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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk I had been anticipating a story in this week’s edition on the announcement of the next Queensland election, but as at time of printing of the Free Times this week no such announcement had been made. It could of course happen this coming Sunday, with time now starting to run out for ALP Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk to go to the polls before Christmas.

The business sector in Queensland is crying out for an election and who can blame them? When the political climate is unstable, which it has been in this state since the last election, business confidence falls and key decisions are often put off until an election is held, if indeed the result creates at least some political certainty.

Locally in our own state seat of Southern Downs we will have an interesting scenario to say the least, with veteran MP Lawrence Springborg to leave state politics.

So far we have three candidates James Lister for the LNP, independent Rob Mackenzie and One Nation’s Josh Coyne, with the ALP yet to announce its candidate.

History shows us that even in a safe seat, when a long-standing MP leaves the whole show opens up.

Bring it on Annastacia Queensland needs to speak. ● Jeremy Sollars

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THIS WEEK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT… LIFE BAN, HEFTY FINE A prominent Queensland harness racing driver has been fined $5000 after being convicted of three counts of match fixing in the harness racing industry.

Barton Cockburn, 28, of Limestone Ridges in the Ipswich area was convicted last week in the Brisbane Magistrates’ Court of the offences, which the court heard were committed at Brisbane’s Albion Park Paceway in November 2016.

He has also been banned for life from the racing industry and had his

licence cancelled.

Cockburn was one of three people charged with match fixing offences in April this year by detectives from the Queensland Racing Crime Squad, after an investigation of match fixing allegations in the harness racing industry.

The offences carry a maximum penalty of 10 years imprisonment.

Cockburn was fined $5000 for all three offences and his convictions were not recorded after the court heard he had no previous criminal history, was remorseful and had been “a prominent

The Southern Downs Regional Council says it cannot provide a timeframe for assessment of a tender for the leasing out of the Warwick Saleyards to a private operator.

As reported late last month the leasing out of the saleyards moved a step closer after the September meeting of the Southern Downs Regional Council.

Councillors voted to move to a “refined tender process” after calling for expressions of interest (EOIs) for leasing out of the saleyards.

A council statement issued on Friday 22 September referred to a “preferred respondent” from the EOI process who had been chosen to move to the next stage and submit a formal tender to the council.

The statement did not name the interested party.

The Free Times this week asked the council if it could provide details of how long the formal tendering process was likely to take and when a final decision on leasing out of the saleyards was expected to be made.

A council spokeswoman said the “process between the preferred responder and council is ongoing, and therefore no specific timeframe can be given”.

“A formal tender document will be required to be submitted,” the spokeswoman said.

The move to the next stage of the process followed a meeting of the council’s Saleyards Advisory Committee on Thursday 7 September, the minutes of which were adopted by councillors in a confidential session of September’s council meeting.

Mayor Tracy Dobie has continued to reiterate that the saleyards “are not for

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Cr Dobie has also stated that the council can choose not to award a lease and continue to directly operate the saleyards.

She said in September that while the council has run the saleyards effectively to this point, “professional experienced management is necessary to ensure best practice”.

“Competitive pricing remains a priority for council, as competitors to both the north and south of Warwick are undertaking major upgrades to their facilities, including a $14 million facility upgrade at Casino,” she said.

“Council also believes the saleyards have a unique opportunity to demonstrate the high quality of local produce on display, supporting the agricultural sector, which is the biggest contributor to the local economy.

“Over the next few months the preferred respondent in the Expressions of Interest process will be requested to respond to issues raised by the council and the Saleyards Advisory Committee.

“At the end of the tender process, council can choose to issue the tender, or cease the process.

“It is important that the Warwick Saleyards function effectively, and remain competitive." ●

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“All of our test work and trials to date indicate these assets are highly prospective, and the upside we feel is significant,” the company’s statement on 3 October said.

“However, given the prior issues with the site and commodity prices, we will be seeking to have a very cautious and constrained view at entry and advancement, to ensure the site can sustain the economic cycles of metals prices and exchange rates.

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The mining company which plans to re-start the formerly defunct Twin Hills silver mine at Texas says its testing and trials show the mine is still “highly prospective”.

As reported last week, the silver mine has moved a step closer to re-starting operations, with MRV Metals having secured a Queensland Government mining lease over the site this month.

MRV Metals is a wholly-owned subsidiary of stock exchange-listed company Moreton Resources.

A company statement released on Tuesday 3 October says MRV Metals plans to develop “a mining precinct that will look to advance silver, copper, zinc and gold metals”.

“The operations are scheduled to be fully operational by January 2018 and (we) seek from that stage, immediate positive cash flow,” the statement said.

The mine is located six kilometres from Texas and was previously operated by Alcyone Resources, which went into receivership in 2014.

Locals have held concerns over potential run-off from cyanide holding ponds at the defunct mine during heavy rainfall, but the State Government has issued repeated assurances the Dumaresq River catchment has not and will not be affected.

The site also has abandoned mining infrastructure and stockpiles of unprocessed ore, and has been monitored in recent times by the State Government’s Abandoned Mines Unit.

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officers to the Racing Crime Squad (RCS) in the New Year,” Commissioner Barnett said.

“This will take the number of full time investigators attached to the RCS from four to six.”

Also facing a charge of match fixing is Warwick-based harness trainer Dayl March.

March is yet to enter a plea, and his matter was due for mention again in the Brisbane Magistrates’ Court yesterday, Wednesday 11 October.

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driver in the harness racing industry who had now lost his racing career”.

Queensland Racing Integrity Commissioner Ross Barnett said the court result and the life ban on Cockburn “should put an end to industry speculation about whether the Commission would be able to gather sufficient evidence to obtain convictions”.

“I’d like to take this opportunity to remind all racing participants that the Commission will step up its efforts to ensure the integrity of the racing industry with the addition of two more

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unters are in for a special treat at this year’s 2017 Warwick Cup, with Queensland racing identity Blair ‘Gibbo’ Gibson the special guest at Allman Park.

For the ‘once a year’ punter or just the uninitiated, Gibbo is the brains behind popular racing website brissyraces.com.au, and he’ll be sharing his insights on the 2017 Cup field on Saturday.

As well as tips for midweek and Saturday races in ‘Brissy’, Gibbo’s website is also packed with general news and views from the world of thoroughbred racing and boasts around 700,000 ‘page hits’ a year.

Gibbo started the website six years ago at the behest of his wife Sascha - who decided it was time he put his racing interest and knowledge to practical use - and its following has ballooned since then.

And it’s not his day job either - Gibbo has a full-time gig in the horticulture department at Brisbane’s Griffith

University, with which he juggles around 30 hours per week managing the website.

You’ll be able to meet Gibbo at the Warwick Cup Calcutta tomorrow night - Friday 13 October, perhaps lucky for some - and he’ll be meeting race-goers throughout the day on Saturday and offering his Cup tips after reviewing the form.

“I was a bit flattered to be asked to be the special guest this year,” Gibbo told the Free Times this week.

“I have a big family connection with Allora - my dad was from there and my grandma Joyce Gibson still lives there.

“The family is pretty scattered these days and I don’t get down there as often as I should.

“It’ll also be my first Warwick Cup so I’m really looking forward to it.

“Obviously I’ll be at the Calcutta and I’m looking at maybe doing a ‘best bets’ tip sheet we can hand around on Saturday.”

Gibbo’s love of the horses began in childhood, growing

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up in the Murwillumbah area with racehorses owned and trained by his dad.

“My best mate’s dad is Bernie Quinn - he’s the longest serving turf club chairman in New South Wales, he’s still the chairman of the Tweed River Jockey Club after 40 years,” he said. “Racing used to be on a Monday and my mate and I would skip school and head over to the track.”

Gibbo says the plan for the website was never to be “just about tips”.

“A lot of websites ‘talk at you’ - my aim is to have tipping info but also general racing information of interest to punters,” he said.

“The punting info is opinion-based but I also have press releases and interviews relevant to the racing industry.

“It’s more of a knockabout kind of approach.

“Melbourne Cup is coming up and obviously that’s where the interest is going to be.”

Visit Blair ‘Gibbo’ Gibson’s website at www.brissyraces. com.au ●

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Don’t miss the Calcutta ...

The Friday night My Optical Warwick Cup Calcutta will feature Gibbo and host James O’Shea.

The Calcutta will be held at the Warwick RSL from 6.30pm tomorrow night, Friday 13 October.

Admission is free and all are welcome - enjoy nibbles and a cash bar, with live Calcutta action - Calcutta tickets are $5 each, bring your friends and form a syndicate.

A good field of more than 140 runners over the seven races is tipped for Saturday at Allman Park.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Great fun and fashion on and off the track at Allman Park once again this year.

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Cup day fever hits town ...

There’s only two more sleeps until the 2017 Warwick Credit Union Warwick Cup - and Cup fever is taking over the town.

The pavilion precinct is the place to be on Cup Day so you won’t miss a minute of the action. The precinct fronts the track and offers guests exclusive access to a full service bar, amenities and betting facilities all located adjacent to the Fashions on the Field Marquee by Rose City Shoppingworld.

Warwick Turf Club secretary Kristen Doyle said pre-paid pavilion packages would be available right up until the close of tomorrow, Friday 13 October.

Around 140 nominations are expected for Saturday’s seven-race Cup program.

As well as the racing itself, Cup day promises a host of other highlights, including Fashions on the Field and live music from 4pm to 8pm from popular local band Sleeping Dogz, and there’ll be plenty of shade around Allman Park with warm weather anticipated.

When and where: Allman Park Racecourse, Victoria Street, Warwick, gates open from 11am; general admission $20pp or $15pp if pre-paid.

Organise pre-payment and book Pavilion packages by calling Kristen Doyle on 0414 899 854.

Great prizes for Fashions on the Field ...

The Rose City Shoppingworld Fashions on the Field is the most glamorous event on Cup Day. Fashionistas will be competing for more than $7,000 worth of cash and prizes.

The ‘Best Dressed Lady’ major prize is a travel voucher valued over $2000, plus $500 cash, a Riverview Hotel voucher and much more. Judges will be scouting the crowd on entry for finalists in three categories - Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Couple and Best Millinery.

5. Hats or fascinators are essential; 6. Understanding and interpretation of current fashion trends - a truly fashionable lady will have an edge to her outfit that makes heads turn; 7. Grooming and deportment; 8. Suitability of the outfit for the climate; and 9. Entrants must be females over 18 years of age.

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NEWS COUNCIL’S CASH SPLASH The Southern Downs Regional Council has awarded contracts worth almost $7.5 million over the past 12 months, online records show.

The list of awarded contracts worth more than $200,000 each on the council’s website was recently updated after the Free Times queried why contracts awarded since October 2016 had not been publicly listed, as required under local government legislation.

The contracts over $200,000 awarded since last October are: · Design and construction of two bridges - Connells and Box Roads, to Ozwide Pty Ltd, $1,569,400; · Supply of two multi-tyred rollers, to Hastings Deering (Australia) Limited, $363,000; · Emu Swamp Feasibility Study, to GHD Pty Ltd, stage one $460,307; · Design and construction of water and wastewater pipeline (Morgan Park), to NTS Group, $2,070,000; · Water treatment plant clarifier, to Alder Constructions Pty Ltd, $2,440,000; · Supply of suction-type street sweeper, to Rosmech Sales and Service Pty Ltd, $330,718; and · Asphalt at Kenilworth Street, to Boral Pty Ltd, $219,340. ●

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SES VOLUNTEERS GET AMONG THE MEDALS Warwick’s Roslyn Newley is among State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers across Queensland whose dedicated service has been formally recognised.

SES South West Region personnel attended an award ceremony in Toowoomba last Saturday with Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner Katarina Carroll.

She said SES Week - 7 to 15 October - provided an opportunity to recognise “the outstanding contribution of staff and volunteers”.

“In times of crisis, the state turns to its more than 6000 SES members,” Ms Carroll said.

“These volunteers selflessly donate their time and energy to assist their communities and SES Week is our chance to thank them for their wonderful service and dedication.”

The South West Region is supported by more than 700 active SES volunteers from 45 groups.

‘Regional Unit of the Year’ was awarded to the

Warwick SES Unit for its co-ordination and execution of several search and rescue operations in conjunction with other emergency service agencies including the Queensland Police Service and Queensland Ambulance Service, resulting in the rescue of missing persons.

SES Regional Manager Bob Bundy said the Warwick SES Unit “is a well-managed and highly trained unit which actively engages all its valued members”.

“As a result, their members are always willing to put up their hands and provide a comprehensive service when their community needs them,” he said.

SES Week certificates were presented to Roslyn Newley and other regional volunteers for “displaying exceptional dedication to their SES Units or Groups and their community”.

A number of National Medals and clasps and SES Meritorious Medals and clasps were also presented to dedicated and deserving SES volunteers at the ceremony. ●

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Warwick SES volunteers Roslyn and John Newley with Sharn Pogan, local controller for Western Downs Unit at Roma and the region’s ’Member of the Year’.

Free ‘Well Women’s health clinics’ will be conducted around the Darling Downs in November by Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service mobile women’s health nurse Kathryn Anning.

The service is free and confidential and is available to all women.

“A pap smear every two years can prevent the most common form of cervical cancer in up to 90 per cent of cases, and is the best protection against cervical cancer,” Ms Anning said.

“All women who have ever had sex should start having pap smears between the ages of 18 and 20 years, or two years after first having sex, whichever is later.”

Ms Anning also provides a range of other services including breast awareness and sexual health testing, as well as advice for issues such as continence, menopause, contraception and general well-being.

Upcoming clinics will be held at ... · Warwick Hospital, Wednesday 1, 8, and 29 November at the Specialist Clinic, (eastern side of the hospital), between 9am and 3pm. Phone Warwick Hospital outpatients department on 4660 3841 for inquiries and bookings. · Clifton Medical Centre, Tuesday 14 November between 9am and 3pm. Phone Clifton Medical Centre on 4697 3097 for inquiries and bookings. · Stanthorpe Hospital, Thursday 23 November, between 9am and 3pm. Phone the community/oral health centre on 4683 3460 for inquiries and bookings. · Allora, Southern Cross Care, Tuesday 28 November, 29 Darling Street Allora between 9am and 3pm. For information and bookings phone Southern Cross Care on 4666 3171. · Killarney, Thursday 30 November between 10am and 3pm. Phone Killarney and District Aged Care Facility on 4664 1488 for inquiries and bookings. ●

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Separate Realities Granite Belt Artist Denis Brockie, winner of the 2015 S’Arcy Doyle Landscape Prize, will be exhibiting a retrospective of his paintings in the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery from 12 October to 26 November.

Richard Blundell will open Denis’ exhibition at 6pm this Saturday 14 October.

This Sunday morning 15 October at 10am the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery will host Richard Blundell, Adjunct Professor at the Queensland College of Art and Denis Brockie in an enlightening and informal talk in which the paintings, the techniques and the motivation behind the work will be discussed. ●

KIDS, PETS AND ART

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All smiles - Cody Cook, Emma McCallum, horse and dog physiotherapist, Barbara Schmoelzer, Warwick Arts Council representative and Luke Cook ready to take on Warwick Arts Council’s Kids, Pets and Art day on Saturday at the Cowboys Clubhouse.

It was a big day of activities for all the family and their pets.

Cody and Luke were on hand to keep everyone laughing. Robyn Monaghan, art co-ordinator, said they were “lovely down to earth young men”.

“I got the biggest hug from both of them at the same time,” she said.

“They are lovely young men and helped me to set up the art table and pitched in when necessary. While they were here, Luke adopted a dog from ARK Animal Welfare.” ●

The Southern Downs Artists Exhibition opening night was held at the Warwick Art Gallery with John James, Warwick potter, and Jason Gard from Rose City Shoppingworld, a sponsor of the ehibition.

John James received a commendation award for his beautiful bowl on display now in the Southern Downs Artists Exhibition.

The judges comments were: “This ceramic bowl from local clay has a timeless elegance. The hand of the artist is evident adding to the integrity of the piece. There is a reverence in the bowl that acknowledges pottery’s relationship to earth, fire, and water translated through the artist’s vision” John James Pottery will hold an open day Saturday 21 October from 9am at 99 Kurrajong Road, Warwick. John will be happy to show visitors how it all works. There will be pots for sale including some nice seconds. Morning tea is available. ●

WHAT’S ON...

Mick Bradford’s Heavy Horse Day, this Sunday 15 October - enjoy our local camp oven stew and damper and other food options for lunch, even try the pancakes and ice-cream.

Warwick Rodeo Country Craft Market Saturday 28 October, Leslie Park, Palmerin Street, Warwick. Co-ordinated by the Warwick Potters Association Inc. ●

THE STREET PARADE IS BACK! The Warwick Rodeo Street Parade is back in 2017. The theme for the parade is ’Denim and Diamonds’, which is also the theme for the Rodeo Queen Quest. The parade will feature the Rodeo Queens and some professional rodeo competitors.

Float entry forms are available at the Warwick Visitor Information Centre or on the council’s website at sdrc.qld.gov.au ●

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NEWS NEW TOWER, MORE SIGNAL POWER Yangan and Emu Vale Optus customers will have mobile reception following the ‘switch-on’ of a new tower in the area, as part of the Federal Government’s Mobile Black Spot Program.

The site - at Careys Road just south of Yangan - signals wide-area mobile and data reception for Yangan and Emu Vale.

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by Optus with the Federal and State Government to deliver coverage in 21 locations across regional Queensland.

Optus has co-located its equipment on the existing NBN tower at Careys Road.

Optus vice-president of Regulatory and Public Affairs Andrew Sheridan told the Free Times Optus was “pleased to be a part of the Federal Government’s Mobile Black Spot Program and to be able to deliver crucial telecommunications infrastructure to regional and remote areas across Australia”.

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WATCH OUT FOR 'NEWLOOK' NOTICES The Southern Downs Regional Council this week said ratepayers would soon receive, or might already have received, the first of the two ‘new-look’ utility notices for the 2017'18 financial year.

A spokeswoman said those who had registered for notices by email or BPAY View would have received

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It’s a true family affair, with Scott and Lynelle numbering their daughter and son-in-law among their staff.

The Warwick Optus store is open from 9am to 5.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, from 9am to 7.30pm on Thursday and 9am to 4pm on Saturday. ● their utility notices and paper notices would be reaching ratepayers’ mailboxes shortly, with an issue date of yesterday, Wednesday 11 October.

“The due date for payment of the utility charges is 5pm, Friday, 10 November 2017,” she said.

For further information about the changes to your utility notice, or to discuss the details of a confidential payment agreement, contact council on 1300 MYSDRC (1300 697 372). ●

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THIS ONE’S PLUM GORGEOUS I recently helped a friend plant a loropetalum “plum gorgeous” as I am told they are extremely hardy and I know how beautiful they look in full flower. Where it is planted it will have to prove very hardy as there has been a number of casualties of so-called hardy plants previously!

As with most plants they respond to good soil and good drainage and will thrive if given care and attention. However I am told they will also grow quite happily in clay and are not too fussy in their requirements.

Once established they take little water to keep them going but do not like to dry out over extended periods of heat. As with most things, mulching is very beneficial and will help with water retention and a dose of slow release fertiliser in Spring will be helpful.

They are also frost hardy so will suit a very wide range of areas.

As they grow nicely in a dense dome shape naturally, they require little pruning other than to keep them neat or shaped to your pleasure. They will grow to about 1.5 metres high with a spread of about two metres, liking full sun but will tolerate some shade. A remarkably easy care plant, they can be used trimmed as a hedge, their weeping habit makes them ideal in an Asian inspired garden and they are a stunning feature plant and are even suitable for growing in pots.

Two in pots either side of my front door on my front patio would look really nice. I may have to give that idea some

consideration and search out some good pots to complement them!

I have seen one in a front yard near where I live that has been pruned into a ball about four-feet in diameter. In full flower in Spring it looked absolutely spectacular!

These hardy shrubs were first found in Hun an province of China and are native to Japan. They are closely related to witch hazel.

Their common name is “Chinese Fringe Flower” and the Australian bred ‘Plum Gorgeous’ is the best of the loropetalums for foliage colour. Even without the spectacular raspberry coloured flowers in Spring and Autumn, they are a great addition to any landscape with their year-round deep purple foliage.

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I am at home again and my garden has not fared too badly while I have been away thanks to the ministrations of a lovely neighbour.

I have been mowing, dead-heading and cutting back and things are much better than I feared they might be!

I couldn’t resist a trip to the nurseries and came home with some lovely beefsteak and grosslisse tomato plants and some “blackberry” vinca plants. After the great show the vincas gave last summer and the amount of self-seeded plants that are appearing, I thought this spectacular - almost black - variety would give a nice contrast to the white, pink, red and purple ones I expect from last year.

I also found some black and white muscat variety grape vines and think I am going to have to find a spot for them.

Black Muscat grapes are my alltime favourite table variety and so hard to get with the public’s current liking for seedless varieties.

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While Plum Gorgeous may be the most spectacular for flower and foliage colours, loropetalums come in a range of colours from white to pale yellow flowers with green leaves, through varying degrees of pink with bronze or purple foliage right up to Plum Gorgeous!

I really like the name and whoever came up with it deserves credit as it really is very evocative and describes the shrub beautifully in the Australian vernacular. I hope the one planted thrives as it will be the first thing seen as you enter the house yard gate.

Garden Competition entries closed on Friday and by the time you read this the judging of the 35 gardens will have been completed. Entries came from the Warwick town area, Leyburn and Allora so it will have been an interesting trip around with the judge, Barry Murphy, from Stanthorpe.

Although entries are down on last year it was to be expected given the dry and discouraging year we are experiencing.

Thankyou to all those who have braved the elements and entered the competition.

Don’t forget St Mark’s rose show or the Horticultural Societies Spring Flower Show next week. Entries are free and will be accepted on Wednesday morning from 8am until 10am, with judging then and the show open to the public from midday. Or come and enjoy a light lunch and cuppa and catch up with friends. ●

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OVERDOSE OF KID FUN GETS 'EM GOING Warwick East State School held a special 'Community for Kids - Under 8s Day’ on their oval last Friday 6 October - there were plenty of free activities including playdough, water play, arts and crafts, storytime, an obstacle course and face painting, plus a visit from our local Ambos...

Fun in the sun on the Warwick East SS oval.

Plenty of chances to get creative.

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The kids enjoyed a visit from the Warwick Ambos.

The Under 8s had a ball of a time last Friday.

Interaction and fun was the name of the game.

Cooper, James, Felicity, Jonathon and Will.

Under 8s Day was a chance to chill out as the new school term got underway.

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BARNABY BACKS CHAMBER The Stanthorpe and Granite Belt Chamber of Commerce this week received a letter from Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce supporting the chamber’s desire to become the new proponent for the Emu Swamp Dam feasibility study.

Chamber president Ian Henderson said the chamber was “very excited at this prospect and will be working on strategies to become the proponent and fast-track the feasibility study project”.

“The Deputy Prime Minister, through the National Water Infrastructure Development Fund (NWIDF), committed funding of $3.97m for this feasibility study,” Mr Henderson said.

“Some of these funds have already been spent on initial investigations by the Southern Downs Regional Council.

“Emu Swamp Dam is a priority for irrigators and key to growing the economy of the Southern Downs.

“Barnaby Joyce is a strong advocate for advancing agriculture in Australia and developing water infrastructure is critical to the development of a more prosperous and resilient agricultural sector.

“Projects like Emu Swamp Dam, that can provide increased economic benefits, and stronger regional communities are what the NWIDF was established for.”

Mr Henderson said Mr Joyce was “keen that a new proponent can be established quickly to allow the remaining $3.52m of funds allocated to be spent on the engineering design, business case and

Barnaby Joyce planning approvals”.

“The council has expressed to Mr Joyce that they do not propose to advance the study and were open to a third party taking on the grant for this work, thus allowing another proponent to be appointed,” he said.

“The Stanthorpe Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to be granted this opportunity by the Deputy Prime Minister.

“The opportunity to take on the detailed business case came as a result of a submission to him from the chamber and the Stanthorpe Community Reference Panel.

“A subsequent meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister and the leaders of these two organisations was also recently conducted where Mr Joyce offered his support to this project continuing with the remainder of the existing grant. ●

LETTERS

The Southern Downs Regional Council will receive $11 million in funding from the Federal and State Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA) to fix flood damage from Cyclone Debbie earlier this year.

Mayor Tracy Dobie said this week that while our water supply benefitted from the heavy rainfall associated with Debbie “some of our local roads did not, sustaining significant damage”.

“Due to the high level of damage, and the opportunity to receive support through the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA), council did not attempt to fix all the damage immediately, instead undertaking only sufficient remedial work to enable the continued use of the damaged roads,” she said.

“I would like to pass on my thanks and appreciation to those residents who have shown such patience, driving on these roads that have undergone only temporary repair.

“However if council had undertaken to fully repair these roads immediately, it would have been at our ratepayers’ expense.

“All levels of government - local, state and federal - are fully aware of the cost of restoring roads damaged by flooding and know that it is beyond the capacity of local councils and ratepayers.

Flood debris from the Cyclone Debbie rain in March, trapped under the Victoria Street bridge in Warwick.

“Over the last six months council staff in conjunction with NDRRA representatives have undertaken an extensive damage assessment of the region’s road network and found that approximately 300 kilometres of roads sustained damage from ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

“Council has now received advice that the Queensland Reconstruction Authority, which has oversight of NDRRA, has approved reconstruction work projects in the Southern Downs.

“Council has received approval for $11 million in funding so far, and council has made further submissions for which approval is expected in the short term.

“This is in addition to the funds that council expended immediately after the disaster to restore critical road infrastructure and connectivity.” ●

Post your letters to: PO Box 749, Warwick QLD 4370 or email: newsdesk@freetimes.com.au

GOD'S WORD REJECTED It would appear that freedom of speech, freedom of thought, freedom of conscience and freedom of religion are already being outlawed in Queensland.

A Stanthorpe Church had legally displayed on Queensland Rail property, a sign stating that in Mark 10:6, Jesus said “God made them Male and Female.”

Evidently same-sex marriage activists pressured Queensland Rail to have the message removed.

It is deplorable that in 2017 in Queensland and the ‘free’ country of Australia, the words of Jesus are no longer permitted to be written or spoken or broadcast.

What will happen next? Will Bible-believing Christians no longer be permitted to publicly remind people that “God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish, but have eternal life” (Jn.3:16).

God’s word is being rejected, disregarded and considered to be offensive.

Let’s have some backbone and commonsense. May we vote ‘NO’ to a contempt for God’s word -the Bible.

And may we vote ‘no’ to changing our Creator God’s institution of marriage, which is between a man and a woman.

Peter Wiggins, Warwick.

LET'S BE BLUNT In response to Peter Wiggins’ letter to the editor on the same sex marriage survey, and others in recent weeks, I’d like to make my own view on the topic clear.

More than anything, I feel strongly that spending $122 million on a non-binding postal survey - as opposed to a referendum held in conjunction with a federal election is a scandalous waste of public money. One only needs to look at the state of national highways in this region, let alone the state

of other infrastructure and public services here and elsewhere, to realise that.

It’s also a waste of money because it’s 2017 for goodness sake, and same sex marriages should have the same legal and social status as straight ones, including what happens with children, property and assets should the marriage come to an end. And as far as children are concerned, the idea that children cannot be raised to be happy and healthy individuals by a same-sex couple is as absurd as suggesting that children from single parent families, or those whose straight parents split up, will somehow have less of a shot at a successful and fulfilling life.

Despite the progress our society has made in accepting difference, there is still stigma attached to being gay and it is felt particularly by young people. Rates of mental illness and suicide are still too high among young gay people, and that is to our shame as a society and to the families of

young gay people who distance themselves from them, or cut them off completely.

And don’t tell me there aren’t gay people out there masquerading in a ‘straight’ marriage because for whatever reason they haven’t come out, including those with children. Is it really better - for everyone concerned - for that person and parent to be living a lie?

I am politically conservative - although I probably lean back towards the centre and I have voted ‘Yes’ in the survey, as will a lot of other conservative straight people.

The end result may of course be closer than many ‘Yes’ voters are expecting, but I believe the ‘Yes’ case will get over the line.

And if it does, we can only hope the Turnbull Government will act accordingly and make it law, and then we can all move on to far more pressing issues.

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cars must be ordered & delivered between 1st October 2017 and 30th November 2017. A. $15,990 drive away price applies to Accent Sport Manual model with non-metallic paint. B. $17,985 drive away price applies to Accent Sport Automatic model with metallic paint option. C. $14,990 drive away price applies to Accent Hatch Active Petrol 1.4 Manual model only. D. $27,990 drive away price applies to Tucson Active Petrol Manual model with non-metallic paint. E. $48,045 drive away price applies to Tucson Highlander Diesel model with metallic paint option. F. $39,990 drive away price applies to Santa Fe ActiveX Automatic model with non-metallic paint. G. $41,685 drive away price applies to Santa Fe ActiveX Automatic model with metallic paint option. H. $28,990 drive away campaign price applies to FS5 Veloster Petrol Manual model with non-metallic paint. I. $31,585 drive away price FS5 Veloster SR Petrol Automatic model with metallic paint option. J. $20,990 drive away price applies to Elantra Active Manual model with non-metallic paint. K. $35,385 drive away price applies to Elantra SR Automatic model with metallic paint option. Finance to approved applicants, excluding Government, Rental and Large Fleet Buyers. *$75 per week repayment is based on $22,990 drive away price, 3.93% p.a interest rate, 48 month term, 20% deposit and 25% balloon. +4.99% p.a. comparison rate is based on a 5 year secured consumer ďŹ xed rate loan of $30,000. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. ^Maximum ďŹ nance term of 48 months, minimum 20% deposit and maximum 25% balloon required. Credit criteria, fees, charges, terms and conditions apply.

Orders must be placed and delivered in October 2017. Finance applications must be approved by 31/10/17 and settled by 30/11/17. Finance provided by St.George Bank – A Division of Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141 AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 233714. †Interest accrues during the no repayment period (the no repayment period is not interest free), and must be paid after the no repayment period over the subsequent repayments. As a result, the total interest charges payable over the term of a loan with a no repayment period will be higher than equivalent loans without a no repayment period. Only available on Consumer Fixed Rate Loans and Commercial Goods Loans. Finance to approved applicants (excludes Government, Rental and Large Fleet Buyers). Offer ends 30th November 2017. Credit criteria, fees, charges and terms and conditions apply. Hyundai Finance is a registered trademark of Hyundai Motor Company and is operated under licence offered by St.George Bank – A Division of Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141 AFSL and Australian credit licence 233714. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or promotional offer. Terms, conditions and excesses apply. ~Offer only applies to upgrade from Manual to Automatic on all Veloster models.

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GREAT CARS

HOT PRICES! USED CARS PRICED TO GO AT BLACK TOYOTA 2011 Toyota Landcruiser VX

2013 Toyota Hilux SR5 4x4

$63,880

$31,990

under 151,000kms 6 Speed Automatic 4.5L 8 Cylinders Turbo Diesel

Under 132,000kms 5 Speed Manual 3.0L 4 Cylinders Turbo Diesel

Driveaway

D21062

REDUCED

W26393

2014 Hyundai iMAX Van

W26372

Under 104,000kms 4 Speed Automatic

2013 Holden Cruze CDX Sport Under 87,000kms 6 Speed Automatic 1.8L 4 Cylinders Petrol

Driveaway

2.4L 4 Cylinders Petrol

Was $25,990 Was $16,990

$11,990

Driveaway

8 Seater

$20,990

Driveaway

O82241

2012 Holden Colorado LTZ 4x4

$31,990 Driveaway

w26413

2013 Kia Optima SI Sedan

W26469

2013 Volkswagen Amarok TDI400 Under 88,000kms 6 Speed Manual 2.0L 4 Cylinders Turbo Diesel

$15,222 Driveaway

Was $29,990

$27,990 Driveaway

Under 154,000 kms 6 Speed Automatic 2.8L 4 Cylinders Turbo Diesel

REDUCED

R35282

Under 49,000 kms 6 Speed Automatic 2.4L 4 Cylinders Petrol

W26391

2015 Toyota Prado GXL 4x4 Under 102,000 kms 6 Speed Manual 3.0L 4 Cylinders Turbo Diesel

Was $49,990

$46,990 Driveaway

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Under 53,000kms 2.4L 4 Cylinders 5 Speed Auto Petrol

W26421

$20,777

Driveaway

2007 Toyota Landcruiser GXL

2012 Toyota 4x4 Hilux Workmate

$41,990

$29,990

Under 169,000kms 5 Speed Manual 4.5L 8 Cylinders Turbo Diesel

Under 132,000 kms 5 Speed Manual 3.0L 4 Cylinders Turbo Diesel

Driveaway

W26454

BLACK TOYOTA 9-11 BETTA PLACE, WARWICK | 07 4667 6000 blacktoyota.com.au

Driveaway

W26414

COME IN AND MEET THE TEAM Branch Manager Jason Sales Team Ben, Bryce, Lauren, Travis Finance and Insurance Courtney

W26473

2011 Nissan Navara ST-X 550 4X4 Under 119,000kms 7 Speed Automatic 3.0L 6 Cylinders Turbo Diesel

$33,990

Driveaway

New Sales Manager David Used Sales Manager Lewis

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PERFECT DESIGN FOR YOUR BLOCK You’ve found the piece of land to build your dream home - and now you have a myriad of plans to search through to find what will suit your needs.

For peace of mind and professional advice, why not let Ian Darnell of Inspire Planning and Design help you design the perfect home for you.

“I endeavour to give clients a

design which not only meets but also surpasses the required codes, fits their needs by taking into consideration the use of space and their lifestyle and is suitable

to the site.” Ian said.

Ian is a licensed building designer and a member of the Building Designer Association, as well as the Planning Institute

of Australia, who keeps up with the latest building codes and legislations.

His designs range from simple homes, the huge or unusual, or to multiple units and buildings up to three storeys high.

The Building Designers Association is also keen to promote designs that protect the environment. Ian has

achieved the level of an Endorsed Sustainable Building Designer.

Ian designs his projects to utilise the available space, together with the placement of rooms, taking into consideration the energy efficiency and sustainability of the building.

For further particulars, phone Ian on 4661 3714 or email to darnell@nspire.com.au ●

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For peace of mind and professional advice, why not let Ian Darnell of nspire Planning and Design help you design the perfect home for you.

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Talk to Ian Darnell of nspire Planning and Design to discuss the plans for your future home or other building.

For further particulars phone Ian on 4661 3714 or email to

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RELAX AND ENTERTAIN THIS lovely three-bedroom home with great relaxation and entertainment spaces in one of Allora’s popular streets has been renovated so the new owner can move straight in and enjoy.

The extra spacious living room is situated in the heart of the house and is complete with a wood fire, perfect to keep warm and cosy during the cooler months of the year.

Venture to the right where you will find a substantial area perfect for your dining suite and the large kitchen featuring more than ample bench space and cupboards making it a delight for the cook in the house. The kitchen/ dining area boasts a reverse-cycle air-conditioner which also flows through to the living room.

The three bedrooms are located on the left side of the house. Two of the bedrooms feature built-ins and all three have carpet, which is in good condition. The enclosed sunroom at the back offers the opportunity for a fourth bedroom, study, or rumpus room - make it whatever you want to suit your needs. The bathroom has a large linen cupboard, a separate toilet is situated beside the bathroom and an enclosed laundry is found off the verandah.

Be delighted as you step through the back doors at the amount of outdoor covered space provided which you can utilise to relax or entertain, starting with the timber deck with stairs leading down to an also covered concreted area.

Colorbond fencing wraps around three sides of the property giving the owner privacy in their backyard and the 687 square metre block provides adequate yard space for the gardener and is complete with a garden shed and single Colorbond shed.

What are you waiting for - inspect today. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 41 Drayton Street, Allora Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1 car garage View: By appointment Price: Offers over $240,000 Agent: Deanna Millard 0409 866 777

WARWICK 14 KIDMAN DR EXCELLENT BRICK IN ESTABLISHED ESTATE

COMFY COMFY HOME

• 3 brm – all with carpet and built-in robes • Main with ensuite • Tiled kitchen and living area • Main bathroom with separate shower & bath • Featuring A/C and security screens throughout • Large outdoor covered entertainment area • 800 sqm block with fenced back yard • Powered, lock-up shed www.pswarwick.com: 1057

• Low set home with 2 large bedrooms with built in robes.

• Main bedroom with ensuite. Undercover outdoor sitting area.

• Country style kitchen/dining. Spacious main bathroom.

• Large living area with outlook to the surrounding hills.

• Front and rear verandahs provide sitting areas for you to enjoy the peaceful lifestyle also.

• Well established yard that complements the feel of the home.

• Large workshop/shed that you can access from the rear laneway.

• Solar to the grid helps with the power bills.

• 3 rainwater tanks for approx. 46,800 litres of rainwater.

• outside septic loo is set up in the traditional dunny style building. www.pswarwick.com: 1069

PRICE $300,000 CONTACT Deanna Millard 0409 866 777

PRICE $239,750 negotiable CONTACT Bevan Vanderwolf 0408 457 793

ALLORA 41 DrAyTon STreeT

ALLORA 28 DrAyTon ST

FANTASTIC FAMILY/ENTERTAINER HOME

READY TO RENOVATE

• Beautifully presented low maintenance home with 3 good sized bedrooms (2 with B/I robes) • A large kitchen and separate dining area with A/C • Large lounge room with wood ire place it is perfect for families • A bonus timber rear deck with huge undercover outdoor entertainment area makes for a brilliant extra space along with a single lock up garage and garden shed and Colorbond fencing. www.pswarwick.com: 1083

• Has been the family home for many years and now looking for a new family to love.

• Many original features that lend this home to a renovation show casing the charm of the original era.

• VJ walls, wide skirting boards, high ceilings, brick ire place and chimney (ireplace currently blanked off) • timber loors, 4 panel timber doors, original front entry door with brass knocker, fanlight openings above doors, wood stove in recess, so much for you to work with.

• 3 bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, laundry, eat in kitchen, 2 wide enclosed verandah rooms for use as sleepouts/family/craft/ play rooms and 2 bay colorbond shed with 2 roller doors, concrete loor and power connected.

• Located a short easy walk to the town centre and on an easy care 1012 m2 (¼ acre) block. ready for you to make this your home. www.pswarwick.com: 1073

PRICE $240,000 CONTACT Deanna Millard 0409 866 777

PRICE $197,000 negotiable CONTACT Bevan Vanderwolf 0408 457 793

WARWICK 114 WALLACe STreeT

ALLORA 21 DrAyTon ST

GREAT LITTLE INVESTOR

ONE OF A KIND...A VERY SPECIAL PROPERTY

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• Large rooms with French Doors opening onto verandahs.

• 3 bedrooms each with ensuite.

• Split system air cond and wood heater.

• Well appointed master suite with kitchenette.

• The property operated as reppels Bed & Breakfast.

• Located in the heart of Town.

• 4th bedroom attached to self-contained accommodation.

• All bedrooms with air-conditioning and wood heater.

• Large and inviting country kitchen.

• open plan lounge and dining area.

• Wrap around verandah. Landscaped gardens & Courtyard.

• Close to Allora’s main street. www.pswarwick.com: 1082

PRICE $165,000 CONTACT Deanna Millard 0409 866 777

PRICE offers In High $400’s CONTACT Bevan Vanderwolf 0408 457 793

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TICKING ALL THE BOXES THIS property undeniably ticks all the boxes. When you inspect this residence you will appreciate that it has been carefully planned and positioned to capture incredible views over Warwick and also to provide absolute seclusion.

Not to mention that the home is stunning and extremely comfortable.

The house, built by Metricon Homes, has been completed in August 2016.

Features include high ceilings and doors, lots of natural light and plenty of space and four spacious bedrooms - two with walk-in robes and two with built-ins.

There is an excellent flowing floor plan which will appeal to many, a beautiful kitchen with large gas stove, dishwasher and walk-in pantry.

There is a formal dining, formal lounge and family area and zoned and ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning plus wood heater.

There are floating timber floors throughout and an office area/craft room, double garage with automatic roller door and extra storage space.

The house has a 3.8 kW solar system, well-appointed and expansive alfresco area, tasteful landscaping, rainwater tank and much more on offer - you must inspect in order to fully appreciate. Be very quick to secure this property as it is exceptional and outstanding. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 11 Kalinda Rise, Warwick Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 car garage View: By appointment Price: $549,000 Agent: Tiffany Cruice, 0447 301 913

RENOVATOR’S DELIGHT

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Suburb:

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Warwick Qld 4370

Address:

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25 Albert Street •฀Only฀a฀few฀blocks฀from฀the฀CBD

• Residence is set well back from the road

Price:

•฀Lots฀of฀potential/character

AUCTION 21/10/17 ON SITE 2 PM

•฀Ensuite฀and฀walk฀in฀robe฀off฀the฀main฀bedroom

Land:

•฀Open฀plan฀living฀area

674 m2

•฀Raked฀ceilings

•฀Separate฀lounge฀room฀lows฀to฀the฀dining฀room •฀This฀wraps฀around฀to฀the฀kitchen •฀Living฀area฀opens฀to฀the฀back฀deck •฀Spacious฀sleep-out •฀Third฀toilet •฀Roomy฀but฀manageable฀yard

•฀Two฀have฀built฀in฀wardrobes

•฀Combined฀dining/lounge฀area

Tiffany Cruice 0447 301 913

•฀Neat฀bathroom,฀separate฀toilet

Inspect/Open:

•฀Internal฀laundry

SATURDAYS 1 – 2PM

•฀Single฀lock฀up฀garage฀+฀garden฀shed

•฀Single฀garage

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•฀Tidy฀kitchen฀with฀upright฀electric฀stove

Agent:

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Price:

•฀Three฀spacious฀bedrooms

•฀4฀bedrooms,฀three฀with฀built฀ins

282 Wood Street

Agent: Tiffany Cruice 0447 301 913

Inspect/Open: SATURDAYS 11:30 – 12:30PM

•฀Fully฀fenced฀house฀yard

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THE AUCTION PROCESS EXPLAINED AUCTION clearance rates are improving with the numbers of registered buyers and crowds also increasing across Queensland.

If you’re planning to bid at auction, the REIQ strongly recommends securing preapproval for your finance and organising a building and pest inspection on the property beforehand.

While the numbers of homes sold by auction in Queensland may only be relatively small when compared to NSW and Victoria, it is an increasingly popular method of sale which requires buyers to fully understand the process.

A very important part of the auction process is that the successful bidder on auction day will be required to sign the Contract of Sale and pay the required deposit on the spot. There is no cooling off period when you buy a residential property at auction in Queensland.

Open house days and inspections by appointment are the best time to make inquiries, get a copy of the Contract of Sale, take a good look around the property and clarify particulars.

It is also the time when building and pest inspections should be conducted. A reminder though - inspections can only be carried out with the permission of the owners and will be at the prospective buyer’s cost.

The REIQ recommends buyers consider obtaining inspection reports, as properties sold under the hammer are unconditional.

It’s also important to arrive early on auction day. This gives the buyer the chance to review the terms and conditions

of auction and make sure there are no late changes to the Contract of Sale and get themselves ready to bid.

The auction process itself is strictly defined by legislation to ensure fairness for both buyers and sellers.

Legislation requires all people bidding at auction to provide their names, addresses and proof of identity prior to bidding. This information must be provided for a bid to be accepted during an auction.

The bidder will be provided with a number, which must be displayed if you make a bid during the course of the auction. It is important to remember that you don’t have to bid just because you have registered, but you must be registered if you intend to bid.

Tips for bidding at auction include: · Position yourself to that the auctioneer can see you; · Hold up your bidder number and call out your bid in an audible voice; · You can either call out an exact amount, or indicate the increment you wish to increase the previous bid by (this increment may be suggested by the auctioneer); · At the start of the auction, the auctioneer will announce if the property is to be sold with or without a reserve price. · The auction may refuse to accept a bid It is also important to keep to your budget during the auction because if you are the successful bidder, you will be the new owner of the property. ●

AUCTION 14th Ocotber 2017 10am on SITE 42 Carey’s Rd, Emu Vale 4371 25kms EAST of WARWICK

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TRACTOR & VEHICLES: -Fordson Dexta tractor, Madza 4WD Bravo 2001 B2500 ute & tipping body (128,000km, rego),Kawaski 300 Quad, Dixon 44” Zero turn 22hp mower, FARM MACHINERY: -Page 5ft slasher, Sheare 3ptl cultivator, rear blade, back scoop, 3ptl post hole digger, Hardi boom spray (8mt boom), buck rake, 14ft tyre roller, 10ft tandem disc harrows, Sears overlander 5ft mulsher,single tyne ripper, 6ft tool bar,3 leaf fire harrows, Ferguson 2 farrow M/board plough,3ptl forks, rear pallet forks, 300L hardi sprayer with 6M boom & rear retractable hose reel,

SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL (subject to council approval)

Location

•฀1581฀square฀meter฀allotment฀•฀Zoned฀medium฀density฀residential •฀Located฀approx.฀1.5kms฀from฀CBD •฀Existing฀dwelling฀is฀very฀large฀•฀4฀bedrooms฀-฀3฀have฀built฀in฀storage •฀2฀bathrooms฀-฀one฀upstairs฀&฀one฀downstairs •฀Comfortable฀lounge฀room฀with฀wood฀heater฀&฀R/C฀air฀con •฀Tidy฀kitchen฀with฀dishwasher฀and฀upright฀electric฀stove฀•฀Ofice฀and฀sleep-out •฀Internal฀laundry฀•฀Workshop,฀Fern฀house฀•฀Gazebo,฀Double฀carport •฀Covered฀deck,฀Fenced฀yard

190฀Grafton฀St

Open Home Saturday’s฀10฀–฀11am

Contact Tiffany฀Cruice฀-฀0447฀301฀913 4

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OPEN HOMES Southern Downs Realty

FURNITURE: -round table & 4 chairs, silky oak side board,lead light china cabinet (curved), Italian imported carved 6 piece lounge, Qld red cedar china cabinet, chase lounge, 5 piece queen bedroom suite, Westinghouse fried & freezer, radio player, out door table & 6 chairs, dinning table & 4 chairs, timber sideboard, sofa bed, 2 x dressing tables, 2 x bedside tables & headboard, numerous garden gear.

PLUS ITEMS TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION PAYMENT STRICTLY DAY OF SALE --- EFTPOS AVAILABLE

SATURDAY 14.10.17 9:30 – 10:30am

24 Evans Crescent

10:30am AUCTION 11am

85 Percy Street

Southern Downs Realty Brent Bowles 0408 670 055

10 – 11am

190 Grafton Street

Southern Downs Realty Tiffany Cruice 0447 301 913

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282 Wood Street

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25 Albert Street

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Office 112 Palmerin Street, Warwick Qld 4370 Website www.sdrealty.com.au Email admin@sdrealty.com.au

GENERAL & TOOLS: -Large PTO cement mixer, hay feeder,garden trailer,9” angle grinder, elec drill, ¾’ sockets, drop saw, gun safe, poly water trough, round hay feeder, trailer crate, Avery 50kg scales,Honda firefighter, bike boom spray,2.5hp 40L compressor, weed eater,2 x steel benches, 2 x welders, drop saw, engine hoist, Honda G400 & Dunlite generators, Stihl 038 chain saw, 2 x elec chain saws, 5ton wood splitter, qty hand tools & spanners, 1 ton grain feeder, steel tank(approx 450gl, used for molasses), Bushman FURNITURE:-round table & 4 chairs, silky oak side board,lead light china cabinet (curved), Italian imported carved 6 piece lounge, Qld red cedar china cabinet, chase lounge, 5 piece queen bedroom suite, Westinghouse fried & freezer, radio player, out door table & 6 chairs, dinning table & 4 chairs, timber sideboard, sofa bed, 2 x dressing tables, 2 x bedside tables & headboard, numerous garden gear.molasses poly tank(1000gl- on steel stand,work bench with vice, 2 x wheel barrows, C-DAX quad bike spray tank (60L with 12v pump), Masport push mower & catcher ( 4hp motor),push bikes, Vista commando rdger with 3.5hp B&S motor, 2 x ute steel tool boxes, garden trailer for ride on mower, 40 sheep panels & Gates.

Southern Downs Realty Ben Lubben 0438 305 590

OVER 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN OUR LOCAL AREA IN SELLING, AUCTIONEERING & CLEARING SALES

Please call Stuart Bond on 0419 677 775 or 4661 3462 www.stuartbondrealestate.com.au sbondrealestate@bigpond.com

STUART BOND REAL ESTATE & AUCTIONEER

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MICK BRINGS OUT ALL THE BIG GUNS

BY JEREMY SOLLARS

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Mick Bradford’s beloved Clydesdales will delight once again this year.

The rolling Swanfels Valley east of Warwick will once again be the backdrop for this year’s Heavy Horse Charity Day at the property of popular local identity Mick Bradford.

The 17th Heavy Horse Day is on this Sunday 15 October from 9am, and will feature a packed program of working old-time farming displays including blacksmithing, wheelwrighting, hay-making, chaff-making and corn-shelling - and all done with true horsepower.

Mick’s Clydedales are something of a local icon and never fail to impress, and this year they’ll again be joined by two teams of bullocks who will haul timber and wagons, recalling the region’s rich timber industry heritage.

And visitors to Mick’s property could be treated to a fly-in by an RACQ LifeFlight helicopter, with all proceeds from the day going to the airborne medical rescue service.

The day is also run in conjunction with the Killarney Lions Club.

“Bring the kids for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see how things used to be done, without all the show and shine,” Mick said.

“The Killarney Lions will again have food and drink in the big blue tent.

“There will also be pancakes, ice-cream and syrup, Sno Cones, camp oven damper, an ice-cream van, market stalls, jumping castle and an animal nursery.

“Displays will include axes, whips, horse bits, harness making, and a local blacksmith and wheelwright.”

Mick will be working his famous “horse works” which pumps water, threshes corn and slices pumpkin.

Mick Bradford’s Heavy Horse Day has

GROOVY GRANNIES PULL OUT ALL THE STOPS IN ANTI-CANCER FIGHT The Warwick ‘Groovy Grannies’ will hold a fund-raising garage sale for cancer care this Saturday 14 October, from 7am at 176 Glen Road, Warwick.

There will be a sausage sizzle and tea and coffee available, with proceeds being donated to Toowoomba Hospice. ●

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The Warwick Community Development

Come along and see a display of true ‘horsepower'.

Bring the kids for a great day out.

The Killarney Lions Club will be firing up the barbecue. raised almost $100,000 for LifeFlight over the past 17 years. · The Heavy Horse Day is on Sunday 15 October from 9am at 122 Swanfels Road, Yangan. Take the Yangan Road from Warwick and follow the signs. ● Anzac Memorial Committee and the Warwick Warrior Woodcutters will hold a fund-raising luncheon and auction this Sunday 15 October, to raise money for a new war memorial wall and dais in Warwick’s Leslie Park.

The luncheon will be held at the Warwick Golf Club from midday, with a charity auction conducted by Tom Potts and a raffle, with the prize a return limousine trip to the Empire Theatre in Toowoomba. The meal will be served at 1.30pm.

Music from ‘Sleeping Dogs’.

Pre-pay for tickets at the Warwick Golf Club, inquiries 4661 1720. ●

THIS WEEKEND!

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COMMUNITY DIARY FRIDAY 13 OCTOBER St Marks Womens Guild 55th Annual Rose Festival will be on Friday 13 October at St Marks Hall. Competition schedules detailing the five sections are available from St Marks Church Office, from the Parish website www. warwickanglican.org.au or by emailing sue.nalder@gmail.com. Entries brought to the hall between 8.30am-10.30am.

Call Joyce on 4661 1938 or Sue on 0427 962 281 for further information.

SATURDAY 14 OCTOBER The Groovy Grannies will be hosting a garage sale on Saturday 14 October at 176 Glenn Road from 7am. Donations are greatly accepted. There will be a sausage sizzle, tea and coffee. Proceeds will go to Toowoomba Hospice.

Phone Barb on 0428 757 505 or Shirley on 0408 454 961.

MONDAY 16 OCTOBER Warwick National Seniors will travel on Monday 16 October, departing at 7am to see Glow Worms, have lunch, and walk the Gallery walk, all at Mount Tamborine. Book at Suncorp until Wednesday 11 October, all inclusive. For more details, phone Carmel on 4661 3136.

WEDNESDAY 18 OCTOBER Warwick Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show will be on Wednesday 18 October and Thursday 19 October at St Mary’s Hall, Wood Street, Warwick.

SATURDAY 21 OCTOBER Warwick Uniting Church Spring Fair will be on Saturday 21 October, corner Guy and Fitzroy streets, Warwick, from 9am1pm. Bargains, entertainment, food

GET IN FOR LAST OF THE GRANITE BELT WILDFLOWER WALKS The last in a series of wildflower walks being conducted by the Stanthorpe Rare Wildflower Consortium, will be held this coming Sunday 15 October at Girraween National Park.

Spokesperson for the consortium, Liz Bourne, said the walks aimed to show people some of the diversity of the flora of the Granite Belt as well as helping them to identify local species and learn more about their ecology.

Ms Bourne said that as part of their activities to raise public awareness about the local flora, the group had produced a colour booklet which depicted over 250 of the species that people were most likely to come across and and much more. Contact Marg on 4661 2166 or Sue on 4661 1454 for more information.

Warwick Singles Social Club Over 50s will meet on Saturday 21 October at Amy’s Cafe in Allora from noon for lunch.

Join us for social occasions regularly for friendship, meet new people, coffee, movies, chat. Contact warwickssc@ gmail.com.

SUNDAY 22 OCTOBER Travelling Country Music Club Social will be on Sunday 22 October at Cowboys Clubhouse from 10.30 am - 5pm.

Endless cups of tea or coffee all day, two-course lunch plus afternoon tea all for just $8 per adult. Inquiries: contact Marlene on 4661 3930 or Del on 4661 3023 or Ruby on 4664 4163.

these would be available for sale at the walk.

She said that anyone with an interest in the Granite Belt’s wildflowers was invited to come along. The walk will be going to the Mt Norman area in the southern section of the park, with access via Wallangarra.

Ms Bourne said the walks usually took a couple of hours, but people were welcome to stay longer if they want to enjoy the spectacular spring wildflowers the area had to offer. Participants should bring a hat and water bottle and wear sturdy footwear.

The walk should be suitable for most ages and levels of fitness.

The walk will start from the picnic area

SATURDAY 4 NOVEMBER Warwick Singles Social Club Over 50s will meet on Saturday 4 November at Belle Vue Cafe in Warwick at noon for lunch. Join us for social occasions regularly for friendship; meet new people, coffee, movies, and chat. Contact warwickssc@gmail.com.

Pratten Community Country Markets will be on Saturday 4 November at the Community Hall, White Street, Pratten, from 9am - 4pm. $5 per stall inside or outside, tea, coffee, sandwiches, slices and sausage sizzle all day. Stall bookings to Di Lawlor on 0402 144 809.

TUESDAY 7 NOVEMBER Killarney Red Cross Melbourne Cup Takeaway Meals will be on Tuesday 7 November at the Senior Citizens Hall.

Meals available from 11am, cold meats,

on the Mt Norman Road and directions will be signposted from Wallangarra.

For further information, please phone 4683 6374 or go to www. granitebeltwildflowers.com ● salads plus delicious desserts $12.

Ring Shirley on 4664 1248 or Coralie on 4664 1380.

SUNDAY 19 NOVEMBER Warwick Singles Social Club Over 50s will meet on Saturday 19 November at Stanthorpe RSL from noon for lunch.

Join us for social occasions regularly for friendship; meet new people, coffee, movies, and chat. Contact warwickssc@ gmail.com.

SUNDAY 26 NOVEMBER Travelling Country Music Club Social will be on Sunday 26 November at Cowboys Clubhouse from 10.30 am - 5pm.

Endless cups of tea or coffee all day, two-course lunch plus afternoon tea all for just $8 per adult. Inquiries: contact Marlene on 4661 3930 or Del on 4661 3023 or Ruby on 4664 4163. ●

PUZZLES Quick Clues

Fill the grid so that every row and every 3x3 square contains the digits 1 to 9

2 8 9

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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7494 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Beer shampoo. 7, L-ai-r. 8, Advanced. 9, Fear-ed. 10, S-tres-s. 12, Save up. 15, Re-coil. 17, Clar-inet . 19, Neat. 20, Words fail me.

Down - 1, Pear-tree (anag). 2, Is-land. 3, Car-v-es. 4, Spin. 5, Rowers. 6, B-lad-e. 11, Re-cent-ly. 13, (sw)allows.

14, Pun-ish. 15, Rat-tan. 16, Ina-n(on)e. 18, R-are.

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DOWN 1. A repeater found out in the orchard (4-4). 2. Isn’t water, though it’s in it (6). 3. Worries about the number of cuts (6). 4. Revolve round the trip (4). 5. They pull together, though they don’t get on (6). 6. Be hiding the youth in the grass (5). 11. Depend on the money taken in of late (8). 13. Doesn’t stop the swallows heading off (6). 14.

Discipline? That’s a joke with his waywardness! (6). 15.

Cane the renegade, Brown (6). 16. The silly girl had none on leaving (5). 18. That’s right: are unusual (4).

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QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7494 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Altercation. 7, Diva. 8, Nobleman. 9, Mingle.

10, Target. 12, Reveal. 15, Quince. 17, Virginia. 19, Cure.

20, Counterpane.

Down - 1, Strangle. 2, Orange. 3, Rabbit. 4, Vice. 5, Enrage. 6, Alibi. 11, Raincoat. 13, Evince. 14, Length. 15, Quarry. 16, Curse. 18, Gout.

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THE SPIN

SPOTLIGHT ON REARDON'S DAY DUTY Whether you are a Holden or Falcon tragic, motor sport enthusiasts normally put a great deal of planning into their Bathurst weekend - be it a stay-at-home barbecue or the annual pilgrimage many locals make to the mountain. Then there are those of us who are once-a-year enthusiasts and have no great allegiances but who regularly tune in for the latter stages of “the race" confident we can hold our own in a conversation. Last weekend was more enthralling than normal and had many glued to the coverage as Warwick product Matt Campbell took up the co drivers spot beside Shane van Gisberg in the Red Bull Motor Racing car 97.

Mount Panorama never fails to deliver up some extraordinary twists and sometimes even fairytales. Sunday was no exception as the weather rolled in across the mountain, making conditions in the opening laps treacherous.

Matt Campbell had an early scare when he spun out at the cutting early in the day, but recovered well and showed plenty of fight and ticker.

The attrition rate at the back end of Bathurst is always high, and Sunday was no exception. Van Ginsberg and Campbell worked hard all day, and with 20 laps remaining our number 97 had the lead and a legion of local supporters dared to dream for the 23-year-old.

With conditions on the mountain and in the straight changing constantly, errors were playing a big part. After an extraordinary drive which saw Van Gisbergen clock one of the fastest laps of the day - there was heartbreak as he speared off down the escape road at a restart on lap 144, then had a massive off at the Chase trying to recover. With just laps to go, Van Gisberg drove the ears off the 97 car to get back to fifth as the team and their supporters were left like many others in pit lane to ponder on what might have been.

Hats off to winning drivers David Reynolds and Luke Youlden and Betty Klimenko and the small Erebus team seems that the fairy godmother of Bathurst does make some dreams come true while for others it becomes another tough day at the office.

Van Gisberg and Campbell will be out to make amends at the Gold Coast this weekend, and once again Campbell will have plenty of local support.

My TV will be tuned to watch.

- Casey REARDON ON WORLD STAGE Stanthorpe golfer Luke Reardon had an excellent round in Saturday’s local club competition finishing with the Best Gross of 71 in the single stableford competition.

For Reardon, it was a nice segue between international flights and the heady scene of International Golf.

Only four days earlier he was shaking hands with former US Presidents Bill Clinton, George Bush and Barack Obama and current President Donald Trump.

Mixing it on the world stage with the best in the golf business including Jordan Speith, Dustin Johnson, Ricky Fowler, Brooks Phil Mickelson, Adam Scott, Louis Oosthuizen and long-time mate, Jason Day. So how did all of this transpire. It began with Reardon’s enrolment at the Hills Golf academy as a promising young golfer and the start of a lasting friendship with his roommate Jason Day. 22 SOUTHERN FREE TIMES

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Luke Reardon, pictured with his father and captain of the Stanthorpe Golf Club, at the completion of last Saturday's competition.

Recently when Day’s mentor and long-term caddy opted to cut back on the demands of tour, the former World No 1 had no hesitation in seeking out Reardon who he has often said was the better player between them, to take over the caddy role.

Since then, Reardon has carried the bag for his mate in three tournaments in the US including last week’s President’s Cup played at the Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City where the Statue of Liberty is the backdrop.

Twelve of the best US players compete against a 12-player International Team selected from all countries outside of Europe.

Tradition is, that the US President attends and speaks with the 24 players and their caddies, and this tradition continued this year.

Reardon reflected on what was a great moment in his life meeting the Presidents, saying it was on a par with the friendships he has established with people such as Tiger Woods, Adam Scott and Cameron Smith. Not the footballer but another young Australia making his mark on the US PGA tour.

Because of Jason Day’s world ranking, both he and Reardon get plenty of TV exposure. Reardon’s entry into the international golf arena has been well documented on Foxtel’s Golf Channel with viewing audience of millions, and he has not missed the opportunity to plug his hometown.

Luke Reardon said of his home course, “The golf course here is more challenging than it looks, and has its own quirks and challenges and it would have been a tragedy if it was lost to the community. “I always look forward to playing here when I come home, and each time I can see the improvements that have been made around the course by the volunteers”.

Reardon said it was encouraging to find four school-aged juniors playing in Saturday’s local competition. He encourages juniors to take up any sport saying, “Look where it has taken me.”

Luke’s father Richard is captain of the Stanthorpe Golf Club and when asked if he was proud of Luke’s achievements, he answered simply “I am proud of all of my children”.

This week Reardon finds himself back on another international flight headed for China as Jason Day prepares for the Asian Golf tour.

Following the Asian competition, he will take a break and will be back in Stanthorpe enjoying a hit on the local course where he holds the club record of six under par 66 and spending quality time with his family.

He will return to the USA in 2018 for the

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nationwide PGA tour circuit which includes the Masters at Augusta and the US Open at Shinnecock Hills where he will be working with his former roomie to recapture that sought-after and lucrative No 1 world ranking.

MATURE TEAM SHOW THE WAY The final of the Tannymorel club selected bowls pairs was played on Saturday 30/09.

Joel Farmer and Darren Rabbit took on Gordie Assay and Grumpy.

After completing 21 ends of great bowls the 2017 winner were the more mature pairing of Assay and Grumpy. They gave their younger opponents a few lessons on the green winning 21-12.

The first round of the new Tanny Classic competition got underway. If you did not get to play in the opening round, you can still join the fun - nominate by 6pm this Friday night or call Thommo (0458 016 539) or Gordie (0427 289 680). Bowlers and non bowlers are welcome, with organisers, declaring the more the merrier.

PREPARING FOR STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS The Single Action shoot held at Inglewood saw Ross Jackson claim a win. Minor placings were claimed by Ray Dudgeon and Stephanie Dudgeon. While the competition blazed away, two of the locals, Tom Donald and Scruffy Morgan took the opportunity to brush up Qld Muzzle Loading State championships. Preparations are well underway for the State Championships which the Inglewood Club will host next weekend. S.S.A.A. Muzzleloaders use all types of original and replica muzzle loading rifles, shotguns, pistols and cap and ball percussion revolvers. Most of the excellent replicas available are made in Italy, with others coming from the USA, Spain, Japan, England and other European countries.

The Championships get underway from Friday when the range on Bosjnaks Road will be open for practice.

The official program gets underway on Saturday with the championships running over two days.

Admission to the event is free and spectators are welcome, however, nominated shooters must be members of the SSAA. Camping is available at the site. Further information is available on the Inglewood Club’s Facebook page.

CLOSE FINISHES IN GATEBALL There was plenty of activity on the Stanthorpe croquet court on Friday morning as the gateball crew organised themselves into teams for the morning’s play. Team One, Andrea Denkewitz, Sharyn Roser and Les Williams took on Margaret

Dickenson, Jenny Tunbridge, Joy Newman and Val Fancourt, Team Two. The first game was a closely fought affair until Team Two scored late points in the final minutes of the game and came away with a 12-8 win.

The second game could not have been closer with the game finishing in an 11-all tie. On cutback, both teams had the same number of one and two point scores. A ’shoot-out’ was necessary to break the deadlock, and it was Team One who won with a 4-3 score.

After the break, Bill Golding joined Team One and in another very close game it was Team One who snuck home with a 12-9 win at the end of the 30 minutes.

Team One went on to win the final game of the day scoring a run away 17-8 win.

A reminder that there will be no gateball or croquet sports over the next couple of weeks as the court undergoes some running repairs.

Two of our Stanthorpe’s regular gateballers, Andrea Denkewitz and Margaret Dickenson, are heading off to Bateau Bay (NSW) to play in the Australian Gateball Team Championships, and will join the Toowoomba team. Twentyfour teams from around the country and six international teams play in the Championships this weekend.

RAWLINGS ON THE PODIUM On a busy Bathurst Sunday, Phil Zikan got the chequered flag ahead of runner-up John Rawlings. Figuring in the run downs were Jim Mitchell and Terry Roser who also scored the Best Gross but missed out on a podium finish. Wattsy was on song on the 12th and 17th picking up both pin shots.

Paul Armstrong claimed the Pro Pin. Angelo Tee off this Sunday is at the normal time of 8am, however, a reminder to Sporters to mark Sunday 28 October in their diaries as a day off as there will be no Sporters due to the Stanthorpe Golf Carnival.

BUSY WEEKEND FOR LOCAL GOLFERS A busy weekend for Stanthorpe golfers culminated with the mixed foursomes championships on Sunday. The championship event is played over 27 holes and the alternate shot format saw the trophy going to team Waterworth, Matt and Nikki. Things were tight at the top of the leader board, with just one and two shots between the top three finishers. Lyle Bryant and Edith Stewart used their combined handicaps well to earn the best nett score on the day.

Saturday’s competition sponsored by 4 Waters Supplies was for the October monthly medal and putting competition.

David Burgess returned nett 69 to claim the medal, and is the last qualifier for the Medal of Medallists event which will be decided next month. Bob Watts, managed to take out the runner-up spot despite playing under some duress with a badly swollen hand.

Luke Reardon returned from his golf duties overseas and after brushing shoulders with the biggest names in the game. He returned the best gross score of the day, 71, had the least putts for the round (24), and added the pin shot at three and a ball in the run down. He may have to pay excess luggage fee when he next leaves for overseas.

Matt Waterworth and Max Hunter held the remaining pin shots at 12 and 17.

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The ladies event was won by Lyn Ludlow with nett 75. Lyn also had best gross score of 93. Margie Locke’s score of nett 76 saw her take the runner’s-up spot. Helen Jones had the least number of putts, 29 for her round and Madeline Jarman held best approach at 17 for the ladies.

In the run down, it was a ball to all with scores of 71 and better. Special award given to Neta Thouard who was unable to complete the round due to an injury to one of her nails. Hope you get better soon.

This Saturday is 'Tee off for Breast Cancer Research.’ Funds raised during this special event will be donated to this charity.

The single stableford event is sponsored every year by Heritage Bank. Prizes are awarded for the Best Dressed Golfer and Best Dressed Buggy. The event is a single stableford with a shot gun start at 11.45 am. Registration should be completed by 11.15am, allowing adequate time for judging the fashions and best decorated buggy. This is always a popular and fun event - there is a time sheet on the board at the club house if you wish to nominate.

TACTICS PLAY THEIR PART Two games of golf croquet were decided last week. Both were shortened nine because of time constraints. As players become more adept at the game, they are becoming far more tactical in their games which has the domino effect of making each game longer, however, it adds to the challenge and intrigue of the games.

Dianne Wren, though not fully recovered from recent illness, was back in action and

Stanthorpe's Luke Reardon is enjoying the opportunity that has come his way after being called on to caddie for long time mate and former World No 1 Jason Day.

The whips will be cracking on Saturday at Allman Park for the running of the Warwick Cup.

in good form and finished with the best two game score of 10 hoops.

In the opening game, Dianne Wren, Bev Sullivan and Justin Liddy had a one-point win over Marian Castles, Elaine Brown and Shirley Page in a tight game. The final score 9-8.

In the second game, Dianne Wren teamed with Bev Sullivan and Elaine Brown and defeated Justin Liddy, Shirley Page and Marian Castles 9-7 in another close encounter.

Work has begun this week on improvements to the court surface and arrangements have been made with the bowls club for the use of one of their greens for the golf croquet games. Special thanks to Justin Liddy and the bowls club for arranging this interim solution which means players will not miss three weeks of play while the work on the court is completed.

DIAMONDS SPARKLE The Samsung Diamonds have bounced

after their recent loss to the New Zealand Silver Ferns to claim a three-goal win in the opening game of the trans-Tasman clash, Constellation Cup. After losing the Netball Quad Series trophy against the Ferns in September, the Diamonds played with renewed vigour and passion leading by eight goals in the second quarter. The Diamonds led 29 - 25 into the main break.

A nail-biting final term saw the Silver Ferns hit back, but the Australians came away with a three-goal victory.

Captain Caitlin Bassett was full of praise for the Diamonds’ midcourt players, saying their efforts were fantastic and make the job of getting the ball moving much easier.

The final quarter developed into a real arm wrestle, both sides putting everything on the line. The Diamonds were able to maintain their composure under pressure to hold onto a three-goal final margin.

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The team travel to Christchurch on Friday, before the second Constellation Cup test on Sunday 8 October at 2pm local time.

AT THE STARTING GATES FOR WARWICK CUP MEETING Excitement is building as the committee of the Warwick Turf Club gear up for a bumper crowd at the seven-race Warwick Cup meeting on Saturday.

Nominations for the meeting have been outstanding. One of the top fancies for the $25,000 2017 Warwick Cup is sure to be the well credentialed Grafton Galloper Belflyer.

The six-year-old gelding who has a win on the track to his credit recently won the 1400 metre Comm Cup at Ballina.

Prior to that he won the Moree Cup and was second in the Casino Cup. Twenty-four runners have nominated for the Cup, so a full field is all but assured.

The Frasers Transport Newmarket is also another popular race on the club’s signature weekends meeting. Toowoomba-based Ben Currie, Queensland leading trainer in 2016 has Captain’s Angel nominated for the Newmarket and several other runners in supporting races.

The meeting has also attracted interest from several Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast-based trainers as well as regular country Queensland and NSW trainers.

While there are plenty of racegoers (men and women) putting together their race day outfits for the Fashions on the Field competition, race club officials are putting the final touches on the course which after recent rain should be in top condition for the meeting. ●

AROUND THE GROUNDS

PREMIER DARTS In Thursday Team comp: Nobodies beat Throw N Hopes by 6-2. Best player was Brett Winsor with 12 tons and four pegs.

Dreamers beat Have-a-go’s by 7-2. Best player Kathleen Martin with six pegs and seven tons.

On Tuesday singles comp. Kathleen won two singles, with 9x80 and six tons but maintains top spot on ladies leader board by great margin.

Warren Young was on fire this day, winning all his games, scoring 10x80, 13 tons and 2x 180s. Brett Winsor still on top of mens leader board, but Warren is getting closer.

Also Mark Brunt had all wins on Tuesday. Note Mens, Ladies and Mixed Doubles Tournament on Saturday 4 November, Singles tournament on 5 November.

Both will start around 10am. Nominations will still be accepted for these.

WARWICK BOWLS Last Tuesday, 3 October, Open Triples was played with 14 teams competing and we thank these teams very much for supporting this day.

Result Round 1: N. Hassum, W. Gibson, G. Shelley d R. Smith, S. Valentine, T. Wright 14-5, A. Naylor, T. Seaniger, J. Ruhle d G. Johnson, P. Wagner, S. Tyter 11-8, P. Seipelt, G. Niven d T. Hagley, G. Davis, B. Bourke 12-7, C. Lawler, K. Hayes, B. Black d I. Fordyce, M. Thompson, M. Wagner 14-5, A. Scott, V. Banditt, T. Banditt d K. Bloomfield, L. Collie, M. O’Leary 14-5, C. Rach, B. Christensen, D. Christensen d R. Bean, I. Gambrill, M. Holder 13-6, The Summit d G. Assay, B. Walsh, G. Creighton 16-3.

Result Round 2-Skip’s name only: The Summit d G. Shelley 11-8; T. Wright d S. Tyter 16-3; J. Ruhle d B. Bourke 13-6; J. Niven d B. Black 12-7; G. Creighton d M. Wagner 163; M. Holder d T. Banditt 14-5; D. Christensen d M. O’Leary 14-5. Two teams had the same score but on a countback congratulations went to The Summit team and the runner-up went to Doug Christensen’s team. Wednesdays social bowls result: D. Neal, K. Hayes d H. Gibson, J. Ruhle freetimes.com.au

20-18 and R. Forbes, S. Tyter d T. Pritchard, B. Maunder 17-8.

Last Saturday and Sunday the club had a visit from 24 Capalaba Bowlers. Our members matched this number of bowlers and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves on the green and in the club. Capalaba provided two huge trays of every description of fresh seafood to be raffled for the Warwick Members. The lucky winners were Trevor Wright and Doug Christensen.

Sincere thanks, to the Capalaba bowlers, especially to their two members, Col and Geoffrey for organising such a wonderful two days.

Many thanks to all members, who played and made the days so successful. Also to Brian and John in the office, and the members who prepared the green, the lady members for all their home catering and Fay Wright for her assistance in the kitchen. None would not have survived without Fay’s help; thanks to Russell who worked miracles on the barbecue and the barmen Ken and Bing who were run of their feet.

COMING EVENTS: Thursday 12 October S.D.D.L.B.A. Super Vets at our Club. Morning Tea 9.30am Saturday 14 October: Social Bowls and Call up for the 2nd Round of Club Selected Triples as follows: I. Fordyce, B. Hansen, O. McPaul verse G. Niven, J. Niven, P. Collis Wednesday 18 October: K.F.C. sponsored bowls.

Saturday 21 October: Social Bowls Sunday 22 October: Bushies sponsored bowls afternoon. A great day is guaranteed as Bushies days are always very popular with great bowls, fun and prizes galore, so see you there.

Visitors are always made most welcome at all our social days on Wednesdays and Saturdays and Sunday sponsored days, Phone 46611516 with names in from noon to 12.30pm for play at 1pm.

SOUTHERN CROSS BOWLS Coming up this Saturday 14 October, Hope’s Body Repairs are sponsoring the afternoon starting at 1pm. All are welcome to come along and enjoy a game and finish off with a barbecue afterwards.

There will be good prize money and plenty of raffles.

Names in by 12.30pm.

The semi-finals and final of the mixed triples competition was played last Sunday. Results of semifinals: R. Lawson, K. Seaby, B. Lee d P. Gainey, G. Davis, C. Hope 19-11; V. Gray, B. Heffernan, D. Scotney d Q. Hamer, B. Cross, C. Sawyer 15-14. This was a very close game with both on 14 points on the last end. Final - V. Gray, B. Heffernan, D. Scotney d R. Lawson, K. Seaby, B. Lee 32-12. Congratulations to

Val, Barry and Dave. Results of the social game - L. Hartley, Clark/Slave d B. Hartley, K. Mooney 33-24.

A huge thank you to Val Gray for his very generous support in sponsoring the Twilight bowls last Friday evening. Two teams tied for the winners with both on identical scores. Results - V. O’Keeffe, Y. Reid, K. Mooney v L. Wall, Q. Hamer, B. Lee 13-13; R. Lawson, V. Gray d P. Gainey, K. Seaby 17-7; L. Hartley, M. Ford, B. Bourke d B. Hartley, J Marriott, N. Fletcher 11-5; M. Sharpe, D. Cross, D. Scotney d D. Busch, T. Francis, C. Hope 17-12; B. Hope, B. Gainey, C. Davidson d L. Marriott, R. Francis, C. Sawyer 1712. The two winning teams were D. Scotney’s team and C. Davidson’s team and the runners-up was B. Bourke’s team. Raffle winners were C. Hope, D. Cross, B. Hope, M. Ford and R. Francis.

Results of last Thursday’s games - T. Hagley, B. Donovan, A. Buse d L. Hartley, B. O’Brien, V. Gray 13-9; J. Marriott, C. Sawyer d J. Buse, L. Butler 27-8. Today Thursday 12 October will be the ladies meeting at 10.30am followed by bowls at 1pm.

A reminder the Condamine Sports Cub is sponsoring the bowls on 21 October.

WARWICK EAST BOWLS Last Thursday was our monthly mixed triples competition, with results as follows. Round 1: P. Collis,

M. Wright, R. Philps 12 d G. Wallace, D. Weir, B. Lee 7; B. Black, D. Christensen, C. Lawler 10 1/2 d G. Shelley, D. Derrick, N. Madsen 81/2 G. Carson, M. O’Leary, M. Sheppard 15 d K. Mooney, G. Davies, R. Lawson 4; C. Johnson, N. Hassum, D. Hassum 13 d G. Green, M. Skaines, J. Cochrane 6. Round 2 (skips only): C. Johnson 14 d G. Shelley 5; G. Wallace 13 d K. Mooney 6; B. Black 13 d G. Green 6; G. Carson 13 d P. Collis 6. The winners were G. Carson’s team and the runners-up were C. Johnson’s team.

On Saturday 30th September two games were played. In the first game, P Dipplesman, K. Wilson, V. Nelson 15 d. F Gambrill, C. Lawler 0. In the second game F. Gambrill, C. Lawler, V. Nelson 12 d P Dipplesman, K. Wilson 4. The overall winner was V. Nelson, with K. Wilson and P. Dipplesman as equal runners-up. P. Dipplesman was successful at claiming 25 per cent of the jackpot. Due to the inclement weather there were no social bowls played last Saturday.

On Saturday there will be mixed social bowls on offer as usual. Phone the club on 4661 9050 between noon and 12.30pm if you would like a game.

Play starts at 1pm. There will be the usual prizes on offer, as well as a chance at the jackpot, which stands at about $103, plus $1 per Saturday player.

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400 yards F Class (standard): Dave Taylor 125.11, Dave Norman 114.5, (open): Bruce McAllan 120.6, Margaret Taylor 116.6, (military rifle): Bob Tyllyer 76, Mike Hogan (DNF).

(Factory rifle): Paul Findlay 116.3, Peter Horsfield 80.

A good morning for shooting on Sunday, with light wind and mirage. Well done to the winners of each class. Next week we will be at 500 yards on Sunday 15 October, sign on at 8.30am for 9am start, contact Margaret on 4666 1018 for details.

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