and organisations who have made a significant contribution to our social, civic, sporting and cultural life locally, nationally and internationally.
2021 REGIONAL AWARDS CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
YOUNG CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
Aged 27 years or over as at 26 January 2021. Recognises outstanding members of the community for their personal endeavours, achievements and community input.
Aged 16–26 years as at 26 January 2021. Recognises young citizens for their personal endeavours, achievements and community input.
COMMUNITY EVENT OF THE YEAR To be presented to the individual or group who has staged the most outstanding community event during the year. The event had to involve and must be a significant contribution to the Isaac Region’s community.
CORPORATE COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION OF THE YEAR Recognises both large corporations operating in Isaac Region and/or small to medium enterprises (SMEs) for significant events and/or initiatives which better the community.
2021 LOCAL AWARDS ACHIEVEMENT MEDALLION Recognises individuals or groups who demonstrate genuine passion, selflessness and undertake significant endeavours to better their community.
CULTURE/ARTS MEDALLION Recognises individuals or groups involved in the region’s rich cultural and arts community.
SPORTS MEDALLION
COMMUNITY BUSINESS MEDALLION
Recognises the committed sportsperson, coach, administrator, official, or organisation and club whose actions inspire and encourage others and enrich the community through sport.
Recognises independent small to medium enterprises (SMEs) principally based in Isaac region which undertake significant endeavours to better their local community.
GENERAL CONDITIONS OF ENTRY - accurate as of 11 September 2020. 1. Isaac Regional Council accepts all award nominations in good faith and in the genuine spirit of the Australia Day Awards, which is to recognise the achievements of community members and organisations. 2. Individual nominees must be an Australian Citizen and resident of the Isaac Regional Council Local Government Area at the time of nomination. 3. Nominees can be nominated for both a regional-level award and one local award category on the same nomination form (where applicable). 4. Nominations will not be accepted if the individual or group received an award the previous year. 5. All nominations must have one nominator and one referee and include a summary of at least 100 words (dot points are acceptable) about the nominee. 6. Citizen of the Year nominees must be aged 27 years or older as at 26 January of the following year. 7. Young Citizen of the Year nominees must be aged 16–26 years as at 26 January of the following year. 8. Nominees aged under 18 as at 26 January of the following year will require consent of a parent or guardian to be considered. 9. Where Council believes there is a question over the validity of the nomination, it may elect to contact the nominator, referee or nominee directly for clarification. 10. Council maintains the right to exclude any nomination it considers would diminish the integrity of Council and/or the awards without recourse, which includes a criminal history involving conviction for any indictable offence. 11. Council may consider nominations under an alternate award category should it deem there is merit. 12. Council reserves the right to vary the terms and conditions of the awards program at any time at its absolute discretion.
NOMINATE ONLINE
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