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COMMUNITY SPIRIT AMIDST DEVASTATION Not too long ago, the notion of rain felt foreign to Samford, but that all changed on the evening of Monday, January 29th. Official reports indicated an astonishing 244mm of rainfall from midnight on Monday to 6am Tuesday. However, some rain gauges recorded even higher amounts, reaching up to 350mm in certain areas. The rain was relentless, loud, fast-moving, and, most importantly, devastating to local properties, livestock, and businesses. As we go to press, the community is still cleaning up. Yet, amidst the ruins, a resilient community has once again rallied together to support those families and businesses that have borne the brunt of nature’s fury. Heartbreaking tales surfaced, such as that of the Nindethana Droughtmaster cattle peacefully grazing in the paddocks around Samford Parklands. Owner Bronwyn Betts shared the distressing news that one bull, eight pregnant cows, and several calves were initially missing. They had been in the lower paddock along the South Pine River, overwhelmed by the swiftly rising water. Miraculously, a few days later, the bull was found wandering along a road in Eatons Hill, and some of the herd were located several kilometres away. Currently, two cows, a calf, a Galloway from a neighbouring property, and a horse remain missing. Bronwyn expressed profound gratitude for the swift community response, particularly
the efforts of Jo Pollard, who initiated a Facebook post that generated an immediate and overwhelming response. The cohesive and generous spirit of the community played a crucial role in locating most of the missing livestock. “I cannot express enough my thanks for the incredible community response. I am incredibly grateful,” she said.
At Samford’s Eco-Corridor (pictured), Peter Storer reported that this flood surpassed the devastation of 2022 by a metre or more. The South Pine River, still flowing rapidly on Tuesday morning, wreaked havoc, flattening new plantings and washing away topsoil and recently spread mulch, leaving large piles of debris and fallen trees. An emergency working bee on February 1st saw a remarkable turnout. “Thanks to the Samford Patisserie and the SDPPA, who provided sandwiches and refreshments to the volunteers,” he said. The Samford Bowls Club, which hosted 112 Veterans on January 29th, faced the shocking
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destruction of their clubhouse and greens the following day. Over 80 volunteers converged on Wednesday to sweep, clean and provide nourishment. Club President Barry Maher was overwhelmed with the response, thanking the Samford Rural Fire Brigade, various businesses and individuals who responded so quickly. With two floods in two years, the Club has formed a sub-committee to discuss future planning and sustainability. Steve Parry, owner of the Samford Valley Weather Station in Highvale, reported a staggering 570.2mm of rainfall year-to-date, more than double the average amount. This aligns with the Bureau of Meteorology’s findings that Australia’s climate warmed by 1.48 °C between 1910 and 2022. Recent decades have witnessed a trend towards higher intensity, shortduration rainfall events, especially in northern Australia during the wet season. The rebuilding process will stretch across many weeks and months. GoFundMe pages have been set up for local families who have lost their possessions, with additional details available on local Facebook groups. If you’re on the trails in and around Samford and notice missing livestock or unusual signs such as misplaced manure or strange smells, please contact the Council. Thank you Samford for your remarkable response, exemplifying the unwavering community spirit that comes together when it is needed most. MM
VILLAGE PUMP NOTICEBOARD Welcome back to a huge new year for the Samford area when it comes to living under flight paths. 2024 will see an increase in aircraft movements over our area as Brisbane airport capacity keeps growing and Archerfield Airport nears it expansion completion to take Jet traffic. Early this year Airservices will release results for their Noise Action Plan for Brisbane Phase 2 and Phase 3. Phase 2 includes new noise sharing departure flight paths from Brisbane Airport for nighttime operations when we have predominant southerly and/or westerly winds. Phase 3 includes new arrival flight paths to Brisbane Airport for day and nighttime operations when we have predominant northerly and/or easterly winds. Also, this year Airservices has outsourced to an International Flight Path Design Consultant to commence Phase 4. his Phase will look at the South East Qld aviation airspace as a whole, to ensure all airports and flight paths in this region interact as practically as possible. This phase will also incorporate Amberley airspace when it’s not in use. This year we can also look forward to the City of Moreton Bay and Qld State elections. I suggest contacting our local members to see where they stand on aviation and the impacts on families in our community. Both current standing representatives are well educated on this topic. Make your vote count. Exciting news: I have been working with the Chair, Professor Marcus Foth from the Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance (BFPCA) and Senator Bridget McKenzie to bring about a Senate Inquiry into the Aviation sector. Stay tuned for this announcement later in the year. If you usually receive an email from us, but didn’t receive our newsletter late last year, Google has changed its security structure and is blocking email addresses that may
NEXT SDPPA MEETING Wednesday 21st February Samford Community Hub (SCHUB). 7pm start. All welcome. Further information: secretary@samfordprogress.org.au. be spam. Please make the appropriate adjustments to your email account so you can continue to receive our updates. If you would like to become a member of any of the flight path groups, please don’t hesitate to contact us at contactSAAAG@ gmail.com. You will find a safe space to discuss any topic relating to the Brisbane airspace and what it means for you and your family in the future. Once again, many thanks to the Samford & District Progress & Protection Association for their continued support in 2024. Happy New Year from SAAAG! Tess
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Our property borders Cedar CreekHansen Rd. We have lived here for 55 years and to see a platypus was as common as a wallaby in those days. A concrete cause way washed away in the 80s and was replaced with a new construction which dropped the natural water level upstream by some 40cm and the platypus went into decline. By 2000, this creature was just a memory together with the long-necked turtle. At present this cause way is being replaced with a higher level of the road and bigger flow capacity below. Perfect! This costly exercise is a welcome idea for the future. However, why on earth has the natural water level been lowered again this time by 15cm? These measurements are taken from my personal water level gauge. Our Koala is getting lots of attention, what about the aquatic life in our creeks? Werner Kroll
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LOCAL NEWS PEDALLING HIS WAY TO SUCCESS Samford local and Team BridgeLane rider Jackson Medway might have been a newcomer to the Federation University Road Cycling Nationals course in Ballarat on 5 January, but that didn’t stop him taking out a tight battle for victory in the U23 men’s time trail. With just 15 seconds separating the top three, triathlete Jackson “the underdog”, in his first ever race on a time trial bike, surprised himself by winning gold. In the process, he beat last year’s U23 World Championships time trial bronze medallist, and last year’s U19 time trial world champion. Time trails consist of riders individually riding against the clock over a 28.6km course, which Jackson completed in just under 37 minutes. Jackson followed this up in mid-January with another first – a World Tour race in the Tour Down Under in Adelaide, as part of the ARA Australian National team. At 19 and the youngest rider in the race, it was a special experience to race against Tour De France riders. He pedalled to the challenge, claiming the Yamaha Most Competitive Jersey for Stage 4, after 120km in the breakaway group. A week later with his BridgeLane Continental cycling team, he raced in the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race – a World Tour one day classic race. Jackson
OUTDOOR SPIRIT OF KINDNESS A group of students from Outdoor Spirit’s bush school program undertook some incredible environmental stewardship, with a flood clean-up along the South Pine River behind the tennis courts. The flood brought down a huge amount of rubbish and paraphernalia from people’s backyards throughout the valley. Students aged 5-13yrs willingly removed a full box trailer load of rubbish from the river flat including old car tyres, chairs, flower pots, a large glass fish tank, and a huge pool cover that was stuck up a tree. Most of the rubbish had to be removed from tree forks or pulled from piles of rotting vegetation. Some of the students have been coming to the outdoor classroom for almost 2 years now and were amazed at the changes to the landscape and river area brought about by the mega flood. Massive trees had been uprooted and completely vanished, new channels have been scoured into the
Jackson, pictured centre, receiving his gold medal in Ballarat.
spent 150km in the breakaway group, collecting valuable points as well as the Sprint jersey on the podium. His cycling season is not over yet. From here, Jackson has more Australian races, before heading to Europe in May with his BridgeLane Team for a few months of summer racing and some more amazing opportunities, which he is so grateful for. Living his whole life in Samford and a attending Samford State School, Jackson credits the rural lifestyle and being trained by some amazing local coaches and mentors for his successes so far. “I competed in my first triathlon at the age of 7 at the Samford pool under triathlete Jackie Pinfold and enjoyed many years of soccer with coach Tom McGrow from
Samford Rangers,” he said. Proud mum Dee Medway added, “His love of triathlons and cross country running grew, thanks to Rina Hill of Samford’s Be Energetic Tri and Run club.” A former Olympic triathlete, Rina nurtured Jackson’s love of sport and competing over his schooling years and he trained with many other juniors, competing at State and National level in Triathlon and Cross Country. His focus turned to cycling when he finished school in 2022, using his gap year to ‘try out cycling’. “I love training around Samford and its surrounding hills,” said Jackson. Sounds like just the beginnning of an awesome sporting career. MM
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AUSTRALIA DAY 2024
Rotary Club of Samford Valley 30 NEW CITIZENS JOIN IN AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS In front of a capacity crowd of more than 180 at the Samford Community Centre, the Rotary Club of Samford Valley welcomed 30 new citizens at its 2024 Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony. It is 32 years since Rotary conducted its first Australia Day ceremony and with few exceptions has held a ceremony each year. The conferees who became Australian citizens at this year’s ceremony represented 10 countries by birth including New Zealand, India, Samoa and South Africa. This year marks the 75th anniversary of Australian Citizenship. On 26th January 1949 the Nationality and Citizenship Act 1948 came into effect creating the new status of Australian citizen and the first Australian citizenship ceremony was held in Canberra on 3 February 1949. Ceremony MC Bob Millar OAM shared a piece of family history in that his father,
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who in 1949 worked for what was then the Department of Immigration Department, was involved in organising the first Sydney ceremony four days later on 7th February. The Rotary Club President, Rob Robinson said this year’s ceremony had been an opportunity for all Australians, whether they are citizens by birth or by choice, to join national celebrations that reflect, respect and celebrate—we reflect on our history, its highs and lows—we respect the stories of all our people— and we celebrate our nation, its achievements and most of all, its people. “There is no greater privilege than our citizenship. It’s a life-long commitment to Australia’s shared values, including respect for the freedom and dignity of the individual, the rule of law and democracy, and equality of opportunity for all people,” Mr Robinson said. “Australian citizenship ceremonies are an important part of our nation’s celebrations and hold special significance for those becoming citizens and the broader Australian community. Traditionally, more people become citizens on Australia Day than any other day of the year and over the 32 years it has been conducting ceremonies, Samford Rotary has welcomed more than
730 residents into Australian citizenship.” “This years citizenship ceremony, as with the last 23, was followed by the Dickson Awards presentations hosted by Hon Peter Dutton in which 16 individuals or organisations were recognised for their various volunteer contributions across the electorate.” The ceremony enjoyed a musical contribution by local artist Shazza Bell and concluded with President Rob and Hon Peter Dutton joining with new Australians Lata and Lavi cutting the cake, appropriately in the shape of Australia. For more information about Rotary: 0409 890 203 or Facebook: Rotary Club of Samford Valley. Bob Millar
AUSTRALIA DAY 2024 LOCAL HEROES RECOGNISED Celebrating the outstanding achievements of local individuals, organisations and businesses with community at their heart, the 2024 Dickson Community Awards were presented alongside the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony at Samford. Melissa Redsell OAM was named the 2024 Dickson Citizen of the Year. Through her Brendale-based charity A Brave Life, Melissa supports young and vulnerable mothers facing challenges such as domestic violence, poverty, trauma, relationship or family breakdown, unplanned pregnancy, and homelessness. The Dickson Community Service Award was presented to long-time Samford resident Sandra Huelsmann who has served as a Justice of the Peace for a remarkable 25 years. In this role she provides valuable support for countless community members who have needed assistance with official documentation. The award not only recognised Sandra’s longstanding service as a JP, but also paid tribute to the enduring legacy of her kindness and dedication. Dayboro Boomerang Bags bagged the Dickson Community Group of the Year award. Since 2017, the group has sewn over 6,000 reusable tote bags from donated fabric and materials, which are sold locally through the Dayboro Pharmacy. Any surplus funds raised are donated to other local charities and not-for-profits. Working bees are a welcoming space for all members of the community, and Dayboro Boomerang Bags often teams-up with other community groups for fundraising events and projects, including Dayboro RSL, Dayboro Men’s Shed, Dayboro Kindy and Dayboro Show Society. The Dickson Small Business of the Year Award was served up to The Long Yard Larder. The popular Samford cafe is deeply
Above: Cliff Holden and below: Max Neumann receiving their awards from Hon Peter Dutton.
committed to the local community, stocking and sourcing local produce, assisting other businesses in need and employing local school students, young adults and people with disabilities. When one staff member played in the grand final for the Samford Rangers FC, community came first for owner Cliff Holden who closed the business for the day, enabling all staff to attend the game to cheer her on. Max Neumann from Mount Samson was crowned Dickson Sportsperson of the Year after securing victory at the 2023 Professional Triathletes Association European Triathlon Championship in Ibiza, Spain. Coached by his brother Mitchell, Max outshone an impressive competition field
in the 2km swim, 80km cycling leg, and 18km run. Max fended off reigning Olympic champion Kristian Blummenfelt, London and Rio gold medallist Alistair Brownlee, and Beijing Olympic champion Jan Frodeno, to take out the title. Dayboro local Zena Martin scored a Dickson Volunteer Award for her above and beyond efforts as Secretary of the Dayboro Dodgers Netball Club. Apart from completing administrative responsibilities, managing public enquiries, coordinating coaches and administrators and organising events, Zena consistently puts her hand up to assist fellow committee members and find ways to strengthen the club. In 2022 Zena noticed a gap in opportunities for young netballers in the community, stepping in to organise, advertise and run the NetSetGo foundation program for 5 to 9 year olds. Zena also regularly volunteers in the Dayboro State School Tuckshop and is involved with the Dayboro Dingoes Soccer Club. Federal Member for Dickson, Peter Dutton, extended his congratulations to all recipients, thanking them for their valuable service. “These individuals are ordinary people with families and regular lives, yet they do amazing things,” Mr Dutton said. “Congratulations to all recipients; your kindness and outstanding actions greatly contribute to making Dickson an even better community.” Tanya Hall
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IN MEMORIAM VALE JOYCE MARTIN
Joyce Muriel Martin was born on 12th September 1929. Joyce was the third child of George and Gladys Martin. Her older sibling was Lex, her sister Beris had died in infancy from meningitis. The inspiration for her name ‘Joyce’ came from the joy she brought after the sudden death of Beris. Then came Dion and Des. All the children were born in the family home at Auchenflower. From there the family moved to The Grange. Her father bought a pony for the children to ride to school. This birthed a love of horses in Joyce. She attended high school at Clayfield College and took an active part in swimming and tennis. The family home at The Grange had a tennis court. Joyce played tennis regularly with friends and family and certainly had a love for the game. She was particularly fond of the Davis Cup and attended many events with friends. Tragedy struck in 1942 - while on holidays, their Ute carrying the family was sideswiped by a military vehicle crossing a narrow bridge. This resulted in the loss of Joyce’s brothers Dion and Les along with a friend. At her 90th birthday party, Joyce recalled the grief that it caused in the family.
This gave us a fresh understanding of the effect this trauma had on her life. After high school, Joyce went to university and completed a Science degree. It was here at University that she met Jim Wills. Jim and Joyce were married in August 1953 and lived at Bardon. Ian was born in 1954, Lex 1956 and Ross 1957. In 1960 the family moved to Newmarket. Paul was born soon after and Don in 1962. Horses were added to the family soon after. This led to the purchase of 10 acres at The Gap, more horses, pony club activities and twice daily commute to The Gap. In 1972 this was sold and 70 acres was purchases at Highvale, where a new home was built. Although Joyce’s life was full, she became a volunteer with the Marriage Guidance Council of Qld. This led to her enrolling in a Diploma in Psychology at UQ in 1977. Joyce continued with the horses alongside her stable hand Jim. Throughout the 1980’s and early 90s all sons married, and grandchildren started to arrive. In total, Joyce had fifteen grandchildren and twentyfour great grandchildren. When being faced with being a grandmother in her early 50’s, Gran or Grandma just did not sit right with her. She chose Jemma as her name of endearment. When Jim passed away in 1989, Joyce downsized to a couple of horses and a few cattle at Highvale. She bought a pony called Beaver, which many of the grandchildren took great pleasure in riding. Joyce busied herself by taking up swimming again which led to training with the Samford Masters group. Joyce travelled to many Masters Competitions in Australia and overseas. She also joined the Liberal Party of Queensland and enjoyed the company, friendship and interaction of likeminded people, claiming to have helped get Peter Dutton over the line in 2001. She still handed out how to vote cards at the last
Federal election aged 94. She told everyone that she was doing this for the benefit of my great grandchildren. Joyce decided to subdivide the property at Highvale in the 2000’s. She kept 5 acres herself to manage instead of 70. During this time, she knew the grief of the passing of her two eldest sons. At the age of 84, she stopped mowing on the ride-on and feeding horses – it was time to sell and move to Wheller on the Park. Here she developed many friendships with neighbours and other residents. She continued to be involved in many activities including the Lyceum Club, going to the gym and playing Mahjong. Joyce has inspired us to do our best, love others and contribute to our community. We thank you, Mum, Joyce, Jemma. You have inspired us throughout our lives and we acknowledge your love and dedication to us. Ross, Paul and Don Wills
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IN MEMORIAM TAKE A SEAT, THANKS TO SETH
Next time you’re in John Scott Park, save a thought for Seth Burnett, a tenacious young man who lobbied Council for more youth facilities, so you could shoot some hoops at the half-basketball court. Seth was a much loved son to Amanda Parry and Shane Burnett, brother to Annie Burnett, grandson, nephew, cousin, friend and animal lover. He faced many challenges in his life, including enduring regular visits to hospital for years as a child.
“He was also super competitive,” said Amanda. “He was a terrible loser! He would get so cross and upset and very determined that it would not happen again! For example, when he started playing chess with his Grandad (Steve Parry), he studied and studied until he was confidently smashing Grandad at every game.” At 21 years of age, and having endured many years of mental struggle, Seth chose his time to leave this life. In his gentle and caring way, he wanted to make sure that family and friends knew that he felt their love and support. He wrote that he wanted to ensure they enjoyed a fulfilling life in his honour. At a memorial service held recently in John Scott Park, attended by so many who loved him, Seth will forever be remembered with a lasting legacy – a plaque on a bench seat overlooking the basketball court. “Without the strong advocacy of Seth, who worked tirelessly to build the case that the community needed this infrastructure, this facility would never have been built,” said Cr Darren Grimwade. “As a tribute, it was decided that a plaque remembering Seth be placed on one of the bench seats that overlooks the half-court basketball facility.”
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LOCAL NEWS LIFESAVING SAMS When Peter, a strong healthy man, suddenly collapsed onto the cold concrete floor of the Showgrounds Pavilion, his Men’s Shed mates were quick to realise that something potentially deadly was happening. It was clean-up day after the Samford Area Men’s Shed (SAMS) Christmas function. Retired Ambulance Officer Allen, with forty years experience, quickly started with CPR while the call to 000 was made and the Showgrounds Automated External Defibrillator (AED) was found and put into action. The CPR continued with help from John and Greg, while the AED administered a number of shocks and provided analysis and information to improve the CPR, keeping Peter alive whilst awaiting the arrival of the paramedics. When Peter was stable, he was rushed to Prince Charles Hospital where full medical services were available. Released after only 7 days, he recuperated at home with his wife until well enough to resume his usual Shed activities, albeit at a slower pace. A couple of weeks ago, Peter and some of the Shedders who helped at the scene, met with paramedics and the Triple-0 operator. They were told that the chance of survival from a heart attack outside hospital is less than one in one hundred and that Peter’s life was undoubtably saved by the rapid and effective CPR and the application of the AED, provided along with others in several locations around Samford, through grant funding from Community Bank Samford. To help the Samford Area Men’s Shed be prepared for such external events in the future, Peter’s family has donated a portable AED to the Shed, which will be taken along when the men are working off-site. Phil Walters SAMS Chairman
Peter, third from the right holding the yellow AED.
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DIVISION 11 COUNCIL REPORT New carpark in Samford If there is one constant request that I receive from residents, it’s that there is more car parking required in Samford Village. Well, I am pleased to say that as part of Council’s Carpark Construction Program, works will soon be underway in Cash Avenue with a project that will provide a new access laneway, parking bays, pedestrian paths and crossings, landscaping and lighting. The project is located adjacent to Alan Cash Park where the tennis courts
were removed last year and will take approximately 12 weeks to complete. During construction, the area for the new car parking will be closed, however you will still be able to access the carpark at the rear of the Samford Hotel via a side track. Pedestrian access will also be maintained, and it is important that the community take note of the changed conditions in the area which will be clearly sign posted. Please observe directions from workers on site to ensure your safety, remember this is a construction area, and while there will be some disruption, I know that the outcome of providing more parking will be welcomed by local residents, the wider community and visitors.
Final seal on Mount Samson Road There have been a number of delays, however I am pleased to say that the final, top course seal on Mount Samson Road is due to be delivered mid-February. This includes an approximately 420m stretch from the existing asphalt at the intersection of Mount Samson Road/Kobble Creek Road/ Postman Track, back towards Dayboro and also between the Mount Samson Road/Kobble Creek Road/ Postman Track intersection, to the intersection of Mount Samson Road and Kobble Creek Road. It is anticipated works will only take one day, with line marking to be carried out shortly after the seal is completed. It will be great to have these works completed to provide safer travel for all road users. Cr Darren Grimwade
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LOCAL NEWS CONGRATULATIONS RDA RIDERS Congratulations to Samford Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) riders, Louis James and Dane Weatherall! At RDA’s Christmas breakup, Louis was presented with the annual Spirit of ANZAC Award while Dane received the Jenny O’Malley Memorial Award for Most Improved Rider in 2023. The ANZAC Award is presented by Samford Sub-Branch of the RSL to a young rider who displays the qualities of the ANZACs such as bravery, teamwork and perseverance. Louis, accompanied by his mother, received his well-deserved award from Sub-Branch representative Mark Orreal.
Dane was presented with his award by Gary O’Malley of Clear Mountain. Last year Dane progressed from onlead riding to trotting offlead and competing in his first individual dressage competition together with other Samford RDA riders. All riders are to be congratulated on their efforts and participation in the competition. The awards were a highlight of the RDA riders’ breakup event, which was attended by participants, parents, sponsors, volunteers and local Councillors Darren Grimwade and Cath Tonks. Both Councillors took the opportunity to check on their co-sponsored horse Noddy – and Samford RDA thanks them for their renewed sponsorship of Noddy this year.
VOLUNTEER INDUCTIONS Samford RDA, which operates from its centre at Samford Showgrounds, kicks off its 2024 program on February 19. Volunteers are always welcome, and inductions for newcomers will be held from 9am to 11am on Wednesday February 14, Friday February 16 and Saturday February 17. The minimum age for volunteers is 14 years, and all volunteers must wear closed-in shoes (including those attending an induction session). RDA volunteers can be involved in supporting participants during classes, working with horses or assisting in a range of non-horse duties such as helping to maintain the gardens and grounds. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people and make a real difference to the lives of those with a disability. For more information about volunteering with RDA or to book a place in one of this month’s inductions, contact admin@samfordrda. com.au.
Pictured left: Mark Orreal presents the Spirit of ANZAC Award to Louis James. Right: Dane Weatherall receives the Most Improved Rider Award from Gary O’Malley.
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LOCAL NEWS DIGGING DEEP FOR AWARD A dedication to feeding nutritious meals to homeless and disadvantaged people in Brisbane has earned the founders of ‘Dig In’ a 2024 (Brisbane) Lord Mayor’s Australia Day Award. After growing up in the Samford region, Curtis Sciacca joined forces with a group of likeminded friends to form the not-for-profit organisation which serves up to 350 meals each Saturday in Fortitude Valley and West End, and has done so without fail since 2017. The group’s efforts have been recognised by being awarded Joint Young Citizen of the Year 2024, presented by Brisbane Lord Mayor, Adrian Schrinner. Curtis said Dig In’s achievements are only possible through a greater assembly of dedicated volunteers.
“Our journey started in 2017 with four 19-year-old friends looking to make a difference by serving hot nutritional meals to those in need. We would each take turns buying the ingredients for the weekend, cooking together with our friends and family until we raised enough funding to be sustainable,” Curtis said. “Since this time, we have welcomed hundreds of volunteers into the community and developed a reputation in the vulnerable community as being reliable and always there for those in need,” he said. “If you ever want to see community spirit in full flight, come down to Dig In on a Saturday, and you will see a diverse group of people from all ages and walks of life, coming together, giving up their weekend to cook and serve warm, nutritional meals to those in need.” As the world continues to change with the COVID-19 pandemic and the current cost of living crisis, so to does Dig-In’s response to the increased need for food security amongst some of the most disadvantaged people amongst us. “We spent the last three years exploring innovative solutions, like hot food vending machines, to provide efficient, seamless and
dignified access to free meals for those in need. Our latest vending machine trial is taking place at the Murri School, Acacia Ridge, serving meal-insecure First Nation students,” Curtis said. Designed for 24/7 accessibility, minimal operating resources and greater costeffectiveness compared to traditional food services, the machine provides one free hot meal daily via individual PIN codes provided to recipients. The single-serve, ready-made meals are heated in an internal microwave. The Young Citizen of the Year award has shone a spotlight on the important work Dig In has undertaken on its own accord and will hopefully secure more support for the group as it continues to nourish those who would otherwise go hungry. “The challenges we face only strengthen our resolve to continue our mission. For anyone considering volunteering or donating, now is the time your help is needed most,” Curtis said. If you’d like to know more about Dig In, including how you can volunteer, head to www.digin.org.au Tanya Hall
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LOCAL NEWS Our decisions to buy a particular product or service may seem trivial in the scheme of things. However, as a purchaser – whether an individual or organisation – we have more power than we may think. As Spider-Man was advised by his uncle, “With great power comes great responsibility”. To exercise our purchasing superpower wisely, we make thoughtful buying decisions and recognise the positive or negative environmental and social impacts those decisions can have. And of course, many of us are doing this. Through our buying decisions, we have the power to influence what is sold, where it comes from, how it’s made, what it costs, and who makes, sells, or supports it. How? Well, in a free market economy, the prices, types, features and availability of goods and services depend on the principle of supply and demand. Sellers have the incentive to supply what buyers demand. Therein lies the source of our purchasing superpower! When we use our purchasing superpower responsibly – by thinking carefully about what we buy for our home or business – we boost demand for environmentally and socially sustainable products and services. This is already happening and a new wave of responsible purchasing from us as consumers will accelerate that process. To help this process locally, we have a Samford Sustainable Business Network that is striving to provide as many sustainable products and services as possible. Bit by bit we are ‘having a go at being sustainable.’
Responsible purchasing starts with deciding if we need to buy something at all – whether at home, in our business or our school or community organisation. ‘No buy’ is an increasingly used option! The focus in this article today is on purchasing household and business items such as furniture, vehicles, electrical goods, clothing and the like. Maybe we could repair or reuse an existing item, borrow or hire one, manage without a new service or do things in another way. If the answer is “Yes, we definitely need it”, we may then explore: • Who makes/supplies it? What’s their reputation and human rights record like? Do they have a sustainability policy? • Where does it come from? How far has it travelled? Where do its raw materials come from? • What’s it made of, and how? Does it use renewable or recycled materials? Will it break down in nature? How much energy was used to produce it? • How is it sold? Is it marketed ethically? How much packaging does it have? Does it help the community? • How is it used? How much energy does it use? How long will it last? What happens after we’ve finished with it?
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QCWA Samford Members were celebrating the new year at our January meeting as special guests Cortney and Russell from the Royal Flying Doctors (pictured) told us so much about their vital lifesaving service. Thank you. Our members have been helping local community residents with refreshments after the flood clean-ups, especially at the Bowls Club. Book Club was off to a great start with 10 members reading The Music Shop. If you’re interested, members can collect a choice of two fiction books at our February meeting - The Thursday Murder Club and A Little Kindness - or both for those speedy readers. February is also our Samford QCWA Birthday. We will be 60 which included wonderful years of serving, helping and fellowship. Woohoo! Catering: We cater for small to medium group functions and other special occasions. Please contact Fiona on 0421 353 272. Hall Hire: The CWA Hall in Main Street is air conditioned and fully equipped. Enquiries to Lilah on 0421 709 723. February meeting: Wednesday 21 February and every 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10am at our CWA Hall. Members, come and celebrate the birthday of our February members for lunch at Gaythorne RSL after the meeting.
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FRIDAY AT SCHUB The SCHUB is a community safe place for us all to enrich our lives through a diverse range of activities. Vital services such as Meals on Wheels, Samford Support Network, JPs in the Community, and the Carers’ Foundation offer various volunteering opportunities. Small start-ups can access temporary office spaces. Groups like the Cards Group provide a way for folk to meet and have fun. Among the organisations and groups, a strong feeling of community has developed through sharing skills, cooperation and respecting each other. Behind it all is manager Michelle Walsh and her committee from the Samford and Districts Progress and Protection Association. For small community groups like our Fridays at the SCHUB, which incorporates Crafting Kindness, Chair Yoga, Cuppa and Chat, Samford Scribblers, and the Good Stuff Ideas Forum, the SCHUB provides a place to connect, to enjoy each other’s
company while we try to help those in need, giving us a strong sense of belonging and purpose. We have no budget. The rugs, scarves and toiletry bags we made for those in need were created from donations. We have cooperated with the Charity Craft Creators whose work for those in need is mind-blowing. Our program for the next month: Cuppa and Chat every Friday at 2.00pm, with crafting welcome. 9 February: Ruth leads Chair Yoga in the hall at 3 ish. 16 February: Lucie leads Crafting Kindness in making scarves, easter baskets and rugs. Wool donations welcome. 23 February: Jenni leads the Good Stuff Ideas Forum in discussing Resolution through sharing literature, art and personal experiences. Have you found any interesting quotes or read any books about resolutions? 1 March: Samford Scribblers at noon. Join us each week for a $2 cuppa and chat. Julie Martin
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MONTHLY LIVE MUSIC RETURNS Samford Live is back with another full season of fine live music for your enjoyment, right here in Samford. This year our shows move to the second Saturday of each month through to November. Our group of passionate local musicians and producer have secured some top acts for you – so come on down and join us! Dezzie D & the STINGRAYZ – Captivating Swing era Rhythm and Blues. On Saturday 10 February, this six-piece Brisbane band will bring back the best memories with their unique take on the
classic Rhythm & Blues era, from the 40s to the 60s. With international appearances, festival dates across Queensland, and shows in their hometown of Brisbane, this group takes pride in faithfully resurrecting favourite Rhythm & Blues. Fronted by the effervescent Dezzie D, they deliver upbeat music, dynamic vocals, tight grooves and explosives horns. And our show starts on the first day of the Year of the Dragon – so wear red for good luck! The Inadequates - Rollicking Folk & Bluegrass. Coming up on Saturday 9 March we have a bundle of absolute musical joy! We’ve lured The Inadequates to Samford - three of the most talented, quirky and funny musicians you’ll ever meet! This acoustic folk-rock-bluegrass trio sport attire louder than their music. They deliver tight harmonies, unique covers and sparkling originals as they play through various folk, rock and bluegrass genres, interspersed with hilarious banter. Increasingly a fixture on the Australian folk and festivals scene, The Inadequates are likened to bands such as Mumford and Sons, The Lumineers and Weddings Parties Anything. Known for their innovative acoustic sound and unusual instrumentation, their soaring old-time country harmonies are backed by a wide array of instruments including accordion, banjo, guitar, washboard and mandolin. Saturday 10 February - Dezzie D & the Stingrayz Saturday 9 March - The Inadequates Little Tree Bake & Brewhouse Main Street, Samford Doors open at 5.30pm, music from 6.30pm $20/$25/$30 Bookings: https://samfordlive.au/ Chris Bowen
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SDPPA SUPPORTED PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES
SAMFORD EDIBLE GARDEN TRAIL BLOSSOMS AGAIN Rooted in Friendship and Community Five years ago, the seed of the Samford Edible Garden Trail (SEGT) was planted. Now, as this community-loved event prepares to sprout into its fifth glorious bloom this May, those seeds have blossomed into a thriving Trail weekend of inspiration and connection. “The friendships that have flourished have been a joyful harvest,” shares one member of the passionate committee. “We’re thrilled to watch the Trail evolve, welcoming new faces and fresh ideas while nurturing the bonds that have grown strong year after year.” December and January have seen summer storms, heat, rain and hail. While some plants will struggle, others will thrive during these humid stormy periods with abundant growth, breathtaking flowers and delicious, sumptuous fruits. The SEGT team got to discover the bounty and soak in the wisdom of our local garden hosts Pauline and Rob, who will be opening their garden (again) on the Trail weekend in May. So, mark your calendars for the Samford Edible Garden Trail 18th & 19th May. We encourage you to follow us on our social channels, Facebook or Instagram as the Trail weekend unfolds. Happy gardening The SEGT Crew Image: Mary-Ann Shapcott
Bushcare is Back Our first Councilassisted bushcare working bee will be on Sunday 11 February from 2pm to 4pm, with refreshments afterwards kindly provided by our parent body, the SDPPA. Weeds are running rampant and we still have flood damage to repair (see Pump article), so we’d love to see some new faces come along to help out in 2024. New volunteers, please contact us beforehand so we can speed up the initial WHS induction process for you. Depending on the roll up and how boggy the ground is for access with the water trailer, we may be able to get a few more plants in the ground too. Join our spider survey Arachnophiles please join us on Saturday 10 February when expert Greg Anderson will undertake out third nocturnal spider survey at the Eco-Corridor (weather permitting) and members of the public are welcome to join us. These citizen science surveys are proving increasingly popular with the community. Meet at 7.15pm by the Eco-Corridor information sign next to the netball carpark, for a briefing before a 7.30pm start. We recommend you bring torches and wear insect repellant. Frog survey Our local amphibian and reptile enthusiast Josiah Rossic has checked out the EcoCorridor a couple of times to determine the best time for a frog survey. He has heard just 3 species so far: Bleating Treefrog (Litoria dentata), Graceful Treefrog (L. gracilenta) and Naked Treefrog (L. rubella). Josiah concluded that we need to carry out the survey after dusk during, or just after, rain. This means that the survey is likely to be at very short notice (via Facebook), but we hope a few community members will still
be able to come along. In the meantime, we recommend downloading the FrogID app, which enables frogs to be identified via their call.
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Bird survey report Our birders carried out our first survey of the year at the Eco-Corridor on a very hot and humid Australia Day morning, recording a creditable 65 species in around 3 hours. The highlight was seeing a White-throated Treecreeper in rainforest revegetation zone P1 close to the picnic table. These birds normally prefer mature woodland or forest, so this gives an idea of how far our site has progressed over the past decade. We were also pleased to see a flock of about 40 White-throated Needletails, which migrate from Asia for our summer, hawking high overhead towards Gibbons Road. Other summer visitors included Sacred Kingfisher, Oriental Dollarbird and Pacific Koel. You find full details on the eBird app. Summer maintenance With such prolific weed growth over summer, staff from our friendly local contractor Bushtekniq worked on site in December and twice in January, focusing on the river bank planting P4 and the hillside eucalypt woodland. We also held a couple of early morning working bees for our volunteers to tackle weeds and clean up the debris brought in by the flood. Please connect with us via our Facebook page or join our mailing list: samfordecorridor@gmail.com. Peter Storer
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OUT & ABOUT
Samford Area Mens Shed Who’s Who @ SAMS Meet Robert! Since being welcomed into our Friday Art Group six years ago as a novice, Robert has surprised himself and the rest of us by excelling in pencil drawing, water colours and piano playing. Not all at the same time of course. That’s only available in the Advanced Class. He revels in the soothing atmosphere of like-minded painters and the chance to be taught new techniques every waking moment. In addition to such excitement, each Tuesday the Siren’s Call lures him to the Shed once more, this time to immerse himself in the tabular sport of Chewsday Chess where, in his own words, “Every game is different!” Win, lose, draw or tantrum, nothing seems to faze him, he gets his kicks from the thrill of the game. And maybe watching grown men cry every now and then. Speaking of different, he admits to being born a Kiwi, is a Black Belt 2nd Dan in karate, and reached the peak level of Master Craftsman in his chosen profession as a Swiss
Watch Maker. In his earlier days he trekked on his lonesome from Singapore to Switzerland – overland - which took a good three months – where he took up residence for a while and undertook a year-long specialist course to learn the intricacies of crafting some of the world’s most complicated watches from start to finish. As a result of that intense training plus his innate skill and dedication, he ultimately created a true work of art. Furthermore, his boss was over the moon because the timepiece was bought by a noted connoisseur and fetched more than the price of a modest house! For a quiet-spoken, unassuming Oxygenarian, we think he stacks up reasonably well, compared to the rest of us lads, despite being able to speak en français. Or perhaps because of it. Good onya, Robert. Please visit our website samfordshed. org.au, drop an email enquiry to samssecretary1@gmail.com, or come in person to 38 Showgrounds Drive, Highvale, next to the Showgrounds entrance and consider becoming a member, or at least asking Robert for the time. Digby Shaw
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in Unit 10, with Unit 11 available for Mat Classes and the return of our Barre Classes. This means the timetable will offer more sessions at the most popular times. Barre Classes are scheduled to be available on Tuesdays at 5.30pm and Saturday mornings at 8.15am. For our new timetable and further session times please visit www. pilateslifestyle.com.au Along with our regular Mat and Reformer Classes, both Dorothy and Jac are trained to offer specialised Athletic Conditioning for Sport and Dance, and Ante and Postnatal. Private Sessions cater for rehabilitation and for the less agile population. In 2024 we look forward to looking after our lovely group of current clients and welcoming any new clients to join us in our endeavours to create fit for purpose, healthy, happy people. For further details please contact Dorothy on 0432 269 472 or Jac on 0417 716 462 or visit our website.
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OUT & ABOUT Samford Support Network Working together to help local community members December was a very busy time for the network, culminating in a celebratory Christmas lunch for our clients and volunteers. We started the month with the Christmas on Main Street glow products stall - a tradition with the SSN helping to raise funds to support our clients in our local community. Despite it being a very hot and humid evening, it was a great community event and very well supported. We would like to thank the SDPPA Christmas Committee for all their hard work in delivering such a wonderful event. At our AGM a new Management Committee (MC) was formed from nominations by the previous committee, plus our long time SSN volunteer, Margit Rust nominating. We would like to warmly welcome Margit to our Management Committee. We look forward to working together for the benefit of clients and volunteers in our community. Our new MC is: President - Karen Reid, Secretary Keria Newman, Treasurer - Damian Davies, Committee members -Kate Boddington and Margit Rust. The MC thanked our local businesses, organisations and individuals for their generous and ongoing support of the SSN. We are totally community supported. Our SSN Combined Christmas lunch was held at the Arana Leagues Club. We would like to acknowledge the generosity of the board in donating the function room for us to use. We thank the staff for the beautiful Christmas decorations, service and food for our volunteers and clients. The lunch culminated in the gift giving. This is also a long tradition of the SSN - gifts are given to our clients to let them know our community is thinking of them at Christmas. Gifts are also delivered to other clients in our
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community. The highlight of the gift was the beautiful handmade cards by the Samford Joey Scouts under the direction of David and the other Joey leaders. These cards are treasured by our clients and this year we were fortunate to have enough cards to also give to our volunteers who attended the lunch. Once again Community supporting Community. The SSN looks forward to a positive and wonderful 2024.
Samford Golden Valley Pony Club Luckily Mother Nature hasn’t put a halt to our Samford Golden Valley Pony club 2024 first muster and commencement for the new year. Along with many other local clubs and businesses, SGVPC was damaged in the torrential rain and many areas of the finalised cross country course have unfortunately been damaged or destroyed. A huge amount of water rose from the creek causing damage to the new and very appreciated cross country course, however, we’re very thankful that the polo fields and top flat are still okay to be used. The first muster of the year was set to be a wet one, with riders putting in a big effort to try and tidy up and get the grounds up and
running. Riders along with some volunteers came along to clean up the flood debris so the muster could go ahead. A great display of teamwork. SGVPC would like to welcome the newly elected President Dave, Vice President Rhys and a fabulous line up of instructors, committee members and members to tackle this little hurdle and to make 2024 a great one at the club. Musters are held on every 2nd Sunday by volunteer and guest instructors and a full canteen along with good coffee and shade to enjoy it are always on offer. New members and their horses are always welcome. More details: www. samfordgvponyclub.org.au or Facebook. Lily and Lily helping out
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Samford Bowls Club There has been a flurry of activities already for the start of 2024. Club members are well and truly into the Club Championship games for the year trying to have many of them completed before the interclub competitions, K M Smith Cup and the Brisbane District Bowls Association (DBDA) Summer Competition, formerly known as the Alex Gow Cup, which commenced on 3 February 2024. Welcome Back Day for bowlers was held on 27 January. This annual event started with a free sausage sizzle for members and then progressed into social bowls for the afternoon. It also heralded the end of ‘mufti’ dress for bowling days and the beginning of uniform attire for all club playing days for the year. Samford Bowls Club hosted the first game of Vets Fraternity on Monday 29 January with 112 bowlers filling both greens. All players enjoyed a delicious lunch catered for by club members. Results: Windsor Overall Winner (pictured), Solander Lake Runner Up, Kallangur 1st Round, Chermside 2nd Round.
Fortunately, this event was able to be held just prior to the devastating weather which arrived on that evening, when the Junction of Samford Creek & South Pine River once again broke its banks after over 300mm of rain fell in the Valley. Club members were called to bring mops, buckets and grit to clean out our beloved clubhouse where over a metre of debris and mud inundated stoves, fridges, furniture, plus mowers and equipment. Both carpet greens and new artificial grass surrounds completely lifted and aluminum seats ripped from foundations. Insurers do not cover flood damage, so we are back where we were after the floods in February 2022.
Club facilities, including the ever popular Village Bowls, plus functions and bowls are all cancelled until further notice. This is a testing time for the club. Community assistance over the coming weeks will be greatly appreciated. Planned future events, subject to Clubhouse clean up: In collaboration with Brisbane North Cake Decorators Association, we will be holding a guided workshop where you can decorate your own Candy Easter Egg. Currently scheduled for Sunday 10th March, 1pm - 3pm. $30pp. There will be beautiful handmade candy eggs on sale, a raffle and the bar will be open. Text Tracey on 0416 216 667 for further details. Hopefully the Trivia Boys, Ken and Dave, will be back in town on Friday 22 March. Don’t miss this night of fun and laughter. The ‘boys’ tell us that they will be trialing new technology on the night! Keep up to date on Facebook. Shirley Martin
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OUT & ABOUT Samford Museum The former Albany Creek School’s Headmaster’s residence found a new home in 1984 and is now located at the Samford Historical Museum. A verandah and office have been added. The addition gives a certain ambience otherwise it has changed very little in structure. The displays throughout are of course everyday items found in family homes of years gone by. A treasure trove of preserved, valuable family heirlooms entrusted to the care of the museum. On entry to the “Main building” is the front desk, manned by a volunteer whose job it is to give you printed information regarding the different buildings within the grounds, also to accept donations to be recorded in the appropriate register. Each numbered item has a designated area to be exhibited. This step enables the relatives and the many visitors to view a safe and secured environment away from deterioration - a good way of preserving such collectables and memorabilia - plus, the treasured memories we each experience as we view the exhibits and displays.
History over the years from early settlement to present day events and information are located throughout the museum. An example is land ownership, local schools, Camp Mountain train crash, copies of The Village Pump, Aboriginal history, plus much more. We have old treasured photos which require data base entry numbers, typed captions and history applicable to the snapshots, then designated to their appropriate displayed files for our visitors to view and read.
As for any office with a business, there is always work to be done. Typing and recording meetings, updating changes in government and business, volunteer’s membership and insurance and the list goes on and on. Like an office there is always plenty to do.
Then there is our very valued and knowledgeable local historian. She is the “go to” person and what she does not know about Samford and surrounds is not worth speaking about. Another volunteer and an expert in his field, willingly demonstrates his knowledge regarding information on all defence forces during each of the years, plus much more. Also, family history is his forte. The diorama depicting an Aboriginal Bora Ring was donated to us by the Queensland Museum after they moved to South Bank. It is a replica of the genuine celebration telling the story and history behind such an amazing scene. It is in fact a ceremony for males only. The young boys are initiated into a specific group with a special ritual accepting them into manhood. The museum is a must-see venue where you will find out much more about years gone by. Located in Station Street, Samford Village just behind John Scott Park. Open Wednesday and Sunday 10am – 4pm. Volunteers always welcome. For all group bookings contact 3289 2743. Entry Adults $5; Students $1. Bev Campbell
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BE AWARE! SAMFORD SUSCEPTIBLE TO FIRE ANTS Know your obligations before moving soil, mulch or plants. They may be tiny and hard to spot, but fire ants can have a big impact if they spread, causing serious social, economic and environmental effects. From December 2023, a number of Samford areas were included in the Fire Ant Biosecurity Zone 2, including Wights Mountain, Samford Valley, Yugar, Draper, Bunya, Eatons Hill and Warner. Highvale, Cedar Creek, Closeburn, Clear Mountain, Mount Glorious and Mount Samson sit just outside the Biosecurity Zone, however these zones will now be reviewed monthly and can change at any time as part of the new national Fire Ant Response Plan 2023–2027. From a health perspective, fire ants swarm and all sting repeatedly, with the pain lasting up to an hour. Unlike other insect stings, fire ant venom builds up in the body, meaning the more you, or your pet or an animal is stung, the greater the risk of an extreme reaction. Small blisters or pustules may form at sting sites, which may become itchy and can take up to 10 days to heal. Fire ants have also caused significant environmental problems in countries where they are established, including attacking bird species with ground-based feeding habits. What is a biosecurity zone? Biosecurity zones apply to anyone moving materials that can carry fire ants, such as soil, hay, mulch, manure, quarry products, turf, and potted plants, sourced from inside the zones. This includes anyone buying/ selling/ giving away plants and mulch via local Facebook groups. Anyone dealing with these materials are legally obligated to: • check the fire ant biosecurity zones before moving these materials (at fireants.org.au); • employ fire ant-safe practices when moving or disposing of organic materials within the biosecurity zones. The website fireants.org.au also provides a search tool for anyone to see if their address, or the address from which they want to move restricted material, lies within a Biosecurity Zone. From the drop down menu under “Stop The Spread”, location details can be entered, while material
information can be searched for in the “Fire Ant Compliance Tool”. It is impor tant to check the recommendations on moving restricted materials even if you are in a biosecurity zone and shifting material to another destination within that zone, as fire ants may have been specifically reported from a localised area. Once fire ants have spread, backyards, parks, playgrounds, beaches and sports grounds become unusable, which restricts everyday activities such as picnics, outdoor play and sporting activities. By keeping vigilant now, we can do our best to keep
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OUT & ABOUT GREEN THUMB FARM Grand Opening: Cultivating a Sustainable Tomorrow Dear Samford Village Community, Excitement is buzzing in the air as we announce the grand opening of Green Thumb Farm, a not-for-profit permacultureinspired haven nestled in the heart of our beloved Samford Village. Mark your calendars for the celebratory moment on Saturday 10th February from 11am to 12:30pm, where we invite you to join us in the joyous occasion of our official opening. The opening is a wonderful chance for you to wander around the garden and see what we have created. We think it is beautiful and can’t wait for the community of Samford to enjoy it too. We will have two free children’s activities - so be sure to bring the whole family. Arrive in time for the 11am start as we will have some free garden giveaways for you to take home too. We are honored to have Councillor Darren Grimwade officially open the Green Thumb Farm, and some of the team from the City of Moreton Bay too. They have been very supportive of the farm, but they haven’t seen what
we’ve accomplished yet either - so we hope they will be as blown away as the rest of Samford. We have established ourselves as our own not-for-profit association, with a purpose to inspire and educate people of all ages and abilities about growing food, composting and sustainable living. Our mid-week programs include a free Parents Gardening Group (as part of the Moreton Bay Healthy and Active Program), an NDIS Garden Club, and a home-schooling program.
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And of course our Community Farm Sessions - where the community are invited to come along to grow food together, and the best bit is we don’t sell our produce - we share it with the people who help to grow it! Come along on a Wednesday, Friday or Saturday - check the website for details - and to join our Friends of the Farm program. Plus - we have weekend workshops starting! Including: How to Grow Herbs; How to Make Cheese; and How to Make Sourdough workshops. Book in for early bird discounts and ‘bring a friend’ discounts at greenthumbfarm.org.au. As the year rolls on and our capacity at the Farm grows, we will roll out more and more programs and events. We’ve got a lot of exciting plans - and we welcome you to be part of the vision for this wonderful community space we are growing. See you at Green Thumb Farm! We are located at the Samford Farm Precinct which we share with our lovely neighbours from the Mini Farm Project who have the market garden 2204 Mt Samson Rd, Samford Valley.
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EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES Samford and Surrounds Arts Trail and Open Studios Celebrates its 10th Anniversary!! The Moreton Bay hinterland will again play host to the signature Arts and Cultural event of the region, the annual Samford and Surrounds Arts Trail and Open Studios (Trails). An initiative of Creative Samford Inc, a not-for-profit group run by its volunteer members, the annual self-drive event will once again provide something for everybody. A testament to the incredible talent, skill and creativity of its members, 2024 will see Trails celebrate its 10th Anniversary. Diverse in mediums, styles and origins, around 46 artists in over 22 studios and art spaces will throw open their doors and invite you to look behind the curtain of an artist’s life. Watch them create and hear their stories while you explore their working and exhibition spaces. Plan to make a day of it by stopping in for a coffee or lunch at any one of our amazing restaurants and cafes along the way. Save the Dates: 2024 Samford and Surrounds Arts Trail and Open Studios. First four weekends in June.
For more information, visit our website: https://creativesamford.com/ Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or email trails@creativesamford.com Kylie Harries Trails Coordinator 2024
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Spring into 2024 with lively and captivating folk dances. Jigs, reels, polkas and waltzes that you’ll love to dance. Live music by our band, Phillip’s Dog and cheerful, friendly tuition for every dance. Why it’s special: Folk dancing and music are no longer a natural part of ordinary life, especially in Australia. If it’s seen at all, it’s considered as one of many options for entertainment, a thing to be consumed rather than the cultural heritage of a community. Yet all people crave community. This is what sets our folk arts apart from things you passively attend like shows, or do, like bowling. Dancers and musicians form communities, and the activity itself promotes a sense of togetherness and collective well-being. It’s better than a team sport, because instead of pitting us against others, it invites us to all be part of a whole, which works best when we all do our part and help others do theirs. In a world beset with stress and anxiety, join us for a truly joyful and uplifting experience. When: We’ll be holding regular dances in Samford and Arana Hills, plus special events – a Jane Austen Ball in Dayboro, a Scottish Ceilidh, Steampunk Dance, and Jane Austen Dance for the National Heritage Festival. Farmers Hall at 7:30pm - 9 February. 8 March. 12 April. 10 May. 14 June. 12 July. 9 August. 13 September. 11 October. 8 November. 13 December. Hills Community Centre - 23 February. 22 March. 26 April. (TBC) May. 28 June. 26 July. 23 August. 27 September. 25 October. 22 November. Thanks to Moreton Bay Council’s Healthy & Active it only costs $4.00 to dance! Contact: Heather@historicaldance.au and 0422 067 392. www.historicaldance.au
I would like to convey my sincere thanks to all the people, friends and mates of my husband Desmond (Des) Pickstone who attended his funeral on Friday 17th November 2023. His farewell from Kupidabin was to the sound of drumming and Native American songs being sung by three past members. At the Samsonvale Cemetery he was welcomed by the beat of the Shamanic Drums and lowered to his final resting place with a Maori Ceremony and the beautiful voices of the Maori Singers. R.I.P. Des.
at The Lyell Deer Farm in 2005. His final appearance was at Kupidabin in May 2021. Kupidabin Wilderness Annual Fairy Festival will be held this year on Sunday 5th May 2024. Put the date in your diary and come and meet our new “Woody” (He has a hard act to follow.) KCAI, our new Incorporated Association, is looking for new members who have some time to volunteer to help build a strong foundation for our community ‘not for Profit’ organisation, to help plan and organise cultural fundraising events to benefit the community. Kupidabin facilities are available for community organisations to use during the week at very reasonable rates. Give me a call and make a time for a visit. Check our website for very interesting Maori Retreats coming up if you are Maori or interested in their culture. Maureen Pickstone Trustee Kupidabin Wilderness Charitable Trust (KWCT)
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In a bid to address the escalating issue of aircraft noise pollution in Brisbane, concerned residents through Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance (BFPCA) are urging a Senate Inquiry to investigate the matter, with a specific focus on the practices of Airservices Australia. This growing city, known for its economic vitality, is experiencing a significant surge in air traffic, leaving residents grappling with the adverse effects of incessant noise. Impact on Residents Prolonged exposure to high levels of aircraft noise has raised serious concerns about the well-being and quality of life for Brisbane residents. Sleep disturbance, heightened stress levels, and negative impacts on mental health have become all too familiar for those living in the flight paths of the increasing air traffic.
Role of Airservices Australia Airservices Australia, the government agency tasked with providing air navigation and aviation rescue services, finds itself under scrutiny as calls for a Senate Inquiry gain momentum. Residents are seeking an in-depth examination of the agency’s practices in managing and mitigating the impacts of aircraft noise on the community. Key Areas for Investigation “Ultimately, we want this Senate Inquiry to prepare for a Royal Commission to investigate the aviation industry’s undue influence and state capture of the regulator,” Marcus Foth, Chairperson of BFPCA said. “We demand investigations by the National Anti-Corruption Commission and the Auditor-General, removal and investigation of Airservices’ CEO and executive managers, the separation of conflicting interests within Airservices, the urgent redesign of the Brisbane airspace, declaring Brisbane Airport a leviable airport, replacing the flawed ANEF noise forecast approach, and strengthening the independence of the Aircraft Noise Ombudsman,” he said. Community Advocacy Residents are hopeful that the Senate Inquiry will shed light on the challenges posed by aircraft noise and prompt effective solutions. They emphasize the need for a balanced approach that considers both the economic benefits of increased air traffic and the well-being of the community. As the call for action gains momentum, community leaders are urging senators to take a proactive stance in addressing the concerns voiced by residents. More information is available at bfpca. org.au.
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OUT & ABOUT GREEN BINS ARE GO Lime green lids will soon appear next to red and yellow wheelie bins lining local curb sides, as City of Moreton Bay Council will add a garden organics (GO) service to the current waste collection service. From December 2024, a conditional optout GO service will commence, which will subsequently be expanded to include food waste, conditional upon Council securing a suitable Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) processing facility. The Queensland Government will contribute $9.6 million to support the GO rollout, providing green-topped bins (made from recycled plastic) to approximately 116,000 households in the Moreton Bay area. Organic waste is one of the biggest drivers of greenhouse gas emissions from landfill but can be converted into re-usable products like mulch or compost. Minister for the Environment and the Great Barrier Reef, Leanne Linard said the government aims to divert 80 per cent of organic waste away from landfill. “Organic waste can be turned into high value compost, mulch, and soil products that can be used for a range of things, like tree planting, soil improvement, and revegetation projects,” she said. “We are committed to halving the amount of food waste generated by 2030.” Mayor of the City of Moreton Bay, Peter Flannery, said that locals have been calling for green bins to separate and manage their green waste for a long time. “Council currently produces electricity from landfill gases at its three landfill sites to power up to 7,000 homes in our region,” he said. “This additional bin service is in line with our commitment to investing in sustainability and our local lifestyle as our city’s population booms.” Council currently provides a weekly general waste and fortnightly recycling collection to the local area. Anyone who has noticed a wonky wheel or split plastic down the side of their current bin can request a new bin free of charge from the City of Moreton Bay website. Residents can also alter their bin size or request additional bins (which will be charged to property rates) to accommodate their waste and recycling needs. Tanya Hall Image: https://statements.qld.gov.au/ statements/99528
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many suitable native shrubs with attractive foliage, flowers and/or fruit that attract a larger variety of wildlife than does lantana. Understory plants include the Bolwarra or native guava (Eupatomia laurina), a large spreading shrub with glossy leaves and urnshaped fruit which are sweet and aromatic. Native mulberry (Piturus argentus) is a fastgrowing straggly shrub. Its clusters of white flowers are followed by small, mulberry-like fruit which are sweet tasting. The hard aspen (Acronychia laevis) is a shrub with shiny, citrus scented leaves, cream flowers and dark pink fruit making this a very attractive plant. Native peach (Trema tomentosa) is another fast-growing species renowned for providing shelter and shade in regeneration projects and as a bird-attracting plant in gardens. Blackthorn (Bursaria spinosa), a thorny bush that provides protection for small birds such as wrens, has clusters of scented white flowers from spring to autumn. These are but a few of the plants to replace lantana that can be found at the nursery. Our staff are only too happy to help you select these and other plants for your requirements. Visit us at Payne Road, The Gap or check the website for plant availability. Visit us at Payne Road, The Gap or check the website for plant availability. www.ppnn.org.au
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my own confrontations with the cranky Josephite nuns in the country town where I grew up. There was one particular indigenous student though, who was as F. Scott Fitzgerald once wrote of one of his own characters, the “sponge who soaked up all (their) malice and irritability”. He of course ended up in goal - for stabbing his brother. The nuns in those days were almost as cruel to children as the Church was to them. The results stand for themselves. Fittingly though, in the end it is the Cluny women, Joe’s mum Marion, his sister Ruby and his Aunt Oona who shine through in this deeply moving and beautifully crafted novel. Joe’s conflicted Granpa Charlie, whom he lovingly calls Char, is a soothing, redemptive presence in Joe’s life. It is Char – along with his charmingly rustic sidekick Ranji, who stands as a shining example of how it is possible, despite all of the violent evidence to the contrary – in spite of some men who can only be described as vicious bastards - to be a good man in the face of unrepentant evil. Paul Saxby
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KEEPING YOU INFORMED DICKSON NOTES Flooding Event Our community is once again facing a tough time due to the recent swift flooding damage, and the rebuilding process will take time. It’s a big job ahead of us, but witnessing our community come together during this challenging time is inspiring and I know that we will emerge from this stronger than before. Thank you to the many emergency services personnel and volunteers who joined to help others in need, including during the clean-up. Your efforts have been inspirational. I’m here to support you and your loved ones during this challenging time. Feel free to reach out if there’s anything I can assist you with. My office is open on weekdays from 8:30am to 5pm, and I’ll be more than happy to help in any way I can. Australia Day There is something extra special about citizenship ceremonies held on Australia Day and it is a great privilege to share in the joy and excitement of our newest citizens as they are welcomed as fellow Australians. It’s a day to celebrate our culture, freedoms, and opportunities, acknowledging that we live in the greatest country in the world.
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It was an honour to join the citizenship ceremony in Samford, hosted by the Rotary Club of Samford Valley. We welcomed 30 new citizens and had the pleasure of meeting them, along with their family and friends. 2024 Dickson Community Awards As the local Federal Member, the Dickson Community Awards and the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony in Samford are highlights. They allow me to acknowledge our local heroes who go the extra mile to serve our community in Dickson. Thank you to all who took the time to nominate a fellow community member for the 2024 Dickson Community Awards. Citizen of the Year: Melissa Redsell OAM; Small Business of the Year: The Long Yard Larder; Community Group of the Year: Dayboro Boomerang Bags; Sports Person of the Year: Max Neumann; Young Sports Person of the Year: Tobi Rinaldi; Local Legend of the Year: Kevin Couch; Ian ‘Watto’ Watson Great Mate Award: Marvin Tenio; Dickson Hero Award: Brendan Mackay; Youth Achievement Award: Amiel Haddy; Community Service Award: Scott Harris, Sandra Huelsmann, Graham Turk, Elizabeth Willett; Volunteer Award: Kevin Greensill, Rose O’Neill, Zena Martin. Back to School The new school year has started, and I hope all local students have a fantastic year ahead. Congratulations to all the Preppies embarking on their school journey – your first year kicks off an exciting adventure of learning and making new friends. A shoutout to the students beginning their final year in Year 12 – wishing you the best of luck and success in your studies. What’s important to you? Feel free to reach out to my office anytime if you need assistance at peter.dutton.mp@ aph.gov.au or 3205 9977. You can also visit me during my mobile office caravan stops or drop by my office in Strathpine to share
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN 2024 The Brendale Evening VIEW (Voice, Interest and Education of Women) Club is seeking new members who want to make a difference in a child’s life. We welcome you to start the New Year as a valued member of The Smith Family. View members contribute significant fundraising and volunteering support to help Australian children in need to reach their full potential through The Smith Family Learning for Life Program. The Brendale View Club sponsors 8 Aussie children. We started the new year with our AGM in January. It was time a to applaud and say many thanks to the fundraising efforts of the outgoing 2023 committee. Zone Councillor Lyall announced the newly appointed Committee members for 2024 - President
Suzanne, Vice President Helen, Secretary Shayne, Assistant Secretary Margaret, Jill Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer Lorriane, Delegate is Fran and Publicity Officer is Barbara. Congratulations Ladies. Members can look forward to another year filled with guest speakers to entertain and educate us, to many social events, a fashion parade and other fundraiser events, and of course the many raffles and lucky door prizes. Save the date for the 3rd Tuesday night of each month at the Aspley Hornets Football Club so you do not miss out. Come and join us as a visitor next month, on the 20th February for our 25th Birthday Celebrations. Our guest entertainer will be Terry Hickson with Wacky Stories of a Shopkeeper. The theme for the birthday celebration is “Silver, White and Sparkling”. Ladies, come dressed up and shine. Upcoming events: 8th March: We look forward in celebrating International Women’s Day at the Aspley Hornets Football Club Carseldine. Bookings are essential. 30th March: Sausage sizzle at Brendale Bunnings. Come along and support this major fundraising event.
If dinner meetings are difficult, why not come to a ‘Coffee and Chat’ Morning? We meet on the first Saturday of each month at 10am at White’s Coffee Co. in the Bracken Ridge Tavern. Come and join our members at our Dinner Meetings, held on the third Tuesday of the month at Aspley Hornets Football Club, 6.30pm for a 7pm start. Bookings essential. Call Susanne: 0417 022 996. Barbara
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HEALTH & WELLBEING AVOID INFLAMMATORY FOOD TO HELP SAVE AGEING MUSCLES If you’re aged over 65 and having trouble unscrewing a jar or climbing a staircase, you may want to check your diet for inflammatory foods. That’s the latest “takeaway” from almost three years of PhD research by Dietetics graduate Corey Linton of the University of the Sunshine Coast. (UniSC) His latest paper, co-authored by three UniSC academics and published in the journal Nutrients, found links between the symptoms of muscle degeneration and the level of inflammatory foods in the diets of older people living in their own homes. “Those adults who recorded lower numbers on the dietary inflammatory index had higher muscle mass and strength compared to those with higher numbers on the index,” Mr Linton said. “While there is ample research into other factors influencing muscle health, from exercise to genetics, this study examined associations with people’s diets, in particular with foods considered inflammatory or anti-inflammatory.
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“The findings reinforce Australian nutrition guidelines which recommend that we all eat five serves of vegetables and two serves of fruit daily and balance our diets as much as possible.”
Mr Linton said diet was an important consideration as the rate of chronic musculoskeletal diseases such as sarcopenia (loss of muscle strength and function) continued to increase among ageing Australians. “Muscle health can be overlooked as a chronic disease but these participants told us how important it is to their daily lives, to enable independence and living in the community,” he said. His findings were based on 200 adults
aged between 65 and 85 recording what they ate in one 24-hour period, noting foods with positive or negative inflammatory effects such as vegetables, fruit, meat products, herbs and spices, raw and processed products. “We then assessed their musculoskeletal health, grip strength, walking and gait, and scanned their bone density and body composition using the university’s goldstandard DXA machine,” he said. PhD supervisor and UniSC Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics Dr Hattie Wright said food was a modifiable tool that could be used “a lot more” to assist healthy ageing. With an ageing population, it is vital to understand what people can do to maintain their independence, health, and quality of life as they grow older. The research, co-authored by Dr Wright, Dr Dan Wadsworth and Dr Mia Schaumberg, was funded through a UniSC-Sunshine Coast Council Regional Partnership Agreement. Mr Linton said he was pleased to have found inspiration for his PhD by building strong relationships with academics during his Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics at UniSC. Reprint from UniSC News.
HEALTH & WELLBEING NATURE BASED PSYCHOLOGY Cedar Creek Artist and Psychologist Shannon Yeardley is opening a new nature based psychology practice at Cedar Creek to offer holistic support and therapy in a beautiful calming environment. Shannon has previously worked in city based practices for most of her career over the past 20 years. (including establishing one of Brisbane’s largest psychology clinics in the city) Following some life changes, Shannon was keen to find a way to work more holistically, in environments that are calming and healing and with less time pressure restrictions. Her focus areas include assisting people to overcome depression, anxiety, stress, adjustment support and overcoming previous traumatic experiences. She has often mentored other health professionals to provide support - people in caring roles, people and families adjusting with life limiting illness and people who are highly sensitive. Shannon has extensive experiences in most traditional psychology approaches including CBT, ACT and EMDR, but also a strong somatic whole of body
and person focus with an emphasis on connection, attunement and strength based therapy. We all go through periods of challenge and our mind can get very stuck in patterns or mental blocks that can be difficult to navigate alone. It can be really rewarding to dedicate some time to clearing some of those older unhelpful blockages or challenges and to connect to a more calm,
happy and empowered chapter of your life. Psychology sessions are tailored to each individual and Shannon has a lovely therapy room off the verandah and in the tree tops, but also meets people regularly at the creek which is close by. Over the past couple of years during a career break and exploring states of flow and connection to nature, Shannon became a full time artist and now has an online art store and a small gallery at Cedar Creek open by appointment. All her art connects to the beautiful plant energy of our local surroundings - rainforest, bush and gardens. She was awarded a Doyles Hall of Fame art award in 2022 for her large scale painting ‘Rainforest at Cedar Creek’. Psychology sessions will be available Tuesdays and Thursdays starting mid February (Medicare rebate for Clinical Psychology available if referred by a GP with a Mental Health Care Plan). To learn more about Shannon’s approach, paintings or for psychology bookings, please visit www.artnaturelight.com
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HEALTH & WELLBEING WHAT TO PLAY PICKLEBALL? If you’re looking for a fun and budgetfriendly way to stay active in 2024, you might want to check out Samford Pickleball Club. This club has been growing rapidly since it moved to Mitchelton State High School, where it has access to 8 outdoor courts with a roof and lights. Pickleball is a sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis, and it’s easy to learn and play. Coach Zak, the founder of the club, said that many people who try pickleball for the first time become addicted to it. “It’s a great way to meet new people, have fun and get fit,” he said. The club offers sessions for all ages
and skill levels, from kids to seniors, from beginners to advanced players. You can join sessions from only $13 for two hours, and you don’t have to pay any membership fees. You can book your spot online through the Open Sports app. This year, Coach Zak plans to run different types of sessions at three locations: Mitchelton State High School, Samford
LIVING AUTHENTICALLY Holistic parenting is a form of conscious parenting which local Holistic Parenting Mentor and Transformation Coach, Natavia Maria, is passionate about teaching. Her programs educate families about the mental, physical, emotional and energetic aspects of themselves. She has established The Authentic Living School, tailoring her services to cater uniquely to individuals at any stage of their journey. Natavia has trained in various holistic healing modalities, coaching techniques, and has 25 years of experience in self-development. “A lot of my current work is with families teaching the holistic parenting method where I work with new or existing
parents, teaching them how their trauma is impacting their child, helping them to see and make changes within themselves, breaking intergenerational patterns then recreating healthy ways forward,” Natavia said. After growing up in New Zealand, Natavia moved to Sydney before then spending
Community Centre and The Hills PCYC. You can choose from round robin tournaments, social matches, coaching sessions and more. Whether you want to play for fun or compete for glory, there’s something for everyone at Samford Pickleball Club. Get in touch to learn more: samfordpickleball@gmail.com
seven years in the Cook Islands. “Moving to Rarotonga after living in Sydney felt like the ideal place to raise our daughter with laid-back, traditional island values and culture. During this time, I was actively engaged in mindfulness, healing, coaching, and teaching meditation in resorts, prisons, and within the government agency Internal Affairs,” she said. “My husband, our daughter and I were also deeply involved in various community projects with the locals. It was a wonderful experience.” While her international experience has shaped her immensely, there is much that Natavia appreciates about the latest area she calls home. “I love Samford for its lovely vibe and super friendly and supportive community. There is something very beautiful about the energy here, it is warm and everyone just flows in harmony with it. I feel that we are receiving the flow on from the energy of the mountains behind Samford, and it has a truly magical effect on everything in the village.” For anyone interested in Natavia’s support, she is happy to offer a 30 minute complimentary call for those who are local and mention this article. “I feel called to offer advice to those who may be wondering how to connect with their spirituality, inner essence, or to anyone who feels they are searching for a missing piece in their life, seeking external answers. What I’d like to share with those who resonate with this statement is that all the answers you may need already reside within your heart space.” www.nataviamaria.com Tanya Hall
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HEALTH & WELLBEING Healing the Land: Restoring Harmony and Balance in Samford Welcome to an exploration of an ageold practice that is as relevant today as it has ever been— Land Healing. Harnessing its transformative power can foster a more harmonious environment for households and businesses alike. Especially for a tightly knit community like Samford, where a cherished connection to the land thrives, knowing about Land Healing can prove both illuminating and enriching. It might get you wondering: could unhealed energies dwelling in your land be causing disharmony or problems in your life? Perhaps it’s time to delve into this. Land Healing, at its core, is all about adjusting and correcting disruptive energies on properties. These energies can cause considerable disharmony affecting not only humans but also buildings, animals and plants. In ensuring the energy balance of the property, the magic of healing unravels— improvements in people’s health, happiness and even wealth have been reported. Positive Ley Lines are networks of energy channels traversing the Earth. They carry high vibrational energy, which uplifts
the surroundings. Animals are naturally attracted to these areas, plants and trees seem to thrive, and people report feeling happier and more at peace. Harnessing this positive energy can bring about transformative healing effects. Contrarily, Negative Ley Lines carry low vibrational energy and have quite the opposite effect. They carry a low vibrational energy which can distort the body’s electromagnetic field, attract negative experiences, affect relationships and desolate the area. Healing these lines can result in a space coming back to life, restoring balance and vibrancy.
Geopathic Stress Zones, resulting from shifts in the earth’s underground, inadvertently affect the land and its inhabitants. They disrupt our vibrations, causing illness and disease. Healing these zones brings relief with the transformative energy healing leading to instantaneous health improvements. Then come the unseen and silent, yet influential, Underground water streams. Left unhealed, they can negatively impact reproductive health, delay projects, drain away finances and resources, cause structural harm to buildings, and exacerbate emotional issues. After their healing, however, the underground waterways cease to drain away life’s vitality. Instead, they promote a renewed sense of harmony and balance. Land Healing bears transformative powers. Whether you’ve noticed disharmony in the home or business, or simply looking to maintain the vitality of your surroundings, exploring Land Healing can be a unique way to enrich your connection to the land and enable an environment of flourishing energy. Want to learn more? Get in touch with Tayla Hewitt - www.taylaslandhealings.com
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Ven comes with a wealth of knowledge and experience, a Samford resident for over 20 years, he is well respected and regarded by his clients and the business community alike of which he has been an integral part of the growth in Samford. Owning the Little Tree Bake and Brew house and having owned various businesses including Post Code property, where Ven sold more than $380million. Ven has been in real estate for 9 years, his knowledge of Samford Valley and the surrounding localities is paramount, and his kind, caring nature, deep understanding of his client’s needs, and drive have given him the edge. He is passionate and very driven to always achieve the best results for his clients.
Pictured: Ven Grasso with Harcourts Managing Director, Mike Green & Harcourts Local Director, Jacqui Bartholomeusz
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ARCtick AU36888
BART’S BOBCAT EXCAVATOR & TIPPER HIRE • 4 ton Excavator – All Attachments • Bobcat • Truck with Tipper • Driveways – Asphalt / Concrete / Road Base • Concreting – Shed Slabs / Paths etc. • All Aspects of Earthworks including: Post Holes, Site Clean-ups, Footings etc. • Free Quotes
Bart 0419 757 384 Reliable, Experienced Owner/Operator Reg Builder No. 706257
New Business Old Values DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL SMART HOME AUTOMATION AIR CONDITIONING INSTALL & SERVICE ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKS POWER CONSUMPTION REPORTS SECURITY CAMERA INSTALLATION
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The
Electrician
Fencing
Electrician
The
ELECTRICAL
• Smoke alarm upgrades & testing
FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING with 30YRS EXPERIENCE
• Lighting & power including fans & pools • General electrical repairs • Emergency & exit lighting • Switchboard upgrades and testing
FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL & DATA NEEDS DOMESTIC, RURAL AND COMMERCIAL Call Or Email
Picture Framing service Dave 0416 078 789 • Building management systems
Alison 0405 312 189 Paintings, photos, repairs info@dped.com.au Local business with over 150 LIC. # 83186 WWW.DPED.COM.AU • Security systems, access customers in the Valley and control & data surrounding area. 07 3289 6652 Highly competitive and will call at www.jarcelelectrical.com.au your home to discuss requirements. Lic No 67612 Free quotes (you can send a photo) Please call / text Ross on 0408862646 Email: gluerross@yahoo.com.au • Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
VILLAGE ELECTRICS Your local Samford SparkIES
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Framing Services Picture Framing Service Paintings, photos, repairs
Local business with over 150 customers in the Valley & surrounding area. Highly competitive & will call at your home to discuss requirements. Free quotes (you can send a photo). Call / Text Ross on 0408 862 646 Email gluerross@yahoo.com.au
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Gas Fitters
Garry Wolfenden & Thomas Kovacs
0400 975 235 Making Connections
GAS FITTING QBCC No 1293340
Lic No: 90190
Install, repair, service and maintain any gas-run appliances including ovens, cook tops, BBQ and hot water systems. Leak detection, upgrades, regulators & bottles and new installations. All work Certified, Licenced and Insured.
CALL SELBY TODAY ON 0437 230 019
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Fencing
H Handyman
Presale Detailing House Soft Washing Roof Washing & Solar Panels Gutter Cleaning Handyman Repairs
Anthony 0401 210 038 info@aandcpropertydetailing.com.au
Lic:
86658
RURAL COMMERCIAL DOMESTIC ELECTRICAL
YOU DESIGN - WE SUPPLY & INSTALL
Dan 0407 582 146
Ring or Email for a free Quote 0413 121 360 /contact@lyhart.com.au
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VILLAGE PUMP TRADE & BUSINESS DIRECTORY – 0477 663 696 H L M VILLAGE PUMP LOCK-IT-UP The
Hire
Locksmith
Mowing/Property Maintenance
The
LOCKSMITHS ABN 69 571 067 221
STEVEN WEST Mobile
SAMFORD SAMFORD HIRE HIRE
ALL HOURS
• 12 YEARS IN THE INDUSTRY • ALL ASPECTS OF LOCKSMITHING • AUTOMOTIVE • COMMERCIAL • DOMESTIC • SAFE SALES & SERVICE
VALLEYACREAGE MOWING SERVICES Your local mowing specialist
4 x 4 Lawn Tractor - 5’Cutting Deck Horse & Livestock Pasture Small & Large Acreage Lawns Brushcutting – 6’Spraying Boom – Steep Terrain Fully Insured PROMPT – RELIABLE – AFFORDABLE
For after hours emergencies call 3289 1027
For after hours emergencies call 3289 1027 Monday – Friday 7-5 Saturday 7-1
Phone Colin 0416 189 959 or 3289 2953
Landscaping
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mowingbygreg@gmail.com
0411 577 432
*FOR: Builders * Builders * Handyman * Handyman * PartyHire Hire * Party 3289 3289 1027 1027
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MOWING BY GREG 0407 940 763 GREAT SERVICE – GREAT PRICE For acreage & residential mowing. Free Quotes.
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Limousines
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M Mower/Tractor Repairs Mobile Tyre Service Onsite Tyre Fitting & Puncture Repairs Specialising in Trucks, Tractors, ATV's, Mowers, Golf Buggy’s, Forklifts, Cranes & Skid Steers ABOUT US CONTACT - Highly qualified tyre technician with 18+ years experience - Expert advice - Prompt efficient service - Quality work guaranteed
CALL JEREMY
0475 588 590
www.alltreadtyres.com.au all-treadtyres
RIDE ON MOWER REPAIRS & SERVICING SMALL ENGINES, GENERAL WELDING AND FABRICATION NO FRILLS LOCAL - SINCE 1972
0417 716 662
J.G. Mechanical Services
Samford Village to Airport $110 - max 4 people
Onsite service and repair
0421 409 098 www.peterslimo.com.au All c redit c ards a ccepted & C ab c harge O ur s ervice is priceles s but our price is a ffordable
Mowing (Incl. Acreage, Edge Trim, Leaf Blow) Landscaping | Waste Removal | Planting | Pruning Pressure Washing | Hedging | Weed Spraying Mulching | Gutter Clean | Chainsaw Work Garden/General Cleanups SMALL PROJECTS INCLUDING: Fences | Retainers
Decks | Paving | Painting
Brisbane Premier Limo brispremlimos@gmail.com
SAMFORD EXTERNAL PROPERTY SERVICES
NEW LOCAL BUSINESS | ABN INSURED EQUIPPED | CAPABLE
0411 721 529 | vlado@vc.com.au
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Painter
FARM EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST
Tractor, Ride-On, Push Mower, Brushcutter, Blower, Chainsaw, Pump, Generator – OVER 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE – PROMPT & FRIENDLY SERVICE
Call Jason 0427 757 675 THE VILLAGE PUMP 9 FEBRUARY 2024 Page 49
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Painter
Plumbing
Plasterer
The
• Domestic • Commercial • Roofs • Insurance Work
Phone: 0412 024 834 Samford Valley BSA No. 896576
Plumbing, Draining & Gas
QBCC: 58945
Domestic & Commercial
New Build Renovations Extensions Maintenance
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Maintenance & Renova ons, Emergency Plumbing
PHONE: 3289 5502 MOBILE: 0414 775 033 *Blocked Drains & Repairs *Hot Water - Electric, Gas, Solar *Sewerage Systems *Sewer Camera Location Service Available *All Types of Gas Work www.mothersoleplumbing.com.au
CALL SELBY TODAY ON 0437 230 019 Maintenance, installation & new work Bathroom & kitchen fitout Gas ovens and heating Burst pipes & blockages Pumps, water tanks & irrigation Hot water systems - solar, gas & electric Good rates | 23+ years experience | QBCC No 1293340
S I M O N H O WA R T H Painter & Decorator
• Interior/Exterior • Decks • Plaster repairs • • Polite and clean service •
0458 761 080
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Plumbing
Rusty Wall’s Plumbing & Drainage Service
Contact Russell Wall
simonmh81@gmail.com
Mobile: 0416 069 279
QBCC 15057183
Troy Angove Plumbing
or ph. 3882 0161
Pty Ltd
* Blocked drains * Maintenance & new work * Domestic & commercial * Hot water * Roof & gutter repairs * Water tanks * Water pumps
Call Troy on 0418 736 156
7 DAYS - 24 HRS - BSA No: 065 612
Plumbing | Drainage | Gas Fitting
email: troy.angove70@gmail.com
Scott Hoole: 0422 591 673
QBCC: 1007358
QBCC Licence No. 15056423
Interior | Exterior | Residential | Commercial Industrial | Roofs | Local Painter
www.environpainting.com.au
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BSA Lic No. 744832
Quality Workmanship • Emergency Plumbing Services • New Homes & Complete Bathroom Renova ons • Domes c & Commercial Maintenance • Sullage Trenches • Gas Fi ng & Compliance Cer ficates • Hot Water Systems • Blocked Drains • Roof & Gu er Repairs • Pensioners Discount
P Property Poles
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VILLAGE PUMP TRADE & BUSINESS DIRECTORY – 0477 663 696 R S P VILLAGE PUMP The
Septic Tanks
Rendering
Printing
The
LIQUID WASTE PUMP OUTS • Septic & holding tanks • Grease traps
* Cement Rendering * Textures * Repairs * Renovations * Concreting
0413 597 491
VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Call Tony Edwards on M: 1800 003 134 or 0428 799 465 W: www.valleyenviro.com
www.tntsolidplastering.com.au QBCC 1065797
S Screens Blinds Shutters SAMFORD SECURITY & BLINDS
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Pump Repairs & Sales
Woven Stainless Mesh • Security Doors & Screens Flyscreens • Blinds • Awnings • Patio Enclosures Internal & External Shutters CONTACT BRETT FOR A FREE MEASURE & QUOTE 0418 641 241 • samsec@bigpond.com
FOR ALL HOME SEPTIC REPAIRS AND NEW SYSTEMS Family operated here when you need us Friendly service with custom solutions
CONTACT: 0427 374 392
www.maxfieldswastewater.com.au
QBSA Licence 744719 PUMPS | FILTRATION | IRRIGATION | POOLS
Household & Garden Pressure Pumps Water Filtration & UV installation and servicing Submersible & Above Ground Bore Pumps Irrigation Supplies Pool Chemicals & Instore Testing
Ph: 07 3289 2111
sales@samfordvillagepumps.com Shop 6/39 Main Street, Samford
Timber Shutters Direct See page 21 for details
Samford & Surrounds Waste Solutions Liquid Waste Removal septic tanks
greywater
treatment systems
grease traps
Clint Greensill - 0455 173 232
S Security Alarms
samfordwastesolutions@gmail.com
S Sewage Treatment
R Roofing
LOCAL EXPERTS IN HOME, BUSINESS & PERSONAL SECURITY
Alarm Installations Alarm Monitoring • HD Security Camera Systems • Personal Duress Alarms • Electrical Services FREE QUOTATIONS • •
0431 065 042 alltronic.com.au
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Sec Lic #4226262 Elec Lic #84729
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT SPECIALISTS INSTALLATION, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE
0418 892 493
Locally owned & operated for over 25 years
Septic Tanks
RIVERSIDE
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
MAINTENANCE CLEANING OF: • Septic Tanks • Grease Traps • Grey Water Tanks • Waste Water Treatment Systems • Septic Tank Trench Renewals Mick Lamb OWNER OPERATOR
Phone 0419 684 463
www.riversideenvironmental.com.au E: info@riversideenvironmental.com.au LIQUID WASTE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL
FOR ALL HOME SEPTIC REPAIRS AND NEW SYSTEMS Family operated here when you need us Friendly service with custom solutions
CONTACT: 0427 374 392
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The
Surveyors/Town Planners
Sewage Treatment
The
Treelopping
W.A.S Wastewater Solutions Pty Ltd
Wastewater Treatment Systems Servicing, Repairs & Pump Outs. Family owned and operated.
Call Geoff: 0424 157 712 Email: info@waswastewater.com.au www.waswastewater.com.au
LOCATED IN THE HEART OF SAMFORD!
CONSULTING SURVEYORS
• Tree Removals & Tree Pruning by Qualified Arborists • Stump grinding FRE • Landscaping Quot E • Land Clearing Call Us es Now! • 4x4 Truck / Crane Truck • Mulch & Firewood Sales • Qualified Arborist Consultations & Tree Risk Assessments
Rural & Residential Subdivisions Lot Reconfiguration Surveys Council Applications Joel Anderson 0468 646 134 Cornerstonesurveys.com.au
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Slashing
John Keal isn’t just a friendly water carrier, he also does Acreage Slashing • 4wd Tractor Slashing, 6 foot wide cut • Efficient and experienced • Keep you acreage under control • Reduce the risk of snakes • Minimise fire hazards
Ph: 3353 3211
Accredited Pool Safety Inspector
Is your pool's Family-owned Samford business Inspections & Certificates, safety certificate Pool Safety Compliance Advice out of date?
Your friendly, local Samford man for water deliveries, pools & slashing
Ph Paul - 0417 630 509 www.brisbanepoolcertifiers.com.au
PSI 101709
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ü Prompt Service ü Flexible Options ü No lock in contracts ü Samford Locals ü 25+ Years experience
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Surveyors/Town Planners
$7 New Customer Offer
Call Eric 0447 755 850
J.A. LIDDLE PTY LTD CONSULTING SURVEYORS
➢ Council Applications ➢ Subdivisions ➢ Contours, building setouts etc
PH: 3289 3411
Phil Anderson 0411 515 492
LAND SURVEYORS PUMPA CONSULTING • • • •
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PHONE 3289 3610 568 733 PHONE 3289 3610 or 0406 EMAILinfo@northbrisbanetrees.com.au info@northbrisbanetrees.com.au EMAIL WEBwww.northbrisbanetrees.com.au www.northbrisbanetrees.com.au WEB
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Tiler
Densley’s
ELITE
STONE & TILE
SPECIALISING IN ALL ASPECTS OF TILING; from marble to mosaic and main floors to bathroom renovations. For quality, reliable work and a free quote contact Shane.
Ph: 0412 624 783 BSA 1088064
over 25 years genuine experience our depot is only 5 minutes from the village
crane truck stump grinder 18 inch woodchipper large tree specialist $7clearing New Customer Offer land Callmulch Eric 0447 755 850 forest for sale
phone Steve:
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The
Water Carriers
Treelopping
The
TREE LOPPING + MULCHING + STUMP GRINDING No job too big or small!
✓ Qualified Arborists ✓ Storm damage & clean up ✓ Tree and Palm removal ✓ Electrically certified ✓ Tree Trimming ✓ Residential, Commercial ✓ Stump Grinding & Government
Water Carriers
Water Deliveries
MAINS DRINKING WATER
Call for a Quote! SAMFORD AREA
FREE QUOTES - FULLY INSURED
Locally Owned Family Business
Contact 3888 3326 or 0400 595 038 | lumberjackqld.com.au
Stump Grinding Services
Samford’s Best Value
Mains drinking water only Council approved and locally owned
0433 111 914
W Water Tanks
Ph Mike: 0417 703 962
David Day
Owner/Operator Free Quotes
Mob 0438 741 627
ABN 34553365566 email@bearstumpgrinding.com.au
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tankgoodness@iinet.net.au
SamfordWaterCarriers Local family owned and operated business Serving the Valley since 1981
Water Tank Cleanin g Minima l Water Loss Sanitisation to kill Bacteri a Water Filtration Systems
Tuition
Guitar Tuition Professional guitarist Beginners to advanced Private lessons
John Hogan 0413 788059
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The Original
Call Warren on 0411 774 767
Council Approved 2 x 14,000 litre hygienic tankers Household drinking water & pools only All areas prompt reliable service Samford local since 1966 ROB & HELEN WEBER Mobile 0417 744 702 * www.samfordwatercarriers.com
TV & Communications
John Keal of Samford
is your friendly local Water Carrier (& I do tractor slashing as well)
Call 3353 3211
I’ve lived in & delivered all over the valley since 1972 & I love to help you! T/As Samford H20 to Go!
VILLAGE PUMP CLASSIFIEDS
0477 663 696
www.pristine water.com.au
JUSTICES OF THE PEACE COMMISSIONERS FOR DECLARATIONS
Justice of the Peace (Qualified) Community Hub (SCHUB): Tuesday evenings .................. 4pm - 7pm Thursdays .......................... 9am -12noon Maggie Scattini (Mt Nebo) ........ 3289 8175 Peter Gloor (Cedar Ck)...........0409 482 767 Peter Jackson (Camp Mtn) ..........3289 6495 John Green .............................0400 373 726 Ben Sorensen .........................0407 302 544 Sue Flinders (Kobble Ck) ......0466 619 660 David Macdonald(S/Valley)...0452 406 050 Justin Desmond ......................0438 380 767 Julie Lummis (Armstrong Ck) .0404 606 575 Merv Brown ............................0408 748 133 Linda Smith ............................0409 637 203 Anna Burden...........................0423 594 900 Liz Gibbs .................................. 3289 1700
Commissioner for Declarations Alison Murphy ..............................3289 2835 Don Goebel ............................0412 932 288 THE VILLAGE PUMP 9 FEBRUARY 2024 Page 53
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GENERAL
HEALTH & WELLBEING
ALLPRO PRESSURE WASHING: 0411 160 098 allpropressurewashing.com.au
HEALING PRACTICES. Movement, Meditation, Creativity www.sonjakaytherapist.com.au
FREE removal unwanted cars/car bodies. 0412 268 087.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Early childhood/school/ executive skills, self care, sensory/self regulation. gwen@ gwenliddleot.com M: 0413 124 121
ACCOMMODATION SAMFORD “SOUL” ACCOMMODATION: House for Hire, 3 bed short term. Cabins delivered to you. Winnebago for hire. 3289 6000
SERVICES ACREAGE and domestic mowing, whipper-snipping, gardening and pressure cleaning. Cheap fixed rates, honest and reliable. Ring Liam 0472 626 206 CELEBRANT with depth and warmth. Contact Margit on 0410 030 870 or margitradcliffe@gmail.com DRIVEWAY/PATHS/CARPARKS DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIAL CLEANING: 0411 160 098 allpropressurewashing.com.au HOUSEWASHING: 0411 160 098 allpropressurewashing.com.au LANTANA a problem? Call Peter on 0417 726 923 for prompt removal, roots and all with no pesticides used. LOCAL CLEANING LADY $30/hr. 0488 483 231.. MORTGAGE BROKER Sarah Doyle Mortgage Choice 0401 435 775. SOLAR PANEL CLEANING: 0411 160 098 allpropressurewashing.com.au TLC CLEANERS – Reliable, local service over 20yrs. Many references avail. 0414 328 945
YOGA AT ZEN SPACE is for every-body! With nearly 15 classes a week we are your one stop shop for yoga & meditation offering courses and classes for beginners, over 60’s and established students. Plus regular workshops, weekly HeartSong Community Choir and live music events! Space for hire for your events too! www.zenspace. com.au or 0421 058 250 for more info.
POSITIONS VACANT GARDENER REQUIRED Camp Mountain. Please phone Diana 0407 597 055. WANTED: Truck Driver. Min HR Licence. Ph: 3298 5436
NEXT SDPPA MEETING Wednesday 21 February, 2024 Samford Community Hub (SCHUB). 7pm start. All welcome. Further information: secretary@samfordprogress.org.au. Come and hear about what’s happening in your community.
WELDING: Minor welding work. 0407 255 549 YOUR HOME CLEANED & SANITISED by KellieLee. Wkly/ftnly/3wkly/mthly. Spring cleans,one off cleans. Blinds, windows & home ironing. Productive quality job assured. Professional pride & joy in work. Reliable & trusted service for over 12 yrs. Call: 0412 822 115
ANIMALS EQUI-RUG HORSE RUG WASH & REPAIR SERVICE. Regular pickup from Brookies Rural (formerly Gleam O’Dawn), Dayboro Produce, Horse & Co, Dayboro. Contact Pauline Yates 0409446049 or Facebook/Equi-Rug FARRIER Good rates. 0417 738 722 PET RESORTS AUSTRALIA SAMFORD. Ph: 3289 1600 W: petresortsaustralia.com
TUITION DRIVER TRAINING: Automatic/manual, accredited female trainer, own car only. $40 p/hr M: 0434 544 215.
MAGAZINE STANDS/MULTIPLE COPIES Belle Property Community Bank Samford (Bendigo) Cafe Lagarto Drakes Samford Drop Out Cafe Famous Samford Patisserie Fish Lips Samford Flight Centre Gleam O’Dawn Little Tree Bake & Brewhouse Long Yard Larder Mooey’s Mt Nebo PO Ray White Samford Design & Print Samford Variety Store The Slab Hut Spokes Cafe Tourist Centre
COMMUNITY CONTACTS Aikido Samford Club Beginners welcome. Darren 0402 901 933. Facebook: Aikido Samford
Alcoholics Anonymous Helpline 3255 9162 Samford Community Hub every Tues: 7pm. Farmers Hall every Thurs: 10am. No need to book just turn up. These are both child friendly meetings.
Archery- Target Archers Beginner courses and new membership enquiries email: samfordvalleytargetarchers@gmail.com
Arana Leagues Social Golf Club plays golf on alternate w/ ends throughout the year. Sat afternoon/Sun mornings. Call President Ted Goodwin 0407 036 891 Army Cadets: Samford 107 ACU parades from 6pm to 8:30pm every Monday, excluding holidays at Samford Community Hub. E: 107ACU@ armycadets.gov.au for further information. Avenue of Honour For all information on this project or to order a
memorial plaque contact samfordaoh@gmail.com or leave a message at the RSL on 3289 6928
Book Club Contact Rose: 0414 973 010, E: rose.moss@bigpond.com Bunya Residents Association SES Building, James Drysdale Sport Reserve 7.30pm last Wed of month, Jan, Mar, May, July, Sept, Nov. email: president@bunyaresidents.asn.au. www.bunyaresidents.asn.au Caravan Club Dog friendly club holds rallies one week each month within 350km. Marion 0409 028 851.
Showgrounds Pavilion - Seating for 500. 3289 7057. Samsonvale Hall - Linda Jeffrey 0416 735 361. Cedar Ck Hall - cedarcreekhall4520@gmail.com Samford Bowls Club - info@samfordbowlsclub.com.au Samford Community Centre, School Rd - 0408 665 434 Mt Nebo Hall - mtnebohall@mtnebo.org.au Samford Scout Hall & Shelter - David Reed 3040 6400 Anglican Church Hall 3289 1715 Zen Space Samford - 0421 058 250
Showgrounds - 2nd Wednesday each month. www.samfordshowsociety. com.au
Liberal National Party LNP Darcy Creighton 0403 435 606
Samford Bowls Club Bowling Tues 9am & 1pm, Wed 9am, Sat
Lions Club 7.00pm on the first and third Thursday of the month. Contact David 3289 4378 samford@lionsq3.org.au
Samford Community Folk Dance. All welcome at 7:30pm
Mah-jong at Samford Bowls Club Every Wednesday & Friday 1pm4pm. Contact Jan Smith: 0402 623 794
Meals on Wheels Delivery Mon - Fri. Ph: 0409 920 824. samford@ mowmbr.org. New volunteers always welcome.
Men’s Coffee Morning: Meet other local retired and semi-retired men for a coffee and chat. 9.30am every Friday at Fish Lips, Main St, Samford. Contact Morris: 0409 614 85 Millen Farm a not-for-profit volunteer run organic permaculture-based
community farm - education area, market garden, community exchange. Contact: Martine Nordh 0450 696 854.
days 10am-4pm. Ph. 3289 3113
1pm. Venue hire/enquiries info@samfordbowls.com.au
on 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month in the Farmers Hall. Contact Heather 3289 4708 www.colonialdance.com.au
Samford Community Singers Mondays 7pm. Farmers
Hall. Coordinator, Nettie Carroll 0412 991 759. Membership Secretary: Raymond Adams 3289 1789
Samford Hash Group Since 1991. Runners, walkers, joggers. Ph Haughty 3289 4378 Payback 3298 5194.
Samford Hash House Harriers Contact Stubby 3425 2849 for location of run. Meet 5pm every Sunday. (4pm winter)
Samford Landcare www.samfordlandcare.org.au. Contact:
samfordlandcare@gmail.com
Mt Nebo Residents Assoc. Mt Nebo Hall at 7.30pm on the first
Samford Museum Station St, open every Wednesday & Sunday 10am - 4pm. info@samfordmuseum.com.au. Ph: 3289 2743
Cedar Creek Bushcare Group: 2nd Thurs of the month (except
Wednesday of the month. mtnebohall@mtnebo.org.au www.mtnebo. org.au
Sacred Heart Catholic Church: Enquiries 3355 2667 Samford Valley Community Church. 3289 2832 Samford Baptist Church: Pastor Samuel Thompson 0409 797 931 St Pauls Anglican Church: Rev Robert Paget 3289 1715 Brisbane Christian Fellowship: Alan Elliott 3289 2888 Mitchelton Presbyterian Church: Rev. Phil Campbell 3355 3843 Baha’i Faith Azita 0405194623 Church of United Spiritualism: Rev Lee Ovenstone 0404 059 916 Alive Church: Ps Duane Van Vuuren 0488 495 049 Mychurch Everton Park Ph: 3355 7444 Nexus Church Samford: www.nexuschurch.com.au Messianic Ministry: Chris 0426 774 778. 1st & 3rd Sun/month 2-4pm.
Samford Art & Craft Association Slab Hut John Scott Park 7
Samford Local Growers 3rd Sunday of each month, 9am to 11am. Contact Jason 0407 740 856 or go to http://groups.google.com.au/ group/samford-local-food-group
6.30pm at the new comunity hall. mtgloriouscommunityassociation@ outlook.com
Churches/Religions
Highvale. samssecretary1@gmail.com
Mt Glorious Community Assoc Meets third Thurs of month.
Cards@TheSCHUB: 1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of each month. 11am to 3pm. All card games welcome. Contact June at nowhiskey53@ gmail.com Dec and Jan). Andy Williams Park. 8:30am - 10:30am. MBRC provide tools and insurance. All welcome. Contact Fiona 0421 071 412
Samford Area Men’s Shed Tuesdays 9am, Showgrounds Drive,
Native Plants Qld (formerly SGAP) CWA Hall 6.45pm first Tuesday of month (except January). E: samford@npq.org.au
Samford Patchworkers Meet CWA Hall every Wed morning 9am except 3rd Wed. Ph: Rae 0407 693 818. ‘Nighties’ meet at Samford Community Hub 2nd & 4th Wed. 6.30pm to 9pm. Ph: Victoria 0438 757 185
Netball Club Meetings are the 1st Monday of each month at the
Samford Pool - Redfin Aquatics www.redfinaquatics.com.
Parklands Clubhouse, 7pm. Contact Sonya Grieve 0428 648 154. www. samfordnetball.org.au
North Pine Poultry Club Inc Meet 3rd Saturday of each month. See facebook page for details.
M: 0448 726 343
Samford Rangers Football Club (Soccer) President - Matt Kilkelly - pres@samfordrangers.org.au, 0437 437 313. Stuart Carter, General Manager, gm@samfordrangers.org.au, 0401 718 875
Samford Riding for the Disabled Samford Showgrounds Call
Pine Rivers Croquet Club Deakin Street, Brendale. Social sports club, play days: Tue, Wed, Thurs, Sat. Carolyn 0480271272 or pinerivers@croquetqld.org
0458 246 883. www.samfordrda.com.au
CD’s, DVD’s, social groups Contact Linda Murray 0408 062 393 or email info@communitylibrarysamford.org
Pine Rivers Koala Care Assoc Inc 24 hour Koala & Wildlife
samford.scoutsqld.com.au www.samfordscouts.com.au Ph: 3040 6400
Creative Samford Inc A community group whose aim is to foster and increase the visibility of all arts in Samford & surrounds. Contact: admin@creativesamford.com
Playgroup Contact samfordplaygroup@gmail.com or www.facebook.
CWA CWA Hall at 10.00am on the third Wednesday of the month.
Pony Club Committee meetings at Richards Rd, 7.30pm first Monday of the month. Pony Club Muster at Richards Rd on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month at 8.30am. www.samfordgvponyclub.org.au
Community Library Samford Books, games, jigsaw puzzles,
Hall bookings Lilah: 0421 709 723
Cycling Samford Velos. Every Saturday from Samford Patisserie. Contact Daryl Van Cooten 3289 8319 (h) 3480 6602
Rescue 0401 350 799.
com/samfordplaygroup
Reko Samford & Dayboro: Order ea week online for contactless
pickup ea Saturday. Facebook: Reko Samford/Reko Dayboro for details.
Eco Corridor Samford (SDPPA) Monthly bushcare 2-4pm 2nd Sunday except Dec/Jan. Meet in Samford parklands carpark by netball courts. samfordecocorridor@gmail.com
Rotary Club of Samford Valley 6.45pm second and fourth Tuesday. Contact President Rob Robinson 0488 770 419
Equestrian Group (SEG) Riders of all ages and
RSL Sub-Branch Memorial Park corner Main and Progress.
abilities welcome. For full details, calendar & contacts - www. samfordequestriangroup.com
Gold’s Scrub Bushcare Group Last Wed of the month from 8am. Samsonvale. Contact Lesleyon 0401 552 386
Greens Meetings online 6.30pm, first Tues of each month. Facebook: pineriversgreens. E: pine.rivers@qld.greens.org.au
Green Thumb Farm Meet likeminded people,weekly community farm sessions. W/E Workshops – learn to grow, preserve & compost. E: admin@greenthumbfarm.org.au www. greenthumbfarm.org.au
Pension and welfare on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Meetings as arranged, phone 3289 6928 for details or email samford@rslqld.org
Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association (SDPPA) Meetings 7pm, 3rd Wed of month @
Samford Scout Group Membership enquiries to David Reed: gl@ Samford Support Network 0470 214 916. SSN@ samfordsupportnetwork.com. www.samfordsupportnetwork.com. Samford Stags Rugby League Club Committee meetings
at 6.30pm at the Clubhouse on the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Mick Hughes 3289 1027
Samford Stingrays Swim Club Enquiries Liz Castle registrar@samfordswimclub.com.au 0413 387 120
Samford Tennis Club Enquiries Jessica Catterall 0466 883 899 www.samfordtennis.net. hello@southerncrosstennis.com.au Samford Valley Markets. 2nd Saturday each month 7am-noon. Facebook: Samford Valley Markets.
Samford Valley Weather Station Visit www.samfordweather.
com
SCHUB. Email: secretary@samfordprogess.org.au W: samfordprogress. org.au Facebook: SDPPA
Samford & District Carriage Drivers Based at the Samford Showgrounds. Contact sdcarriagedriversinc@gmail.com
Samford & Districts Chamber of Commerce Meets
Halls for Hire
7am on the second Wednesday of each month at the SCHUB. Contact secretary@samfordchamber.com
Halls for Hire Continued CWA Hall. Lilah 0421 709 723
Samford & District Show Society Committee meetings at
Samford Community Hub (SCHUB) - manager@schub.org.au Farmers Hall, 0422 054 378.
FIRES
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL: 000 Local Rural Brigades: SAMFORD 3289 1441 SAMSONVALE 0481 469 891 CLOSEBURN 3289 4811 CLEAR MTN 3298 6357
FIRE WARDENS: SAMFORD
CLOSEBURN-UPPER CEDAR CREEK
Closeburn and Upper Cedar Creek: Miles Boon 0409 661 353
Highvale: Rob Packer 0408 728 727 Jolly’s Lookout: Les Austin 3289 1465 Mt Glorious Rd to and incl. Hulcombe Rd: Noel Draper 3289 1811 Gibbons Road: Kemsley McDowall 0428 671 089 Samford Village: Tony Marks 0422 001 814 Camp Mountain: Bob Millar 0409 890 203 Wights Mtn: Garry Morrison 3289 1748 Draper: Irwin Draper 3289 1497
CLEAR MOUNTAIN John Blake 0418 878 575
SAMSONVALE
Kobble Creek east of Mt Samson Rd & Watson Rd to Dales Rd: Glen Lake - 0418 153 116 Kobble Creek from Dales Rd to Kriesch Rd: Steve Arkell 3289 9061 - 0408 792 975 Kundes Rd south of Hills Rd to Clear Mtn Rd & Basin Rd Area: Chris Kunde 0408 180 669
MT NEBO
Mt Nebo Terry Bradford 3289 8181 Mt Glorious Bob Snowdon 0422 609 477 or 3289 0150 All fires more than 2m in any direction require a permit
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