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Digging camps

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CAMP sites were torn down and removed with an excavator by Moreton Bay Council last week at Eddie Hyland Park (EHP) as armed police officers looked on.

The dramatic move was the latest step in Council’s move to stop the homeless camping on public land. In viral videos shared by non-profit organisation Nourish Street, the excavator

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could be seen tearing down tents and disposing of items into a rubbish truck on April 9.

Nourish Street’s Beau Haywood said park residents of the park were given an hour to clear their camps.

“I watched someone’s home—everything they had—turned to rubble. Not just a tent. Not just some ‘camp’. A home,” the charity founder said.

Mr Haywood said it

was a disgrace that park residents were not offered accommodation that day, as the Department of Housing (DOH) was not present.

A DOH spokesperson said a Critical Response Team visited the park the following day (April 10).

“It was pleasing the vast majority of people our team have spoken with, have been willing to accept temporary accommodation.”

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Conservative takeover

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FOUR new candidates have joined the Federal Election run in Blair and Longman as nominations closed last week, with 16 candidates now vying across both seats.

Angela Lowery from the Animal Justice Party and Anthony Bull from the Libertarian Party were nominated last week, bringing the total number of Blair candidates to 10 ahead of pre-polling, which opens

next week.

Wood from the Trumpet of Patriots and Peter McCasker from One Nation were the last to join the race alongside sitting member Terry Young (LNP) and candidates Rhiannyn Douglas (Labor), Gabrielle Unverzagt (Greens), and Malachi Brogden Hearne (Family First).

Over half of the candidates across both seats share conservativeleaning policies.

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The final make-up of candidates for the key, marginal seats of Longman and Blair has taken shape as the May 3 poll looms large.

In Blair, Labor’s Shayne Neumann—who has held the seat since 2007 and has a razor-thin margin of 1.2 per cent—now faces an array of conservative challengers.

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Alongside the Liberal National Party (LNP), candidates from Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, Gerard Rennick People First, Libertarian, Trumpet of Patriots, and Liberal Democrats will contest for a seat that has increasingly become a microcosm of the broader national debate.

Mr Neumann, one of only five federal Labor MPs in Queensland, has consistently demonstrated political acumen.

Stretching back to the

days of Kevin ‘07 and culminating in a notable +4 per cent swing in 2022—at a time when the LNP experienced a corresponding 4 per cent decline—has made him a formidable incumbent.

There was murmuring of a high-profile candidate in the form of former Queensland senator Joanna Lindgren for Blair, but the LNP has instead chosen business manager and pastor Carl Mutzelburg to spearhead their campaign.

Beyond the individual seat contests, it is impossible to avoid the major issues weighing on voters’ minds.

With the cost of living and housing affordability remaining at the forefront, both federal leaders have unveiled what have been branded as ‘courageous’

policies.

Yet, scepticism persists on both sides of the political divide.

The LNP promises an approximate $11,000 saving over five years, while Labor pledges to reduce the housing deposit for a first home to 5 per cent, which will deliver a similar financial impact.

Economists are united in their criticism: both policies are intrinsically flawed.

They predict that each will drive up house prices and fail to stimulate the construction of new homes—the critical ingredient required to ease systemic pressure in the housing market.

In Longman, held by the LNP’s Terry Young on a 3.1 per cent margin, the narrative remains consistent.

THE Sentinel and its journalist, Marina Gomide, have both been nominated for Andrew Powell’s Glassies Awards 2025 for best small business and best employee in the Moreton Bay region.

economy.

Voting for the 2025 Glass House Small Business Awards officially opened this week, providing communities a chance to show their support for the hardworking small business and employees that make Glass House electorate so special.

This is locals’ chance to vote for their favourite nominated businesses and outstanding employees, who have gone above and beyond to provide exceptional service and contribute to the local

The winners will be announced at the prestigious Glassies Gala, which will be hosted at the Woodford Hotel at the end of May, where the community will come together to celebrate the dedication and passion of local small businesses.

To cast your vote, simply visit: https://andrewpowell. com.au/glassies/ You can vote for one business and one employee in each of the four regions, Moreton Bay, Glasshouse Country, Maleny, and Montville.

Voting is open until Sunday, May 11.

A $428 million over-50s community is set to launch in Elimbah mid 2025 to meet high demand from Queensland downsizers, after receiving development approval this week.

The 404-home gated community by prominent land lease developer, GemLife, is earmarked for a 26-hectare site at 38 Atherton Road, with 8.2

of luxury resident facilities, including an expansive two-level Country Club with a suite of inclusions such as a ballroom, virtual golf, and wellness room, along with a Summer House, offering a resort-style pool.

Moreton Bay Regional Council approved the development, with GemLife planning to release the first stage of homes and begin

The Moreton region’s electorate, much like the national conversation, is preoccupied with economic realities.

Despite a marginal 0.2 per cent swing to Labor in 2022, both major parties have seen their vote shares eroded by minor parties. This year, the question remains: can these minor parties, buoyed by a sentiment that the major parties are increasingly out of touch, continue to chip away at the established order?

As the campaign intensifies, voters may well decide that beyond slick policy promises, it is the boots-on-the-ground approach—and a genuine grasp of local realities—that will ultimately determine the outcome.

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Moreton Bay, bringing the total number of homes it’s developing in the region to more than 1,350. It follows the success of the $349 million GemLife Bribie Island, released in 2016, and $340 million GemLife Moreton Bay, launched in 2023.

GemLife Director and CEO Adrian Puljich said the demand for over-50s living continued to grow, as more people sought to ‘right-size’ their home in their older years. Almost 40 per cent of residents in Elimbah are aged over 50, Census data

“Today’s over 50s are active and independent.

They’re focusing on improving their lifestyle, as well as freeing up capital for retirement, as they move into their 50s and beyond,” he

“Land lease communities are increasingly appealing, er a low maintenance, secure

and relatively affordable option.

“We’ll be looking to bring our new Elimbah community to market as soon as possible, to meet the high demand for this style of living in Moreton Bay.”

Mr Puljich said all homes in the community would feature two bedrooms plus a multipurpose room, and a 7-star energy-efficient design, with land lease communities being a flexible alternative to retirement villages.

“You own your home and rent the land, with a weekly site fee that covers security, maintenance and management, meaning when it comes time to sell, you keep any capital gains. There are no entry fees, exit fees or stamp duty involved at any time,” he said.

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Operations back to norm after Alfred

DESPITE significant interruption from Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Somerset Council’s Operations Department made great progress on projects in March 2025.

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the department was placed under a lot of pressure during the weather event.

“Our team worked hard to support residents in March, preparing and planning for TC Alfred, and delivering recovery works to damaged roads,” Cr Wendt said.

“While this event delayed some projects, Council still achieved many milestones.

“Completed works include the new Coominya amenities block and the widening of Ivory Creek Road. Council also began rehabilitation and culvert works on Clarendon Road in Lowood.”

Looking ahead, only two projects remain as part of the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements’ (DRFA) Reconstruction of Essential Public Assets (REPA) program for the 2022 flood event.

“We have the Glamorgan Vale Culvert, with completion expected later this month, and the Patrick Estate Road Bridge, with completion expected in June 2025,” Cr Wendt said.

“Our crews have also completed grading on many roads impacted by the December 2024 storm, as well as inspections on damaged drainage.”

Minor parties jump in

Four new candidates join election race across Blair and Longman

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FOUR new candidates have joined the Federal Election run across Blair and Longman as nominations closed last week, with 16 candidates now vying across both seats.

Angela Lowery from the Animal Justice Party and Anthony Bull from the Libertarian Party were nominated last week, bringing the total number of Blair candidates to 10 ahead of pre-polling, which opened this week.

Other Blair candidates include sitting member Shayne Neumann (Labor), Carl Mutzelburg (LNP), Paul Toner (Greens), Edward McDonald (Trumpet of Patriots), Brendan Kross (One Nation), John Purdon (Family First), Kathryn Chadwick (People First), and Anthony Hopkins (Legalise Cannabis).

In Longman, Benjamin Wood from the Trumpet of Patriots and Peter McCasker from One Nation were the last to join the race alongside sitting member Terry Young (LNP) and candidates Rhiannyn Douglas (Labor), Gabrielle Unverzagt (Greens), and Malachi Brogden Hearne (Family First).

Over half of the candidates across both seats share conservative-leaning policies, Patriots, One Nation); - Slowing, stopping or

fundamental freedoms of all Australians,” they state for

The Family First Party said it exists to restore the primacy of family in public policy, as they claim this is the way to restore Australia.

the LNP to establish a party “dedicated to prioritising the needs of everyday Australians”.

“As a Senate candidate for People First, Senator Rennick is committed to restoring economic sovereignty, cutting wasteful spending, and putting Australians and their families first,” they say online.

Trumpet of Patriots, another recent party being formed out of a merger with the Federation Party, advocates for “Trumplike policies”, claiming to be “focused on democracy, individual freedoms, free speech, reducing government intrusion in our lives, breaking the duopoly, real choice and real

“We will fight against the radical anti-family attitudes

Lastly, the Libertarian Party, regards government as the principal threat to values such as individual liberty, free markets and small government.

starts with upholding our Judeo-Christian ethic – the source of every Australian’s whether they are religious or not – from those with

Gerrard Rennick’s People First Party is less than a year old, and was created after Senator Rennick split from

“The Party aims to restore to individuals the right to make their own choices and to accept responsibility for their consequences, on the basis that they make better decisions than government,” they name as their core principals.

The Federal Election will take place on May 3, with early voting beginning April 22 .

Blair and Longman candidates with publicly available photos: Top L-R: Carl Mutzelburg, John Purdon, Brendan Kross, Terry Young MP, and Anthony Hopkins. Bottom L-R: Gabrielle Unverzagt, Rhiannyn Douglas, Shayne Neumann MP, Kathryn Chadwick, and Paul Toner.

Cheers to SES history

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AS the Queensland SES prepares to celebrate its 50th birthday in November, the Caboolture SES team was able to revisit its retired truck of over 30 years, as it was restored at the Caboolture Historical Village last month.

The truck, a 1962 International AB 110 Series, was the first and only truck the Caboolture SES unit had from 1975 until it was replaced in 1997, being then donated to the Historical Village.

Caboolture SES Leading Field Officer, Carrollyn Hennessy, said these trucks are one of the very few ways in which Queensland SES history is recorded.

“I’ve got lots of newspaper clippings but all accounts of people who were there have left and I don’t know there is any SES history anywhere except the truck and what we have ourselves,” she said.

“New people and things come in and you tend to just throw out the old and throw out the history.”

If the original truck hadn’t been donated to the Historical Village, it would have been sold at auction, as most trucks are.

According to Caboolture SES Leading Field Officer, Henk Van Den Ende, who has been with SES nearly since its inception in 1975, recalled how hard the first years were for the SES to have funding and

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equipment.

“SES started very low on the ground, where our headquarters used to be under schools, and over time councils became aware they had a responsibility and it slowly grew to what it is today,” he said.

“In those days every truck and everything we had was what we could scrap together through fundraisers and raffles, which is why we used these old trucks for so long, until we got proper funding for a new, more modern one.

“Not many people know where we came from for the first 10 years before councils started taking on more responsibility.”

Heritage Officer of the Caboolture Historical

Village, Roger Dunstan, said having the truck at the village is “fantastic”, as historical vehicles are a big part of the Village.

“We’re all about local history and preserving it, from our old buildings to the trucks and vehicles,” he said.

“I’ve got a deep feeling of appreciation and so glad the SES offered it to us to look after all these years.”

The truck is fully running again and remains on display at the Caboolture Historical Village.

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Historical Village restoration team with the newly restored Caboolture SES original truck.

Field Officer, Stacey-Leigh Kidston, Deputy Group Leader, Diane Baker, and Leading Field Officers Carrollyn Hennessy, Henk Van Den Ende and Malcolm Frahm.

Hertiage Officer Roger Dunstan with Leading Field Officers Carrollyn Hennessy and Malcolm Frahm in original truck.

Leading Field Officer Carrollyn Hennessy hugging the beloved retired truck.

Deputy Group Leader, Diane Baker, Field Officer, Stacey-Leigh Kidston, and Leading Field Officers Carrollyn Hennessy and Malcolm Frahm.

Leading Field Officer Henk Van Den Ende admiring the original Caboolture SES truck.

Deputy Group Leader, Diane Baker, and Field Officer, Stacey-Leigh Kidston.

Council tears up campsites

Excavator called to remove homeless tents

‘camp’. A home,” he said.

“A place where they felt safe—where they could sleep without fear for a few hours, where they kept the few belongings they had left in this world.”

accommodation

sleeping in the park, and will continue to support them into longer-

housing solutions,” the spokesperson said.

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CAMP sites were torn down and removed with an excavator by Moreton Bay Council last week at Eddie Hyland Park (EHP) as armed

Excavator removing homeless tent from Eddie Hyland Park on April 9. Photo: Facebook/Nourish Street.

Services engaging with homeless residents of Eddie Hyland Park on April 10. Photo: Facebook/Nourish Street.

Fashion races into Kilcoy

THE Kilcoy Races were brought to life with vibrant and beautiful fashion on Saturday, April 12, as the Fashion on the Field (FOTF)

Letters

Kilcoy Hospital relief

I have welcomed the Crisafulli Government’s employment of a locum doctor at Kilcoy Hospital after Labor’s prolonged inaction and failure to provide essential services to the region.

The people of Kilcoy had been left without the essential medical support they deserve and like many regional hospitals in Queensland, Kilcoy is impacted by sector-wide workforce shortages after a decade of the Labor Government.

Metro North Health is working to recruit additional medical professionals, including

competition took over the event.

From multiple junior competitors, to several adults and couples,

the FOTF saw stunning headpieces and bright colours glam up the race day.

Photos: Clive Photography.

doctors and locum GP’s to improve heath access at Kilcoy Hospital.

Labor’s neglect of Kilcoy Hospital put unnecessary stress on families who simply wanted reliable healthcare close to their homes.

I wrote to former Health Minister the Hon Yvette D’Ath in 2022 to voice these concerns.

The Crisafulli Government has improved on these critical errors after less than six months in government and this appointment is a vital step in our commitment to improving healthcare and restoring functional essential services in regional Queensland.

I would like to extend

appreciation and thanks to the advocacy of newly retired general practitioner Dr Tom Doolan and the wider Somerset region community for their efforts in voicing their concerns and calls to action.

The Leader of the Opposition has rushed to announce this win for regional healthcare, which proves he will say anything to cover up Labor’s failures. He tried to claim credit for a solution his government refused to deliver and it was heartening that locals saw through his politics.

I will continue to be a voice for regional Queenslanders, fighting to ensure our communities have equal access to quality

healthcare and essential services, just as those in our cities do.

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My husband is 78 and I am 80 and we both have chronic medical conditions.

On Thursday 13/03/25 we decided to heed Qld Gov advice and sandbag our south-facing duplex in Caboolture against the 90 kmh winds and torrential rain predicted to accompany Cyclone Alfred which was expected to cross the coast in our vicinity Friday night/ Saturday morning.

We needed help and rang SES 132500 at 8am.

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About 10:40 SES Caboolture phoned and said that their crews had been stood down because of the weather and they didn’t have sandbags or sand and couldn’t help! What a slap in the face. (The sun shone all day). I called 132500 again (twice )They were gobsmacked and insisted on referring me twice more. No advice or ideas for getting help with the sandbagging.

Moreton Bay Council was only taking emergency calls. We stayed with our daughter in Peregian for 5 days for peace of mind.

Sunshine Coast Council was advertising sandbags available for collection àt 7 or 8 different sites right up until 6pm Saturday. Guess who was manning those facilities? THE LOCAL SES CREWS!!!!!!!

(Fortunately Caboolture escaped the worst of it but it could have been so different. One thing we learnt you can’t depend on help from anyone .)

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Head judge and FOTF co-ordinator Jayne McKenzie.

Junior winner Matilda Pszczonka from Brisbane.

Millinery winner from Kilcoy Jenni Carseldine. Winner from Kilcoy Chanelle Ferling.

Junior winner Declan Tomkin from Kilcoy.

Best dressed couple Thomas and Barbara Thompson of Cooma.

Kilcoy’s new bestselling author

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KILCOY author Lisa Kirkman has set the Amazon charts ablaze with her empowering book ‘Burn the Script’, climbing to the #1 bestseller spot of digital books just days aft release.

Lisa said she was “absolutely blown away” seeing her book top the charts.

“I took screenshots of where my book was ahead of Rebel Wilson’sthat was kind of fun. Sorry, Rebel,” she said.

Lisa’s book challenges traditional life narratives, encouraging readers to rewrite their personal scripts and live authentically.

Drawing from her own transformative journey of coming out as gay at 46, she provides a powerful blueprint for personal reinvention.

“I never truly felt like I fit in my own skin, in my own life, until I realized I could control the narrative of my own existence,” she said.

“We’re often given a

“Even smaller steps can give you control and help you live in alignment with what makes you happy.

“Not everybody can make big changes. Depending on cultural contexts or personal safety, sometimes it’s about taking tiny, meaningful steps.”

that you can re-design your life on your own terms.”

After years of living what others considered a “successful” life, Lisa discovered the importance of living in alignment with her true self.

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The book challenges readers to recognise life’s uncomfortable scripts, offering strategies for meaningful change.

“It doesn’t have to be a 180-degree life turn,” she said.

Her personal story of breaking free from societal expectations is central to the narrative.

Now residing in Kilcoy with her wife, she has transformed her experiences into a beacon of hope for others feeling trapped by conventional life expectations.

“When I was going through my journey, I thought I was the only person who had ever done this,” she said.

“But then you realise you’re not alone.”

With ‘Burn the Script’ now available in both digital and paperback formats, Lisa plans to donate copies to local libraries and continue sharing her message of personal empowerment.

“Every time something resonates with someone,” she said.

“I’m compelled to keep telling these stories. Because someone out there needs to hear it.”

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Lisa Kirkman with her bestselling book ‘Burn The Script’.

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Pioneering policewomen

QPS marks 60 years of women in policing

THE Queensland Police Service (QPS) celebrates an important milestone today as it marks 60 years since the first sworn female officers were inducted into the Service.

The induction ceremony of eight female officers took place on 31 March 1965 at Petrie Terrace Depot in Brisbane.

The pathway to the first sworn female officers began 34 years earlier by the efforts of trailblazing women determined to challenge gender stereotypes.

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In March 1931, Zara Dare and Eileen O’Donnell became the first women to be appointed to the QPS . Despite not being sworn officers and lacking police powers of arrest, Dare and

O’Donnell wore plain clothes rather than uniforms, received half the pay of their male counterparts, and were unable to contribute to the superannuation fund.

Despite their unequal footing to begin with, the merits of female officers in the Service were recognised and their roles expanded over time.

By 1941, the Women in Police Section was formed, growing to nine members by 1945.

In 1955, unsworn policewomen were allowed to join the Police Union, and in 1958, the union asked the Commissioner to review the position of women in police in order to align their roles and powers more closely with male officers.

I received a letter. I didn’t know that there were any policewomen in Queensland, and I had certainly never seen one,” she said.

“I felt naive when I joined, but what helped me through it was my mentors who provided me so much support in helping me navigate the frontline,” Judith said.

In March 1965, the first eight women were inducted into the police service as sworn officers.

Among the 1965 graduates was 22-year-old stenographer Judith deBoer (nee Barrett), who in

“I learnt the importance of laughter in coping with difficult situations, something that has served me well all my life.”

Judith was only with the service for less than two years, leaving in December 1966 to get married.

At the time and up until 1971, a marriage

to resign from the job when they wed. Married women were also prevented from joining.

Now living on the Gold Coast with her husband of 47 years, Theo, Judith is in awe of the female officers in the Service today.

“I would have loved to be a part of the Service now,” Judith said.

“The support and opportunities that these women have and the work they do in keeping Queensland safe is truly admirable.”

The influx of women into the QPS steadily increased, and by 1976 there were 308 sworn female officers. Today, in the QPS, more than 35 per cent of executive leadership positions are held by women.

The Assistant Commissioner of Domestic and Family Violence and Vulnerable Persons Command,

QPS and has seen many barriers broken down over that time.

“There’s a lot of work that needs to happen in our community to change the way we interact as a society and the respect that needs to be provided between men and women,” she said.

“Policing is not about whether you’re a man or a woman – it’s about what we as diverse individuals can bring to the role, the care and empathy we have when we turn up to a job, and the desire to get the best outcomes for our community.

“The teamwork that you get from having men and women from different cultures and religions, bringing different perspectives and all working together to get the best outcomes for our community, that’s the QPS of today.”

First sworn female officers graduation ceremony March 31, 1965– Judith deBoer (Barrett) second from the right.

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residents are encouraged to stay connected and informed by attending the bi-monthly Burpengary East Neighbourhood Watch meetings, held at the North Harbour Sales Office on the corner of Buckley Road and Frazer Drive.

Held every second Wednesday every second month, these meetings begin with a 6:45 p.m. arrival for a 7:00 p.m. start, offering locals a direct line to community leaders, law enforcement, and developers shaping the area’s future.

Attendees can hear firsthand from local police with updates on crime prevention and safety, as well as valuable insights from State Member Chris Whiting and Moreton Bay Councillor Mark Booth on current issues and council initiatives.

Representatives from North Harbour’s development team are also on hand to share updates on future planning and infrastructure projects within the growing community.

The meetings serve as a forum for residents to voice concerns, ask questions, and actively contribute to shaping the neighbourhood they call home. Whether it’s about safety, development, or services, your input matters.

Upcoming 2025 meeting dates include June 11, August 13, October 8, and

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Tyson Tech, based in Burpengary East, has built a strong reputation since 2010 for tackling the jobs others won’t— specialising in everything from everyday screen replacements to advanced microsoldering and liquid damage restoration. Whether it’s a mobile phone that took an unexpected swim, a game console that’s given up mid-battle, or a laptop refusing to boot, Tyson Tech offers expert repairs with precision and care.

backed by more than 30 years of industry experience.

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OVER $10,000 has already been raised by Moreton Bay Div 2 Councillor Mark Booth in support of the Black Dog Institute, as he prepares to part ways with his yearlong mullet in a powerful stand for mental health awareness.

Set to take place on Friday, April 26 at Buddy Brewing in Burpengary, the event—titled ‘Boothy’s Getting a Business Cu’”—is open to the public and promises an afternoon of community spirit, conversations, and causedriven action.

Cr Booth will shave his mullet on the day, marking the culmination of a fundraising campaign launched to support those struggling with mental health, including himself.

The fundraiser is personal for Cr Booth, who recently spoke out about the emotional toll of sustained online bullying and defamation targeting both him and his partner.

“It’s been incredibly tough, but I know I’m not alone,” he said.

“This is about

Mullet raises funds for mental health

showing others that support is out there—and that it’s okay to ask for help.”

Hosted by Cr Booth and Cheers for Change, the event will feature guest appearances, live music, and access to donation points throughout the afternoon. A shuttle will also be available to assist with accessibility.

Cr Booth’s goal now is to double the funds before the clippers come out, aiming for $20,000 in total.

Donations can be made at mulletsformentalhealth. org.au.

“It’s more than just a haircut,” Booth said. “It’s a message to anyone doing it tough—you’re not alone, and people care.”

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Cr Mark Booth ready to say goodbye to mullet.

Neighbourhood Watch meeting on April 9. Photo: Facebook.

Celebrating camaraderie

Woodford RSL honours past with ANZAC Day

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AS ANZAC Day approaches, the Woodford RSL prepares to host a commemorative event that draws over 2,500 community members, showcasing the profound impact of military service and sacrifice.

The day will feature a dawn service, a gunfire breakfast, and a parade.

The Woodford RSL, with a history spanning over 100 years, is more than just a building for its veterans and members – it’s a sanctuary of camaraderie and understanding for those who have served.

For these veterans, ANZAC Day represents a sacred tribute to sacrifice and national identity.

“It’s about remembering

those who offered their lives for others,” veteran Darryl Marris said.

“When you look at those World War I trenches, you understand the true meaning of courage.

“We’ve devoted our lives and offered our lives to other people who have done the same thing.”

For veterans like Woodford RSL president, Robert Patterson, military service represents an opportunity for personal growth and national contribution.

“It’s not just about fighting,” he explained.

“It’s about serving your community, understanding sacrifice, and being part of something larger than yourself.”

30-year Army veteran, Paul Jarvis, added ANZAC Day is “not about glorifying war”, rather being about “understanding community, personal growth, and the importance of standing up for what you believe in”.

emphasised the importance of military service and what it offers young people.

“The military teaches you discipline, teamwork, and self-respect. You learn skills that translate into every aspect of life - leadership, problem-solving, and understanding the value of commitment,” Paul explained.

They also highlighted the unique sense of belonging military service provides, naming camaraderie as the best part of the RSL and military service.

“You develop a family that goes beyond blood relations. These are people who will literally risk their lives for you,” Darryl said.

a memorial - it’s a living testament to these values.

The veterans

The psychological benefits are equally significant for the veterans, as they described how military service can help young people develop resilience, confidence, and a sense of direction.

“Many young people today lack purpose,” Paul said.

“The military provides structure, education, and a clear path forward.”

ANZAC Day for them, therefore, is more than

“We’re not just remembering past sacrifices. We’re inspiring future generations to understand service, commitment, and national pride,” Robert explained.

The Woodford RSL plays a crucial role in preserving military history and supporting veterans, with Darryl adding it provides a

safe space for veterans to talk about their trauma.

“Unless you are able to talk to guys that understand the whole concept, you can’t truly comprehend what we’ve been through,” he said.

The Woodford RSL organises community events, raises funds, and provides a space for veterans to connect.

“We get satisfaction from

watching the kids talk about military service,” Robert said.

“We want to make sure young people learn what we went through,” Paul added. This ANZAC Day, the Woodford RSL invites the community to join in celebrating the brave men and women who served Australia, reminding all of the profound impact of military service.

ANZAC DAY 2025 RSL

Join Woodford RSL veterans in celebrating ANZAC Day.

Vintage bikes rally for ANZAC weekend

MORETON Bay and Somerset residents are invited to commemorate ANZAC Day with a powerful display of history and heritage, as the Historic Motorcycle Club of Queensland (HMCCQ) rolls out a special collection of vintage military motorcycles in Lowood on Friday, April 25.

these remarkable pieces of engineering and the stories behind them.

Lowood ANZAC Day Dawn Service and RSL Gunfi Breakfast, HMCCQ members will present a unique lineup of Veteran and Vintage-era motorcycles, many with wartime significance.

These lovingly preserved machines offer a moving tribute to Australia’s service members, showcasing a mechanical link to the past and the crucial role motorcycles played during times of conflict. Later that afternoon, the remembrance continues with a commemorative ride from Lowood to the Somerset community will be welcomed to view the motorcycles up close during an open display, offering a rare chance to experience

25TH APRIL

The ANZAC Day events serve as the lead-in to the Girder Fork Rally, held on April 26 at the Lowood Showgrounds, starting at 12pm, with a 1:30pm drive off. The drive will vary between 60km and 120km to cater for all interested. Now in its 40th year, the rally celebrates motorcycles featuring the classic ‘girder fork’ front suspension—a defining feature of early 20th-century bike design. More than 40 Vintage and Veteran motorcycles, some over 100 years old, are expected to participate. With a blend of remembrance, heritage, and community spirit, the ANZAC Day displays and Girder Fork Rally promise a weekend of meaningful reflection and mechanical nostalgia for all ages.

ANZAC DAY

When you join the RSL you become part of a grand tradition of mateship and support. For more than 100 years now Kilcoy RSL has helped veterans –regardless of how, where or when they served. We have worked to protect the rights of those who have live peacefully, and this continues to drive us today.

Being an RSL member is a way to help members of our Defence family; those who are injured or ill; those who are struggling with transition, and the partners and families of all members. It is also a way to recognise and honour

When we commemorate Australia’s military heritage we do so for our Defence family, those who have gone before and for all

LEST WE FORGET

Australians. Our services, ceremonies and events help build pride in our country and respect for our Defence Force - past, present and future. These traditions, repeated generation after generation, make our heritage strong - ANZAC Day, Remembrance Day, Vietnam Veterans Day.

Our mission is to provide care, commemoration and camaraderie for veterans and their families.

Since 1919 Kilcoy RSL Sub-Branch has been conducting ANZAC Day commemorations with the assistance of the community. This continues to the present day with various organisations joining our Veterans and ADF personnel in our main march, for example, schools, volunteers, community and sporting clubs.

Please contact the Sub-Branch on 54220564 if you require assistance with transport for the march and let us know in advance as numbers are limited.

We thank the Kilcoy Golf Club for their continued assistance providing golf buggies to assist with this transportation.

The Dawn Service will commence at 5 am at the Memorial Wall, followed march will commence at 10.30 am from Seib Street. Please assemble from 10.15 am. The Main Service will commence on completion of the march. All are welcome to attend lunch in the Sub-Branch on completion.

le Memorial Park,

Brisbane Valley Highway

Kilcoy

5am - Dawn Service

8am - March from Uniting Church to Fernvale Memorial Park, followed by the Commemorative Service

Kilcoy Memorial Wall, McCauley Street

10.30am - March followed by Commemorative Service

Linville

Linville War Memorial, George Street

8am - March from Linville Hall 8:15am - Commemorative Service

Lowood

Clock Park, Peace Street 4.28am - Dawn Service

Toogoola

Join Girder Fork Rally in Lowood on April 26 and 27.

Planting the new seeds of success

Toogoolawah’s new $40,000 greenhouse

TOOGOOLAWAH State High School (TSHS) has officially opened its new $40,000 greenhouse on April 4, providing agriculture students and the school with a safe spot to grow produce, including zucchini, pumpkin, lettuce, and broccoli.

The 20m x 10m structure was donated to the

school through The Roy Alexander Scholarship Fund, by directors Bill and Norma Dale, with Barr Contracting carrying out the construction and, afterwards, Carbon Plus Compost donating the soil for the garden beds.

Bill and Norma, who have donated to various causes to encourage kids to work with agriculture over the years, said they chose

the school after moving to the area and seeing the students’ crops getting destroyed by the livestock and rain.

“The first thing that glared out at us was that the kids had just done a lot of gardening and the animals had been in and destroyed it and I felt sorry for the little faces, because you get so excited when you’re growing something,” Norma said.

Toogoolawah State High School’s new $40,000 greenhouse.

“We had a few years when we couldn’t do anything because of COVID and what we had put aside to spend in that time saved up and it was enough to do this.

“We want kids to realise there is a life on the land and this is the mountain.”

According to TSHS Principal,

Esk Garden Fair set to receive 7,000 visitors

SOMERSET Council has approved an event application for the annual Esk Garden Fair, to be held on Saturday, June 21, in Pipeliner Park, Esk.

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the longhighlight of the year for the region.

“The Valley of the Lakes Garden Club have done a lot of work to grow this event over the years, and they’re expecting around 7,000 visitors in 2025,” Cr

“The Esk Garden Fair aims at promoting the unique lifestyle of the Somerset region to the wider South East Queensland community while highlighting the benefits and pleasures of gardening.”

“There’s always an incredible display of plants, gardening equipment and decorations, cooking demonstrations, and plenty of food and drink stalls.”

The event will be held from 8am to 3pm and costs $5 entry.

Ross Jardine, said the greenhouse is “fantastic”, helping the school grow produce in a safe space.

“It supports some of our sustainable goals and helps kids think about industries, because they would only see these greenhouses down at Gatton, but now they have they see in industry right here at the school,” he said.

“They feel valued and I think that’s really nice when kids feel invested in.”

Angela Lynch Agriculture teacher, Mr Hardy Manser, pointed out the notable difference between the produce already growing in the greenhouse and the produce the students grow

in their own little outdoor garden beds.

“What we plant now grows out into full plants, and the kids can see the difference between industry results and the loss of produce in the open field,” he said.

and best” in the state.

“They can see how hard real agriculture is and how investment in industry standard increases production.”

According to Mr Manser, who has seen a lot of these facilities throughout Queensland, said TSHS’s is “by far one of the biggest

Another agriculture teacher, Angela Lynch, added the facility would help get students interested in agriculture and growing produce and plants, even if not as profession.

“It’s not only the kids who want to go off to a trade, but also the ones who might grow to enjoy the hobby,” she said.

Regional talent on national stage

TOOGOOLAWAH artist

Naomi McKenzie has been shortlisted for the 2025 Galah Regional Photography Prize, Australia’s richest photography competition for regional artists.

Selected from more than 1,100 entries across all corners of regional Australia, Ms McKenzie is among 37 contemporary photographers to be shortlisted for the competition that carries a total prize pool of $27,000.

Her work will be showcased alongside 42 standout images in a major exhibition at the New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) in Armidale, NSW, from April 11.

The winners will be revealed at a celebratory exhibition party at NERAM on Friday, May 2, 2025.

Ms McKenzie said she was “absolutely thrilled” to find out she was a finalist and have her work recognised amongst “the calibre of artists”, calling it “such a privilege”.

“My image ‘Audio Eyes’ was shot on medium format film and is a reminder of the wonderful diversities in regional communities,” she

said.

“I can’t overstate the importance of these kinds of prizes for regional artists.

The region’s are brimming with creativity and it’s this kind of support from organisations like Galah and regional councils that future proof arts in regional

created to celebrate the incredible talent thriving beyond metropolitan art hubs, showcasing the diversity, complexity, and beauty of regional Australia.

“The quality of work submitted this year is remarkable, and it’s a privilege to provide a platform where regional photographers can share their stories, perspectives, and technical brilliance with a wider audience,” she said.

Australia.

“I am personally thankful also to Somerset Council and The Condensery for supporting local artists to thrive on a national stage.”

All finalist works will be available for sale during the exhibition, with the option for photographers to offer limited edition print runs.

Galah founder Annabelle Hickson said the prize was

Recognising that the costs of printing, framing, and freight can often prevent regional artists from showcasing their work, Galah has launched an Artist Subsidy Fund. This fund will be divided equally among the 40 finalists to help offset exhibition expenses.

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Agriculture students with Bill and Norma Dale and teachers in the new greenhouse.

Esk Garden Fair 2024.

Naomi McKenzie.

L-R Hardy Manser, Bill and Norma Dale, Angela Lynch and Principal Ross Jardine. limited edi

‘Audio Eyes’ by Naomi.

Silent spreaders lasting impacts

A NEW QUT behavioural economics study has revealed that undetected COVID-19 infections — particularly among asymptomatic individuals who avoided testing and isolation — significantly prolonged the pandemic’s spread and distorted public health responses.

The research, led by Associate Professor Jayanta Sarkar (pictured), found that personal testing and isolation behaviour played a key role in shaping disease transmission.

PLoS One, showed that the proportion of asymptomatic infections may have ranged from 1.2 to 91.9 per cent globally.

Prof Sarkar said the research highlighted the mental trade-offs people made around testing, such as income loss or social isolation.

Last chance for free vaccination

IMMUNISATION rates

the free clinics.

and one clinic in Wamuran.

Early reliance on symptom-based testing missed many asymptomatic cases, especially when perceived risk was low.

However, testing increased during reported case surges, as higher risk perception encouraged more people to test and self-isolate.

“This created a feedback loop,” Prof Sarkar said.

“Rising cases prompted more testing, which curbed transmission. But as cases declined, so did testing, leading to ongoing, undetected spread.”

The study, published in

data to gauge infection risk.

rapid testing and global surveillance infrastructure to detect future outbreaks early.

“Failing to identify asymptomatic carriers means underestimating the real scale of disease and its severity,” Prof Sarkar said. “Incentivised testing and strong data-sharing systems are essential to save lives and better manage future pandemics.”

The findings underscore the role of individual behaviour in pandemic control, supporting calls for stronger public health messaging and improved testing strategies for the next global health crisis.

remain low across Kilcoy, Woodford and Wamuran, which have been identified by Queensland Health as an area of need for improved COVID-19 and influenza vaccine coverage and are priority communities for Brisbane North PHN.

For the third year running, and together with the Queensland Injectors Health Network (QuIHN), Brisbane North PHN is pleased to offer free community vaccine clinics to residents of Kilcoy, Woodford and, this year, Wamuran, who will be able to access both COVID-19 and flu vaccines at

To ensure this service is accessible to as many priority community members as possible, in

partnership with vaccine provider QuIHN, they have extended the 2025 program to include five clinics: two in Kilcoy, two in Woodford,

Food’s memory fog

UNSW Sydney researchers have found that cycling between healthy and unhealthy diets can impair memory and alter the gut microbiome.

The study, published in Molecular Nutrition and Food Research, showed that rats exposed to highfat, high-sugar foods for extended periods performed

worse in spatial memory tests. Researchers also noted reduced gut bacteria diversity and increased ‘bad’ bacteria, suggesting a gut-brain link.

The findings raise concerns about common eating habits — such as weekend bingeing — and their potential impact on brain health over time.

At their second very successful clinic in Kilcoy, they saw 110 residents attended on April 12 to receive their annual vaccines – many of whom expressed an appreciation for access to this service in the community.

Wamuran’s clinic was held on April 5 seeing 28 patients attend and 52 vaccines administered, many also expressing their appreciation of these services.

Appointments for Woodford’s second clinic on Saturday, May 17 are available online or by calling 07 3620 8111, with walk-ins welcome on the day.

Both Medicare and nonMedicare card holders can access this service at no cost.

This is your final opportunity to receive a free vaccine service in Woodford for 2025.

Further information will be published in the coming weeks, and some information is available on the Brisbane North PHN website: https://www. brisbanenorthphn.org.au/

Home & Garden Renovation

Get your garden ready for winter chills

With Brownie

I KNOW it doesn’t feel like it yet but trust me winter is on the way.

It’s not only us fragile humans who feel the effects of the cooler weather … our gardens do as well.

Queensland winters generally mean lower temperatures and lower rainfall. It is better than what the southern parts of the country receive, which is cold wet winters. They play havoc on gardens.

So for us, our garden plants don’t stop growing through winter – they may slow down, but they don’t stop. This means that they still

need the basics for survival in sufficient supplies – that is water, sunlight, nutrients, soil, air and warmth (or protection from cold).

Some plants are designed to flourish in these conditions, such as Camellia, Poinsettia and flowering succulents.

But most will slow down their metabolic processes in response to the lower light, water and warmth. So to help your garden through the winter, there are a few basic things you can do. Mulch the soil. This keeps the ground warmer around the roots, and conserves moisture from the drying

Ask Brownie

Interested to read about growing lychees, but how can I get more fruits off my mango tree next year?

Garth, Peachester

Thanks Garth. If you haven’t had very good fruiting for a number of years, you may have a dud tree planted, and so the best option is to cut it out and plant another. If it was just last season, you need to look at your watering and feeding

regime. Mangoes are tropical plants and so like higher water and nutrient levels than some other fruit trees. Also to get good fruits, you need to get good flower pollination. According to researchers, the best pollinators for mangoes are native flies and native bees rather than European honey bees, so look at attracting these by giving them more of what they need in the rest of your

winter winds.

Water once a week. If you’ve mulched, once a week will be fine – veggie gardens will need three times a week. Water and mulch will also keep the soil microorganisms happy, meaning that you’ll have healthier soil too.

Fertilise less. Slower growing plants need less nutrients, so don’t overfertilise. Also use a fertiliser with less nitrogen and slightly more potassium. Move potted plants. Smaller pots can easily be moved to a spot which receives more light. It’s a good idea to have larger pots

garden – native flowering plants will do the trick.

This may include planting native plants close to your mango trees that produce lots of nectar and pollen at times when the mango tree isn’t in flower.

Mango flowering is initiated by cold weather –which hopefully we’ll have some of this winter.

either on wheels or use an upright trolley to give them a holiday in a sunnier place. Fork the ground. Use your garden fork to aerate the soil, allowing oxygen to reach the plant roots and making for better water penetration.

Protect sensitive plants. If you experience frosts or have specific cold sensitive plants, it may be a good idea to protect them with a shadecloth cover. Build a frame so that you can easily throw the cloth over when very cold nights are predicted, and then you can take it off in the morning. Also watch out for those

in July and August. Prune in June. It’s time to prune things like Roses, Crepe myrtle, Plumbago, Frangipani, and Copperleaf (or Acalypha). Definitely don’t prune your spring flowering shrubs – such as Azalea, Brunsfelsia, Jasmine, you don’t have one or two of these, you should – they’re colourful, hardy and have old-world charm). Just doing these basics will have your garden purring through the winter months are ready to kick off again next spring.

temperatures when they start flowering. To improve your mango crop, you should be watering and feeding with a fruit tree fertiliser towards the end of winter as they begin to wake for flowering.

Then they need milder

One of the main problems with mangoes is anthracnose, which is a black fungal infection. To help strengthen

the tree’s defences, it is important to feed the tree with potash as well.

Once you see flowers forming, spray them and the whole tree every three weeks with a fungicide spray from flowering, until just before you harvest.

Alternate between a copper based fungicide (like Yates Liquid Copper – it’s copper formulation is less likely to accumulate in the soil) and Mancozeb, that way you’ll vary the type of fungicide being used. Meaning you’ll be better

placed to control a wider range of problems, and you’ll prevent any copper build-up in the soil.

If we get periods of extended rains, you might need to make the sprays each fortnight during that period.

And don’t forget to treat around the base of your trees if you have them mulched – as the fungal spores will be living there just waiting to rise up and infect your mangoes.

At least our winter gardening isn’t this hard.

Brownie

Do you know how to GO like a PRO?

CITY of Moreton Bay’s new garden organics (GO) bins are helping residents live a greener and cleaner life one collection at a time.

To help make the most of your GO bin, here’s a few helpful tips:

· Line your bin with leaves or sticks first and add lawn clippings last

· Put your bin out for collection every fortnight. This reduces odour!

· Mow your lawn as close to bin collection day as

possible

· Only place garden organic waste in your bin. Keep out anything else.

Did you know that putting waste in your GO bin that isn’t accepted can lead to contamination?

Contamination sadly means valuable organic waste is sent to landfill, resulting in higher processing costs.

So, what do you put in your GO bin? Only place in things like leaves, branches, flowers, grass clippings, and small shrubs.

It can be tempting to bag up your garden waste before putting it in the bin with garbage

bags, or compostable and biodegradable packaging, but even the most ecofriendly products need to be kept out of your bin.

Common garden items like soil, pots, animal waste, potting mix and rocks sound like they should go in the GO bin. But these are all general waste items that can contaminate your GO bin and should not go in.

So, next time you want to spruce up the garden, GO like a PRO and place just garden organic waste in the GO bin, and everything else in general waste or recycling.

Avoid dodgy work

QUEENSLAND’S building regulator has urged home owners to avoid the risk of further damage to their properties by ensuring they only use appropriately licensed tradespeople for repairs or rebuilding work in the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) said owners who were keen to start repairs or rebuilding work as soon as possible could make the mistake of employing a person without

the relevant licence, skills or experience to perform the work.

A QBCC spokesperson also reminded owners to contact their insurer before starting any work to discuss the damage and work they are proposing to undertake. This is to avoid potential issues with any claims lodged.

The QBCC has also reiterated the importance of waiting until homes are sufficiently dry before starting work. Timber frames, especially, need to

be sufficiently dry before plasterboard can be rehung. It is a legal requirement that building work over the value of $3,300 must be performed by an appropriately licensed individual and must be accompanied by a contract. Unlicensed work is illegal work and potentially dangerous and can lead to owners having to spend significantly more money in the future to rectify any defective work. Additionally, unlicensed work is not covered by the

Queensland Home Warranty Scheme (QHWS), which is administered by the QBCC and is separate to any home and contents insurance policies taken out by an owner.

Some work, including electrical and plumbing work of any value, can legally only be performed by appropriately licensed individuals, due to the potential risk to public health and safety with this type of work.

The QBCC website has more information available.

A New Era for The Pump House

AFTER the recent acquisition of The Pump House by Ben and Jock Lee a new Management team has been announced.

Taking on the role of General Manager is Nick Fitzgerald. Nick was initially employed in 2008 as a Trades Assistant working on a strawberry farm irrigation installation. Fast forward from there he has worked in almost every role within the organisation including serviceman, sales counter,

this amazing company!” Taking on the role as Business Development Manager is Tony Minto. Tony began his journey at The Pump House in 2003 as an electrician at the Nambour branch. In 2007 he became a partner, taking on the role of Electrical Manager. Over the next 22 years, he has had the privilege of watching the team grow from just 23 to 75!

Tony says “I’m excited and honoured to be a

see where this journey takes

Tony and Nick from The Pump House.

What’s On

Caboolture Easter

Carnival

When: Friday April 18, 11am - 6.30pm Where: Caboolture Showgrounds

Info: Join us for a day of FUN & CELEBRATION! Entry: Adults 16+ $14.00, Children 4 - 15 Years $8.00, Under 3 FREE, Get your tickets now at www.tickets.oztix.com.

au. For the Kids: FREE Face Painting, FREE Rides, FREE Animal Farm, FREE Laser Tag, For the Adults: Tasty Food Stalls, Unique Market Treasures, Lively Carnival Atmosphere.

Woodford Country Sunday Markets

When: Sunday April 20, 7am - 12pm Where: 109 Archer Street, Woodford

Info: Set in the beautiful Binambi Place, immerse yourself in a vibrant community atmosphere where local artisans, farmers, and crafters showcase their talents.

Navigating the Aged Care Maze

When: Wednesday April 23, 10.30am - 12.30pm Where: Kilcoy Library Kennedy Street Kilcoy

Info: Starting to explore aged care options for you or a loved one. Aged Care Advocacy will answer questions about services and choices available to you. Bookings essential via the Somerset On The Go app or phone 5424 4000.

Thyme Lifestyle Resort Moreton Bay Information Session

When: Wednesday April 23, 11am

Where: 70 Amy St, Morayfield

Info: Only 10 homes remain in this boutique community, with prices from $665,000. Explore these new low maintenance homes by reserving your free tickets. Call 1300 295 807.

Navigating the Aged Care Maze

When: Wednesday April 23, 10.30am - 12.30pm Where: Kilcoy Library Kennedy Street, Kilcoy Info: Starting to explore aged care options for you or a loved one. Aged Care Advocacy will answer questions about services and choices available to you. Bookings essential via the Somerset On The Go app or phone 5424 4000.

BullyProof Australia Event

When: Wednesday April 23, 1.30pm - 2.30pm Where: Coominya State School

Info: BullyProof Australia Ambassador and former world boxer Jeff HOrn is coming to Coominya State School.

Girls on the Green Day

When: Saturday April 26, 2pm

Where: Kilcoy Bowls Club, 11 Royston St, Kilcoy. Info: To encourage more women in sport, we are hosting a special day for you

to come and try lawn bowls. Men are also welcome. Bring a team of 4 or come alone and meet new friends. No experience needed. Bowlers must be 9 years of age +. Our friendly bowlers will be on hand to help you learn the ropes if you need them. Bowls will supplied. Afternoon tea provided. All at no cost. Come along and have some fun while getting fit. For more details, call Trudi on 0455 955 560.

120 years Celebration of the Caboonbah Undenominational Church

When: Sunday April 27, 11am - 2pm

Where: Cressbrook Caboonbah Road, Mt. Beppo

Info: Combined Churches working together service at 1pm. Come join in the fun and fellowship. Sunday the 27th of April 2025 @ 11am until 2pm

Cruisin’ Caboolture

When: Sunday April 27, 10am

Where: James St Precinct, Caboolture

Info: Get ready to start your engines as an exciting FREE event is steaming its way back into Caboolture. New this year, the event will also showcase an impressive display of bikes alongside the cars. If cars, bikes, and live music weren’t enough, you can also enjoy a range of local craft brews and delicious food trucks to delight your taste buds! Cruisin’ Caboolture is set to be a family-friendly afternoon in the heart of

Caboolture and be the perfect opportunity to witness elegant cars and quality local entertainment.

Eco-Themed Film Shorts

When: Sunday April 27, 1:45pm - 4pm

Where: Burpengary Community Hall, 111 Station Road, Burpengary Info: Moreton Climate Action Now, with the support of City of Moreton Bay and curated by Environmental Films Australia, is delighted to present a programme of eco-themed movie shorts, followed by a facilitated discussion and light refreshments. Cost

Adults full price: $4, Concessions: $2, Children under 15, free. More info: www.moretonbay.qld.gov. au/Events/Eco-ThemedFilm-Shorts

Healthy Eating tips & tricks

When: Monday April 28, 10am - 11am

Where: Esk Library 19 Heap Street, Esk Info: Unsure where to start to build a healthier you? Join an accredited dietitian at your local library to better understand food options and develop healthy eating habits. Bookings essential via the Somerset On the Go app or phone 5424 4000.

In Good Company: Financial Security & Scam Awareness

When: Wednesday April 30, 10am - 12pm

Where: Fernvale Visitor Information Centre 1483

Brisbane Valley Highway, Fernvale

Info: Overview of online financial security. Learn how to identify scams and how you can be more cautious and aware. Please note that this is general advice only and is not tailored to your personal financial circumstances.

Pets in Public Spaces information sessions

When: Saturday May 3, 7am - 11am

Where: Denham Place Park, Denham Place, Burpengary

East Info: Are you a pet parent or adopting a new fur baby?

Join Council Rangers at one of our parks to learn about your responsibilities as a pet owner in City of Moreton Bay.

In Good CompanyMidday Movies

When: Sunday May 4, 11am - 2pm

Where: Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre 41 Hope St, Kilcoy Info: Midday Movies is a social activity of the In Good Company program May Movie - Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Somerset Seniors are invited to enjoy good company, morning tea and relive the classic movies of the 1950’s 60’s and 70’s. Bookings essential, contact Council on 5424 4000.

In Good Company: Coominya Capers

When: Wednesday May 7, 9am - 11am

Where: Coominya Public Hall 27 Main Street, Coominya

Info: Coominya Capers is a social activity of the In Good Company Program. Somerset Seniors are invited to join us for a morning of cards, games, good company and morning tea.

Stanley Rivers

Polocrosse Carnival

When: Saturday May 10Sunday May 11, 8.30am Where: Kilcoy Showgrounds, 26 Showgrounds Rd, Woolmar

Info: Polocrosse is a family oriented team sport played on horseback played by men and women, young and old. Come and experience this exciting sport for yourself!

Toogoolawah Mother’s Day High Tea

When: Sunday May 11, 10am - 1pm Where: RSL Hall, 33 Cairnscroft Street, Toogoolawah

Info: Celebrate Mother’s Day by joining us for this annual high tea fundraising event to support the Toogoolawah History Museum.

2025 Heritage Day at Caboolture

When: Saturday May 17, 9am - 3pm Where: Caboolture Historical Village, 280 Beerburrum Road, Caboolture

Info: Heritage Day celebrates the rich cultural traditions of the past.

120 years of picnic and community

THE Caboonbah Undenominational Church is inviting Somerset locals to join their 120 birthday picnic on April 27 at Cressbrook Caboonbah Road, Mount Beppo.

The event promises a day of fun from 11am to 2pm, including live music by Queensland conservatorium music student Aria Cook, and a combined church service held by an ecumenical group of six local denominations from 10am to 11am.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own picnic, with music starting at 11am, or come early for the ‘Churches working together’ service inside the historic church.

There will also be burgers and coffee and drinks available to purchase.

Donation tins will be available on entry to contribute to the maintenance of the historic building and grounds.

Cash donation box inside church or Square transfers will be available on the day.

For more information, please feel free to contact John Somerset on t. 0417 618 899 or email caboonbahchurch@gmail. com

Turtles are talk of town

THE inaugural Moreton Bay Turtle Symposium is set to take place on May 3 and 4, bringing much-needed attention to the rising number of turtle nests along the Queensland Coast.

With turtle nesting numbers having increased by up to 125 per cent, the symposium will focus on the urgent need for conservation efforts in response to human impacts and climate change.

The event will be hosted by the Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group (ESRAG Moreton Bay), REF Environmental, and Bribie Island Turtle Trackers (BITT).

such incidents.

From 10 am to 2 pm, the event will feature guest speakers who will share their knowledge about turtles in Moreton Bay and eco-tourism

The symposium will kick off on Saturday, May 3, with a family-friendly event at Queens Beach North, Scarborough.

This location holds historical significance after hatchlings were seen heading the wrong way due to poor lighting back in 2010.

New lighting measures were put in place to avoid

expert will share his incredible insights, including one about a tagged hatchling from Mon Repos that returned to nest 20 years later.

The event will also include updates on ‘Mrs Mystify’, a popular adult turtle who visits Scarborough regularly, and presentations from marine experts on local conservation efforts.

Hopping fun in Kilcoy

THE Kilcoy Exchange Hotel invites guests for a funpacked Easter long weekend, with many fun specials and events.

Don’t miss the Country Thursday on April 17, featuring a $20 Steak Special. Diners can enjoy a delicious meal while a live soloist performs from 7:15pm.

While the hotel will be closed on Good Friday, it will be back in full swing on Saturday, April 19, with the

Rockin’ Roos Duo taking the stage at 8:30pm, offering a night of lively music and entertainment. It promises to be a fun-filled evening with great tunes. Finally, on Easter Sunday, April 20, the Kilcoy Exchange Hotel will host a special Easter lunch, along with a fun Kids’ Easter Egg Hunt. Table bookings are highly recommended to ensure a spot, and reservations can be made by calling (07) 5497 1331.

Start engines for Cruisin’ Caboolture

GET ready to start your engines as an exciting free event is steaming its way back into Caboolture.

opportunities that benefit the local community.

The day will also include indigenous food tastings, kids’ activities, and plenty of lucky door prizes for attendees.

On Sunday, May 4, the symposium will continue at The Komo Redcliffe, with a nominally ticketed event featuring keynote speaker Professor Col Limpus.

The renowned turtle

The symposium will offer critical updates from local researchers, turtle carers, and conservation organizations, all working to protect Moreton Bay’s marine habitats and turtle populations.

With the region’s increasing popularity as a tourist destination, the event serves as a timely reminder of the importance of preserving these incredible creatures for future generations.

Tickets are available via the event’s QR code, and all are encouraged to join in supporting turtle conservation efforts.

On Sunday, April 27, James St Precinct, Caboolture will come alive once again from 10:00am to 3:00pm for Cruisin’ Caboolture.

Cruisin’ Caboolture features an afternoon of entertainment, including a Show & ‘n’ Shine Car Show, a Competition of over 100+ Vehicles, live music, and free children’s activities, including kids rides and craft activities available in the kids zone.

New this year, the event will also showcase an impressive display of bikes alongside the cars. If cars, bikes, and live music weren’t enough, you can also enjoy a range of local craft brews and delicious food trucks to delight your taste buds.

From 10:00am to 3:00pm, local talent will also be bringing the event to life. 2:00pm – Show ‘n’ Shine Winners Announced 2:20pm – Car Departure Parade 2:20pm – Colt Thomas Jr More info visit https:// whatsonmoretonbay.com/ events/cruisin-caboolture

Crusin Caboolture is back on April 27.

Moreton Bay Turtle Symposium is on May 3 and 4.

Henry Somerset COMMENT

Make stuff

We are all in agreementwe should make more stuff

From Donald Trump to Anthony Albanese, political leaders want to make more stuff closer to home.

Trump is trying tariffs and Albanese is trying to throw a billion or two at ‘Made in Australia’. Dutton also supports more Australian Made, albeit without subsidies.

Like motherhood, everyone is in furious agreement that having more stuff made here is a ‘good thing’. But there are certain practical issues.

China trains more engineers than the USA does lawyerS.

One campus (that’s a huge ecosystem of factories) I visited in Guangzhou has more electrical and materials

engineers than in all of Australia.

And in this factory campus, which makes electronic stuff in about every Aussie home and the hands of every ‘Made in Aussie’ politician and candidate, the land was given free by the provincial government and the buildings built to spec and paid for by the national and local government.

As was the huge training college on site for the 100,000 technicians and assemblers.

How do we compete?

Fortunately a visit to the huge cafeterias (meals are free) showed the beef in the stirfry came from Australia, as did, I was told, some of the grain in their sweet buns. And half the steel in the buildings and

machinery was made from West Australian iron ore. So Australia is getting something out of the massive production in China. But to make even some more basic stuff, Australia still requires a lot more

engineers and metal working tradies, cheaper rates, gas and electricity - and good relations with China. You probably don’t know, given all the secrecy, but southeast Queensland is home to a major project

Under My Skin

Newsflash — Aust declares war on China

Australia officially declared war on China by whipping the Communist country’s leaders with a white feather.

“Cop that”, yelled Foreign Minister Penny Wong. (Wong is “foreign” Minister because her beliefs are totally foreign to most Australians.)

“Do you feel lucky, punk?” snarled PM (Dirty Harry) Albo. “Well, do ya?”

“You want more?” cried Defence Minister Dicky (Oliver Twist) Marles. “This won’t tickle, ya know”.

“I’m Clare O’Neill”, was the way the Federal Housing Minister introduced herself to Chinese Communist Party officials. I’m the Member for Hotham, a beautifully diverse and welcoming part of Melbourne’s south east”.

And Trade Minister Don (Capt. Feathersword) Farrell said something but was retreating so quickly none of his gibberish could be picked up by the chasing TV microphones.

OK, so maybe we haven’t actually declared war but we have protested about recent Chinese Communist Party war games and covert

surveillance around our coastline by tickling the provocateurs with a feather — a white one to emphasise our cowardice.

The main gripe from one reader however is not about China’s acts of military aggression but the Albanese Government’s “bloody virtue signalling” involving China and other countries.

She claims small businesses that import products are being strangled by the government’s laughable “forced labour” red tape while totally ignoring the issue itself.

Small businesses have to develop, and comply with, a Child Labor Prohibition Policy.

That policy “establishes the company’s commitment to preventing that practice, with a strict prohibition on the worst forms of child labour as defined by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and in compliance with national laws.

“The policy aims to ensure a safe, lawful, and ethical work environment for all”.

But when it comes to the government, its ideologies,

and its big business mates, ethics fly out the window. Here’s some examples: Australian’s clean energy industry has warned of growing evidence linking renewable energy supply chains to modern slavery, and urged companies and governments to act to eliminate it.

About 2.6 million Uyghur and Kazakh people have been subjected to coercion, “re-education programs”, and internment in the Xinjiang region of north-west China, which is the source of 40-45 per cent of the world’s solar-grade polysilicon.

On batteries, there were major issues with the mining of between 15% and 30% of the world’s cobalt in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Amnesty International found that children, some as young as seven, were working in artisanal cobalt mines, often for less than $2 a day.

On wind energy, there had been rapid growth in demand for balsa wood used in turbine blades that had reportedly led to workers in Ecuador’s Amazon region being subject to substandard

WEASEY’S PROPERTY REPORT

Core Logic’s April Housing Chart Pack: Is the growth over the past 5 years unparalleled? In a word – No. Not even close.

Even the staff at CoreLogic Australia must have need a break from the choppy seas of US trade policy positions - the newly released April housing pack has taken a stroll back into the archives.

To summarise: the current five-year housing growth figure remains well below the historic highs of the late 1980s and early 2000s. Australia’s housing market has recorded a whopping 39.1% increase in national home values over the past five years which added approximately $230,000 to the median dwelling price according to CoreLogic’s April Housing Chart Pack. While this growth is incredible, it remains well below the historical highs seen during previous

property booms in the late 1980s and early 2000s.

Kaytlin Ezzy, Economist for CoreLogic writes that the current cycle is relatively moderate compared to previous periods. Data presented in the Housing Chart pack shows that over the five years to March 1989, national home values jumped 75.5%, while the five years to December 2003 saw an even greater rise of 79.7%.

Ezzy points to several catalysts behind the earlier booms. In the late 1980s, a wave of population growth, financial market deregulation and falling interest rates following the 1982–83 recession massively boosted housing demand. Then in 1985 the

introduction of capital gains tax - with exemptions for primary residences - helped fuel a rise in owner-occupier purchases.

The early 2000s boom was also driven by economic momentum following the Asian Financial Crisis, the low-interest rate environment and the onset of the mining boom. Policy incentives, such as firsthome buyer grants and tax changes benefiting investors also helped spur on demand during this period. Despite being less dramatic in percentage terms, the recent five-year increase has apparently translated to a much larger dollar gain for homeowners. “While the growth is about half of what was seen during earlier

to make naval dronesunmanned small warships. We can make the hulls, given this area still has a couple of factories making tinnys for fisherfolk. But the motors come from the USA and just about all the controls come from China. There’s dozens of small electric motors, such as those for the electric windows in your car, to steer and operate the weapons remotely.

The lesson here is that Australia can’t afford to be offside with either USA or China because we otherwise won’t have any naval drones operational if either attack us.

Australians are brilliant at taking a few scraps of the right type of steel and some other off-the-shelf parts and making ‘best in

labour conditions, including payment being made with alcohol or drugs.

The demand for balsa has also reportedly increased deforestation and affected the land rights of Indigenous people in Peru.

So while Aussie small businesses hit the wall in record numbers, our government hits them with baseball bats and tickles the real enemies with white feathers.

Footnote: The final word must come from Climate Change and Energy Minister, Chris “The Babbler” Bowen: “Children don’t get cheaper when they turn six”.

That is a direct quote from our fearless climate warrior. It has nothing to do with this subject but then again, what has he ever said that makes sense?

The gangs get it

This is how Aussie bureaucratic/political logic works: They legislate that health warnings must be printed on every individual cigarette. The price of “legal” cigarettes goes up. Smokers instead buy readily-available illegally-imported cigarettes.

The bikie gangs and other

peaks, the dollar increase is far more significant - around $230,000 today, compared to $140,000 in 2003 and just $60,000 in 1989,” Ezzy said. Other highlights from the Chart pack:

• *CoreLogic estimates the combined value of residential real estate rose to $11.3 trillion in March.

• *National home values rose 0.7% over the rolling quarter, with the capitals up 0.5% and the regions up 1.4%.

• *CoreLogic estimates there were 42,553 sales nationally in March, taking the rolling 12-month count to 528,212. While -2.1% below the recent peak record in December (539,743), the annual measure is up 4.6% compared to last year,

the world’ stuff for farms, mines, fishing. But we rely on all those imported bits and pieces. We were looking at upgrading our dozer. USA brand $550,000. Chinese brand $175,000. Chinese brand with USA motor and European hydraulics $190,000.

The Chinese have thrown all those engineers, cheaper wages and subsidies to make our Australian choices very interesting.

At least we can keep our lifestyle very ‘Made in Australia’ with lots of imported stuff!

crime syndicates import more illegal tobacco and the “turf war” results in more serious crimes including murder.

The gangs make more non-taxable profits. The government collects less tobacco tax so the wealth of the nation declines while the health of the nation does not improve. That is the sort of logic costing us billions of dollars each year.

We solemnly promise

Major policy announcement from the Labor/Greens/Teals (non) coalition:

By 2030, every tree in every street in every Australian town and city will be replaced by a tax-payerfunded, made-in-China wind turbine to combat global boiling.

By 2030, every roof on every building in Australia will be covered by taxpayerfunded, made-in-China solar panels to combat global boiling.

By 2030, every Australian will be given a taxpayerfunded, made-in-China, solar-powered Chris Bowen look-alike gnome (exploding lithium batteries included) to

and 4.1% above the previous five-year average.

• *Properties are staying on the market longer, with the national median time to sell increasing from 30 days a year ago to 40 days in Q1 2025.

• *After expanding through the second half of 2024 and into 2025, median vendor discounting rates tightened slightly over the three months to March to -3.5%.

Note: the seasonal slowdown in listing numbers in some coastal regions of Brisbane and greater Brisbane has been impacted by the aftermath of Cyclone Alfred as well. Repairs and clean ups are generally underway but supply of some stock to the market is delayed. Overall, property values have continued

By SKINHEAD

honour our intrepid climate warrior for single-handedly preventing global boiling.

Just briefly

The brand of politics being practised in Australia at present proves that Karl Marx was right when he said democracy is the road to socialism.

We’re told seven-year-olds with suicidal thoughts are calling Kids Helpline. That’s terrifying on many levels. I’m sure I had no concept of suicide when I was seven.

Obviously NSW Labor Premier Chris Minns isn’t facing an election soon. He’s doubled down on forcing public servants to work in the office. Albanese and Dutton don’t have the vital body parts to put good government ahead of political expediency. Quote for the Week:

“Sometimes I think war is God’s way of teaching us geography”. — Ac-tor/ comedian Paul Rodriguez.

to experience persistent upward pressure because of low stock levels, solid demand and constrained supply.

If you would like assistance in your own real estate journey, please don’t hesitate to contact me anytime on 0427 536 725 or cwease@remaxliving.com. au. I look forward to hearing from you, and I’m grateful to be of service to our wonderful communities. living

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

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Charolais X steers 28mths old Sell to $2000/head at Toogoolawah

A LARGER yarding of 2281 head at Toogoolawah’s first Weaner/ Store sale of 2025 saw all feeder cattle sell to stronger rates with more competition from a larger panel of buyers. Top quality lines of euro cross weaner steers saw much improved competition from western and local buyers who have had tremendous recent rainfall. Lighter but topquality Angus steers also met with stronger support and were considerably dearer. Feeder heifers and quality lines of euro weaner heifers met with much more demand selling to a large range of buyers. Cows and calves sold to an improved market for the quality offered.

Charolais x Steers 30mths old, account Gemseekers International sold for $2000/ head. Borehead Pastoral of Pilton sold Angus X steers 26mths old for $2000/ head. Blair Patterson of Harlin sold Charbray Steers 20mths old for $1790/

head. S & A Patterson of Harlin sold Charolais x Steers 18-20mths old for $1680. PF Haynes of Linville sold Charolais x Steers 18mths old for $1790/head. Woodmillar Santas of Gayndah sold Santa steers 15mths old for $1610/head. Wayne Scholl of Gatton sold Charolais X steers 15mths old for $1580/head. John Wendt of Linville sold Charbray steers 15mths old for $1560/ head. Droughtmaster steers account Erin’s Homes of Bromelton sold for $1380/ head. Graham Mcpherson sold Charolais X steers 12mths old for $1380/head. Liekefett Holdings of Eskdale sold Charolais X steers 14mths old for $1510/head. Vitwood P/L of Gin Gin sold Charolais X weaner steers 6mths old for $1350/head. Paul Wilkes of Esk sold Shorthorn X steers 12-14mths old for $1330/head. Stanley River Grazing of Commissioners Flat sold Charolais X steers

12mths old for $1310/ head. Graham Scholl of Gatton sold Charolais X weaner steers 8mths old for $1330/head. Peter Stanton and Pat Nicklin of Mount Kilcoy sold Charolais X weaner steers 6-8mths old for $1300/head. P & R

Gordon of Mount Byron sold Charolais X steers 6-8mths old for $1280/head. G Belz of Toogoolawah sold Angus X steers 8-10mths old for $1280/head. Angus X steers account R & E

Hayes of Blackbutt sold for $1280/head. CL Stephan and Glenlee Farming sold Charbray X weaner steers 6-8mths old for $1250/head. Bill & Amanda Roughan sold Charolais X weaner steers 6-8mths old for $1120/ head. P & B McGreevy of Anduramba sold Angus Steers 12mths old for $1110/head. N & L Dunn of Kilcoy sold Angus X steers 6-8mths old for $1020/head. L & M North of Dundas sold Simmental X weaner steers 6-8mths old for a top of

$1250/head. Allery & Sons of Linville sold Brangus weaner steers 6mths old for $960/head. Joshua Richards of Mount Kilcoy sold Angus X weaner steers 6mths old for $950/head.

Quality Lines of weaner and feeder heifers were in strong demand, selling to an improved market, whilst the secondary quality heifers remained unchanged. Charbray heifers PTIC to Droughtmaster bulls, account J & S Pastoral of Cooeeimbardi sold for $1720/head. Hockey & Smith of Abercorn sold Simmental X Santa heifers 14mths old for $1410/head & Santa heifers for $1310/ head. Sarahh Connors of Toogoolawah sold Charolais X heifers 12-14mths old for $1310/head. Borehead Pastoral of Pilton sold a quality run of Charbray heifers topping at $1310/ head. M & S Symes of Eidsvold sold Santa heifers 12-14mths old for $1180/

head. Graham McPherson of Kilcoy sold Charolais X heifers 12mths old for $1090/head. Woodmillar Santas of Gayndah sold Santa heifers 12-14mths old for $1000/head. Ninbah Pastoral of Beaudesert sold Speckle Park X heifers 12mths old for $960/head. Peter Stanton and Pat Nicklin sold Angus X weaner heifers 6-8mths old for $860/head. P & B McGreevy of Anduramba sold Angus X heifers 10-12mths old for

$840/head.

Cows and calves old to a dearer market. Medium framed Santa x Cows with 1-3mth old calves at foot account RAAU Investments selling for $1800/unit, $1790/unit & $1570/unit. Shepherdson and Boyd would like to thank all their vendors, buyers and underbidders for their valued support. The next Toogoolawah Store Sale will be Friday 2nd of May, starting at 9am.

Grow your farm with agritourism mentorship

SOMERSET’S primary producers have an exclusive opportunity to develop new agritourism businesses through a free, one-on-one mentorship program with industry specialists.

The Agritourism Mentoring Program is an initiative of Somerset Regional Council’s tourism arm, Experience Somerset, aimed at promoting the development of the industry in the region. Council is accepting expressions of interest for the program until 5pm Thursday, 1 May 2025, with mentorship set to start the following month.

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the program would be an incredible opportunity for farmers looking to expand their

business.

“Agritourism is a growing trend within the wider tourism industry in which visitors are looking for more authentic experiences in rural settings,” Cr Wendt said.

“We’d love to see more of our farmers putting on their tourism hats, welcoming people onto property and giving them a taste of their lifestyle with ‘on farm’ experiences.

“If you have an agritourism idea you want to explore with our program, we want to hear from you.”

The program includes a familiarisation tour for agritourism specialists

on participants’ farms, eight weeks of mentoring sessions, co-development of a business plan, action plan, marketing plan and more.

Cr Wendt thanked

regional tourism consultants Linda Tillman and Kushla Gale of Tilma Group for supporting the program.

“Tilma Group’s advice

will be invaluable for any farmers looking to grow their business,” Cr Wendt said.

“At the end of the program, participants will have designed an agritourism business concept and be ready to progress it to the next stage.”

There are limited positions available for the program and successful applicants will be contacted by late May.

To view the Information Pack and EOI form, head to your nearest Customer Service Centre or visit: experiencesomerset.com. au/somerset-agritourismmentoring-program-2025

Submit your EOI by email to tousim@somerset. qld.gov.au

Charolais x Steers, 30 months old, account of Gemseekers International from Camp Mountain sold for $2000/head.

Cattle markets

LAIDLEY

648 HEAD were yarded at Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale on Thursday. A very good line up of feeder, backgrounder and weaner steers came to hand, selling to a very strong market. Cows were again stronger, as were vealers.

Brightview Holdings sold lines of milk tooth Charolais cross feeder steers for $1920, $1790 & $1620. LeMann Investments, Lake Clarendon, sold lines of Droughtmaster cows for $1740, $1580 & $1480 and a line of 6 month old Charolais cross calves, with steers making $1250 and heifers $770. William Goetsch, Alandale, sold a line of Charolais cross milk tooth heifers for $1440. Colleen Zischke, Ingoldsby, sold a pen of Charolais feeder steers for $1800.

Hansens Run, Left Branch, sold Brahman steers for $2020 & $1980 and Droughtmaster feeder steers for $1760. Greenlee Farms, Canungra, sold a line of milk & 2 tooth Red Angus steers for $1860. Des & Carol Knopke, Lowood, sold Limousin feeder steers for $1800. A quality line of steers out of Blenheim sold to an excellent return, with feeder steers making $1880, $1800 & 1690, backgrounder steers $1400 & $1370 and weaner steers $1180. Lindsey & Silvia Logan, Mulgowie, sold Droughtmaster feeder steers for $1740. Lance Jones, Derrymore, sold a pen of Santa feeder steers for $1720 & heifers for $1210. Langara Pastoral, Mulgowie, sold Brangus feeder steers for $1690. Rosemary Hart, Murphys Creek, sold Brahman cross

World eyes on QLD agriculture

THE State Government has secured hosting rights for the world’s premier conference for agricultural investors, cementing Queensland as the preferred investment gateway into Australia and surrounding regions.

Global AgInvesting is the world’s longest running and largest gathering of agriculture investment stakeholders.

Brisbane’s selection underscores Queensland’s ongoing global expansion and strategic positioning as a key player in international agriculture investment markets.

The conference boosts the State’s target to increase the value of primary production to $30 billion by 2030.

The event will facilitate connections between institutional investors, fund managers, and agribusiness leaders, providing them with new investment opportunities into agribusiness, AgTech, infrastructure, and sustainable agriculture.

Minister for Primary Industries Tony Perrett said the event was a gateway to introduce billions of dollars in investment into Queensland’s primary industries.

“Queensland is the beating heart of primary industries in this country — we grow a quarter of Australia’s primary produce and are leading the way in AgTech adoption,” he said.

“The $30 million Sowing the Seeds of Farming Innovation Fund is a testament to our commitment to continued investment in Queensland’s $23.4 billion primary industries sector.

Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training, Ros Bates, said the event will also give QLD a chance to remind its partners that its core trade values of “stability, certainty and growth make QLD a great place to invest”.

cows for $1600. Rodney & Louise Litfin, Thornton, sold Speckle Park heifers for $1580 and young weaner steers for $1100. Lehmann Family, Coolana, sold steer calves, with Droughtmasters making $1230 & Charolais $1220. Gerald Handley, Lockyer, sold Blonde cows for $1590 and store cows for $1140. Metcalf Farms, Gatton, sold Santa store cows for $1240 and weaner steers for $1300 & $1180. Doug & Louise Gelhaar, Ingoldsby, sold yearling Charolais cross cattle, with heifers making $1400 and steers for $1310. Mark Eastwell, Marburg, sold Angus cross backgrounder steers for $1500. Longhurst & Grant, Ropeley, sold Santa feeder steers for $1620. Ron Gehrke, Summerholm, sold Limousin weaner steers for $1370. Curtin Family Trust, Ma Ma Creek, sold Charolais weaner steers for $1280 and steer calves for $1080.

WOODFORD

The market was very strong at Stariha Auctions Woodford cattle sale on Monday. After yet another wet weekend, a smaller yarding came to hand. Those able to get their cattle in were rewarded with strong competition for

Fulham, sold Charolais cross yearling males for $1260. Eion McAllister, Toogoolawah, sold Brangus weaner males for $1100 and young steers for $1150 & $990. Shanmist Pty Ltd, Royston, sold a line of young Droughtmaster steers for $1000 and heifers for $740. Benn Woodford,

weaner heifers for $800. Garry Martin, Maleny, sold a line of Droughtmaster cross male calves for $850, steers for $1200 and heifers for $1040 & $860. Danny & Kristy Kowald, Beerwah, sold Droughtmaster steers for $1310 and heifers for $1000. Bruce Baker, Lacey’s Creek, sold Droughtmaster

Moreton Saleyards Market Report

AGENTS Boyd O’Brien

Bartholomew reported an increased yarding of 947 head of cattle. A quality line up of cows came to hand, selling to slightly cheaper rates with limited kill space in the next 14 days. A large line of 2 & 4 tooth pasture steers came to hand and sold to dearer rates with all processors active, as did heavy heifers and ox. We saw a large line up of light and heavy feeder steers and heifers selling to very strong competition with numerous feedlots competing. Quality weaners and yearlings sold to strong rates with most cattle going back to the paddock.

AB Peterson & RM Warlow sold Weaner Steers Angus 379.2c/kg $910p/head.

JD Byrne sold Weaner Steers Brangus 383.2c/kg $1264p/head.

AB Peterson & RM Warlow

sold Weaner Heifers Angus 333.2c/kg $792p/head.

Backgrounder Steers Droughtmaster 373.2c/kg $1231p/head.

JD Grazing sold Feeder Heifers Angus x 347.2c/kg $1163p/head.

Eurara Pty Ltd sold Feeder Heifers Charbray 330.0c/kg $1424p/head.

JD Lindores sold Feeder Steers Brangus 389.2c/kg $1611p/head.

Lockyer Cut Flowers sold Feeder Steers Brangus 389.2c/kg $1666p/head.

Gooden Investment Trust sold Feeder Steers Charolais 387.2c/kg $1738p/head.

L & T Jenkins sold 4 Tooth Pasture Heifers Charolais x 348.2c/kg $2176p/head.

RM & BL Luther sold 6 Tooth Pasture Heifers Charolais 338.2c/kg $2604p/ head.

GP Isbell sold 2 Tooth Pasture Steers

Droughtmaster 362.2c/kg $2082p/head.

DJE & JF Walpole sold 4 Tooth Pasture Steers Charolais x 357.2c/kg $2071p/head.

Goldthrill Pty Ltd sold Light Meaty Cows Brahman 310.2c/kg $1531p/head.

O’Briens Transport sold Medium Cows Santa 313.2c/ kg $1800p/head. Sunkissed Quarter Horse sold Heavy Cows Charolais x 309.2c/kg $2075p/head.

EM Stenzel sold Pens of Heavy Cows Droughtmaster 314.2c/kg $1927p/head.

Diamond Valley Brangus sold Pens of Medium Cows Brangus 317.2c/kg $2105p/ head. Kaperra Farms sold Dairy Cull Cows Friesian 251.2c/kg $1645p/head.

CJ Boulton sold Heavy Bulls Droughtmaster 304.2c/ kg $2555p/head.

EM Stenzel sold Heavy Bulls Charbray 303.2c/kg $2804p/head.

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

Weaner steers $1000.

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Relatives

WORD SEARCH

You

needs of the youngsters in your family. Be diplomatic and honest, and that person will only be made to look bad. Your involvement in organizational events could open doors to new and exciting opportunities.

Make sure that you take time to remember those you love. You are best to avoid confrontations. Residential moves will be in your best interest. Changes in your domestic scene are evident. Your lucky day this week will be Wednesday.

Your magnetic, outgoing personality will capture hearts. You can come into money that you don’t necessarily work for. The danger of minor accidents will increase with the turmoil. You may find that someone you live with is not too happy, but you can’t really do anything about that right now.

You will enjoy physical activities more than you think. You will have a problem sorting out your true feelings when it comes to your relationship. For now just do the best you can. Your partner may not understand your mood swings but if you are willing to communicate, a lot of grief can be avoided.

Don’t overreact if your partner has a poor attitude. Your mate is going to want and need some attention. Delve into your work if you can’t make amends at home. In-laws or relatives may oppose your personal intentions. Your lucky day this week will be Saturday.

Try to accommodate them without infringing on your own responsibilities. Don’t blow situations out of proportion. Property deals look good. You are best to do your research before taking on such a venture.

You will find it easy finalizing personal papers if you make an effort. You can make wonderful contributions to any organization that you join. You could be tempted to overspend on unnecessary items. If they don’t want to get involved, work by yourself.

learn a great deal if you listen to those who are older or more experienced. Look into some personal changes. You may have to take a short trip to visit someone who hasn’t been well.

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EASTER SERVICE

Toogoolawah Bowls

On Tuesday the 8th Len, Colin and Maida travelled to Gatton for their Pub Day and were lucky to have an extra player kindly supplied by Young Col. They had two good games as always and we thank Gatton for the invite.

Esk Golf

After four weeks of rain interruptions, players at Esk Golf Club finally returned with a packed weekend of golf and strong performances across all events.

Friday’s Turkey Run (11 April) marked a welcome return, supported generously by the Grand Hotel Esk.

B. Glanville claimed the win with 50 off the stick for 33 points, just edging out J. Humphrey, who also returned 50/33, but settled for runner-up on countback.

M. Winchester picked up the putting honours with just 15 putts, while I. Timms took out Nearest the Pin on the 17th.

Lowood Golf

Tuesday April 8 Single Stableford event saw J. Etherden emerge victorious with a solid 39 points, ahead of B. Lowe, who finished runner-up on 36 after a countback.

In the ball rundown, C. Smale also posted 36, followed by I. Gow and C. Petrohilos on 34.

A tightly packed group of contenders—S. Webb, R. Young, G. Milady, and D. Sippel—each returned 33 points, while P. Morgan claimed the final spot with 32 on countback.

21 players we attendance for potluck double on Monday 7 April 2025 at the Caboolture social Darts club venue 21 Hayes Street Caboolture. Winners Mark B and Davo, runners up with Chantelle and Peter H. Sherrie

PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE AN EXISTING MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT MORAYFIELD

1. Vodafone is proposing to upgrade an existing mobile phone base station at 171 Morayfield Road, Morayfield QLD 4506 (77141 Morayfield)

2. The proposed upgrade will consist of:

• Replace existing headframe with new headframe

• Replacement of three (3) existing 4G antennas with three (3) new 4G antennas

• Installation of three (3) new 5G antennas

• Installation of new ancillary equipment

3. In accordance with Section 7 of the Industry Code C564:2025

Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment, we invite you to make comments about the proposal.

4. Please direct comments to Shreya Rekhapalli at Indara, 02 9495 9000, community@indara.com or Level 1, 110 Pacific Highway, St Leonards NSW 2065 by Thursday 8 May 2025.

For more information about the proposal, scan the QR Code or visit www.rfnsa.com.au/4506001/consultation

On Wednesday the 9th we had Kim, Maida and Keith travel to Kilcoy for their Pub Day and were joined by Zach. We had 2 very competitive games played in good spirit. Thankyou Kilcoy for the invite.

On Sunday 13th April at home, we played a game of Triples. Everyone present played some great bowls and

Saturday’s event (12 April) brought a unique format with the David and Julie Lee Sponsored Day, featuring a single stableford round followed by a mystery partner addition to determine the winners.

T. Adams and S. Dargan teamed up to win the day with 64 points, just ahead of P. Cook and B. Farnham on 62. C. Neilsen and B. Moore claimed third place with 61 points.

Nearest the Pins were taken by D. Lockwood (3/12 2nd), E. Lee (5/14 3rd), and B. Farnham, who claimed both 8/17 2nd (sponsored by Brisbane Valley Meats) and 9/18 3rd.

D. Bitossi Jnr won the 4/13

Nearest the pins were won by J. Luxford on the 2nd, M. Stafford on the 5th, R. Young on the 11th, and D. Olsen on the 14th.

The Thursday April 10

Single Stableford competition brought even stronger scoring, with R. Rose-Stevans carding an impressive 43 points to take the win.

M. Joyce also posted a fine round of 41 but settled for second place on countback. The rundown included P. Morgan (41), A. Kingdon (38), R. Mancktelow and L. Sheraton (36).

Nearest the pins on the day were R. Smith (2nd), L.

the teams were equal going into the last end. Winners on the day were Colin, Neville and Keith. Fruit tray Raffle went to Lyn.

For your Calendar:

• Our next Trivia Night will be held on Friday 25th April.

• Our next Pub Day will be on Thursday 1st May. See you on the Green!

ALL-IN NTP prize, sponsored by Esk IGA. A great day was had by all, with thanks extended to the Lees for their sponsorship and Esk’s ground staff for preparing the course despite the wet lead-up.

Sunday’s 9-Hole Chooky (13 April) was a Single Stroke event, and D. Back took the honours with 30 nett, narrowly beating B. Glanville (also 30 nett) on countback.

J. Humphrey and C. Pettet followed with 32, and a tightly bunched field included P. Cook (35), G. Steele (36), V. Scott (37), and M. Winchester.

Col Pettet claimed the putting prize with 14 putts, and Nearest the Pins went to M. Winchester (13th) and J.

Sheraton (5th), J. Brittain (11th), and K. Lodder (14th).

Saturday April 12 4BBB Stableford event highlighted strong teamwork, with the pairing of A. and R. Page producing a winning score of 45 points. D. Johnstone and C. Wieland finished runners-up with 43 on countback. Other strong pairings included D. Sharp and P. Coles (43), K. Glover and C. Mayne, and Paul Coles and T. Norris (42). B. Lewis and A. Charnock scored 41.

Nearest the pin winners were Paul Coles (2nd), C. Mayne (5th), P. Thode (11th), and Shane Kopelke (14th).

high score of 98 and Shayne 125. Kylie won peg prize on 20 and Jesse on 60. Michael our junior got high score of 86. Our mystery peg was 16 Davo won $116. Other high score and pegs: David two 140s, 125. And a 97 peg. Sid a 108 and a 38 peg. Mark B 125 and a T. Jessie with a 60 peg. Sherrie a 98 and an 87. Chantelle 83 and Kylie 20 a pig.

Visitors always welcome plus juniors over 12 years old supervised by an adult. Names in by 7.15pm. For further info text or ring Cecil 0411 698 807 or Ian 0400 475 007.

Kilcoy RSL

ROAD CLOSURES FOR ANZAC DAY 2025

McCauley Street from intersection of Kennedy Street to QFD station building Thursday 24thApril 2025 from 12 midday to Thursday 25th April 2025 at 1:00pm

The following roads will be closed for the Main ANZAC Day parade:

Seib Street intersection with D’Aguilar Highway (William Street)

Seib Street intersection with McCauley Street

Seib Street intersection with Post Office Lane

Intersection Seib Street and McCauley Street

William Street – Entire Service Road.

Kennedy Street, Kilcoy intersection with William Street

Kennedy Street from William Street intersection with Taylor Street

Kennedy Street intersection with Row Street

Kennedy Street intersection with Post Office Lane

Kennedy Street intersection McCauley Street both Eastern and Western Access

McCauley Street from intersection of Kennedy Street to QFD building

Kilcoy Bowls

Tuesday 1 April – Star of the Green: Jenny Edwards defeated Jan Bathersby. Winners of the day, with the highest winning score of 16, were Lester Bechly, Mike Saltmarsh & Sharon Carseldine who defeated Damian Bathersby, Marg Worrall & Tom Hunter 26 - 10. In a game of Ladies Championship Pairs Jenny Edwards & Rhonda Cochran defeated Pauline Lawson & Sue Goldsbrough.

Monday 7 April – Ladies Friendship Day kindly sponsored by Kilcoy Funeral Directors. What a great day! The weather was perfect and the green was full of visitors. Winners of the day, with the highest winning margin of 13, was a Pine Rivers team – Pat Wales, Roz Myles, Gwen Floyd & Lyn Giles.

Toogoolawah Golf

Monday 6th April Ladies Pennants Toogoolawah V Gatton at Toogoolawah the match was All Square.

Wednesday 9th April

Ladies played a 9 hole single stableford. Winner Pat Dennis 17 points, runner up Chris Stevens 16 points. Enid’s NTP no 13 A. Miss (if any one knows A. Miss can they let her know).

PM Chook Run also a 9 hole single stableford open to anyone who would like a game of golf. Winner Louis Seymour, runner up Agg Dagan. NTP’S no 3 Alan White, no 7 Michael O’Connor.

Saturday 12th April, Men’s and Ladies Foursomes Championships over 27 holes.

Men’s Competition sponsored by The Ball and Teske Family for Kevin and Denise (Tootie) Ball Memorial Day. Ladies were proudly sponsored by Toogoolawah Advantage Pharmacy.

Men’s winners –Alan White and Craig

Library, Kennedy St, 9am each Thursday.

BUDGIES. Month old budgies, 1 x pure purple, 1 x light blue, both males. Call Karyn: 0491 389 202.

GARAGE SALES

Runners Up, with the second highest winning margin of 11, were Paula Feuerriegel, Carol Muller, Maree Messer & Sue Blackley from Bramble Bay.

Tuesday 8 April – Star of the Green: Jenny Edwards defeated Noel Lanes and will now play Sharon Walker on 15 April.

Winners of the day, with the highest winning score of 28, were Noel Lanes, Sharon Walker, Zach Bell & Sandra Sansom who defeated Bill Edwards, Marg Worrall, Rhonda Cochran & Mike Saltmarsh 28 - 20.

Wednesday 9 April – Pub Day. First round Winners were Marg Worrall, Sharon Walker, Mel Harrison & Trevor Stewart from Kilcoy. Second round winners were another Kilcoy team, Jenny Edwards, Dave Tonkin, Sue Goldsbrough & Col McGrath.

Granzien 111 nett. Ladies winners – Manuela Laycock and Sam Maclean 119 nett. Congratulations to the Men’s Champions Blair Broad and Garry Hutchinson Gross129. Congratulations to the Ladies Champions Sam Maclean and Manuela Laycock Gross 152.

What a wet round of 27 holes. Mad Dogs, Englishmen and Golfers would be the only ones out and about in the rain.

A Big shout out to the Ball and Teske Family for a great Trophy day in memory of Kevin and Tootie Ball. Kevin and Tootie sponsored this Men’s Foursomes for many, many years and to see it

Up were Dennis Parsons, Macca, Tony Verdonck & Roy Lennings. Winners of the day were Lester Bechly, John Glanvill, Harold Alford & Rod Goldsbrough. Coming Events: Saturday 26 April – Girls (& Guys) on the Green come & try day. Saturday Bowls – Every Saturday. Afternoon social bowls open to anyone and everyone. Register by 12.30pm for 1pm start. No experience necessary. Juniors from 9 years old welcome. Bowls are available. $10 per person green fees. Flat soled shoes, or bare feet, are the only requirement. Social bowls every Tuesday - names by 8.45am for 9.30 start. Everyone is welcome - experience is not necessary and we can loan you some bowls if needed. Flat soled shoes are the only requirement.

A Big Thank you goes out to Michael, Natalie and Staff at The Toogoolawah Advantage Pharmacy for their great Trophy Day for the ladies. Thank you both Trophy Donors.

Coming Events

Saturday 19th April Easter

Saturday The Bunnies will be out in all sizes for the Josey Family Trophy Day A Single V Par Event (+/-/o). If you don’t know the game all good as the computer will score the game for you, only need the individual gross score for each hole. The best part are Janines Narcho’s. So come along and enjoy the day.

Wednesday 23rd April

Ladies AM Golf 8am/PM Chook

Runners

Toogoolawah Men’s and Ladies foursomes nett winners, foursome champions and runner ups.

Caboolture Darts

had

Lions’ back to back losses

Moreton Bay Women had second game of year while the Men kicked off season

held them scoreless for the next 26 minutes through tenacious tackling and

But the second quarter saw Bond’s experienced side pile on seven unanswered

“It was a stunning brand of football, which made us look very vulnerable,” said MBL Senior Coach Shane Dawes. Bond led 52–3 at Dawes called for a response, and the Lions delivered early in the third.

kicked the rst goal, while the backline and eld lifted, led by Taylor McCosker, Jess Davy, Elouise

Rugby League

Stanley River Wolves

A Grade Men SCGRL

Stanley River Wolves (44) v Caboolture Snakes (4)12/4/25, Bob Day Oval

Reserve Grade Men

SCGRL

Stanley River Wolves (18) v Caboolture Snakes (14) -12/4/25, Bob Day Oval

Caboolture Snakes

A Grade Men SCGRL

Caboolture Snakes (4) v Stanley River Wolves (44) -12/4/25, Bob Day Oval

Reserve Grade Men

SCGRL

Caboolture Snakes (14) v

Stanley River Wolves (18) -12/4/25, Bob Day Oval Open Women SCGRL Caboolture Snakes Round 4 (Bye)

Kilcoy Yowies

C Grade Men SCGRL

Kilcoy Yowies (20) v Caloundra Sharks (24)12/4/25, Tinonee Oval

Beachmere

C Grade Men SCGRL Beachmere (40) v Noosa Pirates (4) - 12/4/25, Briggs Park

Bribie Island Warrigals

C Grade Men SCGRL

Bribie Island (12) v Yandina Raiders (4) - 12/4/25, Briggs Park

O’Connor, and Charis Tarr. Bond, however, kicked the last three goals of the quarter and closed with two more in the final term.

The final score was Bond 13.6.84 def. Moreton Bay 1.4.10.

Meanwhile, the Senior Men’s team faced a brutal Round 1 clash against Springwood.

They matched the Pumas early in wet conditions, but a six-goal second quarter from the home side proved the difference.

“The second quarter killed us,” said Coach David “Penguin” Harding. “Six straight goals will hurt any team in the wet.”

Positives included Ethan Bernat’s best senior performance, Rex Kotatis’ continued growth, and a strong defensive effort from Jack Evans.

The final score was Springwood 13.23.101 def. Moreton Bay 7.7.49 .

meet Olympian

LOWOOD’S aspiring gymnasts were given a rare opportunity last month when Olympic silver medallist Ji Wallace visited the region as part of his 17-day Goodwill Tour across Queensland.

Wallace, the only Australian to win an Olympic medal in gymnastics, launched the tour in his role as a coach in Gymnastics Queensland’s high-performance program.

He visited Lowood and Gatton Gymnastics at the Lockyer Valley Sports and Aquatic Centre on Tuesday, March 25. “I’m really excited about visiting the Darling Downs and potentially being able to help clubs continue their good work – which could result in

Sport Club results

Soccer

Caboolture FC

Premier Men FQPL 1

Caboolture FC (0) v Holland Park Hawks (0) - 13/4/25, Whites Hill Reserve

U23s Men FQPL 1

Caboolture FC (0) v Holland Park Hawks (0) - 13/4/25, Whites Hill Reserve

Premier Women FQPL 1

Caboolture FC v SWQ Thunder - Postponed

U23s Women FQPL 1

Caboolture FC (1) v SWQ Thunder (2) - 12/4/25, Moreton Bay Central Sports Complex

Moreton City Excelsior

Premier Women FQPL 1

Moreton City Excelsior (1) v Virginia United (2)13/4/25, Wolter Park

U23s Women FQPL 1

Moreton City Excelsior (1) v Virginia United (3)13/4/25, Wolter Park

Premier Men FQPL 2

Moreton City Excelsior v North Star Men - Postponed

U23s Men FQPL 2

Moreton City Excelsior v North Star - Abandoned

North Lakes United

Premier Men FQPL 2

North Lakes United (2) v Maroochydore FC (3) 11/4/25, Maroochydore Swans Field

U23s Men FQPL 2

North Lakes United (4) v Maroochydore FC(8 11/4/25, Maroochydore Swans Field

another Australian gymnast standing on an Olympic podium,” Wallace said.

He observed training sessions and met with young gymnasts and coaches to share his insights on building speed, agility and strength — key traits needed to compete on the world stage.

“It’s important we conduct these tours because who knows, there could be a medal prospect in our own backyard leading into Brisbane 2032,” he said.

Gymnastics Queensland

CEO Chris Rushton said the tour aimed to ensure regional clubs had the tools and guidance to help young athletes reach their full potential ahead of the Brisbane Olympic Games.

Views heard in racing review

MORE than 1,200 Queenslanders have had their say on the future of racing, with the Crisafulli Government’s landmark industry review receiving 1,223 survey responses and submissions over a fiveweek period. The independent 2025 Racing Review is the most significant of its kind in more than 25 years and will guide the longterm sustainability of Thoroughbred, Harness, and Greyhound racing across the State. It will also examine ways to enhance integrity, improve animal welfare, modernise infrastructure, and support country racing.

Submissions will now be reviewed by Racing Review Chair Matthew McGrath, ahead of targeted stakeholder discussions and a final report due later this year. The racing industry contributes more than $2.4 billion annually to the Queensland economy and supports around 16,000

Narangba Eagles

Premier Women FQPL 3 Metro

Narangba Eagles (5) v Souths United (0) - 13/4/25, Wakerley Park

Premier Men FQPL 4

Narangba Eagles (0) v Logan Roos (0) - 12/4/25, Harris Avenue Sports Complex

U23s Men FQPL 4

Narangba Eagles (7) v Logan Roos (1) - 12/4/25, Harris Avenue Sports Complex

AFL

Moreton Bay Lions

QFA Div 1 Seniors

Moreton Bay Lions (49) v Springwood (101)12/4/25, Bob Day Oval

QAFLW Seniors

Moreton Bay Lions (10) v Bond University (84) -12/4/25, Bob Day Oval

Narangba Crows

QFA Div 3 SCUpcoming

Narangba Crows v

Maroochydore -25/4/25, Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex

Redcliffe Tigers

QFA Div 2 North Seniors

Redcliffe Tigers (81) v Alexandra Hills (11)12/4/25, Nathan Road Sports Complex

QFAW Div 2 NorthUpcoming Redcliffe Tigers v Pine Rivers - 26/4/25, Nathan Road Sports Complex

◗ Contributed by Barry Allen

Leases renewed for local clubs

THREE local community and sporting clubs in the City of Moreton Bay have been granted peppercorn leases of just $1 per year, helping them expand their facilities and strengthen their operations.

Mayor Peter Flannery said the initiative was about supporting local organisations by easing operational costs.

“Every year, Council helps hundreds of community groups and clubs thrive by granting peppercorn leases,” he said. “Every dollar saved on operational costs is a dollar reinvested into better facilities, more programs, and a stronger future for our communities.” Multicap Ltd received a 10-year lease to continue supporting people with disabilities, while North Lakes United Football Club and North Lakes District Rugby League Football Club secured five-year leases for clubhouses and fields.

Councillor Jodie Shipway said the leases were an investment in “healthy lifestyles and community connections.”

For more, www. moretonbay.qld.gov.au/ Services/CommunitySupport/CommunityLeasing.

Beavis and Bartels race day a huge success

◗ Contributed by Con Searle

THE Beavis and Bartels Families race day was a magnificent success, despite an 18-meter squally downpour.

We had an exceptionally large crowd in attendance, with family members celebrating the Beavis and Bartels families’ 50th year of sponsorship of the Kilcoy Race Club, which, in my opinion, must be an Australian record for continuous sponsorship of a race club. The feature race of the day was the Keith Beavis & Carl Bartels Memorial Best Mates Cup

over 1900m which was won in good style by the front running “Force Me” beating Kenshui Maru into second place. A presentation took place after the race.

Brandon Lerena, the winning jockey, was presented with the trophy by Matthew Duncan and Bob Whalley, the President of Kilcoy Race Club.

The annual Bruce Duncan Memorial Jockey Challenge was held that day, and Brendan Levena was the winning jockey.

The nine-race program was cut short to seven races due to the persistent drizzle during the day.

Presentation of the Keith Beavis and Carl Bartels Memorial Best Mates Cup Kilcoy.

Longman club fund pledges

participation, and provide more opportunities for young athletes,” Mr Young said.

He also announced a $3 million redevelopment for the Caboolture Snakes Rugby League clubhouse.

The project will include the construction of a modern clubhouse to serve as a central hub for team activities, community events, and social gatherings.

“This investment will not only support growth and participation in rugby league, but it will also support active and healthy

lifestyles here in the Caboolture community,” Mr Young said.

Mr Young also confirmed upgrades for the Stanley River Rugby League, the Bribie Island Bowls Club, the Burpengary Pony Club, and the Bribie Island Tennis Club if the LNP is elected.

The funding amounts for these projects have not been disclosed.

Labor candidate Rhiannyn Douglas has committed $3 million to restore council facilities at 2 Toovey Street.

The works will involve reconfiguring the building to meet the needs of

prospective tenants, with improvements to accessibility throughout the precinct to ensure it is fitfor-purpose.

One of the prospective tenants, the Spiders Boxing Club, is expected to benefit from the upgrades.

Ms Douglas said she was pleased the project would provide a safe space for Caboolture residents.

“This election commitment will help community groups from all over the Longman electorate so they can continue the important role they play in our region,” she said.

Labor candidate, Rhiannyn Douglas, meeting with the Spiders Boxing Club.

Incumbent Terry Young with Caboolture Snakes.