The
CLERMONT RAG Community Newsletter Friday May 20 2016
Clermont Show - the Isaac Region’s Show The end of May means only one thing - it’s Show Time! contributed by Kate Flohr
The weather is cooling down, the days are getting shorter – that can only mean one thing in the Isaac Region. It’s Clermont Show time. Finalise your fine arts, polish your pumpkins, bake some biscuits, fertilize your ferns, organise your oranges or play music to your mandarins! The Clermont Show Committee are in final preparations for a jam-packed three days of fun, entertainment and displays. Gate entry prices for the Clermont Show have not changed for many years. The Clermont Show Committee encourages all families and the whole community to attend the show to enjoy the colour and excitement of Sideshow Alley, as well as experience the huge array of local produce and the great entertainment. Gate prices are the same whether attending for one day or two: $5 per adult, $3 High school students and pensioners, free for children under 12. Visitors who attend on Tuesday may keep their ticket for free entry on Wednesday, the show Public Holiday. Get ready for it all to begin on Monday with the Beef Cattle Judging as well as Dressage competition in the morning from 9am sharp. The Show Jumping will start on Monday afternoon. Check out the Schedules at www.clermontshow.com.au for more details for when the events are beginning. Make sure your giant pumpkins are ready on Tuesday. Entries close at 12pm and are to be delivered to the Heritage Building (brick building on top of the hill). We are looking forward to seeing some monster-sized pumpkins again this year. The Bull Bonanza – Commercial Bull Sale will be starting at 2.30pm at the Ladies Annex beside the main bar. This will see some of the best bulls in the region up for grabs in a Helmsman-style auction. Have a chat with your local agent for more information.
The 2016 Isaac Region’s Clermont Show is excited to have Big Top Entertainment to entertain the crowds. They will have roving entertainment throughout the Show and three amazing circus shows including breath taking aerial acts, clowning, comedy and magic. There will also be two, thirty minute circus workshops teaching participants the art of juggling, hula hooping, plate spinning plus more! Make sure you see them at the tent to find out all the information. Get your seats early on Tuesday night as the Big Top Entertainment crew will have a spectacular show for us before the fireworks at 8pm. Definitely not one to be missed. After the fireworks on Tuesday night, we be holding our Young Farmers Challenge. Last year teams faced four ‘farmers’ challenges and some entertaining obstacles and some surprise talents from the Region emerged. This years will again be an event not to miss and to get involved in! Teams of four must be 18 years and over and be ready to face obstacles that are part of everyday life for many in the Isaac Region. Keep an eye on the Clermont Show Facebook page for more details. We will again have our travelling farm and don’t forget the pig races and the rest of the Show fun including show jumping, cattle events, ring events, working dog championships, and trade and machinery displays. With so much fun to be had in Side Show Alley, there is more than two days’ worth of entertainment for the family to enjoy. There really is only one place to be, and we look forward to seeing you at the 2016 Clermont Show – the Isaac Region’s Show. For more information please contact: President Scott Moller 49835353 or Secretary Nea Hamblin 4983 3023, www.clermontshow.com.au or keep up to date on Facebook – Clermont Show.
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Council funding up for grabs Looking for a funding boost? You may be eligible for funding through Council’s revamped Community Grants program. Come along to your local Community Grants roadshow May 26 – June 7 to learn about accessing funding of up to $5,000 through the newly revised program. Deputy Mayor Geoff Bethel said the roadshows would help explain the updated Community Grants program and assist community groups, individuals and teams with their applications.
Anyone with an existing Community Grants application with Council will not be affected by the changes, which will take effect from July 1, 2016. For more details on the Community Grants roadshows and application process visit Council’s website www.isaac.qld.gov.au/isaac-community-grants
“We‘ve made significant changes to Community Grants categories and criteria,” he said. “These will be outlined during our roadshows in Moranbah, Clermont, Glenden, Nebo, Middlemount, Dysart, St Lawrence and Camila. “During the roadshows Council staff will also be encouraging one-on-one chats with potential applicants to help improve their chances of a successful application. “It’s important and exciting to support the many talented individuals, and innovative events and programs across our region. “Improving the framework around funding opportunities will strengthen this support and will help guide the long-term development of our communities,” Deputy Mayor Bethel said.
Festival Lights’ taken at the ‘Moranbah Food and Arts Multicultural Festival’ by Shaun Huntly, Moranbah Arts Council.
Meals on Wheels at Clermont Show
contributed by Margaret Henn
The Committee of Meals on Wheels does not normally fund raise as our costs are kept low by the generous volunteers who give their time as deliverers. Recently we have experienced several increases in the price of our meals that we feel we can not pass onto clients.
where tickets in a raffle of towels and accessories will be on sale. Meals on Wheels provides an invaluable service to the aged and temporarily and permanently disabled so we look forward to the community in supporting us in this venture.
So this year for the first time, Meals on Wheels will be represented at the Clermont Show with a table in the Pavilion
CLERMONT PATCHWORK AND QUILTERS INC. ANNUAL CENT SALE $5 ENTRY THE ANGLICAN HALL ON 16TH JUNE 2016 DOORS OPEN AT 9AM WITH A 9.30 START OUR THEME IS YELLOW DRAWING OF OUR INDULGANCE PACK RAFFLE OUR HAND MADE PRIZES OUR FANTASTIC ENDLESS MORNING TEA HAND MADE ARTICLES FOR SALE ON THE DAY Any Enquiries Phone LINDA 0427 880 961
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Fuzzbook
contributed by The Sarge
First of all, sorry for missing last week and secondly I should give myself a clip around the ears. No sooner had I said we were doing great on the traffic crashes so far this year when three of the buggers happened almost in a row. First one was on the Clermont Rubyvale Road and thanks to the other facebook, mostly everyone knows what happened there. The following morning a local bread delivery van ended up on its side after the driver lost control and upon trying to get back up on to the road gravity took over. Finally a third crash on the corner of Hershel and Capricorn Streets was caused by a driver failing to stop and give way at the stop sign there. That’s right there are two parts to a stop sign, stopping AND giving way. Not much good doing one without the other. On the subject of these traffic crashes I would like to point out something we probably all do without knowing it, learned behaviour. This is basically where you do the same thing over and over again until it becomes second nature like when you drive to the intersection, stop, there is nothing coming so you go across. If you do this day in and day out it becomes learned behaviour in that it is harder to not do the routine. Imagine if you had a railway crossing in the middle of nowhere and you were required to stop, look both ways and proceed if there was no train. If you did this every day for 6 months it becomes learned behaviour. Yes and you guessed it when there is a train coming, learned behaviour can take over, particularly if you are fatigued, mind on something else etc and you will drive in front of the train. The only option to avoid this is to try and get rid of infrastructure that is not needed or break your routine to something different. Telling the police officer you just did not see the train is just not plausible in anyone’s mind.
With the Show coming up everyone including the kids are getting excited so hopefully everyone is on their best behaviour for the few days. The bar will be operating as normal and police will be on the lookout for anyone that chances that quick nip home full of grog. It didn’t work at the Rodeo so it won’t work for the show. In closing I would like to bring to everyone’s attention that there are new faces in town. Families are moving into the area that are starting fresh from the big city. Without the prospect of work in the area it is going to be hard, not only for locals but the new comers as well to secure jobs and this means people with idle time on their hands. I would like everyone to keep vigilant and lock away belongings and watch these new faces and come up with your own opinions. Some incidents have already occurred which saw the video shop lose DVD’s and other valuables. Some of this has been recovered and a woman will be facing court in Clermont on various charges. Another male person who has since left to go back to Rockhampton is also going to face charges. Do not give anyone the opportunity to take your hard earned money and valuables. Also if someone comes to you with a sob story about how hard they have it, listen with your mind, not your heart because you may get sucked in. If anyone genuinely needs help direct them to the applicable agencies such as St Vincent de Paul, Lifeline and so forth, do not become a victim. Anyway that’s it for now. See everyone at the Show. Sarge
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School News
St Joseph’s School
Student of the week: Prep: Perri Humphreys for your dedication to our fine motor activities this week. Year 1: Archie Nairn for working hard during our maths lessons this week. Year 2: Lainey Foot for the way you consistently work hard in all areas. Year 3: Cooper Nairn for the dedication you have shown to finishing your work to the best of your ability. Year 4: Chloe Cavanagh for your determination and focus during mathematics this week. Year 5/6: Michael Pretorius for working scientifically during our leaf investigation. Principal’s Award: Darcie Moore for the quiet determination you show in every task that you do.
Making Jesus Real: Harry Turner for helping one of your friends on the playground when other students were running around. Ryder Marks for stopping your game to make sure that one of your friends was okay after they got hurt. Paxton Zoutenbier for the kindness you show to others in MJR. Angela Chan for the way you always greet me with a cheery good morning and a beautiful smile. Olivia Gillies for the kind way you assisted during Meals on Wheels last week.
Public notice Clermont Show public holiday – Council closure Isaac Regional Council would like to advise Clermont, Dysart, Middlemount and Moranbah residents of the following Council closures for the Clermont Show public holiday on Wednesday May 25. All Council offices, Libraries, Resource Recovery Centres, Depots and the Clermont Historical Centre, will be closed Wednesday May 25 and will resume normal operating hours on Thursday May 26. If you require further information please contact 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227).
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Clermont COMMUNITY Housing AND OTHER SERVICES INC CCHAOS Inc. has received funding under the Community Drought Support Package to provide flexible financial hardship support to community members experiencing hardship in the drought declared communities within the Isaac Regional Council area. Join us for National Simultaneous Storytime
For further Information, please contact our office on:
National Simultaneous Storytime is back with this year’s book ‘I Got This Hat’ written by Jol and Kate Temple and illustrated by Jon Foye.
Phone: (07) 4983 3400 or E-mail: administration@cchaosi.com.au.
Bring your favourite hat to Clermont Library’s special storytime session:
Lagoona, 2 Lime Street, Clermont QLD 4721. Our opening hours are:
Clermont Library Tuesday May 24 10am Bookings essential, call 1300 ISAACS (472 227) or visit the library to reserve your spot.
Alternatively, our office is situated at:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 12.30 pm – 3pm Wednesday: 12.30 pm – 2 pm Funding by: Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services; Queensland Government.
Isaac Community Grants Roadshow CLERMONT Did you know that local not-for-profit community groups, organisations and residents who are representing the region are eligible for funding through Council’s Community Grants program?
CLERMONT ROADSHOW SCHEDULE DATE
LOCATION
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Friday May 27
Clermont Old Library
10am
Saturday May 28
Clermont Old Library
10am
Council is hosting a series of roadshows during May and June to explain the newly revised program and to help interested parties with the application process. Come along to one of the Clermont roadshows and find out how you can take advantage of Community Grants funding.
To book or for more information call 1300 ISAACS (472 227) or visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au
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Opening hours are: 5.30pm to 7.30pm Wednesday and 5.30pm to late on Friday
August
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Anglican Monster Car 6 Clermont Markets Boot Sale/Book Fair 9 Census night 21 Bush Pigs home 13 Bush Pigs home game game 23-25 Clermont Show 17 Clermont Cattle Sale 24 Clermont Show 18 Seniors week Cattle Sale luncheon 26 Clermont Forum 19-20 Clermont Gold and meeting Coal Festival 28 Reef out the 20 Bush Pigs home Rubbish game June 2 4
Clermont Forum meeting Clermont Markets
10-12 Clermont Pony Club Campdraft
September 3
Clermont Markets
14
Clermont Cattle Sale
TBA Clermont Beef Bull Sale
15
Clermont Cattle Sale
October
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Clermont Patchwork and Quilters Group Cent Sale
1
Clermont Markets
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Burenda Angus/ Brangus Bull Sale
16-19 Clermont Gold Cup Campdraft
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Clermont Cattle Sale
18 Bush Pigs home game
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Clermont Beef Expo & Billa Park Simmental Bull Sale
25 Bush Pigs home game
November
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Skate Tour
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Clermont Markets
11 St Mary’s Christmas Fair
July 1-3 Twin Hills ACA youth camp and campdraft
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December
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Clermont Cattle Sale
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Clermont Races Hopgood Charolais Bull Sale
30 Bush Pigs home game
Clermont Cattle Sale
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RSL Christmas fete
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Clermont Markets
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Clermont Cattle Sale
Come on in and enjoy a friendly chat with your friends or family. Bring a mate or two for Friday night raffles with lots of great prizes. Happy hour from 6pm to 7pm. Friday night members cash draw has kicked off.
Tai Chi For Health Regular Wednesday Classes at the Senior Citizen’s Hall.
Advanced: 9-10am Intermediate: 10-11am Beginners: 11-12pm (as required)
All welcome. Gold coin donation. For more information please contact: Sue Flynn on 4983 3472 or 0418 719 198.
Ladies and Gents over 50 Clermont Senior Citizens are looking for new members. We meet every 4th Thursday at our hall in Capricorn Street. 9am start for morning tea and activities, followed by our monthly meeting at 11am. All welcome.
2016 Influenza Vaccination Influenza Vaccines are still available at the Clermont Surgery for those who are eligible over 65,chronic illness or pregnant. Please contact the Surgery for more information on 4983 1801.
Anglican Church Monster Car Boot Sale/ Book Fair The annual Monster Car Boot Sale and Trash and Treasure will be held this Saturday May 21 at the Anglican Hall. The breakfast barbecue will commence at 7.30am. Morning tea will be served in the hall from 9.30am. Spaces will be available at a cost of $10 per site outside the hall to set up stalls. It is not necessary to book but sites may be reserved by ringing Margaret 4983 1406. It’s a chance to clean out your cupboards and all wares will be gratefully received. We already have an interesting array of second hand items, some unused, and it will be well worth a visit to browse. We also have some interesting sites already booked outside the hall, including an extensive plant stall.
Years 5 -12 Boarding School Kindergarten - Year 12 Day School Whitsunday Anglican School will be at the upcoming Clermont Show. Our Principal, Mrs Maria McIvor, Head of Boarding, Mr Bruce Keys and Registrar, Ms Connie-Louise Alexander, will be present to answer all your questions regarding education and boarding at Whitsunday Anglican School. Mrs Maria McIvor will be at the show from 9.00am -11.00am Wednesday 25 May. Monday May 23 Afternoon Tea At the Clermont showgrounds at 4.30pm, we will be holding an informal afternoon tea ahead of the showgrounds BBQ. If current families, and anyone interested in enquiring about our boarding facilities would like to come along and have a cuppa and a chat, please don’t hesitate to let us know by RSVP, for catering purposes to eventsrsvp@was.qld.edu.au. Boarders’ Bus from Moranbah The Moranbah bus services departs from the Moranbah Community Centre at 4:30pm each Sunday and arrives at Booth House around 7.00pm. This service returns students on Friday, arriving in Moranbah at approximately 5.45pm, delivering students to their homes and scheduled drop off points along the journey. About Whitsunday Anglican School Recognised as one of the leading regional independent schools in Queensland, the Whitsunday Anglican School (WAS) is a co-educational day and boarding school situated in tropical north Queensland. Whitsunday Anglican School provides co-educational contemporary boarding opportunities for students from Years 5 to 12, and the unique flexible boarding options offer families the choice of weekly or full-time boarding depending on their individual requirement. Young men and women are nurtured and encouraged to reach their full potential in a warm and caring environment. Students consistently achieve OP scores which are among the top in the State, while NAPLAN results compare favourably across the nation. Graduates from WAS are consistently recognised as some of Queensland’s top academic achievers, and more than 95 percent of graduates go on to complete university studies.
Please speak to us about our Year 9 boarding bursaries which are now available.
To discuss an enrolment application or to arrange a tour of the School please contact the Schools Registrar, Connie-Louise Alexander on 07 4969 2077 or registrar@was.qld.edu.au
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LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
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On the Shelf
I Got This Hat for National Simultaneous Storytime ‘I Got This Hat’, written by Jol and Kate Temple and illustrated by Jon Foye, is the chosen book for the 2016 National Simultaneous Storytime. National Simultaneous Storytime will be held nationally on Wednesday May 25 at 11am when schools, libraries and playgroups gather to simultaneously read ‘I Got This Hat’. Isaac Libraries will be holding special National Simultaneous Storytime sessions from Monday May 23 to Thursday May 26. Due to the Clermont Show Holiday being held on Wednesday May 25, the Clermont Library will hold its National Simultaneous Storytime session on Tuesday May 24 at 10am. Bring along your favourite hat. Bookings are essential. Zinio Digital Magazines now at Isaac Libraries Zinio for libraries is now available through the Isaac Libraries, giving Isaac Libraries members access to digital magazines. You can read complete digital editions of popular magazines through Zinio for libraries and enjoy interactive elements such as audio and video. For more details about Zinio for libraries, visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/e-books or enquire at your local Isaac library. ComicsPlus is here! ComicsPlus has arrived at the Isaac Libraries and is a digital resource offering Isaac Libraries members thousands of free comics and graphic novels. Parental controls can be set for young children. To access ComicsPlus, follow the links via the Council’s website: www.isaac.qld.gov.au/e-books You will need to establish a ComicsPlus account using your Isaacs Libraries membership number and creating a password. A ComicsPlus Library edition app will need to be downloaded on to your tablet/ipad/iphone. For further information about ComicsPlus, call the Clermont Library on 4846 3746. First Five Forever The First Five Forever program aims to give children from birth to five years old the best chance in life and improve literacy outcomes. Babies and children love sharing stories and it’s never too early to talk, read and tell stories with your child. Free e-resources There are several free library e-resources available through the Isaac Libraries link on the Isaac Regional Council website. Sunshine Online is a maths and literacy learning database for children aged 4 to 9 years. Busy Things is a literacy, numeracy, music, art and ICT skills database for children aged 3 to 11 years. Zoo Whiz is a maths, reading and word skills database for children aged 4 to 15 years.
To access these free e-resources and more, follow the links via the Council’s website: www.isaac.qld.gov.au/e-resources. New arrivals Recent arrivals in adult non-fiction includes the following: The World of the Dalai Lama by Gill Farrer-Halls Michael Yardney’s Guide to Getting Rich The Extraordinary Life of the Wildlife Man by David Ireland Australian Beekeeping Guide Inside the Vault - The History and Art of Australian Coinage by Peter Rees Show Holiday closure The Clermont Library will be closed on Wednesday May 25 due to the Clermont Show Holiday. Library program/event bookings Bookings for all library programs are essential. To book call the Clermont Library on 4846 3746. Until next time, see you at the Library. Sue and Laura
Children love Baby Bounce, Storytime, Craft and Rhymetime 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 are a good way to connect with other parents with young children. Rhymetime and Craft 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. Bookings are essential please phone 4983 4746 or email Clermont.Library@isaac.qld gov.au
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Religious Notices New Creation Fellowship Clermont
Meetings 2016
‘Come As You Are’ Service time 10am Sundays Scout Hall, Daintree Street PS Trevor & Roxanne Cole 4983 3980.
Clermont Pensioners League
Clermont Meals On Wheels
meet every 2nd Monday of the month
meetings are held every alternate
at the Senior Citizens Hall at 2pm.
month on the 2nd Monday at 2pm at
St Mary’s Church
meetings are held on the first
Monash Lodge Inc meetings are
May Sunday May 22 8.30am Saturday May 28 6pm Sunday May 29 Ecumenical Service Catholic Church 9am June Saturday June 4 Bishop Michael’s visit 6pm Sunday June 12 8.30am Saturday June 18 6pm Sunday June 26 8.30am July Saturday July 2 6pm Sunday July 10 8.30am Saturday July 16 6pm Sunday July 24 8.30am Saturday July 30 6pm Sunday July 31 Ecumenical Service 9am
Wednesday of the month at 11am at
held on the 2nd Tuesday of each
the QCWA Hall, Sirius Street. Meeting
month at 4pm at Monash Lodge.
Anglican Church Service - All Saints’ Clermont
Clermont Forum meet in the
Phone: 4983 3484 For Hire of Anglican Church Hall call 4983 1435.
Country Women’s Association
is followed by light lunch.
Association hold their meeting on the
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
4th Thursday after activities at 11am.
For further information please contact Scott Rathbone on 0407 659 402. Buffaloe Lodge No 45 Clermont meet every 4th Sunday of the month at 10am at the Leo Hotel. Meetings will be held May 22, June 26, July 24, August 28, September 25, October 23 and November 27.
Commercial Hotel dining room during school term every 1st Thursday at 12 noon to 1pm. We will meet June 2. Clermont Artslink meetings are held
Join Us! Sunday Service 9am Mainly Music (0-5 years) Mondays 9.15am Horse Riding Wednesdays 4 - 5.30pm Kids Club Fridays 4 - 5pm CLAW youth Fridays 7 – 9pm 58 Capella Street Clermont We are an ACC church. Everyone welcome. Phone: Ps Allan Kelly 041 7095918 Ps Renita Kelly 0408 063 123 Ps Judy Anne Dalrymple 0413 761 778
every third Thursday of the month at
Sunday worship 8am. Holy Communion celebrated each Sunday. Pastor Terry Stanyer gregoryuniting.org.au PHONE: 4983 3445
Clermont Senior Citizens
The Clermont Men’s Shed now open
Sonrise Central Queensland
Uniting Church Cnr Capella and Box Streets
Monash Lodge.
6.30pm at the Scout Hall in Daintree Street. For more information contact Liz Liveingstone on 4983 2652. SSAA meetings held at the Range on 3rd Sunday of the month at 12 midday. Clermont Patchwork and Quilters Group Inc meet Thursday and Saturday 9.30am – 3.30pm. 1st Thursday night of the month 6.30pm to late. Please join us for a cuppa and a laugh. Further info contact Linda on 0427 880 961.
Join us at our hall in Capricorn Street. All welcome. Clermont Community Choir meet every week at the Scout Hall. Alternating Wednesday and Thursday nights at 7.30pm. New members always welcome - 16 years or over. For more information contact Freida Berry Porta on 0409 394 651. Clermont Health Advisory Network Team meets the first Thursday of each month at 7.30am at the Clermont Hospital. For more information contact Liz Livingstone on 4983 4011. Clermont RSL Sub Branch will be holding their AGM on Saturday May 28 at the RSL Clubhouse, 76 Herschel Street at 10.30am. David Ward, Branch President.
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Extended to June 2016
Anzac Heroes and Heroines Exhibition Clermont Historical Centre Celebrating the Anzac Centenary Astonishingly, 706 men and women from the Clermont district left for the perils of WWI and WWII to protect their home and nation.
WWI premier sniper William “Billy” Sing
A century on, we remember and honour all those who’ve served in conflict with the Anzac Heroes and Heroines Exhibition, showing at the Clermont Historical Centre from March 2016. We invite you to experience this personal exhibition telling stories of local heroes and life in Central Queensland during war times.
Opening hours from March 2, 2016 (Closed January & February) Wednesday to Saturday, 9am to 3pm
Location
Peak Downs Highway, 2km from Clermont
Entry fee
$6 adults, $4 pensioners, $3 children under 12yrs $15 family with two or more children Soldiers march down Capella Street, Clermont
Due to popular demand the exhibition has been extended to June 2016. For more information about the upgrade or exhibition, visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au or call 1300 472 227.
Visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au or call 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) to find out more
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Clermont Sports Centre Small group training and general session timetable May 1 to May 31 Jupiter Street Clermont 07 4983 1422 All small group training included in gym membership or $16.50 for casual passes. Bert’s Place Kids Club– Childcare daily hours. Fees apply. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9am to 12pm. Monday Axis 30mins 6.15am Revolution spin 60mins 9.30am Pilates mat and ball work L1-L2 11am Power step 30mins 6.30pm Yoga 6pm TRX beginners 7pm Tuesday Ladies indoor volleyball 9.15am/10.15am Rip express 5.45pm Revolution express 30mins 6.30pm Wednesday TRX flex 30mins 6.15am Axis 30mins 9am Revolution spin 1/2 hour 9.30am Powers step 30mins 5.30pm THUMP beginners 6pm Yoga 6pm Revolution spin 1 hour 7pm Thursday Lazy fox jogging 8.30am Junior mixed dodgeball 8 to 14 years. 4.30pm. $5 per game plus registration fee. Mixed indoor volleyball 6.30pm Friday Revolution express 30mins 9.15am Rip express 10am Yoga over 55’s 11am Pilates mat and ball work L1-L2 5.45pm Saturday THUMP 45mins 8.30am TRX 9.15am Sunday Revolution 1 hour 5pm Rip express 30-45mins 6pm CLASS DESCRIPTIONS 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. Monday and Saturdays, Wednesday 30 minutes flexibility focus. Rip Group Rx A high intensity strength conditioning class using barbell and light weights. 45-1 hour in duration. Bring towel and water bottle! $16.50 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 nights 6pm. A pair of inners to be worn under gloves can be purchased for $5.00 before class. L2 and L3 bookings only! Boxing equipment provided for both classes. $16.50 per class, free for gym members. AXIS A half hour functional body weight resistance class for adults and kids 8-14 year olds. Improve core and whole body strength. $6.60 per child. Class is set to music. New class time Monday’s 6.15am Indoor Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 runs Thursday nights throughout Term 1 and 2. Start time 6.30pm time slot . Mixed teams. Tuesday Ladies Volleyball Fixtures Season 1 runs February to June. New players welcome. Game start times TBA. Junior Mixed Dodgeball (NEW) Thursday’s 4.30pm nominations open for season 1. $15 registration fee and $5 game fee per child. Half hour games. New players welcome! Power Step (NEW) 30 minute step class which will tone, strengthen and improve your cardiovascular endurance. Pilates Level 1 Mat and Ball 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. Tight Arse Tuesday’s $7 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. $16.50 for casuals . $6.60 for children up to 14 years. Power Yoga is not suitable for children under 10 years of age. SPIN/Revolution 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. 7 Jupiter St Clermont, 07 4983 1422 www.clermontsportscentre.com
Clermont Clay Target Club We held our monthly shoot last weekend with good attendance from local and travelling shooters. For more information on Clay Target shooting call Allison Skinner 0427 792 562.
Vets golf Gary Manion was the winner of the stroke competition with run downs to Alan McGuiness and Kathy McGuiness. Least putts 14 to Essie Wood. Because of the cooler weather, Vets will hit off at 2pm every Thursday.
Golf News Thanks to Glencore Open Cut Mine for sponsoring the community golf day. The four person ambrose brought out the socially competitive and fun spirit in all.
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Madabout Fitness Monthly timetable May All classes and open gym are $12.50 41 James Road, Clermont Madonna 0448 007 263 Monday 9.30am Gut and Butt Blast 5.45pm Gut and Butt Blast Wednesday 9.30am Circuit training 5.45pm Lets Lift Circuit Thursday 5.45pm Metafit 7.30pm – 9pm Open gym Friday 6.30am XT-THUMP 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. 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. Circuit training This is a form of body conditioning or resistance training using high-intensity/ low-intensity aerobic energy. It targets strength building and muscular endurance. An exercise ‘circuit’ is one completion of all prescribed exercises in the program. It is highly enjoyable and recommended to all levels of fitness. 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.
XT - THUMP boxing it’s a nice way to start your day. This class incorporates 10mins of circuit cardio, 10mins strength training and 20mins thump boxing. A fully functional total body workout that burns, burns, burns. Metafit This is a 30 minute bodyweight training system that gets results! It is a functional and effective, metabolic workout that will change the way you train. Created by a former Royal Marine Commando, Metafit combines the latest HIIT techniques with traditional ‘old school’ bodyweight exercises to set the metabolism on fire! Lets lift circuit Resistance Circuit works on the principle of Circuit Training with stations broken down into a lower and upper body weights workout, using the subscription of low weights high repetition to develop a challenging total body workout, ensuring lean muscle mass gains.
Clermont Rifle Association Inc NB highest score are: Fullbore 105.21, F Class 126.21 Results from Sunday May 15: Fullbore scores: C Solomon 98.5, L Solomon 91.1 F Class scores: S Soar 107.2, C Kimber 90.0, A Kimber 79.0 This Sunday 500 metres. 8.30am start. 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
Junior Golf Dates to remember: May 22 home game May 23 golf lesson for all 3 holes 3.30pm For further information please contact Toni McFarlane on 0438 689 919 or email clermontjuniorgolf@gmail.com
Clermont Branch Inc Wanting to become a member? Please contact, Lloyd on 4983 2010 or Frances on 4983 1478.
We shoot on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month. Arrive at range at 9.30am and commence shooting at 10am. Anyone who is interested in shooting rifles or pistols are welcome to attend. Next Firearms Safety Course will be held on Sunday June 5 providing we have enough people register. If interested please phone Christine Marteene on 0429 833 052 to register. Clermont shooters travelled to Townsville for the Combined Services State titles on May Day weekend and also to Sarina for the Anzac shoot. Conditions were good and all shooters placed in events with junior shooter, Mitchel Klupfel being the standout. Results from Townsville: Mitchel Klupfel 1st for 3 position core class and 2 Junior. 1st - Standing deliberate Junior 1st - 3 position core class 2 C grade 2nd - 3 position deliberate Junior 2nd - long range class 1 and 2 Junior 3rd - position core class 1 C grade Mitchel also took out Junior top gun for 2016. He placed not only well in the Junior division but also C grade division. Tony Klupfel 1st in 3 position core for class 1 pistols A grade. Lloyd Marteene 3rd in position core for class 2 pistols A grade. Results from Sarina: Frances Fowler 3rd in benchrest rifle. Dennis Fowler teamed with a Glenden shooter and they placed 3rd in the teams event.