Southern Free Times - 07th June 2018

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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk As a parent I'll confess to occasionally telling my kids to "drink a cup of cement and harden up", but it's meant affectionately enough.

But as the drought threatens to send many of our local primary producers to the financial and emotional limit, it's that kind of attitude that we need to turn on its head.

Farmers are a proud lot, particularly the blokes. They're not used to revealing their feelings or putting the hand up for help, financial or otherwise. And that's the problem.

I am very fearful that 2018 is going to be the year in which some locals on the land say "that's it" - and either walk away from farming, or worse, harm themselves. Suicide rates among rural and remote Australians are twice those of the major cities. It's unacceptable and it must change.

Our cover story this week (pages 4 and 5) is about encouraging rural people to make their mental health as much of a priority as feeding animals and fixing fences in this horrific drought. And that's a message especially targeted at men on the land - stop telling yourself to "just suck it up" if you're dealing with conditions like depression and anxiety. Help is available, both at the GP and over the phone, 24/7.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness - rather, it's a demonstration of courage. ● - Jeremy Sollars

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FERAL DEER CULLED The Southern Downs Regional Council and the State Government have joined forces to reduce pest deer numbers south of Stanthorpe - read more on page 7.

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COUNCIL SUES OVER CENTRE FIRE The Southern Downs Regional Council is suing the company which supplied flooring for the Stanthorpe Civic Centre for nearly $2 million, claiming the firm was responsible for a fire which extensively damaged the centre in March 2016.

A claim was lodged by the council in the Supreme Court of Queensland last Wednesday 30 May against Cleveland-based Northern Lifestyle Sports Floors Pty Ltd, alleging negligence on the part of one of their employees.

The claim states the employee failed to safely dispose of the contents of a dust collection bag - namely seal sanding dust which spontaneously ignited around 7pm

on the evening of Friday 18 March 2016.

The council is demanding total damages of $1,881,902.16, including building costs of $1,727,493.18, contents costs of $69,759.92, business interruption losses of $11,559, miscellaneous costs of $8677.85 and consultancy costs of $64,411.50, plus interest from 18 March 2016 and court costs.

Northern Lifestyle Sports Floors was hired by the council in November 2015 to install new timber flooring in the Civic Centre at a cost to the council of $104,110 plus GST. The council claims the company - which began the work in March 2016 - was "vicariously liable" for the negligence of an employee who left seal sanding dust from

The Stanthorpe Civic Centre was extensively damaged in the 2016 fire.

(File image). a Polivan sander/vacuum inside a dust collection bag in the kitchen area of the Civic Centre, knowing it was potentially combustible.

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HAVE YOUR SAY ON REGION’S FUTURE Residents are invited to take the future of the region into their own hands by sharing their vision for a bigger and better Southern Downs with the Southern Downs Regional Council.

The council says it is looking ahead with a new plan for the future, 'Shaping Southern Downs', and is inviting all residents to take part in the community engagement process.

'Shaping Southern Downs' is aimed at encouraging investment in the region and growing the population to 50,000, with the region's growth to be supported by a wider range of businesses, industries and services in the area providing a range of jobs for locals and support infrastructure improvements.

Mayor Tracy Dobie says 'Shaping Southern Downs' is an "opportunity to develop a plan for the whole region while continuing to celebrate each village and town's unique identity".

"We live in a wonderful region and the Southern Downs is in an excellent position to welcome growth and population diversity given its rural lifestyle, temperate climate, existing infrastructure and connection to South East Queensland's services and facilities," Cr Dobie said.

"We are a diverse region and each community is different and we want to hear from each and every town about what they want for their community that will contribute to making us who we are as the Southern Downs region.

"We want to understand what people value about living in the area and their vision and aspirations for their townships and the wider region.

"Council is committed to working alongside the community to develop a shared vision for the Southern Downs.

"I urge everyone in the community to provide feedback and share their input and ideas - have your say about what are the most important priorities for our region's future.

The consultation period will be undertaken by consultants Ethos Urban from this Saturday 9 June and will include community workshops, focus groups, popup events and consultation sessions.

Community members are invited to complete the online survey when it launches this Saturday through the 'Shaping Southern Downs' website at www.sdrc.qld. gov.au/living-here/have-your-say/shapingsouthern-downs Copies of 'Shaping Southern Downs' will be available online and at council service centres and facilities.

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Southern Downs councillors were expected to make a decision on the application by Terrain Solar to develop a 250,000-panel solar farm at Sladevale north of Warwick at a special meeting yesterday, Wednesday 6 June.

The council also held a public forum on the future management - and potential leasing of the Warwick Saleyards to a private operator - late yesterday at the Warwick Town Hall.

As both of these major events took place after the print deadline of the Free Times this week, readers should visit our website for updates at www.freetimes.com.au, and keep an eye on our Facebook page. ●

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states that Northern Lifestyle Sports Floors "knew or ought to have known that failing to safely dispose of seal sanding dust was likely to cause spontaneous combustion through an exothermic reaction", and that the negligence was "directly causative" of the fire.

The fire caused extensive damage to the Civic Centre's kitchen and supper room areas and heat, smoke and water damage from water used to extinguish the fire - to hardwood flooring in the main auditorium.

Repairs to the Civic Centre were completed in early 2017 after its closure due to the fire.

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Donna Neale-Arnold knows all too well how tough it can be for our farmers - she's been a rural financial counsellor in the past and currently offers holistic health management and natural remedies.

The Free Times caught up with Donna this week and when asked if she had concerns about farmers and self-harm, her

response was "absolutely".

"The drought situation itself hasn't changed, but the scale and the sense of desperation is growing," Donna said.

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We know our farmers are a pretty stoic lot - and they don't like putting up their hands for help - but the present dire situation is likely to push some to both the

financial and psychological limit.

While it's a confronting topic and statistic, the fact is the number of suicides per 100,000 people in rural and remote Australia is 50 per cent higher than in the capital cities.

And it's the blokes on the land in particular who are at risk, with their traditional mantra of "she'll be right" and "suck it up" not helping when it comes to

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HELP IS AT HAND While mental health experts say the starting point for those battling the likes of depression and anxiety is a visit to the family GP to write up a mental health care plan, farmers face an added barrier in this regard.

Rural support group Outback Futures is currently lobbying the federal government to address a requirement that people with a mental health care plan in place cannot hold a weapons licence which stops of lot of farmers from taking that step.

While a formal mental health care plan is the best way to manage mental health conditions - and can enable the plan holder to access subsidised treatment including visits to a psychologist - help is available 24/7 as close as the phone, so pick it up ... ● · Suicide Callback Service (24 hours) - 1300 659 467 · Lifeline (24 hours) - 13 11 14 · Beyondblue (24 hours) - 1300 22 46 36 · Mensline Australia (24 hours) 1300 789 978 · Centrelink Farmer Assistance - 13 23 16 · Rural Financial Counselling Service Qld South-West - 4661 5501 · Salvos Assistance Line - 1300 371 288 Donna Neale-Arnold (left) and Helen Lewis understand the plight of our farmers - and say it's OK to ask for help.

"But it's not just the suicide risk, it's also things like drinking as a way of coping.

"The stress on marriages and family relationships can be huge.

"What's really important for rural people is to stay active and stay socially connected, as well as the formal management of mental health, such as going to a GP and putting together a mental health care plan.

"Even if it's, you know, hosting a tennis morning or any kind of social activity - the community engagement side of it is really important.

"Make sure you're still talking and not reclusing.

Donna has run workshops for rural women in the past and is hoping government funding will enable mental health practitioners to target men with similar programs in the present drought.

She disagrees with critics of drought assistance who say farmers who can't make a living should exit the sector altogether.

"In most cases it's really not as simple as that - there may be a succession plan in

place for someone in the family who wants to take over, and there are Centrelink rules and restrictions around sold assets and retirement age," she said. ●

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Pratten farmer Helen Lewis is another local who's acutely aware of the struggles of our farming sector.

She's a member of AgForce's Agribusiness Committee which is working with other rural lobby groups to bring about change to the way governments approach drought and drought assistance for producers.

Helen points out that Queensland is the only state to still issue region-wide drought declarations, and says AgForce is arguing for an individualised approach to supporting drought-afflicted producers.

"What we really need to do is expand the system of drought-declaring individual properties," Helen told the Free Times.

"There are 130,000 farm businesses in Australia and every single one of them is unique - there's no franchising with farming.

"And the biggest impact - rainfall - is something you can't control.

"Widespread regional drought declarations basically make a farmer an instant victim - what they should be able to do is put their hand up at any point during the year and say 'my property is in drought' and receive tailored assistance, and be able to pull out of it when they feel they're ready to.

"The suite of solutions one farmer needs is going to look different to that of their neighbour's."

Helen said current measures such as low interest government loans, farm management deposits and the Farm Household Allowance - which helps put food on the table - all still had value for those eligible, but needed "more rigorous case management".

"We don't necessarily need more funding for drought assistance, it just needs

to be given out in a more targeted and individualised way," she said.

Helen said many producers were focussed on keeping stock alive and questions that mindset, saying it can be soul-destroying.

"It's the mouse-wheel of feeding every day," she said.

"I think it's better to focus on the things you can actually manage during drought like painting houses and fixing fences and de-silting dams - and yes, organising social activities.

"Think of it as a 'dry sabbatical' - it's so important that we look at our whole notion of drought and change it up and flip it."

Helen said producers in areas like Pratten and on the traprock were used to severe dry conditions but said farmers east of Warwick - traditionally the higherrainfall districts - were "feeling it more" and are "a little bit in shock", following the lack of effective summer rainfall this year and the inability to grow winter feed for stock. ●

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BY JEREMY SOLLARS The move towards the de-amalgamation of the Granite Belt region from Southern Downs Regional Council Area has taken another step forward with the Management Committee of the Granite Belt Community Association holding its first strategy meeting and creating several project groups.

Association president Rev Alan Colyer said the positive response to the initiative had been overwhelming, culminating in the public rally at the end of April involving about 1400 local residents and a petition of 5698 names presented to State Parliament shortly thereafter.

"We sincerely thank all of those people for their support - that provides the basis and the momentum for where we go from here and that next phase is now underway," Rev Colyer said.

"The Management Committee recognised the now essential task of developing a robust business case for the proposed de-amalgamation.

"This had two fundamental parts one relates to the reasoning behind and justification for such change and the second, to the financial case for such a change and how transition arrangements could work.

"We thank the existing Southern Downs Regional Council for their willingness to share available information in these matters.

"Other essential components of the

to contact her on 0432 467 966 or email: granitebeltcommunity@gmail.com"

SO, WHERE TO FROM HERE? Where do the councillors stand?

The Free Times asked the three current Stanthorpe-based councillors to provide a statement on their stance on de-amalgamation. Here's their unedited responses ...

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Cr Vic Pennisi.

Consultant Mike Hefferan (second from right) with the Granite Belt Community Association’s Alan Colyer, Amanda Harrold and Howard Poole. work now underway are to ensure good communication with the wider community throughout the process and, very importantly, to develop with the community realistic priorities to contain costs while also providing innovative ways to create a positive, progressive community into the future.

"We are very fortunate to have Professor Mike Hefferan advising us through this process.

"He brings with him over 35 years of related state, national and international experience in these areas - both as a senior executive in government and as a university Pro-Vice Chancellor "That experience is already having a significant impact."

Professor Hefferan said he believed there were "on the face of it, clear grounds to investigate de-amalgamation and the experience in other Queensland regions showed that that was possible".

"However the next phase of proving the financial and operational viability of the proposal is absolutely vital."

Amanda Harrold will be managing the project and invites community members and groups who can contribute in any way

I support democracy and the state government process. The Granite Belt Community Association is doing the right thing in following the state government criteria. I'm looking forward to each stage as it rolls out. I will support what the community wants. If it's financially viable and the community supports it in a referendum then that's what should have happened ten years ago, and if it happens now then every level of government should support the democratic outcome.

CR MARIKA MCNICHOL ...

The Granite Belt Community Association has committed to undertake the financial feasibility assessment and I am waiting to see the report on that. I recently attended the de-amalgamation rally at Stanthorpe and as I was elected by the people, I will support and respect what the majority of the community decides.

NAB EXPLAINS AWAY ALLORA CLOSURE

BY JEREMY SOLLARS The National Australia Bank has defended its decision to close its branch in Allora, saying the way customers across Australia are banking is "changing".

The banking giant will close the Allora branch - and those in Tara and Crows Nest - in August and says if it can't find "opportunities" for staff within the organisation it will offer them six months of "career coaching".

As the federal government's banking royal commission continues to expose the arrogance and duplicity of major players in the finance sector, NAB's Regional Queensland General Manager Wayne Atkinson said in a statement to the Free Times this week that the decision to close the Allora and other country branches was "a difficult one to make and was only made after consultation with staff and careful consideration".

"The way customers are banking in south-west Queensland and right across Australia, is changing," Mr Atkinson said.

"In Tara, Allora and Crows Nest, 80 to 90 per cent of customers also use other NAB branches as well as using phone and internet banking.

"For this reason, we have made a difficult decision and one we don't take lightly, to close the Tara, Allora and Crows Nest branches in August this year.

"While we understand these changes will affect the surrounding community,

NAB will continue to back the area through its services at other NAB branches and dedicated NAB Agribusiness Bankers and Business Bankers on the road."

Mr Atkinson said NAB "wants to continue to help our customers with their banking".

"Over the coming weeks, we'll be spending time with our customers explaining the different banking options available to them, including online banking and the many banking options at Australia Post," he said.

"We will also be working with local community organisations to see how else we can help support locals through this transition.

"We have sent letters to our customers to let them know of the changes as well as providing information on how they can continue banking, whether that is at a close by branch, online, over the phone or at their local Australia Post.

"At Australia Post outlets, NAB customers

can do banking like check account balances, pay bills and deposit up to $10,000 cash or withdraw up to $2000 per day."

Mr Atkinson said NAB "is working with our local branch employees to discuss their next steps".

"When we make changes to our branches, we make every effort to find opportunities for our local teams at other branches, and often this is possible," he said.

"If we can't find opportunities, we help our employees through 'The Bridge', our industry-leading program where employees are provided up to six months of career coaching as they decide what's next for them - whether that be retirement, pursuing a new career or starting a small business."

Mr Atkinson said NAB had "invested" more than $500,000 to upgrade ATMs in the Darling and Western Downs regions, and to improve the NAB branch in Warwick. ●

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DEER CULL A JOINT OPERATION

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The Queensland Government and Southern Downs Regional Council are carrying out a cull of feral deer populations and other pest animals in Sundown National Park south of Stanthorpe.

The cull involves aerial sharp-shooters operating via helicopter, with a Department of Environment and Science spokesman saying the joint effort is "aimed at reducing feral animals, especially deer, on and around Sundown National Park, including properties around Ballandean".

"Goats, foxes, feral cats and wild dogs may also be removed," the spokesman said.

"The Queensland Murray Darling Committee is also a partner in the SDRC operation.

"The number of deer that will be taken during this operation is not yet known."

Locals on social media last week raised concerns about deer carcasses left to rot on the ground attracting wild dogs, with the departmental spokesman saying this was "not a concern, as the cooperative pest management program is also aimed at removing wild dogs".

I, like the Mayor, will advocate for a new local government area called The Granite Belt Regional Council, if the detailed business case when completed demonstrates sustainability of the region going forward.

However, I must call for some calm, from all stakeholders during this process, so that the process can focus on delivering the most informed business case it can. It serves no purpose for any of us to speculate what the outcome will be before the detailed business case has been given the appropriate time to be assembled. The detailed business case needs to be accurate and based on the best data input possible.

It is critical that accurate information is used to deliver an accurate outcome so that the best decision can be made.

Unfortunately, amalgamations have not delivered in all cases, the outcomes that

were projected and it is important to explore better ways to administer local government, of which one way is to consider smaller government. A complete review of local Government would also be appropriate. All over the world, amalgamations have had varying degrees of success and consequently all over the world smaller governments are being reintroduced where the community tapestry has been unstitched, and the public has pushed back wanting to be again empowered acknowledging that the triple bottom line needs a fourth component called "community".

We can no longer ignore the community sentiment on this issue and we must allow the community to demonstrate how this will work and how it will affect the region, and in my view we must do this without any roadblocks, and finally, we must be sincere about the outcomes if they stack up. ●

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FERAL FACTS ...

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Cr Marika McNichol.

· Deer are indigenous to all continents except Australia and Antarctica. · Originally introduced in the 19th century from Europe and Asia as game animals by European settlers, Australia is now home to six species of deer; fallow, red, chital, hog, rusa and sambar.

· While deer continue to be farmed for venison, the wild populations are causing significant environmental damage. · Deer live predominantly in grassy forests.

The habitats they occupy in Australia include rainforests, eucalypt forests and farmlands. Their preferred food is grass but they also eat the leaves of shrubs, trees and herbs, bark and some fruit. · The male deer have antlers and all deer have scent glands above their eyes which they use to mark territory. This is done by rubbing this area against trees and saplings. · The social behaviours of deer are variable.

Sometimes they live in herds with up to 30 deer and other times live as individuals.

Deer mate during autumn with usually a single fawn born eight to nine months later. · Where deer density is high, diversity and abundance of plant species is lower. · Saplings are commonly destroyed by deer as they rub against them, trample or eat them. Weeds may flourish in areas where deer are not adequately controlled. Deer also assist the spread of weeds into new areas. · Deer compete with kangaroos and wallabies for food and generally add to grazing pressure. As hoofed mammals, deer can act as carriers of disease that affect livestock such as cattle and horses. · They also contribute to erosion and degrade the water quality in creek and river systems. ●

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NEWS CHARGES DROPPED Police have dropped an arson charge against a man in relation to a fire at a Wood Street residence in October last year, due to a lack of evidence.

Timothy Guy Clift, aged 29 when charged, appeared in the Warwick Magistrates Court last week where police offered no evidence in the case, resulting in the charge being dismissed.

Clift was arrested a short time after fire broke out in a residence at the corner of Wood Street and Stewart Avenue - next to Roses Chinese Restaurant - around 9am on the morning of Saturday 21 October last year.

Clift's matter was mentioned and adjourned several times in the court before being dismissed last week.

On the day of the blaze firefighters arrived quickly on the scene but the timber dwelling was well alight and was internally gutted, with the fire crews ensuring the blaze did not spread to neighbouring properties.

The occupants of the home were a 55-year-old woman and her son, along with another resident who had been living there temporarily for a few days.

They lost everything in the fire, including a beloved Jack Russell terrier cross and a pet bird.

At the time of the fire Warwick Police had also wished to speak with the drivers and passengers of vehicles which might have been sighted in the vicinity.

It is understood the block has since been sold.

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A three-year investigation into the disappearance of Brisbane man Sam Price-Purcell has led police last weekend to charge a Leyburn man, Michael Jay Evans, with his murder.

Evans appeared in Toowoomba Magistrates Court on Monday of this week and was also charged with arson involving a Toyota Prado and misconduct with a corpse.

He has been remanded in custody to await further court appearances.

Detective Acting Inspector Dave Nicoll told the media Evans used to live at the Leyburn property where police conducted a major search for evidence in March.

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NEWS Fire-arms and drug paraphernalia were uncovered on the property, but police said the current owners are not suspects in the investigation.

Forensic investigators analysed swabs taken from a yellow Holden Commodore, which Mr Price-Purcell is believed to have been driving at the time of his disappearance.

Insp Nicoll said police are continuing to investigate others believed to be linked to the murder, with Mr PricePurcell's body still unfound.

LOVE THEIR ART Amateur artists, both male and female, are invited to enter the Queensland Country Women's Association Border Division 2018 Art Contest.

Contest Convenor Penny CampbellWilson of Warwick said artists who reside in the Southern Downs area, including Clifton, are able to enter works in three categories - 'Still Life', 'Contemporary' and 'Landscape', and are encouraged to enter two paintings in each section.

The paintings will be judged at the QCWA Border Finals Day, to be held at Stanthorpe on Tuesday 19 June and will be judged by the Director of the Stanthorpe Art Gallery, Mary Finlay.

"First and second winners in each category go forward to the QCWA State Conference, to be held in Brisbane late October for the final judging," Penny said.

"This is great for our artists as they are being viewed by hundreds of people for four days in Brisbane.

"Each year an artist from the Border Division has received First Prize. "One does not have to be a member of QCWA to enter this contest.

"A QCWA member will be pleased to take paintings to Stanthorpe for the Division judging."

Paintings must not exceed 800mm by 800mm and all entries must be the original work of the entrant and completed in the last two years.

There is an entry fee of $5 per artwork.

Pleased contact Penny CampbellWilson on 0408 767 558 or ipcw7@ bigpond.com.

TIP TIMES CHANGED Residents utilising the Liston and Legume Waste Transfer Stations are advised by Tenterfield Shire Council that operating hours are being changed for the winter period and to ensure operator safety.

This change is effective as of last Sunday 3 June.

Winter operating hours are now for Liston Waste Transfer Station are 12 noon to 4pm on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Operating hours for the Legume Waste Transfer Station are 12 noon to 4pm on Saturdays and 8am to 12 noon on Tuesdays.

HEALTH SURVEY Jean Hailes for Women's Health is extending the deadline of its annual women's health survey by two weeks, after a fantastic response from all corners of the country.

The Women's Health Survey is one of the largest of its kind, offering women a chance to fill in the missing pieces of the puzzle on a range of health issues, including mental health, sex, weight and healthy living.

Now in its fourth year, the survey provides a vital link between women of Australia and those who help keep them well. The survey responses are used to develop material for health professionals, policy makers and consumers in the form of free resources and content on a wide range of issues.

Findings also form the backbone of the content for Jean Hailes' annual Women's Health Week in September.

The Women's Health Survey is a chance for every woman to have their say. The survey closes at midnight on Tuesday, June 19.

Visit jeanhailes.org.au/survey2018.

It will take around 10 minutes. All responses are anonymous.

"This is a rare opportunity for women to have their opinions heard and acted upon quickly," says Janet Michelmore AO, Executive Director of Jean Hailes for Women's Health.

"We take this anonymous data and use it in so many ways to help women.

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READY TO RIDE Owners of historic motorcycles will pay less to register their vintage rides from 1 July thanks to the State Government.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the annual cost to register historic motorcycles would be

cut to almost a third, dropping from $98.25 to $34.20.

The decision came following strong community representation during Governing from the Regions in Cairns last year.

"This fixes a discrepancy, put in place by the LNP, resulting in higher costs for historic motorcycles," Mr Bailey said.

"Last year, the Premier and I met with members of the Historical Motor Cycle Club of Queensland in Cairns and gave them our commitment to fix this oversight.

"We have delivered on that commitment and now historic motorcycle owners will pay some of the lowest registration fees in Queensland."

The fee reduction comes into effect from 1 July 2018 and will save Queensland's historic motorbike owners about $90,000 annually.

Eligibility for the scheme requires customers to be a member of a Queensland incorporated vehicle club or association. Evidence of the current membership is required to be provided: · on club letterhead · include details of the vehicle · be signed by a club official Customers who live in a remote area or are unable to access an appropriate club may be eligible for an exemption from the club membership requirement.

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HISTORIC SHELTER IN LINE FOR WORKS

BY JEREMY SOLLARS The Southern Downs Regional Council has taken out a state government heritage award for its plans to upgrade a historic shelter at the Warwick General Cemetery.

The council has won a 'Silver' conservation planning award - along with heritage consultants Conrad Gargett for its conservation management plan and scope of works to repair the William Mitchner Shelter at the Warwick General Cemetery, which has been described as "a fine regional example of funerary architecture".

The shelter occupies a prominent position in the Cemetery overlooking the Rose City, but many locals may be unaware of its history.

William Mitchner was born on 2 August 1841 in Germany and arrived in Allora about 1872, where he gained employment as a fireman or engineer in fellow German Francis Kates' flourmill.

Later he was a storekeeper in the shop that was replaced by the Commercial Hotel.

He acquired interests in Allora, Warwick and Toowoomba and his death certificate gave his occupation as an investor. Mitchner left bequests to both the Warwick and Toowoomba hospitals, money for the Anglican and Catholic churches in both Warwick and Allora and money for the erection of an Anglican Church in Hendon.

Mitchner - who died almost 100 years ago to the day, on 1 June 1918 - also left 1500 pounds for the construction of a 'rest shed' at the Warwick General Cemetery.

The council’s manager of Community Services and Major Projects Michael Bell pictured here with the William Mitchner Shelter.

The bust of William Mitchner.

Erected in 1926, the octagonal William Mitchner Shelter-shed is a single-storey, brick and tin building.

Mitchner left explicit instructions in his will, including that it was to be built of brick and was 'to contain in the left hand wing thereof a marble monument with an emblem of a simple marble cross resting thereon, the said monument to be surrounded with iron railings and to be inscribed as follows 'This Shelter-shed is the gift of William Mitchner for the benefit of the Public' and the date of his birth and death'.

The shelter shed was to include a vault for his body and on or near this a plaster bust of himself. To enhance the structure he wanted an appropriate steeple, bell and belfry. The vault and bust were to cost £150 and bell could cost between £150 and £200. The

Heritage Register and Southern Downs Local Heritage Register," the spokeswoman said.

"Before any repair works can be conducted on this 92-year-old valued community asset, council required a Conservation Management Plan in order to properly care for the building to ensure that its heritage value remains intact during any works.

"The Burra Charter is the guiding document for preservation of heritage places and forms the basis of the Conservation Management Plan.

"Together with the detailed Scope of Works, Council now has a robust document with which to seek funding for the staged restoration of the William Mitchner Shelter." ●

Cemetery Trustees were to invest £200 and use the income for the maintenance of the shelter and bust. The bell was to be tolled whenever a funeral was approaching.

He also set aside £800 for a smaller shelter shed at the Allora Cemetery.

Established Warwick architects Dornbusch and Connolly designed the William Mitchner Shelter-shed.

PLANS DEVELOPED, FUNDING SOUGHT A council spokeswoman said Conrad Gargett were engaged in October 2016 to prepare a 'Conservation Management Plan and Scope of Works' for the restoration of the shelter.

"The William Mitchner Shelter is one of the Southern Downs' heritage assets and is listed on the Queensland

JUNABEE HALL FACELIFT LATEST...

BY DIANNE CROW The renovations on our beloved Junabee Hall are continuing and her makeover has progressed to the point where the building itself is almost complete. The interior painting has been completed including the stage and toilet blocks.

This has given the hall a wonderful clean, fresh look and complements the cypress V-joint walls and blackbutt decorative features leading into the supper/bar/kitchen area. New pendant light fittings have been installed in the main hall area after having the electrical wiring system renewed.

The next project will be the installation of under-stage drawers to provide additional space within the hall by storing the newly-purchased trestle tables. The hall committee has been very fortunate in receiving a grant from SDRC for the purchase of these tables and chairs.

New landings that lead from the hall to the amenity block have been installed in readiness for the floor vinyl that will lead from the kitchen/bar/ supper area to these amenities. New colourbond doors have been added to the exterior of the amenity block to enable wheelchair access.

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A new ramp at the front of the building has replaced the tired old one and that together with the hand rail has been reinforced, making it much more secure. The building's facade as well as the foyer area and associated ramp and stairs have all had a cosmetic makeover with a fresh coat of paint.

The front doors have also had some moulding detail added to enhance their appearance.

Classically-styled exterior awnings have been installed to provide window shade and to enhance the exterior of the building.

Work began a few weeks ago on

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the construction of a replica of the old Jingarry School play shed along the rear boundary of the property. Our builder has done a magnificent job of replicating this structure. In coming weeks, a concrete slab will be laid and picnic tables and chairs are to be installed. To complement these, interpretive plaques will be placed on the interior walls to relate the history of the Junabee district.

In the next few weeks, we will be levelling, creating a path and planting out the 'Pioneer Garden' along the eastern boundary of the property leading to the play shed and beyond. Sandstone will be a feature in this garden which will

also include commemorative plaques of the pioneering families. An arbor structure will be created in the centre of the garden as a scenic window to the panoramic view of the Great Dividing Range, making it a perfect backdrop for wedding ceremonies and special occasions.

Should you be a descendant of one of the pioneering families or long-time residents of Junabee and would like your family member, who was a past resident of Junabee to be remembered on one of the commemorative plaques, please email the Junabee Hall Committee at ldmauch1@gmail.com or call Dianne Crowe on 0407 163 672 for a price list and order form. We would like to receive these orders prior to Friday 3 August in order for the plaques to be manufactured and installed on the hardwood posts within the garden prior to the hall rededication and Pioneer Garden and War Memorial opening ceremonies set down for Sunday 23 September 2018. ● freetimes.com.au

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LAWYERLY CATCHUP AT NEW DIGS Warwick's newest law firm celebrated its opening last Friday evening with drinks and nibbles - Hede Byrne and Hall or HBH Lawyers can be found at Level One, 9/91 Grafton Street opposite the Warwick Post Office.

HBH Lawyers offer a broad range of legal services including commercial, family and property law, general litigation, injury compensation claims, planning, environment, employment and criminal law, conveyancing, estates, succession planning and general legal advice. The Toowoomba-based firm also has an office in Roma - welcome to the Rose City! ●

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Neil Maxwell and Pat Hall.

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Tribute is paid to the tobacco growing years in Inglewood in the mural covering the facade of Wright's Budget Accommodation premises in Princess Street.

GIANT MURALS TURN HEADS

BY MAVIS STOWER Inglewood's CBD streets have been transformed thanks to the talents of Brisbane based mural artist James Ellis.

In six days James created two showstopping, giant-sized murals in the town's business area.

Both murals have an historical theme.

The first covers the entire front of the double-story brick premises owned by Wright's Budget Accommodation and depicts a crop of tobacco and growers working in the field. It's a tribute to the estimated 300 families involved in tobacco growing during the boom period experienced in Inglewood, Yelarbon and Texas during the 1950s and 1960s.

The 'canvas' for the second mural was the 1.9 metre-high and 28 metre-long galvanised iron fence beside Inglewood's Royal Hotel. In this mural a horse-drawn coach is shown travelling towards an artist's impression of the original wooden building housing the Royal Hotel in 1910.

A long-time district resident remarked that the eye-catching murals were a great idea.

He said they gave the town an instant identity that would be remembered by the hundreds of travellers passing through Inglewood each week.

He also said the town has a lot to offer and interest in the murals could well encourage travellers to stop over for a coffee break, a meal, a browse through the shops or a scenic walk around the town. ●

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INFORMAL SUBMISSION

I read with great interest Southern Free Times 24th May 2018 page 3, 'New Video Promotes Benefits of Region', quote "Southern Downs Regional Council says our region is set to become South East Queensland's next major growth area. Over the next three years the Southern Downs will welcome more than a 1000 new jobs across a range of industries".

Followed by a double page story (4 and 5) '200 litres per Person per Day - Perhaps', highlighting the situation we are currently in. Yes we are in a serious drought, however water is essential to our very existence.

Water restrictions are needed however it appears that all councils both previous and present have done very little in our region to: • Increase water storage to satisfy actual and future perceived growth, or most importantly • Drought Proof our towns with adequate supply of this vital resource.

There appears to be a double standard here whereby we are going to see "major growth" in our region on the back of an already very limited water supply.

It beggar's belief that priorities are not directed to addressing our future water supply to cater for the potential growth in our region.

You know on the land you can only run a certain number of stock off a certain sized dam and that's that.

(Name withheld on request)

As a ratepayer, I am embarrassed by our Council's submission to the Queensland Anti-Cyberbullying Taskforce.

The submission is poorly constructed and in parts reads like a cut and paste from Internet sources. The authority of the information presented is unclear with no acknowledgement of sources. The recommendations do not follow from the preamble and, to top it off, there are a number of typos. The quality of the writing in this submission is embarrassing. Surely someone in Council can write a coherent, well-argued formal submission!

There are misunderstandings about what constitutes bullying and unsubstantiated statements about the nature of bullies and bullying.

And James Lister is right (Border Post May 29).

Criticism does not constitute bullying.

The bulk of the submission clearly relates to public criticism of the SDRC. This submission is not about cyberbullying in our community.

It's about perceived bullying of the Council.

Local government is supposed to be the grass roots community level of government. As a resident of the area, I would have expected 'my SDRC' to put together an informed submission clearly focused on solutions to cyberbullying issues affecting all corners of the region they represent. Instead, they have chosen to focus almost entirely on themselves.

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Furniture & Collectables Auction Clearing Sale a/c D Potts Tenterfield Showgrounds Wool Pavilion Saturday 16th June 2018 at 9am Cedar drop front bureau C1960, cedar meat safe/chiffonier with shaped backboard and shelf C1880, cedar desk, cedar double bedheads, American oak dictaphone and cabinet C1922, oak day bed, oak 2 tier dumbwaiter, oak dumbwaiter, oak writing bureau, English oak drop side dining table, silky oak sideboard with 2 drawers, 2 doors with trinket shelves, restored red silky oak dressing table with trinket drawers and mirror, silky oak drop side table with barley twist legs, mahogany display cabinet C1930, Rosewood side table with three drawers and carved legs, washstand, 2 old kitchen cabinets, walnut veneer display case, wingback chair, American sewing machine cabinet C1930, Art Deco coffee table, Italian timber sea chest, Irish timber sea chest, cedar jewellery box, English china, French Limoges large bowl, large English porcelain meat platter, old tin toys, antique typewriters, Victorian ruby glass lamp, tall banquet lamp, coloured glass lamp with cast iron base, brass fire tools, brass fire dogs, cast iron fire dogs, cast iron scales and weights, Kenrick cast iron kettle, cast iron boilers, camp oven, dingo trap, rabbit traps, Braides No.3 Axe, Plumb tomahawk, brass plumb bob, copper frying pan, Bk Sydney 160LB Anvil, Anvil, Golden Fleece 1 LB grease tin, 4 gallon Golden Fleece drum, oil bottle with Golden Fleece top, collectable tools, coin collection, stamp collection, old bottles, old watches, old army holster, silverware, brassware, box brownies, WWII book set, WWI light horse legging, vintage pharmacy scales, quantity of gates, head bales, 8 rolls hinge joint, Stihl O31AV chainsaw, jetting plant, saddles, bridles.

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View 9, 16, 23 Jun or by appointment Libby Sharpe 0429 362 080 *approx.

Alford & Duff First National 277 Rouse Street Tenterfield NSW 2372 Ph: 02 6736 3377 Steve: 0428 100 328 www.alfordduff.com.au

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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.

PLUS ITEMS TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION PAYMENT STRICKLY DAY OF SALE --- EFTPOS AVAILABLE --- CATERERS IN ATTENDANCE PHOTOS AVAILABLE ON stuartbondrealestate.com

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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 602sqm allotment.

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93 Pelham Street, Tenterield, NSW • Well located & well presented four bedroom home • Recently reroofed, restumped, clad, 4.2KW solar installed • New carpets & vinyl to the bedrooms & open plan living area featuring fretwork & Lopi combustion heater • Single garage set on 1,062m²* fully fenced resi. block • Vendor committed to a result, already moved on to the next venture

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COMMUNITY DIARY FRIDAY 8 JUNE

SUNDAY 24 JUNE

Messy Church will be on Friday 8 June at the Warwick Uniting Church, 37 Guy Street, Warwick from 5pm to 7.30pm.

Theme is, The Real Mes. Evening starts with games, a meal, crafts and finishes with songs and a talk, and supper.

Travelling Country Music Social will be on Sunday 24 June 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.

ARTISTS INVITED TO EXHIBIT The seventh annual 'art@st.mark's' exhibition will held from Friday 20 to Sunday 22 July during the first weekend of Warwick's Jumpers and Jazz in July Festival.

Artists working in all media are invited to exhibit, at no charge, but all entries must be for sale and a commission paid with funds raised going towards the restoration of St Mark's Anglican Church.

Entry forms are available from the Church, its website at warwickanglican. org.au or jumpersandjazz.com/participate and are to be returned before Friday 6 July.

Call Sue Nalder on 0427 962 281 for further information.

Pictured here is artist Lois Strickland, who has been successfully exhibiting in art@st.mark's every year since 2012. ●

MONDAY 11 JUNE St Mark's Mothers' Union invites you to an information morning with Jayde Ware, director of Community Options, part of Community Care in the Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service. Jayde will give an informative talk on some of the outreach services available to the Warwick community through Community Options.

The morning will be held in St Mark's Anglican Church on Grafton Street, commencing at 10am. Morning tea to follow.

Contact Elaine Stewart on 0448 139 409.

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 until Thursday 7 June at Suncorp. Phone Carmel for more details on 4661 3136.

Change of date. Rosewood Pensioner League visiting Warwick Pensioner League will be on Thursday 14 June at Cowboys Club House, Queens Park Warwick at 9.30am. Call Ruby on 0438 674 803.

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.

SUNDAY 17 JUNE Hoy & Cent Sale will be on Sunday 17

June at the Warwick East Bowls Club at 1.00pm. Admission $4.00, raffles, 50c 2nd board, lucky door prize. Come along and join in the fun. Enquiries phone Gloria on 4661 5280.

WEDNESDAY 20 JUNE Warwick VIEW Club lunch meeting will be on Wednesday 20 June at the Warwick Golf Club from 11am. VIEW Club supports the work of the Smith Family in assisting disadvantaged Australian Children.

Contact Michele on 4661 5339 or Dulcie on 4661 8319.

THURSDAY 28 JUNE The Australian Breastfeeding Assoc.

Tenterfield-Granite Belt Group will meet on Thursday 28 June at the Stanthorpe Baptist Church Hall, corner of Railway and Hillcest Street, Stanthorpe at 9.30am.

The topic will be, Breastfeeding: Women and Work. All mums invited to attend and don't worry if you are running late. Dads, grandparents and children are always welcome. Contact Leah on 0409 001 634 for more information.

SUNDAY 1 JULY Warwick Singles Social Club Over 50s will meet on Sunday 1 July at the Railway Hotel, Allora at noon. Contact warwickssc@gmail.com. or Jen on 0400 505 943.

The Warwick Rose City Probus Club will meet at 9.30am at the Warwick Christian College Dining Room. There will be a guest speaker from JP's in the Community. Probus is a club for active retirees - to promote friendship, fellowship and fun. We meet monthly to make new friends, form new interests and hear from a guest speaker. We also arrange excursions to places of interest and events. Guests are welcome to meet with us. Enquiries phone Roy 4661 9728.

FRIDAY 6 JULY Friends of St. Mark's invite you to a Soup and Sweets Luncheon on Friday 6 July at St. Mark's Hall, Grafton Street, Warwick at 11.30am for 12.00 noon. Admission $10, be entertained by the Grumpies, lucky door and multi-draw raffles. Tickets on sale from Monday 11 June. Purchase tickets by Monday 2 July. Phone Elaine on 0448 139 409 or 4661 3940. ●

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race round, leaving marks (8).

DOWN 2. Drunk as Rusty never gets? (5). 3. Is held by a paperclip, they inform one (7). 4. As a rule, one quarter linen (4). 5. How Alice spoke? (8). 6. Be friendly with people and you’ll succeed (3,2). 7. Due to the fact that the note is genuine (7). 12. Posts at positions all along the line (8).

14. Set apart from the others, I have got so behind schedule (7). 16. Surprise that the man with the guns stands to get (7). 18. Pries open, when one chooses to? (5). 20. By the way, there’s an I in “dirty.” (5). 21. Bet, standing, it’s very tall (4).

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QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7527 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Vermouth. 6, Beef. 8, Neon. 9, Gorgeous. 10, Steam. 11, Lethal. 13, Solemn. 15, Settee. 17, Street. 19, Sprat. 22, Cogitate. 23, Open. 24, Skit. 25, Expedite.

Down - 2, Eject. 3, Mundane. 4, Urge. 5, Harmless. 6, Bleat. 7, Educate. 12, Initiate. 14, Outlook. 16, Typhoid.

18, Edict. 20, Alert. 21, Leap.

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HIBISCUS A REAL EYE-CATCHER Wednesday night 30th May was a great night out for the hardy souls who braved the cold and came to the CWA rooms in Grafton Street to hear Brian Sams. Brian certainly did not disappoint with a lively and fun-filled presentation with many photos from gardens he has visited around the world.

Garden ideas and myths were discussed and explained. Brian stressed the importance of reading and understanding labels - don't be fooled by the pretty label on the front of a product, turn it around and read the analysis on the back and do comparisons to spend your money wisely.

Suggestions as to the best mulch to use and the reasons why they vary in efficacy were also explained. Benefits and timing of spraying for bugs and what to use were also discussed. I have purchased some Neem Oil to use on my cabbages as the caterpillars are having a banquet in my garden. Apparently it is only useful for bugs that munch on my plants and is not a contact killer but will work over a period and also interrupt the breeding cycle so should eventually decrease the numbers about. With diligence and persistence I should be able to see an improvement - I will let you know! The plants are flourishing but so are the bugs!

They have been a continuing problem in my garden ever since the wind blew so many in about two years ago. Thank you to all those

that put so much effort into organising the night and also to the many that came to hear Brian thereby ensuring its success.

I recently saw a spectacular plant in a friend's courtyard and have tracked it down and identified it. It is hibiscus Acetosella voodoo, a relatively new release.

The foliage and flowers are both a very deep, almost black, burgundy/mahogany colour and extremely eye-catching. The flowers are not large like the tropical hibiscus being only about 2-3 inches across but the colour is amazing. The leaves are also not the typical hibiscus shape being very similar to Japanese maple, 3-5 lobed and finely cut.

I have not had a lot of experience with the 'rosella' plant but I believe this is probably more like that than regular tropical hibiscus. It is also known as cranberry hibiscus, African rosemallow or red leaved hibiscus. It is a member of a group known as hardy hibiscus and can tolerate colder conditions than the regular varieties and is more vigorous and long-lasting. It comes in a range of colours with the possible exception of yellow. They all appear to have the beautiful deep coloured foliage.

The plant was probably first found growing around African villages in the Congo and Zambia region, and first recognised by French botanists in 1896 and given the name it is known by to this day.

The plants were taken to Brazil and South East Asia and most likely used as a vegetable for the slaves. The leaves can be used as a spinach-type vegetable and hold their colour when cooked unlike so many other purple plants - purple king beans spring to mind. It was used sparingly in dishes because of the acid flavour.

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It tends to flower later in the season than regular hibiscus when the days are shorter and the flowers generally open about midday and only last for that day.

Slightly acidic, well-drained soil is the preference, in part shade to full sun. My friend's is growing against a fence in a sunny courtyard and doing very well. It is easily propagated from seeds that will germinate in about 3-4 days and grow rapidly or by cuttings that will root in either water or soil.

If you have a sunny protected spot, it would make a wonderful contrast to other plants and provide colour and impact even when not in flower.

The next event on the Horticultural Society's calendar is a bus trip to Esk on June 16th. As with all the events the society organises, it is open to anyone who wishes to come. Tickets are available from Danny Lyons store in Palmerin Street and the bus will be leaving Crisps Transit Centre in Grafton Street at 8am. Come and join us for an enjoyable day out. ●

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SPORTS FANS SPOILT FOR CHOICE The first week in June is set to be a massive week in sport. When readers pick up their copy of the SFT this week Origin One will be done and dusted. The MCG will have drawn a massive crowd albeit with a lot of freebie tickets to people who haven't a clue or a care about the game and the history of Origin. Like many I cannot understand the logic of the NRL boffins who seem hell bent on destroying an amazing concept.

Don't believe for one moment that it is as much about expanding the game as it is about the almighty dollar and don't get me started on the cost to Queenslanders who may just want to see an Origin live these days. Hopefully you are reading this edition with a Maroon smile on your face but with the late withdrawal of Billy Slater due to a hamstring strain the Maroons will be feeling the heat despite the temperature at AAMI. Queenslanders have risen to the occasion in the past and I'm hoping this will have been the case on Wednesday night.

The Jeff Horn fight is sparking plenty of interest and although many in LA have been quick to right Horn off against Crawford I think he is not a boxer to be sold short. Anyone who heard him speak in Warwick late last year will attest to his grit and determination despite his choir boy demeanour and looks. You can guarantee his trainer Glen Rushton and his team will have left no stone unturned in his preparation for the title defence. It is certainly a bout to be watched at 10.00am Sunday.

And then for those of us who do not like sleep there is the action at Roland Garros.

The world is still at rights when this is being written with 10 time French Open winner despatching yet another opponent as he continues his clay court brilliance.

Unfortunately in the Women's side of the draw Super Mum Sarina Williams has withdraw from the tournament with an injury but has shown that Motherhood has robbed her of little of her brilliance.

Hopefully her pectoral muscle injury will not keep her out of Wimbledon.

We as fans are again simply spoilt for choice.

- Casey COOPER BOURKE CLASH The annual cricket match for the Cooper Bourke Trophy was played last weekend at the Maryvale Cricket ground between the Maryvale side and the Lew Cooper Invitation XI. The game which had its origins as a Father Son game to raise funds for local youngster Angus Bowles is now in its fifth year and is a firm favourite on the cricketer's calendar.

While there are no sheep stations or the odd dairy up for grabs to have your name engraved on the trophy means a great deal to players from both sides.

The Maryvale side continued their amazing run in 2018 to comprehensively beat a visiting side with plenty of talent past and present.

The visitors captained by former Queensland star Mark Gaskell set the local lads a serious run chase when they posted 189.

Opening for the visitors was Lee Watts of Bowen a regular for the visitors who will travel anywhere for a game of cricket.

Unfortunately on this occasion he was out for just one run caught by Kieran Bourke off the bowling of Garten. Not an ideal start to the innings. Wickets fell steadily with the best of the batsmen Paulsen who after retiring at 40 finished the innings undefeated on 63.

Maryvale's resident Pom, Fergus made a quick trip to Warwick Base Hospital after dislocating his thumb fielding in the first session. He returned to enjoy the remainder of the day and evening as a spectator after some running repairs.

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Maryvale on their way to a big win in the Cooper Bourke Trophy game.

Garten both snaring a pair.

Maryvale made short work of the total despite the visitor's handy bowling attack.

On their way to a comprehensive win Jason Steketee was the only Maryvale player to lose his wicket when he was run out for 19 with the score on 112.

In an impressive batting display Pat Bourke retired undefeated on 40 Seibenhausen also retired on 44 as did Paul Bourke.

In a game filled with highlights there were a couple of standouts for me as I umpired for the first time since my hip surgery. The first was the bowling performance of a young leggie playing for the visitors. He is a product of Ipswich Grammar School and we are likely to see and hear a lot more of young Dylan in the future.

While there was not Player of the Match awarded my fielder of the game goes to the dual efforts of Peter Holley for the visitors and Michael Bourke. Both made a meal of a couple of sitters and provided the light entertainment for the day.

Of course above and beyond all else was the spirit in which this game is played and the presence of patron Lew Cooper who is not in the best of health and his old sparring partner and former Queensland player Brian Gaskell. Both octogenarians they have lost none of their eye for the game.

SPLIT ROUND NO EASIER A split round once of NRL did little to help many tipsters however it cemented one thing for me - the Eels are definitely off my tipping list for the remainder of 2018.

This week after we all get over the trials and triumphs of Origin we have to move on to Round 12 which is always a bit of a pig in a poke with Origin injuries often turning the round on its head. The Raiders and Panthers open proceedings at GIO for the first of two games on Friday night.

Although the Raiders have been playing well if the Panthers get through Origin without injuries to their key players.

The Titans look to have a monumental hurdle to climb when they host the Bunnies.

South's have really looked the goods in recent games and should add another two points here.

Saturday NRL returns to Christchurch when the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles host the New Zealand Warriors at AMI Stadium.

Again much depends on how players in Manly pull up. In what will be a tight game I am leaning towards the Sea Eagles.

The Knights put many a tipster out of action in round 13 but I cannot see them upsetting the Roosters on Saturday night.

The Eels host the Cowboys and after a disgraceful performance last week it is hard to even contemplate the Eels winning anywhere against anyone. Giddup JT and the Cowboys.

A tougher match will be the Sunday game between the Sharks and Tigers. The Tigers took it to the Roosters late in their clash last week but in their home pond I think the Sharks will be too strong.

Another toss of the coin game is the Storm Brisbane clash. Melbourne maybe without Slater depending on his hamstring injury but with a fresh Cam Smith and at AAMI Park I think Melbourne might get the chocolates.

The round wraps up on Monday night at ANZ with the Bulldogs hosting the Dragons.

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The Dragons looked to be off the boil in their past few outing but should have the fire back in their belly to win here.

WATTLES MOVE TO THE TOP OF THE TREE Wattles secured their spot in the Madsen Rasmussen game set down for June 17 after a comprehensive 70-14 win over South's last weekend picking up the Ragh Family Trophy with the win at Glenholme Park.

There is just one game left in Round one of the TRL competition and Wattles who now sit alone at the top of the TRL table two points ahead of Valleys are now ensured a spot in the Madsen Rasmussen game.

Wattles totally dominated in their win over South's. Andrew Richardson scored a treble in the game and team mates Braydon Wilson and Blake Lollback claimed two apiece.

Coach Travis Burns gave Tom Morris was a crack in first grade while Dale Perkins stepped up to take on the acting captain's role with Travis Burns and Ryan Duggan unavailable and scored two tries from the front row. The Wattles goal kickers, Matt Duggan, Jesse Miles and Andrew Richardson had a field day.

The Reserve Grade also had a good win - final score 68-12. It was not all doom and gloom for the home side who down the Wattles under 18 side 84-12.

After 10 rounds of the TRL Wattles top the ladder but have a bye this round.

Valleys are in second spot and have a chance to join them at the top of the table if they beat Gatton this weekend. Highfields are in third spot with 14 points and travel to Dalby this weekend in an effort to improve their position on the ladder.

Meanwhile the Cowboys have nudged their way into the top four.

SOUTHERN SUBURBS 14 (Isaac Waters, Angus Hearn, Damian Mills tries; Jordan Lipp goal) lost to WATTLES 70 (Andrew Richardson 3, Braydon Wilson 2, Blake Lollback 2, Dale Perkins 2, Jesse Miles, Nathan Gaulton, Ty Gardner tries; Matt Duggan 6, Miles 4, Richardson goals) LYNAM SPORTS A WIN One of Sporters most consistent picked up a win last Sunday. Mark Lynam regularly earns a mention in the Sporters report and last week picked up a win when he out scored runner up Dick Hilton. Paul Armstrong was Mr Consistent finishing the round with the Bet Gross while Peter Goodsir and Marg Locke both figured in the run downs. The Pin Shot at the third went to Phil Zikan and Nikki Waterworth claimed the Pro Pin. Nikki Waterworth also picked up a meat tray and the other lucky meat tray winner was Jim Mitchell. A reminder that the tee off time this week is unchanged at 8.00 - 8.30 Sporters need to be up a little earlier the following week. Due to the Zone Championships tee off will be 7.00am - 8.00am.

RATS GET POINTS IN TOUGH GAME The Water Rats trip made a successful trip down the range to take on the Condamine Cods last weekend. After a first half of missed opportunities of missed opportunities peppered with bombed tries and unfinished backline moves the Rats managed to score a converted try right on half time and led 7-0 at the break.

The Cods came back full of fight after the break and scored shortly after to narrow the gap to 7-5. James 'Tractor Reynolds has played only a handful of fames but against the Cods last week dominated the scrummaging against his more experienced opponents.

The forwards also turned in a solid performance. Anthony 'Fridge' Savovski enjoys playing as a make shift number 10 and ran over some wide defenders while Steve Berry was brutal around the ruck and with his carries in close. Darcy Meek broke many tackles.

Late in the second half the forwards had an opportunity to attack from a scrum five meters out. The bigger Rats heaved it

over the line allowing number 8 Steve who controlled the ball well to score. With only minutes remaining and the scores 12-5 the Cods secured possession and attacked the Rats line. They forced their way over to take the score to 12-10. A successful conversion would have left the Rats with their second draw in consecutive weeks. In a bizarre move the Cods regular kicker was replaced by one of their burly forwards. The attempt at goal was unsuccessful and the Rats held on for a nail biting 12-10 win.

Charlie Brennan was without doubt the Rats Man of the Match. Brennan who is only just 18 dominated in the game. His wide passes from the breakdown helped the Rats backline and he has a great running game. He is elusive in tackles with speed to burn. A standout moment in the game was a catch on his own goal line and a quick in and way to be a rushing defender saved the Rats from impending doom. Brennan also nailed it with the boot to ensure the Rats got the points and they now move into the top five on the B Grade competition ladder.

The Water Rats next game is against the Wheatmen in Dalby.

YOUNG RATS The under 17 Water Rats wrapped up their first season in the Darling Downs Rugby Union competition on Sunday in a tough grand final against USQ. The Rats side dominated by players from Scots PGC College as well as Assumption and Warwick State High School played a 10-round competition and on Sunday went down 24-10 in the final.'

Although beaten the young Rats can be proud of their efforts. It was a good result for the young side in their first foray into the competition against far more experienced players.

USQ got off to a flyer while the Rats took time to find their fee in the first half.

Despite dominating possession and scoring in the second half unfortunately they could not reel in USQ. Club President Andrew Williams said the club is proud of the team's efforts.

The competition was designed to provide pathways for the boys and the shortened season was designed so as not to clash with the schoolboy's rugby competition.

The Water Rats have a strong and inclusive club this season with teams from under-13 girl's right through to senior men's.

OVERSEAS PAIR BACK FOR MORE In a nod to how welcoming the Golf Croquet group is their two overseas visitors were back again last week. The pair joined seven others for another shot at the game.

Visitors are allowed four free trial days before joining the club so if there are other keen to have a try join the group on Wednesday mornings by 8.45 am to be included in the draw with play commencing at 9.00am.

Three groups of doubles of double were played with one player in each group playing two balls. This format seems to lead to less hold ups than playing a triples group and a double group.

Shirley Page was in good form and was the Player of the Day. She had a two game combined score of 14 hoops. Justin Liddy also played well finishing with 13 hoops while Bev Sullivan nailed a great hoop in one.

In game one the first group Bev Sullivan (playing two balls) scored a 13-9 over Shirley Page and visitor Melanie. Justin Liddy had a 14 -3 over Hakura and Pauline Inglis. In the third group it was Elaine Brown playing two balls who outscored Bron Southgate and Marian Castles13-5.

After the break Justin and Bronny Southgate had an 8 - 6 win over Bev Sullivan. Elaine Brown playing two balls scored a 10 -3 win against Pauline Inglis and Marian Castles. In the final Shirley Page played two balls to score a 10 -6 win over Marian and Melanie. freetimes.com.au

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COMEPTITIVE GAMES LAST WEEK Numbers were good at the Association Croquet games last week. Heather Widderick teamed up with Val Richardson to play Joy Newman and Carol Verwey. In a close game Carol and Joy scored a 23-18 win.

Peter Tunbridge and Effey Russell had a slow start in their game against Jenny Tunbridge. The pair made up ground late in the game but Tunbridge won the game 21-13.

In the other game on the court Pat Schnoor played solo against Andrea Denkewitz and Val Shepherd and played an excellent game especially in the second half and went on to defeat her opponents 24-20.

THOUARD GETS MEDAL WIN Stanthorpe golfers put the recent Club championships behind them and hit the greens and fairways last weekend in numbers for the June Monthly Medal, a Single Stroke event. The competition was kindly sponsored

by Stanthorpe Plaza Meats.

After he carded a great round of 65 Nett, Viv Thouard was thrilled to finally win a Monthly Medal. Thouard also won the putting competition with 24 putts to put the icing on the cake.

Runner up Ian Henderson followed closely with 67 Nett. Matt Waterworth scored the best gross with 78 off the stick for his round.

Pin shots this week went to Ian Pickering at the third; Steve Hooper at One; Dave Burgess 5/14 and 9/18 was won by Darryl Boekholt.

Scott Constable picked up the 1/10 pro pin.

This week the Birdies Nest was on the 14th and Richard Reardon was the only taker.

Rundowns went to Graham Tonkin, Billy Webb and Tom Fittock.

In the Ladies Competition the winner of the monthly medal was Lynette Ludlow with a 71 Nett. She also had the Best Gross, won the putting competition and held the Pin Shot at the12th. A great day on the course.

Runner up with a score of 72 was Linda Kelly. Neta Thouard had the pin shot at the third and Racheal Hendry held the Approach Shot at 17...The Rundown this week went to Kay Webb.

The Club has scheduled a Single Stableford sponsored by Keith and Helen Jones this Saturday.

If any golfers are interested in playing in the Zone One Championships which will be played in Stanthorpe on Sunday June 17th make sure to get your name on the time sheets quickly as spots are filling fast.

WINTER CONDITIONS The cool and windy winter conditions last Thursday morning didn't deter the Ricochet players. Andrea Denkewitz partnered Carol Verwey against Bill Golding.

In a game that was neck-and neck all the way it was Golding who triumphed to take a 26-25 win. It was a close game throughout and all players had at least one break of two hoops in a row.

Jenny Tunbridge and Bron Southgate played John Draper and Val Fancourt. And had a 26 hoops to 22 win.

COWBOYS MOVING UP THE LADDER A big crowd turned out at Fr Ranger Oval on a cool Saturday night for the Cowboys games against the Oakey Bears.

The Cowboys A grade side find themselves back in the top four after a good 54-20 win.

The Cowboys took an eight point led to the halftime break and never took their foot off the gas in the second half.

They scored three tries in quick succession in the second half and never gave the Bears a look in.

It was an impressive performance that showed plenty of discipline in a game where four Oakey players were sin binned in each half and Roger Bartholomew sent off in the second half. Regular hooker Ben Sullivan was unavailable due to representative duties with the Central Crows and younger brother Harry stepped in to the role and scored a double.

Brandon Baughan and Joe Fuimaono also scored a double.

In a sign of the depth of the Cowboys club they made it a clean sweep at Fr Ranger Oval with wins in all four grades.

The Reserve Grade had a 32-24 win; Under 18's won 50-18 and the Second Division rounded out the clean sweep with a 48-4 win.

The Cowboys travel to Pittsworth this weekend and will be hoping to cement their fourth spot on the A Grade ladder with a win.

WARWICK 54 (Brandon Baughan 2, Joe Fuimaono 2, Harry Sullivan 2, Mick

Action in the Under 18's game between the Cowboys and Oakey Bears at Fr Ranger Oval. The Cowboys made a clean sweep of the round against the Bears. Photo – Jeremy Sollars.

Bloomfield, Josh O'Brien, Declan McLoughlin tries; Kai Ehterington 6, Bloomfield 3 goals) defeated OAKEY 20 (Roger Bartholomew, Jordan Boney, Josh Robinson, John Lewis tries; Dylan Adamson 2 goals) NUMBERS CAUSE TEAM SHUFFLING Uneven numbers at Friday Gateball meant for some team shuffling. Team one played with just four members-Val Fancourt, Bill Golding, Pat Schnoor and Joy Newman. Margaret Dickenson, Andrea Denkewitz, John Draper, Les Williams and Heather Widderick forming Team Two. In a low scoring affair Team Two had a one point win over their opponents - the final score 9-8..

Tem one fought back in the next game to score a 14-11 win on the back of some accurate shooting from Pat Schnoor. Team Two went on to also win the third game 11-8.

Their opponents bounced back in the final game to score a 14-8 win after Les Williams scored two Agari's during the game.

STANTHORPE GREMLINS WATCH AND WAIT The Stanthorpe Gremlins took another step towards an appearance in the Toowoomba Rugby League Presidents Cup on June 17 when they scored a gritty 18-10 win over the Tigers at Glenholme Park on Saturday.

Toowoomba Rugby League President's Cup berth on June 17.

The Gremlins have moved to second spot in the standings on the Clive Berghofer

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Second Division ladder with 12 points but have played one game more than top ranked Gatton. Coach Gary Skimmings rates his side as a good chance of making an appearance on the TRL's major trophy day in the club's inaugural season Second Division competition.

Against the Tigers last weekend Stanthorpe kept their opponents scoreless in the first half and lead 14-nil at the halftime break.

Zac Wilmot opened the Gremlins account after just five minutes of play with a try in the corner. Halfback Regan Sullivan who has been one of Stanthorpe's best all season added another try to his impressive tally in the first half. Michael Marini extended the Gremlins lead with a try just before the half time siren.

Although winless this season the Tigers put it to the visitors in the second half.

They (Tigers) needed to score first after the break and front-rower Allan Shanks ran over his opponents to get his side back in the game.

With no time off for injury in the Second Division competition an injury to one of the South's players ate into the game time. Shortly after play resumed Regan Sullivan scored a beautiful intercept try and scooted 50 metres to score taking the Stanthorpe lead to 18-6.

An injury to another South's player halted the game with two minutes left on the clock.

The final score 18-10.

Winger Zac Wilmot was named Player's Player for Stanthorpe.

Despite their win last week the Gremlins chances of playing in the TRL Trophy round on June 17 rest with results this week as the Gremlins have a bye.

The Warwick Cowboys will do the Gremlins a big favour if they defeat the Danes in Pittsworth this round. ●

CASEY'S TIPS RAIDERS RABBITOHS SEA EAGLES ROOSTERS COWBOYS SHARKS STORM DRAGONS

AROUND THE GROUNDS WARWICK BOWLS CLUB Last Wednesday our Club's member; Greg Murphy, sponsored the bowls afternoon, and our sincere thanks to Greg for doing this. This was very much appreciated by the Club and by the 30 members attending. A wonderful afternoon of bowls was thoroughly enjoyed by members and visitors. The conditions of play were: Respot the Jack, and Winner: Biggest Winning Margin, and Runner-up: Smallest Winning Margin.

T. Pritchard, H. Gibson/J. Ruhle, E. Welsh def. R. Valentine, P. Seipelt, G. Murphy 27-16.

D. Phillips, C. Johnson, D. Christensen def. P. Owens, M. Balfour, D. Warr 21-14.

R. Bean, A. Naylor, B. Black def. B. Maunder, K. Hayes, J. Johnson 19-16.

G. Kerr, S. Valentine, M. Holder def. B. Buckel, J. McCallum, B. Christensen 19-7.

R. Smith, B. Hansen, S. Tyter def. R. Forbes, R. Tartan, P. Wagner 20-16.

The winner of the day was Gordon Kerr, Sue Valentine, and Max Holder with plus 12 score, and the runnerup was Russell Bean, Alex Naylor and Brian Black with plus 3 score.

The raffles were won by Bing Hansen, Darryl Phillips and Hewan Gibson. Chairman Max Holder thanked Greg for his sponsorship, which was acclaimed by all present. Greg thanked everyone for attending, and also the ladies who assisted in the kitchen with a beautiful afternoon tea, and hot finger food after bowls.

Result of Social bowls last Saturday: H. Gibson, K. Hayes def. L. Meiklejohn, R. Smith 22-13. T. Pritchard, B. Maunder, A. Naylor tied with K. Leake, R. Forbes, J. ruhle 14-14.

COMING EVENTS FOR JUNE: Sat. 9th: Social and S.S. Triples.

Sun. 10th: To be advised.

Wed. 13th: Jack Pot Pairs ($50), sponsored by Dominos Pizzas.

Sat. 16th: Social. freetimes.com.au

Sun. 17th: Our Club's Open Mixed Carnival 'with a difference'. Please see sheet on inside of Bowls Club's front door to nominate. PLease enter your name, and your preferred playing position so as to assist the Selectors who will be drawing teams from the appropriate bags (i.e. Skips, thirds, seconds and leads). Numbers are required for catering purposes.

Play is at 10.00am. Visitors are very welcome and can phone in on 4661 1516 on our playing days.

Names must be in by the 15th June.

Wed. 20th: Valentine's and Christensen's sponsored cash bowls afternoon.

Sat. 23rd: Social.

Wed. 27th: K.F.C. sponsored bowls.

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SOUTHERN DOWNS RIFLE CLUB 300 yards - F Class: Murray Reck 125.9 (open) Neil Sexton 121.5 (open) Dave Taylor 1185 (open) Margaret Taylor 116.1 (open) Gavin Harrower 111.1 (standard) Bruce McAllan 101.1 (standard) A good morning for shooting last Sunday with some excellent scores being recorded. Well done Murray, just missing maximum score by one point, also a good score from runner up Neil in second place. Next Sunday 10th June we will be at the 400 yard mound, sign on at 8.30am for 9.00am start, contact Margaret on 4666 1018 for details. ●

WARWICK EAST BOWLS CLUB Last Thursday the Red Rooster open triples were played. Unfortunately the cards were incomplete so no results are able to be published. Skips, please hand in your cards with your teams nominated. The winners were a team form Tannymorel and the runners-up Michael O'Leary, Margaret Wright and Ron Philps. The winners won on a count back. Saturday afternoon play results:

P. Dippelsman, B. Lee 18 v C. Lawler, J. Palmer 5.

N. Hassum, R. Tate 10 v J. Harslett, G. Brady 8.

P. Dippelsman, G. Brady 10 v C. Lawler, J. Harslett 7.

N. Hassum, J. Pamer 11 v B. Lee, R. Tate 6.

The winner was Norm Hassum, second Peter Dippelsman, third J. Palmer. The jackpot was unsuccessful.

Remember the Open Triples are on Thursday 7th June.

Please ring the Club on 4661 9050 between 10am and 11.30am to put your name down or to enter your team. Play is at 12 noon. The ladies would appreciate gifts for their Hoy and Cent Sale, Sunday 17th June. This is a club fundraiser so please support the ladies. ●

CLAY TARGET CLUB Presentation June 18 20 Target Point Score (Warmup) AA 1st: Cameron Schoenfisch 60/60, A 1st:Darcy Batterham 56/60 B 1st Tom Ham 65/66, C 1st: Mick Lawlor 47/63 City of Warwick 30T Single Barrel Championship AA 1st:Ross Bartley 29/30 AA 2nd:Mark Locke 28/30 A 1st:David Cameron 28/32 A 2nd:Jim Kennedy 27/32 B 1st:Tom Ham 28/30 B 2nd:Jarrid Bartley 26/30 C 1st:Pascale Stiller 21/30 C 2nd:Tom Blake 20/30 City of Warwick Point Score Championship AA 1st: Mark Locke 89/90 AA 2nd:Ross Bartley 88/90 A 1st:Leah Costanzo 81/90 A 2nd:David Cameron 83/93 B 1st:Jarrid Bartley 86/90 B 2nd:Tom Ham 80/90 C 1st:Will Day 67/90 C 2nd:Piscale Stiller 67/91 City of Warwick Double Barrel Championship AA: George Costanzo 39/39 AA: 2nd Phillip Keller 38/39

A:Robbie Smith 30/30 A: 2nd David Cameron 34/35 B: Vic Stiller 28/30 B: 2nd Tom Ham 26/30 C: Ben Creagh 30/30 C: 2nd Michael Grassick 25/31 ●

SOUTHERN CROSS BOWLS CLUB Congratulations Chris Sawyer and Mick Mills for defending your SDMDBA Mixed Pairs title again this year by winning 22-18 against R. and S. Allcock from Tenterfield.

Two games of triples bowls were played on Sunday, Results: V. Hemmings, C. Weier, K. Mooney def. L. Hartley, V. Gray, D. Scotney 22-16.

L. Marriott, Prickles, J. Johnson def. J. Marriott, P. Klowss, Slave 23-17.

Today Thursday 7th June our mixed social bowls will start at 12 noon as the ladies meeting will now be held after bowls. Result for social bowls last Thursday were: V. Gray, Lola/Daph def. C. Weier, Y. Reid 26-9.

C. Sawyer, B. O'Brien, Lindsay def. L. Hartley, B. Donovan, C. wickham 23-17.

T. Hagley, L. Marriott, J. Johnson def. J. McKelvie, B. Bourke, D. Busch 15-11.

This Saturday June 9th we look forward to the Four Franks Day, come along for a fun afternoon. Visitors and beginners welcome, names in by 12.30pm please, play commences at 1pm.

On Sunday 17th June the Special General Meeting commences at 11am followed by a sausage sizzle and bowls at 1pm. Our membership draw of $450.00 will be drawn during the afternoon and must be won.

Saturday 23rd June we will be a Refugee and Migrant Day. We will commencement bowls at 11.30am, lunch at 1pm and bowls again after lunch. The visitors will be bringing a dish from their country of origin for lunch so come along and share in this day. Names in by 11am please. ●

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•฀6spd฀Auto •฀Turbo฀Diesel •฀Complete฀Log฀Book ฀฀฀Service฀History •฀Great฀Condition •฀43,000kms

$27,999 Drive away

$72pwk**

$19,999 Drive away

$139pwk**

2012 great Wall V240 Single cab

•Tow฀Bar •Alloy฀Tray

$45pwk**

2014 MitSubiShi OutlanDer eS

•฀4X4 •฀Auto •฀SUV

$61pwk**

$20,999 Drive away 2012 MahinDra XuV500

•฀7฀Seats •฀Diesel •฀Leather฀Seats •฀Nudge฀Bar฀ •฀Only฀83,000kms

$9,999 Drive away 2013 MitSubiShi tritOn Single cab •฀72,000kms •฀5Spd฀Manual •฀Alloy฀Tray •฀Log฀Books •฀3฀Seater฀Bench฀ •฀Limited฀Slip฀Diff

$56pwk**

$14,999 Drive away

$98pwk**

$29,999 Drive away

$38,999 Drive away

$25,999 Drive away 2013 VW gOlf tDi highline

$144pwk**

$39,999 Drive away

$39,999 Drive away

$37,999 Drive away 2014 MitSubiShi tritOn

$155pwk**

•฀Nudge฀Bar฀ •฀Light฀Bar฀•฀Tow฀Bar฀ •฀Low฀kms฀•฀Like฀new

•฀4x4฀Diesel •฀Dual฀Cab฀ •฀Alloys฀•฀Lots฀of฀Extras •฀Including฀Eaton฀Diff฀Lock •฀Side฀Steps฀•฀1฀ONLY

$61pwk**

$15,999 Drive away 2015 Subaru Outback

•฀37,000kms •฀2.5L฀Premium

$105pwk**

$29,999 Drive away

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2015 MitSubiShi aSX

•฀Auto •฀31,000kms฀only

$72pwk**

$19,999 Drive away **Based on commercial hire purchase. Payments in arrears. 10% deposit 60 months 30% balloon. To approved applicants T & C’s apply subject to lenders credit criteria.

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Thursday, 7 June, 2018

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