Town & Country Journal, Week #86 - August 25, 2022

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RAREST BUTTERFLY IN AUSTRALIA

IN LEYBURN ROAD RESERVES Elizabeth Voneiff editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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eyburn is one of only two places on earth to provide a home for a rare and unusual butterfly. The 50-yearold discovery in the Southern Downs has finally made news in the world of Australian fauna and flora.

A scientific team, including

entomologist Dr Don Sands, originally discovered the rare Bulloak jewel butterfly in the 1960s near Millmerran and nearby Leyburn in 1969. While the scientists gave it a formal identity and description, the CSIRO only recently released the details of this and 135 other new species of animals and plants found in Australia.

Today, Dr Sands is working on

behalf of the Queensland Department of Main Roads and Transport in butterfly research.

Ecologist Matthew Head explained to the Country Journal.

"The butterfly is known to occur at two locations, just outside of Leyburn and near Goondiwindi at Bendidee National Park and in the adjoining Bendidee State Forest.

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Old pink is the new black

idays past. To add a further layer to the authenticity, some van owners wore vintage styles that matched their vans circa.

Sandi Cray is the Coordinator of the Vintage Van Display at the sprints and...

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“We are delighted that our Fashion Parade can be held this year and we look forward to viewing fashions from Classic Dimensions and Coopers Menswear,” said a spokesperson.

Admission is $15.00 and that includes afternoon tea and lucky door prize.

There will be a multi draw raffle on the day.

To avoid disappointment please contact Elaine Stewart on 0448 139 409 to secure your ticket/s before Monday, 12th September.

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“The Friends” look forward to welcoming you on 16th September to view the spring fashions from Classic Dimensions and Coopers Menswear.”

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Tribute - Gwenda Mary Jamieson (Gwen) and Cecil John Jamieson (Cec)

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wen was born on 3rd July 1930 in Brisbane to parents Mathilda Caroline (nee Donaldson) and Cleveland Harold Ferguson. She passed away 15th June 2022.

Cec was born on 5th April, 1929, to Linda (nee Ledingham) and William John Jamieson and passed away on 17th June 2022 They had contrasting upbringings with Gwen growing up in Brisbane with one older brother and Cec with six siblings being raised on the property “Cynthia Downs” approximately halfway between St George and Bollon.

Gwen worked in administration at the Courier Mail and specialist surgeries on Wickham Terrace.

They met through mutual friends whilst Cec was living and working in Brisbane for Dalgety’s and they were married in November 1952.

Cec and Gwen returned to “Cynthia Downs”, having no electricity, bar for generated

32-volt power (using a crank started engine) and despite the isolation, made the most of social activities - taking up tennis

at Boolba and Gwen becoming a lifelong member of the CWA. Even though the land was a lot of hard work and tough

times abounded, they enjoyed many happy times with their extended families and friends.

Moving to “Lake Haven” Killarney in 1967 with three children – Sheryl aged 12, Robyn aged six and Ian aged two brought a new group of neighbours, friends and various community activities.

Cec and Gwen made wide associations and friendships via their work, community and political activities. Gwen – CWA, Choir and her work at the Killarney State School. Jointly, they committed time to the National Party, Killarney Show Society and the Uniting Church.

For Cec, he was a founding member of the Killarney Lions Club plus the Chairman of Glengallan Shire for over 15 years – which led to commitments to the Saleyards Board and SWQEB, a particular passion of his – expanding the provision of electricity to...

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Tribute - Gwenda Mary Jamieson (Gwen) and Cecil John Jamieson (Cec) ...from previous page western and remote areas and given his own life experience, fully understanding the benefits of living in a powered home.

Over the years they certainly experienced the ups and downs of politics – Gwen and Cec saw the value of having a say via the

political process – thus their association with originally the Country Party – now the LNP. Their teamwork was a real strength – Gwen was insightful, and able to assess situations very quickly to understand potential underlying issues and Cec was very resourceful and pragmatic in his approach to problems.

With Gwen’s support, Cec contested the newly created federal seat of Rankin in 1984, which encompassed the Warwick region running down into Ipswich urban areas only going down by a handful of votes after preferences.

Although the land and politics delivered their fair share of natural disasters, collapsed commodity prices and difficult times, they would readily say these have been far out-

weighed by the very good times, good luck and wonderful relatives and friends and family.

Throughout their almost 70 years together, they always displayed their optimism for the future and were grateful for the lives they had led and the upbringing they were able to provide.

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Whilst it is very sad to see them go, we can rest easy that they found fulfillment and happiness in their lives.

COLUMN CENTIMETRES with Olav Muurlink “If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?” is a common thought experiment, the idea being that no matter how we attempt to prove that it DID make a sound, we always end up adding ears to the equation. If a politician makes an announcement and there is no journalist around to hear it, what happens then? In October 2021, deputy PM and minister for state development Steven Miles was in Toowoomba for the first pour of concrete at the Wellcamp quarantine facility, the first pour in front of journalists at least, but the concrete has hardened and turned into the political equivalent of concrete boots. And the government is proving to be not very nimble at dancing its way out of the problem; these boots, to paraphrase Nancy Sinatra, were not made for dancing.

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Area hit by youth crime Leonie Fuge editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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outh crime rates have spiked in parts of the Southern Downs over the previous 12 months fuelled by rental hikes in the Brisbane region.

Acting Inspector Jamie Deacon from Warwick Police Station told the Daily Journal that city rents have increased and caused families in lower socio-economic conditions to move to regional areas.

"With population growth, we get those who are good for the town and also the undesirables.

It's much cheaper rent in Warwick compared to Logan and Ipswich."

Though a challenged population moving to town has impacted youth crime rates, the inspector said it does not explain everything.

"Warwick is an easily locatable town and offending comes from all angles. It comes from other areas and from close by."

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"A large volume of crime is committed by a small volume of youth," he reported.

“A large volume of crime is committed by a small volume of youth...”

Toowoomba, Brisbane and across the border were some of the locations the inspector mentioned saying, "youth often have some sort of link to the area, whether family or friends."

Local youth are also involved in criminal activities.

Though a rise in youth crime might signal more youth are engaged in criminal behaviours, Acting Inspector Deacon, said

Acting Sergeant Slater from Warwick Police Station confirmed that locally, "around eight juveniles would commit most of the offending."

The type of crimes committed by juveniles around Warwick include stealing vehicles and unlawful use of motor vehicles, breaking into houses to steal car keys and shoplifting.

Warwick is not alone with a high

prevalence of youth crime and is joined by Goondiwindi however, it is our closest inland city that is most affected.

"Many think Townsville has the highest youth crime rate, it doesn't.

Toowoomba has the worst in Australia," said Inspector Deacon.

In a proactive approach, the Queensland government announced in June that twenty-nine new police officers will be posted to tackle the growing youth crime in the Darling Downs Police District - which is inclusive of the Southern Downs.

Acting Sergeant Cameron Slatter said he has yet to hear if Warwick will gain extra police support as "they are still working out where they (the officers) are going to go."

Old pink is the new black

Continued from page 1 dressed in a bright 50's frock told the Daily Journal that "there were some very special vans that were worth the look."

Sandi said the Vintage Van competition traditionally has around 28 on display, but this year only 16, making it the vintage cream of the touring crop.

Though Sandi no longer enters the competition after winning a satisfying number of awards, her 1959 refurbished van was on display - and a big hit with visitors.

Sandi and her husband Bob rescued and refurbished their Queensland-built vintage van named 'Dulcie' in 2016.

"Dulcie is ugly compared to some of the other vans on display, but she is special," said Sandi pointing out the boxed frontage and fancy decorative iron trims.

"The aerodynamics are atrocious, it just not built for wind," said Bob who had kept the refurbishment as authentically perfect as possible, including reviving the original floor tiles.

"Each one was carefully removed, numbered and cleaned before being replaced in position," he said.

"I was just going to clean her up but Bob said it was special and needed to be done properly, he even embraced the pink cupboards," said Sandi, thankful that their hard work has paid off with

a vintage award-winning caravan.

The couple purchased Dulcie from the original owner who had done little to the van in its 57 years.

"After the owner's husband died, the van was housed in a garage and remained untouched.

It was kept as purchased, from the original pink to the original fridge," said Sandi.

But before that time the van had done some serious mid-century travelling around Queensland. "We found a journey notebook; the van did a lot of travel. One trip they headed up north and did Cairns for the summer."

It is difficult to imagine the condition of the roads back then, but the couple commented on the strength of the van's chassis that has kept it in good stead for half a century.

Preserving history in this throwaway society is the main reason the couple embarked on the five-month renovation of the van. They are also grateful they have found themselves in "a group of great people" who share the same vintage values.

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Double the design awards

Leonie Fuge editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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outhern Downs award winning building designer, Ian Darnell (nspire planning), continues to do the region proud by taking out another two regional design awards. One award was for a church conversion design in Yangan and the second for a new build design in Stanthorpe.

The Design Award recognises excellence in regional building design and are an addition to Ian's growing achievements. It was only last year that Ian won the Heritage Award for his design converting Stanthorpe's heritage-listed Old Ambulance building into a medical surgery.

Though Ian, who has been designing buildings since 1969, has won a multitude of regional and state awards over the years, he downplayed the recent recognition of his work saying, "To be honest there was not much competition."

Ian's award-winning church conversion design transformed Yangan's heritage-listed St Peters

Anglican Church into a home giving the building a wow factor.

"The owner's brief was to keep with the style of the church, and make use of existing materials," said Ian. "They did it and it looks amazing."

The church owners repurposed a lot of materials to maintain authenticity, whilst reinventing the internals of the building by adding a mezzanine floor.

Ian works in 3D and can visualize the project before comple-

tion, however, upon seeing the end result Ian said it had a "wow factor" and was "quite uplifting to visit."

The building has incorporated the pulpit and altar areas into the design, opening up new spaces.

"They left the pulpit in the same place but opened up the rest of it into a dining room.

The stained-glass windows have become more visible. The rail that was originally around the altar area now runs around the mezzanine floor. The rail was architecturally designed to match the geometric shapes of the windows."

Currently, more than the owners can appreciate the building as it is operating as a B&B. Though time will run out for a stay in the converted church as Ian said the owners will move into the premises in the future, which was their original plan.

Ian's second regional excellence in design award was for a new build under $350,000. The house design was the request of a recently retired woman and is

situated in Stanthorpe.

"It has a couple of features that are different," said the designer.

"The cantilevered cover over the front entry allows the narrow frontage of the cul-dsac to fit in with the garage."

Internally the home offers freedom from inside to outside with an alfresco area and lots of glass connecting the spaces under a high ceiling.

With his prestigious award-winning career, many wonder if Ian is a city dweller, but Ian assured the Daily Journal that he has been living on the Southern Downs since 1987, and from his regional base continues to design homes that are built locally and throughout Queensland.

In 2005 Ian took out a national design award for his unique design of Wickham's headquarters in Warwick.

"The Wickam's guys were excited, it looks like a truck," said Ian. "Some of the guys travelled to Tasmania for the conference based on speculation it would win."

Ian said that many of his awards are for local designs and though he finds new house designs interesting, the challenge of heritage-listed building renovations is far more challenging and he enjoys meeting the needs of the heritage listing regulations whilst incorporating the varying needs of clients.

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Talking with QoVax Leonie Fuge editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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fter two and a half years of COVID-19, what does life with this virus really look like in our community, and how effective is COVID19 vaccine immunity compared to natural viral immunity? These questions and more are being investigated in a Queensland Government statewide study and Southern Downers are invited to participate.

The Queensland COVID-19 Vaccination Safety and Efficacy Trial Statewide Study (QoVAX) will explore why and how different people respond to the vaccines and the virus that causes COVID-19.

The research will also look into adverse vaccine effects, who is most likely to experience long covid in the community, and the health outcomes of COVID-19 on the vaccinated and unvaccinated over a shorter one-year period and a longer term of five

years.

This information will help governments, health services and communities make decisions about the ongoing responses to COVID-19 and COVID19 vaccines in individuals and communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

On Wednesday a QoVax Community Day was held at the Warwick Redback Club house

for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to find out more about the QoVAX study and meet the team.

Kids activities with former NRL player Ashely Taylor were a hit and a variety of people came to find out more.

Colleen Crummy attended the session and signed up for the study.

"I think this is a good thing and I got lots more information

on what it is," she said.

A researcher from the QoVax study was on hand to answer any questions and said the QoVax Community Day aimed to offer the opportunity for all to participate in the study and build relationships and trust with communities that may be cautious.

This QoVax Community Day was hosted in partnership with Carbal Medical Services, Darling Downs Health Service, and the QoVAX study team at Metro North Health.

People over the age of 18 who have had a COVID-19 vaccine in the past 12 months or have not had any COVID-19 vaccines might be eligible to take part in this study.

To find out more about the study email QoVAX-Statewide@ health.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3647 1053 or 0460 007 977.

Photo shows the QoVax Community Day team from Carbal Medical Services, Darling Downs Health Service.

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Winners and grinners Staff reports editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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he results of the Rosehill Sandstone Killarney Rodeo are in and the Country Journal is pleased to congratulate the winners, placers and participants.

The top scoring bull ride went to Lleyton Browne, followed by Clay Hall and Robbie Lynch.

The saddle ride winner was Kielan Cox, followed by Jarrod Hall. The steer wrestling prize went to Lachlan O'Neill fallowed by Marcus Jones, Blake Weier and Clay Hall. Well done, fellows.

The popular rope and tie event went to Mitch Eastwell followed by Mark Knox, Thomas Whitwell and Dylan Corbet. The team roping event was won by Michael Boyce and Willem Boyce; second for Trevor Ross and Blake Weier; third to Darren Livingstone and Scott Fuller; fourth spot to Thomas Whitwell and Steve Augustin.

The barrel racing saw Kate Patch take the prize followed by Ashleigh Augustin, Cheyenne Whitwell and Shellie Miller.

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The National Rodeo Association results were also hard earned on the day. For breakaway roping, Jessica Dubbelman took the first spot followed by Nicole Cavanagh, Chantelle Heeb and Rachele Jackson.

Novice bull ride was won by Cody Groves with second place going to Jace Stripp.

The under 18 junior barrel race was won by Miley Hart, second place to Abby Hingst, third to Kate Batts and fourth to Hayley McCormack.

The under 18 junior breakaway roping was won by Cody Cavanagh followed by Miley Hart, Cooper Roche and Tommy Leeson.

Well done to Lucas Taylor for winning the under 18 junior bull ride event. The under 15 mini bull ride saw Jake Blewitt take the prize followed by Kash Turner and Jaxsen Tremayne. The 7-12 mini bull ride went to Clay Gill first and Colby Morris second.

It was a brilliant day of showmanship by all, well done.

Pictures courtesy of Rober t Papa Photography.

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Clear meters and clean drains Krista Bjorn

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alf-yearly water meter readings commenced across the region on Monday, and Council shared a few ways that community members can ensure the process is quick and easy.

“Council asks that residents keep water meters accessible and clear of garden debris, grass, mulch, building materials, vehicles and other objects,” a Council spokesperson said. “We all love our pets, but during meter reading time, Council requests that unrestrained dogs be controlled or restrained behind closed gates – this will keep everyone safe.”

They explained that a quick review and tidy up around the water meter area would ensure minimal disruption to gardens and residents’ daily routines.

If Council staff encounter locked gates or animals on the loose, a calling card will be left in the letter box asking residents to call 1300 697372 to arrange

access.

Water Consumption Notices for this half-year period will be issued in October 2022. Anyone experiencing issues with payments should contact Council to arrange a confidential payment agreement.

Council provided a few tips for reducing water consumption including regularly reading property water meters each week to track water usage and identify fluctuations. Early awareness of abnormally high water usage can identify water leaks before they get out of hand.

They also urged community members to avoid pouring fats, oils, or grease down drains since they quickly clog drains resulting in blocked systems that can lead to costly repairs.

“Fats, oils and grease, or FOG, can severely impact Council's ability to maintain and repair wastewater systems across the region,” Council explained.

“When you dump FOG-laden wastewater into your kitchen sink or outdoor drains, the negative impacts on the performance of Council's wastewater

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VENDOR DISTRICT DESCRIPTION C/KG WEIGHT KG $ BULLS F McCann Allora Hereford Bull 285.0 1000 2,850 COWS Colmede Investments Warwick Charolais Cows 394.2 695 2,739 A Armfield Killarney Brangus Cow 361.2 725 2,618 BULLOCKS Beebo Pastoral Co. Texas Angus Bullocks (4t) 406.2 628 2,549 HEAVY FEEDER STEERS R Johnstone Allora Charolais/Angus x Steers 440.0 475 2,090 DOMESTIC FEEDER STEERS Gengos Capital Maryvale Angus Steers 576.2 363 2,093 G & M Wilson Elbow Valley Angus x Steers 556.2 410 2,280 P & N Braithwaite Tannymorel Angus x Steers 550.0 362 1,994 YEARLINGS P & N Braithwaite Tannymorel Angus x Heifer 526.2 365 1,920 Venvale Partners Cambooya Brangus x Heifer 512.2 365 1,869 WEANER STEERS H & S Bolzan Allora Angus x Steers 708.2 205 1,452 Beebo Pastoral Co. Texas Angus x Steers 696.2 260 1,810 WEANER HEIFERS M & R Bell Swanfels Angus Heifers 592.2 218 1,293 C Barnett Legume Hereford x 560.2 201 1,127 M & L Faccio Stanthorpe Angus x Heifers 542.2 232 1,260

Biosecurity matters

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more than 20 biosecurity touch points enhancing the biosecurity wall protecting Australia from exotic animal diseases.

The behind-the-scenes inspection of Sydney's International Airport was hosted by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry's Biosecurity and Compliance Group. It featured a step-bystep review of the increased biosecurity measures in place from plane arrival through to baggage collection and exit.

Re-enactment of Rail Opening, The inspection was a colDowns Steam Train, laboration between Stalls, Vintage Cars, Government and representaFarmers Market, Music tives from Meat & Livestock Australia, Australian Meat Sat. Sept. 3, 10-2pm Industry Council, Wilmot Cattle Co, Australian Pork Stanthorpe Heritage Railway Station Limited and Australian Wool Innovation.

The Au s t r a l i a n Government has implemented a range of further urgent measures to reduce the risk of exotic diseases such as foot and-mouth disease (FMD), lumpy skin disease tin panning, sluicing, molding, (LSD) and African swine documentary, food & drinks fever (ASF) from entering Australia.

Agriculture Minister Sunday Sept. 4, 10-2pm Murray Watt said it was a great opportunity for indusAmiens Legacy Centre 17 Goldfields Rd try to see firsthand the strong

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eaders from Australia's livestock industries witnessed last week how travellers to and from countries such as Indonesia are exposed to

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measures implemented by the government at the borders.

"We have been working hand in hand with industry to make sure our response to the threat of FMD is appropriate," Minister Watt said.

"Australia remains FMD-free and we will do everything we can to keep it that way."

One of the outcomes of the tour will be a video showing the enhanced biosecurity measures.

The video is intended for Australian livestock producers, the broader supply chain and the community to help convey the industry leaders' confidence in the significant measures in place to protect Australia from an exotic animal disease incursion.

The group was provided an overview of the large number of the biosecurity touch points including announcements and handouts to passengers before disembarking, sanitation foot mats, passport and Inbound Passenger Card checking, passenger profiling, roaming biosecurity officers, x-ray inspections, detector dogs, manual inspections and the unprecedented level of screening of incoming cargo and mail now in place.

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Wool: European mills drift back to work despite heat Bruce McLeish Elders

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he Australian wool market softening slightly last week - in USD terms anyway. However, a fortuitous reversal of trend across the currency markets meant that Australian woolgrowers were shielded from this and were able to come out of the week unscathed. Overall, after 3 days of auctions the market closed down 18 US cents, down 9 Euro cents and was unchanged in Aussie dollars.

Individual micron price guides continued to gyrate around as buyers looked for types they could sell, or specifications on particular types caused a buyer pile on. At the end of the week most types were more or less unchanged in price and the market continues to drift, waiting for news from the retail sector.

European mills have begun to drift back to work after their summer holidays, which have been decidedly warmer than previous years in many parts, and continue to be so - making it difficult for some to get enthused about making and selling winter clothing.

Mill owners are approving samples of top and yarn which have been delivered over the break, but still taking the time to assess things before committing to new purchased for the 4th quarter and beyond.

They are quietly optimistic that the season will turn out as predicted, and they will need to buy further quantities of raw materials to meet the demand, but they are understandably a little cautious as well, given the turmoil going on around them.

For those garment manufacturers also operating in the 'other' natural fibre - cotton, wool must appear to be a benign stable commodity. Over the past 12 months cotton prices have surged on the back of Chinese demand, as they were forced to purchase US cotton instead of using their own product from a certain Province in the west of China, where workers conditions may be a little

the new collections which are about to hit the shelves. The result of which will quickly determine if more orders are going to be required to replenish stocks in the short term, and also dictate the strength of next year's program and how aggressive they can be with their forecasting.

Given the unfinished business that the European Union has still to do around fighting inflation, sorting out the special military operation in the East, cajoling the British problem child, and finding a stable government in Italy a smooth start to the Autumn/ Winter selling period will be a massive feat if they can achieve it. A bit of up and down turmoil is a more likely scenario, but at least in the European market they have the history and experience to have seen it all before to some degree, and should be able to see through the fog without making rash decisions, as some of the more inexperienced operators in Asia will do.

The other market which is fairly important for woolgrowers these days - China - is running slightly less efficiently, with less positivity or optimism about the impending consumer season.

Currently orders for new product are very few and far between as retailers either have stock already in hand, or take a very cautious approach to actually

“It will be a fascinating study in economic gymnastics to see how the Chinese government is able to extricate itself....” undesirable. Then the price of cotton crashed again when the buying slowed down, and then just over the past week cotton prices have surged another 20% as US crop forecasts point to tight supplies again in the future as a result of dry conditions in the major production areas.

Wool, by comparison has been trundling along in a fairly tight trading range and not hitting one extreme or the other.

Manufacturers and retailers are comfortable at current price levels, although every other consumable they purchase is going up in price and making life difficult. Merino wool growers in Australia are happy with the current price level for their fibre, although less so with the cost of diesel, fertiliser and labour et al.

So, the textile community in the western world eagerly awaits the approach of autumn, to reduce northern hemisphere temperatures and put out some bushfires, but also to begin testing the consumer response to

purchasing something. A fair dinkum heatwave has set Shanghai back on its heels, initiated electricity rationing in some parts, which seems must be achieved by factories switching off rather than from individual consumers.

The ongoing threat of unforeseen, indeterminant length covid lockdowns still permeate society, and contribute to consumer nervousness. Last week saw an IKEA shop in Shanghai locked down because a close contact of an asymptomatic case entered the store, leading to a panicked rush for the exits to avoid spending the next two weeks locked inside eating meatballs.

It will be a fascinating study in economic gymnastics to see how the Chinese government is able to extricate itself from the current problems it faces. Many have been building for a number of years, (ageing population) and some are of more recent origin, (Covid zero, property price declines) but together they are building a formidable challenge for the government to tackle whilst maintaining growth and prosperity, and calm across a large population. The previous solutions of massive government infrastructure projects have run their course, and are unlikely to be successful or affordable this time, so small tweaks across a large number of industries or sectors are the only possible course of action. Of course, the wool industry would be very happy to see an increase in uniform allowance for every public sector worker in China, and it seems like we will have to make do with that this year, and more or less live with a gap in the consumer market as it seems too late to resurrect their fortunes for the current season.

Picture of a European woolen mill.

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Pay attention Leonie Fuge editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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ell mum to get off the phone and put on your seatbelt.

It's road safety week across the nation and to bring this important message to Warwick residents, road safety organisations, emergency services and police set up stands and vehicles for display on the SDIEA (old St Mary's school) oval.

It was an engaging morning where children were able to explore the internals of police vehicles and fire engines and sit on a highway patrol motorbike. The message of staying safe on the roads and acting responsibly in vehicles was reiterated to children and parents.

Acting Inspector Jamie Deacon from Warwick Police Station

spoke.

"When kids are in the police vehicles, we address road safety. We have conversations on wearing seatbelts, don't distract your parents while they are driving, make sure parents look alert while driving and tell mum to get off the phone."

This year has seen an increase in road fatalities on the Southern Downs and Darling Downs regions with the biggest emerging trend in road safety being phone use whilst driving.

Warwick is recognised as a fatigue zone, said the inspector, "Historically accidents happen in fatigue zones as it is a pass-through point. And sadly, that is when accidents happen."

"The road safety campaign is a prompt for people to remember the importance of road safety," said the inspector. "This should be at the forefront of everyone's mind every week."

Coffee with a Cop was a big hit with parents who scored free coffee and a chat with a local police officer. Many families attended the event after promotions were made

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at local schools and on social media. Kirsty who helped to organise the road safety week event was encouraged by the turnout.

"It is lovely to see all ages come out and participate in the campaign.

Promoting the road safety message will help save lives."

C a p t i o n : (cover) Highway Patrol officer Sharon Heart Tally Graham (7) and Chelsea Box (aged 6) from Warwick East SS and District Prime Prevention Officer Kirsty Moore; Acting Inspector Jamie Deacon and James Cloney, Officer in charge of Highway Patrol Dominic Cremasco instructing Xavier Fox (aged 9) on bike safety.

Nettle uses outweigh its sting

Krista Bjorn

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fter a few weeks of noxiously fragrant brewing, my stinging nettle compost tea is finally ready.

This morning I started straining it, removing the mushy leaves and stems to the compost pile and filtering the liquid into glass bottles that now hold a gorgeous green brew that stinks to high heaven and is full of nutrients for our gardens, vineyard, and orchards.

Stinging nettles are chock full of goodness. Not only are they rich in iron and nitrogen, but also magnesium, calcium, zinc, copper, chlorophyll, and potassi-

um. This is because they’re dynamic accumulators, amazing plants that acquire minerals and nutrients from the soil then redistribute them as they decompose.

I now use stinging nettles in five ways outside and in the kitchen.

Uses for Stinging Nettle: One: I let them grow in the veggie patch, orchards, vineyard, and wherever else they pop up. This means I need to wear trousers whenever I’m out there to keep from getting stung, but the benefits they bring to the soil are worth it.

Two: I chop the young plants

off just above the ground and use them for compost and mulch, letting them break down slowly and releasing their goodness into the soil.

Three: I brew compost tea and use it as foliar spray and a top up

in the soil.

Four: I brew fresh nettle tea for drinking.

Five: I dry the leaves for use in herbal drinks all year round.

Six: I powder the dried leaves to sprinkle in soups, salad dressings, and smoothies.

Plants like stinging nettle delight me. They have long been derided as pesky weeds but they’re actually great friends to soil, plants, and bodies and don’t cost a penny.

Photo shows a bottle of stinging nettle tea sitting in patch of stinging nettles. Photo by Krista Bjorn.

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Unveiling the honour roll 100 years ago Deb Wheeler Contributor

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istening to the radio yesterday, I heard an announcement inviting men to come and find out more about Freemasonry in our region. This got me thinking of another era when Freemasonry in our region was very strong.

The following article appeared on Friday 4th August 1922 Warwick Daily News (Qld: 1919-1954) on page 2.

The unveiling ceremony in connection with the honour roll, and entertainment of return soldier members of the Star of Allora Lodge, P.F.A. S.O.A., took place in the Protestant Hall on Wednesday evening last, at which there was a splendid attendance, including a large number of visiting brethren from Warwick and Clifton. The W.M. Bro. J. Crookey presided, and after briefly announcing the object of the gathering called on Bro. H.G. Deacon, Grand Master, to perform the unveiling ceremony.

Bro. Deacon, in the course of his address, remarked that he considered it a great honour to be asked to unveil the honour Roll of the Lodge, particularly as it was the Honour roll of the Lodge with which he had been associated all his life, and also because it had there on the names of members of whom he had known all their lives. The honour Roll was intended to be

a lasting record of the names of those who were members of the lodge at the time of the world's greatest war, and who stepped forward voluntarily and freely offered their services to the empire at a time when such were most needed.

He remarked that in all probability there were some who were inclined to say that those services should be recognised in a different way than recording them by heaps of stone or in other somewhat similar manner, but he thought that the various Governments of Australia and the general public have in the main endeavoured to see that the soldiers' and sailors had not been forgotten in that respect.

The Protestant Alliance Society has also, he thought, done its duty in the manner indicated. He drew attention that an honour roll was not erected as a recompense to the soldier members but was intended to be a lasting record of those whom we were proud to see that time does not make us forget them and leave no record of whom they were and what they had done. It was not his intention to talk about the war. Some of those present perhaps had seen too much of it, and the majority had already heard all that can be said about it. Sufficient to say that the Empire was saved, and the men whose names were recorded on the Honour roll manfully took their part in saving it.

The Honour Ross recorded that 40 members of the lodge

had enlisted, and of this number eight made the supreme sacrifice. Those who had made that sacrifice were: A.A. Chard, P. Ford, S.G. Masters, J. McDowell, R. Ross, J.W. Laing, H.H. Dickey and A. Morrison. Those who returned were as follows: C.G. Anderson, C. Birkett, R.J. Donaldson, P. Jensen, A. Jensen, L. Masters, W.S. Neale, B. Ranger, H. Saunders, A. Smith, R. Stirling, R. Weatherby, S.J. Wightman, G. Ellis, C. Ellis, G. Bell, M.K. Dougall, E.G. Bourne, E.H. smith, S. Bebbington, S. Slatter, J. Mason, S.H. Tickel, W. Shooter, F. Shooter, O. Munro, F. Downes, C. Bishop, W.H. Allen, G. McMillan, T.A. Muir and O.C.R. Eastment.

Of this number 18 were wounded and three gained the Military Medal - L. Masters, B. Ranger, and E.H. Smith. The number enlisted was about 25 percent, of the whole of the members of the lodge, and about 75 per cent of the physically fit. Personally, he thought this was a splendid record, and one which he felt sure stood out alone in the records of the society of Queensland, if not in Australia. Taking the society as a whole in Queensland 1285 members had enlisted, and of this number 210 had made the supreme sacrifice.

During the time those members were on active service the society paid the whole of their contributions amounting to the sum of 8,200 pounds. Funeral

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claims amounted to 6,600 pounds. The society had also invested the sum of 50,000 pounds in the various war loans, thus helping to make the silver bullets, which are the important factor in all wars. Bro. Deacon, in the name of the society of the Star of Allora Lodge, unveiled the Honour Roll, and prayed that it would always remain a lasting and permanent record of those who, hearing their country's call, nobly responded, and went out and fought for empire, home and duty.

After the unveiling ceremony those present sat down to a sumptuous repast prepared by Mrs. S.E. Clarke, at which every available seat was occupied, the total number present being in the vicinity of one hundred. Bro. Deacon, Grand Master, presided, and was supported by Bro. H.J.H. Thompson, W.D.M., Warwick district. The following toast list was submitted and honoured: "The King," silent toast to the memory of those who had made the supreme sacrifice.

"Returned Soldier Members," by the chairman, and supported by Messrs. G.R. Tickle and a.

Hamilton, and responded to by Messrs. R.W, Brown, S. Slatter and J. Taylor. "The Star of Allora Lodge," by S.H. Tickle, and responded to by Messrs. C. Burge and W.W. Anderson. "The Visitors," by W.J.T. Neale, and responded on behalf of the Warwick visitors, and C. Gillam on behalf of the Clifton representatives present. The toast of the "Press" was proposed by the chairman and responded to by Mr. G. S. Briggs in a happy manner.

At the conclusion of the proceedings three cheers were given for the returned members, and also three hearty rounds for the caterer.

If anyone has any further information on any of the soldiers mentioned in this article, I would appreciate it if you could contact me at the newspaper, Country Journal, 1/41 King Street, Warwick Q 4370 or phone Deborah 0414 852 492.

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Orlando Out and About

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ne of the good things about being in a moonboot for a week, following a fracture to my ankle, was meeting the Italian Consul, Miss Luna Angelini Marinucci, on the Friday she visited the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery.

Consul Luna has a handful of a name, don't you think? And if you read her whole title, especially in Italian, it is again, long!

She was very friendly and spoke to me in Italian and English because she knew I understand both languages as my papa` was born there and my Mum teaches and tutors young people and adults.

Because everyone was talking a lot of Italian around me and because I knew the art gallery was closing only days later, I took the chance to look around and see the works still there.

This was quite fun to have the space all to myself! I looked at the pictures in some of the art books upstairs, too.

Here's a Rosella by Maggie

Brockie, who was there in person as well, and a great photo by Sandra McEwan, of a droplet.

What a lovely hour or so it was! Thanks SRAG! See you after the renovation! After all that art and talking, I was feeling

hungry so off to somewhere that we could drive to, was decided as best.

Orlando Left photo shows Orlando with Italian Consul for Qld & NT, Miss

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Far away places to visit are indicated, and travel will bring a few surprises. More of you are inclined to make love, not war.

CANCER

LEO

VIRGO

22 Jun-22 Jul

23 Jul-22 Aug

23 Aug-23 Sep

Racing Numbers: 2.3.6.5 Lotto Numbers: 1.12.16.26.30.33

You will need to think carefully before making significant decisions. However, finances should be more under control. Travel could be frustrating because of a mix-up in communication.

Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Friday

Racing Numbers: 2.3.6.5 Lotto Numbers: 1.12.16.23.30.33

Unwise to get caught in the middle of anyone’s love problems. For those with a public image, a tremendous opportunity is indicated.

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24 Oct-22 Nov

Lucky Colour: Dark Blue Racing Numbers: 5.6.9.5 Lucky Day: Wednesday Lotto Numbers: 1.12.5.9.16.33

Lucky Colour: Fawn Lucky Day: Sunday

Racing Numbers: 4.6.5.4 Lotto Numbers: 1.45.40.22.26.30

There will be quite a few changes coming up in your life. Offers of a promotion at work are indicated. The Some may change their address, and others may domestic scene looks perfect. Travel could bring people change their loved ones. The interest in the opposite sex into your life who may benefit your career. is heightened.

Lucky Colour: Cream Lucky Day: Monday

Luna Angelini Marinucci, who began her role in May 2022 and visited Stanthorpe from 11th to 14th August. Right photo shows "Crimson Rosella" by artist Maggie Brockie.

Lucky Colour: Cream Lucky Day: Tuesday

Racing Numbers: 2.6.9.8 Lotto Numbers: 1.15.26.29.30.8

A more profitable period is indicated, and opportunities can appear out of nowhere. Love should bring more interesting aspects to keep your interest.

SAGITTARIUS 23 Nov-20 Dec Lucky Colour: Orange Lucky Day: Saturday

Racing Numbers: 1.2.3.2 Lotto Numbers: 1.12.16.29.2.5

Many will feel very confident about anything they try.

People of importance will be willing to further their careers, new ventures will be successful.

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20 Feb-20 Mar

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New ventures would pay off if tried at the moment. Your confidence and energy levels are pretty high, and the social scene will be very hectic.

Lucky Colour: Lilac Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 3.6.2.5 Lotto Numbers: 3.12.26.5.40.8

Most will have learned from past experiences and see the situation clearly to make their move and benefit from it. Especially where career is concerned.

Racing Numbers: 2.3.5.6 Lucky Colour: Orange Lucky Day: Wednesday Lotto Numbers: 2.13.26.39.5.11

Significant changes are occurring around you, with some being outside your influences. These changes may affect your close relationships. Old friendships may go, and new ones may be formed.

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25th August 2022 Gerard Walsh editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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am starting to hear a little in the media about the approaching fire season and the reality is after two years of high rainfall and especially this year, we will have the fuel for fires in the summer.

It is time for everyone in the country to make sure it is clear around their homes and buildings.

We are a bit lucky on our property at Greymare as we regularly mow and slash around the buildings and the cattle seem to like the grass along the garden fence and against the sheds.

Reminds me of the one fire I lost control of 40 years ago.

It was after a wet season and I was burning off with a permit in the late winter or spring to bring some new grass for our cattle.

Later we had sheep but at that time, it was all cattle.

I started the fire with a westerly breeze against Mountain Maid Rd with the aim for it to burn the dry grass to the east.

While the fire went out at night, it started up a bit more than I intended the next day and it got away.

The Long Paddock with Gerard Walsh

I called the Greymare Bush Fire Brigade (now called Rural Fire Brigade) and the fire was under control in a day or so.

It mainly burnt land on our 2068 acres and 20 or 30 acres in a neighbouring property. My memory is about a third of our property.

I can’t remember if Greymare resident Geoff Thornton was on hand with his bulldozer to help out but know he has been on hand for most fires in the area.

Down the years, we have been lucky in Greymare and had no homes or buildings threatened.

I felt really day about losing the fire and getting all the volunteers in.

I bought a scratchit for each volunteer and hand wrote a little thank you letter which I sent out.

Doubt if anyone in Australia has done the same thing but that was my way of saying thanks.

Didn’t hear about anyone having a big win.

At the time, we only had a

small pump on the back of our Fordson diesel tractor and two 44-gallon drums, now we have a barely used Honda motor fire fighter and 220 gallons of water as well as a 60-litre tank and battery-operated pump which can go on a trailer behind our grey Ferguson.

Road Safety Week My guess is my speed was 102km/h when I went past the black road safety police car on the Cunningham Highway west of Warwick on Tuesday afternoon.

Down the years, my wife Margaret would say every time I saw a speed camera I thought I might get a ticket but haven’t had one since speed cameras came in, my guess is more than 20 years ago.

When I saw a camera, I hoped I didn’t miss a sign which said to slow down from say 80km/h to 70km/h My fines down the years were police on the side of the road checking each motorist.

For the past 50 plus years, I

have known a road prayer. It was said by my parents every time they got in the car to drive the half hour from Greymare to Warwick and I got to learn it off by heart.. Now we say it as we head to Toowoomba or Brisbane but not on shorter trips like between Warwick and the farm.

It doesn’t matter if people claim to be part of a denomination or not, there is a clear message in this road prayer.

Haven’t a copy, I just know it from memory, so don’t know who wrote it, if you know please tell me on editor@thedailyjournal.com.au for next week.

It goes like this, perhaps some readers may like to say it when they get into the car.

“Lord help me to drive with a sure hand and perfect control so we might bring no harm to others using the same road, protect O Lord those who accompany us from every mishap or accident, teach me to make use of this machine for my fellow man’s welfare and to curb my desire for excessive speed.

May the beauty of this world thou has created, together with the joy of thy grace, ever accompany us in our travels. Amen”

What’s your flood story?

"You may be asked about your awareness of the floods, actions you may have taken to plan and prepare for them, how you responded to any warnings and how you were affected by the flooding", the report states.

Interview start this month online either using Zoom or on the phone or in person.

There will be an online survey starting in mid-September as well.

For more information, contact floods2022@ mq.edu.au.

Elizabeth Voneiff editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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s natural disasters seem to be intensifying and the frequency increasing, three Australian universities are asking residents of the Southern Downs and beyond to share their personal experiences.

If you were affected by the 2022 floods in the Southern Downs, Brisbane, or elsewhere, you are invited to take part in an independent social research project that is investigating community experiences of the floods.

The research is being conducted for Natural Hazards Research Australia by researchers at Macquarie University, USQ, QUT and is supported by the NSW State Emergency Service and the Queensland Fire

and Emergency Services.

By contributing your personal experience to this research, you can improve regional safety strategies and influence future public policy to help the region

adapt and reduce risks from floods.

The researchers say they are interested in hearing a range of stories and views from residents of the Southern Downs.

Picture of recent flooding in the Southern Downs, Leonie Cloney.

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RAREST BUTTERFLY IN AUSTRALIA

IN LEYBURN ROAD RESERVES Continued from page 1...

Sadly, the original location where the butterfly was found at Mt Emlyn outside of Millmerran was cleared of trees and now the butterfly is extinct there. There are two other locations where sightings have been made of the butterfly but these are considered unconfirmed until specimens can be collected. Dr Don Sands was on the original team that described the butterfly in the 1969 and to this day is still working to understand the ecology and threats to this endangered butterfly. In fact, he finally published and helped describe the ant species after 50 years with another ant taxonomist last year."

The butterfly has a symbiotic relationship with the ant species Anonychomyrma inclinata. The ants protect the caterpillars from other ants, allowing them to transform into butterflies.

However, the dance of evolution is confined to bulloak trees, which are also rare.

According to Mr Head, the

butterfly has a "very complex ecology" with special needs. " It involves several species of large old growth trees and smaller plants, multiple mistletoe species, a species of ant, birds, soil type, woody debris beneath the trees, protection from fire and likely more that is not fully understood. The male and female butterflies feed on flowering mistletoes and several other species of trees including Queensland blue gum, Smooth barked apple, Dogwood and Kunzea.

"During the peak flying time the butterflies rely on two species of mistletoe, Bulloak Mistletoe (Amyema linophylla subsp. orientalis) and Harlequin mistletoe (Lysiana exocarpi subsp. tenuis). However, the butterflies require a close relationship with a newly described species of small ant. The Bulloak Jewel Ant (Anonychomyrma inclinata) makes their nest in old growth bulloak trees in cracks, lightning scars, fissures and dead sections of the trunk. These ants

don't nest in the ground and in fact don't seem to even like to travel across the ground and need fallen timber log bridges to move between trees. The female bulloak jewel will lay eggs at the base of the mistletoe or in cracks in the branches of a bulloak. If the bulloak jewel ant is present an amazing relationship occurs.

The butterfly larvae come out at night from their protective holes in the trees and feeds on the

bulloak leaves. The ants offer protection from predators and babysit the larvae while they feed and in return the larvae excrete honeydew from special glands for the ants to feed on. Birds like the hard-working mistletoe bird are needed to spread the 2 many species of mistletoes that are needed. The entire system needs to be free of invasive weeds and protected from intense fires that would destroy the ant's habitat on the ground and in the old growth trees."

The Southern Down's rarest resident is now classified as critically endangered. Road reserves play an important role in the survival of the butterfly, and in fact, no other threatened butterfly is known to depend on intact roadside ecosystems. To save the Bulloak butterfly, the old bulloak woodland must also be saved.

Caption: the Bulloak Mistletoe, found in Leyburn; the Bulloak Jewel butterfly. Photos courtesy of Mattew Head, Land & Habitat Environmental Services.

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How to make apple cider vinegar Krista Bjorn krista@smallnewspaper.com.au

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s we inch closer to spring, I think of warm days ahead where cool salads and crisp pickles will be the stars of my menu. Before those days arrive, I must prepare by making our yearly supply of apple cider vinegar.

I love making vinegar. There’s something so exciting about seeing fruit transform into a tangy vinegar that adds zing and deliciousness to everything it touches.

Not only is apple cider vinegar good for you, it’s also easy to make, stores like a dream, and can be used in all manner of recipes.

All you need are apples and water. That’s it. You can add a piece of the gelatinous mass called a mother that forms in vinegar to kick start the process, but you don’t need it to make a successful vinegar.

Use the best apples you can find because good apples make good vinegar. Give them a rinse and then chop them roughly, cores, skins, and all. I also like to give them a bit of a bash with a rolling pin so the juice releases easily.

Once they’re chopped and bashed, pile them loosely into a clean glass jar until it’s about 2/3 full.

Then top up with water, weight with a fermentation weight or a Ziploc bag filled with marbles or rice, cover with a tea towel and secure it with string or a rubber band.

Set the jar in a dark place like your pantry or a cupboard, then leave it there for a month, checking it every 3-4 days to make sure the apples are below the water line.

After a month, strain the lot (preserving the mother if it forms), then return

the liquid to the jar, cover as above, and wait another month.

Taste the vinegar once a week

until it reaches the flavour you like, then bottle it and use as needed.

At this point you can leave the apple cider vinegar plain or you can add in flavourings such as garlic, a few springs of rosemary, some dried chillies, or a cup or two of fresh raspberries.

Apple Cider Vinegar Recipe Ingredients and supplies: water 5-6 apples, cleaned 1 2-litre glass jar, cleaned and airdried Directions: 1. Roughly chop apples then bruise in a mortar and pestle.

2. Fill jar at least 2/3 full with apple pieces.

3. Cover apples water, tapping jar gently to release trapped air pockets.

4. Weight apples to keep them below the liquid, cover with a tea towel or butter muslin and secure with string or a rubber band.

5. Store in a cupboard or pantry and check every 3 days for a month to make sure apples are still below the surface. Top up with water if necessary. You should see a white scum form, and this is good. A gelatinous seal known as the mother may also form, and this is good too. Only worry if you see a black, green, or grey scum/ mould form. If this happens, throw out the concoction and start fresh 6. After a month, strain the vinegar, discard all solids except the mother, and return the liquid and mother to the jar. Cover as before and let sit for another month, tasting once a week until it reaches the flavour you like.

7. Once it tastes right to you, bottle and seal the vinegar and store in your pantry or cupboard, using as needed.

Photo shows a bottle of apple cider vinegar with the mother. Photo by Krista Bjorn.

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25th August 2022

Semi-final action in Stanthorpe Football at the weekend

Photos by Tammy Nash.

Champion horse at polocrosse

Morgan Park will always be remembered by Beth as she played her first open Test on Australian soil at Morgan Park and also her first World Cup in the 2019 Australian team victory.

The carnival attracted 49 teams, one of the biggest carnivals in Queensland this year.

The last carnival of the year will be the Gold Coast Gold Racquet Carnival at Killarney on September 3-4.

Gerard Walsh editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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horse called Jaylyn Downs Love was ridden

by Beth Hafey to win the GR Prime Lamb and Pork Champion Horse Award at the Warwick Rose Bowl Polocrosse at Morgan Park.

The award was sponsored by Angus and Kylie Gross from Greymare with their business GR Prime Lamb and Pork.

Gross Meats have sponsored the award for the past 25 years.

Angus has played polocrosse for Warwick down the years and also represented Queensland.

Beth was part of the winning women’s team from Tansey and

said Love had won many best horse awards with her father Justin Hafey in the saddle. He has also played Love at two nationals.

Love is a 11-year-old mare owned by her parents Justin and

Lyndal, She said her father spoke of the mare as the best he had played on during more than 30 years in the sport.

“Love is tough, fast and never gives up.”

Photo shows Angus Gross from GR Prime Lamb and Pork presenting the champion horse award to Beth Hafey riding Jaylyn Downs Love at the Warwick Rose Bowl Polocrosse. Photo by Gerard Walsh.

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Devitt wins at Leyburn Gerard Walsh editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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arwick’s Matthew Devitt and his father John each won their classes as 223 drivers competed in the annual Leyburn Sprints at the weekend.

Going into this year’s sprints, Matthew was one of only three drivers to compete in all sprints, the others were Barry Smith (Ford V8 Special) from Brisbane and Sprints founder Mike Collins. Sadly, Mike died since last year’s sprints.

John won his class in his

Holden Special. There were 53 classes at the sprints.

It is not all racing at the sprints with a charity auction, fun run and racing car rides as well as a variety of food stalls.

In the Leyburn Sprints, it is all about time on a street circuit which started in front of the Royal Hotel.

The overall winner was Lismore driver Dean Amos who won his seventh overall title in a Gould car. He won the Col Furness Memorial Trophy presented in memory of a motorsport enthusiast who backed the sprints to the hilt in the early years.

It was an outstanding effort for Amos to win as he had his house and automotive business flooded in this year’s Lismore floods.

He has spent recent months rebuilding a lot of the machinery and equipment in his business. His racing car was one of the few things which wasn’t inundated.

Warwick businessman Matt Clift won the trophy for fastest historic car in a Mazda.

Sprints media manager Chris Nixon said there was a mam-

moth crowd at the sprints on Saturday with more than 500 camp sites booked on Saturday night.

Left photo shows Warwick driver Matt Clift who was the fastest historic car at the Leyburn Sprints. Photo Trapnell Creations.

Right photo shows Warwick driver Matthew Devitt who won his class in the Leyburn Sprints last weekend in his Queensland-built 1965 Centaur Clubman.

Photo Southern Queensland Country.

Horsepower weekend ahead Elizabeth Voneiff editor@thedailyjournal.ink

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here's going to be a lot more horsepower on the Southern Downs when the Sustainable and Warwick Horse Trials event arrives at Morgan Park this week.

The Southern Downs Regional Council, in partnership with the Warwick Horse Trials Club, successfully obtained a $10,000 grant from the Australian Sports Commission to hold the threeday event.

Warwick is knowns as the Horsepower Capital of Australia, with the whole region having a strong interest in equestrian sports. Welcoming back this event encourages reconnection between Queensland and NSW riders.

Cr Cynthia McDonald is also relieved to see the event go forward after two years of COVID and border closures.

that will be demonstrated in this international level competition.

The event is run under the Federation Friday, 26 August: 12- FEI Dressage E q u e s t r i a n International and Saturday, 27 August: 8am - Nationals National Eventing Dressage and Show Jumping; 2 pm Rules and comprises International Cross Country three discipline phases: dressage, show jumping Sunday, 28 August: 8 am Nationals and cross-country. The Cross Country phase; 1 pm Show event caters for the elite Jumping. level riders as well as entry level horse fanciFor more information ring Tracey ers from across the Sexton on 0438 234 815.

State and NSW. Participants can earn qualifications for FEI "August is horsepower month competitions in on the Southern Downs and to Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne. see the 4return of this event and Warwick Horse Trials Club experience the invigorating president, Tracey Sexton, said knock-on effect in the local that without the $10,000 in economy is very welcome fol- funding from the ASC, the event lowing so many cancellations wouldn't be possible as officials caused by the pandemic." with specialised skills are Cr McDonald is looking for- required to oversee the program. ward to experiencing the skill These specialists are brought in

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from interstate at significant expanse.

"We have a large number of entries from Queensland and New South Wales fo4r this event and with officials travelling from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and other parts of regional Queensland to ensure the event is run as per the FEI requirements, we can be assured of a world class equestrian weekend," she said.

Warwick Horse Trials successfully ran this event through to 2019 when COVID restricted interstate and international travel.

Spectators are welcome and there is no admission charge.

The Riders Retreat will be offering food and drinks on Saturday and Sunday with a coffee van on sight.

Dean Morris, hailing from Stanthorpe originally, competing at the Warwick Horse Trials at Morgan Park