The Sentinel 01 May 2024

Hooning tears up fields

Clubs count cost of vandalism

VANDALS have caused more than $100,000 in damage to two Somerset sports parks, after they severed electrical cables to lights and performed burnouts across the fields.

The acts will cost clubs tens of thousands in canteen revenue and force teams to play away games for the foreseeable future.

Between 10am on Tuesday, April 23, and 6am on Wednesday, April 24, vandals cut through the cables of several light towers at the Fernvale Sports Ground, adjacent to the Brisbane Valley Highway.

Brisbane Valley Rattlers AFC has said this latest

act of vandalism will cost Council over $100,000 to replace and repair, with Rattlers president Graham Smith estimating the club would lose anything from $10,000 to $20,000 from kiosk takings and other things.

A flabbergasted Mr Smith voiced his dismay, saying “the effect on community sport is horrendous”. He also stressed that “we’re a volunteer organisation”. Mr Smith said a new training ground had to be sought for the Rattlers seniors and juniors, while home games would be played at away venues. Story p5

‘Raising a beer to Nick’

THE family of a Burpengary East couple assaulted on ANZAC Day, resulting in the death of the man and hospitilisation of the woman, has released a statement encouraging people “to come together and raise a beer to our ‘old man’ Nick”.

Nicholas Reeves and his wife, Suzanne Reeves, both

in their 70s, suffered severe head injuries on April 25, allegedly at the hands of 26-year-old Beachmere man, Frederick Steel Sayers.

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Mr Reeves was declared dead at the scene, while Mrs Reeves was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, where she remains in a critical condition. Story p3

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THE Caboolture Warplane Museum requires volunteers for immediate start to assist in the daily operations of the venue.

Anyone interested in aviation or who believes keeping local history alive is important, is encouraged to contact the museum. The museum provides living history and real exhibits, demonstrated by people first-hand.

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Out and about THE change of seasons might seem marginal around here, but the drop in humidity and a few degrees makes all the difference. Fresh air and shorter days.

Wandering around Cruisin’ Caboolture last weekend was very cool. From the hundreds of cars to those that dressed up for the 1950s and 60s style extravaganza.

Check out our pictures from the day as well on page 7.

On a more sombre note, we were out and about across as many of the ANZAC ceremonies and marches as we could get to.

While fears that the lessons of past wars may recede, the size of crowds and respect given to those who have served our country only seems to strengthen. We have an extensive gallery across p10-11.

Pure idiocy

WHAT’S going through the mind of someone who decides to take their vehicle

out in the middle of the night and rip up a sports field?

Burnouts weren’t enough. No, they had to cut cables to the lights, with the total cost estimated at about $100,000. And that’s before the loss to clubs from kiosk takings.

In some ways I’d like to get inside that mind and try and see what’s going on.

In saying that, I imagine it would be a pretty disappointing exercise.

And after the damage is done and they’ve gone off in their mind-numbed haze, volunteers and players are left picking up the pieces.

The cost to ratepayers, the cost to clubs and then the ongoing cost of increased security.

What a senseless act (story p5). Mitch

Reception issues in focus

COMMUNITIES across regional, rural, and remote Australia can now have their say on telecommunications issues, as public submissions open on the Regional Telecommunications Review.

The input of local communities will form an essential part of the Review – held once every three years – which will see the Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee deliver recommendations to Government.

The Review is closely examining the experiences of people in regional, rural, and remote parts of Australia with

telecommunications delivery, as well as considering the unique needs of First Nations communities. Residents, businesses and community organisations can make a submission, with the Terms of Reference outlining key issues for the Committee to examine. An issues paper has been released to help frame ideas.

The 2024 Review is being led by the Hon Alannah MacTiernan, former Western Australian Minister for Regional Development as Chair of the Review Committee.

Hon Alannah MacTiernan said it’s essential for regional residents and businesses to have access to telecommunication

services, encouraging people to take part in the survey.

“Access to telecommunications services is critical for regional residents and businesses across so many aspects of everyday life –and we want to understand the lived experience of these services so that future policy actions are well targeted and backed up by evidence,” she said.

“With technology changing rapidly we also want your ideas about how things can be improved and what would make the most difference for you and your community.

“We really encourage Australians in the bush to have their say via a

submission or completing the survey in coming months, while we continue our face-to-face consultations across the country.”

Feedback from the public has been essential in previous reviews to ensure the committee’s recommendations are well-targeted and based on evidence.

There are three options available to have your say: attending a face-to-face consultation, providing a formal submission, or completing a survey. The survey will be published this month.

Visit https://www. infrastructure.gov.au/haveyour-say/2024-regionaltelecommunications-review

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Watch out for poles and wires

ERGON Energy Network and Energex are asking everyone to Look Up and Live after an alarming number of contacts with poles and wires this year.

“It’s frightening that we are only a few months into the year and there’s been 175 potentially lethal cases of vehicles coming into contact with poles and wires on our networks,” Area Manager Chris Graham said.

“So many of these incidents could have been avoided with a bit more attention given by the driver of the vehicle or equipment.

“It just takes a momentary lapse in concentration and suddenly you’re facing the risk of electrocution, so it’s important to take the time to assess the location of any power poles or lines.”

Motor vehicle accidents make up almost a third of the contacts, with road transport, vegetation management and earth moving activities causing the rest.

“If you accidentally contact a power pole or wires, STAY in the vehicle if safe, CALL Triple Zero and WAIT for help.

“Look out for powerlines when you’re working because poles and wires can blend into the surroundings, but the risk is real and if you ignore, it the consequences can be devastating.”

‘Raise a beer to our old man Nick’

Family speaks out after deadly Anzac Day attack in Burpengary

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THE family of a Burpengary East couple assaulted on ANZAC Day, resulting in the death of the man and hospitilisation of the woman, has released a statement encouraging people “to come together and raise a beer to our ‘old man’ Nick”.

Nicholas Reeves and his wife, Suzanne Reeves, both in their 70s, suffered severe head injuries on April 25, alledgedly at the hands of 26-year-old Beachmere man, Frederick Steel Sayers.

Mr Reeves was declared dead at the scene, while Mrs Reeves was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, where she remains in a critical condition, according to a Queensland Police spokesperson.

The family said they were

“shocked and devastated” by the attack and were praying for the survival of Suzanne.

“Remember him (Nicholas) for the person he was, and the impact he had on all our lives,” the family said.

“Reminisce on the stories he used to tell and his offbeat sense of humour.

“Trust us, that sense of humour has rallied us in the past few days, as we ride every emotion, and it would make our Dad happy to know his humour has passed on to his girls.”

The family also stated they were not ready to make funeral arrangements, as they “are not willing to make (decisions) without Mum”.

The family thanked emergency services and Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital staff

urging people to leave police and prosecutors to “do their job unhindered”.

Mr Sayers was charged with the murder and attempted murder of the Burpengary East couple on the night of April 25.

His committal hearing has been adjourned for three months, after first appearing at Pine Rivers Magistrates Court on April 26.

Acting Magistrate Peter Cooke denied Frederick Steel Sayers the possibility of applying for bail, due to the severity of the charges.

The matter has now been adjourned to the Caboolture Magistrates Court on July 26, following the requests of defence attorney, Brendan Whelan.

brief of evidence to be provided, which will take approximately three months to allow for the size,” Mr Whelan said.

Police prosecutor Alex Donald told the court he would have witness statements ready two weeks before Sayers’ committal mention at Caboolture.

It’s alleged that on the morning of ANZAC Day, while people were out paying respects to servicemen and women, Mr Sayers assaulted the Reeves’ during an altercation.

Around 9.20am, police responded to an address in Bramston Court, in Burpengary East, to conduct a welfare check, after a person witnessed the

Upon arrival, police found the elderly couple with serious head injuries, with Mr Reeves declared dead.

According to Detective Inspector David Harbison, initial investigations indicate Mr Sayers was doing gardening work in the house next door to the Revees’, when an argument “of some type” broke out.

A large pick axe was seen at the scene by a neighbour, but police are yet to confirm the exact details of what is alleged to have occurred.

Police advised the incident is not domestic violence related.

Any information can be submitted using the online suspicious activity form at www.police.qld.gov.au/ reporting or call 131 444.

Nick and Suzanne Reeves. AAP Image supplied.

Happy 103rd b’day, Herbie

Caboolture golfer celebrates milestone

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CABOOLTURE resident

Herbert ‘Herbie’ Roehrich celebrated a big milestone on April 23, turning an exciting 103 years young. His golfing friends took him out for a celebratory lunch at the club, which his therapist from Sunnymeade Park Aged Care Community, Tony Griffiths, said “he thoroughly enjoyed”.

Herbie is well known at the Caboolture Golf Club, having spent many

afternoons having a drink and talking with the other patrons, resulting in lasting friendships.

Despite living in an aged care facility, Herbie still goes to the club a couple of afternoons each week when some of his golf buddies come and take him out.

Originally from Hindinberg, Germany, Herbie and his wife Elizabeth immigrated to Australia in 1955, working as a labourer for the New South Wales Railways at Eveleigh Workshops. Herbie eventually had his German trade papers accepted, after attending Sydney TAFE College, resulting in him becoming a ground engineer for QANTAS from 1964 to 1981, still remaining friends with some of his work mates to this day.

Before coming to Australia, Herbie served in the German Air Force as a paratrooper during World War II and was in Normandy during the

Normandy landings.

Herbert served in the Netherlands, France and Germany.

His carers at Sunnymeade Park Aged Care Community, where he has lived for approximately 20 years, have said that he is still doing very well for his age, despite having some health issues.

“Mr Herbert Roehrich may be 103 years young, but still going strong,” Mr Griffiths said.

Herbie lived in the Sunnymeade Park retirement village up until February this year, when his deteriorated health resulted in his move into residential care.

Due to having a “rough night”, according to Mr Griffiths, Herbie was unfortunately unable to participate in an interview about his milestone birthday. Mr Griffiths did say “his eyes lit up when he heard a reporter wanted to talk to him” and is happy to share his story in the paper.

We wish Herbie a very happy birthday and another beautiful year ahead!

Longman News

Bruce Highway Alternative Update

I’m happy to announce that the Bruce Highway expansion from CabooltureBribie Island Road to Steve Irwin Way has been completed!

Three-and-a-half years ago, during the former Coalition Government,

with Terry Young Federal Member for Longman

I proudly announced the commencement of construction for this vital expansion. I’m delighted to see our local projects reaching fruition.

This project was made possible through joint funding, with the Federal Government contributing $530 million of the total

$662.5 million investment.

I’m pleased to see progress being made, and I’m committed to continuing to advocate for our community’s infrastructure needs.

The next stage of 3 lanes north of this has been now axed, and I will continue to advocate and fight for this vital infrastructure project to be reinstated.

Let’s keep getting things done!

PCYC Caboolture Construction Update

After nearly two years of uncertainty, I’m thrilled to share an important update regarding the construction of the new Caboolture PCYC.

As many of you know, I’ve

been tirelessly advocating for this initiative since my election. The Federal Government has allocated an additional $5 million towards the $17.5 million project, on top of the $5 million previously secured by the former Coalition Government.

This project should have broken ground last year, but due to delays caused by weather and bureaucracy, construction won’t be completed until mid-2025.

Nevertheless, I’m pleased to see progress being made, and I remain committed to advocating for our community’s needs. Let’s keep pushing forward and getting things done!

Herbert Roehrich cutting his birthday cake at Sunnymeade Park Aged Care Community

Herbie enjoying his birthday lunch at Caboolture Golf Club

Council targets

unpaid rates

SOMERSET Regional Council has approved the sale of 33 properties to recover more than $296,000 in overdue rates.

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said debt recovery was a basic business practice.

“The reality is quite simple, we would much prefer not to go down this path but paying rates is not optional,” Cr Wendt said.

“Council can only start this action once rates have remained unpaid for three consecutive years.

“It’s a tough situation but council does what it can to work with people to avoid the sale of their properties.”

Cr Wendt said the sale of land process provides for a minimum of three months for the overdue rates to be paid in full.

“Council works with the relevant property owners for several months to collect the rates owing to try and avoid the next step,” he said.

“Our rates pay for vital services to be delivered to residents and visitors to our region including road maintenance, parks, library services, public lighting, kerbside rubbish services and so much more.”

There are 33 properties included in the rate recovery action and are located throughout Somerset.

Fields are under attack

Fernvale Sports Park is latest hooning victim

VANDALS have caused more than $100,000 in damage to two Somerset sports parks, after they severed electrical cables to lights and performed burnouts across the fields.

The acts will cost clubs tens of thousands in canteen revenue and force teams to play away games for the foreseeable future.

Between 10am on Tuesday, April 23, and 6am on Wednesday, April 24, vandals cut through the cables of several light towers at the Fernvale sports ground, adjacent

AFC has said this latest act of vandalism will cost Council over $100,000 to replace and repair, with Rattlers president Graham Smith estimating the club would lose anything from $10,000 to $20,000 from kiosk takings and other things.

A flabbergasted Mr Smith voiced his dismay, saying “the effect on community sport is horrendous”.

He also stressed that “we’re a volunteer organisation”.

Mr Smith said a new training ground had to

the Rattlers seniors would be played at away venues until further notice.

The damage came just one week after vandals destroyed a soccer field at the Lowood Recreational Complex, by driving onto the field and completing several burnouts.

Both facilities are managed by user groups for the benefit of the community, and owned by Somerset Regional Council.

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said it’s likely the vandals pulled the cables out of the ground looking

“This damage is extremely at implementing further provisions to stop these vandals in the future.”

Regarding the Lowood vandalism, Cr Wendt said the recreational complex had cameras and captured footage of the offending vehicle in action.

“We need to work together to send a clear message that our community will not tolerate this, or any type, of antisocial behaviour,” he said. Anyone with information about the vandalism at either sports field is asked to contact police.

Construction to begin on Waraba’s essential infrastructure

UNITYWATER will start construction next month of the new wastewater network, which will provide essential services to over half of the 70,000 people set to call the new city of Waraba (formerly Caboolture West) home over the next 40 years.

The first stage of this network will see water and wastewater infrastructure delivered in partnership

between Unitywater and six private development companies before late 2025.

Unitywater Executive Manager Mike Basterfield said the utility’s component of this work is part of their $1.8 billion investment, over the next five years, in water and wastewater infrastructure to shape healthy and thriving communities.

“Positioned under the ground, water and wastewater networks aren’t often front of mind, but they are

essential to protecting public health, enabling economic growth and ensuring environmental sustainability,” Mr Basterfield said.

“By working together with land developers and government to connect Waraba to our existing networks, we can sequence construction of these underpinning essentials for maximum efficiency, allowing the more visible aspects of a new land development to then begin taking shape.

“We’re pleased to have

been able to engage a local delivery partner, creating more than 70 new jobs during construction.”

This first stage of wastewater network construction will see delivery of a new wastewater pumping station.

‘NDP1’ as the first approved stage of development in Waraba will deliver 2,500 homes.

Last month, construction commenced on the first of the new housing developments in NDP1,

‘Lilywood

The connecting wastewater infrastructure unlocks the delivery of not only these homes in NDP1, but also underpins the ultimate network that will service approximately 30,000 homes in the wider Waraba area.

More information about Unitywater’s Waraba wastewater project is available at www.communityhub. unitywater.com/ caboolture-westwastewater-network.

Landings’ by Lennium Group.

Caboolture West wastewater network

The soccer field at the Lowood Recreational Complex (and right).

Electrical cables were also cut at the The Fernvale Sports Park.

Celebrating 10 years of fighting against dementia

Neumann MP joins in anniversary lunch

THE Lowood and District Friendship Group celebrated 10 years of supporting people living with dementia, as well as their carers.

The group aims to raise awareness of dementia, improve people’s understanding of prevention and help people live well with dementia.

A commemorative lunch was held at the Lowood Bowls Club on Tuesday April 23, with Federal Member for Blair, Shayne Neumann, attending and congratulating the group on the significant milestone.

“I attended the very first meeting of the Lowood and District Friendship Group back in 2014, so I really wanted to be a part of this special occasion today,” he said.

“It’s been wonderful to be part of this journey over the last decade, and I want to wish them a happy 10th birthday and commend the terrific work they do in the community.”

Mr Neumann said

dementia was on track to become the leading cause of disability in Australia in the next few years.

“This is why the former Federal Labor Government agreed to make it a National Health Priority in 2012,” he said.

“And it’s why the Albanese Government is now working with state and territory governments to develop a new 10 year National Dementia Action Plan, which is expected to be in place from this year.

“The plan will provide short, medium and longterm actions over the next 10 years to improve the wellbeing and quality of life for people living with dementia, their carers and families.”

The Lowood and District Friendship Group was first established by Lions Club of Lowood president Yvonne Hawkins, and Lynette Reck, with the Lions Club being proud to support the project.

“Dementia is challenging and complex not only for

those who have it, but for their family members and friends as well,” Yvonne said.

“The group started because we felt it was important for locals to find the necessary support and information, considering dementia affects people in this area just like it aff society in general.

“The group appreciates the support of the local community in the past 10 years, and we look forward to continuing to provide this service.”

In 2024, it is estimated that more than 421,000 Australians live with dementia – including more than 2,500 people in Ipswich and the Somerset Region.

are vital,” he said.

Mr Neumann said it was vital for people experiencing early changes in cognition to access information, support and services as early as possible.

“People in rural

Mr Neumann said it was important to understand that dementia “affects all families in our communities, across every region”.

“People living with dementia will benefit from early diagnosis, earlier treatment and greater social

Friendship Group for the great work they do, and congratulate them on 10 years of support for the Lowood community.”

The group meets at 9.30am on the fourth Tuesday of the month, at the Open Door Gallery. Lowood.

Children get dental education

A UNIQUE children’s dental health education program is brightening smiles across the West Moreton Health region, with more than 18,000 students benefitting from valuable tooth tips.

With a focus on early intervention and engagement, West Moreton’s long-running Keep Your Smile for Life program has delivered preventative dental information at more than 80 primary schools including in Boonah, Esk, and Gatton.

Last year, the program received a custom-built education van, the first of its kind in Queensland.

Dental Health Clinical Staff visit West Moreton primary schools in the mobile clinic to teach students about food and drink choices, lunchbox tips, dental disease and the importance of looking after your teeth.

Students in Years 5 and 6 also take part in food-based experiments, while all children receive a new toothbrush and oral healthcare information to take home.

The program complements regular check-ups and dental treatment provided by mobile dental vans at schools across Queensland.

150 new childcare places coming to Morayfield Esk trees get ready for the cold

A CHILDCARE centre and swim school has been announced for Morayfield, amid southeast Queensland’s critical childcare shortage.

Morayfield Marketplace has officially commenced construction on Oakey Flat Road, and is set to open early next year with 150 childcare places on offer.

The project by local developer Adpen will include a childcare centre, swim school and 80 residential lots in one of the biggest growth corridors in the Moreton Bay region.

The viability of Morayfield is set to boost significantly in coming years, with the

project forecast to create around 400 construction jobs and 60 permanent jobs.

Adam Pennisi emphasised his personal commitment behind this initiative, citing his own experience as a father and the challenges faced by families in securing childcare services.

families waiting too long to secure a place in a local centre, the investment

accessing childcare services, opportunities for

project aligns with the anticipated growth of Moreton Bay, which is projected to reach a population of 800,000 residents by 2046.

“With childcare centres in the region operating at full capacity and an expected influx of 8,000 new homes in the area, Adpen’s investment comes at a crucial juncture,” Mr Pennisi said.

“This project promises to breathe new life, investment, and job prosperity into the Moreton Bay region, positioning it as a vibrant and family-friendly community for years to come.”

ESK Country Women’s Association has received Council approval to continue annual attraction of placing knitted jumpers on selected trees in Esk.

Somerset Deputy Mayor Helen Brieschke welcomed the creative display, saying it’s “a lovely sight”.

“It’s a colourful handcrafted display that gets people talking in the community,” she said.

The display is on from the start of May until the end of July.

A new childcare centre will open in Morayfield. Photo Photo credit: Adpen.

Shayne Neumann, Yvonne Hawkins and Lynette Reck cut the celebration cake

Cruisin’ into Caboolture

◗ CABOOLTURE was a hub of fun on Sunday, April 28, as adults and kids flocked to see the cars on display at Cruisin’ Caboolture, with a few spits of rain not being enough to scare away the crowds.

Everything from vintage to modern, high

both outside and inside. With the hoods popped and windows rolled down, many could have an upclose look at the engines, vintage radios and well-kept seats. There was also a display of vintage police cars, along with a Mustang, Biuk,

Chevy, and even a monster truck, just to name a few of the many on display. Lots of laughs were also had away from the cars, with live performances playing on the big stage throughout the day, along with children rides and food trucks.

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Entertainer Lena

Sarah, Dylan, Anna and Emilia

Hayley Marsten performance

Connor and Sammy

Entertainers Hilly and Sissy

Transformer, Kya, Zoe and Caleb

Vicky looking stunning

Everyone had a peek in the cars

Jeff and Vivian Tony with his vintage police car

Volunteer recognised for hard work

Sue White retires after being a Fernvale tourism ambassador for almost 20 years

◗ Marina Gomide PASSIONATE Somerset resident, Sue White, has been recognised by Somerset Regional Council for almost 20 years of volunteer service.

The 83-year-old retired from her role as tourism ambassador at the Fernvale Visitor Information Centre after 18 years, due to her family asking her to take a step back from the many community jobs she was doing.

“I would sometimes go 10 days without being home,” Mrs White said.

“It wasn’t until my family said something that I even considered retiring.”

Mrs White has stepped back from three roles, including the visitor centre, giving her more time to pursue her hobbies such as gardening and painting.

Despite being called “invaluable” by Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt, Mrs White maintains she is just “an ordinary old thing” and the recognition she receives is unnecessary, as she is “just stepping down” due to getting older.

“Nothing special about it,”

the dedicated volunteer said.

Mrs White did say she was overwhelmed with the farewell celebration and enjoyed it, as “it was lovely to see everybody”.

Her work at the Fernvale Visitor Information Centre started after she moved to the region, before the information centre even formally existed.

As a retired tourism agent, she enjoyed still being able to work with tourists and show them around the Wivenhoe Dam and Somerset area.

“Tourism is so important

for Somerset,” she said.

“We need more volunteers who can continue servicing the area and help it grow.”

Cr Wendt took the opportunity during council’s meeting on Wednesday, April 24, to recognise the efforts of Mrs White.

“I had the absolute honour of joining other Somerset Council volunteers and team members in saying thank you to Sue for her dedicated contribution to the region,” Cr Wendt said.

“We will forever be grateful and appreciative of the many hours Sue

dedicated and gave to helping Somerset residents and visitors to our beautiful region.”

Somerset councillor Michael Bishop encouraged residents to look at opportunities to follow in Mrs White’s footsteps.

“Passionate Somerset residents are encouraged to join Council’s volunteering team as tourism ambassadors,” Cr Bishop said.

“Tourism is a growth industry for Somerset and volunteering offers plenty of rewards.

“There are incentives offered to volunteers and training is provided and above all else, it is a rewarding experience where friendships are made.”

With visitor information centres located in Esk, Kilcoy and Fernvale, and art galleries in Toogoolawah and Lowood, there are plenty of opportunities to volunteer.

Volunteer application packages are available from any of the four facilities, Council offices or Council’s website: www.somerset.qld.

Tax cuts for every taxpayer

BreastScreen driving to Kilcoy

THE BreastScreen

Queensland mobile service will be at Kilcoy Hospital in May, offering free breast screening for women 40 years and over.

BreastScreen Queensland is making some changes this year, and will be offering more early and late appointments, including appointments up to 4.30pm on Tuesday May 28.

“Women have told us that they need appointment times which fit in with busy lives. So, this year we will have some appointments available after 3pm for women who work, study or are caring for others,” Health Promotion Officer Gillian Duffy said.

Research shows that, for women aged 50 to 75 years, a breast screen every two years is the best way to detect breast cancer early, well before a woman or her GP can

notice any changes. A breast screen appointment takes less than 30 minutes, and a doctor’s referral is not needed.

“You do need to book ahead for a breast screen, to make sure you find an appointment at a time which suits you,” Ms Duffy said.

BreastScreen Queensland mobile service will be in Kilcoy from May 23 to 31. There is a permanent BreastScreen service in Caboolture, which also offers early, late and Saturday appointments.

To find your nearest service or to book an appointment, call 13 20 50 or visit breastscreen.qld.

Sue White cutting her retirement cake

ANZAC Day Reflections

With some 20 different services held across the Glass House electorate every ANZAC Day, I simply can’t be everywhere. So I want to pass on my thanks to Michelle (Wamuran), Rowena (Mt Mee), Sarah (Caboolture), Matthew (Maleny) and Wendy (Glasshouse Mountains) for representing me and laying a wreath on my behalf at the ceremonies I couldn’t attend. I am very grateful.

The services I attended personally were poignant and powerful and I’m constantly awed by the increasing numbers of locals that come out to commemorate this pivotal day. We will remember them! Lest we forget!

Latest Local Heroes Winners

Congratulations to the first winners of my Local

Powell’s Pitch

with Andrew Powell State Member for Glass House

this time around, I simply couldn’t narrow it down.

The winners are …

· Maleny State High School – to assist with producing their yearbook;

· Health Smallacombe – sponsorship for the National Athletics Championships in Adelaide for U/18 Men’s 100 and 200m sprints;

· Waraba Cricket Club –supporting the costs of rebranding from ‘Moreton Valley’ to ‘Waraba’ Cricket Club and the purchase of equipment to help start a junior cricket program;

· Maleny Country Fair –funding to put on the fair;

· Sacred Heart Church Maleny – supporting the costs associated with hosting a 100th anniversary celebration; and

· Maleny Netball Association – assistance

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Graeme, Glenn, Horace, David, and Cr Adam Hain

Stella and David from Caboolture

Bill from Caboolture with his restored 1990 Perentiy ambulance Caboolture Anzac Day march

101 ACU Kilcoy

Timor Leste

1st Intelligence Battalion

Kaea, Holley, Leon, Zachary and Wilem from St Columban’s Caboolture

Two students from Kilcoy State High School prepare to lay a wreath

Parade led by 2 14 Light horse Regt

Mylie Beacham from TSHS Esk service Veterans gathered at service

Hilary Berger talks to the gathering at Wamuran on Anzac Day.

More than 1000 people attended the Anzac Day service in Wamuran.

103 ACU Burpengary

McLai Pipes and Drums

Children from Capers Child Care placed an item at the monument in Wamuran.

Veterans marching at Woodford

Mount Delaney Pony Club

Mylie Beacham and Blake Pearsonschool captains

Grace Jardine, Paul Maher and Ash Pratt - Student Council Executive

Lachlan Carseldine, Kaylee Hill and Thomas FaheyCadets

Moreton Bay Small Business HubCaboolture

When: Thursday May 2nd, 9.00am - 12.00pm

Where: Caboolture Library, 4 Hasking Street, Caboolture

Info: The City of Moreton Bay Council and the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training - North Coast Region are providing the opportunity to connect face to face with small businesses in the region through our Small Business Hubs. We can assist with advice on: Free mentoring and business guidance, Access to grants and financial assistance, Resources to make it easier to employ apprentices and trainees. Free. Bookings required.

Mini Orchid Show

When: Thursday - Saturday, May 2nd - 4th, 7am - 8pm

Where: Caboolture Square, King Street, Caboolture Info: Look and enjoy our members orchid displays, check out pants for sale just for you or the perfect Mother’s Day gift.

Woodford Night Markets

When: Friday May 3rd, 5pm - 9pm

Where: Binambi Place, Archer Street, Woodford Info: Food trucks, Market Stalls, Entertainment.

Gardening in Extremes

When: Friday May 3rd, 10.30am - 12.00pm

Where: Lowood Library 1 Michel Street

Lowood

Info: Brisbane based gardening enthusiast

and author Kate Wall will teach you how to set up your garden to weather flooding and drought. We will learn how to manage and use weeds and reduce your environmental impact through gardening. Join Kate to learn about creating a garden that works without all the hard work. Jointly funded by the Australian Government and Queensland Government under DRFA (Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements). Bookings

Essential. Phone 5424 4000.

Beachmere Mobile Library stop

When: Friday May 3rd, 9am - 4pm

Where: Clayton Park, Cnr Biggs Avenue & Main Street, Beachmere Info: Moreton Bay Region Libraries comes to you with our mobile library service. Browse a changing selection of books and resources, pick up your ordered items or use the computer service. 1 public PC with internet access, colour and black and white printing and copying - fees apply.

Playtime (Fridays)Burpengary

When: Friday May 3rd, 9.30am - 10.00am Where: Burpengary Library, 121 Station Road, Burpengary

Info: Introduce your child to the wonderful world of free play. Have fun playing with your child, making up stories together and sharing in their delight as they make new discoveries.

Playtime is a fully resourced opportunity for parents and children 0 - 5 years to play,

pick up early literacy tips, network with other parents and make new friends. Free. No bookings required.

Board Game ClubWoodford

When: Friday May 3rd, 4.30pm - 5.30pm

Where: Woodford Library, 1 Elizabeth Street, Woodford

Info: Grab your friends after school for some friendly competition with our board games and card games.

Drop in. All ages welcome. Free. Facilitated by our friendly library staff. Runs every Friday.

Redcliffe Gem Club Market Day

When: Saturday May 4th, 9am - 3pm

Where: Redcliffe Lapidary Building, Redcliffe Showgrounds, Scarborough Rd, Redcliffe

Info: Our market day affords the general public a rare opportunity to participate in an educational lapidary experience, through both conversation and demonstrations.

The club has even curated specialised activities for the kids – including mining education, and we will cut open thunderegg for you to be amazed by.

Gem traders from across the country have secured stalls at our market day and will be selling to the public their precious stones, opals, jewelry and machinery.

Pets in Public SpacesInformation Session

When: Saturday May 4th, 7am - 11am

Where: Penson Park, 25 Ann Street, Kallangur

Info: Join Council Rangers

to learn about your responsibilities as a pet owner. Get some tips, advice and pick up some freebies at this pet-friendly education event. FREE microchipping for your registered dog at each event. No booking required.

Bromelaid & Foliage

Frenzy

When: Saturday & Sunday 4th - 5th May, 8am Where: Minimbah State School, Cnr Walkers Rd & Minimbah Dr, Morayfield

Info: Many varieties of bromeliads, sun-tropical foliage, anthuriums, orchids, succulents, ferns and more!

Free entry, raffle, wheelchair friendly, unlimited parking, EFTPOS, refreshments.

Seniors Morning Tea

When: Wednesday May 8th, 9.30am - 11.30am

Where: Woodford Memorial Hall

Info: A free Seniors morning tea and live entertainment run by Woodford Lions Club Inc. All seniors welcome.

RSVP: 0439 736 604.

Roundup Country

Music Club

When: Saturday May 11th, 11.30am

Where: Senior Citizens Centre, 24 Haskings Street Caboolture

Info: Everyone welcome, we have all music Country, country rock, blues new music all age groups. We have a fun day. Walkups welcome. Meals and drinks available. Lots of raffles etc free tea and coffee. Come along and have a great time. Price $8 members, $8.50

non members. Phone Rob on 0409 769 887 or Michelle on 0407 271 009.

Free COVID and Flu Vaccine Clinic

When: Saturday May 11th, 10.00am - 2.00pm

Where: Caboolture Hub (Learning & Business Centre), 4 Hasking St, Caboolture

Info: Community vaccine services are free to Medicare and non-Medicare card holders. All ages over 5 years welcome. Pre-book your appointment OR walk ins welcome (waiting times may apply to walk ins). Tea, coffee and snacks available for all at the venue. Find out more: bit.ly/48TMKmX

Mother’s DayExchange Hotel Kilcoy

When: Sunday May 12th, 11.30am - 8.00pm Where: Exchange Hotel, Kilcoy

Info: Happy Mother’s Day! Show Mum just how much you care with a date at Exchange Hotel Sunday. Lunch and dinner specials available for all table bookings! All Mums receive a complimentary glass of bubbles included in the meal price. Call us on (07) 5497 1331 to book your table and go in the draw to WIN A $150 MOTHER’S DAY HAMPER!

Woodford Golf ClubLADIES’ OPEN DAY

When: Wednesday May 15th, 8.30am Where: Woodford Golf Club

Info: There will be three divisions while the format is single stableford, with prizes awarded for the top

placegetter in each division while there are also prizes for approaches, nearestthe-pins, accuracy and longest drives. Nominations close on May 10. The cost will be $25 per player (payable on the day), with bookings required through the nomination form at www.woodfordgolfclub. com.au/ladies

Kilcoy Multicultural Carnival

When: Friday May 17th, 3.00pm - 7.00pm Where: Yowie Park, Kilcoy Info: Yowie Park will come alive with a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of diversity, featuring a showcase of cultural acts and demonstrations. This free event will feature performances from various cultural groups, showcasing their traditional dances, music, and customs. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our community.

Red Ride 2024 - Ride Against Domestic Violence

When: Saturday May 18th, 10am Where: Caboolture Showgrounds

Info: Red Ride is a motorbike ride, car show and family day to raise much needed funds for NFP groups that support individuals and families impacted by domestic violence. Gates open 10am. There will be information sessions on domestic violence, food vendors and market stalls. There will also be a bike show.

Time Out

Earth Day unites Linville

Locals come together to learn about soil health

◗ Liam Hauser

Lowood Lions Lions celebrate 50th

◗ Liam Hauser

THE Lowood and District Memorial Bowls Club was almost a full house, as the Lions Club of Lowood held its third Trivia Spectacular on Friday April 19, with the Bowls Club.

With the Lowood Lions celebrating their 50th year of activity in the district, fittingly the theme for the night was ‘Lions’.

Lowood Lions vicepresident Cliff James said it was an “exceptional fun

filled night”.

“There was a great atmosphere, and the questions were developed to be entertaining, but with enough difficulty to make the teams work for the win and to prove just who were the trivia champions on the night,” he said. There were 120 trivia enthusiasts and 16 teams, with Wednesday Wafflers winning the night. There was also a competition for the best dressed table, with

Lion Kings a clear winner.

Apart from a community activity and lots of fun, one of the major objectives was fundraising for the Lions Club of Lowood.

More than $2,100 was raised, with the success largely due to the support from the Lowood branch of Bendigo Bank, which provided $500 to purchase locally sourced prizes.

The next trivia extravaganza will be on September 13.

BETWEEN 50 and 60 people gathered at the Linville Community Hall for an International Earth Day event on Sunday, April 21, with plenty of activities and food on offer.

Event organisers Friends of the Forest Inc. raised more than $500 for the purposes of wildlife care in the local area.

Despite rainy weather, those in attendance were keen to have a chat and to check out the native plant stall, pop-up op shop, preserves table and information displays.

Friends of the Forest Inc. president Carolita Fuentes said, “The main purpose of the event was to raise awareness of what we can do in our own backyards in regards to helping restore soil health, which is the basis for the health of all life forms, including us.

“It’s important to

understand the connection between healthy soil and regenerative food production, drought and flood mitigation, ecosystem and biodiversity restoration, and climate balance.”

More than half of the attendees stayed to listen to a talk from Dr Sandra Tuszynska, an agricultural

forms and also sequesters carbon amongst other vital roles,” Ms Fuentes said.

Ms Fuentes also said “it was marvellous to see pictures of the unseen world beneath our feet”.

“We achieved all our goals in providing an opportunity for people to connect, meet other like-minded folk,

Best dressed team: Lion Kings (main)

Winning trivia team: Wednesday Wafflers (right)

Attendees listen to a talk from agricultural scientist Dr Sandra Tuszynska

Henry Somerset

China’s tech advantage

When I went off grid for electricity, the choice was a Tesla or a BYD battery.

USA vs China showed the Chinese battery had twice the capacity for the same price. The value equation is the same as all those rows of Chinese electrical goods at your favourite shop.

But I did a bit of research which highlights why Prime Minister Albanese’s Made in Australia billion dollar campaign is but a drip in the roaring river of modern technology and manufacturing. Here’s a start. BYD, which started in 1996 near Shenzen, just behind Hong Kong, has more engineers than all the engineers employed in Australia.

China produces 3.6 million STEM graduates a year compared to the 820,000 engineers, scientists and mathematicians in the USA each year.

BYD employs each year more new STEM graduates than all Australian universities

produce each year. Mind you, we outdo them in lawyers. What’s more useful to increasing productivitySTEM or lawyers?

Each day, BYD lists 19 new patents - that’s more than Australia. Each Day.

If you catch the airport bus at either Brisbane or Sydney most are now electric, made by BYD.

And now you can buy their electric cars, of which they make 3 million a year. At their height 20 years ago, Ford and GM made 100,000 cars in Australia.

It’s tough being tough these days

Everyone has heard about the Seven Wonders of the World but some of you won’t have heard of, or don’t believe in, the eighth wonder — man flu.

Former CHO and now Guv. Dr Jeanette Young, once described Covid as a “wicked virus”. Man flu is not just wicked, it’s evil — a highlycontagious strain of influenza that only post-pubescent biological males can catch.

Epidemiological data indicates that men may have a higher risk of hospital admission and mortality from influenza compared to women, but I won’t bore you with the medical reasons for this.

A little while ago I miraculously recovered from the potentially deadly man flu. Can you believe, I’m hoping to do the same again. Yes, the evil virus has struck again.

During my recent convalescence I pondered some of the myths and lies spread by those uncaring man flu deniers.

For example, about seven years ago I remember reading

an article which “explores whether men are wimps or just immunologically inferior”.

I bet that high-and-mighty scribe also wrote an article claiming child birth was difficult and painful and men couldn’t do it.

Yeah? Well, according to the progressive experts among us, men can have babies. That blows the theory about men being wimps.

So keep your chins up fellas. The deniers might have fun at our expense but we know who’s right when it comes to man flu. We’ll just have to suffer in silence, as usual.

Farmers get help

This has to be the joke of the year, maybe the century.

The Queensland Government is offering farmers “bargaining lessons to reduce their farm gate losses” and “practical workshops to upskill them in the art of negotiating with the supermarket behemoths”.

Stop laughing. Premier Dr Steven Miles is serious when he says things like, “It’s about equipping farmers with the information and training to get the best deal for themselves, their families and their farms.”

This shite comes from a man who is presiding over a government that can’t negotiate its way out of a bubble bath. When they sit down with unions they accept the union demands and simply add the cost to the State budget — code for “Queenslanders pay dearly”.

Miles presides over a government that couldn’t hit a cost estimate with a scatter gun. Every project this government touches sees eye-watering cost blow outs — billions of dollars in some cases. Yes, farmers need all the help they can get but please, don’t let the Miles Government be the supplier.

On the same day as the Premier made his generous offer to farmers, his dropkick Treasurer, Cameron Dick, admitted the State debt was expected to grow to $188 billion in four years.

The government’s fouryear big build infrastructure program has already increased in cost from $89 billion to $96 billion, with every indication this will blow out significantly. And this delusional mob think they are qualified to

WEASEY’S PROPERTY REPORT

If you’ve found your dream home, but you haven’t yet sold your existing property – a bridging loan may be the answer.

When it comes to timing the sale of your current property and the purchase of a new one, owners who are not under duress are faced with the choice of selling before buying or buying before selling.

Selling first offers the advantage of knowing exactly how much you can allocate towards your next purchase, but may involve the inconvenience of finding temporary accommodation and higher purchase prices down the track.

Buying before selling can avoid the hassle of moving

multiple times and take advantage of the current market, however, it often necessitates a new financial structure in the meantime.

A bridging loan is a shortterm facility designed to span the gap between buying your new property and selling your current one – and there are both benefits and risks to be aware of.

Essentially, it offers a line of credit to cover the period between buying the new property and receiving settlement funds from the sale of the old one. This can be crucial in competitive markets where timing can make all the difference in securing your ideal property.

It also removes the stress of aligning settlement dates

The biggest vehicle manufacturers in Australia now are Kenworth in Melbourne and Volvo/Mack in Brisbane making heavy duty trucks, using imported engines, drivelines and electrics. But at least that plays to our country’s unique requirements. We even import much of the bitumen four roads, let alone refined fuel for our cars, trucks and tractors. Our backup fuel is stored in the USA and we have less than 30 days

fuel stored in Australia. Just hope that if we are attacked, that war is over quickly or our army will be stranded.

Australia is very good at mining and agricultureworld class.

But the support for STEM and specialist technical skills in these areas is poorly funded and supported in our schools and universities. Two of this state’s agricultural colleges were closed by the Queensland government. But we continue to churn out lawyers and soft subject graduates.

We aren’t producing enough nurses, teachers, truck drivers, mechanics (diesel let alone electric).

As a result we rely increasingly on migrant skilled workers - then don’t provide the housing and other infrastructure for a growing population.

Say what you like about the growing Chinese influence in this and other democratic countries, but you have to

give financial advice and impart negotiating skills to the peasants?

If the following statement by our Treasurer is anything to go by, all Queenslanders, and Queensland farmers in particular, have everything to fear: “Queensland never stops working, Queensland will never retire, and our economy will never stop growing”.Not sure about the continued growth of the economy, but continued growth of State debt is guaranteed under Miles and Dick.

Hide the pepper

If you sneeze while driving, you could be hit with a $5222 fine or six months in prison. True. Naturally there are any number of mitigation circumstances that might help you escape the severity of that penalty, but the threat is there.

Given that a sneeze is “a sudden involuntary expulsion of air from the nose and mouth due to irritation of one’s nostrils”, it seems a bit unfair to be punished, but a sneeze could seriously affect your safe driving capability.

Here’s some handy hints. When you next get behind the

between properties, giving you more control over the transition process. A bridging loan enables you to borrow considerably more money than you might have under normal circumstances. This is because the lender understands that your overall home loan debt will decrease once your current property is sold and the loan amount is repaid, therefore the arrangement is temporary. Interest on a bridging loan is calculated daily and charged monthly like usual. This means that the longer it takes to sell your current property, the more interest you’ll accrue. If you end up selling your home for less than expected, you may have a higher home loan balance

than anticipated originally. Bridging loans have a maximum term of 12 months, so consider that failing to sell your property within that one-year loan term could be considered a default. Your lender may potentially step in to assist with the sale, which could result in a financial loss. Eligibility is dependent on the specific criteria of your existing lender. Often you would need to have had a credit facility with your bank for at least six months and be an individual (not a trading company) or part of a family/ unit/hybrid trust. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to make interest-only payments on the total debt during the bridging period, which may

admit they are getting a big payoff for investing heavily in STEM education and advanced technology and manufacturing. I had a problem with a tractor which required a new electrical gizmo. The European manufacturer ordered the part direct from, you guessed it, China.

We have to realise it’s not nimble fingers in long manufacturing lines, not any longer cheap labour (average Chinese labour rates are between a third and half Aussie pay).

It’s because they have the more advanced technology. Kids, you are just going to have to concentrate on those Maths and Sciences lessonsand do the average 40 hours a week homework that Chinese students do.

wheel but think you might sneeze anytime during the journey, cancel the trip or hand over to a non-sneezing driver.

And if you’re driving and feel a sneeze coming on, drive across the border. The fine in NSW is only $1100.

Just briefly

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson recently released a collectors’ edition of her gin and vodka range to celebrate her 70th birthday in late May.

Either the booze has been setting sales records or she’s been giving out too many samples, but something has been numbing the brains of that mob in Canberra recently.

I was surprised to hear State Health Ministers are calling on the Feds to introduce strong vaping laws to prevent “devastating health impacts to children”. It was only months ago that then Queensland Education Minister Grace Grace was saying “Vaping crisis? What vaping crisis?” when asked about the problem in our schools.

Different newspaper editorials carried the headlines “Olympics need bold vision” and “Games need vision and

involve paying interest on two loans simultaneously, but you can repay early without penalties.

Once the bridging loan is repaid, your ongoing home loan typically reverts to a Principal and Interest repayment option so it’s important to budget for future P & I costs after the bridging loan period ends.

If the risks associated with bridging finance are too daunting, alternatives include negotiating longer settlement periods, or including conditions on the contract to rent back your home from the new owner in the short term.

Understanding the advantages and risks

associated with different approaches is essential for

By SKINHEAD

leadership”. Good luck finding that in Queensland right now.

Gossip says Treasurer Tricky Dicky will have to increase a lot more than mining royalties to help cover the cost of payouts to workers who lost their jobs for refusing Covid vaccinations. If Brittany Higgins could get a $2.4 million taxpayer-funded payout before any court made any determination, imagine what unfairly sacked workers should get.

Spare a thought for the young lady who lives in a small block of units. She reckons her neighbour yells at his kids so loudly she even cleans her teeth and goes to bed.

Quote of the Week: “The message out of the poll for me ... is that we need to do much more work to expose David Crisafulli”. — Treasurer Cameron Dick on recent election poll results. (Wrong, Mr Dick. The message is you need to improve your government. We’re capable of judging you and the Opposition.)

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with Chris Wease, Senior Sales Agent at Remax Living, Woodford.

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- Luxurious tropical gardens

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-Barn animal shed 9m x 9m

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-Charming seasonal creek and a reed lined dam

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Rural C Pregnancy Testing in Cattle

PREGNANCY testing

stands as a cornerstone in effective herd management, offering producers a valuable tool to streamline decision-making and eliminate guesswork. At Kilcoy Vet Practice, we recognise the significance of this practice in optimising farm operations. Here’s why pregnancy testing cattle is essential:

Identifying NonProductive Breeders: By pinpointing nonproductive breeders and heifers early on, producers can make informed decisions regarding culling strategies, ensuring optimal herd composition and productivity.

Managing Surplus Females: Pregnancy testing aids in the efficient management of surplus females, enabling producers to allocate resources effectively and maintain

herd balance.

Identifying Productive Breeders: It allows for the identification of productive breeders, a trait with reasonable heritability, thus informing breeding decisions for future generations.

Estimating Calving Distribution and Body Condition: Pregnancy testing facilitates the estimation of calving distribution, weaning, and breeder body condition, providing insights crucial for strategic management practices.

Managing High-Risk Cows: Identification of cows at high risk of calving late in the dry season enables proactive management strategies to mitigate associated risks.

Detecting Infertility and Disease: Early detection of infertility and disease through pregnancy testing helps prevent potential

production losses and ensures the overall health of the herd.

Facilitating Assisted Reproduction Programs:

For those engaging in AI/ET/IVF programs, pregnancy testing ensures the suitability of breeders, optimising the success of reproductive technologies.

Methods and Timing: Pregnancy testing can be performed manually via rectal palpation from six weeks post-breeding. Producers with year-round mating are advised to conduct pregnancy testing at least biannually to stay ahead of management requirements.

Dr Kevin Agius, accredited by the Australian Cattle Vets Association, brings expertise in pregnancy testing to Kilcoy Vet Practice. His proficiency ensures accurate results and invaluable insights for your herd management needs.

Pregnancy testing serves as a timely reminder for proactive herd management, guiding decisions to optimise productivity and health. Kilcoy Vet Practice stands ready to support your herd health initiatives. Contact us today for personalized guidance and comprehensive veterinary

For more information, reach out to Kilcoy Vet Practice at 54971 511 or email Reception@KilcoyVet.

EUMUNDI

207 head were sold at Stariha Auctions Eumundi cattle sale on Tuesday. The cow prices held up well in the current market, along with any quality cattle. Plainer types and veal continue to sell to easing rates, in line with the market trend.

Garry Stonebridge, Obi Obi, sold Euro cows to a top of $1370 and weaner steers for $1030.

Charmaine Duke, Tuchekoi, sold Droughtmaster weaner

cows for $1190 & $1080.

Adam & Kylie Torrielli, Conondale, sold Brown Swiss cows for $1290.

Russ & Jan Munro, Brooloo, sold aged Brahman cows for $1100.

WOODFORD

271 head were sold at Stariha Auctions Woodford cattle sale on Monday. Several new buyers were operating, along with local restockers, resulting in younger cattle selling to much improved rates for the quality on offer. Cows and veal prices remained

sold Droughtmaster weaner steers for $900.

Roseville Partners, Mt Kilcoy, sold Murray Grey cows to a top of $1390.

Alec Parker, Delaneys Creek, sold Droughtmaster weaner steers for $890, Limousin cross steer calves for $620 and heifer calves for $440 & $400.

Anthony Klein, Cedarton, sold lines of Charolais and Droughtmaster cross steer calves, 3-4 months, for $550 & $490.

Calli & Co, Mt Mee, sold Santa cows for $1250.

Mcsweeny Farm Trust, Stony Creek, sold Charbray male calves for $550.

Josh Sippel, Mt Mee, sold

Rural Cattle Sales

AIHW data reinforces the need for targeted investment in rural health

A NEW update released from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) shows that people living in very remote areas were hospitalised at almost twice the rate compared to major cities. Data also shows that access to General Practitioner visits was lowest in remote and very remote communities.

“Such appalling disparities should be rectified with targeted investment and innovative

approaches. Your postcode should not determine your access to health care,” said National Rural Health Alliance Chairperson, Nicole O’Reilly.

According to the AIHW analysis of data from the 2022 Australian Bureau of Statistics National Health Survey, health risks due to alcohol and smoking as well as arthritis, mental health issues and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, are some of the

significant health concerns that take a toll on rural communities.

“We need high quality, culturally safe primary healthcare in rural areas, especially for prevention and management of health and behavioural risk factors and chronic conditions. This would significantly reduce the reliance on the acute hospital sector and rectify enduring disparities in health outcomes,” Ms O’Reilly said.

AIHW data shows that 17.5 per cent of the population in outer regional and remote areas smoke, compared to 9.3 per cent in major cities, while 32.7 per cent of those living in outer regional and remote areas exceeded lifetime alcohol risk guidelines.

The proportion of the adult population who are overweight or obese is high, at 69.6 per cent of people in regional and remote areas.

“The annual health

underspend in rural Australian areas is a whopping $6.55 billion, which equates to about $850 less spent on health per person per year. It shows that our rural communities are treated as second-class citizens when it comes to health care,” Ms O’Reilly said.

“The government needs to invest in place-based models of care which meet local needs and recognise that funding models that

work in the city do not work where markets are thin or failing. The Alliance has proposed a model of care and funding – Primary care Rural Integrated Multidisciplinary Health Services (PRIM-HS) which would be a solution for many rural communities.

“We are also calling on the Federal government to establish a National Rural Health Strategy to bring together state and federal rural health priorities.”

Moreton Saleyards market report

AGENTS Boyd O’Brien

Bartholomew reported a yarding of 274 head. Close to half the yarding consisted of cows with the export market easing again as processors dominate the market. Export prices eased by 5 to 10 cents on the previous weeks market. Feeder cattle remained firm, with limited numbers yarded. The weaner and yearling market remained solid.

T Klan Vealer Heifers Angus x 210.2c/kg $746 Blair & Dossetor sold Yearling Heifers Charolais x 245.2c/kg $839c/kg. Pryde Pastoral sold Yearling Steers Santa x 317.2c/kg $872c/kg.

A Strong Weaner sold Steers Charolais x 367.2c/ kg $1153c/kg.

D Taylor sold Show Quality Steers Charolais x

Southern Queensland’s most progressive live weight centre Selling Tuesdays for all classes of Trade & Export cattle Excellent calf market assured Part loads arranged

400.0c/kg $1602c/kg.

B6 Rural sold Feeder Steers Charolais x 296.2c/ kg $1387c/kg.

G &K Phipps sold Pasture Steers Charolais x 268.2c/ kg $1488c/kg.

SC Williams sold Trade Heifers Santa 248.2c/kg $1020c/kg.

K Davison sold Heavy Cows Charolais x 223.2c/kg $1595c/kg.

Kerry Klan sold Medium

Cows Droughtmaster x 200.2c/kg $1023c/kg.

ATG Pastoral sold Pens of Heavy Cows Droughtmaster x 221.2 $1352c/kg.

Kerry Klan sold Bulls Droughtmaster 226.0 $1887c/kg.

For Sale Details, Market Reports and more info, visit our website www. moretonsaleyards.com.au or find us on Facebook @ Moreton Saleyards.

Open auction and live weight sale held at Moreton each Tuesday. Selling begins at 8am. Curfew times: cattle sold by weight in by 7pm night before sale day, open auction in by 7am day of sale.

PLEASE ENSURE NVDs ARE COMPLETED CORRECTLY including BRANDS & ADDRESS plus the cattle description Again Moreton proves it is the place to Market your Livestock MORE CATTLE. MORE BUYERS. MORE MONEY AT MORETON. REMEMBER - NO NLIS DEVICE-NO SALE **CURFEW TIMES**

SCALE CATTLE in by 7pm the night before OPEN AUCTION CATTLE in by 7am day of sale

FOR MARKET INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE WITH CARTAGE ARRANGEMENTS CONTACT US - ANYTIME YOU TOO CAN ACHIEVE

THESE RESULTS

Consign your cattle to Moreton Saleyards. Cartage arranged for any numbers of livestock. Selling every Tuesday 8am. For further enquiries phone any time BOYD

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Weekly Horoscopes

Don’t evade important issues; you may find yourself backed into a corner. If you put your energy into physical outlets you will avoid confrontations. You should try to elaborate on an idea you have regarding a product or service for the home. You are best to keep your cash in a safe place.

Make changes around your house and plan to do some entertaining. This will not be the day to have minor surgery. Your diplomatic nature will help you in straightening out unsavory situations. Expect to pay more than anticipated for entertainment or other purchases.

Patience will be of utmost importance. You may be tempted to get involved in secret affairs or love triangles. This is not the best day to visit relatives who get on your nerves. Don’t push your mate away.

Avoid lovers who already have a relation ship, even if it is a bad one. You may be angry if someone tries to take credit for something you did. Don’t reveal anything about your personal life that could be used adversely. Don’t push your mate if you want to keep this union going.

Past partners may try to come back into your life. Children may be less than honest with you. Be sure not to reveal private information to the wrong individuals. Unrealistic promises will only get you in trouble.

Your personal life will be disrupted if you have been too busy with business. Get involved in worthwhile endeavors and meet new friends. Some of the best opportunities will crop up if you keep an open mind. Listen to the advice given by others.

You will be able to communicate well this week. Keep your wits about you and be sure that you can trust those you confide i Talking to those you trust and respect will help you sort out any problems. You will communicate easily and should be able to accomplish all that you set out to do.

You should be in business for yourself. Don’t make promises. You will be encouraged to get involved in a moneymaking venture. Stubborn about making changes around your home.

Sudden romantic encounters will set your head spinning. Do a little investigating if there is someone at work you don’t trust. Your ability to put a deal together will surprise others. You will upset your partner if you have spent money on things that aren’t necessary.

You will be erratic and quite likely to make personal mistakes. You may want to try your hand at a little creative writing. Don’t let your boss get the better of you. You will profit from home improvement projects and real estate deals. Mingle with those who have similar interests, and you should be able to start something.

Don’t allow colleagues to put unreasonable pressure on you. Social activities will be satisfying. Put in some extra hours and finish those careful jobs before you move on to some fun and games. You may have been trying to do too much, leaving yourself exhausted and open to colds and infections.

Be careful not to hurt the ones you love. Take that long overdue vacation if you can. Look into events that you might find interesting, and compromise by doing a few things that you both like to do. You can find solutions if you are willing to communicate.

Classifieds

PUBLIC NOTICES

Wild Dog Control Program

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has partnered with Somerset Regional Council to conduct a wild dog baiting program throughout Somerset in an effort to control wild dog numbers.

Important information when baiting with 1080:

• Baiting can be carried out within 5km of a town. Prior approval from an authorised Council officer is required, increased risk mitigation and conditions apply.

Baits cannot be laid within 50m of a roadway or within 5m of a boundary fence.

• Notification of 72 hours must be given to all adjoining neighbours (including across roadways).

• An authority to sign form is required if obtaining baits for another person. You must supply your rates notice. Unconsumed baits are to be retrieved within seven days and destroyed.

A Council employee will attend the following sites to assist with the preparation of 1080 poison baits for the control of dingoes/wild dogs:

13 May Middle Creek, Bryden, 7.30am-9am

13 May Fernvale Camp Draft Grounds, 10.30am-12pm

13 May Kilcoy Showgrounds, 7.30am-9am

13 May Moore Pony Club Grounds, Station Street, 10.30am-12pm

Please ensure all meat is fresh and well drained and baits must be fist sized (approximately 250g in South East Queensland areas).

No bones, rotten meat or carcasses will be impregnated.

Baits must be transported in stable, sealable leak-proof containers and all baits are to be laid as soon as possible as it is illegal to store impregnated baits.

For enquiries or bookings phone Council on (07) 5424 4000.

www.somerset.qld.gov.au

KILCOY CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

BREAST & THE REST

Meets third Tuesday (monthly) @ 10am

Kilcoy RSL Rooms (Kennedy St)

Contact: Sandra 0429 382 724 or John 0403 336 263

PUBLIC NOTICES

Proposed Development

Make a submission from 02 May to 24 May 2024

505 Caboolture River Road

LILYWOOD Lot 3 RP139582 Development

Permit for Material Change of Use & Reconfiguring a Lot DA/2023/5110

Moreton Bay City Council PO BOX 159 Caboolture QLD 4510

council@moretonbay.qld.gov.au 07 3205 0555

www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016

Proposed Development

Make a submission from 2 May 2024 to 23 May 2024

Medium impact industry (De-Barker) and Filling

Where: 22 Industrial Avenue, Woolmar

On: Lot 309 on CG4270

Approval sought: Development

Permit

Application ref: DA/24165

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Somerset Regional Council

PO Box 117, Esk QLD 4312 mail@somerset.qld.gov.au

(07) 5424 4000 www.somerset.qld.gov.au

KILCOY KRAFTERS

Come along and join a fun group of craft, learn to sew, knit, crochet, patchwork and quilting. Beginners and experienced all welcome. Just turn up to the Kilcoy Library, Kennedy St, 9am each Thursday.

PUBLIC

NOTICES

Proposed Development

Make a submission from 24/04/2024 to 16/05/2024

Material Change of UseDevelopment Permit for Dwelling House to Office Where: 62 Archer Street

WOODFORD QLD 4514

On: Lot 7 on RP 18161

Approval sought: Development Permit

Application ref: DA/2024/0199

You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Moreton Bay City Council

2 Hasking Street Caboolture QLD 4510

council@moretonbay.qld.gov.au (07) 3205 0555

https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/

GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH

DELANEYS CREEK HALL

(Cnr Mt Mee and Bleakley Roads) Every Sunday evening 6pm - 8pm.

Great message, wonderful fellowship followed by supper - all welcome.

Enquiries: 0432 579 250 or 0407 736 244

POSITIONS VACANT

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR APPRENTICESHIP

An apprenticeship in staircase manufacturing is available to the right young person. Must be fit, hardworking, tidy, reliable and eager to learn. A very rewarding job esp if keen on woodworking. Heavy lifting required. Current D/L preferrable. Phone 0439 730 583

FOUND FARRIER TOOLS Esk-Kilcoy Road. Contact Greg – 0427 615 573

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YARDMAN RIDE-ON MOWER 42 inch cut, Briggs and Stratton 17HP, and Alco 19HP 2 cylinder. $450 each. PH 3203 1073 between 9am - 8pm. Burpengary.

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12 ton tilt tray, 8 ton excavator & 13.5m cherry picker for hire.

FUNERAL NOTICES

DAVIS, Mavis "

Caril"

Late of Kilcoy and Linville

Passed away on the 26th April 2024 Aged 77 years

Loving Wife of Len (dec'd) Much Loved Mother of Wayne, Gary and their families.

Family and Friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Caril's life to be held on Thursday 9th May 2024 at St. Mary's Anglican Church 34 Ethel Street, Kilcoy commencing 11am. Followed by Burial at the Moore -Linville Cemetery 200 Linville Road Moore at 2pm.

KILCOY / WOODFORD FUNERAL DIRECTORS 55 Seib Street Kilcoy Q 4515 | 07 5497 1196 admin@kilcoyfuneraldirectors.com | www.kilcoyfuneraldirectors.com

SHALLCROSS, Carmel Betty

Late of New Country Creek Kilcoy

Passed away on 24th April 2024, Aged 89 years

Dearly loved wife of Bert (dec’d), Mother and Mother in Law of Marilyn & Jeff, Jenny & Les, Jeff & Robyn, Brian & Sue. Much loved Granny to 10 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren. Family & Friends are invited to attend the celebration of Carmel’s life, to be held at St. Mary’s Church Kilcoy, commencing at 12noon on Friday 3rd May 2024.

KILCOY / WOODFORD FUNERAL DIRECTORS

55 Seib Street Kilcoy Q 4515 | 07 5497 1196 admin@kilcoyfuneraldirectors.com | www.kilcoyfuneraldirectors.com

Sport Sport

Lowood Golf

Tuesday April 23: Single Stableford. Men’s winner S Mahoney 36, r/up D Sharp 35 on a count back.

BRD: C Petrohilos 35; M Whitwell 34; R Coolwell, M Callander, J Luxford, B Victor 32.

Ladies winner S Luxford 37.

NTPs: 2 B Victor, 5 D Sharp, 11 C Petrohilos, 14 F Kingma, 4/13 Div 1 C Petrohilos, Div 2 R Young.

Thursday April 25: Single Stableford. Winner G Winter on a count back from r/up M Whitwell 39.

BRD: C Wieland 38; L Pratt,

K Luinstra 37; H Doran, H Buckley, W McFarlane 36; S Kopelke, J Brady, D Allery, A Wieland 35.

NTPs: 2 A Page, 5 O Abakumov, 11 D Sharp, 14 P Muller, 2nd shot 9/18 Div 1 A Wieland, Div 2 M Barden.

Saturday April 27: Single Stroke. Winner K Lodder 72, r/up C Mayne 73 on a count back.

BRD: S Norris 73; B Wieland 74; C Petrohilos, E Hoger, E Bien, L Briody 75; P Molloy, P Muller, P Kelly, P Thode 76 on a count back.

NTPs: 2 A Skinner, 5 C Petrohilos, 11 C Mayne, 14 A Page, 2nd shot 1/10 Div 1 J Burrett, Div 2 J Webb.

Toogoolawah Golf

Ladies played a 9-hole single stableford on Wednesday April 24.

Winner was Lorraine Bitossi, and r/up was Pat Dennis. Enid’s NTP no 4 Manuela Laycock.

PM Chook Run was also

a 9-hole single stableford. Winner Alan White had 21 points, and r/up was Bob Marshall. NTP 9 Abel Cruz, no 3 Trevor Friedrich.

Saturday April 27 was the Peter Willams and Matt Gabell trophy day: a 4-person Hart Ball event. The winning team was Agg Dagan, Geoff Murtagh, Bob and Judi Marshall with 52.25 nett.

NTPs: Exchange Hotel Groovy G.O.A.T Pizza 3/12 Clinton Smith, IGA Toogoolawah 4/13 Dusty Allery, For Frank 6/15 Dusty

Allery, Grand Hotel Esk 7/16

Men’s Eric Cox, ladies Chris Stevens.

A big thanks to Matt and Peter for a great day.

Coming events:

Saturday May 4: Esk/ Toogoolawah Challenge for the Frank Massingham Memorial Shield, sponsored by LJ Hooker Esk/Toogoolawah. Single Stableford. 11am shotgun start.

Tuesday May 7: Club meeting for all members at 5.30pm.

Wednesday May 8: Ladies AM Golf 8am hit off/PM Chook Run 3pm hit off

Woodford Golf ladies

NOMINATIONS are open for the Woodford Golf Club’s Ladies’ Open Day event, on Wednesday, May 15. Nominations close on May 10 or when the field is full, with 144 being the maximum number of players. The cost will be $25 per player (payable on the day), with bookings required through the nomination form at www. woodfordgolfclub.com.au/ ladies. A shotgun start will be at 8.30am. Morning tea and lunch will be provided.

Sport

Kilcoy Golf ready for May

THE Kilcoy Golf Club’s junior competition will start on Wednesday May 15, from 3.30pm to 4.30pm. For enquiries, contact the club on 5405 5705 or Stephen on 0408 176 828.

A Mother’s Day trophy day will be played from noon on Saturday May 11, as an 18-hole Stableford. Round one of the Men’s Championships will be on Saturday May 18, followed by round two the next day. Round three will be on Saturday May 25. Also on May 25, the Ladies Championships start. Round two will be the next day.

Details of all regular Wednesday comps and weekend social and competition rounds can be found on the club website or the Team App.

Winners of the day with sponsors

Snakes falter after strong start

◗ Liam Hauser

THE Caboolture Snakes sank to the foot of the Sunshine Coast Gympie Rugby League (SCGRL) A grade points table, after suffering their third defeat in four games.

The Snakes began well last Saturday as they led 10-0 after 10 minutes and then led 14-12 at half-time, only for the Noosa Pirates to subsequently canter to a 42-18 victory at Tewantin Sports Complex.

One week after a hefty

54-0 loss to Maroochydore, the Snakes jumped out of the blocks with early tries to Tim Duncan and Josh Totoro. Two converted tries gave Noosa a 12-10 lead, before Caboolture regained the lead with a try to Joshua Jansen.

Injuries and handling errors hurt the Snakes in the second half, while the Pirates capitalised as they scored 30 unanswered points via six tries and three conversions in 29 minutes.

Willem Cousens finished

with three tries for the victors while Dyllan Cousens nabbed a double.

Each team had a player sin-binned in the late stages, before Totoro scored a consolation try.

In reserve grade, Caboolture followed up back-to-back wins with back-to-back defeats as Noosa prevailed 18-12.

In the U19 division, the Snakes won for the fourth time in as many rounds as they defeated home side Gympie 22-14 last Sunday.

Kilcoy Bowls

Tuesday April 23 – Pink Trophy Day sponsored by Jenny and Bill Edwards.

A special presentation before the daily trophy awarding saw club chairman, Greg Staniforth, present Ron Sansom with his Super Veterans badge for turning 80. Congratulations Ron!

The spider was won by sponsor Jenny, who put it into another draw in the raffle.

Winners of the day, with the highest number of ends won, were Noel Lanes, Sharon Walker and Hazel McKinnon (welcome back Hazel!) who defeated Jenny Edwards, Marg Worrall and

John Pratt 23-12 (10 ends to 8).

With the lowest winning margin of just one shot, runners-up were Pam Taylor, Rhonda Cochran and Damian Bathersby who defeated Greg Staniforth, Mike Saltmarsh and Sandra Sansom 15-14.

Upcoming events:

Wednesday May 1 – Turbo Triples sponsored by Kilcoy Funeral Directors.

Social bowls is on every Tuesday, with names needed by 8.45am for a 9.15am start.

Everyone is welcomeexperience is not necessary and we can loan you some bowls if needed.

Flat soled shoes are the only requirement.

Wolves have first win

◗ Liam Hauser

THE Stanley River Wolves opened their account in the Sunshine Coast Gympie Rugby League (SCGRL) A grade season, as they defeated the Kawana Dolphins 12-8 at the Kawana Sports Precinct last Saturday.

After having back-to-back losses and a draw on home soil, the Wolves broke their duck, while goal-kicking was decisive as the teams scored two tries each.

Stanley River missed a few first-choice players but welcomed back Daemon Cruise, who was sidelined for the first three rounds with a hand injury.

The Wolves battled adversity in the final 18 minutes as injuries took their toll, while they were a player short for 10 minutes

due to a sin bin send-off

Stanley River coach Ethan Szendrey said his players “dug their heels in and showed some real grit to turn Kawana away”.

Szendrey said it was “certainly a relief” to achieve a breakthrough win.

“For me, I knew it was there,” he said.

Szendrey said the players “knew we had to put in an 80-minute performance” after they had only put together a decent 30 or 40 minutes in each of the first three rounds.

Szendrey identified slow starts and ball handling as areas of concern in the first three rounds, before these aspects improved in the team’s first away game.

“We knew we had to make it an arm wrestle, and get in the grind,” he said.

Come-from-behind win for Lions women

THE Moreton Bay Lions recorded a nail-biting two-point win against the Sherwood Magpies in a thrilling Queensland Football Association Women’s (QFAW) Div 1 battle at Powenyenna Oval last Saturday.

Sherwood led for most of the match before Moreton Bay squeaked home in the final term, to register backto-back wins after starting the season with a loss.

Lions coach Shane Dawes described it as a ‘reference’ game for the season ahead, as it showed that with the Lions’ fighting spirit and resilience they were never out of a contest.

The Lions dominated the first term but were kept scoreless, while the Magpies kicked two majors. The ball often stayed in Moreton Bay’s forward line as Jas Ryan, Taylor McCosker and Ebony Otto

gained early ascendancy over their counterparts, while Sherwood’s highly touted backline repelled attack after attack.

In her second game in 18 months, Emily Watson kicked Moreton Bay’s first goal in the opening stages of the second term.

Both sides lost two players to injury in the first half, with the Lions losing captain Grace PearsonSmith who had been in

brilliant form.

The Lions trailed by 19 points before narrowing the gap to nine at three-quarter time. In the huddle, the coaching staff reminded the Lions that they were winning the game, but just not getting the reward in front of the big sticks.

Moreton Bay’s Shauna Kelly produced a gamechanging running goal before Watson bobbed, weaved and snapped her

third goal which put the Lions in front for the first time.

A tough contest unfolded in the final 10 minutes as neither team gave an inch, with Moreton Bay hanging on to win 4.5.29 to 4.3.27.

In the women’s reserves, the Lions also won for the second time in three rounds.

The score was deadlocked at quarter-time and halftime, before Moreton Bay prevailed 6.2.38 to 2.2.14.

Yowies remain undefeated

◗ Liam Hauser

THE Kilcoy Yowies remained undefeated as they had their second drawn result in four rounds of the Sunshine Coast Gympie Rugby League (SCGRL) C grade competition.

Last Saturday’s 6-all draw with the Noosa Pirates at Tewantin Sports Complex came three weeks after Kilcoy’s season-opening 16-all draw with Mary

Valley, with these results sandwiched by back-toback victories.

Kilcoy’s Mick Giles scored a converted try after about 22 minutes of play, and the only other points came with about 10 minutes remaining when Noosa’s Beauden Greentree scored a converted try.

Kilcoy maintained its 6-0 lead when down a player for 10 minutes in the second

half as Tom MacDonald was in the sin bin, but Noosa levelled the score soon after he returned to the arena.

The Yowies sought to regain the lead with about five minutes left, but a potential runaway try was called back as a Kilcoy player had stepped on the sideline.

Both teams made a number of handling errors throughout the game, and

some refereeing decisions caused bewilderment.

Yowies coach Ricky Smith said it was “a bit disappointing” overall, as he felt his team had stepped up in defence in the past couple of weeks but needed to concentrate more on the attacking side of things.

“Defence I’m fairly happy with, and now we’ve got to work on our attack,” he said.

Smith said the Yowies had

Rattlers rack up huge win

THE Brisbane Valley Rattlers notched back-to-back victories in the Queensland Football Association (QFA) Div 4 South competition, as they trounced the Ipswich Cats at Ivor Marsden Sports Complex last Friday night.

Following a 66-point loss in round one and an 11-point win in round two, the Rattlers went on a rampage in round three as they kicked 23.15.153 to the Cats’ 4.2.26.

Brisbane Valley set the tone with 6.3.39 to Ipswich’s 1.0.6 in the first term, before holding a 10.8.68 to 3.1.19 lead at half-time.

The Rattlers kicked 6.1.37 to 0.1.1 in the third term, before scoring 7.6.48 to 1.0.6 in the final quarter.

Jye Cruff and John Fothergill were Brisbane Valley’s leading goal-kickers with five and four while Andrew Pepper and Abram Cox landed three each.

Corey Roulent notched two majors while Zak Smith, Paul Darcy, Josiah Wood, Matthew Wood, Matthew Carr and Jimmy Scarce kicked one each.

Lions men beaten in score fest

A SCINTILLATING second quarter from the Moreton Bay Lions wasn’t enough to set up a victory last Saturday, as the Lions recorded their fourth defeat in as many rounds in the Queensland Football Association (QFA) Div 1 senior men’s competition.

It rained goals at the Palmwoods-based G Rae Oval, while the momentum changed numerous times before the Hinterland Blues secured a 20.11.131 to 17.10.112 victory.

ample scoring chances but made simple errors such as dropped balls and forward passes, with many of these mistakes occurring early in the tackle count.

“(We’ve got to get) back to the basics really, (regarding) how to attack,” he said.

The Yowies also suffered injury problems as a dislocated shoulder, a rolled ankle, and cramping were among the troubles.

The Lions produced an onslaught in the second term, as they booted 8.2.50 to 3.3.21 and gained a four-point half-time lead, but they copped a couple of serious injuries and were left with just two players on the bench. The Blues led by 15 points at three-quarter time before they kicked five goals to Moreton Bay’s four in the final term.

Bayden Goff landed five majors for Moreton Bay, and Riley Street and Luke Smith kicked three a piece. Rhys Magin was Hinterland’s leading scorer with five goals.

Earlier, Moreton Bay’s development side broke through for its maiden win of the season as this Lions outfit beat the Blues 14.7.91 to 5.5.35.

Club chairman, Greg Staniforth (right), presented Ron Sansom with his Super Veterans badge

Jenny and Bill Edwards

Sport Diggers

KILCOY Race Club staff and committee people are desperately hoping for dry weather in the latter half of this week, with Kilcoy Diggers Race Day scheduled for Friday.

After losing three race meetings due to inclement weather in the past couple of months, the club has massive nominations for the Diggers Race Day.

Kilcoy Race Club chairperson Con Searle said the figure of 214 nominations was the biggest ever for Kilcoy, while there could be a higher number of races than the scheduled eight.

The track was rated a Soft 7 earlier this week, with Mr Searle saying it should improve if the weather was dry. Admission will be free, with all patrons welcomed.

Meanwhile, wet conditions forced a harness race meeting to be transferred from Kilcoy to Redcliffe. Kilcoy’s next stand-alone harness race meeting is scheduled for May 19, with free entry.

race day in Kilcoy Snakes women stun in debut

THE Caboolture Snakes maintained a share of the women’s competition lead in the Sunshine Coast Gympie Rugby League (SCGRL), after overcoming the Noosa Pirates 20-12 at Tewantin Sports Complex last Saturday.

The Snakes missed Mariesha Orr due to commitments in the BMD competition, one week after she scored all three of Caboolture’s tries in a 12-8 win against Maroochydore.

Snakes secretary Tim Wood said the team covered well in Orr’s absence, as the team was “starting to build some real depth”.

“Once again we had players making their debut and others in unfamiliar positions, however they managed to put together a very good team win,” he said.

“Things are building nicely.” Noosa led 6-4 before the Snakes moved ahead 20-6.

Latisha Hoek, Judy Crosby, Naomi Clayton and Lenniece Wright scored a try each for Caboolture.

Clayton impressed in attack and defence on debut, and Wright had Noosa’s defence on the back foot whenever she touched the ball while Kararaina Epere-Williams was dominant in the middle.

Pro wrestler returning to the ring with Caboolture club

Jack Tucker comeback bout this weekend after three years on sideline

Jack Tucker announced his return to Caboolture’s United Pro Wrestling club (UPW), at their 15th recoil event on April 27, after having a three-year break from the sport.

Now that he is back, there is no getting rid of him.

His first match back will be at the Banana Bender Pub on Saturday, May 4, where he will fight Bones for the UPW Featherweight Champion belt.

Jack Tucker (real name Kyle Bullard) said he is excited to burst back onto the scene, to show everyone what he’s capable of.

“I’ve been waiting for the right time to make my return, which I think is now and I’m grateful to have been welcomed back with open arms to United Pro Wrestling,” Kyle said.

“When you’re in front of a crowd you almost feel larger than life. It’s a feeling unlike anything else and the atmosphere is amazing.

“I’m excited to get back in the ring again, my first match and reintroduce myself to the fans.”

Kyle has big plans for his official return and stressed he was always coming back to pro wrestling.

“It honestly was a case of life and commitments that ultimately led me to having to step away,” he said.

“I knew it was never going to be a case of if I return, but when I do.

“My goal is to get my name back out there to the fans and wrestling community and make the climb back to the top of UPW which means winning back the United Pro Wrestling Championship.”

The 24-year-old said he was pumped for his return to the ring.

“I’ve been back in training full-time for a month now and feeling better than ever,” he said.

“There has been a lot of cardio, conditioning and familiarising myself with the ring again.

“It was mostly positive other than a bit of ring rust which was expected.”

Kyle debuted for UPW when he was 19 years old.

He held the UPW Tag Team Champion belt with Malibu from August 2019 to October 2019, and the UPW Champion belt from November 2020 to March 2021. However, his love for the sport first started way back when he was a kid.

“I first saw wrestling on TV when I was 6 years old

and fell in love with it, I’ve been a huge fan ever since,” he said. “Mum has photos of me growing up dressed up like a pro wrestler, I had

always wanted to get into the sport.

“I looked up to pro wrestlers Shawn Michaels and Kurt Angle growing up,

but there were so many pro wrestlers I loved.”

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Students beat Snakes Martial artists win 16 medals

THE Caboolture Snakes were beaten but far from disgraced, as reigning threetime premier University won last Saturday’s Sunshine Coast Rugby Union (SCRU) A grade contest 26-10 at Sunshine Coast University. The result was much more respectable for Caboolture than its results against the SCRU heavyweights in recent years, with the teams going tit-for-tat in the first half last Saturday.

Snakes coach Nathan Sanson said there was definite improvement from the Snakes after their 25-8 loss to Wynnum in the season-opener a week earlier.

“We stuck to our game plan for the majority of the game,” Sanson said after last Saturday’s fixture.

“We were more physical and ran more direct.

“Just our general attitude improved from last week and with that came belief.”

Sanson said it was definitely a creditable defeat, while at the same time the Snakes were disappointed that they didn’t win.

“Those are the games you want to play in, testing yourself against the top team and I was really proud of the way we stayed in the fight right to the end,” he said.

Caboolture’s reserve graders also had an honourable defeat, as University prevailed 22-13. The Snakes third graders began their season with a 24-22 win against the students.

◗ Liam Hauser

NINE athletes from the Morayfield-based Red Dragon Martial Arts school achieved a tally of one gold, nine silver and six bronze medals at the Moreton Bay Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) Championships on Sunday, April 21.

few years.

Red Dragon Martial Arts owner Brett Fenton said this year’s team was the biggest which the Morayfield-based martial arts school had fielded at this event so far, as the nine athletes ranged from nine to 33 years of age.

Danny Van Drunen claimed

Kaiden Buck, Sarah Perez Varela, Lyric Van Der Kolk and Hayden Bermingham claimed one silver medal each.

Kaiden also achieved a bronze medal, as did Jemma Bodsworth, while Remington Ramsay secured two bronze medals.

“Everyone worked hard leading up to the competition and went away

◗ Kirra Livingstone PROFESSIONAL wrestler

◗ Liam Hauser

Jack Tucker after winning the UPW Champion belt

Jemma Bodsworth of Red Dragon Martial Arts (far right) with two other athletes at the Moreton Bay BJJ Championships

Arryn Cox won two silver medals

The Caboolture Snakes rugby union A graders