Town & Country Journal, Week #126 - June 8, 2023

Budget public consultation open

Jonathan O’Neill oneill.jonathan1@outlook.com

Southern Downs Regional Council opened public consultation today, June 8, on the 2023/24 budget. From 8am, the community will be given the opportunity to provide feedback and make submissions on the 2023/24 Draft Budget.

A report issued by Council said the budgetary process com-

menced in late January, considering various market factors, flood restoration works, and business unit delivery and returns, such as water, sewerage, waste and the Saleyards.

The report indicates that the Council’s cost index has been assessed at 6.9% with the annual consumer price index at 7.4%.

Market volatility, interest rate hikes and land valuations significantly impacted this.

But the big question is how this budget will affect property rates.

It is unclear at the time of writ-

ing the exact figure of the rate change however, the Draft Budget report suggests a 5.15% increase in total income from general rates and a 9.51% increase from utility charges.

This represents a total income increase for Council from $66.226 million to $70.966 million, or 7.16%, with nearly $37.6 million coming from general rates. How this increase will be divided amongst the 22,000 ratepayers throughout the Southern Downs is yet to be seen.

At a Connecting with Council

Medical crisis

Kim Hanson-Ross kimberley.hansonross@icloud.com

Over sixty GPs have shut down across Australia, and Regional Queensland is struggling to cope with the bulk-billing crisis as more children are admitted to the emergency department.

Children under the age of 14 being admitted for “imminent” or “potentially life-threatening” conditions across regional Queensland hospitals have

meeting held in Dalveen in May, Mayor Vic Pennisi said that land valuations do not directly correlate to rate rises.

“I’ve been in local government for almost 20 years, and there hasn’t been one year where there’s been zero percent rate rises, for the simple fact it’s the only place we get money," Cr Pennisi said.

“The rate rise will be somewhere in line with CPI, but if you’ve got a 300 per cent increase, which some people did in their valuation, there won’t be a 300 per cent rate rise.

surged, with Mackay Hospital Health Services acting chief executive, Dr Charles Pain, stating that their hospital has received “more acutely unwell people".

“For many, a trip to the Emergency Department is the first time they have seen a doctor in a long time, and they are often more unwell than they would have been if they had earlier intervention and diagnosis,” Dr Pain explained.

“We believe one reason for this is that some people may be reluctant to see a general practitioner because they can’t find a bulk billing practice within our region," he continued.

“Our officers have gone over and got the valuation and said if we were sending out the rates, last year’s rates bill on this valuation, what would the rate in the dollar be, and they’ve worked that out, and they’ve got it to under one percent.

“It’s actually around 0.4 percent of what it was last year, and from there, they’ll work out what the rate rise will be on this lot of valuations, based on the pie that was collected from the last rates”.

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Country briefs

Fatal motorbike accident

A 24-year-old man died on Sunday June 4 following a motorbike accident in Umbiram at 3:30pm. A white Subaru Forester and the motorcyclist were travelling northeast when a collision occurred.

As a result of the impact, the motorcycle than hit a grey Mazda CX-3, which was travelling in the opposite direction.

An off-duty nurse attempted to help the motorcyclist, but he passed away at the scene. Those inside the cars were uninjured.

Emergency services arrived at the scene shortly after 3:40pm, and the highway was closed until 7:30pm that night.

The accident is

currently being investigated.

Members who witnessed the incident are being asked to contact Policelink at 131 444, and quote the reference number QP2300923435.

Stolen vehicle and charges

Also reported by QAS was the charging of a 38-year-old Wilsonton man following an alleged stolen car incident in Glenvale on June 2.

At approximately 7pm, police observed the allegedly stolen Mitsubishi Triton travelling in the vicinity of Glenvale Road. A tyre deflation device was used unsuccessfully to stop the vehicle.

The occupant continued to drive the utility to Drayton where it

More wisdom for June

came to a stop along Anzac Avenue. He allegedly left the vehicle on foot but was arrested on Cambooya Street a short time later.

The man was charged with one count each of unlawful use of a motor vehicle, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and driving of a motor vehicle without a licence.

He was denied bail and was in court on June 3.

Kangaroo into a car

The QAS reported on June 1 that a male in his 50s was transported stable without injuries to Stanthorpe Hospital after a vehicle and kangaroo incident on the corner of Amiens Road and Texas Road at 7.13pm.

There’s wisdom in the winter air when Stanthorpe Little Theatre present The Wisdom of Eve, written by Mary Orr, in four performances on 10, 11, 17 and 18 June.

This engaging drawcard for even winter nights “tells the story of a young woman (Eve Harrington) who's determined to make it big on the stage”, key actress Pauline Leigh told our newspapers. “It is her dream, and she is willing to work hard to achieve it. She is particularly obsessed with one actress, Margo Crane.”

The local actress said her character, Margo “has achieved stardom” and the Eve in the play, depicted by Naima Sophia Furness, “is desperate to meet her”.

“As the play unfolds, Eve enters into the world of Margo, her husband and producer, Clement, and close friends, Lloyd, a playwright, and Karen, his wife,” Mrs Leigh continued. “And so begins the journey of these four people along with others characters who become intertwined with Eve.”

It’s “quality theatre” and one that promises to keep the audience engaged.

Miss Furness said the character of Eve is “terrific to play, full of so many acting elements” while Margo has her own “emotive moments”.

The character of Karen was described by the cast as “warm ... (and) always trying to sort things out for best outcomes” while Lloyd is said to be “a rather loveable character who is quite proud of his achievements”.

There’s Clement who apparently is more of the “even keel”.

“We are so fortunate to have some very capable and enthusiastic young performers joining us also, who bring lovely touches to their characters,” Mrs Leigh continued, encouraging locals to “not miss” the opportunity.

Lee Williams is the Director and tickets can be bought at Gracious Giving in Stanthorpe or through Trybooking.com

For other theatre enthusiasts, auditions for Shakespeare Under the Stars is set for July 6 at 6pm with performances in November. Contact the theatre via Facebook if interested in signing up for an audition or to help behind-the-scenes later in the year.

Naima Sophia Furness as Eve and Pauline Leigh (right) as Margo in the upcoming "Wisdom of Eve" at Stanthorpe Little Theatre this month. Photo supplied.

Letters to the Editor

Thank you

Thank you to The Stanthorpe Record for printing my article about my current role with Artworks Granite Belt (2/6/23). It has already brought an enquiry from an artist who

A 'Froiday' thank you to our Ambos

I find the Queensland Ambulance Service emails fascinating in their succinct reporting of the various incidents happening within the state, on a daily basis. Almost always it's interesting to have a look no matter how many other emails are piling up.

wants to join us in the dream! Hopefully others will also be inspired (contact info@artworksgranitebelt.org.au).

Mary Rofe Information & Grants Officer Artworks Granite Belt Davadi St, Stanthorpe

Mayor Pennisi has his say

Jonathan O’Neill oneill.jonathan1@outlook.com

Southern Downs Regional Council Mayor, Vic Pennisi has taken exception to comments made by fellow Councillor Cynthia McDonald issuing a notice of motion during Wednesday’s Special Council Meeting.

The Notion of Motion called for the repeal of Resolution 10.1.1 from the Ordinary Council Meeting on 24th of May, over a letter of correspondence tabled by Councillor McDonald at that meeting.

the Mayor during that meeting, whilst in the process of leaving the Council Chambers.

The Mayor’s letter to the CEO says if his repeal motion is successful he will move an additional motion, “that the letter from Granite Belt Sustainable Action Network dated 29 March 2023 not be received, but referred to Granite Belt Alliance for them to consider at their next meeting.

“This is not about transparency as has been suggested on many occasions, or about what becomes public, this is about due process.

Checking out Friday's (June 2), this was the heading (saying "Froiday" in case you can't read it). And like I have written about before, it makes me feel a whole lot better about us trying ever-so-hard to be correct but not being infallible. A shout out to all the Ambos near and far. All I've encountered are worth their weight in gold. (SV)

In a letter addressed to the Council’s CEO, the Mayor said he intends to propose the motion to repeal the letter of correspondence from the Granite Belt Sustainable Action Network’s meeting minutes from March 20.

Controversy has surrounded this meeting since Councillor McDonald questioned the whereabouts of the minutes following complaints from the community over alleged meeting violations.

Councillor McDonald was issued with an order of inappropriate meeting conduct by

“The letter is not of any strategic nature and consequently should never have been tabled at a Council Meeting.

“Myself as Mayor and/or Chief Executive Officer could have rightfully refused to accept the letter, however the motion was put as a Procedural Motion and consequently there is no debate in relation to a procedural motion.

“Granite Belt Alliance has no statutory position, it is not incorporated and does not have any strategic function in relation to the direct running of Council."

EVERYONE’S ENTITLED with Andrew Gale

If there was an Olympic event for hurting yourself, I’d probably be well qualified to enter it. I always seem to be carrying some type of injury from some “incident” or another. Despite this apparent level of clumsiness that I possess, it’s a shock to me just as it is to others that I have never broken a bone in my body.

I came as close as I ever had a couple of weeks ago when I slipped and fell off my boat trailer when unloading a Jetski. I fell, jamming my leg between the outer rail and a walkway. I ended up face first in the freezing water with the entire weight of my body forced onto a fulcrum point. How my tibia and or fibula didn’t snap like a carrot I’ll never know.

I saw a mate suffer that type of break a couple of years ago after falling off a ladder jamming his leg between the rungs. So why him and not me?

This has absolutely intrigued me because, it’s not the first time I’ve done something that I was sure would result in a major injury and didn’t. I haven’t lived a life wrapped in cotton wool. I have had falls of all kinds including from motorcycles and reasonable heights. I’ve played football, pranged cars, slipped and tripped but as yet, (touch wood) have never had a bona-fide break of a bone.

It certainly has nothing to do with consuming milk because as a lad I hated the stuff. I’m thinking because my Aunty Wendy and Uncle Bill had a dairy farm.

Dairy farm meant dairy cows. Mean, nasty things that kicked and bit and had sharp horns and pooped everywhere. I think if I was a city kid who thought that milk came from a nice clean shop, I would have gobbled it down as instructed, but not when it came from a dairy full of scary cows.

I also had to deal with the old “warmed in the sun ‘till rancid” school milk. I can remember bringing it back up as quickly as I could drink it and getting flogged by the teachers as a consequence.

The final straw of my milk journey was my sister being diagnosed with a milk allergy that had caused her to be completely deaf. I was taken off milk too as a precaution. I don’t remember being bothered.

My darling wifey reckons it’s all the milk I’ve had in later life, in the form of cheese (on pizza), ice cream and cappuccinos that’s done it. Who knows?

Personally, I think it has to do with me having a relaxed and accepting attitude. Yes really, please read on.

It’s a proven fact that you are much less likely to be injured from an impact if you relax as much as possible in those moments before it. This gives your muscles and so on more space to move without resistance. Absorbing the shock so to speak.

I can recall that when I have reached my “tipping point” and I’m beginning to fall (or crash), time kind of slows down and I’ve always had a thought like, “oh well, I guess this is the time I really break something/end up in hospital/traction/ die.” There’s that “acceptance”. I suppose a level of peace comes over me and I bounce and bend rather than crack and snap.

Kind of like one of my philosophies I try to live by.

“Accepting the inevitability of an outcome always serves to soften the blow when it eventuates”.

That works for all sorts of other things.

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Elizabeth has a theory, which like all newly developed theories are based on the assumption that the rest of the world works the way you think it works, and you think it works your way… she has a theory that horse studs don’t like recreational motorbikes. We live not so far from a series of horse studs, along a scenic road on which recreational motorbikes and the deaf people that ride them love to drive, for the sheer pleasure of almost crashing…but not quite.

Anyway on weekends (and the longer the weekend the worse the problem) this road gets rather congested with men who hide their age inside leather dress up, astride motorbikes that have faulty mufflers. I mean a motorbike has a much smaller engine than a car and yet, these motorbikes are much louder than cars. These gentlemen could whisper down the road, wearing high viz yellow, but they roar down the road wearing menacing black.

I happen to know where these gentlemen, who fancy themselves rampaging Vikings bravely fighting the curves of this scenic route are going. They ar e going for coffee. Conquering the range, carving up the curves, in pursuit of a piccolo or a cappuccino.

Now Elizabeth beneath the mild surface has mentioned is storing a lake of venom, and I’ve heard

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her muttering about getting a BB gun and firing potshots to add realism to the Vikings’ adventure. I hasten to say she hasn’t got a BB gun, let alone any weapon bar her tongue on occasion when her boys disappoint her. So when we drove the other day past the horse studs and some impressive travelling irrigator was broken, so that one nozzle alone was working, but stuck, spraying a stream of water over the road, giving us a free car wash, we thought nothing of it bar “they’d better fix that.”

But just an hour ago she rang, excitement in her voice, to note that the irrigation system had not been fixed, days later…but (it being Saturday) was vigorously spraying the road as before. She noted that the Vikings, as if they saw the tongue of a fiery dragon licking the bitumen, were wheeling to a stop, and turning back. It was clear they did not fancy a car wash—or a motorcycle wash in their case, and besides their steeds were beautifully waxed and washed already. I am a pacifist, of course, with a slight emphasis on the first part of it, but whoever is behind the horse stud stunt…now that’s a hero.

Olav Muurlink is associate professor in sustainable innovation at Central Queensland University and chair of the local charity Co-operation in Development which builds and runs schools and kindergartens in Bangladesh.

A jazzy launch

Deborah Wheeler

Contributed

The function centre at the Churches of Christ in Warwick was packed on the evening June 1 as sponsors and event hosts gathered for the official launch of the 2023 Jumpers and Jazz in July Festival.

Those present were given a glimpse of things to come with the hall and tables being decked out with special little tit bits from the Yarntopians’ exciting ‘Curiouser and Curiouser’ installation for all to enjoy.

Southern Downs Town Crier, Bob Townshend started the proceedings with a jaunty tale before JJJ President Pam Burley disclosed the full program for 2023.

Music, workshops, exhibitions, film showings, talks, guided tours, ghost tours, train rides, food, dinners, the Laneway party, Town Crier walks, installations, Jazz Mass, cars and so much more for all

to enjoy.

Take a step into Alice’s whimsical wonderland with the Yarntopian’s unique interpretation of the famous Lewis Carroll’s classic tale. Take a step back to your childhood and be transported into the magical world of Alice in Wonderland.

Thousands of locals and visitors are excitedly looking forward to this year’s festival and all eyes will be focused on the amazing creations which will appear as part of the Yarnbombed Tree Exhibition. Delightfully coloured creations and innovative designs wrap the trees in the CBD for the duration of the festival. This ever-popular event of decorated trees was thought up by the first festival organisers who started Jumpers and Jazz in July some nineteen years ago. A massive crowd pleaser every year with thousands of photos being taken and sent all around the world.

At the end of the evening a well-deserved, big round of applause was given to Noo Shepherd and her team of work-

ers from One Table Cafe who did a spectacular job of providing a feast of food fit for a Queen’s Garden Party.

With over forty event hosts participating this year there will be plenty to see and do during the ten day festival. From Warwick to Killarney, Freestone,

Goomburra, Allora, Dalveen, Morgan Park and more, be sure to grab your 2023 program from any participating venue and plan your visits to the many and varied events on offer. Remember to get in early if you want to attend ticketed events as they are selling fast.

Representatives at the launch for St Mary's, Warwick were Dave Carr and Fr Bony Abraham (right).

Milking the value and nutrition

Selina Venier editor@thedailyjournal.ink

It was World Milk Day on June 1 and the Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) predictably encouraged consumers “to support dairy farmers and buy locally produced dairy products”.

Queensland’s dairy industry reportedly produced 299 million litres of milk during the 2021-22 year, with our state, home to more than 150,000 milking cows on approximately 430 farms.

Despite this incredible tally, have you ever found it difficult to not only find the milk you are looking for but also interpret the various types on offer?

The Southern Downs’ Paulette Ferrier was keen to share what her growing family seek in their milk consumption.

“I’m not aware of any fresh milk supplies around here, I’d be very interested if there was,” she told our newspapers.

Until recently, the family of five were purchasing cold pressed milk from Made by Cow, “which has sadly gone into voluntary administration”.

“There’s anecdotal evidence that some people who had previously had a dairy intolerance were able to digest (very well) the cold pressed milk,” Mrs Ferrier said. “It isn’t local but was a very high quality product which we, as a family, were happy to pay for." That cost was about $8 for 1.5 litres.

The family of five’s milk preference is non-homogenised milk from Norco “as it is a Co-op' and they "believe more money gets back to the farmer this way”.

This reality of supporting farmers is “very important” to them as a farming family themselves.

“We make a point of not purchasing supermarket brand milk,” she continued. “I believe milk is an important and nutritious part of our diet, but not in the large amounts often consumed in beverage form, hence why my family can justify spending more money on a better quality product.”

We asked the local grower if she and her husband, Gus Ferrier would consider buying and keeping a milking cow.

“I would love to own a milking cow but we don’t have the infrastructure to support it,” the local mum said. “(And) most importantly my husband is definitely not interested in adding in a daily milking routine to our life.”

World Milk Day has been celebrated annually on 1 June since 2001 to "recognise the importance

of milk as a global food and to raise awareness of the dairy industry".

It was established by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, and the day also coincides with

the date processors across the country release milk prices to their farmers for the coming year.

More on this story tomorrow plus local comments on that array of milk choices.

Walter Ferrier, 6, with a refreshing drink at home on the Southern Downs.

Deborah Wheeler

Contributed

This week I am bring your attention to this short article which featured in The Courier Mail on Saturday 3 January 1942 about the Ryan family from Stanthorpe and the White family from Killarney.

COUNTRY FAMILIES' FINE RECORD OF WAR

SFRVICE

‘Loyalty and courage form a dominant strain in the Ryan family of Stanthorpe, and the White family, of Killarney. They are related through Digger P. Ryan, veteran of the last war, now a sergeant in the 25th Battalion, A.M.F., at Cabarlah, near Toowoomba, whose only son, Noel, is now in the A.I.F.

Three nephews — sons respectively of Messrs. Charles, Stanley, and David White, all Great War veterans — are also serving, one

Digger Ryan's sister, Mrs P. Mooney of Bundaberg, has an only son, who took part in the Dunkirk evacuation as an airman. Mrs Ryan's three brothers fought in the last war, one subsequently succumbing to war injuries.’

It is clear to see from the above article the tremendous pride and commitment to duty these men had for their families and their

extremely valuable work the members of our defence force carry out in order for us to remain a free nation. From the moment these men and women sign their enlistment papers they are offering up their lives to protect us.

Recently the news has been full of people giving their opinions on some of our former and current veterans. I wonder how many of them would be prepared to sign enlistment papers and offer up their lives to protect people they don’t know who live in this wonderful land called Australia?

Our serviceman and women are important, please treat them with respect. Lest we forget. Any members of either of these families who have more information or photographs on

Deborah Wheeler Contributed

Killarney RSL Sub Branch held their monthly meeting at the Senior Citizens rooms in Killarney on Saturday June 3. Former Sub Branch member Jim McGee’s Memorial Service was held on Friday, May 26 at the Killarney Hotel. A minutes silence was held in honour of the late John Toohey. There will be a Vietnam Veteran’s Vigil held in Brisbane on Thursday 3rd August in the lead up to Vietnam Veteran’s Day on Friday 18th August 2023. The Vigil will commemorate the lives of the 523 Vietnam Vets killed in action. This year commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the complete withdrawal of Australian Vietnam Troops alongside the New Zealanders who formed

Station.

Planning has started for the 70th Anniversary of the Lincoln Bomber Crash in 2025. Anyone with personal information or photos of this event are encouraged to contact the Sub Branch.

Kathryn Starkey of Defence & Veterans Legal Service is helping veterans in relation to submitting confidential submissions to the Royal Commissison into the Death by suicide or thoughts of, or experience of someone close, being serving or ex-serving members at the time. Contact the Sub Branch for further details.

QLD RSL Advocacy and Compensation Team representative Angela Tarda was taken ill and unable to attend the meeting set down for May 25.

The RSL hall renovations are well underway but a halt has been forced because it was discovered the roof was leaking. Hopefully this problem will be fixed quickly and work will con

Next meeting will be held on

Photo of newspaper cutting about - Source: The CourierMail, Sat 3 Jan 1942, Page 6.

Win dollars: sign up before June 11

eNewsletter featuring information about Council events, meetings and latest news.

Southern Downs Regional Council are asking, "How would you spend" a few hundred dollars?

They are promoting entering a draw to win a $500 shop local gift card (or a Why Leave Town Card), by subscribing to both of Council’s two eNewsletters - Your Southern Downs and See Southern Downs - before Sunday June 11.

"Delivered directly to subscribers’ email inboxes, each eNewsletter provides up-to-date news and information about key Council decisions, services, programs, public engagement opportunities and major events," SDRC media promoted recently, with more information here:

• Your Southern Downs is Council’s fortnightly residential

• See Southern Downs is Council’s monthly tourism eNewsletter featuring information about major events and experiences in our region.

Council’s Chief Executive Officer Dave Burges says keeping the community up-to-date is a priority for Council.

“The landscape for how we access information has evolved vastly since the first COVID-19 lockdown, and digital platforms have become a very relevant communication tool,” he said.

“Council wants to inform and engage with the community, and our electronic newsletters are a point of truth for important Council information and what’s happening across the region."

Medical crisis

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More than 60 practices have been forced to close in the past four years, with low Medicare rebates and difficulties recruiting enough GPs at the height of the blame game.

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), have called the recent mass closure of GP practices across Australia as an “immeasurable loss for patients and communities.”

“GPs are the lifeblood of our communities. Everyone needs access to high-quality GP care when their sick, and to help them stay well,” RACGP President Nicole Higgins said.

“The closure of so many clinics means an increasing number of Australian’s will struggle to find a GP. Particularly in areas where practices are at capacity and can’t take on new patients," she added.

“We are in this situation because for decades, our elected officials have chosen to strip funding from general practice care and patients’ Medicare rebates. And it is hurting those who are most disadvantaged including people on low incomes who can’t afford rising out of pocket costs.

“It’s yet more evidence that serious reform and funding is needed to ensure everyone can get the care they need from a GP, so GPs can keep doing the job we love – making a meaningful difference for our patients and communities.”

Medical Practices in the Southern Downs and Granite Belt Region who reportedly offer bulk billing at this time are the Warwick Carbal Medical Services, Strasberg Medical, and the Killarney Medical Practice.

Warwick Condamine Medical Centre, Peppertree Medical, Warwick Family Medical, and Allora Medical Practice do not reportedly offer any bulk billing options according to The Courier Mail. More information to come on local bulk billing in the Granite Belt and Southern Downs region.

Warwick War Widows

Deborah Wheeler Contributed

On Thursday June 1, the ladies of the Warwick War Widows were happy to welcome new member, Lorna Voss to the group. As a number of ladies had been unable to attend the May ‘Mothers Day’ meeting, Esme Colley, a member from Stanthorpe, presented all of the ladies with a handmade lavender rose. The eight ladies also received a gift pack with a coffee sachet and chocolates from the wonderful management and staff of Club Warwick RSL. After an hour of laughter and friendship the eight ladies sat down to enjoy their delicious lunch.

The next meeting of the Warwick War Widows social group will meet at Club Warwick RSL at 11am on the July 6, 2023. New or perspective members welcome. Contact Deb on 0414 852 492 for further information.

One of the many colourful lavender rose buds.

Stepping into a library? Four-to-eight year wait

Jonathan O’Neill oneill.jonathan1@outlook.com

It has been revealed that a shopfront library in the community of Killarney may not be viable for at least four to eight years, given current Council criteria.

At a Council information session in April, it was revealed that construction costs for a shopfront library in the town are estimated to cost between $500,000 and $1 million.

Southern Downs Regional Council Manager for Community and Cultural Services, Michael Bell told Council that several items of criteria have been put in place to trigger capital expenses.

“There was a number of criteria that Council agreed would need to be met to trigger building a new site,” Mr Bell said.

“It looked at population, secondary education, emergency services etcetera.

“When we looked at popula-

tion, we were anywhere from four to eight years away because population growth at the moment is at about 0.5%, with the trigger being about a thousand people.

Killarney community member Ann Ragh questioned Council on these estimates when a modular building solution provided to Council was significantly cheaper.

“Please explain the five hundred thousand to one million dollars needed to construct a shopfront library on Council ground, especially when we had provided a completed plan of a

building with only power and sewerage needing to be connected for three hundred thousand dollars?” Ms Ragh said.

“Also, what restoration works at Canning Park need to be done for a modular building to be placed there?”

Mr Bell responded that industry-standard estimation tools suggest anywhere from two thousand to three thousand dollars per square metre.

“We’re also guided by Queensland State Library Standards for the space that we should allow.

“For a population the size of Killarney, we should allow for two hundred and forty square metres. Generally, you need about six hundred to seven hundred thousand dollars for con-

struction and furnishing, before you start adding anything else.

The biggest hurdle preventing a library from being built in the town is the squeeze on the budget which is expected to be handed down at the end of June.

“As Council are aware, the budget is becoming tighter and tighter. Our roads begin to show wear and tear, as does our underground infrastructure,” Mr Bell said.

“This becomes another item that competes for the same balance. We would be actively looking for grant funding to facilitate some of these outcomes.

“What we want to get better at as a Council, is planning for these capital items.

“We need to plan for this early because these capital items do not come cheap.

We’re talking about anywhere from four to eight years away, but then of course prices continue to grow. Ideally, it will be through a grants program”

Councillor Marco Gliori

voiced his support for a library to be built in Killarney, as per the wishes of the Killarney community following a survey in May.

“The threshold is a thousand people, but I think if we were a visionary Council, we’d be planning for that now,” Cr Gliori said.

“I know we’re planning the planning now, but I think we need to be proactive rather than reactive. We need to set this up as quickly as possible.

Councillor Sheryl Windle also voiced her support for the library, reminding Council not to let this sit by the wayside.

“The survey reflected that Killarney citizens wanted a shopfront library. I really want to see that pushed ahead, and not just sat back,” Cr Windle said.

“Surely there are funding opportunities that pop up every now and again, so we can be aware. We need to do this before four to eight years because that is a long time to wait”.

Letters to the editor

Power Prices

Dear Editor, am I missing something?

The May-day Budget Papers delivered with much fanfare three weeks ago state 'Inflation has peaked and begun to moderate … expected to fall to 3¼ per cent in 2023–24'.

Today's headline (26/5) is hardly re-assuring 'Soaring cost of power bills a shocker for small business' with 'electr icity prices set to soar by up to 29%'. Not only small business, but every business and everybody in the country will feel the pain.

The Budget compounds the problem by promising to pour more funds into the Net Zero obsession, adding yet another layer of bureaucracy, a National Net Zero Authority.

Argentina is an example of the policies embraced today by Australia. Last year inflation in Argentina rose to over 100%. That country is bankrupt. The Australian government is

Seeing red over rates

Recently there have been articles in the paper about council and council rate rises. The Mayor has complained about the shrinking rate base and the financial

gambling irresponsibly with borrowed money on a horse called Galloping Inflation.

Cheap, reliable coal-fired power gave us the wealthy country we enjoy today.

Energy is ultimately nuclear - the Sun is nuclear, Earth’s inner core is nuclear. The future is nuclear, not the egregiously named 'renewables'.

And the transition energy is from hydrocarbons, including the fossil fuel, coal, which is in such abundance it will never be exhausted before the power of the atom is confidently harnessed for peaceful purposes.

Cheers

John McRobert

Editor's note: If the 'sun is nuclear', John, then by your argument, 'solar is nuclear'. And also note your 'gambling irresponsibly' with borrowed money doesn't quite square with the facts—this latest budget, at least, will be in the black.

pressure facing council. I know a Letter to the Editor published in the paper does little good for those who are whingeing and whining about the rising cost of running a Council. For the residents to make an impact, the rate payers need to write directly to the Mayor and

Racism has no place

I couldn't agree more with Jeff comments in his letter to the Editor on the 25th May 2023. There are some very important messages there within, there is no place for race in the Australian Constitution, Australia is a multicultural Nation, home to many different nationalities that have made Australia home and have contributed greatly to the Countries prosperity and way of life without prejudice. This includes many Indigenous people who have also contributed greatly to this country as Australians.

There is a false narrative that indigenous Australians lead lives of unrelenting misery and neglect, a narrative fed by media sensationalism. The overwhelming major ity of indigenous Australians lead lives familiar to any other mainstream Australians: in stable employment, raising families, and taking responsibility for their lives.

RACE HAS NO PLACE IN THE AUSTRALIAN CONSTITUTION. We are all equal.

Laurie Dagg, Killarney

Editor's opinion: It's a nice sentiment to say 'race has no place' Laurie, but try living in the skin of an Indigenous

Councillors via snail mail. Sending emails is too easy for the receivers to just delete them. Heaps of letters landing on their desks makes a greater impact.

Rate payers who have knowledge of Council’s wastefulness in spending on various projects that aren’t

person - which of course, you can't. Elizabeth, former editor of this paper, has black American heritage, and grew up in Texas in a white family, and even her own mother was not entirely happy with the colour of her skin... The other day in a country town in Queensland (not in the Southern Downs by the way), she went to a chemist to buy a script and had the lovely experience of being followed around the store to make sure she wasn't shoplifting. I was in a Toowoomba motel the other day, and two young Indigenous women and a baby came into the restaurant after me and I cringed at how they were treated. So it's all very jolly to say that racism is a 'false narrative' but it's just because you don't experience it yourself. Ask Italians, particularly from the South of Italy, how 'not racist' Australia is, and how they were treated when they arrived in Australia, not so long ago. The reality is we are all equal—of course we are. But if you're tall, white and male, as I am myself, you are treated as more than equal Laurie...

Turning to the question raised by Jeff re land. Let's imagine a scenario to put yourself in the shoes of Indigenous folk. Like Jeff, you've been living on your hard earnt land for generations, but along comes a spaceship of aliens armed

council core concerns, should tell the Mayor and Councillors. Water, sewage and roads should be Council’s key responsibilities. Council should not be doing so many things for small pressure groups who want this or that grant for their pet project.

with far superior weaponry to the metal spears that we call guns. They squat on the best bits of your land —the flats, say, by the creek, and leave the hills and scrub for you. They don't sign a deal with you, they don't pay a penny for the acreage, but they do start shops where you can buy wonderful alien technology that allows you to live twice as long. Gradually they become enlightened and decide to offer an apology. Would you and your grandkids be happy with that, Laurie? So the 'welcome to country' that you see at many public events, grating for white people as it may be, is just basic politeness...because until we sign a deal with the original Australians, until our constitution is altered to recognise reality, we still haven't gone and rectified what was done wrong in the past...and we're still acquiescing in that original crime. That doesn't magically go away with a few generations. So it's absolutely our "right" to argue about the Voice - I think it is a crap model and so do most Indigenous Australians. What Indigenous Australians want is a far tougher brand of reconciliation - and they've got every right to ask for it. But for now, we can say 'yes' to this watered down version of a treaty....

Councils, because of their rising debts could see themselves being taken over by State authority and run from Brisbane. Maybe that’s the ultimate plan.

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Big coal and gas: not your friend when it comes to electricity bills?

Green Gals

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Australians are facing significant increases in the price of electricity. It has risen an astonishing 63 per cent on top of inflation over the last decade according to the Grattan Institute.

Some pundits like to blame renewable energy for the high cost of electricity in Australia. However according to Nick Hedley, Markets Group, “In Australia, the states that are most dependent on coal and gas for energy (Queensland in particular) have seen the biggest increases in electricity prices. Queensland is behind the curve in renewables, so it’s gone from having the lowest prices in 2017 to the highest in 2022.”

This graph neatly illustrates the point. Queensland and New South Wales, rich in coal mines and gas fields, also have the highest wholesale electricity prices.

So if it’s not renewables that are causing high electricity bills, then what’s behind it? The answer is profit, yet more profit and distance.

Profit, Part 1: It is tr ue that Australia is rich in coal and gas. Australia is the largest gas exporter in the world, and the largest coal exporter in the world. But it’s not “Australia” which mines and exports the gas and coal, it’s private companies, many of them multinationals. Australians pay the same for their coal and gas as international buyers, in fact sometimes more. It is cheaper to buy Australian gas in Japan, 20,000km away.

When the international price of gas spiked in Q2 2022 due to the war in Ukraine, here’s what happened to Australia’s wholesale electricity prices.

Big coal and gas companies do ordinary Australians no favours when setting prices. In May the Australian Energy Regulator’s chair, Clare Savage, said that the electricity price increases could have reached 50% without the federal imposition of price caps on gas and black coal last December that helped lower the wholesale component of electricity prices.

Gas Analyst Bruce Robertson of the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis says "Eastern Australia

is the only region in the world that prioritises exports of LNG over the domestic market. It doesn’t even happen in Western Australia. To ensure supply to our domestic market requires a small amount of gas but the gas cartel ensures the domestic market is just “starved” of gas to keep prices nice and high and make super profits”.

According to Mr. Robertson only 1% of the Eastern Australian market would need to be reserved to ensure a cheap and adequate domestic supply.

Profit, Part 2: Australia’s electricity market is a combination of private and public ownership, but the “competitive market” has not translated into lower prices. Why? Because with privatisation comes profit. ar t of your electricity bills are paying dividends to investors. Paying the middle man -electricity retailers - is behind 25% of electricity price rises since 2007.

As noted by the Grattan Institute, this was "not the outcome expected when retail electricity markets were opened to competition, and is the subject of further investigation by the [Australian Competition & Consumer Commission]".

Distance: this is the cost most people don't consider, but in Australia it accounts for a staggering 40% of a typical household's bill. Compared to the cost of the power you actually use, the cost of getting it to your home is approximately double. In remote and regional Australia, with its greater distances and lower populations, the cost per customer is higher.

And back to renewables: AEMO (the Australian Energy Market

Operator) in its Quarterly Energy Dynamics Q1 2023 published in April 2023 noted that renewable energy is in fact driving down the wholesale cost of energy.

UNSW Business School’s Associate Professor Katja Ignatieva says renewable energy is an effective way to reduce wholesale energy prices and energy bills for businesses and households.

Source: AEMO Quarterly Energy Dynamics Q1 2023

So renewables are already having an effect in tempering the price gouging of big coal and gas companies from ordinary Australians. That will continue as the reliance on fossil fuels decreases. And the tyranny of distance in Australian electricity supply can also be significantly reduced by siting renewable generation - solar or wind - closer to the communities they serve.

Publishers note: There are two sides to every story, as is the case with this “analysis”. No mention is made of the high taxes imposed by the Federal Government on the sale of coal and gas here and overseas – coal and gas being the primary reason for the surplus announced in last month’s budget report. And you can bet on the ‘tyranny of distance’ turning around to bite renewable energy when the full costs of infrastructure to send power all over Australia are realized.

Training available for remotely piloted aircraft

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Following the official opening on 19th May of the converted M Block classrooms at Warwick Christian College, the college has announced an exclusive opportunity for senior students to pursue the highly regarded Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot). This technical qualification empowers students to legally operate remotely piloted aircraft, offering a level of freedom not typically granted to recreational users. With a focus on professional training and real-world industry experience, the college ensures students receive top-notch education in this cutting-edge field. The course is led by a trainer with extensive aviation industry expertise, guaranteeing students receive practical insights and valuable knowledge. Moreover, the availability of VETiS (Vocational Education and Training in Schools) funding makes this course accessible and affordable for aspiring aviation enthusiasts. Upon successful completion of the rigorous

course requirements, students will be awarded the prestigious Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot). This certification not only demonstrates their competence and proficiency in operating remotely piloted aircraft but also opens doors to exciting career opportunities in the aviation industry.

In addition to the certificate, students will also receive two essential licenses approved by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA): the CASA Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) and the CASA Aeronautical Radio Operators Certificate (AROC). These licenses play a vital role in safe and responsible operations. By obtaining these certifications, students gain a comprehensive skill set and the necessary qualifications to operate remotely piloted aircraft confidently and with a strong emphasis on safety. They will also be able to pursue exciting career paths as professional remote pilots. Further details are available from Warwick Christian College.

At the opening of M Block conversion, Federal Member for Maranoa, Hon David Littleproud with Jason Gay, Principal of Warwick Christian College

Letters to the Editor

Letter to The Town and Country Journal: Green Gals reply to Matthew Cossey, CEO Croplife

Dear Matthew,

The weight of recent evidence and conclusive proof that glyphosate can interrupt the human microbiome biochemistry, in particular the shikimate pathway of bacterial species human health depends on, should raise alarm bells for you and all users of the product.

We absolutely encourage you and interested readers to conduct your own research and decide for yourself whether glyphosate is safe to use. A good place to start is Google Scholar. To gather the information we presented in our article we used the search terms “glyphosate human health” and read many papers pub-

lished since 2019. Another useful search term is “glyphosate human microbiota.” Google Scholar publishes scientific papers from credible science journals. The information presented is not opinion, it is scientific evidence. Many of the studies that we read were recently published, since 2021 (after the findings that you quote were collated) so you may revise your opinion after reading them. We did not have room to discuss the impacts on the environment from glyphosate use, but these have been well researched. We encourage you to investigate the research surrounding the effects of glyphosate on soil microbes.

In December 2022, the European Food Safety Authority extended the registration for glyphosate for one year, until December 2023. The EFSA could reach a decision before then if evidence demonstrates that glyphosate no longer fulfils

the approval criteria laid down in the EU legislation.

As of May 2023, the following countries have introduced a total or partial ban on glyphosate use: Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Fiji, France, Germany (by 2024), Kuwait, Luxembourg, Malawi, Malta, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, St Vincent and Grenadines, Sri Lanka, Spain, Scotland, Italy, India, United Kingdom, Vietnam, United States (some states)

For further information visit https://www.wisnerbaum.com/toxic-tort-law/ monsanto-r oundup-lawsuit/where-is-glyphosatebanned-/

The following shire councils around Australia have par tially or fully banned glyphosate and glyphosate-based herbicides:

Waverley Shire Council

NSW

Douglas Shire Council (Qld) has voted to ban

glyphosate use in public areas and parks. Glyphosate is banned at all playgrounds, school areas and childcare facilities.

Moyne Shire Council, Victoria

Many other councils have been trialling alternative methods of weed control. In Western Australia, the City of Stirling, the City of Belmont and the City of South Perth have all expressed concerns about glyphosate and are investigating alternative methods.

In Merri-Bek LGA, Victoria, glyphosate free weed management trials have been conducted.

In 2019, 500 Blacktown Council NSW, workers walked off the job because of the concerns of glyphosate being linked to cancers. Byron shire, which you say has recently reversed its ban on glyphosate, may want to look at this current research.

Green Gals Southern Downs

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The first Origin is in the books, with the Queensland spirit well and truly on display to claim the opener in Adelaide in extraordinary circumstances. Racing out to an early 10-0 lead through as many minutes, the Maroons had none of the ball for the best part of the next 30 minutes, with the Blues taking the lead and having a player advantage for the last 10 minutes. Against all odds, Queensland found a way to score two tries with 12 men and take favouritism for the series heading into game two at Suncorp Stadium.

The teams for both sides will look a lot different however, with injury concerns over Jai Arrow for Queensland, and both Cameron Murray and Nathan Cleary for New South Wales.

One name that has been thrown into the mix is Brisbane Broncos halfback Adam Reynolds, who has been in superb form this season, and could well lead to his re-inclusion in the side.

Another name that has come up is Cody Walker, who continues to sizzle for the South Sydney Rabbitohs.

Both have spent many years playing together, know each other’s game and could be the firepower the Blues need to square the series and keep it alive. Speaking about the Broncos, and for the second week in a row they’ve pulled off a big win against the odds on the road.

With a few players out, they were the underdogs against a Cronulla Sharks side looking to make a big statement, but found plenty of resolve to grind out another win.

It comes on the back of their efforts in New Zealand, and has them well placed coming into the back half of the season.

The Panthers and Rabbitohs continued on their winning ways to be near the top of the ladder as well, with the latter staging an incredible comeback.

The Titans looked to be cruising against the Rabbitohs when leading by as much as 12 points, but again they faltered in the second half to blow yet another first half lead.

This weekend will give us eight full games for the first time in a few weeks, before we again have multiple byes due to the Origin period. Good luck with your tips as we all try to chase a perfect round.

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Caledonian Ball Debutantes

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The 74th Annual Warwick Caledonian Debutante Ball was held on Saturday May 13 in St Mary’s Hall in Wood Street with 14 debutantes presented to Mr and Mrs Nicholas Barber. It was a very traditional Scottish occasion that included the playing of the bagpipes throughout the evening’s ceremonies and a Colour Party of two flag bearers and six sword bearers for the entrance of each debutante.

Berenice Liebenberg, daughter of Reverends Ansie Liebenberg and Willie Liebenberg, had the honour of cutting the Deb cake while Ellie Cooper was chosen to make the speech on behalf of the Debs.

Mr and Mrs Ian and Anne Coy were recognised on the night for their 50 years of association with the Debutante Ball, teaching the girls etiquette and dancing in readiness for their debut into society.

A wonderful night was had by all in attendance including parents, family and friends of the debutantes. Andrew Coy was MC for the evening and dance music was provided by Cloud 9. Music for the traditional Scottish dancing and a rousing rendition of Auld Land Syne was performed by the Warwick Thistle Pipe Band.

Front Row (L to R) - Flower Girl Elsie Coy, Ellie Cooper, Lilly Jones, Jorja Hill, CharlieRose Matai, Shakira Saunders, Georgina Buchan, Jadee Denton, Lilly-Anne McErvale, Berenice Liebenberg, Pageboy Charlie Loy.

Second Row – Carlo Donaldson, Adam Brennan, Adam Stephenson, Sienna

Mickelbourgh, Bonnie Donaldson, Piper Atkinson, Sarah Mauch, Teresa Winstanley, Matthew Bailey, Percy Manfield, Nick Jackson.

Third Row – Lachie Woodside, Mark Hallman, Darcy Noller, D’Arcy Bruton, Deacon Hinch, Steven Malbon, Saxon Dyke, Kweller

Manfield.

Back Row – Cadence Manfield, Joshua Hullock, George Broadhead, Ben Cameron, Lachlan Naughton, Brad Esson, James Buchan, William Buchan.

Debs, with their partners, soon after being presented

Berenice Liebenberg, with partner Percy Manfield, cutting the Deb cake.

The Colour Party consisting of two flagbearers and six sword bearers.

COUNTRY MANOR

DEUCHAR - Within 20 mins of Warwick

Owners totally rebuilt the original homestead and extended to add modern conveniences.

• 5 X-large Bedrooms – built-ins or walk-in robes

• Master has en suite – bath, shower, double vanity

• Family bathroom – bath, shower, vanity

• Open plan living – Kitchen, dining, family living

• Kitchen has large gas range, rangehood, dishwasher and more

• Walk-in larder for groceries & storage

• Mud room – Laundry utility

• Ducted Air conditioning

• Deck on 2 sides

DOUBLE BLOCK – 2 TITLES

MARYVALE

Double block with 2 x 1 Acre (2 x 4047 m²) Titles, nestled in the Great Dividing Range near Cunningham’s Gap.

Quiet country lifestyle only 90 mins to Brisbane or Gold Coast.

• 2 x 4047 m² (Total 8094 m²) – 2 Acres

• Separate Titles

• Sloping from front to back

• Power available

• New Fencing

• Zoned as Township

SOLD

MARYVALE

Level 1Acre (4047 m²) corner block in picturesque Maryvale, near Cunningham’s Gap. Country lifestyle only 90 minutes to Brisbane or the Gold Coast.

• Level 4047 m² corner lot

• Power available

• All weather, gravel road access

• New Fencing

• Mountain views in that fresh mountain air!

OUTSIDE:

• Large 6 bay shed – 4 roller doors, kitchenette, toilet

• 3.5 KVA solar on roof

• Rainwater tanks

• Bore

• Dam

• Steel yard, loading ramp, crush

• Fenced paddocks

• 20.09 Ha

and more.

• Open plan – living/dining/ kitchen – electric cook top & wall oven

• Polished timber oors, high ceilings with exposed beams

• Reverse cycle air conditioning

• 4 Good-sized Bedrooms – all built in & ceiling fans

• Main has ensuite, double shower, double vanity, long mirror & spa bath, walk in wardrobe, bay window & aircon

• Family bathroom servicing 3 bedrooms – shower over bath & separate toilet.

• X-large laundry with plenty of bench space + storage.

• Linen cupboards line the hallway

• South & North facing decks are entertainer’s delight.

• Single lock-up garage with levelled concrete storage area under the house.

• Extras:- PVC post & rail fencing, 1000 lt water tank, landscaped gardens and insulated roof and ooring.

FRUIT SHOP ON HIGHWAY $ 250,000

ARATULA

$ 120,000 Reduced

Ideally suited to owner operator, possibly with young family

• Highway corner frontage established 30 yrs

• Essential business operating throughout Covid-19

• Fully equipped coffee, smoothie, juice,

• 18 products on consignment

• 2 Satellite liquor licences

• Extensive product instore outside of fruit and veg

• Cold rooms, refrigeration, display units

• Delivery truck & Forklift

• 45-60 mins from Central Produce Market

Under Contract

ALLORA - Vacant land, almost an Acre, approx. 3350 m².......................................... $ 175,000

HENDON - 2023 m², frontage 40.2m, power on street, country village....................... $ 65,000

WARWICK $ 2,210,000

MARYVALE - 4047 m², costing available, power nearby, VIEWS................................ $ 175,000+

MARYVALE - 4047 m², power nearby, VIEWS, near Maryvale Hotel........................... $ 200,000

MARYVALE - 6637 m², VIEWS, power nearby, on Millar Vale Ck................................ $ 260,000

MARYVALE - 4047 m², power nearby, VIEWS, fenced, entry gate ..............................$ 250,000

MARYVALE - 8094 m², 2 Titles adjoining, power nearby, fenced, 2 x 1 Acre............. $ 275,000

GREYMARE - 2251 m², bitumen road, power on street, on Greymare Ck ................... $ 150,000

Under Contract

LEYBURN - Vacant land, almost 3/4 Acre, approx. 2985 m² ......................................$ 75,000+

Budget public consultation open

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The Mayor said over the next 5-6 years, $200-300 million will need to be sourced to meet the standards for aging infrastructure. “We’ve hit the infrastructure cliff with a big bang. Connolly Dam is a $60 million project on its own. Who actually knows what that will end up being,” Cr Pennisi said.

“We have $500 million worth of pipes under the ground that needs replacing. Those pipes went in, in 1930. We can no longer ignore them.

“The funds haven’t been there to do these things, but we can’t ignore them any longer.

“We have until December to give the EPA a plan on how we are going to deal with the sewerage in Stanthorpe because it

can longer have a flood go through it.

“We must have a plan on how we’re going to do that."

The Draft Budget report indicates Council plans to borrow $4.6 million dollars through external loans in the 2024/25 budget, with that figure rising to $11.6 million and $17.8 in 2026 and 2027 respectively.

Public consultation will be open for 15

days, closing at 5pm on Thursday June 22.

Submissions can be made to Council by submitting an online form through Council’s ‘Have Your Say’ page on their website.

They can also be made by emailing mail@sdrc.qld.gov.au or through a handwritten submission to the customer service centres in Warwick and Stanthorpe.

New tastes at Warwick RSL

Staff Reports

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Chef of the Year Excellence Award finalist, Julianne Farley continues to impress with hints that the Club Warwick RSL will be receiving new menus in early June, which will include new dishes for both lunch and dinner.

The club is also expecting to begin renovations in the future, with a complete modernisation to the entrance area, reception and kids’ areas.

Club Warwick RSL CEO, Michael Jones said that the club aims to provide customers with a “consistently good quality of

Australian cuisine, in consistent portions, across their whole range".

At this time, no further information was given on what guests can expect.

Ms Farley started competing in the competition in March last year, up until the top five finalists were chosen, who competed in December 2022, until February 2023.

She described competing as being thrown into the “unknown" and "you never knew when the judges would come in," describing the night as “nerve wracking," though Ms Farely said that she was “honoured to be chosen".

Mr Jones, who nominated Ms Farely for the award, was very

impressed with the results, and called Ms Farely’s achievement as “sensational” noting the achievement of being recognised as “one in five in the state".

The finalist competition involved judges coming to the club, which left staff members guessing as to who could be the judge throughout the final two months of the competition.

Ms Farely said that she enjoyed the challenge of cooking, and the opportunity to experiment as “it’s a pleasure to see what people get out of the food you cook".

At this time, Ms Farely is training two apprentice chefs, Conroy Brown and Layland Smith, who also work at the Club Warwick RSL.

At Warwick RSL is (from left) are Conroy Brown, Julianne Farley and Layland Smith.

Local Landcare News

Money grows on trees. Not actually.

Tanya Jobling – Co-ordinator

In the early days of Landcare, the heady eighties, money didn’t grow on trees then either, but a lot of money came with free tree planting schemes, and the money funded Landcare to deliver their essential message of caring for land. I hope a good percent of the trees survived as well.

Planting trees is expensive and sometimes difficult in the Southern Downs, where we need to protect from dry times, frost, winds, grasses and stock. The tree itself is usually not expensive, but the tree guard can cost ten times as much, and the hours taken in watering can be many and the result slow. I’ve wondered if we’re not seeing the obvious here. What about natural regeneration? Would it be easier to let nature plant the trees that already want to be there, and then we could just be selective as to how many and which species once they’re growing? Could we use our nous, save time and money, and plant balls of local tree seed, letting the soil and plants decide what works? This would give the locally adapted species, the best root structure possible (potted trees often have poor root structure) and maybe even give diversity that you couldn’t buy in. Would this be a practice that could be cheaper and give better results? We could learn to step back and work with natural processes. If you’re interested in discussing some of these ideas for your farm, please feel welcome to contact the Landcare office 07 4661 9909 or officechlg@gmail.com.

Happenings for June

Musical entertainment: Warwick

The School of Total Education (SOTE) in Warwick will feature a musical with three parts on June 9 and 10, themed "This is Me". SOTE secondary students are busy preparing three "mini musicals". The first is "On Your Mark!" and has been described as "a contemporary re-imagining of the Aesop Fable 'The Tortoise and the Hare’ in a short dramatic comedy".

The second is "Cookie Soiree" and within this presentation, Girl Scouts show "that they can take it up to troublemakers who pinch their fundraising money".

Finally, "Finding the Words" will feature a "final rehearsal and the lead can’t remember the lines". Tickets are $15 adults, $10 child/concession, under 5 free. Tickets available at the door of the auditorium of the school on Freestone Road, Warwick.

Thursday June 15 visit: Stanthorpe

Helping us warm up on the Granite Belt this month, the local adult choir will perform with Singaporean visitors on June 15. Our Granite Belt Choir (GBC) was invited to host the National University of Singapore Society (NUSS) with Australian conductor and composer Dr Graeme Morton AM, of Brisbane, for the upcoming musical opportunity.

Mr Morton is the Director of the Brisbane Chamber Choir and

Director of Music at St John's Anglican Cathedral, Brisbane, and was the Director of Music at St Peter's Lutheran College, founding the St Peter's Chorale.

GBC's publicity officer Bell Welch said Mr Morton is "well-acquainted" with their Emeritus Musical Director, Jeanene Chapman, "and has conducted workshops with the choir in the past".

"The two choirs will get together to rehearse a number of songs as well as a couple of songs to sing as a combined group," Mr Welch said.

The performance will be at the Stanthorpe Civic Centre on Thursday June 15 (please note this was previously incorrectly advertised as July 15), commencing at 6pm in the Supper Room.

Entry is by donation.

Snowflakes fun: Stanthorpe

Winter is here and school holidays too so that adds up to the bi-annual Snowflakes Festival, set to take place in Stanthorpe from June 30 until July 2.

Entertainment on the day will include appearances from the Bushpunk band, Larrikin Puppets,

Last Tuesday, May 30, we headed to the Warwick Cattle Sale with 24 cattle.

I admit I should have sold a month or more earlier but who knows what is going to happen with the cattle market.

In Warwick, bulls, cows and bullocks are sold before the young cattle.

Our cattle were in the first two rows of the young cattle so we only had four pens to watch before ours went under the hammer.

The first of four pens was the cheapest, just under 300 cents a kilogram for steers.

Our second pen was lighter and made 350 cents and we had two mobs of heifers.

After the first pen, I was relatively happy with the rest of the sale.

In fact I was happier with the heifer sale than the steers.

You go to the sale with a hope and the heifers almost made what I was hoping for but not the steers.

Don’t blame the agents, the market has got tougher in

Levi X & Dad, as well as vendors with artisans from across the Granite Belt, and plenty of food available for purchase on the day.

The Sculpture Challenge is expected to return as sponsored by Mitre 10, and Stanthorpe's Kent Saddlery will offer a free leather stamping site of cheesemaking sets.

When the days come to a close, lantern creations will begin to take place, giving guests the opportunity to take part in the lantern parade, which will be followed by fireworks.

Many other activities are teased to be available throughout the festival, which can be read up on the Snowflakes website. Tickets are now available for online purchase.

recent months, particularly the past month.

My agent and my wife always say to sell in the autumn whereas I left it to the start of winter.

The fact we have had more frosts this year than in recent years which hasn’t helping the cattle market.

The high prices of recent years are behind us for now. There didn’t seem to be as many people at the sale as the previous time I was there.

The yarding was only 500 and the sale was over by 10am so then it was to Tanya’s Diner at the saleyards for a bit to eat and a few thoughts on the sale.

The Long Paddock with Gerard Walsh

Greymare cattle at the Warwick Saleyards last week. Photo Gerard Walsh

A former visitor to Snowflakes pictured here.

Football at Inter

Selina Venier editor@thedailyjournal.ink

Sunday June 4 was a chance for sportsmanship to shine through, in football matches of Italy versus Australia, Men's and Ladies' games, as well as an iComply match at Stanthorpe's International Club's soccer field.

Bowls in Warwick East

Ed Diery Contributed

Last Thursday, June 1 we had twelve teams on the green for our monthly triples competition. The winners were Ed Diery, Ralph Tate and John Harslett. Runners-up were Pat Gainey, Peter Klowss and

Barry Ziebel.

On Saturday June 3, at our mixed social bowls, we played one game of pairs and two of triples. No overall winners were declared. The attempt at the jackpot was unsuccessful. There will be mixed social bowls on again this coming Saturday, with play starting at 1pm.

Nominations are now being called for our self-selected triples competition. Please record

your team on the noticeboard. If you are not in a team and would like to participate, please let Steve Ford know. Other upcoming events at Warwick East are our postponed March carnival on Sunday June 25 and our monthly pairs day on Thursday June 22. Finally, a reminder that if you wish to buy a club shirt or jacket, add your name to the list on the noticeboard.

This annual event was organised to again coincide with Italy's National Day on 2 June, this year marking the 77th anniversary of the country becoming a Democratic Republic in 1946.

"The day was a wonderful opportunity to breakdown barriers, encouraging integration and diversity," an organiser said. "This plays an important role in creating social capital by developing connections, openness and respect between different individuals, groups, clubs, coaches and members."

The Mens and Ladies' games were described as "thrilling", with the Ladies' team taking away the win, along with the Australian Men's team trumping the Italian team.

IComply versus Eastern Colour saw the latter coming away with the win of 3-2.

The following groups collaborated for the event: Football Stanthorpe, Football Queensland, Stanthorpe United Redbacks Football Club, Inter Football Club Stanthorpe, Ballandean Football Club, Stanthorpe Carlton United Football Club, Louise Duell of Stanthorpe City Football Club, Tenterfield Soccer Club, Chris & Tamara Reedy and Franco Arcidiacono.

More in the Stanthorpe Record tomorrow.

Stanthorpe Ladies' Golf results to May 31

Helen Jones Contributed

Asmall field of ladies competed in todays stableford event.

Mei Bell was welcomed back on her return from a holiday in New Zealand. Lisa Stuart played

exceptionally well today and won the competition with a lovely score of 34. Lisa also won the pin shots on the 12th and 17th. Runner up was Lorraine Evans who also played very well, with 32 points. Linda Kelly showed her skills around the green on the 5/14th and won the pin shot there.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD

ACROSS

3 Name a popular TV role played by Richard Dean Anderson (8)

7 Which alkane, existing in two isomeric forms, is used as a fuel (6)

8 What is another term for a slaughterhouse (8)

9 Where does the annual international film festival take place (6)

10 What do we call garbage, etc, deposited under layers of earth, to raise the level of the site (8)

11 What are appointments, especially between lovers (6)

14 Name the largest of the Channel Islands (6)

17 What is the inability to think sensibly (8)

18 Name an ancient European country, now approximate to Georgia (6)

19 What is a gradual stageby-stage withdrawal (5,3)

20 Which instruments are played by means of keys arranged in one or more keyboards (6)

21 To behave arrogantly, is to do what (8)

DOWN

1 Who is in charge of a museum (7)

3 Which acute infectious disease occurs mostly in children (7)

4 To become lazy, is to do what (3,4)

5 What are fiddles more commonly known as (7)

6 To live a country life is to live how (7)

12 From which part of a ship did they once hang miscreants (7)

13 Name something given as part payment of a purchase (5,2)

14 What is a caretaker also known as (7)

15 Name a favourite of Queen Elizabeth I, Sir Walter ... (7)

MINI WORD FIND

Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.

CURIO

E-QUATIONS 7

2 Name an alternative term for flags (7)

11 To have excelled or surpassed, is to have done what (7)

Letters have a number value

16 What are badges of office, or authority (7)

The Lyre Bird is found on the ‘tail’ of the Australian 10 cent piece. It’s known for its ability to mimic the forest sounds around it, including the call of two kookaburras at once! In captivity, the lyre bird has mimicked the sounds of drills, hammers, phones and camera shutters.

E-QUATIONS

Some values are in the right hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.

Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.

BIYWORD

Build it yourself using the clues and each of the twenty-four letters once only to form ten words: five across and five down. A key word (bold clue) builds on the letter set in the grid.

CLUES:

Child’s bed (3)

Contagious fear (5)

Dance step (3)

Frightening (5)

Hold within (7)

Layers (5)

Rags (7)

Snare (5)

That man’s (3)

Weep (3)

SOLUTIONS SUDOKU

QUICK THINK

Solve the crossword. Each answer has four letters.

Sport

Cup win for Suburbs

Gerard Walsh sports@thedailyjournal.ink

The Nikki Rigney coached Eastern Suburbs scored a 16-0 win against Macintyre in ladies league tag at Eastern Suburbs Oval on Saturday to win the Pioneer Cup.

The trophy was presented as both teams are in their first seasons in the Border Rugby League and will be played for when the two teams meet in Warwick for the first time each season.

Sam Burton and junior Ivy Mills shared the players’ player award for an Eastern Suburbs side which is equal second in the competition behind Tenterfield.

In the men’s grade, Suburbs won 44-18.

Winger Joel Ray won his

first players’ player award after improving dramatically this season.

Aaron Hinch and Matt Marshall each scored two tries and Marshall landed six goals.

Inglewood won both games against Stanthorpe, 26-8 in the men and 20-8 in the ladies.

Hamish Cole was the players’ player for Stanthorpe in the men’s game while Jaimi Ball was the best in the ladies.

Stanthorpe president Roger O’Brien said it was a great day of footy with games against Wattles in the juniors and Inglewood in the seniors.

“The senior games were two of the best of the season,” he said.

In men’s rugby league, Texas beat Tenterfield 32-16 while the unbeaten Tenterfield won the ladies 48.4.

YOUR GUIDE TO THE STARS 8th to 14th June

ARIES

21 Mar-20 Apr

You may find it harder to keep the peace at home or around loved ones. You will have to be very patient to avoid trouble. Many can expect some financial gain. Luck should be more evident and travel a bonus.

CANCER

22 Jun-22 Jul

A period of major change. It may be wiser to take it as it comes, instead of fighting against it, as it will get better in the long run. Most are on a lucky streak and money could be easier to come by.

LIBRA

24 Sep-23 Oct

Outdoor activities could bring pleasant surprises. Changes will be occurring during this period, which will all be better for the future. The domestic scene is also looking rather bright.

CAPRICORN

21 Dec-19 Jan

Some may be in for a promotion due to some inside information. There will be major changes in your life coming up. Many will have to try to be more tolerant of their fellow man.

TAURUS

21 Apr-20 May

In your love life rely upon your own intuition and everything should fall into place, although travel plans could be deferred or altered. Don’t boast about your conquests.

LEO

23 Jul-22 Aug

Luck could take you by surprise. An Aries could be a lucky partner to gamble with. Many may need to compromise to keep their lovers happy. Some will be making plans for long distance relationships.

SCORPIO

24 Oct-22 Nov

People with influence could be asking your advice on certain matters. This is therefore the time to try and achieve your goals in life.

AQUARIUS

20 Jan-19 Feb

People from the past may be seeking to make contact with you. A romantic affair is indicated, but there will be strings attached. Some legal documents will have to be signed.

GEMINI

21 May-21 Jun

This should be a good time to take a gamble on your future, a favourable time to get married, start a family or just enjoy quality time together. However, you may have to be patient around an Aquarius.

VIRGO

23 Aug-23 Sep

For most the opportunity to gain more stability in their love life. Friends in high places should be more approachable. A sudden trip away should prove to be very enjoyable.

SAGITTARIUS

23 Nov-20 Dec

New friends may improve your financial status. Also some travel is indicated and you will be able to mix business with pleasure. Someone from the past may come to trouble you.

PISCES

20 Feb-20 Mar

Best to follow your first impressions when making decisions. Take care when around strange people or places. On the work scene, someone may make you a very good offer.

The Eastern Suburbs ladies team won the Pioneer Cup against Macintyre in the BRL on Saturday June 3 in Warwick.

Photo Nikki Rigney.

The Drum 7:00 ABC News 7:30

7.30 (PG) 8:00 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond (M d,l,s) 8:50 Grand Designs New Zealand 9:35 One Plus One - The Elders (PG) 10:05 Art Works 10:35 ABC Late News

6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00

Movie: “The Perfect Girlfriend” (M) (’12)

Stars: Adrienne Frantz 2:00 Kochie’s Business Builders (PG) 2:30 Border Patrol (PG) 3:00 The Chase UK (PG)

4:00 Seven News At 4 5:00 The Chase Australia (PG) 6:00

2:00 Full House (PG) 2:30

MacGyver (PG) 3:30 Everybody Loves

Raymond (PG) 4:00 The Nanny (PG)

5:00 Bewitched 5:30 I Dream Of

Jeannie 6:00 That 70’s Show (PG) 7:00

Young Sheldon (PG) 7:30 Movie: “Fast & Furious 6” (M l,v) (’13) Stars: Vin

Diesel 10:00 Movie: “Smokey And The Bandit” (M v) (’77) Stars: Burt Reynolds

12:00 Britain’s Best Parent (PG)

12:00 Days Of Our Lives (PG) 12:55 The Young And The Restless (PG) 1:50 Bondi Vet (PG)

2:50 Antiques Roadshow 3:20 Movie:

“It’s All Happening (AKA ‘The Dream Maker’)” (G) (’63) Stars: Tommy Steele

5:30 Dr Quinn Medicine Woman (PG)

6:30 Antiques Roadshow 7:30 RBT (PG) 8:30 Paramedics (M) 9:30

Casualty 24/7 (M) 10:30 Tennis: Roland

Garros: Pre Show *Live* 11:00 Tennis: Roland Garros: Day 12 *Live*

5:00 Worldwatch 10:00 Inside Story (M l) 10:30 Most Expensivest (M l) 12:00 Jeopardy!

3:20

(’80)

Kirk Douglas 3:35 Movie: “Little Men” (PG) (’16) Stars: Greg Kinnear 5:10 Movie: “The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen” (PG) (’88) Stars: Pascale Ferran 7:30 Movie: “First Strike” (M v) (’96) Stars: Jackie Chan 9:35 Movie: “Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy” (PG) (’18) (In Cantonese/ English)

Cricket:

The Lunch Break

ICC World Test Championship: Australia v India: Day 3 *Live* From The Oval, London

ICC World Test

12:00 Family Law (M) 1:00

That 70’s Show (PG) 2:00

Full House (PG) 2:30 MacGyver (PG)

3:30 Everybody Loves Raymond (PG)

4:00 The Nanny (PG) 5:00 Bewitched

5:30 Transformers: Cyberverse (PG)

5:45 Movie: “Home” (PG) (’15) Stars: Jim Parsons 7:30 Movie: “Jurassic Park” (PG) (’93) Stars: Jeff Goldblum

10:00 Movie: “Law Abiding Citizen” (MA15+) (’10) Stars: Gerard Butler

12:10 Britain’s Best Parent (PG)

*Live*

AFL: Round 13: Western Bulldogs v Port Adelaide

10:30 Pointless (PG) 11:30

My Favourite Martian 12:00

Days Of Our Lives (PG) 12:55 The Young And The Restless (PG) 1:50

Explore 2:00 Bondi Vet (PG) 3:00

Antiques Roadshow 3:30 Movie: “Crooks In Cloisters” (G) (’64) Stars: Barbara Windsor 5:30 Dr Quinn

6:00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) 7:00 Becker (PG) 8:00 Seinfeld (PG) 9:30 The King Of Queens (PG) 10:30 Frasier (PG) 11:30 Becker (PG) 12:30 Seinfeld (PG) 3:00 The King Of Queens (PG) 4:00 Becker (PG) 6:00 Home Shopping 8:00 Australia By Design 8:30 Healthy Homes Australia 9:00 Reel Action (PG) 9:30 Jake And The Fatman (PG) 10:30 JAG (PG) 12:30 In The Dark (M s,v) 1:30 Bull (PG) 2:30 Jake And The Fatman (PG) 3:30 Diagnosis Murder (PG) 5:30 JAG (PG) 7:30 Bull (PG) 8:30 NCIS (M) 9:25 NCIS: Los Angeles (M) 10:20 Star Trek: Discovery (M) 11:15 48 Hours (M) 12:15 Home Shopping 2:15 Diagnosis Murder (PG)

5:00 Worldwatch 10:00 Inside Story (M l) 10:30

Expensivest (M l) 12:30 The Curse Of Oak Island (PG) 2:00 Locked Up In America (PG) 2:50 Cyberwar (PG) 3:20 BBC News At Ten 3:50 ABC World News Tonight 4:15 PBS Newshour 5:15 Only Connect 5:50 Forged In Fire (PG) 6:40 Jeopardy! 7:30 NITV News Update 7:35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Count-

down (M l,s) 8:30 Hoarders 9:20 Sex Actually With Alice Levine (MA15+)

2:00 Shortland Street (PG)

2:30 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw

(PG) 3:00 Molly Of Denali 3:25 Red Dirt Riders 4:00 Grace Beside Me (PG) 4:30

Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea 5:00 Our Stories 5:30 NITV News: Nula 6:00 Bamay 6:40 Land Of Primates (PG) 7:30 Duckrockers (PG)

8:00 Movie: “Aladdin” (PG) (’86) Stars: Bud Spencer 9:45 Movie: “Bio-Dome” (M) (’96) Stars: Pauly Shore

6:00 News Breakfast 9:00 ABC News Mornings 10:00 Home: The Story Of Earth 11:05 Australia Remastered: Nature’s Great Divide 12:00 ABC News At Noon 1:00 The Messenger (M l) 2:05 The Homes That Built Australia (PG) 3:00 Gardening Australia 4:00 Antiques Roadshow 5:00 Back Roads (PG) 5:30 Hard Quiz (PG) 6:00 The Drum 7:00 ABC News 7:30 Gardening Australia 8:30 Smother (M l) 9:25 Utopia (MA15+) 9:55 Mayfair Witches: Transference (M v) 10:40 Interview With The Vampire: Like Angels Put In Hell By God (MA15+) 11:25 ABC Late News 11:40 The Split (PG) 12:40 Harrow: Ab Initio (M v) 1:30 rage (MA15+) FRIDAY JUNE 9 Classifications �G� General �PG� Parental Guidance, �M� Mature Audiences, �MA15+� Mature Audience Over 15 Years �d� drug references �s� sexual references or sex scenes �h� horror �l� language, �mp� medical procedures �n� nudity �v� violence Programming information correct at time of going to press, changes are at the network�s discretion Prepared by National Typesetting Services 6:00 Sunrise 9:00 The Morning Show 11:30 Seven Morning News 12:00 Movie: “I Am Elizabeth Smart” (M v) (’17) Stars: Elizabeth Smart 2:00 House Of Wellness (PG) 3:00 The Chase UK (PG) 4:00 Seven News At 4 5:00 The Chase Australia (PG) 6:00 Seven News 7:00 Cricket: ICC World Test Championship: Australia v India: Day 3 *Live* From The Oval,

3:10 Get Blake! 3:35 The Drawing Show 4:00 The Beachbuds 4:30 Summer Memories 5:05 The Day My Butt Went Psycho! 5:25 Miraculous:

Tales Of Ladybug And Cat Noir 6:00 The PM’s Daughter (PG) 6:30 Operation Ouch! 7:05 Mythbusters (PG) 7:35 The Deep 8:00 Kung Fu Panda: Legends Of Awesomeness (PG) 8:20 Good Game Spawn Point 8:45 Voltron: Legendary Defender (PG) 9:30 Dragon Ball Super 10:20 Radiant (PG)

Town & CountryJournal

6:00 rage (PG) 7:00 Weekend Breakfast 9:00 rage (PG) 10:30 rage Guest Programmer (PG) 12:00 ABC News At

10

(M l,v) 10:45 Ragdoll (MA15+) 11:35 The Messenger (M l,s,v) 12:30 rage Guest Programmer (MA15+) 5:00 rage (MA15+) SATURDAY

12:30 Beyblade Burst

1:30 Pokemon: XYZ 2:00 Movie:

The Movie: I Choose You!”

(’17) Stars: Rica Matsumoto 4:00

Series Highlights 5:05 Go On

5:35 Movie: “The Croods” (PG)

(’13) Stars: Ryan Reynolds 7:30 Movie: “Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle” (PG) (’17) Stars: Dwayne Johnson 9:50

Movie: “Central Intelligence” (M) (’16)

TBA 1:30 AFL: Round 13: Hawthorn v Brisbane *Live* From The MCG 4:30

Border Security - Australia’s Front Line

(PG) 5:00 Seven News At 5 5:30 Creek

To Coast 6:00 Seven News 7:00

Cricket: Pre Game 7:30 Cricket: ICC

World Test Championship: Australia v India: Day 4 *Live* From The Oval, London 9:30 Cricket: The Lunch Break

10:10 Cricket: ICC World Test

Championship: Australia v India: Day 4

*Live* 12:10 Cricket: Tea Break 12:30

Cricket: ICC World Test Championship: Australia v India: Day 4 *Live* 3:00

Home Shopping 4:00 Get Arty 5:00 House Of Wellness (PG)

10:00 Helping Hands (PG)

10:30 My Favourite Martian

11:00 Edgar Wallace Mysteries (PG)

12:20 Movie: “Hue And Cry” (G) (’47)

Stars: Harry Fowler 2:00 SpeedSeries Highlights 5:00 Movie: “Attack On The

Iron Coast” (PG) (’68) Stars: Sue Lloyd

7:00 Rugby Union: Super Rugby

Pacific: Quarter Finals: Teams TBA

*Live* 9:30 Rugby Union: Post Match

9:45 Keeping Up Appearances (PG)

10:30 Tennis: Roland Garros: Pre Show

6:00 Getaway (PG) 6:30 A Current Affair (PG) 7:00 Weekend Today 10:00 Today

Extra - Saturday 12:00 Destination WA

12:30 The Pet Rescuers (PG) 1:00

Germany (PG) 10:15 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses (PG) 11:10 Medici: The Magnificent (MA15+) 4:20 Mastermind Australia (PG) 4:50 Destination Flavour Japan Bitesize

“Blueprint To The Heart” (PG) (’20) Stars: Laura Mitchell 2:45 Parental Guidance (PG) 4:30 The Garden Gurus 5:00 NINE News: First At Five 5:30 Getaway (PG) 6:00 NINE News Saturday 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) 7:30 Movie: “Harry Potter And The Half Blood Prince” (M h,v) (’09) Stars: Alan Rickman, Daniel Radcliffe 10:30 Movie: “Mortal Engines” (M) (’19) Stars: Hera Hilmar 12:50 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything (PG) 1:50 9Honey Hacks (PG) 2:00 Religious Programs 2:30 Home Shopping 5:30 Helping Hands 6:00 Reel Action 6:30 Religious Programs 7:00 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey 7:30 Escape Fishing With ET 8:00 Everyday Gourmet 8:30 What’s Up Down Under 9:00 Farm To Fork 9:30 Good Chef Bad Chef 10:00 Studio 10: Saturday 12:00 MasterChef Australia (PG) 1:10 My Market Kitchen 1:30 Buy To Build 2:00 4X4 Adventures 3:00 What’s Up Down Under 3:30 Good Chef Bad Chef 4:00 My Market Kitchen 4:30 Taste Of Australia 5:00 10 News First 6:00 Bondi Rescue (PG) 6:30 The Dog House Australia (PG) 8:30 Blue Bloods (M v) 9:30 CSI: Vegas (M v) 10:30 TBA 11:30 FBI: Most Wanted: Rangeland (M v) 12:30 Home Shopping 5:00 Religious Programs 5:00 Worldwatch 9:10 Growing A Greener World 10:10 Wonderful World Of Baby Animals (PG) 11:00 The World From Above (PG) 11:30 Travel Quest: Brazil: The Amazon 12:00 Worldwatch 2:00 Gymnastics: Artistic World Challenge Cup 4:30 Journey Through Albania (PG) 5:40 Weeks Of War (PG) 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 The Real Crown - Inside House Of Windsor: Threats (PG) 8:25 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors (PG) 9:20 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys:

5:00 Worldwatch 10:00 The Casketeers (PG) 12:00 The Curse Of Oak Island (PG) 1:30 Jeopardy! 4:00 BBC News At Ten 4:30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir 5:00 PBS News Hour 6:00 Monty Python’s Flying Circus (PG) 6:35 The Bee Whisperer (PG) 7:35 Impossible Engineering (PG) 8:30 Fighter Pilot (PG)

9:25 Cycling: Criterium Du Dauphine: Stage 7 *Live* 11:10 James Cameron’s Story Of Science Fiction (M)

1:10 Land Of Primates (PG) 2:00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo (PG) 3:00 Songlines On Screen 4:05 NAIDOC Award Winners

2022 4:30 The Whole Table (PG) 5:30

Power To The People (PG) 6:00 Pacific Island Food Revolution 6:50 NITV News

Update 7:00 The Last Land (PG) 7:30

Stay At Home (PG) 8:30 Alone Australia (M) 9:30 Movie: “Ghoulies” (M) (’84)

Stars: Peter Liapis 11:00 MilpirriWinds Of Change (PG) 12:00 Volumz

10:15 Movie: “The Skin Of Others” (M) (’19) Stars: Max Cullen 12:05 Movie: “Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy” (PG) (’18) Stars: Jin Zhang (In Cantonese/ English) 2:05

Movie: “The Adventures Of Baron Munchausen” (PG) (’88) Stars: Pascale

Ferran 4:25 Movie: “Toast” (PG) (’10)

Stars: Freddie Highmore 6:15 Movie: “Krull” (PG) (’83) Stars: Ken Marshall 8:30 Movie: “Fight Club” (MA15+) (’99)

5:00 Worldwatch 9:00 Cook Up With Adam Liaw Bitesize 9:05 Growing A Greener World (PG) 10:05 Wonderful World Of Baby Animals (PG) 11:00 Travel Quest 12:00 Worldwatch 1:00

Motorsport: Speedweek/ Ausmoto Show/ Motorcycles Superbike World Championship 4:10 The Sit In: Harry Belafonte (PG) 5:35 Weeks Of War (PG)

Australia (PG)

9:10 FBI: Hero’s Journey (M) 10:00 NCIS: Hawaii: The Game (M) 11:00 The Sunday Project (PG) 12:00 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS Mornings

9:00

House Of Wellness (PG) 11:00 Greatest Escapes To The Country 12:00 Escape To The Country 1:00 The Surgery Ship (PG) 2:00 South Aussie With Cosi (PG) 2:30 The Great Australian Doorstep (PG) 3:00 Secrets Of Beautiful Gardens

(M) 9:50 Pie In The Sky (PG) 12:00 Miranda (PG)

12:00 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens (PG) 12:30 Power Players

(PG) 1:00 Teen Titans Go! (PG) 1:30

Galavant (PG) 2:00 The Profit UK (PG)

3:00 Strangers Making Babies (PG)

4:00 Top Chef (PG) 5:00

Transformers:

Cyberverse (PG) 5:15 Movie:

“Penguins Of Madagascar” (G) (’14)

Stars: Tom McGrath 7:00 Movie: “Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix” (PG) (’07) Stars: Daniel Radcliffe 9:40

Movie: “Species II” (MA15+) (’98)

Lobster Men (PG) 6:00 Border Security

International (PG) 7:00 AFL: Round 13:

Carlton v Essendon *Live* From The MCG 10:10 AFL: Post Game

8:30 Religious Programs 9:00 Home Shopping 10:00

Sunday Footy Show (PG) 12:00

Getaway (PG) 12:30 Customs (PG) 1:00

Movie: “Second Fiddle” (G) (’57) Stars: Lisa Gastoni 2:30 Movie: “Last

Holiday” (G) (’50) Stars: Alec Guinness 4:30 Movie: “Kid Galahad” (PG) (’62)

Stars: Elvis Presley 6:30

M*A*S*H (PG)

8:30 TBA 10:30 Tennis: Roland Garros: Pre Show 11:00 Tennis: Roland Garros: Day 15: Men’s Final *Live* From Paris

6:30 SBS World News 7:30 The Kingdom (M) 8:55 Acropolis - The Ancient Builders (PG) (In English/ Greek) 9:55 Patagonia: The Far South (PG) 10:40 A Shot In A Starry Night: Van Gogh Case (M) 11:40 Secrets Of Playboy (MA15+) 3:00 World’s Biggest Murder Trial: Nazis Of Nuremberg (M) (In English/ German)

6:05 Viv’s Silly Mango (PG) 6:30 A Kind Of Spark 6:55 The Wonderful World Of Kittens 7:40 The Deep 8:05 Kung Fu Panda: Legends Of Awesomeness 8:25

Dogstar 8:50 Hank Zipzer 9:15 Find Me In Paris 9:40 Crazy Fun Park (PG) 10:10 rage (PG)

Friends (PG) 12:00 Home Shopping 1:30 Movie: “The Secret: Dare To Dream” (M l) (’20) Stars: Katie Holmes 3:30 A Million Little Things (M) 4:30 Home Shopping 6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 Religious Programs (PG) 8:00 Exploring Off The Grid (PG) 9:00 Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures 10:00 Escape Fishing With ET 11:00 Luxury Escapes 12:00 JAG (PG) 2:00 Camper Deals 2:30 Reel Action 3:30 All 4 Adventure 4:30 What’s Up Down Under 5:00 I Fish 5:30 JAG (PG) 7:30 NCIS (M v) 10:20 Movie: “In Like Flynn” (MA15+) (’18) Stars: Thomas Cocquerel 12:20 Seal Team (M) 2:35 Operation Ouch! 3:35 Odd Squad 4:00 Camp Lakebottom 4:30 Hanazuki: Full Of Treasures 4:55 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Cat Noir (PG) 5:20 Mustangs FC

5:00 Worldwatch 9:30 Small Business Secrets 10:00 Most Expensivest (M d,l) 12:00 The Curse Of Oak Island (PG) 1:30 Jeopardy! 2:45 ABC World News

Tonight With David Muir 3:15

Mastermind Australia (PG) 6:45 The Engineering That Built The World (PG)

7:35 Abandoned Engineering (PG) 8:30

The Billionaires Who Made Our World (PG) 9:25 Cycling: Criterium Du Dauphine: Stage 8 *Live*

12:30 Football: First Nations

Indigenous Football Cup: Men’s Round 3: SA All-Stars v Jummalungs 1:55 Rugby Union: Ella 7s

2:20 AFL: NTFL: Women’s Under 18s

3:45 AFL: Men’s Under 18s 5:00 The South Sydney Story (PG) 5:35 Bamay

6:15 NITV News Update 6:25 Wild New Zealand (PG) 7:25 Resistance In A

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Golfing greats in Warwick

Michelle Wright

Contributed

On Wednesday May 31, we played the hotly contested Single Stableford sponsored by our good supporters The Cherry Tree Coffee and Dining. Taking line honours was the ever consistent Jill Barnes. Jill returned a score of 42 fantastic points, which no doubt will shoot her up the shootout board.

Not far behind was Trish Bell, with 39 points. Very handy for the shoot out board as well Trish. Trish has been playing good golf lately, and unlucky enough to be runner up on two separate occasions lately, when her scores have been excellent, and on any other day would be good enough to win. Keep up the great work Trish.

Jill and Trish both received vouchers from the Cherry Tree coffee and dining, and no doubt will make very good use of them. The rundown went to Di Johnston, with 38, Anne Lyons 36, Janine Stewart 35, Yvonne Pinington 34, Narelle Norris 33 CB, and Judy Lester 33. The pro pin was shared amongst Anna Cox, Trish Bell, Anne Lyons and Narelle Norris. The rest of the field followed like this:- Vicki Bennett 32, Lois Wilson 31 CB, Melanie McLennan 31 CB, Anna cox 31 CB,

Dianne Evans 31, Jan Aspinall 30, Lyn McKillop 29 CB, Ellie Casey 29, Majella Kahler 27 CB, Wendy Rhea 27. Kath Devereux 25, Sharron Cooper 23 CB, Dian Macdonald 23.

On Saturday June 3 we played the June Monthly Medal, kindly sponsored by our Resident caterers, Birdie Bistro and Bar. Gwen Mills is getting the hang of those new clubs of hers, to take out the Division 1 prize for the day, with a great 73nett. Runner up was Molly Scotney with 75. Division 1 results followed like this- Majella Kahler 77, Anne Lyons 78, Narelle Norris 79 CB, Kath Devereux 79, Di Johnston 81, Jill Barnes 83, Janine Stewart 84, Suzanne Carey (Pacific golf club) 94.

Michelle Wright managed to find some form after some time, to take out Division 2 with 71 nett. Happy with her game, even without the win. Helen Olsen was hot on her heels with 72 nett.

Yvonne Pinington 73, Tub Ingall 75, Wendy rhea 76, Lois Wilson 78, Sharron cooper 79, Trish Bell 81, Dianne Evans 87, Carole Brandon 93 CB, Jan Aspinall 93. Pins for the day were Division 1 front 9 Anne Lyons, and back 9 Molly Scotney. Division 2 pin for the front 9 was Sharron Cooper, and the back 9 was Yvonne Pinington. The pro pin was shared amongst Majella Kahler, Sharron Cooper, Di Johnston, and Janine Stewart. Sharron Cooper secured her-

self the best front 9 score, while Gwen Mills took out the Division 1 putting with 30 putts, and Sharron Cooper the division 2 putting with 28 putts.

On Saturday June 10 we will be competing in a 9/18 hole Single Stableford with the trophy generously sponsored by Melanie from Style Shoes. Thankyou Melanie, for your continued support of Women’s golf in Warwick.

Wednesday June 14 will be a single Stableford sponsored by Lara Farrell. Thank you Lara, you have been a long time sponsor of our game, we thank you very much.

On Wednesday June 7 we had a contingent of ladies travel to Dalby for their annual Open Day.

Another upcoming event is the Toowoomba Open day on Thursday June 15, and if you are planning on travelling to this one, please make sure you name is down, and you have organised your travel with the other golfers going.

Saturday June 17, will be the President's Foursomes qualifying round. So If you haven’t organised yourself a playing partner, find someone you can shake hands with on the 1st hole, and share that little white ball hit for hit all the way around 18 holes of foursomes. Sunday June 25 will be the quarter finals, and the semi’s and final will be held the following weekend.

Winner Jill Barnes (left) & runner-up Trish Bell in The Cherry Tree Coffee & Dining Red Marker single Stableford, recently. Photo supplied.

Glyn Rees editor@thedailyjournal.ink

Adominant performance that saw the ‘Stillwater Pastoral Company’ Wattles Warriors A graders post a 44 –20 win over the Highfields Eagles at a chilly bleak Platz Oval yesterday has lifted them into the Hutchinson Builders first grade premiership ladder’s top four.

Wattles forward pack paved the way to victory built on a 12 – 4 half time lead, that resulted in the home side running in eight tries to four.

The loss of five-eight Tom Morris pre-kick off caused a shuffle in the green and gold line up, and also allowed capable reserve grade forward Will Manley his first top grade run this season.

Front-rower Jacob Leach and Jordan Crocker led the band of Wattles’ enforcers that eventually overwhelmed the Eagles.

Leach was a force to be reckoned with against his former club, with fellow former Eagle Jacob Mouatt coming off the

bench to make his presence felt.

Top team five-eight Nick Van Der Poel was another of many to shine collecting a try double for his efforts.

Highfields winger Tom Ramsay showed plenty of sizzling pace to reel in two tries for his team, the young winger in action on the Platz Oval turf that saw his father, Wattles legend and former premiership winner Vince Ramsay, exciting crowds a couple of decades back.

While both teams toughed out the initial twenty minutes striving to achieve an advantage, it was Ramsay that crossed for first points as a result of a sixty-metre dash down the grandstand touchline to see the Eagles ahead 4 – 0.

The Warriors struck back soon after with a touchdown through quicksilver centre Austin Jennings, the result of a classy combination with outside back Jake Meddleton.

As rain drops fell, but only briefly, Nick Van Der Poel claimed his first try with half time six minutes away to allow Wattles their 12 – 4 lead at the break.

The Eagles opened the scoring in the second stanza in just the first minute of play through Shannon Elara to trail on the scoreboard 10 – 12, but three unanswered tries in seven minutes saw Wattles assume control of the game.

While hooker Zac Stevens, centre Lachlan Henry and winger Nick Morris claimed the vital touchdowns, Highfields struck

back midway through the stanza through Ramsay and Carl Clement to stay in contention trailing 20 – 26.

It was the Warriors though that shut the game out with four-pointers to fullback Matthew Christensen, Van Der Poel and player of the match Jordan Crocker who scored in the final minute after impressive lead up by Christensen.

Wattles travel to Oakey next weekend focused on another winning result at Trevor Mickleborough Oval and hopefully further advancement on the premiership ladder.

Wattles 44 (Nick Van Der Poel 2, Matt Christensen, Austin Jennings, Lachlan Henry, Zach Stevens, Nick Morris, Jordan Crocker tries Brayden Paix 6 goals) defeated Highfields 20 (Tom Ramsay 2, Carl Clement, Shannon Elara tries Reilly Land 2 goals)

‘Tony Morris Tiling Reserve Grade

Wattles 36 (Braydon Wilson 2, Joe Willett, Tim Hentschel, Jack Duggan, Jordan Henry, Tom Henry, Daniel Rub tries; Jordan Henry 2 goals) d. Highfields 4 (Wapu Elara try).

‘Black Toyota, Warwick’ Under 19 Highfields 20 (Mac Flegler 2, Riley Wockner, Diesel Bergsma tries; Harry Eyers 2 goals) defeated Wattles 10 (Aiden Suhan, Lachlan Hearn tries; Koby De Luca goal).

Crocker shines as Wattles overpower Eagles Stanthorpe golf scores

Aaron Simmers

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The first competition of the month of June, Saturday 3, was a stroke event, the monthly medal and putting competition for Stanthorpe golfers. The day was sponsored by Andersens of Stanthorpe and thanks to Gary Kirby for putting on the prizes of the day. Being officially winter, the day turned out to be very mild and warm, so good playing conditions. The winners of the men’s and ladies events also qualify for the Medal of Medallist later in the year.

A good round from Mark

Baker put him back in the winners after he returned a nett 69, best of the day. His round was very consistent, 44 for the front nine and back with 46 for the day. Runner up for the men went to Angelo Maugeri who put together a good round of nett 70. One mishit was very costly for his final result, but he was happy with his round after some ordinary scores of late.

Rounding out the men’s section, Ivan Juriss had the least putts, 25 for the round and Scott Constable and Brendon Barker both recorded 78, best gross for the day.

In the ladies event, Lyn Ludlow came out on top with a nett 73. Two consistent nine

holes where 49 scored on each side. The strength of her round was her putting, 12 on the front nine and 14 on the back nine for 26 which was the best for the ladies. Runner up was Mei Bell with a score of nett 75.

Lisa Stuart had the best gross score for the ladies, 93 for the round.

Ladies pin shots won by Lorraine Evans at 12 and Lisa Stuart at 17. Again, no-takers at the third hole. In the run down, Lisa Stuart, Margie Locke and Filomena Silver featured in the run down.

Men’s pin shots went to Hamish Adam at 3, Brad Silver at 12 and Gary Kirby at 17. Propins claimed by Terry Johnson

Warwick Sporters Golf

Garry Hanson

Contributed

The weather continues to be good as 62 players teed off in last Wednesday's (31/5) stabledord game.

Wayne Walters came out on top with 39 points closely followed by Kel Lucas and Peter Balfour on 38 points, Kel took second spot on a countback thus relegating Pete to a ball in the run down.

Other ball recipients in the run down were Greg Carey,

Peter Wright and Jon Pearson on 37 points. Keith Clarke, Trevor King and Mark Simmonds on 36 poinjts.

A countdown was needed to finish off the rundown on 35 points and Greg Wallace and Herb Bownds took the final two spots.

(Allora) at 1/10, Danny Folkers at 6/14 and Jarrod Irwin at 9/18. The birdies nest at the par 5 thirteenth hole was shared, with Alan Kerr and Jasn Bacon being successful.

The Men’s run down went to nett 72 with Greg Fraser, Jarrod

Irwin and Terry Johnson each collecting a voucher.

Next Saturday’s event is a single stableford sponsored by club members, Keith Jones and Helen Jones. Time sheet for the day is on the board at the club.

Our resident Professional aptly took the honours on the Pro Pin 13th collecting $30, Greg Wallace $20 and Don Stewart $10.

Nearest the pins were A Skinner 5th, Greg Wallace 7th, Ron Simon 9th, Jesse Ollerton 11th and Ron Cruice 16th.

I will leave you with this truism: "If there is a ball on the fringe and one in the bunker yours is in the bunker. If both balls are in the bunker, yours is in the footprint."

Wattles’ backs Michael Duggan and Braydon Wilson pursue a Highfields opponent in Sundays reserve grade match at Clifton (courtesy Bonnie W Images).

Ladies' winner Lyn Ludlow with sponsor Gary Kirby.

Ladies' runner up Mei Bell with Gary Kirby. Photos supplied.

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Sport Stanthorpe Bowls Club notes to June 4

Len Girgenti

Contributed

Wednesday (31/5) Social Bowls saw two games of pairs and one Club Triples championship game take place. In game one, Dot Rankin and Toby Robinson had a 17 shot to 15 shot victory over Margaret Harvey and Wendy Hurnall. On the adjacent rink, Barry Murphy and Brian Brown had a

run-away victory over Ray Weavers and Greg Hammond 24 shots to six.

In ideal sunny conditions on Saturday June 3, one game of Triples and one game of Pairs were played. Helen Jones, Barry Murphy and Rocky Thompson defeated Amanda Jeffs, Dot Rankin and Greg Hammond 16 shots to eleven and on the other rink, Toby Robinson and Len Girgenti had a convincing win over Tammy Robinson and Brian Brown 22 shots to eleven

In the final game of the round robin Club Triples, Tammy Robinson, Len

Girgenti (sub) and David Rose had a narrow 12 shots to 11 shot victory over Robyn Rose, Rocky Thompson and Gary Trevena after scores were locked at 11 all coming into the last end.

Congratulations to David Rose and his team who were the eventual winners of this year competition having won all their games in the event.

The Club Fours championship for this year will be held on Saturday June 10 commencing at 9.30am.

This coming Wednesday, June 7, our inaugural Inter Club “Stanthorpe Turkey

Triples” competition will take place. Cost is $15 per player and includes two game of bowls and a light lunch. There will be cash prizes for winners and runners up and the bar will be operating. Anyone wishing to take part in the event can contact Gary Trevena on 0421 949 262.

Our on green sponsor for this week is the friendly team from A.B.W. Graphic Design. Our club would like to thank them for their ongoing and valued support.

Cowboys fight back for good win

Gerard Walsh sports@thedailyjournal.ink

The Warwick Cowboys fought back from an 18-6 deficit in the first half to beat Pittsworth 34-24 at Father Ranger Oval in TRL A grade on Saturday night, June 3.

Down originally to play fullback, Jack Speed ended up on the wing to score three tries and win the award for best back.

The Cowboys scored first after a 60-metre move with halfback Mitch Wilson scoring in the corner.

Left foot kicker Morgan Byrne converted for a 6-0 lead before Pittsworth scored three converted tries.

Warwick dominated the final 15 minutes of the first half and scored one try when Pittsworth fumbled a kick and Harry Sullivan scored and another when Byrne touched down after a short Wilson kick.

The best Warwick try of the game was when Wilson threw a 20m pass for Speed to score in the corner.

The home team led early in the second half before Pittsworth scored after two penalties close to the Warwick line.

With the score 24-all with 10 minutes to go, Pittsworth was pressing the Warwick line before Speed ran 90m to score after an intercept.

For the final eight minutes of the game, Warwick had a player in the sin bin but Speed scored the last try as the Cowboys outstretched the Pittsworth defence in the north-west corner.

Speed said it was unreal to score the last try with the crowd in the bar area right behind him.

“It was great the way the boys pulled together, the win was very important for our season,” he said.

As for his views on the best Warwick player, Speed nominated centre Joe Fuimaono and half Mitch Wilson.

“Mitch was everywhere, you could

count on him to be there when needed,” Speed said.

Wilson was players’ player and Byron Creighton best forward.

In reserve grade, Warwick led 16-4 at halftime before Pittsworth fought back to level the scores.

A scrum was set 20 seconds from fulltime, Gatton won the ball, kicked short, Warwick regathered and from the ensuing play, half Dylan Lippi scored wide out for a 20-16 win.

“It was a gutsy win,” coach Sam Williamson said.

“Dylan was our best, he never stopped all day.

“Tom Bell played well in his first game back from a long break with an ankle injury, it looked like he had never been out.”

In the under-19 game, Warwick won 16-10 after tries to Jamaine Smith, Lachlan Collins and Codie Johnson and two goals to Smith.

Warwick is away to Gatton on Sunday (June 10).

Future Warwick bowling

Contributed

On Saturday, June 3 there were two Rinks of the semi-final of Self Selected Triples and one of Social Bowls. Result of S.S. Triples: Ray Southee, John Ruhle and Max Holder def. Peter Guy, Jim

Rickard and Russell Bean 29-11. Russell’s team fought hard but their opposition, skipped by Max Holder, proved too strong for them - congratulations to Ray, John and Max. Pamela Kerr, Brian Black and Craig Thurgate def. Trish Owens, Phil Wagner and Trevor Wright 20-17. This was a very close match with Craig’s team leading 10-6 on the 11th End. Then following Afternoon

Tea Trevor’s team gained the Lead and led by 17-14 going into the final End. But Craig’s team knuckled down and won 6 shots on the 21st End winning 29-17. Cong ratulations to Pam, Brian and Craig. Result of Social Bowls: Michael Dungey and Bryan Wright def. Nat Kumseewad and Ken Hayes 22-8.

Coming events for June: Sat. 10th: Social and Final of Self

Selected Triples. Call-up for the Final is Ray Southee, John Ruhle and Max Holder vers Pamela Kerr, Brian Black and Craig Thurgate; Wed. 14th: Jackpot Pairs Bowls - Jackpot stands at $150 and will be drawn until it is won - remember you have to be in it to win it. Sat 17th: Social Bowls; Sunday 18th: Erve Fordyce Memorial afternooneveryone is very welcome - let’s make it a special day in memo-

ry’s of Erve who loved his bowls. Wed. 21st: KFC sponsored bowls; Sat. 24th: Social and Competition; 27th: Social. The Warwick Bowls Club is the ideal venue for all types of functions, and is situated in beautiful Leslie Park and opposite the Warwick Police Station. If you are planning a function, phone Craig on 0412 661 924 or Trevor on 0417 006 745 and they will assist with bookings.

Redbacks lose to Tigers

It was a disappointing day at the office for the Warwick Gardens Galore Redbacks, outplayed by an impressive Toowoomba Tigers at Rockville Oval 18.12.120 to 4.6.30.

The Tigers were first to score, pouncing on the ground ball inside 50 and converting.

The Redbacks managed just two behinds for the first quarter to the Tigers three goals, five behinds. The second quarter

looked like more of an arm wrestle, the Tigers booted another three goals, two behinds and the Redbacks looked like they were starting to put some decent patches of footy together creating three gettable opportunities at goal, but failing to convert and heading into the halftime break goalless.

New Tigers recruit Logo was a key player for the Tigers dominating in the first half with his big body and elite running proving a headache for the Redbacks coaching staff. Andrew politch was tasked with the job on Logo from halftime and the veteran

proved he’s still got it, severely reducing Logo’s impact.

The third quarter was a goalfest with Redbacks booting four goals in quick succession to give themselves a sniff, but the Tigers rallied and slammed on six of their own to take a 52-point lead into the final break.

The Tigers kicked away in the last with another six goals to the Redbacks solitary point, stretching the margin to a whopping 90 points. Tigers full forward Drummond snagged five goals and was assisted by an outstanding midfield game by Townson

who kicked three of his own. There were some solid patches of play for the Redbacks throughout the day, Jack Drewery had his best game of the year playing in the ruck, Andrew Politch played his role expertly, young Cody Laidlaw tackled ferociously and Vince White put his body on the line in one of the biggest collisions of the year.

The Redbacks host Uni at Warwick Credit Union Oval on Saturday, (June 10) at 2.30pm Senior Training - Tuesday and Thursday 6pm, come down for a

run, all players welcome, new and old.

Goals

Clarkson 2

Lowney 1

Platz 1

Tyhe Clarkson Contributed

Trish Owens

Winger Jake Speed scored three tries in the Cowboys win against Pittsworth. Photo Gerard Walsh.