Asked what she liked most about her job, Sinead said, “I like helping other people. That is why I had the idea to work in Aged Care already since High School. I find it most rewarding when I am able to make the residents happy and can help to make their lives a little bit easier. I find it very rewarding to get to know each resident and know what their needs are and how they like something done. It makes me happy when
and strengths, disability or not,” she said.
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Like many young women her age, 21-yr-old Samford Valley local, Sinead Skorka-Brennan dreamed of finding the perfect job. One that would build her confidence but also give her independence and job satisfaction. In a world where preconceptions about disability are still an issue, she was finding employment opportunities really difficult to come by. You see, Sinead is a young woman with Down Syndrome and because of this, she is often treated like a child, instead of a young gymnast,adult.having represented Australia at the Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi in March this year, bringing home four medals, two of them gold in bar and beam events. She was also the recipient of the 2019 Dickson Young Sportsperson of the Year Award. You would think these achievements alone would open doors for her – but unfortunately not.
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Anticipation is building for the Samford and Surrounds Trail and Open Studios, this weekend and continuing for the next four weekends in five local artists will display their talents throughout the Samford Valley, Samford Village, Yugar through to Warner, Cedar Creek, Clear Mountain and Dayboro. the talented artists and artisans for a great day out (or several!) in our beautiful includesregion. a map) from the Slab Hut in Samford, Information Centres and selected retail outlets in the area, head to
Drawing from these observations allows her to connect with the viewers of the resulting artwork. Danielle will donate a portion of the sale of artworks sold from this collection, to the corresponding animals’ preservation fund, in your name. Danielle’s studio is Number 23 in the Arts
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“I make cups of tea and coffee and serve meals and drinks. I feed someone if they can’t feed themselves. I help with activities like craft or physio classes, take residents for walks, or push someone in a wheelchair or wheelie bed so that they can participate in special activities, for example in a concert. I will also run activity programs in the future,”
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Enter the award-winning and critically acclaimed ABC documentary series Employable Me, which followed the stories of nine people with disabilities as they battled to find work. The documentary, which was aired in April, aimed to show potential employers the capable people behind their condition and highlight the importance for people to feel valued. Throughout the series, participants worked with experts, job coaches and their families to uncover their skills and talents and match them to roles that harnessed their strengths.
Sinead hoped to work in aged care with the goal of improving the lives of those she cared for. Taking steps toward her goal, she completed a Certificate 3 in Aged Care and was looking for an employer to give her a chance. That employer was Anglicare Symes Grove, where Sinead secured a parttime role, helping residents with their daily
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The second grant round will open on Saturday 1 October 22 closing at midnight on Sunday 30 October 22. Now is the time to think about the current needs of your community group or club, so you are ready to start your application when the grant round opens.Grants will be considered for volunteer run non-profit groups in the Samford Valley and surrounding districts area. Grants are provided for specific projects and must not be used to pay for general expenses such as rent. Part funding of projects will also be eligible. Preference will be given to organisations that have not received recent grant funding from the SDPPA.
The Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association received some great applications in the first grant round this year and has distributed grants totalling almost $23,000.
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SEG are immensely grateful for grant funding from SDPPA towards purchase of a multi-use water trailer. The trailer will serve several uses at our home grounds on Denis Goodwin Reserve (DGR). First and foremost, the trailer will enable us to provide clean drinking water to areas not serviced by infrastructure (pipes & taps). This convenience will not only enhance event enjoyment and improve efficiency, but importantly it will provide better support to SEG’s many older members and those with disability who often struggle to carry large tubs of water from far-away taps.
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SDPPA have been instrumental in their support for our club over recent years. Grants in general have played a significant role in enhancing our community space - creating vibrancy and significant momentum for our club. Largely as a result of generous grant providers like SDPPA, our club membership has now doubled to well over 400 - and still growing strong! Since joining SEG’s committee in the grants role 6 years ago, I’m immensely proud of that extraordinary legacy and the ongoing community benefits we see happening daily.
grant projects on DGR, are now a very proud legacy we all get to enjoy and will do for many years to come. What can I say - HUGE thanks again SDDPA!
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The trailer will also be used to transport various items of bulky heavy equipment in support of events and the Samford Show. And of course any measure that reduces effort then translates into better support for our revered volunteers - many of whom have mature-age backs to match!
Little did we know another long drought, cyclonic winds and heatwaves continued to prevail long into that summer and beyond. The trees needed regular deep watering just to survive the harsh climate and barren soil conditions.Thankfully the water infrastructure (funded by SDPPA) saved every one of those trees from certain death and they’re now thriving. Those trees, like many other
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And, on the subject of water - as it happens:Thanks to a SDPPA grant back in early 2017, we were able to install desperately needed underground water pipes to access the only available bore water. That project was a game-changer, enabling us to hold
larger events and create more revenue to grow in more ways than one! With bore water on tap, we could then plant 20 advanced native trees on DGR later that year, thanks to tireless help from community volunteers and MBRC grant funding.
Segway to ‘flow on’ effects of grantsbuild it and they will come I say!
So now, with Pia’s own children attending Samford State School decades on (who are the great-great grandchildren of Harry and Winifred Hine), she wanted to develop a
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meaningful engagement that connected to the truth-telling of the past whilst also being relevant to the present and looking to the possibilities of the future.
earth earth, so peaceful so colourful and special you couldn’t be better Haiku by Cameron
Not only was this engagement transformational for the participating students, teachers and wider school community, but the legacy outcome of this program has resulted in a mural at the library entrance titled, Imagining the Future of this Land Filled with Smoke and Hope, that reflects the thoughts and feelings and magical motifs of our year 6 students, interwoven with references to relevant archival photography, and Joseph Lycett’s Aborigines Hunting Kangaroos with Fire (1817).Namely, the mural borrows and extends Lycett’s smoke motif as one visible sign of First Nations peoples making, managing, and caring for their sovereign lands. The smoke motif (plumes of blue) can be seen in the mural emerging through all of time, which plays out as a loosely chronological but non-linear and open-ended reel from left to right. The mural aims to capture a sense of place and time (the past, the present, and the future on Aboriginal lands) marked by imminent change, hope and new life for the whole school community to enjoy.
Some of the artworks created by the year 6 students will be part of the Moreton Bay Youth Art Awards, as well as an exhibition at the Arana Hills Library for the month of November 2022.
future is coming worlds will turn and change, skies filled with rainbows and love Haiku by Shona
SAMFORD’S VERY FIRST PUBLIC ARTWORK LAUNCHES
The result was an artist-in-residence program involving two incursions (and lots of mess making) at Samford State School with local artist, Dr Sally Molloy and year 6 students. Dr Molloy is a local multidisciplinary artist. Her practice explores her relationship with place and time by interrogating colonial legacy through art history and Australian landscape traditions.
During the program, year 6 students participated in artist-led workshops, reflecting on this significant year for the school and for them (being their final year of primary school) - what this means to them - by exploring the past, present and future of the school, Samford and beyond, through artmaking.
One of the activities involved students writing a Haiku (a form of Japanese poetry made of short, unrhymed lines that evoke natural imagery) to the students of the future, with one of these selected to frame the artwork:
This initiative is part of Samford State School 150 Year Celebrations, supported by Principal Nicole Collins and her team, and made possible through a Community Bank Samford ‘2022 Samford and Pine Rivers Community Grants Program’ on behalf of Samford State School P&C.
THE FUTURE IS COMING: THE MAKING OF A MURAL
On 10th September 2022, during a very busy and colourful Samford State School Spring Festival, a quiet happening occurred with momentous impact. Samford’s first major public artwork was launched as part of the Samford State School 150-year celebrations.Thisisno ordinary mural, this artwork, which is situated at the entrance of the school library, was ignited from a family tree and history from 1930s where school, students, teaching and Principals were quite different.Theinstigator of this project is local cultural producer, Pia Robinson, Founder of The Culture Crusader. Her husband’s great-grandmother, Winfred Hine, was a schoolteacher at Samford State School and great-grandfather was ex-Principal Harry Hine, who contributed to the foundations of what Samford has become today - helping get the Bowls Club off the ground, planting a number of pine trees in the school grounds with the intention to sell the wood to allow for more students to access education –(they have grown to become a grove of towering trees still in the grounds). He also dished out the cane and was a very strict father to his daughter, Shirley Kenman (nee Hine). Being the Principal’s daughter was no easy life back in the 1930s and 1940s.
Imagining the Future of this Land Filled with Smoke and Hope, 2022 Sally Molloy (in collaboration with Year 6 students from 2022) Acrylic latex paint on concrete
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SAMFORD STATE SCHOOL CELEBRATES WITH A LEGACY MURAL
Image credits: Pia Robinson, Toby Scott and Adam Nicholas
An item by Peg Nugent in a 1988 Village Pump recalls games of this era featuring lunch under the Farmers Hall. One Sunday a huge storm hit unexpectedly. All had to grab the nets so the tape wouldn’t rot, put their wooden racquets under their skirts to stop them warping, and huddle in the flimsy tennis shelter. Everyone thought the Farmers Hall roof was going to blow off. Jack Lawson’s tank had been lifted onto the train line and the train was due. So all the men raced to shift the hefty tank while the women watched anxiously for the train smoke. Thankfully the train was late. The courts were still too wet post-storm to play, so Mick Stern decided to hasten the drying by pouring petrol onto the courts - apparently an old trick.
Memories and moments of history flowed, sparked by Samford Museum and Warren Meale’s new photo display.
Game, Set & Match after a Century of Tennis
99 YEAR LANDMARK SERVES FOR THE MATCH
Fixtures resurged in the 1980s led by President Ross Pickering and Treasurer/ Coach Paul Flemming. Major court renovations were started to solve drainage issues. A very wet year in 1988 continually postponed the opening of the long-awaited all-weather courts. The Samford Tennis Classic and Veterans Tournament had to be staged on various private courts but were a success with proceeds to the Samford Show Society for its tree planting program.
Grahame and Maria Shelley take to the courts ‘vintage style’ with tennis friends
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When a 99-year-old district landmark is to go, it’s fitting to celebrate the central community role it has played. So, on Sunday 28 August, some tennis players from as far back as the 1940s gathered at the Samford Village Tennis Courts to farewell this space that is soon to be a car park.
Like some other local sporting sites, it was one family’s generosity that made the past century of tennis in the heart of Samford possible. The pioneering Cash family donated the land for the Farmers Hall and its adjacent sporting fields. The Brisbane Courier of 29 May 1923 reported on the ‘new’ district passion for tennis:
For the past few weeks a number of young residents of the Samford district have been very busy preparing a tennis court which is to be opened by Mr. Robinson, head teacher of the local State School, on Saturday, June 9. Tennis is a new pastime in this district, and great enthusiasm is being displayed by the club members. The court is situated in an excellent position, practically in the centre of the township. The following officers have
been elected- President Mr. T. Richards; vice presidents Messers G. Robinson, F. Neilson, A. W. Kingston, E. Guldbransen, H. W. Cash, H. Rive, A. Lawson, R Morrison, A Beier, and W. Morrison; secretary, Miss M Kingston; treasurer, Mr. C. Robinson; captain, Mr. G. Kingston; vice-captain, Mr. E. McDowall.
saw a monthly tennis club dance at the Farmers Hall including euchre tournaments and the musical stylings of the Dayboro Band. These dances fun-ded facilities and equipment. In March 1937, a newly formed Recreation Club voted to renovate the Samford Court and seek a quote for electric light poles for night tennis. Fundraising was novel. Reports tell of a Treasure Hunt for a one-pound note, and the group also gained Pine Shire Council permission for a carnival on the new bridge on the Mount O’Reilly Road, after its official opening (1938).
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Some ‘younger’ attendees at our August farewell recalled the 1960s and 70s when new generations of families were playing and being coached at the Village. Before that, coaching meant going into the ‘Big Smoke’. The thrill of playing in a tournament and winning a Samford Championship as a Junior has stayed a happy memory for some.
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They did it in style, including Maria and Grahame Shelley in vintage tennis kit with wooden rackets. Final court time, and a cuppa and chat at the Farmers Hall were all a smash!
A second court in Samford followed soon after in August that year, thanks to the Samford Tourist and Athletic Association. Although tennis came to Queensland in the 1870s, courts had tended to be part of large private houses. Because courts mostly weren’t enclosed, shots had to be contained and so tennis was seen as a sedate enough game for women to play alongside men. Many Samford District tennis players ‘courted on the court’ (including in the 1940s my parents, Daphne andTheMerv).1930s
The nearby train brought other teams from afar - Alderley, Enoggera, Mitchelton, Grovely, Samsonvale and beyond. Olive Gilbey gave us a laugh with her recollections of tennis in the 1940s. Olive and her friends would have to abruptly stop playing as the train passed by - to wave to their boyfriends on the train.
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enough, many social and fixture players would have wished the old courts to remain as part of the Village and Hall precinct, but the Village Courts have hit the net of change. The 99 years of Samford Village Tennis won’t be forgotten, and the Farmers Hall, Samford Museum and Parklands Complex will have photos on display.Ifreaders have memories, photos or details they’d like to add as Samford moves to 100 years of tennis in 2023, please share them with Samford Museum for its history files. You can find out more about enjoying tennis in Samford http://samfordtennis.net/ Farewell on behalf of all those who’ve loved tennis at the Village Courts.
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Gary Scaife Past President & Life Member, Samford Tennis Club
Long serving Treasurer and social organiser Joan Cullen recalled the fun of gala Tennis Balls and the dinners and breakfasts of the following decade. Wimbledon at Samford complete with merchandise was a highlight. But it was all serious fun as Past Presidents Volker Jahnke and Grahame Shelley mentioned: fixtures were competitive, and every game really was like playing for that sheep station.
The sale of the CSIRO lands, growth and the wish to enable more tennis for young and old across the district saw the Village Courts players working with Cr Bob Millar and team to create the New Parklands Tennis Centre. What an undertaking! But an honour to collaborate with then President Howard Neilson and Treasurer Joan Cullen to help secure the future of tennis in the Samford district.
Tables of 6 or more available for bookings now. Smaller groups also welcome and you will be grouped with new people to meet!
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There will be fashion, food, cocktails, live music, heaps of fun – and no horse race.
Cafe Lagarto is located at the Lifestyle Centre on Mt Glorious Road.
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on Tuesday 1st November and you’re invited.
All funds raised will support two charities: The Carers Foundation and Transitioning Thoroughbreds Foundation.
team, it’s appropriate to record thanks to all the community leaders across the decades who’ve enabled this ongoing tradition of tennis and camaraderie. The decades-strong link with the Farmers Hall was to the fore with Volker Jahnke, Joan Cullen and the Hall Committee organising space for the farewell and thanks go as well to volunteer photographer Peter Barker and to current and past (SDPPA) Village Pump Editors who’ve served up the stories of Samford tennis.Naturally
Last year was a fabulous fundraising event and this year the team is planning something bigger and better.
Café Lagarto is hosting their 2nd ‘Not-The-Melbourne-Cup’Annual Lunch
As with most activities in Samford in those pre-online times, entry and membership forms were always at the Samford Garage. The grand opening finally came – but it poured of course. Bettina Mayfield and Jan Burke shared memories of the opening, and of many happy days and hotly contested tournaments.PastPresident Wayne Eustace spoke about how the courts were used every night of the week by the 1990s due to a huge growth in fixtures players. Coach Daphne Bale also remembered the many Samford youngsters walking down to the courts after school for coaching in the 90s and beyond. For young and old alike the Village Courts were both a social and sporting hub.
As the social players move now to the two new synthetic grass courts at the Parklands organised by Cr Darren Grimwade and
Tickets are $25pp which includes a glass of bubbles on arrival. There will be gourmet platters of hot and cold savoury food and desserts to order.
Sponsorships available
If you enjoy this workshop, why not join a local choir? Groups including Samford Community Singers will be attending and can talk to you about how you can become involved.Thisworkshop and Christmas on Main Street are presented by the Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association to support and celebrate our local culture.
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Saturday 24 September
professional Nick Tyler will run a casual and informative session, showing you how to coordinate breath and voice. By the end of the morning, you’ll be singing in harmony with your friends and neighbours. No experience is necessary, just a love of singing and a desire to have fun.
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All workshop participants will be invited to join our Sing it Samford! - a combined choral event on the John Scott Park Stage at the Christmas on Main Street celebration, Saturday 3 December.
Due to one of the wettest years in a very long time, we noticed that interest in bush fire preparedness is not quite what it should be, in the belief that there is little or no risk.
We now have the opportunity for some bush fire mitigation work in preparation for dryer times without the pressure of immediate fire danger. Here in the mountain areas, most dwellings, outbuildings and assets (referred to as structures) are on hillsides and most of these are on the higher slopes. Because fire usually travels very quickly up hill (it can double in speed for every 10 degrees of elevation) we strongly suggest that residence take a good look at the downhill side of structures to assess the fuel loading and potential fire risk.
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SING IT SAMFORD! Free Workshop
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If at all possible, we recommend that a fire break be maintained that runs across the hill below the structures - then each year before fire risk season, fuel such as leaves, twigs and anything flammable can be removed from around the structures down as far as the fire break. The break provides a clear reference point to work toward during the clean up process, whilst at the same time is there to assist fire fighters as a line of Itdefence.isworth
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increase very quickly on the uphill run, but the flame height also increases as the fuel is preheated by the climbing fire.
remembering that if the fire service is called to a fire on your property and the crew leader considers it unsafe to enter, then fire fighters would not be permitted to enter that property. A well maintained fire break, running across the slope below your structures, would also be a good starting point from which to begin removing fuel build up further down the hill, greatly reducing your overall fire risk.
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Did you know that singing makes you happy? Research has shown singing lights up the brain with activity and releases endorphins. These can put a smile on your face.Want to give it a go? Come along to the Farmers Hall for a free community singing
Free Community Singing Workshop
Samford Farmers Hall, Main Street Samford.
This workshop is proving popular - over two dozen people booked in already – so book now and join in!
If you have considerable fuel build up below your property, then consider the result if ignition should occur resulting in a fire that could very quickly travel up to your structures. Not only does the fire speed
Due to increased sun exposure, the risk is usually greatest on hilltop properties facing north, because the fuel is usually much dryer and more likely to support a hot fire.
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Fuel can be removed with such tools as a brush hook or petrol brush cutter if a larger machine is not suitable or available. As for the fire break, obviously a vehicular track is ideal but if this is not possible then a hand cut break approximately 1.5 metres wide and about 10 metres below the structures would be a good start.
Certainly we have less risk due to the general dampness at the moment, but this situation could change very quickly after strong dry westerly winds, especially in areas where potential fuel has built up due to the rain. Because this wetter than normal trend is forecast to continue into spring and early summer, it may be that the risk continues to be low for the near future. However, the dry conditions will eventually return and the fire risk may then be very high because of the greater than normal build up of potential fuel due to the ideal growing conditions.
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Consider starting on a plan that would result in a safer, improved property, that should make you much more comfortable when the fire risk season begins.
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“The 150th Anniversary Festival was a wonderful opportunity to reminisce the early days of our school, celebrate achievements made throughout the years and showcase how we are continuing to move forward with excellence,” Principal Nicole Collins said.
Rivalling the EKKA, Samford State School celebrated its 150 year milestone with a festival packed with rides, showbags, pig racing, dog jumping, side show alley, student performances, historical walking trail and an abundance of homemade sweets and baked goods. Smiles were big and so was nostalgia on the day, which showcased the school’s journey from 18 students in 1872 to 720 students currently.
“Without the support and expertise of our local community groups it wouldn’t have been possible to put on an event of this size,” Festival Committee member, Kath Downs, said.
“The Festival has really been a celebration of past and present students as well as the greater community and what it means to celebrate 150 years of this incredible school.”Local businesses also got behind the school providing festival sponsorship, raffle prizes and facilitating entertainment for all the community to enjoy.
thanks for her awesome effort.
“Local businesses have been amazing and so many were keen to be involved in our 150 Festival. We had 14 major sponsors among the Diamond, Gold, Silver and Bronze categories, plus an additional 18 partner sponsors,” Festival Sponsorship Manager, Hayley Grant said.
Festivities Mark Samford State School’s 150 Years
“Our business supporters were incredibly generous in the lead-up to the day and we’ve been overwhelmed by their eagerness to all be part of this historic event.”
The present-day Library transformed into a historic classroom, giving visitors a schooling experience their greatgrandparents may remember, complete with arithmetic lessons from Headmistress Cornelia. Samford Museum volunteers were also on hand to bring the past to life, retelling the personal stories from people who walked School Road before us.
Yesteryear was also relived through a
Community groups took the opportunity to support the event, with The Queensland Country Women’s Association on cake and
Thanks to everyone who shared images. Special thanks to Adnic Photography.organiser Kath Downs gets a kiss of
series of old-school games on the oval including the horseshoe toss, marbles, and knuckles played with sheep bones, facilitated by The Queensland Colonial Association.DorothyWalsh, Queensland Colonial Association secretary, was impressed by how Samford State School sought to accurately recapture life as it was in the late“We1800s.noticed how much effort the school put into researching history for this festival. It’s really educationally important for us to come to events like this; we see children pick up old wooden spinning tops and say, ‘this is like a Beyblade!’. We give them a chance to experience the original version of their modern toys and understand where they came from,” she said.
scones at the tuckshop, The Rotary Club of Samford Valley manning the bar, The Samford Lions Club flipping burgers, and The Samford Show Society providing their expertise to run an event of this magnitude.
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The day started with cutting the 150th anniversary cake and ended with a cracker of a firework show. It took many years to reach this point in time for Samford State School, and many hands to create this momentous day. Congratulations to all who ‘strived with honour’ and were involved in this making of history.
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It was also great to see so many enjoying Samford Patchworkers display of beautiful work at the Quilt Show in the Samford Community Hall too!
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SAMFORD STATE SCHOOL - 150 YEARS OF SCHOOL HISTORY ON SHOW
500g ground Kashmiri chilli (for a milder sauce remove seeds before grinding) or1kg fresh mild chilli
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A recipe from a Safari Lodge at the base of the Himalayas- Changed to suit what we grow! This is a BIG recipe. It makes about 7 litres of pickle.
Flavours improve with time and as it is, it’s best after a year or so, but it never lasts that long!!
Cherished Nanna of Reece, Rebecca, Keith, and Erin. Great-grandmother of Elly, Isabel, Sophie, Eve, Claire, Mae, Lucy, Jack, Bonnie, Gia and Lillybeth.
Method for preparing the limes: Steam the limes till they start to pop, about Discard1.5hours.Steaming water & leave to cool.
Blend together the garlic, ginger, chillies, turmeric, fenugreek powder, cumin seeds in a blender or Thermomix with 1 litre of Putwater.oil in a large pan, fry mustard seeds till they pop.
2.5 litres (2500ml) of water
I have always been passionate about food and community. For many years Murray and I owned restaurants and catering businesses and we ran Four Seasons Organics many moons ago. I love the idea of local food sharing and cooking together. So, I put out a call for a community cook up at my place. What a response we had. We ended up having to cap numbers! Everyone was so excited and keen. We made lime pickle, lemon butter and chutney, we dehydrated rosellas, cumquats and oranges. Produce such as sugar, spices and butter were donated, and all the delightful fresh produce was locally grown.
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750ml sesame, almond or vegetable oil
Rinse under very gentle running water and drain.
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Add in rest of water, sugar, vinegar and boil for 1 hour.
500g Sugar
250g Black mustard seeds
1.5kg Salt
Add limes and juice together in a big bowl/ Addpot.
Why? To share delicious, homegrown, healthy food and recipes, create friendships, build stronger communities, reduce waste and provide a response to food access issues. You can connect with these groups on Facebook. There are exchanges in Camp Mountain, Samford, Eaton’s Hill and Dayboro.Withthe establishment of the Samford Edible Exchange came the opportunity to organise a community cook up - a great excuse to get together and to share some of our locally grown produce with our fabulous community members.
Chop or press the garlic.
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Add in the blended ingredients (garlic, ginger etc.).
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200g fresh ginger, more if you have it!
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RECIPE: SPICY LIME PICKLE
You may have noticed that Samford is home to some new food exchanges - places where people share home grown produce, gardening items and homemade goodies free of charge using an honesty system. This can include fruits and vegetables, herbs, honey, dried fruits, seasonal recipes, seedlings, flowers etc. and can extend to skill shares and cooking activities. Basically, they are roadside stalls that anyone can access to share food and other items relating to local food growing. You give and take in equal measure over time.
Locally grown citrus, chilli, ginger, garlic, turmeric, eggs and herbs were delivered to the exchange and put aside for the cook up. Recycled jars were washed, scrubbed and prepared and labels were made. A few jars of produce were shared between the cook up participants and then the remainder was shared with the exchange as a gift to the community.Ourlastcook up we made over 200 jars of delicious produce! What a great effort. We had so much fun we organised another night and made choko chutney, cumquat jam and more lime pickle and chilli sauce. Here is the lime pickle recipe. Enjoy!
7.5kg Limes – Left whole & steamed in a big 350gpot.fresh garlic
3 Teaspoons Cumin seeds
Cut each lime into 8 – 10 pieces over a bowl to catch the juices.
the salt & mix together well. Let the limes sit for 2-4 days.
After this, tip into a colander lined with a muslin cloth.
Ingredients:
To complete the sauce:
5 Teaspoons Turmeric powder (or - a very big knob of fresh turmeric)
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Cook till the oil starts to separate.
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Samford Joey Scouts recently joined over 600 other Joeys and Leaders, at the annual Joey Jaunt in Baden Powell Park Samford. This Statewide event brought Joeys hopping from the far reaches of sunny Queensland.
If you would like to take part and help out with your child at amazing adventures like these, contact Samford Scout Group via email joeys@samford.scoutsqld.com.au, call 3040 6400 or visit our website: www. samfordscouts.com.au
Tired and happy at the end of a long day, the Joeys came together around the campfire where they sang a few songs and listened to a yarn or two, before heading home for a well-earned rest.
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The Samford Joeys chose to start the morning with archery where they all mastered the art of using a bow and arrow and hit the bullseye on many occasions. Kestrel (Neil Mennie, Joey Leader) said, “One of the best activities of the day, and the one they loved the most, was the Air Activity base, where the Joeys flew a Boeing 737 in a flight simulator, then went on to operate a drone and fly high up over BP Park.”Samford Leaders and helpers ran an activity of their own called the slippery pig (pictured), which was extremely popular and a favourite once again this year with many of Joeys Units.
The Joeys had a fabulous day with a full catalogue of activities on offer including rocket launching, archery, craft, bridge building, solving puzzles, abseiling, rock climbing, visiting the Scout Heritage Centre, communicating with Scouts around the world and navigating a rope bridge and low-ropes course.
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“When that final siren went it was my proudest moment as a coach. Over the year we had 33 on our list which was an amalgamation of effectively four teams. Over the course of the year they had come together as one and it took all 33 players to get us to the Grand Final and win the premiership; an enormous achievement,” coach, Ben Odgers, said.
Grit and determination was strong from both teams from the first whistle, with the first quarter fought hard to keep points low with Everton 0.1.1 to Springfield 0.0.0. Springfield lifted in the second quarter, but
Yeronga played host to the grand final match, with Everton stepping onto the field after placing fourth overall and surviving two weeks of elimination rounds. The girls from Everton had faced off with Springfield in proceeding games this year, each walking away with a win a piece.
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“I want to say thank you to all the players, parents and the support staff who, without you all, we wouldn’t have achieved what weThehave.”win is particularly sweet for a team that was no stranger to adversity and injuries throughout 2022.
Everton Wolves AFL U15s Girls Back To Back Premiers
Everton kept them honest, resulting in just a narrow 7 point lead to Springfield heading intoEvertonhalf-time.dug deep and kept positive in the third quarter, reducing Springfield’s effectiveness and drawing level heading into the last quarter. Within the first five minutes of the final play, the Wolves clinched the game, kicking three unanswered goals. A late consolation goal to Springfield saw Everton reign as premiers with a final score of Everton 4.6.30 to Springfield 2.5.17.
If any other local girls or boys are keen to try out for ‘Aus-Kick’ days run by the club, or would like to kick some goals in 2023 in any of the various age divisions, contact the Wolves at: president@evertonwolves.com.au
A number of Everton players are Samford State School graduates, now at Ferny Grove State High School. Throughout the year, training took place at the Everton Wolves Home Ground in Mott Street, Gaythorne.
Do you love to sing Christmas songs? Then why not sing with us this Christmas! We are looking for new members to join us for term 4. We will be preparing Christmas repertoire for two performances in early December. We welcome shower singers, stage singers and everyone in between.Thisyear we will be joining with Nick Taylor who will be leading the Christmas choral performance on the stage at John Scott Park for Christmas on Main Street. Nick is holding an introductory singing workshop on Saturday September 24, 10am to 11.30am at the Farmers Hall, which by the way is where we sing on Monday evenings, 7pm to 9pm. Many of our group will be attending Nicks workshop: You can always learn something new about singing!
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With a team fielded partly from the Samford area, the Everton Wolves AFL U15s Girls won their second grand final in two years against a combined Greater Springfield/Jimboomba team. The girls revelled in their second premiership glory after a tough game that saw scores level as both teams headed into the final quarter.
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Saturday Dec 3: Christmas on Main Street Sunday December 4: SCS Christmas Concert and Sing Along.
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“Knowing we had gotten the better of them mid-season and the previous form coming into this game gave the team an enormous amount of confidence,” Highvalebased coach, Ben Odgers said.
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Looking through Samford Museum’s research collection while preparing a display for Samford State School’s 150th celebrations, some interesting snippets were rediscovered.MrHenry Lawson, Head teacher June 1887 – Dec 1888, and his wife Amelia, welcomed a son in September of 1888. The Nurse/Attendant at his birth at Samford State School (this would have been at the residence seen in photos of the new State School) was Mrs Elizabeth Richards, wife of Mr Tom Richards senior, and mother of Provisional School first day pupil Tom Richards Jnr.
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On September 30, Jenni will lead The Good Stuff Ideas Forum, a discussion group about the positives of life using references to literature, art and experience. September is about Simplicity. Some children thrive when involved in discussions – a great way to appreciate others’ thinking. Laura Ingalls Wilder (Little House on the Prairie) said, “I am beginning to learn that it is the sweet, simple things in life which are the real ones after all.”
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The Conversation (7 September 2022) asked 130 children aged between seven and thirteen what makes a community strong, supportive and fair. Their answers included feeling safe through knowing neighbours, having safe inclusive places to play and having infrastructure that caters for community needs. Samfordites work hard to meet these requirements in a community spreading over mountains and valleys.
The 1884 School Committee included John Delaney Bergin, William Bynon, John Fitzgerald, John Fitzgibbon and James Scott Wight.Awell recorded fact is that many local farmers sent their cream to Kingston Butter factory (KBF). Logan City Library and KBF Historical Society have shared with us a list of 61 suppliers names from 1916-1933 sourced from the now digitised huge ledgers (preserved at Queensland State Library) from the factory. Many names are familiar when looking at local school’s admissions registers and photos.
On Friday, September 16, Crafting Kindness is starting to create Christmas surprises, along with its ongoing projects of making light rugs and care bags for the homeless of Caboolture and collecting good children’s clothes for isolated communities in the Northern Territory. Giving wholeheartedly is a great way to feel good. This is a great way to learn new skills.
The SDPPA, our progress and protection association, has assigned Friday afternoon to community activities at the SCHUB. At present these activities are aimed at adults. The size of the hall and verandas means three or four small groups could operate at Someonce. of the activities already running are kid-friendly such as Crafting Kindness which encourages crafters and not-so crafters to make little gifts to give to folk who help others, are kind, or who may be isolated, ill or not have family close by.
Museum members welcome your reminiscences and copies of photos that help record Samford and surrounding district’s rich history. To learn more visit www.samfordmuseum.com.au or phone Geoff 0417 610 983 or Museum 3289 2743 Wednesdays and Sundays.
To celebrate the Centenary of Federation in 2001, Samford Museum applied (successfully) for a grant from the Centenary of Federation Fund to erect a replica of Samford’s Provisional School in the museum grounds. Golden Valley Keperra Lions generously worked tirelessly along with
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September 23 is hot-pot Friday where we’ll try some theatre games and do some gentle exercise. Theatre games are a giggle that both kids and adults love.
FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE SCHUB
Museum members on the construction using original plans for the project. On opening day, Australia Day 2001, we were blessed with the presence of former teachers Miss Margery Gratton (Mrs Coker) 1930 and 1931 and Leila Baynes (Mrs Whittred) 1953 and 1954. Visiting school groups find their lesson in the replica classroom a highlight of their visit to the Museum.
Australia Day 2001. Mrs Cheryl Kernot, then MP for Dickson, with Margery Coker nee Gratton.
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On Tuesday 6th September, the men
There are those who complain that the police aren’t doing enough to prevent crime and that they should do more. However, crime prevention isn’t just the job of the police. Crime prevention also needs the participation of the very public that our police force are charged with protecting. How can we participate? One of the most important ways is to prevent a crime from happening in the first place.
at SAMS were happy to welcome Senior Constable Ricky Blanckensee to the Shed to talk about motor vehicle crime prevention. Apart from the strategies mentioned above, Constable Blanckensee also talked about the importance of having securely attached registration plates. Constable Blanckensee then offered the men the opportunity to attach their vehicle registration plates with tamper-proof screws.
Brian Slattery
Our Lions Club friends and the broader community are invited to join in at Undambi Rotary Reserve, Mt O’Reilly Rd at 8am, plant some trees, learn a little more of Rotary and the park’s history and enjoy a morning tea to follow at 10am.
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It was an offer too good to miss, so Constable Blanckensee expertly fitted tamper-proof screws to many of the men’s cars.Men of Samford and surrounds, why not come along and see what SAMS is all about. Just come to the far end of Showgrounds Drive, Highvale on a Tuesday morning at about 9am - just near the high voltage power tower. Find out more at samfordshed. org.au or email samssecretary1@gmail.com
One subject that is likely to generate heated discussion in our neighborhood is about the level of criminal activity in society.
Rotary commenced development of this park and its play equipment over 20 years ago and is keen to support some further additions to make it an even greater venue for the community. To assist with catering on 1st October, could you message 0409 890 203 if you are attending.
Bob Millar
Vehicle related criminal activity is one of the most prolific, from car break-ins to car theft. Yet we can reduce the incidence of motor vehicle crime by employing some practical strategies. Not leaving valuables in a parked car, always locking your car when it is left unattended and stowing your car keys in a secure place when at home, are just some things that come to mind.
ROTARY PLANS FOR 100 YEARS OF SUPPORTING QLD IN 2023
In 2023 it will be 100 years since Rotary was established in Queensland and to celebrate this and continue its long local environmental work throughout the community, our own 40 year old Samford Rotary Club will be partnering with Council to plant at least 100 trees at its bi-monthly bushcare event on Saturday 1st October.
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The next program will be from 19th -30th September, with activities based from the Samford Scout Den. Bookings are open until midday the day before, unless they are full for that day. Further details on the program and how to register can be viewed at www. scoutsqld.com.au
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flowed well, was quite easy to follow, and made me want to keep reading through the whole book. The story had a happy ending and as soon as I finished reading, I wanted to start reading a second. I liked the characters, as each one was different and displayed different emotions. In this book, the characters are very well described, making the story easy to picture. The books fall under the genres of adventure with a little mystery and magic. Overall, I would definitely recommend this book.
Have you ever tried to find out who you really are? Cressida Cowell’s book, Which Way to Anywhere follows the journey of four warring step-siblings to find their
We have two authors for preschoolers visiting these school holidays to share their books and make some garden art.
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22 September 10.30am: Andy Geppert will introduce you to Backyard Buddies, a beautifully illustrated, somewhat factual introduction to the hoppy, crawly, wriggly, buzzy, fluttery critters that call your backyard home. The perfect companion to his previous book, Backyard Birdies. To add to the fun in the outdoors, you can join in and make your own pet rock for the garden. Checkout our website for more details www.baffiesoanbooks.com.au.Therearesomegreatnew releases for middle readers in store. To help you choose, two fabulous bookstore regulars have written some words of wisdom to win your attention.
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kidnapped sister. As they brave the mythical planet of Excelsiar, the children discover that they may be in more danger than they realise.
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17 September 10am: Alex Blake will read from her book Pillow Mountain and more.
Are you ready for an action packed adventure set in the Ottoway Ranges in Victoria?
Follow five teenagers on the ultimate school camp, as they try to survive the journey alone and find their way back to school. Full of suspense and drama, A Walk in the Dark is for readers 13 years and older.
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Scouts Queensland run a Holiday Outdoor Experience activity program in Samford during the school holiday breaks. This is a great program for young people which includes different activities and games and is open to anyone, including kids not already linked to Scouts. For parents, it is a safe, local place for your children to have fun while you work, or to take a break during the school holidays.
Amelia Mellor did a great job in writing this story. I would recommend it for ages 11 years and up and advanced readers. In general, this book is about a young boy who gets a job working for an eccentric man called Mr Cole. This is a good book for those that like exciting reads. The story
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L to R. Three members of Chermside Bowls Club then - Henry Cichowski, David Englebright, Ian Ross, Jeff Himstedt, Frank Van der Woude.
Pam Campbell will be representing our club in the BDBA Ladies Championship Singles 2022 on 17th September at the Chermside Bowls Club.
A remarkable effort by both our ladies and Men’s Pennant Teams this year. Of our four sides, three made the finals which is unprecedented at our club. We are very proud of each and every player given that we are a small club when compared to others in the District. So a hearty “Congratulations Samford” you did very well.
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Our “Mate’s Day” was held on Tuesday 6th
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Janice Ridley
A quote from the Chairman of our Players Coordinating Committee sent to our members.
Our club was the venue for a wedding on 2nd September from 3pm. We were all a bit concerned about the grey skies as the time for the bride to arrive got closer, as it was to be an outdoor service. All went as planned and the guests came around to the greens to enjoy a game of Barefoot Bowls while the all-important photos were taken. Our group of volunteers got the action going, an unusual activity for a wedding but from the smiles and laughter it was a hit. The rain arrived as the group headed indoors for the main event, food, music, dancing and a few drinks. Our indoor volunteer group reported it was a great night.
September. If you are looking to meet new friends, it’s hard to go past a bowls club. On Tuesday morning there were over 40 bowlers on the green. Thanks to Samford Grove who sponsored this morning. There were prizes for touches, a superb morning tea and plenty of lucky draws. Some members brought along adult grandchildren to show them how the game is played. Some of our players who had been missing in action, arrived to a big welcome back and Marilyn from Samford Grove brought her neighbour Christina for a lesson. A fun day of mateship was had by all. Enquiries: info@ samfordbowls.com.au
Ladies Division 2 were runners up to Hamilton Club. Men’s Division 2 were runners up to Enoggera. Men’s Division 6 (Combined with Chermside Club) were the Champions against Geebung Club. It is particularly pleasing to see a number of new members becoming involved in club competitions this year and we look forward to seeing this flow through to Pennants next year. Rod Palmer.
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should book a ticket for yourself and also your child/ren.
It takes a lot of science to get into space! Try your hand at a range of space-themed science experiments. Ages 6-11. Free. Bookings required. Adults and children require tickets. Facilitated by our friendly library staff.
Works on the Main Street project have commenced and you may have noticed that the original plan of works has changed. Council staff met with representatives from the Department of Main Roads in late August prior to works getting underway,
In addition to this, there are delays being experienced with the supply of some of the street furniture, so the project had to be adjusted to accommodate these issues. If you experience any problems while the works to beautify the area are taking place, please give my office a call on 3480 6455 or email me, darren.grimwade@moretonbay. qld.gov.au.
Thurs 29 September, 2pm-4pm: Sloth painting on canvas (12-17 years)
Get Ready For Bushfire and Storm Season
It has already been a year of records tumbling with the floods earlier this year, and advice from the Bureau of Meteorology is that we could be in for more wet weather during Spring and Summer, so it is time to start preparing. There are some basic things that all households can do such as knowing the risks in your area, tidying up around your home and having a chat to members of the household about what the plans are if an emergency event did occur.
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An important item that should be on your checklist is to sign up for Council’s MoretonAlert to make sure you get the latest information on any severe weather warnings, as well as dam releases and council prescribed burns. To sign up and for all the details on this free SMS, email and voice alerting system, go to afterhoursrequestsCustomerRememberarefriendsmanagement/MoretonAlertmoretonbay.qld.gov.au/services/disaster-www.andencourageandfamilytosignupaswell.Whilewecertainlyhopethepredictionswrong,itisbettertobeprepared.thatyoucancontactCouncil’sServiceforassistancewithlodgingon(07)32050555duringbusinessandthesamenumberisavailablehoursforurgentsituations.
Enjoy playing with kinetic sand, play dough, painting, craft and more at Narellan Park. Dress for getting messy. For under 5s. Bookings required for both adults and children.
Fri 23 & 30 September, 2pm – 3pm: Galaxy slime (5-11 years)
Mon 26 September, 10.30am – 11.15am & 11.45am – 12.30pm: Zoom to the Moon (3-10 years)
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We all love making slime - but have you tried making galaxy slime? Make a tub to take home. Free. Bookings required. Facilitated by our friendly library staff.
Enjoy a fun, musical show from the Spotty Kites Education team. Children will love the story of Luna, a girl who loves space and dreams of being an astronaut. Free. Bookings required. Note: Parents/caregivers
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Car Boot Sale 44 Mt Glorious Rd, Samford 4520 Want to book a site? Register by Mon 10th Oct (limited sites) $25 site fee (pay cash on day) Fees donated to Frontier Services (Outback Chaplaincy) admin@svcc org au / (07) 3289 2832 Mon to Wed 15th October Sales 7am 12pm Set up from 6am Samford Valley Community Church Spring clean, make some $, find a bargain
Libraries operate in line with Queensland’s Covid Safe Future Roadmap, including adhering to social distancing requirements.
Thurs 22 September, 2pm – 3pm: Space Exploratorium (6-11 years)
Let loose and have fun with painting! Peaceful Palette has picked the design so you can relax and focus on adding your own personality through colour on canvas. Free. Bookings required. Teen only requires ticket.
Wed 21 September, 3pm – 4pm: Messy play (under 5s) - Narellan Park, Arana Hills.
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which resulted in the starting point being the Mount Glorious Road roundabout end of the street.
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Roz Azizi is also known among local gardening circles as the ‘Compost Queen’ after unearthing much research and undergoing trial and error to crack the secret to creating compost so good it’s like having Costa Georgiadis as your personal gardener. She is keen to share her knowledge of
“I picked a little corner, not too far from the back door so its quick to take out the kitchen scraps, but close to the vegetable gardens and citrus trees so I don’t have to carry the compost far when I’m putting it on the garden.”
Roz uses a pitch fork to turn her compost each time she takes out the kitchen scraps, saying that this added oxygenation is key to speeding the composting process.
compost to help more people get hands-on with this regenerative process and to make the most of their edible gardens.
While it may look like a big mound of dirt, compost is called ‘gardener’s gold’ for a reason, working wonders to help seeds and plants flourish. Perfect compost has an earthy smell and a fine texture with no sight of the original food scrap ingredients. If you’ve ever tried the art of composting, you may have run into typical problems of the mixture being too wet, or too dry, or too acidic for the scraps to breakdown effectively.Compost requires a mixture of green materials (dried leaves, hay or newspaper) and brown materials (food scraps and grass cuttings). Three parts brown materials to one part green material makes for a generally accepted successful compost recipe. If your compost pile is wet and smelly, add more brown material or aerate the mixture. Alternatively, if the compost is extremely dry and brown, moisten it with green items and water.
“We put the grass clippings on top which creates a bit of seal on the compost underneath and boy do things heat up in there. I try not to disturb anything for a few days because getting that layer of grass in there is when the actual composting process appears to be at its peak,” she said.
“We only put vegetable and fruit scraps in the compost; no meat products, no citrus and no onions. When I harvest the compost I never take more than about four plastic tub-fulls at a time, that’s enough for what I need at any one go. It takes time for the
microbes to build up in a new system, so making sure there is plenty of compost still left behind means I’m never starting from scratch.”Apart from improving soil quality and reducing landfill, Roz has found other benefits to getting involved with the art of composting.“It’swonderful to see the grandchildren being so thoughtful about putting their vegetable and fruit scraps in the little kitchen compost bin under the sink. They love being able to go out and pick yummy things straight from the garden, so learning about the important part that composting plays in all that is a great life lesson.”
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“For those starting out, it’s important to think through the best place to locate your compost bin. I use a big black compost bin with a lift up lid and 4 small doors on each side to harvest the compost when its ready,” Roz said.
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black colour by November. These sweet, plum sized fruit have a fibrous white flesh tinged with purple-red hues. They can be eaten raw or used to make pies, jam and
is eaten by a variety of birds and the seeds by native mice and insects.
Black Apple (Planchonella australis) is a fast-growing tree native to the Illawarra region of New South Wales and Southern Queensland. The large, leathery, somewhat diamond-shaped leaves emerge alternatively along the stems. They are shiny, dark green above and paler on the underside and form a dense, evergreen canopy. Growing to 25m in height in its natural, rainforest habitat, this tree usually only reaches 10 – 15m in garden situations. The beautifully fluted trunk is covered in rough brown bark.
is easy to grow and adapts readily to cultivation in a variety of sandy, loamy or clay soils with a pH from mildly acidic to mildly alkaline. It does, however, prefer moist conditions with good drainage. It may be grown in full sun or part shade and responds well to extra fertilising.
Black Apple trees are protogynous – they have separate male and female flowers on each plant. The small, white female flowers appear first in early spring and are followed soon after by the male flowers. This promotes pollination between different trees and thus genetic variability within the species. The fertilised female flowers produce fruit that ripen to a purplish, blue/
Find out more at Paten Park Native Nursery. www.ppnn.org.au
BLACK APPLE
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Black Apple is prized as one of the best carving woods in Australia and is a source of high-quality commercial timber for cabinet making and so is often cultivated as a specialist timber crop. Since the tree fruits between 3 to 5 years of age, it also has potential as a commercial bush food crop.
The Black Apple will tolerate mild frosts. Although a wonderful shade tree for a large garden or acreage property, the tree can be pruned to moderate size or grown in a pot. It is excellent in revegetation projects as it provides wildlife habitat. The flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects, the fruit
supported by 20 volunteer members ranging in age from 17 – 80 years old. So far this year, this busy team of sewers and packers has distributed 440 kits to Timor Leste, PNG and the refugee camps in Somalia. The kits consist of shields (made from cotton and PUL waterproof fabric) flannelette liners, undies, a washer, soap and a waterproof pouch (for dirty liners), with an instruction sheet for use and to track period dates - all packed in a brightly coloured cotton carry bag.Importantly, distribution of these kits is accompanied with a lesson in hygiene, menstruation and the empowering messages of “No means No” and how to recognise “childCathyslavery”.isseeking more volunteers to help sew the kit components. If you’re not a sewer that’s okay too, as they need people to help with other tasks like packing, cutting and ironing, in preparation for the kits to be transported where they’re needed most. Volunteers meet monthly at Rosalie Baptist Church Hall in Paddington. There are plans to grow more sewing hubs as more volunteers come onboard. For further information, get in touch with visitbrisbanenorthsideqld@daysforgirls.org,Cathy:orwww.daysforgirls.org/australia
Days for Girls (DfG) is a non-profit organisation that prepares and distributes sustainable menstrual health solutions to women and girls who do not have easy access to sanitary products. The NFP was founded in 2008 by American woman Celeste Mergens after visiting an orphanage in Nairobi, Kenya and discovering that menstruating girls were missing school during the days of their periods.
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Do you love singing? Perhaps you’re a talented budding musician that enjoys performing for friends? We are on the lookout for musically talented residents in our community to join us. Our local performing resident, Michael McGeever has been keeping us entertained at these events and he would love some company.
TGIF is a perfect opportunity to get in front of a friendly crowd, especially for those a bit nervous about performing. It’s a great way to build up confidence. To find out more about the Open Mic Music Night, call 0414 481 319 or email contact@ cedarcreekpublichall.org.auTGIFrunsfrom5.30pmuntil 8.30pm with the kitchen open until 7.30pm. Feel free to bring your own camp chair, picnic rug and picnic supplements. We look forward to seeing you for dinner with the usual burgers, sausage sizzle, soft drinks and a dessert or two on offer.
TGIF - ON THIS MONTH!
Next month is our Halloween themed event, so we’ll be mixing things up and making this event a TGIS for Spooky Saturday! More info to come.
Distribution of kits to 75 girls from three schools in the Village of Liquica in Timor Leste in May 2022.
Planning is underway for the September TGIF on the last Friday in September and we are putting the call out for our Open Mic Music Night!
Spring has sprung and the weather is warming up! A great time to be in the garden or taking time out with friends and family. Thank Goodness it’s Friday (TGIF) has been a popular event at the Hall and a great place to take time out and relax.
Cathy Knauth is an active member of the Samford community and the Volunteer Team Leader for Brisbane Northside. She is
There is now a network of teams around the world creating menstrual kits, including the Brisbane Northside Qld team, which was established 4 years ago.
DAYS FOR GIRLS
OUT & ABOUT Lifestyle Centre, 225A Mt Glorious Rd, Samford Qld 4520 (07) 3289 2992 reception@samfordpsych.com.au www.samfordpsych.com.au A client-centred Clinical Psychology & Psychiatry practice providing people with high quality, effective and affordable therapy in a relaxed, comfortable environment. Samford Psychology, supporting Samford since 2012. Welcome to Samford Psychology Completed kit - as colourful as possible and in stain busting colours.
Come and share your singing talents.
Friday 30th September, Cedar Creek Public Hall, 2 Andrew Road, Closeburn
Belinda
THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022– Page 25 Admire Dentistry makes it even easier for our existing patients to book their routine exam & clean appointments online! Book in with one of our wonderful Oral Health Therapists (Sarah or Priya) for your clean. Once you’ve locked in your appointment, our front desk sta will automatically book you in with your dentist. When booking your appointment, please keep in mind your dentist availabilities: • Dr Alex is available on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and after 10am Wednesday. • Dr Renee is available on Thursday & Friday, • Dr Mick is available on Tuesday. If you are a New Patient to the practice, it’s easy to book online with any of our Dentists. Our front desk sta will contact you to confirm your appointment and send you a welcome email. If you have any questions, you can call our lovely front desk sta for help anytime during opening hours. You can view these hours on our website. Call our friendly sta to make an appointment or simply book online OPEN: Monday to Friday. Visit our website to view our opening hours. 3064 1044 admiredentistry.com.au 2/6 Nepean Ave, Arana Hills 4054 All FacilitiesAccepted.FundsHealthHICAPS @admiredentistry 3064 1044 Our Services: • Preventative Dentistry • All General & Major Dental • Mouthguards and Splints • Wisdom Tooth Removal • Pain Free Dental Treatment • Child Dental Benefits Schedule • 10% Pensioner Discount Available • Veterans A airs - Bulk Billed • Teeth Whitening & Cosmetic Dentistry • Anti-Wrinkle and Filler Injections • Interest Free Payment Options • Entertainment - Overhead Televisions, Netflix, Sonos Speakers Say hello to the team! Oral Health Therapists Sarah and Priya, Dr. Alex, Dr. Renee and Dr. Mick
A message from Peter
Australian National Flag Day took place on Saturday 3 September 2022, marking 121 years since the Australian flag was first flown in 1901 at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne. Australian National Flag Day has been officially celebrated every year since 1996, following a proclamation by the Governor-General. Our flag inspires love of country, gratitude to our forebears, loyalty to nation, and dedication to its future when it matters most.
Christmas Card Competition
Congratulations to the Samford Rangers Football Club Under 13 Girls (Division 3) for finishing the season unbeaten with a victory against UQFC. What a wonderful achievement for a team that only formed this year.
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volunteers who make this local event such a success.
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As a registered charity, Samford RDA depends on financial support from the community, so sponsor and supporter visits to the Samford Showgrounds’ centre are always welcome.
Precision Sports Lighting + Electrical is one of several RDA Centre Sponsors providing ongoing financial support. The company’s renewed sponsorship last month assists with the running of the RDA program and maintenance of the centre. Thank you sponsors – we can’t do it without you.
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I’m running my annual Christmas card competition again this year for students in Prep to Year Three who attend local schools with the theme being ‘My Favourite Christmas memory.’ I look forward to seeing all the creative entries. Winners to be announced late September.
Page 26 - THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022 Peter DUTTON MP Federal Member for Dickson 07 3205 peter.dutton.mp@aph.gov.au9977peterdutton.com.au Working hard. Getting results. Authorised P. Dutton, Liberal National Party of Queensland, 3/199 Gympie Rd, Strathpine QLD 4500.
If you know of an individual, business and/or organisation who’ve gone above and beyond throughout this year, please visit my website www.peterdutton.com.au and nominate them for an award. Nominations for the 2023 Dickson Community Awards close 5pm Friday 25 November 2022.
Rob Robinson, the incoming President of the Rotary Club of Samford Valley, recently
President of Samford RDA, Rebecca Clemmey, with Rob Robinson and Rotary’s sponsored horse Blue.
Blue is one of a dozen horses currently in the RDA herd, working with children and adults with a wide range of disabilities. Through riding, participants can build core body strength, improve their balance and mobility, and benefit in many ways from their interactions with horses.
Drop by one of my mobile office visits, or get in touch with me at peter.dutton.mp@ aph.gov.au or 3205 9977 to let me know your priorities. Alternatively, you can visit my office at 3/199 Gympie Road, Strathpine during business hours, or my website www. peterdutton.com.au for more information.
I am looking forward to catching up with and thanking members of our community on Australia Day.
Like the local Rotarians, the Samford Lions are great supporters of Samford RDA, providing both financial and practical assistance over the years. Their recent sponsorship contribution on behalf of the Samford Leos for RDA horse Noddy is greatly appreciated, as is the sponsorship renewal of Samford RDA’s first corporate Horse Sponsor, Airforce Pty Ltd. Airforce sponsors RDA horse Cody.
Peter Dutton MP Federal Member for Dickson
Congratulations
called by to meet the club’s sponsored horse, Blue. The club’s annual sponsorship helps to meet the significant costs involved in feeding and caring for the RDA horses.
Nominations are now open for my annual Dickson Community Awards which will be presented on Australia Day, Thursday 26 January 2023. These awards celebrate the achievements, talents and drive of ordinary people, businesses and organisations who have made extraordinary contributions in what has been another challenging year.
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2023 Dickson Community Awards
Australian National Flag Day
The Seniors’ Expo was a tremendous success, with over 1,250 locals and 80 exhibitors.Istarted the Dickson Seniors’ Expo in 2004 with the help of the Dickson Seniors Council to support seniors in our local community by giving them the best access to services and programs. Every year since, I have been proud to host and sponsor the event. Thank you so much to the army of
Over the last couple of months there has also been opportunity to purchase a freshly cooked Bacon and Egg on English Muffin for breakfast. All proceeds from the sale of this item go to the Prostate Cancer foundation (PCFA) via The Long Ride. This event is held every 18 months and brings together motorcyclists from all over Australia to raise awareness of Men’s Health Issues and raise funds for PCFA. This year’s ride, departing in late October, is heading to Victor Harbour in South Australia. Each rider covers their own costs and all donations go to the PCFA.
Something New
The Samford Valley Markets have been a feature of the Samford landscape for around 15 years now. These markets in the grounds of St Paul’s Anglican Church are staffed by a small band of willing volunteers and have been a valuable outlet for local stall holders. After a cold wet winter, spring is here and we are hopeful of renewed energy at the markets, which have raised valuable money for many charitable causes, both local and for the wider community.
MotorcycleRegularfundraisers/robertandhelenpagethttps://fundraise.pcfa.org.au/SundayServices:7:30amand9amridegroupgathersatSamfordAMPOLonthefirstSaturdayofthemonthforan8:30amor9amdeparture.Destinationsvaryandridersofallexperiencelevelsarewelcome.SPYs–StPaul’sYouth:3rdFridayofthemonth,6pm-9pmforaneveningwhichalwaysincludesfoodandacraftactivity.SamfordValleyMarkets:2ndSaturdayofthemonth,7am–Midday.SamfordFreshFoodMarket:4thSaturdayofthemonth,7am–Midday.
• Tues 11th at 10am: Coffee, Cafe Lagarto Samford Valley.
Jude Heindorff
If you would like to be a sponsor and donate to this worthy cause, you can do so at the markets or through the following website.
OWNQ NEWS
4th at 10am: Techno Coffee, Kakawan Coffee, Bunya Community Centre, Jinker Track.
• Sat 15th at 10am: Coffee, Birds & Bees, Everton Hills.
The Mitchelton branch of the Older Women’s Network Qld Inc (OWNQ) meets formally and informally throughout the month and you are welcome to join us for any or all of our get togethers each week. Here are some we have planned for October.•Tues
The aim of our group is to provide information to women relating to a healthy outlook on ageing and to meet in a friendly, social atmosphere. OWNQ Mitchelton is part of a state-wide organisation with groups in three states of Australia, as well as a National Branch. For more information call Judith on 0431 159 921.
Earlier this year an innovation emerged. A selection of our food vendors got together and proposed a second market, this one food oriented, smaller and far more relaxed, on the 4th Saturday of the month.
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• Sat 8th at 12pm: Lunch, Arana Leagues Club.
relish) along with our own cake stall have been regular attractions. Seedlings of a huge variety of herbs can also be purchased to take home and build your own herb garden.
The Australian Good Oil Company, Gillies Meats and J’Adore Crepes, Tallegalla Fresh (fruit and veg), Acorn Coffee, Fresh Local Provisions, Sweet Mild and Spicy (Jams and
Robert Paget Priest in Charge
OUT & ABOUT
• Health and Fitness
PINE RIVERS UPDATE
Originally raised with me through mobile offices and market stalls, I have advocated with Minister Mark Bailey and the department, sought more feedback from our community and have subsequently written to the Minister requesting action on these roads. I have requested sections of Dayboro Rd raised as priorities by the community be resealed and called for Mount Mee Rd
Our spring fashion parade was held a few weeks ago with fashions by Portofino. What a wonderful day with lots of members and visitors present and some lovely fashions modelled by our members too. Looking forward to seeing everyone’s purchases at coming meetings.
• Micro Business
Thank you to the concerned locals who have raised issues with me regarding the condition of state-controlled roads in the northwest of the electorate, namely Dayboro Rd and Mount Mee Rd.
• Hospitality
• Trade and Services
We have a Bunnings Sausage Sizzle at Keperra Bunnings on Saturday 24th September, so come along and try our sausages.Please contact Carol on 3355 5349 by noon on Monday 3rd October if attending. We would love to see more ladies coming to enjoy our company. Sandra
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• Hospitality
• Micro Social Enterprise award
• Beauty and Hairdressing
• Social Enterprise
to be considered for a full safety upgrade. Having safer roads is a priority for me and something I will continue to work on.
Mobile Offices:
The 2022 Pine Rivers Small Business and Social Enterprise awards will be awarded based on a popular vote. You can get involved here: officeawards,NovemberatOctoberthe24com/r/PRbizawards.https://www.surveymonkey.NominationsopenonAugustandcloseon7Octoberat5pm.Fromtherewewillshortlistfinalistswithfinalsroundofvotingopeningon10at9amandclosing24October5pm.OurAwardsEventwillbeon4attheSamfordBowlsClub.Ifyouhaveanyquestionsaboutthepleasedon’thesitatetocontactmyat34483100.
Nikki Boyd MP State Member for Pine Rivers
$30pp includes a 2 course lunch, teal and coffee at Arana Leagues Club, Dawson Parade Keperra, 10.30 for 11.00am start. We will have our usual lucky door prizes and raffles to support our Learning for Life students through The Smith Family.
• Trade and Services
This year I am proud to be hosting my first Pine Rivers Small Business and Social Enterprise Afternoon Tea and Awards event. It will recognise the hardworking small businesses and their employees across the Pine Rivers electorate and acknowledge their role in shaping Queensland’s economic development.Nominations have now opened, and I am encouraging both businesses and the community to nominate your favourite businesses, social enterprises and employees. Vote for your favourite business or employee and go into the draw to win a $100 gift card.
• Beauty and Hairdressing
• Mount Nebo at the Mount Nebo Café from 10:00am to 11:00am.
Guest speaker at out next meeting on Wednesday 5th October will be physical fitness trainer Tom Law providing some advice on how we can prepare ourselves for Christmas festivities.
Roads:
• Mount Glorious at the Maiala from 11:30am to 12:30pm.
I will be holding mobile offices up the mountain on Friday the 16th of September:
• Health and Fitness
Outstanding Customer Service Awards
Come and have a chat with me and raise your priorities for our community.
Award categories include the following:
• Retails and Sales
• Retails and Sales
Business awards
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Small Business Event
• Micro Business award
Spring is in the air wo it’s a great time to enjoy a 2 course evening meal together and listen to an informative guest speaker, while also fundraising for The Smith Family. Did you know we sponsor eight Smith Family Learning for Life students?
Barbara Lupton
The Brendale Evening View Club is on the lookout for women who would like to improve their social life and also give back to their community. Our members are women from all backgrounds and ages and we look forward to welcoming new faces at our monthly meetings.
Our dinner meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month at Aspley Hornets Football Club, 50 Graham Rd, Carseldine, at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. For further information:Phoneour
Chris was taken in a trucking accident too young and the annual event was originally held to raise money for his family and their funeral expenses all those years ago. SGVPC members have always supported this local club event and Sienna Pipper and Maddie had a blast in the spring sunshine on their ponies competing at it this year.
Welcomes you to come along and see if VIEW is for you.
Pictured: Sienna, Stella, Pippa and Maddie pictured
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Samford Golden Valley Pony Club
President Shayne: 0409 991 428. Bookings essential.
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So far this year, members have organised dinner raffles, Bunnings sausage sizzles and a fashion parade, with great fundraising success. We’ve also enjoyed many social events together including monthly coffee morning teas, lunch at Parliament House and a Picnic in the Park.
Chris Wagener loved sporting and cattle work and hence the unofficial nature of the day has always been a fun competition. Well done Team Samford for getting out and about and giving back to our other localNextclubs.Muster 25th September 8am.
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Thanks Hendra Pony Club for holding the Open Chris Wagener Sporting Challenge on 11th September. This is an annual event to honour Chris who was a long standing life member of Hendra Pony Club.
August guest speaker was Sergeant Jose Sarmiento from the Qld Police Force who spoke about home security and scammers. His stories kept us very entertained but at the same time we were made very aware of the seriousness of these topics. We are hoping he will join us again next year to speak about many other very important issues regarding our safety in the community.
September guest speaker will be SaraJane Dean from UQ Institute of Molecular Bioscience which should be equally as interesting. Why don’t you come along?
Page 30 - THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022 1/7 Main Street, Samford P |3289 2938 2 Williams Street, Dayboro P | 3425 www.craigdoyle.com.au5000 • 6.5 acre (approx.) block - partially cleared • Fully fenced with timber post and wire livestock fencing • Established driveway to the building envelope • Power & telecommunications run underground • Dam with power closeby for manual irrigation • Large, premium elevated building envelope • Private, elevated block with excellent views • Building envelope on the best part of the block • No covenants – bring your builder and build your dream! • 7 mins to Samford Village | 40 mins to Brisbane CBD Less than 7 minutes to Samford Village this 6.5 acre (approx.) block is the perfect blank canvas for you to build the country home of your dreams. Rural Retreat on 6.5 Acres! Lot 1 Ian Road, Closeburn Contact Agent Contact Chelsea Perry 0415 901 389 NEWtoMarket
THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022– Page 31 1/7 Main Street, Samford P |3289 2938 2 Williams Street, Dayboro P | 3425 www.craigdoyle.com.au5000 • Lowset brick and tile home built in 2001 • Timber bi-fold doors offer seamless indoor/outdoor living • Entertainer’s kitchen, 900mm oven & stone benches • Multiple living & dining areas, ducted AC & fans throughout • Wood burning fireplace for cozy winter evenings • 4 spacious, light filled bedrooms + study (or 5th bedroom) • Huge outdoor entertainment area feat. tranquil rural views • Privacy assured in the foothills of House Mountain • 3 car remote garage + workshop & storage • 8 mins to Samford Village | 45 mins to Brisbane CBD Located at the end of a private tree-lined cul-de-sac, on 1.7 acres, this quality low set home boasts style and sophistication for a family seeking a superb country lifestyle. Incredible Lifestyle Property in Coveted Neighbourhood - 1.7 Town Water Acres! 10 Smallwood Court, Samford Valley Contact Agent Contact Chelsea Perry 0415 901 389 NEWtoMarket4bed|2bath | 3 car
Page 32 - THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022 1/7 Main Street, Samford P |3289 2938 2 Williams Street, Dayboro P | 3425 www.craigdoyle.com.au5000 • Lowset brick homestead built in 1989 • Open plan kitchen, living & dining + separate lounge • High ceilings throughout (2.7m) • Reverse cycle ducted AC throughout • Spacious kitchen feat. electric appliances inc. dishwasher • Covered outdoor entertainment area & inground pool • Vast array of established fruit trees + raised vege gardens • Bring your horse…2 fenced paddocks at the rear • Direct access to pony trails for easy weekend rides • 5 mins to Samford Village | 40 mins to Brisbane CBD Located just minutes from the country charm and relaxed café culture of Samford Village, this well-maintained 5-acre property offers space and serenity; having been lovingly cared for with an eye for privacy and sustainability. Sustainable Family Living on 5 Pristine Acres only 5 mins to Samford Village! 3 Arnan Court, Samford Valley Contact Agent Contact Chelsea Perry 0415 901 389 4 bed | 2 bath | 4 car NEWtoMarket
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Page 34 - THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022 • 1.5 Usable town water acres • Kitchen: Sleek lines, mirrored splashback, island bench, quality cabinetry and appliances • Multiple living areas; Family & lounge room areas, separate dining room • The rumpus area features stunning vaulted & raked timber ceilings • Master bedroom; modern ensuite with dual vanity and floor to ceiling tiles • Double remote garage, storage & single bay shed with power • Carport, greenhouse with storage & two smaller garden sheds in-ground pool • Fully fenced, Bore water: 6 taps and a holding tank • Large In-ground pool 5 Corella Avenue, Samford Valley FORSALE 5 Bed I 2 Bath I 2 Car Contact Agent! Brett Crompton 0413 744 237 brett.crompton@raywhite.com Leanne Sinclair 0407 680 leanne.sinclair@raywhite.com039 Privacy Abounds in Samford Valley! LEASED - MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS FOR LEASE P: (07) 3289 1122 E: rentals.samford@raywhite.com Unit 15/4 “Samford Central” Mary Ring Drive Samford Village QldCedar Creek 3 Bed I 3 Bath I 6 Car Samford Valley 4 Bed I 2 Bath I 2 Car Cedar Creek 3 Bed I 2 Bath I 2 Car Samford Village 3 Bed I 1 Bath I 1 Car $650 per week $1,000 per week $840 per week $495 per week Ray White Samford Property Management Team LEASED FOR LEASE
THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022– Page 35 229 Smiths Road, Wights Mountain Sold 40 Station Street, Samford Village Inviting Offers 34 Aberfeldy Road, Closeburn For Sale 73 Parklands Court, Kurwongbah Sold 1 Teatree Close, Samford Valley Sold in 7 days with 9 written offers! Vacant Land For JustSaleListed A SELECTION OF PROPERTIES BY GEORGIE HAUG 3 456 1 2 "Georgie was very helpful in accommodating and meeting our needs to inspect and fully understand the property. We had many questions and she supported us to work with the vendor for private inspections, providing technical information and clear communication through the whole process. Georgie was easy to deal with and brought excitement to our purchase." ~ Brent & Laura, Buyers Georgie Haug 0411 184 561 georgie.haug@belleproperty.com Belle Property Samford 07 3289 3289 6/11 Main Street, Samford info.samford@belleproperty.comVillage www.belleproperty.com/ samford ATYOURSELFMAKEHOME GEORGIEWith HAUG 0411 184 561 FOR SALE Vacant LandInviting OffersFOR SOLDSALE SOLD SOLD
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33 This nan was confused, despite being a holy grandmother (3)
28 First title word of famed Hopkins curtal sonnet (4)
19 Rod Tope just plodded along (7)
4 Lost or gained an electron (7)
32 This John was paired with Emma (5)
3 First name of the actor who rode a nuclear bomb in 1964 (4)
1ACROSSPeople who espouse “hygge” (5)
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2 Talks about parts of a neat straight line (7)
31 Scott Joplin’s The Entertainer was a common one (for us oldies) (7)
19 Rod Tope just plodded along (7)
16 The letter “e” codes as just one (3)
CROSSWORD 1222 CLUES
26 Change one letter in this gun, and a taser becomes a WW2 weapon (4)
18 A confused Sid is a negative way to start (3)
12 Family name of SMH and Age word nerd (5)
22 They were little and large, before Little and Large (7)
23 Pieces of genomic DNA that don't code for proteins (7)
31 Scott Joplin’s The Entertainer was a common one (for us oldies) (7)
12 Family name of SMH and Age word nerd (5)
10 A jumbled net made the ancient string instrument dangerous (7)
7 Succession of rocky projections off the Isle of Wight (7)
25 Stained or spotted, e.g. old paper (5)
10 A jumbled net made the ancient string instrument dangerous (7)
is it a deadly sin? (7)
2 Talks about parts of a neat straight line (7)
6 No haemoglobin without it (4)
6 Thoughts or worries you don’t reveal (5)
21 Plural of the first section of the small intestine (7)
30
8 A spinning palindrome (5)
11 Bob, zac, … (4)
4 Lost or gained an electron (7)
27 City near Montpellier founded by the Romans (5)
34 A portraitist needs these, usually (5)
like a breeze blew away your first attempt (5)
Page 36 - THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022 CROSSWORD 1222 DENNIS ARNOLD CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 1122 SOLUTION From 02/09/22 editionBiscuit Time SOLUTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 F U N S T I C K S R I G H T R U A A I E 9 10 U T I M V O V O N D 11 I I O J O G D 12 13 14 T E E S P I C Y U E I 15 I M A R I E 16 17 M I N T S L I C E B S 18 19 C L C L I X 20 21 E S C O T C H E X F 22 23 D H W W M I N I 24 25 26 27 O S A O W H E A T N 28 29 P T O G M G 30 31 V E N E T I A N O R A N G E E S N E N L R 32 33 34 E A T Y O Y O T E A CROSSWORD 1222 (a tricky one, mainly for nerds of the 50s/60s generation) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 This is the last Crossword from Dennis Arnold as he makes the move interstate. Signing off, Dennis said, “This is a tricky one, mainly for nerds of the 50s/60s generation.” CROSSWORD 1222 CLUES 1ACROSSPeople who espouse “hygge” (5) 4 First name of youngest Australian men’s cricket captain (3) 6 Thoughts or worries you don’t reveal (5) 9 Member of the Myrmeleontidae that digs conical traps in dry soil (3,4) 10 A jumbled net made the ancient string instrument dangerous (7) 11 Bob, zac, … (4) 12 Family name of SMH and Age word nerd (5) 13 Pertaining to wings (4) 16 O, Discard one letter and you’ll invite trouble (7) 17 You were counselled to repair the vise, Dad (7) 19 Rod Tope just plodded along (7)
26 Change one letter in this gun, and a taser becomes a WW2 weapon (4)
6 No haemoglobin without it (4)
24 When I was a lad, they contained 480 sheets (5)
24 Charlie Brown’s expression of dismay (4)
15 One of these was Terrible and had eight wives (5)
4 First name of youngest Australian men’s cricket captain (3)
like a breeze blew away your first attempt (5)
34 A portraitist needs these, usually (5)
The Old Man and the Sea (7)
7 Succession of rocky projections off the Isle of Wight (7)
15 One of these was Terrible and had
16 O, Discard one letter and you’ll invite trouble (7)
6 Thoughts or worries you don’t reveal (5)
22 They were little and large, before Little and Large (7)
3 First name of the actor who rode a nuclear bomb in 1964 (4)
22 They were little and large, before Little and Large (7)
25 Stained or spotted, e.g. old paper (5)
13 Pertaining to wings (4)
33 This nan was confused, despite being a holy grandmother (3)
14 An inverted reel will have these (5)
20 Constant state of mind of “shock jocks” (7)
29 Salty liquorice favoured by the Dutch (4)
24 Charlie Brown’s expression of dismay (4)
eight wives (5)
1ACROSSPeople who espouse “hygge” (5)
17 You were counselled to repair the vise, Dad (7)
30 If you randomly crave the beginnings of Artificial Intelligence,
30 If you randomly crave the beginnings of Artificial Intelligence, is it a deadly sin? (7)
22 The “Portia of Our Chambers” fictionally attended this posh English south coast school (7)
24 Charlie Brown’s expression of dismay (4)
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13 Pertaining to wings (4)
1DOWNSounds
CROSSWORD 1222 CLUES
17 You were counselled to repair the vise, Dad (7)
9 Member of the Myrmeleontidae that digs conical traps in dry soil (3,4)
8 A spinning palindrome (5)
16 O, Discard one letter and you’ll invite trouble (7)
14 An inverted reel will have these (5)
If you randomly crave the beginnings of Artificial Intelligence, is it a deadly sin? (7)
9 Member of the Myrmeleontidae that digs conical traps in dry soil (3,4)
26 Change one letter in this gun, and a taser becomes a WW2 weapon (4)
11 Bob, zac, … (4)
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FARRIER Good rates. 0417 738 722
VOICE, GUITAR, SONGWRITING , CHOIR & MUSIC THERAPY. Wendy 0417 830 340 www.wendymurray.com
TLC CLEANERS – Reliable, local service over 20yrs. Many references avail. 0414 328 945
FUNERAL CELEBRANT Services with soul. Contact Robyn on 0412 083 641 or robyn@eyesofheart.com. au
GLEAM O’DAWN HIRING – 2 positions available: delivery driver and delivery driver/salesperson. Please contact Alan or Louise for information.
LANTANA a problem? Call Peter on 0417 726 923 for prompt removal, roots and all with no pesticides used.
DRIVER TRAINING: Automatic/manual, accredited female trainer, own car only. $40 p/hr M: 0434 544 215.
LOCAL CLEANING LADY $30/hr. 0488 483 231.
FRENCH with a native speaker with over 20 years’ experience. High school & uni students + advanced learners. Ph Rose: 3289 4505/0408 249 013.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Early childhood/school/ executive skills, self care, sensory/self regulation. gwen@ gwenliddleot.com M: 0413 124 121
WELDING: Minor welding work. 0407 255 549
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.
DEATH WALKER/DOULA Support & care for the dying and their families. Contact Robyn on 0412083641 or robyn@eyesofheart.com.au
PSYCHOTHERAPY + HYPNOTHERAPY Feel like your mind and emotions have control over you? Gently rewire your automatic, subconscious processes and address issues at their core to achieve lasting change and enjoy greater resilience, empowerment, peace and joy. Visit www.takethewheeltherapy.com or contact Mel on 0493 426 961.
PETA’S PET MINDING Ph: 0418 118 708.
GARDENER WANTED to assist on acreage. Part time/ casual. 1 day a week. 3298 5436
RIDER MOWER and small engine repairs & servicing, general welding & fabrication work. Low rates no frills. Call Aaron: 0417 716 662 8am-4pm Mon-Fri. Pick up service avail.
HOME CLEANER wanted 0414 328 945
CLEANING: Honest, reliable and efficient. Natural cleaning by request. Ring Tahlia 0449 938 551.
Eco Corridor Samford (SDPPA) Monthly bushcare 2-4pm 2nd Sunday except Dec/Jan. Meet in Samford parklands carpark by netball courts. samfordecocorridor@gmail.com
Samford Baptist Church: Pastor Samuel Thompson 0409 797 931 St Pauls Anglican Church: Rev Robert Paget 3289 1715
North Pine Poultry Club Inc Meet 3rd Saturday of each month. See facebook page for details.
Farmers Hall, 0422 054 378. CWA Hall. Lilah 0421 709 723
Archery- Target Archers Beginner courses and new membership enquiries email: samfordvalleytargetarchers@gmail.com
COMMUNITY CONTACTS
Mt Nebo Resident’s Assoc. Mt Nebo Hall at 7.30pm on the first Wednesday of the month. mtnebohall@mtnebo.org.au www.mtnebo. org.au
Samford Community Singers Mondays 7pm. Farmers Hall. Coordinator, Nettie Carroll 0412 991 759. Membership Secretary: Raymond Adams 3289 1789
Native Plants Qld (formerly SGAP) CWA Hall 7.15pm first Tuesday of month (except January). Enq sgapsamford@outlook.com or 3289 7858
Samford Area Men’s Shed E: samssecretary1@gmail.com
Samford Hash Group Since 1991. Runners, walkers, joggers. Ph Haughty 3289 4378 Payback 3298 5194.
Equestrian Group (SEG) Riders of all ages and abilities welcome. For full details, calendar & contacts - www. samfordequestriangroup.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
Mychurch Everton Park Ph: 3355 7444 Nexus Church Samford: www.nexuschurch.com.au
Men’s Coffee Morning: Meet other local retired and semi-retired men for a coffee and chat. 10am Fridays at Collies & Co, Main St, Samford. Contact Morris: 0409 614 855.
Samford Hash House Harriers Contact Stubby 3425 2849 for location of run. Meet 5pm every Sunday. (4pm winter)
Swimming Club Contact Anna Wilson 0427 659 388. president@ samfordswimclub.com.au
Meals on Wheels Delivery Mon - Fri. Ph: 0409 920 824. samford@ mowpr.org New volunteers always welcome.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church: Enquiries 3355 2667
Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association (SDPPA) Meetings 7pm, 3rd Wed of month @ SCHUB. Email: secretary@samfordprogess.org.au W: samfordprogress. org.au Facebook: SDPPA
Samford Landcare www.samfordlandcare.org.au. Contact: samfordlandcare@gmail.comSamfordLocalGrowers
Liberal National Party LNP Darcy Creighton 0403 435 606
Samford Bowls Club - 3289 1204
Cards@TheSCHUB: 1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of each month. 11am to 3pm. All card games welcome. Contact June at nowhiskey53@ gmail.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
Cedar Ck Hall - cedarcreekhall4520@gmail.com
Pine Rivers Koala Care Assoc Inc 24 hour Koala & Wildlife Rescue 0401 350 799.
Cycling Samford Velos. Every Saturday from Samford Patisserie. Contact Daryl Van Cooten 3289 8319 (h) 3480 6602
Brisbane Christian Fellowship: Alan Elliott 3289 2888
Bowls Club Wednesday is Ladies Bowls at 9.00am (Men welcome) Saturday is mixed bowls at 1pm. For Sunday bowls & financial days contact Club. Ph: 3289 1204
Millen Farm and The Mini Farm Project have created an online store. Purchase fresh farm produce and support charity. Order up to 6pm Thursday and collect Saturday’s from 9am at Millen Farm. www. minifarmbox.com.au
Samford Art & Craft Association Slab Hut John Scott Park 7 days 10am-4pm. Ph. 3289 3113
RSL Sub-Branch Memorial Park corner Main and Progress. Pension and welfare on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Meetings as arranged, phone 3289 6928 for details or email samford@rslqld.org
Churches/Religions
Halls for Hire
Samsonvale Hall - Linda Jeffrey 0416 735 361.
Church of United Spiritualism: Rev Lee Ovenstone 0404 059 916 Alive Church: Ps Duane Van Vuuren 0488 495 049
CWA CWA Hall at 10.00am on the third Wednesday of the month. Hall bookings Lilah: 0421 709 723
Caravan Club Dog friendly club holds rallies one week each month within 350km. Marion 0409 028 851.
Samford & District Carriage Drivers Based at the Samford Showgrounds. Contact Ian & Marilyn Taylor 0402 431 406.
Samford Bowls Mah-jong Every Wednesday & Friday 1pm4pm. Contact Jan Smith: 0402 623 794
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
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
Samford & Districts Chamber of Commerce Meets 7am on the second Wednesday of each month at Flying Nun cafe. Contact President info@samfordchamber.com
Samford & District Show Society Committee meetings at Showgrounds - 2nd Wednesday each month. www.samfordshowsociety. com.au
Samford Valley Weather Station Visit www. samfordweather.com
Samford Valley Community Church. 3289 2832
Samford Museum Station St, open every Wednesday & Sunday 10am - 4pm. info@samfordmuseum.com.au. Ph: 3289 2743
Book Club Contact Rose: 0414 973 010, E: rose.moss@bigpond.com
ALP Australian Labor Party Monthly meetings in Samford. Kerry O’Connor 0417 634 755
Facebook: Aikido Samford
Mitchelton Presbyterian Church: Rev. Phil Campbell 3355 3843 Baha’i Faith Azita 0405194623
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.
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.
Rotary Club of Samford Valley 6.45pm second and fouth Tuesday. Contact President Amanda: 0417 612 400
Samford Scout Group Membership enquiries to David Reed: gl@ 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
Samford Community Centre, School Rd - 0408 665 434 Mt Nebo Hall - mtnebohall@mtnebo.org.au
Samford Scout Hall & Shelter - David Reed 3040 6400
Samford Pool - Redfin Aquatics www.redfinaquatics.com. M: 0448 726 343
Samford Support Network 0470 214 916. SSN@ samfordsupportnetwork.com. Drive Coordinator: 0490 216 043. www. samfordsupportnetwork.com.
Community Library Samford Books, games, jigsaw puzzles, CD’s, DVD’s, social groups Contact Linda Murray 0408 062 393 or email info@communitylibrarysamford.org
Lions Club 7.00pm on the first and third Thursday of the month. Contact David 3289 4378 samford@lionsq3.org.au
Samford Tennis Club Enquiries Jessica Catterall 0466 883 899 www.samfordtennis.net. hello@southerncrosstennis.com.au
All fires more than 2m in any direction require a permit editor@villagepump.org.au
Showgrounds Pavilion - Seating for 500. 3289 7057.
Samford Community Folk Dance. All welcome at 7:30pm on 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month in the Farmers Hall. Contact Heather 3289 4708 www.colonialdance.com.au
Netball Club Meetings are the 1st Monday of each month at the Parklands Clubhouse, 7pm. Contact Sonya Grieve 0428 648 154. www. samfordnetball.org.au
Samford Riding for the Disabled Samford Showgrounds Call 0458 246 883. www.samfordrda.com.au
Playgroup Contact Julia 0459 067 752 or samfordplaygroup@gmail. com or www.facebook.com/samfordplaygroup
Anglican Church Hall 3289 1715
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
Zen Space Samford - 0421 058 250
Pine Rivers Greens Meetings online 6.30pm, first Tues of each month. Facebook: pineriversgreens. E: pine.rivers@qld.greens.org.au
Samford Commons admin@samfordcommons.org.au. Leah Hudson M: 0432 682 024. Community Conversation @ Little Tree Bake & Brew House. 2:30pm – 4:30pm – 1st Sunday of each month.
Samford Rangers Football Club (Soccer) PresidentGraham Young, pres@samfordrangers.org.au, 0400 487 809. Secretary - Mathew Kilkelly, secy@samfordrangers.org.au, 0437 437 313
Samford Valley Markets. 2nd Saturday each month 7am-noon. Facebook: Samford Valley Markets.
Aikido Samford Club Beginners welcome. Darren 0402 901 933.
THE VILLAGE PUMP 16 SEPTEMBER 2022– Page 47 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 SAMFORDWARDENS: 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 3289 1215 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 CLOSEBURN-UPPER CEDAR CREEK Closeburn and Upper Cedar Creek: Miles Boon 0409 661 353 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 3289 0150
Reko Samford & Dayboro: Order ea week online for contactless pickup ea Saturday. Facebook: Reko Samford/Reko Dayboro for details.
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
Aged Care Advice and Advocacy. FREE Service. Samford Community Hub by appointment. Jay Richters 0420 278 240
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