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TAKE a bow Kaylee McKeown.

What a marvel and what a marvellous result for her and Australia at the Paris Games.

Two golds, a medley relay silver and three bronze. An incredible tally.

And that’s before we even talk about a historic first: defending her two golds –100m and 200m backstroke – from Tokyo.

Sporting nine medals across two Games, including five individual golds makes her the most successful individual Australian Olympian of all time.

QLD crime rates drop amid surge in DV stats

THE latest Queensland Police Service crime statistics reveal a decrease in overall offence rates, with significant improvements in youth crime.

Youth offences dropped by nearly 7 per cent in the 2023/24 financial year, and the number of unique youth offenders decreased by 2 per cent from the previous year, and 18 per cent since 2012/13.

However, despite these reductions, domestic violence continues to impact crime rates, now comprising over 50 per cent of assault offences. This is up from 24.4 per cent in 2019-2020.

Premier Steven Miles emphasised the importance of community safety, highlighting increased resources and police presence.

“I have always said we will invest in what we know works, which is why I have delivered more resources,

more police on the beat and more early intervention across Queensland,” he said.

Police Minister Mark Ryan said any instance of crime is “totally unacceptable”.

“For every crime there is a victim and the impact can be traumatising,” he said.

Mr Ryan praised the police’s use of ‘surge’ operations like Operation Whiskey Legion, which targeted high-harm crime hotspots across seven districts, including Moreton Bay where 194 officers were deployed.

Police Commissioner Steve Gollschewski acknowledged the growing impact of domestic violence and pledged continued adaptation of strategies to tackle high-harm offending.

“We will continue to target high harm offending through specific deployments such as Operation Whiskey Legion and Taskforce Guardian,” he said.

Let’s leave Kaylee to describe what this feels like:

“On day 7 I hit a milestone in my career becoming the rst woman to ever win the 100/200 backstroke - back to back - at an Olympic Games. Moments like these will never be forgotten!”

And to think her stellar sporting life began in Caboolture and St Paul’s

Lutheran Primary School Student.

The laudatory notes have come thick and fast: ‘Legendary’, the ‘Greatest Of All Time’ and more by people you can trust.

Okay, she’s that good.

What are the rest of us mere mortals to make of this as we either stay up at night or turn on the TV in the early hours... or, more commonly, catch the highlights at a respectable hour?

Well, her success is the nation’s. Too often we’re afraid to hoist our flag and celebrate being Australian.

So it’s almost a relief to be able to celebrate ‘our’ success and feel pride shoulder to shoulder with family, friends and strangers.

Yet while the focus is on winners, sometimes the real emotional ‘pull’ is watching the reaction athletes who don’t quite hit their stride.

Our young divers putting one foot wrong to be denied

a medal, our track athletes who, by and large, fall well behind the rest of the world.

But they do, and should, stand tall, because they represent all of us with poise, humility and graciousness in defeat.

Gold.

Hearing the French crowd roar for their hometown stars has also been spinetingling.

In part, that’s because of the power of a partisan crowd, but also because - and I’m sure I’m not the only pundit thinking this - that will be us in a few short years. We’ve just got the next curtain raiser - Los Angeles - to go and the let’s go Brisbane 2032.

Go Australia!

Now I’ve been told to stop calling favourites, but up there in our stories this week is a boxing match between two women, which we were luck enough to get to.

Woodford Manor Aged

A GROUNDBREAKING research initiative is revolutionising mealtime experiences for individuals with dementia through the use of artificial intelligence (AI).

Titled “What Would You Like to Eat? Supporting Residents with Dementia to Participate in Mealtime Decisions,” this innovative project involves a collaboration between The University of Queensland, the University of Sunshine Coast (UniSC), and the nonprofit organisation Lutheran Services, with residents at Lutheran Services’ St Paul’s Aged Care in Caboolture participating in the project.

The research, spearheaded by Dr Tricia King, a photography lecturer at UniSC, aims to leverage AI to create visual prompts that help dementia patients recall food memories and make informed meal choices.

Initially launched at Immanuel Gardens Aged Care, the study has expanded to several Lutheran Services sites, including St Paul’s Caboolture, Woodridge, and Laidley.

“The early phases of this research are proving successful,” Dr King said.

“We work with participants to understand their meal preferences and food memories, then use AI to generate images of meals tailored to their tastes.

“We assess their reactions to these images, noting their preferences for presentation aspects like lighting and food appearance.”

The ultimate goal is to develop an AI-generated visual menu that will assist individuals in making meal choices.

Dr King envisions this tool as a means to enhance communication and decision-making for those

with dementia. Tricia Davis, Lutheran Services’ Executive Lead for Aged Care and Quality, highlighted the project’s significance for improving resident wellbeing.

“This research addresses a crucial need, as cognitive decline increases the risk of malnutrition.

It complements our commitment to high-quality dining experiences,” she said.

The research also

Care hosted the fight between resident Kay Hooper and employee Sharni Wilson (who just happens to be boxing star Liam Wilson’s twin sister). Sharni had the advantage of having Liam in his corner, but please read the story (p24) to find out more about the bout between Spitfire Wilson and Bad to the Bone Hooper.

We were also out and about this weekend at the Caboolture Historical Society - the volunteers there do such a fantastic job in keeping new generations alive to our past.

Hundreds were decked out across various eras and it was a great day out (p6). Finally a big congrats to Kilcoy horsejumper April Davies, who was the top-placed foreigner in the 1.20m jump category of the 2024 Global Amateur Mexico Tour, which took place in Mexico recently (p10).

AI against dementia FROM THE EDITOR

explores creating an app with AI-generated images to support communication as residents’ cognitive abilities diminish.

Dr King said it was an exciting prospect to integrate photography with AI.

“This project represents a significant step forward in using technology to engage individuals with cognitive impairments, and we are optimistic about its potential impact,” she said.

Bad to the Bone Hooper and Spitfire Wilson boxing at Woodford Manor, with Liam Wilson judging. Story p24

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Dr Tricia King and St Paul’s resident conducting AI study.

THE anticipated 50 cent fares for Translink services have kicked off this week, meaning all fares on South East Queensland buses, trains (excluding Airtrain), ferries, trams, on demand services, and regional urban bus services will be 50c for the next six months.

Below are some tips and suggestions released by Translink to make journeys easier:

• Services in South East Queensland are cashless, so have your go card, contactless card, smart device or valid paper ticket ready.

• Arrive at your stop five minutes before the scheduled departure time.

• Use the Translink app or journey planner on the Translink website to plan your journey in advance.

• To hail a bus, stand in a visible location and raise your hand early to ensure the bus driver can see you.

• To get off a bus, press the stop button well before your stop.

• Don’t forget to tap on and tap off If you’re transferring to another service, your fare will still be 50 cents, as long as you transfer within the time limit. https:// translink.com.au/ticketsand-fares/50-cent-fares

A liveability jackpot

Moreton Bay and Somerset councils share in $32m funding boost

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MORETON Bay and Somerset will share over $32 million across seven liveability projects, intended to boost their local communities.

The projects will be jointly funded by the Federal and State Government as part of the first tranche of projects funded under the South East Queensland (SEQ) Liveability Fund.

This is one of the commitments delivered under the $1.8 billion SEQ City Deal, a partnership between the Australian and Queensland governments and SEQ Council of Mayors (made up of 11 local governments) to generate long-lasting benefits for the fast-growing region.

Moreton Bay will receive over $30m for five projects, including improvements to the pedestrian and cyclist access to Centenary Lakes in Caboolture, by upgrading paths, adding street safety features, and constructing a river boardwalk with improved street-lighting.

Centenary Lakes will also be receiving funding for a new playground, which will offer an inclusive, all-ages and abilities recreational space, featuring play structures, toilets and change block, sensory

trails and amenities such as picnic areas, BBQs, and ample shading.

Suttons Beach Pavilion

Public Space, in Redcliffe, is also among the list of projects, getting a mixeduse community building, integrating public spaces and amenities, as well as retail or hospitality areas based on community feedback.

The other two projects include the Mill Lakes Precinct Activation in Petrie, and the Boongaree to Woorim Active and Accessible Community Infrastructure.

Moreton Bay Council will have to contribute $15m overall to the five projects, in addition to the $30m federal and state funding.

Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery said this funding was welcomed and will be great to keep residents and visitors active and enjoying the outdoors.

“I’m excited to see projects come to fruition,” he said.

“This funding demonstrates what can be achieved when all levels of governments work together.”

Somerset Council will be receiving $830,000 for Stage 1 of the Kilcoy Streetscape Revitalisation project, which will involve streetscape

improvements to the Eastern Gateway to Kilcoy and include construction of a carpark, associated landscaping, a new gazebo and picnic seating.

The project aims to create a gateway arrival experience for the town, attracting locals and visitors alike.

Somerset’s second project, also receiving $830,000, is Stage 1 of the Lowood Futures Strategy, which will create improved access to public open spaces through the relocation of the town’s central carpark in preparation of a Green Botanic Core, enhancing the town centre and providing improved access to Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.

The project will provide a central space for the community to meet and promote community pride in the centre.

Somerset Council will not have to provide any additional funding for the projects.

Somerset Mayor, Jason Wendt, echoed Mr Flannery’s comments on what can be achieved when all levels of government work together, emphasising how these projects will help promote tourism of the area.

“We’re excited to see funding confirmed from the SEQ City Deal Liveability

fund, which will help Council deliver a number of important projects for our region,” he said.

Federal Member for Blair, Shayne Neumann, said this funding will help make the region an “even better place to live and work”.

“This is one of the fastest growing regions in Queensland and this funding will support important community infrastructure, so we can maintain our enviable lifestyle into the future,” he said.

“We already know Ipswich, the Somerset region and Karana Downs are wonderful places to live, and with three levels of government working well

will provide a total $200 million funding to deliver 22 projects across the 11 local governments that make up the Council of Mayors (Brisbane, Moreton Bay, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Logan, Noosa, Redland, Scenic Rim, Somerset, Sunshine Coast, and Toowoomba).

One in seven Australians – or around four million people – currently call SEQ home.

By 2046, the region’s population is expected to grow to nearly six million.

Funding for a second tranche of projects currently undergoing detailed assessment is expected to be announced in the

Shayne Neumann MP and Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt announce $1.66 million funding for projects in Lowood and Kilcoy.

Satellite’s staff juggle

‘We weren’t very impressed’ after Satellite Hospital is left with

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A CABOOLTURE local has shared her shocking experience at the Caboolture Satellite Hospital, after she and her daughter had to wait three hours to be seen, due to there only being one doctor on site.

The resident took her daughter to the Satellite Hospital on Wednesday, July 17, around 8:30am, after her daughter couldn’t hold down any food or fluids and had a high temperature for two days.

This happened to also be the day of Bribie Island’s Satellite Hospital grand opening.

The resident said she was “amazed” and “disappointed” when a nurse came out with a security guard at 10am to put up a sign that said patients should expect long delays, as all the doctors, except one, got taken to the new Bribie hospital.

“You could see all the staff there were under a lot of stress and pressure, especially since there were also ambulances showing up, on top of the people in the waiting room,” she said.

“I was very disappointed on behalf of the staff and us patients because they advertise these hospitals so much to help the big hospitals, but then leave one doctor, so me and the staff weren’t very

impressed.

“The Caboolture staff were great and doing everything they could to help, including getting patients in the wait room water, tea and coffee, but a lot of people were not happy.”

The resident and her daughter eventually got seen at 11:30am, but she added there were people in the waiting room who were there before her, and were still waiting by the time she left

While acknowledging most of the staff were handling the pressure very well, the last nurse who saw her and her daughter couldn’t hide her frustration, saying “we’re all tired”.

A Metro North Health spokesperson said it’s “standard practice” for staff to be shared across facilities as required “to meet community need and demand”.

“Staffing for the Caboolture and Bribie Island Satellite Hospitals sits with Metro North’s Caboolture, Kilcoy and Woodford clinical directorate,” they said.

“Metro North Health’s Satellite Hospitals, based at Caboolture, Kallangur and Bribie Island, are proving successful in bringing care closer to home for Moreton Bay residents.

“As Moreton Bay is a

growing region with increasing healthcare needs, we continue to invest in healthcare services for the region and as such, continue to recruit accordingly.”

Satellite Hospitals have been built to help relieve pressure of major hospitals, such as Caboolture and Redcliffe, by attending to nonurgent injuries and illnesses, such as simple fractures, infections and allergies, sprains, strains, and minor burns.

“Since opening, the Caboolture, Bribie Island and Kallangur clinics have collectively seen over 39,500 people and have reduced emergency department presentations for less-urgent

needs at Caboolture and Redcliffe Hospitals,” the spokesperson said.

According to the State Government, who fund these hospitals, the Kallungur and Caboolture Satellite Hospitals receive the second and third most amount of daily patients out of the existing seven Satellite Hospitals in Queensland, averaging 81 and 69 patients respectively in July.

Queensland Minister for Health, Mental Health and Ambulance Services, Shannon Fentiman, said data shows Satellite Hospitals have reduced non-urgent presentations in emergency departments by up to 24 per cent.

one doctor

Caboolture Satellite Hospital.

“I would like to thank the dedicated frontline healthcare staff working in the facilities to ensure patients receive worldclass care,” she said.

“Not only do they assist people with minor injuries, but they also provide access to vital services such as dialysis and mental health support closer to home.”

The Caboolture Satellite Hospital is open from 8am to 10pm, seven days a week, at 15 Rowe Street, Caboolture. Appointment-based services include oral health services, mental health specialist services, and sleep services and consultation.

For more info visit https:// www.qld.gov.au/health/ services/satellite-hospitals.

MORETON Bay residents can register for the next Moreton Says survey on August 9.

If locals complete the survey between 9 August and 4pm 9 September 2024, they will be eligible to go into the draw to win one of ten Moreton Money digital gift cards valued at $100 each. In this survey, Moreton Bay Council wants to know resident’s thoughts on: issues facing local area, environment and sustainability, long-term city planning, and if Council is meeting expectations.

Since launching Moreton Says, more than 20,000 surveys have been completed allowing Council to better bring the views, needs, priorities and aspirations of the communities into Council’s decision-making.

It involves a series of region-wide surveys to better understand and keep track of what matters most to the communities.

For more information visit moretonbay.link/ moretonsays, email yoursay@moretonbay.qld. gov.au or catch up with at one of the upcoming Moreton Says popups during August and September.

Free help for small business

A FREE service is being offered to help small businesses and start-ups at the Esk Library on August 13, and Lowood Library on August 15.

Businesses wanting to grow or needing support to employ staff or just wanting advice, free mentoring and support services will be available including:

- Access grants and financial assistance information

- “Back to Work” Support payments of up to $20,000 for eligible employers who hire eligible unemployed Queenslanders

- Free short courses on recruiting and retaining employees

- Referrals to other government agencies including the Queensland Small Business Commissioner advocacy and support service

- Subsidised training and incentives, including apprenticeships and traineeship information

- Opportunities to supply to the Queensland Government

To book a free appointment in Esk, email ddswdesbt@desbt.qld. gov.au. To book a free appointment in Lowood call or text your details to 0436 621 433. Please reference ‘Lowood Hub Booking’. Walk-ins welcome.

Police crush vikings

Motorbikers clash with Queensland Police over fundraiser event

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POLICE who descended on a charity fundraising event at a Moreton Bay pub thwarted attempts to raise more money for a local volunteer fire brigade, organisers claim.

The third annual Viking Breed Tattoo and Bike Show fundraiser at the Dag Pub on July 13 was “interrupted” by police who made their presence known by handing out infringement notices to a number of bikers.

The event raised $15,000, some $6,000 short of the previous year’s efforts.

A spokesperson for the Viking Breed Social Motorcycle Club (VBSMC) said it was disappointing that police were present.

“This year we were hassled by our friends at Queensland Police, which put a damper on the day,” the spokesperson said.

“The public shied away and that was reflective in our funds.”

They said that it was

“poor form” and “I think there’s bigger fish to fry at the end of the day”.

“It wasn’t obviously about road safety because they just targeted our event and were just handing out infringements for guys that had their handlebars too high.”

Queensland Police spokesperson said they attended the event because it was an important deterrent for outlaw motorcycle gangs (OMCG).

“Officers from Crime and Intelligence Command’s Organised Crime Gangs Group (OCGG) undertook proactive activities at an event The Dag Pub, D’Aguilar on July 13 following intelligence about attendance by people

strategies by police.”

The spokesperson added that the “highly visible police presence was measure impacting OMCG attendance at the event.”

ectively supressed any behaviour, and the event occurred without incident, and with minimal impact on

Thyme

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the wider community and event participants,” they said.

Last year the fundraiser event managed to raise over $21,000, but this year only made $15,000 for the Bellthorpe Rural Fire Brigade.

Despite the disappointing tally, organisers said they year.

“It’s a community spirit event so it’s getting everyone involved around the area just come together have a look at some great bikes and tattoos,” the VBSMC spokesperson said.

“We’re looking to improve each year but at the end of

From gutter grime to shine

FAMILY owned business Gutter-Vac Brisbane North-East guarantees outstanding customer service, whilst cleaning gutters.

The husband and wife duo, Wes and Kate Hunt, opened their gutter cleaning business at the start of the year, after owning a mowing and gardening business for six years.

Their professional approach is complemented by state-of-the-art gutter cleaning technology, ensuring all the gutter debris is cleared and

collected, minimising any mess around the property.

As part of their customer service, they provide before and after photos, along with a report on the job done, ensuring residents know what their dealing with on their roof.

“Seeing a job completed and well done is always satisfying - we see some shockingly full gutters, and some people don’t realise how much that puts their property at risk of water damage from overflowing gutters,” they said.

Gutter-Vac is fully insured, safety trained and

accredited for working at heights, cleaning both residential and commercial properties.l

The team also provide other home maintance services, including solar panel cleaning and pressure washing.

While based in Ningi, Wes and Kate service anywhere from Bribie out to Kilcoy and from Glasshouse Mountains down to Narangba. They are open Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm. Contact them today at 1300 654 253 or visit guttervac.com.au

Husband and wife duo, Wes and Kate Hunt

Vikings Breed Smc North Brisbane raised over $15,000 for Bellthorpe Rural Fire Brigade.

Photo credits: Facebook/ Viking Breed Smc North Brisbane

Nanty narking Caboolture

poets, and scottish pipe and celtic bands.

MORETON BAY stepped back in time on Sunday, August 4 as locals celebrated the Caboolture Historical Society’s annual Heritage Day.

Penny farthings, vintage cars and costumes brought the village to life, along with many displays, including blacksmiths, bread dough

Antique machine restorations and train rides also entertained attendees of all ages, along with many workshops such as leather carving. The Historical Village consists of beautifully constructued and preserved historical buildings, including a letter press, jail, hospital, aviation museum, farm, and hotel,

lending itself perfectly to taking guests back to a different era.

One of the standout buildings is Morayfield State School’s 1873 building, which consists of a small one room building and had 34 students in its first year.

Happy 30th Tullawong!

TULLAWONG State High

the school celebrated its 30th anniversary. From current students and staff to alumni and original employees, the school was filled with nostalgia and shared experiences.

“I believe that for many alumni students and staff members it was emotional walking back through the gates or going for one of tours to see their classrooms,” Deputy Principal Geoff Hooton said.

“For some of the longerterm staff members, it was fantastic to hear the stories of what they are doing now and how they got there.

“For our current students, any opportunity for them to hear about pathways and experiences beyond school is invaluable.”

One of the highlights of the day was the visitor book, which was left with “some amazing messages” to staff and the school, from foundation alumni students all the way to last year’s graduates.

“All of our alumni students and staff are part of our Tullawong family, and it was fantastic for our community to celebrate this milestone,” Mr Hooton said.

The school was presented with plaques celebrating

the event by State Member for Morayfield, Mark Ryan, and Federal Member for Longman, Terry Young.

Other memorable moments of the celebration included a speech from foundation principal, Alistair Morrice (1994-2004) who spoke of the early years of the school. There was also a flashback about the school’s first week from one of the first school vice captains, Peter ChangChien, and performances by the school’s dance team, drama troupe, and music ensembles. The day ended with a very popular raffle draw with around 40 prizes that had been donated.

Congrats Tullawong on the big 3-0!

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The Regency period (1811-1820).

Victorian era style.

Family fun day

Redcliffe Spinners Redcliffe Weavers & Dyers.

Leather carving workshop.

Children learning about World War II artillary.

Blacksmith display.

Military re-enactors.

Kids getting among the costume fun.

Vintage bike display.

Guests enjoyed dressing up.

Bikes from various centuries.

Foundation Principal, current Principal Kerrie Scott and foundation staff member Luigi Raponi cutting the cake

Foundation Principal Alistair Morrice and foundation school captain Peter Chang

Wamuran carnival fun

The inaugural Wamuran Lions Family Carnival is looking for sponsorship from local business and organisations to assist in covering costs such as event logistics and entertainment.

The Lions Club of Wamuran are offerring verious sponsorship levels to acommodate different budgets and are happy to discuss specific requirements or ideas to maximise exposure and involvement in the event.

The family fun day carnival is set to take place on November 16, from 10am to 3pm, at the Wamuran Sports Complex.

Some of the expected highlights include live music, performances by local primary schools, games and activities for all ages, delicious food stalls, arts and crafts and much more.

“Our goal is to create a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone while fostering a sense of community and togetherness,” they said.

The event has also received Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism Community Activities Grant, having some other major sponsors expected to join.

For more info email lions. wamuran.family.carnival@ gmail.com

Esk’s gliding surprise

Unprecedented spotting of a Greater Glider inspires more conservation call Sponsor

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AN unprecedented discovery was made in Esk National Park on July 26, as local conservation group Care4esK sighted an endangered Greater Glider during a four-hour survey.

According to public records, Greater Gliders have never previously been sighted in the location.

Care4esK member, Jacqui Bate, said she felt elated and privileged to see this adorable, vulnerable being in the wild.

“It is something that will always stay with me,” she said.

Care4esK President Darren Bate said it was “quite a feeling” to look up at such an animal in the wild, knowing how rare and

“We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have found one and this wonderful encounter was not taken lightly,” he said.

“Moments like this inspire us to continue doing what we do.

“Our goal is to create awareness and to provide ongoing education and information for the community.

“Our precious wildlife needs our help, and we will continue to be their voice.”

Wildlife Preservation Society Queensland project officer, Paul Revie, said this find is “really good” for the area, as finding one Greater Glider likely means there are more.

“They are very scarce in the Somerset area, because it has been logged so

areas, like 120 to 150 years old, so seeing a Glider outside of those areas is a great sign.”

Greater Gliders need tree hollows with at least a 10cm entrance, going over a metre deep into the tree, to have insulated homes, which take over 100 years to form in

“You can’t revegetate tree hollows,” Mr. Revie said.

“You plant a tree today and it will take over a century to be ready for use.”

According to Mr Revie, Greater Gliders are severely threatened by extinction, seeing a population decline of 50 per cent in the past 20

“People need to campaign

from logging, by changing legislation around state forests and, hopefully, seeing more of those transition into national parks,” Mr Revie said.

Another recommendation Mr Revie made to help preserve the population, is to attach nest boxes to revegetated trees, in the hope Gliders find and use them.

Greater Gliders are Australia’s largest gliding marsupial, known as gliding possums, as they emerge from tree hollows after dark and leap through the forest canopy, sometimes up to 100 metres, to a chosen food tree.

Greater Gliders are

with Care4esK having made a call for residents to sign a petition calling on the State Government to review the Code of Practice for native forest timber production on Queensland State forest estate 2020 and the “ineffective” Glider Protection Measures, after their sighting.

“As a nation, we desperately need to stop removing our old growth forests,” Mr. Bate said.

“A Greater Glider needs a hollow that may take up to 200 years to form. Without their homes, they simply cannot survive.”

The petition closed on August 3, with over 1,200 signatures.

Airservices Australia has developed options to reduce the frequency and concentration of some flight paths over Brisbane.

Learn more and give us your feedback: 19 August - 15 September 2024 It’s part of our Noise Action Plan to reduce the impact of aircraft noise on communities in Greater Brisbane.

Will these proposed flight path changes affect you? engage.airservicesaustralia.com/nap4b

For more information, to book an appointment at a community session or register for an online session, visit:

The Greater Glider spotted in Esk on July 26

Generic photo of a Greater Glider

Esk Choir warms up Tasmania

The Esk Community Choir is embarking on their much-anticipated tour to Tasmania on August 7.

The members are trading in the brisk Esk nights for a series of musical adventures, as the tour kicks off in Launceston with a three-day ‘Performance Challenge’.

This sets the stage for an exciting itinerary of choral events, including choral workshops with other choirs, and a colourful

choirs’ collaboration with a Hobart choir in the Hobart Town Hall, with the tour culminating in Hobart’s historical St David’s Cathedral with an Evensong choral performance.

In preparation, the choir gave a special pretour performance at the Somerset Civic Centre on July 30.

Despite the chilly evening, a dedicated crowd of supporters filled the venue to preview the repertoire

that will accompany the choir throughout their Tasmanian journey.

The tour will feature a variety of events, including a vibrant collaboration with a Hobart choir at the Hobart Town Hall, and a final Evensong choral performance at Hobart’s historic St David’s Cathedral.

The excitement and readiness of the choir were evident in their polished performances and the

convivial post-performance event, enjoying hot drinks and treats while sharing set out to delight new audiences across Tasmania. The Esk Community Choir

Your Local Heroes

Elected Reps

THE list of winners from round two of my 2024 Local Heroes Grants appear to be dominated by schools and students this time around.

Powell’s Pitch

with Andrew Powell State Member for Glass House

It’s a well-known fact that I love supporting our local schools. So to see so many of them applying for my further learning and new visors

• Beerburrum State School – assisting in purchasing new equipment for their robotics program

• Glasshouse Mountains State School – funding the breakfast club’s new commercial toaster

Budget Estimates

This month, the old upper house in Queensland’s Parliament played host to Budget Estimates. This is the Opposition’s opportunity to hold the Palaszczuk-Miles Government to account on the issues that are affecting Queenslanders.

For example, we discovered that Premier Steven Miles charged taxpayers $168,000 for two planes to jet set around the State. When asked about the expense, the Premier

Latter’s Letter

with Tony Latter, Councillor Div 12, Moreton Bay

THE City of Moreton Bay is calling for more state cash to increase our public transport. We’re talking more frequent buses and even new bus rapid transit systems.

Right now, only 3 per cent of our trips are by rail and just 2 per cent by bus. With our population booming and roads getting clogged, this situation isn’t sustainable. The State’s Shaping SEQ 2023 Regional Plan is putting even more pressure on us, and there’s a worry that state plans aren’t addressing our public transport needs.

Boosting bus services and setting up a rapid bus

transport system are key to connecting major growth areas with job centres, shopping spots, and train stations. This will make getting around a whole lot easier.

Since the State handles our public transport, it’s crucial that they factor this into new road plans, especially for fast-growing areas like Waraba.

While Brisbane and the Gold Coast have scored state funding for projects like the Brisbane Metro and light rail, Moreton Bay has missed out on similar support. This lack of funding has made it harder to cut down on car use and

improve our connections between different city spots.

A recent report showed that Moreton Bay gets less funding per person compared to other South East Queensland councils. The public transport needs were assessed years ago and are likely outdated due to our limited services. We need to boost demand by offering reliable public transport, especially with the 2032 Olympics on the horizon.

The Council is focused on planning for active transport in new growth areas and making improvements where possible. But the State Government and Translink also need to pitch in. Public transport is key to the vision of creating multiple hubs around Moreton Bay, boosting local jobs, and cutting commute times.

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Let’s talk about gums

Are your gums receding, bleeding or uncomfortable?

Disorders that affect your general health like diabetes, can also affect your gums.

But did you know that bacteria found in unhealthy pockets of the gums around your teeth can be linked to heart problems and other disorders that affect your health where inflammation is a problem.

Looking after the health of your gums is an important step in controlling your general health.

At McCloy Dental we understand how important

this is. We have our wonderful hygienist Bridget and we are happy to work

and comfort of your gums.

Flip, jump, climb to great new heights

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Any age, skill level, there are activities and features to ‘do awesome’ your way.

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jump time, the Awesome 4some for you and your crew to jump together or even add an extra 30 minutes to your session for only $6!

As always, the awesome BOUNCE Hosts are on hand for helpful hints and tips to conquer the activities. Jump, climb, flip and bounce into more awesomeness every time you come to BOUNCE Morayfield. Book at bounceinc.com.au to save big and secure your spot.

Kilcoy local jumps high in Mexico comp

April Davies wins ‘Best Foreigner’ award

◗ Marina Gomide

KILCOY local April

Davies was the top-placed foreigner in the 1.20m jump category of the 2024 Global Amateur Mexico Tour, which took place in Puebla, Mexico, from June 15-24.

The 18-year-old placed fourth in her class out of 80 competitors, calling the experience ‘surreal’ because the expectation wasn’t to win.

“They told us when we got there, ‘You’re not going to beat these guys’,” she said.

“I just did my best to do right by the horse and I had nothing to lose. I jumped three clear rounds, which was what I wanted, so in the final, I was told to just

go out there and give it my shot.”

Being her first international arena, she only had three rides to get to know her borrowed horse, HuatabampoInspiracion, before the competition started.

“Having a taste of what international competition is like is giving me a new sense of motivation to really take my training to the next level when I get back home,” she said.

Now in her final year as a junior competitor, April hopes to compete in the Young Rider Series in March, jumping 1.35m. “I’m nervous, but as a rider, I also need to be conscious of my horse,” she said.

“My horse hasn’t competed before either, and we need to be ready as a team.

“I need to ensure my horse is ready so there are no interruptions or accidents.”

April has been riding competitively since she was 12 years old, having the dream of pursuing it professionally.

Her advice to any young horse riders is to be consistent and compare themselves to others.

“It’s a physically and mentally challenging sport,” she said.

“You are going to have many more bad days before a good one.”

Congrats April on your achievement!

Volunteers needed to keep Kilcoy history alive

THE Kilcoy District Historical Society (KDHS) has put out the call for more volunteers in their recent newsletter, as KDHS’s opening times vary depending on volunteer availability.

If you would like to become a volunteer, please contact kilcoydhs@gmail. com or call KDHS Inc. at 0493 469 410.

The KDHS collects, documents, records, preserves, and displays items, objects, photographs, family history, and other

materials pertaining to all aspects of life and history in the Kilcoy District.

KDHS acts as the custodian of the collection for the benefit of future generations by providing facilities, research, relevant displays, and publications.

“Call into the Hall of History during our opening times to research our records, discover your heritage, and much more about pioneer families,” they wrote in their latest newsletter.

Entry to the Hall of History

is free; however, to keep displays, documentation, record-keeping, and Hall maintenance up to date, they gratefully accept any donations at entry, online, or by other means.

Opening Times: Sun 8.30am-12.00, Mon 8.30am2.30, Tue 8.30am-2.30, Wed 8.30am-2.30, Thurs and Fri – Appointment only, Sat –Most mornings and Market Days or by appointment. Find them at 39 Hope Street, Kilcoy, or visit them online at kilcoydistrict historicalsociety.com.

April Davies jumps high in Mexico.

Driving for life

FOR the first time, Queenslanders renewing their driver’s licenses or vehicle registrations will be prompted to register as organ donors, a move aimed at boosting the state’s low donor registration rate of just 31 per cent.

The initiative, launched by the State Government in partnership with DonateLife, is part of the ‘Drive Up Organ Donation’ campaign, which coincides with National DonateLife Week.

Since the new feature went live a week ago, more than 640 Queenslanders have already registered to become organ donors.

Minister for Health, Mental Health and Ambulance Services Shannon Fentiman,

an organ donor herself, emphasised the importance of the initiative.

“As a proud organ donor, I believe that organ donation is one of the greatest gifts you can give,” Ms Fentiman said.

“It takes less than a minute to register or check your status.

“We urge all Queenslanders to get online, register as a donor, or check their donor status.”

The new feature integrates with the Transport and Main Roads (TMR) online portal, allowing users to directly access the Australian Organ Donor Register (AODR) when renewing their license or registering their vehicle.

With nearly four million online transactions annually, the Government anticipates a significant increase in registrations.

Minister for Transport and Main Roads Bart Mellish said it was “great to see this new feature already seeing hundreds of people register as donors”, given there are around 4 million Queenslanders renewing their licenses or registrations each year.

“This is about driving donor registration and saving lives,” he said.

The initiative also includes a commitment to reintroduce the ability to indicate organ donation preferences directly on driver’s licenses, when the

donations

Dying to Know Day

Community Event

When: Thursday August 8th, 10am - 12pm

Where: Redcliffe Leagues Club - President’s Room, Cnr Klingner Road and Ashmole Road, Redcliffe Info: Panel discussion around end of life matters including: Palliative Care, Grief, Death Doulas, Wills & Estates. Writing your own Eulogy, Funeral Arrangements and more. Spaces are limited, so make sure you reserve your spot

Australia Multicultural Community Market

When: Saturday August 10th, 8am - 3pm

Where: Redcliffe Showground, Scarborough Rd, Redcliffe

Info: Saving your dollars by providing low-cost products and services.

Redcliffe Gem Club Market Day

When: Saturday August 10th, 9am - 3pm

Where: Redcliffe Lapidary Building, Redcliffe Showgrounds, Scarborough Rd, Redcliffe Info: Redcliffe, QLD – The Redcliffe Gem Club is thrilled to announce its eagerly awaited Market Day, a unique opportunity for the community to delve into the enchanting world of gem and jewellery making. This spectacular event, held at our top-notch facility, promises an unforgettable experience for enthusiasts and curious minds alike.

Esk Antique and Collectables Fair

When: Saturday August 10th, 9am-4pm and Sunday

Where: Somerset Civic Centre, 35 Esk Hampton Road, Esk Info: Enjoy a day at the Esk Antiques and Collectables Fair with sellers f rom all over Australia gathering to sell thousands of unique antique & vintage collectables, a special opportunity to find showcase pieces for your home or to purchase unique gifts. Sellers will be selling antique jewellery, gold, silver, coins, stamps, vintage toys, vintage homewares, dolls & records. Whether it’s a trip down memory lane you’re looking for, or something for your collection, you will be sure to find it here!

Redcliffe Markets

When: Sunday August 11th, 8am - 2pm

Where: Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe Info: Stretching along Redcliffe Parade, right by the water, the Redcliffe Markets are the most iconic seaside markets in north brisbane.

The markets are filled with fresh farm-direct produce and meats, artisan goods, trawler-direct seafood, fresh baked breads, gourmet food and provisions, handmade wares, art ‘n’ craft and SO much more. It is a hub dedicated to supporting and showcasing the best growers, makers, builders and bakers in Moreton Bay and surrounds.

Caboolture Country Markets

When: Sunday August 11th, 6am - 12pm

Where: Caboolture Country Markets, Beerburrum Road, Caboolture

Info: Stroll through over 300 market stalls, you can

through the stores, before delighting your tastebuds by eating through different cuisines and cultures – or you can pick your own fresh and local produce, poultry, meat and seafood to take home and whip up yourself.

Street Feast - Kilcoy

When: Sunday August 11th, 2pm - 9pm

Where: Kilcoy Showgrounds Showgrounds Rd, Woolmar Info: Woodford! Street Feast is coming to you with a big one! Join us for a night of food trucks, dessert stalls, boutique retail stalls & music. Full lineup to be announced! Watch this space! 2pm until late, $3 Entry Per Person.

Caboolture Family Fun Day

When: Monday August 12th, 10am - 4pm

Where: Centenary Lakes Park, Caboolture Info: Roll up, roll up! The ever-so-popular annual Caboolture Family Fun Day returns to Centenary Lakes Park on Monday, August 12, the Moreton Bay Region’s EKKA show holiday. If you’re looking for an inexpensive alternative to a day at the EKKA, then Caboolture Family Fun Day is just the place for you.

Make & Create: Your Creative Journey

When: Wednesday August 14th, 2pm - 4pm

Where: Kilcoy Library, Kennedy Street, Kilcoy Info: In a world full of artists and creatives its challenging to find your personal creative style. In this wellbeing session, be inspired by the world of art, poetry and design and

making, colours, textures, personality, or paragraph. Bookings essential. Phone 5424 4000.

Lowood State School Community Open Day & Mural Unveiling

When: Thursday August 15th, 9.30am

Where: Lowood Primary School, 32 Peace St, Lowood

Info: Join us for the official opening, Welcome to Country and fun activities. There will be market stalls, children’s activities and info stalls from local Community groups and service providers. Oh and of course a coffee van!

Make & Create: Mixed Macrame

When: Friday August 16th, 10am - 12pm

Where: Toogoolawah Library Gunyah Street, Toogoolawah

Info: Start your macrame journey by mastering some basic macrame knotting techniques. In this session make a decorative feather or a keyring. Bookings Essential. Ph 5424 4000

Country themed markets in Morayfield

When: Saturday August 17th, 3pm - 8pm

Where: Morayfield Sport and Events Centre, 298 Morayfield Road, Morayfield Info: Make your way to Morayfield Sport and Events Centre for these country themed indoor markets held by Southside Collective. This evening has something for everyone to enjoy. There will be giveaways, face painting for kids and a line dancing demonstration to enjoy. Cheer on Western fans as

they compete for first place in the best cowboy boots competition. You do not want to miss out on this jam-packed country event!

Villeneuve RFSQ Open Day

When: Saturday August 17th, 10am - 1pm

Where: 60 Terragon Road, Mount Archer

Info: Villeneuve Rural Fire Brigade formally invites you/your team and/or associates to attend its annual upcoming Station Open Day! Bring yourselves, Bring your friends or bring your Crews. Our Volunteer Community Educators, Brigade Officers & Firefighters will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. Tour our facilities, Meet our people, Grab some lunch and most importantly get to know the Risks YOU Face and what you can do to minimise them.

Sesame Lane Clontarf’s 20th Birthday Party

When: Saturday August 17th, 9am

Where: 10-22 Lucinda Street, Clontarf Info: FREE Activities: Birthday Cake for Everyone, Rides, Magic Show, Bee Keeper Demonstration with Honey Extraction, Face Painting, Fairy Floss, Laughing Clowns, Morning Tea from Our Kitchen More Fun Activites! Plus Ice Cream Truck & Food Trucks. Celebrate with us as we mark 20 wonderful years within the Clontarf community. This free community event is open to everyone—come one, come all!

Lowood Truck Show

When: Saturday August 17th, 11am

Where: Lowood Show Grounds

Info: The parade through the town of Lowood starts at 11.00am. Once parade is finished, come back to the showgrounds and get settled in for an afternoon of judging, live music and catch up with mates.

Meet Author Simon Cleary

When: Saturday August 17th, 2pm - 4pm

Where: Somerset Civic Centre 35 Esk Hampton Road, Esk Info: Somerset Libraries invites you to an afternoon with author Simon Cleary to discuss and read from his new novel, Everything is Water. Simon is joined by Somerset writers Donita Bundy and Susan Pitkin for a panel discussion about Simon’s experience of writing, Everything is Water. Bookings Essential 5424 4000 or via https://www. trybooking.com/events/ landing/1264933

Saturday Morning Indoor Market

When: Saturday 24th August, 8am - 1pm

Where: Morayfield Sport and Events Centre, 298 Morayfield Road, Morayfield Info: Check out the Morayfield Sport and Events Centre for your favourite indoor market! MSEC will be hosting a variety of stallholders with handmade and pre-loved goods. This “everything market” is held in the comfort of our indoor air-conditioned stadium complete with a cafe on site. This is the place to be on a Saturday morning!

Brisbane River meanderings

SOMERSET residents are invited to an Afternoon with Author Simon Cleary, where he will discuss his new novel, Everything is Water. The book chronicles his four-week walking expedition along the Brisbane River in autumn 2023, exploring themes of discovery and reflection.

Mr Cleary will be joined by Somerset writers Donita Bundy and Susan Pitkin for a panel discussion on Saturday, 17 August, at the Somerset Civic Centre in Esk from 2pm to 4pm. Arts Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee Chair

and Somerset Councillor Kylee Isidro encouraged residents to attend, highlighting the event’s unique insight into Cleary’s journey.

“This event is a great opportunity to hear from the author about his adventures along the Brisbane River, which was particularly affected by one of the wettest autumns on record,” Cr Isidro said.

“Simon’s 344km trek revealed the river’s beauty and challenges, promising an engaging discussion.”

Everything is Water examines our intricate

relationship with nature through flood, drought, time, and place. Cleary, author of three novels, including The Comfort of Figs (2008), Closer to Stone (2012), and The War Artist (2019), presents his first non-fiction work with this book.

Bookings are essential and can be made at trybooking.com/events/ landing/1264933. This event, hosted by Somerset Regional Council with support from the Regional Arts Development Fund, aims to celebrate and support local arts.

Chills don’t

stop the music

Playitt kicks out the jams despite the cold

SEVERAL factors contributed to the smallerthan-usual crowd at Playitt on 1 August.

Firstly, the unseasonably chilly weather made staying in with a mug of Milo more appealing than prowling around town.

Then there was the Olympics telecast, a rare event worth catching. Lastly, the horse’s birthday, while perhaps less relevant nowadays, was a vivid memory from my youth.

Despite these distractions,

Norm kicked off the night with a bang, performing “Peppermint Twist” by Chubby Checker, who revived the song after its original recording by Joey Dee and the Starliters in 1961.

Kev followed with Van Morrison’s “Days Like This,” and Mike’s “Boppin’ the Blues” added lively energy to the evening. I must apologise to Roger for not noting the title of his always splendid offering, but when the music is this good, titles become

was married to Rosanne Cash from 1979 to 1992. Ricki took the photos tonight; thanks to her for capturing the moments. All the usual suspects were there, delighting us with their usual antics!

If you haven’t yet visited, Woodford Bowls Club is easy to find in Webb Lane. Join us any Thursday evening from 6:30 and become a part of the fun!

ABC TV’s Gardening Australia host Costa Georgiadis will lead the line-up of sustainable experts, waste-warriors, foodies, and green thumbs when City of Moreton Bay’s popular Eco Fest returns this August.

From 10am to 2pm on Saturday, 31 August, Caboolture Town Square, Caboolture Hub, and Caboolture Library will be packed with free workshops, hands-on activities, presentations, live entertainment, and much more to celebrate sustainability and ecoconscious living.

Mayor Peter Flannery said this year’s festival promises

Going green doesn’t have to cost a cent

annual favourite where we paint the town green and provide a fun day out to learn about sustainable living.”

He expressed excitement about the new Eco Hub talk series featuring experts like Nathan Freeny from Swallowtail Nursery, Sussane Engelhard from Growing Made Simple, and bee ecologist Dr Kit Pendergast.

The festival will also feature the Recycleman Show, an interactive song and dance concert by Aunty Sharron, and a creepy crawly display by Bugs Ed.

Visitors can explore market stalls with ecoconscious goods or visit

tomato plant giveaways, fairy floss, and a reptile show. The festival aims to be as environmentally friendly as possible, with compostable packaging and sustainable waste management.

Eco Fest is a FREE, familyfriendly event promoting sustainability. Caboolture Town Square is wheelchair and pram-friendly with accessible toilets and footpaths.

Date: Saturday 31 August

Time: 10am – 2pm

Venue: Caboolture Town Square, 4 Hasking Street, Caboolture 4510

Visit the website or join the Facebook event for more information and

Costa Georgiadis.

Author Simon Cleary talks baout journey along Brisbane River.

Billy Cynthia and Friend. Above: Rose and Lachie

Henry Somerset

How to waste a billion dollars

Wearing a shirt I bought in 2005, I watched the real Olympics in France. Indeed, this chambray shirt, made when chambray was real cotton woven tight (not the flimsy, wear-three-times junk clothes), has lasted being worn say 30 times every winter for two decades. That possibly makes me an environmentalist (longlasting, no junk waste), a miser (my good lady would like me to go fashion shopping much more often), but no chance of starring in the ‘government waste Olympics’.

As I recovered from the flu, I ended up watching Of Money and Blood on SBS OnDemand, the free Australian streaming service. Over a dozen gripping episodes, largely in French but with good English

subtitles, it shows how a couple of low-level crooks scammed a billion or so dollars out of the French government.

Other crooks, largely highminded financial managers plus the Mafia, scammed another 5, 6, 7, 8, or who knows how many billions from governments across Europe through their emissions trading green energy schemes.

This highlights how much the so-called carbon saving, forest saving, pollution trading financialisation of environmental causes is not just greenwashing. It is a total ripoff of governments and taxpayers.

What is most disturbing is that French government bureaucrats knew they were going to have their green schemes ripped off even

before the low-level crooks started. When the crooks, from Paris’s underprivileged suburbs more used to selling dodgy mobile phones and fake jeans, made a very tentative ripoff and within minutes had a few million of government money, they couldn’t believe their luck.

They tried again and ripped off a few more million—no government action to stop a most obvious green fraud. Within months, they’d ripped off a billion.

If you don’t think that’s possible here, just look at some of the first audits starting to appear on carbon

farming and other green financialisation schemes.

The rip-offs are apparent. Just as kings of old were conned by magicians promising to turn lead into gold, current governments are being conned out of very serious dollars by the carbon-combatting, greenwashing army.

Under My Skin

Hopeless administration at enormous expense

Is any part of Queensland’s public administration operating properly? Wait — I’ll review that question using a recent example.

Taxpayers forked out hundreds of thousands of dollars for yet another “indepth, independent review” by yet another consulting firm into yet another government bungle (the March Local Government elections and bi-elections).

The detailed review of the Electoral Commission of Queensland’s service delivery model has been released, praised, disputed, ridiculed, and rejected. And what did we learn?

The Commission has access to the best of everything it needs — technology, modelling, voting systems, human resources, expertise — everything, apparently, except the ability to conduct an election properly.

The March fiasco was not their fault according to

“For these elections we saw around 45 per cent of all votes cast on election day, which was a significant departure from the 35 per cent turnout we had anticipated — a figure based on trend data and modelling of voter behaviour in recent elections, both here and in other States.

“We know this shift in voter behaviour placed additional pressure on our people and our resources on election day, particularly in more populous parts of Queensland — and subsequently impacted on the voting experience for some electors.”

The phrase “impacted on the voting experience” should be officially recorded to explain to future generations how some high-ranking public servants use total bureaucratic shite to downplay public administration failures.

After the March debacle Premier Steven Miles stated the bleeding obvious: “Long

lines, not enough ballot papers, and other issues that made voting confusing and difficult, are all things that really shouldn’t be happening in 2024”.

Really Premier? Really shouldn’t be happening? I know planning for big events like elections is not easy, but when “trend data and modelling” takes precedence over experience and common sense, including the Covid years’ experience, feeble excuses simply don’t cut it.

Maybe more ballot papers and fewer consultants would help inform and improve service delivery.

I’ll drink to that University researchers unwittingly came up with a finding and apparently still don’t realise it, even though men have known it for centuries.

They claim more than 300,000 Aussie women binge drink by downing 11 or more standard drinks in one session at least once a month.

Inspection correction

WEASEY’S PROPERTY REPORT

The irony of writing about buying property in self managed super funds (SMSF’s) last week isn’t lost on me. Investors could be forgiven for brushing off the idea that others seek to diversify their retirement savings across multiple asset classes to protect themselves from the volatility of Stock and bonds etc.

After all, the US and Australian stock markets were enjoying a record run – the charts looked good in any one’s language and there was a new bout of optimism for various reasons.

Here we are just one week later and today as I write, the Australian stocks closed down 3.7 percent overall,

punishment.

And that’s aside from the serious dollars being ripped off by unions such as the CFMEU, who have ensured any government project, from the city rail tunnel to green electricity hydro and transmission projects, goes billions over reasonable building budgets.

A couple of low-level crooks were pursued.

Two were killed by the Mafia, and only one received any government

None of the bureaucrats who decided not to take action to stop the carbon trading scam, even when it was costing the French governments tens of millions per day, were ever prosecuted—or even had their rise up the senior ranks slowed or stopped.

None of the politicians, some of whom took major donations or post-politics high-paying jobs with the greenwashers, were punished.

If our state and federal governments continue to ignore the incredible waste of your tax dollars on ineffective green schemes, you’ll all be joining me in wearing 20-year-old shirts.

having lost about $100 billion.

Nothing about share markets is ever simple, but weaker than expected tech sector earnings and disappointing jobs data in the US are said to have fuelled fears of an economic slowdown. The S & P 500 –which is considered one of the best gauges of the entire equities market because of its depth and diversity –shed $1.3 trillion in value on Monday 5th August. While the contagion spread like ripples in a pond to all and sundry, Japanese stocks in particular paid a heavy price with their biggest ever daily loss.

No one has ever mistaken me for Warren Buffett but the sharp falls tell us that

despite China and Russia’s ever-increasing impact on the global stage and deepening concerns about the state of affairs in the Middle East, the old adage ‘when America sneezes the world catches a cold’ is still valid.

By the time this column goes to print there may well have been some rebound activity and the Reserve Bank of Australia will have handed down their longawaited decision regarding Interest Rates. There has been a mixed bag of predictions but a hold on rates seems the most likely accordingly to the majority of economists.

In the meantime, there is other more positive data to report; national home

It comes as no surprise to learn that Queensland prisons have been overcrowded for a decade.

Also not surprising is that 34 per cent of male prisoners and 20 per cent of females have reported physical (including sexual) assault, drugs are readily available, and staff morale is approaching an all-time low.

But it’s good to know the government has its prison priorities right, and for that we can thank the Member for Pine Rivers and Corrective Services Minister Nikki Boyd.

The crusading Ms Boyd introduced new laws earlier this year which she claimed were “modernising safeguards when it comes to personalised searches, inspection of a person’s belongings and forensic procedures, to better recognise and promote the rights of diverse Queenslanders”, inter alia LGBTQI+ prisoners.

Apparently prisoners must be able to dictate a preference regarding

values have risen again for the 18th month in a row, with a 0.5% increase in July.

This matches the June growth rate but being a national average, it is way too broad to reflect what’s happening in the property market locally. Under the surface, the gap between the states is widening with Hobart, Melbourne and Darwin still in decline.

On the other hand,Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane house prices continue to march onwards and upwards because there is still a marked imbalance between supply and demand, and far more buyers than sellers in these markets.

Sydney is obviously still the most expensive

the gender of the officer conducting the search “to ensure the searches remain legal”.

I wonder if that “law” extends to all prisoners, and does that mean the officer doing the search must disclose his/her/its gender to the prisoner for the search to “remain legal”?

It’s only a matter of time before all prisoners will be able to insist that searches are only carried out by blindfolded non-binary officers with no arms, and after lights-out.

The Minister’s handling of that small bit of her portfolio was almost as convincing as her performance at the recent Estimates debates. What a joke.

Just briefly

Queensland Health Director-General Michael Walsh must have undergone intensive media training, courtesy the taxpayer.

His explanation of the aborted Estimates media training sessions for QH executives, using terms like ”problematic timing”, was

capital city market but Brisbane is holding firm in (distant) second place. As discussed previously, Qld also holds second place in the percentage of lending to investors in recent reports, which has helped the availability of rentals a smidge.

Spare a thought for Victoria where more investors are selling then buying, which in turn has dire consequences for renters with a diminishing pool of rentals to go around. We can expect southern state migration to continue into the foreseeable future.

Finally, Auction clearance rates are generally as expected for the week and season. Brisbane held 136 auctions last weekend

By SKINHEAD

the work of a practised spin doctor.

I’m told no one is really interested in reading the half a million dollar independent review into Queensland racing’s integrity commission. Why? Apparently Racing Minister Grace Grace has been sitting on it for three months. I hope Australian taxpayers weren’t slugged with the enormous cost of taking our women’s soccer team, the Matildas, to Paris by chartered jet — super treatment for superstars. And we thought the Olympics were all about competing and the honour of representing your country. How yesterday is that! Quote of the Week “I didn’t lie, I just forgot about it”. — Corrective Services Minister Nikki Boyd.

and had a clearance rate of almost 70% with 19 properties sold prior to Auction.

If you would like any assistance in your personal real estate journey, please don’t hesitate to contact me anytime on 0427 536 725 or cwease@remaxliving.com. au. I look forward to being of service.

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

Electoral Commissioner Pat Vidgen.

Feeder Steers Sell to $1700 /head at Toogoolawah

Shepherdson and Boyd reported a larger yarding of 1589 head at Toogoolawah which saw heavy feeder steers met with very strong support, selling to a stronger market. Backgrounder and weaner steers met with a larger panel of buyers and continued to sell fully firm to dearer on the previous store sale. Feeder heifers were in short supply and sold to a dearer market. Weaner and backgrounder heifers met strong competition and sold fully firm. A very mixed yarding of pregnant females and cows and calves sold to firm rates.

Charbray feeder steers, 24mths old, account

Shane Murphey of Ravensbourne sold for $1700/head. Lindsay Kunde of Hazeldean sold Charolais X feeder steers 18mths old for $1530/head. Kevin Mckenzie of Lacey Creek sold Droughtmaster X steers, 20mths old for $1630/head. S & A Paterson of Harlin sold Charolais X steers 20mths old for $1580/

head. Bernie Duncombe of Manumbar sold Charolais X steers 10-12mths old for $1200/head. Grieve Bros of Harlin sold Charolais X weaner steers 10-12mths old for $1170/head & $1070/ head. Samuel Holdings of Manumbar sold Charolais X weaner steers 6-8mths old for $1020/head. G & L Christensen of Kilcoy sold Santa X weaner steers 8mths old for $1010/head. R & P Halfpenny of Moore sold a quality run of Charbray and Santa X weaned steers, 8-10mths old with pens topping at $1040 & $1010/head. Juandah Grazing of Lake Manchester sold Charbray Weaner steers 8mths old for $1000/head. Crosby Park of Toogoolawah sold Droughtmaster X weaner steers 6-8mths old for $930/ head. Alcind P/L of Kilcoy sold Charolais X weaner steers 8mths old for $910/ head. Sarger P/L of Linville sold Charolais X weaner steers 6-8mths old for $860/ head. The heifer market remained very firm; Kelvin

Allery of Moore sold Brangus feeder heifers 24mths old for $1260/head. I & J Smith of Anduramba sold Charbray X feeder heifers 20mths old for $1150/head. Neil Hobart of Toogoolawah sold Droughtmaster feeder heifers 18mths old for $1120/head. Brisbane Valley Holding of Coominya sold Angus X feeder heifers 16mths old for $1020/head. John Wendt of Linville sold Charolais X heifers 16mths old for $1010/ head. Shannon Young of Blackbutt sold Charolais X light feeder heifers 16mths old for $1000/head. Grieve Bros of Harlin sold Charolais X weaner heifers 10-12mths old, with pens selling for $1010 & $1000/head. ATG Pastoral of Kilcoy sold Charolais X backgrounder heifer 14mths old for $910/ head.

O’Connor Family trust of Harlin sold Angus X weaner heifers 10mths old for $800/ head. D & F Williamson of Linville sold Charolais X weaner heifers 8mths old for $920/head. Glendale Partnership of Harlin sold

Simmental X weaner heifers, 10mths old for $850/head. E Cook of Proston sold Santa X heifers 12mths old for $810/head. N & K Green sold Limousin X weaner heifers

6-8mths old for $700/head. G & L Christensen of Kilcoy sold Santa X weaner heifers 8-10mths old for $780/head.

A & K Mahoney of Mt Mee sold Aged Charbray cows

5-8 years old for $1190/ head. Shepherdson and Boyd would like to thank all of their vendors, buyers and underbidders for their valued support. The next will Friday the 16th August,

Charolais x weaner heifers 8-10mths old account of Grieve Bros or Harlin sold to $1010/head.

EUMUNDI

Cattle markets Moreton Saleyards market report

THE market continued its upward trend at Stariha Auctions Eumundi cattle sale on Tuesday. Cows, heifers, vealers and younger cattle all sold from firm to dearer.

G & V Bochow, Conondale, sold Droughtmaster cows for $1530.

Bruce Viner, Wolvi, sold Simbrah cows for $1320 and heifers for $990.

Shane Baumann, Belli Park, sold Santa steers for $1420 and Angus steers for $1270 & $1200.

Edenbridge Farm, Armstrong Creek, sold Santa steers for $1700, backgrounder steers for $1250 and young steers for $700 & $630.

Simon Rooks, Goomboorian, sold Droughtmaster steers for $960 and vealer heifers for $640.

Noel Gaylard, Nambour, sold Brahman steers for $1100 and $920.

Sarah Josey, Federal, sold Brangus vealer heifers for $500.

Greg Edwards, Gympie, sold young Hereford steers for $570.

Max Wenzell, Gympie, sold Brahman vealers for $585.

WOODFORD

Prices remained solid throughout the younger cattle market, whilst cows were cheaper than last

weeks strong rates, at Stariha Auctions Woodford cattle sale on Monday. As expected this time of year, a lot of younger, plainer cattle came to hand, with store buyers prominent.

FJ Hirn & Sons, Peachester, sold Red Angus Steers for $1460 & $1300 and cows for $1170.

Ray Butler, Ocean View, sold Brahman cross steers for $1100.

Christopher & Julie Hughes, Maleny, sold Red Angus cows for $1160.

Perry Partners, Mt Kilcoy, sold a pen of young Droughtmaster steers for $710.

Oh Corral, Kilcoy, sold Charolais cross steers for $880 & $745.

James Lingard, Harlin, sold young Angus weaners for $760 and vealer heifers for $500.

Troy Hennessey, Mt Mee, sold a pen of Charolais cross heifers for $870.

David & Elizabeth Spring, Harlin, sold Droughtmaster vealer heifers for $550.

Rancho Harro, Crohamhurst, sold Braford male calves for $600. Josh Sippel, Caboolture, sold Charbray vealer heifers for $560.

Scott Kirby, Bellthorpe, sold a pen of medium Droughtmaster cows for $1000.

AGENTS Boyd O’Brien

Bartholomew reported a yarding of 596 head of cattle. Weaner and restocker steers and heifers sold to similar strong rates as last week. The export market eased with all buyers present and operating under new limits. A quality line of heavy feeder steers came to hand, selling to a slightly easier market.

Heavy butcher type heifers sold to very strong rates.

Peterson & Warlow sold Weaner Heifers Angus x 268.2c/kg $487/head.

PF Haynes sold Yearling Heifers Charolais x 271.2c/ kg $840/head.

D Hodgson sold Weaner Steers Santa x 347.2c/kg $1003/head.

PF Haynes sold Yearling Steers Charolais x 345.2c/kg $1087/head.

Kelcon Traders sold Backgrounder Steers Santa x 351.2c/kg $1194/head.

R & M Ruhland sold Grain Assisted Steers Charolais x 305.2c/kg $1754/head.

C Zischke sold Feeder Steers Charolais x 351.2c/kg $1675/head.

G Isbell sold Feeder Steers Droughtmaster x 347.2c/kg $1600/head.

DJ Speedy sold Feeder Heifers Droughtmaster x 291.2c/kg $1223/head.

A & M Martin sold 4 Tooth Pasture Heifers Charolais x 287.2c/kg $1436/head.

O’Briens Transport sold 6 Tooth Pasture Heifers Santa 268.0c/kg $1634/head.

G Isbell sold 0/2 Tooth Pasture Ox Santa 313.2c/kg $1867/head.

S & K St George sold 6 Tooth Pasture Ox Limousin x 288.2c/kg $1834/head.

D & P Bourke sold Pasture Ox Charolais x 283.2c/kg $2361/head.

Maden Family sold Pens of Medium Cows Brangus 248.2c/kg $1380/head.

Grieve Bros sold Pens of Medium Cows Charbray 248.2c/kg $1409/head.

Usher Pastoral Co sold Heavy Cows Droughtmaster 253.2c/kg $1544/head.

Maden Family sold Heavy Cows Murray Grey 252.2c/kg $1626/head.

B & M Warren sold Pens of Bulls Red Brangus 239.2c/kg $1399/head.

Jilrift Pty Ltd sold Heavy Bulls Droughtmaster 245.2c/ kg $2231/head.

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

$1 million funds to boost feral pig control

APPLICATIONS are now open for the latest round of funding of the Queensland Feral Pest Initiative (QFPI), dedicated ectively managing feral pigs through innovative and diverse approaches.

Round 8b of the QFPI aims to support projects that will revolutionise feral pig control

tools and techniques, ensuring a sustainable and effective approach to pest management across Queensland.

Applicants are being sought with projects focused on supporting Queensland communities, forming or strengthening partnerships, encouraging resilient communities and building capacity and capability throughout the sector. A total of $1 million funding will be made available over three years.

The QFPI aims to leave

a legacy by improving the accessibility and affordability of feral pig control tools and enhancing sustainable practices.

For further information and to apply, please visit the DAF website.

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner said, “Round 8b of the Queensland Feral Pest Initiative is a pivotal step towards revolutionising feral pig management.

“Supporting projects that promote partnerships, resilience, and community engagement, and playing a crucial role in shaping the future of pest management across our state.

“We are committed to aligning with Queensland’s biosecurity strategies and enhancing the accessibility of tools to manage feral pigs, benefitting our communities long-term.”

“This funding will help develop integrated solutions for more effective and sustainable feral pig control.

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

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

SUDOKU

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Don’t get depressed, get busy. You can accomplish a lot if you’re willing to put in a little extra time. You will have the ability to capture the interest of others. Don’t jump too quickly regarding an investment that appears to be good. Try to be considerate in your personal obligations.

yourself. Don’t let others put unreasonable demands on you. You need a job with more responsibility and a higher wage. Equilibrium in your romantic life is likely if you treat your partner well.

Changes in your domestic situation will prove to be favorable in the long run. Be careful not to get involved in other people’s personal affairs. Hard work will payoff if you refrain from expressing your opinion to superiors. Try not to take everything so seriously.

You can get ready to celebrate your new direction. Get out and experience the spice of life. Keep the promises you’ve made or you can expect to be in the doghouse. Your words will be taken out of context if you’re evasive with coworkers or employers.

Be prepared to encounter new friendships that will provide you with valuable information. You are best not to say too much to colleagues. Travel will initiate new friendships or love connections. Changes in your home may be alarming at first.

Don’t invest too much of your own money. You can accomplish a lot if you put some effort into household duties or redecorating plans. Focus on your own domestic problems. Be aware of deception when it comes to your position, and be sure not to jump to conclusions.

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GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH

DELANEYS CREEK HALL (Cnr Mt Mee and Bleakley Roads) Every Sunday evening 6pm - 8pm. Great message, wonderful fellowship followed by supper - all welcome. Enquiries: 0432 579 250 or 0407 736 244

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 third Tuesday (monthly) @ 10am Kilcoy RSL Rooms (Kennedy St) Contact: Sandra 0429 382 724 or John 0403 336 263

CARAVAN: 2010 Lotus Trackvan. 17ft6, 2-3 birth, shower & toilet, air

MASSEY FERGUSON - 2 disk plough with cutting disk, plus a spare new disk; Bonell Reversable Plough - large cutting discs. Napier Rippers - 3 tines ripper - heavy duty; Massey Ferguson Scarifier - 11 tines - 7 inch double bar;

Stabiliser

PTO

Vital Chain Block with bearings, never used, 1.5 tons, lifts 3 mts; Load Binder - 2 available. Make an offer. PH 0416 276 763.

SPORT

Esk Golf

Friday Turkey Run 2-82024 - Winner- J Humphrey 46/28. Runner-up- B Glanville 47/30. Best Putts- M Beetz 14. Ntp 4- J Lumsden.

Saturday 3/8/24 - 3 Club

Caboolture darts

Results of the Caboolture Pot Luck Doubles Played Monday Night 5th August. Winners Jai & Matthew Runners up Davo & Mark B.

Toogoolawah golf

Wednesday 31st July ladies AM Golf. Happy Birthday to Marion and Chris.

Winner Julie Yeo 20 points on a count back from runner up Enid Faulkner 20 points. 2nd runner up Marion Deane 19 points. Enid’s NTP Manuela Laycock. PM Chook Run Winner Alkan White 23 points, Runner up Peter Eldridge 22 points. NTP no 1 Richie Marschke, no 3 Abel Cruz. Saturday 3rd August Golfers/Non Golfers played a 2 Person Ambrose for Captain Peter Granzien, Vice Captains Craig Granzien and Clinton Smith Trophy Day.

Great to see 34 players on

Lowood golf

Results for Tuesday 30 July

2024 Single Stableford

Winner: C Smale (Laidley Golf Club) 37 ocb R/Up: B Lowe 37

BRD: A Thompson 36 J Harrison P Cattanach 35 Peta Dwyer R Coolwell D Sippel 34 F Kingma 33 ocb

NTPs: 2: P Cattanach 5: J Ormaechea 11: B Lowe 14: H Buckley

Results for Thursday 1

Event Sponsored by Doug & Lorraine Bitossi. Winner L Robson 36pts. R/UP S Wilson 34. Ladies S Adams 28. Bradmans G Proctor 23. NTP 1/10 3rd S Wilson. 2/11 3rd B Farnham (in hole). Sponsor Esk IGA 4/13 S Wilson. 7/16 3rd S Wilson.

The high score prizes went to Roger 125, Sherrie 113 whilst Corey on a 86 Peg Won . Other good pegs were Matthew 64, Sid 50, 30, Jai 60, 48. Ladies good scores were Sherrie 90,100,113 , Jenny 96. The mens good scores were Davo 119,140

the course. Hope the visitors from Beerwah enjoyed their day with us.

Welcome to Taylah first game and to Julie Yeo her first official Saturday game.

Overall Winner Michael O’Connor and Julie Yeo (our newest member) 64.5 nett.

Golfer/Golfer winner Richie and Judie Marschke 64.75 nett, runner up Sam Maclean and Garry Hutchinson 65.75

Golfer/Non Golfer winner Peter and Jack Stevenson, Runner up Sandy Gleeson and Taylah Roper.

Lucky Card Draw Brian Loveland and Chris Stevens. Sandy and Taylah won the most use of the rough competition.

Captain, Vice Captains Longest Putts on 1/10 Robyn Bagster, 2/11 Jeff Hutchinson, 5/14 Sam Maclean, 8/17

August 2024 Mens Single Stableford Winner: D Olsen 38 R/Up: D Sharp 35 ocb

BRD: Shane Kopelke 35 G Milady 34 P Harmon 33 B Green 32

Ladies Single Stroke

Winner: S Oudyn 75 R/Up: Peta Dwyer 80 ocb

BRD: Sue Kopelke 80 L Sheraton 83

NTPs: 2: Shane Kopelke 5: A Skinner 11: G Milady 14: P Cattanach

Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats. 8/17 2nd S Wilson Sunday 4/8/24. 9 Hole Chooky - Winner B Glanville 27nett. R/UP P Swindells 31. Putting CompetitionShaun Wilson 12 putts. NTP No 13 no winner.

Roger 125, Ian 108, Dale 107, Sid 122. Twenty one players were at the Combined Services Hall in Hayes Street for the event. Detail about playing ring Cecil on 0411698807 or ian 0400475007, visitors welcome with bar coffee drinks available.

Judie Marschke, 9/18 Bob Marshall.

Exchange Hotel Groovy

G.O.A.T Pizza 3/12 Richie Marschke. IGA Toogoolawah 4/13 Abel Cruz, For Frank 6/15 Julie Yeo, Grand Hotel Esk 7/16 Men’s Garry Hutchinson, Ladies Judi Marshall.

What a great day to be out playing for our Captain and Vice Captains Trophy Day.

Our appreciation goes to Peter, Craig and Clinton for all the hard work they do putting the field out and the prizes on their Trophy Day. Thank you.

Coming Events Saturday 10th August

Seymour’s Toyota Trophy Day

A 4 Person Ambrose 11.00am

Shotgun Start. Wednesday 14th August

Ladies AM Golf 9.00am hit off, PM Chook Run 3.00pm Hit off

Results for Saturday 3

August 2024 Single Stroke

Men’s Div 1 Winner: L Briody

71 R/Up: K Lodder 72

Men’s Div 2 Winner: C Gleeson 67 R/Up: K Bacon 68 ocb

Best Gross: C Wieland 75

BRD: C Lodder M George 68 P Thode L Sheraton L Briody

71 K Lodder P Jensen P Brown S Webb J Ormaechea 72

NTPs: 2: D Johnstone 5: A Charnock 11: D Hellyer 14: C Gleeson.

Kilcoy bowls

Tuesday 30 July – Trophy Day sponsored by Lyn Chandler & Pam Taylor. Raffles: Marg Worrall, Noel Lanes & John Pratt. The Spider was won by Bill Edwards. Winners of the day, drawn out of the hat were, Tony Gray, Col McGrath, Zach Bell, Denis Bleakley, Lester Bechly, Renie Lauchlan, Dave Tonkin, Pat Bleakley, Michael Dunn & Rhonda Cochran. Game results: Trudi Pratt, Michael Dunn & Ross Kerr defeated Dave Tonkin, Lyn Chandler & Pat Bleakley 17-14; Noel Lanes, Rhonda Cochran & Tom Hunter defeated Jenny Edwards, Renie Lauchlan & Col McGrath 15-9; Margaret Worrall, Bill Edwards & Tony Gray

defeated Greg Staniforth, Jef Welden & Zach Bell 22-5; Lester Bechly, Tracey Evans, Harold Alford & Trevor Stewart defeated Joe Hasson, Nathan Earl, Sharon Walker & Denis Bleakley 18-13.

Friday 2 August - Member’s Draw: #19 Trudi Pratt (Present). $20 next Friday. Raffles: Lenore Hughes, Ida Moffett, Lenore Christensen, May Wallace & Margaret Worrall.

Saturday 3 August - Kilcoy men’s pennant teams defeated Kallangur at Kilcoy.

Sunday 4 August - A game of championship men’s triples was played. Jamie Mitchell, Chris Gaedtke & Matt Harrison defeated Aleck McCloskey, Dave Phillips & Bill Edwards in a match that came down to the last end.

Coming Events: Wednesday 7 August - Turbo Triples sponsored by Kilcoy Funeral Directors. 10am start. Wednesday 14 August - Pub Day.

Sunday 25 AugustFashions on the Green Barefoot Bowls Day. 12pm start. Put your glad rags on. Fun for the whole family. $5 per bowler. Food available. Bar open. RSVP by Tuesday 20 August with your name and number of adults & children attending to rsvpkilcoybowls@gmail.com Social bowls every Tuesday - names by 8.45am for 9.30 start. Everyone is welcome - experience is not necessary and we can loan you some bowls if needed. Flat soled shoes are the only requirement.

Backstroke queen defends gold in Paris

Caboolture local Kaylee McKeown wins fi ve medals and makes history

CABOOLTURE superstar Kaylee McKeown created history last week as she defended her Tokyo success with gold in the 100m and 200m backstroke at the Paris Olympics.

Kaylee became the fi person in the history of the Games to defend the titles in a stunning meet, which included a 4 x 100m medley relay silver and two bronze medals for the 200m medley and 4x100m mixed medley.

The Redcliff 23-year-old, now has nine medals across two Games, including fi calling these Olympics a “rollercoaster” on Instagram.

Her 200m medley fi has created controversy, with some claiming she was robbed of a silver medal, following speculation about an illegal turn of second placer, Kate Douglass.

Despite fan protests, Kaylee told News Corp she’s just “kind of got a cop on the chin”.

With experts split on whether she should be considered ‘most valuable

$205M sports facility for Moreton Bay

THE City of Moreton Bay is set to receive a $205.5 million state-ofthe-art indoor sports facility, designed to serve as a key venue for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre has been approved by both the Australian and Queensland governments, with a Project Validation Report (PVR) completed and procurement now underway.

The facility will feature 12 multi-sport courts, spread across two separate halls, accommodating a diverse range of sports including basketball, netball, boxing, and volleyball.

During the Games, it will host up to 10,000 spectators and a variety of events to be determined through consultations with Games Partners.

Construction is expected to commence between 2026 and 2028, with procurement for the Managing Contractor and Principal Consultant set to begin in August 2024.

Premier Steven Miles expressed enthusiasm for the project.

“Queenslanders are right behind Team Australia

as our country shines in Paris,” he said.

“As we look to 2032, this Sports Centre will be bigger and better than originally planned.”

City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery celebrated the project, saying the centre “is a testament to Moreton Bay’s growth and potential”.

“It will serve not only as a venue for Olympic and Paralympic events but also as a community asset for sports, cultural events, and more.”

Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King added the centre will be a landmark for one of Queensland’s fastestgrowing cities.

“As we cheer on our athletes in Paris, we’re investing in infrastructure

that will expand the region’s capacity to host major events and create a lasting legacy,” she said.

Queensland Minister for State Development Grace Grace emphasised the project’s economic benefits, noting it will bring important jobs and economic activity to the region.

Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee President Andrew Liveris said the development will help meet the rising demand for sporting facilities, planning to be environmentally sustainable.

The new facility will target a 6-Star Green Star Building rating, aligning with the Queensland Government’s commitment to sustainability and accessibility.

Snakes holding open day

The Caboolture Snakes Cricket Club is holding a sign on day on August 11, between 10am and 12pm, and is inviting all interested to join at 28-44 Grant Rd, Morayfield.

The day will have onsite assitance for new and returning members, with facilities being open for vistors to have a look, along with new outdoor nets being open for use.

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Yowies trample Bulldogs

The Kilcoy Yowies C Grade men had a fantastic game on Saturday, August 3, as they defeated the Beerwah Bulldogs in a 6 to 16 scoreboard at the Beachmere Sports Grounds.

The Yowies are now holding third place on ladder.

Nathan Hagua was a standout player, having scored two of the three tries.

The Yowies men are facing off against the Yandina Raiders this week, August 10, at the Hopetoun Sports Field.

Footwork shines at nationals

◗ Casey Olive

Students from the Morayfield based dance studio, Footworks Dance, have achieved great placements during this year’s Australian Teachers of Dance (ATOD) National Championship on July 19 to 21.

The dance studio got to send nine of their students

in Junior Hip Hop) and Taylor Osborne (fourth in Senior Jazz) each placed in the ATOD National Championship while representing Queensland and their dance studio.

Over 60 competitors from across the country participated in the three-day-long event, demonstrating the best Australia has to offer in

who made it this far, as there were many hoops to jump through to get to this level and then to place was amazing,” she said.

“This was a very exciting new city to visit with most students never having been there before.

“To place was an absolute thrill as this was the best of the best from each state.” The dance studio is now eyeing the 2025

Kaylee McKeown. Photo credit: Instagram

Olympics for all ages ages

Liam Wilson presenting the medal.

WOODFORD Manor

Aged Care had an exciting kick-off to the Olympics, as it hosted its very own boxing match between resident Kay Hooper and employee Sharni Wilson, with professional boxer

Liam served as his twin sister’s coach while also mediating the fight, naming 82 year old, Bad to the Bone Hooper the winner.

Spitfire Wilson and Bad to the Bone Hopper

went three rounds, with Ms Hooper knocking Ms Wilson to the ground on a few occassions.

Ms Wilson, as opposed to her twin brother and Ms Hooper, never trained boxing before, having her young age on her side. Despite this, skill and

practice still proved to be more important to win the gold medal.

The Manor and event organisers went above and beyond, printing t-shirts, buying medals, setting up a ring and even building a podium.

“I just want to thank all

the effort that went into bringing this spectacle together,” Ms Hooper said.

Her boxing coach, Lee-Ann Swan, said Ms Hooper was a real inspiration of what elderly people can still do, with Ms Hooper

training twice a week for the past four years.

“It showcases the elderly can keep going and have mobility,” Ms Swan said.

Liam said it was an great to be there and support his sister and the facility of his local area.

◗ Marina Gomide

Main - Kay ‘Bad to the Bone’ Hooper beats Sharni ‘Spitfire’ Wilson.

Top - Liam Wilson opening Round 1 for Kay Hooper and Sharni Wilson.

Bottom - Group photo of all organisers with the boxers ands their ccoaches.