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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk It is high time the Southern Downs Regional Council upped the level of urban water restrictions in the region (see this week's cover story on pages 4 and 5). The council's protocol up until this week was not to increase restrictions until Leslie Dam reached 7.5 per cent of full capacity. With the dam currently at just over 10 per cent - and falling - many including myself had expected the council to make this move long before now. Let's hope it isn't too little too late. This region was last week droughtdeclared once again and right now we are heading into the driest part of the year. I live out of town and am reliant on rainwater and creek water for my domestic use and like other out-oftowners I am used to being careful with water. While many town-dwellers are of course very water-conscious, the fact of the matter is urban water use can only realistically be minimised by enforceable restrictions. And perhaps they should be even higher than the medium level introduced this week. With SunWater modelling showing Leslie Dam will be empty by this time next year if we only receive minimal rainfall between now and then, increased urban restrictions are a no-brainer - and well overdue. Jeremy Sollars
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KINGSWOOD OPEN DAY One of Warwick's 'hidden gems' is up for sale - 'Kingswood' was the original home of the Warwick Christian College and you can check it out this Saturday see our real estate feature on page 13.
WHAT'S ON The Stanthorpe Showgrounds Markets are on this weekend - and for other details of local events see pages 18 and 19. Margo Robertson of Warwick sent us this snap of a young Butcher Bird on her back fence - and we should point out that last week's frog photo was taken by Stanthorpe's Julie Eldridge and not by Margo - our apologies to Julie ... send your nature, sunset, landscape, pets or other favourite snaps for Lenscape to newsdesk@freetimes.com.au
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The Salvation Army is calling on Southern Downs and Granite Belt community groups, sporting clubs, workplaces, families and individuals to get involved in its annual Red Shield Appeal doorknock to help raise $7.5 million this weekend, 26 to 27 May. The money raised from the Red Shield Appeal doorknock will go towards The Salvation Army's vast network of social services to help those in need. In a typical week, the Salvos provide over 17,000 beds for those suffering homelessness, 40,000 meals for the hungry, over 1,400 financial counselling sessions and refuge for over 100 women affected by domestic violence. Warwick's Salvation Army Lieutenant Zak Churchill said the Salvos are aiming to mobilise 70,000 volunteers for the doorknock to help meet the growing demand on its services. "Every dollar counts, just $28 helps children at risk of homelessness participate in an after-school program, $60 provides a food hamper so that a struggling family doesn't have to go hungry, and $79 provides one day of support for a family to find a home. "Even a relatively small contribution can
Lieutenants Zak and Dee Churchill of the Warwick and Stanthorpe ''Salvos'' Corps. have an immeasurable impact on someone's life." "Hardship does not discriminate. More and more people from all walks of life are turning to The Salvation Army for assistance. We need the public's support now more than ever," Lieutenant Zak says. "Volunteers play a crucial role in providing a hand up to some of the most vulnerable and marginalised people in our community." To volunteer for this year's Red Shield
Appeal weekend call the Warwick Salvos on 4661 3617 or 13 SALVOS (13 72 58) or register online at salvos.org.au. You can donate to the Red Shield Appeal by dropping into Rose City Shopping Centre or Bunnings until Saturday. Other ways to donate include calling 13 SALVOS (13 72 58), online at salvos.org.au, in person at any Westpac branch or Salvos Family Store or by posting your cheque to PO Box 9888 in your capital city. ●
NEW VIDEO PROMOTES BENEFITS OF REGION The Southern Downs Regional Council says our region is set to become South East Queensland's "next major growth area", with the launch last week of the first phase of its new investment and business attraction campaign, 'Invest Southern Downs'. The council says Invest Southern Downs "supports its broader efforts to attract more residents to the region". "Over the next three years, the Southern Downs will welcome more than 1000 new jobs across a range of industries," a council spokeswoman said. "The council is working closely with new and expanding businesses, which are looking to establish themselves or expand in the region to ensure their long-term success and sustainability and to grow the region's economy," she said. "Invest Southern Downs will deliver a range of economic benefits to the region including increasing the number of jobs in the region, opportunity for growth in the
region's existing sectors and driving new business and the production of goods and services. "In recent weeks the council has launched its new Invest Southern Downs video and 'Life on the Southern Downs' brochure, the first of a long line-up of marketing activities planned as a part of the campaign.
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But perhaps a more ominous outlook is SunWater's forward projection for Leslie Dam - which shows it will be effectively empty by this time next year if only minimum monthly inflows are received, based on past rainfall records. SunWater - which owns Leslie Dam and supplies raw water to the council for urban supplies, along with irrigation water for downstream farmers - uses a 'water storage forecast tool' to examine 12-month outlooks for its storages across Queensland. According to its website, SunWater's tool "plots the future 12-month dam volumes for two different dam inflow scenarios". "The first plot shows the dam volumes that could be expected under the average monthly inflows that relate to each dam," the website states. "The second plot is a much drier scenario and shows the dam volumes that might be possible under the minimum monthly inflows that have been experienced for each dam." The modelling shows that under the
"much drier scenario" Leslie Dam will reach "dead storage volume" - of 2475ML or 2.33 per cent of capacity - by late May 2019, and will drop to a dangerously low level by September this year. The 'dead storage level' is reached when water can no longer be pumped from the dam, even if the dam is not completely empty. The forecast is based on average annual water allocation demands for both urban and irrigation use over the last three years.
COUNCIL FINALLY ACTS A statement released by the council on Monday of this week said Leslie Dam "is currently at 10.78 per cent (11,454ML) capacity, while Storm King Dam is 81.2 per cent full (1608ML) and Connelly Dam is at 73.4 per cent (1625ML) capacity". Storm King Dam is Stanthorpe's urban water supply, while the similarly councilowned Connolly Dam south of Warwick is the Rose City's secondary urban supply, but both dams are significantly
smaller than Leslie. Mayor Tracy Dobie this week reminded residents of the importance of continuing to conserve water at home and in the workplace. "The Southern Downs has received very minimal rainfall across the entire region in past months and with little rainfall predicted during the winter months, water restrictions have been increased to assist with water conservation," Cr Dobie said. "I encourage all residents to be mindful of their water usage and to use water efficiently and responsibly both at home and at work." The mayor said that "in the near future" the council will provide free shower timers and a sprinkler replacement scheme to provide water efficient sprinklers to residents, as well as a showerhead exchange program where the community can swap old shower heads for free water efficient ones. "Water is a precious resource and there are simple things we can all do to be more
water efficient - check for leaks, take shorter showers, install water efficient devices and appliances and start taking note of how much water you use so you can see where savings can be made," Cr Dobie said. She said the council's Water and Waste Water team is currently working on a new Water Efficiency Plan to replace the former Drought Management Plan. "Council is also currently undertaking the recruitment of a new Local Laws Officer whose duties will include assisting with the enforcement of water restrictions," Cr Dobie said. "Water restrictions and any penalties for non-compliance are authorised under the Water Supply (Safety and Reliability) Act 2008. "Residents are reminded to please become familiar with activities and timeframes permitted under medium level water restrictions by reviewing the water restrictions table on council's website www. sdrc.qld.gov.au or by calling 1300 MY SDRC." ● Slowly, but surely, dropping ... Andrew Gale of AG Licensing spends more time out at Leslie Dam than most of us, undertaking boat licensing and training. He's been watching the dam level slowly - or perhaps not so slowly dipping down in recent months and says he isn't surprised by SunWater's storage projections, although he thinks supplies may last "a little longer" past next May in the 'worst-case' scenario. "I just question what appears to have been releases for irrigation late last year when the dam was around the 15 per cent mark, which I'm pretty sure is when they (SunWater) have to stop those releases," he said this week. "I also question the new pipeline from Connolly Dam to Morgan Park and the Warwick Industrial Estate. "Is that water committed for those places instead of being a backup (urban) supply?" Andrew said the water's edge at Leslie Dam appeared to have contracted more than three metres down the shore in as many weeks. He has also questioned a disparity in the current Leslie Dam level between the 'official' SunWater reading and that shown on the Bureau of Meteorology dam storage app, which indicates Leslie is actually at just nine per cent of full capacity. Warwick's official rainfall so far for May is 11.2mm (Hermitage), while Stanthorpe (at Leslie Parade) has recorded just 2.4mm. ●
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WORKS TO EXTEND SEWER’S LIFE The Southern Downs Regional Council has engaged a contractor to reline sections of Council's gravity sewer main network. The relining work commenced in Warwick last Wednesday 16 May. Where required, the work involves contractor staff accessing private properties to reline damaged or at-risk sections of Warwick's gravity sewer network. Residents will be given at least 24 hours' notice before contractors enter their property to commence the works. Relining a sewer main extends the life of the infrastructure for up to 50 years,
deferring the cost of full replacement of the mains, while addressing water inflow into the sewer network. In the coming weeks, 1.5kms of Warwick's sewer main will be relined, while 3.5kms of sewer main relining has already been completed in Stanthorpe. Residents are encouraged to locate their Overflow Relief Gully (ORG) on their property to ensure it is not obstructed. An ORG can vary in appearance. The image shows the standard modern ORG design. Generally, they are 100mm to 150mm in diameter with a plastic or metal
alloy grate and a concrete surround. They are installed close to the external walls of the home. Sewer main relining involves steam curing of the PVC liner located in the main. Residents are reminded not to be alarmed by any visible steam. Steam is a normal part of the relining process. Contractors and SDRC staff will be aiming to minimise disruptions to residents while completing these works. If you have any questions regarding these works, please contact Logan Carrie on 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372). ●
SPORTS IN SPOTLIGHT The future of the region’s event, sport and recreation groups will be in the spotlight when Southern Downs Regional Council hosts its Strategic Planning Workshop in June. Presented in collaboration with Sport and Recreation Services, South West Region, the free workshop will be facilitated by Southern Downs Mayor Tracy Dobie and aims to upskill local groups using interactive templates, tips and guidelines to help prepare them with a ready-to-go document and strategic plan. Event details ... •Event,Sport&RecreationStrategic Planning Workshop •Tuesday,5June2018,12.30pmto 5:pm(afternoonteaprovided) •StanthorpeCivicCentre,61Marsh Street, Stanthorpe •ToRSVPorforfurtherinformation about this event, contact Council’s Sport and Recreation Officer, Ms Sue Organ,on1300MYSDRC(1300697 372)oremailsue.organ@sdrc.qld. gov.au.
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NEWS ALPACA SNIPER PROBE Stanthorpe police are continuing to call for information from the public about the shooting of a group of alpacas on a Glen Aplin property earlier this month. Police were called to a Mount Stirling Road property on Saturday 5 May when the animals’ owners found five of their alpacas dead and one critically injured in their paddock. The injured animal had to be euthanised and an examination by a local veterinarian indicated that the animals had been shot with a smallcalibre firearm sometime between Wednesday 2 May and Thursday 3 May. Senior Constable Jim Ellis of the Stanthorpe Police said the animals would have been defenceless and it was hard to comprehend the senseless violence. “Disturbingly this is the second incident of shooting deaths involving alpacas on rural properties, with seven killed at Lyra last September,” he said. All seven animals were shot with a small-calibre firearm. Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Stanthorpe police on 4681 6400. ●
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS Items discussed during a confidential session at yesterday’s Southern Downs Regional Council May meeting at Stanthorpe included a management agreement for the Stanthorpe Aquatic Centre, management of camping at Warwick’s Connolly Dam and Washpool Reserve and the sale of council land by public tender. Councillors also discussed the relocation of the former Willi Street council depot - which currently houses the Warwick Men’s Shed and Rainbow FM - to the Yangan Road depot. Council officers in their monthly engineering report in an earlier part of the meeting noted that plans have been compiled “for Stanthorpe Library, YMCA and Admin building for proposed library relocation”. Councillors were also due to debate a proposed multi-purpose community centre in Killarney’s Canning Park, with state government funding. View the agenda and minutes of the meeting at www.sdrc.qld.gov.au /council meetings More updates from this month’s meeting at www.freetimes.com.au ●
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NEWS WELL READ IN PRINT AND ONLINE From left: Warwick Rodeo Queen Meghan Stewart, Jessica Barlow (2018 Winner), Wenonah Quayle (runner up), Samantha Bennett (judge) and Warwick Show Queen - Sarah Wilson.
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SHOWCASING OUR SHOW the Warwick Show and Rodeo Society over the past few years, local freelance photographer Storm Lahiff was shocked to hear that the Warwick Show and Rodeo Society did not have an archive of historic images from past shows, so she set about to change that. The Emerging Photographer of the Year was born, giving emerging photographers exposure in the industry and the opportunity to experience what is like to be a professional photographer working an event with full access. The Emerging Photographer of the year entrants are mentored throughout
the competition by Storm and walk away having created a strong portfolio of work that features portrait, event, product, sport, animal and lifestyle images. The competition builds confidence and pushes the emerging photographers out of their comfort zones, problem-solving to overcome challenging lighting and weather conditions to create a series of 20 images that they can be proud of. The Emerging Photographers were asked to capture the spirit of the Warwick Show and what it means to be at the 2018 show, to capture a slice of history. ●
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My husband asked me to write and say how much we look forward to your newspaper the Free Times each week - you cover news and information we don't see or hear on TV or in other rival newspapers, so thank you for keeping us up to date with news that is important to those of us who live in and around the Southern Downs. L Ryan Warwick
The big de-merger meeting went well on 29/04/18, with over 1300 in attendance at the Stanthorpe oval. With over 5000 signatures on the petition the committee pushing the de-merger barrow think they have a good chance to sway Annastacia's mob to approve the creation of the new Granite Belt Regional Council. The petition presented to the Clerk of the Parliament by the Hon. James Lister will get the ball rolling to achieve that goal. However, there is a long way to go yet and many are the pit falls that will be cast in the way by the powers of Brisbane. What they think is set in concrete won't be easy to pry loose. The Fabian Socialists have plans for more amalgamations, not less. If the PNP were in power chances for a new council would be enhanced, but there are no votes for the LNP in granting the wishes of the Granite Belt; it being a safe LNP seat. Let us not rest on our laurels, but keep the pressure on Annastacia's mob to achieve a new council, administered by locals for locals. Jay Nauss Glen Aplin
I read with interest the articles about Prickly Pear Cactus, both by Colin Clegg and Jeremy Sollars in last week's Free Times - the first as a supplementary feed for cattle. In 1954 I was working on Melmoth Station as a ringer, and offside horse - breaker about 25 miles north of Dingo, Queensland. Now up there in a paddock that was taken over by the Pear were some of the fattest (Hereford) cattle I have ever seen. Huge dewlaps, and just rolling with fat. These were animals running wild who had made trails, and were only to be seen when they were on the fence line. I asked the boss Colin Donovan about them. He said the Pear was so thick you would be flat out getting a horse to go into it. Apparently in the past the area Rosendahl was covered with this cactus with trails made so the cattle could reach water. Now in the past 74 days we have had 40 Points of rain. I always count the fall in points as it sounds better than 10mm. Was shocked when I saw the Leslie Dam water level. With no recent rain predicted!! What will we have if the rainfall for the next 74 days is similar? This is serious. People on the land relying on tanks, and dam are spending a small fortune for re-
Congratulations to Jessica Barlow Photography, winner of the Warwick Show Emerging Photographer of 2018 and to Wenonah Quayle, the 2018 Runner Up. The awards were also attended by the other 'Emerging Photographer' Entrants, Briar Densley, Chris Johnson and Karen Johnson. Gianna Kelly was unable to attend. The 2018 judge was Samantha Bennett of Samantha Bennett Photography, and local photographer Storm Lahiff was mentor and sponsor. BACKGROUND TO THE COMPETITION After being the Official Photographer for
We know our readers enjoy the Free Times in its weekly print version every Thursday but we're also well and truly in the online space. Just like our printed newspaper, everything on our website is free to read - there's no 'paywall' or 'pay per view' - just log on and read away, free of charge. Being a weekly publication, the Free Times Facebook page and website are handy for 'breaking news' which happens in between print editions, particularly for updates on things like road accidents and road conditions, or emergencies such as bushfires, when our community needs to know what's happening 'right now'. Businesses can also take advantage of our engaged audience via online advertisements where readers can click through to their websites with a URL embedded into the artwork - talk to our sales executives today on 4661 9800. WARWICK ... Condamine Sports Club, Spano's Supa IGA, Warwick Library, Cafe Jacqui's , BP servo Albion Street, Caltex servo Wallace, United servo Albion and Wallace streets, Westside Foodworks, Freechoice Tobacconist Fitzroy Street, Rose City Shoppingworld Food Court, R & K's Takeaway McEvoy Street Steele's Bakery Fitzroy Street Puma servo (formerly Matilda) STANTHORPE ... Caltex, Lancuba's, Mitre 10, Spano's Supa IGA, Woolworths, Plaza News, Fast 'n' Easy Fuel, Post Office, Gobels servo, Stanthorpe Newspower. And don't forget - you can also pick up a copy of the Free Times at our office at 6/70 Fitzroy Street (next to Warwick Industrial Supplies) - drop in and say g'day! · To set up your free e-paper subscription to visit us today at www.freetimes.com.au ●
OPINION
FUTURE REGRET What a Council we have to let a Sydneybased renewable energy build a solar farm, which will take up 154 hectares of prime farming land. I want to say prime farming land for mining, solar farming and homes in time there will be no farming land left. I will only be too happy to educate the Mayor and the Council members for $2000 how to look after prime farming land for future generation. A Chinese backpacker was working for me who said China thinks of the future generation. The people of Australia only think of tomorrow. John Salata Glen Aplin 8 SOUTHERN FREE TIMES
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fills. It would have to be the greatest irony if we had to plant Prickly Cactus. Peter Poole Warwick A 'Landowners Action Group' petition against the IPCS can be signed at the following locations · Royal Hotel, Leyburn · Olsens Produce, Lyons Street, Warwick · Ray Bunch Machinery (opposite Olsens Produce), Warwick · Darryl Evans Real Estate, 82 Palmerin Street, Warwick For further information contact Robert on 0438 144 488.
THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN Thumbs Down To the Southern Downs Regional Council for the arrogant decision to rip down our heritage toilet block against ratepayers' wishes. freetimes.com.au
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Black Hyundai 9-11 Betta Place, Warwick May 23 – 26 07 4667 6066 Locate your dealer at hyundai.com.au or call 1800 186 306. blackhyundai.com.au All cars must be ordered between 23rd – 26th May 2018 and delivered by 31st May 2018. *$2000 gift card applies to all new and demo Santa Fe and TQ3 iMax models only. The dealer can choose to substitute the offer with another offer of the same value. *$1000 gift card applies to all new and demo models excluding all Accent, i30 N, Santa Fe, TQ4 iMax and TQ4 iLoad models. The dealer can choose to substitute the offer with another offer of the same value. *$250 gift card applies to all new and demo Accent models only. The dealer can substitute the offer with another offer of the same value. 5 year/unlimited km warranty: Applies to new passenger vehicles used for private/domestic purposes. Excludes vehicles used at any time for “commercial application” as defined in the vehicle warranty policy, for which a 5 year/130,000km (whichever occurs first) warranty applies. Refer to full warranty terms & conditions for details and exclusions. Lifetime Service Plan: For the benefit of Hyundai owners, Hyundai provides online quotes which specify the maximum price applicable for a vehicle’s next scheduled maintenance service at a participating authorised Hyundai dealer and using genuine Hyundai parts (where required). Online quotes are available at www.hyundai.com.au, apply for a stated effective period only and may change after that effective period without notice. Standard scheduled maintenance services are of limited scope. The benefit of online quotes is available for all Hyundai’s, for their lifetime. Roadside Support Plan: Complimentary 12 months Roadside Support when you purchase a new Hyundai passenger vehicle (excluding rental buyers). Further Roadside Support extensions are available, each for 12 months from the date of a scheduled maintenance service at a participating authorised Hyundai dealer (unless vehicle is more than 108 months (9 years) from the original new car sale date, in which case entitlement to Roadside Support ends when vehicle reaches 120 months (10 years) from original new car sale date). Find out more about all Hyundai iCare plans and offers, including terms and conditions, by visiting www.hyundai.com.au. Hyundai reserves the right to change, supersede or extend these offers at its discretion. Metallic and Mica paint are optional extras and are an additional cost. See your participating Hyundai dealer for details. HMCA14499/FPC/DLR
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FREE TIMES STAFFERS STEP UP After well over a decade managing distribution and administration for the Southern Free Times Lisa Crouch has stepped into a new role. As of last week Lisa joined Natasha Sheahan as one of our two Advertising Sales Executives after an internal re-structure making her the other "face" of the Free Times when it comes to our many valued advertisers. Lisa says she is "looking forward to a new challenge" and has spent the last couple of weeks connecting with clients and organising her new weekly schedule. Lisa - who first joined the Free Times team back in November 2006 - had done a partial sales role in her former position, but the change will allow her to focus full-time on clients. "It's exciting to take another step and it's all about learning and getting to know the local businesses who advertise with us," Lisa said. "I think Natasha and I make a good team we work well together, we communicate well and we enjoy bouncing ideas off each other.
"This is a really exciting time for the Free Times - we know our publication is wellread and popular in the community and we have a huge distribution area. "We really want to build on that ongoing and deliver results for our advertisers." Free Times editor Jeremy Sollars congratulated Lisa on her new role, saying she is a highly-respected member of the team. "Lisa already had a good rapport and relationship with a lot of our advertisers through her distribution role - often making weekly visits to drop off copies of the Free Times and so on," he said. "So it makes sense for her to move into this role - she has the communication skills, the organisational ability and the local knowledge that's so important in a sales position. "She's well-known in the community, having raised her family in Warwick and she's very approachable and professional in what she does. "Say g'day to Lisa when you next see her out and about."
With Lisa moving into her sales position, another long-time Free Times staff member finds herself in a new role. Kay Politch is our new Distribution Coordinator - taking on the massive task of ensuring more than 13,000 copies of the Free Times are delivered every week to residents and businesses right across the Southern Downs, Granite Belt, South West and Border districts. Kay has assisted Lisa in that role for some years now, and we congratulate Kay for stepping up to the plate! For more information on how the Free Times can tailor advertising packages and options to help promote and grow your business give us a call on 4661 9800. ●
Lisa Crouch (right) has stepped into a sales role for the Free Times, while Kay Politch becomes our new Distribution Coordinator.
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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. 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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“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.” said Mr Darnell.
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NEWS SALEYARDS FORUM A public forum on the future management of the Warwick Saleyards will not be held before the next scheduled meeting of the Southern Downs Regional Council’s Saleyards Advisory Committee, set down for Thursday 31 May. The council earlier this month committed to holding a public forum but is yet to set a date. Local livestock producers continue to speculate on a potential plan by the council to lease out the Saleyards to a private operator, understood to be RLX Regional Livestock Exchanges, which operates saleyards in Queensland and New South Wales, including Gracemere, Inverell and Tamworth. The majority of the minutes of the Saleyards Advisory Committee’s meetings have been kept confidential. The council has said all along it will be guided by the views of the Saleyards Advisory Committee on the leasing plan and that the Warwick Saleyards are not for sale. ●
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Auction! Don’t miss this one! Saturday 2nd June 2018 – 9am Start On Site at 95 Mount Tully Road, Stanthorpe For sale by Auction Ford 2600 diesel tractor very good condition 2300 hrs, Jarrett 24 plate trailing offset discs very good condition, Vicon PS503 fertilizer spreader with auto adjust from tractor, Howard HR30 rotary hoe, 1 yard trailing scoop, 9 tyne chisel plough, Silvan 1500 litre Power spray, 4 furrow disc plough, 3 ptl discs, 32 plate tandem orchard discs, Commodore station wagon running no statutory declaration, Hilux ute well back and chrome bars, qty hoses, whipper snipper, Howard mower slasher, Irrigation fittings, Qty ladders, new rotary hoe blades, 3 point linkage forks, 3 point linkage grader blade, 7 tyne cultivator, farm gates, set 5 harrows, carryall, old Ronaldson Tippett power spray, Jib crane, Qty 2" lay flat, Southern Cross 21/2 inch RFD pump, Arkal filters, Fire fighter pump, qty wire and netting, 16 Cattle yard panels, 4 cattle yard gates, 2 sliding gates, head bail, Steel loading ramp, Fiat 450 special tractor, Husquvarna LTH126 ride on mower, 400 litre silvan sprayer with new pump, single tyne ripper, muldboard plough, vegy planter, Stihl chain saw, Victa chainsaw, welder, cultivator, 4ft slasher, sprinkler stand, 3 ptl donges forks, generator, assorted sundry items, old fruit boxes, fly traps, kitchen ware, refrigerator, Wine press vgc, 3 old horse drawn cultivators, 12 volt 100 litre sprayer, 10 x 165cm steel posts, 5 x antique spirt solder irons, 2 vintage hand drills, 6 x vintage moulding hand planes, Stanley No.78 hand plane, 4 old hand planes, 4 x 50 litre kegs, Primus blow tourch, Vintage Tilly lamp, 4 x hand sythe, 2 brass sprayers, Set of 2 Arkal filters and fittings, Set of 3 Arkal filters and fittings
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Contact David Schnitzerling & Co on 4681 2530.
A new low-set brick home with Colourbond roof, this new home is on a six-acre property situated only a few minutes from the eastern side of Warwick. The home consists of a spacious open plan kitchen, living and dining area, separate lounge, four bedrooms
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HOME ESSENTIALS 99A HigH STREET, STAnTHoRpE
Address: 77 Lonsdale Road, Mount Tabor Price: $479,000 Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Inspect: By appointment Contact: Stuart Bond on 0419 677 775 or Shane Stirling on 0409 347 363
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AUCTION
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Corner Alexandra Drive & Palmer Ave, Warwick
SATURDAY 16th JUNE 2018 10am on SITE 25 LOCKE STREET, WARWICK A/C ESTATE DOUGLAS KELLY
TOOLS & MISCELLANEOUS: Bench Vice x3, “Tough” Pedestal Drill, “Jolly” by EFCO Value Facing Machine RPM2800, “Black & Decker” Value Facing Machine, Qty Rimmers, Qty Tap & Die, Value plugs & seats, Air Rachet Gun, Qty Old Tools, Soldering Iron, G-Clamps, Qty tap & Die Sets, Bench Angle Grinder & Electric Motor, Black Smithing Tools, Qty Files, Electric Drill, Spanners/Screws, Socket Set, “Alcon” Self Priming Pump, Nuts & Bolts, Approx 30 Rimmers in Box, Battery Charger, 2x Hand Saw Sharpener, Double Ended Bench Grinder, Air Compressor, Handsaws, Axes, Hammers, Cold Chisels, Hay Hooks. LAWN MOWERS: Victa, Mayfair, Hi Power 160, Briggs & Stratton, McCulloch, Turner, Craftsman, Lawn keeper, Master Mower, Corvette 2, Rover, Sunbeam, Scott Bonner, Villers, Hand Push Mowers. SIGNS & PARTS: Pile of lawn mowers & parts, Blades, Ring Sets, Cylinders, Peg Board Sign & Parts, Pope Peg Board, Keys Blanks & Stand, Scott Bonner Sign, Parts Book, Plus many more, “Exide” Battery Stand. OILS & GREASE: Oil Bottles, Oil Tins, Mobil Oil Stand with Bottles, “Mobil, Castrol, Shell, Energol, Sunbeam, Ampol” Mobil Oil Tanks & Pump AF SAE 40, AF SAE 30 GENERAL: Old Push Bikes, Shelving, Cash Registry, Adding Machine. HOUSEHOLD: Bench Seat, Large Chest Box, Foot Stool Chest Box, Cupboards, 3x Bedroom Suites, Mirror, Hall Stand, Corner Stand, old record Player, Lazy Suzy, 3 x Singer Sewing Machine, Chest Drawers, Pine Wardrobe, Side Board Silky Oak, Approx 10 Religious Pictures & Statues, Large Holy Bible, Laminex Kitchen Table, Meat safes, Wash Tubs, Coppers x 2 Pine Dresser, Old Kitchen table pine, Meat Safe, Landry Trolley, Ice Chest, Vegie Safe, Wooden Vice, Cane Basket, Wooden Tennis Court Roller, Tin Trunk, Old Wooden ..........., Kero Fridge Working Order, Qty Wooden boxes, Wooden Ladders, Old Tins, Carpentry Tool Box Full of Tools, Trunk.
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SATURDAY 23TH OF JUNE 10AM ONSITE ESTATE OF NOEL & JOYCE COX
GREAT LOCATION Low set 4 bedroom brick home, 2 bedrooms have ensuites plus main 3rd bathroom with shower, bath and toilet (4 toilets), open plan kitchen (with dishwasher), dining and living area, formal entry, 13 years old, total floor area 256sqm. Ducted air conditioning, single garage. Full fenced and located on a low maintenance 605sqm allotment. TO BE FOLLOWERED BY AUCTION OF FURNITURE Full listing on our web site:-stuartbondrealestate.com.au
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
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UART BOND
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OPEN DAY ON SATURDAY AT ‘KINGSWOOD’ Property Specialists Warwick will hold an open day this Saturday 26 May at 'Kingswood' - the historic Canningvale Road property they are currently marketing as a major development opportunity. The open day - from 10 to 2pm - will be a great chance for locals and interested parties to discover all that 'Kingswood' has to offer - take a wander through this beautiful property and learn the history of one of Warwick's oldest historic 'hidden gems'. With plenty on offer to entertain the family for a few hours why not come along and have a look - all funds raised will go to Warwick Christian College, which was originally established on 'Kingswood'. Prior to that it was a camping centre able to accommodate more than 130 visitors. Activities on Saturday include a garage sale, face painting, an ice cream van, sausage sizzle and cake stall, kids' activities, live music by the School Choir and local artists, history tours of the property and a Touch Football Knockout Competition. Expressions of interest for the sale of 'Kingswood' close on Saturday 16 June. Spread across a 16.92 hectare block, features of 'Kingswood' include a council subdivision approval for 51 blocks and a grand Queenslander residence, along with a range of former school buildings. Other features include ...
Just some of the many functional buildings on the former school and camp ground site.
An aerial view of ''Kingswood''. · · · · · · ·
The homestead on ''Kingswood''. · Rainwater tanks · Old stables (room for a horse or two with council approval!) · Located on the edge of Warwick · Wildlife · Interesting history · Future development potential
Commercial kitchens Halls Pool Ovals Shower and toilet blocks Classrooms/offices Sheds
Linda
Lynne
To find out more visit www.pswarwick. com or call Simone Robson of Property Specialists Warwick on 0447 249 256. 'Kingswood' is located at 62 Canningvale Road, Warwick, a short distance from its junction with East and Conrad Streets.
Simone
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THE ULTIMATE BRICK HOME!
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131 Locke Street, WARWICK
17341 New England Hwy, ALLORA 40ac in elevated flood free position. Established & operational UNDERCOVER & FLOODLIT (60m x 35m) Equestrian Centre/Olympic arena. Eight 6m x 4m warmblood STABLES, tack room & office/TRAINING room adjoining the ARENA. 60m x 30m grass arena adjoining undercover arena. 24m diameter ROUND YARD & 60m x 30m outdoor arena. Washbay, crush, holding yards. RELIABLE water supply from 6364 litre (1400 gal)/hr bore, pumped to tank & reticulated to most of the property. 15 fully fenced paddocks with SHADE & WATER, most fences hotwired, (6 acres of contoured ex-cultivation readily restored to grow crops). 20m x 10m fully enclosed HAY/machinery shed. 2 brm+ office/3rd brm home, 2 bay GARAGE & CARPORT, separate laundry with shower & toilet. DONGA with shower & carport. realestate.com: 7964666 ID: 1151
Good sized lounge room with reverse cycle air-con. Open plan kitchen & dining room. Fully fenced. New bathroom, ensuite, toilet and laundry. Ceiling fans though out. Fruit trees. The sunroom has previously been used as a home daycare & complies with the home daycare standards. Local & school bus service. Large entertainment area. Close to Warwick Hospital, West State Primary school, Westside shopping centre, parks & BP. Electrics & plumbing are in place for a spa or pool with the entertainment area previously being used for a spa. 4 bay shed complete with its own kitchen sink that is plumbed to a rainwater tank. Power to the shed. Sturdy wooden cubbyhouse. 3kw solar power that feeds back to the grid. realestate.com: 128237786
Price: $369,000
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Contact: Simone Robson 0447 249 256
Price: $697,000
Contact: Bevan Vanderwolf 0408 457 793
IMPRESSIVE BRICK HOME! 156 Ogilvie Road, WARWICK
Perfectly located on the edge of Warwick sits this beautiful home with front views of the mountains. This home offers 4 bedrooms or alternatively you could have 3 bedrooms and 2 living areas or why not use the front living room as a large office or home run business? A kitchen that even the greatest of chefs would be happy to cook in with soft close draws and cupboards, dishwasher and a walk in panty. The master bedroom has its own walk-in wardrobe, reverse cycle air-con and recently renovated ensuite, 2 of the bedrooms have large built in wardrobes and there are ceiling fans throughout. A fully enclosed entertainment area out the back of the house is the perfect spot for all of those friend and family gatherings. There is a garden shed and a 2-bay garage with automatic roller doors and plenty of shelf space. realestate.com: 128291162 ID: 1152
Price: $397,000
26/5/18 10AM – 2PM ALL MONEY RAISED GOES TO WARWICK CHRISTIAN COLLEGE. LOTS OF FUN ACTIVITIES TO ENJOY!
Contact: Simone Robson 0447 249 256
COSY COTTAGE 54 Myall Avenue, WARWICK This home would suit retirees, anyone looking to downsize, an investor wanting to renovate or someone looking to buy their first home. Here you have the convenience of a bus stop located only a few doors away on Locke Street. The home offers comfortable living with wood fire place for Warwick’s notoriously cold days and nights. There is one bedroom, an office, lounge, combined dining and kitchen, bathroom, easy care garden with garden shed and a small, covered outdoor sitting area… All the comfort you need for home living! If you would like to arrange an inspection to view this sweet little cottage, give Linda a call on 0411 317 978 realestate.com: 128304434 ID: 1153
Price: $160,000
62 CANNINGVALE ROAD
KINGSWOOD OPEN DAY
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RENTALS AVAILABLE 28 Fitzroy Street, Warwick
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1080 BAITING PROGRAM IN JUNE The Southern Downs Regional Council will undertake a further round of coordinated 1080 baiting throughout the region in June as part of its wild dog, fox and feral pig baiting program. Dates for bait collection are as follows: NORTH Wednesday 13 June 2018 · 8am Goomburra Hall (Inverramsay Rd, Goomburra) · 10am Maryvale, North Branch Road (near Cunningham Highway) · 11.30am Freestone, Jack Smith Gully Road Water Reserve (windmill) · 1pm Upper Swanfels, Bill Mosely's gate 'Mooroolin', Top Swanfels Rd · 3pm Junabee Memorial Hall (Junabee Rd) Thursday 14 June 2018 · 7am Willowvale / Bony Mountain (corner Wheatvale and Lawler Roads) · 10am Greymare Hall, Greymare · 12pm Karara, Fearby's Gate (Opposite 'Beress' Grid) · 3pm Leyburn, Leyburn Forestry Road (near Police Station) Friday 15 June 2018 · 7am Braeside (Coochie Rd turnoff, New England Hwy) · 9am Dalveen (Old Stanthorpe Rd, near 'Brooklands') · 12pm Risdon/Murray Bridge (Cnr of Derreen & Wildash School Rds) · 3pm Killarney (602, Spring Creek Rd, The Falls)
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SOUTH Thursday 14 June 2018 8am Goldfields (Cnr Coldfields & Inverary Rd) 10am Pikedale (Cnr Springdale Rd & Pikedale Lane) Friday 15th June 2018 8am Eukey (RFS Shed) 9am Wallangarra (Saxby-Reid Rd) 11am Mingoola (Glenlyon Dam Rd, past caravan park entrance)
The council encourages all landowners to take advantage of this opportunity to control invasive pests. Please note the following requirements when using the 1080 baiting program ... · Landholders must give 72 hours' notice to owners of all neighbouring land · Landholders are responsible for supplying their own meat which must be approximately 250 grams for dog baits and
approximately 500 grams for pig baits · Landholders can have someone else pick up their baits for them but must supply an 'Authority to sign' form filled out on the day. If they don't have one they can contact council on 1300 697 372. · Landholders are reminded to bring a copy of their rates notice. For more information please contact the council's pest management officers on 1300 MYSDRC (1300 697 372). ●
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CAPITAL’S EMBLEM A STUNNING SCULPTURE As many of you would realise I am only a relatively recent Queenslander by adoption and not a fan of big cities, so consequently had not been to the centre of Brisbane until recently. I needed to accompany a friend to an appointment and we took the train in from Ipswich. Near Roma street station in a park I found a great sculpture of a single Poinsettia bloom - what a spectacular sight and how appropriate for a park. It is called Poinsettia Riverfire and is 10.5 metres high and apparently has integrated lighting so would look wonderful at night. It was designed by Luke Roberts, who took his inspiration from the adjacent Roma Street gardens and celebrates the annual Riverfire Festival and other fireworks displays held on the river throughout the year. I've discovered also that the poinsettia is the floral emblem of Brisbane and was adopted as such in 1930 after a public ballot that offered a choice of 10 different plants. Only two of the 10 were Australian natives and not necessarily Queensland natives. How horticulture has changed in the intervening years with the huge popularity and availability of natives now. The 10 plants proposed by the Queensland Horticultural Society at this time were: bauhinia, bougainvillea, callistemon, gerbera, hibiscus, jacaranda, lagerstroemia, poinciana,
Brisbane's impressive 'Poinsettia Riverfire'. poinsettia, and sterculia acerifolia (flame tree). The selection criteria suggested to the public were published in the newspaper as follows: · It should be easily propagated and therefore cheap. · It should lend itself to illustration and reproduction. · It should be small enough to be easily grown in a small allotment. · It should be striking and arresting. Showy. · It should be hardy and able to withstand the vagaries of the weather and climate. · It would be an advantage if it was stock
repellent. · It would be an advantage if it was a thornless plant. · It is of much importance to select a plant that excels itself here. · A plant that flowers during the tourist season might receive extra consideration. The ballot was close, with the poinsettia receiving 1294 votes and the bougainvillea 1275. It was adopted as the floral emblem at a ceremony at the recently-opened Brisbane City Hall on 16th June 1930. The sculpture that inspired my research was unveiled in May 2016. As a flower seen in Brisbane streets and gardens that I've noticed, I'd have to say the poinsettia has been eclipsed by both the bougainvillea and the poinciana, so maybe it's time it was planted en masse in public parks and gardens to revive its popularity. While this is not particularly applicable to our town I like trivia, and if you have a spot protected from frost they will grow in Warwick and are very showy. I've been seeing them for sale in nurseries lately and this is a more appropriate time for them to be in flower than at Christmas but still a bit early to be flowering without intervention and manipulation as they require more hours of cold and darkness than we have at the moment.
Another point I find interesting is that the poinsettia flower is in reality a very insignificant and unassuming creamy white blossom that does not attract pollinators. The beautiful red 'flower' that we associate with the shrub is, in fact, the leaves that surround the blossoms. In recent times these have been manipulated and now can be obtained in a range of colours from cream through pink to the original bright red. Certainly our city flower, the rose, is to be seen in many private gardens and the council has over 2000 planted in the parks and town gardens. Warwick adopted the rose as its emblem in 1964 after the idea had first been proposed by the Warwick Horticultural Society in 1961. The 'City of Warwick' rose was created in 1991 after an approach to Swane's Nurseries. It was, however, created by Bear Creek Nurseries in the US and funded by our council. It is a high-centred red bloom on long strong stems and apparently has become very popular around the world. Finally - two 'must remember' dates! Wednesday 30th May at 7pm in the CWA rooms for a free night out with Brian Sams - and the bus trip to the Esk Garden and Lifestyle Fair on Saturday June 16th. ●
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in June. Residents of Sladevale and nearby Mount Tabor were furious when they found out in March that the Terrain Solar application - which covers more than 150 hectares of the fertile 'Campbells Plains' valley would be 'code assessable', meaning it would be decided by the council's planning officers. But Mayor Tracy Dobie gave an
assurance at a public meeting held at the Warwick Town Hall on the evening of Monday 14 May that the final decision would be made by herself and the councillors, with many questioning the lack of supporting evidence provided by Terrain Solar about impacts on the visual amenity of the Sladevale area, the loss of prime agricultural land, stormwater runoff and
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COMMUNITY DIARY WEDNESDAY 2 MAY FOR 6 WEEKS Warwick Toastmasters Club is running a Speechcraft Course in public speaking for six weeks starting Wednesday 2 May, 6pm to 8pm. Contact Chris Parkinson for details and to book on 0488 415 224.
UNTIL 31 MAY Southern Downs Regional Council Libraries Amnesty Winter Warmers runs until Thursday 31 May. LATE FEES* waived on donation of warm items of clothing or bedding, such as: socks, mittens, beanies, scarves, jumpers, shawls, flannelette pyjamas, blankets etc. All donated items must be new and in the original packaging or with the price tag attached. *Applies to new and existing late fees. *Does not apply to lost item charges or items returned damaged. Items donated to Salvation Army in June 2018.
THURSDAY 24 MAY Australian Breastfeeding Assoc. Tenterfield-Granite Belt Group will meet on Thursday 24 May at the Stanthorpe Baptist Church, Crn Railway and Hillcrest Streets from 9.30am. The topic will be Breastfeeding and family foods. All mums invited regardless of how old their baby is or how their baby is fed. Dads, grandparents and children are always welcome. For inquiries contact Leah on 0409 001 634.
SUNDAY 27 MAY Travelling Country Music Social will be on Sunday 27 May at the Cowboys Club House, Alice Street, Warwick from 10.30am. Adults $8.00, Children $4.00, lunch, afternoon tea plus bottomless tea and coffee all day, lucky door prize and multi raffle. Walk up artists welcome so if
you can sing, dance, or say poetry come along and have a go. Contact Marlene on 0419 710 828 or Ruby on 4664 4163.
SATURDAY 2 JUNE Cent Sale and International Afternoon will be on Saturday 2 June at the QCWA rooms, Grafton Street, Warwick from 1.30pm. Cent Sale, multi-draw raffle, lucky door, afternoon tea. Display of German projects and colourings by the Warwick East State School students and winners announced. Everyone is welcome, admission $5.00. WH&S limits 80 in the hall. Contact 4667 3889. Warwick Singles Social Club Over 50s will meet on Saturday 2 June at the Jam Works, Glen Aplin at 12 noon. Contact warwickssc@ gmail.com. or Jen on 0400 505 943.
MARKETS ON THIS SUNDAY Come to the Stanthorpe Showgrounds Markets this Sunday 27 May for variety, colour and entertainment. The colourful array of stalls will be selling everything from winter woollies, natural beauty products and craft to fruit and veg and collectables, and will be complemented by the sale of all things feathered from the poultry pavilion. There is still time to get your birds into the sale- contact Lyn Spencer on 0428 175 191 for details. The 'Charity of the Day' is Granite Belt Support Services - currently raising funds
to paint and fit out their new facility. Have you ever wondered how to make a 'Rocket Stove'? Well the Stanthorpe Permaculture Group will hold a fascinating demonstration in front of the main pavilion at 10am. Chase away the winter blues with a delicious breakfast and morning tea from the Ringmasters Cafe and catch the great tunes from Blandy's Summit Country Band. To book your stall call Chris Robins on 0416 169 032. Set up is at 6am to 8am when the Showgrounds Market opens. ●
THURSDAY 7 JUNE Killarney and District Senior Citizens Music Morning will be on Thursday 7 June at the Senior Citizens Hall, Ailanthus Street, Killarney from 9am. Music provided by Garry Teunis, admission $10 per person, finger food lunch included. For more information contact Jessie Volk on 4664 1208 or Shirley Ballard on 4664 1248.
THURSDAY 14 JUNE National Seniors Trip will be on Thursday 14 June departing at 8am. The trip will be to Mount Mee and home via Esk. Book now until Thursday 7 June at Suncorp. Phone Carmel for more details on 4661 3136.
SATURDAY 16 JUNE Warwick Singles Social Club Over 50s will meet on Saturday 16 June at Roses Chinese Restaurant at 12 noon. Contact warwickssc@gmail.com. or Jen on 0400 505 943.
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ACROSS 7. Too trivial to blame anyone for? (3,5,1,3). 8, Work hard to get an apt phrase (6). 9. Lying about being up in points (6). 10. Well, but slowly (7). 12. White and in the guise of a bird (5). 15. You say you’re a trader? Couldn’t be better! (5). 16. Appeals to, when one goes to see (5,2). 18. Ignore a figure you see outside (6). 20. Room Leo played with a gun in, foolishly (6). 22. Sol? (6,2,4). DOWN 1. Caught and drove out the local communist (8). 2. Un-
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QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7525 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Rainbow trout. 8, Appear. 9, Flight. 10, Distant. 12, Lofty. 15, Heart. 16, Mansion. 18, Stroll. 20, Locust. 22, Postponement. Down - 1, Sapphire. 2, Once. 3, Torrent. 4, Stuff. 5, Dominoes. 6, Itch. 11, Tortoise. 13, Thousand. 14, Calling. 17, Slept. 19, Type. 21, Coma.
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This show of sportsmanship from Cameron Smith was sadly missing at Suncorp last Friday night following the Korbin Sims/Dylan Napa incident. yard. An inquiry in to the activities at leading trainer Ben Currie's Toowoomba stable on the morning of the Weetwood Handicap has resulted in the immediate suspension of Mark Currie's trainers licence. A stablehand from the Ben Currie's stable has been handed an 18 month ban while another received three months for giving false evidence at the inquiry. The integrity unit in this case has acted swiftly and has been at pains to point out the
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it was Napa's responsibility to ensure no contact accidental or otherwise was made with the head of his opponent and that the incident warranted a send-off. At the other end of the spectrum Melbourne Storm player Curtis Scott was sent off following the Storm - Sea Eagles old fashioned punch up. He finds himself warming a sideline seat for his sins. Seems a punch up is not a good look for the game (and it's not) but breaking a players jaw is acceptable. (Not so sure). There was one more thing which I thought was pretty distasteful and that was the apparent excitement from the Roosters players who celebrated the hit after the incident with little care and concern for the injured player. A very bad look - perhaps they should review the tape of the previous week at Suncorp where Cameron Smith helped an injured Titans players from the field. Obviously a very different team culture. So to this week's circus Round 12. The Broncos redeemed themselves with a last gasp win over the Roosters. Jimmy the Jet must be working for an Origin spot - he was electric in the second half. Hopefully the side has found some of its mojo. Brisbane and the Eels open proceedings at Suncorp and although the Eels can be a bogey side for Brisbane I'll stick with the home side. The Sea Eagles didn't appear to win the fight but they certainly won the battle at AAMI last weekend coming away with a significant win over Melbourne who are showing some vulnerability. It's off to the cold country for the Sea Eagles who play Canberra at home on Friday night. The Raiders looked to have their opportunities against the Dragons but again couldn't find a way to win. At home in the expected conditions on Friday night I am prepared to give Canberra another chance. The Storm head to Cowboy's country for the remaining Friday night game. They were pretty ordinary against Manly and are facing a Cowboys side who watched the season slipping away from them. Sunk by a penalty goal after the full time siren in their game against the Bunnies. You expect Melbourne will come out firing here but the Cowboys must surely be owed a win. Roosters fans are crying foul after their loss to the Broncos and this week take on the Titans who claimed the scalp of the Knights last round. Winning form is always good form but it's the tri colours here for me. The Bunnies played their get out of jail free card last week with an after the bell penalty conversion in an insane finish to a great game of footy in Townsville. This week they travel across the ditch to take on the ever unpredictable Warriors. The Bunnies have been on the hop but call me crazy I am sticking with the Warriors. Saturday night's clash at Penrith between the competition leaders should be a beauty. Nathan Cleary looked like he hadn't missed a game in his return from injury last week and I am leaning towards the Panthers in what looks on paper to be a very close thing. The Knights squandered some chances against the Dragons last weekend and have another tough ask this week when they host the Sharks. Cronulla have not been playing pretty football but are racking up the wins. I'm going for an upset here and tipping the Knights. Young maroons hopeful Kayln Ponga will be pressing for Origin selection and the Sharks Valentine Holmes will be looking to cement a start in Origin 1. Expect some exciting plays. The Tigers and Bulldogs wrap up the round at ANZ stadium. The Doggies are finding it difficult to find back to back wins. 22 SOUTHERN FREE TIMES
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They were in the game against the Sharks but couldn't finish the job. Josh Morris injured his knee last week and while not as bad as first thought he will possibly miss this game. He will be a key out. The Tigers were just not allowed to play well against the Panthers but might redeem themselves with a win here.
CASEY'S TIPS ROUND TWO BRISBANE, RAIDERS, COWBOYS, ROOSTERS, WARRIORS, PANTHERS, KNIGHTS, TIGERS
CHAMPIONSHIP RACE HEATS UP Stanthorpe Golfers wrapped up a busy weekend of golf as the men completed rounds two and three of the Club championships on Saturday and Sunday. The Ladies played round two of their Championships on Saturday and round three will be decided on Wednesday this week. The large field played a Single Stroke event on Saturday (round two of the Club Championships) Local golfer Peter Hines sponsored play and honours went to Mike McAuliffe who claimed the men's competition on a count back with nett score of 66. Steve Kay who also carded nett 66 was the runner up after a count back. Rundowns went to Bill Pyne, Mark Hendry, Keith Jones and Paul Mills. The ladies also played the second round of their club championships. After a count back Trish Fittock took a narrow win over runner up Rachel Hendry with the pair both finishing the round with a score of nett 71. Rundowns this week went to Lynette Ludlow and Neta Thouard. In the men's competition pins shots went to Ian Harvey (3rd), Mike McAuliffe (12th) and Tom Fittock (17th). The 1/10 Pro Pin went to Bill Pyne, 5/14 - Darryl Boekholt and 9/18- Scott Constable. Nikki Waterworth won the 17th approach for the ladies. This week the birdies nest was at the 11th. David Reeves, Michael O'Brien and Scott Constable took the honours. On Sunday the men were back in action for round three of the Championships. Reno Piovesan taking the win with a nett score of 70. Runner up on a count back was Mike McAuliffe. Rundowns on the day went to Peter Gibney, Matthew Waterworth and Lyle Bryant. The 3rd and 12th pin shots were taken out by Mike McAuliffe and Trevor Ludlow claimed the 17th. 1/10th Pro Pin went the way of David Reeves, 5/14 Rick Chapman and 9/18 to Dave Burgess. Saturday is the final round of the Club Championships for both men and ladies. And at this point it is difficult to find a favourite in any of the Grades Saturday will be a telling round and it will be sponsored by Alan Kerr and Dale Minchenton. The Stanthorpe Golf Club will be holding their AGM on Tuesday 29th May at 7.00pm at the clubhouse and would like to see as many members as possible attend. ARMSTONG GRABS SPORTERS WIN In perfect but slightly chilly conditions last Sunday Paul Armstrong had an excellent round of golf to post a win in the Sporters competition. Armstrong also had the Best Gross of the round to top off a good morning. Filling the runners up spot was Marg Locke who also played well. The Run-downs went to Mark Lynam and Tony Steele. Lynam also left with a meat tray. Norm Steele took the Pin Shot on the third and the Pro Pin went to Nikki Waterworth.
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Terry Byrnes gave the remaining Meat tray a home. Sporters will tee off at the winter start time of 8.00-8.30am next weekend and welcome any visitors or first time players to join them. TANNY TRICKS There has been plenty going on at the Tanny Bowls Club in the past few weeks. The Tannymorel Open Pairs competition kicked off with a round robin format and proved popular with a big field taking to the greens. There were some big scores in the opening games. These are the results to date. Gazz Farmer and Philpsy had a big win over Dan Sully and Tuck - final score 21-3. In another one-sided affair Lorna and Grumpy defeated Joel and Meg Farmer 213. Gordie and Sue took on Marg T and Mick O and scored an 18-6 win. In a closer game Di and Pete defeated Shep and Aaron 14-10. Thommo and Walshy also had a comfortable win over Myrtle and Don - thee final score 22-11. The call-up for this Saturday 26/5 - Skips only is as follows. Sue vs Don; Walshy vs Tuck; Philpsy vs Marg Farmer; Grumpy vs Pete and Aaron vs Mick. Good luck everyone. The club's Monthly Triples competition sponsored by Roz Thompson was held last Thursday (17/5) - another great day It was a win for the visiting Warwick boys, Trev Wright Welshy and Tyler. The runners up were local lads Gazz Farmer Mick O and Shep. Picking up the horses butt award were Don, Sue and Grumpy flying the Tanny Flag. In the first round Don Clouten Sue and Grumpy snatched a one point win over Marg T Nick O and Dan Sully - scores 11-10. Eventual winners Trev Wright, Ed Welsh and Steve Tyler played well to defeat Brian Brown, Rob Parker and Tony Schubert 17-9. Mac Balfour Bev and Dough Christensen had a 12-7 win over their opponents Gordie, Walshy and Greg Dent. L Hortley, Bev Cross and Greg Cross proved too strong for the local trio Prickles, Paint Brush and Johno Johnson - the score 16-6. Phil Wagner had a more comfortable17-6 win over their opponents Adrian L'Barrow and Julie and Al. In the all-important "skips only" round Doug Christensen defeated Philpsy by just one point (12-11). Johno Johnson had a 19-11 win over Al Buse. Shep had a blinder defeating Grumpy 25-2 and Tony Schubert had a 13-9 win over Phil Wagner. Greg Dent played well to defeat Dan Sully 18-11 and S TYLER defeated Greg Cross by a big margin - finals core 20-3. A reminder that this Saturday night is the club's Movie Night with a BBQ commencing at 6.00pm followed by the movie at 7.00pm. You can book now so you don't miss out on a seat - simply call the club on 07 46 644230. ASSOCIATION GAMES TIGHT Nine players were on court for the Association Croquet games last week. Andrea Denkewitz partnered Peter Tunbridge in a close game Joy Newman and Effey Russell. This game finished in a 20 all tie. Carol Verwey and Pat Schnoor played Heather Widderick and had a 26-16 win. Pat Schnoor and Heather Widderick both had one break of two. The final singles game between Jenny Tunbridge and Grace Howard was a very close affair with Jenny managing to sneak home with a 23-22 win. Ricochet
There was only a small but enthusiastic group of players on the court for the Ricochet Croquet games on Thursday morning. Andrea Denkewitz and Bron Southgate played Carol Verwey. Verwey had two breaks of two and went on to win the game with 21 hoops to 18. In the game between Peter Tunbridge and John Draper, Draper scored a break of three hoops and went on to win the game 26-24. GATEBALL FRIDAY The Gateball crew took to the court on Friday morning. Forming Team One were John Draper, Heather Widderick, Joy Newman and Andrea Denkewitz. Their opponents, Tam Two were Pat Schnoor, Margaret Dickenson, Jenny Tunbridge and Grace Howard. Team Two were on fire in the opening game of the morning scoring a 15-8 win. Margaret Dickenson showed her skill to score and Agari while Grace Howard and Joy Newman both produced great 'sliders' for their teams. In the second game of the morning Team One hit back after a slow start to score a 12-9 win. After the break the action was all in Team Two's favour winning the third game 14-10 and the final game 18-10. In game three they had a 'gate and touch ' securing extra shots for the team. Pat Schnoor, Jenny Tunbridge and Margaret Dickenson were in excellent form making plenty of very accurate shots during the games. TATICAL GAMES The opening games at Golf Croquet took a little longer than normal last week as all players took a measured approach to the game and carefully considered tactics. The first group played doubles there was little between the two groups. Kath Hopgood and Bev Sullivan finally got the better of their opponents Pauline Inglis and Elaine Brown scoring a hard fought 13-11 win. The second group played triples and it was Marian Castles, Bronny Southgate, and Justin Liddy who took a 13-10 win over Liz Ellway, Shirley Page and Judy Lock 10. After a longer than normal break between games the second round of games were very short. The normal number of hoops played in a first to 13 games, is around 25 or 26, and for a first to seven games are usually around 12 or 13 however only seven hoops were able to be completed in the second game. The triples team of Justin Liddy, Bronny and Liz Ellway were narrowly defeated by Bev Sullivan, Shirley Page and Pauline Inglis. The final score 4-3. The doubles group were a little distracted by the hold ups which often occur when following a larger group however Kath Hopgood and Marian Castles held their concentration and went on to a 5-2 win over Elaine Brown and Judy Lock . Kath Hopgood looked to be the player of the day. Wither her well-directed shots she put together a great combined two game score of 10. An excellent effort considering the shortened second game. NATIONAL MOTORSPORT RETURNS National-level motorsport competition returns Morgan Park in June, with Round Three of the Australian Motor Racing Series (AMRS) to be held from Friday 8 to Sunday 10. The AMRS encompasses a range of national motorsport categories including the GT-1 Australia Series (for exotic sports cars), Australian Formula Three Premier Series, Legend Cars and the Mazda RX8 Cup Series. These categories will be joined at Morgan freetimes.com.au
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National Motorsport is set to make a return to Morgan Park on June 8-10. Park by three Queensland state categories: Formula Vee, Production Sports and Classic Sports Sedans Action commences on Friday June 10 with Practice round and qualifying and racing commencing on Saturday and continuing Sunday. BRACKIN STEPS UP FOR NEXT CHALLENGE Emerging Super Lightweight boxer Chris Brackin who grew up in Stanthorpe and is now based in Toowoomba is preparing for his return to the ring on Saturday when he heads a trio of boxers from Smithy's gym in Toowoomba who will travel be in action this weekend. Brackin who did his early boxing on the Southern Downs will take on well-respected Nambucca Heads boxer Dan Beverly in a tournament at Seagulls Club, Tweed Heads on Saturday May 26. The 19 year old is shaping as a hot prospect will be looking to extend his undefeated pro wins to four when he takes on Beverley. Brackin had two early round wins in his first two bouts but was taken the distance in his third bout by Kurt Finlayson inarch and survived a split division to keep his winning record intact. Brackin's opponent in the Tweed Heads bout is well-known to followers of boxing in the region having fought both Steve Spark and Australian champion Brent Rice in Toowoomba. He is well known for his trade mark walk-up style. Speaking recently Brackin said "Kurt Finlayson is a world champion kick-boxer and he was a good stepping stone for me. It was a really tough fight and I learnt a lot from it." Brackin admitted each fight is tougher and expects this bout to be his biggest challenge since leaving the amateur ranks. Brackin is excited to be exploring new opportunities and is thrilled that the upcoming bout will be on Fox Sport saying it is a great opportunity to get his name out there. "I'm just hoping to put on a good show for everyone." Speaking with Brackin's father Brian recently he said Chris has been training
hard and has set himself some serious goals in the sport. No doubt there will be plenty of locals interested in his upcoming fight. PENTATH SUCCESS Five races, two day - a total of 42.2 kms - the annual Warwick Pentath Run. Hundreds of runners flocked to Warwick last weekend for the event. Pounding the pavements some competed in all the events others in just some or one but the overall consensus was the 2018 Pentath was a spectacular success. Runners have the option to compete in all or some of the five events which add up to a marathon as amateurs and professionals compete side by side. Competitors, some who travelled from the interstate and even the UK ranged in age from three to 80. The unique Pentath started on Saturday morning with a 1/2 marathon which began at WIRAC and finished at Yangan. After breakfast at the Yangan pub competitors were bussed back to Warwick. Following a well-earned break, runners took on the 4.6klm Cross Country run at Leslie Dam. A five klm out and back road race on Sandy Creek Road wrapped up Saturday's racing and finished at the historic Sandy Creek Pub. Competitors were up early on Sunday morning for the 10klm Hill climb from Killarney to Queen Mary Falls. For those still standing there was breakfast after the race in the Cafe Grounds at Queen Mary Falls. The racing concluded with a spectacular 1500m sprint through the main street of Warwick which was won by Aiden Hobbs. Now in its 16th year the event was once again an enormous success with 2500 runners involved. The record turnout of runners required a similar record turnout of volunteers and their contribution made the event a success with plenty of plaudits coming the way of the organisers. Of the large number of runners competed in all five events it was Iasias Beyn who finished with the best cumulative
time of 02:20:47. Aiden Hobbs finished in second place with a time of 02.22:58 followed by Peter Bracken 2.28:30. This is a truly unique event with something for everyone - congratulations to everyone involved. SHINING PERFORMANCE FROM STANTHORPE Stanthorpe continue their climb up the ladder in the second division Clive Berghofer TRL competition and their dominant win over Oakey last weekend at Sullivan Oval puts them on eight points after six games played. Gatton and Dalby head the standings with 10 points each but have played seven games. Pittsworth who have also played only six games are one point ahead of Stanthorpe. It good to see the large crowd of supporters at Sullivan Oval on Saturday afternoon getting behind the local boys many of the crowd staying on after a very big day of junior league. Stanthorpe look to have a good balance of youth and more experienced players and it showed against the Bears on Saturday The day was soured somewhat by a sickening injury to Brad Britton who was in immediate trouble after a tackle and was taken from the field. The talented youngster suffered a broken arm. Oakey opening scoring with a try just minutes into the game. Stanthorpe hit back with tries to Nathan Brannigan, Hamish Cole and Regan Sullivan. Although the home side led 14-6 at half time the game was very much still in the balance. After the half time break Stanthorpe dominated play. Two quick tries from front rower Michael Solomon all but put the game out of the visitors reach with a 26-6 score line. Oakey managed to score again when Tomuri-Marshall crossed but Stanthorpe despite coughing up possession and giving up some silly penalties never looked in danger. Hamish Cole had an excellent game and it was no surprise he was named Players Play after the game. Brad Brittan is certainly going to be missed over the coming weeks. His injury will force coach Gary Skimmings to reshuffle his side as he prepares them for their Friday night game against the Warwick Cowboys at Sullivan Oval. Fortunately the Gremlins have good numbers available - on Saturday there were 24 players available for the game. Kick off on Friday night in what is sure
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Stanthorpe''s hooker scoots over to score an early try in Saturday''s game against Oakey Bears. to be a tough game is set down for 7.30pm. FORT PLATZ Wattles are building a formidable reputation at Platz Oval which is becoming an impenetrable fortress for visiting TRL sides; last weekend claiming another scalp with Oakey going down 42-18 to the home side. Oakey were well in the game in the first half - they posted first points and were within striking distance at the half time break trailing 18-10. However it was one way traffic in the second half as Wattles dominated scoring three unanswered tries to extend the lead to 26 points. Andrew Richardson scored a double for Wattles while team mates Ty Gardner, Mitch Koina, Nick Van Der Poel, Will O'Grady, and Dylan Wilson all got across the try line in a superb team performance. Matt Duggan returned to the kicking duties this week nailing seven from seven. Josh Stanton crossed twice for the Bears in second half but the result was beyond doubt. Wattles are now five from five at Platz oval and this week prepare for a tough local derby when they host the Cowboys who will be fresh from last weekend's bye. Wattles are looking to cement their place at the top of the table with Valleys while the Cowboys will be looking for an opportunity to improve on their fifth place. Sure to be an exciting game. The main game is set down for a 2.30pm kick off on Saturday and the Reserve Grade and Under 18's will be in action prior to the main game action. In other games Wattles had a 60-nil win in Reserve Grade and a 34-24 win in the Under 18's gave them a club clean sweep for the round.
AROUND THE GROUNDS WARWICK BOWLS CLUB Warwick Friendly Society sponsored bowls on Sunday 12th May. Our sincere thanks to them for sponsoring this day. Result: T. Gallagher, S. Tyter def. S. Valentine, R. Bean 17-15. A. Naylor, C. Johnson, J. McCallum tied with R. Valentine, B. Maunder, P. Seipelt 13 all. Congratulations to the winners Sue and Russell. Bowls on 16th May was sponsored by our members, Sue & Rob Valentine and Bev & Doug Christensen. Sincere thanks to these members for their monthly sponsorship. Result with 1 for and End plus 4 for a Win: D. Phillips, J. Niven, E. Welsh def. G. Niven, C. Johnson, B. Black 15-10. A. Naylor, G. Kerr, D. Warr def. P. Jackson, P. Seipelt, S. Tyter 19-6. L. Collie, J. McCallum, T. Wright def. K. Capern, R. Tartan, B. Christensen 16-9. R. Smith, S. Valentine, D. Christensen def. K. Bloomfield, B. Buckel, K. Hayes 17-8. R. Valentine, G. Murphy, P. Wagner def. P. Kerr, R. Bean, M. Balfour 14-11. Congratulations to the winners Alex Naylor, Gordon Kerr and Doug Warr, and to the runner-up Lynn Collie, Jim McCallum and Trevor Wright. freetimes.com.au
Result of Semi Final of S.S. Pairs on 19th May: J. Rickard, P. Collis def. J. & S. Lasak 27-9. T. Wright, M. Holder def. D. Warr, B. Black 28-6. Call up for the Final of S.S. Pairs to be played next Saturday 26th May, is as follows: T. Wright, M. Holder verse J. Rickard, P. Collis. Result of Social bowls on 19th May: T. Gallagher, J. McCallum, J. Cutmore def. D. Phillips, A. Naylor, H. Lasak 16-14. R. Valentine, C. Johnson, P. Reynolds def. R. Forbes, T. Pritchard, G. Murphy 30-21. COMING EVENTS for MAY: Wed. 23rd: K.F.C. sponsored bowls. Sat. 26th: Social bowls and call up for Final of S.S. Pairs - see above. Also nominations for Self Selected Triples will close on 26th May. Wed. 30th: Social bowls. COMING EVENTS for JUNE: Sat. 2nd: Social. Tues. 5th: Monthly Triples. Wed. 6th: Social. Sat. 9th: Social. Sun. 10th: To be advised. Wed. 13th: Jack Pot Pairs. Sat. 16th: Social. Sun. 17th: our Club's Open Mixed Carnival "with a difference". Please see sheet on inside of Bowls
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SOUTHERN DOWNS RIFLE CLUB A perfect day for shooting though the mirage became a slight problem before the light breeze blew it away. 500 yards F Class Murray Reck 121.7 (open) Bruce McAllan 120.6 (open) Paul Findlay 117.7 (factory) Margaret Taylor 117.2 (open) Neil Sexton 116.5 (open) Noel Wilcox 108.3 (factory) Rob Smythe 107.1 (factory) Next week on Sunday 27th May we will be at the 600 yard mound, sign on 8.30am for 9.00am start, contact Margaret on 4666 1018 for details.
WARWICK EAST BOWLS CLUB Last Saturday the men hosted the ladies for a slightly delayed Mothers Day special day. Two games of triples and four of pairs were played, with the fol-
lowing results. E Diery, L Nicklich, V Smith, B Sommerville 12 d. P Dipplesman, J Harslett, N Hassum 3; M Wright, B Denny 15 d. B Gibson, G Brady 0; G Shelley, N Madsen 14 d. C Lawler, B Rowling 1; P Dipplesman, G Shelley, V Smith, B Sommerville 10 d. B Rowling, B Denny, L Nicklich 3; E Diery, C Lawler 9 d. M Wright, N Madsen 6; G Brady, N Hassum 11 d. B Gibson, J Harslett 4. The overall winner was G Shelley, with V Smith and B Sommerville being the equal runners-up. Prizes were awarded to the first five ladies who scored a "toucher". All ladies were invited to try for the jackpot and three of them scored 25% each. This means that at the next Saturday bowls the jackpot will start at $46.50 + $1 per bowler. There will be no mixed social bowls this coming Saturday, as we are hosting Gaythorne Bowls Club for a morning of mixed social bowls on Sunday. Play starts at 9.00 a.m. with names to be in by 8.30. Cost is $10 green fees and $10 lunch. Morning tea will also be available and there will be two raffles. Thursday next week will be our monthly Red Rooster mixed triples. Play starts at 12.00, with names to be in by phoning the club on 4661 9050 between 10.00 and 11.30 a.m.
Thursday, 24 May, 2018
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