The Village Pump 28/04/23 edition

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Samford Arts Trail starts this weekend

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A REWARDING LOOK BEYOND FIRST IMPRESSIONS

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 adult.

Anticipation is building for the Samford and Surrounds Arts Trail and Open Studios, commencing this weekend and continuing for the next four weekends in June. Thirty five local artists will display their talents throughout the Samford Valley, Samford Village, Yugar through to Warner, Cedar Creek, Clear Mountain and Dayboro. Join the talented artists and artisans for a great day out (or several!) in our beautiful region.

From Camp Mountain to Mount Panorama, Murray Dowsett returned a winner from the 2023 Hi-Tec Oils Bathurst 6 Hour production car race over the Easter weekend. The Bathurst 6 Hour is Australia’s longest and most prestigious race for production cars.

Dowsett was joined by talented young drivers Mitchell Maddren and Lachlan Bloxsom in his Lone Star Hire 11Racing Toyota 86. It marks the Camp Mountainbased team’s fourth visit to the famed circuit.

You can pick up a Studio Guide (which includes a map) from the Slab Hut in Samford, Information Centres and selected retail outlets in the area, or head to www. creativesamford.com/2019-arts-trail/ for a downloadable digital version. The Guide features the artists exhibiting in the Trails, as well as a great range of workshops on offer for you to enjoy.

Ironically, Sinead is an accomplished gymnast, 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.

The team put Bloxsom in the car for qualifying where he set the fastest ever lap of the intimidating Mount Panorama circuit for a Class D vehicle.

For the first time this year, the Arts Trail will be working with MBRIT and Mountain Wine Tours to offer a ‘Wine and Art’ bus tour. This will be a great day out with wine tasting and food experiences, while enjoying a great variety of local art. Tours can be booked on the Mountain Wine Tours or Creative Samford websites.

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who’ve supported me in doing this, Lockie and Mitch. It’s surreal, I never expected to be in this position.”

Race day saw Maddren start, followed by Dowsett and finally Bloxsom as the team completed a near-flawless race. The 11Racing Toyota 86 went on to not only win Class D by four laps, but finish an impressive 15th outright against many more powerful vehicles.

Dowsett was quick to pay tribute to his co-drivers, crew and family in their support for his Bathurst campaign: “I can’t thank them enough – my team, my wife and family

One of the artists featured this year is Danielle B Latta, owner of Running Duck Studio in Dayboro. This year, Danielle is undertaking an Endangered Project, whereby artwork will be created to draw attention to the plight of many animals

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.

Anglicare Symes Grove Manager Sharon Marsden said Sinead had been a welcome addition to the team at the home. “We were thrilled to offer Sinead the chance to follow her passion of working in the aged care sector. She is a valued member of our team here at Anglicare and brings a lot of joy, compassion and empathy in the way she interacts with our residents.”

Dowsett, with team mechanic Kristy McAndrew, built the Toyota 86 car in Camp Mountain where he runs the Lonestar Hire equipment rental business that backed his Bathurst attempt.

Creative Samford Inc. is the organiser of the Arts Trail, and Coordinator Ann Russell is hoping that this year’s Trails will attract new visitors as well as those returning to experience them again. “This unique art experience benefits not only the artists, but many other local businesses, with visitor

First run in 2016, the Bathurst 6 Hour has become a modern-day classic. Teams can allocate two or three drivers per car, and drivers have a maximum allowance of three hour’s continuous driving time. Drivers are allowed no more than three and a half hours’ total driving time across the entire

Sinead believes that the series has made people more aware of what it’s like to have a disability and try to find a job. “It’s so much harder to even be invited for a job interview. Being in the Employable Me series was a huge opportunity for me to show that everyone has different qualities and strengths, disability or not,” she said.

numbers increasing every year,” she said. The trails will run from 10am to 4pm over the first four weekends in June, with the fifth weekend playing host to some great workshops. This is your chance to get your friends together and enjoy a great day out in the country.

race, and must be out of the car for over an hour before they can jump back in the driver’s seat.

Each car must also undertake a specific number of compulsory pit stops based on their class.

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 they are happy.”

For more information, see the Creative Samford Website, keep up to date on Facebook www.facebook.com/ samfordartstrail, or contact Ann Russell at trails19@creativesamford.com.

Event entrants are divided into six classes from Class X ultimate performance vehicles to Class E compact cars. Class D production cars include a broad range of sporty road cars priced around the $30-$50k mark when new, opening up the field for regular car lovers to experience the Bathurst rush. Qualifying cars must be listed on the event eligibility list.

This year, eight cars raced in the Class D event, with makes including Toyota, Mazda, BMW, VW, Honda and Subaru.

After their stellar performance at Bathurst, the 11Racing team is scheduled to next head trackside for Round 3 of the 2023 Queensland Production Car series at Queensland Raceway on June 4th.

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Pictured: 11Racing team with (right to left) Lachlan, Murray and Mitchell,

Sinead hoped to work in aged care with

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Pygmy Possum by Danielle B Latta

Happy Days by Lance Boucaut

SDPPA NOTICE

DA APPLICATION

At the last two SDPPA monthly community meetings, members and local residents voiced their concerns about the proposed development on the corner of Main Street, which also incorporates the corner of Junction Street.

The SDPPA membership agreed to engage an independent Town Planner to review the DA application and respond accordingly. This decision is based on the SDPPA’s objective to act as a representative on behalf of the residents and ratepayers of our community and to liaise, and where necessary, advocate on their behalf with government and statutory bodies, in matters pertaining to the progress and protection of the Samford Valley and surrounding districts.

The advertisements appearing on Page 9 of this edition and Page 9 of the 14/04/23 edition are not Village Pump or SDPPA advertisements as suggested on social media, but booked and paid for independently by the Junction Street residents group.

If you are interested in this matter or have something important to raise with the community, why don’t you come along to our monthly meeting?

The SDPPA Management Committee

NEXT SDPPA MEETING

Wednesday 17th May 2023

Samford Community Hub (SCHUB).

7pm start. All welcome. Further information: secretary@samfordprogress.org.au.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

MULTI-STOREY DEVELOPMENT

Everything proposed in DA/2033/4057 is already well catered for in the village. This application offers nothing new or innovative. The multi-storey building design does not fit in the rural setting of the village area. If approved, this project will negatively impact most of the already struggling small, local businesses. More traffic density will occur and choke the roundabout and the residential side streets.

Appropriate development is not a problem, inappropriate development and location definitely is.

If this application is allowed to proceed over the top of occupied residential land and homes as per the proposal, it will open the flood gates to more inappropriate development in the Samford Valley. Submissions (objections) re this DA are now open between 17 April and 10 May 2023.

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Vale Lyndsay Walter Barton

12th October 1926 – 5th April 2023

As a volunteer support driver for Lyndsay and his wife Patricia (Pat), I was captivated by Lyndsay’s intellect and sharp wit. I never tired of his pioneering stories filled with enthusiasm for improving education for our most outback communities and of raising a family on the ‘smell of an oily rag’!

Lyndsay met Pat at a local dance and were married December 1948. His first posting as a school Principal at the tender age of 19 was Coowonga. There were a further 9 postings to various outback schools until his last posting at Grovely State School in 1976. Lyndsay was able to successfully transform the regularly vandalised Grovely State School through innovative school programs and engaging the local parents in a school committee.

In 1980, Lyndsay and Pat moved to Samford Village. Retirement 6 year later included international travel, the Samford Lions Club and Probus. He was also a contestant on ‘Sale of the Century’ and ‘Play your Cards Right’ with Ugly Dave Grey. His achievements included a Life Membership of the Queensland Association of State School Principal, District Governor for the Lion’s Club, a Mensa member, and an average golf handicap of 11.

Even in his 90s, Lyndsay was still keen to participate in making improvements in his

local community. As a part of the Samford Support Network’s program, it was Lyndsay and Pat that prompted the idea of issuing a medical alert system to support locals in staying in their own homes longer, kindly donated by the local Bendigo Bank.

“Lyndsay and Pat were an inspiration and delight to be around. Lyndsay was front and centre in making a video to demonstrate the alert system for fellow locals.” said Barbara Kienast former President of the Samford Support Network.

My word limit will never do justice to this devoted family man’s life-long achievements and commitment to his students and community. Lyndsay was an eloquent writer so I will let him speak for himself:

“My Life has been a wonderful journey spanning eighty-five (now 96) years. For sixty-four of those years (now 75 years) I have been accompanied by the love of my life, Pat, and her patience and perseverance, her undoubted abilities at whatever she puts her mind to and her love of our family and me have made that journey possible. The greatest adornment to that life have been our children, closely followed by their families.”

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Commonwealth Games Champion Georgia Godwin from Delta Gymnastics, as well as Georgia-Rose Brown, Ruby Pass and Kate Sayer, who have all been Australian representatives and World Cup competitors from her own club, Premier Gymnastics.

Catherine Hamilton

Joep Buijs Photography

SOPHIA’S ARTISTRY REWARDED

Samford Local and 3rd year UQ Physiotherapy student Sophia Crisante from Premier Gymnastics, has been selected for the QLD Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) Team to compete at the upcoming Australian Gymnastics Championships on the Gold Coast. While this will be Sophia’s fourth National Championships, it’s her first as a Senior International.

Sophia is excited to be competing alongside some incredible teammates, such as Tokyo Olympian and 2022

Sophia’s last Nationals was in 2021, where her QLD level 10 team won Team Gold. Individually, Sophia was awarded Silver in Vault, Bronze in Bars, Bronze in All around, as well as the prestigious Floor Artistry Award. The highlight, however, was being named WAG Team Captain alongside Georgia Godwin.

In 2022 Sophia missed the individual season due to injury but was part of the National Clubs Championships last September, where her Level 10 Team took home Silver and her Club, Premier Gymnastics took home its first ever WAG National Club of the Year Award.

The Australian Gymnastics Championships are being held at the Gold Coast Sports & Leisure Centre from 7th - 21st May and will showcase 6 different Gym sports. If you love watching gymnastics, this is a great opportunity to support our QLD teams.

Schedules and tickets are available on the Australian Gymnastics Championships website.

The Samford Area Aircraft Action Group (SAAAG) continue to work hard with multiple stakeholders and invite all residents impacted by aircraft noise and pollution to attend our May meeting at the SCHUB on Wednesday 3rd May 7.00pm. New attendees very welcome - please RSVP to our email address below.

Over the last month there have been several important actions regarding air traffic in our area, including:

Airservices Australia (ASA) conducted a “drop in” session at the SCHUB on Thursday April 27th from 2pm -7pm. ASA was supposed to engage with the community and keep us all informed of their upcoming Noise Action Plan which essentially means Noise Sharing! Disappointingly, ASA did not communicate with the Village Pump before the relevant deadline had passed, so we needed to rely on social media and word of mouth to get the information out there.

As we know, this is a “complaints” driven process, therefore our concern is that ASA will receive less feedback from

the community because notification was not widely communicated. Let’s not allow that to happen!

The Australian Government has announced the establishment of the Brisbane Airport Community Airspace Advisory Board (AAB). The AAB is an ongoing, independent, community-based consultation body that will attempt to ensure that ASA fully implement the recommendations from their Brisbane Airport Post Implementation Review. In other words, AAB are keeping ASA accountable – we hope!

The Chair, Mr Ron Brent, called for volunteers to fill five community representative board member positions. The Chair has stated he is confident small changes to flight paths could result in significant impacts/improvements. A number of SAAAG members have nominated for the community representative positions, but we are yet to hear whether they have been successful. We will let you know when we find out how to directly lobby AAB.

Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance (BFPCA) is also lobbying hard on our behalf. Major planning is underway for the first physical protest to be held on 10th June - save the date and join us. More information

available www.bfpca.org.au or Facebook Group: Brisbane Airport Aircraft Noise.

Let’s hope that some of these recent changes can result in real progress in minimising the impact of aircraft in the Samford area.

GET INVOLVED

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting at 7pm Wednesday 3rd May. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any suggestions or concerns via our contact email contactSAAAG@gmail.com

Once again, we would like to thank the Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association for their ongoing support.

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One Last Ambulance Wish

Forever memories become even more important for those of us facing a terminal illness. Charity program Ambulance Wish is all too aware of the value of these key life experiences, working to fulfil the final wishes of Queenslanders with a life-limiting condition. Ambulance Wish provides the coordination, transport and clinical care needed to help those in palliative care experience their final wish.

Living in with her daughter’s family in Camp Mountain, Zdenka Zlamal engaged the help of Ambulance Wish to shore up her last wish; visiting Mooloolaba Beach.

“Really that was fantastic and I couldn’t wish for anything better. That was the day I’ll never forget and that will go with me,” Zdenka said.

Accompanied by her daughter Janette, son-in-law Damien, son Paul and her grandchildren Stanley, Maxwell and Zoe, the Ambulance Wish volunteer paramedics ensured that the day would be memorable for the whole family.

“When the ambulance came, the kids had a ball in it. Two of them pretended to be doctors and looked after me as I went into the ambulance. They went through every drawer and cupboard,” Zdekna laughed.

At the beach a nurse and professional photographer were ready for Zdenka, gifting her a handmade quilt as part of the Ambulance Wish package. The crew were on hand all day to ensure she made the most of her last beach experience. Providing beach shade and a beach wheelchair as well as organising transport, Zdenka was able to experience the ocean again.

“They helped me stand in the water. I could feel the waves wash over my feet, and it felt like magic,” Zdenka said.

When Zdekna requested a short beach walk, she was willingly pushed in her wheelchair along the sand. “The paramedics

kept saying throughout the day, ‘Zdenka, this day is all about you, nobody else. Tell us what you wish for and we’ll make that wish happen,’” she said.

Samford Golden Valley Pony Club

A lot of recent work at the SGVPC is finally coming together, with thanks to Qld Governments Active Game Day Grant, RACQ Active Community Grant and QLD governments Planting, Sport and Recreational Disaster Recovery Grant and the Trees for the Queens Jubilee Grant. All this would not be possible without the help and assistance from both Nikki Boyd and Peter Dutton, our local members.

Zdenka’s daughter Janette was extremely grateful for the efforts of the Ambulance Wish team in creating this experience for the whole family to remember.

“When you’re a carer you do a lot of organising and it was really nice to have someone else coordinate a wonderful experience for all of us,” Janette said. “Ambulance Wish organised everything and they made it really easy. Everyone involved gave their own time for this experience and they were so lovely about it. They kept checking in on my mum’s comfort and were so patient with us.”

Based on a service provided in The Netherlands for immobile, terminally ill patients, Ambulance Wish Queensland is the first to bring this service to Australia. Paramedics and nurses willingly volunteer their whole day to make these last and lasting wishes come true.

Zdenka still smiles about feeling the sand between her toes and sharing an ice cream with her family. To those who enabled this experience, she remains eternally grateful.

“The paramedics were fantastic. They made this beach trip really special and I thank them.”

Tanya Hall

The new revised cross country course is nearing completion ready for our Hunter Trial on June 18. The club will also be holding an open training day, which will see not only members have access to the great facilities, but other interested local riders will also be able to hire and train on the newly built course, on these designated training days. Details will be on the clubs Facebook page.

The new course will enable the club to utilise the jumps for training and competitions from 45cm to 1 Star level. Next Muster Sunday 28th May at 8am.

Claire, Caitlyn and Karen

LEARNING ABOUT ANZAC DAY

ANZAC Day is celebrated on 25th April each year. It is a day to remember Australian and New Zealand soldiers who have served and died for their countries. Learning about ANZAC Day through hands-on and real-life experiences helps us to understand the importance of this national day.

“Anzac Day is to remember, respect and never forget.” Daniel.

We welcomed Marc Orreal, the RSL Brisbane North Deputy President to our Kindy classroom. He told us about the ANZAC Spirit.

“Anzac Spirit is like building a house with bricks. The more bricks the stronger it will be.” Marley.

We worked together to create a Memorial Wreath with poppies and rosemary sprigs. These two plants are plentiful in the fields of Gallipoli.

“Our special ANZAC visitor gave us poppies.” Grace R.

We used oats and golden syrup to make ANZAC biscuits! Originally, these biscuits were made and sent to the soldiers by their family members.

“We made ANZAC biscuits to bring home to share. I shared mine with Dad.” Theodore.

Some of us joined in the Samford ANZAC Day Service by marching along the Avenue of Honour and laying our handmade wreath during the service.

“Papa wears a special uniform on ANZAC Day. I want his hat.” Finn.

We are so proud of our Samford Kindy children actively contributing and taking

Samford Museum

During preparations for the Samford Museum’s recent ANZAC day commemoration, members noted recollections by families telling their memories of war time in our districts, which have been published in Samford Reminiscences books. (SR)

Some of these recollections are reproduced here.

“There was a Commonwealth Government Rifle Range in the Burnside at Kobble Creek, shooting west to east, but as the population grew in the east (what would be Harrisons Pocket and Whiteside) they found it necessary to change the shooting from south to north. That would be shooting towards Burpengary – Narangba area as there was no population on the northern side of the dangerous area. After WW1 and between the two wars, it was changed from Mason’s property, the same targets, but shooting into the mountain area. Later it was disbanded altogether.” SR Vol 1.

“One of my earliest memories is of Mr Alex Gordon from the mountain (Clear Mt) coming to our home to say “Good Bye” he was going to the 1914 war. Sorry to say he did not return.” SR Vol 2.

“Dwyers Lookout at Mt Nebo is named for the Dwyer family. John James Dwyer had spent four years in active service as

a machine gunner during WW1 in Egypt and France. JJ, as he was known, became a Soldier Settler at the Highlands.” SR Vol 3.

“During the war, in 1940s, over 50 Army men camped on our (the Oliver family) property and built a new Camp Mt bridge over Samford Creek, replacing one which was unrepairable.” SR Vol 2.

“In 1942, Jim Denniston (of Branch Creek) joined the Army and served in New Guinea during WW2. After the war he returned to the farm for a short time then went to work

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second application, the recruitment officer reminded him he could not go because he was employed in a reserved occupation. The youth replied he was unemployed. The officer didn’t hesitate again saying “You’re in! You might regret it young fellow! So into the Army I went.” SR Vol 5.

Sets of the 6 Samford Reminiscences books can be purchased for $55.00. The Samford Museum 1986-2018 is also available @$22. Samford Museum is open Wednesday and Sunday 10am-4pm. A small

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This unidentified couple’s photo is in the collection. Identification welcome. Photo from Samford Museum’s collection. Maybe its mother & son?

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

ANZAC Day Memorial Planting

This year, to commemorate ANZAC Day, Bunya’s Christine and Darryl Martin decided to plant a lasting memorial in their native garden. Christine said, “We wanted to remember every day of the year, those Australians who gave their lives in all wars and we felt this was our own personal memorial”. In their local nursery, they found the ideal native plant – the RSL Spirit of ANZAC, a hybrid grevillea.

Samford Area Mens Shed

It comes around every year on 25th April. The nation stands still in dawn services and throughout the day in respectful gratitude and commemoration of the first time that Australian and New Zealand troops set foot on the shores of Gallipoli on the 25th day of April 1915. ANZAC Day is the day that we commemorate those Australians and New Zealanders who fought, were wounded and who gave their lives in military conflict, not only during the First World War but also in all military actions thereafter.

This year was no different. Because of the selfless sacrifice of Australian and New Zealander men and women in all these conflicts, the people of Samford Valley, like the rest of the Australian population, stopped what they were doing last Tuesday and remembered.

The men at Samford Area Mens Shed (SAMS) also stopped what they were doing on Tuesday. After all: there are many men in the Mens Shed movement who also answered the call and took up duties, not only in defence of this country but also in defence of the right of people in other parts of the world to live safely in peace and harmony with each other. The men at SAMS, like everyone else, are able to gather freely without fear of persecution and meet in the Shed not only to enjoy hands-on crafty activities but also friendship, fellowship and shoulder to shoulder companionship and support.

Men of Samford and surrounds, why not come along to the SAMS Shed on any Tuesday morning at 9am and see what SAMS is all about. We’re at the far end of Showgrounds Drive, Highvale - just near the high voltage power tower. Want to know more? Visit the SAMS website at samfordshed.org.au or email samssecretary1@gmail.com

Brian Slattery

PERMAKIDS ON THE MOVE

Permakids is no longer at Millen Farm but is available to come to you, your school or event.

Prior Learning is an inclusive education consultancy based in the Samford Valley, also designing and delivering Permakids workshops. Permaculture is a regenerative approach to our communities based on three ethical principles of earth care, people care and fair share.

The PERMA model of wellbeing is based on positive psychology and stands for Positive Emotion, Engagement, Positive Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment (PERMA).

Permakids blends positive education with permaculture so these two approaches in #permakids workshops help grow abundant thinking, practical strategies and a sense of awe and wonder in our environment which allows us to flourish and to grow what we know. The Permakids workshops are based on academic education research and practical application of PERMA plus permaculture to offer creative fun and information rich activities currently for children aged 5-11, combined with a commitment to the three R’s of Reduce, Recycle and Reuse.

You can find Permakids on Facebook or call Sue on 0408 684 517.

STUDENTS TO LEAD COMMUNITY FESTIVAL

High school students at Samford Valley Steiner School are the driving force behind a new festival to be held in September with the theme of the Odyssey.

Drama teacher, Nicole Ostini saw a need for an uplifting, inspiring community event following the past few years of pandemic restrictions. She asked the student body, “If given the opportunity to participate in a student led experience or festival, what world would you want to create?”

Nicole had the backing of the school leadership to run a high school focused festival, but she wanted a student led experience, not just teachers imposing their own ideas on our teenagers as to how they should feel now.

“We knew how powerful student voice can be if given the right spaces and platforms to engage. We also wanted our community, our parents, alumni and friends to be involved,” says Nicole.

Ideas were thrown around, discussions initiated and then Year 12 student, Mehdi Shajirati came forward with the idea of directing a performance based on Homer’s Odyssey, as part of his Year 12 Senior Research Project. The Odyssey is one of the core texts of the schools’ literary curriculum and is a story about coming home. Home to one’s self, to one’s heart, and to one’s people; so a fitting theme for a community festival.

The school has engaged with the wider arts community and will welcome Queensland’s Dead Puppets Society as artist in residence this year. They will assist the students in making life-size puppets for the festival.

It is hoped that the wider Samford community also engages in the festival. Humanities teacher, Delaney Crawley is collaborating with Nicole and the High School faculty to bring this festival to life and will be writing regular updates for the school’s website and Facebook page. We look forward to updating you on this interesting project as it takes shape.

DIVISION 11 COUNCIL REPORT

Grant Recipients

The successful recipients of the latest round of Moreton Bay Regional Council grants have been released for Community Facilities and Community Activities.

The Dayboro District Progress Association Inc. received $10,000 to assist in upskilling their volunteers; and the Samford Edible Garden Trail 2023 received a boost of $9,950 towards artistic and creative activities as part of the Community Activities Grant. The Dayboro Rodeo Association Inc was successful in their application for $12,334 for a PA system in the rodeo arena; Millen Farm Ltd received $13,473 to put towards irrigation at the farm; and the Samford District Bowls Club Inc. will have four new fixed tables in their outdoor function area thanks to their grant for $1,526.

Council’s website has all the information for community, cultural or sporting groups who wish to understand more about how the grants and funding work, from the type of grants, how to prepare your application and eligibility criteria. If you need help looking for other funding opportunities, then you can register for the free ‘Funding Finder’ service that searches a wide range of state and federal government departments, Foundations and Trusts to help your community group or business find the right one for you. Go to council’s website www. moretonbay.qld.gov.au and search ‘grants and funding’ - you might be surprised at how many different grant and funding options are available to assist local groups.

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HAVE YOU SPOTTED A KOALA LATELY?

Queensland’s koala populations are classified by the Australian Government as endangered and koalas in the wild face a series of threats to their continued survival. Wild Koala Day occurs on 3 May and it reminds us of the need to protect our wild koala population and to do what we can to support their habitat.

Parks and forests help to protect koala habitat, but much of this habitat in Queensland is located on privately-owned land outside of these areas. The longterm conservation of koalas will therefore depend largely on private property owners managing their land to retain or improve koala habitat. This can include planting or maintaining trees on your property that provide food and shelter.

Koalas are strictly leaf eaters, needing to consume up to 500g a day and have strong preferences for certain eucalypt species. In our local district, the primary koala food

trees are Forest Red Gum or Queensland Blue Gum, Tallowwood and the Small-fruited Grey Gum. Trees that can provide a secondary food source of habitat are Ironbark, Spotted Gum, Bloodwood or Brush Box trees. Information on these tree species has been provided by the Pine Rivers Community Nursery at Eatons Hill who can provide plant stock and advice on what tree species should be selected to suit a local soil type or landform.

Besides protecting and increasing koala habitat, we can help koalas survive by preventing dogs and cats attacking koalas, being aware of koalas crossing roads at night, and seeking assistance if you see a koala that may appear to be suffering from disease or injury.

Local volunteer organisations that can provide koala assistance are: RSPCA: 1300264625 (24hr) All native wildlife; Pine Rivers Koala Care: 0401 350 799 (24hr) All

native wildlife; Moreton Bay Koala Rescue: 0401 080 333 (24hr) Koalas.

David Reed

Food gardening tips for May

Finally, it’s cooling down. Here are some tips to make the most of the season in your veg and herb garden.

Ideal to plant are:

• Sugarsnap and snow peas – Use climbing variety to get more sun and yield.

• Chard, coriander, loose leaf lettuce and cabbage – Cabbage needs the highest fertility.

• Potato, radish, turnip, garlic – Allow plenty of space for potatoes.

• Broccoli and cauliflower – High fertility needs and companion plant with coriander.

Okay to plant are:

• Climbing beans – Purple king beans are my favourite.

• Strawberries – Inter plant with leeks or spring onions to reduce slugs.

• Basil – Sunny spot.

In our Gleanr planting calendar, you will discover an additional 90 vegetable and herb crops that are suitable for planting during the month of May in our local climate. Detailed growing instructions are provided for every crop including tips to deal with pest and diseases and companion planting.

Growing food in the month of May is an ideal time for a large number of common veg crops. The excess heat is gone, but as we move to winter, there is the possibility of low night temps, even frost in low areas, but this is unlikely until June.

Key things to consider are:

• Incorporate flowers into your patch such as violas, calendula, sunflowers and nasturtiums. Marigolds are ideal companions for many crops. All these flowers thrive in cooler times.

• Make active use of your compost by using it when you plant seedlings into your patch, this gives them extra vitality in their young and fragile stage.

• Increase the density of your planting and make use of climbing frames for suitable crops.

Bringing beauty to your food garden through flowers, bird baths and mixing the colours of plants within your beds such as different coloured chard or lettuce brings another layer of vitality to the crops and joy to yourself. Allocate a bit of time each day for contemplation in the garden and be sure to have love at the centre of your thoughts.

The plants respond to your good vibes. For more resources on having a thriving food garden, visit the Gleanr platform at www.gleanr.com.au, providing:

• Growing information on 140 crops in the Plant wizard localised to our climate.

• Tip sheets, videos and images on how to create and manage food gardens in the Toolshed.

• Community platform where you can connect with like-minded food gardeners.

It’s free to register on Gleanr. Use the QR code.

PS: See you in our garden at the Samford Edible Garden trail on 20 May.

Peter Kearney

Hello

I have proudly joined the Harcourts Team, with four offices across Brisbane’s powerhouse suburbs, we have over 45 specialised property professionals working together to make every stage of your property journey seamless.

Nine years ago I moved into residential Real Estate Sales. My personal knowledge of Samford Valley and the surrounding localities and my desire to retain the area’s unique – “Country town on the edge of the Brisbane CBD” quality make me, and my team the perfect people to sell or find your slice of 4520 paradise.

Please do not hesitate to call if you are thinking of selling or buying

Mobile: 0407 737 665

ven.grasso@harcourts.com.au

Goodbye Ven Grasso

After nine years working with Matt Cruice it is time to say goodbye to Postcode Property. I would like to thank Matt and all our sellers and buyers who have made this time such a delight.

& ABOUT

Live Music in the Heart of our Village

Iconic Australian musician Vance Joy said: “Music has the power to bring people together and create unforgettable moments”. We agree, and in our Samford way, aim to do just that - and once again, our local community delivered us another full house for the wonderful Bossa Nova Sunset Club show – thank you!

Sat 27 May – MZAZA, European Folk

Next up we present Mzaza – a European folk music tour de force. Three-time Queensland Music Award winners, this six piece Brisbane group deliver mesmerising Balkan-French sounds to folk lovers.

MZAZA’s impressive musicianship, deftly realised with enchanting vocals, accordion, violin, percussion, double bass and Flamenco guitar, embraces diversity, the old and the new, the familiar and the foreign, through timeless melodies.

“Their music is as exotic as their family backgrounds, pulsing with Balkan and other Eastern rhythms.” Noel Mengel.

Sat 24 June - Josh Lovegrove and Caroline Hammond – singer/ songwriters.

Our afternoon winter season opens with two fine artists. Josh Lovegrove is a soulful singer/songwriter with a profound ability to bring his audience into the present. With a passion for compelling storytelling and intimate performances, Josh creates a tantalising soundscape of soul, musicality and harmony.

“Lovegrove achieves complete beauty on new single, Wildfire.” wewriteaboutmusic. com.

Caroline Hammond is a singer of uncommon grace and natural musical lyricism. Her multiple influences

including Afro-Cuban, Blues, Gospel and Australian coffee house folk. A true multiinstrumentalist, equally at home behind African percussion as with a guitar or ukulele.

“Beautiful voice, beautifully crafted songs, brilliant musicianshipr” - John Fegan.

Sat 27 May – Mzaza

European folk music

Special Offer: first 50 bookings include complimentary entrée. Doors open 6pm, music from 7pm – 9.30pm.

Sat 24 June - Josh Lovegrove & Caroline Hammond – Singer/ songwriters

Doors open 3.00pm, music from 4pm. Little Tree Bake & Brewhouse Main Street, Samford. $15/20 + bf Book soon – last two shows sold out! Tickets at: www.samfordlive.au Samford Live is a project of Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association and proudly supported by Moreton Bay Regional Council.

Chris Bowen

Singalong Sessions at Kupidabin with Wendy Murray

Thursday 11th May 10am till 12 noon.

I am delighted to be offering Singalong Sessions at Kupidabin Wilderness, the place of possums, 7 Lyell Court, Mt. Samson. Kupidabin, a very beautiful spiritual place, is the inspiration of Maureen Pickstone, dedicated to indigenous cultures, their art and healing practices. This special place is totally surrounded by natural bushland at the base of Mt Samson and only 10 mins from Samford. The pristine energy is resonant, welcoming and uplifting.

Together we will sing old favourites from popular repertoire including some music theatre and stage show favourites. Morning tea will be served and we anticipate a wonderful time will be had by us all singing up a storm of joyous vibrations.

Book your table now. $25.00pp. All proceeds go to Kupidabin Wilderness ‘not for profit’ Charitable Trust towards the improvement of their amenities to include disabled toilet facilities.

Please contact Maureen for more information. This will be a regular program, every second Thursday. Email: info@ kupidabin.org. Phone: 0402 092 741.

4th Saturday of the Month

samfordlive.au

Mzaza. Image by Juanita Broderick.

Proudly supported by Samford and Districts Progress & Protection Association Moreton Bay Regional Council

Six piece European folk tour de force

HAVE YOU VISITED THE TRAIL?

Tawny Trails is a must-visit destination for art lovers and creators alike. Located in and around Dayboro, this art trail offers a unique opportunity for new and old residents to explore the region’s beauty and witness some of the most stunning art pieces.

May is an extraordinary time to visit the trail, as Tawny Trails celebrates creative Brisbane with the Brisbane Art Design BAD Festival. Besides the self-drive option, we have a boutique tour guide available for the 20th 21st and 28th, so you and a few friends or family can focus on indulging in the creative world and even adding a visit to the winery should you so choose. There will be lots of other special features, including a visitor prize basket to win with something from all our locations.

If you’re planning to attend the Dayboro Day Festival, make sure to add Tawny Trails Art Trail to your itinerary. The art trail is easily accessible and will add an element of local creativity and culture to your festival experience. There are seven trail

locations within and in walking distance of the Dayboro Day main precinct. The art pieces on the trail are diverse and eclectic, ranging from sculptures to paintings and photography, all created by local artists. Looking for a break from the hectic festival, you will also find studios a few minutes from Dayboro as well as in the Samford area.

Visitors can take their time to admire the artwork and even engage with the artists present. Be sure to collect a card and get it signed at each location you visit to go into the draw for the brilliant gift collection. We are also raffling the attached artwork to raise funds for our local wildlife carer. Buy tickets at any of our Tawny Trails locations.

Tawny Trails Art Trail is an excellent addition to the Dayboro Day Festival experience. It offers a unique way to explore the region’s beauty while experiencing local artists’ creativity - add it to your itinerary and take your time to appreciate the stunning artwork on display with Tawny Trails. The interactive trail map can be found on the home page at www.tawnytrails.com as well as all the location details.

Danielle B Latta

Dayboro Day Festival and Antiques & Collectables Fair is on Sunday 28th May, Dayboro Showgrounds, Mount Mee Road.

TALES OF LIZARDS IN SAMFORD VALLEY

It sometimes surprises people that our group has talks on fauna, as well as flora, but we like to take a holistic approach to the environment, knowing that plants and animals are highly inter-dependent. At our next meeting on Tuesday 2 May in the CWA Hall, Main St, Samford, 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start, we are privileged to welcome back Steve Wilson, a Brisbane-based wildlife photographer and herpetologist. Steve has authored or co-authored twelve reptile books which have received four Whitely Awards for excellence in natural history.

For more than 30 years, Steve has worked at the Queensland Museum, educating the public, identifying specimens and raising awareness about Australia’s unique biological heritage and how to conserve it. His presentation is entitled ‘Tales of lizards in Samford Valley’.

Lizards are in our bushland, our gardens and our lounge rooms. Using his stunning photography (he is a former Australian

Geographic photographer of the year), Steve will take us on a tour of the local lizards of the Samford Valley and adjacent mountains, including what some of them really get up to when no one is watching and provide a few clues for identification. This is a talk not to be missed (visitors welcome)!

We encourage attendees to bring along labelled native plant specimens or examples of weeds for our ‘show and tell’ segment. After the presentation, we serve refreshments and draw the plant raffle (bring a little cash) while socialising.

At our April meeting, Francis Rigby and Ross Neller took us through the trials and tribulations of growing Finger Limes commercially. Their 5-acre farm in Closeburn was established on cleared land using trees grown from cuttings. They use drip irrigation to water the plants and sugar cane mulch to suppress weeds and retain moisture. By 2022 they were producing enough fruit to sell commercially at Rocklea markets.

They chose Finger Limes as a crop because they fetch high prices (over $40 per kilo wholesale) and have a long shelf life of 2.5 months if stored correctly (at about 10°C). Their main variety is Champagne Red, which can produce up to 5kg of limes per tree annually. They are now experimenting with grafting and fixing some issues with water supply and nutrients. They plan to introduce some other trees into the plantings to provide shade (Finger Limes grow naturally at the edge of rainforests, so prefer some shade). We thank Francis and Ian for a very informative talk.

Peter Storer

Guitar Teacher

Eastern Bearded Dragon (photo: Steve Wilson)

PLANTING AREA EXTENDED

Monthly Bushcare

On Sunday 16 April one team of volunteers planted some advanced plants in larger pots along the Eco-Trail below the powerlines and a few more at the top of the bank just behind (this is known as revegetation zone P4, which is being planted incrementally). The trees included a very large Scrub Teak (Toechima tenax), kindly donated by volunteer Ian Ferrier, four large macadamias, Flintwood (Scolopia brownie, which is a host plant for the Bordered Rustic butterfly) and Round Lime (Citrus australis, which was propagated from seed collected from revegetation zone P2).

The photo shows the large Scrub Teak being coaxed into the ground. Other volunteers continued the relentless battle with weeds on the lower section of zone P4 that was planted last year. These included Madeira Vine, Creeping Inch Weed, Dutchman’s Pipe, Neonotonia (‘glycine’) and Guinea Grass.

Our next monthly bushcare is earlier than usual because of the clash with Mother’s Day on the second Sunday. On 7 May from 2pm to 4pm we will be continuing our war on weeds and possibly planting some tubestock already in hand (if we can’t get them in the ground in the meantime). New volunteers are always welcome.

We are still looking for someone to provide afternoon tea and coffee at the picnic site using the Eco-Corridor equipment (vacuum flasks, etc.). In the meantime, we will continue to operate on a BYO basis because our volunteers love to socialise after 2 hours of hard work.

All Systems Go at TMT

With the National Premier League Women’s (NPLW) season just kicking off and the Liberty A-league season just finishing, our team have been very busy in the women’s football space.

Practice Manager Sharn and Receptionist Georgia have just completed their football season with the Brisbane Roar. The 20-round season unfortunately didn’t go their way, finishing 9th. They will both now compete in the NPLW during the off-season of the Liberty A-league.

Meanwhile, Yanek has just finished his season with the Brisbane Roar as head of medical before continuing his work as Head Physiotherapist for the Football Queensland Academy and Future Matilda’s. Zarni has also been busy working alongside Yanek at the Football Queensland Academy as the assistant physiotherapist. She is about to travel to Mongolia with the Junior Matilda’s, assisting the team as they aim to qualify for the Under 17’s AFC Asian Cup in 2024. We wish them all the best for their upcoming seasons!

Volunteers planting the large Scrub Teak Education program

On Wednesday 26 April, we worked with students from Ms Alex Leslie’s Grade 4 class at Steiner School, who learnt about local native flora and fauna along Samford Creek, which runs directly behind the school. This is a practical outdoor lesson related to the curriculum unit on local area mapping.

Peter Storer

The Samford Eco-Corridor is a project of the SDPPA

The Movement Team

Georgia and Sharn

Samford Bowls Club

Samford District Bowls Club Board and members wish to thank the Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport (DTIS) through the Community and Recreational Assets Recovery and Resilience program for the grant received to replace the artificial grass surrounds following the flood in February 2022. Another step along the road to recovery!

Competitions

2023 Brisbane District Bowls Association (BDBA) Ladies Autumn Pennants Grand Final for the Flag (St Lucia Saints v Chermside Gold) and the Plate (Windsor Wombats v Samford Powerful Owls) was played at Ferny Grove Bowls Club on Friday 21 April. Let’s hope for great news of a win in the next edition.

2023 Tyre Power Everton Hill Cup. Unfortunately, Samford Bowls Club went down to Chermside Bowls Club in the semifinal. We were pleased with our season with Chermside the only club we weren’t able to conquer. Chermside will play Aspley Gold in the final.

Samford Men’s Novice Singles Semi Finals. David Englebright won against David McDaniel and Martyn Hewett winning over Ian Edmondson.

Tuesday afternoon social bowls is a friendly group. Mostly gentleman, but you will always find a few ladies willing to give the men a competitive game. Some of these gentlemen are a lesson for all of us on how they continue to play the game they love. They don’t let a bout of illness, visits in and out of hospital or arthritic hands, hips or knees stop them from playing the game they love. There are many aides available to bowlers to assist our members to continue playing - Bowling Arms for those who can no longer bend over or have difficulty holding a bowl; Steady Sticks for balance support; and Lifters for those with back problems. We hope bowlers will take advantage of the aides available as there is so much to gain from a game with friends in the beautiful scenic Samford valley.

Upcoming events

Saturday 6 May – Combined Patrons/ Presidents Day. 11.30am - 4.30pm all members welcome.

Monday 29 May - Ladies President at Home. 9am - 2pm.

Saturday 1 July - A Murder Mystery Play. Contact Desley for more information. 0475 429 900.

Enquires: info@samfordbowls.com.au

Janice

Ridley

Pictured: Tuesday afternoon bowlers. L to R: Bill Baulch, Frank Van der Woude, Geoffrey Inder, Ray Davis.

GLOSSY LAUREL

The glossy laurel ( Cryptocaryia laevigata) is an understory shrub or small tree that grows naturally in riverine and dry rainforests from Richmond in NSW to Cairns in North Queensland. Bushy in appearance, the plant can reach 6m in height, has a narrow trunk diameter with dark brown bark that is generally smooth although it does have vertically raised bumps.

As its name suggests, its elliptical leaves are glossy – bright green on the upper surface and paler below – with smooth edges and a long, blunt tip. Each leaf appears to have three veins - a prominent mid-rib with two lateral veins. During spring and early summer, small, cream flowers are formed on panicles slightly shorter than the leaves. Their scent makes up for their small size. These are followed by small, orange to red fruit that ripen between January and May. The single, woody seed is pointed with obvious ribs.

Overall, the general features of the glossy laurel make it a good ornamental plant for

medium sized gardens. It is particularly suited to well-drained, shaded and semishaded areas, mirroring its rainforest ‘home’, and can be grown as a screening hedge. Its bushiness provides protection for small, nesting birds whilst late summer sees fruiteating species.

Learn more at Paten Park Native Nursery. www.ppnn.org.au

TAKE A WANDER

We are having an Open Day on Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st May from 9am-3pm.

Come along and have a sneak peak at the design for the Mandala Garden, grab a membership pack and register your interest in free monthly workshops coming up this year. You can learn about composting, worm farms, plus lots more.

Our vision for the Samford Community Garden is to create a community space that feels welcoming, positive and inspiring for the whole community to enjoy. Whether you want to join as a member to enjoy growing together and sharing produce, rent a plot to grow veggies for yourself or your family, or you simply want to enjoy visiting with a book or strolling through the garden - we invite you to be part of it.

Experience the delight of growing organic food and sharing with positivity and goodwill - come along for our weekly working bees - meet at the Red Building at Millen Farm. Fridays, 9am-11am and Sundays, 8am -10am.

Follow us on Facebook: Samford Community Garden. Sign up to our Newsletter: samfordcommunitygarden.com. au or email us: samfordcommunitygarden@ gmail.com

Susanne Engelhard (on behalf of the whole Samford Community Garden team)

Photo: Robert Whyte

HEALTHY, HAPPY AND SUSTAINABLE PETS

In the next few months we’ll see animals doing their thing at the Samford Show and the Ekka and they all seem so happy and healthy. While we’re not always able to attain perfect breeding lines with our household pets, we certainly want them to be happy and healthy. Indeed, our ‘mixed bag’ dog Goldy is far from pedigree yet at 16 human years is ticking over very healthily - cross paws that continues!

Green Street has a nice checklist which you may like to scan to see how your pet fares with not just being a healthy pet but also helping the planet to be healthy. Just some of the checklist includes:

• Our pet is exercised appropriately.

• We ensure our pet eats nutritional food with minimal additives.

• The products we purchase to assist with pet care are manufactured sustainably (eg. food bowls, leashes, kennels, food).

• Pet roaming is prevented so as not to interfere with the neighbourhood and the environment.

• Where relevant, our pet is desexed so as to stop inappropriate breeding and the growth of the feral animal population.

The Pet Advisory Council of Australia helped out with the list so there’s been some expert advice given to make sure the list is as good as we can get.

If you’d like to add ideas or find out more about sustainable living and sustainable pet care, you could go to www.greenstreet. net.au and join the almost four thousand households and businesses that are putting their best foot forward to reduce their carbon footprint.

Contact us on M: 0407 190 162 or info@ greenstreet.net.au

Howard Nielsen

Fridays at the SCHUB HUMILITY

The Good Stuff Ideas Forum on Friday 28 April at 3.00-ish is discussing the concept of Humility, a very appropriate topic after ANZAC Day and before Labour Day, days which honour our defence service people and those who struggled to gain better working conditions and fair pay for workers. These humble people thought of others’ good before they thought of their own.

Examples of humility stand out in literature like Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird and Albert Barnett (Bert) Facey in A Fortunate Life. The fictional Atticus humbly, quietly maintained his values despite loud racist opposition in the trial of Tom. In the rabid dog incident, he would not let his friends eulogise his expert marksmanship to his children. His commitment to truth saw him refuse to cover up the incidents leading to the death of bigoted Bob Ewell, though they effected his children.

“The one thing that doesn’t abide by majority rule is a person’s conscience.”

Australian Bert Facey (1894 to 1982) epitomised ordinariness, decency, caring for others and the enjoyment he took from a life that by the usual standards was far from fortunate. He fought in Gallipoli and later in workers’ unions to make life better for others. Despite the literary prizes his memoir won, he remained true to himself. Join us in our discussion, for humility has many layers to be uncovered.

SAMFORD VALLEY

Neighbourly connections frequently happen as a result of simple things such as walking our dogs.

As here, Natalie (left) and Wendy often have a footpath chat while Archie (left) and Goldy quietly reflect on a dog’s life – or simply wait patiently.

Samford Psychology

On Friday May 5 at noon, Samford Scribblers opens its arms to local writers, followed by our Cuppa and Chat. On May 12 at 2.00pm, Crafting Kindness welcomes anyone who would like to help others. Our projects are simple so everyone can join in.

Julie Martin

Our psychologists and psychiatrist are experienced, caring and supportive with approaches taliored to suit the individual client.

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 - Wednesday.

• Dr Nicole is available on Mon, Thurs & Friday.

• Dr Mick is available on Mon & Thurs (soon Fridays)

• Priya is available on Monday & Tuesday

• Sarah is available on Wednesday & Thursday.

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.

Our Services:

• Preventative Dentistry

• All General & Major Dental

• Mouthguards and Splints

• Wisdom Tooth Removal

• Pain Free Dental Treatment

AllFundsHealth Accepted. HICAPS Facilities

• 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 and music throughout practice.

QCWA Samford

Our April meeting and lunch was packed with loads of information on what’s happening soon for us. We welcomed visitors Dawn, whose sister Lilah is one of wonderful members, as well as Jae and Belinda from the non profit Centre Against Domestic Abuse (CADA). They gratefully accepted our little handmade bears for children who may need a country- comfort bear. These are absolutely gorgeous and each little cutie is named. Thanks Gail for getting this up and running. We hope they help little ones who may need some cuddles.

to win something lovely for Mother’s Day. Thanks to all members who donated items for the raffle.

Catering events are going very well. QCWA Samford Branch caters for small to medium group functions and other special occasions. Call Fiona on 0421 353 272. If you’re interested in hiring our air conditioned CWA Hall in Main Street, contact Lilah on 0421 709 723.

UPCOMING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES:

Tues 9 May: Mother’s Day Lunch at White Horse Ranch Café, Albany Creek. Lift available at 11.30am from CWA Hall.

11 – 13 May: Mother’s Day Raffle. Helpers appreciated at Drakes Supermarket Samford. Fri 26 May: The Hills Chamber of Commerce Seniors Expo. Samford CWA stall. Come say Hi!

Wed 21 June : Samford Branch QCWA Competition Cookery Day. Start thinking of what you can make.

15 and 16 July: Samford Show. We will be there and our baking will be too. Thank you members for helping make CWA Samford the wonderful meeting place it is. Visitors always welcome.

and Dayboro from 27th May – 10th June. A country house, The Hollow, its eccentric hostess, gun-collecting host, firearmsavvy butler, a movie star and a bunch of emotionally tangled guests. Who dies? How many corpses by the end? And who did it? We’re asking early audiences not to spill the beans!

Please support local arts, enjoy a great show (it’s really fun!) and contribute to a very worthwhile cause. Profits from this show will be donated to Home Away from Homelessness – an Anglicare supported shelter and Hostel in Toowong for women and young children.

It’s a BYO snacks and drinks event –seating at tables. $20 Tickets on sale from 8th May at Samford Design & Print in the Country Centre in Main street, or phone Jo on 3289 5241 to book.

Mothers love some goodies too, so please buy a raffle ticket from our stand at Drakes from 11 - 13 May, to give your Mum a chance

Marnie

Agatha Christie’s murder mystery “The Hollow”

Samford’s SPADEwerx Theatre is presenting this “whodunnit” in Samford

SPADEwerx Actors Helen Perry and Wayne Hinton

GOOD FOR FUN AND BUSINESS

For more than fifty years, organisers of the iconic annual Samford Show have been providing fun for local residents and opportunities for local businesses to display their wares and services.

In 2021 an estimated 15,000 patrons attended the Show and bigger crowds are expected to attend this year. If just $20 of what they spent at the Show or in the Village (a conservative estimate) found its way into the tills of local businesses, that’s $300,000 of direct benefit for the local economy in just one weekend. The multiplier effect is obvious.

Consider also expenditure in local shops by the travelling community of operators of the rides and sideshows in the weeks leading up to the Show – fuel, food, the pub, doctors, lotto tickets, vets and many more.

Recognising this, the organising committee for this year’s Show has decided to set aside a limited number of stall sites to encourage local businesses to get involved. This is in addition to the already over-subscribed number of standard sites for stalls from all over the region.

Until the end of May, Stalls Coordinator Sharon Holloway will accept prioritised applications for stall sites on a first-comefirst-served basis from those local businesses and service providers that haven’t already applied. Just go to the Samford Show Society website to register your interest. For more details, simply scan the QR code to visit the Samford Show Society website and Stall Holder Application page. But be quick – this special provision is expected to rapidly fill.

EMBROIDERY FOR MOTHER’S DAY

The Embroiderers’ Guild Qld will be holding its annual Mother’s Day Craft Fair on Sunday 7 May 2023 from 9am to 1pm at their heritage-listed building, 149

OUT & ABOUT

Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley. Entry is free and there will be two floors of stalls selling quality handmade gifts, as well as an opportunity to add to your stash at the Secondhand Rose stall, where you will find assorted embroidery and craft items, lots of fabric suitable for patchwork, needlecraft books and magazines. There will also be a raffle drawn on the day. Facebook: embroiderersguildqld.org.au

Dr Trish Moloney

Dr Carol McPhail

Dr Ammara Chaudhry

Dr Michelle Ledbury

Dr David O’Regan

Dr Ben McCullough

Dr Christopher Whitney

Dr Lauren Prictor

Dr Claire Bugler

We have been astounded at the success of “All things Nice”. When I arrived in Samford coming up to 4 years ago now, I was told that Op Shops would never succeed in Samford and that may well have been the case in the past. Towards the end of last year, a couple of racks of pre-loved clothing appeared on the parish stall at the Samford Valley Markets. Their popularity and the donations of more clothes led to the idea that there was now a market for pre-loved clothing in Samford.

We could not have imagined the rate at which this little venture has grown. It has become more than just an outlet for preloved clothing - the courtyard between the church and the hall has become a bit of a gathering place, regularly featuring relaxing over a cuppa and cake, just enjoying the morning and the company, not to mention the opportunity to pick up quality preloved clothing, of which there seems to be an endless supply being donated.

Proceeds from the sales is shared between St Paul’s Church and the Anglican Church’s ministry to the victims of domestic violence. Well done Angela, Rosie and team for your vision and magnificent work.

“All Things Nice” is open in the hall behind St Paul’s on a Monday Morning form 9am - midday and at the Samford Valley Markets. However, it will be CLOSED on the Labour Day Holiday – 1st May.

• Regular Sunday Services: 7.30am and 9am.

• Motorcycle ride group gathers at Samford AMPOL on the first Saturday of the month for an 8:30am or 9am departure. Destinations vary and riders of all experience levels are welcome.

• SPYs – St Paul’s Youth: 3rd Friday of the month, 6pm-9pm for an evening which always includes food and a craft activity.

• Samford Valley Markets: 2nd Saturday of the month, 7am – Midday.

• All Things Nice: Mondays, 9am –midday, Parish hall

Robert Paget Priest in Charge

Bringing JOY to the community

For the past four years, a group of locals whose ages range from 55 to 90 have been meeting every week for exercise, fun and a lot of laughter. It’s called JOY – Just Older Youth – exercise classes for the 55+. Local business, Enhance PT, offer these low to moderate intensity exercise classes that have been designed specifically for people who are 55 and above. The classes focus on increasing balance, strength and flexibility as well as the improvement of general fitness levels.

“It’s not inevitable that people of a certain age won’t be capable of doing things. There’s a lot of research out there that suggests feeling good about ageing and about ourselves can actually help us to live more positively and longer,” says Miranda, owner and operator of Enhance PT. “Ageing can bring challenges and not all of life is within our control – but there’s a lot we can do.”

Miranda is extremely passionate about keeping our more mature population moving freely, living stronger and living independently for as long as possible.

“JOY classes have had a big positive social effect in that they are a community within a community. Members look out for one another and if someone is missing from class, we will text or phone them to check if they are okay.”

Some clients have reconnected with friends they had lost contact with, while others have formed new friendships and bonds. The social interaction that comes with attending these types of classes can have such a positive impact on both our physical and mental health.

“We have been working with this age group for several years now, which is super important. Injuries after 55 can be lifechanging and exercise prescription must be tailored to suit more mature bodies and be delivered by an experienced instructor.”

Exercise can assist in many age-related changes to muscles, hone and joints and it’s never too late to start. So, if you’re looking for safe, social and fun exercise classes with JOY, they run every Monday and Friday at the Samford Scout shelter shed, adjacent to the Scout Den in Cash Avenue North.

All fitness levels and ages are welcome. www.enhancept.com.au or call Miranda on 0434 401 750.

DERMATOLOGIST

Dr Lena von Schuckmann

BSc, MBBS, MPH, PhD, FRACGP, FACD

Dr Lena von Schuckmann is a Queensland trained Dermatologist and fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists

Skin cancer screening and treatment

General Dermatology

Eczema

Dr Lena has a special interest in women’s dermatology and the assessment and treatment of skin cancer She is committed to providing compassionate and individualised care to her patients. She works within a multidisciplinary team at Vera to offer wholistic treatment.

Psoriasis

Acne

Rosacea

Vulval conditions

Hair disorders

Nail disorders

Pigmentation disorders

Paediatric dermatology

Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)- including Botox injections

Undifferentiated rashes

Dr Lena is also a clinician researcher and senior lecturer at the University of Queensland, where she conducts research on prevention, early detection and treatment of skin cancer.

Please note: Our dermatology service accepts all female patients, and male patients up to 18 years

Dermatology services include Now accepting new patients

We have a very exciting few months ahead with so many fabulous authors coming to Brisbane and Baffies Oan Books - and it all begins with a delightful Afternoon Tea with Pip Williams on 14 May – yes, Mother’s Day. We are proud to be partnering with Cafe Lagarto and Brisbane Writers Festival to bring you this wonderful event. Half the tickets were sold in the first week, so book now if you don’t want to miss out on your chance to hear more from Pip about her new book, The Bookbinder of Jericho

But wait there’s more!

Sat 27 May, 4.30pm – Best-selling author, Kylie Kaden will be In Conversation about her new book After the Smoke Clears. This book is for readers who love a story full of intrigue and mystery with captivating characters and one twist after another that you’ll never see coming.

Sat 1 July, 4.30pm - Award winning author, Emily O’Grady will be In Conversation about her latest novel, Feast. The awardwinning author of the Yellow House returns with another thrilling story, this time set in the wilds of Scotland where everything is not as it seems.

Sun 30 July, 4pm - Debut author Kerry Taylor will be chatting about her much anticipated novel Mr Smith to You. A novel based on the true story of Australian jockey Bill Smith – a life lived in secret.

Mr Smith to You is a beautiful and tender novel about identity and a powerful testament to kindness and the human spirit.

If you would like to be kept up to date with author events, just drop me an email at info@baffiesoanbooks.com.au

Fiona Taylor

Baffies Oan is located at The Lifestyle Centre on Mt Glorious Road. Drop in for a book, grab a coffee and a bite to eat at Cafe Lagarto and check out the plants and other gifts in the nursery.

WELCOME DR LINDSEY JONES

FORMALLY DR WATSONS

Dr Lindsey Jones joins the team, Doctors at Samford Valley. The team now has 4 Female Doctors, Dr Chris Watson, Dr Rehna Bester, Dr Bhavana Kulkarni and Dr Lindsey Jones. Nursing has also recently doubled with Miranda Smart and Gabrielle Taylor the practice registered nurses that enables Doctors at Samford Valley to provide a comprehensive approach to healthcare.

INTRODUCING: Dr Lindsey Jones, General Practitioner, Female, MBBS FRACGP

Dr Lindsey has a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery and Master of Public Health. She has worked across a variety of hospital and health services. This includes speciality terms in Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, General Medicine, and Oncology. Dr Lindsey also holds a Certificate of Emergency Medicine, Child Health Diploma, and a Dermatology certificate. Additionally, Lindsey is also trained in cosmetic medicine. She is currently undertaking further post graduate training in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. Dr Lindsey Jones is interested in a vast array of health and disease topics and has a focus on holistic wellbeing.

Contact Us: 07 3289 2366

Shop 6-7/19 Main St, Samford Village (Near Rusty Bucket Florist & Fish Lips)

www.doctorsatsamfordvalley.com.au

ARANA HILLS LIBRARY KIDS CARNIVALE

Roar into Carnivale at the Hills with our dinosaur-themed party! Enjoy sensory play, storytelling, and crafts with FREE entry.

Saturday 13th May: Kids Carnivale, 9am – 12 noon.

This year’s party is dinosaur themed so come along ready to stomp and roar as we explore the prehistoric world of dinosaurs through craft, sensory play and storytelling, perhaps you will even see a dinosaur or two! Fun for the whole family. Free. No bookings required. Facilitated by friendly library staff. Saturday 13th May: Get Up Close with a Baby Dinosaur.

Sessions: 9am - 9.30am, 9.40am - 10.10am, 10.20am - 10.50am, 11am - 11.30am.

Bring the past to life and explore the prehistoric world of dinosaurs with our friends from Dino Encounters. As part of the Arana Hills Library’s Kids Carnivale 2023 we invite you to an interactive dinosaur experience with Baby T-Rex Bill and his dinosaur wrangler. Sessions will include dinosaur Q&A’s, dino games and a chance to have your photo taken with a baby dinosaur! Free. Bookings required. One ticket per child.

For bookings scan the QR code or visit us on Facebook @MBRC. libraries.

Arana Hills Library, 63 Cobbity Cres, Arana Hills

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6 Woodgrove Court, Highvale

Large Family Entertainer with Peerless Mountain Panorama...

Lifestyle and liveability blend seamlessly in this impeccably presented, supremely proportioned 5-bed family home on a coveted Highvale acre that’s positioned to enjoy sweeping, elevated mountain panoramas and a peacefully private cul-de-sac location.

• Multiple indoor/outdoor living spaces - perfect for a family

• Entertainers kitchen feat. quality appliances

• Master retreat feat. private ensuite & well appointed WIR

• Elevated panoramas out to the mountains beyond

• Entertainer’s pavilion overlooking large sparkling pool

Contact Agent for Price Guide Chelsea Perry | 0415 901 389 | chelsea@craigdoyle.com.au

• Town water, NBN, crimsafe and split system AC

• Fully fenced yard perfect for your kids & pets

• Double Garage feat. internal access + 6m x 6m shed

• Quiet cul-de-sac position surrounded by quality homes

• 10 mins to Samford Village | 40 mins to Brisbane CBD

“In Real Estate, always at your service”

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Charming Original Queenslander on 5 Quality Acres...

Tucked away on quiet tree-lined lane-way, bursting in country charm, this thoughtfully re imagined Queenslander offers classic sophistication and is sure to capture your heart!

• Original Queenslander immaculately re-imagined

• Respectfully renovated to highlight period details

• Warm country palette highlights the modern farmhouse feel

• Polished floors, ornate ceilings, adorable gables & VJ walls

• Country kitchen featuring quality appliances

Contact Agent for Price Guide

Chelsea Perry | 0415 901 389 | chelsea@craigdoyle.com.au

• 5 rolling acres fenced with 2 dams, sheds + paddock

• Surrounded by quality acreage properties

• Studio or guest quarters – the perfect teenagers retreat!

• Huge outdoor entertaining area plus spacious deck

• Raised veggie garden for farm-fresh meals

Shannon Court, Closeburn

“In Real Estate, always at your service”

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Highlander Court, Clear Mountain

Easy Contemporary Acreage Living & Incredible Panoramic Views!

Prestigiously positioned in a highly sought after enclave of Clear Mountain, commanding spectacular 360-degree hinterland, Moreton Bay & city views, this custom designed masterpiece is an exquisite display of bespoke craftsmanship and modern architecture; connecting people with place.

• Contemporary masterpiece on 5 low maintenance acres

• Spectacular panoramic 360-degree views!

• Modern architecture connecting people & place

• Entertainer’s kitchen feat. quality iLve & Miele appliances

• Impressive outdoor entertainment spaces

Contact Agent for Price Guide

Chelsea Perry | 0415 901 389 | chelsea@craigdoyle.com.au

• Flexible floor plan adaptable to changing family needs

• Master retreat enjoys views, spa ensuite & dressing room

• Privacy assured – the epitome of mountaintop living

• Clear Mountain lodge & restaurant a short walk

• 15 mins to Samford Village & 35 minutes to Brisbane CBD

4 bed | 2 bath | 2 car

“In Real Estate, always at your service”

For Sale

• 2.63 Town water acres in "Samford Downs" Estate

• Bright Sun-filled interior with desirable family-friendly floorplan

• Multiple living areas; Formal lounge/dining room, rumpus area and an additional dining/lounge area off kitchen

• Fireplace in formal living area

• Covered outdoor entertaining area

• Salt water in-ground pool

• Large Dam witch Jetty and Covered entertaining space

• 3Kw Solar Power

• 2 Bay Shed with power & workshop

For Sale

• Immaculately presented Queenslander on 5 horse-friendly acres

• Spacious living areas, enclosed sun-room & remodeled timber kitchen

• Hoop Pine floorboards, period light fittings & tiling, VJ walls, French Doors, feature panel ceilings and lead light windows

• Insulated 20m x 8m x 6.3m high Shed

• Spring fed dam

• Fenced horse paddocks

• Established rainforest

• Seasonal Creek

Brett Crompton 0413 744 237 brett.crompton@raywhite.c om

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Director I Property Manager Ph: (07) 3289 1122

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Ray White Samford 15/4 Mary Ring Drive "Samford Central" Samford Village Qld 4520 (07) 3289 1122

20 Greenwood Crescent, S SAMFORD VALLEY

20 Masseys Creek Court, C CEDAR CREEK 3 3 4

"Liz is pleasant and straight forward, the lady does not mess around when it comes to getting the job done. She is very helpful & thoughtful. I'm very pleased that I was fortunate enough to have found the right person for the job . In this line of business Liz would be my first choice to recommend to anyone. Like I've told her .. well done Liz, love you're work!"

- Henk (Owner)

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• General site clean-ups / Levelling / 4WD slashing

• Demoli on / Rubbish Removal

• Tip Trucks & Earthmoving machinery

• Low Loaders to shi your heavy machinery

• Subdivision works

BART’S BOBCAT EXCAVATOR & TIPPER HIRE

• 4 ton Excavator – All Attachments

• Bobcat • Truck with Tipper

• Driveways – Asphalt / Concrete / Road Base

• Concreting – Shed Slabs / Paths etc.

• All Aspects of Earthworks including: Post Holes, Site Clean-ups, Footings etc. • Free Quotes

Bart 0419 757 384

Reliable, Experienced Owner/Operator Reg Builder No. 706257

Picture Framing service

Paintings, photos, repairs

Local business with over 150 customers in the Valley and surrounding area.

Highly competitive and will call at your home to discuss requirements.

Free quotes (you can send a photo)

Please call / text Ross on Email: gluerross@yahoo.com.au

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Paintings, photos, repairs

Local business with over 150 customers in the Valley & surrounding area.

Highly competitive & will call at your home to discuss requirements. Free quotes (you can send a photo).

Call / Text Ross on 0408 862 646 Email gluerross@yahoo.com.au

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Septic & holding tanks • Grease traps Call Tony

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Wastewater Treatment Systems Servicing, Repairs & Pump Outs. Family owned and operated. Call Geoff: 0424 157 712

John Keal isn’t just a friendly water carrier, he also does Acreage Slashing

• 4wd Tractor Slashing, 6 foot wide cut

• Efficient and experienced • Keep you acreage under control • Reduce the risk of snakes

• Minimise fire hazards

Ph: 3353 3211 Your friendly, local Samford man for water deliveries, pools & slashing

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SOLAR PV & BATTERY SOLUTIONS – are your energy bills getting out of hand? Power prices are about to surge. Take advantage of the generous Govt rebates and 100% financing on very low interest rates. Speak to a local consultant about solar solutions using top quality componentry without the BS. Triple accreditation with Clean Energy Council. Ph John on 0447 818 384, Solar Safari Pty Ltd

WELDING: Minor welding work. 0407 255 549

YOUR HOME CLEANED & SANITISED by KellieLee. Wkly/ftnly/3wkly/mthly. Spring cleans,one off cleans. Blinds, windows & home ironing. Productive quality job assured. Professional pride & joy in work. Reliable & trusted service for over 12 yrs. Call: 0412 822 115.

FARRIER Good rates. 0417 738 722

PETA’S PET MINDING Ph: 0418 118 708.

SAMFORD PET RESORT AND DOGGY DAY CARE Ph 3289 1600 www.samfordpetresort.com.au

ORDERS for point of lay pullets. Gleam O Dawn 3289 1699.

BULK CANE BALES Gleam O Dawn 3289 1699. 45kg GAS BOTTLES exch. Gleam O Dawn 3289 1699.

GLEAM O DAWN stocks NutriRice range. 3289 1699.

CONTACT GLEAM O DAWN for all your fertilizing, gardening & micro irrigation requirements. Ph 3289 1699.

FREE removal unwanted cars/car bodies. 0412 268 087.

SAMFORD “SOUL” ACCOMMODATION: House for Hire, 3 bed short term. Cabins delivered to you. Winnebago for hire. 3289 6000

ACREAGE and domestic mowing, whipper-snipping, gardening and pressure cleaning. Cheap fixed rates, honest and reliable. Ring Liam 0472 626 206 CARPENTER/JOINER retired & local for your furniture repairs in own workshop. Clive 0488 370 707. CELEBRANT with depth and warmth. Contact Margit on 0410 030 870 or margitradcliffe@gmail.com

FUNERAL CELEBRANT Services with soul. Robyn on 0412 083 641 or robyn@eyesofheart.com.au

GENERAL PEST CONTROL - are ants, cockroaches, spiders, rodents and fleas causing you issues? Exp’d Samford based owner operator, fully licensed, fully insured, great service, great results. Ph John at Target Pest & Turf Services on 1300 638 938

LANTANA a problem? Call Peter on 0417 726 923 for prompt removal, roots and all with no pesticides used.

L&S DOYLE ELECTRICAL Competitive rates, free quotes. Liam Doyle 0404 494 184. Lic No 73073

LOCAL CLEANING LADY $30/hr. 0488 483 231.

MORTGAGE BROKER Sarah Doyle Mortgage Choice 0401 435 775.

SOIL CORING AND AERATION - The most overlooked aspect to a great lawn! Heavy duty machine takes cores up to 50mm deep resulting in better water and fertiliser absorption whilst aerating roots. Exp’d operator, Ph John at Target Pest & Turf Services on 1300 638 938.

TLC CLEANERS – Reliable, local service over 20yrs. Many references avail. 0414 328 945

DRIVER TRAINING: Automatic/manual, accredited female trainer, own car only. $40 p/hr M: 0434 544 215.

FRENCH with a native speaker with over 20 years’ experience. High school & uni students + advanced learners. Ph Rose: 3289 4505/0408 249 013.

VOICE & GUITAR LESSONS with Wendy BMus 0417 830 340.

DEATH WALKER/DOULA Support & care for the dying and their families. Contact Robyn on 0412083641 or robyn@eyesofheart.com.au

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Early childhood/school/ executive skills, self care, sensory/self regulation. gwen@ gwenliddleot.com M: 0413 124 121

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.

SAMFORD WOMEN’S MASSAGE: Remedial & Relaxation Massage Therapy. M: 0401 844 554 www. samfordwomensmassage.com.

DEEP TISSUE BODY THERAPY. Body Alignment, Remedial, Triggerpoint. Decrease pain-Renew function. Rediscover the magic of freedom in your body! Samford & Ashgrove Charles Kise. 0415 150 098.

WOMEN’S CIRCLES Experience authentic, heartfelt connection, song, crafting and gentle healing through self inquiry and a variety of practices in a group setting. Circles run monthly at CWA Hall, Cedar Creek & my home. To book & view more info, see the EVENTS page www.circleofgrace.com.au or contact Lauren 0414 377 120.

BUS DRIVER: Urgently needed for school run. Mt Nebo to The Gap, morning & afternoon runs. Contact Adrian Jones 3289 8126 or 0432 192 389.

WANTED: Truck Driver. Min HR Licence. Ph: 3298 5436

WANTED: Kindergarten teacher to supervise & organise civil construction crew and road construction team. Ph: 3298 5436.

LOCAL earthmoving company seeking an operator/ labourer. Immediate start. Drivers licence required. Call Aaron 0423 079 917.

Aged Care Advice and Advocacy. FREE Service. Samford Community Hub by appointment. Jay Richters 0420 278 240

Aikido Samford Club Beginners welcome. Darren 0402 901 933.

Facebook: Aikido Samford

Alcoholics Anonymous Helpline 3255 9162 Samford Community Hub every Tues: 7pm. Farmers Hall every Thurs: 10am. No need to book just turn up. These are both child friendly meetings.

ALP Australian Labor Party Monthly meetings in Samford.

Kerry O’Connor 0417 634 755

Archery- Target Archers Beginner courses and new membership enquiries email: samfordvalleytargetarchers@gmail.com

Arana Leagues Social Golf Club plays golf on alternate w/ ends throughout the year. Sat afternoon/Sun mornings. Call President Ted Goodwin 0407 036 891

Army Cadets: Samford 107 ACU parades from 6pm to 8:30pm every Monday, excluding holidays at Samford Community Hub. E: 107ACU@ armycadets.gov.au for further information.

Avenue of Honour For all information on this project or to order a memorial plaque contact samfordaoh@gmail.com or leave a message at the RSL on 3289 6928

Book Club Contact Rose: 0414 973 010, E: rose.moss@bigpond.com

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

Bunya Residents Association SES Building, James Drysdale Sport Reserve 7.30pm last Wed of month, Jan, Mar, May, July, Sept, Nov. email: president@bunyaresidents.asn.au. www.bunyaresidents.asn.au

Caravan Club Dog friendly club holds rallies one week each month within 350km. Marion 0409 028 851.

Cards@TheSCHUB: 1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of each month. 11am to 3pm. All card games welcome. Contact June at nowhiskey53@ gmail.com

Cedar Creek Bushcare Group: 2nd Thurs of the month (except Dec and Jan). Andy Williams Park. 8:30am - 10:30am. MBRC provide tools and insurance. All welcome. Contact Fiona 0421 071 412

Churches/Religions

Sacred Heart Catholic Church: Enquiries 3355 2667

Samford Valley Community Church. 3289 2832

Samford Baptist Church: Pastor Samuel Thompson 0409 797 931

St Pauls Anglican Church: Rev Robert Paget 3289 1715

Brisbane Christian Fellowship: Alan Elliott 3289 2888

Mitchelton Presbyterian Church: Rev. Phil Campbell 3355 3843

Baha’i Faith Azita 0405194623

Church of United Spiritualism: Rev Lee Ovenstone 0404 059 916

Alive Church: Ps Duane Van Vuuren 0488 495 049

Mychurch Everton Park Ph: 3355 7444

Nexus Church Samford: www.nexuschurch.com.au

Community Library Samford Books, games, jigsaw puzzles, CD’s, DVD’s, social groups Contact Linda Murray 0408 062 393 or email info@communitylibrarysamford.org

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

CWA CWA Hall at 10.00am on the third Wednesday of the month. Hall bookings Lilah: 0421 709 723

Cycling Samford Velos. Every Saturday from Samford Patisserie. Contact Daryl Van Cooten 3289 8319 (h) 3480 6602

Eco Corridor Samford (SDPPA) Monthly bushcare 2-4pm 2nd Sunday except Dec/Jan. Meet in Samford parklands carpark by netball courts. samfordecocorridor@gmail.com

Equestrian Group (SEG) Riders of all ages and abilities welcome. For full details, calendar & contacts - www. samfordequestriangroup.com

Halls for Hire SCHUB manager@schub.org.au

Farmers Hall, 0422 054 378.

CWA Hall. Lilah 0421 709 723

Showgrounds Pavilion - Seating for 500. 3289 7057. Samsonvale Hall - Linda Jeffrey 0416 735 361. Cedar Ck Hall - cedarcreekhall4520@gmail.com

Samford Bowls Club - info@samfordbowlsclub.com.au

Samford Community Centre, School Rd - 0408 665 434 Mt Nebo Hall - mtnebohall@mtnebo.org.au

Samford Scout Hall & Shelter - David Reed 3040 6400

Anglican Church Hall 3289 1715

Zen Space Samford - 0421 058 250

Greens Meetings online 6.30pm, first Tues of each month. Facebook: pineriversgreens. E: pine.rivers@qld.greens.org.au

Liberal National Party LNP Darcy Creighton 0403 435 606

Lions Club 7.00pm on the first and third Thursday of the month. Contact David 3289 4378 samford@lionsq3.org.au

Meals on Wheels Delivery Mon - Fri. Ph: 0409 920 824. samford@ mowmbr.org New volunteers always welcome.

Men’s Coffee Morning: Meet other local retired and semi-retired men for a coffee and chat. 9.30am every Friday at Fish Lips, Main St, Samford. Contact Morris: 0409 614 85 Millen Farm a not-for-profit volunteer run organic permaculture-based community farm - education area, market garden, community exchange.

Contact: Martine Nordh 0450 696 854 or Greg Prior 0419 913 536.

Mt Glorious Community Assoc Meets third Thurs of month. 6.30pm at the new comunity hall. mtgloriouscommunityassociation@ outlook.com

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

Native Plants Qld (formerly SGAP) CWA Hall 7.15pm first Tuesday of month (except January). Enq sgapsamford@outlook.com or 3289 7858

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

North Pine Poultry Club Inc Meet 3rd Saturday of each month. See facebook page for details.

Pine Rivers Croquet Club Deakin Street, Brendale. Social sports club, play days: Tue, Wed, Thurs, Sat. Carolyn 0480271272 or pinerivers@croquetqld.org

Pine Rivers Koala Care Assoc Inc 24 hour Koala & Wildlife Rescue 0401 350 799.

Playgroup Contact Julia 0459 067 752 or samfordplaygroup@gmail. com or www.facebook.com/samfordplaygroup

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

Reko Samford & Dayboro: Order ea week online for contactless pickup ea Saturday. Facebook: Reko Samford/Reko Dayboro for details.

Rotary Club of Samford Valley 6.45pm second and fourth Tuesday. Contact President Amanda: 0417 612 400 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

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 Stags Rugby League Club Committee meetings at 6.30pm at the Clubhouse on the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Mick Hughes 3289 1027

Samford & District Carriage Drivers Based at the Samford Showgrounds. Contact sdcarriagedriversinc@gmail.com

Samford & Districts Chamber of Commerce Meets 7am on the second Wednesday of each month at the SCHUB. Contact secretary@samfordchamber.com

Samford Area Men’s Shed Tuesdays 9am, Showgrounds Drive, Highvale. samssecretary1@gmail.com

Samford Art & Craft Association Slab Hut John Scott Park 7 days 10am-4pm. Ph. 3289 3113

Samford Bowls Mah-jong Every Wednesday & Friday 1pm4pm. Contact Jan Smith: 0402 623 794

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 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

Samford Community Singers Mondays 7pm. Farmers Hall. Coordinator, Nettie Carroll 0412 991 759. Membership Secretary: Raymond Adams 3289 1789

Samford Hash Group Since 1991. Runners, walkers, joggers. Ph Haughty 3289 4378 Payback 3298 5194.

Samford Hash House Harriers Contact Stubby 3425 2849 for location of run. Meet 5pm every Sunday. (4pm winter)

Samford Landcare www.samfordlandcare.org.au. Contact: samfordlandcare@gmail.com

Samford Local Growers 3rd Sunday of each month, 9am to 11am. Contact Jason 0407 740 856 or go to http://groups.google.com.au/ group/samford-local-food-group

Samford Museum Station St, open every Wednesday & Sunday 10am - 4pm. info@samfordmuseum.com.au. Ph: 3289 2743

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

Samford Pool - Redfin Aquatics www.redfinaquatics.com.

M: 0448 726 343

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 Riding for the Disabled Samford Showgrounds Call 0458 246 883. www.samfordrda.com.au

Samford Scout Group Membership enquiries to David Reed: gl@ samford.scoutsqld.com.au www.samfordscouts.com.au Ph: 3040 6400

Samford Support Network 0470 214 916. SSN@ samfordsupportnetwork.com. www.samfordsupportnetwork.com.

Samford & District Show Society Committee meetings at Showgrounds - 2nd Wednesday each month. www.samfordshowsociety. com.au

Samford Valley Markets. 2nd Saturday each month 7am-noon. Facebook: Samford Valley Markets.

Swimming Club Contact Anna Wilson 0427 659 388. president@ samfordswimclub.com.au

Samford Tennis Club Enquiries Jessica Catterall 0466 883 899 www.samfordtennis.net. hello@southerncrosstennis.com.au

Samford Valley Weather Station Visit www.samfordweather. com