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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

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A Maryborough association is making kids’ sailing dreams a reality CRAIG WINTER THE Maryborough Matelots are making the sailing aspirations of local youth a reality, with two more fully funded berths on the Young Endeavour being made available this year. The RAN Young Endeavour is a brigantine – a two-masted,

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square-rigged sailing ship – which was specially designed and purpose built to offer development programs for young Australians at sea and offers kids the opportunity to sail on her for a life-changing 11-day journey, learning not only how to sail a tallship, but how to lead, support others and work together as a team.

This is no relaxing holiday.

challenges.

a new crew.

“You’re stepping into a new world at sea and you will be required to be an active member of the crew and contribute to the voyage.” say organisers.

“By the end of the voyage, you and your fellow crew will take command of the ship and put your new skills to the test. It’s an adventure like no other.”

Sailors must be prepared to face their fears, push themselves out of their comfort zone and discover how they rise to

The 2024 voyage will circumnavigate Australia, with the voyage broken down into eleven day segments, each with

The Maryborough Matelots are currently reviewing the 2024 voyage program and applications will be advertised through the RSL, TS Maryborough Naval cadets, local schools and social media.

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Ray White’s Max Ward Max Ward is a dedicated real estate professional with a passion for helping his clients achieve the best price possible when selling their homes. As a trusted Maryborough local for over 20 years, Max embarked on his Ray White Real Estate journey in 2018 as an administration assistant before taking the plunge into property and achieving over 100 sales. In addition to his successful career in real estate, Max recently celebrated a milestone in his personal life - tying the knot with his beautiful wife Leah in June 2023. Beyond the world of property transactions, Max is a skilled bass guitarist, adding a musical note to his multifaceted personality. In his commitment to community and service, Max serves as a Youth Pastor at Victory Church, where his honesty and hardworking nature shines through in both his professional and personal endeavours. With a genuine love for his hometown, and a sincere dedication to helping others, Max Ward is not just a real estate agent; he’s a community-oriented professional making a positive impact in Maryborough. If you would like an honest and professional appraisal of what your property may be worth in today’s market, please contact Max to book a time slot suitable to you.

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

Making sailing dreams a reality Endeavour.”

FROM FRONT PAGE

that each and every voyage

Issac Cameron joined the same voyage from Gladstone to Brisbane.

would be a unique and an amazing opportunity for 16-23 year olds to participate and discover themselves. Two local students recently completed recent cruises on the vessel. Hannah Wilmott sailed on the 2023 Cairns to Gladstone voyage and said “I just wanted to express my gratitude t (Matelots) for sponsoring me on what is now my favourite adventure. “I really appreciate being given the opportunity of a lifetime and it was more fun than I could have hoped for. “The highlights were laying aloft to watch the sunrise, pulling a onewatch-tack at dawn in rough weather, seeing wildlife in the Barrier Reef and getting to know an incredible crew.” she said. “The sponsorship made it possible for me to learn heaps of skills (like how to live with 34 people in a big tin can that rocks) and I will always treasure my time on the Young

“Going on the Young Endeavour voyage was a really great experience. We sailed from Gladstone to Brisbane via Lady Elliot Island, Hervey Bay, Mooloolaba and Moreton Island. Over the course of 11 days, the crew got to swim with turtles and sail alongside whales and dolphins. “ Late night watches and remembering all the ropes was challenging but enjoyable as it was all part of the experience, even in the rough seas and pouring rain at 2am in the morning. I enjoyed making new friends with people aged 16-23 from all over the country. “I would recommend the Young Endeavour to anyone who enjoys a physical and mental challenge and who likes to learn new things and work as a team to eventually sail the ship independently on Command Day.” Previous sponsored participants included

Brodie Rodgers in 2018, Jesse Hewson and Brandon McKaskill in 2021, Jonathon Davis, Joseph Macintyre and Blake Hewson in 2022. The Maryborough Matelots are a not-forprofit organisation that comprises former full time Naval personnel and their families. Their support to the local community includes purchases for, and

monetary donations to the Naval Cadet program. This has included the purchase of new snare drums, a donation towards the purchasing of new Cadet’s polo shirts and sponsoring the annual Naval Cadet trophies. Donations were also granted towards local community care packages, multiple drought and flood relief donations,

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MND donations, a Cancer Foundation donation, the Tinana Driver Reviver and the sponsorship berths on board Young Endeavour as well as other activities and events. The Maryborough Matelots Association meets monthly, gathering alternately at the Royal Hotel in Tiaro and the Old Sydney in Maryborough, and are always looking out for

For more information on the association phone 0408 988 081. The Naval Cadets of TS Maryborough meet weekly every Wednesday night at 16 Sussex Street from 1730 to 2115 and also hold weekend parades. Cadets is open to ages from 12 and a half to 20.

An exciting day that will bring our young people together, a space to interact, form connections & grow a sense of community! Be a member (for ages 12 to 17) of the Youth Network Program and get involved with the preparation for the event!

A fun-filled day of activities for young people & information from support services! Skate boarding demo, sausage sizzle, food vendors & many more. If you want to know more about the event & how to get involved, email us at programs@maryboroughnc.org or call 07 4121 2141.

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS MARCH 16, 2024

Meet the candidates YOUR CANDIDATES PROFILES WILL BE IN THE NEXT EDITION OF THE MARYBOROUGH SUN The electoral roll closes at 6pm Monday, 05 February.

WITH the Queensland local government elections looming on March 16, The Maryborough Sun in conjunction with the Maryborough Chamber of Commerce is giving local Council candidates the opportunity to share their views, aspirations and hopes for our City.

Early voting begins on Monday, 4 March and ends Friday, 15 March at 6:00pm. Applications for postal voting are open now and close 7pm 4 March, with ballot papers being posted out from Valentine’s Day.

A number of Divisions will see new candidates enter the arena, and a couple of familiar faces will retire from politics.

Postal votes must be received by the ECQ by 5:00pm, 26 March to be eligible. Voting is compulsory, and there are three ways you can vote.

Come along and meet them, and pose your questions about the future of the Fraser Coast.

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CHECK YOUR ENROLMENT To be able to vote, you will of course need to be enrolled with the Australian Electoral Commission.

ASSISTED VOTING Assisted voting is for electors in some hospitals or nursing homes that have nominated as a ‘declared institution’. In this case, an ECQ official will visit to help voting take place.

You can do this online at check.aec.gov.au

If you have a disability, can’t get a postal vote and are not in a declared institution, you may be able to telephone vote.

at all, with the changes affecting about 4400 voters across the Fraser Coast – about five per cent of voters.

CHECK YOUR DIVISION Fraser Coast Council CEO Ken Diem recently said “The Fraser Coast has about 87,000 voters divided into 10 single-member divisions represented by a Councillor, plus a Mayor,” he said.

“However, there are several changes including the entire locality of Aldershot being transferred from Division 1 to Division 3, while several areas in Division 7 will move into Division 9, to name just two examples.”

“With our region growing significantly in recent years, some divisions now have more voters than others. “As a result, the Electoral Commission of Queensland has changed the boundaries to ensure a reasonable proportion of voters across all divisions in the March 2024 and 2028 elections. “For some divisions, there will be no changes

Mr Diehm said the Local Government Change Commission’s final report and maps of the Divisions are available on the Electoral Commission of Queensland’s website or on an elections information page on the Council’s website - https://www. frasercoast.qld.gov.au/ council-elections. You can check who has nominated for the election in your division by going to event. elections.qld.gov.au

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

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THE historic Maryborough Aero Club is continuing to grow in numbers as the addition of a new aircraft boosts interest in flying.

The Evektor Sportstar Plus took off for it’s maiden ‘member’ flight last weekend and proved that it’s nimble controls and forgiving nature was a great asset for the Club. Club President Craig Winter test flew the Sportstar after a new engine was installed several weeks ago, and said that the recertification process was now complete.

Sportstar, and the future installation of a high-end flight simulator room. “This airport was once the training ground for wireless air gunners and naval pilots, and has had a private flight school on site for many years.” said Craig.

“Members now have access to this brilliant aircraft.” he said. “The RAAUS registered light sport plane is very economical on fuel, has a range of about four hours at 110knots so is ideal for those pilots wanting to explore Fraser Island or the western districts on short flights, or further afield over weekends.” The Club has added seven new members in the past fortnight, mostly young pilots and students attracted by the addition of the

RESIDENTS are being urged to clean up around their homes after Ross River virus was detected in local mosquitoes.

“It would be ideal to continue the tradition of training here, and Maryborough is an ideal location for pilots to gain experience with amazing scenery in every direction, attractions on the ground, and amazing weather during most of the year.” You can email the Club at secretary@ maryboroughaeroclub. com, or go to www. maryboroughaeroclub. com for more information.

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Fraser Coast Regional Council Executive Manager Regulatory Services Steven Gatt said Council was working with Queensland Health to help identify mosquitoborne viruses, with the virus recently detected in samples taken from local mosquito traps. “The hot, humid weather and steady rainfall on the Fraser Coast has provided perfect conditions for mosquitoes to boom,” he said. “That’s why it’s more important than ever for everyone to take precautions to protect themselves and their families from contracting Ross River virus.” Ross River virus is a virus spread by the bite of an infected mosquito that causes inflammation and pain in multiple joints. The symptoms may include fever with joint pain and swelling which

may then be followed by a raised red rash. Joint pain can be severe and last up to six weeks. Mr Gatt said residents could take simple but effective steps to minimise the risk of mosquito bites.

“Check out your yards and get rid of possible breeding places such as drip trays under pot plants, old tyres and containers. Empty bird baths and clean thoroughly with a cloth to remove mosquito eggs.” he said. “Keep roof guttering in good condition and regularly remove leaves to stop pools of water from forming. “If it can hold water, then it can breed mosquitoes, and with the warmer temperatures, this is a much faster process.” Mr Gatt said Council staff were monitoring and treating known breeding sites to reduce mosquito numbers and to kill the mosquito larvae before they take flight. “Council staff also check

Mosquitos larvae can be found in many places around every home on the Fraser Coast.

light traps weekly to monitor mosquito species in residential areas and treat when needed,” he said. More information about Ross River virus is available at https://www.qld.gov. au/health/condition/

infections-and-parasites/ viral-infections/ ross-river-virus More information about preventing mosquito bites is available at https:// www.qld.gov.au/health/ conditions/all/prevention/ prevent-mosquito -bites

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

MARY RAIL TRAIL LINK It is encouraging to note FCRC have allocated funding for further volunteer works on the Takura to Colton Mine area and a trailhead at Churchill Mines Road. BUT, there is no reference in your text (The Maryborough Sun Feb 8) or on your plan to the ‘The Maryborough Link’ which is so important for completion of this trail, in particular to the Maryborough CBD and its residents, yet gets overlooked in funding. By this I mean the trail along the edge of the

existing railway line from the Maryborough Trailhead at Alan and June Brown car park in the CBD, to connect with the recently completed section from Slaugherhouse Road (off Zemek Bridge on Walker Street) to Quarry Road, then from Quarry Road to Aldershot mainly through Council owned land.

Both these sections are highlighted in the ten year old Halliburton Plan and require State and Federal funding. The trail is after all referred to as the Mary to Bay Rail Trail!

When completed it will become a unique local asset linking a heritage listed city to a coastal city for pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders. - Harry Usher

YOUTH We are all aware of the escalation of youth crime and the fear it is endangering our community. As I’ve previously voiced, there is no easy fix, but making parents accountable for their children’s whereabouts would be a great start. There should not

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be 12- 15-year-olds wandering the streets at night seeking a thrill.

Tied in with this is the sad statistic about reading competences lowering in Australia. Once more, this is a parent thing. Parents need to sit with their children and play cards and board games which give children prereading skills. We didn’t know that 50 years ago but we do now, so I beg all the parents of little people out there to sit and play snap, fish, or any other card game that is simple. This develops recognition skills and allows the child to slip easily into literacy when the time comes, unless there is a functional condition such as dyslexia. We know parenting is a hard road to walk and doesn’t come with an instruction manual, but if each of us, either as a parent or a support to a parent, gave a little extra time, it would make a world of difference to our country. - Ann Morris

LOCAL ELECTIONS It’s that time again, and the usual comments keep springing up about how none of the candidates are worthy of election etc, and how local elections can be a waste of time. We need to take these elections seriously, for as much as we might struggle for choice, the people we vote in are going to have an impact on our region and how it’s budget is spent. Please take the time to at least make sure you’re voting in the best you can, even if you’re not 100% convinced.

At least if you give one of them the chance, they may end up being good for us. If we don’t vote with thought, things will never improve, and that’s a fact. If you think you can do better, then nominate for the next election and let us know what you’re going to do to make our lives better. Then we’ll have the opportunity to give you the chance to do so. - Tony Williams

Some of these candidates do take our towns seriously, and many of them have our best interests at heart.

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

Club has a view to assist others

Council approves the enhancement of our footpaths FRASER Coast residents have been given the green light to beautify their nature strips with plantings in front of their properties.

MARYBOROUGH VIEW Club is on the lookout for new members who want to give back to their community and make new connections with women in the area. VIEW, which stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women, is a network of close to 300 clubs and over 14,000 women throughout Australia. It provides a place for women to connect in the community, enjoy social activities, and develop lasting friendships all while supporting the work of children’s education charity, The Smith Family. Maryborough Club President, Dawn, said this year is the perfect time to join VIEW as social events are truly back on the calendar. “Our events and activities raise funds for The Smith Family to support the education of children and young people experiencing disadvantage.” she said. VIEW is the largest community sponsor of The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program, which provides students with financial, educational and personal support. Dawn says this is crucial, particularly in the current economic climate. “We have all been hit by

the rising cost of living, be it power prices, food or petrol. But these rises have had an even greater impact on those already doing it tough”. “Parents shouldn’t have to choose between putting dinner on the table or buying their child a uniform for school. This is why it is so important that we can help children experiencing disadvantage with their education.” VIEW nationally supports the education of over 1720 students through the Learning for Life program, ensuring that they have educational support and what they need for the school year. Maryborough VIEW Club currently supports 5 students and assisted with internet access for another three. “We are always looking for women of all backgrounds and ages to join us and look forward to welcoming new faces at our next monthly meeting,” said Dawn. Anyone interested in becoming a member can call Dawn on 0409 751 223 or visit www. view.org.au for further information. The Maryborough VIEW Club meeting meets at Maryborough Services Club on the second Friday of each month.

Fraser Coast Regional Council Acting Executive Manager of Open Space and Environment Marshall Nutall said this was a great opportunity for residents to beautify streets and increase the livability of our region while helping the environment. “Well-designed and maintained nature strips can contribute to property values and liveability. “They also help to keep our suburbs cooler in hot weather and allow water to get into the soil rather than run off into waterways,” he said. Council has developed self-assessable guidelines that will allow residents to design their nature strips subject to them meeting certain criteria. “There is a checklist available to make sure proposed nature strips comply with Council criteria. You must submit that checklist to Council before work begins,” Mr Nuttall said. “This new self-assessment process will streamline the existing process, reduce wait time for residents and reduce the processing time for Council staff. “Residents still need to keep public safety in mind as there still needs to be space for bin collection and existing trees cannot be disturbed. “Once you have planned out your nature strip, it’s

a good idea to then discuss it with your neighbours before handing in the completed checklist to Council. The nature strip’s garden maintenance and ongoing compliance with Council guidelines is also the occupier’s responsibility. “Residents will need to take care of watering, mulching, fertilising, pest management and pruning the new plants,” Mr Nuttall said. “Council is committed to improving the livability of our region and creating connected, inclusive communities and spaces through initiatives like these new nature strip guidelines.” Some of the pointers included in Council’s information include maintain the amenity of the walkways. The guidelines are designed to ensure: Public Safety - everyone can safely travel on the nature strip - people driving can see

Join us at the Endeavour Foundation Learning and Lifestyle Hub Open Day in Maryborough! Meet the team, have a site tour and experience some of the programs and activities available. Thursday 7 March 2024, 10am – 2pm 320 Kent St, Maryborough QLD 4650 Call 0431 524 656 or email rachelle.moore@endeavour.com.au to RSVP

people walking and cycling - the street environment has good surveillance, light and access - people can get out of a car parked on the street - workers can safely access utility pits, pillars and poles Liveability and Amenity - there is space for bin collection - public trees are not disturbed - habitat for native wildlife is enhanced through choosing native plants. “Property owners need to be aware that they are responsible for ongoing maintenance of the nature strip garden and that Council may remove the garden at any time if it is not safe, or not maintained to Council’s satisfaction.” Council has developed self-assessable criteria to support residents and businesses who want to plant a nature strip garden. You cannot plant a

garden on a nature strip that is less than 3 metres wide, as measured from the property boundary to the back of the kerb. The self-assessable criteria allows residents and businesses to use the nature strip for planting a garden, while retaining access for pedestrians, utilities and trees. You do not need Council approval to create a nature strip garden that meets the self-assessable criteria however it’s important to note that you must complete the criteria checklist at the end of this guideline and submit it to Council before you begin work on your nature strip garden. The guidelines for nature strip planting and checklist are available at www. frasercoast.qld.gov.au/ planting-on-nature-strip Advice on choosing and growing native plants is also available in the Fraser Coast Greening Guide on the Council website.

The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

Craftsmen turn wood into art for exhibition AN EXHIBITION of hand made wood pieces will be held at Gataker’s Artspace early next month. The Maryborough Woodturners & Woodcraftsmen Guild has invitied the public to their Timber Revelations Exhibition being held from opening night of 1st March to 21st April. The opening night ceremony will commence from 6pm with presentations starting at 6:30pm. Gatakers Artspace is committed to supporting professional development of artists from throughout the region and is a fantastic place to visit for travellers and locals. The Guild members show their skill working with a variety of woods to shape into bowls, wine goblets, pens, clocks boxes and many other artistic and practical items. ‘Club members are passionate, knowledgeable and highly skilled with regards to the beautiful aspect of woodcraft. said spokesman Graham Hodson

‘Wood pieces may be classic or modern, emphasize function or be shaped by hand tools or by machines. ‘Wood has so much character, colour and variations within any given piece. With a skilled artisan a plain piece of wood may turn into a masterpiece that becomes a family heirloom which is kept for several generations.’ he said. There will be woodcraft demonstrations held throughout the exhibition including the use of a of

scroll saw, pyrography and wood carving on Tuesday and Thursday between 10am and 1pm. A selection of timbers and beautiful artisan handcrafted items will be available for purchase during the exhibition. For more details email marywoodies01@gmail. com or phone 0487 714 160 or gatakersartspace@ frasercoast.qld.gov.au, phone 4190 5818. The gallery is open Tuesday to Friday 9:30am to 3:30pm.

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Snake catcher takes Developer claims new model will help alleviate housing issue break after injury JAY FIELDING PLANS for a new 101-unit accommodation complex could help alleviate unmet demand for housing in Maryborough, the developer says. In an application before Fraser Coast Regional Council, IRBS 3 Pty Ltd has applied for a material change of use from low density residential to short term accommodation at the cone-shaped 2.84ha site, bordered by Alice, George and Palmer Streets. It was formerly home to Parky’s Parts auto wreckers.

An injury has forced Shane Epps to take an extended break from his business. (Facebook)

According to the application, the 101 “ecolodges and cabins” at the site would include 38 studio, 34 one-bedroom, 24 two-bedroom and five accessible units. The complex, dubbed Motel Now, would have vehicular access via Palmer Street, 120 car parks including visitor parking, caravan storage, a managers residence, an outdoor recreation area with swimming pool, children’s play area, open space including an off-leash dog area and extensive landscaping.

MARYBOROUGH Snake Catcher’s Shane Epps has had to temporarily close his business following a catastrophic injury.

my business.

In a post on Facebook, Mr Epps said he was facing a long and challenging recovery after surgery on a severe bicep injury.

“In the grand scheme of things, health and well-being are priceless. I have to prioritise my recovery and take the necessary time to heal properly.”

“It is with a heavy heart that I have to share some difficult news,” the post read. “After a lot of soul searching and consultation with medical professionals, I have made the incredibly tough decision to temporarily close

The developers are keen to spruik the proposal’s sustainability features, which would include rooftop solar, stormwater recycling and use of drought-hardy locally endemic plants.

The modular units would be fabricated off-site.

Mr Epps thanked supporters, many customers who he has relocated snakes for, for their wellwishers and said he would post updates about his progress and developments regarding the business’s reopening.

THERE are 12 common snakes on the Fraser coast according to the Department of Environment, Science & Innovation. White-Crowned Snake Eastern Small-Eyed Snake Yellow-Faced Whipsnake Collared Whipsnake Lesser Black Whipsnake Red-Naped Snake King Brown Snake Red-Bellied Black Snake Brown Tree Snake Green Tree Snake Freshwater Snake Carpet Python

As well as on-site managers, guests would be able to check in 24 hours a day with an automated system. The application says the height, scale, bulk and siting of structures, as well as landscaping, seek to integrate it into the existing neighbourhood and reduce impact on nearby homes.

Mr Epps said the injury had left him in physical and emotional turmoil.

An artist impression of the proposed development. (Supplied) It says the location is compatible with the proposed use because it has good pedestrian, bicycle and bus connections, and Maryborough is the centre for regional infrastructure

projects and has major tourism generators. The cabins will be either used for short stays or for medium stays with leases up to a maximum of three months aiming to cater to

the non-local workforce, tourists travelling with caravans and locals in need of housing options. The developer has plans for a similar project at Bundaberg.

It is recommended that if you locate a snake in your yard or home, that you leave it alone until you can contact a qualified snake catcher. Snakes would rather be left alone than attack, so don’t provoke them.

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Queensland Ballet brings preludes to the Brolga FRASER Coast residents will have the opportunity to see some of the best ballet dancers in the country when the Queensland Ballet performs at the Brolga Theatre on March 6.

Fraser Coast Regional Council Director of Strategy, Community and Development Gerard Carlyon said the program would include four different elements with the show described as “truly satisfying, strikingly beautiful and an absolute standout work.” “Having the Queensland Ballet come to our region provides an opportunity for local residents to watch first-class performers without traveling to a capital city,” he said. “The arts are the soul of our community, fostering unity, inspiring creativity and transcending boundaries to elevate the

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cultural celebration.”

“Council is keen to ensure we have connected, inclusive communities through our places, spaces and people, and hosting shows like this help us achieve that goal.”

The Brolga Theatre performance will be held on Wednesday, March 6 from 7:30pm.

The Queensland Ballet program includes Three Preludes, Tchaikovsky Mash, Le Corsaire pas de deux and A Rhapsody in Motion (2nd and 3rd movement). “From an emotive story of love to a collage of tutus and Tchaikovsky music, to one of the most celebrated excerpts in the ballet world, this production features rich stories that will captivate lovers of music and dance.” “Don’t miss this season of extraordinary works touring the Fraser Coast in March and join us for an unforgettable evening of grace, beauty and

For more information and to buy tickets, go to: https://brolga. ourfrasercoast.com. au/events/event/1413/ queensland-ballet-on-tour The Queensland Ballet will also partner with Fraser Coast Regional Council through the Regional Arts Development Fund to host in-school workshops as well as Community Dance Classes in Maryborough during their Regional Tour in 2024. Additional dance health offerings will include seated ballet class programs at aged care and hospitals. More information regarding workshops can be found on the Queensland Ballet website.

The Queensland Ballet is coming to Maryborough in March. (Qld Ballet)

The Michael Jackson HIStory Show SHOWTIME presents this spectacular music tribute and full-scale stage production honouring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson. One of the world’s greatest talents comes to life as Garth Field recreates the excitement and flair of Michael Jackson. “Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting live performances evoking his early days as a member of the Jackson 5, his ground breaking theatrics in the 80s and his continued domination of Pop culture into the 21st century.” Garth Field will perform Michael Jackson’s greatest hits at the Brolga. (Supplied)

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

Fraser Coast community Hats off (or on) picnics to bring people together for winner COMMUNITY picnics with food stalls, artist workshops and live music will be held throughout the Fraser Coast as part of a disaster resilience and recovery initiative aimed at bringing people together. Fraser Coast Regional Council Director of Strategy, Community and Development Gerard Carlyon said the community picnics were a first for Council, with five to be held between March and June.

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“The community picnics will be great days for the community to come together to connect, enjoy live entertainment, have a bite to eat and participate in some workshops put up on by some fantastic local artists and artisans,” he said. “While it’s been about two years since our last major floods, we were bracing for more flooding only a few weeks ago when Tropical Cyclone Kirrily’s path was uncertain. “Natural disasters can strike at any time and can have a big and ongoing effect on mental health and well-being.

The winning $5 Mystery Crosswords Instant Scratch-Its ticket was bought at IGA Maryborough on Alice Street. “That’s why it’s important that as a community we come together and stand together in the face of these challenges and that we connect with each other, form friendships and feel more united.” The first event will be the Glenwood Community Picnic at the Community Centre on Pepper Road

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from 1pm to 4pm on Saturday 9 March. The other community picnics will be held at: •Gundiah (6 April) •Tiaro (11 May) •Bauple (25 May) and •Maryborough (30 June) The Fraser Coast community picnics are jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland

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Stealing charges laid against young teen A 14-YEAR-OLD boy has been charged with stealing a car in Maryborough last month.

The incident happened near the intersection of Five Mile Road West and the highway in Tinana about 5.55pm on Monday, February 12. Police say a blue 1998 Ford Fiesta allegedly veered on to the wrong side of the road, narrowly missing a grey Nissan Navara.

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a truck. Anyone with information or footage can phone Policelink on 13 14 44 or visit www.police.qld.gov. au/policelink-reporting and quote the reference number QP2400251533.

Police will allege the boy broke into a residence on Alice Street and stole personal property and a vehicle about 7pm on January 21. The teenager allegedly also stole fuel at Torquay on January 22 and January 30. He was arrested and

taken to Maryborough Police Station where he was charged by detectives from the Maryborough Child Protection and Investigation Unit. The teenager was scheduled to appear before the Maryborough Children’s Court charged with one count each of entering a dwelling and committing an offence, unlawful use of a motor vehicle and stealing, and four counts of breaching bail.

The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

No eggscuse for selling unlicensed foods CRAIG WINTER

UNWITTING homebased food and produce vendors have been told to stop selling eggs, amongst other things. When South Burnett resident Murray Koina was recently phoned by Safe Food Production Queensland, a Government regulatory body under the Department of Agriculture, he couldn’t believe what he was hearing. The 73 year old and his wife have been selling eggs from their small chook-shed to Facebook customers for a few years for $4 a dozen. The person on the phone told Mr Koina he could not sell the eggs without a licence. “She informed me that I needed to get accreditation if I wanted to continue.” Murray said.

But eggs aren’t the only cuplrit.

The maximum fine for selling eggs without a licence is $200,000. “It’s actually illegal to even supply eggs, so you’re not even allowed to supply eggs to family and friends outside of your property,” the spokesperson said. She also said Mr Koina’s incident was not a unique case. “We do get a lot of complaints, usually through Facebook.” Safe Food production Queensland said they tried to educate the person as to how they could become accredited. “There’s a lot of people out there that genuinely don’t know,” she said. “Eggs carry a high biosecurity risk and that’s why it’s so regulated.

A Safe Food Production Queensland spokesperson confirmed to the media that anyone wanting to sell eggs had to have accreditation.

“The ones that are accredited have to jump through hoops to make sure that the whole system from the eggs laying to them being bought from a shop is very regulated and very clean,” the spokesperson said.

Accreditation costs over $600 initially and then $400 each year.

Mr Koina said he would not bother selling eggs again.

Well meaning home chefs who prepare food at home for resale at markets and stalls are also a target. Maryborough woman Mary was shocked to learn that her years of baking goods for sale online was considered illegal. “Someone dobbed me in from a Facebook post where someone wrote about how much they loved my sausage rolls,” she said. “And within hours I had a message asking me for proof of a food licence.” The Food Act 2006 (the Food Act) requires certain food businesses to hold a licence and some high risk food businesses to also have an accredited food safety program. Home-based food businesses that may require a licence include the preparation of food for sale at a market, amongst others. The only examples of food businesses that prepare food in the home on a commercial basis and are not required to hold a licence under the Food

The selling of unlicensed eggs is illegal, along with many other foodstuffs.

Act include family day care operations, student boarding accommodation or facilities providing in home support services for an individual. Queensland Health said food businesses that operate from home, even if they are not required to hold a licence, must comply with the other requirements of the Food Act and the provisions of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. This excludes “the handling, at a person’s home, of food intended to

be given away to a nonprofit organisation for sale by the organisation.” A Qld Health spokesperson said that generally people were just uninformed, not “trying to get away with anything.” “Sometimes the licensing is just too much to deal with for say, someone making cakes for resale at a market, however the standards are in place to protect both them, and the end user from harm. “Food safety is vitally important.”

Local Councils are generally responsible for the administration of food licences. For further information in relation to food business licensing requirements, the process for applying for and obtaining a food business licence, or to discuss food safety and/or hygiene concerns relating to a business operating within the Fraser Coast Local Government Area, please contact Council on 1300 79 49 29 or by emailing enquiry@frasercoast.qld. gov.au.

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

The Long and Winding Road - Reality’s Bite LAST July I was asked to jump to the end of my long and winding road, and write about the dire heatwaves and devastating wildfires laying waste to swathes of the Northern Hemisphere. Having recently visited the USA and with my returned travelling companion still suffering after a fortnight’s smoke inhalation amidst a heatwave, I jumped forward along my long and winding road from 19th century theory into the 21st century world of heat, storms and droughts, floods and fire. The heatwaves now in Australia are the consequence of not paying attention to the work of nineteenth century scientists Joseph Fourier, Eunice Foote, John Tyndall and Svante Arrhenius, thanks to whom we know the basics consequences of continuing to burn coal, oil and fossil gas. The 4th July 2023 map of heatwaves reminds me of a hot and humid day as I stood in the crowd outside Boston’s Old State House listening to the 247th anniversary reading of the Declaration of Independence – significant to Australians because the British might not have sent convicts to Botany Bay if they’d still had the option of sending them to the sugar and tobacco plantations of Virginia.

Heatwaves on 4th July 2023.(Supplied)

In the 1890s Arrhenius hoped that enough coal would be burnt to stave off the Ice Age that was anticipated after the discoveries of geologists such as Charles Lyell and demonstrated by the Little Ice Age suffered in Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries. By 1960 Arrhenius’s hope had been achieved - enough coal, oil, and fossil gas had been burnt to stave off the next Ice Age, reversing the cooling trend of the 5,000 years since the high point of the Holocene Epoch. In the 64 years since then we’ve burnt nearly five times as much fossil fuel as we’d done in the 200 years up to 1960. Arrhenius’s recipe to avert the next Ice Age is now well and truly overcooked. It’s so overcooked that natural disturbances might push the climate past such limits as the 1.5°C limit of the Paris Agreement. With records breaking in 2023, this could be happening in 2024.

The huge January 2022 eruption of Tonga’s submarine Hunga Tonga– Hunga Ha’apai volcano blew water vapour so high up into the stratosphere, where instead of forming clouds and falling back to earth as rain, it will continue warming the world for the few years until ionising radiation breaks it down to oxygen and hydrogen. In 1960 we didn’t have the technology to replace fuels - let alone knowing we needed to stop their burning. Had we known the world’s temperature wouldn’t have got within cooee of the Paris Agreement limit, the Tongan eruption wouldn’t be a problem. Our opportunistic situation now is that replacement renewable energy technologies now cost far lower than digging up stuff and burning it. How do we share the benefits of lower costs so more of us can live better lives?

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TURN on the news these days and without fail you’ll hear reports on either the cost-of-living crisis or the housing crisis, or both. In many respects they are related. Prices are going up and whether it’s buying groceries or paying rent, people are struggling to make ends meet. For many people, especially in our bigger towns and cities, the great Aussie dream of owning a home on a quarter-acre block is becoming more and more remote. Remote, not only in the sense of being harder to achieve, but also in the sense that people are having to move further and further from urban centres to make it affordable. This encroachment into the countryside leads to other difficulties.

Year after year we are seeing prime agricultural land being rezoned and sold-off for housing developments.

This is particularly noticeable in our coastal communities, where people want to live within driving distance of urban centres while also enjoying the idyllic rural setting. But the reason this setting is so idyllic is that farmers have been growing crops on these prime agricultural lands for generations. When land is rezoned and sold off for housing, farmers can’t simply pack up and grow their crops elsewhere. Unlike housing, which can be built almost anywhere, farmers need productive soil, consistent rainfall, infrastructure, and in the case of sugarcane, proximity to a sugar mill. And it isn’t just housing

developments that are an issue.

The use of prime farming land for large scale renewable energy projects such as solar and wind farms is a rapidly increasing problem. We have plenty of marginal land, where growing crops is not feasible. There is no reason why councils should be allowing housing developments or solar projects to take prime agricultural land out of production. There is no doubt we need to address the housing crisis and that means building more houses, especially if we want our regional communities to thrive. And renewable energy is an increasingly important part of our energy security.

We still need good quality farmland to produce food and fibre. (Wally Piddington)

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What’s on in local arts Maryborough Regional Art Society Gallery March 2024 Exhibitions by Rachel Greig, Elizabeth Dau, Jenny Ogden, Lesley Perk, Kerri Dixon, Jacqui Boyle, Ellie Todd and Jo Williams. April 2024 Exhibitions by Pat Leach and Danute Ruzgus. 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. Hervey Bay Photography Club: Through Many Eyes Until 3 Mar, Gatakers Creative Space Art Club Teens Term 1 Tuesdays, 4pm, Hervey Bay Regional Gallery Folk Song Sing Along - Derek Smith - Morning Melodies Thu 22 Feb, 11am, Brolga Theatre Exhibitions at Hervey Bay Gallery from 24 Feb - 21 Apr - Cane - Wilhelmus Breikers: Eat the Moon (This is not a dystopian parable)

FOR Kids BY 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. EVERY four years, something a bit different happens. And it’s a lot more complicated than you think. A lot of people think they know the science behind leap years. But for those who don’t know, let me tell you about the basics. 2024 is a leap year. This is because each year is not precisely three hundred and sixty-five days long.

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130 years of Mercedes motorsport THIS year, MercedesBenz is celebrating 130 years of motorsport.

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An anniversary that is marked by emotional events, historic highlights and extraordinary achievements - then as now.

Next to nine further Mercedes-AMG cars, the entry with starting number 130 stands out in particular.

Driver of the car with starting number 130 was Mercedes-AMG Performance Driver and AMG brand ambassador Maro Engel (GER), who has been racing for the brand since 2008.

This era began with the first competitive automobile ride from Paris to Rouen on 22 July 1894. At present, the brand with the three-pointed star is involved as MercedesAMG in Formula 1, GT customer racing and Esports. Countless races, achievements and titles have been accumulated over the years in a wide range of motorsport categories.

Mercedes-AMG Team GruppeM Racing runs the AMG GT3 sporting a special anniversary livery. The race car comes in a colour combination of white, silver and classic carbon fibre optics to symbolize 130 years of motorsport. White was the typical colour of German race cars from the early days. Silver is a reminiscence of the silver arrows that were born in 1934.

Reasons enough to celebrate the anniversary year at selected events under the motto “Defining Motorsport since 1894”.

Legend has it that the paint was scraped of the W 25 race cars overnight to reduce the weight of the cars.

The Repco Bathurst 12 Hour at Mount Panorama Circuit marked the start of the anniversary activities.

The rear section of the anniversary livery, meanwhile, shows clear carbon fibre looks, building the natural bridge to the current race cars in GT racing and Formula 1 the

The classic down under also served as the season

He will be racing with the special livery in various race series during the course of the year. At Bathurst, Engel was assisted by Felipe Fraga (BRA) and David Reynolds (AUS). Complementing the realworld racing activities, the anniversary livery will also be available in various racing simulations. “The legacy of 130 years in motorsport is an extremely huge and valuable one. Successfully carrying this into the future is a responsible duty for all of us. Of course, we want to add another milestone to our 130-year-long motorsport heritage, living up to the motto ‘Defining Motorsport since 1894’.” said Christoph Sagemüller, head of AMG Motorsport.

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TO CELEBRATE this special birthday and as a tribute to its history, the Scorpion is launching the new Abarth 695 75° Anniversario edition, available in only 1,368 units to pay homage to its well-known 1.4 T-Jet engine, with a symbolic reference to the engine’s capacity: 1,368cc. The engine is supercharged with a Garrett GT 1446 turbocharger, delivering 180 HP of power and a torque of 250 Nm at 3,000 rpm. The maximum speed is 225 km/h, and it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.7 seconds. The exhaust features the iconic Record Monza with an active valve. It is also equipped with Koni FSD shock absorbers on both axles. The special series also features a unique and eye-catching livery which includes a special touch: a dedicated logo displayed both inside and outside to enhance the journeys of the brand’s enthusiasts. The exterior immediately catches the eye.

For the first time ever, a scorpion covers the entire roof and pops out against the total black livery thanks to the contrast with its golden body.

soul can once again be seen in the Sabelt carbon seats with dedicated stitching and the modern reinterpretation of 75° logo inspired by the historic car.

The model has been enhanced by various elements to make it even more unique, such as privacy glass, gold Abarth logos on both sides, and the original 75° Anniversario decals in the shape of a piston head.

The state-of-the-art equipment includes a 7” Radio DAB, a 7” TFT digital display and Carplay & Android Auto connectivity, as well as automatic air conditioning, Audio Beats and Navigation systems.

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The legend of the Brand with the Scorpion badge started on March 31, 1949, when Carlo Abarth (19081979) founded Abarth & C. with driver Guido Scagliarini and launched an authentic legend of style and performance. Their first car, the Fiat 1100-derived 204 A, allowed Tazio Nuvolari to win his last race in 1950. Since then, Abarth’s history has been chock-full of records, as the brand

has always combined maximum performance, craftsmanship, and nonstop technical refinement. Among the components for mass-production cars, the exhaust pipes became a true icon of the “Abarth style” over the years and the Brand reached the pinnacle of success between the 1950s and 1960s. 1963 saw the debut of the Fiat-Abarth 595, the first Abarth based on the new Fiat 500, which completely transformed

the small utility car and allowed it to reach its maximum potential. The following golden decade was marked by an impressive winning streak: 10 world records, 133 international awards, and more than 10,000 victories on the track. In 1971, the brand was wholly taken over by the Fiat Group and the legend continued with the Fiat 124 Abarth, the 131 Abarth, and the Ritmo

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The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

A striking success for Maryborough Open bowling GLEN PORTEOUS

BOWLING: Rising International Ten Pin Bowling star Blake Walsh has claimed the Maryborough Open last weekend. Hailing from Ballina, New South Wales, the 18-yearold Walsh has won backto-back victories. The Open was a tough competition this year with 62 participants including 10 national training squad members.

and this year and it would be awesome to win it again,” Walsh said

“It’s good to come up and support the rural centers and the staff here have been amazing running the Open,”. Walsh has recently represented Australia for Bowling at the Asian Youth Championships to claim silver in the singles and Asian Junior Championships to win bronze in the doubles.

While Walsh was pleased with his efforts, he was not prepared to rest on his laurels and hungry for a hat-trick of wins.

He has also recently accepted a bowling scholarship at Mount Mercy University, Cedar Rapids, Iowa in United States of America.

“I won the Open last year

Owner Managers of

Maryborough Ten Pin, Robert and Yvette Green, were happy with the Open competition weekend. “It’s a Singles Competition with competitors ranging from Ballina to North Queensland and we host it once a year,” Robert said. “There were five locals from Maryborough in the Open and the best bowlers in the state are here.” This year is shaping up to be a busy year for the popular bowling alley with more competitions and celebrations ahead.

with 10 different associations from Rockhampton to the Gold Coast.

During June 7 – 10 is the Association Challenge

It will involve 140 bowlers, plus coaches,

managers and support staff. Also in September, there are plans for a 40th celebration of the bowling alley opening.

VICTORY TRIO: Luke Philipson (Toowoomba) second place, Blake Walsh (Ballina) first place and Brendan Meads (Caboolture) third place at the Maryborough Open. (Glen Porteous)

Maryborough Hockey Core Cup scores successful pre-season carnival Glen Porteous

HOCKEY: Maryborough hockey annual Core Cup carnival was the centre piece of social and serious game play. There was the usual fun social competition with a bit of a flair for the

colourful extravaganza and the more serious Division One.

Event Organiser Kathy Rogers said the popular pre-season carnival keeps growing with teams from Rockhampton to Brisbane and players attending from other centers.

“Thirty-eight teams contested the event with five different competition categories and the players have a good time. We might have to cap it at around 40 or 42 teams if it keeps growing,” Rogers said. “It’s not club orientated

and about the players having some fun.”

The winners of the Division One Men was Goats in a tough, hotly contested 2 – nil win over Young Guns in the final. It was a victorious Kitty Kats who had a 1 – nil

bragging rights win in the Division One Women’s final against Misfits. Social Women Blue was won by Team Unseen and Social Women Orange victory went to Victoria Bitter Bitches. Social Men final was

shared between Fossils and Bakesy Birds.

The fixture competition will be hitting off the weekend of March 9 and players are welcome to join and can get in contact with the Maryborough hockey clubs.

(From top left) WINNERS ARE GRINNERS: The Goats (Rockhampton Southern Suburbs) claimed a hard fought 2 – nil victory in the Division One final. DESERVED VICTORY: The Kitty Kats celebrated a tight 1 – nil victory in the Division One final. CAMO CUTIES: Team Unseen made quite a scene with their decorative camouflage outfits and win Social Comp Blue. HAVING FUN: The Tradie Ladies skillfully got their opponents measure during the Core Cup weekend. FUTURE STARS: The Gridiron Glamours scored touchdowns against their opponents during the Core Cup weekend. (Glen Porteous)

FISHING

The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

The weather gods are fickle a way.

THE TEAM from FREEDOM FISHING SUPPLIES LATELY we are all battling with the weather gods. Our advice is to have your tackle ready and boat packed and fueled ready to hit the water when the window opens. This can be hard with work and family commitments but where there’s a will there’s

After last week’s king tides and some rain thrown in, the waters of the Mary River were running faster than a rat up a drainpipe, but fortunately for us our favourite species don’t mind a bit of water turn. Popular spots were more around the banks, channels and structural points such as rock ledges and mangroves. Most found cast netting for fresh or live baits worked a treat on the threadfin and blue salmon, cod and barramundi.

Further downriver towards River Heads, trolling lures around the deep holes and ledges have been an option as well. Sticking to the rivers and creeks along the mainland such as Tuan, Maaroom and Poona creeks or the Mary, Susan and Burrum rivers has really been the pick of the spots for local boaties over the past couple of weeks, and they haven’t been disappointed, with a wide variety of fish being landed. Good size summer whiting, silver bream and flathead are being landed for those who are walking the sand flats at low tide

either collecting fresh bait like yabbies or flicking a soft plastic or hard bodied lure.

producing mixed bags of quality reef fish such as parrot, grassy sweetlip, mosses perch and cod.

And in the deeper water anglers have been getting mangrove jack, barramundi, grunter, black bream and threadfin salmon with live bait being the preferred method. We are still getting good reports of mud crabs so soaking a pot is a good idea.

Between the mainland and Fraser Island throughout the Great Sandy Strait, anglers have been chasing the pelagic fish using with a wide variety of techniques such as trolling, sight casting (which at times can be quite challenging because the schools have been flighty) floating pillies or popping/stick baiting.

Sneaking out early on a good day and heading across the Strait towards the island has also been paying off with our protected reefs and ledges

With some upcoming good weather being forecast, the bigger boats will be eager to set out on an overnighter to the far reefs with fish ripe for the

picking this time of year. You could land anything from a late season snapper to reds, cobia, cod, nannygai and depending on your location pearlies and red throat. With all the freshwater runoff, our freshwater species have been a popular target. Flicking soft plastic shads, frogs, cicadas and grubs for bass has been the go around Lenthalls Dam, Tinana creek and Tiaro. Barra are also being taking at Lenthalls on Gold Bombers and similar hard body lures.

THIS WEEK'S BRAG BOARD First up this week is Jason and Blake who had a great trip in the Strait getting into some nice cod. Adam is on fire, landing this 110cm rainbow runner. Next up is Alan modelling his mate Quintons awesome catch, this bluey weighed in at 10.4kg. Craig and Brenda had an awesome trip, Brenda landing a cod and Craig landing this magnificent black jew, it weighed in at 19.07kg and was caught in the Sandy Strait. Last up is Harry with an impressive summer whiting, it weighed 500g, welcome back mate.

TIDE TIMES - BOONOOROO

from willyweather.com.au

SOLUTIONS

Bowls Results DOON VILLA MEN Jackpot Pairs: Winners - S.Patch, A.Scholl d J.Chilton, B.Spilsbury 32-15. Runners up - G.Kemp, T.Buckley d N.Weinheimer, R.Dillon 24-9. L.Rampton, B.Stimpson d J.Fraser, K.Andersen 21-12. P.Newman, P.Whittaker, R.Whittaker d R.Andersen, W.Raguse,

C.White 24-16.I.Axelsen, J.Demarco d G.Gambie, K.Paxton 24-22. Championships : Open Singles - J.Devenish d W.Raguse 25-17. Mixed Pairs - K. Turnbull, B.Houston d S.Jensen, C.White 25-18. Jackpot Pairs two games 11 ends : Winners - K.Turnbull,

M.Madcadrelli 2w+ 11. Runners up - G,Gambie, K.Paxton 1L 1w 18. J.Chilton, B.Spilsbury 1L 1w 14. I.Axelsen, R.Whittaker 1L 1w 12. J.McCoombe, B.Stimpson 1L 1w 9. R.Andersen, S.Jensen 1 w 1L. S.Patch, A.Scholl 1 w 1L.G.Kemp, T.Buckley 1 w 1L.J.Fraser, K.Pieper 2L. W.Raguse, C.White 2L. - C White, scribe

The Maryborough Sun, Thursday 22nd February 2024

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