August 2020 Rollingstone Rag

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AUGUST 2020 COVER: Courtesy of Bernice Ivett for her beautiful Garlic Vine.

THE ROLLINGSTONE RAG: Is a free publication produced by the Rollingstone & District Community Association Incorporated with news and information for residents and visitors to Rollingstone, Balgal Beach, Mystic Sands, Crystal Creek, Paluma, Mutarnee, Bluewater, Toomulla and surrounding suburbs in North Queensland, Australia.

EDITOR, August Edition: Kerrie Cochrane EMAIL: rollingstonerag@bigpond.com TEL: 47707 799 ONLINE: https://issuu.com/rollingstonerag/ docs For permission to reprint any part of this publication, contact the editor. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Rollingstone & District Community Association Incorporated.

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Association Inc (RaDCA Inc) (the Publisher).

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ROLLY RAG DISCLAIMER

Rollingstone/ Balgal Beach Rainfall Report @ 24 July 2020 Rainfall for July 13.2mm Year to Date 1217.1mm Wet Days 5 Maximum Temp

26°

4 July

Minimum Temp 7.6° 15 July Local Weather Station Information at: www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/dashboard?

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Please make payment at the RTC during The Rag is a great place to advertise and is business hours or after hours in the mailbox very cost effective. You can provide your located at the end of veranda at the Hall ready-made file or we can design an Ad for you for a small fee! For more information or (near the kitchen window). Please make sure your name and details are on the envelope. to discuss your Ad, please call 4770 7855 between 8am and 4pm Monday to Friday or email: rollingstonerag@bigpond.com or *extra costs for supplying the photocopying, if required rollingstonertc@bigpond.com.

Fu l l Page

Half Page

Quarter Page

Business

Classifieds

Card

(18 x 26cm)

(18 x 13cm)

(9 x 13cm)

(9 x 6.5cm)

(up to 20 words)

$120

$80

$50

incl GST

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$25 incl GST

$10 incl GST

Flyers / Inserts*

$120 incl GST

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EQUIPMENT HIRE RATES

The Community Association has the following items available for hire. All prices include GST.

RURAL TRANSACTION CENTRE Internet Access ............................ $2/hour (or part of) FREE for Students doing school projects and FREE for Job Seekers.

Printing & Photocopying (Black & White) A4 Single Sided ....................................... .10¢ / page A4 Double Sided ..................................... .20¢ / page A4 50 or more off 1 original .................... .05¢ / page A3 Single Sided ....................................... .20¢ / page A3 Double Sided ..................................... .40¢ / page A3 50 or more off 1 original .................... .10¢ / page Colour Photocopying A3 or A4 ............... .50¢ / page Printing from Computer Black & White ......................................... .20¢ / page Colour ............................................ $1 / page Scanning & Printing (B&W). ............................... .50¢ / page Fax

First page ...................................$1.10 incl. GST) Consecutive pages ........................... $0.55incl. GST)

Laminating

Business Card ............................. .50¢ A4 ............................ $1.10 (incl. GST) A3 ............................ $2.20 (incl. GST)

Room Hire

1/2 Day .........................$20 incl. GST) Evening ....................... $20 (incl. GST)

Important document scanning

Tables ................................................. $5.50 each Chairs................................................... $0.55 each Eskies ................................................. $11.00 each Cold Room* per day or part thereof ......... $55.00 Chip Cooker* per day or part thereof ....... $15.00 Cold room, Bain Marie and Chip Cooker are fixtures

Cots and high chairs, wheelchairs, over-toilet seats and walkers available for loan at no charge.

HALL HIRE Price on application All large functions.................................... $330.00 (includes the use of all hall facilities with the exception of cold room and chip cooker)

Note: Pick up of hire tables and chairs is between 8am and 2pm Monday to Friday only unless by prior arrangement with staff.

For more information regarding the Hall and Equipment Hire please call the Centre Manager on 4770 7855

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CENTRELINK ACCESS POINT AT THE COMMUNITY CENTRE Centrelink provides phone, fax, copier and computer access for individuals wanting to access Centrelink services. To make a claim or an enquiry please make use of the equipment and services available through the Access Point.

Limited Medicare services also available.

PARCEL COLLECTION SERVICE If anyone in the community would like a parcel picked up in Townsville and delivered to your door, call Chris at the Community Centre on 47707 855 to arrange Collections are available weekly on Thursdays only.

COST is only

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ROLLINGSTONE & DISTRICT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

To find out what’s happening in the Community don’t forget to like and follow us on Facebook where you’ll find all the up to date information.

THE BOOK STATION At the Community Centre

Monday to Friday

9-3pm

Board Games Played on the third Tuesday of each month between 2-4pm at the Hall.

Scrabble, Mahjong, Yahtzee and MORE!!!

Bring along your favourite game if you want or play with any of our games!

$2 for an afternoon of fun with like minded people.

VISITING VET PROTOCOL

INDOOR CARPET BOWLS At The Community Centre Wednesday Morning and Night 9-11.30am only $2.50 & 7-9pm only $2.00 The Community Association requests that when attending the vet clinic at the Community Centre, that you please take a seat and wait your turn regardless of the nature of your visit.

It has come to our attention that on several occasions certain people have queue jumped as they say they are only wanting scripts filled for tablets. Please be advised that many of those patiently waiting are also only wanting scripts filled.

PLEASE TAKE YOUR PLACE IN THE QUEUE

This is a FUN activity and is guaranteed to be a winner!!

All skill levels & all age groups.

Just turn up and see how much fun you will have!

Further info contact Chris on 47707855

Come and join us for a great time!

Fun fact: Kangaroos and Emus cannot walk backwards. One of the reasons that they are on the Coat of Arms.

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Don’t forget to send us your contributions for this page. Any news or items of interest are most welcome.

Email your ideas, put them in the drop box at the back of the hall or leave them with Chris or Mark at the RTC.

Rollingstone Rural Fire Brigade Those of you who back onto scrub land, please clean up your boundary fences, making a clear path of all debris behind your property in case a fire comes through. This will help fire fighters and appliances get access to your property and it may also stop fire coming on to your property.

There are currently no fire bans in place, however if you are wanting to burn off any garden waste, anything bigger than 1m x 2m square does require a permit.

BALGAL BEACH MARKET SATURDAY 1st AUGUST 2020 8am – 1pm The Esplanade, Balgal Beach

Any knitters or crocheters out there wanting a project? The Ambulance Service in Rainbow Beach and Tin Can Bay would like to be able to get a quantity of Trauma Teddies to distribute to children when things go wrong for them. If it is not too much trouble they would like to have some in Qld football team colours. If you can help please contact Chris or Mark at the RTC as they will contact the person making this request.

A resident is looking for a walking machine. The lady is willing to purchase.

Please call the Chris or Mark at RTC. 47 707 855

SAVE THE DATES!!!

TRANSFER STATION Domestic Waste and Recyclables Only NO Bulky Items No Furniture or Rubber Tyres GREEN WASTE/ WHITEGOODS/ METALS/ ELECTRONIC WASTE AND FLORESCENT TUBES ARE FREE

TOOMULLA

BLUEWATER

Saturday Only 7.30am - 4.30pm

Saturday & Sunday 7.30am - 4.30pm

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KID’S ART EXHIBITION:…….SATURDAY 15 AUGUST SENIORS PLANT DISPLAY:…SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBERCAR BOOT SALE:…… .SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER RACE ART EXHIBITION:. .SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER RaDCA AGM………………… .THURSDAY 17 SEPTEMBER ALL TO BE CONFIRMED CLOSER TO THE DATES

The Community Assoc. would like to extend our appreciation to Brett and Bec Logan (NQ Concreting and Bobcat Hire) and Mates for their generous donation off setting cost of the construction of the Railway Display

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IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, IT IS VITAL THAT YOU TUNE INTO YOUR LOCAL RADIO STATION

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS Service

Number

All Emergency Calls (including Police, Fire, Ambulance and for reporting fallen powerlines)

000

Townsville Local Disaster Management Group Local Disaster Coordination Centre (only activated during declared emergencies)

1800 738 541

Townsville State Emergency Service (SES) Tarping/Branches down

13 25 00

Queensland Police Service - Police Link (Non life-threatening calls)

13 14 44

Queensland Ambulance Service (Non lifethreatening calls)

13 12 33

Townsville City Council (includes Emergency After Hours, Flood information, Dengue outbreaks, Sun safety information)

13 48 10

Ergon Energy—Loss of Supply and Emergencies

13 16 70

Origin Energy—Natural Gas and LPG Gas Emergencies - leaks only North Regional Gas—LPG Gas Emergencies

1800 808 526 (07) 4774 5111

Telstra

13 22 03

Optus

13 13 44

Townsville Hospital and Health Service

(07) 4433 1111

Department of Transport and Main Roads (Road Closures)

13 19 40

Translating and Interpreting Service

13 14 50

BE FIRE AWARE and BE PREPARED Help Keep our Community Safe

Stay up to date with current fire restrictions: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au Rural Fire Brigade Rollingstone/ Hencamp: Raymond Pace: 4770 7285 / 0427 116 604

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Fire Warden: John Pace: 4770 7348

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Social Distancing

Please be advised that all groups and events at the R&D Community Centre are held under strict COVID-19 & Social Distancing Rules

18 August

Board Games – Scrabble is only 1 game played – come and learn new board games or bring your favourite

TBA

7:30am Catholic Mass at Com/Centre

5 & 19 August

11.30am Mobile Library (two bin day)

8 August

12.30pm Bingo at hall

Check Diary for days and times

Linedancing, Weight Circuit, Indoor Bowls

20 August 15 August

9am Margaret the Vet - Text 0403262212 9am-3pm Kid’s Art Exhibition 9am-12.30pm R&D Seniors’ Plant Display

1 & 14 August

Elevate – Youth Group

5 September

2,9,16,30 August

Rollingstone Bus – Each Thursday – leaving the hall at 8am – extra limited seats due to social distancing - bookings essential.

11,12,13 September

Local Art Exhibition Weekend Opening 11 Sept

11 August

Craft Group – Open to all interested parties.

BYO Craft - 2nd Tuesday of the month 1.30pm4pm at the Hall

12 September

9am-1pm Carboot Sale on Sat 12 September

6,13,20,27August

Notch Mobile Playgroup 9:30am at the hall.

17 September

7.30pm AGM at the Hall all members welcome

It is wonderful to see the groups back into full swing. While numbers are back to pre-COVID normal, I did notice Indoor Bowls numbers were a little light on this week. Perhaps the cool weather took its toll. With that said a bit of activity will help to warm up and being able to have a chat and a giggle also warms the heart. Social distancing still remains in place along with the tracing sign in forms and the need to sanitise your hands. There are an array of activities available during the month including: Bingo, Craft, Board Games, you can join the Lions, Elevate for the Youth in the district, Playgroup for the littlies, not 1 but 2 Art Shows, the Social Fishing and Boating BBQ’s and the Seniors Plant Display. All that but also including the Mobile library, the Vet, Exercise Classes and Mass when the Catholic Church chooses to return. For Social outings or appointments in Town there is the Rollingstone Bus on Thursdays. Who said there was nothing to do in Rollingstone/Balgal Beach.

A huge thanks to Alec and Angie for trimming the trees around the RTC and the Book Station, I left on Friday afternoon and came back on Monday and the place had been transformed with neatly trimmed shrubs all around the Centre. It is almost like having our own hard working pixies at the bottom of the garden. We have other volunteers coming and doing good works over the weekends.

Steve mows and whippersnips, Kerrie and Barb, the girls who fold and the others who deliver the Rolly Rag, the girls who run the Op Shop on the 1st Sat of each month, often spending many hours at their tasks over the weekend.

Children’s Art Exhibition. You, our Community are invited to the Children’s Art Exhibition, 15 August from 9am to 12.30pm. The artworks on display are a culmination of three painting workshops held in July, by members of the Rollingstone Art Community.

These Art Workshops have been presented by the Rollingstone Art Community and our thanks go out to Rosa Christian, Ann Martin, Sue Thompson and their helpers: Di, Pam and Santoria (Another group of Volunteers toiling away at the Centre on the weekends).

The children have been extremely committed to their craft and are getting as much enjoyment developing their paintings as we are watching the artworks develop. Well done everyone.

The Artists@Rollingstone Team are also presenting an Art Exhibition in September. Opening night is 11 September with the exhibition remaining open for Saturday and Sunday. Saturday will see a Carboot Sale be held on Pace Park with Dan and Mon’s lovely coffees and the Lions holding a Sausage Sizzle. Maybe the children from the Art Workshops would like to come along and see the artworks their teachers achieve.

Jody from Notch Playgroup was wrapped this afternoon when she let us know she had the biggest ever group of children at the Rollingstone Playgroup this week. Jody imparted this info to me while wearing a lovely fluro green tutu with her smile matching its brightness. Rollingstone Mums and pre-schoolers, Jody was very happy indeed. Welcome back to the regular playgroup families and welcome to the new families.

The Seniors’ are back into the event saddle with their Plant Display being held at the Community Centre on Saturday 5 September. There will be morning tea available, plant stalls, pottery and craft stalls to browse. There is a People’s Choice award for the best cut flower arrangement and the best potted plant display. Get your creative thinking caps on and enter the comps.

For further information please contact Wendy Clark on 0418654242 or Deb on 47707474.

We have already thanked Brett and Bec (NQ Concreting and Bobcat Hire) and mates for their wonderful work on the Railway Display. We thank you again, Brett and Bec. Your generosity to the Community and to the Association is ever so much appreciated…….Thank you.

Elevate Youth Group being organised by Chappy Travis is meeting on a fortnightly basis and is sharing their time between the Rollingstone Community Centre and Bluewater Community Centre. 1 August will see Elevate in Bluewater. Elevate welcomes young people of High School age living in the Northern Beaches areas.

The Community Association’s AGM is being held on Thursday 17 September 7.30pm at the Community Hall. All members are invited to attend. Membership forms are available at the RTC and the nominal fee of $1 per year is payable at the RTC. The Management Committee nomination form is included in this issue.

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BALGAL BEACH PHARMACY How can I get my medications while selfisolating or social distancing?

WE CAN DELIVER!!

We offer free delivery each month to patients that:  Have self-isolated (who have been advised by medical practitioner or meeting the current National Triage protocol criteria for suspected COVID-19)  Are over 70 years of age  Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Straight Islander and aged over 50  People with chronic health conditions or who are immunocompromised  Parents with new babies or people who are pregnant To arrange your delivery: call 07 47707400 If you don’t meet these criteria, but still need delivery, please let us know.

Delivery Options are as follows:  Monday – NO  Tuesday - Yes  Wednesday – Yes but after hours  Thursday – NO  Friday – Yes  Saturday – Yes but after hours  Sunday – Closed The team at Balgal Beach Pharmacy……Frank, Bec, Matthew and Kristie

Simply this is Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with others that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.

The only requirement for Alcoholics Anonymous membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for Alcoholics Anonymous Rollingstone Rag, August 2020

Seniors Enquiry Line is a state-wide information and referral service for Queensland seniors, families, friends, grandparents and carers.

We can help you with concessions, social activities, household assistance, retirement accommodation, financial and legal matters, health, education, transport and many other issues.

Supporting Queensland Grandparents

The service was set up by the Queensland Government Department of Communities to support grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. For more information visit:.

https://www.grandparentsqld.com.au/

Call from anywhere in Australia—24 hours/7 days

membership. We are self supporting through our own contributions. Alcoholics Anonymous is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organisation or institution, does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses or opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

If you or someone you know have a problem with alcohol, please contact Alcoholics Anonymous on 4771 5411 or come to a meeting Monday nights 7pm at Rollingstone Rural Transaction Centre…….Phone: 4771 5411

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BLUEWATER MEDICAL PRACTICE 2 PURONO PARKWAY, PURONO PARK

BALGAL BEACH MEDICAL PRACTICE Tel: 47707 244 Fax: 47707 100 Please listen to any recorded message for information on out of hours services

Email: manager@balgalmedical.com.au

Open Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm Saturday 8.30am to 1pm Tel: 07 4778 6444 OR you can book ONLINE via our website www.bluewatermedical.com General Practitioners and Allied Health Services

Balgal Beach residents with dental emergencies can see us at our practice at

MYTOOTHDOCTOR Townsville Paediatric and Special Needs Dentistry Located at Bushland Beach Medical Centre 367 Mt Low Parkway Bushland Beach Tel no. 4775 5754 / Mobile 0427298698

Call from 8am for Appointments General Practitioner Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Open

Open

Open

Closed

Open

Closed

Closed

Dr Zakia Sultana

Monday & Wednesday

Dr Olga Hasa

Tuesday & Friday

Dr Lucia Rajnoch

Tuesday (Bulk Billing)

Dr Vladimir Hasa

Friday (Private billing)

Dr Diana Hopkins

Friday (Bulk billing)

Allied Health Services PHYSIOTHERAPY - Leanna Clarke PSYCHOLOGY – Natalie Arnel DIETITIAN - Fuel Your Life PATHOLOGY See your GP for referrals to these services.

At Balgal Beach Medical Centre on the third Saturday of every month

Saturday of the Month

August 15 Balgal Beach residents with dental emergencies can see us at our practice at:

MYTOOTHDOCTOR Townsville Paediatric and Special Needs Dentistry Located at Bushland Beach Medical Centre, 367 Mt Low Parkway Bushland Beach

Tel: 4775 5754 / Mob: 0427 298 698

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Your Local Community Pharmacy Bluewater

Healthsave Pharmacy

Balgal Beach Healthsave Pharmacy

2 Purono Parkway, Yabulu 4818

114 Mystic Avenue, Balgal Beach 4816

PH: 07 4778 6233 FAX: 07 4778 6733

PH: 07 4770 7400 FAX: 07 4770 7399

8.30am – 6pm Monday – Friday 8.30am – 1pm Saturday

8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday 8.30am – 12pm Saturday

FREE Blood Pressure Checks *Hire Equipment *NDSS Agent – Diabetes Supplies Blister Packaging for your medicines *Full Prescription Service *Delivery available for those in need *Ear Piercing *Faulding Vitamins MLE – Making Life Easy (Large range of Home Healthcare aids)

Pharmacy Choice Brand Products (Quality product made affordable with 100% money back guarantee) Easy parking available

It’s not to late to get your FLU SHOT. If you have never had one before, this might be the year to think about it.

Flu Vaccines are still available at Bluewater and Balgal Beach Pharmacies.

With COVID-19 flare ups down south, don’t forget to keep up your hygiene practises.

The Team at Balgal Beach Pharmacy Rollingstone Rag, August 2020

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This past month saw the passing of David Reedman. David lived in Bluewater but serviced Rollingstone, Toomulla and Mutarnee as our local electrician. He was a fine tradesman and a genuinely nice bloke and we will miss him sorely. Thinking of his wife and family at this sad time…….Vale David.

Betty Coleman and Eddie Rouse (both from Toomulla) have had stints in hospital and Betty has now moved in to a Nursing Home in town. Both, however, have improved. David Gurr (Bluewater, but a member up here) has had several skin cancers removed and subsequently some skin grafting performed. He’s doing well. Jan Giles, Rhonda Gurd and Bryan Reinke are not so good. All are receiving treatment for ongoing conditions, so we send our love and best wishes and pray for better health for them as soon as possible.

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Please don’t abuse our Committee or Volunteers because you don’t like the re-vamped Rag. Just come along and join our team, and make a difference by helping. You might even create the changes you so desire. Otherwise, send a letter to the Management Committee and we’ll deal with it officially. Our volunteers, particularly, shouldn’t be subjected to that kind of treatment – and neither should the Committee, for that matter. We’re all doing a job happily with no remuneration so really don’t deserve to be on the receiving end of that sort of conduct.

Brett and Bec Logan (NQ Concreting and Bob Cat Hire) have been overly-kind to us and a donation towards our Railway Display has made life so much financially easier for us. Their generosity is appreciated like you wouldn’t believe and we’re just so grateful to them. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU, Brett & Bec. This is a little out of left field, but it just occurred to me that the community may be unaware - but I think they should know - we have a small shed at the Centre containing a whole lot of sporting equipment which could be used for our kids for all sorts of (sporting and entertainment) activities.

Should you like to use some of this equipment but would like to have a look first, please contact Chris or Mark at the RTC (855) to make arrangements to do so; and if you’d like to borrow anything, that would be okay as well, but it must be done at the Community Centre grounds/oval.

The “Farewell” Morning Tea for two (2) of our local residents was a happy/sad couple of hours with many older faces in attendance. So good to see! It’s a fact of life living here, that eventually one must move on and this has happened to these long-time residents. They’ll be sorely missed but given that they’re only moving to Townsville, they’ll still be accessible to friends and able to join us when occasions occur.

We’ve set the date for our AGM as Thursday, Septr. 3rd @ 7.30pm. Please make the effort to come along and either stand for Committee or have your say about what you perceive we’re doing wrongly/badly.

Recently a badly neglected, malnourished and maltreated horse paddocked locally was reported to the RSPCA. That animal has since been rescued by a local lady and is being given lots of TLC and life-giving and health-restoring treatment. She has taken on all those expenses personally (and they’ve been considerable), so she is to be roundly commended for her compassionate actions. Vets has been up to check the mare and she has had treatment and given medication; and the RSPCA have been up to visit. The mare is improving daily. We would like to suggest that if you would like to donate a small amount to help this lady financially with these initial expenses, we will add something thereto and get it to her.

The Kids’ Painting Workshops are proving to be a success with really good attendances. Looking forward to seeing the results at the Kids’ Art Expo/Exhibition/Competition on Saturday, August 15th. Hope to see you there………..would be great support for the youngsters.

Cooking-for-a-Crowd Tip: Eggs on cookie sheet (mine is non stick but I also smeared some butter on it just in case), baked at 220C for about 8 minutes. PERFECT runny eggs for a crowd!

“We have a once in a century opportunity to re-set our economic priorities.” (Bernard Salt) (I wonder if our national brains-trust will take that opportunity? Unfortunately, they have a tendency to fail pretty regularly – Contb.)

Live well, love much, laugh often....................... “Sancho Panza”.

“You have a gap in your CV. What did you do in 2020?”

“I washed my hands.”

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Home Assist Secure

Your local Home Assist Secure service can provide information about: •home maintenance •repairs •minor modifications •safety and security upgrades •other assistance that the Queensland Government provides.

Seniors and Accessibility Assistance - oneoff assistance of up to $5000 for larger home repairs or upgrades to improve home safety or security.

Townsville Home Assist Secure • Phone: 07 4772 4210

Email: hastvl.admin@bluecare.org.au

https://www.qld.gov.au/housing/buyingowning-home/maintenance-modifications/ maintenance-assistance/home-assistsecure#seniors 12

ROLLINGSTONE AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC

2019-2020 AGM is being called for 7.30pm Thursday 17 September 2020 All current Association Members are encouraged to attend.

RaDCA MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE NOMINATION FORM for 2020-2021 We wish to nominate: _______________________ for the position of: President

Treasurer

Vice—President

Committee

Signed: ____________________________________ Seconded: _________________________________ Nomination: Accepted/Declined Signature of Nominee: _______________________ NB: NOMINATION FORMS TO BE RETURNED TO CENTRE MANAGER NO LATER THAN COB TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO RADCA’S AGM DATE – (Wednesday 2 September 2020).

Section 19 - Electing the Management Committee (as per Rules of Governance for RaDCA Inc) (1) A member of the Management Committee may only be elected as follows(a) any 2 members of the Association may nominate another member (the candidate) to serve as a member of the Management Committee; (b) The nomination must be(i) in writing; and (ii) signed by the candidate and the members who nominated him or her; and (iii) given to the secretary at least 14 days before the annual general meeting at which the election is to be held; (c) each member of the Association present and eligible to vote at the annual general meeting may vote for 1 candidate for each vacant position on the Management Committee; (d) if, at the start of the meeting, there are not enough candidates nominated, nominations may be taken from the floor of the meeting.

(2) A person may be a candidate only if the person(a) is an adult; and (b) is not ineligible to be elected as a member under section 61A of the Act. (3) A list of the candidates’ names in alphabetical order, with the names of the members who nominated each candidate, must be posted in a conspicuous place in the office or usual place of meeting of the Association for at least 7 days immediately preceding the annual general meeting.

(4) If required by the management committee, balloting lists must be prepared containing the names of the candidates in alphabetical order.

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How quickly time is passing – or so it seems. Already, we are entering the last month of Winter and before we know it, Christmas will be upon us. In January, when the dreaded virus interrupted our lives, we expected it to have run its course by mid- year; that seemed so far ahead. Now, we wait patiently for whatever the next six months will bring. I would like to be an optimist and hope that 2021 will see Covid 19 well behind us.

In June, a controlled burn was conducted on the lower slopes of the Range. Controlled burns are carried out each year in rotation, in a patchwork pattern so that it may be two years, or even three, before a particular area is burnt again. The optimum time for these burns is in a narrow window between June and August before the weather becomes too hot and windy. A few days after the recent controlled burn an unauthorised fire was lit in National Park land at the foot of the Range. Ironically, this area was designated for a controlled burn that same week. Len Cook and Barry Smith joined Girringun Rangers to fight the fire, working late into the evening.

While most of the days here over the Winter months have been relatively mild, some of the nights have been close to freezing. Definitely, a roaring wood fire is a great pleasure and comfort. Len Cook issued a reminder to check the flues of our fires and wood-stoves, as in the past there have been some alarming, but thankfully not disastrous fires in chimneys due to build-up of soot. He also urged familiarising ourselves where fire hydrants are located. These are indicated by a blue reflector in the middle of the road and at the roadside, a small concrete grave-like stone marked FH. During the last weekend in July, Sam Stedman, of Outer Limits, conducted a Wilderness First Aid course. The three-day course was designed to teach people emergency and first aid procedures when out in the bush and away from regular medical and emergency help.

The Paluma Push, traditionally held in late July, has been moved to 11th October. As usual, local volunteers will be at checkpoints to record cyclists and assist with any first aid necessary. Volunteers also are essential as traffic marshals as Paluma’s streets are parked out to the limit on race day. There will also be Trail Bike races on 1st November.

While on the subject of traffic: Since travel restrictions have been lifted there has been a marked increase in visitors to Paluma and we welcome the many birdwatchers, picnickers, school children attending the Environmental Schools, and others who come here to enjoy Paluma’s peace and beauty. Unfortunately, many drivers do not observe the 40 kph speed limit and many vehicles hurtle through the village at speeds well above 70. This is of great concern because as there are no footpaths, pedestrians walk on the road which in places is very narrow. Remember our website www.paluma.org Keep safe, keep well…..Colwyn Campbell

ROLLINGSTONE STATE SCHOOL Last Thursday we had Z and Gemma from the Townsville Fire Basketball Team visit our school and sharing their skills with students from all classrooms. We participated in their “Fire Community Youth Program” whose motto is Be Happy, Be Healthy, Be Here. All students had a great time!

Today we welcomed back our TAG parents and children doing their “learn and play” under the supervision of Mrs Fitzy (see photos). Inside storytelling and outdoor activities which included picking some of our oranges for morning tea and play on the playground equipment.

This week we welcomed Miss Courtney Lomax to the school who is assisting in the Prep/1 classroom until the end of Term 3. Enjoy reading another great effort from one of our Year 6 Students, Larnie-Rose.

“Fantasy Pops.”

LOOK! There’s a new cereal in town! Introducing fabulous Fantasy Pops, the latest cereal to hit the streets! Hi my name is LarineRose and I’m from Poppin Cereals. Today, I will be introducing Fantasy Pops. Fantasy Pops is a delicious cereal that comes in amazing shapes and there are also surprise toys! Parents will be pleased with the healthiness and the 4/5 health star rating. So listen up while I tell you all about the fruity taste.

The flavours in this cereal are spectacular! Fantasy Pops are so scrumptious and delicious that it will make you crave more. The ingredients are so delicious and delightful. The cereal is made with real fruit such as; oranges, strawberries, raspberries and grapes.

The feel and experience is just so unbelievable, you will be in heaven.

The shapes of this cereal will make you adore it. The texture of Fantasy Pops are as smooth as a sheet of velvet. The shapes are adorable and will make you fall in love with them. There are little dragons and fairies that come in different colours, like red, orange, green and pink. Hold up kids, next is the terrific toys!

Introducing Danny Dragon, Fea Fairy, Messy Monster, Uni Unicorn and ultra-rare golden Uni Unicorn! They are adorable and playful and will be found throughout the cereal. The toys also move and play around too. You can collect Danny Dragon, Fea Fairy, Messy Monster and Uni Unicorn. So do you want to be the coolest kid in the streets? Well buy Fantasy Pops then you can collect them all!

Your parents will adore the healthiness in this new amazing cereal. The energy in this cereal will make you go all day. This cereal has a lot of protein, which will make you strong and fit and will give you plenty of energy that will make you run all day. Don’t forget that your parents will be pleased with the 4/5 health star rating. There is also vitamins, such as, vitamin C and D. So do you want to be the fittest and healthiest? Well get Fantasy Pops.

Remember: Fantasy Pops are so delicious and scrumptious. They will explode in your mouth with a delicious fruity taste. It is as smooth as velvet in your mouth, the toys are so cute and playful that won’t let you be bored.

Your parents will love the healthiness and vitamins that will keep you fit and healthy and make you go all day.

So rush to the shops NOW and buy Fantasy Pops, you will be amazed!

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ROLLINGSTONE SENIORS Hi Folks, well finally we can get together and have some fun. We are having a Plant Display!!! With lots of lovely plants to look at, vote for and to BUY!!!! Great prizes for the Best Cut Flower Arrangement and Best Potted Plant Arrangement, a Pottery Stall and Craft Stall. We will also have Morning Tea on sale as well. Gold coin entry fee.

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G,Day All, Well time for another newsletter.

Our AGM will be held on Sunday 9th Aug. at the hall on BBQ night commencing at 5.30 pm. Memberships must be paid on the night or before to be eligible to vote. Think about the people you would like to see on the committee. We need new faces with new ideas. Nominations will be taken from the floor on the night. Because of the Corona Virus issues and not being able to function as a club we have decided to reduce Membership fees to $10 per person, for the coming year.

Due to family health problems, our much loved Faye Thompson will not be standing this year. After so many years as our President she will be sadly missed. She has done a faultless job for us.

Have a good think about who you would nominate for this position.

SHIRLEY Cattle won the Lucky Membership draw this month….

GOOD ON YA SHIRL.

Every one reports the new boat ramp is great and makes launching easier. We just need the weather to be a bit more co-operative.

We are having a committee meeting on the 26th July to discuss the AGM preparation.

Some of our members have been Monkeyin’ around a bit to entertain themselves. A big get well soon to all on the sick list.

We miss you.

Visitors are always welcome at our BBQ functions, meals are $10 per head and children under 12 are free.

Members are always free. We have great cooks and plenty of food for all. Our special ladies bring yummy desserts along as well. Looking forward to seeing you all at the AGM. WELL TAKE CARE, STAY SAFE AND BE HAPPY…..

Kindest regards from your COMMITEE.

Mystic Sands Golf and Country Club hosted over 140 players for it’s Women’s and Men’s Open. Fields more than doubled last year’s numbers and only positive feed back was received both verbal and written. Guests travelled from as far as Proserpine, Bowen, Charters Towers, Ayr,Home Hill, along with Maggie Island and Townsville Clubs.

Some Local businesses reaped the rewards of our visitors, Rollingstone Beachfront Resort, Balgal Beach Units and AirBNB were all booked. Rollingstone Hotel was one of their first stops and the Ladies headed home with local Orchids, fruit from the Paces Truck and tasted the Fishermen’s Landing goodies.

Ladies Open overall Gross winner was Kasey Sorahan from Rowes Bay. A young 16 year old lady playing with a 7 handicap and heaps of talent. Our own Golf Captain; Megan Jeffree had a super day out with a Gross 91 and Nett 66 to be the B Grade Gross winner.

Men’s Open Gross winner Scott Sibson travelled from Home Hill with a Gross 75 and his daily handicap was +1. Some great golf was also played by our members with Brian Wilson winning C Grade Gross with a fine 92 and Reg Geritz winning C Grade Nett. Former Greenskeeper Greg Ryding now at Ayr took out B Grade Gross Winner 85 and Gross Runner up Wayne Butler 88 and Nett Runner Up Wayne McCarthy 74 also flew the flag for the locals.

Our Guests are already asking about dates for next years open. Wanting to book accommodation and several other players are showing a keen interest.

That’s a huge credit to everyone who volunteered their time from course maintenance, providing nibbles, assisting with administrative duties and being positive about where we live and our fabulous facility we are so lucky to have at our door step.

Thank you Mick, Cocky, Megan, Wade, Lisa and of course the McMahon children who worked both weekends to assist their Dad.

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Well hello everyone. So exciting to see some/more Covid-19 restrictions being lifted. How good is it to see a regular supply of toilet paper back on the shelves. For how long you ask?

One of our long standing, most caring & friendly residents: Betty Coleman, made the decision to move into PresCare Aged Care Home and she is loving it!!

She has a magnificent view of the mountains from her room, has made lots of friends already, going to crochet & craft sessions, soft chair exercises and most importantly Betty has 24 hour care. Betty along with her husband Alf who sadly passed away in 2017, have lived in the community for a very long time, close to 40 years! Whilst she misses Toomulla, Betty is certainly enjoying her new lifestyle! I am happy to pass on Betty’s new phone number for anyone wanting to catch up with her for a chat. You can email me schwarzee1959@gmail.com or phone 47707813.

For those wanting to go and visit Betty, please remember to take your Flu Vaccination Certificate along for entry to the home.

How exciting for the Toomulla Community, the surveyor has been out and the first peg has been placed in the ground!!

After working many hours with the Townsville City Council, Cr Margie Ryder & Community & Development Officer Helene James, the Toomulla Beach Community Association has secured a Lease on a parcel of land in Toomulla park to build our Multi Purpose Community Shelter Shed. Along with the Lease, we have also secured a grant for $44,000 through Funding received under the FNQ & NQ Monsoon Trough – Category C. The Shelter, when constructed, will enable Toomulla Beach permanent residents, broader northern beaches residents, tourist & day visitors, a communal gathering place for sharing, storytelling & community functions. The Shelter will enable our Community to hold education sessions and initiatives, which build an informed, involved, safe and resilient Community. After 9 years of fundraising and planning, to receive the grant is just a huge bonus for the Community. We are looking forward to working with everyone involved with this exciting & wonderful project for the community.

Now that the social distancing rules have relaxed slightly we can hold our yearly AGM for the Toomulla Beach Community Association Inc. The meeting will be held on Saturday 29th August at Toomulla Park, commencing @ 3.30pm followed by a BBQ. The Fishing Club will also hold their AGM at 3pm. Please come along and also maybe consider becoming a Committee member. Working for & giving back to your Community gives such a wonderful sense of achievement in life!! Very rewarding.

Lucky Numbers is starting up again. Some people have already paid previously, but due to the Covid we had to put everything on hold. I will email those who have paid and also your chosen Lucky Number/s. Good Luck and the first draw will be on Saturday 29th August at the AGM. The community Defibrillator has been moved. You can now access it for emergencies from the side of the Book Stall. It is in the silver box.

Unfortunately we were unable to have our free Mothers Day Giveaway this year & now Fathers Day is coming up in September. So we have decided to still go ahead with both giveaways. You will receive an entry to both giveaways in your mailbox during August, so please remember to fill them both in and return to the Community Mailbox on the corner of Herald & TB Road next to the community noticeboard. Good Luck.

Eddie Rouse had a ride in the Ambulance recently with a health scare but he is all good now, back pruning his hedges and attending to his plants. He has also had quite a few sunspots cut out but recovering very well from this & the best was that there are no nasty ones! Sue Duvel also is unwell and making regular trips to hospital. Husband George & her beautiful boys along with their families are taking good care of Sue making her as comfortable as possible whilst she is unwell.

School holidays saw the kids out fishing regularly with some good catches. Jace Jennings along with our grandson Jayden caught their first Barra, even though they had to give them a kiss and let them go!

Keep going boys…the big one is coming! Great to see the kids out & about in the community & so keen to fish.

Welcome to all the new families that have moved into the Community. Wonderful to see more kids here. Our kids Christmas party should be a big one this year.

With the increase of children in the Community & along with the people who enjoy walking, please remember that the speed limit in and around Toomulla is 50 kms especially along Herald Street. Please slow down!! Thank you to those residents who abide by the speed limit.

Thank you to all those wonderful residents who help deliver the Rolly Rag each month. Very grateful for your help.

Do you have any news or items of interest that you would like to be added into the monthly newsletter? Please send your contributions to schwarzee1959@gmail.com to be considered for the newsletter. Photos are also welcomed. Cheers…..Rhonda.

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"Fishermans Landing Fishing and Social Club hold a monthly BBQ, last Friday of every month and monthly Market, first Saturday of every month. We also hold several fishing competitions throughout the year and at least 2 trips away.

For further information please contact President Graham 0428416060"

FISHERMANS LANDING FISHING AND SOCIAL CLUB INC APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP 1st July 2020 to 30th JUNE 2021 New Members: Family $60 Single $30 (no pro rata) Renewing Members (this period only) Family $40 Single $20 (due to COVID19 restrictions 2019/2020) PLEASE USE BLOCK LETTERS: Names:(ADULTS)……………………………………………………

NOTE:Children 18 and over need to complete their own application Child 1:………………………….Age:…….

Child 2:………………………….Age:…….

Child 3…………………………..Age:…….

Email Address………………………………………………….…..

Home Address……………………………………………………..

Phone contact..…………………………………………………...

Type of Membership Family/Single New/Renewal Members Signature……………………………………………..

(I have read the indemnity detailed below and agree to abide by the rules of our constitution) Boat Name…………………Boat Registration………………….……..

Is your boat open water safe? (water, flares, maps, epirb etc.) YES/NO Type of vessel………Length………….Hull colour…..…………..Cabin Colour………..……..

Radios carried……………….Call Sign……………………………………..…….

Emergency Contact Details: Name……………………..Address………………………...Phone……………… __________________________________________________________________ Committee use only: Amount Paid…………………… Date Paid……………. Receipt No………

Acceptance moved by:…………………………….. Seconded by:……………………………..

Membership Form 2020-2021 Fishermans Landing Fishing and Social Club inc. INDEMNITY: I, the above named, agree to the rules of our constitution. In consideration of being accepted as a member I absolve Fishermans Landing Fishing and Social Club inc., volunteers, assistants and concessionaries, as such, from any liability whatsoever and however that may be claimed or awarded against you or that you may suffer resulting from injury or loss to us, or our invitees, or licences, or guests, or to the property of us, our guests, invitees, or licences.

I DO/DONOT AGREE TO ANY OF MY CHILDRENS PHOTOS TAKEN AT CLUB EVENTS TO BE PUBLISHED IN MAGAZINES OR ON FACEBOOK

Signed by member…………………………………………………………….……

Please hand in completed form and money to Fishermans Landing or mail to 100 The Esplanade, Balgal Beach QLD 4816.

Ph: Graham 0428416060 for further details.

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Please be mindful, that while all donations are gratefully received, your goods need to be in reasonable condition. Please ask yourself “if it is not good enough to give to my best friend—is it good enough to give to the Op Shop?”

Please be advised the Op Shop cannot accept: Electrical goods; large knives; bulky, chipboard or damaged furniture

STREETS SHOULD BE SAFE FOR STUDENTS Last month, Members of the Balgal Beach Community, held a morning walk to highlight the pedestrian safety issues facing local children during their morning walk to the school bus stop. The Community has highlighted the lack of safe access and lighting for school students walking along Balgal Beach Road, Armidale Avenue, Acheron Drive and Mystic Avenue.

This is certainly a risk during those early, dark winter mornings and I can appreciate why parents would be concerned.

While I was unable to attend the walk due to being in parliament, I had already arranged to hold a meeting with local Councillor Margie Ryder and residents on July 21 to listen to their suggestions for improvements. A proposal such as this would need the budgetary support of the Townsville City Council and perhaps a grant application to the State Government for Works for Queensland funding. I look forward to working closely with Cr Ryder in the coming months to progress this issue and see what avenues are available to unlock funds. I would also like to thank those residents who have already contacted my office. No matter how big or small the issue, the safety of local residents is always my top priority and as your local State MP, I welcome the opportunity to assist in any way I can.

On a related note, any resident who is vision-impaired will now be able to apply for a disability parking permit for the vehicle they are travelling in from August 31.

This follows a sustained effort by some very determined Hinchinbrook families, Guide Dogs Queensland and Katter’s Australian Party to get these changes across the line from the State Government. It is long overdue and I know it will make life for the vision-impaired that little bit easier when navigating a busy shopping Office of Nick Dametto MP centre or building carpark.

P: 07 4765 4700 | F: 07 4765 4709 Take care.

Nick Dametto MP Member for Hinchinbrook

Member for Hinchinbrook

Visit: 86-92 Herbert Street, Ingham QLD 4850 E: hinchinbrook@parliament.qld.gov.au

The Rollingstone RSL Committee recently met and are pleased to confirm that commemorative services will resume while still observing social distancing restrictions. Our next service will be on Vietnam Veterans Day on Tuesday 18 August commencing at 10am at the Balgal Beach Cenotaph. For any Individuals or Community groups that would like to lay a wreath of fresh flowers this can be ordered by contacting the RSL. Later in the year we plan to hold the following: • Rollingstone RSL 20th Anniversary Dinner • Remembrance Day Service Presently we have vacancies on both the RSL Committee and Auxiliary Committee. If you are interested in joining us please contact me.

Suzi Vincent Secretary Rollingstone RSL 0409 880 902

2nd Saturday of Every Month!

Next sitting — 9th August

Doors Open 12.30pm Eyes Down 1pm 40 Calls $100

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12 & 26 AUGUST FREE WIFI now available from Mobile Library

Chinese Herbal Medicine 4770 7698 0437 555 469

Consultations only available via phone/email, during the COVID-19 health crisis.

Acupuncture treatments not available at this time.

futurefurnishingsmk@gmail.com

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In an emergency, you’ll want to ensure you are prepared and your pet is ready to travel at a moments notice.

Prepare your Pet Evacuation Kit well in advance and have it at the ready in case of an emergency.

9 Holiday Units from $100 per night

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Food & water, collapsible bowls Crate or pet carrier Collar, lead with your contact details Medication, medical records First Aid/Snake Bite kit Familiar objects like bedding, toys & treats • Important documents: vaccination booklets, council registration. List down your emergency contacts and your vet details.

WILDLIFE CARERS ROLLINGSTONE, BALGAL BEACH and surrounds BIRDS: 477077 356 OR 0412965535 GAYE LOVELL:WALLABIES & KANGAROOS 4770 7356 / 0412 965 535 CHRIS GREEN:POSSUMS 0402 084 588

Hi! this July has been a bad month for Wallabies being hit by cars.

In just two days we had call outs for five that had been hit. Two were mothers, unfortunately one of the babies was dead as the call out came too late, the other mother had only just been hit when found by a couple out walking. They rang me to report the Wallaby and when I arrived there I found that the Wallaby was a female with a baby Joey and it was alive and kicking but unfortunately mum was dead. Today the Joey is going strong and her name is Danni.

I realise they are silly animals that jump out from nowhere onto the road and sometimes you can’t miss them. If this happens and you do hit one and for some reason you can’t stop, please ring Gaye or myself and we will come and check for you.

If you do stop to check please pull the animal off the road and if it is a female and you think she has a baby, you don’t have to touch it if you choose not to, call Gaye or myself and we will come and check. If you hit one and you know it’s not dead, please don’t just keep driving and leave the animal on the road to suffer a long agonising death or worse get run over by another vehicle. Take it of the road and call us and Gaye will euthanise the animal humanly.

If you do not have our numbers ring the wild life number and they will contact us. You will find this in the back of the Rolly Rag. See you in the great outdoors…..Chris.

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Hello to Rolly Rag Readers.

What a great time of the year to start your planning for clean ups – this is a really important necessity for all people living in NQ with the up coming cyclone and fire season. Any bits of debris which may become airborne and harm neighbours properties should be rectified now. Likewise if you have any build up of fuel for fire in your yards, please get onto those now.

COVID 19 continues to be a scourge to our southern neighbours. Whilst we are fortunate here for now please continue to practice your new normal – minimise contact and maintaining social distancing. Your health may depend on these very simple things.

Again, if you have anything requiring police attention please follow the next few steps.

1 – Urgent matters – ring 000 immediately and explain the issue.

2 – Non urgent matters – please contact police link who will direct me as required.

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DO NOT try to catch, kill or identify the snake!!! This is important, to stop more bites or others being bitten and wastes time.

In hospital do not panic if you do not know which snake bit you. Tell the hospital however if you do know what snake the bite came from. A new Antivenom neutralises the venoms of all the 5 listed snake genus, (below) so it doesn’t matter what snake bit the patient. Read that again- one injection for all snakes!

Polyvalent is our one shot wonder, stocked in all hospitals, so most hospitals no longer stock specific Antivenins. 3000 bites are reported annually. 300-500 hospitalisations 2-3 deaths annually. Average time to death is 12 hours. The urban myth that you are bitten in the yard and die before you can walk from your chook pen back to the house is a load of rubbish.

While not new, the management of snake bite (like a flood/fire evacuation plan or CPR) should be refreshed each season.

Let’s start with a Basic overview.

There are five genus of snakes that will harm us (seriously) Browns, Blacks, Adders, Tigers and Taipans.

All snake venom is made up of huge proteins (like egg white). When bitten, a snake injects some venom into the meat of your limb (NOT into your blood).

This venom can not be absorbed into the blood stream from the bite site. It travels in a fluid transport system in your body called the lymphatic system (not the blood stream). Now this fluid (lymph) is moved differently to blood. Your heart pumps blood around, so even when you are lying dead still, your blood still circulates around the body. Lymph fluid is different. It moves around with physical muscle movement like bending your arm, bending knees, wriggling fingers and toes, walking/exercise etc. Now here is the thing. Lymph fluid becomes blood after these lymph vessels converge to form one of two large vessels (lymphatic trunks)which are connected to veins at the base of the neck.

Back to the snake bite site.

When bitten, the venom has been injected into this lymph fluid (which makes up the bulk of the water in your tissues). The only way that the venom can get into your blood stream is to be moved from the bite site in the lymphatic vessels. The only way to do this is to physically move the limbs that were bitten.

Stay still!!! Venom can’t move if the victim doesn’t move.

Stay still!!

Remember people are not bitten into their blood stream. In the 1980s a technique called Pressure immobilisation bandaging was developed to further retard venom movement. It completely stops venom /lymph transport toward the blood stream. A firm roll bandage is applied directly over the bite site (don’t wash the area).

Technique: Three steps: keep them still Step 1 Apply a bandage over the bite site, to an area about 10cm above and below the bite.

Step 2: Then using another elastic roller bandage, apply a firm wrap from Fingers/toes all the way to the armpit/groin. The bandage needs to be firm, but not so tight that it causes fingers or toes to turn purple or white. About the tension of a sprain bandage.

Step 3: Splint the limb so the patient can’t walk or bend the limb.

Do nots: Do not cut, incise or suck the venom.

Do not EVER use a tourniquet Don’t remove the shirt or pants - just bandage over the top of clothing.

Remember movement (like wriggling out of a shirt or pants) causes venom movement.

Australian snakes tend to have 3 main effects in differing degrees. Bleeding - internally and bruising.

Muscles paralysed causing difficulty talking, moving & breathing. Pain.

In some snakes severe muscle pain in the limb and days later the bite site can break down forming a nasty wound.

Allergy to snakes is rarer than winning lotto twice.

Final tips: not all bitten people are envenomated and only those starting to show symptoms above are given antivenom.

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The below article was provided by Warren Butterworth.

Ladies and Gentlemen, for those who have recently moved into the Rollingstone/Balgal Beach Area, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Warren BUTTERWORTH and I have been a resident of Balgal Beach since 2001.

Prior to taking up residence here, I was a member of the Queensland Police Force/Service for 35 years. I was a Uniformed Officer my whole career, (24 years as Officer in Charge of Police Stations in North Queensland, where I enforce the Offence committed under the “Traffic Act & Regulations” and in the later years the “Transport Operations Road Use Management Act & the Transport Operations Road Use Management Road Rules 2019. I was also involved in the investigation of thousands Traffic Accidents, later known at Traffic Incidents as the greater majority were not caused by accident, but because of driver’s not obeying the Road Rules.

(Later I was appointed to the position in the QPS (Regional Traffic Co-Ordinator for the Northern Police Region which included the area bounded by the Bowen Division to the south, the Ingham Division to the north and the Northern Territory Border to the west) and I held this position when the new “National Road Rules” were introduced in this State and I had to attend numerous Conferences/Workshops in Brisbane to familiarize myself of the new Transport Operations Act (Road Use Act) and the Transport Operations Road Use Management Act. Part of my role in this Position was to monitor all Traffic Incidents that occurred and Traffic Enforcements within the Region and I had to prepare these statistics for my Assistant Commissioner, together with recommended Traffic Enforcement to address the Traffic Incidents (a near impossible thing to do, but we did show some decline in incidents).

In the past, I have published Information Reports in the Rolly Rag to better explain what the Road Rules actually mean. I know from personal experience that young people who have just obtain their Provisional License know what the Road Rules say, but they do not really understand what they mean and when I drive around our area and on the Highway.

When I first joined the police, when we investigated, what was then “Traffic Accidents”, a copy of every “Traffic Accident Report” was forwarded to the Department of Transport, where statistics on all Traffic Accidents were maintain. Many years after I joined, these reports were changed to “Traffic Incidents Reports” as the statistics indicated that over 80% of all traffic accidents/incidents were caused by the driver committing a breach (or breaches) of the Traffic Act and Regulations, which could have been avoided if the driver had been obeying the laws.

Throughout my career, I found that the majority of driver’s were far over confident when it comes to their driving ability and it was never their fault, it was the other person or they’d try and blame the road surface or road design.

An example is when I was stationed at Julia Creek, many accidents were caused by fatigue because the drivers were in a hurry to get to their destination and the ignored to signs of fatigue. These incidents included drivers leaving the sealed surface not apparent reason. However, on this occasion I intend to talk about “ATTITUDE”.

During my career, it became very obvious that every generation of drivers are far too over confident when they get behind the steering wheel of a car, or on a motorcycle or bicycle. The majority have the belief that they are an experienced driver/rider and know what is required the Road Rules, but when they are involved when they collided with livestock (kangaroos, Emus, sheep, wild pigs, cattle, horses etc. and they had never driven on the road before and were not aware of the dangers and they were driving without “Due Care and Attention” and were breached. We also had situations where the driver lost control of his vehicle allegedly doing 100km/h in black soil country where the road sinks in areas and when they came to a Grid that was higher than the road, they’d become airborne and lose control of their vehicle. I had at least two incidents where the driver alleged that they were doing no more than the speed limit (100km/h) when one of the back tyres blew out and they lost control of the vehicle and rolled numerous times. You never know when this can happen.

When you are driving on the road when it is raining or the road is wet, you MUST realise that your “Braking Distance” increases, so for your sake, and the safety of other road users, you drive below the speed limit so that you have sufficient time to stop before colliding with another vehicle or thing. These incidents were caused by the drivers “Not driving with Due Care and Attention. Remember the Speed Limits are the MAXIMUM speed a which you can travel on that road. IT DOES NOT SAY (anywhere in the legislation) Athat you must travel at the limit.

Finally, I would like to address the parents of children and teenagers Bliving in the area. I am alarmed at the number of young people that I see riding bicycle around the street when they are not wearing Bicycle helmets. I am also aware that there a few drivers in the area who leave a lot to desired when it comes to driving on our roads. They know two speeds, “Stop” and “Put the foot to the metal” even though we have tourist using our narrow roads.If at anytime you have a query about the Road Rules, please do not hesitate to email your question to woppercopper@hotmail.com or phone me on 0428752575 as I have copies of both the Act and Regulations downloaded on my Desktop.

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Salted Caramel Fudgy Brownies Ingredients 175g butter 150g plain flour 130g brown sugar 200g caster sugar 50g cocoa 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 125g dark chocolate, roughly chopped 140g caramel fudge, cut into small squares 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes Method:

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Preheat oven to 180 C / 160C fan-forced. Grease a deep 20cm square tin and line with baking paper.

Melt the butter in a small pan or in microwave and then remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly.

Place the flour, cocoa, sugars, melted butter, vanilla and eggs in a large bowl. Mix until smooth.

Add the dark chocolate chunks and 100g fudge and fold through the mixture.

Spread mixture into prepared tin and level the top.

Gently press the remaining fudge into the brownie mixture. Avoid putting the fudge too close to the edge so that it doesn’t catch and burn. Sprinkle with the salt.

7. Bake for about 30 minutes until there is a dull crust and the sides are coming away from the edge of the tin.

Allow to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before slicing into squares and serving warm, or allow to cool completely in the tin.

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R ollingstone & D istrict C ommunity A ssociation I nc 44 Community Crescent, Rollingstone Qld 4816 ABN: 90413441725 Community Centre Manager e-mail: rollingstonertc@bigpond.com

Ph: 07) 47707855 Fax No: 07) 47707811

NOTIFICATION This is a timely reminder to let everyone know – Rollingstone and District Community Association Inc Memberships are now due.

Membership fees are $1.00 per year and due before 30 June 2020.

Please note, this is RaDCA Membership and is totally SEPARATE to the Rollingstone Seniors membership.

RaDCA membership fees can be paid to Chris/Mark at the RTC Office.

Interested in becoming an Association member – see application below.

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Rollingstone & District Community Assoc Inc.

Alcoholics Anonymous

44 Community Cres, Rollingstone 4816

For More Information ..................................................... 47715 411

Committee:

Ambulance

President:

Sue Von Wald ..................................... 0407753562

Treasurer:

Lynne Prytherch ..................................... 47707 689

Hon. Secretary

Chris Martin ........................................... 47707 855 Ian Dow

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Deb Calder ............................................ 47707 474 Geoffrey Prytherch ................................ 47707 689 Ann Martin .......................................... 0408100083 All Correspondence to: The Secretary 44 Community Crescent, Rollingstone Qld 4816

C/o Northern Beaches Station ........................................ 47786 033 Balgal Beach Boating & Leisure Club Inc. President, Faye Thomson ............................................... 47707 616 Secretary, Kerrie Cochrane ............................................. 47707 034 Fisherman’s Landing Fishing & Social Club Inc. Acting President, Graham Milliken .............................. 0428416060 Secretary, Neil Thompson ........................................... 0427240472 Playgroup North Townsville Community Hub ................................. 47516 511 Paluma & District Community Association

Community Centre Manager ............................................ Chris Martin

President, Jamie Oliver ................................................ 0408710030

Community Centre Assistant ............................................. Mark Eberle

1st. Vice President, Sarah Swan................................... 0439492351

Monday - Friday ..................................... 47707 855

Secretary, Anne Bruyeres ..................................... 0447752332

8am - 4pm.......................................Fax: 47707 811

Email: ..................................................paluma1932@gmail.com

rollingstonertc@bigpond.com

Treasurer, Wilfred Karnoll .............................................. 47788 441

RTC

E-mail:

Community Hall Phone (M-F 9am-3pm) @ op shop ........ 47707 153

Rollingstone RSL

ROLLY RAG

President, Ewan Cameron ........................................... 0417719043

E-mail:

rollingstonerag@bigpond.com

Secretary, Suzi Vincent ................................................ 0409880902

Contact:

Rag office .............................................. 47707 799

Rollingstone & District Lions Club

Police

President, Ian Dow ...................................................... 0412396450

Office Hours 9.30am - 3.30pm Tuesday to Thursday ............ 47707 144

Secretary, John Holliday .............................................. 0414808483

(excluding Public Holidays)

Rollingstone & District Seniors Inc.

Senior Sergeant

President, Wendy Clark ............................................... 0418654242

TJ ......................................................... 0456096305

Front Desk Admin

Secretary, Kerrie Cochrane .......................................... 0412492861

Rural Fire Brigade

Toomulla Community Association

Rollingstone

Raymond Pace ................47707 285 / 0427116604

President, Rhonda Schwarz ............................................ 47707 813

Fire Permit

John Pace ............................................... 47707 348

Animal Contact Numbers

Toomulla

Rudi Schwarz ...................47707 813 / 0408021690

Animal Refuge ................................................................ 47745 130

S.E.S.

Animal Ambulance (after hours) .................................... 47745 130

Emergency - Flood or Storm ..................................................... 13 2500

RSPCA Inspection ............................................................ 47744 714

HQ

47707 589

Straying Stock ................................................................. 47738 411

Group Leader

Rob Wilson ............................................. 47707 498

National Parks & Wildlife Service ................................... 47212 399

Rollingstone State School

N.Q. Wildlife Care Group ............................................. 0414717374

Principal:

Bird Rescue .............................................. 47707 356 / 0412965535

Andrew Stallman ................................... 47707 313

Rollingstone state school P & C Assoc.

Margaret Preston (Vet) ............................................. 0403262212

President:

Livestock on highway—REPORT TO ................................... 13 19 40

Sophie Connolly .................................... 47707 001

Mutarnee State School

Justices Of The Peace ....................................................................

Principal:

Chris Martin, M-F 8am-4pm ......................................... 47707 855

Michael Blake......................................... 47708 131

Max Agnew .............................................................. 0409689320 Rollingstone Rag, August 2020

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Rollingstone General Store 6.30am to 6pm every day Rosco, Olga, Nessie & Eamon

Cheap petrol, diesel, oil and car products Gas cylinder refills Newspapers and magazines Gift cards and stationery Milk and fresh bread Pet food and bones Ice-cream Cold soft drinks, iced tea, flavoured milk Hot pies and sausage rolls Groceries and small goods

POST OFFICE

FRESH COFFEE

Pay bills (rego, phone, power etc) Phone credit (all networks) Post parcels and letters PARCEL COLLECTION ONLY BETWEEN 9.00AM AND 5PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY

Barista quality Bounce coffee Latte, cappuccino, caramel, skinny, etc.

Try our chocolate muffins

FRESH FUIT AND VEGIES

NEED HARDWARE?

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Lots of new stock on display.

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Potatoes Onions Tomatoes

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Eggs Bananas Pineapples

Plus Extensive range of Frozen Vegetables

FRESH MEAT IN CRYOVAC PAKS Going Fishing?

We stock tackle, lines, lures,

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BAIT for local conditions

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AUGUST 2020 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

30 7.30am St Anthony’s Church @ Community Centre TBA

31 9am Line dancing at Hall 12.30 Cards @ Hall 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

2 7.30am St Anthony’s Church @ Community Centre TBA

3 9am Line dancing 12.30 Cards @ Hall 6.45pm SES training 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

4 6.30pm Lions Business Meeting at Den AGM

5 9am Indoor Bowls 7-9pm Evening Indoor Bowls TBC

6 8am-3pm Community Bus Shopping 9am Cards (in Community) 9.30am Playgroup at Hall

7 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class

8 12.30 BINGO at HALL

9 7.30am St Anthony’s Church @ Community Centre TBA 5.30pm BBBaLC BBQ at Hall AGM

10 9am Line dancing at Hall 12.30 Cards @ Hall 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

11 1.30 Craft afternoon at Hall

12 9am Indoor Bowls 11.30 MOBILE LIBRARY

13 8am-3 pm Community Bus Shopping 9am Cards (in Community) 9.30am Playgroup at Hall

14 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class Time TBA Elevate @ RollingStone

15 Mobile Dentist at Doctors Kids Art Show @ Hall

16 7.30am St Anthony’s Church @ Community Centre TBA

17 9 am Line dancing 12.30 Cards @ Hall 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

18 2pm Board Games at the Hall

20 8am-3 pm Community Bus Shopping 9am Cards (in Community) 9am

21 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class

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1 8am BALGAL BEACH MARKETS 9am-12 Op Shop Time TBA. Elevate @ Bluewater

7-9pm Evening Indoor Bowls. TBC

19 9am Indoor Bowls 7-9pm Evening Indoor Bowls. TBC

Mobile Dentist @ Doctors

VET at Hall 9.30am Playgroup at Hall 23 7.30am St Anthony's Church Community Centre TBA

24 9 am Line dancing 12.30 Cards @ Hall 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC

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25 6.30pm Lions Dinner Meeting

26 9am Indoor Bowls 11.30 MOBILE LIBRARY 7-9pm Evening Indoor Bowls. TBC

27 8am-3 pm Community Bus Shopping 9am Cards (in Community) 9.30am Playgroup at Hall

8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class Fisherman Landing Fishing and Social Club BBQ at the Landing TO BE CONFIRMED

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JULY OUT AND ABOUT Walk for a Safety Pathway Kids Art Workshops

Rhonda Coulson Memorial Golf day

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