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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk Jumpers and Jazz in July 2019 promised a much-needed lift in community spirits for Warwick and surrounds - and by all accounts, including my own, it certainly delivered. My congratulations go to the organisers and the countless volunteers who made this terrific festival a reality.

In weeks to come we will no doubt be able to measure the overall economic benefit to Warwick of the festival and I am sure it will be significant. Sadly, however, the reality of the worst drought since Federation continues to confront us.

I have asked the Southern Downs Regional Council to make public reports by external consultants it has commissioned to assist with developing emergency water supply plans - should towns in this region face 'day zero' - and to date the council has refused to do so, saying this material will be tabled at the August general meeting due on the 28th of this month.

Frankly, this is not good enough.

Our communities deserve more detail on what those emergency measures entail. I for one am growing tired of being 'drip-fed' information, so to speak.

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NEW RESTRICTIONS COMING SOON The Southern Downs Regional Council has announced "critical water level restrictions" of 100 litres per person per day will be introduced on Sunday 1 September "as severe drought conditions and no rainfall continue to significantly impact the region's water supplies".

In a statement released last Thursday 25 July the council said councillors voted at the July General Meeting the previous day to introduce the further restrictions at the beginning of September "to allow the community time to prepare for the change in consumption requirements ahead of potential emergency restrictions should severe drought conditions continue".

"The new restrictions will apply to all residents, including rural residents who purchase water from Southern Downs Regional Council," the statement said.

Mayor Tracy Dobie said while water consumption had dropped since extreme water restrictions came into effect in March, the prolonging drought and no rainfall have prompted the necessary move to critical water level restrictions.

"The Council has not made the decision to move to critical water level restrictions lightly," Cr Dobie said.

"As a Local Government we are responsible, first and foremost, for continuing to manage and provide water to residents who are connected to the urban water supply, and to provide support for rural resident who need to buy urban water for domestic purposes.

"Councillors are very aware of how the restrictions are impacting the liveability of residents in their homes.

"Businesses too are severely impacted and we want to work with business owners to achieve water reductions that are applicable for their business.

"There are resources available to residents to assist them manage water such as the water tank rebate and the showerhead exchange program.

"Council has also undertaken a number of initiatives to ensure water remains in the dams for as long as possible including leak detection and repairs.

"Leak detection and any necessary repairs have already been undertaken throughout Stanthorpe, Dalveen and Wallangarra. Leak contractors are currently in Warwick checking for leaks.

"Predicted run out dates for water are based on lower consumption and residential households meeting current water restrictions.

Leslie Dam from the air in April.

"Residents are encouraged to visit www. sdrc.qld.gov.au for up to date information on water supply and storage "Information is updated each Monday.

"The site also includes a water usage calculator. Ideally residents should read their meter at the same time each week to calculate and monitor their water usage."

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The Southern Downs region will move to critical level water restrictions as of 1 September 2019. · Critical level water restrictions will reduce residential water usage to 100 litres per person per day. · The new restrictions will apply to all residents, including rural residents who purchase water from Southern Downs Regional Council. · Resources are available to residents to assist them manage water usage such as the water tank rebate and the showerhead exchange program. · Residents are encouraged to visit www. sdrc.qld.gov.au for up to date information on water supply and storage. Information is updated each Monday. The site also includes a water usage calculator. Ideally residents should read their meter at the same time each week to calculate and monitor their water usage. · Council has also undertaken a number of initiatives such as leak detection and repairs to ensure that water remains in the dams for as long as possible. Leak detection and any necessary repairs have

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already been undertaken throughout Stanthorpe, Dalveen and Wallangarra.

Leak detection contractors are currently in Warwick checking for leaks.

As a local government, first and foremost, Council is responsible for providing and managing water for residents connected to the reticulated water supply.

Southern Downs Regional Council is currently working with local businesses, sporting clubs and community groups to help them reduce their water consumption and conserve water.

Under critical water restrictions, businesses will be targeted to reduce water consumption by a further 10%.

This is in addition to the 30% reduction under extreme water restrictions. To date, Warwick businesses had reduced consumption by 28% and Stanthorpe 26%.

Businesses should conduct a water audit using the online checklist at www.sdrc.qld. gov.au Everyone in the community needs to be vigilant about their water usage and take steps to significantly reduce their water consumption. The water we save now is critical to how resilient the community will be to the drought if it continues - the more water we can save now the better.

Questions regarding the water restrictions can be emailed to drought@scdr.qld.gov.au.

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As of Monday of this week, 29 July, the council's website showed dam levels as follows -

Source - SDRC. Leslie Dam - 6.22% (6609ML - SunWater level) Connolly Dam - 35.3% (765ML) Storm King Dam - 25.9% (534) Note - Leslie Dam owner SunWater includes roughly 2000ML of water below the 'dead storage' level in its official updates, ie water which cannot be accessed for urban use. ● MORE ON THE REGION'S WATER CRISIS ON PAGES 6&7 ...

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Lyn Duncan of Sky View Pastoral at Mount Sturt east of Warwick is enthusiastic about the ''Food Map'' concept. Cover photo - Tony and Anna Lomax of Carabeen Beef at ''The Falls'' above Killarney are on board with the ''Food Map'' initiative.

FIND YOUR FOOD ON THE MAP

BY JEREMY SOLLARS rimary producers from the Southern Downs and Granite Belt regions continue to prove they are an incredibly resilient lot, banding together to promote a new tool to encourage consumption of locally-grown produce.

If the adage 'from little things big things grow' runs true, the 'Southern Downs Food Map' - launched last weekend during Jumpers and Jazz in July 2019 - will be another valuable marketing strategy to keep our region's farming sector strong in the face of drought.

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by Cunningham grazier Helen Lewis of Picots Farm and its launch coincides with the appointment of a new tourism leader in the form of Peter Homan, who has recently

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Enjoy local produce - from right on our doorstep and support our local farmers as they battle drought. taken up the role of chief executive officer of Southern Queensland Country Tourism.

Helen and Peter joined forces to officially

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launch the 'Southern Downs Food Map' outside the Warwick Town Hall last Saturday 27 July during the Jumpers and Jazz 'Stroll and Swing' event down Palmerin Street.

The timing was not a coincidence - the 'Stroll and Swing' featured a number of food stalls showcasing some of the premium quality produce for which our region is renowned, allowing locals and visitors alike to sample the goods, and just as importantly to spread the word far and wide.

The 'Southern Downs Food Map' is actually three maps in one - accessed online, the maps direct consumers to local farms to visit and learn more about what they do, and where to buy and eat the results of their labour.

The project is financially backed by Condamine Headwaters Landcare and the Queensland Department of Communities and the 'food maps' already feature several

dozen locally-based producers of everything from beef, lamb, pork, eggs, honey, fruit, wine and more.

Helen Lewis is confident the concept will continue to catch on and grow organically so to speak.

"It's all about eating and shopping locally - we want people to visit a farm and learn about how their food gets to the table, and to book a table and support the locals," Helen told the Free Times.

"The project is in its early days but it's about getting the word out there.

"We hope to grow the list as time goes on and we'd really love to hear from more producers from across the region and get them involved."

Peter Homan - who's most recent post was as CEO of Outback Queensland Tourism - agreed, saying 'food tourism' is a growth sector both in Queensland and nationally.

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"A lot of people get frightened when it comes to cooking beef and they up the heat."

Another local embracing the online food tourism concept is former teacherturned-farmer Lyn Duncan, who along with husband Tony runs Sky View Pastoral at Mount Sturt east of Warwick.

The pair specialise in "farm-grown foods - horticulture, beef and lamb - as close to the farm gate as you can get".

At her stall on Palmerin Street last weekend Lyn's goodies attracted plenty of interest from passers-by, including her fresh herbs and vegies, roasting salts and fleece from her flock of Corriedale sheep, a dualpurpose 'meat-and-fleece' breed.

"We sell at lots of markets and we supply meat to Carey Brothers on Locke Street," Lyn explained.

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weather situation and are backing the 'Southern Downs Food Map' concept enthusiastically - and they're encouraging other producers to do the same.

Tony - who has a past working background as a chef and comes from a long line of cattle producers - said Carabeen had already gained business locally via the 'Food Map'.

"It's like anything new, you've got to get in on the ground floor and run with it for a while," Tony said.

"We're not fly-by-nighters, this is a longterm apprenticeship."

Anna - who confesses to being something of a "control freak" when it comes to their beef - said their food philosophy is based on the "conception to consumption" principle, acknowledging that consumers - particularly those from metro areas - are becoming increasingly interested in the processes behind the food they eat.

"We home-deliver to customers and we enjoy educating them about how our beef should be prepared and served," Anna said.

"Bazadais beef is best served mediumrare - it's a French-style beef and it has a low fat melting point.

"We tell people it needs to be cooked as

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"Food tourism is about giving people a 'taste of place', and a 'sense of place'," Peter said.

"Eating local is knowing the farm where your food comes from, eating in cafes and restaurants supplied by those farms and buying products made with a majority of Southern Downs and Granite Belt produce."

A focus on quality ...

Among the locals who gave Jumpers and Jazz festival-goers a taste of their best last weekend were Tony and Anna Lomax of Carabeen Beef at 'The Falls' district on the range above Killarney, or 'God's Country', as they like to call it.

The couple produce premium-quality beef from their Bazadais and Angus cattle and sell direct to customers, with their cattle processed by a small specialist abattoir at Highchester near Beaudesert, and they carefully control all aspects of their operation to ensure the best end result.

They are fortunate to run their cattle on country which traditionally enjoys higher rainfall and water-wise they are getting by, at least for the time being, with their springs mostly holding up.

But they are realistic about the current

Check out the food maps online - and if you're a producer, get involved.

The 'Southern Downs Food Map' has been "created by farmers on the Southern Downs for foodies, travellers, chefs and anyone else wanting to source local food", and the maps are available for free download.

The Southern Downs' abundant produce easily creates a threecourse meal - with a selection of meat, fruit, vegies, olives, cheese, preserves and condiments - fill your dinner plate and share with your friends.

Experience the "trip along Route 15 between Warwick and Stanthorpe" and eat local produce from "Allora to the north, Wallangarra to the south, Killarney to the east and Karara to the west, and everywhere in between".

Growers in this region supply major retailers and contribute to employment opportunities - and are major contributors to the Southern Downs agricultural sector, valued at more than $250 million per annum.

The food maps include key information to make it easy for travellers to contact farmers, make a booking or book a tour · 'Farmers and Products' producers who sell direct to customers 'Farm to Fork' at markets, online and deliver, and/ or are available in local retail outlets in the Southern Downs and beyond · 'Visit the Farm' - great farms that either are open for tours, shows or seasonal farm walks · 'Shop and Eat Local' - Onfarm shops and cafes with a majority of local produce in their products, or on their menus · Future events are planned, including a 'Farmer/Chef date night' and producer dinners with talks from farmers. · To find out more and to subscribe for free to the newsletters visit southerndownsfoodmap.com. au and contact Helen Lewis on 0418 785 285, or via email at helen@picotsfarm.com.au

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Coolmunda Dam has been ruled out as an emergency water source for Stanthorpe. The dam is pictured here from the air in late July.

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OUR WATER CRISIS

BY JEREMY SOLLARS he Southern Downs Regional Council has ruled out sourcing emergency urban water supplies for Stanthorpe from Coolmunda Dam at Inglewood, with Stanthorpe forecast to run out of water

by January next year at the latest in the absence of significant rainfall.

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The council earlier this year foreshadowed sourcing water for Stanthorpe from Coolmunda Dam as one of a range of emergency options but appears to have conceded this is no longer an option, with Coolmunda at just under 7% of capacity as of Monday of this week, according to owner SunWater.

As reported last week the Free Times asked the council to release reports

compiled by external consultants on the region's water crisis, with the council refusing to do so and advising those reports will be tabled at the August council meeting on Wednesday 28 August.

The council also refused to make public the cost to ratepayers of engaging these consultants.

The reports - by engineering firms GHD and Bligh Tanner - are understood to

outline a range of emergency water supply options for both Warwick and Stanthorpe, in the event of a 'day zero' scenario, with Warwick forecast by the council to run dry in December 2020.

Instead, the council last week - and this week - referred the Free Times to its weekly online water update.

As of last Monday 29 July emergency water options were listed as follows -

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Stanthorpe emergency supply - possible options for carting water from Warwick: · Transfer of raw water and treat at Stanthorpe Water Treatment Plant · Transfer of treated water from Warwick Water Treatment Plant directly into Stanthorpe network · Water may be sourced from both Leslie and Connolly Dams · Water may be sourced from bores if suitable yield and quality · Temporary storage facilities will be required Warwick emergency supply · Supplementary water may be sourced from bores · New bores · Reviewing Allora bores for suitability · Investigating viability of existing public and private bores · Transfer of water will require - temporary storage facilities and additional infrastructure; portable water treatment plants may be used to treat the water; design and construction of infrastructure for tinkering Mayor Tracy Dobie last month told the media sourcing water from outside the region - such as from Toowoomba - could cost ratepayers as much as $1.5 million a month.

Cr Dobie said she was confident emergency water supply costs will be met by the state and federal governments, both of which have stopped short of declaring the current drought on the Southern Downs and Granite Belt a natural disaster.

The mayor has said an emergency water levy on all ratepayers would be "a last resort", but such a levy if introduced - and

having already been issued to households across the region, based on extra water meter readings.

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Stanthorpe and Granite Belt Chamber of Commerce executive committee members (from left) - Graham Parker, Josh Cavallaro, Nathan Colyer, Tim Carnell, Bill James, Dany Tjan, Scott Bradburn and Amanda Harrold.

Picture: SUPPLIED it could be brought in anytime this financial year - would see owners of a standard residential home with a 20mm town water connection in Warwick, Stanthorpe, Allora, Yangan, Killarney and Wallangarra hit with a $455.60 charge, while those in Dalveen, Leyburn and Pratten would pay $387.30.

Sourcing water from Toowoomba has not been ruled out, with Toowoomba now accessing water from Wivenhoe Dam via a $187 million pipeline completed in 2010.

Such water could potentially be transported by road or rail or by means of additional pipeline infrastructure, potentially from Clifton.

The council issued tenders for carting water both within and from outside the region and these closed last Thursday 25 July. A council spokeswoman said on Monday of this week that "evaluation" of those tenders was "yet to be scheduled".

The council has warned that any residential property found to be consuming more than 800 litres of water per day could be liable for a $399, with around 25 fines

The Queensland Country Women's Association late last month received $1 million in drought assistance from the federal government to be distributed to drought-affected primary producers and small businesses through its 'Public Rural Crisis Fund'.

Funds are available up to $3000 for food, motor vehicle expenses such as registration, electricity, rates, telephone, dental and medical and school fees. Criteria apply and no payments will be made directly into personal accounts - the QCWA will pay bills directly.

To obtain an application form visit the QCWA tea rooms on Grafton Street in Warwick (next to Crisps Coaches) or call the QCWA state office on (07) 3026 1220.

CHAMBER UPDATE The Stanthorpe and Granite Belt Chamber of Commerce updated its members on the impact of the drought on Granite Belt businesses, at a dinner meeting held last night, Wednesday 31 July.

In a statement the Chamber said the business community "braces for a tough summer ahead with no sight of rain on the radars and the move to increase water restrictions to critical".

"A survey recently conducted by the Granite Belt Growers Association revealed an estimated reduction in wages and local expenditure of over $100M from the sector for the 2019/20 season due to drought and irrigation water shortages,"

the statement said.

President of the Granite Belt Growers Association Angus Ferrier said "as primary producers we are very conscious of the flow-on effects this drought will have on the people and businesses in our community".

Chamber president Bill James said with "no sign of rain on our long range forecasts the flow on effects to local businesses, most of which are mum and dad operations, will be devastating".

"The Chamber has sought feedback from its members who have reported figures are already down," Mr James said.

"Feedback received included businesses providing essential services with estimates of 20% reductions and business with nonessential services as high as 50% "As conditions and the economy worsen, confidence in the Granite Belt and the desire for future investment in the region will suffer.

"A major infrastructure project, like Emu Swamp Dam would be the first step in lifting community confidence and encourage businesses to keep going."

Secretary Amanda Harrold said the Chamber "is also working with CCIQ and State Development to help identify and implement strategies which will help businesses through these difficult times".

"One of the strategies which has been identified is a targeting media campaign to entice visitors to still come to the region," she said.

"It is vital that we get the message out there that although we are facing critical water restrictions our town is still open for business." ●

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Leave behind the social isolation that comes from living in a community where your neighbours’ lives are overflowing with work and family commitments and no time for friendly conversation.

Oak Tree Retirement Village Warwick presents an opportunity to step away from the ‘old’ and into the ‘new’.

Exchange that for a new community that is abundant with like-minded friends whose interests and hobbies align with yours. Oak Tree Retirement Village Warwick includes a Village Centre, bowling green and swimming pool and therefore many new opportunities to enrich your everyday life with conversation and recreation.

Leave behind the demands of your old home, with its heavy burden of home and garden maintenance and the worry of how you’ll manage if your health changes.

Exchange it for a new life in a never-before-livedin single-level villa. The latest stage of Oak Tree Retirement Village Warwick includes 6 villas, with a mix of two and three-bedroom designs available.

Only 59 villas will be built in total.

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INTERACTIVE DAY Glennie Heights State School will hold a Prep Open Day for prospective students and their families on Tuesday 13 August from 10am to 11am. Located on Gillam Street, Glennie Heights SS provides an excellent opportunity to access a positive, balanced learning environment for children.

Glennie Heights SS has wonderful Prep classroom facilities with the added benefit of a full-time Prep teacher aide to assist the students and teacher. There's also regular interaction with the onsite Glennie Heights Kindy.

The school has dedicated teaching staff, many of whom have long-term links to our community, and expansive grounds and facilities including air-conditioned rooms, two ovals, a covered tennis/ netball court, modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards, technology lab, performing arts hall, a library and several fixed playground areas that cater for all age

groups. Every classroom has a mixture of desktop computers, laptops and iPads.

The P-2 learning area includes professionally designed play equipment and a wonderful sandpit that assist students in developing their fine and gross motor skills.

Being the smallest state school in the Warwick city zone - 170 students - Glennie Heights SS prides itself on developing an inclusive culture where all staff are aware of the many needs of each child.

The school has 'Program Achieve' - a school-wide 'health and wellbeing framework' that scaffolds everything they do. Also known as 'You Can Do It', this framework has five keys to success (Confidence, Emotional Resilience, Persistence, Organisation and Getting Along) with all students accessing regular lessons on how to develop these keys in their daily lives. â—?

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FOR MUCH MORE THAN AUTO PARTS M&D Auto Parts is a family-owned and run business, known and trusted throughout the Granite Belt and surrounding regions since opening in 1985.

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"Dog owners will be very happy to have a safe and secure place to let their dogs run and mingle with other canines.

"This is also a great environment for dog owners to catch up with friends and enjoy our region's great outdoors.

"Dog owners are reminded to ensure their dogs are not a nuisance to other dogs and dog owners, and to dispose of droppings in the bins provided when visiting the park.

"Always pick up after your dog, and remember to bag it and bin it.

"You'll find free waste bags at the park."

There are 4537 registered dogs in the Southern Downs. The off-leash park is similar to the one in Warwick's Queens Park (near the riverside fitness equipment) and both cost $35,000 to construct.

The Southern Downs Regional Council last week "un-leashed the dogs and canine fun at the official opening of recent upgrades to the Stanthorpe offleash dog park on Connor Street".

In a statement the council said the 240m enclosure includes 1.2m high fencing and facilities such as picnic tables, park benches, and dog waste bins and bags.

Councillor for Transport, Infrastructure and Utilities Marika McNichol said she had been a strong advocate for the upgrades over the years and was pleased to see the final result of works to the off-leash dog park in Stanthorpe.

"The off-leash dog park is a social and exercise space for both dogs and their owners," Cr McNichol said.

M&D Auto Parts salesman Shane Henrickson knows all things welding. recently undertaken to obtain feedback from locals on ways in which parking could be improved. A lack of disability parking has been one issue raised.

INDUSTRY "AWARE" Take your pooch off the leash at Stanthorpe's new dog park.

PARKING REPORT A report on parking in the Stanthorpe Central Business District (CBD) is due to be presented to the August meeting of the Southern Downs Regional Council on Wednesday 28 August at the Warwick council chambers. The council has conducted a "duration and stay" traffic study of the CBD to determine where people are parking and why but has ruled out paid parking. A survey was

Industry is aware of the problems of worker exploitation as discussed in a National Union of Workers (NUW) report, 'Speak Out' released last month, Growcom says.

"Growcom has long held a zero tolerance stance on worker exploitation and unethical business practices," David Thomson, CEO of Growcom said.

"Through the Fair Work Ombudsman's Harvest Trail Inquiry and other recent workforce surveys, we're aware that there is a problem with labour compliance in our industry."

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THE PHYSIOTHERAPY CENTRE EXPANDS TEAM, SERVICES This class is available free of charge for eligible clients.

People who may be eligible include those suffering from high blood pressure, physical inactivity, type 2 diabetes, obesity, arthritis or chronic pain.

See our website for more information www.thephysiocentre.com.au.

Coinciding with these exciting initiatives, The Physiotherapy Centre has been thrilled to welcome Charlene Naumann to our

growing Allied Health team. Charlene is a physiotherapist who has been working in our Stanthorpe clinic based at My Family Medical on 48 Marsh Street for more than six months now, and is excited at the opportunity to support the Stanthorpe community in achieving great health outcomes.

In addition to her keen interest in all areas of musculoskeletal physiotherapy, Charlene has a specific interest in

physiotherapy for neurological conditions and balance disorders.

She loves living in a regional area and enjoys the opportunity to work with a wide variety of patients of all ages.

Charlene has a 'hands-on' approach to physiotherapy treatment and enjoys working with people to create and achieve their health goals.

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NEWS GOT A STORY? Do you have a local story we need to tell? Call Southern Free Times editor Jeremy Sollars for a confidential chat on 0427 090 818. Protection of sources is guaranteed.

And remember - the Southern Free Times' office has moved - we are now located at 94 Palmerin Street, next to Wade Real Estate. Our phone number remains the same, 4661 9800, as do our opening hours of 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

GOLD CUP 2019 Warwick master craftsman Trevor Young has given Free Times readers a sneak peek at this year's 'Melbourne Cup of Campdrafting' - the 2019 Warwick Gold Cup. Trevor had the Cup on display at the Jumpers and Jazz in July 'Picnic in the Park' in Leslie Park last Sunday 28 July as part of the Warwick Woodcrafters stall.

He's been the maker of every Warwick Gold Cup since 1992 and this year's campdrafting 'Holy Grail' took him around three months to complete, including the engraving by hand of the inscriptions.

This year's Cup is set atop a base made of local rosewood and will be

Trevor Young with the 2019 Warwick Gold Cup. presented to this year's winner following the Warwick Gold Cup finals at the 2019 Warwick Rodeo and Campdraft on the last weekend in October.

BRIDGE WORKS HIT

said contractors have begun works on both approaches to the existing bridge structure.

"These works will continue to affect traffic flow in the area from the week commencing 29 July 2019 until project completion in December 2019," the statement said.

"Due to restricted lane and traffic control conditions, significant delays will be experienced by road users.

"Affected local residents will still have access to and from their properties and will need to obey the direction of traffic controllers, workers and signage.

"Council apologises for any inconvenience and appreciates the co-operation of road users and local residents during this period."

The new two-lane bridge will replace the original single-lane bridge, with the work being done by Ipswich-based contractor CPM Group at a cost of $1.96 million.

For more information contact Southern Downs Regional Council, Phone on 1300 697 372.

PROBUS DOES LUNCH

The Southern Downs Regional Council says traffic flow is expected to be interrupted as road works continue on the new Palmer Bridge on Freestone Road north of Warwick.

In a statement this week the council

More than 200 Probus Club members from the Warwick, Stanthorpe and Beaudesert areas enjoyed a combined lunch event at the Warwick RSL Memorial Club last Thursday 25 July.

Stanthorpe Probus members (from left) Eddie and Mary Zanatta and Judi and Mal Pidgeon at last week’s combined luncheon event at the Warwick RSL Memorial Club.

Picture: JEREMY SOLLARS As well as a sumptuous meal catered by the RSL Probus members enjoyed live music and a talk by guest speaker Les Fraser on the 2019 Adina Polocrosse World Cup at Warwick's Morgan Park earlier this year, and by Brad Hutchings of Savina Lane Wines at Severnlea on the challenges of winemaking in a cool climate.

Probus clubs provide retirees and semi-retired people with social interaction and a wide range of regular activities including social functions with guest speakers, to progress "healthy minds and active bodies".

For more information on the benefits of joining Probus contact Doug Scott on 4661 5046 and visit www.probusonline. org

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NEWS ROLE VACANT The Southern Downs Regional Council's Manager of Economic Development and Tourism Scott Templeman has left his role with the council. A spokeswoman last week said Mr Templeman's threeyear contract with the council had "expired" and the role "will be replaced and Council will begin the recruitment process shortly".

SENIORS WEEK The region's seniors are set to shine when Southern Downs Regional Council's Seniors Week 2019 activities swing into action from Saturday 17 August.

Young and old will come to together to take part in a number of events and activities to celebrate the young at heart and the Southern Downs as a region for all ages.

Queensland Seniors Week 2019 will be celebrated from 17-25 August and is an opportunity for Queenslanders of all ages to join together and celebrate the valuable contributions of older people.

Check out the full Seniors Week Calendar of Events at sdrc.qld.gov.au or at Council's Community Contact Centres and Libraries.

DAFFODIL DAY Cancer Council Queensland's Warwick Volunteer Branch is getting ready to turn the streets of Warwick yellow to raise funds for vital cancer research.

Helping to turn Warwick yellow in support of Daffodil Day, Warwick volunteers will be selling fresh daffodils at a variety of locations.

Find a sea of yellow daffodils and pins at Warwick Betta Home Living, Coopers Menswear, Bunnings Warehouse, Steele's Bakery Cafe and Rose City Shopping World on Friday 23 August.

Warwick's Cancer Council branch is among south west Queensland's top fundraisers, winning the Regional CancerFREE Challenge awards in 2016 and 2018.

The CancerFREE Challenge was an initiative that rewarded the top

fundraisers in the state, by inviting them to fundraise and compete for the rights to name a research grant.

Daffodil Day Appeal celebrates 33 years of growing hope across the state for the 27,000 Queenslanders diagnosed with cancer annually.

"All funds raised through Daffodil Day this year will support our cuttingedge, lifesaving research that will bring a cancer free future closer," Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan said.

"Over the past 20 years, five-year survival rates in Queensland have increased to 70 per cent as a result of improvements in cancer treatment, prevention and screening," Chris said.

"While cancer research has made some extraordinary breakthroughs over the years, there are still cancers with low survival rates and limited treatment options that need more funding.

"With your support on Daffodil Day, we can raise funds to save many more lives."

There are many ways to support the

Daffodil Day Appeal - volunteer your time, get your school or workplace involved; donate online, or buy a daffodil pin or fresh daffodils.

To get involved or to find out more information visit www.daffodilday.com.au or call 1300 65 65 85.

SCHOOLS FUNDING New equipment, building and support projects are on the cards for Maranoa schools with the Federal Government making up to $200,000 available to benefit local kids' learning experiences, Maranoa MP David Littleproud announced last week.

"The Local Schools Community Fund will offer a series of grants ranging between $1000 and $20,000 to contribute to a variety of school projects or associated costs across Maranoa," Mr Littleproud said.

To find out how to apply visit schools. education.gov.au or call Mr Littleproud's Warwick office on 4661 2494.

Applications close on Monday 30 September 2019.

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SOLAR FARM ‘DELIVERING ON JOBS’

BY JEREMY SOLLARS The Southern Downs Regional Council is spruiking the benefits of the University of Queensland's solar farm project currently disfiguring the Sladevale district just north of Warwick.

Work on installing some 300,000 solar panels on farming land bounded

by Freestone, Gleeson and Jensens Roads continues apace, following the council's approval of the project just over 12 months ago.

The council released a statement late last month saying the $125 million project is "delivering promised jobs to the region and boosting local business and industry".

"More than 40 jobs had been generated for locally-based workers and 10 local businesses in the region were engaged in contracted work on the project which began in early 2019," the council statement said.

Councillor for Economic Development, Regional Promotion and Tourism Rod Kelly said local industry and job seekers are "reaping the benefits associated with the construction of the solar farm".

"It is pleasing to see the positive impact of this huge $125m project on our economy," Cr Kelly said.

"It is bringing job opportunities to the region and is a major boost to local business and industry.

"The 154 hectare project has generated more than 40 jobs for locally-based workers across a range of trades including truck drivers, bus drivers, cleaners, general labourers, survey assistants and plant operators.

"A number of local industries have also benefited including construction, waste management, electrical supplies, cleaning services, furniture rental, fuel, crane rental, security services and ground maintenance."

Cr Kelly said the project also had a "positive flow on effect" to other industries in the region such real estate and retail.

"There are a number of employees working on the project who have temporarily relocated to Warwick for the project duration," Cr Kelly said.

"These people are renting Warwick properties and spending their money locally on food, beverages and recreation.

"The solar farm is expected to be completed and generating energy by early 2020."

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The Free Times this week forwarded a number of questions to the University of Queensland (UQ) which does not yet have in place an 'Electricity Generation Authority' to enable it to feed power from the solar farm into the Ergon Energy grid.

UQ maintains the power generated from the solar farm - which theoretically would be fed into the Ergon grid for general use across its Queensland electricity network - would offset its entire power use on its St Lucia campus in Brisbane.

The Queensland Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy is responsible for approving an 'Electricity Generation Authority' for the solar farm, with public submissions for and against closing next Saturday 10 August (for information visit www.dnrme.qld.gov.au and type 'Solar Farm' in the search field).

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Sections of solar panels already in place.

Solar panels for the University of Queensland's Sladevale solar farm are made in China by Trina Solar.

The council and UQ are spruiking the local benefits of the Sladevale solar farm. recycled water transported to the site (and if so how is it being transported), or other sources of water?

A: My understanding is that a combination of bore water and recycled water are being used for essential construction activities such as dust suppression and trench compaction. Bore water is being sourced from existing bores on site in line with relevant approvals from DNRME that were updated when Lendlease took site possession. Local business Enwaste has been engaged to provide recycled water carting (amongst other) services.

Q: Employees - can UQ advise how

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many local people (ie from the Southern Downs Regional Council area) are directly employed as part of the construction phase?

A: I don't have current numbers at hand but as of June it was over 40. Recruitment and workforce ramp up remains ongoing so I would expect this number has increased further since this time.

Q: Solar panel components - can UQ advise a) where the solar panels have been manufactured ie in Australia or overseas and b) what guarantee timeframe is applied to them by the manufacturer, and what will be the process for disposal of any panels which fail during operation of the solar farm?

A: The PV modules for the Warwick Solar Farm are being supplied by Trina Solar, whose manufacturing operations are predominantly based in China, as are all major PV module suppliers. Unfortunately no large scale manufacturing of PV modules happens in Australia. Full warranty details are publically accessible from Trina Solar's website, but in summary they guarantee performance for 25 years. It is intended that wherever possible any modules that require replacement during operations will be recycled appropriately. ●

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BY JEREMY SOLLARS Goomburra Valley and surrounding landowners are being urged to "lock the gate" to mining interests with a Chinese conglomerate still looking at options for open-cut coal mining and gas extraction in the prime farming district.

Chinese-owned Kaili Resources has a current coal exploration permit granted by the Queensland Government which covers a huge swathe of the Valley and surrounding areas including Allora, Berat, Forest Springs, Clintonvale and Mount Marshall.

While the company is yet to commence significant exploration activities it appears to be keeping its options open, with the current exploration permit, EPC 1506, due for renewal in May 2020 - and locals are being warned to stay vigilant.

A report from Kaili Resources to the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) from March this year - for the first quarter of 2019 - states EPC 1506 is "held 100% by (Kaili's) wholly-owned subsidiary APEC Coal Pty Ltd" and is "strategically located in the Clarence Moreton Basin, 222km from the Port of Brisbane".

"The Project is adjacent to the New England Highway which connects the project area with Toowoomba for a distance of 77km and from there the heavy haulage rail system can transport coal for export through the Port of Brisbane for 145km," the ASX report states.

"During the quarter Kaili reviewed

Lock the gate: The New Acland coal mine near Oakey. Chinese-owned Kaili Resources retains a current permit for open-cut coal and gas exploration extraction in the Goomburra Valley and surrounding farming districts.

Picture: FILE IMAGE exploration to date with a view to expanding the current resource base into the exploration target areas."

Other ASX documents state the EPC 1506 permit area potentially has a "compliant resource of 97 million tonnes" of coal.

The Free Times has sought comment numerous times in recent weeks from Kaili Resources - including from their consulting geologist Mark Berriman - and none has been received.

Mr Berriman last spoke to the Free Times in November 2017 following preliminary drilling in the permit area and said the drilling had shown coal deposits in the Goomburra Valley were suitable for "power station use".

But he said it could be "years" before it was found to be "commercially viable", and that landowners whose properties had been

explored at that time had been "happy" with the process.

"What Kaili has is a permit to conduct exploratory drilling, it's not a licence to start mining coal," Mr Berriman said in 2017. "(The) test holes were converted into water bores, which is a win-win for everyone," he said.

"Landholders will be kept firmly in the loop about any future exploration, and well and truly informed."

social and environmental damage.

"The community is not against the mining industry but rather against mining prime agricultural land close to a national park.

"Kaili Resources are currently exploring for coal under the licence EPC1506.

"APEC Coal are a 100% owned subsidiary of Kaili Resources.

"The most recent March Quarterly report uploaded to the ASX by Kaili resources documents their intentions to mine ISG (In Situ Gas) and open cut coal.

"This would have devastating consequences to the valley.

"Previously residents were told by APEC coal that they intended to mine for coal using underground methods.

"With 10 months remaining local residents are being vigilant and are standing together to turn away APEC Coal so that no further exploration can occur.

"In 2017 local residents put forward a petition with 697 signatures to request that the state government end the exploration lease.

"Despite this petition the government decided to renew the lease.

"In May 2020 this lease will be up for renewal again. Local residents would again like to send a clear message that the Goomburra Valley needs to be protected from mining and the leases need to end to give certainty back to the local community." · Follow this issue on Facebook on the 'Guardians of Goomburra" page and see more updates in the Free Times ... ●

‘BE VIGILANT’ A spokeswoman for the community group 'Guardians of Goomburra' provided the following statement to the Free Times this week "It is widely recognised that the Goomburra Valley contributes to Queensland's economic prosperity," the spokeswoman said.

"We are currently in severe drought but in a usual season the soil, climate and landscape features in the Valley are very productive with a diverse range of cropping and livestock industries.

"There is also a large tourism industry which attracts hordes of visitors to the region for scenic drives, walks in the national park and camping.

"These compatible industries could provide food, clean water and recreation for generations to come.

"A coal mine will destroy local enterprises, take away local jobs and cause unwanted

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NATIVE PLANTS HAVE WIDE TASTES I've recently had reason to find out some information on the uses and types of edible Australian native plants.

I've known of a number of them over the years but never had need to source them for use in cooking until recently - lemon myrtle, pepper berry, wattle seed, quandongs, finger limes, kakadu plums, macadamia nuts and the list goes on!

Quondongs I have picked and made into jam and would love to be able to have access to a supply of them when they are in season. They are really a lovely flavour and my special treat to me for many years at the Sydney Royal Show was a Quandong icecream - delightful! At the moment I have a jar of quandong glaze in my pantry ready to use for a special occasion.

Lemon Myrtle infused olive oil is something I have used on special occasions but have not at this stage used wattle seeds.

Finger limes I have growing in a pot but as yet I have not had any fruit from the tree. I have had these delightful little balls of flavour used as a garnish on a lime flavoured pannacotta. It is a shrub I would recommend to anyone interested in something a little different and who doesn't mind spikes - it is very thorny!

On researching the Lemon Myrtle tree (Backhousia citriodora) it was suggested that it is an ideal small tree to plant in a medium-sized garden and can be kept to a good size with regular pruning. It was also suggested that it is suitable for growing in a large pot and as it is subject to frost damage,

Go native for that Aussie flavour... that is possibly the best way to grow it in our area. You could then shift it to a protected spot for the winter. The flavour is quite strongly lemon and flavours things well.

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As they take about 10 years to bear fruit commercially their use has been limited but they can be grafted and the grafted tree will bear after 3 years. If you can find a grafted one to grow treat it as you would a normal citrus, grow it in full sun, keep it moist but don't over water, and don't prune it for the first 5 years. It is the only citrus that is a xerophyte which means that it can lose all its leaves in a dry time and live through the green on its stems - isn't nature wonderful!

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WILL PREPARATION END IN ASHES? After what seems months of preparation and important training, I feel that I am well prepared for the coming weeks of Ashes cricket.

Now finely tuned to the cricket time slot after following the World Cup Cricket games; Wimbledon; the Netball, the Southern Stars, Tour de France and perhaps there was game of marbles on somewhere in the world at 2.00 am or did I dream that.

Anyway, I have tapered my training for the Ashes by following the recent success of the Southern Stars. Only now after I have put all of those hours of intense training behind me has VB released a VB tea to keep me alert and on the go in the wee hours when a frothy VB is not an appropriate beverage. Thank goodness can't stand that English Breakfast and my wife's green tea is akin to drinking stale plant water.

The Southern Stars have set a high bench mark for their male counterparts.

Ellsye Perry has proved to be an absolute superstar in a star-studded line up. On Sunday, Perry became the first player (male or female) to score 1000 runs and take 100 wickets in T20 Internationals.

Take a moment to take in that stat; it is remarkable.

She also claimed her fourth Player of the Match. On each occasion, Perry has been rewarded with a magnum of champagne. She's now carrying quite a collection with her. It's going to be quite a party when she cracks them open in England if not, she could have an excess baggage issue on her way home.

So now it's down to the men. This Ashes series seems to have taken an age to arrive. Cam Bancroft completes the cycle, selected to return to the flock and now all three Sandpaper Gate conspirators are out of the naughty corner. Hopefully now we can put Sandpaper gate behind us and focus on retaining that precious little Urn. The Australian team looks well prepared. Steve Waugh has joined the party in a mentoring role alongside Coach Justin Langer and Ricky Ponting.

If all else fails maybe we can call on the coaching staff to don the whites and come out of retirement. Hopefully that won't be necessary.

Now it's VB tea with milk and sugar.

- Casey 100 YEARS IN THE MAKING This weekend is special for anyone who has ever pulled on a football jersey in Stanthorpe as Stanthorpe Rugby League celebrates its 100-year milestone.

The world and rugby league has seen much change since a footy was first kicked in Stanthorpe but through highs and lows the game continues and thrives.

On Saturday, the now Stanthorpe Gremlins will proudly don commemorative jerseys for their Sullivan Oval clash against Toowoomba Valleys. There is sure to be a big crowd urging them on with ex players travelling from far and wide to celebrate.

Although the Gremlins have not played since early July thanks to the TRL draw, Coach Megsie Irwin is expecting nothing less than a win from his boys on such an important occasion.

There will be plenty of action prior to the main game with junior games from 9.00am.

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The full day of action at Sullivan Oval will be followed by an evening event at the Stanthorpe Civic Centre commencing at 7.00pm.

There is an air of anticipation surrounding the announcement of the "Stanthorpe Team of the Century" - a near impossible job for those tasked with the selection.

The 100th Anniversary book will also be launched. Tickets ($20) are still available from several outlets including Crisp Real Estate, Gracious Giving and Pink Poppies and limited tickets will be available at the door.

The full set of commemorative jerseys worn on Saturday will be freshly dry cleaned between game time and kick off at the Civic Centre and will be auctioned during the evening.

Finger food and nibbles are included in the ticket price and a bar will be operating to help lubricate the tonsils as much reminiscing will be done. There are sure to be plenty of flick passes, long range tries, impossible conversions and tall tales shared as players from across the eras come together to celebrate. There will also be a chance to pause and remember those who have passed on but helped mould the legacy of a mighty fine club.

Joining the players and supporters will be special guests Rob Moore (QRL CEO); Danny Maguire (Chairman, Central District); former Australian, Queensland and Gremlins player Mick Hancock. The evening will be MC'D by former Brisbane referee and Courier Mail Sports Journalist Bernie Pramberg who is no stranger to the gig.

WHERE DID THAT GREMLIN COME FROM For those who have pondered the Origin of the Gremlin - it was birthed by Stanthorpe Coach Marty Driscoll back in late 1973.

Driscoll who came from Canterbury to coach the Gremlins was no fan of the then jersey with an Apple Logo. Flicking through a book containing logos and badges at Scolora's sport's store Driscoll happened upon the Gremlin.

It took his eye and he approached Club Secretary Neil Crisp and Chairman Frank Day and so the Gremlin was born.

The Gremlin has more than a passing resemblance to a Bulldog in a strange way which may have had something to do with Driscoll's choice given his previous association with Canterbury. When the greatest Bulldog of all, Peter "Bull Frog" Moore heard of the Gremlin, he arranged for Canterbury to donate a set of new jerseys to the Stanthorpe club bearing the Gremlin logo. - These were worn for the first time in 1974. Up the Mighty Gremlin.

EXPERIENCE ON THE COURT Association Croquet players enjoyed good conditions for Tuesday's games and no shortage of experience on display as Heather Widderick and Andrea Denkewitz played Carol Verwey and Jenny Tunbridge.

Andrea had one break of two hoops and Heather a 'peel. However, it was Verwey and Tunbridge who scored a 26-15 win.

Tunbridge played making two peels and a break of three while her playing partner made some good long roquets. Effey Russell and Peter Tunbridge went head to head in a close game that resulted in a 16-15 win to Russell.

END OF AN INNINGS On Monday came news that Queensland

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Wattles ''Railway Hotel, Allora'' A Grade side after defeating the Pittsworth Danes 58 - 6 on Saturday night at Club Pittsworth, retaining the Ann Phipps Memorial Shield. cricket had lost one of its best ever - the original Salmmin' Sam - Sam Trimble who passed away aged 84 years young.

The veteran opener has been remembered as the only player selected in Queensland Cricket's "Team of the 20th Century" who never played Test cricket.

Trimble was named 12th man for the first Test against the West Indies in Jamaica in 1965 and captained an Australia Second XI to New Zealand in 1969, making a double century.

Trimble played in an era when Queenslanders were a little on the nose with southern selectors. Adding to his predicament the incumbent Australian openers had just a little bit of talent- Bill Lawry and Bob Simpson. Bit hard to break up that partnership.

Trimble who played for Queensland until he was 41 had an impressive record for Queensland. 9465 runs at 40.80 from 133 games - a record eclipsed year's later by Stuart Law and Martin Love.

Sam looked certain on several occasions to win that elusive Sheffield Shield for Queensland and although that honour eluded him there was none prouder when Queensland finally hoisted the Shield at the end of the 1994/95 season.

Trimble although born in Booyong near Lismore, Northern NSW, was looked upon as a true Queensland and remained a steadfast supporter of cricket in this state in his post-playing days. He was a coach; senior selector; mentor, curator at South's and a delegate and life member who retained a keen interest in Queensland Cricket.

Trimble's coaching camps at the Gabba, which continued for decades after his retirement, were legendary and innovative. He helped to mould future stars and including a chubby nine-year from Kingaroy, Matt Hayden.

I had the pleasure of knowing Sam and fondly recall one his trips to Stanthorpe as a member of a visiting Brisbane cricket side.

After a long day of cricket Sam accepted an invitation to the Summit Bowls Club cabaret. Sam never forgot his night at the Summit. He had a ball, terrorised the cabaret and although the details may have

been a bit hazy, he never forgot what a great night he had at the Summit.

In recent years, I have been privileged to watch many a summer Test in his company and I know he will be sorely missed by many including members of the Brisbane Wanderers Cricket Club.

Cricket has lost another of its special characters - gone to that big Oval in the sky.

CONDITIONS GOOD Golf Croquet was played in almost perfect conditions last Wednesday. In the first round Bev Sullivan Di Wren and Shirley Page had a 13-9 win when they played Liz Ellway, Marion Castles and Kathy Hopgood.

Di Wren played well and top scored with five hoops while Liz Elway scored a 'holein-one'. In the second round the deck chairs were shuffled and, Liz Elway, Di Wren and Kathy Hopgood had a 7-5 win against opponents Shirley Page, Marion Castles and Bev Sullivan. Kathy Hopgood helped her team to the win top scoring with four hoops.

LOCKING IN A SPORTERS WIN Marg Locke clocked up a win for the Ladies at Sunday Sporters. Locke finished the round ahead of runner up Matt Waterworth who also returned the best gross score and added the Pin Shot at the 12th to his overall tally for the morning. Ivan Jurris and Norm Steele figured in the rundowns and Ivan also snuck away with a Meat Tray.

Ray Thorn claimed the Pro Pin Shot on the 12th but there were no takers for the Pin Shot at the 17th. Phil Zikan slipped off with the final meat tray.

Sporters meet again this Sunday for more of the same with tee off at the usual winter time of 8.00-8.30am.

ENTHUSIASTIC GROUP Ricochet Croquet is played on Thursday mornings in Stanthorpe and a small but enthusiastic were on court last week.

Andrea Denkewitz and John Draper played an entertaining singles game. It was Andrea who got the bikkies. After scoring a break of three hoops in a row she went on to post a 26-17 win. Carol Verwey played a solo hand against Peter and Jenny Tunbridge. Verwey was in good touch making a break of four hoops in row and she went on to win the game 26 - 23. freetimes.com.au

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The Sam Trimble Oval - A well manicured cricket Oval in Trimble's home town of Booyong in Northern NSW is a tribute to the little town's favourite son.

Sam Trimble pictured at the Queensland Cricketers Club in April. L/T Tony Neylon (Woodenbong HOtel); Geoff Dymock (Australian Player), Merle Dymock; Sandy Morgan (former Qld Sheffield Shield player); Salmmin'' Sam Trimble; Melissa Fellin (Woodenbong Hotel.

WATTLES FINE TUNE Wattles Warriors fined tuned their preparation for the round 17 clash against competition leaders Valleys when they notched up a comfortable win over the Pittsworth Danes at Pittsworth last Saturday night. Wattles were without s some of their best players with Nick Van der Poel, Mitch Koina and Co-captain Dale Perkins unavailable; however, they were in control from the whistle.

Dylan Wilson was impressive making 60 metres for the game's first touch. His rampaging run set the stage for a dominant performance where Wattles scored 11 tries and kicked seven conversions against a courageous but clearly outclassed Pittsworth side.

Pittsworth staved off the Wattles attack until the 15th minute when Ryan Duggan scored. It opened the floodgates as Wattles went on a try scoring rampage and by half time the score was 32-0.

Winger Braydon Wilson helped himself to another double taking his try scoring tally for the season to 25. Wilson has a mortgage on the TRL's 2019 leading try scorer. He currently sits 10 tries ahead of the field with two games to play.

Ryan Duggan also scored a double as did Matthew Christensen and Andrew Richardson. Matt Duggan took the reins in the second half when Coach Travis Burns gave himself an early mark. Duggan did an excellent job guiding his players around the field showcasing the depth of experience in the Wattles side.

Nathan Gaulton, the Player of the Match had an outstanding game setting up a number of tries and was calm under pressure. Back row partner Ty Gardner and Andrew Richardson also had good games.

Another Duggan, Jack made his A Grade debut in this game and looked comfortable in senior company. Unlike those calling the game or keeping the stats that have yet another Duggan to contend with.

Wattles attack was relentless and they did not take their foot off the pedal for a moment however it was their commitment in defence that was impressive and obvious in the game. It was not until late in the second half that the home side eventually cracked Wattles defence and Todd White scored and Josh Gordon converted.

Wattles were not done with and added another two tries and a conversion before the full-time siren. Full time score 58-6.

Matt Duggan's three successful conversions in the game took him to a total of 61 in season 2019 and he sits seven seven clear of his nearest opponent Dwayne Duncan of Valleys in the race for the 2019 leading goal kicker.

The Warriors win sets up a mouthwatering clash with Valleys in this weekend's penultimate game of the 2019 fixtures.

Valleys held on to their lead in the race to the Minor Premiership with a hard fought 58 24 win over a gallant and determined Oakey side.

Both Wattles and Valleys are in peak

form and although one on the ladder, they (Wattles) have a handy for and against advantage over their arch-rivals.

This weekend's game at Platz Oval is expected to be worthy of a grand final.

PITTSWORTH 6 (Todd White try; Josh Gordon goal) lost to WATTLES 58 (Ryan Duggan 2, Braydon Wilson 2, Andrew Richardson 2, Matthew Christensen 2, Michael Marshall, Michael Pearson, Mitch Duff tries; Travis Burns 4, Duggan 3 goals).

CLOSE GAMES Numbers were good and games were very competitive in the Gateball Croquet discipline on Friday.

Bill Golding, Pat Schnoor and Les Williams. Their opponents in Team Two were Andrea Denkewitz, Grace Howard, Heather Widderick and Val Fancourt.

In the opening game Team One were slow to find their rhythm but finished strongly.

Unfortunately, it was not enough to snatch a win and the honours in the first game went to the opposition. Team Two winning 13-12.

Team One warmed to their task in the second game and with good contributions from each player scored a 17-10 win. That would be the biggest margin of the day.

The next game went down to the wire. Bill Golding had the final play and scored two 'agaris' and gave Team One its second win the final score 15-14.

The last game was equally as close and finished in a 12 all draw sending scorers to work on the count back. Team Two eventually got the nod having scored three, three-point scores while Team One had only two. Honours were evenly split between the two teams at two games a piece.

WHAT PLAN Sometimes the best plan is to have no plan. That proved to be a winner for Keith Green and Brady Morant when a very late arrangement saw the pair play together in Saturday's medley 4BBB Stableford in Stanthorpe.

The pair returned a score of 51 points giving them a two-point advantage over

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the field and an easy win. It was Green who scored on the majority of holes but his partner's contribution was should not be discounted. At the end of the round both players had added an almost equal number of points to the total.

Max Smith and partner Darryl Boekholt scored 49 points to take the runner's up spot behind the winners. Their steady round was marred by a one pointer at the seventh hole. It proved costly and was the difference between first and second.

Cal Smith of Andersen's of Stanthorpe was on hand to present the trophies after playing a round himself.

Len Leigh claimed the Men's Pin Shit at three; David Reeves at 12 and Hayden Smith at 17. There were No takers for the ladies Pin at three but the approach at 12 went to Nikki Waterworth and Racheal Hendry at 17.

In the run down it was a ball for Bob Watts and Lorraine Evans (47), Hayden Smith and Travis Burton (46) and the lefties, Max Hunter and Richard Reardon (46).

As we see off July play on Saturday will be for the August monthly medal and putting competition and another opportunity for players to qualify for the end of season Medal of Medallists. The event is sponsored by Gino's Floor Covering and Tee off is from 11.00 am. There is a time sheet on the board at the clubhouse.

WHERE TO FROM HERE The Brisbane Broncos trotted into the top eight after a comprehensive win over the Titans who are yet to find that post coach sacking "bounce" that clubs traditionally enjoy. While the win has put smiles on the faces of the Broncos faithful, they are a still a far cry from playing at the top of their game.

The Broncos however are not alone.

There are quite a few teams in the eight who have been average for a good part of the season and tipsters have paid the price.

What was average last week across most of the games was the performance of some of the whistle blowers to the point where four officials find themselves in the naughty

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corner this round.

When it comes to eyes on the game, it seems that more does not necessarily equate to better or more accurate. Two refs; two touch judges (remind me again why they are there) and their buddies in the bunker - still things are a rabble. Some rules have become so convoluted neither coaches, players or refs seem to be able to get a handle on what's going on let alone long-suffering fans. Ivan Cleary is about to find himself in a world of pain after giving the refs a spray at half time in the Panthers Raiders game. A bad look definitely - was he frustrated - Clearly.

Now comes news that the NRL boffins have asked the 'hawk-eye' developers to look at whether the concept can be modified for Rugby League. Please someone tell me it is an April fool's joke. Hawk eye works well in tennis - with what some believe is questionable success in cricket - but surely it has no place in rugby league.

At a time when fans are turning away from in record numbers surely a return to simpler might be more appropriate.

While we ponder what might be going on in the heads of those overseeing the game, the circus that is the Titans continues its performance. The hunt for a new coach is apparently coming to a conclusion. It appears the unlucky sod will be St Helen's coach Justin Holbrook.

Perhaps it is time for the Titans hierarchy to stick with their choice of coach and remember that there is only so much he can do. It is ultimately the responsibility of the players to 'put in' on the field. No amount of coaching swapping; cajoling from Big Mal and pandering to egos can replace having a go when you hit the field.

Recent history would suggest Holbrook need not get too comfortable in his new surroundings. Best of luck to whoever wins the race to poisoned chalice.

If you are tired of the NRL try hoisting your sail to the Brisbane Lions who after years in the doldrums are back flying high. ●

CASEY'S TIPS ROUND 20 THE END OF THE ROAD IS IN SIGHT. TIPSTERS WILL SOON BE OUT O THEIR MISERY. JUST SIX ROUNDS OF FIXTURES REMAIN AND WHILE WE DON'T WANT TO GO THE EARLY CROW, MELBOURNE STORM DESPITE THEIR LOSS LAST WEEK APPEARS TO HAVE A MORTGAGE ON THE MINOR PREMIERSHIP. TIGERS; RAIDERS; STORM; SEA EAGLES; PANTHERS; RABBITOHS; ROOSTERS; DRAGONS.

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