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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk We're all familiar with the sight and sound of a LifeFlight helicopter in the skies over Warwick and Stanthorpe (see cover story, pages 4&5).

Indeed, it's a regular occurrence and it's not uncommon to see a LifeFlight chopper flying into and out of the region once or even twice in any given week. Operating 24/7, they're also often on a mission when most of us are fast asleep in the early hours.

We are fortunate to have top hospitals in this region but the reality is that at times some life-saving medical care must be accessed in larger centres, like Toowoomba or Brisbane, and that's where aero-medical services like LifeFlight come in.

The LifeFlight story is an interesting one, and one which has evolved over quite some years now, which may surprise readers. It certainly surprised me. The service began on the Gold Coast with a single helicopter and volunteers back in 1981 and today operates a large fleet of both choppers and fixed-wing aircraft from eight locations around Queensland.

I hope I never require their services - but it's comforting to know they're on-call when required.

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Courtesy of the Killarney Co-op we have a reader competition with first prize a CHiQ 40" TV to give away, plus a second prize of a Co-op hamper to the value of $200 and third prize a $50 Co-op fuel voucher. To enter simply fill out the entry form on page 11 and drop it in to the Killarney Co-op at Ivy Street, Killarney, or the Free Times office at 94 Palmerin Street, Warwick, or visit www. freetimes.com.au and click on the 'Competitions' link ...

SDRC RESPONDS Southern Downs Regional Council responds to matters raised in leaked staff culture report - pages 9-10.

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Check out our weekly 'Community Diary' listings for events coming up around our districts - page 19.

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BY JEREMY SOLLARS Stanthorpe residents were deeply touched by a convoy of trucks which rolled into town last weekend organised by Muslim Aid Australia (MAA), delivering around 130 tonnes of hay bales and 200,000 litres of water.

No less than 20 semi-trailers belonging to the Deen family rumbled down the New England Highway, as Stanthorpe draws closer to its town water 'day zero' - still forecast by the Southern Downs Regional Council to arrive in December.

Work continues on the installation of new infrastructure at Stanthorpe's Storm King Dam to receive emergency water from Warwick's Connolly Dam to ensure Stanthorpe has a continued town water supply.

The raw water from Connolly Dam which has been 'sequestered' by the council for Stanthorpe's use - will be carted via road tanker at a cost of $800,000, to be met by the Queensland Government.

Toowoomba firm Newlands Civil Construction is installing two new onemegalitre tanks at Storm King Dam to hold the emergency water and a new section of poly pipeline to connect the tanks to the dam's existing outlet point. The Queensland Government is also covering the $2.4

Muslim Aid Australia and the Deen family rolled into Stanthorpe last weekend.

Picture: SANDRA MCEWAN million cost of the new infrastructure.

Filling points for tankers are being installed near the junction of the New England Highway and Kingsleigh Road just south of Warwick to enable the 24 private water carting firms contracted by the council to hook into the Connolly Dam water line from the dam to the Warwick water treatment plant.

This will mean the tankers will not need to travel the full distance to the dam along Connolly Dam Road and will have

reasonably close access to the highway to Stanthorpe.

Warwick's town water is forecast by the council to run out in "mid-to-late 2020" according to the council's latest public water updates.

Short-term emergency measures for Warwick - which the council says will be explored before looking at the option of sourcing water from outside of the region involve bore or underground water, but the council is yet to publicly give specific details

about the location of such bores.

The council has said it is "investigating" bores at Allora and has also stated water for Warwick could be sourced from the Killarney town water supply.

The Free Times has repeatedly asked the council for details about its emergency water supply plans for Warwick but to date little specific information has been forthcoming.

What the council has said on the record is that bores located on road reserve at Gray Lane just outside of Warwick - off the Warwick-Allora Road near Lyndhurst Stud - have not been investigated "at this time as there is no allocation associated with the bores for the pumping of water".

The bores are understood to have previously been used by the former Rosenthal Shire for urban water supply, and basic infrastructure remains in place.

It is also understood the council will hold a meeting this coming Monday 11 November at the Warwick Town Hall with Connolly Dam area landowners who have access to water from the dam for use on their properties but no details of the meeting had been made public at time of printing of the Free Times this week.

For the council's latest weekly online water update, current as of Monday of this week, visit www.sdrc.qld.gov.au ●

FLOOD SIREN ANNUAL TESTING SET FOR THIS WEEKEND In what might be the paramount example of positive thinking the Southern Downs Regional Council will this Saturday 9 November conduct a test of the emergency flood warning sirens at Killarney and Leyburn.

The testing is an annual exercise - rain, hail or shine - and in Killarney's case will form part of an 'Emergency Services Pop-Up Day' in Canning Park.

In a statement the council's CEO and Local Disaster Coordinator David Keenan said the alarm testing would be held between 10am to 12pm in Killarney and in Leyburn between 2pm and 4pm.

"The siren systems at both locations are fixed sirens and are used to alert residents of an impending flood that may directly affect the community," Mr Keenan said.

"The sirens are audible for between 915 metres and 1280 metres depending on weather conditions.

"During the testing on Saturday, residents

will hear the following pre-recorded test message: 'Attention. Attention. This is a test of the public warning system. I repeat this is only a test. Residents will hear a wailing tone similar to that of a commercial fire alarm'.

"Council emphasises to Killarney and Leyburn residents that the activation of the test message does not imply that the townships are under any immediate threat of flash flooding.

"However, any activation of the siren outside the stated times indicates that the townships are at risk of flash flooding.

"The message in an emergency is: 'Attention. Attention. This is a flood warning announcement. Avoid low lying areas. Move to higher ground now. I repeat move to higher ground now'.

"Public information sessions about the Flood Emergency Warning Systems have previously been held in Killarney and Leyburn, and it is important that the community is aware of the warning system

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and what to do when they activate," Mr Keenan said. · Killarney Emergency Warning Siren: Killarney Police Station, Ivy Street · Leyburn Emergency Warning Siren: Leyburn Police Station, Leyburn Forestry Road Contact Southern Downs Regional Council on 1300MYSDRC (1300 697 372) for more information.

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COVER STORY Gordon Donnellan and Peter Gynther have both discovered first-hand the vital importance of aeromedical services to our region. A trip by chopper to hospital in Brisbane is much, much faster than a trip by road...

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BY JEREMY SOLLARS t's a familiar sight and sound in the skies over our region - the distinctively bright blue and yellow and the thumping rotors of a LifeFlight helicopter.

Most of us - fortunately - will never have the need to take a ride in one, but it's a comforting thought to know that help is not far away should the medical need ever arise.

There are lots of things regional Queenslanders love about life outside of the metropolitan humdrum of motorway traffic snarls and high-rises, but a big part of the reality of regional and remote living is that specialised emergency medical care is at times some distance away, in the aptlytermed 'big smoke'.

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distance can sometimes mean the difference between life and death in a time of medical crisis.

For those who at one time or another have required the services of RACQ LifeFlight the sight and sound of the chopper can bring back a whole mixed bag of memories, some of them quite confronting.

There are plenty of worthy causes for businesses in our region to support but for Cassels Automotive principal David Cassels LifeFlight is his 'charity of choice', and has been for the last five years.

This week LifeFlight was the recipient of a donation of close to $22,000 from Cassels Automotive - money that will be put to lifesaving use.

"I just think it's important that as a business we support the local community who support us, especially during this time

of drought," David told the Free Times.

"LifeFlight is an absolutely vital service for people in this region.

"We really rely on it and we know that it's constantly providing a service that saves lives.

"We're reminded of that whenever we hear one of the choppers coming over, which is virtually every week, sometimes twice a week.

"So as a business we're really happy to provide LifeFlight with support - this donation will fund at least two rescue missions, which equates to two lives saved in this region.

"People may be surprised to know the costs around keeping these helicopters in the air, which are considerable, especially when it comes to fuel.

"I also thank QBE Insurance, who donate a proportion of each CTP (Compulsory

Third Party) vehicle insurance cover they provide to LifeFlight."

One Cassels Automotive employee who has reason to be particularly appreciative of the support his boss has given to LifeFlight is maintenance man, courtesy bus driver and general 'jack of all trades' around the dealership Peter Gynther.

Peter experienced a heart attack back in April 2017 and as a result found himself in the back of a LifeFlight helicopter en route to Brisbane's Princess Alexandra (PA) Hospital.

"I was at work at the time and started to feel a bit crook, so I went home," Peter recalls.

"I knew something pretty serious was happening so I called Triple Zero and the ambulance came and took me up to Warwick Hospital.

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"Before I knew it I was in the chopper and in less than 45 minutes we were landing at the PA, which was pretty incredible.

"I've come good since then - they put some stents in me and I have a check-up every six months but I'm just grateful for the service LifeFlight provides.

"It's certainly a much faster trip in the chopper to Brisbane than it is by road."

As well as LifeFlight's helicopters, locals will also be familiar with the red-whiteand-blue of the Queensland Government's 'Rescue 500' choppers in our local skies, but they may not realise that service is also supported with LifeFlight medical crews.

It was one such crew that not so long ago came to the aid of another Cassels Automotive employee - in his case of 27 years' standing - in the form of workshop manager Gordon Donnellan.

In early 2018 Gordon also experienced a heart attack, in his case late one otherwiseregular week-night evening, around 10pm.

Like Peter, Gordon had no prior inkling anything could be amiss, and had no history of cardiac issues.

"I just started feeling a bad pain in my chest but it actually didn't last all that long," Gordon recalls.

"I thought, 'What the hell was that?'

"What I do remember most of all is the sweat just started pouring out of me - I was laying down on the bed and sweating like anything for about a quarter of an hour and then my wife called the ambulance.

"The ambos arrived and started jabbing things into me and they got me up to the (Warwick) hospital and gave me what they basically term 'draino' - which unblocks you pretty well straight away.

"After that I don't really remember too much about being in the chopper, but I was reasonably conscious and I can remember sitting up at one stage.

"It was really a strange feeling - it didn't feel like it was happening to me, it was almost like I was hovering above myself.

"I actually thought we were on the way home but before I knew it we were in Brisbane."

In Gordon's case the flight to Brisbane was slightly delayed due both to the required fatigue management 'down-time' all helicopter medical crews and pilots must take in between missions - they'd been even busier than usual on that particular day and night - and to fog coverage in Brisbane, but he describes the whole process as "pretty quick".

ABOUT LIFEFLIGHT ...

LifeFlight is internationally-recognised as a leader in aero-medical response and rescue and is Australia's most diversified service of its kind, with a fleet made up of both helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft.

As CEO Ashley van de Velde puts it, LifeFlight brings "emergency, lifesaving medical treatment to seriously ill and injured patients around Australia and the world".

"Queensland's rural and remote communities rely on the RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopters to bring the hospital to them in their darkest hour," he says.

"Without the support of community donations, we couldn't continue our lifesaving work.

"In 1981, LifeFlight began as the Gold Coast Helicopter Rescue Service with a single-engine helicopter performing weekend beach and surf patrols on the Gold Coast.

"The team consisted of one permanent pilot and 15 volunteer crew.

"In 2013 RACQ LifeFlight Rescue merged with the Sunshine Coast helicopter rescue service which had begun in 1979.

"Today, LifeFlight has evolved into a multi-faceted air-medical service with a fleet of 10 helicopters and three Air Ambulance jets operating 24/7 from eight locations across Queensland.

"Our team has also grown to more than 400 employees.

"I have been with the service since it began and have been fortunate to lead a dedicated team of professionals and to work alongside external partners who share my passion for LifeFlight.

"LifeFlight would not be able to operate without the ongoing support of our valued community, corporate and government sponsors, our loyal naming-rights partner RACQ, our Board members and of course our LifeFlight family working tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen.

"Whether you are part of our aviation and medical crews on the frontline, or work in one of the many departments across our organisation - you have all played a vital role in the achievements of the past 40 years.

"My heartfelt thanks and appreciation goes to each and every one of our team members who enable LifeFlight to continue saving lives.

"You have all shared in making LifeFlight a success and in doing so have flown more than 50,000 critical rescue missions.

"For this you should feel very proud." ●

Cover image and above: David Cassels (left) with Cassels Automotive workshop manager Gordon Donnellan, LifeFlight representative Karen Laws and Cassels Automotive maintenance man Peter Gynther.

LifeFlight began as the ‘Gold Coast Helicopter Rescue Service’ in 1981…

Regional communities rely on LifeFlight.

The local story ...

In the 2018-2019 financial year alone, no fewer than 184 patients were airlifted by LifeFlight from the Southern Downs and Granite Belt regions, primarily by the Toowoombabased chopper but also by those from other Queensland bases.

The most common airlift in 20182019 was for patients suffering a medical illness or infection (32), followed by cardiac conditions (31) and motor vehicle and motorcycle accidents - on- and off-road, quad bike and pedestrian (19).

In 2018-2019 Toowoomba was the busiest RACQ LifeFlight Rescue base in Queensland.

In a record effort for the base, crews flew 643 critical missions, valued at more than $8 million, at no

LifeFlight today has a fleet of 10 helicopters and three Air Ambulance jets operating 24/7 from eight bases across Queensland. cost to patients.

TOP 5 TOOWOOMBA PATIENT INJURY AND ILLNESS TYPES (20182019)... · Medical illness/ infection (84) · Motor vehicle and motorcycle accidents - on/off road, quad bike and pedestrian (76) · Cardiac conditions (46) · Respiratory conditions (41) · Falls - animal, bushwalking/ climbing, elderly, medical, other (37) RACQ LifeFlight Rescue relies on the community to help make up nearly 30 per cent of funding each year.

Since LifeFlight's first airlift, in 1979, more than 56,000 patients have been rescued. · TO FIND OUT MORE - AND TO DONATE TO LIFEFLIGHT - VISIT www. lifeflight.org.au ●

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of "the worst days" involving "rocking backwards and forwards in a corner of the room, unable to contemplate how to get through the next minute", and concerns they "may not be able to remember the names" of their own children if their symptoms continue to progress.

Family members have likewise reported veterans becoming "isolated" and "distant" over time since being administered the drugs while on active service, as well as having been on the receiving end of anger issues.

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East Timor and other veterans from across Australia have reported ongoing life disturbance over many years since being trialled with the drugs during overseas service, claiming symptoms have affected every aspect of their relationships with other people, to the point where some have contemplated suicide.

Many have spoken of chronic severe mood swings, anger, aggression, anxiety and depression, along with memory loss and problems with concentration, all of which have placed a strain on their closest relationships with partners and children and on their inter-relationships in general with others.

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Veterans’ groups are calling for a Royal Commission into the use of Mefloquine and Tafenoquine on Australian troops on active service, including a trial of Tafenoquine known as ‘Study 033’. It is claimed Australian troops were used as ‘guinea pigs’ by the Army Malaria Institute (AMI). The Australian Defence Force (ADF) says the troops involved were “volunteers”.

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Veteran's support groups across Australia say the Australian Defence Force's widespread use of anti-malaria drugs on serving troops - including through a government-authorised trial - could be contributing to what has been described as an "epidemic" of suicide and mental health problems among returned Australian military personnel.

Since the 1990s the ADF has administered the drugs Mefloquine and Tafenoquine - also known internationally by the brand name Lariam - to thousands of Australian service men and women on deployment in a range of combat and security operations, including in East Timor and Bougainville to Australia's north and Rwanda and Somalia in Africa.

The drugs are used to prevent malaria - a common, mosquito-borne disease in wet tropical climates - but despite having been categorised as a 'last resort' antimalarial treatment by the US military since 2009 the ADF continues to state publicly that the drugs have been "well-tolerated" by its personnel.

The ADF and the Federal Government have also continually suggested in recent years that alleged long-term side effects of Mefloquine and Tafenoquine "mimic" symptoms of psychiatric disorders commonly suffered by combat veterans, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and severe depression and anxiety, in an apparent attempt to downplay serious allegations made by veterans and their families.

It has also been suggested by the ADF that most such symptoms have resolved since ex-personnel stopped taking Mefloquine and Tafenoquine after their active service.

But veterans' advocacy groups claim the drugs are primarily responsible for many of the psychiatric illnesses being experienced by returned personnel since the 1990s, and since at least 2015 have been calling on the Federal Government to take responsibility for the effects of the drugs, which some experts believe have caused permanent brain injury - brain cell death - also known as 'Acquired Brain Injury' or ABI, as a result of a build-up of toxins in the brain.

The Free Times understands a number of veterans living in the Southern Downs region are currently suffering what they steadfastly believe are the effects of

Veterans have told of being administered the drugs in combat environments where they felt they could not question the directives of their commanding officers and did not want to "let down their mates with 100 people behind you" by holding up the process, and of being told they had no choice but to take the drugs if actually afflicted with malaria.

Many trace their experience back to a trial conducted on troops belonging to the 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR) during pre-deployment preparations in East Timor between 1999 and 2001, referred to as 'Study 033' and conducted by the Australian Defence Force's Army Malaria Institute (AMI), based at Brisbane's Gallipoli Barracks and now known as the ADF Malaria and Infectious Disease Institute.

'Study 033' was a mass trial of Mefloquine - at the time a registered drug - and Tafenoquine, which was unregistered at the time, with the study believed to have been intended to test the suitability of that drug for use by the US Army.

Of those troops in East Timor it is understood 25% were administered Mefloquine and 75% Tafenoquine.

On its website the ADF's Malaria and Infectious Disease Institute describes itself as "a world-recognised centre for malaria research and training", with its "main mission" to "ensure that ADF personnel are able to have the best possible protection against malaria and other vector-borne diseases".

"The institute is actively involved in promoting regional engagement with military organisations to control vectorborne diseases more effectively," the website states.

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Former PM John Howard farewelling troops bound for East Timor (Timor Leste) in 1999. Pressure by veterans led to a Senate Inquiry last year into the ADF’s use of Mefloquine and Tafenoquine. The Inquiry made a series of recommendations to the Federal Government about improving assistance “pathways” for veterans “who are now unwell” and “have complex health needs”, but did not find those health issues were “attributable” to the drugs.

Australian soldiers are among thousands worldwide administered the drugs since the 1990s.

The committee plans to examine the possible long-term health consequences of taking these medications, with a special focus on Mefloquine and its potential "neurological effects, long-term psychiatric effects and the potential development of post-traumatic stress disorder."

Mefloquine was developed by the US Army in the 1970s and was commercially introduced in 1989 as a once-a-week medication for preventing malaria. It is also used to treat the mosquito-borne parasite.

Shortly after the drug's introduction under the brand name Lariam it was alleged some users reported experiencing hallucinations, nightmares, psychosis and

delirium after taking it.

Mefloquine remained in widespread use by the US military until 2009 when Pentagon officials, responding to concerns over the neurological side effects, issued a policy listing it as a "last-choice" preventive in areas where malaria strains are resistant to other available medications.

Four years later in 2013 the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) placed its strongest "black box" warning on Mefloquine, saying the drug can cause ongoing or permanent neurological and psychiatric conditions, including dizziness, loss of balance, tinnitus, anxiety, depression, paranoia and hallucinations, even after

Way back in 2006 in Federal Parliament former Labor MP and later Attorney-General Robert McClelland asked then Howard Government Minister for Defence Dr Brendan Nelson if the ADF was "currently prescribing or has it prescribed, the anti-malarial drug Mefloquine Hydrochloride (Lariam) to personnel deployed overseas; if so, when was it prescribed and to how many personnel; if not, which anti-malarial drugs are currently being prescribed, and which have been prescribed since 1990?"

This was Dr Nelson's response "Doxycycline is the principal antimalarial prophylaxis prescribed by the Australian Defence Force to Defence

2018 Senate Inquiry Response By The Federal Government ...

"The Government is committing $2.1 million over four years to a new initiative, 'Response to Senate Inquiry into anti-malarials mefloquine and tafenoquine' that will support veterans who are concerned about having taken the anti-malarial drugs mefloquine or tafenoquine during their service.

"This initiative will deliver a national program of comprehensive health assessments for veterans, providing a whole-of-person assessment which will allow for identification of potential service-related illness, disease or injury and where appropriate, referral for further specialist assessment, treatment and support.

"This measure will be implemented discontinuing use.

CANADA ACTION ...

Earlier this year three separate lawsuits were filed against the Canadian government in Canada's Federal Court by personal injury law firms acting on behalf of former members of the Canadian Armed Forces who similarly claim to have been harmed by the use of Mefloquine during their service.

The lawsuits allege the harm was caused by the administration of the drug on Canadian troops serving in Somalia and elsewhere in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Some of those troops allege they have

personnel deployed overseas.

Mefloquine Hydrochloride (Lariam) is only prescribed where doxycycline is not tolerated well by an individual.

Mefloquine is also not approved for use by Australian Defence Force aircrew. Mefloquine was introduced into the Defence pharmaceutical inventory on 13 September 1990.

"The information sought in the honourable member's question on how many personnel were prescribed Mefloquine is not readily available.

"To collect and assemble such information solely for the purpose of answering the question would be a major task, and I am not prepared to authorise the expenditure and effort that would be required." ● from 1 July 2019.

"As recognised by the Senate Committee, some individuals who have taken mefloquine and tafenoquine are now unwell and have complex health needs; whilst their conditions are not attributable to the anti-malarial drugs they still require support.

"To ensure assistance is available to those with concerns about having taken mefloquine or tafenoquine, the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) and the Department of Defence offer a range of support for current and former ADF personnel." · (Source - Australian Government response to the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee Report - The Inquiry into the use of Quinoline anti-malarial drugs mefloquine and tafenoquine in the Australian Defence Force) ● suffered a range of health complications similar to those reported in Australia.

In early 2019 the Canadian government announced Mefloquine would no longer be used by its armed forces as the 'first option' for malaria p revention, and that other drugs - Malarone and Doxycycline - be used as preferred treatments. Mefloquine is only to be used by Canadian military personnel if those other drugs are "not tolerated" by personnel, or if a soldier has taken Mefloquine previously and without reported problems and consents to its use. ● Continued page 8

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The former soldier was deployed to East Timor in April 2000 and spoke of being ordered by superiors to sign a six-page consent form before being administered high dosages of Mefloquine.

"The recommended Mefloquine dosage for a 75 kilogram person was 250 milligrams once a week for two weeks, and then a review," they told the Free Times.

"We were given a 250mg dose three days in a row, into a healthy body.

"There were other soldiers who were given dosages - including of Tafenoquine - at up to nine or 12 times that amount, healthy people aged 17 to 22 and given 750mg over three days, the same amount a week later and then 250mg every month for six months.

"A triple dose of Mefloquine is supposed to be given to someone who actually has malaria - we didn't have malaria.

"We were told we would be more protected against malaria than had we Australian troops have served in recent been given doxycycline. years in a variety of combat and peace"The Army later told us we were given two weeks to consider giving keeping environments in climates with a consent to the trial which is rubbish high risk of malaria.

- we were given 15 minutes to think about it.

From page 7 "There was no risk analysis, no visibility about their duty of care.

Ex-soldier speaks ...

"We were used as test subjects, as A former soldier who spoke to the Free guinea pigs.

Times on condition of anonymity says "I was later told I had they have endured 18 years of life'misconstrued' the order we were given changing health problems as a result to take part in the trial as the officers' of being part of 'Study 033' while on 'enthusiasm' for it.

Australian Army service in East Timor.

"They denied they had given the They told the Free Times they joined order. the Army "as a healthy 17 year old" and "That wasn't the case - we were have been unable to live a "normal life" told, 'You sign the consent form or you since receiving a medical discharge after can f--k off and not deploy'." being part of Study 033.

The former solder returned home The former soldier says they have to Australia in April 2001 after their spent the last 18 years fighting to have six-month East Timor deployment and their medical conditions recognised as in June of that year suffered severe directly related to Study 033, but along swelling on the brain - diagnosed as with what they say are as many as 5000 encephalitis - which they say has since former military personnel treated with led to multiple associated health the drug have been "ignored" by the ADF, problems, no less than 35 individual Veterans' Affairs and the Department of medical conditions.

Defence.

Not the least of which is hearing They say part of the issue is a lack loss in their left ear, for which they of proper medical testing currently require a permanent hearing-aid, available in Australia for Mefloquine and a loss of peripheral vision which and Tafenoquine toxicity, which they say persisted for three weeks following enables defence authorities to "wash their return home.

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and genitals, constant temperatures with no attributable cause, migraines, diarrhoea, chronic fatigue.

"I feel like I'm dying every day."

The ex-soldier says they feel the Army "stole my health" through Study 033.

"Twelve years of training to deploy, then my first deployment and my career is over," they said.

"What about the 75% of the trial recipients, the majority of which were aged between 18 and 22 who received nine and 12 times the loading dose of Tafenoquine into healthy bodies?

"They'd be in their mid-30s now - I bet they're struggling with their health and are starting to hit the wall.

"I enlisted in the Army to serve my Sovereign and to face the enemy and take a bullet for my country.

"I've contacted the Surgeon-General of the ADF, the Defence Ombudsman, the Defence Health Ethics Committee, DVA and Open Arms Australia.

"All the 'help pathways' identified during the (2018) Senate Inquiry don't exist - it's all smoke and mirrors.

"DVA and Open Arms have made my mental health worse in the last two years while I've been seeking help.

"The Ombudsman said drug trials are 'part and parcel' of enlistment.

"This has affected 5000 out of 48,000 personnel who were serving at the time of my deployment - that's oneeighth of our defence capability.

"I actually feel guilty I'm part of the 25 per cent who received Mefloquine, which was a registered drug and 'only' a triple dose, as opposed to the 75% on Tafenoquine who copped nine and 12 times the recommended dose.

"I've had other soldiers and exsoldiers who didn't undergo the trials - and Vietnam veterans - tell me to just shut up or I'll lose my (Defence) Health Gold Card.

"Or that I just have PTSD and I'm just being ignorant - from a Defence perspective PTSD fits nicely for them.

"I recently found out there's autosomal testing available at the Mayo Clinic in the US that helps veterans achieve a diagnosis, something that hasn't been possible so far in Australia.

"Basically Defence just wants us to go away.

"I won't be going away, not while there's breath left in my body.

"Would a company like BHP tell miners to take a drug as a trial and do no follow-up testing?" ●

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"I was so sick, I was nauseous all the time and chronically exhausted, I had infections and I was on antibiotics," the former soldier said of that initial stage.

"I was sleeping all the time but waking up exhausted and I was scared I was going to miss my alarm clock.

"I was very concerned that if I was listed as AWOL (absent without leave) I would be classed by the Army as an administrative liability and would lose my job and my income.

"I knew I wasn't going to be able to maintain the combat-ready tempo everybody needs to be on so I asked for a 'discharge own request'.

"I was also prescribed antidepressants and I began to have all kinds of problems with my autoimmune system."

The former soldier says daily life since then has been "basically living like I feel I'm a 70 year old, with no quality of life".

"I sleep for 12 hours and I wake up feeling exhausted," they said.

"I have dreams where I'm still on deployment and I'm hyper-alert.

"My morning routine involves having a shower and then saline rinses for sinus maintenance which cause gagging and dry-retching and adrenaline itching, I swear I'm going to choke to death.

"I have to use special PH-free soap because my skin reacts to commercial brands.

"I have to put cream on my ear where my hearing aid sits because it rubs against the skin.

"I use eye-drops for dry eyes, I'm hyper-sensitive to heat and cold and I have to take medication to reduce pain-sensitivity.

"All that's just to get out of the bathroom.

"I can't digest most foods - I can only eat fresh meat, nothing processed, and certain vegetables cooked a certain way, thickly-peeled potatoes, green beans or Brussel sprouts.

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"I can't go out to eat - if I go out for a meal at the pub I end up s------g through the eye of a needle.

"I have skin rashes on my torso

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COUNCIL RESPONDS ON LEAKING In our Thursday 17 October edition the Free Times published material taken from a consultant's report commissioned by the Southern Downs Regional Council in 2018 about its internal workplace culture and management issues.

The 'Labour Force Strategy' report and associated surveys of staff from July and October 2018 were provided to the Free Times via an anonymous source after we sought access to the material through Right To Information (RTI).

The council sought to suppress the reports for more than 12 months by initiating a series of appeals under RTI legislation, which is regulated by the State Government.

The Free Times stands by our earlier assertion that the release of the reports was in the public interest, given serious claims related to a poor workplace culture made to us over the course of approximately a twoyear period prior to the commissioning of the reports.

Our public interest argument was backed

by Queensland's independent Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) who ruled against a council appeal. The council sought to have the OIC ruling overturned by the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT), but this process was overtaken by the release of the material to the Free Times by the anonymous source. As a result we published extracts of the reports compiled by human resources consultancy firm OnTalent, making it clear the material was dated from 2018 and expressing our sincere hope the internal workplace culture within the Southern Downs Regional Council has since improved.

In good faith and as we indicated we this week publish below the council's response to the 17 October story, contained in a media release the council issued on Wednesday 23 October, which reads as follows ...

SDRC RESPONSE ...

Confidential findings from Council's recent 2018 Labour Force Strategy were leaked to the media, and Council is concerned that the findings may be taken out of context.

In 2018, Council commissioned a staff survey to assist with the development of its Labour Force Strategy, and at the time staff were assured their responses to the survey would be treated confidentially. Council sought to prevent the Southern Free Times from making the findings public, however a member of staff acted to provide the report to the media outlet. While excerpts from the 2018 Labour Force Strategy were reported, there were omissions from the Southern Free Times article.

The 2018 Labour Force Strategy made a number of recommendations to senior management based on feedback from staff, including: · Staff wanted a greater level of trust between all levels of Council including the Chief Executive Officer, Directors, Managers, Coordinators and Supervisors. · Staff clearly identified that there was a need to proactively deal with staff that were not adding value to the organisation. · Staff indicated a strong desire for the two Enterprise Bargaining Agreements to be formalised. · Staff wanted recognition of the good work undertaken by staff and better management of poorly performing staff.

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a number of potential recommendations for consideration, and many of these recommendations have been completed 18 months on, including: · Both of the Enterprise Bargaining Agreements have been finalised. · A review of the Values and Expected Behaviours has been completed with all staff involved in the assessment process. · A weekly Message from the CEO is circulated to all staff. · Productivity objectives have been incorporated into both the Enterprise Bargaining Agreements. · A new Work Health and Safety reporting system has been implemented. · Recruitment processes have been reviewed. · A comprehensive organisational restructure has occurred, allowing for the better delivery of services and the best utilisation of staff. For the first time in almost five years, there will be a full management team in place in Council from November 2019; with the commencement of the Manager for Water and the Manager for Strategic Planning and Prosperity.

It has been reported that some senior staff have left the organisation due to an implied poor culture and internal decision making processes. This is simply not the case. As with any organisation, there is a level of expectation surrounding the performance and responsibilities of all senior staff employed at Southern Downs Regional Council.

Following the adoption of the 2018 Labour Force Strategy, a number of staff have left the organisation and a number of new staff have joined the organisation.

It is heartening to see that the staff joining the organisation come from a broad age spectrum with a diversity of skills and experiences.

The staff of Council are performing exceptionally well in an environment that has issues such as de-amalgamation, drought, bushfires and the influence of social media.

Since the 2018 Labour Force Strategy

was adopted, Council staff have excelled in delivering services to the Southern Downs region, including: · Jenny McConville from the Customer

Service Contact Centre was a finalist in the 2018 National Local Government Award for Leadership in Customer Service.

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From page 9 · Keith Clarke won the 2019 National Local Government Award for Leadership in Customer Service. · The Customer Service Contact Centre staff from Warwick and Stanthorpe were recognised as finalists at the 2019 National Local Government Award. · Council entered a team in the 2017 Southern Queensland Local Government Managers Association Rural Management Challenge. The SDRC's team won the award. In 2018, another team from Council competed in the challenge and won again, making Southern Downs Regional Council the only local government authority to win this award in successive years. · Shaping Southern Downs was recognised as a finalist at the 2019 Local Government Managers Association awards.

Participation in these activities provides leadership experiences for staff and assists in developing future leaders within the organisation.

The performance of Council can also be measured in a number of different ways, including: · Through careful financial management rates increases have been kept at 2% which is the lowest ever experienced by Southern Downs Regional Council. · The External Auditors have provided feedback that Council is now financially sustainable, with debt forecast to drop under $20 million this financial year. · Staff have prepared professional and robust funding applications that have resulted in record levels of funding, including the most recent funding of $15 million for the supply of water for Stanthorpe from the Queensland State

Government. · The percentage of completed works in the capital program for the last year was in the order of 96% which is an outstanding result. · Innovation remains at the forefront with Council staff designing new equipment to deal with weeds or assisting landholders to obtain drought funding. · Each month in the internal newsletter, there is an average of 6-8 letter or emails from the community praising the work of staff, as well as recognition from the Executive Management Team.

While feedback from the survey indicated staff were looking for a greater level of trust, it will be difficult now that confidentiality cannot be guaranteed to conduct meaningful and effective consultation. Why ask questions on culture if Council isn't prepared to listen, learn hard

truths and work together? Paramount to that process is ensuring confidentiality. This is why Council sought to defend requests for the results of the survey to be released.

Confidentiality and trust has been lost due to the deliberate leaking of the report.

Alternatives that protect the confidentiality and wellbeing of staff will be considered in lieu of undertaking staff surveys and focus groups to check on organisational health.

It is noted no other organisations or businesses in our region are put under the same level of scrutiny as Council.

Organisational development will continue to occur with the staff of the Southern Downs Regional Council, with the objective to be recognised as one of Queensland's leading local government authorities. ●

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"Seeing the amazing projects that received awards tonight shows that Queensland's built heritage is unique and irreplaceable.

"The National Trust Queensland Heritage Awards are a celebration of our beautiful heritage and for more than 25 years, these awards have recognised best practice, innovation and achievement in Queensland's heritage, awarding outstanding projects and people that demonstrate excellence in protection and conservation."

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President Dr Ian Galloway said the organisation was proud of its quartercentury involvement in organising and hosting the Queensland Heritage Awards.

"In a real sense this is Queensland heritage's 'night of nights' where we celebrate the great work that's been done to conserve and protect our special heritage places," Dr Galloway said. · More information on the Community Sustainability Action Grants for Heritage Conservation and how to apply for them is available at www.qld.gov. au/environment/pollution/funding/ community-sustainability. ●

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Community groups can now apply for funding to help protect important heritage places across Queensland.

Speaking at the National Trust Queensland Heritage Awards last week Minister for Environment and the Arts Leeanne Enoch officially opened the next round of funding as part of the Palaszczuk Government's $18 million Community Sustainability Action Grants program.

"Since 2016, a total $2.7 million in funding has gone to 81 heritage conservation projects across the state," Ms Enoch said.

"For this round, grants will be specifically

given to projects that will conserve places listed on the Queensland Heritage Register."

Chair of the Queensland Heritage Council, Ms Debbie Best, said there were some 1775 places listed on the Queensland Heritage Register.

"They are located throughout Queensland and almost all would be eligible to apply for these grants," Ms Best said.

Ms Enoch said that Queensland's heritage buildings give communities a sense of place, connecting them through stories of the past.

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From left – Oak Tree Warwick Village Manager Mary O’Neill, resident Hilary Richardson and ‘Remi’, and National Sales and Marketing Manager Jessica Lackner.

COMFORT AND STYLE IN RETIREMENT Oak Tree Warwick Village in October held open days inviting prospective residents and the broader community into the village to showcase all the features of the village.

Overlooking the peaceful aspect of the Condamine River, the village in Warwick offers wide open country spaces perfect for dog-walking along the riverbank or

picnicking by the river.

The open days coincided with the Warwick Rodeo and visitors to the village showed interest and excitement at the quality of the village for the price point.

Village Manager for Warwick Mary O'Neill said "the second stage of the village has been built in a stylish brick which

appeals to many and contributes not only to the aesthetics of the village, but to the practicality of the environmental aspects of good insulation making the villas cool in summer and warm in winter".

"The Oak Tree Open Day events are a great way to showcase our offering in an informal manner and welcome the

community into our village," Mary said.

"The Warwick village currently consists of 49 villas and the new stage of six villas is now selling well.

"Completion of this stage is expected in the next few weeks." ●

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WFS GIVES BACK FOR CHRISTMAS The managers of Blue Care Warwick, Lifeline and Daryl Chapman of Akooramak joined WFS general manager Ahmad Almesfer to launch the campaign which will run until Thursday 19 December.

"The Warwick Friendly Society's involvement with Guardian Pharmacies recently allowed us to provide thousands of dollars in items to local charities and individuals to help with the bushfire crisis," Ahmad said.

"Many members don't know that we own the Friendly Society Health Centre in Wood Street.

"We provide the facilities to support bulk-billing to the community by the Condamine Medical Centre and Sullivan Nicolaides, as well as providing a convenient base for Warwick Physioworks.

"The Warwick Friendly Society employs 35 staff and has almost 4000 members.

"We operate two Guardian-branded pharmacies at Wood and Palmerin Street, along with other healthcare focused real estate interests in Warwick.

"We would like to thank our tenants, Condamine Medical Centre, Sullivan Nicolaides and Warwick Physioworks, for providing excellent services to the community in a one-stop facility." ●

Supporting Warwick during its toughest times is part of the 'DNA' for an organisation which has existed through two world wars, fires, droughts and floods.

So much so, many in the community don't realise how much they help.

The Warwick Friendly Society commitment to the Warwick district began early last century and each year the Society gives almost $400,000 in support and donations to the community.

"As we are member owned and not for profit we can really look at giving back during the tough times", Ahmad Almesfer, Friendly Society General Manager said.

"The idea of reconnecting with members led to Warwick Friendly Society creating their new Christmas Giving Programme, allowing members to choose how the Society's yearly Christmas Donation is distributed.

"Blue Care Warwick, Lifeline Warwick and Akooramak are the three charities the Society has chosen to be the focus of their campaign this year.

"This is a great way to engage members and staff with our donation program.

"With each transaction over $20 members can choose which charity they would like to support.

"At the end of the programe the funds will be distributed in time for Christmas."

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The Southern Free Times team, from left - Gardening columnist Beatrice Hawkins, advertising sales manager Phill Le Petit, editor Jeremy Sollars, advertising sales executive Lisa Crouch, Star News Group managing director Paul Thomas, sports columnist Casey O’Connor and distribution coordinator Kay Politch.

TWO DECADES SERVING THE REGION The Southern Free Times this month celebrates 20 years of serving the Southern Downs and Granite Belt as the region's leading community news outlet.

The 'SFT' has gone through a variety of different print styles over the last two decades serving the region and today continues to be 'well and truly read' in a high-quality gloss format.

These days we're also well and truly in the 'digital space' online and on social media, which complement our weekly print edition published on Thursday.

Our combined print and online readership 'audience' currently totals more than 26,000 readers every week and we continue to offer highly-competitive advertising rates in both our print and

digital publications, giving local businesses strong exposure.

One thing that hasn't changed is that the Southern Free Times remains just that - free to all readers, both in print and online.

And earlier this year we moved office to the main street of Warwick and are now conveniently located at 94 Palmerin Street, close to the Grafton Street intersection in the heart of the Rose City business district.

Editor Jeremy Sollars paid tribute to the small but dedicated team which brings you the Southern Free Times every week.

"We're proud to have been a part of our local communities for two decades and we look forward to a continued long association with our valued readers and the business community across the Warwick

and Stanthorpe and wider regions," he said.

"Our goals are simple - to continue to be a trusted source of local, community-based news for our many readers, and to deliver high-quality advertising exposure to lift the profile of the local businesses which make our region great."

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$580,000

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3A 1B 2C Very afordable 3 bedroom timber home surrounded by established trees and shrubs only a short stroll from the CBD. Huge 1012m2 block zoned Medium density residential with potential to subdivide subject to SDRC approval. Property is fully fenced with a double colorbond garage. Fantastic opportunity to renovate or invest with a great long term tenant.

128 Percy Street Neil Carney 0419 768 423

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$179,000

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$489,000

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There is room for the entire family in this 4 bedroom home with 2 living rooms. A formal lounge room is of the front entry plus there is an air conditioned open plan kitchen, dining and living room that opens to an undercover entertainment area. All bedrooms have built in wardrobes and the master has ensuite. Double lock up garage has internal access to the home. A garden shed is also on the 782sqm fenced block. Located in a great location in Cinema Heights. Don’t miss your opportunity

This neat three bedroom home sits on easy care 602sqm block handy to the town centre. The open plan kitchen and dining area is air conditioned and the lounge room has wood heater. All bedrooms are good size, 2 have built in wardrobes, 1 has air conditioning. A double lock up garage and garden shed are also on the block. A great starter home, investment, or perfect if you are looking to downsize.

33 Flynn Drive

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Scott McLennan 0418 588 884

$299,000

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$215,000

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This well maintained 2005 built brick and tile home situated in the popular West Warwick close to West School, Hospital and Westside Shopping Centre. 4 builtin bedrooms master bedroom with r/c airconditioning ensuite and walk in robe, large open plan kitchen, dining, family room with r/c airconditioning plus a separate lounge room. Covered outdoor entertainment area overlooking the family friendly backyard with and gardens. Double lockup garage, fenced 813m2 block.

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COUNCIL ANNUAL REPORT RELEASED

BY JEREMY SOLLARS Remuneration packages for the Southern Downs Regional Council's four most senior staff for the 2018-2019 financial year were in the range of $900,000 to $1.3 million, the latest council annual report shows.

The 2018-2019 annual report - adopted by councillors at their October monthly meeting - does not list specific salary details for chief executive officer (CEO) David Keenan and department directors Joanne Morris, Jane Stroud and Seren McKenzie but instead provides a 'remuneration range' listed under the heading 'Senior Contract Employee Remuneration Packages'.

The report states "three senior contract employees" had a "total remuneration package in the range of $200,000 to $299,999", and "one senior contract employee" had a "total remuneration package in the range of $300,000 to $399,999".

Ms Morris is Director of Corporate and Community Services, Ms Stroud is Director of Sustainable Development and Ms McKenzie is Director of Infrastructure Services.

Between them, Mr Keenan and the three directors oversee management of the council's workforce, which as of the end of last financial year comprised 370 FTE's or full-time equivalent staff, of which 87 per cent were permanent employees and the remainder casual and temporary.

The SDRC organisational structure.

The annual report shows the council's total wages bill for 2018-2019 was $24.6 million, as compared with $22.2 million for the previous financial year.

The report states the council's budget surplus for 2018-2019 came in at $14.5 million, down from $20.1 million in 20172018, and also lists the following specifics as "major movements from 2017-2018 compared to 2018-2019" · General rates (before discount) increased

by $1.11m to $31.82m · Levies and utility charges increased by $727k to $25.96m · Interest received from investments increased by $205k to $1.55m · Sales revenue, including contract and recoverable works, decreased by $347k to $3.3m · Grants, subsidies and contributions decreased by $1.4m to $21.62m · Materials and services increased by

$3.03m to $30.4m · Finance costs decreased by $54k to $1.49m Councillor expenses ...

Gross remuneration for the Mayor and Councillors (not including employer superannuation) for 2018-2019 was as follows · Mayor Tracy Dobie - $127,805 · Deputy Mayor Jo McNally - $79,877 · Councillors (Gow, Kelly, McNichol, Meiklejohn, Pennisi, Stocks and Windle) $67,895 each Reimbursements (councillors' telephone allowances) were listed as follows · Cr Marika McNichol - $1200 · Cr Neil Meiklejohn - $828 · Cr Vic Pennisi - $1200 · Cr Yve Stocks - $780 Councillor expenses (ie 'professional development needs and conferences including mandatory and discretionary training, travel costs, accommodation, meals and transfer expenses') were listed as follows · Mayor Tracy Dobie - $2783 · Deputy Mayor Jo McNally - $548 · Cr Rod Kelly - $1555 · Cr Neil Meiklejohn - $2227 To view the full 2018-2019 Annual Report visit www.sdrc.qld.gov.au and click on the 'Council' and 'Publications' links ... ●

RULING ON BACKPACKER TAX WELLCAMP AIRPORT SITE PLAN The Federal Court in Brisbane has ruled the highly controversial 'Backpacker Tax' cannot lawfully be applied to citizens from many foreign countries.

The action against the Backpacker Tax was initiated in January 2017 by Taxback. com, an international tax accounting firm that provides global tax refund and tax return services, on behalf of working holidaymakers from eight countries.

Taxback.com said in making his ruling last Thursday 30 October, Justice John Logan "accepted the argument put forward

by Taxback.com that the tax contravenes non-discrimination clauses built into tax treaties that Australia has signed with the UK, the US, Germany, Finland, Chile, Japan, Norway and Turkey".

"These clauses prohibit unequal tax treatment of citizens from these countries, including working holidaymakers, compared with Australian nationals," a Taxback.com spokesman said.

"International tax treaties signed by Australia override domestic tax laws.

"In our view it was very clear when the tax was introduced in 2016 that it discriminated against foreign workers and breached several international tax agreements. It also damaged Australia's reputation as a working holiday destination," the spokeswoman said.

"We're delighted the Court has accepted our argument and we look forward to the Australian Government restoring the previous - fairer and nondiscriminatory - taxation arrangements that apply to holiday workers."

In his judgment, Justice Logan stated at [104]: 'That is a disguised form of discrimination based on nationality. That is exactly the type of discrimination which is prohibited by Art 25(1) of the Double Taxation Agreement and, per force of s.4 of the Agreements Act, prohibited by that 18 SOUTHERN FREE TIMES

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Act. It is but a more particular variant of the disguised discrimination example given in the OECD commentaries, at 332, [1], of different treatment of individuals based on whether or not they hold, or are entitled to, a passport issued by a state.'

The Backpacker Tax was brought in through the Income Tax Rates Amendment (Working Holiday Maker) Reform Act 2016.

The law, as it currently stands, imposes a higher rate of tax on foreigners who enter Australia and earn income on a 417 or 462 Working Holiday Visa, which are typically used by backpackers on a working holiday.

"In 2017 backpackers spent $920m in regional towns alone," the Taxback.com spokesman said.

"The overall contribution of the sector to the Australian economy is estimated at $3.5bn per year.

"Australia has seen a decline in backpacker numbers in recent year, leading many regional farms and businesses to experience difficulties sourcing seasonal staff.

"Australia has tax treaties in place with its major trading partners, and almost all contain a non-discrimination clause that prohibits unequal tax treatment of the citizens of these countries.

"The action by taxback.com was launched as a test case in the Federal Court to challenge the Backpacker Tax. "The decision means the Backpacker Tax cannot apply to citizens of the eight affected countries - in effect, rendering them exempt from the tax.

"Visitors from the eight countries account for approximately 50% of all visitors who come to Australia on 417 or 462 Working Holiday Visas.

"Anyone who has been affected by the Backpacker Tax or wishes to stay abreast of developments in this case can register at www.taxback.com" ●

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Toowoomba has been selected as one of two regional sites for a multimillion-dollar investment to boost jobs on the Darling Downs and enhance the region's reputation as an agricultural export hot spot, the State Government says.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk last week announced that Wagners Group Holdings had been selected to construct a Regional Trade Distribution Centre (RTDC) at the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, with Cairns selected as the site for a second Centre.

"This will supercharge rapid airfreight access for agricultural producers," the Premier said.

"It means graziers and growers will have easier access to export markets and that means jobs.

"In 2017, we said we'd deliver an export hub for Queensland but following a very strong response we decided to deliver two.

"Now we're delivering on our commitment and Toowoomba will reap the benefits."

State Development Minister Cameron Dick said the RTDC on the Darling Downs would enhance productivity and capitalise on Queensland's global reputation as a leader in the production and processing of quality agricultural produce.

Mr Dick said Wagners planned to expand an existing distribution centre at the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, adding 3000 square metres to the facility.

"The expansion will comprise four stateof-the-art large cold rooms, a temperaturecontrolled store room, a store room and an external storage area," he said.

"The new facility will be used to process premium export goods including beef, dairy products, fresh fruit and vegetables, pork and packaged nuts."

Minister for Natural Resources, Mines and Energy Dr Anthony Lynham said the RTDC demonstrated the Palaszczuk Government's focus on job creation and

Wellcamp is one of two sites in Queensland chosen for new export ''hubs''. growth for Queensland's agricultural producers and processers.

"From our Queensland Beef Processing Strategy 2019-2022 to our backing of companies like pork production group Swickers in Kingaroy and vegetable grower Qualipac in Inglewood, we are showing our support for regional businesses and Queenslanders who work there," Dr Lynham said.

"This facility will give many of those businesses, most of whom have a presence in Asian markets, a greater opportunity to expand to other marketplaces in the region and grow Queensland's strong, green and clean reputation as a primary producer."

Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport General Manager Robert Kasch said he was "proud that the Darling Downs had been selected as the location for the Regional Trade Distribution Pilot Centre".

"As a proud Toowoomba-based company, the interests of Wellcamp Airport are closely intertwined with those of primary producers and processors across the Darling Downs and regional Queensland," Mr Kasch said.

"We look forward to building a centre which will take the agricultural export capacity for this region to the next level, for the benefit of generations to come."

Wagners plans on a 10-month build, with construction starting in the second quarter of 2020. ● freetimes.com.au

COMMUNITY DIARY SENIOR CITIZENS Warwick Senior Citizens monthly activities are at 13a Albert Street, Warwick. First Monday each month - Hoy (cards) from 2pm. First Tuesday each month - Friendship morning from 9am.

Every Monday - 500 (cards) from 9am11.30am. Every Tuesday - TAI CHI from 9am. Every Wednesday - Indoor bowls from 9.30am-11.30am. Every Friday Crazy Whist (cards) from 9am-11.30am.

Yoga every Monday. Subscription $10 per year and covers all activities. Phone Margaret on 0458 444 101, or Col 0407 131 050.

HEART SUPPORT The Warwick Heart Support Group meets the last Monday each month (except December and January) in the Founder's Room at Slade Campus at 11am. Lunch after a short meeting.

Every second meeting a guest speaker attends. A warm welcome awaits any person who may have experienced a Heart issue. Phone Norm on 4661 5421 or Jenny on 4664 8173.

SPEAK UP At Warwick Toastmasters Club meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at the CWA Hall, Grafton Street, from 7pm 9pm. Everyone is welcome to attend as a guest (free), meet new friends, hone your public speaking skills and build your confidence in a friendly atmosphere. For more incall Alice on 0402 032 502.

NAVY CADETS Navy Cadets TS Kookaburra Cadets Stanthorpe meet every Sunday at

the Red Bridge Circuit from 12pm to 4.30pm. For more information call PO ANC Peter Beacroft on 0418 673 298.

GET CRAFTY The Sew Crafty Chicks hold their craft morning every Friday at the Warwick Bowls Club, Fitzroy Street, Warwick from 9am to 11.30am. Everyone welcome, come and enjoy good company, morning tea, work on your own projects, or learn new ones. Cost $5. For more info call Yvonne on 4667 3194 or 0427 673 194.

HAVE A HIT Social Table Tennis is every Monday at the Stanthorpe Fitness Centre, Talc Street, from 10am to 12pm. $5, everything provided. Call 4681 2411.

PLAY BRIDGE Stanthorpe Bridge Club meets every Thursday at the Senior Citizens Rooms, Marsh Street, Stanthorpe, at 11am.

LIFE LEARNING U3A Provide short courses for older people who enjoy learning but prefer the freedom to study where and when they choose. Inquiries to Neil Bonnell on 4661 8221 or visit www.u3awarwick.org.au

SING IT UP The Granite Belt Junior Choir meets every Tuesday of school terms, at 3.30pm, at The Stanthorpe Little Theatre , 20 Connor Street, Stanhtorpe.

Great opportunity to learn singing and experience performing in public. All school aged singers welcome to come and give it a try before joining.

For more information email granitebeltjuniorchoir@gmail.com or follow @granitebeltjuniorchoir on Facebook for updates.

KIDS' MUSIC

close Tuesday 12 November, with the trip on Tuesday 19 November, and departing at 7.30am. For any information phone Carmel on 4661 3136.

'mainly music' - a music and play program for preschool children and their families - held at the Warwick Uniting Church, Guy St. Thursdays 9:15 - 10:45 - during school terms.

SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER Over 50's Social Club - noon, Criterion Hotel, Palmerin Street, Warwick. Contact warwickssc@gmail.com or phone Jen 0400 505 943.

FRIDAY 8 NOVEMBER Morning Melodies with Terry Arnold will be on Friday 8 November at the Warwick RSL Club Bistro from 10.30am. Coffee and cake available for purchase.

WEDNESDAY 20 NOVEMBER · Rose City Probus Club will meet on Wednesday 20 November at the Warwick Christian College Dining Hall, Horsman Road, Warwick, from 9.30am. $8.50, morning tea, guest speaker. Other outings, destinations of interest, group travels to shows.

Phone roy on 4661 9728, or Lola on 0427 560 084. · VIEW Club meeting and lunch (3rd Wed each month) - 11am start at Golf Club, Warwick. Join women sharing lunch whilst at same time supporting work of the Smith Family. Contact Michelle 0477 911 234. It's the club's birthday dress theme is hearts and flowers.

SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER · Warwick and District Country Music Club Monthly Social will be on Sunday 10 November at the Railway Institute Hall, Hamilton Street, Warwick starting at 11am. $10 entry includes lunch, afternoon tea, plus all day tea and coffee. Enjoy a great day out, bring a friend and meet new ones. Contact Rod on 0427 622 687, or Maggie on 0434 531 768. · St Mary's Crafty Group will meet on Sunday 10 November at the admin building next to the Catholic Church in Warwick, from 1pm to 4pm. Contact Patrice on 4661 1033.

SUNDAY 24 NOVEMBER

MONDAY 11 NOVEMBER

The next monthly meeting of the Warwick Lure Coursing Club will be held on Sunday 24 November at the Henry Joppich Park, next to the cemetery on Wentworth Street, Warwick. Please arrive by 8:30am for a 9:00am start.

Dogs of all breeds will enjoy and are very welcome. This is last meeting of year - 1 dog trial followed by christmas party. Inquiries and entries to Peter at briggsweedbusters@skymesh.com.au or phone 0417 816 910.

National Seniors General Meeting will be on Monday 11 November at the Condamine Sports Club front room, with special meeting before general meeting, from 11.15am. We would like all members to attend please. Phone President Carmel on 4661 3136.

TUESDAY 12 NOVEMBER National Seniors last trip for 2019 will be to the Ginger Factory for a tour of the factory and tasting, and lunch. Bookings

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HIGHWAY WORKS The Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) says work will commence in November on maintenance of the Cunningham Highway north of Warwick between Fisher Park and Cunningham's Gap. Motorists have expressed ongoing frustration with a 60kmh speed limit on that section of highway which TMR says was "imposed in late 2018 due to the road's condition".

A department spokesman told the Free Times "maintenance works are planned for the Cunningham Highway, between Fisher Park and the Gap area, from November to January 2020".

"These include rehabilitation works, repairs, resurfacing and other minor maintenance," the spokesman said.

"Substantial works, including major rebuilding and rehabilitation, are needed on the Cunningham Highway west section, including Cunningham's Gap. "We have undertaken extensive investigations to ensure the right treatments are provided.

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National Ag Day on Thursday 21 November will be marked on the Southern Downs with a 'Field Day for Farmers' including a presentation on 'natural grazing' by land management specialist Dick Richardson and a 'paddock walk'. Dick Richardson has more than 30 years of international grazing and land management experience and the 'paddock walk' will be held on the property of Hugh and Shelley Barnett at Goomburra.

The event is being hosted by Condamine Headwaters Landcare and will be held from 8.45am to 4pm, meeting at the Goomburra Hall. The cost is just $40 per person or $60 for two (including lunch and an action plan). Bookings to Helen Lewis on 0418 785 285 or online at www.trybooking.com/ BGPVM

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Federal Maranoa MP David Littleproud says rural health is being bolstered in Stanthorpe and Warwick with the Queensland Rural Medical Education securing $99,000 through the Federal Government's Destination Australia program for three scholarship placements.

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"Apart from helping students get the necessary skills for a job in rural health, these scholarships help support local businesses and promote Maranoa as an attractive study destination because of our lifestyle, cost of living and smaller class size.

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The three organisations have created educational job placements for residents with the intention of retaining our region's skilled workers. Fifteen participants are currently employed at Storm King Dam on infrastructure projects and are gaining accreditation for newly acquired skills.

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"During drought or off seasons, it is not uncommon for agricultural workers to require supplementary work, with some seeking this work outside the region.

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Warwick Golf Club president Don Stewart said the Club raised $3600 on the day, with $500 courtesy of the Friday night raffle, in addition to Greg Carey's very kind donation of $500.

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BARTY A REAL BREATH OF FRESH AIR What a wonderful week of sport on the international stage and great to see Ash Barty leading the way with a wonderful win in the season ending WTA finals in Shenzen and collecting a massive pay cheque along the way.

You cannot but be impressed with this amazingly talented young lady. No talk of fast cars or extravagance after her win. She's looking forward to the simple things in life. After hopefully guiding Australia and her team mates to victory in this week's Fed Cup she says she is looking forward to putting her feet up at home in Ipswich with a cold beer but not before spoiling her niece and nephew with a swing set. How refreshing. Barty is so relatable; is it any wonder Australians love her so much. A real breath of fresh air.

Teh Springboks set a trap and executed it perfectly in the Rugby World Cup final in Japan last weekend. They caught the English off guard and they never recovered.

When speaking about inspirational sports people it is hard to go past the Springboks captain, Siya Kolisi. The first South African black man to lead a country unfortunately is still very divided Kolisi gave an inspiring speech following the game. He said he hoped that the win would help unite a fractured South African Society still divided by colour.

"We love you, South Africa, and we can achieve anything if we work together as one."

What an impressive man who has risen from poverty none of us could imagine to a leader in his country.

Then of course there was an amazing game of Rugby League at Eden Park NZ where the Kangaroos were found wanting losing to Tonga. The first time since 1978 that the Kangaroos have lost to a country other than NZ or England.

It was a show of sheer passion combined with some amazing talent from those playing in teh Red and White as opposed to some of the Kangaroos who almost seemed disinterested.

Makes you wonder how much store some of those Aussie players place on wearing that wonderful green and gold jersey. Dare I say they were simply disappointing.

Of course as we rush to get this edition put to bed we are racing the clock to get all the necessary ducks in a row before the barriers break for the great race. This time next week we will be lauding another great Melbourne Cup winner.

Hope whatever Melbourne Cup fancy you have settled on runs well especially if it is one that I'm on. Giddup.

- Casey MEDAL OF MEDALLIST WINNERS DECIDED The winners of the previous 12 Monthly Medals lined up last Saturday to play in the Medal of Medallist round in Stanthorpe.

Taking the honours in a hot field it was the February Medal winner Michael Thompson, Thompson's score of nett 73 ensured his name is added to the Roy Carnell Memorial Trophy sponsored by the Carnell Family.

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Nikki Waterworth had to survive a countback before being announced the winner of the Ladies Medal of Medallists on Saturday at the Stanthorpe Golf Club. Accepting her trophy Nikki (left) is pictured with sponsor Trish Fittock.

Matt Gillett, who was one of the most popular Broncos to visit Stanthorpe recently, has been forced into early retirement - another rugby league player finishing 2019 with serious shoulder problems. Gillett will be missed on and off the field by Broncos fans.

Waterworth was awarded the honour of Ladies Medal of Medallist winner.

Saturday also marked the first qualifying medal event for the 2020 Medal of Medallist and was kindly sponsored by Howard and Adele Poole. Wasting no time qualifying was prominent junior golfer Matt Burgess with an excellent round of nett 65. NO too far off the pace was Tod Beckett who returned nett 68.

Nikki Waterworth also claimed the first spot in the Ladies 2020 event with her score of 72. Jennifer Sparkes produced a good round to claim ladies' runner up.

Scott Constable (72) and Nikki Waterworth (88) had the best Gross score in the respective competitions. Ian Pickering finished the round with the best putting record for the Men and Nikki Waterworth for the ladies.

Nikki Waterworth certainly had a good round recording an eagle at the par five 13th hole. She also had the Best Approach shot at 17 while Marge Locke did best at 12.

Pin shots were held by Keith Allen (3), Matt Waterworth (12) and Wes Smith (17).

Pro-pins were won by Kev Rowling at 1/10, Ian Henderson at 5/14 and Ian Harvey at 9/18.

Rundowns in the mens' went to scores of nett 73 and ladies' to nett 75.

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A timesheet Next Saturday is the M&D Auto Golf Day, a single Stableford event sponsored

by M&D Auto. There is a time sheet for the event on the board at the club house and players are urged to get their names in quickly as this popular event is filling fast.

FUTURE EVENTS Stanthorpe Golf Club will be hosting a Vets mixed 4BBB Stableford on Monday 18 Nov and a time sheet is on the inside notice board.

I most people are trying hard to ignore the fact that Christmas is bearing down on us like an out of control freight train but what it does mean is that golfers should be making preparations for the highly popular Boxing Day Classic. If you have been able to block out Christmas then the fact that the time sheet for this event has been posted on the notice board at the club and several names have already been entered will serve as a reality check.. You might be able to put Christmas on hold for a little longer but for please get you names in for the Boxing Day Classic as soon as possible.

SPORTING SHOOTERS ON THE RANGE It was all business on Sunday at the Inglewood Sporting Shooters headquarters on Sunday.

One of the dammed Mexicans from South if the border took the prize in the Single Action shoot. Dirty Dan McCosker outscored a Texas Ranger, Iain Bowen and another Mexican the harmonica playing Mesquite from Yetman. You're just not safe anywhere anymore.

Things were a little more civilised down the back in the Metallic Silhouette competition where kit was Stephanie Dudgeon taking the chocolates ahead of Mark Cairns and Richard White.

The Juniors showed how it was done in a competition of their own. It was a close thing but Georgia Cairns got the win ahead of Hayden Cairns and who tied for second spot making for a Cairns trifecta.

Everyone is hoping Hope to see more of the trio in coming weeks.

On Sunday the club is holding a Rimfire Rifle comp at 10.00 am followed by Service Pistol at 12.00. Anyone interested in shooting Single Action at 9.00am please contact Tom Donald. For further details check out the club's Facebook page.

MARYVALE SHOW FORM By their own standards Maryvale have had a somewhat indifferent start to the 2019/20 Warwick Cricket season and are sitting on 11 points after five rounds. Last weekend however they showed what they are capable of when they simply outclassed Redbacks in a very one sided affair. Batting first on the Slade pitch Maryvale posted Redbacks a healthy run chase of 234.

Openers Michael Bourke (49) and Dave Walker (22) set a solid platform and Andrew Ryan who came in first drop did not disappoint scoring a ton. He remained 100 not out at the end of the innings.

While there were some outstanding performances in the Maryvale innings it did include a couple of duck eggs with Keiran and Paul Bourke not troubling the scoreboard attendants.

Although the batsmen had the best of the battle with the bowlers James Kurtz caused the most damage with the ball taking four wickets. He finished with 4/42 from his seven overs.

The Redbacks run chase began disastrously and never got any better.

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for two and five respectively and until Mark Mills batting at number six came in five was the highest score of the day. Mills top scored with 13 which says it all. Sundries posted the next best which was 11. Ducks were popular - in fact there were five as Redbacks were bundled out for just 42.

Mitch Darton had a field day with the ball. He removed batsmen four of the five top order thanks in part to some good catching from his team mates. He bowled a total of eight over and finished the day with six wickets for a paltry 10.

It was an early finish for both sides as Maryvale wrapped up a 191 run win.

GATEBALL GAMES Six players split into two teams for the Friday Gateball games last week.

Despite the small numbers the games were very competitive. Bill Golding, Val Fancourt and Heather Widderick formed Team One. Their opponents in team two were Andrea Denkewitz, Grace Howard and Sharyn Roser.

The opening game was extremely close with scores tied until the final play of the game where Bill Golding made a gate handing his team a one-point advantage.

The final score 10-9.

Game two was another tight affair. Val Fancourt scored an agari for Team One and they took the honours 12-11.

After the break Team Two regrouped and found some winning form. Grace Howard played very well sparking one of her opponents of the court as she and her team scored a 12-9 win in game three.

Whatever Team two discussed at the break must have worked because they scored the biggest win of the morning in the final game. Andrea Denkewitz made two 'agaris' and Sharyn Roser also played well.

The score in the final game 18-10.

WHEATVALE HEAD THE STANDINGS Wheatvale maintained their spot at the top of the standings after round five of the Warwick Condamine Cup competition with three-wicket win over Allora.

Allora batted first and despite a gutsy 60 from opener Tim Kajewski wickets collapsed around him. In a disappointing result for Allora the next best score was eight. You could have been forgiven for thinking there was something in the water last weekend because this was another innings where ducks were prominent. Four batsmen dismissed without posting a score.

Chris Cantwell bowled very well.

Although the wickets were shared among the Allora attack it was Cantwell who shone taking four wickets for just two runs from a four over spell.

Wheatvale were faced with a small run chase of just 94 and their innings also did not start in spectacular style as they also lost their opening three batsmen for just 12 runs. The bowlers once again looked to have the better of the batsmen in the second innings also. There were some nervous moments for Wheatvale supporters as another couple of ducks also wandered into this innings. It was a game saving innings from the Wheatvale number 10 batsmen Jordan Storehouse (24) that proved the difference. In the end it was a three wicket win to Wheatvale. Jamie Homes bowled well taking the prize wickets of openers Lachy Boal and Doherty who fell cheaply.

He finished the innings withn3/16 and was well supported by Meddleton (2/18).

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AROUND THE GROUNDS SOUTHERN CROSS BOWLS CLUB Results for last Thursday mixed social bowls - Wicky Wickham/Daffy Cross, Pitcher Frame, Crosscut Sawyer 16 def Chris, Linda Hartley, Barry Heffernan 9. Leprechaun Lee, Hilton Marriott 17 def June McElvie Val Gray 10.

Saturday social mixed bowls results - Mouse Hartley, Mega Mooney 29 def Cita Weier, Clark Davidson 17. Pitcher Frame, Chilla Scotney 25 def P Jackson, Brian Bourke 10. Poker Face Francis, Zeppi Torrisi, Fifty Shades Gray 25 def Thea Francis, Greg Johnson, Rob Francis 15.

This Thursday 7 November at 1pm there will be social mixed bowls hosted by the ladies. For enquiries phone Ladies President Chris 0412 027 342.

Saturday 9 November we will have social/QRI mixed bowls at 1.00pm. All welcome. Be there by 12.30pm. Enquiries phone Men’s President Dave 0429 130 348.

Wednesday 13 November Turkey Triples 10.00am.

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SOUTHERN DOWNS RIFLE CLUB RESULTS 3/11/19 300 yards F Class (open) Margaret Taylor 115.5, Dennis Wood 87.1. (standard) Dave Taylor 121.6, Bruce McAllan 113.2, Richard McKillop 108.3.

300 yards Military Tom Higgins 91.1, Adrian Sinclair 75, Bob Tyllyer 70.

A fine hot morning last Sunday with mirage and switching winds that increased during the morning.

Dave Taylor had a fine shoot to take the honours in standard class, with Margaret and Tom getting first place in their respective classes. Next Sunday 10th November we will be starting shooting at 8.00am for the summer months, sign on at 7.30am for 8.00am start, hope to see you all there.

score on 17. The fall of wicket brought Jamie Carnell to the middle and he and Tim Harslett took the score to 41 before Harslett (26) was caught by Alan Donges off the bowling of Geoff Swan. Brock Patti, the Wanderers captain joined Carnell at the crease and the pair put together a 66 run partnership before Patti (17) was dismissed.

Wanderers easily reeled in the remaining runs wrapping up the win midway through the 33rd over with Jamie Carnell who is striking the ball beautifully undefeated on 55.

BIG WIN FOR RSL RSL and South's faced off last Saturday for the first time this season. It was RSL who came away with the points in a one sided affair played on Sheehan Oval.

After winning the toss it was no surprise when RSL chose to bat first. Their Sam Dowie is in good touch and fell just shy of another half century when he was caught

by Tom Bonner off the bowling of South's captain Ben Staley. 32 runs from Luke Brady helped push the score along and at the end of the innings RSL had set their opponents a run chase of 167. While the RSL tailenders showed little resistance the addition to the total of 54 extras was welcome news. Liam Lanza had a forgettable day with ball in hand bowling 21 wides in his seven overs. He was not the only culprit Tim Furness and the captain Ben Staley also adding to a disappointing number of extras.

In reply the South's batsmen barely gave a bleat; all out for 47 in just 17 over, four duck eggs and The Souths innings included Dan Davies was the only batsman to make it into double figures. He top scored with 18 runs. Sam Dowie had a hand in four of the dismissals taking three wickets and catching the dangerous Ben Staley off the bowling of young spinner Rohan Hines.

Hines impressed once again. His leggie's proving a handful for the South's batsmen.

Hines finished with three wickets for 11 runs and he was also involved in the run out of South's last batsman Tim Furness.

Impressive as his figures were Sam Dowie stole the show with figures of three wickets for three runs off three overs.

RSL have a bye this weekend while valley's play Wanderers at Sheehan Oval and on thee CF White Oval Tenterfield go head to head with South's.

RETURNING TRAVELLERS BOOST NUMBERS Numbers at the Stanthorpe Bridge tables were increased last week as several travellers returned to the roost. Members played a 3 1/2 table Howell and the winners were Carole Lihou and Margaret Finlay. Keith

Proudly holding the Roy Carnell Memorial Trophy for the 2019 Medal of Medallists is winner Michael Thompson.

Thompson qualified for the round with a win back in February. He is pictured with Club Captain Richard Reardon.

Barnett and Lynn Simmers finished in a tie for second place with John Fernie and Helen Reeves.

If you would like to join the Bridge group they play Thursday's in the Seniors Citizen's Room at the Stanthorpe Civic Centre.

INTEREST IN RICOCHET Ricochet Croquet is also proving a popular form of the Croquet game. Peter Tunbridge played some of his best shots of the season last week when he scored three runs of three hoops in a row. He was then the first to peg out, despite having some difficulty getting his blue ball to score.

Carol Verwey was very consistent with her long shots and managed two runs of two hoops in a row.

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While Andrea continued to play well Tunbridge and Roser worked into the game nicely. Denkewitz retained the advantage and when her opponents had only one ball remaining on court she was preventing them from pegging out when she accidentally pegged out her own ball leaving her opponent's ball near the peg. The result - game over 26-22 in favour of Tunbridge and Roser. It was certainly an entertaining game. ●

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Soverign batted first and were all out for 69. John Cleary was back in action for Colts on Sunday and bowling at his best taking four wickets for 17 runs. In a disappointing innings Sundries again played a big role - the total of 18 greater than any of the batsmen's scores. Best of the batsmen was Luke Cullen who was dismissed for 15 by Cleary.

Colts had little difficulty reeling in the required runs despite losing opener Kiernan for a duck egg.

Mitch Bourke remained not out 36 as did High Inmon who added 22 runs to the total.

The game was over in the 12th over when the Colts batsmen passed the required total with seven wickets in hand.

The Warwick ladder after five rounds looks like this:-Wheatvale 16; Colts 15; Sovereign 12; Maryvale 11;Victoria Hill 11; Allora 5; Redbacks 3 SEASON IN FULL SWING Players have pressed the go button in the Stanthorpe Cricket season and we are seeing some stand-out performances early in the season.

Last weekend RSL showed they will once again be right in the mix after a comprehensive win over Souths who have not had their best start to a season.

Wanderers had an excellent win over Tenterfield. Both games were played in Stanthorpe.

On the CF White Oval Tenterfield won the toss and elected to bat. Opener Nick Savins and Adam Genninges got the visitors off to a promising start. The score passing the half century mark before the loss of the first wicket when Nick Savins was dismissed off the bowling of Brock Patti. Incoming batsman Ben Austin lasted only a few balls before he fell for a duck.

The wicket of Adam Genninges (40) was the next to fall. With exception of Danny Potter who hit 27 from23 balls (including three boundaries) batsmen found scoring difficult and Tenterfield were all out in the 36th over for 142. The Tenterfield total was helped significantly with34 extras including 27 wides and two no balls adding to the total. Had Wanderers been able to hold on to some of the eight missed catches the total could have been a lot less.

Bowlers Brock Patti, Weylin Aldridge and Andrew Einam each took two wickets, with Patti the most economical. His pair coming off just five overs and conceding only 14 runs.

Wanderers knocked over the required runs in easy fashion despite the loss of opener Paul Carriage for nine with the

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NEW PLAYER The Golf Croquet Group have welcomed their latest member Janet Raub and she has enjoyed meting players and getting to know the game over the past few weeks.

It is also good to see the return of Bev Sullivan and Pauline Inglis. The pair have returned fit and healthy. Last week Kathy Hopgood had a solid win scoring 10 hoops in her first game against Pauline Inglis and Janet Raub who were just warming up. Each scored one hoop for a final score of 10-2 in Kathy's favour. Bev Sullivan played Sharyn Roser and in a game that was closer than the final 10-6 score indicated.

In the second round Bev Sullivan played Sharyn Roser and Janet Raub. Hoops were scored alternately throughout the game until Sullivan snatched a 7-6 win over the opposition.

ASSOCIATION CROUET GAMES There some interesting games on the court on Tuesday at the Association Croquet games. Pat Schnoor partnered Heather Widderick in a game against Peter Tunbridge and Grace Howard. Tunbridge had a break of three and he and Grace went on to take a 26-14 win in the game despite Pat Schnoor recording two breaks of four hoops in a row. Jenny Tunbridge joined Carol Verwey in a game against Effey Russell and Andrea Denkewitz. Jenny and Andrea each recorded a break of three hoops in a row. Effey also played well. She made a 'peel' and a break of two but in a close game honours went to Tunbridge and Verwey who recorded a 23 to 21 win.

MCLAUGHLIN WIN AT SPORTERS Shane McLaughlan was first into the winner's circle at Sporters on Sunday after their week lay-off due to the Stanthorpe Open. Runner up Cody Leotta headlined a good day out for the Leotta family who did not leave many scraps for the remainder of the field. There were Leotta's everywhere.

Casey returned the Best Gross and also cleaned up the Pro Pin. The run-downs went to Aaron Simmers and you guessed, another Leotta, Paul. The Pin Shot at the 12th went unclaimed but Terry Byrnes collected at 17. The meat trays went home with the overall winner Shane McLaughlan and fresh from her win in the medal of Medallist on Saturday, Nikki Waterworth.

Sporters are back on track and tee off this weekend at the normal summer time of 7.30-8.00am.

EASY WIN FOR COLTS On Sunday Colts and Soverign wrapped up round five of the Warwick Cricket fixtures with a game at Slade Park.

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