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Samford Arts Trail startsFIRST this weekend A REWARDING LOOK BEYOND IMPRESSIONS SAMFORD COMMEMORATES ANZAC DAY

In Samford, we somehow with Like many young women her age, 21-yr-old Anticipation is building forget theaway Samford working magically with many of our local Samford Valley local, Sinead Skorka-Brennan and Surrounds Arts Trail and Open Studios, dreamed of finding theAnzac perfect job. organisations andweekend this wasOne no commencing this andDay continuing that would build her confidence butThirty also different. The weather did not deter more for the next four weekends in June. give her independence and jobtheir satisfaction. thanlocal 2500 people the talents school five artists willincluding display In a world where preconceptions about throughout Samford Valley, in Samford children whothe stood so respectfully silence disability are still an issue, she was finding Village, Yugar through to Warner, Cedar in the drizzling rain at our beautiful Avenue employment opportunities really difficult to Creek, Clear Mountain and Dayboro. of Honour, with armoured come by. You see, Sinead is a young woman Join the talented artists and artisans for a vehicles holding ground and with Down Syndrome and because of this, great day out (or several!) in our beautiful soldiers standing guard. she is often treated like a child, instead of region. It made for an impressive a young adult. You canBut pickwhat up a Studio Guide (which setting. is most Ironically, Sinead is an accomplished includes a map) from the Hut in impressivehaving is the spirit so manySlab gymnast, represented Australia at Samford, Information Centres and selected community members bring, the Special Olympics World Games in Abu retail in the area,about or head to www. with outlets their own stories Dhabi in March this year, bringing home creativesamford.com/2019-arts-trail/ for a howmedals, war ortwo service history four of them gold in bar and downloadable digital version. The Guide has shaped family beam events. their She was alsotree. the recipient of features the isartists exhibiting This2019 to me whatYoung Anzac Sportsperson Dayin the Trails, the Dickson of as well asAward. a great rangewould of workshops on means our community. the Yearin You think these offer for you Anzac Dayto inenjoy. Samford is doors for achievements alone would open For the first time this not. year, the Arts Trail her – but unfortunately conducted on a shoe-string will be working with Enter the award-winning and Mountain critically budget, seeking high MBRIT impact. and It Wine Tours to offer a ‘Wine and Art’ bus acclaimed ABC documentary series is built from home-grown good tour. This will be a great day out with Employable Me,work. which followed will and hard Behind the the stories of winepeople tastingwith and disabilities food experiences, while nine they battled scenes there are great acts of as humanity, like: enjoying a great variety of local art. Tours tothe find work. documentary, whichevery was Rural FireThe Brigade who volunteer can bein booked on theto Mountain Wine aired April, aimed show potential year for traffic coordination; children who Tours or Creative Samford websites. employers capable people behind their hand-makethe beautiful wreaths and prepare One of the featured this year is condition andartists highlight the importance essays about our Anzacs for school; the Danielle Latta, Running Duck for peopleB to feelowner valued.ofThroughout the selfless in people who get up year, beforeDanielle dawn to Studio Dayboro. This series, participants worked with experts, job foodtheir foran our soldiers; ourProject, officers isprepare undertaking Endangered coaches and families to uncover their and soldiers who prepare skills and artwork talents and themfor to Anzac roles whereby willmatch betirelessly created to draw Day before they are whisked off to their that harnessed their strengths. attention to the plight of many animals

next our magnificent Sinead hoped to work in aged care with in thedeployment; wild - from beautiful big musicians lions and whogoal practice diligently months before the of to improving thefor lives those she elephants the smalls of ourof very own cared steps toward her goal, the day;for. theTaking staff from MBRC who look after endangered pygmy possum, the variety and she completed a Certificate 3 in Aged Care the Avenue Honour all year the numbers areofoverwhelming. Asround; an artist, and was looking for an employer to give young people support the aelderly; and Danielle findswho herself looking lot deeper her a every chance. That the employer was Anglicare into aspect of privacy her surroundings for all who respect of those whoSymes Grove, where Sinead secured a partvisually, spiritually and emotionally. were deeply moved during the service. time role, from helping residents with theirallows daily Drawing these observations needs days awith week.the viewers of the her totwo connect “I make artwork. cups of teaDanielle and coffee serve resulting willand donate meals and drinks. I feed someone if they a portion of the sale of artworks sold can’t feed themselves. I help with activities from this collection, to the corresponding like craft or physio classes, take for animals’ preservation fund, in residents your name. walks, or push someone in a wheelchair or Danielle’s studio is Number 23 in the Arts wheelie bed so that they can participate in Trails booklet. special activities, for example in a concert. I will also run activity programs in the future,” said Sinead. 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 empathy the way she This year, and I know thereinwere people interacts with our residents.” Pygmy Possum by Danielle B Latta young and old who were attending their Sinead that the series has Sadly made first everbelieves Anzac commemoration. Creative Samford Inc. is the organiser of people more aware of what it’s like to have too,Arts I know there were VeteransAnn whoRussell were the Trail, and Coordinator a disability and try to find a job. “It’s so attending their last.year’s Trails will attract is hoping thattothis much harder even be invited for a job Every year,as thewell Samford RSL returning Sub-Branch new visitors to interview. Being in as thethose Employable Me aims to make the Anzac commemoration experience them again. “This unique art series was a huge opportunity for me to worthythat of those we are as experience benefits not only the artists, but show everyone hascommemorating, different qualities well strengths, asother meaningful for allor in not,” the community. many local businesses, with and disability she visitor said.

Listening to feedback is most oneyear,” way seek Asked what she liked aboutwe her job, numbers increasing every she said. to improve. Inevitably we receive some Sinead said, “Irun likefrom helping other people. The trails will 10am to 4pm over That is why the ideathe workwith inisAged negative feedback saying service too the first fourI had weekends intoJune, the Care already since High School. find it long, the speeches toohost long, tooI many fifth or weekend playing toorsome great most rewarding when I am able to make lay wreaths, or tooismany march etc. When workshops. This your chance to get your residents happy can to make friends together andand enjoy a help great day out Ithe reflect on this feedback, I try to imagine their lives a little bit easier. findanswer it very in theour country. what Anzacs would say andI the rewarding get information, to know each resident For more see and the istoclear. know whatSamford their needs are and how they like Creative Website, keep up to I am also guided by our little something done. It makes me happy when date on Facebook www.facebook.com/ people, our future leaders who they are happy.” or contact Ann Russell at samfordartstrail, wave enthusiastically at the trails19@creativesamford.com. planes, singing their hearts out to our national anthem and sitting so proudly and quietly in their uniforms for the whole service. These children and the thousands who turn out each year give us the best indication yet that we are heading in the right direction. Anzac Day, in Samford, will always be about community involvement, with as many numbers as we can cater for, and we will always present the service in a time-honoured way that fittingly Happy Days by Lance Boucaut marks Photo courtesy of Jeremy Simons the ultimate sacrifice of those we are commemorating. Lest We Forget. Mark Orreal

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In the floods earlier this year, a very valuable memorial was swept away from Cedar Creek. This memorial plaque was created in 1999 in memory of Sue and Adrian Hunter’s daughter Hattie. They are hoping it may have been picked up off the road or further downstream by someone driving through, or by a locals.

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VENUE: TBA please check Facebook for details. 7pm start. All welcome. Further information: secretary@samfordprogress.org.au.

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Photo of the Week This beautiful snake curled up on top of the gate post at the Samford Bowls Club entrance, high above the flood line, was sent in by Lesley Maher.

The plaque was originally placed on a granite stone in a community native garden located at the crossing next to Kirk Court on Cedar Creek Road, about 6.5kms from the main road. It was created by community members including Year 11 boys from Hillbrook Anglican School, their son’s class at the time, as well as friends and family. At the time, Pine Rivers Shire Council Mayor Brian Bourke secured the plot in perpetuity and much love and care went into planning and clearing the area, under the direction of a friend and landscape architect who worked with the Council investigating native plants and grasses, so the family could create a natural fit for their daughter. The family would really appreciate any assistance so they can return the plaque to its beautiful home. Please contact Sue on 0404 081 114 if you have any information that can help. CROSSWORD 0522 SOLUTION From 15/04/22 edition

Community Hub (SCHUB): Tuesday & Thursday................9am -12noon . Maggie Scattini (Mt Nebo)........... 3289 8175 Peter Gloor (Cedar Ck)............0409 482 767 Peter Jackson (Camp Mtn)...........3289 6495 John Green..............................0400 373 726 Ben Sorensen..........................0407 302 544 Sue Flinders (Kobble Ck).......0466 619 660 David Macdonald(S/Valley)...0452 406 050 Justin Desmond.......................0438 380 767 Julie Lummis (Armstrong Ck)..0404 606 575 Merv Brown.............................0408 748 133 Michael Bentley............................3289 5968 Elliott Baldwin..........................0448 056 110 Linda Smith .............................0409 637 203 Anna Burden............................0423 594 900 Liz Gibbs .................................. 3289 1700

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Samford Golden Valley Pony Club Well done Charlotte at the recent Qld State Pony Club Jumping Championships, held in Dalby. Charlotte and Diesel (pictured) competed against the best of the pony club best in under 12’s, 60cm Show jumping and placed 15th in the State - a great achievement for this duo. Best of luck working towards your next goals. For Muster dates and up to date information regarding the club and membership, please see our Facebook or website.

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All Hail Joseph Pritchard Mr Joseph Pritchard, lovingly known as Joe, was a proud resident of Samford from 2018 until his passing in 2021 and a huge fan of the SSN. A very proud Scotsman, Joe emigrated from Glasgow Scotland in 1997, having spent his life as an executive for the Royal Mail and sat on the Crime Prevention Board of Glasgow. In the spirit of ANZAC Day, Joe Pritchard served as a Corporal in the Scottish Highland Regiment of the esteemed Black Watch, in Egypt, Middle East in WW2 (RASC). Joe’s plaque can be found in the Avenue of Honour in Samford.

Joe was a huge advocate of community involvement. He adored the SSN volunteers so much so that he called them “Joe’s lovelies”. He regarded them as his extended family. He very much enjoyed all the SSN fortnightly outings with all the dear friends he made. Joe had an excellent sense of wit and good humour which he bountifully shared, along with his Glaswegian accent. In appreciation of all the good work of the SSN volunteers and the difference it made to his life, Joe Pritchard has donated a part of his legacy to the SSN, named, The Joseph Pritchard Memorial Fund, in his honour. We will never forget you Joe, you are so loved forever. Josephine

Message from the SSN Management Committee We are deeply honoured to have received such a generous gift. Joe was a member and a client who was loved dearly by all and made an impression on everyone he met. We will be working with Josephine in regards to how the funds will be used in a way that would honour Joe.

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GET INVOLVED Riding for Ovarian Cancer Research and Awareness On 30th April, locally raised Sheree Osborne will cycle from Parliament House (ACT) to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (VIC) as part of a small group raising research funds and awareness for ovarian cancer. Did you know that cervical screening and Pap tests do not detect ovarian cancer? Research into ovarian cancer treatment is severely lacking, and the absence of early screening tests for ovarian cancers compound this problem. As a result, the majority of girls and women are not diagnosed until late in the progression of this disease. Sadly, the 5 year expected survival rate in Australia is 46% for ovarian cancer, or 29% if diagnosis occurs at an advanced stage of the disease. These statistics took on a far more personal note for Sheree, when her Aunt Claire was diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer. Her Uncle, frustrated by the lack of available research, took matters into his own hands and is the driving force behind this 900km cycling event, hoping to

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make a real difference to anyone impacted by this disease. Funds raised through this ride will support the Hormone Cancer Therapeutics Group at the Hudson Research Institute in Victoria. This research group focuses on ovarian and other endocrinerelated cancers (a group of cancers that currently have very limited treatment options and poor survival outcomes), to better understand disease progression, identify therapeutic targets and assist with development of early detection tests. Here’s how you can help: • Donate to Sheree’s campaign: www.rocinc. o rg . a u / c a m p a i g n s / sheree_osborne/ (or use the QR code) • Join the virtual fundraising ride www.rocinc.org.au • Spread awareness. If you, of someone you love, exhibits these symptoms, see your GP: bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, pain during intercourse, unexpected changes to bowel habits, trouble eating or feeling full quickly, needing to urinate urgently or often, unexplained menstrual changes, unexplained fatigue or back pain.

Sheree is hoping you will show your support, knowing that it really does mean the world to those who have been impacted by ovarian cancer. Ref: Insight Economics 2020, State of the Nation in Ovarian Cancer: Research Audit Final Report to the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation August 2020, Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation, Victoria

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RAISING FUNDS AND INSPIRING OTHERS 9th and 10th July 2022 ADULTS ART AND CRAFT OFFERS CASH PRIZES AGAIN Thanks to Hon Peter Dutton MP, Nikki Boyd MP and Cr Darren Grimwade who have given generous donations to Adults Art and Craft, we will be giving cash prizes again this year. Champion Craft and Champion Art winners will receive $350 each together with a trophy and sash, People’s Choice winner $150 and our Novice Art winner will receive $100 plus 5 lessons from Helen Evans, The Art Train Samford. Donations from Janome, Everton Park -- 2 vouchers to the value of $150.00 each to go towards a sewing machine or overlocker service or repair. Bellevue Care Centre, Ferny Hills donated a morning/afternoon tea at French and Mor Albany Creek and the Arana Leagues Club have donated dinner vouchers. These will also be added to the prize pool for our winners. My sincere thanks to all of the above who have supported us for many, many years and without their support we could not give these prizes. Adults Art and Craft usually have over 300 exhibits showcasing the wonderfully talented people from both around the area and beyond, so why not consider entering your art and craft into this competition. A number of aged care facilities also enter and compete for the Aged Care Facility Trophy. Cooking, Horticulture, Photography and Children’s Art and Craft are more of the Pavilion competitions available for entry at the Show. Different entry dates apply to the various competitions so please go to www. samfordshowsociety.com.au for details including the Conditions of Entry, before you deliver anything to us. Entry forms will also be available soon from the following: Samford Design and Print, Slab Hut Art and Craft Gallery in John Scott Park Samford, Samford Post Office and Samford Variety Store. Carolyn Hohnke Chief Steward Adult Art and Craft

Samford local Ben Crossan is no stranger to helping others, with his charity work made all the more impressive after spending his life battling a health condition that affects his motor skills. The 19-year-old celebrated his birthday by participating in his third World’s Greatest Shave, raising funds to support the Leukemia Foundation. Ben raised $500 this year, bringing his total Leukemia Foundation donation to $1,000.

“I support the World’s Greatest Shave because I want to help people who are affected by leukemia cancer which is a kind of blood cancer. It makes me feel good knowing I am helping,” Ben said. “I raised funds for this cause by asking family and friends to donate. They have been very generous,” he said. Ben also volunteers every Saturday at Samford Riding for the Disabled, where he fills up drinking buckets in the stables, sets up the riding arena and prepares feed for the horses. He then brings in the horses before grooming and saddling them.

“I volunteer at the RDA because I love animals. I have dogs, chickens and cows and actually breed my own chickens. I have done some pet sitting for neighbours in the past but didn’t know anything about horses and I was keen to learn about them,” Ben said. “Volunteering at the Samford RDA makes me feel good because I am helping people look after the horses. I like being around the horses because they each have their own personalities and are very interesting.” The physical nature of this voluntary role hasn’t fazed Ben, even though he lives with dyspraxia, a condition affecting his coordination, planning, movement and speech. “Not many people know about dyspraxia, it is also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder, and I want to be a role model in the workforce for other teenagers who are like me,” Ben said. “It’s important for me to exercise daily because I have poor muscle tone, so I go to the Samford Gym 4 times a week to keep fit and strong. My brother George is a physiotherapist and he made me a program and encourages me.” In his spare time, Ben breeds exotic chickens such as brahmas, and is a keen baker. In rising to his future dreams, he plans to study breadmaking at TAFE and is seeking a job in a bakery as part of his apprenticeship. At such a young age, Ben has already impacted countless lives. We can’t wait to see what else he will achieve with his drive and dedication to helping others. Tanya Hall

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ANZAC DAY 2022 - SAMFORD AVENUE OF HONOUR

THANK YOU SINCERELY TO ALL WHO HELPED MAKE ANZAC DAY 2022 SPECIAL

THANK YOU SINCERELY TO ALL WHO HELPED MAKE ANZAC DAY 2022 SPECIAL The Team from Samford Hire

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EDIBLE GARDEN TRAIL UPDATE

GETTING CLOSE NOW! Open Day 14 & 15 May Tickets are selling fast for the Samford Edible Garden Trail Weekend! It is only a few weekends away, so make sure you don’t miss out - remember last year it sold out early. We are excited to announce that some of our favourite local cafes will be showcasing locally grown produce on the day, including - Little Tree Bake & Brew House, Samford Patisserie, Latin Shack and the Long Yard Larder. Plus, this year, make sure you drop into the grassy patch at Millen farm to see a collaborative art exhibition coordinated by local Pia Robinson. Then at 4pm at the same location on Saturday, there will be a panel discussion exploring the themes of local and edible - bring a chair or a picnic rug for what we are sure will be an event not to be missed. Tickets essential! We are urgently seeking expressions for volunteers to help out at the garden entrances. Volunteer from 9am - 3pm to receive an Edible Trail Limited Edition T-Shirt, plus a free ticket to the Trail, and a special invite. Our volunteers were amazing last year, and they told us what a great day they had. Come along and be part of the community spirit and support the Trail - we can’t do it without you! Please email ASAP to idig@samfordediblegardentrail.com.au.

“The name 3 Apples comes from the three variety of apples we grow here that thrive in sub-tropical areas. The tropical Anna, Tropical Sweet and Golden Dorsett.” With over 24 apple trees and over 65 fruiting trees of many different types, he’s not been faint hearted about the enterprise. In addition to the fruit trees, a small vineyard was recently planted with two types of grapes – Chambourcin, a French American interspecific hybrid grape variety used for making red wine, and Chardonnay. “We plan to increase the size of the vineyard over time with a view to making wine,” says Scott. “Growing grapes in subtropical areas is hard work, but it’s worth a crack!” he adds with a smile. Come and see Scott’s garden for yourself, open only on the Saturday of the Trail

weekend, so plan ahead! Don’t miss your opportunity to visit some wonderful gardens and learn so much from really fascinating people. Purchase your tickets early – we’d hate you to miss out! Find the link @ samfordediblegardentrail.com.au.

SNEAK PEAK This is one of the gardens opened for the first time this year! 3 Apples Acreage Escape, located at Wight’s Mountain, is surrounded by majestic mountain views of the D’Aguilar mountain range - and features apples! Yes, apples and perhaps you’ll want to hear a bit about this garden, as apples and subtropics don’t usually go together, or do they? Scott gives us his take on the matter. THE VILLAGE PUMP 29 APRIL 2022– Page 7

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STUDENTS, STAFF AND A SCHOOL COMMUNITY CELEBRATE LEARNING The last two years has seen fewer people on school grounds thanks to COVID restrictions. With the gates now allowed to open a little more, Samford State School jumped at the opportunity to invite the community in to see what students have studiously been working on between bouts of giggles. Much preparation went into the school’s Celebration of Learning afternoon, showcasing each child’s academic and creative progress. Prep B Teacher, Linda Craven, said that children love to share their work with their families and the school community, and she was backed-up by many beaming faces standing beside their scrapbooks. “The children take such pride in their work and sharing it with others gives them a sense of achievement and worth. It is heartwarming to see the children so eager to show their families what they did each day. It allows families and the school community to connect with the learning that takes place in a classroom,” she said. Linda credits each child’s achievements

to having the greater school community involved in their learning. “I think relationships are absolutely critical to ensure the success of a child’s education. Everyone must feel that they’re in this thing together, and they’re in it for the benefit of the children. You cannot do that without strong, positive relationships,” Linda said. The newest members of the school engaged in a range of fun and creative ways to begin learning the fundamentals. Prep students’ transition to formal schooling is a critical time that shapes long-term educational experiences. Ensuring positive interactions with their new school community is essential to their success, which the Celebration of Learning day helped to foster. “During the first term of Prep it is very important that children develop a sense of belonging. Building positive relationships is the key. Relationships with their teachers, relationships with their peers and relationships with the school community,” Linda said. “If children feel they belong, they are eager to come to school and learn. Throughout the first term of school, Prep students become familiar with many routines and the school environment. They make many new friends and begin to develop early literacy and numeracy skills.” Letters and numbers can be a bit dry on their own, which is where inventive ways of teaching comes to the fore. “Creative activities encourage children to learn new things and gives them the opportunity to express themselves. The right mix of creativity with curriculum improves focus and attention and helps students to communicate and solve problems,” Linda said. If the big smiles and even bigger hugs with friends are anything to go by, these kids have found a solid sense of place alongside their advancing skills in both paper-mache and phonics. Tanya Hall

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LOCAL NEWS MEALS ON WHEELS NEEDS YOU AND YOUR WHEELS With just 4 clients and two delivery runs, Meals on Wheels began operating their Samford branch from the Samford Community Hub in December 2020. Fast forward 17 months and we have grown to four delivery runs with 64 wonderful clients, servicing Samford and surrounding areas, including Warner, Cashmere, Eatons Hill, Dayboro, Mt Mee and Mt Nebo, delivering over 1500 items each month. This is the only meal service provider to freshly make homestyle cooked meals from scratch each weekday morning, delivering hot and nutritionally balanced meals to clients each lunch time. We have the most wonderful volunteers who donate their time to not only deliver meals, but also to stop and chat with clients and check on their wellbeing - a highlight of many a clients’ day, as they live on their own, often on a large property. It’s also peace of mind for families, knowing their loved ones are eating well

and checked on regularly. Meals and delivery days are very flexible, tailored individually to all dietary needs. We provide a large range of hot meals, salads, sandwiches, soups and desserts – all made fresh daily and delivered ready to eat. We are very grateful to be supplied with wonderful fresh produce every week from The Mini Farm Project at Millen Farm, right next door to us at the SCHUB. Government subsidies also make our meals very good value for clients. This is where you come in! We’re getting busier each month and so we’re in need of more delivery driver and driver aide volunteers. Our delivery hours are always the same – 11am to 1pm

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LOCAL NEWS Samford Museum Camp Mountain Rail Disaster Display Monday 2nd May is the 75th Anniversary of the Camp Mountain rail crash. To commemorate this tragedy, Samford Museum is holding an open day on that day. No formal service is included but there will be displays for you to view, to remember and reflect on Queensland’s worst rail disaster and pay respects to all passengers, rescuers and the community. Mother’s Day Memories Mother’s Day is one day in the year when we stop and think of Mother. New mothers of earlier generations had stories to tell that we today do not feel comfortable with. The following new arrivals stories have been taken from Samford Reminiscences. Copies are on sale at Samford Museum. “My Dad, George Brown, was planting potatoes, when he heard the good news in 1913. The old Bush Nurse in her horse and sulky, helped my Mum, Alice nee Wight, then drove over to the neighbour’s place and delivered a daughter to Mrs Leembruggen, so Ada and I (Jean) were always known as twins.” “In the late 1920s a family man living and growing bananas and small crops at Wights Mountain asked his neighbour if he would drive (in his 1927 Erskine utility) his wife to hospital as her baby was arriving. They had only reached Samford when baby arrived. The ambulance was called from the Post Ofﬁce at Weise’s shop. Mrs Currell assisted until the ambulance arrived and all was well.” “My aunt lived further out of Samford and came to stay with us at ‘Four Winds’on the corner of Eatons Crossing and Mt Samson Rds shortly before her baby was due in the late 1940s. One day Mum asked me to run up the hill to Mrs Nielsen and ring the ambulance. I rang and was lost for words. Mrs Nielsen told them Mrs Walker was having a baby.” Stories and photos relating to life and times in the wider Samford districts are always welcome for inclusion in our collection. Please drop them in on Wednesday or Sunday or email info@ samfordmuseum.com.au. Please contact Geoff 0417 610 983 with enquiries.

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QCWA Samford At our last meeting we learnt a lot about our primary produce focus for 2022 - the pineapple. Did you know that pineapple growers of Queensland went from being the worst producers in the world in the 1950’s, to the largest producers of pineapples by the 1990’s? Big thankyou to retired pineapple farmer Leigh Henzell (pictured) who had so many interesting stories to tell us about pineapple production, as well as great stories about the Golden Circle Cannery. Did you know that many Samford dairy farmers used pineapple offcuts to feed their cows? According to Joyce (CWA retired dairy farmer) it helped them produce 25 litres more milk daily.

Why don’t you join us? Fellowship and getting to know our local community is a big part of our CWA tradition. If you’re new to the area, we are a friendly bunch and do things for the local, international and rural Australian communities. QCWA Samford caters for small to medium group functions and other special occasions at our air-conditioned hall in Main Street. Contact Fiona on 0421 353 272 or for hall hire enquiries, call Estelle on 0414 890 094. We have a new kitchen too! Prospective members are most welcome to Samford Branch of the Queensland Country Women’s Association. Why not come along to our next meeting, Wednesday 18 May at 10am. Visitors always welcome. Facebook : QCWA Samford. Marni

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PILATES LIFESTYLE AND WELLBEING Have you visited the Blog on our website www.pilateslifestyle.com.au recently? There is a demonstration video you can watch showing the difference between just “doing the movement” of the Single Leg Stretch exercise as opposed to understanding and correctly executing the Single Leg Stretch exercise. The understanding is what helps one connect and engage with the muscles of the body, bringing control and strength to the movement. The difference is not subtle! A definition of Core Strength is stated as an “awareness of each body part in relation to each other and in relation to the space around the body.” As written above, it is this awareness that allows the Pilates exercises to produce controlled, strong, buoyant movement outside the exercise class and during our everyday activities. A fully trained and experienced Pilates Instructor has the knowledge to assist clients to gain this understanding and awareness. Willing clients will feel the exercises are easier to execute and the gained Core Strength will naturally follow into their standing posture. In order to completely benefit from the Pilates exercises, it is vital to connect to and sustain this awareness during the exercises. As adults, it can take a long period of time to truly change how you work with your body. The pay-off is long term, pain and injury free movement. Currently our Beginners Mat class runs on Wednesday morning at 9am. For further enquiries please contact me on 0432 269 472 or visit www.pilateslifestyle. com.au.

Dogs. But volunteering is not only about raising money for good causes – it is also about being involved with our local community and we are keen to help raise funds for Samford projects. Lions members are friends, family, and neighbours who share one belief: community is what we make it. It’s been wonderful to see how determined and resilient our volunteers are and through this pandemic, we have stayed connected to support each other as well as the community. One of our Lions members has recently completed the Guiding Lions Program which is designed to support, help and strengthen our club. Lion member, Alice Cunningham spoke at our business meeting and energised members with new and exciting ideas to invigorate community involvement. Looking to the future, the Samford Lions group are wanting ideas and suggestions for projects that benefit the community. Along with our sausage sizzles, we can assist with any functions by lending our time to help for a small fundraising fee – it is our new ‘Club for Hire’ project. Our members, for example, can be bar staff for an evening, help with raffles, and assist with parking. It is as simple as sending an email to samford@lionsq3.org.au. Alison

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DIVISION 11 COUNCIL REPORT Have Your Say On Reimagining Moreton Bay The Your Say Moreton Bay surveys have been running for a while now, and they have delivered valuable feedback from the community on a variety of issues that will help shape our region. We are seeking your input once again with a new survey that is open now, where you can let Council know your thoughts on the reclassification of the region to become a city. Council has started exploring the possible benefits, both socially and economically, of changing our classification from a ‘regional’ Council to a ‘city’ Council

- what that might mean for the area and what benefits would come with the change. There is a discussion paper available that outlines what the benefits, as well as the downsides might be for the communities that make up our great region and for you as an individual, a business owner or operator, or for your children growing up here. It is so important that everyone takes the time to read the discussion paper and complete the survey. You have the chance to let Council know what is important to you and the future of where we live, whether is it around transport, tourism, the environment or business hubs. Go to Council’s online engagement platform: yoursay.moretonbay.qld.gov.au and click on ‘Reimaging Our Moreton Bay’. You will also find information on this site for a wide range of current community engagements and while you are there, register to be kept updated on all future surveys. The survey closes on Monday 23 May at 4pm, so don’t miss your chance to have your say. Cr Darren Grimwade

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Back to Samford Grove for May Networking Breakfast Due to the SCHUB being utilised for AEC requirements, our next networking breakfast meeting on Wednesday 11th May will be hosted by Village Manager Bronwyn O’Brien and the crew at Samford Grove Retirement Village, in their beautifully appointed Homestead Café. The Homestead will be open exclusively for Chamber members, guests and visitors, with the bonus that we will still have the fabulous Minnie’s Mobile Expresso Van supplying a coffee (or 2!), and Anthony’s Famous Samford Patisserie continental breakfasts. Start and finish times as normal with the morning getting underway at 6.45am, finishing by 8.30am. Bookings open on Friday 22nd April at www.samfordchamber.com. Come along, have a look around this local, growing facility and get involved in networking with other link-minded,

local business people. The Homestead size means we can increase the meeting capacity up to 50 people. Please note parking as signposted. The Chamber Networking Breakfast will return to the Samford Community HUB for the June 2022 Chamber meeting.

CALLING ALL SINGERS The Samford Community Singers commenced term two on Monday 25th April. Current singers are looking forward to getting back to adding to our repertoire with songs such The Muffin Man. Based on the traditional song, this is a fabulous Jazz version - so much fun to sing! Blackbird (sung by the Beatles) is another favourite. We would love to have more folk join us - especially men - come try us out! The first two sessions are free. Monday evenings, 7pm till 9pm, Farmers Hall. Contact Nettie Carroll 0412 991 759 to find out more.

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When the subject of Samford Area Men’s Shed (SAMS) comes into the conversation, most people picture the scene of men in a workshop/ shed environment, diligently applying their skill and knowledge engaged in woodwork, metalwork and other hands-on, shed-like activities. However, it’s not always the case at all! There are a lot of times when the men get into some serious fun and games. Of course, not only does SAMS celebrate such events as Christmas, Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day with a get together around the barbeque, but SAMS also has social nights set aside for games such as table tennis, darts, mini golf and pool. There are also those nights when a guest speaker is invited to address the men and enthral them with stories and demonstrations pertaining to their particular field of interest or profession.

Recently, SAMS held a Trivia night, hosted by Allen Marr and his wife Elaine, to which the men and their significant others (I’m being politically correct now!) were invited. The Shed was populated by a vast number of ladies wearing their finest and the men on their best behaviour and the questions were tricky, intriguing and entertaining. Of course, the men of SAMS had their priorities right: the first item on the Trivia Night program was the barbeque dinner – after all, if the tummy is well fed then, so is the mind! Comments from all those present indicated that the SAMS Trivia Night was a resounding success. Men of Samford and surrounds, there’s nothing trivial about SAMS, why not come along and see for yourself? Just come to the far end of Showgrounds Drive, Highvale on a Tuesday morning at about 9am - just near the high voltage power tower. Find out more at samfordshed. org.au or email info@samfordshed.org.au Brian Slattery

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Samford Bowls Club No more flood stories we hope, except for some positive ones, like our new floor should be going down before you get to read this article. Hopefully some of the grants that our grants officer has applied for will bring good news. Village Barefoot Bowls: Now finished for the season with the Bush Rangers taking out the Shield. The Farmers team were runners up. The Samford Bowls Club members would like to thank all of the teams for their commitment over the season and hope they enjoyed themselves. We look forward to seeing you and more of your friends in September. Thank you to Councillor Darren Grimwade and MBRC for their support. The Ladies team playing the Autumn Pennant Competition made it to the final, played at Chermside on Friday 22nd April. Well done Samford and hopefully in the next issue of the VP we will be celebrating the result. The Mac Patterson Shield 2022 competition commenced on Thursday 21st April. The first game was at Dayboro

with teams from Woodford and Kilcoy also playing. This yearly competition is held at each of the four clubs involved with a delicious lunch and plenty of camaraderie, making this event a great bowling day. Anzac Day is always celebrated at our club with a service before our annual competition of ‘Shirts versus Skirts’. You’ll need to wait until next edition to find out if the Skirts were able to beat the fellows (Shirts). The day was sponsored by local electrician, Garry Wolfenden. Mahjong is played at the Bowls club each Wednesday and Friday afternoon. This is a group of mostly ladies who would welcome you to come and join them. The gentlemen in the community are also welcome. More info contact Jan: 0402 623 794. Cost: $5.00. Keep checking our articles in the Village Pump for any fundraising events over the next few months. We are putting our thoughts together and ideas like Trivia nights, Fashion Parade, and a Music Night are all going to be discussed - suggestions more than welcome. info@samfordbowls.com.au or phone 3289 1204 and leave a message.

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LOCAL NEWS A History of Bunya School – 1875 to 1965 This article is a tribute from the Bunya Residents Association to Melva A. Welch, Local Historian of Bunya and Bunyaville, and 1987 recipient of Pine Rivers Shire Council’s Australia Day Citizen Award. Melva, was born on 11th December 1935 and died on 31st January 2022. In 1873 local families in the Bunya area raised £51 towards building a school. The Board of Education acknowledged this “proof of the desire of the residents to have a school” and allocated ten-acres. A tender of £438 was accepted for a hardwood schoolhouse, teacher’s residence and outhouses. Bunya School was opened in January 1875, under the charge of James Breen, with an enrolment of 84 pupils (mostly boys), though attendance was much lower. Bunya quickly became “the best conducted school in the district”. The school was the hub for social gatherings. In early years this included spelling bees and recitals, and evenings “of jolliment and merriment with … the whirl of the mazy dance”. Subsequently they

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included Arbor Days with tree planting and athletics, fundraising dances and concerts. During the Great Depression, local men receiving relief payments built a tennis court and cricket pitch for the school, and dammed the creek for swimming. Students walked many miles from their farms to school, would be driven by horse and surrey, or ride horses or bikes. Along Bunya Road some might get a lift with the local milk run or on Harry the mailman’s motorbike with “two on the back and one on the petrol tank”. From the 1920s onwards the school closed and reopened many times as enrolments went over or under 9 students. Other closures reflected harsher realities such as the 1930s infantile paralysis epidemic and the start of WW11. Bob Bowers who was a pupil in the late 1940s recalls Maypole dances and Tuesday afternoons at the teacher’s residence singing British Grenadier round the piano with Reg Haddock’s wife.

“I walked many kilometres with other kids but one girl would play truant – she’d sit in the trees till school was out,” said Bob. Lionel Blumel, who went to Bunya school in the 1960s recalls, “It was a great school, Barry Minter was a great teacher, but in the end there were only 5 students so the school closed forever mid year in 1965.” The school taught 385 pupils over 90 years. The most tragic and unresolved event in its history was the murder of 9 year old schoolgirl, Bridget Baker, on her way home from school on 12 May 1888. In 2016 the Government gazetted 4 hectares of the Bunya School site as Crown Land in trust with the Moreton Bay Regional Council. The site is cared for by local Bushcare volunteers. Bunya Residents Association is raising funds to construct a replica of the Bunya School lunch shed at the school site - 550 Bunya Road. Source: Bunya School (No. 147) 1875 to 1965 by Melva A. Welch.

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OUT & ABOUT SAMFORD HEALTH AND WELLBEING SUPPORT One Step At A Time The support group for those who have experienced depression or anxiety, Don’t Ever Think All Is Lost (DETAIL), is seeking new experiences and strategies to help those who come. If you have expertise in nutrition, Tai Chi, music therapy, meditation, sensory walking, self-care, or any other experience you think might help, and you are prepared to give an hour or two of your time to showcase your work in a face-to-face session at the SCHUB, please email Kim at donteverthinkallislost@ gmail.com. DETAIL is a community run selfhelp group, facilitated by Kim. By offering a range of experiences, DETAIL hopes that participants will find ways to overcome the grey many of us meet at some time in our lives. The Good Stuff Ideas Forum, discussing the concept of Courage, through reference to literature, art, poetry and personal

experience, starts at 3.30pm on Friday 29th April in the main hall of the SCHUB. If you love teasing out ideas and sharing insights, join us. Everyone is welcome. Our usual Cuppa and Chat will start at 2.00pm. During May until after the election, there will be slight changes to our venue because the AEC has booked the main hall. On the 6th, Samford Scribblers will meet in the Boardroom at the SCHUB, DETAIL will also meet in the Boardroom on the 13th. Our Cuppa and Chat will be on the veranda. Reminders will go on Facebook. Thanks to a few dedicated volunteers, the library held a successful Children’s Books, Toy, Puzzles and Games event at Bunnings Keperra. A huge load of items was taken along, and a huge amount of items sold. Adult CD’s and DVD’s were also on offer and proved very popular. One gentleman found a Stephen King DVD he ‘had been looking for, for ages’. This gentleman was so happy with finding the $1 DVD, he passed over $5 saying ‘keep the change’. The $1 Children’s books were

also a surprise to many. One young man, on finding his $9 pile of books was really only going to cost him $3 from his pocket money, had a smile as wide as a bus. Many thanks to Karen, Evelyn, Ray and Yvonne for helping throughout the day and especially Evelyn for helping out the entire day. The library will be holding more Children’s Books, Toys, Puzzles and Games for sale outside Drakes Samford. The new trailer (delivery taken before this edition) will be used for the above, as well as Books 4 Sale in the RSL Samford car park on Saturdays, once set up. Storage facility news next edition! The Management Team

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YUMMY BUSH FOODS Our April meeting was a resounding success, with frog enthusiast Josiah Rossic describing the frogs found in the Samford district to a large and attentive audience. At just 17, Josiah was NPQ’s youngest ever speaker, but he handled the assignment with aplomb and gave a very professional and well-considered presentation. He also explained how to create a frog-friendly garden, including how to install a frog pond, which can be as simple as a container part-buried in the ground. Josiah answered numerous questions with the confidence of someone who really knows their subject matter, and we thank him for a very informative and enjoyable evening. On 2 April, Samford Branch had a very successful Autumn Plants Market at the Showgrounds, selling all but 10 of the 290 plants on our stall (with just enough left over for the next plant raffle). Our Branch provided most of the volunteers for the morning roster, which was much appreciated by our parent organisation. We thank the many Samford community members who came to the market and bought plants. It was also great to see the Samford Community Library providing the refreshments and raising valuable funds.

Davidson’s Plum, Aniseed Myrtle and Lemon Aspen. Doug will also discuss some of the revegetation and regeneration work on the property, which is registered under Land for Wildlife. Before the talk, we will have our usual ‘show and tell’ of native plant specimens and a few items of business and announcements. Don’t forget to bring some cash if you want to take part in the plant raffle. Peter Storer

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As the SCHUB has been booked by the AEC for the elections in May, I have organised a visit to Leonie Kearney’s Rosevale Homestead, 922 Mount Samson Rd, Samsonvale. Located about 10k from Samford, Fernland is only open on Saturdays, however Leonie will open to our group only on 5th May for our 9.30am/10am meeting. The Homestead specialises in heritage roses (also ordinary roses), companion plants and ‘little treasures’ as she calls them. Please bring along a small plate as usual, also your own teacups. It will be a lovely morning. Please let me know if you are attending, either message through our Facebook page: Samford Social Gardening Group or call 0408 422 084. Glenys

Brendan Killen was our last guest speaker at the SCHUB, showing us the new mediums he uses when potting orchids with success. Brendan kindly re-potted quite a few sick plants that were brought along, pointing out the tiny ‘mothers’ eating the stems and killing the orchid as well as other ways of killing orchids (such as over watering), positioning on trees, the best trees to use, logs and other ways of mounting orchids. In his lovely way, Brendan spoke for over two hours imparting his knowledge of many years. We look forward to seeing him again.

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DICKSON NOTES A Message from Peter I hope you were able to enjoy a break over Easter and the school holidays and are ready and recharged for a few big months ahead. Recently, there was some good news regarding aircraft noise, with the Brisbane Airport Post Implementation Review Forum releasing a report with 49 recommended changes. Prior to the election being called, the Coalition Government Minister gave a direction that all 49 changes be progressed immediately. This is a significant breakthrough for our community and means the flight paths around Brisbane will be ripped up and redrawn and many more flights will go over the bay. Through my local plan, I will continue working on your behalf to ensure our lifestyle and amenity is protected. The recently released Budget is already having an impact in providing cost of living relief with the fuel tax cut reducing the price of fuel by 22 cents per litre. Pensioners and other concession card holders will benefit from a one-off $250 Cost of Living Payment. This will be paid automatically and should be arriving in coming weeks. Around 10 million low-and-middle income earners will also receive a one-off $420 Cost of Living Tax Offset through their tax return. Page 20 - THE VILLAGE PUMP 29 APRIL 2022

There will also be a one-off $420 Cost of Living Tax Offset which will help over 10 million low-and-middle income earners. These measures are targeted, responsible and temporary. Importantly, we have been able to invest record amounts in hospitals and Aged Care. Medicare is stronger than ever and bulk billing is up at record levels. Locally, we have seen the Samford Community Hub delivered, new tennis courts at Samford Tennis Club and more car parks will soon be available for commuters at Ferny Grove train station. By working together, and with your support, we can continue to get the road, community facilities and other upgrades we need to make our community even better. What’s important to you? Please get in touch with me at peter. dutton.mp@aph.gov.au or 3205 9977 to let me know your priorities for our community. Or you can drop into my next mobile office. I am approaching 2,500 visits in my mobile office and have helped thousands of residents with local issues. If you see me out and about with my caravan, please drop in. Alternatively, you can drop by my office at Gympie Road in Strathpine during business hours. Or visit my website www. peterdutton.com.au for more information. Peter Dutton MP

Have you seen the works of Kate Moore? Kate has been painting for over 20 years and in that time, she has been continuously developing her practice through courses and workshops at Brisbane Institute of Art, McGregor Summer School, TAFE and others. If you’ve had the privilege to view Kate’s works, it would come as no surprise that her style is often described as “bold”, “colourful”, “rustic” and “rhythmic”. “I prefer an instinctive, unplanned approach to creating my works. I believe this results in less predictable outcomes, which give my work more personality, distinction and individuality. This approach does have its challenges. I often have to start again, or completely discard the work. I am my greatest critic. If I am not happy with the work, it does not leave my workspace,” she said. “Colour, rhythm and texture are key aspects of my works, things I pay attention to, to give my work balance and harmony. I aim to make each piece a fresh journey, never the same as the last. Whilst I start with a subject matter, it is just that, a starting point. My goal is not to be representational, but to be creative,” said Kate. Since joining the Dayboro Art Gallery, Kate has gained a following of admirers and collectors. Her bold and powerful artworks give you freedom to explore your mind and emotions and draw your own conclusion of what the piece means to you. The artwork pictured is called “Charos” and is currently available at the Dayboro Art Gallery. Kate’s experimentation and training has allowed her to continually adapt and evolve her style. When asked what keeps her interested, Kate’s reply was “What keeps me interested is what happens next. Like life, I expect growth and change in my art.” To view Kate’s works or any of the other fabulous artists at the gallery, we’re open 7 days a week, 10am - 3pm or follow our Facebook page for updates and new works. Emma Comben

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OUT & ABOUT SAMFORD’S SNAKE SEASON Anyone who has lived in Samford Valley for more than a year has experienced our wonderful ‘snake season’ which is, simply put, the warmer months during which most reptiles will become active. Snake season normally starts at the start of spring, typically during September, and ends at around mid-autumn depending on how cold it is. When temperatures are up, reptiles’ metabolic rate increases, which in turn causes them to become more active. During this active period is when you are most likely to encounter these unexpected, and often unwelcome, visitors. As winter approaches, and the temperature cools down, the metabolic rate of snakes also slows down which will also lower their appetite and overall activity. This causes them to go into a form of hibernation, known as ‘brumation’, in reptilian terms, where they will go into a dormant state over winter and will not require anything to eat, because of how low their metabolic rate has become. Once spring arrives and the ambient temperature rises, snakes’ metabolic rate

increases again, and they become active and start searching for food and places to ‘sun-bathe’. The preferred body temperature of most snakes is about 29c, so when the daytime ambient temperature repeatedly reaches or exceeds this temperature, that is when usually snakes will be out and about. Snakes, like all reptiles, are what is often referred to as ‘cold blooded’. This basically means that they cannot generate their own body temperature like us humans, but can only ‘regulate’ it, meaning they control their body temperature via external means of

heating - typically, basking in the sun or lying on warm surfaces. This is why they go dormant over winter as there is no means of heating available for snakes to regulate their body temperature. Currently, we are coming to the end of snake season, so snakes will be seen much less frequently until spring arrives. The three most common snakes likely to be encountered in Samford are the eastern brown snake, green tree snake, and coastal carpet python (as seen in photo). Josiah Rossic

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223a Basin Rd, Samsonvale For Sale Contact Georgie Haug

155 Camp Mountain Rd, Camp Mountain For Sale Contact Georgie Haug

42 Enchelmaier Street, Dayboro Offers over $899,000 Contact Leigh Hutton

1 Stampede Pl, Dayboro For Sale Contact Leigh Hutton

72 Mount Glorious Rd, Samford Valley Offers over $1,150,000 Contact Anthony Davis & Cristel Stenhouse

59 Days Road West, Samford Valley For Sale Contact Anna Lobley

16 Showgrounds Drive, Highvale For Sale Contact Georgie Haug

17 Lyndhurst Rd, King Scrub For Sale Contact Leigh Hutton

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NEW to Market

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38 Wagtail Place, Warner Executive Entertainer’s Paradise Private 1.5 Acres Located on a pristine parcel, in a quiet cul-de-sac, this private entertainer’s paradise offers a new standard in premium city fringe living, with the serenity of the country but an ideal location for city conveniences. • • • • •

Tassie Oak floors, 2.7m ceilings, timber plantation shutters Entertainer’s delight feat. multiple indoor & outdoor spaces Huge kitchen with stone benchtops & quality appliances Massive games room leading straight to pool and shed 5 huge bedrooms plus built-in home office

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In ground pool, fire pit & large outdoor entertaining area Lovingly maintained, easy-care subtropical gardens 3-bay shed + 12m x 12m extra-high carport Town water + 72,000L water tanks with sprinkler system Private & peaceful enjoying country serenity

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14-16 Meadowood Close, Highvale An entertainer’s delight of 1 town-water acre Located on a lush, tree-lined cul-de-sac in the one of Highvale’s most desirable pockets, this impressive homestead has been designed to celebrate the very essence of modern living in our gorgeous Queensland climate. • • • • •

Tree lined cul-de-sac position Sweeping mountain views in every direction Open plan living with wrap around verandahs Expansive covered outdoor alfresco entertaining Huge master suite with verandah access

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Warm timber floors & high ceilings Timber double hung windows & French doors Sparkling pool with child friendly lawns Enjoy magical sunrises & sunsets Short walk to local creeks & showgrounds

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375 Clear Mountain Road, Clear Mountain Nature retreat set on private bushland sanctuary - 22 acres Nestled into the hillside, this split-level chalet-inspired family home on 22 bushland acres celebrates its natural surroundings to offer absolute tranquility for those who appreciate peace and privacy – plus the convenience of being just minutes from everything. • • • • •

Chalet-inspired home on bushland sanctuary Absolute peace and privacy Open plan living leading to large covered deck Warm timber floors and cosy fireplace 2nd living or 4th bedroom downstairs

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Naturally-cooled wine cellar space Stunning natural views in every direction Conservation Park across the road - bike and hiking trails Abundance of natural fauna including koalas & wallabies Well-stocked fully covered veggie garden

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NEW to Market

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312 Foggs Road, Mount Samson Magical country hideaway on 2.5 usable acres Set in a parklike location with lush leafy views this divine property exudes a warm character and welcoming charm for the family seeking a premium country hideaway, that’s an easy drive from all modern conveniences. • • • • •

Park like location with lush leafy views Character filled family home Light filled country kitchen with Falcon cooker Multiple indoor & outdoor living spaces Soaring cathedral ceilings with exposed rafters

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French doors & double hung windows Warm timber floors & chic timber finishes Slow combustion fireplace for cosy Winter nights Potable bore with incredible water pressure Ex dairy land with abundant fruit trees

Contact Agent Contact Ronni Grevell 0407 466 387

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4 bed | 3 bath | 2 car

11 Progress Street, Samford Village Dual Living in the Heart of Samford Village!

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Perfect for a family wanting to enjoy everything Samford Village has to offer this conveniently located, dual living property will also appeal to a savvy investor keen to add to their property portfolio in an area showing continual growth! Excellent investment opportunity Main House featuring 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms Granny Flat featuring 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom Open plan living, stone benches, quality appliances Two street frontages – Progress St & Cash Ave

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Multiple income streams – currently rented separately Located in the heart of Samford Village Easy walking to school, shops & cafes 10 mins to Ferny Grove Train Station 30 mins to Brisbane CBD or Airport

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4 bed | 2 bath | 2 car

13 Nullamanna Road, Camp Mountain Retro-Tastic Architect Designed 80’s Superstar - 5 Acres Set on one of Camp Mountain’s most desirable tree-lined streets with tranquil rural views, this 80s superstar on 5 leafy acres is packed with potential for the family seeking something more than the ordinary. • • • • •

80’s superstar offers good bones on 5-acre block Light, bright & airy with cathedral ceiling + split-level living 5-acre block in quiet country location Study + additional office space and NBN Covered entertainers’ deck – perfect spot for a pool!

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2 cosy wood burning fireplaces + split system air-con Huge lockable shed with cold room + storage rooms Dam + bore, cleared area with space for pony Walking, cycling and horse-riding trails on your doorstep 5 mins Samford Village, 12 mins Ferny Grove rail

Contact Agent Contact Ronni Grevell 0407 466 387

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Paintings, photos, Fansrepairs Lights Safety Switches Local business with over 150 Stoves Locks fitted or repaired customers in the Valley and Repair work Glass repairs surrounding area. 0418 887 253 Highly competitive and will call at your home to discuss requirements. Free quotes (you can send a photo) Domestic, Rural & Commercial Please work call / text Ross on 0408862646 FREE QUOTES Email: gluerross@yahoo.com.au F Fencing

Air conditioning & fans Switchboard upgrades Phone & data points CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

Call Brad Lic No. 72254

• LED lighting • TV antennas • Shed & pump wiring

Framing Services Picture Framing Service Paintings, photos, repairs

Local business with over 150 customers in the Valley & surrounding area. Highly competitive & will call at your home to discuss requirements. Free quotes (you can send a photo). Call / Text Ross on 0408 862 646 Email gluerross@yahoo.com.au

Gas Fitters

0448 860 666

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GAS FITTING GARRY WOLFENDEN Your local Samford sparky Lic No 72012

So you can find me when you need me for installs, maintenance, faults, phones.

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Install, repair, service and maintain any gas-run appliances including ovens, cook tops, BBQ and hot water systems. Leak detection, upgrades, regulators & bottles and new installations. All work Certified, Licenced and Insured.

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MOWING BY GREG 0407 940 763 GREAT SERVICE – GREAT PRICE For acreage & residential mowing. Free Quotes. mowingbygreg@gmail.com

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All credit cards accepted & Cab charge Our service is priceless but our price is affordable

Handyman

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Locksmith

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Mowing/Property Maintenance

VALLEYACREAGE MOWING SERVICES

• Domestic • Commercial • Roofs • Insurance Work

Phone: 0412 024 834 Samford Valley BSA No. 896576

Your local mowing specialist

4 x 4 Lawn Tractor - 5’Cutting Deck Horse & Livestock Pasture Small & Large Acreage Lawns Brushcutting – 6’Spraying Boom – Steep Terrain Fully Insured PROMPT – RELIABLE – AFFORDABLE

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Plumbing

Rusty Wall’s Plumbing & Drainage Service

Contact Russell Wall

Mobile: 0416 069 279 or ph. 3882 0161

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* Blocked drains * Maintenance & new work * Domestic & commercial * Hot water * Roof & gutter repairs * Water tanks * Water pumps

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7 DAYS - 24 HRS - BSA No: 065 612

Troy Angove Plumbing Pty Ltd

Call Troy on 0418 736 156

QBCC Licence No. 15056423

www.environpainting.com.au

ANTON TRUSCOTT 0412 764 764 / 3289 2242

Plumbing | Drainage | Gas Fitting

email: troy.angove70@gmail.com QBCC: 1007358

Printing

BSA Lic No. 744832

Scott Hoole: 0422 591 673

Quality Workmanship • Emergency Plumbing Services • New Homes & Complete Bathroom Renova ons • Domes c & Commercial Maintenance • Sullage Trenches • Gas Fi ng & Compliance Cer ficates • Hot Water Systems • Blocked Drains • Roof & Gu er Repairs • Pensioners Discount

CALL SELBY TODAY ON 0437 230 019 Maintenance, installation & new work Bathroom & kitchen fitout Gas ovens and heating Burst pipes & blockages Pumps, water tanks & irrigation Hot water systems - solar, gas & electric

Maintenance, installation & new Work Install, repair, service and maintain any gas-run appliances including ovens, cook tops, BBQ and hot water systems. Leak detection, upgrades, regulators & bottles and new installations.

Property Poles

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Good rates | 23+ years experience | QBCC No 1293340

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Maintenance & Renova ons Emergency Plumbing 24/7

Plumbing

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Phone: 3289 2111 Pump sales, service & repairs Water filtration systems & filters Tanks & irrigation supplies Pool equipment, testing & chemicals

Septic Tanks

RIVERSIDE

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

MAINTENANCE CLEANING OF: • Septic Tanks • Grease Traps • Grey Water Tanks • Waste Water Treatment Systems • Septic Tank Trench Renewals Mick Lamb OWNER OPERATOR

Phone 0419 684 463

6/39 Main Street, Samford QLD sales@samfordvillagepumps.com

Sewage Treatment

www.riversideenvironmental.com.au E: info@riversideenvironmental.com.au LIQUID WASTE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL

W.A.S Wastewater Solutions Pty Ltd Servicing and repairs to most Wastewater Treatment Systems. Family owned and operated.

Call Geoff: 0424 157 712

LIQUID WASTE PUMP OUTS

Rendering

Email: info@waswastewater.com.au www.waswastewater.com.au

• Septic & holding tanks • Grease traps

VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Call Tony Edwards on M: 1800 003 134 or 0428 799 465 W: www.valleyenviro.com

* Cement Rendering * Textures * Repairs * Renovations * Concreting www.tntsolidplastering.com.au QBCC 1065797

Screens Blinds Shutters

FOR ALL HOME SEPTIC REPAIRS AND NEW SYSTEMS Family operated here when you need us Friendly service with custom solutions

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Timber Shutters Direct

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Security Alarms

Ph: 3353 3211

Your friendly, local Samford man for water deliveries, pools & slashing

CONTACT: 0427 374 392

QBSA Licence 744719

See page 16 for details

• 4wd Tractor Slashing, 6 foot wide cut • Efficient and experienced • Keep you acreage under control • Reduce the risk of snakes • Minimise fire hazards

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Woven Stainless Mesh • Security Doors & Screens Flyscreens • Blinds • Awnings • Patio Enclosures Internal & External Shutters CONTACT BRETT FOR A FREE MEASURE & QUOTE 0418 641 241 • samsec@bigpond.com

Slashing

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

0413 597 491

Surveyors/Town Planners

J.A. LIDDLE PTY LTD CONSULTING SURVEYORS

➢ Council Applications ➢ Subdivisions ➢ Contours, building setouts etc

PH: 3289 3411

Phil Anderson 0411 515 492 LOCAL EXPERTS IN HOME, BUSINESS & PERSONAL SECURITY

Alarm Installations Alarm Monitoring • HD Security Camera Systems • Personal Duress Alarms • Electrical Services FREE QUOTATIONS • •

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STONE & TILE

SPECIALISING IN ALL ASPECTS OF TILING; from marble to mosaic and main floors to bathroom renovations. For quality, reliable work and a free quote contact Shane.

Ph: 0412 624 783 BSA 1088064

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Prompt Tiles

All aspects of tiling including waterproofing The ultimate tile laying experience Over 25 years experience

Michael Hilliard

BSA 1168229

Tel: 0405 166 523

Treelopping

D & W WATER SUPPLIERS STAINLESS STEEL TANK

Ph Danny & Wendy Greensill

0419 724 019 / 3289 1924 The Original

Tiler

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LOCATED IN THE HEART OF SAMFORD!

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Inspections & Certificates, Pool Safety Compliance Advice

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Ph Paul - 0417 630 509 www.brisbanepoolcertifiers.com.au

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Treelopping

crane truck stump grinder 18 inch woodchipper large tree specialist land clearing forest mulch for sale

phone Steve:

SamfordWaterCarriers Local family owned and operated business Serving the Valley since 1981

Council Approved 2 x 14,000 litre hygienic tankers Household drinking water & pools only All areas prompt reliable service Samford local since 1966 ROB & HELEN WEBER Mobile 0417 744 702 * www.samfordwatercarriers.com

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Experienced Operators 2x 14,000 litre tankers

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0417 744 702

John Keal of Samford

Water Tank Cleanin g Minima l Water Loss Sanitisation to kill Bacteri a Water Filtration Systems

is your friendly local Water Carrier (& I do tractor slashing as well)

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3353 3211

I’ve lived in & delivered all over the valley since 1972 & I love to help you! T/As Samford H20 to Go!

Call Warren on 0411 774 767 www.pristine water.com.au

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MAGAZINE STANDS/ MULTIPLE COPIES available at: Belle Property Bendigo Bank Cafe Lagarto Dayboro PO Drakes Samford Drop Out Cafe Famous Samford Patisserie Gleam O’Dawn Mooey’s Mt Nebo PO Ray White Samford Design & Print Samford Variety Store S/Valley Veterinary Hospital The Slab Hut Spokes Cafe Tourist Centre FOR ALL ENQUIRIES: editor@villagepump.org.au. M: 0477 663 696

MAINS DRINKING WATER

12,000 litres for $150! SAMFORD AREA

Locally Owned Family Business

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Welding

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Water Tanks

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TRADE QUALIFIED - INSURED WWW.SAMFORDMAINTENANCE.COM 0493 363 394

A-1 Water Tank Services

Repairs

• Tank linings & patch repairs • TANK LINERS fully installed & guaranteed

Cleaning

CALL SHANE

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www.a1tanks.com.au

Focusing on our Community

• Minimal water loss silt vacuumed • Complete internal cleaning if required

0488 043 886

FORTNIGHTLY LETTERBOX DELIVERY TO: Armstrong Creek Bunya Camp Mountain Cashmere Clear Mountain Closeburn Draper Highvale Kobble Creek Mt. Glorious Mt. Samson Samford Valley Samford Village Samsonvale Wights Mountain Yugar

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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 of old unwanted cars and car bodies. 0412 268 087.

FOR SALE LUCERNE HAY AND RHODES GRASS for sale direct from farmer. Small squares and large round bales available. Chaff by request. Delivery can be arranged. Ph Stewart 0419 644 340. SOLAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2 year’s old 26 x 275W panels, inverter - complete system. Installing battery and need more powerful system. Available early May. $2000. Phone 0427 784 948

SERVICES ACREAGE and domestic mowing, whipper-snipping, gardening and pressure cleaning. Cheap fixed rates, honest and reliable. Ring Liam 0472 626 206 CELEBRANT with depth and warmth. Contact Margit on 0410 030 870 or margitradcliffe@gmail.com FUNERAL CELEBRANT Services with soul. Contact Robyn on 0412 083 641 or robyn@eyesofheart.com. au 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. PROPERTY CARETAKER available for Brisbane northern suburbs. Also a carer. Call Charlie 0408 008 047. RIDER MOWER and small engine repairs & servicing, general welding & fabrication work. Low rates no frills. Call Aaron: 0417 716 662 8am-4pm Mon-Fri. Pick up service avail. TLC CLEANERS – Reliable, local service over 20yrs. Many references avail. 0414 328 945

CLASSIFIEDS – editor@villagepump.org.au SERVICES cont WELDING: Minor welding work. 0407 255 549 YOUR HOME CLEANED & SANITISED by KellieLee. Wkly/ftnly/3 wkly/mthly. Spring cleans, one off cleans. Blinds, windows & home ironing. Productive quality job assured. Professional pride & joy in work. Reliable & trusted service for over 12 yrs. Call: 0412 822 115

ANIMALS 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 SAMFORD & SURROUNDS PET SITTING: Call Wendy Ph 0413 728 446 reliable & trustworthy

TUITION 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, SONGWRITING LESSONS, CHOIR & MUSIC THERAPY. Wendy 0417 830 340 www. wendymurray.com

HEALTH & WELLBEING 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. E: gwen@gwenliddleot.com M: 0413 124 121

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

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

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

Aikido Samford Club Beginners welcome. Darren 0402 901 933.

Meals on Wheels Delivery Mon - Fri. Ph: 0409 920 824. samford@

Alcoholics Anonymous Helpline 3255 9162 Samford

Men’s Coffee Morning: Meet other local retired and semi-retired

Facebook: Aikido Samford

mowpr.org. New volunteers always welcome.

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.

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

men for a coffee and chat. 10am Fridays at Collies & Co, Main St, Samford. Contact Morris: 0409 614 855.

Samford Hash House Harriers Contact Stubby 3425 2849 for

ALP Australian Labor Party Monthly meetings in Samford.

Millen Farm and The Mini Farm Project have created an online store. Purchase fresh farm produce and support charity. Order up to 6pm Thursday and collect Saturday’s from 9am at Millen Farm. www. minifarmbox.com.au

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

Kerry O’Connor 0417 634 755

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

Mt Nebo Resident’s Assoc. Mt Nebo Hall at 7.30pm on the

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.

first Wednesday of the month. mtnebohall@mtnebo.org.au www.mtnebo. org.au

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

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

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

Netball Club Meetings are the 1st Monday of each month at the

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. Greg 0419 021 789.

Cards@TheSCHUB: 1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of each month.

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

Parklands Clubhouse, 7pm. Contact Sonya Grieve 0428 648 154. www. samfordnetball.org.au

Samford Pool - Redfin Aquatics

North Pine Poultry Club Inc Meet 3rd Saturday of each month.

Samford Rangers Football Club (Soccer) President -

See facebook page for details.

Pine Rivers Greens Meetings online 6.30pm, first Tues of each month. Facebook: pineriversgreens. E: pine.rivers@qld.greens.org.au Pine Rivers Koala Care Assoc Inc 24 hour Koala & Wildlife Rescue 0401 350 799.

M: 0448 726 343

www.redfinaquatics.com.

Graham 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

11am to 3pm. All card games welcome. Contact June at nowhiskey53@ gmail.com

Playgroup Contact Julia 0459 067 752 or samfordplaygroup@gmail.

Churches/Religions

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

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

location of run. Meet 5pm every Sunday. (4pm winter)

com or www.facebook.com/samfordplaygroup

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 fouth

Tuesday. Contact President Amanda: 0417 612 400

RSL Sub-Branch Memorial Park corner Main and Progress.

Samford Support Network 0470 214 916. SSN@ samfordsupportnetwork.com. Drive Coordinator: 0490 216 043. 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 Kylie Carrett 0412 447 598. www. samfordswimclub.com.au

Community Library Samford Books, games, jigsaw puzzles,

Pension and welfare on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Meetings as arranged, phone 3289 6928 for details or email samford@rslqld.org

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

Creative Samford Inc A community group whose aim is to foster

Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association (SDPPA) Meetings 7pm, 3rd Wed of month @

Samford Valley Weather Station Visit www. samfordweather.com

CD’s, DVD’s, social groups Contact Linda Murray 0408 062 393 or email info@communitylibrarysamford.org

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. Secretary Lilah 0410 691 186. Hall bookings 0414 890 094

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

SCHUB. Email: secretary@samfordprogess.org.au W: samfordprogress. org.au Facebook: SDPPA

Samford Stags Rugby League Club Committee meetings

Samford & District Carriage Drivers Based at the Samford Showgrounds. Contact Ian & Marilyn Taylor 0402 431 406.

Samford & Districts Chamber of Commerce Meets 7am on the second Wednesday of each month at Flying Nun cafe. Contact President info@samfordchamber.com Samford Area Men’s Shed Contact info@samfordshed.org.au

Halls for Hire

Samford Art & Craft Association Slab Hut John Scott Park 7

Liberal National Party LNP Darcy Creighton 0403 435 606

FIRES

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL: 000 Local Rural Brigades: SAMFORD 3289 1441 SAMSONVALE 0481 469 891 CLOSEBURN 3289 4811 CLEAR MTN 3298 6357

Ph 3298 5094.

at 6.30pm at the Clubhouse on the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Mick Hughes 3289 1027

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Farmers Hall, 0422 054 378. CWA Bookings 0414 890 094 Showgrounds Pavilion - Seating for 500. 3289 7057. Samsonvale Hall - Linda Jeffrey 0416 735 361. Cedar Ck Hall - cedarcreekhall4520@gmail.com Samford Bowls Club - 3289 1204 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

Zen Meditation Every Tuesday, 7.00-8.30pm old Catholic Church.

days 10am-4pm. Ph. 3289 3113

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

ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES IN THE CLASSIFIEDS OR TRADE & BUSINESS DIRECTORY. CALL 0477 663 696 EMAIL: EDITOR@ VILLAGEPUMP.ORG.AU

Samford Commons admin@samfordcommons.org.au. Leah

Hudson M: 0432 682 024. Community Conversation @ Little Tree Bake & Brew House. 2:30pm – 4:30pm – 1st Sunday of each month.

Samford 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

FIRE WARDENS: SAMFORD

CLOSEBURN-UPPER CEDAR CREEK Closeburn and Upper Cedar Creek: Miles Boon 0409 661 353

Highvale: Rob Packer 0408 728 727 Jolly’s Lookout: Les Austin 3289 1465 Mt Glorious Rd to and incl. Hulcombe Rd: Noel Draper 3289 1811 Gibbons Road: Kemsley McDowall 3289 1215 Samford Village: Tony Marks 0422 001 814 Camp Mountain: Bob Millar 3289 1854 Wights Mtn: Garry Morrison 3289 1748 Draper: Irwin Draper 3289 1497

CLEAR MOUNTAIN Jan Blok 0434 147 960

SAMSONVALE

Kobble Creek east of Mt Samson Rd & Watson Rd to Dales Rd: Glen Lake - 0418 153 116 Kobble Creek from Dales Rd to Kriesch Rd: Steve Arkell 3289 9061 - 0408 792 975 Kundes Rd south of Hills Rd to Clear Mtn Rd & Basin Rd Area: Chris Kunde 0408 180 669

MT NEBO

Mt Nebo Terry Bradford 3289 8181 Mt Glorious Bob Snowdon 3289 0150 All fires more than 2m in any direction require a permit

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