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Moreton Bay and Somerset athletes are on top of the world at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! Golden girl, Kaylee McKeown (pictured), is leading the charge ahead of a host of track, field and shooting talent set to make their mark in front of a global audience.
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JIMNA’S longstanding hardwood industry came to an end on July 23, closing a significant chapter in the town’s history.
For decades, Jimna and surrounding regions such as Elgin Vale and Sandy Creek were bustling with sawmills and timber harvesting operations, contributing
significantly to the local economy and community life.
The closure, which was initially slated for December 2024, came earlier than anticipated due to new environmental regulations.
These changes, aimed at preserving natural habitats, forced the premature
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halt of timber operations in the local National Park and State Forest areas surrounding Jimna. The decision to accelerate the closure has been met with a mix of resignation and nostalgia
from those directly affected.
Local families, who have deep roots in the timber industry, are particularly hard hit.
Many workers had grown up in the trade, following in the footsteps of their
fathers and uncles.
The industry has been a vital part of their lives, with several generations contributing to the growth and success of local sawmills. The final days of timber harvesting were captured in photographs taken by Mark Pratten.
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LIKE or loathe the opening ceremony to the Paris Games, organisers can’t be accused of not thinking big, bold and embracing their very French culture.
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From avante garde to gaming, the cultural capital of the world delivered to a global audience and must have given Brisbane organisers something to think about.
For instance, ‘Oh crap. What the hell are we doing?’.
Esk Police has become aware of a number of fraudulent Facebook accounts that have been attempting to engage local residents through the sale of property items.
While engaging with locals, the account requests the transfer of a deposit prior to allowing a viewing of the item. Arrangements are then made to meet, however a false location is provided and no property is actually available to purchase. This unfortunately is a regularly used tactic to get money from innocent people.
Sergeant Matt Dean would like to remind people to be vigilant when engaging with people online and purchasing property using social media.
Some helpful tips to avoid these situations can include:
• Thoroughly check the person selling the item.
If they have no friends on social media, have
only recently created the account or have minimal pictures/profile pictures, it is likely to be an account to avoid
• Never transfer or pay any fees prior to physically viewing the item. If the account requests a deposit paid prior to viewing, it is very likely that the deposit will be lost.
• If the same picture is used to sell items from multiple accounts, it is likely a fake picture.
• Try and limit prepayments for items prior to collecting. Report any suspicious accounts to Facebook or alternatively, if in a Facebook group, report to a listed admin.
If anyone falls victim to an offence of this nature, please report to your bank ASAP. You can also report to police at cyber.gov.au or via the Queensland Police website.
If Brisbane’s Olympic Committee has a vision, it’s not exactly spelling it out in any coherent manner.
As I watched the cameras on the pool deck track our champion swimmers and pan past the “Paris 2024” branding, I wondered aloud how we might be feeling in eight years time, when it will be “Brisbane 2032”.
Pretty good I’d say.
But there’s a lot of hand wringing and heartache between now and then, let alone questions like
‘where’s that pool deck going again?’
Someone might have said Suncorp Stadium. Let’s see about that.
The political palaver over the Games is quite embarrassing and most of us are hoping that postelection might provide some clear air for more rational thinking.
This is a serious business and we are giving ourselves every opportunity to be a downright embarrassment.
How easy it suddenly seems to throw stones at other cities struggling to pull an Olympics togetherBeijing and Rio ring a bell. It’s not so easy when the spotlight is back on us.
The greatest outcome so far is the new Caloundra rail line, which will at least give us, hopefully, more services on the Caboolture and Nambour lines.
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Back to the Paris Games and our region is being
POLICE have promised to increase patrols in Coominya to deter hooning following complaints from residents who say they are being woken in the early hours each week by persistent revving and screeching of car tyres in the region.
Community members have expressed concerns about ongoing hooning issues over the past 18 months, with State Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington last week calling on Police Minster, Mark Ryan, to address the matter.
“The community has had enough of the blatant and frequent hooning in their town and they are seeking solutions for this anti-social behaviour,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“This dangerous activity, which occurs on many nights of the week, often
superbly represented by some of the best athletes the world has to offer.
From swimming superstar Kaylee McKeown to Indigenous athlete Calab Law, who grew up idolising Cathy Freeman’s achievements, including her Sydney 2000 gold.
“She gave me hope that being a world and Olympic champion is possible as a fellow Indigenous sports person,” he said.
McKeown needs little introduction.
Three golds and bronze in Tokyo, she is a genuine superstar across backstroke and the individual medley.
We will also be watching Burpengary’s Ella Connolly who has booked her place in Paris for events including the 4 x 100 track relay.
From Deception Bay Little Athletics club to Paris. Very cool. Congratulations just for getting to Paris and best of luck to all our sports stars, local and nationwide, in their events.
Elsewhere in this edition we talk to Somerset Mayor, Jason Wendt, who marks four months in the job since taking over from outgoing longstanding mayor, Graeme Lehmann.
Cr Wendt identifies the reality of trying to budget for critical services, while keeping a lid on rates as the toughest part of the job.
An upcoming state election might see some opportunities that help to relieve some of that pressure.
One of the biggest issues across the Somerset this year has been a proposal to construct a large battery energy storage system at Hazeldean.
There have been a number of meetings to address issues raised. One was held on the weekend and we continue our extensive reporting on the project (p5).
in the early hours of the morning, is negatively impacting the local residents, with interrupted sleep, anxiety and noise issues.”
According to Ms Frecklington, locals and road users know the intersection of the Coominya Connection Road and the Brisbane Valley Highway is regularly used for hooning, with visible tyre markings on the road.
Ms Frecklington met with residents during a recent visit by the Mobile Police Beat to Coominya on Friday 19th July.
“We were able to highlight these problems directly with local police and hear how they are working to reduce the problem, through extra surveillance, proactive patrols and monitoring,” she said.
“I’d like to thank the officers for bringing the
Mobile Police Beat to Coominya. It is a great service linking the community directly to the Police Service to help address problems people are facing.”
Ms Frecklington said she would continue to advocate for installation of anti-hooning measures and policing solutions to help protect and ensure the safety of the community.
Mr Ryan said his message to hoons was simple: “If you are out driving dangerously
on our roads, police will target you, investigate you, and take action against you.”
“Police have advised they will increase patrols for the for the Coominya area to deter any instance of mass gatherings and hoon offending.
“Police advise they will continue to monitor this matter and engage with the community.”
Queensland Police Service advised there were four
SOMERSET Regional Council is continuing its campaign to the State Government including seeking support for assistance with fire ant suppression and exemption from onerous capital program demands.
Somerset Mayor, Jason Wendt, said council will put forward two motions for consideration at the 2024 Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) annual conference.
“Council is firstly seeking that LGAQ lobby the State Government to provide $300,000 annually to each council to support the shift of red imported fire ant suppression, management and treatment costs under the Queensland Government’s Fire Ant Suppression Taskforce Plan 2022-23 to 2025-26,” Cr Wendt said.
“We’re also asking the state to exempt councils with limited revenue or smaller capital programs from mandatory upgrades of culverts replaced like for like following disaster recovery works.
“What we would like is the establishment of a state-funded program to assist councils in funding the necessary upgrades to culvert crossings, particularly around high value water courses.”
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THE ‘long overdue’ fasttracking of Waraba City has taken a big step forward with the announcement of a Priority Development Area (PDA) last week.
The decision will fasttrack development of Moreton Bay’s newest city, formerly Caboolture West, and provide some relief to the growing housing crisis with 30,000 new dwellings including a mix of social and affordable housing.
The Waraba PDA will include almost 3,000 hectares of land and deliver around 30,000 dwellings for an estimated 70,000 people.
Once the PDA is declared and an Interim Land Use Plan has been introduced, Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) will develop a PDA development scheme and infrastructure plan.
This will be in consultation with Moreton Bay Council, the community, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Planning, the Department for Transport and Main Roads, and other stakeholders.
PDAs are areas of land within Queensland identified for development to deliver significant benefits to the community,
with a proven planning pathway for resolving complex planning and development matters that unlock value for the surrounding communities.
Declaring the Waraba PDA enables the Government to deliver planning that is commercially feasible, sustainably managed and balances economic, social and environmental considerations.
City of Moreton Bay Mayor, Peter Flannery, said the declaration is welcomed, along with the assurance that Council will retain authority for development assessment.
“The Waraba PDA will drive collaboration between all agencies and stakeholders to address critical planning and key infrastructure requirements that City of Moreton Bay has raised as necessary to deliver a well-planned community at Waraba,” he said.
“Given the criticality of the timing and delivery of the key infrastructure to the future success of this PDA, I continue to advocate for the timely delivery of critical infrastructure in conjunction with the declaration of the PDA by the Queensland Government.”
Minister for State Development and
Infrastructure, Grace Grace, said the PDA declaration will ensure more Waraba homes are built faster, with the requirement that 25 per cent of all dwellings must be delivered as a mix of affordable and social housing.
Earlier this month Lilywood Landings developer, Linnium Group, announced Waraba’s first blocks of land would be up for sale with prices starting at less than $300,000.
Linnium Group Development Manager, Ian Worthington, called the intention to declare Waraba a PDA “overdue”, but said iti was “a positive step”.
“We welcome this move to give Waraba’s contribution to land supply
the recognition it deserves, while providing certainty for the development industry and confidence for future investors and home buyers,” he said.
“A PDA should ensure there is a coordinated approach to future planning for all of Waraba.”
Waraba will become Queensland’s 36th PDA, playing a central role in supporting the forecast population growth Moreton Bay City, while also providing opportunities for an estimated 17,000 local jobs in well planned retail, industrial and commercial activity centres.
The State Government has also committed $100 million to the delivery of critical road, water and sewer
infrastructure required: some of this funding is already delivering water and sewer infrastructure that is unlocking more than 2,000 lots in the suburb of Lilywood.
The first blocks of land at Lilywood Landings are on track to be completed before the end of 2024.
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JIMNA’S longstanding hardwood industry came to an end on July 23, closing a significant chapter in the town’s history.
For decades, Jimna and surrounding regions such as Elgin Vale and Sandy Creek were bustling with sawmills and timber harvesting operations, contributing significantly to the local economy and community life.
The closure, which was initially slated for December 2024, came earlier than anticipated due to new environmental regulations.
preserving natural habitats, forced the premature halt of timber operations in the local National Park and State Forest areas
surrounding Jimna. The decision to accelerate the closure has been met with a mix of resignation and nostalgia from those directly affected.
Local families, who have deep roots in the timber industry, are particularly hard hit.
Many workers had grown up in the trade, following in the footsteps of their fathers and uncles. The industry has been a vital part of their lives, with several generations contributing to the growth and success of local sawmills.
of Jimna’s timber industry leaves a void in the town’s economic and cultural landscape.
“The hard wood forests will now stand silent, untouched, unseen, prone to the spread of weeds and ravaging of wild fires,” they said.
The closure has created
those who have known nothing but the timber industry as their career path.
Looking ahead, they say the community
SOMERSET Regional Council is inviting tenders for a private school to set up a college in Fernvale, due to significant regional growth. Council first raised the idea in June 2023, calling for expressions of interest in establishing a school on 5.2 hectares of land at the Brouff Road site.
Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said five expressions of interest were received by council, which confirms there is demand and icient interest.
“We were excited to receive strong interest from private school operators demonstrating the present educational gap in Somerset,” he said.
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CABOOLTURE State Emergency Services (SES) Support Group received a cheque of over $63,000 on July 24, which will significantly aid SES in extending their reach and capabilities by providing the Caboolture SES Depot with a brand-new 4X4 vehicle. Highly valued, but unpaid members of the community, SES volunteers are ready and willing 24/7 to assist lives impacted by storm and flood emergencies, to fire, medical or missing persons crises. Offering hundreds of hours of their time across Australia, they are dedicated to providing
relief to their community where needed and often cannot be compensated for their efforts due to their status as a ‘not-forprofit’ organisation. With an understanding that this can be a thankless job, the Moreton Bay Vehicle Purchase Program has used the city’s support to give back to the region’s crucial, hard-working members. Presented in a “turnover ceremony” on July 24, a cheque for over $63,000 was accepted by Councillor Adam Hain, who played an “instrumental” role in securing the grant. Sharing the spotlight
was the SES Support Group President Russell Alfredson, alongside Support Group Treasurer Wendy Illing and group leader Julie Crocker and six other SES workers, posing proudly for the photo with their donation.
The fund is sponsored by the State Gambling Fund and supported by the city.
The Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCGF) distributes approximately $60 million a year to community organisations like SES.
A donation such as this is a fitting recognition and tribute to some of Caboolture’s most remarkable heroes.
Mayor Wendt announced Council will soon seek tenders for the lease of the site and will fund up to 50 per cent of external infrastructure costs, capped at $5m, contingent on an agreement with the chosen operator. Cr Wendt said the region boasts great public schools but it was well known that many young people are travelling outside of the region for private school education choices especially in the southern end of the region.
“This development will provide more opportunities for families and provide more educational choices here in Somerset,” he said.
THE Rotary Club of Redcliffe Sunrise is working with Green Street and the Redcliffe Peninsula Chamber of Commerce to establish a Redcliffe Sustainable Business Network.
Being supported by a Regional Economic Development (RED) grant from Moreton Bay Council, the Rotary Club came up with this initiative to bring together a collective of enterprises to promote, practise and share how to have a go at being sustainable and create
Any business operating in the greater Redcliffe area that want to improve sustainability can join the network, including startups and community enterprises. Through the network, businesses can save energy costs, reduce waste, be more competitive, manage risks, improve processes and develop new, fruitful partnerships.
Members connect via networking and learning events, supported by resources from the Green Street online platform, building skills, sharing
circular economy. Business can also promote their efforts to customers and benefit from network promotion activities and through supplied stickers or signs. Peninsula Distilling, who just opened on July 6, has recently been named a Redcliffe Sustainable Business Network ‘Champion’ and a favoured role model for other likeminded local businesses, due to their use of local products and suppliers, usage of renewable energy through solar panels, and implementing some waste management mitigation initiatives.
To get the code for free membership, email howard@greenstreet.net. au with your name, business name and location. When you receive the code, go to greenstreet.net.au, sign up as a business and join the Network’s group. For more information contact Hugh Thompson (Rotary) 0409 629 551 or Howard Nielsen (Green Street) 0407 190 162.
THE Morayfield community has generously donated over $5,000 to Stationery Aid through this year’s Officeworks Make a Difference Appeal.
Throughout June, Officeworks customers were invited to contribute at checkout, with funds supporting local organisations selected by store teams.
Officeworks Morayfield chose to aid Stationery Aid, which helps disadvantaged students by providing essential school supplies. The store’s efforts contributed to a nationwide total of $71,000 for the charity.
Stationery Aid Founder Alison Schutt praised the partnership, highlighting that each $60 raised provides a full student booklist for a year.
Officeworks Morayfi Store Business Manager Kristie Sutton expressed pride in the community’s support and emphasised the positive impact of the donations.
The Officeworks appeal, celebrating its seventh year, has raised over $830,000 this year for 16 local organisations dedicated to educational support.
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OVER 60 people attended a weekend forum in Kilcoy to hear more about renewable energy, following a development application for a battery energy storage facility at Hazeldean.
The meeting, organised by residents opposing the project, was held at the Kilcoy Memorial Hall on July 26, with speakers including One Nations Senator Malcom Roberts, One Nation candidate for Nanango, Adam Maslen, and Kilkivan resident, activist and One Nation candidate for Gympie, Katy McCallum.
Mr Maslen and Ms McCallum delivered
Enervest battery storage facility proposal.
Mr Maslen said the discussions emphasised that political change is essential to address these issues.
“The event was a valuable opportunity for learning and community engagement, reinforcing the need for collective action and political involvement to protect local interests,” he said.
“I’m committed to addressing the infrastructure needs of our regions instead of destructive taxpayer-funded renewables, ensuring that roads are well-maintained, family recreational spaces are developed, schools receive necessary upgrades and hospitals are adequately equipped to meet the community’s healthcare needs.
“Let’s focus on these essential elements to create a thriving and connected community, rather than divisive policy.”
Given how much renewable energy is being discussed, particularly battery energy storage systems (BESS) in this case, The Sentinel reached out to the Queensland Department of Energy and Climate (QDEC) to get some additional information on how BESS’ work and how
companies make a profi prevent the spread of misinformation.
QDEC, a BESS works by storing electrical energy during low usage times, and releasing it back into the system when it’s needed.
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their system with electricity bought at low prices - such as during the day when solar output is highest - and then selling when demand goes up and prices are higher.
Despite concerns of BESS owners raising residential bills and “exploiting” customers due to selling energy when prices are higher, the QDEC said a BESS will not affect residential bills, as the BESS owner is competing against a large number of other suppliers.
“For regional Queensland, tariffs are regulated and set by the Queensland Competition Authority. In South-East Queensland, customers can choose from the retail plans of more than 20 electricity retailers” the spokesperson said.
There is also a bill cap set by the Australian
Energy Regulator (AER) for specific usage levels in each electricity distribution zone and small customer type.
This limits the price energy retailers can charge on standing offers (default plans) at the specified usage level. This bill cap is known as the default market offer (DMO) and applies to standing offer contracts.
In South-East Queensland, about 10% of residential customers and 20% of small business customers are on standing offers. The DMO is used as a reference point to compare market offers but does not directly apply to them.
The AER monitors the wholesale electricity market and works to ensure that participants are operating fairly and that consumers are protected.
Lastly, the QDEC said a BESS can reduce energy bills in the long term, as it can reduce the need for network upgrades by helping even out big swings in supply and demand.
“Large battery systems can indirectly help keep consumer bills down by allowing a greater output of rooftop solar and storing excess generation, which might otherwise be lost,” they said.
“This means rooftop PV systems owners can earn more than would be possible without the BESS.”
For more info on the AER and learn about electricity price safety, visit https://www. aer.gov.au/about/aer/our-role
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RAY White Rural Kilcoy held its inaugural Tiny House competition last week in the lead up to the Kilcoy Show, which took place over the weekend.
The competition received over 50 submissions across three categories, with the winners being awarded cash prizes.
Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt was one of the guest judges, and had the difficult role of judging the 10-12 years age category.
Mayor Wendt called the judging “very difficult”, given the amount of work put into all the 17 submissions.
project.
Ray White Rural and Livestock managing director, Matt White, was given the task of judging the six to nine age group, which received 30 submissions.
Mr White said there were many commendable submissions, but he ended up giving first place to a three little pigs-inspired home.
Lastly, Craig Jackson from Jackson
Constructions was put in charge of judging the youngest category, up to five years old.
The Ray White Kilcoy team said the idea for the
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Along with usual show performances and displays, such as woodchopping, cattle and pavillion, this
The Hobby Horse Racing was a big hit with the kids, ranging from toddlers to 14 year olds.
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To honour these local heroes, Jim Penman, founder of Jim’s Group, has launched the Local Heroes Program, to give back to a local hero who is doing it tough and deserves recognition and support.
The initiative aims to give away over $100,000 worth of services this year to those in need across the country.
The program is rolling out nationwide, offering up to $2,000 worth of Jim’s Group services each week to selected winners.
Community members are encouraged to nominate deserving individuals who could benefit from services like lawn mowing, cleaning, and more.
“We want to support those making a difference despite their own challenges,” Mr Penman said.
“We need the community’s help to find and reward these special individuals who make a difference in our community.”
Nominations are open at jims.net/jimslocalheroes/
MEN’S Shed Toogoolawah will officially be opening their new storage and workshop facilities at 96 Bellambi St, Toogoolawah at 10am on Saturday August 17, with Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt.
The Shed will be open from 10am to 2pm for community members to view the new facilities and enjoy a free sausage sizzle.
The construction of the facilities was achieved through funding from the Somerset Regional Council Grants, the Queensland Gambling Community Benefit Fund Grants, Australian Government Grants, and the generous support of the general public and businesses in Toogoolawah.
The Men’s Shed send a particular thanks to the following businesses for their support and assistance:
• Dülly’s Designer Homes
• Let There Be Light Electrical
• Nat’s No Nonsense Plumbing
• Des Barr Electrical
• Karraman’s Quarries
• Seymour’s Toyota
• Somerset Bobcat and Excavator Hire
• Clayton White Concrete
They also thank all the businesses and individuals who assisted with donations toward new Men’s Shed shirts.
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SOMERSET Mayor Jason Wendt has described his new role as “non-stop” and a “steep learning curve” as he marked his first four months since winning office at the March council elections.
“It has been a steep learning curve for me after taking over from a longserving mayor (Graeme Lehmann),” he said.
“That in itself brings challenges and a period of adjustment.
“I’m thankful that my many years in business with multiple staff has helped this transition.”
Cr Wendt said the new Council team, consisting of four new councillors and two returning had “hit the ground running” and were bringing fresh insights to improve Council operations, with the view of working together “for a stronger Somerset”.
“So far, it’s been a really exciting and progressive journey, and it’s still early days,” he said.
Despite his optimism, Cr Wendt said the current economy and regional growth had been challenging, calling the task of providing services with limited funding “the toughest part of the job”.
“Council is taking a very active step in advocacy this year, particularly leading into the upcoming State Government elections,” he said.
“Our region needs (and deserves) more and we need additional funding from the state and federal governments to make things happen.
“Our council does an amazing job with the resources they have.
What we can achieve with such a low rateable income, looking after the largest council area in South East Queensland, is commendable.”
Cr Wendt named road improvement as one of the hardest aspects to manage, given a lot of them are statecontrolled.
“I’m not going to give up on trying to make these roads better,” he said.
“It’s been a very busy four months, with visits to Brisbane, Canberra and everywhere in between to meet with government ministers, advisors and other mayors to advocate for Somerset.”
Cr Wendt said his first budget had proven extremely challenging as he and his council aimed to balance “economic development with rural liveability”.
We service the following areas:
Avoca Vale, Beachmere, Beerburrum, Bellmere, Booroobin, Bribie Island, Burpengary, Caboolture, Cedarton, D’Aguilar, Dayboro, Donnybrook, Elimbah, Glass House Mountains, Glenfern, Hazeldean, Kilcoy, Kingaham, Linville, Monsildale, Morayfield, Mount Archer, Mount Kilcoy, Mount Mee, Mount Stanley, Narangba, Neurum, Ningi, Sandstone Point, Sandy Creek, Stanmore, Wamuran, Westvale, and Woodford.
“It’s a tough time for most of our community, given the cost of living, and so we spent many, many hours in meetings and sitting with directors trying to produce a fair result right across the varied community we have here in Somerset,” he said.
Ultimately the council raised average general rates by a little over 4 per cent.
“It’s a huge task, but we did it, and I’m proud of what we were able to achieve in a short amount of time.”
Despite some big challenges in a short period of time and a busy four months, Cr Wendt said it had been a privilege to attending a variety of community events including Anzac Day services, local shows, volunteer organization events and his first citizenship ceremony, which he described as “surreal”.
He also wanted to thank Somerset’s councillors who he described as passionate, community-minded members.
He said there were some exciting capital projects coming this year.
“All of us are keen to listen
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Dogs have been recognised for their role keeping the community safe, after receiving the QPS Canine Service Medal today.
The general-purpose PDs and their handlers play an important operational role in the QPS, helping to track and arrest offenders, while detection dogs are trained to distinguish certain scents in a range of scenarios to support investigative activities.
Minister for Police and Community Safety, Mark Ryan, attended the event to help award the dogs their medallions.
The QPS Dog Squad has grown considerably in strength and size since it officially began in December 1972, and nowadays PDs are an integral part of frontline policing.
The nomination process for the Canine Service Medal will soon be available retrospectively for dogs who served in the QPS from the year 1990 onwards.
Dogs who were seriously injured or killed before they could meet the fiveyear threshold will also be eligible for nomination.
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Moreton Bay Council announced it will no longer be providing registration tags to registered cats and dogs, with the exception of regulated dogs, as of August 1.
A Council spokesperson said the change will result in an improved customer service for pet owners, with owners now required to provide personalised ID tag with the owner’s phone number.
“By having personalised pet identification tags, the community will benefit with faster reunion of pets with their owner should they become lost or wandering,” they said.
“Any community member
who finds a cat or dog will be able to easily contact the animal owner directly to reunite them.
“This may reduce the need for Council intervention, possible impoundment and payment of associated fees by the pet owner to release their pet from Council’s pound.”
According to the spokesperson, this change will also “streamline Council processes”, and benefit the environment, as there will be less need for plastic.
Despite the discontinuation of plastic registration tags, registration fees will not be affected.
“Registration is a legislative requirement and supports services such as
Moreton Bay Council has announced it will no longer provide registration tags as of as August 1
pound management for lost and wandering pets, investigation and resolution of complaints and patrols of beaches and parkland areas,” they said.
Existing discounts for desexed animals and pensioners will still the same.
While registration tags are no longer issued, dogs and cats must be microchipped under the State’s Animal Management Act and Council will use microchip
details to identify registered pets.
“Microchipping, along with personal identification tags, increases the chances of a swift reunion if your pet is lost or impounded,” they said.
Pet registration, microchipping and ID tags are required by law, to ensure Council can quickly reunite owners with their pets, if they go missing.
This change falls under Council’s new Animal
Management Local Law 2023.
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This news comes just a few weeks after Somerset Council announced they will be freezing dog registration for three years, as part of the new 2024/25 budget, saving residents over $200,000. The nearly $96 million budget will also provide a 15 per cent prompt payment discount for rates provides further financial relief.
DOCTORS are urging women to recognise the symptoms of endometrial cancer as cases are projected to surge by 50 per cent by 2040.
Last year, Australia saw an estimated 3,300 new cases, double the number recorded 20 years ago. While mortality rates for ovarian and cervical cancers decline, endometrial cancer is the only gynaecological cancer with an increasing mortality rate.
At Mater’s Brisbane hospital campus, Queensland’s leading centre for women’s cancer care, doctors attribute this rise to modern lifestyles.
Each year, around 200 women undergo surgery at Mater for endometrial cancer.
Dr Nisha Jagasia, a gynaecological oncologist at Mater Private Hospital Brisbane, highlights that metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions including obesity, significantly heightens the risk of endometrial cancer.
“Modern lifestyles contribute to higher obesity rates, a major health challenge,” said Dr Jagasia.
“A Body Mass Index (BMI) over 30 increases the risk of endometrial cancer up to six times compared to a BMI within the normal range of 18.5 to 25.”
She explained that oestrogen produced by fat tissue may trigger cancer in the endometrium, the uterus lining.
Endometrial cancer has an 83 per cent five-year
Clinical psychologist who provides therapy and assessment services across the lifespan is accepting new clients in the Esk and Somerset region. Her preferred therapies include CBT, ACT and Schema Therapy.
survival rate when detected early, though about 550 women die from it annually.
Treatment often involves surgery, such as hysterectomy, and for advanced cases, radiation and chemotherapy may be required.
Doctors stress the importance of seeking medical attention for symptoms such as postmenopausal bleeding, abnormal bleeding in younger women, pelvic pain and blood in urine.
Dr Jagasia said that endometrial cancer frequently affects premenopausal women with obesity-related conditions like Type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol.
“Endometrial cancer is highly curable but often
occurs alongside other serious health threats,” she said. “It should be a wakeup call to optimise health after treatment.”
Victoria Asirifi, 40, of Ellengrove, Brisbane, diagnosed with endometrial cancer in 2021, underscores this message. Weighing 200kg at the time, she experienced heavy bleeding for months before seeking help.
After hormone therapy and gastric sleeve surgery, she lost 60kg. Dr Jagasia performed an open hysterectomy in April, preventing cancer spread.
“I wish I had known about the risk factors of obesity and endometrial cancer,” Ms Asirifi said. “I hope my story helps others who might be unaware.”
SENIOR Citizens Centre & Club (SCCC) had a great day on July 25, when seniors from Nanango came for a visit.
SCCC Treasurer, Joan Hartland, said many new friendship were formed with lots of laughs and singing.
“It is great to see some many seniors enjoying themselves and getting out for the day,” she said.
“It is also great to see our members volunteer to help with the setting up of the hall, serving our guests and members their meals and then cleaning up. It is the volunteers that make or break the day.”
SCCC invites anyone of 50 and over that is looking for friendship or just wants to get out for the day to come and visit the club at 24 Hasking Street, Caboolture.
The club’s next gathering will be on August 22, with seniors from Kingaroy visiting. If you would like to join for the day call 0430 060 550.
The club is also visiting Esk on the August 28, promising a great day of fun. For any further information contact 0430 060 550 or come in for a cuppa at 24 Hasking Street, Monday to Friday from 8.30 to 11.30am.
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AGE is just a number when it comes to dating and seniors should not give up on companionship, no matter their age.
While a topic some might find taboo or stigmatised, seniors do still look for love and companionship after the death of a partner, a divorce or by choice of remaining single.
An outspoken example of this is Bribie Island resident Pam Darby, who put a personal ad in The Sentinel looking for someone to provide friendship, company and fun.
Ms Darby is a widow in her 70’s who “still has a lot of life left”.
“I want someone to join me on lunches, festivals, concerts and just be good company,” she said.
Despite being very open about what she wants, Ms Darby does worry people may think badly of her, due to the stigma attached to older dating.
“I don’t want people thinking I’m a gold digger or anything because I do pretty good on my own. I just want companionship to join me on adventures,” she said.
Caboolture Senior Citizens Club treasurer, Joan Hartland, said she also notices some stigma attached to the idea of seniors dating, particularly from friends and family.
“It’s not in every case, but you can see it in some cases,” she said.
Ms Hartland said she has seen it happen at the club before, with some of their members connecting, but it is often unintentional.
“Seniors want to connect more, both socially and romantically, and I think when it does happen that they get together, they are not looking for it,” she said.
“It often comes after they form friendships, which is why joining a club or community groups is a great way to meet people.”
According to a 2018 dating report by Australian Seniors, ‘The Australian Seniors Series - Dating and Romance’, seniors hoping to date typically meet people through friends or online.
“Although some dating seniors say they have never used dating services, many have used online dating sites and to a lesser extent, have attended social events for singles and used mobile
dating apps,” the report says.
“Most believe older generations prefer to fall in love through more traditional ways of dating than through dating apps or websites and that one cannot get to know people properly online.”
The report also highlighted how seniors still look for physical intimacy, with most still considering themselves sexually active or wishing they were.
“Nearly all dating Australian seniors think
getting older should not stop someone from exploring their sexuality, while most believe it is more common for seniors to come out as non-heterosexual and seniors are more accepting non-heterosexual seniors than they used to be,” the report said.
“Many dating Australian seniors cite companionship, love and physical intimacy as their key hopes and have anticipated starting a serious relationship with someone when they started dating again.”
In the end seniors should not hold themselves back and should not submit to loneliness, still being able to enjoy companionship, friendship and relationships.
To view the full report visit https://www.seniors.com. au/documents/australianseniors-modern-datingreport.pdf
For more information about the Caboolture Senior Citizens Club contact 0430 060 550 or come in for a cuppa at 24 Hasking Street, Monday to Friday from 8.30 to 11.30am.
By Jacinta Blundell Helloworld Travel
TODAY takes us to a collection of 3 little-known countries in the north of Europe - the Baltic States.
Although three independent countries consisting of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia - an area lost behind the Iron Curtain until the early 90’s they are now a thriving destination prized over their more populated EU neighbours.
The 3 capitals of Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn all offer diverse history and stunning architecture, making them stand out (in a friendly competitive
way) from their Baltic neighbours.
While they are often spoken about as one destination, they are all very individual and unique with their medieval walled cities, old towns dating back to the 11th century ,or even having an independent state within a country, all are deserving of your exploration.
The Baltics are more than just the capitals however, with stunning regional areas such as The Onion Route (known for its layers of culture living side by side) or the Estonian islands where Viking ships still sail, or the numerous wilderness areas where
an overnight hide is your shelter as you watch and wait for the local nocturnal animals to wander on by. With over 40% of the total area still wilderness zones - where moose, brown bear and lynx roam free - stunning coastal beaches and melting pots of culture, food and tradition - it’s not surprising this is our Small Group Journey destination for 2025!
If you would like to chat about travelling with us, or with our help to this amazing European trio, reach out to Jacinta on 0438 951 766 or Jacinta. blundell@helloworldtravel. com.au
SENIORS Month 2024 is poised to make a splash, with 115 community groups and not-for-profits sharing in $200,000 in State Government funding to host an array of exciting events.
From jazz concerts and painting classes to pickleball matches, the October celebrations are set to surpass previous years in both scale and scope.
response to an enthusiastic wave of interest from community organisations.
Minister for Seniors Charis Mullen said this year’s Seniors Month is going to be “bigger and better than ever”, following an overwhelming response from community organisations to host events
“Seniors Month is a lovely time of the year, reminding us that older Queenslanders are the heart and soul of our communities. throughout the state.”
family tree research lessons, personal safety sessions, cycling adventures, live concerts, a gardening competition, aqua aerobics, IT sessions and much more.
The festivities will commence on October 1, the United Nations International Day of Older Persons, and will include Grandparents Day on October 27. State Government invested $200,000 in activities across the state for all ages to enjoy Say ‘Hello’ World
The State Government has significantly boosted this year’s funding in
“Events encourage all generations to connect, challenge stereotypes about ageing, and celebrate older Queenslanders,” he said.
The Council on the Ageing (COTA) Queensland will coordinate the statewide celebrations throughout October, themed “Love Getting Older in Queensland.”
Events will be held across the state, offering activities such as cooking workshops,
Darren Young, CEO of COTA Queensland said the events throughout will give older Queenslanders the opportunity to connect with others and embrace the things they love about getting older.
“Queensland seniors helped build and shape
our state and remain the heart and soul of our communities – whether as volunteers, community leaders, or carers,” he said.
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SUNNYMEADE is a family owned and operated facility which, since opening its doors in 1982, has grown to become a fully integrated aged care community and independent living retirement village.
The team of experienced professionals at Sunnymeade Park are committed to each resident and the aged care industry.
Residents can have full confidence knowing that Sunnymeade will provide them with a secure and worry-free lifestyle which enables ‘ageing in place’.
Owner Anthony Walker said Sunnymeade is very unique, as it’s one of very few remaining single family operated villages and age care facilities.
“There are so many corporate, resort type villages popping up that it has become very rare for these facilities to be family operated and that’s what I think sets us apart”, he said.
“When you come to us with issues or concerns, you know who you’re dealing
with. There is no corporate ladder to reach the person in charge.
“We pride ourselves on not only maintaining industry standards, but also exceeding them to raise the benchmark in aged care.”
‘Ageing in place’ is at the core of Sunnymeade’s vision and mission in providing outstanding care for the elderly. This philosophy enables residents to live the lifestyle they choose while receiving the level of care appropriate for them when they require it – all within the one facility.
As a resident’s care requirements grow and change, Sunnymeade’s senior staff review and adapt the services provided to ensure optimal wellbeing and outcomes for all.
From Independent Retirement Village living to comprehensive medical and nursing arrangements, Sunnymeade offers accommodation and services to cater for a wide variety of care and lifestyle requirements
“Our vision is to be recognised as a leader of aged care in the community by providing an excellent standard of care and accommodation for the elderly”, Mr Walker said.
Sunnymeade offers a range of activities and outings for residents, both of the retirement village, as well as the aged care facility.
“We are right next to town so we often have courtesy buses to take residents on outings, for example the golf club, and have a social committee that organises events and outings, for example a trip to the Glasshouse Mountains”, Mr Walker explained.
The retirement village also welcomes residents with pets, ensuring residents feel right at home.
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Understanding Reverse Mortgages - how can they benefit you?
A REVERSE mortgage is just like a normal home loan, but designed for the needs of seniors. It allows people aged 60 and over to release equity in their home. No regular repayments are required, though voluntary repayments can be made at any time. Interest is added monthly to the loan, which is repaid from the future sale of the property. Importantly, you continue to 100% own your own home.
How can you use it?
A common reason for taking out a reverse mortgage is to consolidate debts, or to take the stress out of everyday bills, home repairs or improvements, paying for medical procedures, car maintenance, or anything that can make life more comfortable in retirement. Is there a limit to what I can borrow?
The amount you can borrow is determined by your age, the value of your property and other requirements of the provider. At 60, you may be able to borrow up to 15% of your property value, and
this may be able to increase by 1% every year until 90 when it’s possible to access 45%. Applications are subject to the lender’s loan approval criteria, including a full valuation of your property.
A reverse mortgage is very flexible and you can choose how to take the funds; either as a lump sum, cash reserve, as regular advances (which, depending on provider, could be paid monthly, quarterly or annually for up to 10 years), or a combination of all three. Customer protection?
Reverse mortgages are arguably the most heavily regulated consumer finance product in Australia. As a result, reverse mortgages have considerable protection for customers, including a guarantee that you will never owe more than the net sale proceeds of the property, lifetime occupancy, and no requirement to make repayments until the end of the loan (with flexibility to repay in full or in part at any time). This protection, which is subject to you adhering to the terms of the loan, and
the thorough application processes involved during application, helps provide peace of mind. How do I decide on a provider?
One of the most important decisions you will make about a reverse mortgage loan is which lender to choose. This decision may have a long-term impact on you and your family, so it’s crucial you get this right. Criteria to consider include the flexibility of the product being offered, ongoing fees and charges, protections offered to customers, and what loan options are available. The drawdown options are very important, as usually you are only charged interest on what has been accessed from the loan amount. It is also sensible to get independent financial advice, and legal advice is compulsory when taking out a loan.
Talk to your local Mobile Lending Specialist, Stan Nawrocki today on 0418 154 357 for more information on whether this could be an option for you.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Applications for a reverse mortgage will be subject to lender loan approval criteria. Full terms and conditions will be included in any loan offer. Fees and charges are payable.
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“We offer adult hearing tests, hearing aids for pensioners, hearing tests for kids (including babies), cochlear implant candidacy assessments, cochlear implant mapping, and central auditory processing (CAP) testing”, they said.
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St Paul’s Caboolture
ST PAUL’S Aged Care and Retirement Living in Caboolture this month celebrated 30 years of serving seniors in the Moreton Bay region.
The Lutheran Services community on Tomlinson Road opened in 1994 with 61 aged care beds and 25 independent living units, and is now home to 104 residents supported by around 100 staff
St Paul’s Manager Michael Andrews said the supported living community was built with the love, devotion and hard work of St Paul’s Lutheran Church congregation in Caboolture.
“The local Lutheran congregation saw a need for aged care and seniors living in the Caboolture area and spearheaded fundraising and construction of the 5ha site,’’ he said.
“The fabulous St Paul’s community today is testament to this foundation.”
Mr Andrews said many positive changes had taken place over three decades to create a contemporary aged care community with co-located retirement living that now provides 37 villas.
Lutheran Services also provides Home Care services to St Paul’s
Retirement Living residents, as well as to clients across Moreton Bay.
St Paul’s Retirement Living resident of 17 years, Val Siegle, says there’s nowhere else she would rather live.
Mrs Siegle moved into a two-bedroom villa in 2007 with her late husband David, a Lutheran Pastor.
“I love living here, it’s a small friendly community where everyone looks out for their neighbours,’’ she said.
“There is always someone available for a chat and I have more close friends here than I’ve ever had in
DID you know you can join Morayfield Shopping Centre’s Over 55s & Seniors Club and receive exclusive offers, discounts and rewards?
A 12-month membership offers many benefits,
including: a suite of exciting retailer offers and discounts. Join up and receive your membership card valid from July 2024-2025, which can be presented to Morayfield Shopping Centre to gain exclusive offers
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Woodford Night Market
When: Friday August 2nd, 5pm - 9pm
Where: Archer Street, Woodford
Info: Free entry - family friendly event. Food trucks, handcrafted stalls and busker entertainment.
Brought to you by Woodford Night Market and Woodford Lions Club Inc
Gemfest
When: Saturday August 3rd, 8am - 3pm
Where: Caboolture
Showgrounds, 140 Beerburrum road, Caboolture
Info: Gemstone Sales, Lapidary Sales, Stake-aClaim, Food Vans, Kid’s Fossicking, Raffles to Win, Crystal Healing, Jewellery Sales, Tailgaters, Range of Displays, Demonstrations And Much More...
Kilcoy Rodeo
When: Saturday August 3rd, 10am
Where: Kilcoy Showgrounds Showgrounds Rd, Woolmar
Info: 2024 Kilcoy Rodeo Kilcoy Rodeo & Kilcoy Konvoy ‘Truck N Buck’ is back for 2024!! we are EXCITED to bring the rodeo & Konvoy back to Kilcoy once again!! A fun event for the whole family, our action-packed FULL rodeo program will bring some of the best bull and bronc riders, team ropers and barrel racers (just to name a few!) to Kilcoy!
Generations Of Rock
When: Saturday August 3rd, 7pm-9pm Where: Somerset Civic Centre 35 Esk Hampton Road, Esk
Info: Presented by The
and the Somerset Civic Centre. Be prepared to be Thunderstruck as we rock through the generations covering iconic bands; AC/DC, Alice Cooper, Bad Company, The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Rolling Stones and many more. Featuring a line-up of some of the best Somerset Region’s rock musicians, this will be a night not to be missed. Doors 6PM, Show 7PM. Tickets: $35.00 PP
Toogoolawah Pictures
– A Quiet Place Day One When: Saturday August 3rd, 7.20pm - 9.25pm Where: Toogoolawah Pictures, 111 Cressbrook Street, Toogoolawah
Info: Prepare yourself for a heart-pounding survival story when you see A Quiet Place Day One at Toogoolawah Pictures. Child to High School – $8, Adult – $10, Family – $30 Eftpos available on door. Hot Dogs, Popcorn and Snack Bar onsite.
Enquiries/Bookings to our Facebook Messenger or Call/Text 0467 301 924
Heritage Day
When: Sunday August 4th, 9am - 3pm Where: Caboolture
Historical Village, 280 Beerburrum Road, Caboolture
Info: Join us this August at the Caboolture Historical Village for Heritage Day!
Filled with local history, skilled art forms of craftsmen and craftswomen of yesterday, our historical village full of period history and is the perfect backdrop. Kids can try skills and work machines of old with our special “Give it a Go”
Park Tales
When: Sunday August 4th, 10.30am - 11am
Where: Centenary Lakes, Morayfield Road, Caboolture
Info: Join in all the fun of Libraries’ much loved Storytime in Centenary Lakes at Caboolture. Our themed Storytimes have a mix of stories, rhymes, songs, felt stories, puppets and early learning resources.
We look forward to seeing you and your little ones at a park near you very soon!
BPW Moreton Bay
inaugural meeting
When: Tuesday August 6th, 5.30pm
Where: North Leagues Club, Kallangur
Info: Join us for an evening filled with inspiration and connection. The event will feature our Annual General Meeting and a special keynote address by Natassia Wheeler, CEO of MBRIT.
We look forward to celebrating this exciting new chapter with you and exploring new opportunities for networking, mentorship, and professional growth.
Whispers of Colour & Light Exhibition
When: Wednesday August 7th - Sunday September 1st
Where: The Old Fire Station Gallery, 395 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe
Info: Their Whispers of Colour & Light Exhibition is hosted by the Redcliffe Art Society Inc at The Old Fire Station Gallery. Ron Bryant is passionate about painting landscapes and seascapes, which generally
executed in a contemporary impressionistic style. Heather Kempf uses her well-honed skills in acrylic and watercolour to capture the beauty of places she has visited. Renowned artist, David Hinchcliffe, will officially open the exhibition on Saturday 18 August at 11:00 am.
Dying to Know Day
Community Event
When: Thursday August 8th, 10am - 12pm
Where: Redcliffe Leagues Club - President’s Room, Cnr Klingner Road and Ashmole Road, Redcliffe Info: Panel discussion around end of life matters including: Palliative Care, Grief, Death Doulas, Wills & Estates. Writing your own Eulogy, Funeral Arrangements and more. Spaces are limited, so make sure you reserve your spot
Australia Multicultural Community Market (AMCM)
When: Saturday August 10th, 8am - 3pm
Where: Redcliffe Showground, Scarborough Rd, Redcliffe Info: Saving your dollars by providing low-cost products and services.
Esk Antique and Collectables Fair
When: Saturday August 10th, 9am - 4pm and Sunday August 11th, 9am - 2pm
Where: Somerset Civic Centre, 35 Esk Hampton Road, Esk Info: Enjoy a day out at the Esk Antiques and Collectables Fair with sellers from all over Australia gathering to sell thousands of unique antique & vintage
collectables, this will be a special opportunity to find showcase pieces for your home or to purchase unique gifts for friends and family. Sellers will be selling antique jewellery, gold, silver, coins, stamps, vintage toys, vintage homewares, dolls & records. Whether it’s a trip down memory lane you’re looking for, or something for your collection, you will be sure to find it here!
Street Feast - Kilcoy
When: Sunday August 11th, 2pm - 9pm
Where: Kilcoy Showgrounds Showgrounds Rd, Woolmar Info: Woodford! Street Feast is coming to you with a big one! Join us for a night of food trucks, dessert stalls, boutique retail stalls & music. Full lineup to be announced! Watch this space! 2pm until late, $3 Entry Per Person.
Caboolture Family Fun
Day
When: Monday August 12th, 10am - 4pm
Where: Centenary Lakes Park, Caboolture Info: Roll up, roll up! The ever-so-popular annual Caboolture Family Fun Day returns to Centenary Lakes Park on Monday, August 12, the Moreton Bay Region’s EKKA show holiday. If you’re looking for an inexpensive alternative to a day at the EKKA, then Caboolture Family Fun Day is just the place for you.
Make & Create: Mixed Macrame
When: Friday August 16th, 10am - 12pm
Where: Toogoolawah Library Gunyah Street, Toogoolawah Info: Start your macrame journey by mastering some basic macrame knotting techniques. In this session make a decorative feather or a keyring. Bookings Essential. Ph 5424 4000
Villeneuve RFSQ Open Day
When: Saturday August 17th, 10am - 1pm
Where: 60 Terragon Road, Mount Archer
Info: Villeneuve Rural Fire Brigade formally invites you/your team and/or associates to attend its annual upcoming Station Open Day! Bring yourselves, Bring your friends or bring your Crews. Our Volunteer Community Educators, Brigade Officers & Firefighters will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. Tour our facilities, Meet our people, Grab some lunch and most importantly get to know the
CONGRATULATIONS to
July’s Artist of the Month, Deborah Dawkings, for her fabulous range of pottery titled “Of the Earth” exhibited front and centre on plinths in the Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery. It was wonderful to see several sales for Deborah.
Our Artist of the Month for August is Caroline Dunning. Caroline was born and bred in Kilcoy, and her family have been farming in the district for four generations.
She will be displaying her exhibition titled “Birds, Rings and Other
Things” which includes coloured pencil birds, her chainmaille jewellery (made of rings), and a few other things as August’s Artist of the Month.
Caroline uses coloured pencils to draw birds, as she likes the level of control they give her to create fine detail.
Her technique with coloured pencils involves creating lots of layers of small strokes, working from light to dark, blending with different colours to create shading and the illusion of feathers.
She also creates
jewellery, and especially loves making chainmaille and scalemaille jewellery. Scales have been used as armour since the 14th century BC, with chainmaille being used since the 3rd century BC, and is still used today eg. butcher’s gloves!
Please support Caroline by visiting the Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery to view her collection during August. She will also be giving a talk about her artwork at the exhibition opening at 2pm on the 11th of August at the Kilcoy Art Gallery. Entry $10.
The Lions Club of Lowood Inc. are fired up and ready to roll out the 2024 Prenzlau Pride Car, Bike & Music Show on Sunday August 4, from 9am – 2pm. Join them at Lowood Showgrounds to celebrate their tenth year anniversary. With live music, stalls, food vans, displays, and plenty of children’s entertainment (obstacle course, jumping
whole family entertained.
General admission is with a gold coin donation, and all funds raised on the day go back to the community to assist those in need.
Lions Director, Judy Lehmann is very grateful for the support from so many local sponsors to help make this event so successful.
“At the last event there were over 2,000 people who
“We wouldn’t be able to do it without the terrific support from local businesses from Lowood, Ipswich, Walloon, Gatton, Plainlands, Esk & Grandchester.
“We have so many fantastic prizes in our multi-draw raffle & numbers board, all donated by generous locals. We can’t wait to see you on the day.”
RE/MAX Living will be holding a first home buyer information night on Tuesday, August 6, at 6pm in Burpengary.
These yearly sessions for young first home buyers or investors are held with the purpose of removing the fear and uncertainty around stepping onto the property ladder.
The sessions are run by Kathy - the principal at RE/ MAX Living, the Three Youth Ambassadors, William, Melanie and Macauley, and representatives from Pivotal Finance Brokerage, to answer all the nitty gritty specific questions.
The program was created to target those between 18-30 that are looking to enter the property market or are thinking about getting themselves on the path to do so, but aren’t sure where to start.
“We’re here to help walk you through the process and get you in a position to purchase your first property,” Kathy said.
“We understand how expensive and unreachable it seems to purchase a property.
“Are you spending your money on cars, pokies or fake lashes? There’s a better
way to spend your hard earned money. We will give you the ABC’s of everything related to property and how to achieve the unachievable.”
What you’ll learn at the info session:
- The ABCs of buying your first home & property investing
- Smart saving strategies
- How to determine your borrowing capacity
- Understanding hidden costs
- Latest first home buyer
Station Road, Burpengary. Are you interested or know someone who might like to attend? See below to register your attendance. Please text 0427 374 117 with your name and ‘ABC Night Attendee’ If you’re bringing someone with you, be sure to add their name to the text so they can save them a seat!
You will be provided with a note pad and pen if you wish to take notes and a take home pack full
Blocked nose, hacking cough, headaches, joint ache - the winter flu.
This isn’t the deadly flu that you can get jabs for. Its just that picked up from a crowded airport or shopping centre when one person coughs and others catch flu.
We healthy people might normally shrug this off, but the cold south westerly winds of late July and August seem to accentuate the symptoms.
So then comes the decision of which healing process to take up.
It seems everyone has a flu remedy.
There’s an amazing range of pills and potions at the supermarket or chemist.
As I noticed the flu bug had hit me, but before being a
danger to others, I scanned the aisles for remedies. There are some many products with so many claims the choice of remedy becomes confusing. The chemist suggested aspirin to calm the fever and headache, throat lozenges to reduce the hacking cough and a decongestant to ease the nasal blockage.
Always take the advice of a medical professional.
So with my packet from the chemist, I am then offered lots of kind advice from family and friends.
As the flu became worse and I isolated at home, I could have become almost a full time manufacturer
of kind family and friend flu remedies. That ranges from some concoction of garlic and herbs boiled up to eating several oranges to vegetable soups with added herbs.
Flu does reduce appetite (maybe it could be the new weight loss solution) but a cup of warm soup is at least good for the soul as the cold westerlies whip around
outside.
Other than blocked nose, headaches and stiff joints, the worst part of flu is difficulty sleeping.
There’s still no sunshine in the Moonlight State Moonlight State revisited? When political comedy becomes corroded, it turns into corruption, and that’s what we’re seeing in Queensland.
The dreaded political C word — corruption — has been hinted at in recent years and talked about in hushed tones, but now it is being openly used and may soon be shouted.
The most serious aspect is that some senior and high-profile Ministers, from the Premier down, are being swept up in what could become an avalanche of accusations.
Even with waning interest in politics throughout Australia, public opinion of the Miles Government could sink further if the whiff of corruption continues. The stench is becoming more acrid.
We’re hearing multiple stories about Premier Steven Miles and senior government Ministers and their “dealings” with the CFMEU.
Labor-aligned unions,
including militants, have played the government like fools, making many Ministers dance to their tunes and cravenly give the bullies what they want.
For the past three decades, successive Labor Government have reminded us about the dark days of Queensland’s political history under conservative rule. Tell me, how have things changed? The word corruption could be used almost every day in current Queensland politics. It’s worth remembering what Peter Coaldrake said to open the executive summary of his 2022 Review of Culture and Accountability in the Queensland Public Sector.
He said: “The title ‘Let the sunshine in’ for this final report is deliberate. It responds to widespread disaffection with the performance of governments and rising expectation that our politicians and their officials be more accountable and transparent in their dealings, and behave with integrity.
“As well as its close
association with the State of Queensland, the reference to sunshine is inspired by other attempts at opening government processes to public gaze.”
Miles and Co. wouldn’t know what “opening government processes to public gaze” means. Not a week goes by that we hear examples of government by stealth.
There is certainly no sunshine in the Moonlight State under this dishonest government.
And now the truth is coming out about the shonky Gabba redevelopment — a project the Premier has distanced himself from after earlier declaring: “We’re going for the best bang for buck and giving Queenslanders a new, modern stadium with all the finishes because it is the best value for money and will deliver much more than a stadium”.
He said that while knowing the original $1 billion redevelopment figure had been deliberately made up by then Premier Palaszczuk,
Buying property in a SMSF structure – a power move or retirement peril?
A self-managed super fund (SMSF) is a type of trust. It’s run for the sole purpose of providing retirement benefits to its members or their beneficiaries if a member dies before retirement.
In September 2007 the law was changed to allow the SMSFs to borrow money to buy property, under certain conditions. This allowed trustees to leverage their existing superannuation savings to acquire highervalue assets than they might’ve been able to afford otherwise.
It was a complicated process from the beginning, and remains so today, but has nonetheless become increasingly popular during my 18-year career. It’s now become commonplace for a property contract to be
On one hand you feel like sleeping to get away from the discomfort, but on the other difficulty breathing makes sleep for any length of time impossible.
There’s a restlessness that is frustrating and leaves the pile of blankets and doonas thrown and kicked into a messy pile on the bed.
Apparently my blocked nasal passages and throat caused a world record for snoring in the time I could
sleep. Of course, I could not possibly comment given I have never heard myself snore so can’t admit that. My beautiful lady did record some noise on her phone, but I’m sure it was a truck roaring down the highway!
Then an old friend arrived with his bush flu remedy. He wouldn’t come in from the verandah, but left instructions to heat the full cream milk then add a good dollop of his overproof rum.
The oldstyle rum toddy proved effective. It didn’t cure my flu, but I had such a long good sleep with pleasant dreams that I woke with my reduced aches and pains.
signed by the Trustees of a SMSF. Their objective is to protect their retirement funds from the volatility of stocks and bonds and diversify across different asset classes.
But there are rules to consider: the property must meet the ‘sole purpose test’ of solely providing retirement benefits to fund members; must not be acquired from a relative of a member; must not be lived in by a fund member or any fund members’ related parties and must not be rented by a fund member or any fund members’ relatives.
Of note, if your SMSF purchases a commercial premises the rules are different - the property can be leased to a fund member for their business but it must be leased at the market rate and follow specific rules. Borrowing or gearing
your super into property involves very strict borrowing conditions called a ‘limited recourse borrowing arrangement’ (LRBA). Borrowing also adds extra complications to the notorious complexities of setting up and managing SMSFs correctly, so it’s essential to get qualified assistance. Anyone who gives advice on an SMSF must have an Australian financial services (AFS) licence. Search the Professional register on the ASIC website to check if a person or company is authorised.
Ask the financial adviser to explain the following risks: SMSF property loans are usually more expensive than other property loans and your fund must always have sufficient liquidity or cash flow to meet expenses. These may include the loan repayments, insurance
while he was her Deputy.
Other Ministers at that time knew the figure was a lie but Miles does the Sgt Schultz impersonation, “I know nothing”, and makes imbecilic excuses for eyewatering cost estimate explosions.
Irish singer-songwriter and activist Bono was right when he said: “The worst disease in the world today is corruption. And there is a cure: transparency”. “Fight” the violence
Pride is not a bad thing, especially when it’s about the world you live in — your family, neighbourhood, work, achievements.
Right now I’m experiencing pride in many facets of my life including the organisation I’m writing for right now.
This newspaper is giving excellent service to the community in many ways but I am extra proud of the work it is doing to highlight violence in all its forms.
As last week’s editorial pointed out, violence against women is not restricted to domestic and family examples.
premiums for the property and other property expenses such as rates or property management. Remember that you can’t offset tax losses from the property against your taxable income outside the fund and you can’t make alterations that change the character of the property until you pay off the SMSF property loan. There is a high regulatory and compliance burden to consider too. You must also have the fund’s assets valued every year, prepare the fund’s financial statements, arrange an independent audit and then lodge the SMSF annual return (SAR), after which you’ll also have to pay an annual supervisory levy.
If all this seems overwhelming, here are some of the pros: SMSFs benefit from certain tax advantages. During the
It’s easy to say there has always been, and will always be, violence in any community. That’s true. But hiding it, ignoring it, tolerating it or, can you believe, condoning it, is simply not on.
I hope readers take the opportunity to air their views, unite their efforts, and strike out against violence in all its forms through this newspaper.
Maybe the term “shaking your fist” is not the right one to use in this instance. How about we shake our pens, or computers, and join the fight. Oops, that doesn’t sound right either. Join the campaign?
Just briefly
The $40 million Hervey Bay Hospital expansion project has been delayed for at least 18 months because the Miles Government couldn’t find a contractor to build it, which makes promises to build thousands of homes to solve the housing crisis sound rather hollow.
One bungling person in an unknown overseas IT company can bring
accumulation phase, rental income received from the property is generally taxed at a concessional rate of 15%. Once the SMSF enters the pension phase, this income can be tax-free, significantly enhancing the net returns. Expenses related to the property, such as maintenance, management fees and interest on loans etc are generally tax-deductible within the SMSF.
Capital gains on property held for more than 12 months are taxed at a discounted rate of 10%. This is significantly lower than the standard CGT rate, providing a substantial tax saving. So despite the hurdles, the allure of owning property within a SMSF is strong. The potential for rental income and capital growth, all within the taxadvantaged environment of superannuation has become
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worldwide business to its knees. Imagine what a competent saboteur could do.
Cop that China! Penny Wong says Australia will spend $28.4 million to send some of our TV programs to Pacific nations to fend off the growing Chinese cultural influence. Does she honestly believes Home and Away and Lego Masters will help stop China’s expansion in the region?
Can you believe it cost Aussie taxpayers $30,000 for Kevin Rudd to accompany activist Julian Assange back to Australia? And another $18,000 for our High Commissioner to Britain, Stephen Smith? And another $55,000 for Foreign Affairs and Trade officials? Who cares? It’s only our money. Thought for the Week: How come the government can’t control energy prices but can fix the climate?
If you would like any assistance in your personal real estate journey, please don’t hesitate to contact me anytime on 0427 536 725 or cwease@remaxliving.com. au. I look forward to being of service. living
a siren call for those who are clear eyed about the rules and regulations - and the mountain of paperwork - that comes with it.
WITH a revitalised Prime Cattle Committee following a couple of year’s hiatus, it was pleasing to see increased support from the local producers. The yarding of one hundred and eighty-six head in total consisted of the following:
The grain-fed section, which was fed at Smithfield Feedlot, comprised of
Eighty-two grain-fed cattle comprising Fifty-six steers and twenty-six heifers
Forty-two steers and heifers competed in the Kilcoy Global Foods Carcass competition,
The balance competed on the ground for the different grain-fed classes.
Two supplement-fed exhibits competed in the grain-fed classes.
In the Grass Fed section, the following numbers were exhibited
Twenty-three Vealers
Thirty-seven grass-fed steers, heifers and cows
Twenty-one heavy and light feeder steers
Twenty-one replacement heifers
Results
Class 1 - Single Vealer
(Steer or Heifer) 250 kg or less liveweigh. Winner: John Chambers
Class 2 - Single Yearling
(Steer or Heifer) 360 kg or less liveweight. Winner: ALB
Pastoral, Amy Harrison
Class 3 - Single grass Fed Steer Showing 2 Permanent teeth or less. Winner: Mt Brisbane Pastoral Co, Don, Andrea and Carli McConnel.
Class 4 - Single Grass Fed Steer or Bullock Showing 4 or 6 Permanent teeth. Winner:
Campview Grazing Co, Tony and Jacquii Ferling
Class 5 - Single Grass Fed Steer or Bullock Bred and Owned by the exhibitor. Winner: Campview Grazing Co, Tony and Jacquii Ferling.
Class 6 - Pen of 3 Heavy Feeder Steers Weight range 360kg and above (pen average). Winner: Campview Grazing Co, Tony and Jacquii Ferling
Class 7 - Pen of 3
Backgrounder Steers Weight under 360kg (pen average), preferred 300 330kg. Winner: John Chambers
Class 8 - Champion Grassfed Male Exhibit (judged from Classes 1 to 7). Winner:
593 head were sold at
Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale on Thursday. With cattle sourced from Kilcoy to Boonah, an excellent line up of weaner steers and heifers met strong competition.
Feeder heifers continued to strengthen, as did cows, while veal held firm.
Doug & Louise Gelhaar, Ingoldsby, sold Charolais cross yearling steers for $1200 & heifers for $1110 and weaner steers for $950 & heifers for $980 & $880.
Maurice Harrington, Helidon, sold a Droughtmaster bull for $1820, cows for $1500 and heifers for $1240.
Robert Brumm, Thornton, sold a line of Fresian heifers for $1290 and cows & calves for $1570.
Shane Casey, Calvert, sold milk tooth Droughtmaster steers for $1500 & $1350.
Craig Redgewell, Tarampa
sold 20-24 month old Droughtmaster steers for $1490 & $1440.
Johann Willemse, Haigslea, sold the top steer for $2020.
Steele Hanton, Monsildale, sold young Charolais cross weaner steers for $900 & $880.
Salerno Pastoral, Esk, sold young Droughtmaster cross weaner steers for $900.
Bart Cockburn, Peaks Crossing, sold Charolais cows for $1410.
Reinke Family, Mt Sylvia, sold Santa weaners steers making $960 & $820 and heifers $780.
James Kuhn, Dayboro, sold Angus cross weaners, with steers making $980 and heifers $940 & $810.
Curtin Family Trust, Mt Whitestone, sold a Charbray bull for $2000.
Ian Clelland, Crossdale, sold a pen of Charolais cross cows for $1310.
Fernbank Pastoral, Kilcoy, sold Brahman heifers for $930
Campview Grazing Co, Tony and Jacquii Ferling
Class 9 - Pen of 2 Females
Showing 2 Permanent teeth or less. Trophy donated by Amy Harrison. Winner: Campview Grazing Co, Tony and Jacquii Ferling
Class 10 - Pen of 2 females
Showing 4 or 6 Permanent teeth. Winner: Joshua Woodrow
Class 11 - Pen of 2 Females
Showing 8 Permanent teeth. Winner: A L Woodrow, Tony Woodrow
Class 12 - Champion Pen of Grassfed Females Judged from classes 9, 10, 11. Winner: Joshua Woodrow
Class 13 - Single Female
Showing 2 Permanent teeth or less. Winner: Campview Grazing Co, Tony and Jacquii Ferling
Class 14 - The Dave Lewis Memorial Trophy for Single Female Showing 4 or 6 Permanent teeth. Winner:
A L Woodrow, Tony Woodrow
Class 15 - The Col Pershouse Memorial Trophy for Single Female Showing 8 Permanent teeth. Winner: John Chambers
& $900. Pitana
Class 16 - The Sam Webster Memorial Trophy for Champion Grassfed Female. Judged from classes 1 and 2 (if eligible), 13, 14, and 15.
Winner: John Chambers
Class 18 - The Joan and Ian Stanton Memorial Trophy for Pen of 3 Replacement/Feeder Heifers 360kg liveweight and above. Winner: Mt Brisbane Pastoral Co, Don, Andrea and Carli McConnel.
Class 19 - Steer Carcass. Winner: John Drynan
Class 20 - Kilcoy Vet Practice On Hoof Judging. Carcass Class Heavy weight Grain fed Steer. Winner: Mt Brisbane Pastoral Co, Don, Andrea and Carli McConnel.
Class 21 - Kilcoy Vet Practice On Hoof Judging. Carcass Class Light Grain Fed Steer. Winner: A L Woodrow
Class 22 - Zoetis and Kilcoy Rural Weight Gain Competition. Winner: Leo Wedel
Class 23 - Single Steer
Showing no Permanent teeth. Winner: AL Woodrow
Class 24 - Single Steer Showing 2 Permanent teeth or less. Winner: Ben Woodrow
Class 25 - The Ken Webster
Memorial Trophy for Single Steer or Bullock Bred and Owned by the exhibitor.
Winner: G & R Webster
Class 26 - Single Steer or Bullock over 530kg live weight. Winner: G & R Webster
Class 27 - The S K Stanton Memorial Trophy for Pen of 2 Steers Showing 2 Permanent teeth or less. Winner: John Drynan
Class 28 - Pen of 2 Steers or
Bullocks any age. Winner: G & R Webster
Class 29 - The Mount Kilcoy Hall Trophy for Champion
Male Unrestricted Fed Exhibit judged from classes 23 to 28 inclusive. Winner: Ben Woodrow
Class 30 - Heifer Class. Nutrien Ag Solutions
Toogoolawah Trophy. Winner: Mount Brisbane
Class 31 - Stoneleigh Pastoral Co On Hoof Judging Single Grain Fed Heifer Carcass competition. Winner:
Mt Brisbane Pastoral Co
Class 32 - Aussie Land and Livestock Trophy Weight Gain Competition Single Heifer. Winner: ALB Pastoral, Amy Harrison
Class 33 - Single
unrestricted Grain Fed Heifer any age. Winner: ALB Pastoral, Amy Harrison
Class 34 - Pen of 2
unrestricted Grain Fed Heifers any age. Winner: ALB Pastoral, Amy Harrison
Class 35 - The Bob Woodrow Memorial Trophy for Champion Female Winner: ALB Pastoral, Amy Harrison
Class 36 - Champion Exhibit of the Show. Winner: Ben Woodrow
Class 37 - Most Successful Grass Fed Exhibitor of the Show. Points accrued in classes 1 to 18 inclusive Winner: Campview Grazing Co, Tony and Jacquii Ferling
Class 38 - The Hayes and Co Trophy for Most Successful Grain Fed Exhibitor of the Show. Winner: Mt Brisbane Pastoral Co
Class 39 - Prime Cattle Young Judges aged under 15 (not eligible for Sub Chamber or State finals).
Sponsored by Don & Andrea McConnel.
Class 40
Prime Cattle Young Judges aged 15 to 24. The Coen Fry Memorial Trophy. Winner: Abby Schoefield
FOURTH-generation farming business, Queensland’s Piñata Farms, was last night inducted into the Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame for outstanding leadership and innovation in Australia’s food production industry spanning more than 60 years.
Piñata Farms began with a single 26-hectare pineapple farm at Wamuran, north of Brisbane, in the 1960s.
Today, it is Australia’s largest pineapple producer and a leading multifruit producer, growing strawberries, raspberries, and Honey Gold mangoes over more than 1,000 hectares around Australia.
It employs some 200 people at any given time and is owned and operated by the Scurr family, led by brothers Gavin and Stephen.
Accepting the award at a gala dinner at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, managing director Gavin Scurr congratulated all
past and present inductees and acknowledged their contribution to Queensland.
“We are humbled and honoured to be recognised in such esteemed company,” Mr Scurr said.
He praised the values instilled by their parents, Geoff and Narelle, and paid tribute to all Piñata Farms employees.
“This award is recognition for the whole Piñata team from the Northern Territory to Tasmania who, despite the weather, turn up every day and give their best to ensure Australians can enjoy fantastic fruit.
It is a source of great pride to us that Australians can now enjoy a fresh piece of Piñata fruit all 31.5 million seconds of the year.”
Piñata Farms is widely regarded as an early adopter of new practices, technologies, and techniques. In the 1990s, Piñata pineapples were among the first to be sent to market
without tops – now an industry standard.
In 1994, the Scurr brothers introduced Hawaii’s low-acid hybrid pineapple variety MD2 to Australia, reinvigorating the fresh pineapple market.
In 1996, they pioneered pineapple production at Mareeba, Far North Queensland, and remain the only commercial growers in the district.
Strawberry production began at Wamuran in 2000, and strawberries are now produced year-round in three locations in Queensland and Tasmania. In 2009, after acquiring the breeding rights to grow specialty Honey Gold mangoes, the first commercial quantity of Honey Golds arrived on supermarket shelves.
In 2015, Piñata Farms entered a joint venture with UK-based BerryWorld Group to grow proprietary berries in Australia.
Piñata Farms was among five 2024 inductees at the
gala event attended by 800 business leaders and dignitaries.
The other inductees were tourism, property and boating entrepreneurs, the Longhurst family, leader and change maker for Indigenous reconciliation Shelley Reys, AO, business leader Stefan Ackerie, AM, and technology solutions company Data#3 Pty Ltd.
The Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame was established by Queensland University of Technology
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Agents Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 602 head. All export descriptions eased by 10-15 cents a kilogram with all processors present and operating. Feeder steers and heifers improved with strong competition from local and travelled feedlotters. The better end of the yearlings and vealers sold to a dearer trend in line with the feeder market. For Sale Details, Market Reports and more info, visit www.moretonsaleyards.com. au or find us on Facebook @ Moreton Saleyards.
G Boughen sold Weaner Heifers Droughtmaster 255.2c/kg $653/head.
N & F Benfer sold Yearling Heifers Droughtmaster 263.2c/kg $776/head. Lakeside Farms sold Weaner Steers Angus X 339.2c/kg $1045/head.
P & H Lyons sold Yearling Steers Limousin 309.2c/kg $703/head.
L & J Muller Pty Ltd sold Grain Assisted Steers Angus 319.2c/kg $1886/head.
L& J Muller Pty Ltd sold Grain Assist Heifers Angus 311.2c/kg $1421/head.
L & E Steinhart sold Feeder
Steers Droughtmaster 363.2c/ kg $1516/head.
Two Tons Stock & Plant sold Feeder Heifers Droughtmaster 313.2c/kg $1349/head.
Telford & Melden sold 2 Tooth Pasture Heifers Brangus 303.2c/kg $1296/head.
Macam Investment sold
6 Tooth Pasture Heifers Droughtmaster 289.2c/kg $1518/head.
Amiens Farming Co sold
6 Tooth Pasture Ox Angus X 280.0c/kg $2156/head.
Samuel Holdings sold Store Cows Charbray 209.2c/kg $1074/head.
Samuel Holdings sold Medium Cows Santa X 259.2c/ kg $1393/head.
Greendale Cattle Co sold Pens of Heavy Cows Charbray 269.2c/kg $1586/head.
A Richter sold Heavy Bulls Droughtmaster 256.2c/kg $2164/head.
Take a close look at any contracts you’ve signed in order to be sure exactly where you stand. You are best to keep hard feelings to yourself. You
Your pilgrimage may end up being fruitless. You need time to put your house in order and sort out what you are going to do about your personal direction. You will drive your emotional partner crazy this week. Take the time to help old friends or relatives who have had a stroke of bad luck.
You should visit a friend or relative who hasn’t been feeling up to par. You can make sound financial investments if you act fast. You may have a rather hectic day due to events that children are involved in. Make creative changes to your living quarters.
You can make amends by taking them somewhere special. Control your anger. You may want to take another look at the investment you are about to make. You can do well on stage or behind the scenes, the choice is yours.
You are best to stick to basics. Work on getting ahead by picking up added skills. Don’t let your health suffer because of worry. Talk to someone you trust. Travel for business will not only bring you valuable information but also profits as well. Do your job and don’t ask for favors.
Travel could include delays and other minor problems. Don’t be too critical. Don’t settle for less than the best. Get together with friends and do something entertaining but not too expensive.
other commitments.
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3rd August 8am at 612 Kilcoy Murgon Road Sheep Station Creek.
Community Assistance Grants
Funding Round One – 2024/2025
Community organisations are invited to apply for Community Assistance Grants of up to $5,500 from Somerset Regional Council for projects, events or services in Somerset that provide community benefit. Application forms and guidelines are available from somerset.grantguru.com.au or Council on 5424 4000. Funding Rounds 2024/2025
Make a submission from 22 July to 9 August 2024
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR DUAL OCCUPANCY (2 UNITS)
Where: 66 Hamilton Road, Woodford, QLD 4514
On: Lot 10 on SP 334346
Approval sought: Material Change of Use-Development Permit for Dual Occupancy Application ref: DA/2024/2015
You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:
City of Moreton Bay City of Moreton Bay, PO Box 159, Caboolture QLD 4510
mbrc@ moretonbay.qld.gov.au 07 3205 0555
Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016
DELANEYS CREEK HALL
(Cnr Mt Mee and Bleakley Roads)
Every Sunday evening 6pm - 8pm. Great message, wonderful fellowship followed by supper - all welcome. Enquiries: 0432 579 250 or 0407 736 244
KILCOY CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
KILCOY KRAFTERS
Come along and join a fun group of craft, learn to sew, knit, crochet, patchwork and quilting. Beginners and experienced all welcome. Just turn up to the Kilcoy Library, Kennedy St, 9am each Thursday.
BREAST & THE REST Meets third Tuesday (monthly) @ 10am
Kilcoy RSL Rooms (Kennedy St) Contact: Sandra 0429 382 724 or John 0403 336 263
Make a submission from 29 July to 16 August 2024
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR DUAL OCCUPANCY (2 UNITS)
Where: 95 Hamilton Road, Woodford, QLD 4514
On: Lot 6 on SP 334346
Approval sought: Material Change of Use-Development Permit for Dual Occupancy Application ref: DA/2024/2060
You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:
City of Moreton Bay City of Moreton Bay, PO Box 159, Caboolture QLD 4510 mbrc@ moretonbay.qld.gov.au 07 3205 0555
Public
ROWSON, Kathleen Patricia, Late of Woodford formerly Mnt Kilcoy Passed away peacefully 23rd July 2024. Aged 92 years
Beloved Wife of Jeffrey (dec'd) Much Loved Mother to Steven, Michael and their families. Privately Cremated
KILCOY / WOODFORD FUNERAL DIRECTORS
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HICKEY, Patrick Anthony
Late of Kilcoy
Passed away 23rd July 2024
Aged 90 years
Beloved Husband of Phyliss (dec’) Dearly Loved Father of Shannon, Robert, Andrew, Susan their Partners and Families. Adored “Oppa” to his Grandchildren and Great- Grandchildren, Pat will be sadly missed by all family and friends.
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ON Friday 26th July we held another successful Trivia night with another full house for the event.
On Sunday 28th July we had 17 players including 6 playing visitors from the Belvidere Hotel Social Club.
Tuesday 23 July – Star of the Green - Sandra Sansom defeated Michael Dunn and will play Sharon Walker on Tuesday 6 August. Winners of the day were Dave Tonkin, Tony Gray & Bill Green who defeated Bill Edwards, Val Guilfoyle & Kelly C 33-8. Other scores: Jenny Edwards, Rhonda Cochran, Ross Kerr & Col McGrath defeated Gerry Carseldine, Rob Guilfoyle & Sandra Sansom 17-12; Pauline Lawson, Trevor Stewart & Nicky B defeated Vivien Menner, Tom Hunter & Christine Else 22-13; Michael Dunn, Marg Worrall & Zach Bell defeated Ron Sansom, Bill Watts & Ann Barradeen 21-7; Renie Lauchlan, Pat Bleakley/Ann Pope & Sharon Carseldine defeated Sharon Walker, Neil Barradeen & Shirley C 29-6. As the
The weather was cool but clear and all enjoyed a game of triples followed by a BBQ snag lunch. Winners on the day were Lenny, Hugh and Peter(visitor). Runners up were Kim, Terry(Visitor) and Maida. Fruit tray raffle went to Maida. A Singles draw is on the board. Len Smyth and Lenny Wright have a bye in the first round.
jackpot had reached $400 it was drawn until won with Vivien Menner, Tom Hunter & Christine Else the lucky winners sharing the $405. The jackpot starts again on 6 August at $31.
A championship game of mixed triples was played with Noel Lanes, Greg Staniforth & Trudi Pratt defeating Lester Bechly, Harold Alford & Lyn Chandler.
Friday 26 July - Member’s Draw: #25 Lyn Chandler (Not Present). $60 next Friday.
Saturday 27 July - Kilcoy men’s pennant teams went down narrowly to Bramble Bay at Kilcoy.
Sunday 28 July - 2 games of championship men’s triples were played. Dave Tonkin, Bill Watts & Denis Bleakley defeated Michael Dunn, Renie Lauchlan & Trevor Stewart. Jamie Mitchell, Chris Gaedtke & Matt Harrison
For your Calendar: Our next Club Meeting will be our AGM on 11th August at 9.00am. All members are requested to attend. Please join us and help in the running of your club. All positions will be declared vacant and open for you to nominate to be part of our committee.
Our next Trivia night will be held on Friday 30th August.
defeated Noel Lanes, Harold Alford & Lester Bechly.
Coming Events: Friday 2 August - Monthly Meal Night. Wednesday 7 AugustTurbo Triples sponsored by Kilcoy Funeral Directors. 10am start.
Wednesday 14 Aug - Pub Day. Sunday 25 AugustFashions on the Green Barefoot Bowls Day. 12pm start. Put your glad rags on. Fun for the whole family. $5 per bowler. Food available. Bar open. RSVP by Tuesday 20 August with your name and number of adults & children attending to rsvpkilcoybowls@gmail.com
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.
Results of the Caboolture Social Darts Club Pot Luck Doubles played Monday 29th July, Winners Dustyn & Cecil Runners-up Davo & Luke, the
WEDNESDAY 24th July
Ladies played a 9 hole single stableford. Winner: Sam Maclean 17 points, PM Chook Run also a 9 hole single stableford. Winner: Agg Dagan 23 points.
Saturday 27th July 3rd and Final Round BTC Shield. Played between Blackbutt, Toogoolawah And Crows Nest (BTC). Men’s Overall Winner Slater Green 46 points (B’Butt), Ladies Overall winner Enid Faulkner(T’wah) 34 points.
RESULTS for Tuesday 23 July 2024 Single StablefordWinner: S Webb 37 ocb R/Up: B Victor 37. BRD: R Coolwell 36 I Coates 35 R Young C Smale I Gow 34 R Heathwood 33. Ladies: Winner: G Oxborrow 34 R/up: P Dwyer 29. Results for Thursday 25 July
high score went to Mark 150 & Jenny 89 where the prize for pegs were Shayne 51 Chantelle 6. The Tons or better were Mark B 126,150, Luke 140, Shayne 125,130, Roger 126, Dale 115,121,Beau 105, Chris K 101, Sid 100, Whilst Dustyn had 125 plus a 81 bull finish peg. Only eighteen players were out in the cold. At the 21 Hayes street Hall. For further details re playing ring Cecil on 0411698807 or Ian 0400475007 as visitors are always welcome, names by 7.15pm as bar coffee and other drinks available.
Congratulations Chase an eagle 2 on the Par. 8/17 Alan White (T’wah).
Congratulations to Crows Nest on retaining The BTC Shield with Stableford Points of 1018 over the 3 Rounds.
Toogoolawah 943, Blackbutt 940. Thank you to all players from all the Clubs for supporting the event so strongly over the 3 rounds. Averaged 60 + players each day.
Coming events: Saturday 3rd August Captain Peter
2024 Single Stableford. Men: Winner: R Heathwood 36 ocb R/Up: B Victor 36. Women: Winner: F Overington 37 R/Up: Ros Englund 34 ocb. BRD: Peta Dwyer 34, D Gray 34, L Briody 34, S Kopelke 34, M Neisler (Sandy Gallop Golf Club) 34, R Coolwell 34, D Sharp 33. Secret Partners: D Hines & F Overington 69 B Green & R
Granzien, Vice Captains Craig Granzien and Clinton Smith’s Trophy day. The event is a 2 person Ambrose Golfers/non Golfers 12.00pm Shotgun start. Come along and show your appreciation to our hard working Captain and vice Captains. Tuesday 6th August Club Meeting for all Members 5.30pm. Wednesday 7th August ladies AM Golf 9.00am hit off 9 hole single stableford.
Heathwood 68 B Victor & D Sheraton 67
Results for Saturday 27 July 2024 4BBB Stableford - Winners: C Lodder & K Lodder 61 R/Up: G Sippel & O Abakumov 63 ocb. BRD: S Norris & P Coles 63 Shane Kopelke & P Jensen D Johnstone & C Wieland T Norris & P Coles 65.
Moreton Bay and Somerset are leading the charge at this year’s Paris Olympic Games, with six athletes calling the region their home.
Swimmer Kaylee McKeown, track and field
specialists, Calab Law, Ella Connolly, and Liam Adcock, Matildas’ goalkeeper, Teagan Micah, and shooter Dane Sampson are all representing Australia in a variety of sports.
Kaylee McKeown has already won one gold medal at the Paris Games for the
the world records for the 50m backstroke and the 100m backstroke during her performance in the 2023 World Aquatics Swimming World Cup held in Budapest.
In the 100m backstroke, Kaylee is so dominant that she holds all the top five times in history and all but one of the top 10.
Kaylee has already had an exceptional 2024, winning four gold medals during the Australian Championships and earning her place on the Paris Olympics team.
On the second night of the Australian Olympic trials in Brisbane in June, she won the 100m backstroke event with the second-fastest time
20-year-old Calab Law is an Indigenous athlete and Caboolture local, going on to compete in the 200m and 4x100m relay.
Following an exceptional 2022 season, where he won bronze at the World Under-20 Championships, Calab Law has matured into Australia’s best senior 200m
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Queensland State Equestrian Centre (QSEC) was host to the 2024 Australian Youth Dressage Championships on the weekend of July 19 to 21.
from Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia rode into Moreton Bay, ranging from ages eight to 25.
Event Director Anita Barton said one of the highlights of the weekend was watching the next generation of dressage riders competing at their first ever National Championships.
“Many notable performances were observed, but the highlight for me was young rider Bridgette Dalmau winning the prestigious Sharon Doe Memorial Young Rider
Calab is from the Wakka Wakka tribe near Cherbourg, Queensland, and grew up idolising fellow athlete Cathy Freeman.
Speaking to Olympics. com, Calab explained how Freeman had given him hope that “being a world and Olympic champion is possible as a fellow Indigenous sports person”.
Initially a hurdler and a long jumper, Calab was drawn to track and athletics by family connections.
His aunt was a 400m runner and after she watched him run, gave him the inspiration to pursue this untapped potential.
After overcoming a stress fracture to his spine in early 2023, Calab went on to win the 100m and 200m later in the year at the Pacific Games, held in the Solomon Islands.
On top of securing his Olympic selection, Calab has also won the National and Oceanic 200m titles this year.
Another Moreton Bay athlete who made the 2024
Olympic team is Matilda’s goalkeeper, Teagan Micah.
The Redcliff was fi as a member of the Australian football team for the 2019 FIFA World Cup competition.
During her Olympic debut at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Teagan assisted her team in making it all the way to the semi-fi missing out on a medal during the bronze medal match against the United States.
The 26-year-old has since brought her talents to the UK where she plays for Liverpool Football Club in
Challenge,” she said.
Other highlights of the event included watching riders on the Equestrian Life live stream, which was broadcast all around the world, and the Freestyle to Music classes, where riders created tests of their own patterns and got to ride to compilations of their favourite music.
“Thank you for participating in this event,” Ms Barton said.
deliver it to you, and I can’t wait to see you all grow and progress as dressage riders over the coming years.
“The future for Brisbane 2032 looks bright!”
Congratulations to all contestants and winners!
the English Women’s Super 28-year-old Liam Adcock is another Redcliffe local who is competing in long jump for the Paris Olympics.
At eight-years-old, Liam dreamed of representing Australia in the Olympics after watching the Athens
Liam initially chose tennis as the sport he would train in; however, an elbow injury at 16 years old forced him to consider a different path.
“I still hadn’t given up my Olympic dream, I just had to nd a new sport,” he said.
Liam set his sights on
triple jump as his sport of choice, but eventually settled on long jump following the advice of a coach.
After battling numerous injuries between 2019 and 2021, Liam resumed competition in 2022, getting within 3cm of his personal best. The injuries were a motivation to push harder and have “one last crack” to make the Olympics team.
Liam has made great strides in long jump since, achieving second this year at the Nationals and winning first at the Oceania Championships.
Burpengary local, Ella Connolly, is also making her Olympic Games debut this year, competing in the 100m and the 4x100m track relay.
Ella was just 10 years old when she began competing in athletics, winning the 100m at the National Primary School competition.
The now 24-year-old has gone on to have an impressive career, placing sixth in the 200m during the 2022 Commonwealth Games, becoming the highest placed Australian for the event in the last 20 years.
This year, Ella claimed the 100m Oceanic title and helped break the national record with the Australian 4x100m relay team.
Last but not least, is four time Olympian and Somerset local from Coominya, Dane
Sampson, who will be representing Australia this year for shooting.
Dan started shooting competitively at a young age and long dreamt of one day representing Australia at an Olympic level.
The 37-year-old comes from a family of experienced shooters with his mum and aunt both representing Australia in competitive shooting at varying points in their lives.
After making his Olympic debut during the London 2012 games, Dan has continued to prove himself a serious competitor, racking up numerous impressive achievements during his career, participating in subsequent Commonwealth, Olympic and World Championship competitions.
Dane is nothing if not a man of varied interests. When asked what he is most likely to be doing when not training or competing, he told Olympics.com: “Reading philosophy, learning a new language, bouldering, being active with friends (or) woodwork.”
We congratulate all the athletes and wish you all the best of luck and happy Olympics Games!
Over 5,000 athletes pounded the pavement at Redcliffe’s Jetty 2 Jetty Half Marathon and Fun Run
On July 21, embracing the Morton Bay sunshine to either walk, run or roll in one of five events.
Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism CEO, Tash Wheeler, said the Jetty 2 Jetty Half Marathon and Fun Run has woven itself into South-East Queensland’s culture.
“The Jetty 2 Jetty is more than just a fun run, it’s a tradition and a celebration of community, fitness and the natural beauty of Moreton Bay,” Ms Wheeler said.
seasoned athlete or a casual fun runner, the Jetty 2 Jetty Half Marathon and Fun Run is a must-do event on Australia’s running circuit.”
The event attracted athletes from across the world, including United Kingdom, the United States, France and New Zealand.
Mayor Peter Flannery said Redcliffe, which won silver at the 2024 Queensland Top Tourism Town Awards, is the perfect backdrop for Queensland’s most scenic and longest-running fun run.
“Jetty 2 Jetty is one of the major drawcards for our city, attracting thousands
spectators to Moreton Bay’s spectacular coast each year,” Mayor Flannery said.
“The City of Moreton Bay is especially proud to support an event that not only showcases our beautiful coastline, but also demonstrates our commitment to accessibility and inclusivity.”
Funds raised at the event will support The Breakfast Club Redcliffe. Chairperson, Michelle Gilchrist said she was grateful to have partnered with the Jetty 2 Jetty Half Marathon and Fun Run to help fund services for people who are sleeping rough.
“The cost-of-living crisis
sweeping Australia has meant there has been a surge in demand for our services”, Ms Gilchrist said.
“The funds raised from the Jetty 2 Jetty marathon will help The Breakfast Club open a new facility and a Sleepbus, a mobile service that provides a safe, temporary accommodation service for those sleeping rough.”
Of the female and male Placegetters, Lorette Melcer and Wayne Spies won the main event, the Kindred Half Marathon, with Kyoko Miura and Kieran Cody getting second place and Bernadette Cashman and Michael Cnops scoring third.
