The Sentinel 5 March 2025

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SOCIAL welfare groups are calling for more clarity about interim housing options for homeless following Moreton Bay Council’s announcement last week, which has made it illegal for all people to camp on public land as of March 12.

Micah Projects CEO, Karyn Walsh, told The Sentinel, there needs to be more

getting housing for PEH, as many decline government support for a number of reasons.

“Not everybody can just go into a house on their own,” she said.

“There are significant numbers of people who actually need support to make it work for them and security.

“Sometimes people may

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have had a bad experience with public housing and services, sometimes they are very traumatised because of other things that have happened to them, and they don’t often make decisions on the spot about moving.

She believes Moreton Bay Council’s approach needs to be more solution-driven, rather than punitive, adding it is likely this change will push PEH into neighbouring

areas.

“I don’t think there is a community where people aren’t struggling,” she said.

“People do move, especially if they fear they are going to be fined or in trouble. It’s a very transient lifestyle for some people, while some are just waiting.

Somerset and Sunshine Coast councils also shared their homeless policies.

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OPPOSITION Leader

Steven Miles visited the Kilcoy Hospital last Thursday, February 27, asking the State Government to reinstate the Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme (WAIS), aimed at attracting more doctors to rural and regional Queensland.

This comes after The Sentinel reported the Kilcoy Hospital no longer had on-site doctors available

after-hours or on weekends due to doctor shortages.

WAIS was introduced by the former State Government in August 2024, but is no longer being offered as of February 1, 2025 and offered to pay interstate and international health workers who took up a role in rural Queensland $70,000.

“When we launched the WAIS we had more applicants than the scheme could support,” Mr Miles said.

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Supermarket shelves emptied as households prep for Category 2 storm

SUPERMARKET shelves were being stripped bare, gas bottles sold out and sandbagging stations forced to replenish as households prepared for a rare tropical cyclone to hit the south east later this week.

Adding to fears about the potential impact of Cyclone Alfred were warnings from authorities that households could be without power for days in a worst-case scenario.

“We are putting all the preparations in place and we are asking all Queenslanders to do the same,” Premier David Crisafulli told ABC radio on Tuesday.

“We are dealing with a very heavily populated part of the state … that hasn’t seen a cyclone for many years, in fact many decades.”

Bribie Island, Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast were expected to feel the first brunt of

Alfred, although there was uncertainty if that would be Thursday evening or Friday morning.

“Alfred’s intensity may fluctuate between category 1 and 2 over the next few days, but it is forecast to cross the southeast Queensland coast at category 2 strength late on Thursday or early Friday morning,” a Bureau of Meteorology update on Tuesday morning stated.

BOM modelling as of Tuesday morning showed it would hit the Moreton region as a category 2 north of Brisbane.

“Damaging to destructive winds are expected to accompany the system on landfall, with peak gusts of 140-150km/h expected near the centre of the system on landfall, and widespread gusts of 80-120km/h expected to expand a considerable distance from

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RESIDENTS in low-lying Moreton Bay areas are being encouraged to relocate as soon as possible, with Cyclone Alfred forecast to make a direct hit on the

the centre of the system.”

While panic-buying had stripped supermarket shelves earlier this week, retailers had the capacity to restock and people were being asked not to panic.

“My message to supermarkets is, to do all you can to re-stock,” Mr Crisafulli said.

flooding, including up to 390mm of rain over three days, and potential power outages that could last days. Mayor, Peter Flannery, urged residents to prepare now, saying residents needed “to take the very

winds are different from what many people may have experienced,” he said on Tuesday.

“If winds get above 80kmh, it will become unsafe to move, and we will not be able to assist residents. So, I encourage people to make an emergency plan now.

“We encourage people to consider staying with family and friends if living in low lying or exposed areas, prone to flooding.”

Bribie Island began suffering damage over the weekend, with breakthroughs in the northern tip and Bribie Island South.

Sandbag sites were struggling under

Tips to prepare for cyclone

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roof. City of Moreton Bay green waste stations are free and open for people to prepare their property ahead of severe weather.

• Fill the bath and kitchen containers with clean

drinking water.

• Check your family, friends, and neighbours know what to do.

• Additional tips to protect your home can be found here: What to do When a Cyclone, Severe Thunderstorm or Flood is on the Way What to pack in your emergency kit:

• A week’s supply of any medications your household needs, as well as general first aid items.

• Battery-powered torches and spare batteries instead of candles.

• Fully charged power banks or a portable battery for your mobile phone. Don’t forget to pack a charging cord as well.

• Food that will not go bad if left unrefrigerated, such as canned and packaged food.

• Stored drinking water.

• A battery powered radio to get weather updates in case of a power outage.

• A spare set of clothes, shoes and towels. Additional information on what to include in your emergency kit can be found here: https://cutt.ly/7rtGjxyc

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unprecedented demand with 1000 tonnes and 60,000 bags taken on Monday alone.

Sites are being replenished regularly and available at Beachmere (Rogers Street Sports Grounds), Bongaree (Bribie Island SES), Caboolture (Caboolture Council Depot Car Park), Elimbah (Coronation Drive - Opposite the church in the median strip), and Woodford (Woodford Depot, and Woodford Memorial Hall in the rear car park).

Green waste stations are also free and open with houesholds urged to clear gutters and debris. Evacuation centres will open as required, with Moreton Bay Council informing residents.

Trees on major roads, including the Bruce Highway and D’Aguilar Highway, should be reported to the Department of Transport and Main Roads on 13 19 40.

Energex advised anyone encountering fallen powerlines to stay well clear and call 13 19 62 immediately. Residents should also subscribe to power outage alerts via Energex.com.au.

Both the BOM and Higgins Storm Chasing predicted a westward shift by Tuesday, bringing the system towards the southern Queensland coast. Projections indicated Alfred would regain Category 2 strength before making landfall late Thursday or early Friday, with potential impact zones stretching from southeast

Queensland to northern New South Wales.

Damaging winds between 60 and 90km/h were expected along the coast, with gusts of up to 110km/h, increasing to 120-140km/h near the cyclone’s centre.

Three-day rainfall totals were likely to exceed 390mm in Morayfield from Thursday to Saturday.

The closest a cyclone has come to Brisbane was in 1990 with Cyclone Nancy came close. Tropical Cyclone Wanda crossed in the Wide Bay region in 1974. For storm and fl assistance, the SES can be reached on

13 25 00, while power outages should be reported to Energex at 13 62 62. Moreton Bay residents should monitor https://

disaster.moretonbay. qld.gov.au/ for updated information, including road closures, sandbag centres, and evacuation centres.

Federal disaster fund open

THE third round of the Federal Government’s flagship $1 billion Disaster Ready Fund (DRF) is now open and seeking applications for projects to reduce risk and build resilience in communities to keep local residents safe.

DRF Round Three will invest $200 million in projects that support Australian communities to manage the physical, economic and social impacts of future floods, cyclones, bushfires, storm surges and other natural hazards.

Works that deliver enduring benefits for communities are a particular focus this year, with $138 million earmarked for infrastructure projects.

Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann said the DRF was a great opportunity for communities that want to be better prepared and would help them undertake critical projects they may not be able to fund on their own.

“We know our climate is changing, and we can expect more intense and frequent natural disasters,” he said.

“From Ipswich to Esk, from Karana Downs to Kilcoy, we’re working with all levels of governments and other organisations to ensure communities are better prepared for future disasters.

Clockwise from far left: Storm surge breaks through Bribie Island; empty Woolies shelves; Member for Pumicestone Ariana Doolan helps fill sandbags; Alfred expected to make landfall by early Friday; the size of the approaching storm (BOM); and a boat washed up at Bribie (Facebook).

State offi cers attend Cruice

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THE Department of Housing and Public Works (DoHPW), joined by state-funded specialist homelessness service Encircle, visited Cruice Park on February 26, following The Sentinel’s enquiries into the DoHPW relations with residents of the park, located near Woodford.

The department’s Critical Response Team (CRT) and Encircle observed nine people sleeping rough, with two of these engaging with the CRT, while the other seven people declined assistance.

This comes after The Sentinel revealed insights provided by long-term residents of the park last week, with several mentioning the lack of engagement and consultation they have received from government, especially Moreton Bay Council.

However, despite Council cleaning the amenities and maintaining the bins, Cruice Park is actually state-owned by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and is operated as a rest area with a maximum stay of 22 hours. Council does not have jurisdiction over the park.

A spokesperson from the DoHPW noted that, while the department cannot comment on individual

cases, “there have been instances of people who either decline an offer of accommodation or choose not to engage when approached by the CRT”.

“This financial year, the department has provided $11.9 million for seven organisations delivering specialist homelessness services (SHS) in the Moreton Bay region, supporting the complex needs of people in housing crisis,” they said.

“In addition to this, the department has a CRT who is on-the-ground across the Moreton Bay region visiting areas where people are known to be sleeping rough, including Cruice Park.”

Anyone in the Moreton Bay Region who requires housing assistance can contact state-funded SHS, including Encircle, 24/7 on (07) 3465 3276, The Salvation Army on (07) 3832 1491, or the Homeless Hotline on 1800 474 753. Or contact their local Housing Service Centre by calling 13 QGOV or visiting www.qld.gov.au/housing/ public-community-housing/ housing-service-centre.

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Call for more interim housing solutions

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SOCIAL welfare groups are calling for more clarity about interim housing options for homeless following Moreton Bay Council’s announcement last week, which has made it illegal for all people to camp on public land as of March 12.

Micah Projects CEO, Karyn Walsh, told The Sentinel, there needs to be more specialised support around getting housing for PEH, as many decline government support for a number of reasons.

“Not everybody can just go into a house on their own,” she said.

“There are signifi numbers of people who actually need support to make it work for them and security.

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and clinical care, others have disabilities or addictions and they need support to work through it.”

Ms Walsh emphasised the need for more interim housing options, where

while some are just waiting.

“We need bi-partisan support, without chopping and changing programs that have started, because every time that happens, it causes further delays.”

“Sometimes people may have had a bad experience with public housing and services, sometimes they are very traumatised because of other things that have happened to them, and they don’t often make decisions on the spot about moving.

“Other people have significant mental illness, who are not accessing appropriate mental health

it is likely this change will push PEH into neighbouring areas.

“I don’t think there is a community where people aren’t struggling,” she said.

“People do move, especially if they fear they are going to be fined or in trouble. It’s a very transient lifestyle for some people,

Somerset and Sunshine Coast councils have shared how they manage people experiencing homelessness

While camping on public land has been made illegal, Moreton Bay Council has assured this does not “criminalise” homeless, with Council not issuing

According to Moreton Scott Waters, this will make Moreton Bay’s Camping on Public Land regulations align with neighbouring South East

A spokesperson for Sunshine Coast Council, however, said “enforcement action is always a last resort” for them, with Sunshine Coast Council’s process for managing persons experiencing homelessness in public spaces focusing on engagement and connection.

“We have held numerous

meetings with those living with homelessness to understand how we can work together in responding to this issue,” the spokesperson said.

“Officers take the following approach across our region: Work closely with State government services to link people with options for housing and support, and assist to escalate support for people at high risk (such as children and people leaving domestic violence situations); Provide information and directions to persons who are camping illegally.”

Where the issue relates to anti-social or unlawful behaviour, such as drug use or theft, Sunshine Coast residents contact the Queensland Police Service (QPS) “as these matters fall under their jurisdiction”.

Sunshine Coast Council has funded a Public Space

Illegal camp left behind at Twin Bridges Reserve. Photo: Facebook/ Twin Birdges Reserve.

Liaison Officer position to support PEH in public spaces, and are providing identified community organisations, which deliver affordable housing on the Sunshine Coast, with a 100 per cent rebate on standard Council infrastructure charges, until 2028.

This rebate supports Council’s Housing and Homelessness Action Plan 2023 and will support more housing, including separate housing, boarding and emergency facilities, to be delivered for those who needed it most.

“Homelessness is a situation that is difficult to quickly rectify and all tiers of government (local, state and federal), as well as the private sector (including relevant industry associations and peak bodies) and the community housing sector need to work together to effectively

address the current situation,” the spokesperson said.

“Flooding and natural disasters are not uncommon for Somerset, and when Twin Bridges flooded in December 2024 we saw how unsafe the reserve could be for people sleeping in tents and out of their cars.

“Our parks and reserves are not designed to accommodate people sleeping

experiencing homelessness (PEH).

The PEHCF allowed for people experiencing homelessness to camp on public land for indefinite periods if they complied with various responsibilities.

the objectives of our local law.”

Since February 27, Council Officers have been engaging, in person, with PEH currently staying on public land about the changes. People will continue to be connected with the Department of Housing and support services during this period and after 12 March.

land to community housing providers, committing $3.7 million to the new Peninsula Support Hub and supporting the Redcliffe Sleepbus. Enough social housing?

Somerset Mayor, Jason Wendt, said Somerset Council has issued and will continue issuing fines for individuals camping on public land who refuse assistance and continue to camp illegally, as “there are better alternatives available for PEH than camping on council land”.

“Council is actively collaborating with the QPS and the Department of Housing’s Critical Response Team to assist people who are illegally camping on public land with finding accommodation,” Cr Wendt said.

“People who have engaged positively with council and the departments have been successful in finding more appropriate accommodation.

rough, and when disaster strikes the last thing we want is people getting hurt when it could have been easily avoided.”

Cr Wendt added they are monitoring City of Moreton Bay’s regulations and responses to illegal camping, but cannot predict how a neighbouring council’s actions will affect their community.

Reason behind Moreton’s decision

Moreton Bay Council took the step of making it illegal for all people to camp on public land by repealing its Persons Experiencing Homelessness Camping Framework (PEHCF), a discretionary document intended to guide the management of camping on public land by people

These responsibilities included not impeding reasonable access by other community members and Council officers undertaking their duties, maintaining engagement with Department of Housing and be working towards a housing outcome, not conducting illegal behaviour, and keeping the area clean, safe and tidy.

Council estimates at least 130 PEH will be affected by this, with the actual number likely being much higher, as 137 are registered with the State’s Department of Housing with a known location, while others are not registered.

According to Council CEO, Scott Waters, this decision was due to concerns about the decline of public space access, amenity and safety, claiming the PEHCF was inhibiting Council’s ability to regulate local laws.

“Some PEH are reported to be choosing to camp in public spaces over the acceptance of crisis accommodation and other reasonable offers of assistance. This was never the intent of the Framework,” he said.

“Council’s policies and practices regularly evolve, and this update will support Council in striking a reasonable balance between providing support to vulnerable members of our community and achieving

After March 12, Council’s local law will regulate all forms of camping on public land. Indefinite camping will not be permitted, and illegal campers will receive a compliance notice to move.

“City of Moreton Bay is aware of how complex an issue homelessness is, and we acknowledge that this change will not be welcomed by everyone,” Mr Waters said.

“The health and safety of PEH is core to this change, and repealing the Framework will enable these individuals to get the critical support they need.”

Some initiatives Moreton Bay Council has taken to tackle the issue of homelessness includes waiving development fees and infrastructure charges in fifteen suburbs

According to a spokesperson for the Department of Housing and Public Works, since July 1, 2023, as at January 31, 2025, 176 social and affordable homes have been delivered in the Moreton Bay area, with an additional 643 social and affordable homes in construction and 47 affordable homes under contract to be delivered.

“This financial year, the department has provided $11.9 million for seven organisations delivering specialist homelessness services (SHS) in the Moreton Bay region, supporting the complex needs of people in housing crisis,” the spokesperson said. Anyone in the Moreton Bay Region who requires housing assistance can contact the state-funded Specialist Homelessness Services, including Encircle 24/7 on (07) 3465 3276 or The Salvation Army on (07) 3832 1491. Or contact

people sleeping

Homeless sites closed down at Gayundah Arboretum Park.

Homeless site closed down at Gayundah Arboretum Park.

Million dollar bridges rise

Estimated $20M invested in two crucial Somerset bridges

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A CRITICAL connection bridge in Villeneuve is due for an estimated $15 million upgrade, as Somerset Council voted to move ahead with construction of a new two-lane Lester Kropp Bridge (LKB) at Council’s ordinary meeting on February 26. LKB in Villeneuve is a critical connection between Villeneuve and Mount Archer on Neurum Road.

Council expects the new two-lane bridge will significantly improve safety, reliability and economic record.

While the cost of upgrading is significant, Somerset Regional Council CEO Andrew Johnson said the bridge was sorely needed for the Somerset community.

“There have been multiple injury crashes on Neurum Road at LKB with a frequency of one every two or three years,” Mr Johnson said.

“There is an estimated average annual safety benefit of $250,000 in having a two lane versus a one lane bridge on Neurum Road.”

Mr Johnson said the new two-lane bridge would also provide productivity efficiencies of about $95,000 compared to the degrading existing structure, which will require load limiting.

Council sought funding for the design and replacement of the bridge over the Stanley River with an 8.9m two-lane structure and signed a $5 million Australian Government

funding agreement through the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program (HVSPP) on 6 January 2023.

Mr Johnson said the funding agreement originally anticipated a project cost over $7 million.

“However, after the design process, tender submissions received in January 2025 indicated a cost over $12 million,” Mr Johnson said.

“This increase in costs over the past two years, while unexpected, is consistent with construction increases council and other governments have incurred with projects.

“It’s plausible the final cost, considering project variability due to geotechnical issues and project management, could exceed $12 million.”

Per the HVSPP funding conditions, the project must be constructed by November 2025 and fully acquitted by 23 January 2026.

“Time frames for this

project are critical, and we need to get this project underway as soon as possible, and so council has decided to fund the remainder of the works as part of our next budget review,” Mr Johnson said.

“If LKB isn’t replaced now, there is no guarantee any funding will be available to replace the bridge in the future.”

This comes only a day after an upgraded Scrub Creek Bridge (SCB) officially opened in Somerset on February 25, following six months of works in 2024 and a $5.1 million, jointly-funded investment from the federal and state governments, along with nearly $200,000 from Somerset Council.

The new SCB will be more resilient during future flooding events, improving road access for Scrub Creek residents in times of need, who, in the past, were cut off for an extended period during heavy rainfall.

Raising the bridge by 0.8m above the original causeway has also reduced the time and resources needed to restore access after severe weather, offering long-term benefits for the region.

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the former concrete causeway and culvert crossing were easily submerged with heavy rainfall, preventing access to the community.

“Before now, only 50mm of rain in the Brisbane River upper catchment would cause access issues for Scrub Creek residents,” he said.

“Just three months after construction, it stood strong during the heavy December rains, keeping our roads open and our residents connected.

“This is a huge relief for a community that has faced isolation during past rain events.”

Federal Member for Blair, Shayne Neumann, said he was pleased to help open the new bridge, which was jointly funded under the Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).

“We’ve seen time and again local communities in the Somerset Region hit hard by natural disasters and it’s great news that this new flood-resilient infrastructure is now open,” he said.

“It’s important local transport networks are built back better and as

quickly as possible to keep communities connected.

“We are continuing to work with the Queensland Government and Somerset Regional Council to make sure local roads and bridges are repaired and made accessible again.”

State Minister for Local Government and Water and Minister for Disaster Recovery, Ann Leahy, said keeping communities connected is a fundamental focus of flood resilience work.

“With every flood disaster in Queensland we see how quickly our communities can be affected by isolation,” she said.

“Building flood resilience into vital infrastructure like bridges and roads is a valuable investment in keeping communities safe, connected, and supplied.

“Reconstructing Scrub Creek Bridge to a more flood resilient standard will give Somerset residents confidence they won’t face the past impacts of isolation during future flood events.”

Vote for Pumicestone’s best local businesses

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NOMINATIONS and voting are now open for the Pumicestone Business Excellence Awards, celebrating the incredible dedication, innovation, and resilience of local businesses.

Building on a longstanding tradition, Member for Pumicestone, Ariana Doolan, has introduced new award categories, ensuring businesses of all sizes and industries have the chance to be recognised for their hard work and success.

While the format has evolved, the focus remains

the same—championing the local businesses that make Pumicestone thrive.

“These awards are about more than just recognition— they’re about celebrating the businesses that go above and beyond for our community,” Ms Doolan said.

“From cafes to construction, retail to tourism, and young entrepreneurs to community champions, there’s a category for every business making a difference in Pumicestone.”

The community is encouraged to nominate their

favourite businesses and vote for the ones they believe deserve to win. Nominations and voting are open until April 3, with finalists being announced April 16. Award categories include: Pumicestone’s Business of the Year, Customer Service Excellence, Young Entrepreneur Award, and Creative Industries Award. To view a full list of categories and to nominate and vote visit https:// tadigital.co/ARIANA25/ pumicestone-businessexcellence-awards/

Main- Scrub Creek residents celebrated the opening of the new bridge. Above - Shayne Neumann MP, Mayor Jason Wendt, Ann Leahy MP, and Deb Frecklington MP cutting the opening ribbon.

Councillors at Lester Kropp Bridge.

Somerset Gala looking for sponsors

SOMERSET Regional Council is now accepting sponsorship expressions of interest for the 2025 Mayoral Gala Charity Ball.

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the biennial Mayoral Gala Charity Ball raised money to assist Somerset residents.

“The funds we have raised over the years have supported community groups which in turn support people facing homelessness, abuse, mental illness, food insecurity and disability,” Cr Wendt said.

“Through this event people can make a huge difference in our community, while enjoying a great night out.”

The new sponsorship model includes platinum, gold and silver sponsor options, with the opportunity for platinum sponsors to attend a cocktail party prior to the official ball alongside the Mayor, Councillors and VIPs.

The ball will be held at the Somerset Civic Centre in Esk on Saturday, 13 September 2025 with the theme ‘Masquerade’, creating an air of mystery and sophistication for Cr Wendt’s first ball as Mayor.

For more information and to submit an EOI, contact council on 5424 4000 or mail@somerset.qld.gov.au

Kilcoy’s doctor drought

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Miles MP calls

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OPPOSITION Leader

Steven Miles visited the Kilcoy Hospital last Thursday, February 27, asking the State Government to reinstate the Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme (WAIS), aimed at attracting more doctors to rural and regional Queensland.

This comes after The Sentinel reported the Kilcoy Hospital no longer had on-site doctors available after-hours or on weekends due to doctor shortages, with patients being forced to travel out of town for in-person emergency department care.

Telehealth doctors and on-site nurses are treating patients, where possible, with Somerset Councillor Michael Bishop saying “nurses are being asked to operate outside of their scope of practice”.

WAIS was introduced by the former State Government in August 2024, but is no longer being offered as of February 1, 2025.

The WAIS paid interstate and international health workers who took up a role in Queensland Health $20,000, with a payment of $70,000 is being available for health workers who take up a role with Queensland Health in a rural or remote location.

for reinstatement

Mr Miles said the WAIS was very successful in attracting medical staff to regional places, with the closure meaning there “isn’t an extra incentive to get doctors” to rural areas.

“If you got a sign up that says it’s an emergency department, people have an expectation that there will be a doctor there 24/7, not on the end a screen,” he said.

“When we launched the WAIS we had more applicants than the scheme could support, so there were lots of people willing to do it.”

The scheme, which had a retention rate of 95 per cent, brought more than 240 doctors and more than 800 nurses to hospitals across the Queensland.

The idea for WAIS came after the former government collaborated with rural doctors from the Australian Medical Association Queensland (AMAQ), who provided insights into the right mechanisms needed to make the scheme effective.

AMAQ President, Dr Nick Yim, is echoing Mr Mile’s plea, urging the State Government to reinstate the WAIS, along with the recommendations of their Surgical Wait List Roundtable Action Plan to get the doctors needed in rural and regional towns.

“Queensland is in the middle of a health workforce

crisis and this is chronic in our regional and rural hospitals,”

Dr Yim said.

“The State Government’s decision to scrap it is disappointing, especially considering their promise to bolster the state’s medical workforce.

of scheme to attract rural doctors

“Our workforce shortage extends worldwide, demanding a competitive recruitment strategy that can train, recruit and retain doctors in our state.

“We recognise that restoring full services won’t happen overnight, but we urge the government to act now to begin implementing long-term, needs-based recruitment strategies.”

Kilcoy doctor of over 40 years and a founding Fellow of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), Dr Tom Doolan, said there are three main obstacles in acquiring medical staff for rural communities: 1. lack of proper training for all doctors to know how to work in rural clinics and hospitals; 2. lack of adequate remuneration to encourage doctors to make the move;

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3. lack of appropriate service models, which need to be a collaboration between the public and private sector.

“They keep saying there are not enough doctors to come out here, but we had two positions open in our practice and we had 23 applications for those two positions,” he said.

“The interest is there, but what we are dealing with is a failed and very dangerous service model.”

Dr Doolan emphasised the goal is to move on from this crisis, by finding a constructive and collaborative solution to achieve an appropriate service model.

“The WAIS is certainly worth considering and having in the mix as we try to move forward on this,” he said.

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Former Kilcoy nurse, Denise Modistach, experienced the effects of not having an on-site doctors in the ED firsthand, when her grandson put his hand through a window.

Ms Modistach took him to the ED only to be told there were no doctors to look at it. She then took her grandson to Dr Doolan’s practice, where he got an initial patch up to stop the bleeding, before having to drive to Redcliffe Hospital to get operated on, which is over an hour away.

“That’s not good enough. This is dangerous and could easily be the cause of a loss of life,” she said.

Minister for Health and Aged Care, Mark Butler, did not respond to The Sentinel’s questions about the WAIS.

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Denise Modistach with Steven Miles MP at the Kilcoy Hospital.

$20M for Highway

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THE Brisbane Valley Highway (BVH) is getting an additional $20 million put towards its Safety Upgrades project, with the Federal Government including this new funding in the upcoming 2025/26 budget, set to be announced on March 25. Works will include

dedicated turning lanes at intersections to reduce the risk of rear-end crashes.

These works will build on previous state-funded safety improvements, including resealing, shoulder widening and other safety treatments on the section from the Warrego Highway to Fernvale, upgrades to pedestrian facilities, and pavement strengthening and rehabilitation.

The new funding is on top of the joint funding commitment of $40.5 million between the Australian

Government, Queensland Government and Somerset Regional Council announced in the South East Queensland City Deal.

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said council was grateful to see both the State and Federal Government taking strides to upgrade the Brisbane Valley Highway.

“Leading into the 2024 State Elections we advocated for an investment of $84 million over four years,” Cr Wendt said.

“Less than a year later, we’re almost 75 per cent of the way to this funding goal.

“This funding will enhance the road safety, improve

surfacing and pavement, and improve the freight and transport links on the Brisbane Valley Highway.

“We thank our local members for doing their part to secure this funding.”

Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann said a further $20 million for the BVH Safety upgrades project would greatly improve safety and connectivity along what is the main artery between the Somerset Region and South East Queensland.

“The Somerset Region is economically dependent on the Brisbane Valley Highway, a major arterial road that carries up to 11,000 vehicles

Somerset lights up

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SOMERSET is set to have its first Blue Light Disco on Friday, March 28, with Toogoolawah being the first township to host the event for children and teenagers from prep to Year 12 at Alexandra Hall from 6pm to 8pm. This comes after months of planning to get the Blue Light Program approved and the new Somerset committee formed.

Queensland Blue Light

Association Incorporated (QBLAI) is a not for profit organisation run by police and civilian volunteers, aiming to reduce youth crime by delivering activities and events, such as discos and movie nights, along with early intervention and crime reduction programs. The disco will be fully supervised by Blue Light volunteers, all of which hold a Blue Card, along with local police officers, with all students and attendees required to be signed in and

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out at the door.

Somerset Blue Light (SBL) president, Judyann Roberts, said that, being the first disco it will be the hardest one to set up, but assures it will be a great night of fun for local youth.

“We will have a guest speaker, a lucky-door prize, a sausage sizzle, disco games and lots of dancing,” she said.

“These events provide our kids a chance to have some fun, but also strengthen connections between

students and police officers in the community.

“It breaks down those barriers that police aren’t there purely for negative situations and they are friendly and good people, through connections in a social environment.”

Entrance for the disco will cost $5, with all the money raised being put towards covering costs and towards future events. Drinks and snacks will be available to purchase at the canteen.

Toogoolawah’s event will

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aimed at reducing fatalities and injuries along this key freight and commuter corridor.

“There have been too many lives lost to road trauma on the BVH, which is why we are taking action to keep locals safe on our roads and future-proof the highway.”

Somerset Regional Council

and overtaking lanes in each direction between Fernvale and Esk, Esk and Toogoolawah, Toogoolawah and Harlin, and Harlin and the D’Aguilar Highway intersection.

Planning and detailed design work is expected to be completed by mid2026, with tendering and construction to then follow.

be the first of four, with the other three, set to take place in Kilcoy, Esk, and Lowood/ Fernvale, with dates still to be determined.

“Because Somerset is so big, we decided to break it up into four key areas, with the executive SBL committee engaging with

local volunteers from each area to help set up each event,” Ms Roberts said. Residents from across Somerset are invited to attend any and all Blue Light events, regardless of where they live. For more info email somerset@bluelightqld.org

The proposed Hazeldean Battery will store and release electricity, helping to balance supply and demand. The project is part of broader more sustainable energy future.

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the project team.

On the Hazeldean Battery Energy Storage System ('Hazeldean Battery') and upcoming opportunities to talk with

We look forward to speaking with the community about project changes over the coming weeks. If you have any questions in the meantime, please reach out to our team on our website, or via hazeldean@enervest.com.au. We are happy to arrange one-one-one discussions at a time that is convenient for you.

We hope the community remains safe over the coming days.

been working hard to respond to community and council questions submission includes additional technical assessments and design changes, including reducing the size of the proposed battery.

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assessments, and measures to address community feedback.

Upcoming Information Sessions

with the project team in the coming weeks, once the upcoming

First Blue Light Disco set to rock Toogoolawah youth

Mayor Jason Wendt, Deb Frecklington MP, and Jim McDonald MP on BVH.

Shayne Neumann MP on BVH following $20M funding announcement.

Blue Light Disco. Photo credit: bluelightqld.org

Combining histories

◗ Marina Gomide

THE Abbey Museum unveiled their latest artwork on February 28, with a sculpture by Kabi Kabi artist Lyndon Davis now welcoming visitors at the entrance of the museum.

The sculpture, called ‘Acknowledgement to Kabi Kabi Country’, consists of two large bronze shields, with various patterns carved into them and covered in colourful plastic-like material to fill the gaps.

The inspiration for the sculpture’s design came as

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Bark Park

Toogoolawah the Forgotten Again. People of Eskdale Road are wondering when Somerset Council are going to fix the medium street or finish it. I know of a few people who have queried what was happening and were very unsatisfied with the response.

Before they filled it with bark we had Kangaroo’s feeding from the green grass, Koala’s in the trees.

They proceeded to spray all the grass, dump truckloads of bark from Victoria Street all the way down to George Street. In between dumping, the slasher, when it comes to slash, can only go so far beside the bark leaving an untidy, unruly, ugly looking medium strip.

We the people who live beside it call it Bark Park. (The park where Council likes to Park their Bark) Haven’t seen a Koala since it’s been put there, no more Kangaroo’s and Joey’s. Next question, a TV Show showed another place that had bark put down, 120 Red Belly Blacks were found under it also with eggs. We have families living in this street, look after their

Mr Davis wanted to depict shield making trees, having originally chosen four trees before settling on the Fig Tree and Bat Wing Coral Tree.

The patterns of the shields are meant to reflect the patterns of those trees, while the coloured plasticlike material pays tribute to the Abbey Church’s stained glass windows, with the afternoon sun, reflecting through the sculpture, causing a stained glass shadow onto the museum.

“Our artwork comes directly from our

welfare.

surroundings,” he said.

“You look out into any bush and our artwork is that: the wings of a bird, the patterns in a bunya nut, the scales of a fish, the pattern in a dragonfly wing... all of those shapes.

“I was asked what my traditional art style was and I said ‘that’s easy, just look outside’. Pick what you want.”

Vice-Chair of the Abbey Museum Boards, Ann Baillie, said having the sculpture out the front of the museum would acknowledge to all visitors that the Abbey

DISCLAIMER: Opinions and letters published reflect the views of residents and do not represent the views or opinions of The Sentinel newspaper.

It is an eyesight for any visitors that drive up our street. Please finish what you started or move it. Judith Toogoolawah

Truly independent

The sitting members of the LNP are so scared that they spread mistruths like ’independents are fake and are in bed with the Greens’.

I was, in fact, nominated (by an ex-labor supporter), as the independent candidate for Fisher, but was rejected because of my close affiliation with the Greens, as they were looking for someone who is truly independent.

Independents are better with climate, deforestation and environment than the fossil-fuel funded old parties. Independents also typically match the Greens passion on integrity, but can be terrible on social issues and understanding how corporate influence over government contributes to poor environmental and social outcomes.

We will have to see how our local independents fare on these issues. But in the meantime, the two old parties, would rather

Museum is on Kabi Kabi land and show respect for their custodianship.

“I hope that the sculpture designed by Lyndon Davis will encourage all our visitors to think about First Nations art, culture and history, the oldest surviving continuous culture on earth, as they enter a museum that houses collections from around the world, dating back a million years.”

Shadow Minister for Closing the Gap and Reconciliation, Shadow Minister for the Arts and Seniors and Disability

spew untruths than change. So for me, Greens and independents before the two parties.

Andrew McLean Caboolture

Talk about dementia

In 2025 there are an estimated 85,200 people living with dementia in Queensland and without a significant intervention, this is expected to increase to an estimated 168,300 by 2054.

That’s why Dementia Australia is leading a call for a national conversation on dementia and brain health to raise community awareness of dementia, combined with more targeted and effective supports for people impacted by dementia. Taking this dual approach will ensure we are working towards reducing the impact of all forms of dementia.

Dementia Australia is here 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

If you or a loved one have a diagnosis of dementia, or mild cognitive impairment, or you’re concerned about changes to your cognition or that of a loved one, contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500.

Prof Tanya Buchanan CEO Dementia

Australia

Services and Integrity, Leeanne Enoch, said this artwork showcases the importance of telling the story of places, “regardless of cultural background”.

“Every time people come here they will be reminded of the story of this peaceful and beautiful place,” she said.

“I hope they will take away with them a very small part of this story, that will become part of their story, and go with them wherever they might travel from then.” ss me d ul y er

Lyndon Davis with Abbey Museum Chair Edith Cuff, Senior Curator Michael Strong, and Jinibara elder, Uncle Kenny.

Unveiling of the sculpture.

Lyndon Davis (centre) with Div 1 Cr Brooke Savige, the Abbey Museum board, Leeanne Enoch MP, John Waldron from Blue Sky View, and Russell Anderson from Art+Design in front of new sculpture at the Abbey Museum.

Attendees admiring and learning about the artwork.

Somerset new recycle refund

$1.3M donations for school kids

New bag drop locations to Recycle for Refund

SOMERSET Valley residents can now recycle their eligible beverage containers in exchange for the 10-cent refund at new several Containers for Change bag drops.

Bag drops allow residents to return their containers at a time that is convenient for them by depositing their containers in a sturdy bag, with their Containers for Change member number and name written on it, at the permanent bag drop site.

Members will receive their refund via electronic

financial transfer or PayPal once the containers have been collected, transported and counted by local operator Queensland Container Recycling, which is owned Leigh Armstrong.

“We’re a proud familyowned business with a passion for sustainability and a commitment to making a positive impact on our environment,” Mr Armstrong said.

“These new bag drops are part of our plan to provide effective recycling solutions

recycling rates and welcome residents, businesses, community groups and events to get in touch to learn more about how we can support them with container collection.”

The five new bag drops are located at Walloon State School, Rising Sun Hotel in Rosewood, Coominya Waste Transfer Station, Harlin Waste Transfer Station and Kilcoy Waste Transfer Station. Another bag drop is scheduled to open at Marburg State School in coming months.

Pop ups are also available during limited times at Fernvale Futures Centre, Pipliner Park opposite the tennis courts in Esk and the Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre.

THE Moreton community has helped Officeworks Morayfield, Strathpine, and Rothwell provide essential education support to 35 students impacted by poverty, by raising more than $24,800 for The Smith Family.

From December 27 to February 9, Officeworks Morayfield, Strathpine, and Rothwell’s fundraising has contributed to the total $1.3 million raised by Officeworks stores across the nation during the Officeworks’ 2025 Back to School Appeal, and ensured more than 1,800 students have the essential tools and resources needed to succeed in their education.

Funds raised will go to The Smith Family’s Learning for Life sponsorship program, helping children and families facing disadvantage afford the cost of their child’s essential school supplies like uniforms, books and excursions, as well as providing personal support and extra educational programs

to help students stay motivated and connected to their learning.

The Smith Family CEO, Doug Taylor, called education “the foundation

Officeworks Strathpine’s Store Business Manager

Ann-Marie Moss said they are “incredibly proud” to have raised over $24,800 for The Smith Family alongside Officeworks Morayfield and Rothwell.

initiative “ensuring that no child is left behind due to circumstances beyond their control”.

“Thanks to the support of partners like Officeworks, we’re not just providing school supplies—we’re unlocking potential and creating brighter futures for students in need,” he said.

MARINE researchers are encouraging the public to reach out with information regarding sawfish, as the once commonly spotted fish in Moreton Bay is now an endangered species.

Researcher, PhD candidate and volunteer

“This was made possible by the kindness and generosity of the Moreton community, digging deep and donating,” she said.

“A heartfelt thank you to every customer and team member who played a part in this year’s appeal, supporting The Smith Family’s Learning for Life sponsorship program and its vital mission to give all Aussie children the educational opportunities they deserve.”

The Back to School Appeal is part of Officeworks’ People and Planet Positive commitment to support 30,000 students by 2025. To find out more about the Back-to-School Appeal, visit: www.officeworks.com. au/campaigns/donate

Knitting for a good cause

Guild, Claire Morgan, said the initiative reflects the Guild’s commitment to using craftsmanship for a greater purpose.

“Our members take great pride in their work, and knowing that their handmade items will provide warmth and comfort to someone in need makes them even more special,” she said.

“This donation is about more than just keeping people warm—it’s about showing them that the community cares.

Guild member and contributor Marilyn Boulton shared her personal

connection to the cause.

“Knitting has always been a source of joy for me, and using these skills to help others is incredibly rewarding. It’s a small act, but sometimes a little warmth and kindness can make all the difference,” Ms Boulton said.

Ms Youngman added that these donations are a reminder to those who receive them that “they are not forgotten”. She thanked the Guild for their generosity.

The Artisans’ Guild hopes this initiative will inspire others in the community to use their skills and resources to support those in need.

However, they are threatened with extinction due to targeted and nontargeted fishing.

with Sharks and Rays Australia (SARA), Nikki Biskis, was ‘Talking about Sawfish’ at the Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group’s (ESRAG) monthly eco-forum in February, emphasising the importance of reporting sightings of sawfish, as numbers are dwindling.

making a huge impact in our understanding of these endangered species,” she said.

“SARA has been running this campaign for going on ten years now, and data from citizens are

“With sightings so rare, every report to SARA matters. This includes animals caught, saws seen in pubs, or family photos. They all tell a story.

“Anyone can report their sighting - whether it was yesterday or 100 years ago –to www.cytags.com.”

The Sawfish is an icon of northern Australia. They have been protected in Queensland since 2009.

A few recreational fishers still take the saw from a larger sawfish as a trophy. Historically, there used to be a sawfish rostrum hanging in just about every pub from Moreton Bay to the tip of Cape York. According to then government ichthyologist, T. C. Marshall, “sawfish were not uncommon in Moreton Bay”. However, they are not heard about visiting Moreton Bay anymore, especially not mature ones, given their hunting range is significantly diminished.

ESRAG’s March keynote

speaker from the University of the Sunshine

will be Dr Ben Gilby and PhD candidate, Erin Wills, who will be “Talking about Shellfish” on March 20 at the at the Deception Bay Environmental

Ben will share the background to shellfish reef restoration and shellfish

loss

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Coast

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globally, what it is and how it works, and the science needed to undertake and optimise it. Erin will talk about her recent research, and Ben will finish off with some local case studies and current ‘state of the art’ in Southeast Queensland. Scan QR

17ft Sawfish caught in Scarborough 1938.

Luke Howarth MP and Colin Scobie ESRAG Chair.

Rosewood bag drop.

Queensland Container Recycling manager Natasha Woolley, owner Leigh Armstrong, administration Cheree Guina.

Claire Morgan, Marilyn Boulton and Jan Youngman with knitted hats and scarves donated to Rosies.

women IN LOCAL BUSINESS

Introducing just some of the

Ariana breaks barriers

AS the youngest woman ever elected to Queensland Parliament, 23-year-old Member for Pumicestone, Ariana Doolan, is working hard to continue empowering girls and women across her electorate, acknowledging International Women’s Day (IWD) as a time to “celebrate the achievements of women in our communities”.

According to Ms Doolan, IWD is important to recognise and support women’s contributions, while serving as a reminder that “there’s still work to do in ensuring every woman has the same opportunities to succeed”.

Some of the challenges still faced by women in Pumicestone and across the world, include domestic violence and elder abuse, which often affects older women who may be financially or emotionally dependent on others.

inspiring local business women of the Somerset and Moreton areas

Pumicestone running small businesses, leading in their professions, and making invaluable contributions to our community,” Ms Doolan said.

“However, many still face significant struggles, as domestic violence remains a heartbreaking reality for too many women.

“No one should feel unsafe in their own home.”

When reflecting on her experience as a young woman in a majority dominated field, Ms Doolan said she hasn’t experienced any challenges due to her gender, but acknowledges bias does exist when talking about women in politics.

“I haven’t come across this bias as such, however I do know that women get asked questions about family responsibilities and the clothes they wear. These kinds of questions aren’t normally asked to male politicians,” she said.

me, and everyone is there for each other.”

Looking back at the election time, Ms Doolan maintains her gender wasn’t an issue, but her age was, a problem young male candidate Wyatt Roy also faced.

“I think this was something that will happen regardless of gender. We both ended up winning our seats, which shows age is not a barrier to leadership,” she said.

Ms Doolan named Moreton Bay Div 1 Councillor, Brooke Savige, as a female inspiration, due to Ms Savige being an “empathetic, hardworking leader”.

“Her dedication and genuine care make her a fantastic role model for young women, showing them the power of leadership, resilience, and community service,” she said.

Sam Jordan Ray White Rural Kilcoy

The Journey That Led Me Here

From a young age, I’ve always been excited about the idea of having a job.

at 13 at the Shell Service Station, now Kilcoy BP.

Pharmacy. Over the years, I worked in various retail and healthcare roles, fueling my desire to grow. Eventually, I found myself craving a new challenge.

In my last role as a retail manager at Kilcoy DCO, a local real estate agent

I knew I needed a fresh start to build a better future for my family, it was a to lose.

I said goodbye to the security of my

years, I’ve sold over $75 million worth of areas.

area and a genuine ambassador for this home. My enthusiasm and knowledge of Kilcoy and the surrounding regions have years.

What I’ve learned along the way is do what you love, everything else will

Balancing Business and Family: My Real Estate Journey

As a wife, a mum of three, and a dedicated real estate agent with Ray challenges of balancing a thriving career with family life. In 2023, I took a bold leap into real estate—a major career change, but one that felt completely right. I’ve always had a passion for property and connecting with people, so helping buyers

Being part of the RW team has been an incredible experience. Our region has seen remarkable growth, with property values surging and more families and investors recognising the opportunities here. Caboolture is evolving rapidly, and I love helping my clients navigate this exciting market—whether they’re buying their investment portfolio.

One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is helping people achieve their property goals. There’s nothing better than seeing a family move into their dream home or showing a homeowner how much their property value has grown. Real estate is about more than just transactions—it’s about relationships and trust.

Balancing motherhood and a career isn’t always easy, but I want to show other women that success in business and family life is absolutely possible. It takes passion, perseverance, and the willingness to step outside your comfort zone—but the rewards are worth it.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just want to understand the market, I’d love to help. RW is located at Big Fish Junction, servicing Caboolture and surrounding areas, being open 8:30-5:00 Monday to Friday and 8:30-4 on Saturdays.

Ashanti Johnstone Ray White Caboolture

◗ Marina Gomide

NEEDING bulk food supplies? Looking for organic, gluten-free and raw foods? Craving some American lollies, Dutch licorice or a variety of New Zealand treats? All this and more can be found at a family-owned Morayfield business Simply Good.

Owned by Cameron, Ray, and Julie Hancock, the business is dedicated to providing top-quality goods, including cooking supplies, classes, and even a selection of imported lollies.

Ray Hancock, a qualified baker with over 40 years of experience, leads the team alongside Julie, a cook with more than 18 years in the industry, and Cameron, who

since his school years.

Together, they bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Simply Good, ensuring customers receive the best products and service.

“We enjoy chatting with our customers and sharing our knowledge,” said Cameron.

Sweet treats and bulk food on sale

for customers to access the commercial-grade products they need.

Bringing beautiful smiles back with new technology

Benefits of this include no multiple visits, only one

“It’s really satisfying to help people find what they need and offer advice based on our own experience.”

Simply Good also offers a convenient online store with a delivery system and a click-and-collect service,

For those in search of range of bulk organic, gluten free and raw foods or highquality kitchen supplies or a sweet treat, Simply Good is the place to visit.

The store is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm, with Sundays closed. Visit them at www. simplygood.com.au or at 3/156 Morayfield Road.

For more info email info@ simplygood.com.au or call

- Simply Good team. Inset - Bun mix class in February.

We offer a range of classes tailored to enjoy old fashioned baked goods, perfect for your home kitchen

A NEW dental studio is bringing unique, lifechanging technology to Morayfield, providing high quality dental reconstruction at a great price.

Having only opened a month ago, Morayfield Dental Studio has already provided many fresh smiles to the area.

On top of general dentistry, orthodontics, clear braces and implants, Morayfield Dental Studio also prides itself on its high-tech dental equipment that only a handful of dentists have.

overall lower cost if patients are doing multiple crowns in one visit.

Having a special interest in full-mouth rehabilitation, some of their state-of-theart technology includes same day porcelain crowns using a machine called

Morayfield Dental Studio also have the latest 3D CBCT Xray machine, which allows them to assess airways, 3D-map root canals and plan dental implants.

blood pressure, and Netflix or Youtube so patients can relish in their preferred show or movie while being treated.

To check eligibility, book appointments and more info visit morayfielddental studio.com edge they need

All this helps their Smile Makeover full-mouth rehabilitation, which they offer free consultations for.

Morayfield Dental Studio is open late three nights per week and Saturdays, offering interest free, no deposit payment plans to help spread the cost of the treatment overtime.

Another option is to have treatment done with a compassionate release of super funds, if patients are eligible.

They also offer free dental treatment to kids eligible under the CDBS Scheme.

They also offer braces and Invisalign to patients of all ages, along with a relaxation menu to help patients experience peace and comfort while at the clinic.

These include noise cancelling headphones, neck pillows to alleviate neck and back strain, heated fleece blankets to make patients feel warm and secure, stress balls to lower

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Woolmar estate gets 37 new lots

SOMERSET Regional Council has approved a development application for Stage 11 of the Hedley Park Estate on Hedley Drive, Woolmar, near Kilcoy.

The estate has been developed over several years and the new application includes 37 residential lots between 600sq m and 1,000sq m, consistent with other stages in the development.

The site is located to the northeast of Hedley Park Estate, backing onto Stage 10 which is under construction.

Deputy Mayor Helen Brieschke said it was an exciting development which would benefit the Woolmar and wider Somerset community.

“With the extension of this estate and then the Aliria retirement village coming into Woolmar, it’s going to be quite amazing to watch that area develop,” Cr Brieschke said.

“Our community will have to be patient with all the works going on, but I think it will be really good for Kilcoy and the wider region.

“We look forward to the completion of this project and the provision of more housing in Somerset.”

60 years of RSL dedication

LONG-time local, Iris Kuhn, was presented with a special 60-year service certificate at Aloaka Nursing Home on February 6, in recognition of her remarkable contributions to the Kilcoy RSL sub-branch, the Women’s Auxiliary.

The presentation was made by Kilcoy RSL representatives, President John Robinson and May Wallace, who praised Iris for her selfless dedication over six decades.

Iris’s extensive service includes six years as President and 13 years as

Treasurer of the Women’s Auxiliary.

Iris also stood by her husband Ken Kuhn, who served as President and Treasurer of the RSL committee for 25 years. Together, they formed a strong pillar of the Kilcoy RSL community.

While veterans and their families often perform their volunteer work without seeking recognition, the Kilcoy RSL committee felt it was important to acknowledge Iris’s tireless

efforts.

The certificate presentation marked a fitting tribute to Iris’s years of volunteer work and her deep commitment to supporting veterans, their families, and the broader Kilcoy community.

Free COVID and Flu Vaccine Community Vaccine Clinics

Brisbane North PHN with Queensland Injectors Health Network (QuIHN) will be providing FREE COVID and FREE FLU vaccines at the community vaccine clinics listed HERE

Community vaccine clinics are free to Medicare and non-Medicare card holders

All ages over 5 yrs welcome. Pre-book your appointment or walk ins welcome. NOTE: Waiting times may apply to walk ins.

covid19@brisbanenorthphn.org.au

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

• Kilcoy Cancer Support Group: Breast & the rest. Meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 10am at the Kilcoy RSL Rooms (Kennedy Street. Contact Sandra 0429 382 724 or John 0403 336 263.

• Kilcoy Bowls: Social bowls every Tuesdaynames by 8.45am for 9.15 start. Saturday afternoon social bowls - register by 12.30pm for 1pm start. Everyone is welcome - experience is not necessary and we can loan you some bowls if needed. Flat soled shoes are the only requirement.

• Kilcoy Hospital Auxiliary: 2nd Tuesday of each

Local community groups and events

month. 10am at the Kilcoy Hospital Conference rooms.

• Kilcoy P.A.& I Society: 3rd Tuesday of each month. 6.30 at Showgrounds Dining Hall.Kilcoy District Historical Society: 2nd Thursday of each month 6pm.

• Kilcoy District Progress Alliance: 2nd Monday of each Month. 5.30pm at Kilcoy Information Centre. Kilcoy Lions: 1st Monday of each month. 5.30pm at Lions Den, McAulay Street.

• J.P. in the Community: Each Monday & Friday. 11 - 1pm at Kilcoy Library.

• St. Marys Food Pantry: Each Thursday 9am to midday at Kilcoy Anglican Church Hall.

• Friends of Kilcoy Cemetery: 3rd Saturday of each month. The summer starts at 7am. Winter starts at 9am.

• Kilcoy Tennis Club meet quarterly: 1st Tuesday of that month 11am.

KILCOY: 10AM - 2 PM

Saturday 22 March and 12 April

Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre, 41 Hope Street, Kilcoy

WOODFORD: 10AM - 2 PM

Saturday 29 March and 17 May

Woodford Memorial Hall, 103 Archer Street, Woodford

WAMURAN: 10AM - 2 PM

Saturday 5 April

Wamuran Sports Complex Hall, 84 Campbells Pocket Road, Wamuran

Book an appointment online or call 07 3620 8111

Complete New Patient Registration Form prior to your appointment or attendance

Main- Kilcoy RSL president, John Robinson, Iris Kuhn and May Wallace. Top right - Iris Kuhn with her nursing staff. Photos: Melinda Harrison/Deerlightful Photography.

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Aged care with a personal touch Quality training for life sucess

Branching Out Somerset supports needs

reCeiving quality aged care shouldn’t require families to uproot their loved ones or having to move away from your home and community, no matter whether you live in the city or regional parts of the country.

This is a key reason registered nurse and Kilcoy resident, Karen McCormack, started her own family-run company, Branching Out Support.

“After my family and I cared for my elderly parents at home and navigating the aged care system i realised there is a serious

need in smaller towns for more service providers who are actually based in the local area and therefore focus on the needs of their community,” she said.

“This was why i am excited for Branching Out Support to be partnering with Trilogy Care and extending the services we offer to include in-home aged care.”

Karen said Branching Out Support was passionate about hiring and training up local people who are invested in providing high quality care for Somerset residents.

“My mission is to be able to provide consistent and individualised support where our aged care recipients can develop a bond with their support worker,” she said.

“This bond will extend to partners and family who may be heavily involved in the care of their loved ones. Branching Out Support will provide another level of support and act as advocates for aged care recipients to get the most from their My Aged Care package.” if you have questions about navigating the Aged Care package process and how to access quality in home support within the Somerset region, Karen will be providing free informal question sessions at the Kilcoy Library every Tuesday in March from 10.30am12pm.

To get in touch with Branching Out Support directly, refer to the contact information in the ad below.

Karen McCormack 0437 387 604

I am available to meet people needing NDIS and Aged Care Support throughout March on Tuesday’s between 10:00am and 12:30pm at the Kilcoy Library.

Helping you branch out and achieve your support goals across the Somerset & South Burnett Regions.

Branching Out Support is a new local NDIS and aged care support

ASpire to Succeed, a leading training organization with locations in Kilcoy, Caboolture and Kingaroy, is dedicated to providing quality training and support to students pursuing careers in aged care, disability services, mental health, community services and childcare.

Owned and operated by Jennifer Allaway, Aspire to Succeed has been a cornerstone of the local community for the past 13 years.

With a passionate team of 23 staff members and a combined experience of over 75 years in the training and community services sectors, Aspire to Succeed is committed to helping students reach their personal and professional goals.

“Our motto is simple –what can we do to help you

succeed?

We provide quality training to all students we engage with,”

Ms Allaway said.

“We pride ourselves on being flexible and supportive, tailoring our approach to meet each student’s individual needs.”

One of the most rewarding aspects of the work for Ms Allaway and her team is seeing students achieve their goals and transform their lives.

skilled approximately 10,000 students, making a significant impact on both the local community and employers.

“Watching students excel and move on to new career opportunities is incredibly satisfying. We’re not just training people; we’re changing lives,” she added. in the last 13 years, Aspire to Succeed has successfully

With flexible hours at each location - Caboolture (Mon-Fri 8:30-4:00), Kilcoy (Mon-Thu 8:30-3:30), and Kingaroy (Mon-Thu 8:303:30) — Aspire to Succeed continues to offer valuable training to those looking to start or further their careers in vital community service sectors.

in Kilcoy

Bendigo Bank are now occupying an off ice at Nutrien Harcourts Somerset Real Estate on their premises at 20 William Street, Kilcoy.

We will be there the first and third Tuesday of every month commencing Tuesday 1st April, 2025. Come in and see us for your financial needs.

Come into our Kilcoy Sales Office and have a conversation with our banking specialists and lending experts.

Our Services

No cash is kept on

Louise (Team Leader)Jacquie (Business Operations), Josh (IT and Student Support), Karen (Student Support).

Branching Out Support staff.

Tracey (trainer) and current students.

Kilcoy Golf extending women’s clinic

THE Kilcoy Golf Club has had to organise an additional 6-week Active Women and Young Adults Program clinic, aft receiving an outstanding response to their first clinic, which started on Wednesday, February 19 and Thursday, February 20.

The clinic is making use of coaching professional Jack Day, from Woodford Golf Club, who has impressed the club and ladies with his knowledge of golf and his ability to relay

teachings to the ladies, some who have never play golf before.

Kilcoy Golf Club were fortunate to acquire a grant from Golf Australia to help the club run these

“Our aim is to encourage more young adults and women to come out and try their hand at golf, and also to join a very welcoming and friendly club,” Robyn from the Kilcoy Golf Club said.

“Each week the ladies are taught the proper technique of different clubs.

“So far, they have used their 8 irons, drivers and this week they will be concentrating on putting.”

Towards the end of the 6-week clinic, Mr Day will take them out on the course to put into action all that they have learned.

“We have some very talented ladies out there and I hope that they can keep up their golf by either joining our club or another club.,” Robyn said.

For those interested in the second 6-week clinic, which will start on the April 24, contact Robyn on 0419 676 507 or email gnrw@ bigpond.net.au

Free vaccine clinics in Kilcoy

Immunisation rates remain low across Kilcoy, which has been identified by Queensland Health as an area of need for improved COVID-19 and influenza vaccine coverage. It is the furthest point of service for our PHN and one of our priority communities.

For the third year running and together with the Queensland Injectors Health Network (QuIHN), Brisbane North PHN is pleased to offer free community

vaccine clinics to residents of Kilcoy (and surrounds) who will be able to access both COVID-19 and flu vaccines on Saturday 22 March or Saturday 12 April.

Appointments are available online or by calling 07 3620 8111, with walkins welcome on

the day. Both Medicare and non-Medicare card holders can access this service at no cost.

Last year, in partnership with vaccine provider QuIHN, 112 vaccines were delivered to 80 Kilcoy residents at their local clinic. Clinics were also hosted in areas of similar vulnerability and need at Woodford and Caboolture.

To ensure this service is accessible to as many priority community members as possible, we have extended the 2025 program to include five clinics: two in Kilcoy, two in Woodford, and an additional clinic in Wamuran. Further information will be published in the coming weeks, and some information is available on the Brisbane North PHN website: https://www. brisbanenorthphn.org.au/.

What’s On

Street FeastCaboolture

When: Friday March 7, 4pm - 9pm

Where: Caboolture Showgrounds, 140 Beerburrum Road, Caboolture

Info: A premier travelling gourmet food market, bringing a delectable culinary experience to Australia. This vibrant night of food, dessert, and retail promises an unforgettable experience for visitors. From savoury delights to sweet treats, our diverse selection of food stalls caters to every palate and preference. Street Feast isn’t just about the food; it’s about fostering community and celebration. Amidst the bustling atmosphere, visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the vibrant ambiance, connecting with fellow food lovers and supporting local businesses. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie seeking the next culinary adventure or a casual visitor looking to indulge in a tasty treat, Street Feast promises an unforgettable experience celebrating the joy of food and community.

Morayfield Collective Indoor Market

When: Saturday March 8, 8am - 12pm

Where: Morayfield Indoor Sports, 298 Morayfield Road, Morayfield

Info: Entry Fee: $2 per adult - 16 years & under Free The wait is finally over, and we’re thrilled to invite you to the Morayfield Collective Indoor Market! This exciting event is perfect for families, friends, and the entire community. Whether you’re looking for unique

handmade crafts, vintage collectibles, or fresh plants, there’s something for everyone!

Craftival

When: Saturday March 8, 9am - 2pm

Where: Redcliffe Library, 476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe Info: Craftival is a one-day celebration of handmade crafts and creativity at Redcliffe Library. The event will include: inspirational talks from high-profile creatives a pop-up marketplace selling handmade products a bookable workshop program drop-in demonstrations in our creative studios face painting and family-friendly activities live music and food trucks.

Esk Races

When: Saturday March 8

Where: 72 Esk Hampton Road, Esk Info: Country racing at the Esk Jockey Club is fun and family friendly. A handful of race meets each year see good participation from high quality horses and the relaxed atmosphere is the perfect setting to enjoy the gorgeous scenery of Esk and the convivial community. Book tickets online at https://eskracingclub.com. au/

LNP Blair Campaign Launch

When: Saturday March 8, 5pm - 8pm

Where: Esk Grand Hotel, 121 Ipswich Street, Esk Info: You are invited to the Somerset launch of the Blair Federal Election Campaign with candidate Carl Mutzelburg and guest speaker Sen. Matt Canavan. Come and show

your support for Carl in this election, while at the same time supporting the fundraising efforts for his campaign. We would love to see you there! Together We’ll Get Australia Back on Track! $50 per person. www.trybooking.com.au/ CZACE

Moreton Kids Festival

When: Sunday March 9, 8am - 3pm

Where: Pine Rivers Park, Strathpine Info: Why is Moreton Kids Festival the Ultimate Kids Day out: Unlimited Rides, A massive Hot Wheels Team Fun Zone, Live Stage Shows, Creative Workshops & Activities, Queensland’s largest travelling outdoor wildlife exhibit, Tiny Tots Play Area, Food Trucks & Market Stalls, Special Surprises Throughout the Day, And that’s only the beginning! Perfect for kids under 10, Moreton Kids Festival is more than just an event—it’s a celebration of youthful wonder and joy. With every ride, every laugh, and every discovery, your family will create memories that will last a lifetime.

Owner Builder Information Night

When: Monday March 10, 6.30pm

Where: Sports Central Caboolture, Fay Leadbitter, Hasking St, Caboolture Info: Find out how Paal Kit Homes can save you money by Owner Building or Owner Managing your own project. Our Design Flexibility will allow you to build your dream home or secondary without breaking your budget. Contact Jamie on (07) 5495 4070 or Jamie@ paal.com.au to book your place.

Healthy Eating tips & tricks

When: Tuesday March 11, 10am - 11am

Where: Lowood Library 1 Michel Street, Lowood Info: Unsure where to start to build a healthier you? Join an accredited dietitian at your local library to better understand food options and develop healthy eating habits. Bookings essential via the Somerset On the Go app or phone 5424 4000.

Street Feast - Kilcoy

When: Saturday March 15, 4pm - 9pm

Where: Kilcoy Showground, Showgrounds Road

Woolmar

Info: Street Feast is Australia’s largest travelling gourmet food market, offering a vibrant evening of food trucks, dessert stalls, boutique retail vendors, and live music. The event fosters community engagement and celebrates diverse culinary experiences.

Easter Trivia Night

When: Saturday March 15, 6.30pm

Where: Lowood Bowls Club, 157 Main Street, Lowood

Info: $10 entrance fee $80 per table (team event, 8 per team), Prozes awarded to; best drecorated table, 1st, 2nd & 3rd in trivia contest, licenced bar, raffles, 16+ event, BYO nibbles. For more information contact Cliff 0459 241 041.

Street Feast - Woodford

When: Sunday March 16, 4pm - 9pm

Where: Woodford

Showgrounds

Info: Street Feast is Australia’s largest travelling gourmet food market,

offering a vibrant evening of food trucks, dessert stalls, boutique retail vendors, and live music. The event fosters community engagement and celebrates diverse culinary experiences.

Movie in The Park

When: Friday March 21, 5pm - 8pm

Where: Bunya Adventure Playground, Dobson Ln, Upper Caboolture

Info: Bring your picnic blankets and join us for an enchanting evening under the stars at Movie in the Park! Enjoy a family-friendly film The Wild Robot in the beautiful setting of Bunya Adventure Playground.

Watts for Breakfast

When: Sunday March 23, 7.30am - 9.30am

Where: Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield

Info: The Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield invites you to breakfast. Watts For Breakfast is back for 2025 proudly hosted by the Queensland Warbirds & Vintage Aircraft Association (QWVAA) who are promising something extra special for the morning. Think about a YAK formation flypast and perhaps the attendance of some very special warbird type aircraft!! We will be firing up the BBQ’s to cook an absolute feast of sausages, bacon, eggs, and beans plus all the usual extras. So whatever you do, fly-in or drive-in to Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield for Watts For Breakfast?? Everyone is Welcome!!

Zero Waste Day

When: Friday March 28, 9.30am - 10.30am

Where: CREEC, 150 Rowley Road, Burpengary

Info: Join us for a WasteFree workshop! This March,

we’re celebrating Zero Waste Day with a handson workshop that makes learning about waste fun! Did you know that the average Australian generate 2.95 tonnes of waste per year? That’s a landfill-load of rubbish! If you’ve got a curious kid aged 6 to 12, this event is the perfect way to introduce them to recycling, reducing waste, and sustainable habits.

Morgan Wallen & Chris Stapleton Tribute Show

When: Saturday March 29, from 8.30pm

Where: Kilcoy Exchange Hotel

Info: We’re hitting the road with Whiskey & Cowgirls – a tribute to Morgan Wallen & Chris Stapleton! Get ready for a huge night of country anthems, featuring all the hits you know and love.

Hallowed and Harmonious with Esk Community Choir

When: Sunday March 30, 1pm - 3.30pm

Where: Somerset Civic Centre, 35 Esk Hampton Rd, Esk Info: The Esk Community Ladies Choir will be performing so many of the compositions by composers throughout the centuries through to the present, songs which have endured over time the concert culminating with the rousing medley of songs from My Fair Lady. Come and experience the joys of live music by this beautiful choir while enjoying a delightful afternoon tea. Tickets just $25.00 available from the Somerset Civic Centre Esk P: (07) 5424 2713 or Two Galahs Gallery –Toogoolawah. M: 0402 483 495

Time Out

Country fun in Esk this weekend

THE Somerset Civic Centre will rock all night with Vixens of Fall on Saturday, 8 March.

Cairns sisters and rising country stars Nina, Wren and Lulu will stop in at Esk for one night only.

A product of Queensland’s northern sugar cane fields, hot summers and cyclones, Vixens of Fall will ooze the country rock ethos running deep in their veins.

Influenced by the likes of The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and Shania Twain, their music is a melodic fusion of tradition and modernity, reflecting the diverse tapestry of their musical journey.

The band was awarded Most Popular Independent Country Music Band 2021 by the Independent Country Music Awards, thanks to their playful but heartfelt songs.

Tickets cost $35.00 PP or $30.00 PP for a group of 4+.

Tickets available online www.somersetciviccentre. com.au or at the Somerset Civic Centre at 35 Esk Hampton Road, Esk.

Showcase art in Somerset Landmark small business event

SOMERSET artists have been invited to produce new artworks for The Show, an exhibition taking place at The Condensery – Somerset Regional Art Gallery from December 2025 to February 2026. This exciting project will capture agricultural shows held in Somerset townships, reflecting upon personal associations with local shows, the role of nostalgia in the preservation of colonial values, and possible futures for regional community building.

Somerset Regional Council is calling for expressions of interest from

artists living in the region to produce the work.

Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee Chair and Councillor Kylee Isidro said artists would be tasked with creatively documenting shows.

“We’re lucky to have four shows in Somerset in Esk, Kilcoy, Lowood and Toogoolawah, each having their own rich cultural history and specialty sections, events and displays,” Cr Isidro said.

“This exhibition is an incredible opportunity for Somerset artists to immerse themselves in our local shows and capture what makes them unique.

“In addition, The Condensery will provide artists with curatorial support to develop new artworks, an opportunity to reach new audiences, and pay an artist fee for the display.”

Applications close 4pm Monday, 17 March 2025. To apply, supply a completed application form, up to five images of your art practice, and an artist CV and biography to thecondensery@somerset. qld.gov.au

For more information and to download an application form, visit: thecondensery. com.au/about/get-involved

Moreton Bay art shines in autumn

MORETON Bay is the stage for several free art exhibitions over autumn, bringing the city to life with colour and culture. Some of the exhibits include: Joe Furlonger: Horizons - One of Australia’s most respected landscape painters, Joe Furlonger, came to prominence in the late 1980s. Employing a highly physical method, he applied swathes of colour with vigorous sweeps of the brush, drawing inspiration from Matisse, Picasso, and Ian Fairweather.

Open at the Redcliffe Art Gallery, 1 Irene Street, Redcliffe, until May 22.

of the strength of their culture in forming their identity and connection to Country.

Open at the Pine Rivers Art Gallery, 130 - 134 Gympie Road, Strathpine, from March 8 to May 17. Mission X - Mission X presents the little-known story of daring and courage by Australians during the Second World War. In 1942 a ragtag flotilla of Australian

Tamara Dean | Leave only footprints - Emerging from the depths of nature, Tamara Dean’s practice examines the human condition.

Leave only footprints is the first survey of the critically acclaimed photomedia artist and traverses more than 20 years of her photographic practice. Open at the Caboolture Regional Art Gallery, 4 Hasking Street, Caboolture, from March 20 to June 7.

Dennis Golding: POWER - The Future is Here - is a collaboration between artist Dennis Golding and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from Alexandria Park Community School. As superheroes, Golding and his young collaborators are empowered and reminded

freighters, fishing trawlers, tugs, ketches, schooners and launches was assembled to sail between Queensland and Papua New Guinea under the American flag.

Open at the Bribie Island Seaside Museum, 1 South Esplanade, Bongaree, from March 8 to May 4.

The Venuses - Dr Deborah Eddy is a feminist activist artist and independent researcher who works in the field of sculpture and performance. Her exhibition features handstitched soft sculptured figures representing the Paleolithic Venus. Each Venus explores and acknowledges the experiences of older women and their lives.

Open at The Hub Gallery, 4 Hasking Street, Caboolture, until March 27.

IN a landmark collaboration, seven Chambers of Commerce, BPW Moreton Bay, and the Food & Agribusiness Network (FAN) are bringing together the biggest small business networking and learning event in Moreton Bay’s history. Held in celebration of Small Business Month, the Ultimate Small Business Event will take place on Thursday, May 8, at Norths Leagues & Services Club, Kallangur.

Small Business Month is a time to celebrate and support the hardworking entrepreneurs who drive our local economy. This event will equip small business owners with the knowledge, strategies, and connections needed to succeed in an ever-changing landscape.

hosted by Queensland Small Business Commissioner, Dominique Lamb, four interactive workshops covering digital marketing, AI, cybersecurity, and financial management, networking with 300+ local business owners, decisionmakers, and industry experts, trade tables, and exclusive access to business insights and government leaders, including the Mayor of Moreton Bay City

The Combined Chamber Event 2025 is designed to empower, inspire, and connect businesses, featuring an incredible speaker lineup, expert-led workshops, and exclusive networking opportunities.

Event highlights will include keynote Interview

Some of the incredible speakers lined up include Small Business Commissioner of Queensland Dominique Lamb, business growth strategist Nick Burnett, digital marketing specialist Jessica Ricketts, cyber security expert Jessie Jeffery, and financial expert Lucas Helmke.

Tickets start from $125, with limited Early Bird tickets available from $80. Register your interest here: https:// bit.ly/3WaN1P5

For more information and to secure your spot, visit: https://cciqpinerivers.com. au/combined-chamberevent/

Chamber of Commerce.

Girls dancing at the Lowood Show, 1919. Courtesy State Library of Queensland Collection.

Dennis Golding: POWER - The Future is Here Image credit: Dennis Golding, The Future is Here, 2021, installation at Carriageworks. Photograph Zan Wimberley.

SUDOKU

You can evade the issue as usual by being affectionate, fun loving, and far too active for your lover to catch on. You will find that social activities will be enjoyable and will promote new connections. Your lack of responsibility and attention has been a key

You can expect opposition at work. Don’t let your competition be privy to information that could be in criminating. Don’t make large purchases or investments. Your partner may not understand your mood swings but if you are willing to communicate, a lot of grief can be avoided.

WORD SEARCH

Don’t let your stubborn nature get the better of you. Your best efforts will come through hard work. Problems with large corporations or institutions are apparent. You will have some wonderful ideas that should bring you extra money.

Be aware that joint financial ventures could fall apart. Don’t overlook that fact that someone you care about may be hiding something. You will get drawn into groups that are not favorable to you. You will find your vitality is lowered.

Lowered vitality could affect your work. Communication will be your best bet. Resist secret affairs that could be detrimental to your reputation. Short trips may be tiring but rewarding. Your lucky day this week will be Thursday.

Your lucky day this week will be Sunday.

A romantic dinner, followed by a quiet evening with the one who is enticing you, should be most satisfying. Sign up for tours or courses that will enlighten you. You will have the discipline to make changes you feel are necessary. Refuse to let others make unrealistic demands of you.

You should be making plans to spend some time with the ones you love. You may find that children are not as accepting as you have been. Group endeavors will provide you with entertainment. You may have difficulties while traveling or problems dealing with close friends or relatives.

You will enjoy interaction with others this week. You will learn a great deal from people with different cultural backgrounds. You will do best to entertain those you wish to close deals with. Control those desires to cast your fate to the wind.

Free flu shots

THE State Government is urging all Queenslanders –from six months of age – to roll up their sleeves for its free flu vaccination program which began over the weekend.

The $25 million program runs from March 1 to September 30 and provides Queenslanders with free vaccinations to protect themselves from influenza and ease pressure on the health system.

The vaccine will be available at GPs, pharmacies and community vaccination centres in the coming weeks.

Last year, Queensland hospitals experienced a significant spike due to influenza, with 7,000 people hospitalised and 42 percent of those aged over 65.

Minister for Health and Ambulance Services, Tim Nicholls, said the State Government is making sure cost is no barrier to protect Queenslanders this flu season.

“I urge all Queenslanders to protect themselves and to keep vulnerable loved ones safe as we head into the flu season,” he said.

“It’s critical that pregnant women, children and the elderly are vaccinated, given they are more vulnerable to severe illness and this is the reason we committed in January to funding free flu

it’s more important than ever to get vaccinated,” she said.

“Almost 200 people died in Queensland from the flu last year and 80 per cent of the almost 7,000 people hospitalised were not vaccinated.

“Flu vaccination is free and more accessible than ever so my message to Queenslanders is simple: roll up your sleeves.”

vaccinations in the 2025 flu season.”

Queensland Chief Health Officer, Dr Heidi Carroll, said it was important people did not underestimate the impact influenza could have.

“We’ve seen a continuing rise in flu cases, hospitalisations and flurelated deaths over the past three years and that’s why

President of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia, Queensland Branch, Chris Owen, said the free influenza vaccine program has the potential to be the difference between life and death for Queenslanders.

“Getting the vaccine doesn’t only benefit those who receive it directly, it also helps prevent the spread of disease to other loved ones, particular elderly relatives who are the most susceptible to having serious complications from influenza exposure,” he said.

Health insurance on the rise Health & Wellbeing

PRIVATE health insurance premiums will increase by an average of 3.73 per cent this year.

The increase, announced by Federal Health Minister Mark Butler last week, is still below health inflation and will be passed on to health insurance members on April 1.

Private Healthcare Australia CEO Rachel David said the premium increase was necessary for health funds to meet the rising cost of healthcare and ensure private hospitals and other providers were adequately funded.

“Every premium increase is carefully calculated and

regulated. We know people with health insurance are impacted by cost-of-living pressures, so health funds are doing everything possible to ensure health insurance remains affordable and accessible for Australians,” Dr David said.

“Health funds have gone back to regulators three or more times this year to reach the lowest increase possible. But to remain viable, funds have to charge more, because inflation is driving up the cost of everything health insurers pay for.

“We also need to ensure hospitals are adequately funded so they can manage

the significant challenges they have experienced due to the pandemic, and the subsequent inflationary economy.”

Health inflation rose by 4 per cent in 2024, with medical and hospital services being the main contributor at a time when the healthcare system was experiencing complex challenges. Health funds paid 8 per cent more for hospital claims last year compared to the year before.

ABS data shows annual increases for other insurance types have surged by up to 11 per cent.

Henry Somerset COMMENT

Oh No Morayfield

The big city $1800-perhour accountant almost had a cardiac arrest at the suggestion that he have a meeting at Morayfield.

His PA was ready to order the ambulance to bring a defibrillator such was the shock that an inner city bigwig should turn off the M1 (Bruce Highway), interrupting a trip to Noosa, to meet a client at Morayfield.

There’s a fiction that the huge boards along the M1 are to stop freeway noise invading the surrounding suburbs.

In fact it is to allow the inner city elites to travel from the multi-million dollar innercity residences to their multimillion dollar holiday house/ unit at Noosa/Mooloolaba without having to look at where the ‘deplorables’ live. In the end we compromised.

I’d thought that if I came

from upper Somerset and he from the city tower, Morayfield was midpoint.

Last time I travelled to the Brisbane CBD, parking cost $60 for two hours, plus the couple of hours moving in heavy traffic with a high proportion of drivers (especially van drivers) who got their licence in a cereal packet.

The compromise was a nice cafe at Burpengary, that surprised my longtime accountant (from when he was desperate for clients as a young penciller) for actual quality coffee. His is a latte.

We had to meet because there are still a few documents, relating to government land and leases, as well as Wills, that require

a real signature on a real piece of paper. Seems some legislators and lawyers don’t trust all this online signing of documents, however convenient.

like to save governments several billion dollars.

Knowing his clientele are largely high-income earners who pay big fees to pay as little as possible to

government - he was in full attention.

My suggestion was that the major Olympic stadium be located next to either Caboolture, Morayfield or Petrie railway stations (not much room near Narangba).

As the bigwig accountant was about to leave the land of deplorables, I asked if he’d

Under My Skin

The ABC of a sick and expensive joke

Should we laugh or cry?

Should we protest in the streets? Should we demand political action? Or should we just give up?

Our national broadcaster, (not my) ABC, is now officially a sick joke — a very expensive laugh-ing stock nationally and internationally. Its administration has demonstrated all the characteristics of a self-styled and over-trained bankrupt — no idea of finances, budgeting, spending restraint, or common sense.

Taxpayers fork out more than $1bn a year to pave the ABC’s corridors with gold but its admin-istration couldn’t manage a pinball machine, let alone operate within its own budget.

Why? For a start the ABC spent $150,000 to send 37 journalists to the Garma Festival in 2023, the year of the Voice referendum.

Two ABC breakfast radio

announcers went to Paris to broadcast to an Adelaide-only audience during last year’s Olympics.

But that sort of spending is peanuts compared with what they gave away. The story goes that “bungling ABC executives missed out on a $1bn Bluey payday after letting the BBC take on the merchandising rights for the Queensland-grown global juggernaut”.

We’re told the ABC’s “lack of commercial acumen was in contrast to the BBC which generated $4.2bn in commercial revenue last financial year”.

When you consider that 40 per cent of Australians never turn on ABC-TV and their TV and ra-dio audience share is plummeting, you have to wonder how much longer can we afford, or toler-ate, such a waste of time and money.

Obviously the cost of living crisis doesn’t affect the ABC elite.

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government - and currently in awe of Elon Musk’s emasculation of the USA

Plenty of land or parks close to railway stations and most of the tradies and suppliers and fabricators are close. And of course the sand and gravel needed for all that concrete are closer to their sources around the western Moreton Bay and upper Brisbane Valley.

Whichever one Moreton Bay railway station gets the athletic stadium, one of the other can get the swimming facility, and the rowing/canoeing can be along the Brisbane Valley where smaller followings require less public transport.

There’s in our region much simpler building, on cheaper land, without the very expensive work around required for inner-city infrastructure (see Cross River Rail $7 billion cost over run).

My bigwig accountant was wide-eyed, not by the multibillion dollar cost savings moving Olympic facilities from inner to outer suburbs. The facilities will be in inner-city because the bigwigs want the facilities close to their inner-city offices and houses - largely paid on their corporate/government credit card.

However none of the bigwigs will need a defibrillator for the shock of going to an outer suburb.

If you haven’t already done so, please sign the Make Domestic and Family Violence e-petition on the Queensland Parliament web site.

It explains why the petition has been drawn up and how, nine years into Queensland’s DFV re-form agenda under the Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Strategy 20162026, the dial has not moved. Queensland Police and DFV service providers are overwhelmed by demand, so sign the petition.

The only way we will get any action is to put pressure on politicians and their advisors.

Signature salmon

There’s an online advertisement I see regularly that issues the command “Stop eating this”, and is accompanied by a picture of a side of salmon.

I’ve never clicked on the ad.

I refuse.

For a start, I hate being told what to do by someone who is probably more of a barrow-

WEASEY’S PROPERTY REPORT

Shining a light on Women in Property issues in CoreLogics 5th Annual Report and a personal note of appreciation to my wife & family, and colleagues.

This week on the 8th of March it is International Women’s Day and also Women’s History Month from the 1st - 31st March.

As I did this time last year, I want to take this opportunity to turn the spotlight to the incredible women who have not only played an important and irreplaceable role in the real estate industry as a whole but have also had a profound impact on my own life, both personally and professionally.

As many of you know, I’ve been completely immersed in the world of real estate for over 18 years now. It’s been a journey filled with challenges, triumphs, and countless lessons learned and there has been one constant through it all: the unwavering support and guidance of the remarkable

women in my life. Let me introduce my new readers to the driving force behind my success: my amazing wife and mother to our five beautiful daughters - Jemima. From the moment we met, she has been my rock, my confidante, my greatest cheerleader and her influence extends far beyond our home. In fact, she plays a dual role in my professional life as well, serving as my personal assistant, bookkeeper and marketing manager. Her organizational skills, attention to detail, and impeccable work ethic have been instrumental in keeping my business running smoothly. Let me tell you, juggling the demands of five daughters while managing my hectic schedule is no small feat, yet she handles it all with grace and aplomb.

She will insist that she is in good company. Countless women make invaluable contributions to the real estate industry every single day. From excellent Principals in positions of leadership like our own Kathy Sweeney at the helm of Remax Living, my wonderful colleagues, fellow agents, brokers and legal teamswomen play a pivotal role in driving innovation, fostering connections, and closing deals. My wife and other mentors regularly offer sage advice and contribute significantly to my achievements. The insights and perspectives of these women is an extraordinary and a constant reminder of the importance of diversity and collaboration.

Career aside, as a father of

pushing influencer than a qualified medico.

Secondly, I love cooking a side of salmon and sharing it with friends (when I can afford it). It’s my signature dish.

So the advertiser is wasting his/her/its time and money on me. Sometimes I wonder what the message might be but I’m a bit on the stubborn side so I won’t even take a peek.

Top brass not shining

How many inquiries does it take before investigators disappear up their own processes? Ask the top echelon of Queensland Police.

Last year senior police selected a site for a new mega complex. The figure of $240 million was thrown around. It’s supposedly costing taxpayers $500k a month for nil result.

Doubts about the legality of signing the lease were raised and police started asking questions in-ternally.

In August a private

five daughters I have a deep personal interest in the state of the housing market in terms of how it impacts the financial and emotional wellbeing of women who were historically at a disadvantage compared to men.

Readers may be interested to look at CoreLogic’s 5th annual Women and Property Report which was released last week. This year the research was conducted by Lonergan using a survey methodology. Home ownership between men and women has broadly evened out over time but the statistics are lower than this time last year across both categories. The report finds that 64.4% of men and 62.7% of women own at least one residential dwelling, whether as a home or investment.

A closer look at other available data reveals that there are inequalities in

company was tasked to do an audit. Then in November the Crime and Cor-ruption Commission was called in.

If the timing and cost estimates are anywhere near correct, the QPS has splashed about $10m up against the wall at a time when cops on the beat can’t get enough support.

It’s time the new Police Minister Dan Purdie demanded an immediate answer as to how, when, why and who made this leasing decision.

Just briefly

Some good news for a change. We’ve been whinging about the hot weather for months. Well, it won’t be long before we are whinging about cold weather. How good is that?

What’s with our politicians? Schoolkids are failing exams at an ever-growing rate and political parties do nothing but blame each other. But all will be resolved when, as proposed, Indigenous

By SKINHEAD

weaving is included in maths teaching. As John McEnroe says, “You cannot be serious”. There must be an election in the wind — $18m worth of taxpayer-funded advertising recently, telling us how good the Federal Government is, and the spending is rapidly increasing. The headline screamed, “Grocery giants ‘lying’; Claims ‘climate excuse’ is cover for squeezing farmers”. Has to be fake news. Grocery chains ripping off farmers? Nah! One reader is definitely not a Meghan Markle fan. On hearing she had a new documentary to be screened on Netflix, he not only refused to watch it, he cancelled his subscription. Email for the Week: “A lot of Australian legends have been dying lately. Just emailing you to let you know I’m OK”.

more ways than one. A much higher share of males aged 18 – 29 reported owning at least one dwelling compared to women in the same age bracket. The problem here of course is that while many women are eventually getting into the property market later in life, they have lost a major advantage in terms of the benefit of capital growth over the long term. It stands to reason then that women have less equity and a higher loan over their property, and that the average value of their property was lower than the average owned by men.

While women who were surveyed placed a much higher rating on the importance on home ownership than men, there is still a fair way to go in terms of solutions to address gender disparities in home ownership, income, and the lower representation of

categories – not to mention smaller superannuation balances due to years of caregiving.

If you would like 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 and helping you achieve your Real Estate goals and dreams. living

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-4x12 Meter Shed: Equipped with 4-meter high roller door

-Generous outdoor patio area, perfect for entertaining

and reducing electricity costs

-Convenient side access available on both sides of the house

Unique Private Acreage Property With Dual Living

-Self-contained spacious granny flat with council approval and full bathroom

-The home previously run as a Bed & Breakfast business

-Huge bedrooms with private bathrooms & very large living area

-Innovative Cool Roof Technology

-Energy-efficient solar panels provide low-cost living

- Relax & enjoy the tranquillity & magical bushland views

-A must do save this property for your earliest inspection

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE

-Spacious and light-filled living, dining, and kitchen areas designed for comfort and seamless flow.

-A generous size outdoor shed, ideal for storage, a workshop, or a hobby space.

-A well-maintained yard perfect for relaxation, gardening, or entertaining guests.

-Equipped with the added bonus of solar power

-Stylish and modern renovated bathroom

-Front and back verandas, ideal for relaxing anytime of the day

-Air-conditioning for those hot steamy summer days

-Scenic acreage property with breath-taking views of Somerset Dam and the surrounding countryside

-Expansive elevated front deck capturing stunning panoramic views

-Two separate living areas, including a main living space, secondary living area, and a spacious games room with a fireplace and direct deck access

-Open-plan kitchen and dining with a large island bench, walk-in pantry, and gas cooking

-Dedicated study or fifth bedroom, perfect for remote work or hobbies

-Alfresco entertainment area overlooking Somerset Dam

-Large 12m x 6m shed for storage or workshop use

-Fire pit area, perfect for family gatherings

-Established fruit trees providing seasonal produce

-Long driveway ensuring privacy and ample parking space

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QLD agriculture leaders meet

Moreton Saleyards Market Reports

AGENTS Boyd O’Brien

Bartholomew reported a yarding of 703 head of cattle. A large quantity of cows came to hand with most lines selling to lasts weeks strong rates. Heavy steers and ox sold to competitive rates with all processors in attendance. Limited feeder steers to quote with feeder heifers selling to strong competition with cattle going to local and travelled buyers. Weaner and yearling steers and heifers sold to a very competitive panel of buyers with sought after restocker types going back to the paddock.

B De’Ambrosis sold Weaner Males Droughtmaster X 406.2c/kg $846p/head.

Hillside Hoofs N Hounds sold Weaner Steers Charolais X 397.2c/kg $922p/head.

A Webster Weaner sold Heifers Limousin X 320.0c/ kg $1056p/head.

D Hirn Vealer sold Heifers Limousin X 327.2c/kg $909p/ head.

Pryde Pastoral sold Backgrounder Steers Santa 403.2c/kg $1149p/head.

D Laing sold Feeder Heifers Charolais X 320.2c/ kg $1414p/head.

Hodges Family sold

4 Tooth Pasture Heifers Brangus 332.2c/kg $1777p/ head.

GC Value Pty Ltd sold 6 Tooth Heifers Charolais 328.0c/kg $1771p/head.

Yabba Pastoral sold 4 Tooth Pasture Ox Santa 342.2c/kg $1973p/head.

M McNaught sold 6 Tooth Pasture Ox Droughtmaster X 342.2c/kg $2232p/head.

Pakleppa Pastoral sold Full Mouth Ox Limousin X 337.2c/kg $2714p/head.

G Gimple sold Heavy Cows Hereford X 285.2c/kg $2181p/head.

A & B Little sold Medium Cows Charbray 305.0c/kg $2150p/head.

R & H Milner sold Pens of Heavy Cows Brangus 299.2c/ kg $1849p/head.

Sydney Williams sold Pens of Heavy Cows Santa 288.2c/kg $1701p/head. Delcosta Pty Ltd sold Pens of Medium Cows Brahman 289.2c/kg $1594p/head. Pakleppa Pastoral sold Heavy Bulls Senepol X 281.2c/kg $2221p/head.

D & P Lukritz

NARANGBA

COOMINYA

Cattle markets

$2440.

LAIDLEY

683 head were sold at Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale on Thursday.

A good quality yarding of cattle saw prices remaining strong throughout, with all processors, feedlots and western buyers in operation.

LeMann Investments, Lake Clarendon, sold Santa & Charbray cows for $1700, lines of quality Charolais cross calves, 6-8 months, with steers making $1280 & $1210 and heifers for $820.

Reinke Family, Mt Sylvia, sold a Santa bull for $2300 and cows for $1800.

Owen Southwood, Grantham, sold a Droughtmaster bull for

Ardlui Farming, Glamorganvale, sold a line of Charolais milk tooth heifers for $1760.

John Sutton, Fordsdale, sold Charolais cows or $1580.

Fleur Adams & Craig Simpson, Mulgowie, sold Santa cows for $1450 and vealer heifers for $810.

Metcalf Farms, Gatton, sold Santa cows for $1590 and cows & calves for $1700.

Hardmyle Pty Ltd, Brightview, sold Charolais cows for $1570.

Kim Francis, Blenheim, sold Droughtmaster heifers for $1420, $1160, $1140, $1100 & $1090. Glenn Roosen, Crows

Nest, sold lines of milk tooth Charolais cross heifers for $1520 & $1320.

Alan Muirhead, Mt Whitestone, sold Droughtmaster feeder steers for $1680.

Noel Goltz, Junction View, sold lines of Brahman cross steers for $1720 & $1690.

Val Evans, Ma Ma Creek, sold Droughtmaster cows for $1700 and steers for $1540.

Col & Marg Duncan, Flagstone Creek, sold Charolais backgrounder steers for $1530 and weaner steers for $1320.

Josh Kleise, Ingoldsby, sold Santa & Angus backgrounder steers for $1430, $1360 & $1260.

Dan Speedy, West Haldon, sold Droughtmaster backgrounder steers for $1450 & $1250 and heifers

for $1040.

Trevor & Lorelle Neibling, Laidley, sold Charolais weaners, with steers making $1280 and heifers $900.

Ron Gehrke, Summerholme, sold Dairy foster cows, with young calves at foot, for $1900 & $1550.

Michael O’Brien, Lanefield, sold Simmental steers for $1300.

Cliff Walker, Rockmount, sold Limousin weaner steers for $1140.

Nicole Cutler, Ingoldsby, sold Droughtmaster backgrounder steers for $1400.

Bruce Greer, Flagstone Creek, sold Brangus steers for $1400.

Shirley Schultz, Laidley, sold Angus cross weaner steers for $1120.

Meadow Farms, Mt Tarampa, sold Brangus vealers for $800, $790 & $720.

Rodney Kanofski, Calvert, sold Charbray yearling heifers for $1170.

Taunton Pastoral, Iredale, sold a line of Speckle Park cows & calves for $1725.

Cribrum Pastoral, Purga, sold Droughtmaster cows & calves for $1700.

WOODFORD

With the forecast for rain, cattle sold to stronger rates at Stariha Auctions weekly Woodford cattle sale on Monday.

Boddington Family Trust, Federal, sold pens of Charolais cross cows for $1590 & $1390, aged store cows for $1290 & $1270, feeder heifers for $1000 and

Insights from global practices protect Australian crops in extreme weather

varying amounts of stress any time of the year,” he said.

vealer heifers for $730 & $720.

Brian Rowe, Dayboro, sold Droughtmaster steers for $1170, cows for $1400 and cows & calves for $1710.

Woodford Carriers, Woodford, sold Brahman steers for $1700. Scott Burgess, Stanmore, sold Angus light feeder heifers for $1010, vealers for $800 and cows for $1530.

Leanne Smith, Stony Creek, sold Droughtmaster steer calves for $850 and vealer heifers for $890.

Anthony Klein, Cedarton, sold a line of Angus steer calves for $720.

K Barlow, Reesville, sold Droughtmaster vealer heifers for $730.

K & R Nichols, Stanmore, sold Droughtmaster steer calves for $705.

AUSTRALIAN farmers struggling to manage crops in extreme weather are encouraged to follow the lead of farmers around the world and increase anti-stress preventatives to safeguard crops and livelihoods.

ProdOz crop science technologist Zen Kynigos said there had been growing national demand for antistress fertiliser Indra as extreme conditions, such as Far North Queensland’s summer floods, forced farmers to ramp up risk management strategies to mitigate yield and quality loss.

The new-generation fertiliser was developed by Levity Crop Science, a global industry pioneer of agricultural products designed to improve production, reduce waste and enhance soils. Led by world-renowned plant physiologist Dr David Marks, Levity’s research

team focuses on abiotic stress, the key limiting factor in Southern Europe, the Middle East and South Africa for yield and quality, due to weather.

“Indra was developed so farmers around the world can continue growing when hit by stressful growing conditions such as floods, droughts, strong winds and heatwaves. It is widely used in Europe, South Africa, New Zealand and the United States of America where

it has significantly helped reduce crop loss. Over the past three years, we’ve also seen a rise in demand in Australia,” Mr Kynigos said.

Australian orchard crops such as mangoes and avocados were particularly susceptible to variable weather-related stress from excessive heat, rain, cyclones and floods causing fruits and flowers to abort and impacting yield.

“There’s not a plant in Australia unaffected by

“Indra specifically aids recovery from waterlogging by stimulating the production of cell wall protectants and antioxidants and balancing the supply of nutrients.”

He said heatwaves could damage plants by affecting growth, photosynthesis, and water balance, leading to pest and disease susceptibility. As plants lost water through transpiration, buds and flowers could drop to conserve energy.

“Indra can be used ahead

of a weather event (where they can be predicted), during the event to mitigate damage or after the event for recovery. However, for best results farmers should incorporate it into programs and use it monthly as a risk management strategy for adverse weather and for continuous results.”

Mr Kynigos said Indra worked by promoting the plant’s antioxidant production to safeguard crops from quality and yield loss, reducing ethylene and supporting strong cell walls. A key benefit was its low application rate of approximately $20 per hectare.

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Somerset Regional Council will be conducting a wild dog baiting program throughout Somerset to control wild dog numbers.

Important information when baiting with 1080:

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

Baits cannot be laid within 50m of a roadway or within 5m of a boundary fence. Notification of 72 hours must be given to all adjoining neighbours (including across roadways).

• An authority to sign form is required if obtaining baits for another person. You must supply your rates notice.

• Unconsumed baits are to be retrieved within seven days and destroyed.

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

10 March Middle Creek, Bryden, 7.30am-9am

10 March Fernvale Recreation Grounds, 10.30am-12pm

10 March Kilcoy Showgrounds, 7.30am-9am

10 March Moore Pony Club, Station Street, 10.30am-12pm

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

• No bones, rotten meat or carcasses will be impregnated.

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

KILCOY CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

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Esk golf

Friday Turkey Run February 28 - Winner - I Macintyre 48/30; Saturday March 1 - Matchplay Qualifying Monthly Medal, Single Stroke Sponsored by Heinz Knubel - Winner B Thorogood 67nett; Top day with the top 16 players going into the Matchplay Finals. Winner was Bruce taking out the Monthly Medal. Many thanks to Heinz for sponsoring the event.

Sunday March 2 - 9 Hole Chooky - Winner C Neilsen 29nett; Another good day with 18 players out there. A good win for Chris, with Greg taking R/UP spot. Cooky and Shaun sharing the pin shots, and the Old Pom Col taking out the putting Competition.

Lowood golf

Results for Tuesday 25 February 2025

Single Stableford - Winner: P Morgan 39 ocb R/Up: L Greinke 39; Results for Thursday 27 February 2025 Single Stableford - Men: Winner: G Milady 41; Ladies: Winner: C Pyers 40; Secret Partners (4B multiplier): Winners: J Ormaechea & J Nicholls 77.

Results for Saturday 1 March 2025 Single Stroke - Div 1: Winner: Paul Coles 71 ocb; Div 2: Winner: D Pirotta 66.

Toogoolawah golf

Monday 24th February Ladies travelled to Lowood for the 1st round of Triple Valley Pennants. Sandy Gallop V Toogoolawah. Toogoolawah Won 3/2 Congratulations Team Toogoolawah.

Wednesday 26th February No Ladies Golf due a function at Club house. Pm Chook Run winner Garry Hutchinson. Saturday 1st March Toogoolawah IGA proudly sponsored a Single Stroke in Conjunction with March Monthly MedalOverall Best Gross Michael O’Connor 76. Overall Best Nett Robyn Bagster 66 nett. Ulla Freihofner 66 nett Ladies winner. Men’s winner Clinton Smith 70 nett on a count back. Congratulations Clinton and Robyn on winning the Monthly Medal for March. Another great day provided by the IGA Toogoolawah, We thank you for your support.

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.

Proposed Development

Make a submission from 06 March to 27 March 2025

Child Care Centre (150 Places) Where: 457 Morayfield Road

BURPENGARY

On: Lot 2 RP82494

Approval sought: Development

Permit for Material Change of Use Application ref: DA/2024/3429

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

Moreton Bay City Council PO BOX 159 Caboolture QLD 4510 council@moretonbay.qld.gov.au 07 3205 0555 www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016

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

www.somerset.qld.gov.au

Woodford C.C.C. WOODFORD SINGERS AGM 24th March 2025 at 10:00am at Woodford Community Hall All committee positions are open for election.

Membership is to be paid prior to voting. New members are welcome.

Kilcoy Race Club Casual Position

Approx. 20 Hours Weekly Available For A Strong Willing Worker Must Have Knowledge Of Machinery, Grounds Maintenance And General Help. Apply, Email: Admin@kilcoyraceclub.com.au

GARAGE SALES

KILCOY, 28 Robson Street. Starting from Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd March continuing every Saturday & Sunday until 29th & 30th March. 7am – 1pm. Pots, plants, garden accessories, homewares, furniture, craft supplies and lots more.

Coming Events: Saturday 8th March Graeme Kuhn and Leanne Collie’s Trophy Day. A 4BBB Stableford. Golfer/Golfer --- Golfer/NonGolfer. 12.00pm shotgun Start. Monday 10th March Triple Valley pennants at Sandy Gallop – Toogoolawah V Lowood 8.50am tee off

Wednesday 12th March ladies AM Golf 8.00am/PM Chook Run 3.30pm tee off

Caboolture darts

Results of Caboolture Social Darts Club Pot Luck Doubles played Monday Night 24th February at the Combined Services Hall Hayes Street Caboolture.

Twenty Eight Players enjoyed the night with winners being Anton/Cecil and runners up Ian/Davo. Sherrie had a high score of 125 and Mark B a 140 to win prizes. The best peg on the night was Davo with a 118. Juniors Blake had a 40 peg whilst Ruby had a high score of 89.

Visitors are always welcome with names by 7.15pm . Full bar coffee other drinks always available. For further information text or ring Cecil 0411 698 807 or Ian 0400 475 007.

Kilcoy bowls

Tuesday 25 February – Trophy Day kindly sponsored by Ann Pope & Michael Dunn. Winners of the day, with the highest winning score of 23, were Jenny Edwards, Ian P., Nicky Bennett & Col McGrath.

Congratulations to Rhonda Cochran who has been selected to play in the district challenge against Brisbane District on 9 March. We hope you enjoy the experience, Rhonda.

Saturday 1 March – We had 20 players for social bowls including two international visitors from England. Winners, drawn out of the hat, were Dave Handy, Brian Stretton, Judy Stretton & Lester Bechly.

Coming Events: Saturday Bowls – Every Saturday. Afternoon social bowls open to anyone and everyone. Register by 12.30pm for 1pm start. No experience necessary. Juniors from 9 years old welcome. Bowls are available. $10 per person green fees. Flat soled shoes, or bare feet. Social bowls every Tuesday - names by 8.45am for 9.30 start. Everyone is welcome.

Eagles are

flying into a new season

THE Narangba Eagles Senior Women have bounced back from their first round draw, smashing New Farm United 5-0 on Saturday, March 1.

Caitlin Watts scored two consecutive goals and the last goal of the game, with Jessica Hewitt scoring the first in the 18th minute.

Skye Simmonds also scored a goal for the Eagles in the second half.

They will play their round 3 match against North Star on Friday, March 7. The Narangba Senior Men kicked off their season on Saturday as well, going down 1-0 to New Farm United.

New Farm scored the only goal in the 51st minute of the match.

In the 62nd and 69th minute, the game cranked up a notch, with two yellow cards given out to New Farm players.

But it wasn’t long until Narangba also was given out a yellow card, before one more yellow card was given out to each team.

The Narangba U23’s Men also had a loss to start to season last weekend, going down 3-0 to New Farm United.

JB Sporting Services partner with the Capras

Collaboration aims to develop rugby league in Central QLD region

◗ Kirra Livingstone

LOCAL athletic development business, JB Sporting Services, have officially joined forces with the Central Queensland (CQ) Capras to improve rugby league programs in the CQ region. The two organisations announced the partnership on Tuesday, February 4, and noted this represents a “promising step forward for the development of rugby league”.

“By joining forces, we aim to expand access to the sport, ensuring growth and development in both female and male participants,” they said in a joint statement.

“This collaboration is set to positively impact our region, encouraging broader participation in the sport we love.”

JB Sporting Services owner, Jarrod Bailey, said the partnership will include teaming up on a range of workshops.

“We get to collaborate together and when we have events, we will go out in

forces in the west and run things together,” he said.

“If I’ve got clinics or camps they will supply a wellbeing officer, or a coach for education.”

Jarrod said the semi professional team approached him asking to work together, after admiring his high quality rugby league camps and clinics.

“They seemed like what my camp was like in Chinchilla, and they rang me up and we had a conversation,” he said.

“We ticked every box and we were working on creating the same things, and we’re crossing over areas too.

“They knew I had connections and a good rapport in their area, it was just a no brainer that we come together and partner up, it was the best thing for local rugby league.”

This partnership will also provide more opportunities to young rugby league players looking to make the sport their career one day.

FOOTY

Photo credit- Capras

Tier 1 Women miss finals

◗ Kirra Livingstone

THE Caboolture Cricket

Tier 1 Women’s team have been knocked out of the finals, after losing their semi final match to CooroyEumundi on Sunday, March 2. Despite Caboolture winning the toss and electing to bat, the Moreton Bay side lost 10/104 to 4/107. The game went down

to the wire, with the opposition reaching the runs target two overs before the end of the innings.

Caboolture team coach, Jayden Coffin, said the team lost a key player from the squad in the lead up to the semi final.

“Our vice captain, Brianna Coffin, decided to break her finger, well she dislocated it at training and then there was a little fracture in it,” he said.

“So that was really hurtful to her, but it was a close and really good game, and they played and batted really well.

“The girls fought hard but the other team were just better on the day, it just wasn’t their day.”

Jayden added that he was pleased with the overall effort of his team.

“I’m very proud, I told them that after the game and said that everyone

should hold their head up high,” he said.

“It was an awesome year, to a coach the winning is just a bonus, I get my joy out of seeing everyone develop as a player.

“I also told them that some players don’t even get to play finals cricket their whole life.”

Making the semi finals in any grass roots sport is an accomplishment in itself, and Jayden said that

the team were relatively positive after the loss.

“It was a loss so they were a bit down, but I said to them to make sure at the end of the day if you put 100 per cent in and try your best, you can walk off with your head high,” he said.

“I’m pretty sure that they did that, they all seemed to be okay at the end of the game, as much as they can be.”Jayden added that both teams celebrated after the

game, with the Caboolture side cooking up a BBQ. They are now looking forward to the club’s presentation night which will be in early April.

Caboolture’s top three division men’s teams are expected to play in the two day semi finals. If the Division 1 Men’s team win, it will be the first time in three years they’ve won both the one and two day grand finals in the same season.

The Caboolture Tier 1 Women’s team at the start of the season.