The Maryborough Sun - April 18th, 2024

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VICTORY VILLAGE CRUSADE

CRAIG WINTER

KNIGHTS and damsels always look forward to another Village Fayre at Riverbend.

Victory Village has become a popular venue for medieval gatherings, and will host the Fayre this weekend, filling the Village with markets and entertainment for visitors.

Members of the Riverbend Medieval Society are thrilled to be donning their costumes again, says the Lord of Victory Village, Terence Blake.

“We’ll be bringing the village to life and sharing what life would have been like in Britain in the Middle Ages.” he said.

The Village Fayre will give returning guests and firsttime visitors an opportunity to see knights and swordplay, historical re-enactment displays, have-a-go archery, arts and crafts for sale, games and tours of the Village as well as food stalls hosted by the local Tiaro QCWA.

“This Fayre Day will focus on the history of weapons, warfare

and famous battles as well as learning what life was like for soldiers back then.” said Lord Terrence.

The Village Fayre is on this Sunday, 21 April from 10am to 3pm.

You can follow their Facebook page for updates, and be sure to take cash as no ATM or eftpos facilities are at the Village.

Victory Village at Riverbend is located at 19 Riverbend Drive, St Mary. Follow the signs along Glenbar Road.

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Councillors sworn in as new faces get acquainted

FIVE new Councillors and five previously elected Councillors along with re-elected Mayor George Seymour were sworn in at a ceremony at the Brolga Theatre last week, following the Electoral Commission of Queensland’s declaration of the results of the recent election.

First time Councillor for Division One, Michelle Byrnes said that she looked forward to the challenge that working in local government will present.

“I will always remain present in the community and stay connected to the many clubs and associations that I’ve been involved with in the past.” She said.

“I’d like to thank everyone who showed enough faith to vote for me.”

“Residents’ comments and concerns are welcome, and I look forward to receiving emails from them in

the future.”

Ms Byrne was elected with almost 44% of the vote, ahead of incumbent James Hansen and first timer Darcy Wain.

Re-elected to their respective Maryborough divisions were Phil Truscott (Div 2), Paul Truscott (Div 3) and Daniel Sanderson (Div 4).

The other councillors are Michelle Govers (Div 5), Lachlan Cosgrove (Div 6), John Wieland (Div 7), Denis Chapman (Div 8), Sara Diana Faraj (Div 9) and Zane O’Keefe (Div 10).

George Seymour was reelected with over 78% of the vote ahead of Grant Reynolds.

Family and close friends watched on as the Mayor and Councillors took their declaration of office at the Swearing-In Ceremony.

Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said it had been an honour to serve as Mayor for the past six years, and he

was looking forward to continuing to serve the community for the next four years.

“The new Council includes a mix of experience and new faces who will all bring their unique talents and traits to represent the people of the Fraser Coast,” he said.

“The new Council will have a lot of work to do, but I am confident all Councillors will work together to ensure the Fraser Coast continues to be a great place to visit and an even better place to live.”

Councillor Daniel Sanderson said that he was humbled by the continued support that saw him maintain a significant margin for his division.

“I’m very grateful for the continued support of our community and it’s people - something I will never take for granted.

“I’ll continue to work hard for our regional

community to ensure our future is strong and bright!!

Councillor Paul Truscott has been announced as Deputy Mayor.

Cr Truscott said he was honoured to be taking on the role again after having also served in 2022.

“The Fraser Coast is a dynamic, rapidly growing

a range of challenges and opportunities for Council and the community,” he said.

“(Council is) committed to providing focused service delivery, maintaining financial sustainability, effectively managing and maintaining our assets, and planning for the future and I am eager to contribute my skills,

experience, and passion as Deputy Mayor. I look forward to working diligently alongside all Councillors and staff to foster a positive and productive work environment.

“I am ready and excited for the opportunity to serve our community once again and I look forward to working to build better communities together.”

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Battery funding extended

THE Queensland Battery Booster program, announced earlier this year, will now be increased from $10 million to $16 million, following the popular uptake by Queensland households.

In a bid to cut household bills and better assist Queenslanders with cost of living, the increased funds for Battery Booster will see about a further 1,000 households benefit.

Eligible households with a new or existing solar PV system of at least 5 kilowatts capacity may receive a rebate of between $3,000 and $4,000 to purchase an approved solar battery system of 6 kilowatt hours (kWh) or more.

The rebates, which are means tested, will see households on an annual taxable income of less than $66,667 benefit the most, with $4,000 cash back.

Households with a combined annual household taxable income of $180,000 or less will be eligible for $3,000 cash back.

To date, more than 1,400 Queensland households have been granted conditional approval for the Battery Booster program, with more than 52% of recipients being from low income households.

Energy Minister Mick de Brenni said “Whether it’s saving on running costs of white goods, or storing free-energy from the sun, we are determined to come up with cost-saving measures that benefit Queenslanders.

More information can be found at www.qld. gov.au

ANZAC Day services for 2024

JAY FIELDING

SERVICES will be held across the region to mark Anzac Day, one of the nation’s most sacred commemorations, next Thursday, April 25.

A dawn service and a main service will be held in Maryborough at the Queens Park Cenotaph.

For the dawn service, attendees who are marching are to assemble at the Maryborough Services Club on Adelaide Street at 5.15am with the march to begin at 5.30am.

For the main service, attendees who are marching will gather at the club at 8.15am with the march to begin at 9am.

Before 1pm, the Maryborough Services Club will only be open to

• Ex-servicemen and women and their families

• Current Service Personnel (ADF) and their families

• Cadets, official volunteers and those

officially participating in the Commemoration Services and Parades and their partners.

People entering the club before 1pm will need a wristband, which also covers the gunfire breakfast.

Wristbands are available from the Maryborough RSL Sub-Branch.

The club will open to the public after 1pm with Two-Up set to start at 2pm.

Other services include: Brooweena War Memorial, 9am Morning tea after service continuing on to the Memorial Bridge on Woolooga Road for an informal service at 11.30am followed by a BYO picnic lunch.

QCWA Miva Hall, 11am. Sausage sizzle and refreshments will be served afterwards.

Tiaro Cenotaph, 5.30am Parade to be led by the

5th Light Horse Regiment, Hervey Bay Troop, with a gunfire breakfast to follow.

Glenwood, 5am

Gunfire breakfast to follow with a Commemoration Service at 10am followed by games including Two-Up and Crown and Anchor.

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I read with interest in the Maryborough Sun on 4 April about how community groups are finding it more difficult to attract volunteers.

This is a concern I unfortunately see in my role more regularly these days, with some groups having to face closing sadly because they can no longer maintain the numbers required to continue.

In this new era, it may be a challenge for some, but I believe that innovative strategies moving forward will be essential.

Leveraging sources such as social media can significantly amplify reach, attracting younger demographics with compelling and shareable content.

One option may be by groups introducing “microvolunteering”; short, task based, flexible, bite-sized opportunities, fitting more easily into today’s hectic schedules, hopefully trying to ensure more people can contribute regardless of time constraints.

Fostering a sense of community and belonging through social events and community groups not only enriches the

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volunteering experience but also strengthens our community fabric.

Council itself also requires volunteers, particularly through arts and culture groups.

I would like to take the opportunity to encourage those able to do so, to transform your spare moments into meaningful moments.

Join us in making our Fraser Coast community stronger, one small act of volunteering at a time - Paul Truscott, Councillor Division 3, Fraser Coast Regional Council

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It’s true that volunteering has changed over the years.

Clubs and associations need to stop depending on the ‘traditional’ model of a volunteer and start to take whatever they can get. This means that instead of discouraging people with limited time, they need to start accepting volunteers who may only be able - or prepared - to give an hour a week etc.

In this day and age, anyone who’s willing to help is an asset.

The other mistake Clubs are (generally) making, is to make volunteering sound difficult.

I joined a club last year whose members immediately started to tell me how arduous the work of being a committee member was.

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I understand that they were trying to play up the amount of effort they put in, but in realty, being a secretary or treasurer of an association is not hard if you have basic some knowledge.

Scaring people off by overplaying the role is not gong to help.

Clubs need to create an atmosphere where volunteers and members feel welcomed, needed, and valued.

- T Williams VALUATIONS ARE GOOD NEWS

I’m not sure that many people understand that the recent land valuation notices are actually good news for homeowners.

I was amazed to see how many people jumped onto Facebook to slam the rise in value, not seeing that it increases the value of their property, and is a sign of increasing sales in the area.

Yes, the valuations do have some influence on our rates, but the Council plays no part in valuing our land.

Cries of “Council will use it as an excuse to raise rates” are ridiculous.

If Council needs to raise our rates, they’ll do it with or without higher land values.

Rates are all about paying for the services we receive, although as usual, there are plenty of people (many of which are unlikely to be homeowners themselves) screaming that we don’t get good service.

Let’s see how long you survive without rubbish collection, stormwater drains, street lighting and all the other essentials that we need to be comfortable.

If you have a beef with Council, call them; there’s little point in screaming on Facebook about it.

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Citroën Car Club to host Nationals in Maryborough

in Australia.

THE Citroën Car Club of Queensland recently announced that it’s hosting the highly anticipated 2025 national Citroën car club gathering, fondly known as Cit-In. The event will take place in Maryborough from Friday, May 2, to Monday, May 5, 2025, marking a celebration of all things Citroën in Australia.

In a special announcement made at the 2024 national gathering in Devonport, Tasmania, Citroën Car Club of Queensland President Adrian Chatterton revealed exciting details surrounding the upcoming Cit-In event next year.

“Club members from across the nation will converge upon Maryborough in Queensland, bringing at least 70 Citroën cars from every corner of Australia for this annual celebration,” Mr Chatterton said.

Highlighting the festivities will be a spectacular Show and Shine event on Saturday, May 3, 2025, where attendees will have the opportunity to admire and explore an impressive display of at least 70 Citroën cars, showcasing the rich heritage and innovation synonymous with the brand.

Adding a touch of elegance and nostalgia to the proceedings, the Cit-In formal dinner on Sunday evening will transport guests back to the glamour of Paris 1955, commemorating the 70th anniversary of the legendary DS, famously launched in that year.

Club members can expect an evening of fine dining, entertainment, and camaraderie, paying homage to the timeless allure of Citroën.

The Citroën Car Club of Queensland is dedicated to preserving and promoting the heritage of Citroën vehicles

“The prestigious Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre will serve as the venue for the event, offering ample space and facilities to accommodate enthusiasts and spectators alike.”

With a passionate community of enthusiasts, the club hosts events, gatherings, and activities to celebrate the unique charm and innovation of Citroën vehicles.

2025 marks a significant milestone in automotive history, as it commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Australian circumnavigation by a car, achieved by none other than a Citroën 5CV.

This historic event pays tribute to the enduring legacy and pioneering spirit of Citroën vehicles.

Reflecting on Citroën’s illustrious history, the Citroën 2CV (Deux Chevaux) emerges as a testament to the brand’s revolutionary impact on the automotive industry.

Introduced in 1948, the 2CV captured hearts worldwide with its simple yet innovative design, fuel efficiency, and versatility.

From its humble beginnings in France to its enduring cultural

significance, the 2CV continues to inspire generations of enthusiasts.

The Citroën Car Club of Queensland invites Citroën enthusiasts and automotive aficionados to join in the celebration of heritage, innovation, and camaraderie.

For more information and updates on the event, you can visit https://Cit-In25. citroenclubqld.org/home/

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Train manufacturing information on show

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centre about the train factory under construction at Torbanlea will open in Maryborough next month.

Visitors to the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program centre will be able to learn more about the Queensland Government program which will see 65 six-car passenger trains built at Torbanlea and a new rail facility on the Gold Coast.

The centre will be staffed by QTMP team members and will feature:

· rare archival photos and information about the extensive history of rail on the Fraser Coast

· details about the construction currently underway to build the new QTMP facilities

· a design preview of the new QTMP trains when they come into service on the South East Queensland network

· a dedicated children’s area for younger visitors

· a specially designed digital train game to entertain and educate the train designers of the future

· the stories behind the connection with rail of the Butchulla people, the traditional custodians of the land on which the train manufacturing facility will be built.

Locals will be invited to the official opening next month.

Manufacturing Minister Glenn Butcher, in Maryborough to visit the site last week, said the government was proud that QTMP was bringing train-building back to Maryborough.

“The project information centre will be an

opportunity to showcase both the proud train manufacturing history of this great region, as well as the exciting future that lies ahead as the next generation of trains are built for Queenslanders in Queensland,” Mr Butcher said.

Assistant Minister for Train Manufacturing and Maryborough MP Bruce Saunders said the government was supporting good jobs and investing billions in the regions.

“This information centre will showcase the Fraser Coast’s unique rail history which is something residents here can be proud of,” Mr Saunders said.

“The Queensland Train Manufacturing Program

is creating local jobs right here, right now and will continue to benefit our community,” he said.

Mr Saunders said only Labor would invest in jobs and growth in Queensland and the LNP did not back local manufacturing.

“Under Campbell Newman and David Crisafulli, Maryborough’s manufacturing heartland was gutted, and hundreds of jobs were lost,” he said.

Kamal Habibullah from Downer, the contractor chosen to build the trains, said the company was proud to continue its history in Maryborough with a new chapter.

“We look forward to sharing the story of our

150-year plus rail history with the local community and wider public, and also information about the new trains being built,” Mr Habibullah said.

Downer was awarded the contract for QTMP in June.

It has sub-contracted John Holland to build the train manufacturing facility at Torbanlea.

QTMP is required to support South-East Queensland’s population growth, increased services when Cross River Rail opens in Brisbane and the 2032 Olympic Games.

The first train is expected to begin testing by late 2026, with all trains expected to be in service by 2032.

Taqueria opens to traffic chaos

JAY FIELDING

MORE than 50 locals have scored jobs at Maryborough’s latest dining option, Guzman y Gomez, and more will be needed.

To celebrate its opening last week, the Mexican taqueria served up $5 burritos and burrito bowls to a rapturous reception.

A whopping 3369 were served up to locals throughout the day.

That equated to almost four burritos and burrito bowls a minute, and led to traffic chaos at the site.

The Maryborough outlet is the fifth owned by franchisee Wade James, who also owns Guzman y Gomez in Hervey Bay,

Bundaberg, Gladstone and Rockhampton.

“GYG Maryborough features a dual-lane drive-through giving the local community more convenience of getting GYG’s ‘100% Clean’ and freshly prepared menu the way they want,” Mr James said.

“We’ve already hired over 50 locals to join the team at GYG Maryborough and are still looking for more people to join our team,” he said.

“If you’re looking for a great place to work with amazing vibes and long-term career opportunities, I encourage you to apply today www. guzmanygomez.com.au.”

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Experience opera on a grand scale

IMAGINE over forty classically trained opera singers on stage at the Brolga Theatre accompanied by a chamber orchestra of twenty musicians playing some of the world’s most loved operas!

Thanks to a partnership between the Maryborough Regional Arts Council, the Brolga Theatre and the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, on Sunday 5th May at 3pm locals will be able to experience just that.

Opera on a grand scale. Organisers are encouraging anyone who hasn’t experienced opera to give it a try and “be transported to a whole new world of stories of love, jealousy and good versus evil”.

Guests will be treated to

90 minutes of operatic works of Mozart, Rossini and Leoncavallo as the students of the classical voice department perform much-loved scenes from The Magic Flute, An Italian Girl in Algiers and Pagliacci.

“Like tapas or a shared plate, the audience will all be able to enjoy a taste of different opera styles.” said Maryborough Regional Arts Council President Gillian French .

Prior to the performance, the Opera Director will provide an introduction to opera and explanation about the program.

Afterwards ticket holders will be able to mingle with the singers and musicians.

Whether you are an opera buff or have never experienced opera before, this is an experience not to be missed.

“Thanks to this amazing partnership, ticket prices have been subsidised to allow as many people as possible to experience the delights of a live opera performance on this scale.” said Ms Rogers

Tickets are on sale at brolgatheatre.org - $40 for Maryborough Regional Arts Council Members, $30 for adults and $20 for students.

This is the first of three large-scale Queensland Conservatorium concerts that will be coming to the Fraser Coast in 2024.

In September the Conservatorium Big Brass Brand, conducted by the well-known Howard Taylor, will be in town and in October it is expected that the Brolga Theatre will be full when the Conservatorium’s Symphony Orchestra is on stage.

The Arts Council approached the Queensland Conservatorium to make their concerts accessible to this region as well as to provide workshops for schools, music teachers, community musicians and singers.

Ms French said “We are excited to work with the Brolga Theatre and Queensland Conservatorium to make these concerts and workshops a reality and affordable for locals.

“The Fraser Coast is well known for its love of choirs, brass bands and classical music.

“With so many new residents being attracted to the region we want to help in connecting people with similar interests to create a sense of belonging and community”.

A history of classical music appreciation

IN THE late 1970s a group of Fraser Coast classical music lovers formed Camarilla Musica to meet and enjoy live classical music.

From this beginning the Maryborough Regional Arts Council (MRAC) was established.

It incorporated in 1999 as a not-for-profit membership-based organisation run by a volunteer committee and has continued to grow from there.

The cultural life of Fraser Coast and the Wide Bay Burnett changed quite dramatically with the opening of the Brolga

Theatre and Convention Centre.

With regular performances across many genres now coming to the Fraser Coast, the MRAC was free to grow in different directions.

Today their aim is to promote and support excellence in all kinds of artistic expression on the Fraser Coast and to provide access locally to state, national and international artists.

The Arts Council continues to encourage an appreciation of the arts within the community and invests reserves to

provide funding for future arts programs and arts education.

If you would like to know more about these and other classical concerts or international films become a member of the Maryborough Regional Arts Council to receive a monthly newsletter about future events and meet like-minded residents.

“Come along and support the future of classical music performance and education.”

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Council launches online onestop shop for support services

FRASER Coast Regional Council has developed a new user-friendly website to help residents easily access up-to-date information on local welfare, mental health, employment and other community support services.

Director of Strategy, Community and Development Gerard

Carlyon said The Little Library website - http:// thelittlelibrary.com. au - combined various existing resources into a searchable online platform making it a one-stop-shop for community support services information.

“Council previously produced a range of ‘Little Books’ to assist different sectors of the community,”

he said.

“Examples included The Little Lime Pocket Book, which is a guide to local welfare and support services and The Little Blue Book, which is a mental health resource for teenagers and young adults.”

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“While the Little Books proved popular, the information was spread across different resources, couldn’t be easily searched online and could become out of date quickly.

“That’s why we’ve transformed the Little Books into a new userfriendly website.”

Karla Steen, Coordinator of the new Connecting Communities Social Prescription program at the Urangan Community

Wellness Centre, said the online database would enable anyone looking for information on clubs, groups or services to access relevant and current information.

“Social isolation and loneliness affect many of our community members and having information on the opportunities to connect socially will be beneficial to local residents and visitors,” she said.

“Whether you need help to work out what to study, tips on family budgeting, mental health resources or housing support, all the information you need is now at your fingertips,” Mr Carlyon said.

Residents can explore a comprehensive online directory of local support

services and resources, with advanced search filters to help you find what you are looking for. Mr Carlyon said Council was committed to creating connected, inclusive communities through our places, spaces, and people.

“Local community and social services can also add their details to the online directory herehttps://thelittlelibrary. com.au/contact/,” he said.

“The Little Library website is a valuable new resource to help connect community members with the support they need when they need it.”

The Little Library website is now live and available at http:// thelittlelibrary.com.au

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Cycling grants now open

THE second round of the Queensland Government’s Bike Riding Encouragement Program Community Grants is now open to encourage fresh ideas and different ways to get more Queenslanders riding bikes for transport, recreation, and wellbeing.

Up to $25,000 is available for community groups, not-for-profit and for-profit organisations, and local governments partnering with a community organisation, to deliver projects and events that encourage more bike riding.

Eligible organisations can apply for funding under two streams, the first supporting organisations to deliver local, grassroots events and activities that address communityspecific challenges and opportunities for bike riding and the second stream to start or progress an innovative idea, initiative, or concept to encourage more people to ride a bike in Queensland.

“The grants are designed to foster and support

ways to get more Queenslanders having fun and enjoying the health, financial and environmental benefits of bike riding.

“The first round of grant projects delivered in 2020–21 was a great success and included the development of a bike riding app for women, a mountain biking program for girls, a school-based community bike library, and videos and online maps of local bike riding routes.”

For more information on the grants and to apply, visit www.tmr.qld.gov.au/ bikeridinggrants.

Applications close Friday 24 May at 5pm.

Find a great gift for Mum and support Act For Kids

THE Maryborough Heritage Combined Crafts group conducts their popular ‘pop up shop’ each year to raise funds for different charities.

Their Mother’s Day Shop will once again be open at Maryborough Central Shopping Centre from Monday 29th April and open every day until 1pm Saturday 11th May.

This year, they’ll be supporting the “Act for Kids” family support program.

Act for Kids is an Australian for-purpose organisation that delivers support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm.

They have helped hundreds of thousands of children and families over the past 30 years.

Recently, Act for Kids representatives updated the Crafters on support they offer local families.

New artisans have joined Heritage Combined Crafts this year and will offer amazing glass art,

sublimation creations and home baking.

They will also welcome back Michele who makes tasteful quality leather and cork handbags, wallets, and waxed canvas bottle holders, which would make a perfect gift for any Mum.

Other handcrafted items will include pretty shabby chic crafts, jewellery, teddies and toys, preserves, rope bowls, wooden toys, plants and all forms of fabric crafts, inspirational signs, souvenirs, baby knits, hand towels and much more.

“With your support, members will make a financial donation to Act for Kids, which is an essential community service helping local families.”

Maryborough Heritage Combined Crafts Mother’s Day Pop-up Shop, open Monday 29th April until Saturday 10th May 9am-4pm, Saturday 11th (closing day) 9am-1pm, Sundays and public holidays 9am to 1pm at Maryborough Central Shopping Centre.

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Dundowran road upgrade

A KEY link road in Dundowran is getting a million-dollar makeover to ensure it is safer and smoother.

Fraser Coast Regional Councillor Michelle Govers said road reconstruction works started this week in Purser Road between Craignish Road and Green Acres Road.

“Dundowran and Craignish is a rapidly growing area on the Fraser Coast with many new residents moving in and new businesses being regularly established,” she said.

stormwater drainage culvert, bitumen resurfacing, marking and signage.

“Council is responsible for about 2700 kilometres of roads and footpaths throughout the region, with more than $40 million being put towards maintaining roads, footpaths, bridges and drainage this financial year.

“This $1 million upgrade will ensure everyone travelling along Purser Road and through this rapidly growing area of the Fraser Coast will have a safer and smoother journey.”

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“This particular road in Dundowran is showing significant signs of wear and tear and was identified in Council’s asset inspection program as being in need of an upgrade.

“The road reconstruction works will include excavating the existing surfacing and pavement, installing new pavement, widening the road, constructing a new

SunA one lane/one way traffic arrangement will be in place for the duration of the works, however a full road closure will be put in place while the culvert crossing works are completed, with local traffic only able to access the road during that time.

The project is being carried out by Council’s workforce and is due to be completed by August.

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Exhibit your business at Seniors Month expo

FRASER Coast businesses, community organisations, sporting groups, and government agencies interested in exhibiting or presenting at the Over 50’s Lifestyle Expo during Seniors Month are encouraged to register their interest now.

Fraser Coast Regional Council Seniors Liaison Officer Juls De Waard said this year marks 21 years since the Over 50’s Lifestyle Expo began, and it continues to be one of the highlights of Seniors Month in October.

“Seniors Month is all about bringing people together and uniting them through shared interests and passions,” she said.

“Council is committed to creating connected, inclusive communities through our places, spaces and people, and we want our seniors to be confident, active and engaged.

“Seniors Month provides opportunities to promote positive community attitudes towards older people and ageing while encouraging community participation and connections.”

Ms De Waard said the expo continued to attract a variety of exhibitors to share information about their services and products.

“Whether it be travel products, health and fitness programs, legal services, accommodation options, mobility aids or opportunities to have fun and make friends, there is always plenty to see and do at the Over 50’s Lifestyle Expo,” she said.

This year’s Over 50’s Lifestyle Expo will be held at the Hervey Bay Baptist Church in Nikenbah on Friday 4 October between 9am and 2pm.

It will have a party theme, and attendees will be given a key to open the door to the next phase of their lives.

Businesses, community organisations, sporting groups and government agencies who would like to either exhibit or do a demonstration on the day are encouraged to contact Ms De Waard on 4194 2441 to register their interest and make a booking.

Bus collision injures woman

Emergency services were called to the intersection of the Maryborough-Cooloola Road and Poona Road just after noon on April 11 following a collision between a bus and car.

The woman, aged in her 60s, was trapped inside the vehicle, which ended

Firefighters had to cut through the car to reach the woman, who was taken to Hervey Bay Hospital with a back injury.

About 30 other people involved were left shaken but uninjured, paramedics said.

The bus was left with minor damage after the crash.

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Lovely Bones at Z-PAC

The Lovely Bones, season runs at Z-PAC Theatre, 15 Zephyr St, Scarness, from Friday 10th May to Sunday 26th May 2024

The Lovely Bones, is directed by Tiffany Youngs, an esteemed actor making her directorial dubut

Alice Sebold’s novel The Lovely Bones is a unique coming-of-age tale that captured the hearts of readers throughout the world, this play contains strong adult themes, which may be confronting

Susie Salmon is just like any other young girl.

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There’s only one big difference - Susie is dead, she can only observe her family, as they manage their grief in their different ways.

Ticket prices are $27.50 for adults, $22 Z-PAC Members & Concession Holders and Under 18s $16.50.

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‘Exciting reveal’ planned for Sheraton Hervey Bay project

AWARD-winning designer, TV host and environmentalist Jamie Durie will meet Hervey Bay locals next week to reveal exciting new details about the planned Sheraton resort, according to the developers.

Jamie will be at Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre for select times between Thursday 18 April and Saturday 20 April with everyone welcome to go along.

Hervey Bay could become home to the largest and most luxurious new hotel between Brisbane and Cairns under an agreement with Sheraton owner Marriott International announced last month.

The resort would be the centrepiece of a $445 million development on the Torquay waterfront, which would also include apartments, a world-class conference centre, rooftop bar and a stunning oasis recreational area.

Developer Sunny Beach Land has appointed Jamie Durie as the project ambassador and designer of the recreational precinct.

He will be announcing early plans for the resort oasis during his upcoming Hervey Bay visit.

“We are planning to deliver a stunning beach front oasis and recreation area that will shine a spotlight on Hervey Bay globally,” Jamie said.

“It is clear that a majority of the community wants this project to move forward,” he said.

“Many have seen the vision and understand the rewards that will come from tourism growth and economic growth.”

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed between Sunny Beach Land and Sheraton for the world’s largest hospitality company to manage the resort.

The development has seen both acceptance and outrage by residents, and is still awaiting approval by Council.

You can meet Jamie Durie at Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre on Thursday 18 April 2pm7pm, Friday 19 April 10am-4pm or Saturday 20 April 9am-12pm.

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Sully and Lilly are ready for you now

Sully Sully is a handsome black and white 8-month-old Kelpie Cross. He is one of 6 puppies who were an “accidental” litter.

The owners were unable to sell them and, after 15 weeks, surrendered them to the Refuge.

All of Sully’s brothers were adopted, but Sully was passed over, for reasons unknown. Instead of being

in a loving home with a family, having cuddles and being taken out on sniffing adventures, he has spent more than five of his eight months – over half his young life - in a concrete pen.

Sully is now the longestremaining dog waiting to be adopted.

Sully has an endearing friendly, eager-to-please temperament.

He loves human attention, “zoomies” around the

yard and generally doing teenage puppy things. He will be a loyal shadow.

Due to his breed, he will need regular walks and exercise.

Sully is friendly towards children. He has not been tested with cats but shows a gentle personality.

He has been desexed, microchipped, Councilregistered, wormed, flea-treated.

He is available for

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adoption at the reduced cost of $250.

Lily

Lily was surrendered to the Refuge as a very young cat, along with another female cat that was assumed to be her mother.

Both were in poor condition and discovered to be pregnant. Lily and her mother were fostered by a Refuge Committee member for over 2 months.

Lily’s mother gave birth first. Lily was fascinated by the five kittens - so much so that her fostercarer caught her creeping away with one of them in her mouth and taking it back to her bed!

Fortunately, Lily gave birth to her own little boy the following morning.

Lily, her mother, and the kittens stayed with the carer until they were ready to be returned to the Refuge for adoption. Lily and her mother were inseparable.

Lily was adopted to the same home as her mother, but unfortunately she became very jealous of her mother’s relationship with the other cat in the household and had to be returned after some weeks.

She has now been at the Refuge for 60 days, alone in a pen and probably wondering what has happened to her life.

Lily needs a home where

she is the only cat. She is a feisty lady, full of character and with lots of affection to give.

Lily has been desexed, microchipped, wormed, and flea-treated. Her adoption fee is $180.

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Greenhouse gases not all hot air

IT IS hard to go anywhere these days without hearing about greenhouse gas emissions.

All levels of government, both here and around the world, are looking at ways to legislate a reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

They are doing this by driving large companies to report their emissions regularly.

This includes not only their own emissions, but also the emissions of linked entities in their supply chain (scope 3).

Unfortunately, this means agriculture will get drawn into this emissions reporting process, even though at this stage we are still exempt.

At CANEGROWERS, we decided that there is no point discussing emission reduction targets unless we know what is happening within the industry, and on-farm using current farming practices.

To that end CANEGROWERS commissioned a report into the GHG emissions on farms in the Wet Tropics, Burdekin, and the Mackay regions, inputting all activities that relate

to emissions. When compared to a similar analysis done in the early 2000s, the report found a huge 30% reduction in on-farm emissions during that period due to practice change.

How is this possible you might ask?

As modern growers, sugarcane growers use practices that are not only more efficient, but they also reduce emissions.

It also means that we are one of the lowest emitters of CO2 per tonne of cane in the world.

Sugarcane growers have a good story to tell, and we are proud of our current achievements.

The next issue is, now that we have an assessment of emissions, how do we continue to reduce GHG emissions in the future?

Fertiliser and fuel are the main area of emissions on farms, as growers we know reducing GHG on-farm is not as simple as using less fertiliser, as we may all go broke with that strategy.

Fertiliser manufacturers and other input suppliers will have pressure on them to come up with lower emission blends as well.

In truth the next big step will no doubt come down to technology that probably hasn’t been developed yet, that reduces reliance on non-renewable energy inputs.

CANEGROWERS is proud of what we have achieved so far as growers, and we

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will continue to work to advocate for sensible rules in this space.

We know we all can play a sensible part in the need to reduce emissions, but we should also recognise the great work already undertaken by our local sugarcane growers.

A curious brahman saved

LINDSAY TITMARSH

IN THE last edition of ‘The Sun’, I presented a photo of a ‘teenage cow’ at Tandora, with her head stuck in the fork of a tree.

For those readers who may have thought the image had been rigged, please check out the full story.

While driving along the road, I see a brahman heifer stuck in a forked tree.

Thinking she might free

herself; I plan to return in half an hour to check.

On return, I find her upside down and almost choking (mouth frothing). By twisting her head, I manage to get her breathing again.

Urgently called son Glenn who was doing a job at his house (reason for no boots).

Accompanied by sons, Tommy and Josh, he arrives with a tractor and loader.

Tommy is worried.

We attach a rope to each of the heifer’s legs and lift her vertically out.

She is shaken but unhurt.

Glenn settles her down before helping her to stand.

She struggles to walk but is okay.

She walks away then looks back, as if to say, “Thanks for helping me”.

An excellent result.

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What’s on in local arts

Maryborough Regional Art Society Gallery

APRIL 2024

Exhibitions by The Fab Four: Linda Radloff, Helen Strachan, Deanna Bennett and Pammy Mac in gallery two. Danute Ruzgus in gallery one.

MAY 2024

Exhibition by Lyn Munn, plus members’ competition, ‘Bees’ theme.

Entries now open for the 77th Annual Acquisitive Art Exhibition from 14 June to 28 July 2024 which will be exhibited at Gatakers Artspace. Entry forms available at the gallery.

Gatakers Artspace exhibitions 1 March – 21 April:

• Maryborough Woodturners and Woodcraftsmen Guild Inc: Timber Revelations

• Printmakers: Impressed 4

• Rosemary Anderson: Sense of Place - Toogoom - Place of Rest

• Zela Bissett: Behind the Shine Exhibitions at Hervey Bay Regional Gallery until 21 April:

• Cane

Wilhelmus Breikers: Eat the Moon (This is not a dystopian parable)

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FOR Kids

Hello Maryborough!

My name is Phoebe Lee and I am twelve years old. For Kids By Kids tells kids what’s going on in Maryborough from their point of view.

THE red poppy is a symbol of respect worn traditionally on Remembrance Day and ANZAC Day.

It has special significance to our country because they were among the first plants to flower in the battlegrounds of Belgium and Northern France in WW1. This is where the idea for the famous poem, “In Flanders Fields”, by John Mcrae, originated.

However, there are three other different colours of poppies that each have their own special message or sign of respect. But what do they mean?

In World War 1, certain animals were used for three main reasonstransport, communication and companionship. Camels, mules, donkeys

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and horses were used to bring supplies to the soldiers, whereas dogs and even pigeons were used to carry important messages.

These animals were part of the war effort, putting their lives at risk without having a choice. This is why some people wear the purple poppy, as an emblem of recognition and appreciation to these animals.

The white poppy, in Australia, is a symbol of peace. According to the ‘Army Museum of South Australia, Poppies For Remembrance’ website, “Some people see it (the white poppy) as an alternative to the red poppy, others see it as complementary.

Some choose to wear both poppies, some one or the other.” All in all, it is your decision how you view the white poppy, whether it goes alongside the red poppy or on its own.

The final poppy, the black, initially commemorates all the people that are suffering or have suffered

due to war. In addition to remembering the dead soldiers, it remembers the civilians that have died and other people that have become victims to the cause.

These four different types of poppies each have their own meanings, and it’s up to you how you choose to wear them. It is also a big tradition to wear rosemary on ANZAC Day.

This is because the herb grows wild on the Gallipoli peninsula in Turkey,

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On this peninsula was the first major military action led by the ANZACs. ANZAC Day, held on the anniversary of this battle from 1915, commemorates these people and those who fought valiantly in the war for our country.

Their service should not be forgotten. Or, as it is said in the poem by Rudyard Kipling - Lest we forget.

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Million Moves challenge

FEDERAL Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is taking part in a new fitness challenge next month, when four of the Sunshine Coast’s MP’s will be battling it out to reach 1 MILLION MOVES over 21 days.

For 21 days starting on 1 May 2024, people of all ages living in the Sunshine Coast electorates of Fisher, Fairfax, Wide Bay, and Longman, are invited to join the challenge and complete 75 moves a day to help their electorate reach the million milestone first.

The Million Moves initiative is activated by AUSactive, local businesses, and local MP’s, including Wide Bay’s Llew O’Brien, Fisher’s Andrew Wallace, Fairfax’s Ted O’Brien, and Longman’s Terry Young, who will be driving this challenge alongside Australian fitness ambassadors such as Kayla Itsenes and Guy Leech.

Mr O’Brien, who was one of the early champions of the initiative, said the idea was focused getting more people active and building a fitness routine.

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“More than three quarters of Australians don’t get the required amount of physical exercise daily, so for the month of May, I’m going to challenge everyone to move 75 times for 21 days to build up that routine. The most important thing is to get off the couch and get active,” Mr O’Brien said.

“This challenge is for all ages and abilities and moves can be big or small, it’s just about getting active each day. It’s about staying healthy, and I ‘m looking forward to taking part in this challenge.”

Individuals will have a target of 75 moves a day for 21 days and can activate their own moves or take part in a range of community and business events, while accessing a great range of offers from AUSactive’s Sunshine Coast members.

AUSactive CEO Barrie Elvish said one of the association’s main priorities was to get more Australians physically active more often and the Million Moves initiative was a fantastic challenge to inspire the community to build a regular

fitness routine.

“Inactivity is the second leading risk factor contributing to chronic disease in Australia and it’s preventable! Getting more active is essential for our physical and mental health and it can be as simple as a regular walk,” Mr Elvish said.

“Million Moves is a fantastic opportunity for the people of the Wide Bay to inspire the nation and show just how easy it is to weave extra movement into your day.

“We are also a big community that enjoys supporting each other and getting together for something fun. The Million Moves initiatives will be great fun for everyone – so grab the kids and even the grandparents to hit 75 moves a day in May.”

To help AUSactive reach the Million Moves target officially, don’t forget to register to take part, it’s FREE!

For more information on Million Moves visit https:// millionmoves.org.au/

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MOTORING

BMW is German auto leader

BMW has reaffirmed its position as the leading German premium automotive brand in sales volume by reporting an 8.5 per cent increase in sales for the first quarter of 2024, with a total of 5,844 new vehicles registered from January to March.

Notably, BMW saw a remarkable 211 per cent increase in electric vehicle sales during this period, with 1,423 vehicles registered, reflecting a growing demand as Australia gears up to embrace sustainable mobility solutions.

It also coincides with the Australian government’s announcement of a plan to introduce the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) in January 2025 as part of its plan to reduce fuel costs and lower vehicle emissions in line with broader future climate goals.

This new standard will mandate automotive manufacturers to achieve an average CO2 figure across their fleets.

BMW sees this as a positive step in enhancing model diversity for customers, reducing fuel bills, and paving the way for a cleaner future for Australia.

The 3 Series continues to be a top performer for BMW in Australia with 719 vehicles registered during the first quarter.

The BMW X Sports Activity Coupé model line-up remains popular, comprising nine model lines: X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, XM, and iX.

These models collectively accounted for 60 per cent of total BMW sales in Q1 2024.

Among these, the bestselling BMW X models were the X1 with 1,061 vehicles registered, followed by the X3 with 773 vehicles and the X5 with 635 vehicles.

The X model portfolio continues to diversify and expand, with the introduction of the second-generation BMW X2 into the market this month, including a petrol and the first-ever fully

electric iX2.

This new product offering increases BMW’s fully electric line-up to 12 models – the most offered by any other car manufacturer in Australia.

Six of these electric vehicle variants are priced under $89,332, exempting them from both the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) for fleet operators.

Reflecting on the first quarter results, Wolfgang Buechel, CEO of BMW Group Australia, emphasised the core pillars driving the brand’s success: Brand, Product, and People.

“Our expansive and innovative product portfolio, offering a broad selection of efficient combustion engines, plug-in hybrids, and electric models, redefines the driving experience with our brand,” said Mr. Buechel.

He also highlighted the significance of the dedicated team members

and extensive retail network of 49 dealers across the nation, commenting: “Together,

we are unwavering in our commitment to heighten our customers’ experience with the BMW

brand and providing the most sustainable range of models to Australian customers.”

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MOTORING

Robotaxi passes license test

HYUNDAI Motor Company has released a campaign film showing the all-electric, selfdriving IONIQ 5 robotaxi successfully completing a process similar to a U.S. driver’s license test.

Created to convey the safety and trustworthiness of the IONIQ 5 robotaxi’s autonomous technology, the video features the IONIQ 5 robotaxi completing a series of public-level driving tests, including road driving in Las Vegas, U.S., demonstrating outstanding performance. This achievement underscores the IONIQ 5 robotaxi’s reliability as well as the inclusivity of its autonomous vehicle technology, highlighting its potential to safely provide freedom of mobility to all.

The film starts with an interview with Pearl Outlaw, a visually impaired American woman, and her mother, Ruth.

Pearl faces mobility limitations due to her condition, called

Retinitis Pigmentosa, which hinders her from obtaining a driver’s license - an essential symbol of independence and freedom for many people.

Pearl’s story highlights everyday mobility challenges for the physically impaired, emphasising the significance of autonomous driving technology in providing independence.

The IONIQ 5 robotaxi promises to fulfill her dream of independent mobility while offering the freedom to explore without reliance on others.

“I’m a DMV Certified Driving Examiner with 25 years of experience.

In that time, I’ve failed thousands and thousands of students in the interest of public safety,” said Kandice Jones, the examiner who tested the IONIQ 5 robotaxi.

“It’s going to be the same criteria – just like testing a human. We’ll be monitoring the speed, lane changes. I’m going to grade maneuvers, making a complete stop, left turns, maintaining the lane, and

of course reaction time.”

In the driving test, conducted by the highly experienced professional examiner, the IONIQ 5 robotaxi excelled, impressing with its speed control, lane changes and maneuvering, its ability to accurately stop at a stop sign, perform left turns, and its reaction time to developing hazards.

Captured in the video, the IONIQ 5 robotaxi effortlessly navigated the Las Vegas Strip, as well as the city’s suburban areas.

The IONIQ 5 robotaxi is the embodiment of transformative technologies in mobility coming together in one vehicle.

It signifies the extensive collaboration between Hyundai Motor Group and autonomous driving technology developer Motional, spanning years of development and rigorous testing of advanced automotive platforms and self-driving technology.

The IONIQ 5 robotaxi achieves consistent driving

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BEREAVEMENT THANKS

Lorna Jean Anstis (1930 – 2024)

Jim Anstis and family wish to sincerely thank all the family and friends who have offered their thoughts, prayers, support and comfort on the loss of their loving wife (73 years), mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

A special thanks also to Maryborough Community Age Care, Blue Care and Ross Funerals.

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Boonooroo Bowls Club

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Granville Anglican Church

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MADE MORNING TEA

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Tuesday, 21st May 2024

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Maryborough Pensioners Association Inc

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Maryborough Bears Senior Women’s team roar into action

GLEN PORTEOUS

AFLW: Maryborough

Bears Women’s team put in a valiant effort of sheer determination despite losing to Brothers Bundaberg Women’s last Saturday.

The 1 – 2 (8) to 6 – 9 (45) final score loss was not a true indicator of the Bears Senior Women’s first round game.

Bears coach Steve Allen said the score blew out in the final quarter, however the team never stopped trying to be competitive and were still in it at the end of the third quarter.

“The final scoreline doesn’t reflect how close the game really was and I have high praise for the players,” Allen said.

He said work only started about eight weeks ago to put together a women’s team with players from different backgrounds and already the season is looking good.

“The effort and competitiveness the players showed at the beginning of the game and until the end, they

will only get better as the season progresses,” Allen said.

“They are keen and willing to listen and a great bunch to work with,”.

Allen nominated Centre Mid-fielder Claudia Wharton as the Bears best player on the day.

Marie Coman kicked the Bears only six pointer in the second quarter.

Club president Nathan Dahan was happy with the players efforts and the future of the women’s team.

“We were still trying to get a team together with three weeks to go before the season started and after advertising about putting one together, we had all these players turn up keen to have a go,” Dahan said.

“For a team mostly made up of debutants, it was very encouraging to see the great effort put in by the players.”

The next match will be a home game against Hervey Bay Bombers at Bear Park on April 20, 2pm.

Maryborough hockey set to master state championships

GLEN PORTEOUS

HOCKEY: Maryborough hockey fields will be a hive of activity this weekend when it hosts the Queensland State Women’s Masters Championships.

There will be 50 teams and close to 1000 players from far north Cairns, to Atherton and down south to Brisbane and Tweed Heads descending onto the hockey complex.

The championship will commence on April 19 and finish on April 21.

Maryborough Official Kathy Rogers said it

will be great weekend of hockey for players, officials and spectators.

“It’s been ten years since we last hosted this state championship and we have three teams contesting in it,” she said.

Maryborough 1 is in Division 3, Maryborough 2 and 3 are in Division 6. Rogers encouraged people to come down and watch the exciting weekend and the players will not disappoint with a great spectacle of hockey on display.

“This is a massive event and also a great positive economic impact for both

Maryborough and Hervey Bay with visitors staying here and supporting the local economy,” she said.

Rogers was also grateful for Hervey Bay Hockey helping out with the championship.

Hervey Bay Women’s Masters coach Sally Ottaway said the competition will be strong in Division Four and confident the players will put in great effort over the weekend.

“We have a fantastic team representing Hervey Bay and I am very excited about coaching this year,” Ottaway said.

Ottaway also said Cathy Milijasevic has nominated for state selection and hope to gain another nod from selectors and don the Maroon jersey for goalkeeper.

There will also be entertainment provided on Friday night after the official opening with Music Man Phil Morgan playing from 6pm to 9pm under the white marquee.

Also available will be massage tents, first aid, Just Hockey Shop and team photo’s photographer.

For more information, go to the MDHA Facebook page.

26 The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 18th April 2024 SPORT
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Cooling weather brings bites

THE TEAM from FREEDOM FISHING SUPPLIES

WITH lighter winds and mostly sunny days holiday makers right across the Fraser Coast have been wetting a line and enjoying the outdoors.

Let’s check out this fortnights fishing report.

Our mighty Mary has had a good flush of fresh and has started to cool down, our winter species are starting to show up.

Monstrous bream around 40cm have been landed on strip bait or mullet gut.

The Sandy Strait is fishing extremely well at moment with quality summer whiting working the sand flats on the

THIS WEEK'S BRAG BOARD

making tide and in the gutters at low tide.

Flathead may not be about in numbers however the quality is making up for it.

Winter whiting have been reported on the drift between the reef islands and Tinnanbar with the average size around 20cm.

Fig Tree has seen some large threadfin salmon and barramundi landed on the top of the ledge at

high tide and the gutter between the reef Islands is fishing very well for flathead.

Large jew have been around Ungowa and surrounding creeks along with barramundi and threadfin salmon hanging around the snags.

Mud crabs are still in numbers with a few quality sand crabs been caught as well.

Reports from the Burrum

system are improving with barramundi and mangrove jack both being caught.

Time to get that cast net out and ready.

Prawn reports are coming in from most creeks, not a lot of size as yet but they are beautiful and sweet.

The pelagic action up the inside of the island has been going off, mac tuna up to 5kg are schooling up in numbers smashing the

bait balls on the surface. Also swimming with them are queenfish.

Both are taking metal slugs.

The bottom bar/DI area has been fishing very well for anglers making the journey with a mixed bag of reef fish reported including snapper, pearl perch, brown maori cod, gold spot wrasse, red emperor and venus tusk fish.

First up is Kieran with a beautiful coral trout. This one weighed in at 5.6kg. Jai landed this 43cm bream in the Mary. Austin also landed a couple of bream. These are from Tuan. Eden had a great night fish bringing this barra over the side. Last up is Archer who had a great family day. This gorgeous little cod was released safely to grow up and fish another day.

Bowls Results

DOON VILLA

Championships : Open

Singles - S.Hyde d K.Pieper 25-22. Mens Pairs - B.Houston, J.Devenish d W.Raguse, C.White 29-16. C. SinglesJ.Kemp d S.hyde 25-22.

Meat Tray Triples : Winners - G.Kuhn, A.Scholl, J.Demarco 2w + 10. Runners up - S.Hyde, N.Johnson, K.Johnson 1L 1w 13. G.Gambie, J.McCoombe, N.Gambie 2w + 9. L.Rampton, Marco, N.Weinheimer

1 w 1 L. K.Pieper, P.Whittaker, T.Buckley 2 L.R.Andersen, I.Axelsen, B.Stimpson 2 L.

Championships : Open

Singles - R.Whittaker d S.Hyde 25-22. Semi final Singles - R.Whittaker d J.Devenish 25-16. B.Houston d K.Johnson 25-20.

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9th April : Those fours teams who took home the prizemoney were as follows. Overall winners

- P.Wright, M.Roy, A.Johnson , J.Hamilton.

Overall secondK.Johnson, J.Devenish, S.Hyde, T.Williams. Overall third - P.Hutton, N.Gambie, J.McCoombe, K.Paxton.

Last Round winners - Kelly, T.Fergusson, Goodall, H.Self.

Jackpot Pairs : Winners - N.Weinheimer, R.Dillon d G.Kuhn, K.Paxton 2510. Runners up - S.Patch, A.Scholl d G.Kemp, T.Buckley 22-21. S.Hyde, K.Johnson d I.Axelsen, R.Whittaker 31-17.

J.Fraser, K.Pieper d J.McCoombe, B.Stimpson 26-18. P.Newman, P.Whittaker, C.White d Marko, R.Andersen, G.Gambie 24-14. - C White, scribe MARYBOROUGH

Wed 3 /4Final Championship Pairs

A Blazely, P Howard def L Parsons, L Frivaldo 24-14

Consistency Singles M Scott def J Nolan 134-126

SocialC Murdoch, M Donohue def E Wakelin, L Handley 17-7

C Hutchison, N McDonald, L Gundry def V Jones, B Cochrane, N Andreasen 18-11

Mens 11/4

W Ward, C English def R Watts, P Frawley 19-19

S Jines, N Gundry def P Davis, L Genrich 24-14

A Blackwell, A Simpson def T Lindeberg, C Roberts 25-24

M McDonald, N Nitz def M Stoneman, G Clarke 20-14

B Henningsen, G Walker def R McLeish, K Milzewski 19-18

G Hewson, A Dennison def

B Long, A Aiello 21-10

M Anderson, J Cruice def

C Lean, T Dillon 23-14

D Bretherton, L HAmilton def R Hutchison, D Kohler 26-14

M Roy, A Jones def T JAckson, P Clarke 20-12

J Dawson, B Faint def M Jensen, R Jensen 36-15

C Hutchison, D Blazely def

B Dean, K Campbell 19-18 - Samantha Wells, scribe

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