The Sentinel 5 June 2024

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Message sent on energy project

RESIDENTS personally hand delivered over 140 submissions to Somerset Council over the proposed Hazeldean battery storage facility near Kilcoy just before public submissions closed on Friday, May 31. The submissions were delivered by residents concerned about the impact a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) proposed by Enervest, could have on the surrounding community.

While details of the submissions have not been made public yet, an online petition opposing the development has already gathered nearly 400 signatures and the group’s Facebook page also has over 200 members. Concerns from residents include fears of property devaluation and disturbance, given the proposed development site is located in a rural zone, between two residential estates.

An Enervest spokesperson said the site was chosen because it was positioned to support a reliable energy system while minimising environmental, visual and other disturbances. Story p5

Folk ticket sales strong

WOODFORD Folk Festival tickets went on sale last week and Woodfordia president Amanda Jackes said the sales are going “really strong”, leaving “no doubt the festival is going ahead” this year.

“We’re very pleased with sales,” she said. “The festival has such a high, loyal audience, with 70 per cent of people being returning attendees.” Ms Jackes said almost half the tickets are sold before the festival program is released. Story p3

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SOMERSET Council sure has a doozy of an issue on its plate.

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On the one hand, they have a renewable energy outfit - Enervest - which is looking to invest in the area and bring with it jobs (mainly during construction mind you) and the promise of a project that provides cheaper electricity and helps meet broader renewable energy targets.

happen, and residents are extremely concerned.

Although only 90 minutes from Brisbane, Hazeldean and Kilcoy have an enviable rural lifestyle.

So to lump a power station - renewable or otherwise - into the mix was always going to be a problem.

on the hop when it comes to understanding the full scope of the project.

A Facebook page has over 200 followers, and a petition has hundreds of signatures as well. For a small community, these numbers can’t be ignored.

Toogoolawah Police News updates

THERE have been a number of reports received recently in relation to Fraudulent “Facebook Marketplace” sales.

Please be mindful when purchasing property from these sites, particularly if you don’t know the person, as especially if you are spending a considerable amount of money.

occurred between May 20 and 27, but could possibly be narrowed down to the latter half of this period.

Offenders are targeting these sales platforms to advertise items for sale they don’t have and will close accounts and block purchasers after receiving deposits and payments.

Police are seeking

Investigators from the Forensic Crash Section at Yamanto Police Station continue to investigate the death of a skydiver in Toogoolawah last month.

A report is being compiled for the Coroner.

But on the other hand, there are hundreds of residents who are asking a pretty simple question:

“What the actual?”

These are residents who live next to or nearby the proposed property, which, as it stands, is a rural-zoned tract of land that nobody could ever have imagined would become industrial. Yet that is what could

The social impact of livability and property values can’t be underestimated.

As it stands residents are doing the best they can at a grassroots level to make their feelings known.

The fact that an estimated 200 public submissions were made to the project tells you the level of concern.

And the fact that 141 of those were submitted on the last day tells you that a lot of people have been caught

The facility, at 1600MWH, will be double the size of any other project on its books and is up there with the largest Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Queensland.

Council says it has met with representatives from Enervest, but that is as much information as residents know.

What is missing is either the council or Enervest or both engaging more with the local community about the issues that have been raised.

Council will certainly have some serious explaining to do if it accepts the material change of use from rural to industrial, let alone explain why the project will benefit the region.

On the surface what’s not to like about renewable energy.

But how will it benefit the Somerset region?

Why was that property chosen?

How are you addressing environmental issues?

Will my property value fall? What proof do you have?

What will it look like from my front door?

Someone in the business or council or both might want to come up with some answers sooner rather than later.

Small business alert

THE Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has urged small, family and farming businesses to make sure they are not caught out by the 3G switch-off happening in August and September.

“The 3G switch-off will affect more than just your mobile phone signal,” Mr Billson said.

“It could affect EFTPOS terminals, security systems and cameras, scanners, industrial routers, tablets, smart watches, asset tracking tools, surveying instrument, water and environmental monitoring and many of the wireless operating systems on farms,” he said.

“Even some 4G-enabled devices have aspects that are powered by 3G, but

users may not realise until they stop working, so it makes sense to have those checked as well.

“It is vital small, family and farming businesses take action urgently to fi out if they will be aff and if so, upgrade their technology before businessharming disconnection and technology dysfunction is the first they learn about it.”

Mr Billson said small businesses should contact their telecommunications provider or device manufacturer to confirm if a device will be aff

“But beware of scams and only contact mobile providers using trusted information and links,” he said.

Telstra recently announced that it will delay its 3G network switch off

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Writers Festival hits Moreton Bay

CITY of Moreton Bay

will play host to Brisbane Writers Festival, with a series of meet-the-author events headlined by multiaward-winning author, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Spicer.

Mayor Peter Flannery said this unique experience gives bookworms and aspiring writers a chance to connect with renowned authors.

“This is a huge coup for our city, giving residents a chance to get up close with some of their favourite authors, ask questions, and hear one-off insights and writing tips,” he said.

Tracey discussed her latest novel, Man-Made, at North Lakes Library on June 1.

Well-known and regarded psychiatrist Anne Buist and bestselling novelist Graeme Simsion will discuss their latest collaborative novel, The Glass House at Redcliff Library.

Plus don’t miss your chance to hear from acclaimed author, screenwriter, journalist, and historian Mark Dapin discussing his latest novel, Carnage.

All events are free, but bookings are a must.

To secure your tickets for these events, head to What’s on - Moreton Bay Libraries.

Sales are on song

‘No doubt’ Woodford Folk festival will go ahead, despite increasing costs

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WOODFORD Folk Festival tickets went on sale last week and Woodfordia president Amanda Jackes said the sales are going “really strong”, leaving “no doubt the festival is going ahead” this year.

“We’re very pleased with sales,” she said.

“The festival has such a high, loyal audience, with 70 per cent of people being returning attendees.”

Ms Jackes said almost half the tickets are sold before the festival program is even released, showing the confidence festival goers have in organisers delivering an amazing experience.

People who want to attend the festival but

may not have the means, can apply for volunteer positions in September. Volunteers typically work five hours per day, every day of the festival, and get free entry in return.

This exciting news comes after many big Aussie festivals were cancelled due to financial pressures and lower ticket sales than expected.

Ms Jackes said putting on festivals has definitely become a riskier business since Covid, as festival expenses increased 30 per cent during that period

costs haven’t dropped since. Combining this with increasing cost-of-living prices, festivals today need to out to pay bills.

increases onto ticket holders, which means having to

five festivals wouldn’t do well, often having to do with weather conditions and other similar factors. Today, she estimates it’s every one in three, with festivals that rely more on international acts being harder hit.

Some costs ticket buyers may be unaware of, that go into the pricing, include employee costs, which make up over 12 per cent of expenses (Woodfordia has full-time, part-time, and casual employees, hired security, on top of over 2500 volunteers, who also cost

and interest expenses.

A Moreton Bay Council spokesperson said the festival is “an institution on the Australian music and festival scene”, bringing an estimated economic activity of over $20 million to Moreton Bay.

“We look forward to the Festival continuing to make a valued impact on our creative and tourism economy and encourage people to buy tickets,” they said.

It is estimated 93 per cent of festival goers come

generating an estimated economic impact of $32 million overall in Queensland.

Council supported the Woodford Folk Festival with $500,000 through two operational support grants in the past two years and in 2011, purchased the Woodfordia site to guarantee the long-term future of the Woodford Folk Festival and the economic benefits it brings to the Woodford township and more broadly the local economy.

Woodford Folk Festival set to go ahead with “no doubt”

Folk Festival 2024 set to have great entertainment

100 new trees in Esk

Care4esK fi lls in koala corridor with new gum trees and help of mayor

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NEARLY 100 new koala trees have been planted in Esk by volunteers aiming to replace koala corridors that have been destroyed by development.

The trees were planted on May 25, with rainy weather and the Esk Show not stopping a core group of volunteers from Care4esK to achieve their goal of 100 trees in the Sandy Creek corridor.

The organisation’s president, Darren Bate, said the group was “so excited” on the approval to plant

these trees in that area, to help restore koala habitat.

“Our goal is to keep people aware and appreciative of wildlife and fauna… that’s what we advocate for: supporting wildlife, especially our precious endangered koalas,” he said.

Among the volunteers who were able to make an appearance was Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt, who Mr Bate called “a great help”.

“Jason was an incredible help and we are so appreciative of him turning up and lending a hand.

“He’s a real country boy so he knew to get in there and got a good amount of trees in the ground, making our jobs somewhat easier.”

The trees were planted in a vacant lot owned by council, and due to various factors was not suited for residential development.

Car4esK earmarked the area, looking to fill in existing koala corridors that have been broken up by developments.

Of the trees planted, 80 per cent were Blue Gum trees (known

“These trees are all naturally occurring and we know they are the koalas’ preferred food for this area,” Mr Bate said.

“Putting back native trees of the region gives them the best opportunity of settling and growing.”

The newly planted trees should be usable by koalas in 10 to 15 years, under ideal conditions.

This is the second year Care4esK has undertaken these plantations, having now planted 300 trees all along koala corridors in Esk.

The Koala Food Tree planting is part of the organisation’s Koala Health

ABLE Australia will stop its transport services funded by the Australian Government in Somerset due to inadequate funding.

Able Australia has been providing services through the Commonwealth Home Support Program to the West Moreton Region, which encompasses Somerset, for the past decade and delivered about 1200 trips monthly.

Somerset Deputy Mayor Helen Brieschke said the withdrawal of the service from Somerset was an “incredibly disappointing” outcome.

“It is estimated that Able Australia currently provide transport for 75 older persons and have 30 more on their wait list for this council region,” Cr Brieschke said.

“Most clients use the service weekly for shopping and/or to attend local medical appointments.”

Services in Somerset will significantly reduce from October 1.

Council will write to the Minister for Health and Aged Care to express its concern regarding the loss of community transport within Somerset and request urgent additional resources to support community transport in Somerset.

In addition, Council will seek a deputation with the Minister in July.

100 news trees were planted in Sandy Creek koala corridor

Volunteers put in hours of work to hours reach their goal

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt lending a hand

Local speed limit drops 10km/h

CITY of Moreton Bay is improving safety for motorists along a dangerous stretch of hinterland road between Dayboro and Closeburn by reducing its speed limit.

Mount Samson Road will have its speed limit reduced from 100km/h to 90km/h over a 14km stretch between the North Pine River at Dayboro and Broads Road, Closeburn, starting on June 28.

Mayor Peter Flannery said the change comes after a high number of injury-causing crashes were recorded by police on that stretch of road between 2018 and 2023.

“Mount Samson Road has earned itself the unwanted title of being one of the more dangerous roads in City of Moreton Bay since 2018,” he said.

“We understand that reducing speed limits is sometimes an unpopular option, but we are unapologetic about this change if it saves even one life.

“Decreasing the speed limit by just 10km/h can lead to a significant 30 per cent decrease in the likelihood of serious crashes according to national research.”

For further information, contact Council via InfrastructurePlanning@ moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Property value fears

‘Valuations under threat’ by battery site, but Enervest says impact limited

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SOMERSET Council has received about 200 submissions into the proposed Hazeldean battery storage facility near Kilcoy.

The deadline for submissions closed on May 31, with 141 received on the last day.

While details of the submissions have not been made public yet, an online petition opposing the development has already gathered nearly 400 signatures and the group’s Facebook page also has over 200 members.

Among the many reasons residents are opposing the project is due to the fear of property devaluation and disturbance, given the proposed development site is located in a rural zone, between two residential estates, with dozens of nearby residential properties.

Re/Max real estate agent Chris Wease, who has helped property buyers and sellers in the area for 18 years, said the project would not be good for homeowners.

“Nobody wants a project like this in their neighbourhood,” he said. Mr Wease said a project like this would have impacts on not only residents’ right

to peace but the value and saleability of their properties.

“Many of these properties will be in a direct line of sight to the facility, which will have a major visual impact for property owners, not to mention a potential increase to noise and traffic in the area,” he said.

“Although it’s impossible to say the amount it may devalue each property, the impacts to each property will vary depending on its proximity and unique point of view in relation to the facility.” Mr Wease added that many of the property owners in that region moved there to enjoy peace and quiet, on top of the beautiful scenic rural and water views.

“The proposed site is located within very close proximity and upstream to the Somerset Lake, which raises questions about the choice of site, with the risk of contamination to a major SEQ water supply, should there ever be chemical leaks or a catastrophic fire,” he said.

“Most residents aren’t objecting to the facility itself but the choice of location.

“Surely there is a better, less populated location where there will be less impact and risk to our community, residence and

An Enervest spokesperson said the site was chosen because it was well positioned to support a reliable energy system, while minimising environmental, visual and other disturbances.

The spokesperson added that Australian and global experience suggests impact on land values are limited and temporary, “with potential long-term increases due to investment in community infrastructure”.

“We nonetheless take these and other concerns very seriously and will work with local and trusted experts to ensure any

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safety, wellbeing, and investment in the local community”, they said.

The spokesperson also said operational noise during construction and after would meet EPA requirements.

Somerset Council said it had received a briefing from the company with the purpose of informing elected Council members and senior officers about the proposal.

Council’s Director of Planning and Development, Luke Hannan, said a decision on the development application (DA) is yet to be considered by council.

consider submissions received and complete the assessment of the development application in accordance with the requirements prescribed in Council’s planning scheme and the State Government’s Planning Act 2016,” he said. Submitters and residents should be aware that developments of this scale take some time to assess.

“Public safety and environmental management are key parts of Council’s assessment and consideration.”

For more information: eservices.somerset. qld.gov.au/appres. asp?da=DA24212+

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Esk residents anticipate Council meeting

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ESK locals have been left with more questions than answers, after reading about Somerset Council’s plans for the northern end of Middle Street and Mount Glen Rock.

After Middle Street resident David Evans made public objections and inquiries as to why Council wanted to upgrade and bitumen the small stretch of gravel road on the northern end of Middle Street, which only serves five properties and is a dead end, The Sentinel broke the news that upgrading this road is part of a bigger project involving Glen Rock recreational facilities.

After learning about this plan Mr Evans said the it “isn’t as bad as what he thought was happening”, but is still disappointed with the lack of consulting with residents and local, adding it has opened a larger debate regarding plans for Glen Rock.

“I thought they were putting in a double lane and widening the road, so a single lane and only losing

two koala trees is not so bad,” he said.

“While it’s better news than expected, it still feels like a waste of money to bitumen that entire road.

“It’s just opened more questions about what the plans are for Glen Rock, because nobody knows and it feels like they are just bulldozing straight ahead without consultation.”

Care4esK president Darren Bate has said everything is only speculation until residents have their meeting with Council on June 14.

However, he also has more questions in regard to the koala conservation of the area.

“It seems they are only wanting to remove two koala trees and have offsets for those, but where is the offset? Are they within the same corridor? These are all questions I think will come up in the meeting,” he said.

According to Cr Wendt, “Middle Street at Esk is being upgraded to provide a safe and attractive link from the Esk township to the Mount Glen Rock trail”.

The plan is to do so by

building a single lane, sealed road, which widens at the Brisbane Valley Highway intersection, to match the existing footprint.

“This project is an important step in the development of Mount Glen Rock and its recreational facilities,” Cr Wendt said.

“With these upgrades Council will be facilitating the safe access for trail users to what will be the main entrance to Mount Glen Rock.”

According to Cr Wendt, the project is set to cost about $330,000, having been earmarked for improvements since 2021, and a lot of effort has gone into preserving koala trees, including making the upgrade only a single lane instead of double.

Cr Wendt also assured residents that Council is “always open to discussions” and considers the community when making decisions.

Council, residents and concerned parties will have a meeting in Esk on June 14 to discuss the upgrade plans.

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CAKES and other food items were as popular as ever at this year’s Kilcoy Hospital Auxiliary Fete, held at the hospital grounds on Saturday, May 25.

Kilcoy State High School’s home economics class was among those to provide homemade food.

Recyclable garden art was another drawcard, and Myles Dunn provided entertainment as he sang and played his guitar.

Mark Weller was the auctioneer, as auction items included tables, chairs, lounge chairs, a garden mulcher, and a Queensland maple dresser. Other prizes which were snapped up included quilts, a crochet rug, wine cooler, pamper pack, tote bag and D’Arcy Doyle print.

Another distinct part of proceedings was a minute’s silence in honour of long-term Kilcoy Hospital Auxiliary treasurer Caril Davis, who passed

equipment for patients at Kilcoy Hospital, while the auxiliary also purchases gifts for people who are hospitalised during occasions such as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Easter and Christmas. Event organisers thanked everyone who attended the fete, as well as everyone who volunteered to help make the event productive and successful.

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Main - A cloudy but fine day unfolded for the Kilcoy Hospital Auxiliary Fete.

Photo credit: Denise Modistach.

Inset - Honeyeaters Simon and Ruth.

Photo credit: Denise Modistach.

Make Music Month hits Moreton Bay Fashionable Kilcoy races

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MORETON Bay is set to become a lively music hub throughout June, as over 30 local musical acts and artists put on free performances across 16 public venues, including libraries, galleries, and museums.

Aiming to foster community connection and wellbeing by offering free opportunities for locals, young, old, and everything in between, to engage in music, Make Music Month also allows residents to support local artists and learn about the cultural venues in Moreton Bay (their programs, experiences, and resources available).

A City of Moreton Bay council spokesperson said Make Music Month was created after Council spent two years doing various consultation processes, learning locals wanted to enjoy locals, asking for more opportunities to enjoy free, live music from resident artists.

“Supporting the creative

sector helps make City of Moreton Bay a vibrant place to live, work and play,” they said.

“Make Music Month helps to strengthen the profile of local musicians, providing performance opportunities... from rock to RnB, classical to country, traditional folk to indie pop, it’s a musical buff every taste.”

Make Music Month also includes International Make Music Day, which is celebrated around the world on June 21. On that day, there will be six diff jam sessions − from ukuleles to kazoos to jazz and rap − around the city.

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THERE was much more to the Kilcoy Cup than horseracing and mini trots, as there was a hive of activity at the Kilcoy Race Club last Sunday.

A range of stylish outfi were on display as Fashions on the Field drew plenty of interest, while the Cox Plate was another attraction.

Moonee Valley Racing Club and Ladbrokes arranged for this year’s Cox Plate to be viewed, with a number of patrons at Kilcoy taking the chance to hold the prized plate. Those to hold the plate included photographer

“Music connects people. Whether you’re listening to a funky live set or having fun by joining in a jam session on ukulele, music will lift your mood,” the spokesperson said. A full list of performances can be found at https:// www.moretonbay.qld.gov. au/Services/Arts-CultureHeritage/Creative-FestivalsAnd-Experiences/MakeMusic-Month

ARB Accessories Caboolture host open day

ARB Caboolture will hold an Open Day this Saturday, and they are keen to see you there!

As ARB won’t be at the National Caravan and Camping show this year, they are running a trade price Open Day to make up for it.

There will be demo cars on display, a coffee van, a sausage sizzle, special deals and a giveaway!

Be sure to come on down, grab your morning coffee and chat with the team

about all things Suspension, GVM upgrades, Bullbars, 4x4 accessories and more.

Don’t miss out on scoring some great deals, so be there between 9am and 2pm.

Fully equipped demo cars on display will be:

• Toyota Landcruiser 300 Series

• Toyota Landcruiser 79 Series Dual Cab

• Nissan Y62 Patrol

• Ford Next Gen Ranger

• Suzuki Jimny

• Toyota Landcruiser 40

Series

Anyone who makes a purchase at the Open Day will go into the draw to win an ARB Fridge Freezer!

While we are on the subject of free stuff, check out the free Weber BBQ deal!

All you have to do is order a bar, winch and lights and you will qualify for a free ARB Weber BBQ.

Do not miss out on the Open Day this Saturday.

ADVENTURE AWAITS AT ARB

Best hat winner Sue McLeod.

Best couple winner: Barbara and Thomas Thompson at the Kilcoy Cup race meet.

Rebecca Stynes and winning trainer Neil Hocking. Fashions winner Renee Zorko and Jason Wendt.

NSW State of Origin fanatic Darren Winningham with the Cox Plate.

Caboolture rides against domestic violence in red

Over 200 bikers raise DV awareness

THIS year’s Moreton Bay Red Ride attracted more than 200 bikers on Saturday May 18, as participants dressed in red and had fun while also recognising the importance of raising awareness of domestic violence.

At 8.30am, the bikers took to the roads of Moreton Bay in a show of support against domestic violence.

The riders were dressed in

Beatles, and Hello Kitty made an appearance along with Where’s Wally and Spider Man.

One change to this year’s Red Ride route was the addition of a marshalling stop at Dayboro, which enabled the riders to ride back to the Caboolture Showgrounds in a group.

The People’s Choice winner for the motorbikes was a woman named Leigh, who rode a Can-Am Ryker. This bike featured every colour of the rainbow, complete with Hello

The Furthest Travelled award went to a rider who travelled

320km from Casino.

Best decorated bike went to a man named Phillip who was dressed as Elmo – as was his bike – complete with an Elmo mask over his helmet.

The best dressed rider was a woman named Sarah, who was a survivor of domestic violence. She was dressed as the most amazing fairy.

Event founder and City of Moreton Bay councillor Tony Latter said Red Ride was a great event for the community to come together to take a stand against domestic violence.

“With 2 in 5 women and

domestic violence since the age of 15, this is an issue that we need to talk about in the community and make sure that a clear message is sent to people using violence, that it is not welcome here in Moreton Bay”, he said.

“I look forward to continuing to build a campaign to see domestic violence reduce in Moreton Bay.”

WHAT MAKES

PHOTOS, anecdotes and other pieces of information are sought as Fernvale State School is compiling a 150th anniversary souvenir book.

Past and present staff and students, as well as other community members, are invited to make contributions.

The formation of the book is coming about after Fernvale State School recently staged a 150-year anniversary celebration, which drew more than 2000 people. Contributions can be made by emailing FernvaleSS150@fernvaless. eq.edu.au or visiting Fernvale State School.

Submissions for the book will close on June 30. People can visit https:// survey.qed.qld.gov.au/n/ dLghjO3 to register their interest in purchasing a copy of the book.

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Hardworking Rotarians

Phillip with his Best Decorated Bike

Phillip and Sarah, winners of Best Decorated Bike and Best Decorated Biker

Sarah was named Best Dressed Biker.

Friends of Lagoon Creek volunteering

Conservation group calls for more help

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CABOOLTURE-BASED community group Friends of Lagoon Creek is among many groups looking for more like-minded volunteers of all ages and abilities. The land care group is dedicated to the restoration of the Lagoon Creek catchment and greater

enhance the biodiversity and ecological health of the area with the support of Moreton Bay Council.

Lagoon Creek is home to many species of iconic Australian animal species due to its wetland nature and Eucalyptus forest types, including koalas and platypus.

Volunteers can help with bushcare and at the

species, to use for local revegetation projects and retail sales, with the mission of propagating native species to increase local biodiversity and species succession in local urban and regeneration projects.

Volunteers learn about native plant and weed ID, species ecological functions, useful and

Childcare

facility approved

SOMERSET Regional Council has conditionally approved a childcare centre for 90 places in Lowood.

The proposed facility will be built at 31 and 33 Prospect Street, adjoining the town’s primary school. The centre will be built on a site of about 2000 sqm and include six separate rooms, and two outdoor play areas.

Councillor Tiara Hurley supported the development application, saying there was a real need to cater for more families in Somerset.

“It’s wonderful to have more options for working families in Somerset,” Cr Hurley said.

A hat, enclosed suitable footwear, sun protective clothes and a water bottle are needed.

plant anatomy, seed

Bushcare volunteers work with weed removal, planting out, watering and care of new plants/trees.

Bushcare work is generally done in the Reserve area on a Tuesday while boots, long trousers and a long sleeve shirt are required.

The organisation also does regular clean-up events and tree planting activities to restore the natural habitats along the creek.

and Wednesdays.

The group also organises educational workshops, nature walks, and community forums to engage and educate residents, schools and businesses about the importance of environmental conservation. They also collaborate with other local organisations, government bodies, and experts to maximise their impact and build a network.

More information can be found at www. friendsoflagooncreek.com or email info@folcgroup. org.

In the same meeting, Cr Brieschke said “it would be fantastic to see another childcare facility built around Toogoolawah and Esk where there is a desperate need.”

Council requested officers prepare a report to look at opportunities to attract childcare providers to the region.

LANDCARE GROUP

NATIVE NURSERY

VOLUN TEERSWanted

SOCIALISE AND HELP THE ENVIRONMENT

Do you enjoy a bush stroll, fresh air and a bit of exercise?

Want to help preserve our bush areas, help wildlife and enjoy good company? Enjoy gardening?

Friends of Lagoon Creek is looking for helpers and like-minded people of all ages and abilities. Friends of Lagoon Creek look after the Lagoon Creek Reserve area and are dedicated to bushcare and restitution of the area.

LANDCARE VOLUNTEERS

TUESDAY : 8:30am – 12:00pm

You will need a hat, enclosed suitable footwear, sun protective clothes, and a water bottle.

SUPPORTING

Want to help grow local native plants for natural area restoration?

Like gardening and caring for plants in a nursery environment?

NURSERY VOLUNTEERS MONDAY & WEDNESDAY 9:00am – 12:00pm

NURSERY NATIVE PLANT SALES

THURSDAY : 9:00am – 12:00pm every week

SUNDAY : 9:00am – 12:00pm 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month ONLY

Lagoon Creek Nursery needs volunteers on Mondays and Wednesdays

Volunteers interested in bushcare can join on Tuesdays

Hiking 27 days along the Brisbane River

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ESTEEMED author Simon Cleary has released his latest book ‘Everything is Water’, recounting his 27-day hike along the Brisbane River.

In 2022, Simon set out to walk across Somerset and to Moreton Bay, following the Brisbane Rver.

Starting in Linville, Simon walked 344 kilometres to the Port of Brisbane. During

his adventure, he recounts the many people he met, things he’d seen and lessons he’d learnt, both from nature and from humanity.

This beautifully written book feels almost like reading a poem and a diary at the same time.

Mr Cleary’s talent for words, expresses all the thoughts and feelings he had during his journey, while making beautiful comparisons and metaphors

to water, the subject at the core of the book.

The way Mr Cleary talks about the river that shaped his life in so many ways, he forces the reader to reflect on the power and impact waterways have on everything around it: environment, towns and communities.

Any resident with love and appreciation for the Somerset and Moreton Bay areas will appreciate going

on this journey with Mr Cleary.

Any adventurer looking for their next escapade will feel inspired by the stories and experiences Mr Cleary had.

Any poets looking to lose themselves in the imagination of words will find peace in the descriptive and reflective writing, which intertwines with the diarystyle telling of events.

The book has just been

released this month, so make sure to grab a copy and get inspired by Mr Cleary’s fourweek adventure exploring the riverbanks of the Brisbane River and the towns that border it.

MJ Conroy digs in across Somerset

Business has passion for professional, local service

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Kirra Livingstone

MITCHELL Conroy and his partner Emily are the friendly faces behind MJ Conroy Earthmoving, a local family owned business servicing the region with quality service.

Mitchell has been in business for the past two years, and has more than a decade’s worth of experience in the industry, and through growing up in the area he knows the importance of looking after the community.

Emily is his right hand

woman, taking care of administration and accounts while Mitchell is on the ground doing the wide range of earthmoving jobs.

MJ Conroy Earthmoving offers services including dam construction, fire breaks, stick raking, desilting dams, driveways and general earthworks.

Business is going strong, but Mitchell said he had big expansion plans and is keen to let potential clients know about the high quality services MJ’s provide.

“Business is good, but

I wouldn’t mind getting busier,” he said. “I’m looking to expand the business within the community and there is no job too big or too small for us.

“People should use MJ Conroy Earthmoving because I’m local and know a lot of people, I know the area pretty well and the area is not new to me because I grew up here.”

He added that MJ Conroy Earthmoving has a range of machinery that Mitchell would love more of a chance to use for local customers.

“We have a dozer and excavators so I would like to have a bit of a push in that area, and I have a front end loader too, if people need these services,” Mitchell said.

Mitchell and the team at MJ Conroy Earthmoving service the Somerset and Lockyer region, including Fernvale, Lowood and beyond.

To reach out to this talented and professional earthmoving business, call Mitchell on 0417 719 170 or email mjearthmoving92@ gmail.com for a free quote.

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Mitchell Conroy offers Somerset locals earthmoving services

Cassi Marie at Woodford Library

When: Friday June 7th, 5.30pm - 6.30pm

Where: Woodford Library, 1 Elizabeth Street, Woodford

Info: Head down to Woodford Library to watch indie pop singer and songwriter Cassi Marie perform live music for free. After the gig, make sure to pick up a brochure and check out what City of Moreton Bay libraries have on offer.

Beginner Watercolours

When: Friday June 7th, 10am - 12pm

Where: Kilcoy Library Kennedy Street, Kilcoy

Info: Always wanted to try watercolour painting?

President of the Kilcoy Art Gallery, Di Taylor, has 15 years’ experience as a watercolourist and is a life member of the Watercolour Society of QLD. Expand your creative practice and learn from a gifted, award-winning local artist. Bookings essential. Phone 5424 4000.

Toogoolawah Show

When: Friday - Saturday June 7th - 8th

Where: Toogoolawah Show Grounds, 54 Ivory Creek Road, Toogoolawah Info: GATE ADMISSION

PRICES Volunteers

Membership $15pp 2-Day Show Entry Pass $20. Must be pre-purchased on or before Thursday June 6th, Friday Adults $10, Pensioner and High Schoolers $5, Saturday Adults $15, Pensioners and High School Students $10, Primary School Students and under FREE

Caboolture Show & Rodeo

When: Friday - Sunday June 7th - 9th

Where: Caboolture Showgrounds, 140 Beerburrum Road

Caboolture

Info: This year we have 2 nights of awesome entertainment. There will of course be the traditional attractions of Sideshow Alley, Food and Drinks galore as well as things to see and do such as the cattle and goat judging. Remember the Rodeo is free with your show entry.

Kilcoy Yowie Markets

When: Saturday June 8th, 7.30am - 12pm

Where: Hope Street, Kilcoy Info: Country Market, all welcome.

Fundraising dinner for local chaplaincy

When: Saturday June 8th, 6pm

Where: Mount Mee Public Hall

Info: Dinner event to raise funds for chaplaincy at Mount Mee State School. Guest speaker will be former Greek rugby league skipper Jordan Meads, who played in the 2022 World Cup. Tickets cost $40 and include a two-course meal. Raffle prizes will also be on offer. Bookings and queries to Julie on 0437 917 206.

Stanley Rivers Polocrosse Carnival

When: Saturday & Sunday, June 8th & 9th

Where: : Kilcoy Showgrounds Info: The Australian World

Cup polocrosse team will play a series of games against invitational teams, in preparation for the World Cup in South Africa. There will be men’s and women’s teams. Contact Clay Colless on 0437 195 700 or email stanleyriverspolocrosse@ gmail.com

HelloWorld TravelInformation Session

When: Wednesday June 12th, 5.30pm

Where: Shop 3b, Burpengary Plaza, 177-183 Station Road, Burpengary Info: Meet the travel experts for inspiration on your next holiday and have all your questions answered. Enjoy Deals and Offers Exclusive to Session Attendees. More information call 07 3888 3621.

Live music by Josh Crawford at Burpengary Library

When: Thursday June 13th, 10am - 10.45am

Where: Burpengary Library, 121 Station Road, Burpengary Info: Head down to Burpengary Library for a free 45-minute live music performance by local musician Josh Crawford. Enjoy acoustic guitar covers, influenced by a mix of 90s grunge and alternative pop. After the show, explore the library aisles to find your next good read. Be sure to ask the friendly staff about the programs and resources City of Moreton Bay libraries have to offer.

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Lowood Show

When: Friday - Saturday June 14th - 15th

Where: Lowood Showgrounds, Lindemann’s Rd, Lowood Info: Join us for our 117th Annual Show. There will be all the traditional attractions of Sideshow Alley, Food and Drinks galore.

Esk Garden Fair

When: Saturday June 15th, 8am - 3pm

Where: Pipeliner Park, off Esk-Hampton Road, Esk Info: Discover the Esk Garden Fair, the ultimate destination for gardening enthusiasts. With an extensive selection of nurseries, hobby growers, and quality exhibitors, the Esk Garden Fair promises to be a haven for all garden lovers. From rare plants to unique garden art, you’ll find everything you need to enhance your garden and satisfy all your gardening desires. Dive into a world of gardening insights with free information sessions from informative guest speakers. Don’t miss out on the botanical bonanza!

Backing Small Business

When: Monday June 17th, 9am - 3pm

Where: Esk Library, 19 Heap Street, Esk Info: Needing help for your business to thrive and grow? Free mentoring and business support services. To book a free appointment email ddsdesbt@desbt.qld. gov.au and an officer will be in touch to confirm your booking.

The Mostly Mellifluous Melodium at CREEC

When: Tuesday June 18th, 9am - 11.30am

Where: Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre (CREEC), 150 Rowley Road, Burpengary Info: A previously undiscovered material in the universe, Mugic, has been found in City of Moreton Bay.

From the little we know so far, Mugic is a curious hybrid of music and magic which channels the musical possibility in an object or person. To better understand Mugic, scientists and musicians have built an instrument called the Mostly Mellifluous Melodium. Scientists say Mugic can only be released when coaxed out into the world through improvisation, storytelling, and play. Everyone is invited to participate with the Melodium and have some fun.

Neish at Woodford Library

When: Tuesday June 18th, 10am - 11am

Where: Woodford Library, 1 Elizabeth Street, Woodford Info: Head to Woodford Library for a morning of heartfelt and intimate tunes from Neish. Immerse yourself in various forms of storytelling through Neish’s music and the stories found within the pages of the library’s books. If you are not yet a member of Moreton Bay libraries, now is the perfect time to join.

Ukulele jam session at Caboolture

When: Friday June 21st, 9.30am - 11.30am

Where: Caboolture Library, 4 Hasking Street, Caboolture

Info: Do you want to jam out on your ukulele with other players? Make your way down to Caboolture Library for a free jam session led by Miss Elm. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned ukulele player, the session will include strumming and learning chords, practicing 3 to 5 songs, and an introduction to different ukuleles. Do not forget to bring your ukulele and make a booking to secure your spot. https:// www.moretonbay.qld.gov. au/Events/Jam-sessioncaboolture

Flying fox workshop with Bat Conservation and Rescue

When: Saturday June 22nd, 10am - 11.30am

Where: Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre, 150 Rowley Road, Burpengary

Info: Did you know flying foxes are among the largest bats in the world? Discover more amazing facts about bats at our free workshop! At the workshop, we will talk about local flying fox species, ecology, their behaviour, and their role in the environment. You will even have the chance to meet them up close! Come hang with us and get ready to go a little batty over these amazing nocturnal Australian mammals.

Veterans invited to Dragon Boating Day

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Time Out Esk prepares for Garden Fair

The famous annual fair hits off next week

VALLEY of the Lakes Garden Club president Kerri Melville and vice-president Lisa Davis have their fingers crossed for a perfect winter’s day for the Esk Garden Fair on June 15.

“Every year more and more people discover our event,” Kerri and Lisa said.

When asked what she thinks keeps attracting

PAST and present military serving members and their families are welcome to take part in a Veteran and Family Dragon Boating Day at Sylvan Beach Esplanade on Saturday, June 15. Dragon Boat

Pumicestone Club has partnered with Invictus Australia to host the session for military veterans and their families from 8am to 10am. Dragon Boat

Pumicestone Club president Michelle Hanton said she was honoured to facilitate this opportunity in Moreton Bay.

“Our club already has veteran members who will each attest to the physical and mental benefits gained through this sport,” she said.

John Butler, who joined the army in 1974 and had numerous postings around Australia and overseas during 40 years of service, was involved in AFL before

trying dragon boat racing.

John has not looked back since, as he said he enjoyed being part of the club.

Veteran and Family Dragon Boating Day will be free of charge, and attendees can also enjoy a complimentary morning tea after going out for a paddle.

More information can be obtained by contacting jlugg@ invictusaustralia.org or dragonboatpumicestone@ gmail.com

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and the opportunity to visit the other events that are on as well.”

The Fair has become a destination event with many visitors driving a few hours to attend.

Most spend the entire day in Esk.

“The event has become a highlight on Somerset’s events calendar,” Lisa said.

“But I also think it is the relaxed country atmosphere of Esk and the enthusiasm and hospitality of our volunteers and the Esk community.”

Many people dress up or wear a flower covered hat just to bring that extra joy to the day.

“There is just a great sense of community pride across the weekend from the entire town of Esk... it makes us feel honoured to live here,” Lisa said.

Visitors are treated to beautiful weather, thousands of plants, amazing garden art, fabulous displays, talks and demonstrations that all combine to make a day of green-thumbed adventure and family-friendly fun. Gates will open at 8am. Entry is $5, while under 16s are admitted for free. Cash at gates or check out the Esk Garden Fair website for information and tickets.

Liam Hauser

Dragon Boat Pumicestone Club is hosting a Veteran and Family Dragon Boating Day

President Kerri Melville and vice-president Lisa Davis

Henry Somerset

The run over zone

I was in Grade 3 when I was knocked over by a car at a crossing outside school.

All I can remember is wild eyed driver in a blue and white Hillman (indicates this was several decades ago) parked across from where I lay on the road.

It wasn’t a busy road since our state school had only seven classes and across the road was a shop that sold everything from basic groceries to dingo traps, a real estate agent, Mick’s cafe and Jang’s Chinese fruit shop that also had (then legal) fire crackers.

And the crossing was marked, but had no flashing lights or warning signs like today’s schools.

I must have been alright healthwise despite being knocked flat on my back by a corner of the car.

A parent dusted me off and

sent me up to my classroom where Miss Young (beehive hairdo and a Miss Australia entrant) was told to keep an eye on me.

My mother reacted with concern when I told her after

school, but Dad thought, given there was only a scratch and a light bruise, that I probably had been only lightly concussed. There was no ambulance, no phone call to parents,

not even a visit to the school sickroom, and no risk assessment report.

I can still feel the finger end size depression on the back corner of my head from that incident, but so far no reportable side effects (well, none obvious to me).

Under My Skin

Plastic aplenty (plus urine) but sustainably safe

Little things in life can make you feel good, like going to one of the “in” Brisbane eateries for a coffee on a Sunday morning.

It’s a big joint that attracts people of all ages. One very well represented group is the trendy 20 to 30-somethings, the ones who insist on everything being sustainable, green, recyclable, environmentally friendly — everything that will stop global boiling in its tracks.

This particular establishment not only saves the environment, it saves on washing up on a Sunday by only serving coffee in paper/ plastic cups — two cups in fact because the coffee burns your fingers if only one is used.

The printing on the cups said they had an eco-friendly coating, were compostable, and aqueous. I had to check what aqueous meant and I still don’t know when the word describes a coffee cup.

I was laughing when I watched hundreds of cups being thrown in the bins in a sustainable and eco-friendly way. The planet is saved, I

thought.

Then I saw a dog urinate on the leg of a chair and on the floor in this trendy joint. No one cleaned it up. The dog walked in it and spread it further. The dog owner, who was closer to Roaring 20s vintage than 20-something, could not have cared less.

I left the establishment happy in the knowledge the planet is safe …….. and wellwatered with dog urine.

Normal junket

Thank you Minister Leanne Enoch for being honest with Queensland taxpayers by saying what the Miles Government didn’t want said: “That is a normal part of every Minister’s job”.

The Treaty, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Communities Minister was brushing off criticism of her $126,000 10-day unnecessary junket to the US with three staff

Yes Minister, wasting money on self-indulgent travel is apparently part of normal government business.

But, in an election year, who could blame Ministers for putting their snouts deeper into the trough if there’s a chance the opportunity won’t

be there in a few months’ time?

‘Ave an avo I have a Forrest Gump moment two or three times a week. You know the type I mean — Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.

In my case it involves avocados. I was an avo fan before it became culinary chic to serve them Fridaynight-drinks style — smashed. Unfortunately, I never know what I’m going to find when I start operating on them with a knife.

Recently a supermarket provided me with one that resembled dark chocolate — it was totally black inside. The seed was the best looking part.

Usually, because of price, I eat everything but the skin and seed, no matter what the colour, but in that recent case I had to toss the lot.

Instead of complaining I now adopt a public service mind-set — I regard it as a challenge, not a problem.

Just briefly

Movie star Cate Blanchett claims she is “middle class”. If wealth, fame and entitlement are indicative of “class”, our

WEASEY’S PROPERTY REPORT

Stage 2 Rental Law Reforms: Parliament Approves Sequel to Tenancy Saga

In a significant move for Queensland’s rental landscape, the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 (RTRAOLA Bill) has been given the green light by the Queensland Government.

This bill marks the introduction of Stage 2 rental law reforms and also introduces continuing professional development (CPD) requirements for Real Estate agents across the state.

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) previously put forward a comprehensive submission for 39 amendments, but has warned that, while the new Bill contains some wins for a

fairer and more transparent market, it fell well short of their recommendations.

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said “The RTRAOLA Bill was hastily drafted and tabled without consultation with key stakeholders. Many of these errors and omissions could have been avoided if Government had engaged in stakeholder consultation upfront.

“This highlights the importance of a peak body that understands practical implications and is passionate about ensuring laws are feasible and fit for purpose.”

The exact date of assent (which is when the bill receives royal assent and becomes law) is yet to be confirmed at the time of writing this column.

Here is an overall summary of the key changes that will then

come into effect.

Lessors and property managers will no longer be able to accept offers from tenants to pay rent above the advertised price. Additionally, limits will be set on the amount of rent that can be paid in advance – 2 weeks rent for periodic tenancy or moveable dwellings; 1 months rent for general tenancy.

Stricter regulations will be imposed on rent increases, with limits attached to the property rather than the tenancy. This means that rent cannot be increased within 12 months of the last increase, regardless of who owns the property or who rents the property. So even if the property is sold, the rent cannot go up until 12 months after the last increase, although there is

of dumblebums were apprehended with a quantity of illicit substances.

I raise this because despite all the flashing signs and marketing campaigns, some people still do dangerous and dumb acts around ever more crowded school zones

Driving too fast is just part of the problem.

This all came back to me when I saw a Doofdoof car, music blaring, speed through a school zone.

The school crossing supervisor got a number plate and apparently, after investigation by police, a couple

rating on the Blanchett scale is at the sub-zero end.

More than 1200 Chinese spies, including 200 professionals, are in Australia collecting information, surveilling and harassing targets for the communist regime.

Don’t you worry about that. What could possibly go Wong? (Sorry Penny.)

If you’re not convinced of the accuracy of the old adage about history repeating itself, read the book titled Auschwitz 5.0: The Empire of Hell.

I’ve spoken about it before. Look at what’s happening the world over, especially in Australia, and you will despair at what is likely to repeat.

Saw a story on TV featuring a young mum who “saves a fortune” by using rewards programs to the maximum.

Two days later I read an online news story which started off, “We all love a freebie but rewards programs rarely pay”. Reward or fraud?

I hope the marketing gurus who came up with TAFE Queensland’s advertising slogan didn’t get their qualifications through TAFE. “Make great happen” is not

a concession for cases in which the previous rental information is not known.

Note: the new provision will apply retrospectively, so the next rent increase must be calculated from the date of the last rent increase for the property, even if this date occurred before this new law commences.

Tenancy agreements will now also have to record the date of the last rent increase to give tenants evidence and clarity for future rental agreements.

Lessors facing undue hardship due to rent increase limitations can apply to the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) for relief.

New provisions will also be introduced for rooming accommodations, focusing on

Parents parking in dangerous or difficult places is another, especially when children have to enter roads from between cars, which makes them almost invisible, even to slowed traffic.

Parents doing U turns or reversing in zones where children gather or meander, with lots of blind spots in large 4WDs, regardless of parking or reversing cameras which are imperfect.

The reason I was knocked over was that, even as an 8-year-old, I walked to school.

It was about a kilometre

creative, it’s crap, and on a par with the travel agent saying “Discover the new”, while advertising ancient cities and civilisations. Just brilliant.

A friend recently posted a photo with his wife on social media with the caption “50 years married and still happy”. She immediately had it removed on “fake news” grounds.

Sad state of politics If political parties put in as much time, effort, and thought into providing good government as they do playing childish backroom games, this nation would be in a much better position.

Take, for example, the latest huffing and puffing coming out of the Coalition. Power plays and grubby deals, with Senators suing and being dumped, are the norm for some of this lot.

A while ago I disagreed with many commentators who said the LNP were a shoe-in to win the October election.

I based that judgement on two major factors — the Labor Party’s far superior “machine” that drives election tactics, and the LNP’s amazing ability to

the installation, maintenance, or replacement of smoke alarms to bolster safety standards across the rental sector, and confidentiality requirements under domestic and family violence provisions will be broadened.

Also included in the Bill: property agents will now be required to complete annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements set by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT), which is long overdue and aims to ensure a higher standard of professionalism and competence within the industry.

Other legislative changes will commence at a later date, among them - entry notice periods will be extended from 24 hours to 48 hours, and entry will be limited to two times per

through a bush track and over a creek, then half a kilometre through a few blocks of new housing on the edge of town. And all barefoot. In the seven years of state school walks, despite the odd snake and snarly dogs and rising creek level and testing out a newly laid bitumen road by walking on it with bare feet (Mum had to scrub our hardened soles with turps to get out the tar) the only incident was that zebra crossing car knock. So be careful because despite all the rules and signs, there are still plenty of people doing dumb or dangerous driving.

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snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

I feel sorry for the genuine LNP members who work hard for their “cause”. I’m almost tempted to put Leader David Crisafulli into that category, but I’m not completely convinced yet.

I also feel sorry for the genuine Labor members who, no matter what they say or do, know every decision made has to have the blessing of United Workers Union State secretary and Left faction hitman Gary Bullock. Too many of these people are only there to play their power-grabbing games. The voters are simply pawns. Or should that be prawns?

Thought for the Week: We aim to become totally reliant on renewable energy for our power supplies, and at the same time convert to a totally cashless society. What happens in a blackout — no lights, no money, no hope?

week once a Form 12 Notice to Leave or Form 13 Notice of Intention to Leave has been issued.

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.

with Chris Wease,

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-3 totally

6.6 Acres of Tranquil Living with Dual Residence

- Modern replica Queenslander home with period features and modern comforts

- Fully detached and self-contained 1 bedroom granny flat

- 4 Bedrooms, plus a study, 2 bathrooms, large open planned living

- Inground swimming pool, ducted a/c, woodfire heater, walk-in-pantry

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Rural C

Quality lines of cattle remain fi rm at Toogoolawah

SHEPHERDSON and Boyd yarded 1126 head of cattle for their Toogoolawah store sale on May 31.

Top quality re-stocker steers and heifers sold to strong competition with prices remaining firm.

Lesser quality and more tropical cattle were again easier with declining competition for these articles. A nice line of prime and store cows met with strong support and were fully firm.

Brangus X steers 3-year-old account of C. Simpson and A. Vandel of Blackbutt sold for $1540/ head. Simmental X steers 16mths old account of A & N Parker of Kenilworth sold for $1170/head. Shine Brothers of Fernvale sold Charolais X steers 14-16mths old for $1180/head, and weaner steers 8mths old for $1080/head. W & A Oxenford of Toogoolawah sold a quality pen of Angus X weaner steers 8mths old for $1040/head.

Binney Pastoral of Ramsay sold a quality run of Simmental X weaner steers 8mths old topping at $1030/ head. Darren Clancy of Linville sold Charbray X weaner steers 8mths old for $1020/head. P & R

SHEPHERDSON

Smith of Ivory Creek sold Charolais X weaner steers 8mths old for $1020/head. Melissa Thornton of Kilcoy sold Charolais X weaner steers 8mths old for $1010/head. Tyler Beanland of Kingaroy sold Charbray X weaner steers for $1010/head.

Glendale partnership of Harlin sold Droughtmaster X steers 10-12mths old for $940/head. D & A Philp of Linville sold Santa X weaner steers 6-8mths old for $900/head. R & D Wainwright of Mt Byron sold Charolais X weaner steers 8mths old for $890/head. P & F Eggleston of Toogoolawah sold Santa X weaner steers 6-7mths old for $860/head. Greg & Linda Nugent of Dayboro sold Droughtmaster steers 12mths old for $820/head. The feeder heifers sold to firm market on previous weeks. P2ml Pastoral of Beaudesert sold Charbray heifers 18mths old for $1050/head. Charolais X heifers 16-18mths old account of A & L Bechley for $1050/head. A & A Cousins of Harlin sold Charolais X heifers 16mths old for $940/ head. Hillside Partnership of Scrub

Creek sold Brahman X heifers 22mths old for $900/head. I & C Gilliland of Blackbutt sold Charolais X weaner heifers 8mths old for $730/head. Binney Pastoral of Ramsay sold Simmental X weaner heifers for $650/head. Tyler Beanland of Kingaroy sold Charbray X weaner heifers $610/head. Peter and Robyn Smith of Toogoolawah sold Charolais X weaner heifers for $610/head.

Colin Goldsworthy of Moogerah sold Charolais X weaner heifers 6-8mths old for $600/head. W & A Oxenford of Toogoolawah sold Angus X weaner heifers 6mths old for $600/head. D & A Philp sold Santa heifers 6-8mths old for $590/head. Stanley River Grazing of Commissioners Flat sold Charolais X weaner heifers for $600/head. Shepherdson and Boyd would like to thank all of their vendors, buyers and underbidders for their valued support.

The next Toogoolawah

Quality Charolais X weaner heifers 6-8mths old, account of I & C Gilliland of Blackbutt sold for $730/head.

Cattle markets

LAIDLEY

412 head were yarded at Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale last Thursday. Steers and heifers held firm in a declining market, with solid competition for all types.

Export cattle sold to easier rates.

Geoff Steinhardt, Ropeley, sold milk tooth Droughtmaster steers for $1400 and $1290, and vealer heifers for $650.

Darren Tillack, Woodlands, sold Charolais cross weaner steers for $1000.

LE Mann, Lanefield, sold lines of light feeder heifers, with Brangus making $900, Charolais $890, and Angus $880 and yearling Brahman heifers for $930.

Elise Wilson, West Haldon, sold Charolais cross backgrounder steers for $1140.

Mick and Maree Coogan, Mt Whitestone, sold Limousin cross weaner steers for $930.

George Miller, Mt Whitestone, sold Brahman cows for $1320 and heifers for $1130.

THC Investments,

Stockyard, sold lines of light feeder heifers, with Charbrays making $920, Charolais $900 and Angus $880.

Bob Armitage, Ma Ma Creek, sold Droughtmaster cows for $1280.

Tony Stariha, Mulgowie, sold Brahman steers for $1220, $940 and $900.

Jennifer Barkhuizen, Iredale, sold Murray Grey weaner steers for $1000.

Gary and Mary-Ann Galea, Adare, sold a Droughtmaster bull for $1800 and Droughtmaster steers for $1200.

Garry Yates, Atkinsons Dam, sold milk tooth Angus heifers for $880 and $830.

The Pickering Family, Black Duck Creek, sold a line of Droughtmaster backgrounder steers for $1020 and young weaner steers for $780.

Glynn and Karen Crosby, Townson, sold Droughtmaster/ Brahman cross weaner steers for $895.

John Cootes, Black Duck Creek, sold Brahman cross steers for $780 and $690.

WOODFORD

208 head were sold at Stariha Auctions Woodford cattle sale on Monday. The market was easier for all types. The biggest correction was for vealer heifers, with one major processor not operating.

Christine Casey and Anthony Chesterton, Kilcoy, sold milk tooth Droughtmaster steers for $1290 and cows for $1090.

Roger Vickery, Stanmore, sold a line of Droughtmaster cross backgrounder steers for $1140.

Darcy Pratten, Mt Kilcoy, sold a line of young Brangus steers for $700 and vealer heifers for $400.

Shane and Neta Malone, Kobble Creek, sold young Charolais steers for $740.

James Kuhn, Dayboro, sold Angus weaner steers for $940 and $830.

Mark Young and Evonne Manns, Linville, sold Brahman cross weaner steers for $1000 and $830.

Hallyangle Pty Ltd, Neurum, sold Droughtmaster cross steer calves for $560.

Caldwell, McLauchlan and Simi, Maleny, sold Droughtmaster steers for $790.

Moreton Saleyards market report

AGENTS Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 345 head of cattle.

Due to plenty of fat cattle in the market place, all export descriptions eased in value. Heavy pasture steers met fully firm competition, as did sought after lines of restocker and feeder steers.

Prime vealer heifer calves were slightly stronger this week with all processors in attendance.

BE & LE Watson Weaner Heifers Greyman for 230.2c/ kg $759/head.

Craig Bell sold Weaner Steers Limousin for 369.2c/ kg $978/head.

Hansen Family Trust sold Feeder Steers Santa X for 301.2c/kg $1246/head.

Jilrift Pty Ltd sold Pasture Heifers Droughtmaster X for 261.2c/kg $1462/head.

Windolf Farms sold Pasture Steers Droughtmaster X for 285.2c/ kg $1579/head.

JC Traves sold Full Mouth

Ox Droughtmaster X for 260.0c/kg $1855/head.

Glenda Gray sold Heavy Cows Charbray X for 223.2c/ kg $1395/head.

GJ Torluccio sold Heavy Cows Droughtmaster for 219.2c/kg $1391/head.

Stanley River Grazing sold Pens of Medium Cows Droughtmaster for 213.2c/kg $1186/head.

NL & HR Morrow sold Heavy Bulls Droughtmaster X for 231.2c/kg $1895/head. Tinton Grazing sold Heavy Bulls Charolais X for 220.0c/ kg $1640/head. For Sale Details, Market Reports and more info, visit www.moretonsaleyards. com.au or find us on Facebook @ Moreton Saleyards.

Open auction and live weight sale held at Moreton each Tuesday. Selling begins at 8am.

Cutbacks at work will be a cause for worry. You can make professional decisions this week that will affect your position Get involved in activities that will be

You may have difficulties while traveling or problems dealing with close friends or relatives. You can make professional changes and direct your energy into making all the right moves. Go after your goals. Involvement in groups of interest will bring you in touch with important individuals. Changes to your self image will be to your benefit as long as you don’t over pay.

Resist secret affairs that could be detrimental to your reputation. Refrain from arguing with your mate. You should visit a friend or relative who hasn’t been feeling up to par. Your lack of attention may have been a factor.

Get help setting up a reasonable budget. Look into ways of making extra cash. Look for professional guidance if it will help unite the family. Minor health problems will flare up if you don’t take care of yourself. Set the ball in motion and be relentless until you complete the project.

Don’t count on correspondence to clear up major problems. You may want to get involved in some kind of creative group. Your temper may erupt if you have allowed others to cost you too much money. Valuable information can be yours if you listen to those with experience.

Romance will unfold through business trips. You may not be happy if members of your family are not pulling their weight. Put your energy into learning new skills or picking up valuable information. You could meet an interesting individual you’ll want to get to know better.

Expect to have more people on your domestic scene. Go out with friends who are positive and supportive. Wait and get all the information before consulting your boss. You will be able to pick up on future trends if you keep your eyes peeled for unique ideas.

PUBLIC NOTICES

PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE VODAFONE MOBILE

PHONE BASE STATION AT MORAYFIELD INCLUDING 5G

440348 Morayfield: 413 Oakey Flat Road, Morayfield QLD 4506 (RFNSA 4506013)

The proposed facility consists of the addition of new equipment and associated works, including 5G, as follows:

Installation of a new headframe

Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 2.7m long, on the new headframe

Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 0.8m long, on the new headframe

Installation of ancillary equipment including twelve (12) remote radio units, antenna mounts and cabling

Reconfiguration of the existing equipment on the facility and within the equipment shelter, including removal of redundant equipment and replacement of Remote Radio Units

1. Vodafone regards the proposed installations as Low-impact Facilities under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities)

Determination 2018 (“The Determination”), based on the description above.

2. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Should you require further information or wish to comment, please contact Shreya Rekhapalli at Indara, 02 9495 9000, community@indara.com or Level 1, 110 Pacific Highway, St Leonards NSW 2065 by Friday 21 June 2024. Further information may also be obtained from www.rfnsa.com.au/4506013.

Classifieds Sport

Woodford golf

More than 200 golfers took part in the annual Woodford Cup last weekend, with the following results:

Men’s overall winner: Richard Murdoch. Men’s A grade winner: Owen Hollis. Men’s B grade winner: Daniel Kimi. Men’s C grade winner: Neil Crane. Men’s gross winner: Chris Walk. Ladies winner: Alison Fisher. Ladies gross winner: Susanna Mila.

Across the men’s divisions there was every score from 141 to 168, as well as scores from 170 to 181.

Men’s winner Richard Murdoch had rounds of 73 and 68 while r/up Owen Hollis had 69 and 73.

The ladies division had scores ranging from 144 to 179. Ladies winner Alison Fisher had rounds of 71 and 73, while r/up Maggie McAllister had 68 and 78

Woodford bowls

Woodford Bowls Club had its A grade championship games recently.

Men’s club fours winners were J Schuilaz, W Kilmer, T Powell and M Hitchcock, while the pairs winners were J Schuilaz and L Schuilaz.

Singles winner was W Nydam.

Ladies fours winners were G Gaskell, S Carseldine, S Cox and A Odonahugh, while the pairs winners were P Holder and L Leenan.

Singles winner was P Holder.

Woodford was victorious against Kilcoy in the Woodrow Warman Shield; congratulations to all who participated.

PUBLIC NOTICES

KILCOY CANCER

SUPPORT GROUP

BREAST & THE REST

Meets third Tuesday (monthly) @ 10am

Kilcoy RSL Rooms (Kennedy St)

Contact: Sandra 0429 382 724 or John 0403 336 263

GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH

DELANEYS CREEK HALL

(Cnr Mt Mee and Bleakley Roads)

Every Sunday evening 6pm - 8pm.

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

Enquiries: 0432 579 250 or 0407 736 244

Lowood golf

Tuesday May 28: Single Stableford/Stroke. Men’s Stableford winner S Henshall 39 on a count back from r/up M Joyce.

BRD: S Webb, F Kingma, J Luxford 38; I Dobbie, S Mahoney 37; P Hallett 36. Ladies Stroke winner P Dwyer 73. BRD: S Kopelke 76; E Jensen 77. NTPs: 2 A Skinner, 5 B Lowe, 11 R Coolwell, 14 Peta Dwyer, 1/10 Div 1 S Henshall, Div 2 Peta Dwyer.

Thursday May 30: Single Stableford. Men’s winner R Peachey 42. Ladies winner R Englund 34 on a count back from r/up S Kopelke.

BRD: S Richardson 38; Pat Dwyer 37; M Joyce 36; P Muller, S Mahoney, L Videroni

Kilcoy bowls

Tuesday May 28: May trophy day sponsored by Sandra and Ron Sansom. Winner of the Spider was Renie Lauchlan. Touchers were won by many players. Winners were drawn out of the hat. Thank you to Ron and Sandra for a great, fun day.

Friday May 31: Rhonda Cochran and Trudi Pratt contested the Ladies A Singles final. After an up and down game, Trudi became the Ladies champion. Friday night: Wow! What a great night for our first trivia night. It was a sellout! Thank you to Michelle and Geoff Blogg and Kim Tredrea for organising the

34; P Lawrenson, Peta Dwyer 33.

NTPs: 2 D Gray, 5 G Hair, 11 J Burrett, 14 S Webb, 1/10 Div 1 S Mahoney, Div 2 L Videroni and R Peachey.

Secret Partners Multiplier: Winners R Englund and R Peachey 78.

Saturday June 1: Single Stroke Monthly Medal. Men’s Div 1 winner E Hoger 71, r/ up Paul Coles 73; Men’s Div 2 winner H Buckley 70 on a count back from r/up J Webb.

Best Gross: J Grace 74.

BRD: C Lodder 70; E Hoger 71; J Brady, J Grace 72; P Hallett, D Gray, B Wieland, G Webster 74; C Wieland 75 on a count back.

NTPs: 2 G Webster, 5 J Brady, 11 A Bolton, 14 G Webster

night. What a fun night, with a wonderful bunch of participants.

Well done to the winners. First place went to “Let’s Get Quizzical” team which won $180. We hope to see you all again next time.

Thank you to Kilcoy Butchery, Kilcoy Beauty and Brewista Sista’s Kitchen & Yard for the raffle prizes.

Saturday June 1: final round of the WarmanWoodrow Shield at Kilcoy. Woodford, buoyed by a healthy lead after the first round, came out all guns blazing to hold on and take the win, making it seven wins apiece since the competition started.

Congrats Woodford! The Woodford team

FOR SALE FOR SALE

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.

FOR SALE

Full annex, new roll out awning, many extras, excellent condition. Redarc 100amp hour battery system. Contact 0448 338 551 $23000 ono

COLLECTABLE CARS & TRUCKS

Diecast Collectable Cars beautifully made with all details $42.00 each. Burpengary PH 3203 1073

Caboolture darts

Twenty-four players took part in pot luck doubles at the Hayes Street venue on Monday night.

Seven 140 throws were scored, with Ky doing so three times. Winners were Davo/Chris H. Jenny won the ladies high score with throws of 85, 98 and 100. Cecil had a peg of 101 with a bull finish and won the best men’s peg.

The club’s annual meeting will be on Monday July 8. For information, ring Dale on 0459 344 493 or Ian on 0400 475 007.

Darts is played every Monday night, with visitors welcome.

comprised Lindsay Ross, Wazza and Shaun Casey. The Kilcoy team contained Dave Tonkin, Dave Handy and Sharon Walker.

Sunday June 2: two games of Championship Mixed Pairs were played. Sharon Walker and Noel Lanes defeated Pam Taylor and Bill Edwards. Trudi Pratt (substituting for Jenny Edwards) and Aleck McCloskey defeated Sue and Rod Goldsbrough.

Coming events: Wednesday June 12: Pub Day.

Social bowls is on every Tuesday - names by 8.45am for 9.15am start. Everyone is welcome - experience is not necessary and we can loan

MACHINERY

MASSEY FERGUSON - 2 disk plough with cutting disk, plus a spare new disk; Bonell Reversable Plough - large cutting discs. Napier Rippers - 3 tines ripperheavy duty; Massey Ferguson Scarifier - 11 tines - 7 inch double bar; Massey Ferguson - Hydraulics Stabiliser armTractor; Chain heavy duty, 5.20 mt long, 16ml thick; Howard Rotary Hoe - 70 AR Series, 2 large metal side wheels, heavy duty unit, as new; Tractor Air PumpAir PTO Driven; Vital Chain Block with bearings, never used, 1.5 tons, lifts 3 mts; Load Binder - 2 available. Make an offer. PH 0416 276 763.

Esk golf

A Turkey 9-hole comp was held last Friday. Brian Granville took home the chook, having won the comp with 47/29 while also winning the pin shot on 17.

Best Putts: G Ray 13.

Run-down: M Winchester 43/32, M Beetz 45/33, I MacIntyre 52/34, B Thorogood 45/36, P Cook 46/36, G Ray 48/37.

Last Saturday was Col and Sandra Pettet’s sponsored day. Winner was Heinz Knubel with 30.5 nett.

NTPs: Handicap 0-5.5 No 1 C Wheeler, No 5 3rd C Wheeler; Handicap 6+ No 2 3rd G Proctor, No 7 3rd D Richards, All in No 4 D Richards, No 8 2nd C Neilson. The golfers played the front nine holes twice, and then took the best score on each hole to get the best

Toogoolawah bowls

On Friday May 31, we held another of our series of trivia nights where participants can enjoy a meal courtesy of the Esk Food Van and a night of trivia competition. We had a full house, with everyone enjoying the evening immensely. Our next trivia night will be on June 28. Please organise your teams and advise Keith if you wish to attend.

On Saturday June 1, a group of rail trailers enjoyed a refreshing break at the club with a wonderful lunch and some refreshing drinks before starting their last leg of the day to Esk. On Sunday June 2, we had a game of triples. Victors were

9-hole score. The gap was very small among the top three placegetters. There were also three lucky card prizes with Macca, Peter Hedges and Proc the lucky winners. Many thanks to Col and Sandra for sponsoring.

Murray Winchester won last Sunday’s 9-hole chooky with 31 nett. Run-down: B Glanville, G Steele, J Humphrey 35; C Pettet, M Beetz 36; V Scott, S Wilson 39; K Toft 40; P Cook, D Back 41; I Ward 42. Putting competition: Murray Winchester 14 putts. NTPs: No 13 G Steele, No 17 2nd K Toft

There was a good turnout, with Murray winning the overall competition and the putting competition. The club would like to welcome Murray who is now a full member of the club.

After two redraws, Maida won the raffle. Our next club meeting will be at 9am on Sunday (June 9).

Please join us and help in the running of your club. It is a job for many, not just the few willing.

To ensure the attendance of players from other clubs at our venue, it is necessary for our members to attend away games at other clubs as well.

If you are available, please advise Keith McWhirter. Our annual general meeting (AGM) is coming up soon.

All positions will be declared vacant and open for you to nominate to be part of our committee.

Nomination forms are available at the club, so please think about doing your bit in the running of the club. We need you. See you on the green.

winning Woodford team at the Warman Woodrow day in Kilcoy

Maida, Colin and Tom.

Dave Tonkin was part of part Kilcoy’s winning team

Caboolture siblings make BMX world stage

St Columban’s College student places eighth at world championship

THE recent BMX Racing World Championships were memorable for Caboolturebased siblings Kyarnee and Fletcher Young, with Kyarnee gaining a top-eight placing.

A year 10 student at St Columban’s College, Kyarnee competed in the U15 girls division while her brother - a year 12 student at the same school - was in the 17-24 men’s division.

It was the first time either of them competed in a world championship, after they had previously performed well enough in Australian national titles to gain selection for the world championships in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Kyarnee often trained up to six times each week, while Fletcher usually trained about three times each week as he juggled his hobby with schoolwork.

Kyarnee was among 10 Australians in the U15 girls division, which featured 75 competitors from more than 20 countries including the United States, France, Columbia, Latvia and Spain.

The year 10 scholar said she encountered the most

challenging conditions she had ever competed in, as it was pouring rain when she raced.

Kyarnee nonetheless said it was a “once in a lifetime experience” while she was very happy to finish as high as eighth, and was grateful for the opportunity to compete.

Kyarnee said she was overwhelmed to achieve the goal she had worked hard for, and that it took a while for it to sink in.

Fletcher was among 11 Australians in the 17-24 men’s division, which contained 120 competitors from more than 20 countries.

While things didn’t quite go to plan as he placed 50th, Fletcher said he was happy with how he raced while watching his sister gave him insight into what he should expect.

Fletcher and Kyarnee said they had their sights set on the Queensland and Australian titles in September and October, while Kyarnee also sought to gain a place at next year’s world championships in Copenhagen.

Woodford golfer lands hole-in-one at Caboolture

◗ Liam Hauser

WOODFORD golfer Luke

Feeney secured a holein-one for the second time, as he competed in the recent Caboolture Open.

It was the first time he competed at the Caboolture course, after previously playing socially at the venue on four or five occasions.

Luke’s triumphant moment occurred on the eighth hole; a par three as the distance from the tee to the hole was about 140 metres while the slope went downhill.

After starting his golfing career at Woodford about 12 years ago, Luke landed a

hole-in-one on the 17th hole during a Single Stableford event at Woodford a couple of years later.

After he hadn’t seen the ball go into the hole on the first occasion, Luke said he and several other players saw it happen on the latter occasion which was consequently a more special moment.

Incidentally, Luke had an unhappy start to the 18-hole Stroke event, as he began on the fifth hole and hit the ball into the trees on this hole and the next one.

At this moment Luke thought it might be one of those days when nothing went right, but then he

birdied the seventh hole.

Using an 8 iron for the eighth hole, Luke later said he hit the ball “right out of the middle”.

As the ball landed just once before dropping into the hole, the realisation of Luke’s achievement instantly sunk in.

“We saw it bounce, then it disappeared,” he said.

“You’ve got that split second where you’re not sure if it’s in (the hole), or if it’s hiding behind the hole.

“The group started cheering, and it was a very good feeling.”

With his confidence suddenly sky-high, Luke went on to win the A grade

Yowies undefeated season comes to an end

◗ Liam Hauser

KILCOY’S unbeaten start to the Sunshine Coast Gympie Rugby League (SCGRL) C grade season came to an end, as the Noosa Pirates edged out the Yowies 20-18 at Briggs Park last Saturday.

The Yowies led 12-10 after

trailing 10-0, only for the Pirates to score another 10 unanswered points before the Yowies scored a late try.

Kilcoy coach Ricky Smith wasn’t too disappointed with the result, saying the Yowies were still comfortably placed. The Pirates meanwhile moved to 22 competition

points, behind Kilcoy on 24, Mary Valley on 26 and Caloundra on 28 after eight rounds.

Smith said Noosa was a “younger and faster side” while the Yowies were caught out in places, particularly with a couple of Kilcoy’s backs not being in their usual positions.

“We knew they were going to be tough and fast,” Smith said of the Pirates.

“I think we didn’t compensate on that, as such.”

Smith said the Yowies had a few things to work on such as their attack and “coming up in a line”.

Smith said the Yowies

THE Stanley River Wolves fell to equal-last on the Sunshine Coast Gympie Rugby League (SCGRL) A grade points table after sliding to another defeat last Saturday night.

The Wolves were competitive against the equal-third Caloundra Sharks, before the visiting side prevailed 28-18 at the Woodford Showgrounds.

Stanley River led 6-0 following a converted try to Ben King, before Caloundra jumped to a 12-6 lead.

were gradually putting into practice what was discussed at training, including aspects such as getting up to play the ball a bit faster.

Kilcoy’s coach also said he had changed his attitude and approach, having started asking the players what they wanted to work on individually and as a team.

The hosts levelled at 12-all following another converted try to King, before the visitors scored another 12 unanswered points as Ben Marshall notched backto-back tries.

A converted try to James Cochran kept the Wolves in the game, before the Sharks scored the final try.

Stanley River’s reserve graders sank to outright last as the Gympie Devils recorded a 44-4 win.

Wolves can’t outswim Sharks Colts trample over Snakes

THE Caboolture Snakes fell to a 32-10 defeat against the Coolum Colts following a disrupted lead-up to last

A number of Caboolture reasons, including Harrison McIndoe for Hostplus Cup

Isaac Stowers made his A grade debut, and Kaleb Carson answered an SOS,

discipline cost Caboolture dearly in the wet conditions,

game, while the scoreline

“We had plenty of scoring

nd the sank to the bottom of the

Caboolture’s U19s beat

Caboolture’s reserve graders lost 20-10 to Bribie Island.

◗ Liam Hauser

Kyarnee Young placed eighth in the U15 girls division at the BMX Racing World Championships in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Kyarnee and Fletcher Young took part in the recent BMX Racing World Championships.

Luke Feeney is all smiles after landing a hole-in-one.

Sharks eat Rattlers for supper

THE Brisbane Valley Rattlers found themselves seventh on the 11-team ladder after tumbling to a 53-point defeat in last Friday night’s Queensland Football Association (QFA) Div 4 South contest at Totally Workwear Park.

Sport Horses, cattle & comps

With both teams coming off a bye, the fourth-placed Redland-Victoria Point Sharks were too good on home soil as they kicked 10.10.70 to Brisbane Valley’s 2.5.17.

John Fothergill and Joshua Spicer landed a goal each, while the top goalkickers for the victors were Brendan Bagley and Brody Sungalis with three each.

Spicer, Kurt Johns, Matthew Wood and Dane Bird-Smith were among Brisbane Valley’s best performers, while it wasn’t the first time Sungalis shone against the Rattlers.

Consecutive losses for Snakes

THE Caboolture Snakes rugby league women sustained back-to-back defeats for the first time this year as they succumbed 26-20 to the Kawana Dolphins at Ronnie Cargill Oval last Saturday.

It was a much improved display from the previous week’s 44-16 loss to Maroochydore, with the Snakes welcoming back key players.

Caboolture led 14-4 at half-time before falling behind 22-14. The Snakes trailed 22-20 with 10 minutes remaining before the Dolphins sealed their win with a late try.

The result could have been different if Caboolture wasn’t disallowed two tries.

Snakes secretary Tim Wood said the Dolphins were the form side and ladder leaders, while he felt the Snakes “could have and should have won” last Saturday.

“Ball handling and turnovers at key times cost us, particularly in the second half,” he said.

According to Wood, the second half was a combination of the Snakes losing their way and the Dolphins gaining control.

“After the Snakes dominated the first half, Kawana regrouped and came out hard in the second half,” he said.

Maroochydore caught up to Caboolture on 28 competition points, behind Kawana’s 36.

Kilcoy campdraft success

◗ Liam Hauser

COMPETITORS travelled from as far as Roma and Wallumbilla as there were 941 nominations for the Kilcoy campdraft, staged at the Kilcoy Showgrounds from May 24 to 26.

Many of the competitors were regulars while there were also some newcomers, and conditions were ideal for campdrafting as the rain held off while it was not too cold.

Competitors flocked from across southeast Queensland, including Kilcoy, Toogoolawah, Stanmore, Ironbark, Dayboro, Wallumbilla, Goomeri and Beaudesert.

Committee member Tiara Hurley said the campdraft was successful with all cattle being handled in a quiet and safe way, while the competitors had a great time.

“The Kilcoy Kids Korner using inflatable horses for

the kids under five years was a standout hit,” she said.

“The addition of the Bendigo Bank Ladies draft held under lights on Friday night was also a hit this year.”

Tiara said the committee would like to thank the volunteers, sponsors and cattle donors for making the event possible.

Winners were:

Maiden: Mark SherlockPeptos Rambling Catt; Ladies: Jamie-Lee Barron - Cactus; Encouragement: Travis Hungerford - Captains Primrose; Restricted open: Kimberley SammonBanshee Coneye; Mini: Ryan Draper - Bank Spinner; Juvenile: Kiana GauldEyeza Cool Cat; Junior: Matilda Anderson - Ellie; Novice: Jackson BallFlorin Feral.

Kilcoy Cup attracts massive crowds on Sunday

◗ Liam Hauser

A MASSIVE crowd flocked to the Kilcoy Race Club last Sunday, as the annual Kilcoy Cup featured seven exciting gallop races and three mini trots.

A mere 0.1 of a length separated the winner and runner-up in the first gallop race, and 0.2 of a length was the margin in the final race.

Race six was the feature raceLadbrokes Kilcoy Cup - with the second

favourite winning by half a length while the third placegetter was 0.2

of a length behind the runner-up. The winning horse was

Fighting Idol, ridden by top provincial jockey Justin Stanley while trainer Neil Hocking had been a long-time supporter of Kilcoy country racing.

There were six victorious trainer/ jockey combinations in the gallop races, with trainers Corey and Kylie Geran winning two races while Landan Sykes was the jockey on both occasions.

One of their successes was in race two, and the other

was in race five.

Races two, three and four were won by the favourite, while the winner of race five had the longest odds out of the victors.

The third and fourth races were supporting feature races, with the Keith Beavis & Carl Bartels Memorial Best Mates Cup followed by the Searles Garden Products Princess of Kilcoy. The Best Mates Cup celebrated the 49th year that the Beavis and Bartels families had sponsored the race day in Kilcoy. The track rating was a Soft 7 throughout the day.

Another loss for Lions women Pumas dominate Lions

◗ Liam Hauser

THE top-placed Sandgate Hawks were too good for the Moreton Bay Lions in last Saturday’s Queensland Football Association Women’s (QFAW) Div 1 clash. Moreton Bay slipped to equal-third as Sandgate prevailed 6.11.47 to 3.3.21, leaving Lions coach Shane Dawes with back-to-back defeats for the first time in his three years at Moreton Bay.

“No coach likes to lose two in a row,” he said.

Moreton Bay trailed by 27 points at half-time after scoring a sole behind, and then trailed 5.8.38 to 1.2.8 before outscoring Sandgate in the final term.

Dawes said his team’s first quarter was poor regarding handling pressure and listening to coaching instructions, while Sandgate gave Moreton Bay a football lesson.

“Moreton Bay found some

resilience and belief in the last term, as they became the hunters and lifted their intensity and level of physical pressure to a level that had the Hawks on the back foot,” he said.

Dawes said the final quarter showed that the Lions could match anyone when applying themselves physically.

Moreton Bay’s women reserve graders, meanwhile, beat the Hawks 2.5.17 to 1.1.7.

◗ Liam Hauser

THE Moreton Bay Lions competed strongly against the Springwood Pumas in last Saturday’s senior men’s AFL outing, but still slid to another hefty defeat.

One week after securing their maiden victory in the Queensland Football Association (QFA) Div 1 senior men’s competition, the Lions went down 21.15.141 to 10.11.71, their seventh loss of the year.

Lions coach David ‘Penguin’ Harding said his team was “super competitive for three quarters”, but the “big bodies” and experienced Pumas “took over in the end”.

“Personally, I was very happy with the group as we are finally starting to hit key KPI’s that will eventually see us win games,” he said.

In reserve grade, the Pumas won 9.10.64 to 5.4.34.

Chanelle Ferling was the highest cutout winner in the novice draft.

Justin Stanley-ridden Fighting Idol wins the feature race by half a length at Kilcoy. Photo credit: Darren Winningham.

Morayfield dancers shine Sport

Performers rack up prizes at state championships

◗ Liam Hauser

COMPETITORS from the Morayfield-based FootworksDance school achieved an impressive tally of high placings in the recent Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD) Queensland State Championships, held at Birkdale South State School. Eleven of the 15 competing students from FootworksDance gained at least one placing, as they were among more than 150 ATOD competitors. Featuring dancers from as at intermediate level, while Charlotte Celere gained a first and a highly commended placing at sub

Verity Lightfoot gained a fourth and a highly commended placing at junior level, while Sienna Bennett gained two highly commended placings in the sub juniors.

Kyla Cook (second in junior hip hop), Esther Jimmy (third in junior hip hop), Shyla Bakic (third in intermediate hip hop), Charlee Howe (third in senior jazz), Taylor Osborne (fourth in senior jazz), Maddy D’rozario (fourth in senior tap) and Chelsea McCallum (commended in mini ballet) gained one placing each.

FootworksDance director Liz Barritt said she was “blown away” by the results of the FootworksDance

students, while those who missed a placing were mostly in their fi

“The students have been rehearsing these dances all year and going to other local competitions in preparation for this event,” she said.

“This is a long preparation with having to achieve the top exam results before being able to be off opportunity.

“The students would be practising at home plus also rehearsing with their teacher once a week in a solo class lesson.”

Nine of the FootworksDance students

Charlotte Celere gained a first and a highly commended placing at sub junior level

Taylor Osborne and Charlee Howe gained top-four placings in senior jazz

Shyla Bakic and Arahbella Ruddell competed at intermediate level

Maddy D’rozario, Arahbella Ruddell and Charlee Howe.

Sienna Bennett and Charlotte Celere competed at sub junior level