The Mount Morgan Argus, Volume 17 Issue 5

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FESTIVAL FERVOUR FLOURISHES

primary leaders lead the way

Central State School Captains John Lambert-Smith (left) and Beccy Ireland (right) receive their Captain’s Badges from their fathers Phil Lambert-Smith (left) and Wayne Ireland (right).

Central State School Vice Captains Jaiden Coombes (left) and Ella Rogue-Anderson (right) receive their Vice Captain’s Badges from their parents Mark Coombes (left) and Donna Anderson (right).

Mount Morgan Central State School held its Leadership Induction on Thursday, 17 March. Parents had the honour of presenting their children with their captains and vice-captains badges.

Railway Hotel Manger, Mr Paul Gleeson was asked to present the House Captains badges to Bella Cox and Taylen Richter (Green House), Sophie Johns and Kayden Stevens (Blue House) and Ava Marshall and Cody Pearce (Gold House) - pictured left.

Officer in Charge, Dennis McKay thanked Mr Gleeson for allowing the school to hold its raffles at the Railway Hotel. These raffles help subsidise the school’s sports buses. He also thanked the parents for imparting good leadership qualities into their children.

MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS DISCLAIMER The Mount Morgan Argus is published by Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc, 1 Railway Parade, Mount Morgan. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of the publishers. MMPAD reserves the discretionary right to alter, omit, reclassify or postpone publication of articles, photographs or advertisements in the Mount Morgan Argus. MMPAD takes all possible care with the publication of news, names and other information sourced by MMPAD representatives. It does not, however, take responsibility for erroneous information or spelling supplied by external sources. Please take care and ensure that information is correct and names are spelt correctly before submitting any items to this publication. MMPAD Executive

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FESTIVAL FERVOUR FLOURISHES

After two-years in mothballs, the upcoming Golden Mount Festival has caused a wave of excitement throughout the Mount Morgan community.

QCWA NEWS

Since the Annual General Meeting on 23 January, the committee has been busy preparing for Saturday’s program of events.

These events include the Gold Dig with two age groups for 5-11 years and 12 - 17 years; games for the same age groups, the Festival Procession and Running the Cutter.

There will be Markets in Morgan Street from 8.30 am on Saturday, 30 April 2022.

During the last two months, the association has received some fantastic sponsorship for the event.

One of the first sponsors to come on board was Mount Morgan Outdoors with a donation of a metal detector and gold panning kit which forms part of a raffle for which tickets are now on sale. Keep your eyes out for ticket sellers at IGA and Mane Street Hair Studio.

Above: New Mount Morgan QCWA members Sandy Spanner and Nancy Liddle.

Sponsors include DTF Print, Australia, Heritage Minerals, Stanwell Power Station, Ochre Australia, Member for Mirani, Mr Stephen Andrew, Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc, Country Club for Accommondation, Rainbow Cafe, Mount Morgan, Railway Hotel, Leichhardt Hotel, Grand Hotel, Sunbrix, Wattle-bee Next, IGA - Mount Morgan, Smalls Trading Co and Colin Boyce - LNP Candidate for Flynn.

The Association is also awaiting the results of a funding application from the Rockhampton Regional Council.

The Mount Morgan State High School will hold the Big Dam Breakfast (normally hosted by the Festival Association) on Sunday, 1 May 2022 between 8 am and 11 am

Above: Donna Anderson and Ailsa Rowley at the International Women’s Day celebration.

The Mount Morgan Rodeo Association Inc will hold the rodeo on Sunday, 1 May with gates opening at 11 am.

The theme for this year’s festival is “Gold Rush”, which pays homage to Mount Morgan’s golden past which started 140 years ago.

This year the Festival also celebrates its 43rd years, making it the second longest running Festival in Central Queensland. It has been 45 years since the Running the Cutter Statue was officially unveiled in 1982 by the then Governor General of Australia, Sir Zelman Cowan. During the unveiling of the statue, Sir Zelman referred to Mount Morgan as Mount Isa, which resulted in the crowd saying in a loud voice, “Mount Morgan!”

All forms are available on the Festival’s website, goldenmountfestival.org.au. Please read all forms carefully as entry times for teams apply.

The official Golden Mount Festival program will be out in the near future.

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The Mount Morgan QCWA Branch has had a busy month with inducting two new members, hosting the International Women’s Day Celebrations and being presented with some Mount Morgan Myrtle trees from the Rockhampton Regional Council. The QCWA has cancelled the Colourful Debutante Ball due to conditions and requirements around Covid in connection with the hire of the School of Arts.

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ROCKHAMPTON REGIONAL COUNCIL PUBLIC NOTICE OF CONSULTATION PERIOD FOR THE PROPOSED MAJOR AMENDMENT TO THE ROCKHAMPTON REGION PLANNING SCHEME PLANNING ACT 2016 THE ROCKHAMPTON REGIONAL COUNCIL RESOLVED ON 22 MARCH 2022 TO COMMENCE THE CONSULTATION PERIOD FOR THE PROPOSED MAJOR AMENDMENT TO THE ROCKHAMPTON REGION PLANNING SCHEME (MAJOR AMENDMENT – VERSION 4).

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OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE PROPOSED MAJOR AMENDMENT IS TO: Update to the North Rockhampton Local Catchments Flood overlay mapping; Update to the Gracemere Local Catchments Flood overlay mapping; New mapping for South Rockhampton Local Flood Catchments; New mapping for Mount Morgan Local Flood Catchments; Updated Fitzroy River Flood Overlay mapping; and Planning Scheme content to be updated where referencing the updated new mapping.

The formal public consultation period for the proposed Major Amendment commenced on Monday 4 April 2022 to close of business Friday 3 June 2022.

The proposed Major Amendment can be viewed online via Council’s Engagement website https:// engage.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au and is available for inspection or purchase at Council’s Customer Service Centres, located at: • Gracemere Office, 1 Ranger Street; • Mount Morgan Office, 32 Hall Street; or • Rockhampton Office, 232 Bolsover Street.

During the consultation period, a ‘properly made’ submission can be made to Rockhampton Regional Council by any person, about any aspect of the proposed major amendment to the planning scheme.

A properly made submission can be written, or electronic, must state the name and residential or business address of each person making the submission, state the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of those grounds. Submissions must be received

by Rockhampton Regional Council during the public consultation period. All written submissions must also be signed by each person making the submission.

Lodge a properly made submission: • Online via Council’s Engagement website https://engage.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au • By email strategicplanning@rrc.qld.gov.au • In person at Council’s Customer Service Centres • By mail, addressed to: Planning Scheme Submission PO Box 1860 ROCKHAMPTON QLD 4701 For more information contact Council’s Strategic Planning team on 07 4932 9000 or visit Council’s Engagement website https://engage.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au Evan Pardon Chief Executive Officer

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MOUNT MORGAN MULTI PURPOSE HEALTH SERVICE NEWS WORLD’S GREATEST SHAVE 2022 *Please note this article contains the name and image of a deceased person* On Friday, 11 March two members of the Admin Team, Sandii and Jayne, from Mount Morgan Multi Purpose Health Service, participated in the World’s Greatest Shave 2022 and had their heads shaved.

They were ably supported by the third member of their team, Amanda, who served as their Campaign Manager. On “Shave Day” the Team celebrated with an afternoon tea for MMMPHS staff.

The ladies began their fundraising adventure with a Trash and Treasure Stall at the Wattle Day Markets in Mount Morgan late last year. This was followed by sales of snack food to the staff (and some inpatients) of MMMPHS, a Hundreds Board, another Trash and Treasure Stall (this time at the Baree Markets), a Guess the Lollies in the Jar competition, a raffle, online donations and lastly donations on the day. A big thankyou to everyone who donated to our trash and treasure.

Above: Sandii and Jayne getting ready for their appointment wit hthe scissors and razors!

The Team would like to sincerely thank all the online donors, with special mention of the Bartley family, who were incredibly generous.

Donations came from friends, family, colleagues and strangers, and were all greatly appreciated. One donor was from England!

A big thank you to those who gave personally – too many to mention individually, just know that these donations were greatly appreciated. Thanks also to Tracey, who supplied some of our snacks for on selling.

Above: Jayne and Sandii post shave.

Thank you to the team, Julie, Kylie and Nicholas, at Mount Morgan Medical Centre who allowed us to display our raffle there and who sold most of the tickets.

Thank you to Heather Barker and Wicked Sistas, who donated prizes for us to use as lucky door prizes. Sincere thanks to Kodie and Krissie from Mane Street Studio, for volunteering their time and expertise to complete the shaves.

The final tally is approx. $4500.00.

Sandii, Jayne and Amanda would like to thank the MMMPHS staff who were all very supportive of their fundraising endeavours and thank them for their willingness to embrace and participate in this event.

The Team would like to wish all who are dealing with blood cancer type illness, the very best and hope that these funds, in some way, can assist with your treatment and recovery. **In loving memory of Marcia Bartley** Page 6

Above: Sandii, Jayne and Marcia Bartley.

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Golfing News

As part of the Golden Mount Festival celebrations, the Mount Morgan Golf Club will be hosting an 18 hole, two person Ambrose Competition on Monday, 2 May 2022.

Shotgun Start Tee off will be around 8am with registrations required by 7.30am. Nominations will also be taken prior to the event.

Shotgun start means every group tees off at the same time off a different tee so everyone finishes around the same time. Competitors arrange their own partner for the event.

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With the arrival of Senior Constable Christin Donaldson (pictured), Mount Morgan now has new feet on the “police beat”.

Sen. Cons Donaldson arrived in Mount Morgan just over a fortnight ago on transfer from Mount Isa. Having spent 19 years in the Police Force, Christin’s other beats have included Stuart (Townsville), Charters Towers, Palm Island, Isisford and Maryborough.

Christin and his wife and two primary schoolaged children have brought a house on the outskirts of Mount Morgan.

Christin is a follower of Rugby Union having played in New South Wales, overseas and for the Capella Cattle Dogs.

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PIPELINE PROGRESS FOR MOUNT MORGAN

A permanent water solution for Mount Morgan is another step closer following a thorough review of possible options undertaken by AECOM. Rockhampton Region Mayor Tony Williams said the Preliminary Evaluation was endorsed by Councillors on 8 March, with a potable water pipeline being the recommended option.

“Now that the Preliminary Evaluation has been endorsed, the next step will be to finalise the Business Case and then from there we will move onto the detailed design which will give us a more detailed picture of what the project cost will be and how it will be delivered,” Mayor Williams said.

“Unfortunately it isn’t a simple, or cheap, process to build a pipeline - Council is not in an economic position to pay for a pipeline without funding assistance from other levels of government, it just isn’t a possibility.

“With any major projects such as this, in order to gain funding support there is a process and number of steps we need to take first – and these include carrying out a Preliminary Evaluation, Business Case, and then Detailed Design. These steps are in line with the Queensland Treasury’s Project Assessment Framework – which is the key to justifying the project and seeking funding support.

“Even though it may be frustrating for the Mount Morgan community to see Council finalising other big projects which have been years in the making, we want to assure you that we are very much prioritising the long term water supply of Mount Morgan.

“A number of people have asked why we aren’t doing a pipeline directly into the No. 7 Dam, and I want to explain why we aren’t going with this option.

“To have a pipeline into the dam we would be pumping raw water, instead of drinking water, which would incur an additional cost by pumping from Gracemere to the dam, and then to the reservoir to be treated, before going out to people’s houses.

“The only way this option would be economically viable is if we only pumped enough raw water to meet the drinking water needs of the community, which would mean dam access and drinking water may still be restricted at times, which is not what we want the community to have to face in the future.”

Water and Environmental Sustainability Councillor Donna Kirkland said the options that were reviewed as part of the Preliminary Evaluation were very extensive, and the decision on how to proceed has undergone scrutiny.

“As part of the report that went to Council, AECOM generated a long list of possible solutions to Mount Page 10

Morgan’s water supply issues,” Cr Kirkland said.

“Each of these 19 options, which can be found on Council’s website, went through an initial threshold criteria assessment which determined whether each option would progress through for further, more detailed technical analysis.

“The options in the table that are not highlighted are the options that did not pass the initial threshold assessment and therefore did not proceed through for further testing. We have also included a column for each option to explain why they did not pass the testing.

“Five options made it through for shortlisting which included a Multi Criteria Assessment and detailed economic analysis.

“Of those options, the one that was assessed as the most viable and reliable long term solution was put forward as the option to progress with – being a potable water pipeline.

“This option will ensure the community has access to a secure water supply for drinking, and the dam will be able to remain at higher levels and be used for recreational purposes since no water is being drawn from it for water supply purposes.”

Divisional Councillor Cherie Rutherford said that she understands some people may be disappointed that a hydropower pipeline was not shortlisted as a possible option.

“We know from our community consultation and talking to residents that there were a number of people who wanted a hydropower option, however, the detailed review has shown that this option would be significantly higher in cost than a potable water pipeline,” Cr Rutherford said.

“AECOM’s report noted that there would be a substantial cost involved in a hydropower pipeline and that it was at this present time an unviable option.

“We know how difficult this journey has been for the people of Mount Morgan and we truly appreciate your patience and cooperation while we take the time to get this right. We know this is an important project which is why we are doing everything in our power to ensure a pipeline gets built for the people of Mount Morgan,” she said.

The detailed list of 19 options as well as the full Preliminary Evaluation can be found on Council’s website https://www.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au/ CouncilServices/Works-and-Projects/Works-in-myarea/Mount-Morgan-Water-Supply-Security

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Continue to truck potable water from Gracemere network in periods of inoperable water levels within No. 7 Dam.

Increased amount of trucking to increase volumes being delivered. This option would see water delivered directly to the town reservoir similar to current practice once the No. 7 Dam hits the Level 3 restriction trigger level of 30%.

Construction of a raw water pipeline fed from the Lower Fitzroy River Water Supply Scheme. This involves connection to the Stanwell Water Supply Dam, with supplementary supplies provided to Mt Morgan. This option is a supplementary supply option, where the existing supply source (No. 7 Dam) is retained within the supply scheme, and new sources provide a supplementary supply of a restricted demand to the Mt Morgan scheme during times where the dam is low, and greater than level 3 restrictions are imposed. Water balance modelling has demonstrated that supplementing the dam to sustain dam levels would require volumes two to three times the demand requirements due to dam evaporation.

Construction of a raw water pipeline fed from the Lower Fitzroy River Water Supply Scheme. Involves connection directly to the Sunwater pipeline that supplies the Stanwell Water Supply Dam. Similar to the above raw water pipeline at Stanwell, this option provides supplementary supply of restricted demand to the Mt Morgan scheme during times where the dam is low, and greater than level 3 restrictions are imposed.

Do nothing

Increased Water Carting

Raw water pipeline (connection to Sunwater system)

Raw water pipeline (connection to Stanwell Dam)

Construction of a potable water pipeline connecting the Gracemere and Mt Morgan water supply networks. This option may facilitate further environmental releases from No. 7 Dam into the Dee River.

DESCRIPTION

Potable water pipeline (connection at Gracemere) – recommended option for progression

OPTION

This option was ranked 3rd overall in the options assessment and is some 28% more expensive than the recommended option (potable water pipeline) from a whole of life cost perspective, and therefore not preferred.

This option was ranked 4th overall in the options assessment and is some 30% more expensive than the recommended option (potable water pipeline) from a whole of life cost perspective, and therefore not preferred.

This option is a replacement supply, which is, providing volume necessary to supply the full demand for Mt Morgan under ongoing operation. This option enables No. 7 Dam levels to be sustained at higher levels since it is not being used for water supply purposes. The economic evaluation of this option has demonstrated that it is the most suitable solution and is most suitable to achieve a secure supply for Mt Morgan.

This is not a sustainable long term solution. No. 7 Dam does not provide the desired reliability of supply to the community. Council have already spent $4.5 million trucking water to Mt Morgan and this is both economically irresponsible as well as unfair to the people of Mt Morgan.

This option ranked 2nd in score and costs but was shown to have negative benefits as it generates more costs as a result of its operation in comparison to other options.

JUSTIFICATION FOR/AGAINST

Mount Morgan in Pictures

By Catherine McIntosh, descendant of the colonial Stubbs family of Mount Morgan

Stewarts of Morgan Street

‘Always buy the best and you will always buy from us’ – Stewarts’ early slogan. ‘… we are offering all our season's importations at "Sale" prices. All lines in House-hold Linen, Flannelettes, Flannels, Shirtings … Capes, Dressing Gowns … Wool goods – Shawls, Fascinators, Boottees, Hoods, Hats, Fancy goods, new buttons, and trimmings … James Stewart and Co.’ (‘Advertising’, Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878-1954), 22 July 1897).

The drapery and manufacturing firm, James Stewart & Co. Ltd, Rockhampton (commonly known as ‘Stewarts’), operated a branch on the corner of Morgan and East Streets, Mount Morgan (pictured).

A group of seventeen employees (nine males and eight females) are in black and white work garb at the Morgan Street shopfront. The building signage suggests they were drapers, clothiers, tailors, bootmakers and house furnishers.

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The designation, ‘Ltd’, on the signage also reveals the approximate date of the photograph. James Stewart & Co., Rockhampton, turned into a limited liability company in early 1916. The photograph was therefore taken sometime between 1916 and the branch’s closure in late 1926. The State Library of Queensland estimates a date of 1917. c. 1917 / Morgan and East Streets, Mount Morgan / James Stewart & Co. Ltd / Main shopfront signage on Morgan Street reads: ‘Criterion House James Stewart & Co. Ltd. Drapers, Clothiers, Tailors.’ / Shopfront signage on the smaller building on Morgan Street (partially visible, left) should read: ‘James Stewart & Co. Ltd. Boots and Shoes.’ / Signage on East Street (partially visible) should read: ‘James Stewart & Co. Ltd., Drapers, House Furnishers.’ / A group of employees at the Morgan Street shopfront.

From the State Library of Queensland.

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Mount Morgan In Pictures...From Page 12 Inset image: c. 1900 / Entrepreneur and businessman, James Stewart (1837-1923), of James Stewart & Co., Rockhampton / A distinguished-looking, bespectacled gentleman with top hat to boot.

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James Stewart and Mount Morgan ‘… One man who had faith in the Mt. Morgan mine and who certainly spent some money he received therefrom was the late Mr. James Stewart of Messrs.

James Stewart and Co. Ltd. In the palmy days of the Mount he built a palatial business establishment, at the corner of East and Morgan streets and for many years carried on an extensive business …’ (‘Sales

by Auction’, Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878-1954), 12 November 1927).

Prominent Rockhampton businessman, Scottishborn James Stewart (1837-1923) (inset image), held the prestigious role of chairman of the Mount Morgan Gold Mining Company Limited from 1889 to 1894.

His fellow directors included founders of the Mount Morgan mine: William Knox D’Arcy, Thomas Skarratt Hall, William Pattison and Walter Hall.

In 1895, James Stewart & Co. built their-impressive Mount Morgan branch on the corner of Morgan and East Streets. The emporium operated for over thirty years, offering quality goods and services to the thriving mining town. Stewarts sold their Mount Morgan business in the late 1920s to focus on their Rockhampton store.

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The historic building now houses the Mount Morgan Historical Museum (pictured below in 2022). The photographer tried to replicate the original image by using the corner post as a guide.

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Stewarts Department Store continues to operate in Rockhampton.

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This author has made best efforts to provide accurate information for this publication of ‘Mount Morgan in Pictures’.

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THE ORANGE DOT

By Larry at Fox Video

Movie Review WEST SIDE STORY Tiny little feller sitting in a huge, darkened cinema on the old-style (but the best) canvas chairs, eyes as wide as saucers, transfixed by the scene on the big screen in front. Two young guys facing off, their left hands chained to each other, long blades glinting in the light filled their right hands as they circled each other, looking for an opening. This couldn’t possibly end well. Someone was going to get seriously hurt here for sure.

It seemed much more real and gritty than a couple of cowboys taking potshots at each other in a Saturday night special feature...

This movie made a huge impression on that little feller way back then, but not just him - the whole world was taken by storm.

It won ten Academy Awards including Best Picture, it was the highest grossing film of its genre in history and was touted and regarded as one of the greatest films of it’s genre of all time. And now, all of these years later, one of the greatest movie directors ever, Steven Spielberg has remade this story of warring gangs in New York and some critics say it’s even better than the original. I don’t know, I’ll have to watch the original again as an adult and then consult with that tiny little feller from that ancient cinema, who still lives -

inside me. The Spielberg version has also been nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

The New York gang known as The Jets are made up of tough street kids of families from all over Europe. Irish, Polish, Italian...

Each of these groups had to fight ferociously for their place, their acceptance, their new home in America with every new wave of migration. Now though, this latest flood of migrants taking over their shops and streets are not only from a different part of the world, they look different. They have different customs, different foods, flavours and aromas... They’re just too different. These kids are The Puerto Ricans and they call themselves The Sharks. The local cops spend most of their time trying to keep these kids from killing each other, but they’re at war, a turf war for control of San Juan Hill on Manhattan’s West Side. The police try to reason with them. The conflict is pointless really because the whole neighbourhood will soon be demolished to make way for the shiny, new Lincoln Centre.

The gangs are too proud to care and a full-on battle, a “rumble”, a fight with large numbers on both sides is planned. There’ll be blood on the streets of Manhattan.

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Then, if things weren’t bad enough already, Tony, a founding member of The Jets, meets and falls for the most beautiful girl he has ever seen, Maria. Problem is, she is the much-loved, fiercely protected little sister of Bernado, leader of The Sharks. This powderkeg is gonna blow...

Ansel Elgort, who plays Tony is a truly stellar all-round talent.

Another amazing appearance playing storekeeper, carer, adviser and mentor Valentina, is Rita Moreno who also played Bernado’s girlfriend in the original, AND won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor back then.

All of the cast were excellent.

WEST SIDE STORY is rated M for “violence and coarse language”, and it runs for 156 minutes.

Okay it’s a musical and some will say ‘I don’t like musicals’, but just try and set that aside. Relax and watch it anyway. You’ll be glad you did. Music is by Leonard Bernstein with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.

WEST SIDE STORY...Loved it!

members. Details to follow. Our April Meeting is on Tuesday, 19 April 2022 at 2 pm and will be held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. Come along and put your ideas forward.

It starts at 10 am and is held in St Mary’s Hall, Gordon Street, Mount Morgan. (Behind the Anglican Church).

Our Dee River Oldies members would like to pass on their condolences to the Leigh, Dobson, Watson, and Crane families in the sad passing of their Mum.

It has been a rugged start to the year, but with Autumn here and our days getting cooler we are looking forward to meeting up again. Plans are in place for our next bus trip which is always a good day out for

Submitted be the Steering Committee - Carol Glover 4938 1995 and Colleen Constable 0427 161 131.

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Life is a journey, and we are looking forward to better days ahead. Stay happy and healthy.

MOUNT MORGAN ARGUS

30 March to 13 April 2022

MOUNT MORGAN

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POLICE NEWS

Greetings to the Mount Morgan Community. We trust everyone had a relaxing summer and are looking forward to the cooler weather. I want to touch on a few recurring issues around town.

I feel like I mention this every Argus, but drink driving is still prevalent within our community. I would urge everyone to plan your day ahead and if you intend to drive, do not consume alcohol. You have 0 chance of being caught and charged if you have 0 drinks. There is a local taxi, and most shops are within walking distance.

On the topic of traffic, please ensure your children are being responsible on scooters and be mindful of how late they are walking the streets. We have had a number of incidents (usually involving property damage) where large groups of juveniles are involved.

Remember this is our community and whether this is a nice place to live is entirely up us. Treat others with respect at all times. If not for yourself do it for the children growing and living in our community who watch you and will grow up directly influenced by your behaviour and decisions.

If the front door to the police station is shut, please use the blue phone and you will be connected directly to Policelink. You can leave a message for a specific officer or just request a call back. Remember if a crime is occurring now or anyone is in danger, call 000. For everything else call Policelink – 131 444 Sergeant Matt Harling Officer in Charge - Mount Morgan Police Station

I care; whether it’s child care, medicare, or aged care.

I’m asking for your support so I can deliver better health outcomes for Mount Morgan.

Authorised by Julie-Ann Campbell, Australian Labor Party (Queensland Branch), 16 Peel Street, South Brisbane QLD.

is most grateful for this contribution from the Men’s Shed members.

A new Visitor Information sign is currently being made for installation at the intersection of Morgan and East Streets.

This sign replaces an old deteriorating sign that mysteriously disappeared several months ago. The Rotary Club is most grateful for the excellent work of Eve-lyn Rogers in creating the artwork for the new sign.

The Rotary Club of Mount Morgan is currently working on a program to upgrade signage and appearance of original Rotary Club projects in Mount Morgan. Over the years the club has provided “Welcome to Mount Morgan” signs, a visitor information sign in Morgan Street, directional information and seating at Frank Golding Lookout, and other seating in the town.

The Rotary Club has been serving the Mount Morgan community for almost 66 years and recently provided a flagpole to the Mount State High School which is waiting erection by the State Works Dept.

The Club has limited funding and is pursuing various ways of completing this project. Club members recently met with Councillor Cherie Rutherford and a Council officer to discuss the plans and seek Council approval and support. The members were very encouraged from this meeting and are now waiting on responses to some of the initiatives discussed.

This project is consistent with Rotary’s diversity and inclusion policies and was in response to a request from the school, strongly supported by students.

The signage at the Frank Golding lookout has been renewed by the local Men’s Shed members with the Rotary Club supplying the materials. The Rotary Club 30 March to 13 April 2022

This flagpole will enable the flying of the three official Australian flags which includes the Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islands flags.

Anyone interested in getting involved community service can contact the Rotary Club on 0427 761 707 for further information.

Craig Edmonston For Rotary Club of Mount Morgan.

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SAVE THE DATE!

APR 2: Mount Morgan Arts and Crafts Groups next Cent Sale at Baree School of Arts. Door opens at 12.00 with cent sale starting at 2.00 pm. Easter theme APR 2: Saturday - Mount Morgan Golf Club - CQ 4-Ball 18 hole Qualifying round.

APR 3: Sunday - Men’s & Ladies CQ Sand Green Championships.

APR 3: Dance. Soldiers’ Rooms. Adults $8, children $3. Raffle and Lucky Door. Light Refreshments.

Bar Open.

APR 25: ANZAC Day Dawn Service -4.20 am ANZAC Park.

APR 25: ANZAC Day March assembly School of Arts 10.30 am.

APR 25: ANZAC Day 11 am Service. ANZAC Day APR 30: Golden Mount Festival - Gold Rush.

Morgan Street.

MAY 1: Big Dam Breakfast. No 7 Dam 8 - 11 am. $15 Big Breakfast, $5.00 children’s meal. Organised

by Mount Morgan State High School P & C. MAY 1: Mount Morgan Rodeo - Mount Morgan Showgrounds. Gates open 11 am.

MOUNT MORGAN QCWA BRANCH Meets every third Monday at the Green Shed 9.30 am meet for 10 am start.

Blue Care Trash & Treasure, 21 Gordon Street.

Every Friday from 8.30 am to 12 noon.

Every first Saturday of the month from 8 am to 12 noon Bags of clothing $5. Marion’s plants for sale.

ROTARY CLUB OF MOUNT MORGAN

DINNER MEETING - THURSDAY - GRAND HOTEL 6.00 for 6.30. Interested people are encouraged to attend or send an Expression of Interest to PO Box 2, Mount Morgan

LOCAL BUSINESS - USE IT OR LOSE IT KEEP YOUR LOCAL VIDEO STORE! UNLIMITED MOVIES

Ask us How

Open 10:00am - 8:00pm Tuesday - Sunday

LATEST RELEASES

$5* 3 or More

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Semi retired. W. Cruickshank Phone 0488 104 774 or 0488 105 257.

LIGHT ON THE HILL CHURCH EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT Green Shed from 7 pm. Phone 0412 502 937 FOR SALE: Firewood. Pick up or delivery. Phone 0406 418 737.

FOR RENT: Furnished bedroom with kitchenette, onsite parking, utilities included $170 pw. Phone 0413 112 190.

MOUNT MORGAN EXPLORE CENTRE AND RAILWAY MUSEUM CLOSURE Mount Morgan Promotion and Development Inc advises that the Mount Morgan Explore Centre and Railway Museum will be closed on Friday, 15 April (Good Friday) and Monday, 18 April (Easter Monday) Saturday and Sunday, 16-17 April 2022

OPEN AS NORMAL 9 AM - 4 PM

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