Clermont Rag 7 October 2016

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CLERMONT RAG Community Newsletter Friday October 7 2016

Edie Munster, Estelle Wood, Cath Allwood, Gay Davis and Olly Faros pay their respects.

Mayor Anne Baker and Cr Lyn Jones unveiling the commemorative plaque.

Monash Lodge residents Daph Massey and Laura Burnett.

Alan Guilfolye and Ivan Bettridge.

Plaque unveiled to remember lives lost The Clermont community gathered at Ivan Bettridge Park over the weekend to remember the lives lost in the devastating 1916 Flood.

Council will mark the 100th anniversary of the flood during the Graveside Memorial at the Clermont Cemetery on December 28.

Mayor Anne Baker and Cr Lyn Jones joined emcee Alan Guilfoyle and the Clermont State High School Captains in a moving plaque unveiling ceremony.

Relive stories of courage, heroism and tragedy at the Clermont Historical Centre’s

Mayor Anne Baker expressed the importance of remembering the more than 60 flood victims, along with family and community members.

“I could not begin to imagine the heartache and devastation the community felt in the wake of the flood.

“Families were forever changed with mothers, fathers and children taken so suddenly.

“The community showed enormous courage and determination to pick up the pieces after a horrific disaster of that proportion.

“That’s why it’s so important we remember not only the flood victims, but also the heroes who saved lives and helped rebuild Clermont.

“Thank you to everyone involved in the ceremony and to Chris Marteene, President of Monash Lodge and its residents for contributing to the instalment of the commemorative plaque.”

‘A Flood of Memories’ Exhibition.

For more details and a full list of Council’s 1916 flood centenary commemorative events please visit www. isaac.qld.gov.au/1916-flood-centenary ‘A Flood of Memories’ Exhibition •

On display now until December 2017

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Clermont Historical Centre – located on the Peak Downs Highway 2km from Clermont.

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Visit the Centre from Wednesday to Saturday.

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Full entry details at Council’s website www.isaac.qld.gov.au

1916 Flood Graveside Memorial Service – December 28 •

9am, Wednesday December 28

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Clermont Cemetery

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1916 - When I was only six written by Adelaide Bryant At the unveiling of the Commemorative Plaque to remember the lives lost in the 1916 flood, Olivia Gillies read a poem written by her Grandmother, Adelaide Bryant, called ‘1916 – When I Was Only Six’.

The poem recounts what her great great Grandfather witnessed as a six year old boy during the 1916 Flood.

Lower and lower came the darkening clouds,

The night wore on, the creek roared,

Days we waited to cross the creek,

The winds increased their fury,

But high above that sound we heard the sounds of people screaming.

People missing, people dead,

The rain came down in buckets, My hear beat fast, my reason fled, Because I was only six.

Mother and Elizabeth finally came home, Drenched and apprehensive.

They’d bought flour and treacle.

Mum said the deluge might last And that the creek was running fast, When I was only six.

Night came on with abatement.

“Go to bed and say your prayers” Was my mothers only statement.

The rain pounded on our tin roof, The goats ba’hd in the yard.

The town was isolated.

Courageous people carrying on, Sharing what they had,

I crept out to where my mother knelt in prayer,

taking in the homeless, burying the dead,

A lantern fitfully burning.

The tears streamed down her face, “I fear people are drowning” And I was only six.

In the morning a watery sky, And utter devastation.

I was only six.

The bridge across the lagoon was gone, Along with all the shops.

Up in the trees a piano hung,

Water rushed across the flat,

A testament to the height of the flood.

No town was left.

Miles away stock and bodies found,

Dead stock floated in the waters,

It haunts me even now,

Bodies too I believe,

Even though I was only six.

but mother wouldn’t let us look, I was only six.

Tp frightened to sleep we cuddled one another, When I was only six.

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What’s your ‘what-if’ plan this storm season?

Isaac’s SES volunteers are ordinary people who do extraordinary things for our communities in times of need.

Isaac Regional Council is urging residents to consider their ‘what-if’ plan and get prepared during RACQ Get Ready Week, October 10-16.

Local Disaster Management Group Chair and Mayor Anne Baker said Queensland is at increased risk of natural disasters during November to April.

“Isaac is susceptible to bushfires, flooding, tropical cyclones, road closures and service outages to name a few,” she said.

“In recent years we have seen how quickly natural disasters can arise, and how devastating and widespread their impacts can be.

“RACQ Get Ready Week is an important reminder to get prepared now by tidying up gardens, cleaning gutters and making sure insurances are up to date.

could your family last for three days without food and water if disaster struck tomorrow?

“There are lots of ways you can prepare, but the easiest way is to visit the Get Ready website www.getready.qld. gov.au for great tips and factsheets.

“As a community, if we each do a little, we all accomplish a lot. The more prepared we are, the faster we’ll bounce back afterwards.”

In the event of a disaster, visit the Bureau of Meteorology website for weather updates, contact the State Emergency Service (SES) on 132 500 for flood and storm assistance, and dial triple zero (000) for lifethreatening emergencies.

For more information visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au or call Isaac Regional Council on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227).

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One Million Stars to End Violence Isaac Libraries will host star weaving work stations between August 2016 - July 2017. Everyone from individuals to community groups are invited to join the project and help weave stars.

Help Isaac Libraries reach their goal of 10,000 stars

August 2016 - July 2017 One Million Stars to End Violence is a love and peace filled community project started by Brisbane artist Maryann Talia Pau and supported by Queensland State Government. The goal is to weave one million stars to display at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast in 2018.

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‘The town that moved’ to commemorate centenary of the 1916 flood

Isaac Regional Council Commemorates the 1916 Clermont Flood 1916 Clermont Flood Exhibition (Open now to December 2017) • Clermont Historical Centre • Visit the Centre from Wednesday to Saturday • Full entry details at Council’s website: www.isaac.qld.gov.au

1916 Flood Graveside Memorial Service (December 28) • Clermont Cemetery • From 9am

Phase two Isaac asset management launches Isaac Regional Council assets are going under the microscope as part of a long term Asset Management Plan.

For more information visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au, phone 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227) or visit an Isaac Regional Council office.

Mayor Anne Baker said consultants from Assetic will travel the region over the next six weeks collecting data.

“Residents can expect to see the consultants taking photos of everything from parks, pools and playgrounds, to Council Offices and Resource Recovery Centres.

“The data they capture will give us a better understanding of the condition of our assets.

“It will help Council distribute funding and projects where it will be needed into the future.

“The Assetic consultants have started the audit in Moranbah this week and will visit all Isaac communities over the next six weeks.”

The asset data collection is phase two of a long term Asset Management Plan for Isaac.

It follows the Isaac road survey, which was carried out earlier this year.

The plan will include an extensive audit of roads, water and sewerage network, parks and gardens as well as council buildings, vehicles and machinery.

Stephen Jenson and Viknesh Balendra are part of a team of Assetic consultants who will travel Isaac collecting data on Isaac Regional Council owned assets.

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Please help if you can I have had an inquiry regarding the plaque that was placed near the tree that was planted by Lady May Abel Smith and a representative of the Girl Guides in 1962 at the main Lime Street entrance to the Centenary Park.

Does anyone know what the occasion was? It could have been either (1) Queensland as a separate State or (2) Clermont as a township.

Also if anyone might know where the original plaque ended up and if anyone knows what date this happened. If you have any information I would love to hear from you either in person or by email.

My email address is: Lynette.Jones@isaac.qld.gov.au and the office address is Shop 3, 42 Daintree Street, Clermont, Qld, 4721.

Lyn Jones Councillor for Clermont (Division 6) Isaac Regional Council

Early bird discount ending soon

Dog owners are encouraged to renew registrations before October 14 to receive a generous 50% fee reduction.

Isaac Regional Council Mayor Anne Baker said roaming and unregistered dogs are a region-wide concern.

“If you own a dog please be responsible and make sure it’s registered, micro-chipped, properly fenced and cared for.”

Unregistered dogs and first-time registrations will not receive a renewal notice and do not qualify for a discount.

Residents can visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/dog-registration or their local Council office to fill out the registration form and make payment.

Council advises if unregistered dogs are impounded, their owners will pay an impoundment fee and registration fee before their dog is released home.

If you find someone else’s pet roaming the streets, phone 1300 ISAACS (47 22 27) and notify the local laws officer of its description and location.

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Be prepared for flying fox season With flying foxes migrating through Isaac from now through to January, Isaac Regional Council is advising residents to take the time now to prepare.

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Not disturb flying foxes resting during the day as this stresses the bats and reduces their ability to migrate away from town.

With colonies taking roost in Moranbah, Middlemount and Clermont last season, Mayor Anne Baker said preparation is vital.

Council will prepare and monitor public spaces, and will continue to work with the community to help manage flying fox populations.

“A reminder that nighttime feeding activity is normal but daytime activity may be a sign of a roost.

In the unlikely event you are scratched or bitten by a flying fox seek medical attention immediately.

“If you spot flying foxes roosting in your trees during the daytime, contact Council immediately, and our environmental team will investigate.”

For factsheets and helpful information please visit www.isaac.qld.gov.au/flying-foxes

“Please remember disturbing, hurting or causing nuisance to flying foxes without a permit is illegal.”

To minimise the impacts of flying fox migrations, Council advises residents to: •

Make trees near houses less attractive to flying-foxes by clearing the under-storey and removing some branches of the trees.

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Planting low, dense trees and shrubs around fence lines to form a barrier that flying foxes are unlikely to roost in.

MORANBAH ROTARY HOME & LEISURE EXPO Saturday 8 Oct 10am - 4pm & Sunday 9 Oct 9am - 1pm Moranbah Community Centre & Ted Rolfe Oval Mills Ave Moranbah

Free Admission - Over 40 Exhibitors - Bring the family for 2 days of FUN! Friday:7 October : Free Movie “Kung Fu Panda 3” 7pm on the Oval - BYO Chair/ Blanket - Food & Drinks on sale Saturday:10am Pokemon Hunt Teams *10.30am – 11.30am Kids Corner *2pm Dance Studio Showcase Sunday ::9am Sports Expo *10am Scooter Comp at the Skatepark *10.30am East School Choir *Cow Art Competition Cow Paddock on the Oval

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*Rotary Club Raffle: 2016 Quintrex 390 Explorer F Series Tinnie with 15 HP 2 Stroke Motor & Skid Boat Trailer - Drawn 1pm Sunday 9 Oct *Live Entertainment - Street Theatre - Jumping Castle - Glitter Tattoos *Jacob Creek Wine Tasting *Food Stalls: WENDYS - 71 MILK BAR – PAELLA – INDIAN – ASIAN - POTATO MAX *Where is it in Moranbah Photo Competition

*Creative Workshops

*Blood Sugar & Blood Pressure Testing

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The CLERMONT RAG Do you have a child aged between 6 months and 5 years?

Are you looking for an exciting, safe and imaginative activity for your child to do?

Do you want to get out of the house and meet other parents just like you?

If you answered yes, then maybe Playgroup is for you!

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Where: Clermont State School Hall

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When: Every Wednesday morning of the school term between 9am and 10.30am

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How much: $1 for one child, $2 for two or more children

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What to bring: Morning tea for your child including water (No nut products please)

New families are always welcome at Playgroup. No need to book, just show up on the morning!

For details contact Katrina 0408 721 130 or Bec 0402 928 412 or like our Facebook Page.

POSITION VACANT The Clermont Doctors Surgery is currently seeking an experienced and qualified clinical nurse to join their team on a part time basis.

Please send resumes to: reception@clermontdoctors.com.au

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Clermont Senior Citizens are holding a Bring & Buy Fundraiser Bring (donate) baking, craft, plants, preserves, white elephant stall. *Celebrate the renovations to our Hall* Bring, buy enjoy a social morning tea.

Thursday October 27 - 9.30am - Capricorn Street $5 entry Raffle, lucky door.

All welcome.

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LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

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On the Shelf

See the garden grow Have you seen the Children’s Flower Garden at the Clermont Library? Children planted the pretty petunia patch during a recent Storytime session.

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.

The garden was formerly a water feature, and now has a new life with the pot filled and planted with flowers.

Babies and children love sharing stories and it’s never too early to talk, read and tell stories with your child.

Children are eagerly waiting for the garden to be in full bloom.

The Clermont Library runs three children’s sessions a week and all programs are aimed at helping young children develop their literacy, numeracy and language skills from a young age, through singing nursery rhymes, performing action songs and reading books.

National Water Week colouring-in competition Hey kids!

Get your brightest pencils or felt pens out and enter the National Water Week colouring-in competition.

Entry forms can be collected from the Clermont Library and completed entries need to be returned to the library by 4pm, Friday October 21.

The competition is open to children aged up to 13 yearsold and is divided into four age categories.

National Water Week will be celebrated from October 16-22.

Gather friends and weave a star Get a group of friends together or come on your own to the Clermont Library and join in the ‘One Million Stars to End Violence’ star weaving project.

We have a star weaving station set up for people to drop in anytime during opening hours to weave a star from ribbon.

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

The stars are symbols of light, courage and solidarity to end all forms of violence, including violence against women, bullying and racism.

Have you recently moved to Clermont with young family and want to meet other young families?

Isaac’s goal is to weave 10,000 stars to contribute to the display at the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast. All stars created will be on display at Isaac Libraries until July 2017 before being added to the display for the Commonwealth Games.

The Clermont Library runs several weekly children’s sessions. They are a good way to connect with other parents with young children.

New arrivals Recent arrivals in adult non-fiction includes the following:

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.

Alphabet Soup by Melissa Doyle Making Them Real: Finding a Queensland Past by Pam Garfoot and Elizabeth Conway Weekend Crochet for Babies by Sue Whiting A World History of Rubber by Stephen L.Harp Bag a book bargain If you are want some books to read, drop in and check out the Clermont Library Book Sale.

Most of the books and items on sale are preloved library books in good condition and paperbacks, magazines and CDs are priced at $2, hardbacks and DVDs cost $3 or buy a bag of books for $12.

Stock is constantly being added to the sale shelves.

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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.

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COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD

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Religious Notices New Creation Fellowship Clermont ‘Come As You Are’ Service time 10am Sundays

Scout Hall, Daintree Street. All are welcome.

PS Trevor & Roxanne Cole 4983 3980.

St Mary’s Church October Sunday

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Saturday 29 6pm Sunday Service

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9am Ecumenical

Anglican Church Service All Saints’ Clermont Phone: 4983 3484 For Hire of Anglican Church Hall call 4983 1435.

Sonrise Central Queensland 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

Uniting Church Cnr Capella and Box Streets Sunday worship 8am. Holy Communion celebrated each Sunday. gregoryuniting.org.au PHONE: 4983 3445

Meetings 2016 Clermont Pensioners League meet every 2nd Monday of the month at the Senior Citizens Hall at 2pm.

Clermont Meals On Wheels meetings are held every alternate month on the 2nd Monday at 2pm at Monash Lodge.

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 Patchwork and Quilters Group Inc meet Thursday and Saturday 9.30am – 3.30pm. Please join us for a cuppa and a laugh. Further info contact Linda on 0427 880 961.

The Clermont Men’s Shed now open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Monash Lodge Inc meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 4pm at Monash Lodge.

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 October 23 and November 27.

Clermont Forum meet in the Commercial Hotel dining room during school term every 1st Thursday at 12 noon to 1pm.

Clermont Artslink meetings are held every third Thursday of the month at 6.30pm at the Scout Hall in Daintree Street. For more information contact Liz Livingstone on 4983 2652.

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.

SSAA meetings held at the Range on 3rd Sunday of the month at 12 midday.

Clermont Senior Citizens Association hold their meeting on the 4th Thursday after activities at 11am. Join us at our hall in Capricorn Street. All welcome.

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Date Claimers October 8

Crazy Hat Car Rally - Clermont State High School P & C

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Moranbah Rotary Home and Leisure Expo

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Clermont Cattle Sale

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Battle of the Mines rugby league carnival

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St Joseph’s P & F Oktoberfest Trivia Night

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Little Windmills Country Kids Charity Luncheon

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Mayor’s Charity Ball

26 Clermont Beef Expo & Billa Park Simental Bull Sale

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.

Clermont COMMUNITY Housing and OTHER SERVICES INC Our office is situated at:

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Property Mapping Workshop - Clermont RSL 9am - 2pm - contact 4982 2996

Lagoona, 2 Lime Street, Clermont QLD 4721.

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Senior Citizens Bring and Buy

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday:

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Sip & Style Ladies Night

November 5

Clermont Markets

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Bush Pigs presentation dinner

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St Mary’s Christmas Fair

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Clermont Cattle Sale

Our opening hours are:

12.30pm – 3pm Wednesday: 12.30pm – 2pm

Clermont & District Servicemen’s Club Opening hours: Friday - 5.30pm to late

December 2

Christmas in the Park

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RSL Christmas fete

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Clermont Markets

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Clermont Cattle Sale 1916 Flood Graveside Memorial Service

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.

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Mayor’s Charity

Ball

Tickets on Sale

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Saturday 22nd October Featuring a sumptuous three course dinner, live music, prizes, charity auction and much more, it will be a memorable evening to dine, dance and make a difference.

All funds raised will support youth suicide prevention in the local Isaac community.

Tickets can be purchased online- http://bit.ly/2cDaQMr For further information please contact 1300 ISAACS (1300 47 22 27), email mayorsball@isaac.qld.gov.au.

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The Clermont Bears invite you to the 3rd annual Battle of the Mines Rugby League Carnival Saturday 15th October 2016 Clermont Sports Ground

It’s going to be a battle of guts and determination as our local miners fight it out for the 2016 Premiership Cup.

Nominated Teams include; Clermont Hunters Blair Athol All Stars Kestrel Rhinos Oaky Creek Cutters Hail Creek Stormers

Gates open at 9.30am with Kick Off at 10.30am There will be entertainment for the whole family with a jumping castle, face painting, glitter tattoos, canteen, live music from 7pm and the bar will be open till late.

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SPORTS NEWS

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Clermont Sports Centre Small group training and general session timetable October 1 -31 Jupiter Street Clermont 07 4983 1422 All small group training included in gym membership or $16.50 for casual passes.

Monday Revolutions Spin 60mins 9.30am Pilates Mat and ball work L1-L2 11am Power Step 30mins 5.30pm Yoga 6pm Beginners TRX 7pm Tuesday Ladies Indoor Volleyball 9.30am TRX Flex 5pm Rip Express 5.45pm Revolution Express 30mins 6.30pm Wednesday TRX Flex 30mins 6.15am Rip 30mins 9am Revolution Spin 30mins 9.30am Power Step 30mins 5.30pm Yoga 6pm Beginners Thump Boxing 6pm Revolution Express 30mins 7pm Thursday Mixed Indoor Volleyball 6.30pm and 7.30pm Friday Revolution Express 30mins 9.15am Rip Express 10am Yoga 11am Saturday Axis 30mins 8.30am TRX 9.15am Sunday Revolutions Spin 60mins 5pm Rip 45mins plus 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 30mins 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, improve core and whole body strength. Class is set to music.

Indoor Volleyball Fixtures Season 2 runs Thursday nights throughout Term 3 and 4 start times 6.30pm and 7.30pm.

Tuesday Ladies Volleyball Fixtures Season 2 runs July to December.

New players welcome. Nominations now open, game start times 9.30am.

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.

Pilates Level 1 Mat and Ball 45mins learn the fundamentals of Pilates in a low impact class for good posture, strength for pelvic floor, core and general toning. Mats required.

Power Step (NEW) 30 minute step class which will tone, strengthen and improve your cardiovascular endurance.

7 Jupiter St Clermont, 07 4983 1422 www.clermontsportscentre.com

Vets Golf Vets hit off at 2pm every Thursday and visitors are welcome.

Clermont Clay Target Club For information on Clay Target shooting call Allison Skinner 0427 792 562 or Wayne Johnson 0447 228 030.

Tight Arse Tuesday’s $7.00 gym passes. 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.

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Madabout Fitness Monthly timetable October All classes and open gym are $12.50 41 James Road, Clermont Madonna 0448 007 263 Monday 9.30am 5.45pm

Gut and Butt Blast Gut and Butt Blast

Tuesday 6pm 80’s night Wednesday 9.30am Circuit training 5.45pm Lets Lift 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 highintensity/low-intensity aerobic energy.

It targets strength building and muscular endurance. An exercise ‘circuit’ is one completion of all prescribed exercises in the program. It is highly enjoyable and recommended to all levels of fitness.

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.

80’s Night This will be a quick 30mins aerobic workout inspired by the ‘Greats’ of the 80’s. It will incorporate acerbic movement, 80’s Step Aerobics and some of the old time chain dances.

It’s fitness and fun in one!

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.

Metafit This is a 30mins 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 This program has been designed to target the eight large muscle groups in a 45mins whole body workout.

This is achieved through the use of Barbell and Dumbbell weights. This class is suitable for all fitness levels.

Clermont Rifle Association Inc 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 qualified range officers if required.

For enquires please contact Jan Thornhill on 0408 980 939 or Noel [Bear] Byrne on 0419 791 751 or email clermontrifle@yahoo.com.au

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.

You can also find us on Facebook @ SSAA Clermont Branch Inc. Results from Sunday October 2: Mayleigh match Junior 14 to 18yrs - E Marteene 107 Ladies - F Fowler 149, C Marteene 69 (c/f) Open - D Fowler 218.01, R Sturtzel 143.01, C Newton 106, P Modrzynzki 100, W Bellert 78, T Zimmermann 72.01 Combined service rifle/pistol match 32 Ladies - C Marteene 196.02

Open - D Fowler 207.03, R Sturtzel 200.04, W Bellert 188.02, P Modrzynski 175.01, C Newton 170.02

Netball fans rejoice! Mixed netball is starting soon.

We are now taking nominations for Clermont Senior Netball Association’s mixed netball competition.

The season will commence on November 1 and run through to March 14 2017 (with a three week break over the Christmas / New Year period).

It is cheap to play - just $5 per player per game.

All levels of netball experience are encouraged to join in our friendly competition. If you don’t have a team but still want to play, we are happy to find a team for you.

Nominations close on October 25.

For more information please contact Katrina on 0408 721 130 or see the Clermont Qld Senior Netball Association Facebook page.

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