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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk I am very strongly of the belief that Queensland's Right To Information (RTI) laws are in need of serious review (see cover story, pages 4&5).

As a media outlet, the Free Times employs the RTI process in order to obtain information from the Southern Downs Regional Council in the normal course of reporting on issues of concern and interest in the region.

But really, much of the material sought through this process should be provided by the council without having to resort to what can be a lengthy and complex process.

It should be made available in the interests of transparency and openness.

Instead, this council and others often use the process to 'tie up' requests and keep information away from the public eye.

I appreciate there can on occasion be valid reasons for declining the release of certain information, for example on the grounds of commercial sensitivity. And even then, in very limited circumstances.

But the process as it stands is far too open to protracted delays in informing the public. A wide-ranging review of these processes by the State Government is well and truly overdue.

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THIS WEEK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT…

GORGE CROSSINGS CONTROVERSY Residents of the Condamine Gorge above Killarney are furious at road base laid over the river crossings by the Southern Downs Regional Council in recent weeks.

The move comes as controversy over the crossings grows, with some residents in favour of a potential plan to construct concrete culverts over the Gorge crossings to improve vehicle access, while others remain adamantly opposed on environmental grounds.

One ongoing issue is the use of the picturesque Gorge by 4WD enthusiasts from outside the region and associated impacts including damage to the natural features of the Gorge and rubbish.

The council released the following statement last week after a backlash over the road base "Senior Council staff met on site (on Friday 6 December) with representatives from Department of Environment and Science (DES) to inspect every crossing along the Condamine River Road," the statement said.

The Condamine River through the Gorge in wetter times.

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The Condamine Gorge is known for its natural beauty and popularity with both horse and 4WD enthusiasts.

"The focus of the meeting for DES was gaining a better understanding of the local environment, the specifics of the works

undertaken and the material used.

"The department is investigating the works and determining a way forward,

Council remains focused on working proactively with the Department to address matters arising from their advice.

"As soon as Council has more information, a timeframe and an understanding of the best way forward, this information will be shared with the community.

"Once more information is at hand a date will be set for the stakeholders meeting to be held in Killarney." ●

MAJOR FUNDING FOR SCHOOL HOPE IN INDUSTRIAL BLOCKS More than $5 million in Capital Grants Program funds will go towards upgrades at Warwick's St Mary's School, "providing students with the best platform for academic success", Federal Maranoa MP David Littleproud announced last week.

"The Federal Government wants to give regional students the best chance to succeed and having state-of-the-art facilities benefits the whole school community," Mr Littleproud said during a visit to the school last Friday 6 December.

"These projects at St Mary's are certainly going to help students develop skills needed in the 21st century workforce.

"I congratulate St Mary's School on making the most out of the Capital Grants Program and I'm happy to see that the facilities are going to be a great support for our budding students as they grow and prepare to make their contribution to society in the future.

"Education is a state responsibility and this is part of our commitment to making sure students have the support they need to succeed in the classroom.

"We're ensuring that every child gets a quality education no matter where they go to school."

Projects at St Mary's include building -

St Mary’s School principal Emma Timmins, David Littleproud and Fr Franco Filipetto at last week’s funding announcement.

Eight new general learning areas New prep areas An administration block A multipurpose area A covered lunch area Student amenities "The Government has committed $703 million until 2022, which provides funding for non-government schools to improve capital infrastructure," Mr Littleproud said. · Schools that want to learn more about the Capital Grants Program can visit https:// www.education.gov.au/capital-grants-nongovernment-schools. ● · · · · · ·

The Southern Downs Regional Council says the official opening of the Stanthorpe Industrial Estate extension at Rowley Court last week with Mayor Tracy Dobie and the State Minister for Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs Stirling Hinchliffe "opens the door to new businesses and industry within Stanthorpe as well as setting the footprint for future expansion".

"Funded through Works for Queensland, the three newly completed allotments are of varying sizes (1ha, 5,750m2 and 4,250m2) to allow for the development of medium to large businesses," a spokeswoman said.

Cr Dobie said the council has "a multipronged approach to securing the future of the region and creating opportunities and employment on the Southern Downs".

"Our region is currently dealing with a range of critical issues in the short term, however Council cannot afford to lose sight of the medium and long term vision to build foundations and infrastructure that will secure our future and help our region grow," Cr Dobie said.

"This expansion of the Stanthorpe Industrial Estate is another example of what can be achieved with positive collaboration between the local and State Government."

Mr Hinchliffe also inspected new infrastructure at the Stanthorpe Industrial Estate, funded through $775,000 from the State Government's $600 million Works for Queensland program.

"These works have extended this area for businesses to expand as well as attract new businesses, and in doing so, will give Stanthorpe an economic lift with flow-on effects to families through jobs," he said.

"Through Works for Queensland, Southern Downs has had $8.7 million allocated to 30 projects, which have created or supported 265 jobs."

The council spokeswoman said the new allotments "are fully serviced with bitumen frontage, kerb and channelling, water, street lighting, electricity and telecommunications including NBN".

"A large stormwater detention basin was also constructed and the existing undersized water main from the original industrial estate upgraded to allow for current and future expansion," the spokeswoman said.

"The allotments will be offered for sale by tender.

"The land is conveniently located within half a kilometre from the New England Highway which is a major interstate heavy transport thoroughfare." ●

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COVER STORY The council is refusing a Right To Information request to obtain a copy of the new Master Plan for the Warwick Saleyards.

SECRECY CLOSE TO HOME...

BY JEREMY SOLLARS aids by the Federal Police on journalists' homes, whistleblowers living in fear of criminal charges and prison terms, intelligence agencies spying on Australians - you could be forgiven for thinking you're living in some kind of police state, not the free and democratic Australia we cherish.

But while national media organisations trumpet their efforts to peer behind the wall of government secrecy, closer to home the reality is that local government - including the Southern Downs Regional Council - is likewise doing its utmost to prevent the release of vital information in the public interest.

Over the course of the last two years, the Southern Free Times has lodged a number of 'Right To Information' (RTI) requests with the Southern Downs Regional Council on a range of topics about which it is clear the public has a 'right to know'.

In some cases internal council documents - in the form of emails, memoranda, consultants' and internal officer reports and other material - have been released to us in a relatively timely fashion, although usually with certain information 'redacted' or deleted, or blocked out in bold black ink.

applications through a complex process of 'commercial-in-confidence' and similar provisions, as well as a lengthy chain of 'reviews', even extending as far as Queenslands' Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) and, in one case, the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) and the engagement of a private law firm to attempt to prevent the release of information.

As well as placing barriers in front of the media, such processes also tie up internal council staffing resources at a cost to the ratepayer.

But it's not just through the RTI process that our council and others seek to keep information away from the public and media eye - the extensive use of 'confidential' sessions in monthly meetings of councillors, and decision-making in behind-closed-door 'briefing sessions' also serve as mechanisms for hiding information.

Normal practice for the Free Times in seeking information from the council is to issue a request via email to the council's media team - who it must be said display the utmost professionalism in the conduct of their duties - who then confer with senior management to formulate a response.

If our attempts to seek access to specific documents through a simple request are denied, it's then that the RTI process can come into play.

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Protection of sources is guaranteed.

But in other key instances the council has actively sought to prolong, delay, restrict or otherwise frustrate the legitimate process of accessing relevant and important information.

Right To Information is regulated in Queensland by the State Government and the legislation as it stands in practice 'favours disclosure' to media outlets.

But in reality, councils can 'tie up' RTI

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But if access is granted - in full or inpart - it comes at a cost, with the council charging for the release of documents, costs calculated dependant on the number of pages of material being requested and the staff time involved in locating material within the council's records management systems, and processing time including photo-copying.

Topics on which the Free Times has sought material from the council in recent times - with limited degrees of success include drought-related water contingency plans, waste management (including asbestos), the University of Queensland solar farm at Sladevale north of Warwick, internal council workplace practices and culture and the Warwick Saleyards.

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Perhaps the most notable example of the council's efforts to suppress information is that of consultants' reports commissioned into the workplace morale and culture of the council, one of the region's largest employers.

As far back as late 2016 the Free Times was made aware of what was described by multiple sources as a "toxic" culture within the council's workforce, and serious allegations of bullying and of staff experiencing mental health detriment.

We became aware of the existence of a 'Labour Force Strategy' report prepared by external human resources consultants understood to have compiled staff feedback and outlining recommendations for improvement of working conditions and culture - commissioned by the council in the early part of 2018.

After our initial request to obtain the material was refused we lodged a Right To Information request in July 2018.

The council managed to frustrate the release of the report for more than 12 months by initiating a series of review appeals, including to the Office of the Information Commissioner, which, on Thursday 12 September this year, ruled that release of the material to the Free Times was in the public interest.

But the council didn't stop there, engaging a private law firm to file an appeal against release with the Queensland Civil and Administrative Affairs Tribunal, notification of which was given to the Free Times on Wednesday 9 October.

The following day, Thursday 10 October, either by coincidence or otherwise, an anonymous source provided copies of the documents to the Free Times - with the council eventually sending us the same documents a few weeks ago, having apparently dropped the QCAT action and to 'finalise' our original RTI request.

Following the receipt of the documents

The council’s ‘Labour Force Strategy’ was eventually leaked to the Free Times by an anonymous source. So much for ‘Right To Information’. Senior council staff also keep “file notes” on interactions with members of the public. from the anonymous source the documents became the subject of a story published on Thursday 17 October. The council was given a right of reply, duly published on Thursday 7 November.

SALEYARDS SECRECY? Throughout 2017 and 2018 the Free Times extensively covered the issue of a potential plan by the Southern Downs Regional Council to privatise or 'outsource' management of the Warwick Saleyards to an external operator, which drew fierce opposition from many in the region's rural sector.

The plan was eventually shelved by the council in June 2018 but since then an external consultant commissioned by the council has finalised a new 'management plan', understood to outline future options for the saleyards' development.

While the council is on record as stating private management of the Saleyards is 'off-the-table' during the council's current term - which ends in March next year with the Queensland local government elections - the Free Times is of the view that the detail of the Warwick Saleyards' new management plan is very much in the public interest.

We lodged an RTI in early October seeking access both to the management plan and to minutes of the Saleyards Advisory Committee meeting held on 29 August 2019, with most of that committee's meetings since 2016 having been confidential.

We were advised earlier this week by the council that 'part access' has been granted to the meeting minutes from 29 August 2019,

Queensland's Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) conducts 'compliance audits' on the performance of Queensland councils in relation to the 'Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld)' and the 'Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld)'.

While it is yet to report on the performance of the Southern Downs Regional Council, it last month tabled in State Parliament a report on Bundaberg Regional Council.

In a media statement the OIC said it had "found that the (Bundaberg Regional Council) is committed to right to information and information privacy".

"Although it still needs to develop and implement some policies, systems and processes, it has worked hard to comply with its legislative obligations," the OIC statement said.

"OIC made 12 recommendations which the council supports and intends to implement.

"OIC will monitor the council's progress".

Information Commissioner Rachael Rangihaeata said she was "pleased council took action to improve right to information and privacy compliance following our 2018 self-assessment electronic audit".

"It identified several aspects of its practices it could improve and developed an action plan to address them," she said.

"The recommendations of this compliance audit will support Bundaberg Regional Council's accountability, transparency and safeguards for the community's personal information."

privacy impact assessments into its core business and therefore, cannot be sure it has identified and effectively mitigated the privacy risks of its activities or projects · is open and transparent about the personal information it holds, but the collection notice it often uses is too broad for individuals to make an informed decision whether to share their personal information · needs to do more work about how it operates and manages its surveillance cameras · has a range of administrative access arrangements in place, thus supporting the push model, however it could promote them better.

ON THE RADAR? A spokesman for the OIC last week told the Free Times it "conducts a range of assurance engagements including compliance audits of single government agencies".

"These audits assess the extent to which the agencies comply with their right to information and information privacy obligations," the spokesman said.

"The audit results are outlined in reports tabled in Parliament.

"OIC's Audit and Evaluation team undertakes an annual risk assessment of agencies.

"The results inform the team's program of work for the coming twelve month period. At this stage Southern Downs Regional Council is not scheduled for a compliance audit.

"However, this may change over time." ●

OIC "KEY FINDINGS"

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Bundaberg Regional Council: · does not have an information governance framework that supports the proactive disclosure objectives of the Right to Information Act 2009.

However, during the audit, it assigned responsibility for proactive disclosure across the council to its Information Services Steering Committee · has limited performance measures for monitoring progress in achieving the broader objectives of the Acts · like most Queensland local governments, has not yet embedded

The Southern Free Times views the protection of sources of information - on whatever topic - as paramount.

We understand it can be difficult and confronting to take a decision to bring information to the attention of the media and the public. We respect the wishes of any source, or whistleblower, to be un-named in any potential story and identities will always be protected.

Anyone wishing to have a confidential discussion on any local topic is welcome to contact the editor, Jeremy Sollars, on 0427 090 818. ●

but release of the 119-page Master Plan has been refused, primarily on the grounds of commercial considerations.The Free Times

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NEW PIPELINE OFFICIALLY OPENED

BY JEREMY SOLLARS Queensland Local Government Minister Stirling Hinchliffe and Southern Downs councillors last week posed for photos during the official opening of the $6.5 million new water pipeline from Storm King Dam to the Stanthorpe Water Treatment Plant at Mount Marley.

The pipeline is not to be confused with new emergency water infrastructure installed by the Queensland Government at Storm King Dam ahead of imminent carting of water via road tanker from Connolly Dam in Warwick once Storm King Dam runs dry, which is likely to be a matter of weeks or even days away.

New holding tanks, standpipes and poly piping at Storm King Dam and upgrades to the water treatment plant to handle the Connolly Dam water have cost the government $2.4 million, and the water carting will cost an estimated $800,000 a month until significant rainfall is received.

The Southern Downs Regional Council issued the following fact sheet on the new Storm King Dam-treatment plant pipeline · The recently upgraded Raw Water Pipeline stretches from Storm King Dam to the Mt Marlay Water Treatment Plant. · This project involved renewal of the existing raw water pipeline between Storm King Dam and the Mount Marlay Water Treatment Plant which was constructed in 1954. The scope of the works included construction of an 8940m pipeline and joints.

The Condamine River, pictured at the Grafton Street bridge in Warwick this week. · The existing main is a deteriorating cast iron pipe with lead joints. There is a history of significant longitudinal fractures of entire pipe lengths and leaking lead joints, over the past 10 years. · During each site visit for the design phase additional deterioration and continued constant weeping was identified from the joints and fittings. Increased maintenance inspections were required to monitor the continued weeping, but due to the original construction method and deterioration of the pipe, once weeping had been identified it could only be monitored rather than able to be repaired. · Failure would have placed Stanthorpe without a water supply and in a potential disaster situation. Design was completed in February 2017.

· Project outcomes/benefits include ensured continuity of water supply for Stanthorpe, reduced water losses due to main failures, reduced the risk associated with Stanthorpe running out of water and ensured long term risk reductions for water dependent industries · This project has provided additional gravity fed flow to the Mt Marlay Water Treatment Plant to meet industrial, commercial and residential growth in this part of our region. This project has provided additional benefits for residential, businesses and industries within this area. · This pipeline was commissioned in August 2019 and has been operating successfully since. · Funding - Percentage of Funding Contribution - Queensland Government - $3,939,000 , Southern Downs Regional Council - $2,626,000, Total budget $6,565,00 · The existing main is a deteriorating cast iron pipe with lead joints. There is a history of significant longitudinal fractures of entire pipe lengths and leaking lead joints, over the past 10 years. · During each site visit for the design phase additional deterioration and continued constant weeping was identified from the joints and fittings. Increased maintenance inspections were required to monitor the continued weeping, but due to the original construction method and deterioration of the pipe, once weeping had been

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identified it could only be monitored rather than able to be repaired.

Failure would have placed Stanthorpe without a water supply and in a potential disaster situation. Design was completed in February 2017.

Project outcomes/benefits include ensured continuity of water supply for Stanthorpe, reduced water losses due to main failures, reduced the risk associated with Stanthorpe running out of water and ensured long term risk reductions for water dependent industries This project has provided additional gravity fed flow to the Mt Marlay Water Treatment Plant to meet industrial, commercial and residential growth in this part of our region. This project has provided additional benefits for residential, businesses and industries within this area.

This pipeline was commissioned in August 2019 and has been operating successfully since.

Funding - Percentage of Funding Contribution - Queensland Government - $3,939,000 , Southern Downs Regional Council - $2,626,000, Total budget $6,565,00

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Goondiwindi Regional Council Mayor Graeme Scheu this week advised residents of that region that water restrictions in the region will "likely be bumped up to high level in the new year".

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NEWS "We rely on SunWater, Qld Department of Natural Resources Mining and Energy and Water NSW for advice about what capacity is left in each of the storage systems and our decision will be informed by that information," Cr Scheu said.

"We will continue to monitor that advice in relation to triggering high level restrictions, but by the looks of things it's clear that some towns in the region will need to be on high restrictions in the new year. Council adopted its new Drought Management Plan in October.

"Under this plan, different trigger points are defined for the introduction of each level of water restriction. These trigger points are based on actual water levels and predicted supply.

"The entire Goondiwindi region is currently on medium level water restrictions.

"Unless the region receives significant rainfall in its catchment areas, water levels will reach the trigger point for high level water restrictions and Council will have no choice but to introduce them.

"Council will consider each town in the region on a case-by-case basis due to the differing nature of their water supply."

Cr Scheu said the move to high level water restrictions would "see a drastic cut to allowed watering practices".

"High level water restrictions in the region include a target water usage of 150 litres per person per day for domestic users and a 15% reduction for commercial users.

"High level means practically no outdoor or garden watering at all."

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REGIONAL COUNCIL WEEKLY WATER UPDATE - MONDAY 9 DECEMBER 2019 Current levels and expected run-out dates Stanthorpe · Current level and volume 11.9% and 232 ML · Based on latest data and targeted usage, run out in December 2019/January 2020, dependent on water quality as the dam level reduces.

Warwick · Leslie - current level and volume 4.91% and 5217 ML (Note - this is the official SunWater level, which does not account for 2130ML below the 'dead storage' level, ie the level below which remaining water in the dam would need to be extracted manually by temporary equipment) · Connolly - current level and volume 28.8% and 623 ML (Note - Connolly Dam water is now designated for emergency water for Stanthorpe) · Based on latest data and targeted usage, run out in mid-late 2020, dependent on water quality as the dam level reduces. This includes supply of water to Stanthorpe.

WATER RESTRICTIONS · Critical Water Restrictions were introduced on 1 September 2019. · The new target for residential properties is 100 l/p/d · Businesses will be asked to reduce their consumption by a further 10% · Council will continue to assist residents and businesses with water reduction

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· Drinking water supplied by Southern Downs Regional Council is only available for use by Southern Downs Regional Council residents. · Water use in our major towns continues to decrease and is getting closer to the target levels. Residential water use target is 100 litres/person/day (l/p/d). Whilst overall, water use in our major towns has decreased since the implementation of critical water restrictions in September, Council have noticed an increase in water use in the last two months at Stanthorpe and Warwick and urges people to do all they can to meet the 100 l/p/d target. · Warwick around 122 l/p/d (November 2019) · Stanthorpe around 138 l/p/d (November 2019) · At a later date, we may move to Emergency water restrictions at 80 l/p/d.

The date for this is yet to be determined. · Water must not be taken from a fire hydrant without the permission of the service provider unless it is for the purpose of fire fighting.

OPTIONS REPORT Stanthorpe emergency supply · Water will be carted from Connolly Dam raw water line in Warwick to Stanthorpe · Water will be transferred in to 2 x 1 megalitre tanks which will gravity feed the water into the existing raw water line at the wall of Storm King Dam. Construction of tank, pipe line and water fill stations is nearing completion. · Based on daily use of 1.6ML per day, between 40 and 50 truckloads of water per day are required.

· Council has upgraded the turn into Storm King Dam access road from Eukey Road, as well as Storm King Dam access road. · New treatment units are under installation at Stanthorpe Water Treatment Plant to treat the water from Connolly Dam. · New filling points are being installed to allow the trucks to fill with raw water from the Connolly Dam raw water line. · The State Government has committed $2.4 million to the upgrade works as detailed above. The State Government is also paying the cartage costs of $800,000 per month ongoing until February 2021. · It is important that the water continues to be conserved and that the community remains vigilant in their water use to ensure the minimal amount of water is carted and the transportation costs are kept down. · Contingency arrangements are being finalised for water carting to minimise any risk to Stanthorpe water supply from unforeseen events such as road closures due to bushfire, road accidents etc Warwick emergency supply · Supplementary water may be sourced from bores · New bores · Reviewing Allora bores for suitability · Investigating viability of existing public and private bores · Water may be required to be sourced from outside the region and carted by rail or road to Warwick · Transfer of water will require · Temporary storage facilities and additional infrastructure Continued next page

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NEWS · Work is now underway to install new pumps and pipework to transfer water from the bore to the Soak. Water will be pumped to the Wallangarra water treatment plant from the Soak to be treated prior to distribution to the town.

From previous page · Portable water treatment plants may be used to treat the water · Design and construction of infrastructure for tankering · Wallangarra emergency supply · Emergency water supply for Wallangarra will be sourced from an existing, un-used production bore at Paling Yard Road. The bore was recently pump tested and results confirmed that the bore will be able to provide adequate supply to the town should the dams run dry · An emergency water permit has been issued by DNRME to allow Council to take water from this bore.

DAM SURVEY · Storm King and Connolly Dam - both have between 100-150ML (estimated) less water available due to siltation - across the whole dam area - this had an immaterial impact on the supply. · Leslie Dam - no material impact from silt levels · Currently reviewing options, however if we desilt below water level, the water

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WATER EFFICIENCY MANAGEMENT PLANS · 11 high water users have worked with council to reduce their water use. This has reduced consumption by about 23 ML since March 2019. · Council continues to work with businesses in ways to reduce their water consumption

STANDPIPES - NOVEMBER USE The Warwick and Stanthorpe standpipes are now open for use by all Avdata key holders 24/7. The restriction of 2000 litres/week or 8000 litres/month remains in place for private users.

Stanthorpe · Total Bulk Water Supplied: 5.79 ML Increased by 13% from October 2019 · Water Carters take: 5.33 ML · Total Visits: 758 · Private individual visits: 438 Warwick · Total Bulk Water Supplied: 3.92 ML Increased by 108% from October 2019 · Water Carters take: 3.79 ML · Total Visits: 387 · Private individual visits: 116

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· Water consumption on each of the properties has dropped by an average of 75%. · Compliance notices continue to be issued to high water users.

COMMUNICATIONS · Council will display all information relating to the drought and current water crisis under a specific tab on the Council website. · The Southern Downs Regional Council website should be the primary reference point for all questions relating to the water crisis. Every aspect related to the water crisis will be placed on a tab on the front page of the site. Updates will be provided on a regular basis to the website on key issues such as water restrictions, storage forecasts and water conservation tips, as well as frequently asked questions. · Each Monday the Mayor will respond to important questions from the community that can be submitted either by email (drought@sdrc.qld.gov.au) or via the Council Facebook page. The Mayor will provide these responses via a video message on the website, Facebook page and YouTube. The video message will aim to be informative and provide answers to specific questions where possible. · Council will facilitate additional community information sessions or Questions and Answer forums in the coming months. These sessions and forums will have a focus on water and water conservation, as well allowing members of the community to ask about other Council related activities. ●

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TENDERS CALLED FOR MINI GOLF

BY JEREMY SOLLARS The Southern Downs Regional Council has called for tenders for the construction of a Mini Golf Facility for the outdoor space between WIRAC and Warwick State High School, with $300,000 in State Government money allocated for 'Stage 1' of the project.

Tenders closed last Friday 6 December and the tender documents state the commencement date for construction of the facility is to be "no later than 15 January 2020" and the project completion date is to be "on or before 9 April 2020".

While tender specifications called for design and construction of two stages or courses with a total of 36 holes - with each stage comprising six greens with three holes each - current budget documents only specify funding being available for the first stage of six greens, or 18 holes.

The facility is envisaged to both a day and night operation and to include shaded function areas.

It would replace the existing beach volleyball area next to WIRAC. Most of the existing trees along the Palmerin Street frontage would be removed.

The project tender also specifies the inclusion of a space for three "driving nets" - located in the area which previously housed two large gas tanks, now removed, near the fence along Palmerin Street - as part of Stage 1, along with landscaping and gardens.

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An artist's impression of the proposed mini golf facility next to WIRAC. a "shop front and cafe" but these are not included in the current tender, with the documents stating these "may be released as a separate tender in the future".

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No announcement has yet been made public about any successful tenderer. â—?

A JOYOUS CHRISTMAS AND A HEALTHY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR READERS, CLIENTS AND SUPPORTERS The Southern Free Times management and staf would like to thank everyone for their continued support of a local independent newspaper during 2019.

We wish you fun times with family and friends over this coming festive season and look forward to engaging with you in 2020.

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Don't miss the Stanthorpe Carols in the Park returning to Weeroona Park tomorrow, Friday 13 December at 6:30pm.

This much-loved, free family event, presented by Southern Downs Regional Council, will host a variety of entertainers in a joyous and magical celebration of Christmas. Of course, there would be no Carols in the Park without our guest of honour, Santa Claus, who will drop in for a visit as he finalises plans for his busiest time of year. Families will be able to enjoy a beautiful summer's evening in the park, with some great entertainment, a sausage sizzle and a visit from Santa. Bring your own picnic rug or chair and settle into the beautiful surrounds of Weeroona Park to share the spirit of Christmas in Stanthorpe. For more information email events@sdrc.qld.gov.au or phone 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372).

CURIOUS MINDS ENCOURAGED...

Federally-funded 'Curious Minds Program' participant Alyssa Welsh of Warwick State High School and science teacher Angela Head with Maranoa MP David Littleproud.

Based on Alyssa's excellent results in an Australian national science test, she was invited to participate in this program. She is one of 60 Year 9/10 girls selected nationally to participate.

It's a six-month program which includes two week-long residential camps and six

solar panels, an air-conditioner, office equipment and signage was purchased for the Community Op Shop at the corner of Forde and Warwick Streets at Allora.

All these assets make for a much more pleasant and smoother- running of the shop which sells pre-loved clothing and items as well as unused items. Using only volunteer labour, monies raised are forwarded to many local organisations as well as a donation to the Allora State School's Year 10 Canberra trip, a bursary for the highest achieving girl in Year 10 food studies and the operation of a newlyacquired community bus which will offer residents trips to doctors and hospitals on certain days to be announced.

Come in to the Community Op Shop for a bargain. The shop is open Tuesdays and Fridays from 9am till 4pm, closing on Friday 20 December 2019 then will reopen on 3 January 2020. New volunteers are welcome - phone Daphne 0428 109 517.

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ELECTION ‘WATCHDOG’ ON GUARD media platforms. Led by retired District Court and Planning and Environment Court Judge John Robertson, the ICEO will also self-initiate investigations into misleading or untrue claims and hoped to publish all findings within days.

"Our aim is to promote truth, accuracy and a level playing field in the council elections, to give voters more confidence and certainty around the claims that are made," Mr Robertson said.

More than 36 candidates ran for either councillor or mayor for the Southern Downs Regional Council in the 2016 Queensland local government elections, a

poll that was remarkable for the number, nature and extent of attacks on individuals and councils.

Mr Robertson urged candidates in regional and remote Queensland councils to use the ICEO to keep each other in check.

"More than 1500 candidates across 77 councils are expected to stand in the March elections, so we're expecting to be extremely busy," he said. "And we're hoping many of those requests come from candidates in regional and rural areas, from Cairns to Coolangatta and out to Cunnamulla.

"Voters will be able to access true, accurate information through the

ICEO's published reviews, enhancing the democratic process of the election."

Mr Robertson said the ICEO would work within the framework for existing agencies including the Electoral Commission, the Office of the Independent Assessor and the Crime and Corruption Commission.

The ICEO has been funded by the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ). However, it will operate at arm's length from the peak body via a service company owned by the senior partners of a Brisbane law firm.

For more information, visit: www.iceo. net.au ●

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Get set to buck out 2019 and usher in 2020 at the Steele's Bakery New Year's Eve Rodeo at the Warwick Showgrounds from 4pm on Tuesday 31 December.

Hosted by the Warwick Show and Rodeo Society, this National Rodeo Association event will feature a full line-up of rodeo action, along with live entertainment to count down to the New Year.

Events include · Bull Ride · Saddle Ride · Barrel Race · Novice Saddle Ride · U18 Junior Barrel Race · U18 Junior Bull Ride · U15 Junior Steer Ride

Recover from the Christmas Day excess at the 2019 Boxing Day Races at Warwick's Allman Park Racecourse, brought to you by Maydan Livestock Transport and Freestone Feedlot.

Get in shape for the 'Beach Party' theme in your favourite Hawaiian shirt, with admission just $20 per person and gates open from 11am. Jumping castle for the kids, mechanical surfboard for the 'adults', prizes, cocktails at the 'Kiki Bar', beach volleyball and entertainment until late by DJ Wallace.

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A GROWERS’ GET-TOGETHER Last Saturday evening the Granite Belt Growers Association had its Christmas party at the Stanthorpe International Club.

Cynthia McDonald (SDRC Candidate) attended and met many fruit and vegetable and strawberry growers to hear their issues and concerns, particularly with drought matters.

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"The woman is due to appear in the Redcliffe Magistrates court in January 21, 2020."

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OWNERS are willing to speak to genuine buyers. Four bedroom two-level brick and tile home on an elevated 1131m² lot close to the Golf Course, Glennie Heights School and Christian College.

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FULLY fenced, cattle yards with ramp and crush, old shed. Seasonal creek, bore with mill, tank and trough (needs repair). 60 acres in the front of the property between the road and house has been stick raked.

Weathertex cladded home approximately 15 years old, consists of two large bedrooms, bathroom with shower and bath, separate toilet. Open plan living area with wood heater, large kitchen with gas hot water and cook top.

Excellent rural and mountain views. Man cave building with power , 2 car garage and general shed suitable for stables, plus bush storage shed. 108,000lts of rain water storage, 27,000lt tank back

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Laundry at the back door accesses 607 m² yard, garden storage. INVESTORS:- renting $250 p.w.

$ 189,000 Californian Classic Australian hardwood used in 1930’s building.

$ 225,000 Classic Timber Two blocks to CBD on 1012 m² is aircon 1950s

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VJ walls, high ceilings, picture rails, original timber kitchen cupboards, coloured glass & more. Formal lounge has woodfire and colours are from a bygone era. Kitchen has a Crown wood stove, electric range and dine-in section.

Bathroom had revamp in 1980’s which replaced bath with shower cubicle. Toilet in bathroom & 2nd toilet in detached laundry, on 1012 m² lot.

is king sized with en suite, 2 queen, 2 single.

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Spring fed creek, subtropical rainforest & rock pool swimming hole. Insulated colorbond home has large built-in bedroom, open plan living, big windows frame the treed canopy with abundant wildlife. Stone benchtop kitchen has gas stove, dishwasher, pantry etc. Dining, lounge flow to timber deck, steps down to entertaining. Walk in shower & enviro toilet. Bonus self-contained Granny Flat. Eco friendly,off grid solar on 25.3ha.

$ 549,000 Cultivation, Grazing LOCH LOMOND 8 paddocks, watered by 5 dams, 82.15 Ha, 50% cultivation + 50% timbered grazing. Timber cattle yards, 6 bay shed, fencing in good order. Grass country runs 35+ breeders.

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$ 220,000 Views over Killarney Renovated, painted inside/outside, new appliances, new wiring, new plumbing and insulation. Kitchen features Stone benches, S/ Steel appliances, lots of windows. Open living has access via French doors to decks. Laundry utility adjacent to kitchen. 3 Built-in bedrooms, modern bathroom has shower over the bath, separate toilet on 1000 m².

INVESTORS: Rent is $275 per week

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AERODROME PLANS MAY HAVE STALLED

BY JEREMY SOLLARS

council has $235,000 allocated for the new glider strip, along with an amount of $16,636 for 'Aerodome Industrial Development', listed as a State Government grant.

Forward budget allocations for the Massie Aerodrome include $50,000 each financial from 2020-2021 to 2028-2029 for 'aerodrome renewals and upgrades' - which is understood to also apply to the Stanthorpe aerodrome - $250,000 in 2022-2023 for sewerage for the Massie Aerodrome, and $450,000 on 2020-2021 for re-sealing of the existing bitumen runway and for lighting.

But perhaps of most interest to the local aviation community is a current 2019-2020 budget allocation of $310,000 for a 'flight training hangar' - another Queensland Government funding grant - which as previously reported by the Free Times is intended to provide an operational base for an as-yet publicly unnamed pilot training school headquartered in India but understood to be RMP Aviation, based in the southern Indian city of Chennai.

Progress on that project appears to have also stalled but sources have suggested to the Free Times the cost of the project has blown out to as much as $900,000.

A check of the Queensland Local Government tender website shows tenders for construction of the new hangar - which would be leased to the flying school - closed on Thursday 19 September and specification documents stated earlier that the council had originally intended for the hangar to be completed by the end of November this year.

The council has previously told the Free Times details of the project are 'commercial in confidence'.

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2. Power and water supply - does the council have any plans to provide electricity supply to the aerodrome given there are a number of permanent residents and at least one business operating at the aerodrome, and is there any plan to look at additional supplies of water in the future, noting current drought conditions?

3. Flight training hangar/Indian flying school - Tenders for construction of a new hangar to accommodate an Indian pilot training school at the aerodrome closed in September - has any contract been awarded and if so to whom and for what amount, and what is the status of negotiations or agreements with what is understood to be an India-based pilot training school which would use the hangar? ●

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In August of this year the Free Times asked the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) if it had received any applications for accreditation from RMP Aviation or any other overseas flying school for operations at Massie Aerodrome.

At the time a CASA spokesman said CASA had "no record of a flying training company by this name" (RMP Aviation), although the spokesman said it may be a "trading name and not the company name", or "they may not have applied yet".

We asked CASA the same question again this week, with a spokeswoman saying "CASA isn't in a position to discuss any potential application that may have been submitted to us".

The Free Times forwarded the following questions to the Southern Downs Regional Council regarding the aerodrome for this story but no response was received by time of printing this week 1. Current roadworks and fencing - there is evidence of commencement of works to construct new internal bitumen roads and new sections of perimeter fencing can SDRC advise the full extent of these works and when they are expected to be completed?

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In its current 2019-2020 budget the

Progress appears to have stalled on improvements works at the Massie aerodrome.

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The Southern Downs Regional Council has raised nearly $600,000 worth of revenue from sales of land at the Warwick Aerodrome at Massie during the current term of councillors.

Property sales records show a total of 11 blocks of council land within the aerodrome precinct have been sold to private buyers since early 2016, with most having since been developed with hangar and in some cases living facilities.

The land sales are in line with the council's long-term plan to develop the aerodrome, which is already a significant aviation hub on the Darling Downs.

A number of locals and others from out of town use the aerodrome to house their light aircraft - with some using their planes for business as well as recreational purposes - and the aerodrome is capable of handling large turbo-prop type aircraft as well as smaller planes.

But work on internal improvements to the aerodrome including new bitumen roads and perimeter fencing appears to have stalled in recent months, with some sections of work clearly unfinished, although work on a new grass strip for gliders is currently being carried out.

Sections of fill deposited in the vicinity of some hangars would appear to make it difficult to manoeuvre aircraft to and from the runway while taxiing without risking damage to propellers, with flat surfaces required for such movements.

Earlier this year the council engaged an external consultant - Brisbane-based Aviation Projects - to seek feedback from aerodrome users about the facility, along with the Stanthorpe aerodrome asking, specifically about existing services and potential improvements, future development options and opportunities and fees and costs users.

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SUNDAY 15 DECEMBER

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.

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

Over 50's Social Club - noon. RSVP event. Xmas party at Elbow Valley. $10 secret santa present and BYO a plate to contribute. Contact Jen 0400505943 to rsvp and co-ordinate what food you wish to contribute.

SING IT UP

WEDNESDAY 18 DECEMBER

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.

Rose City Probus Club will meet on Wednesday 18 December 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.

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.

THURSDAY 19 DECEMBER Carols in the Chapel Thursday 19th December 7:30pm The Scots PGC Chapel Oxenham Street Warwick.

Supper to follow. All welcome.

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'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.

The Warwick Turf Club invites everyone to the Maydan Livestock Transport/ Freestone Feedlot 'Boxing Day Races Beach Party' on Thursday 26 December at Warwick's Allman Park Racecourse.

Admission is $20pp - come dressed in your favourite Hawaiian shirt for a fun-filled race day. Gates open 11am.

Jumping castle for kids, mechanical surfboard, rides for adults and prizes to win. Cocktails at the 'Kiki Bar' and beach volleyball comp and entertainment by DJ Wallace 'til late. For more information visit www.warwickturf.org.au and at Warwick Turf Club Inc on Facebook...

FREE MEALS The Warwick Community Van mobile food van is in Warwick's Leslie Park every Sunday from 5pm to 7pm. Meals at no cost, along with pre-loved clothing and other items available. A good place to meet people and find company.

FRIDAY 13 DECEMBER Morning Melodies with Terry Arnold will be on Friday 13 December at the Warwick RSL Club Bistro from 10.30am.

Coffee and cake available for purchase.

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

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DOWN 1. Twists and turns and leaves breathless (5). 2. There’s a body in the second row (5). 3. Walk according to the street index (6). 4. Shut up and have a half of bitter in the pub (6). 5. Ballyrag an absent friend and boast (4). 6. Occur to, when the clocks say it’s lunchtime (6,3). 12. The girl comes in tired out and in a bad mood (9). 13. Wear one in the ranks (4). 15. Phooey! light up! (4). 17. Exclaims at the Dior confection and the coiffure (4-2). 18. Soften and let the Spanish enter (6). 20. Trusts the work he’s put out (5). 21. “Said when” is old hat (5). 23. Perpetrates a stickup and is pleased with oneself (4).

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ACROSS 1. Is, we hold, by no means ignorant (4). 7, Regardless, whatever the speed (2,3,4). 8. Bag a duck outside (4). 9. A pound, single and solitary (4). 10. Note the tear in the bag (4). 11. Screen “The Clenched Fist (4). 14. As it should be” brothers to a man (3,2,5). 16. Change your mind about leaving (10). 19. What the lady had in her back garden?

(4). 22. Give the OK to the ticket (4). 24. Lied about, being lazy (4). 25. Not much to see (4). 26. Unnecessary and turned off (9). 27. Ourselves and the man were put to work (4).

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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7604 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, W-is-e. 7, At any rate. 8, N-a-il. 9, L-one. 10, G-rip. 11, Sift (anag). 14, All in order. 16, Disinherit. 19, She’d. 22, Pass. 24, Idle (anag). 25, Spot. 26, Redundant (anag). 27, Us-ed.

Down - 1, Winds. 2, S-tiff. 3, St-roll. 4, In-(bit)ter-n. 5, B(ally)rag. 6, Strike one. 12, Ir-Rita-Ted. 13, Tax-i. 15, Rats (rev). 17, Ha-ir-do. 18, R-el-ent. 20, H-op-e’s. 21, Dated. 23, Smug (rev).

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DOWN ACROSS 1. Bit (5) 2. Zodiac sign (5) 3. Composure (6) 4. Marine mammal (6) 5. Gasp (4) 6. Forthright (9) 12. Spying (9) 13. Whip (4) 15. Declare (4) 17. Outcry (6) 18. Struggle (6) 20. Decree (5) 21. Sag (5) 23. Bird (4)

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ACROSS Ledge (4) Mechanism (9) Gem (4) Lout (4) Tooth (4) Trade (4) Diplomat (10) Outline (10) Tear (4) Bite (4) Flower (4) Floor-covering (4) Pleasant (9) Desist (4)

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7604 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Sill. 7, Apparatus. 8, Ruby. 9, Boor. 10, Tusk.

11, Deal. 14, Ambassador. 16, Silhouette. 19, Rend. 22, Gnaw. 24, Rose. 25, Lino. 26, Agreeable. 27, Stop.

Down - 1, Shred. 2, Libra. 3, Aplomb. 4, Walrus. 5, Pant.

6, Outspoken. 12, Espionage. 13, Lash. 15, Aver. 17, Uproar. 18, Tussle. 20, Edict. 21, Droop. 23, Wren.

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MARKET GOODIES It was such a success last Christmas that Market in the Mountains and the Showground Car Boot market are combining for a Christmas Festival Market on Saturday 15 December.

Market in the Mountains will be in the Exhibition Centre and the Showground Car Boot market will be outside. This Festival is open from 8am to 1pm. Market in the Mountains stallholders please note the extra hour of trading to be in sync with the Showground Car Boot market. The Granite Belt Choir will be wandering among the stalls in the Centre, serenading stallholders and visitors alike with their spin on the hallowed Christmas carols and songs.

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As of Tuesday the fire was still affecting the rural communities of Tregony and Swanfels and the Upper Freestone Valley and surrounds. There was no threat to property but residents in those areas were being advised to monitor the situation closely and pay close heed to any updated warnings.

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HOSTEL FUNDS In order for a Warwick crisis accommodation hostel to better support those in need, $3935 has been secured through the Stronger Communities program, Federal Maranoa MP David Littleproud announced last week.

"Cornerstone Accommodation and Support Program - which is run by St

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"All of Cornerstone's residents will be able to make use of a clean, modern and comfortable kitchen to prepare meals and socialise.

"St Vincent de Paul does great work in our community helping those in need get through tough times and look forward to future success and I'm glad this funding goes some of the way to supporting this organisation.

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"Our bush communities are the heart of this country and I want to make sure that small capital projects are funded and the community gets exactly what it needs."

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AN OLD SCHOOL ‘CRICKET TRAGIC’ As a long time cricket tragic I was very reluctant to entertain the T20 format and BBL let alone embrace it. And although I will probably be howled down I felt much the same way about women's cricket when it first began to gain traction much to the admonishment of my Spin partner.

Since then I have warmed to T20 cricket in fact I now enjoy the format and acknowledge it has brought many and varied skills to all forms of the game which we old blokes never entertained.

As for women's cricket I quickly changed my tune after watching some stunning international games recently.

Last weekend I ventured to AB Oval to watch the semi finals of the Women's Big Bash league. The competition held as a stand-alone entity for the first time this season and wow what a success it has been.

If I wasn't a fan of the format and Women's cricket before I certainly am now.

The oppressive conditions in Brisbane on Saturday were quickly forgotten as we witnessed two semi finals that were entertaining, exciting and showcased great talent.

There are some seriously big hitters among these girls and their power is generated from great batting technique and excellent timing. On the bowling front there are plenty of bowlers who would challenge some of our top class test players.

The two semis were outstanding contests and I can recommend AB Oval to anyone who has not been there to watch a game.

Warwick product Delissa Kimmince played a key role in the Heat's win on Saturday. She carried her good form into Sunday's game as the Brisbane Heat ladies chalked up back to back wins in the WBBL in front of a sell-out crowd. Player of the final Beth Mooney was sensational and the side was well captained by Kristy Short.

Sami Joe Johnson and Jess Jonasson thrilled the crowds with their hitting prowess.

In both the semi- final and final the Heat looked to have the job in front of them chasing down big totals. In both games the Heat got the job done with what looked to be relative ease.

I am now a serious convert and cannot wait to be in the crowd at the MCG for what will be a landmark occasion in women's sport. Cricket Australia is aiming for a world record crowd for the final of the Women's T20 World Cup in March and I will not miss the occasion.

Who said you can't each an old dog new tricks.

- Casey ARMBRUSTER HOPES TO FOLLOW THE BLACK LINE TO TOYOKO Hard work and hours of following the black line in a swimming pool may pay serious dividends for Stanthorpe swimmer Ben Armbruster.

The 17 year old who was recently named Toowoomba Open Sprint Champion broke two long standing pool records at the Milne Bay pool along with five Toowoomba Open Meet records has earned the right to swim in the qualifying trials for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Armbruster will head to Adelaide for the Olympic trials and is thrilled to have achieved that goal at his age.

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That's out - Mathilda Carmichael (Perth Scorchers) watches the bails fly in Saturday's semi-final against the Adelaide Strikers. in the 100 metre butterfly and backstroke but could be eyeing off the blue ribbon 50 metre freestyle as well.

After completing year 12 at Stanthorpe State High School Armbruster who has a heavy training schedule is looking forward to many more hours following that black line in the pool which will he hopes lead him to a berth on the Olympic squad come July 2020.

STRONG WIN FOR RSL Conditions for anyone playing sport on Saturday were less than ideal and it was no different in Stanthorpe as cricketers from RSL and South's went head to head on the CF Oval. RSL won the toss and elected to bat first however things did go exactly as planned when Harry Williams clean bowled opener Tom Garland in the first over with the score at 1/1.

With the fall of the first wicket Will Dowie joined brother Sam at the crease and the pair set about building a solid partnership. When Will was dismissed for 26, RSL were 2/100 and on track to set South's a sizeable total.

Neil Perritt joined Dowie at the wicket and the pair moved the score along to 135.

Dowie adding another half century to his season's tally before he was finally dismissed for 80 when he was caught by Smith off the bowling of Ben Staley.

Perritt was run out only a few balls later with the score unchanged on 135.

With less than eight overs remaining Duane Lihou played a captain's cameo scoring 25 from 24 balls and was well supported by Becker (10) and Di Bella (15).

The innings closed with South's requiring 184 to win.

When Tom Garland had South's opener Singh caught in the first over things were looking much like the RSL innings. The complexion of the game changed when Alex Cameron became Garland's second scalp dismissed for a duck.

Opener Tom Bonner did his best to get the scoreboard moving in the right direction but was the next to fall bowled Josh Wren and caught by Duane Lihou. The score now 3/28. South's were in need of a partnership when Zac Hendry joined Harry Williams at the crease. Hendry lasted only seven deliveries before he was out for a duck falling to the bowling of Sam Dowie and a Dave Becker catch.

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The dismissal off Hendry's brought South's captain Ben Staley to the wicket. He and Williams took the score to 50 before Williams was dismissed by the Dowie Becker combination.

Staley showed his experience scoring another half century as his team mates wilted around him. He was on 58 when he became Dowie's third victim; caught by Neil Perritt. His 58 coming from just 59 deliveries.

With the dismissal of Staley and the score 8/110 it looked only a matter of time before the RSL bowlers dismissed the remaining batsmen.

South's were all out in the 28th over for 128 - a comfortable 55 run victory for RSL and an early mark for the players.

Sam Dowie was without doubt the player of the match. He backed up his top score of 80 with a solid bowling performance taking four wickets from an eight over spell that included two maidens. Dowie is certainly one of the in-form players of the season to date.

Tom Garland bowled well for his two wickets while Dave Becker held three important catches.

EASY WIN FOR WANDERERS Tenterfield who are still chasing their first win of the season were always going to have the job ahead of them when they met Wanderers on Sheehan Oval. The visitors had an under-manned and under-strength line up.

Although Wanderers won the toss they asked Tenterfield to bat in the hope of getting early wickets.

It was a good move as Jamie Carnell (4/8) and Andrew Einam (3/14) ripped through the under strength line up. Tenterfield dismissed for just 31 after a little more than 3 overs.

A Wanderers win always looked the likely result but Tenterfield were given some joy when Halford and Cariage were dismissed for ducks. The result however was not far away and Wanderers cruised to the easiest of wins inside six overs.

After nine rounds of fixtures Valleys sit at the top of the table with 26 points followed

by Valleys 22. Wanderers after their win are in third spot with 14 points followed by South's 10 and Tenterfield yet to open their account.

This weekend South's meet Tenterfield

and Wanderers play Valleys.

OPPRESSIVE CONDITIONS NO PROBLEMS FOR SOME The oppressive conditions last Saturdays were less than ideal for golfers however 38 hardy competitors took to the course in Stanthorpe for the final Monthly Medal of 2019.

The Club's greenkeeper, Bill Pyne continues to present the course, (particularly the putting greens in excellent condition allowing for some good scoring.

It was certainly the case on Saturday and the charge for the December Monthly Medal resulted in a crowded leader board with many golfers returning a nett score below the course par. Three players, Travis Burton, Mat Burgess and Brendan Barker all returned a score of 69. On the count back it was Travis Burton who won the Monthly Medal. Mat Burgess finished in the runner's up position while Brendan Barker finished with the best gross score of 75.

The results did not escape the scrutiny of the handicapper who has now looked closely at the scores. He reports that all three has reduced a shot. (Merry Christmas from the Handicapper).

Some of the Ladies found the conditions challenging however Club champion Rachael Hendry handled them best.

Hendry finished her round with a winning score of nett 78 which was also the nest gross score. Ladies' runner up was Trish Fittock.

Angelo Maugeri had the least number of putts in the men's competition and the Ladies' spoils were shared by Rachael Hendry and Helen Jones.

Trevor Ludlow collected the pin shot on the third and ladies Kay Webb won the approach shot at 12 and Rachel Hendry on 17.

Pro pin winners were, 1/10 Ian Pickering, 5/14 Ivan Juriss and 9/18 Mark Hendry.

A reminder that the timesheet for the Boxing Day Classic is on the board at the clubhouse and is filling fast. If you are intending to play in the popular event best get your name down sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment.

Players will be hoping conditions improve before Saturday's event which is a Single Stableford sponsored by the Stanthorpe Community Bank. freetimes.com.au

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CONSTABLE AND LUDLOW STAR On Saturday following the December Monthly Medal competition members of the Stanthorpe golf Club and their families partied well into the night for the annual Xmas party. As is the norm it was an excellent social occasion.

The highlight of the evening was the announcement of the winner of the male and female golfer of the year.

Scott Constable capped off an excellent year winning the Golfer of the Year for the second year running. Aaron Simmers and Richard Reardon finished tied in second place.

Lyn Ludlow added another accolade to her collection. Ludlow, the club's current Veteran Champion was named ladies Golfer of the Year. Kay Webb was the runner up for the Ladies.

Players accumulate points over the course of the year towards the Player of the Year and we congratulate the winners on their success.

Bob Watts a Sporters regular played himself into the winner's circle on Sunday.

Sporters President, Ray Thorn finished in the runner up spot for the second consecutive week while Ian Anderson once again returned the Best Gross score.

Anderson and John Rawlings both earned a mention in the run downs. There were no takers for either the Pin shot or Pro Pin. Marg Locke and Phil Zikan each went home with a mile on their faces and a meat tray under their wing.

A reminder that Sporters will be celebrating Christmas this Sunday.

Celebrations kick off with a Christmas Brekkie BBQ commencing at 7.00am. The usual round of golf will follow breakfast and at the conclusion of the round players will enjoy a BBQ lunch and a few cool refreshments. Sounds like another good day and organisers are expecting a good roll up.

BALL DOMINATES AT SLADE At Slade Park on Saturday Wheatvale had a solid win over Sovereign in their round nine fixture game of the Condamine Cup. Batting first Wheatvale set their opponents a run chase of 148.

Sovereign looked to have the upper hand early in the Wheatvale innings when they dismissed the top five Wheatvale batsmen before they reached double figures.

Sovereigns opening bowler Cahal Davis claimed the wickets of the both Wheatvale openers Lachie Boal (duck) and Doherty (8 (). Bilbrough was dismissed for 1; Glasgow (3) and Doherty (4).

Jonno Colfs batting down the order steadied the ship top-scoring with 59. Col O'Brien added 17 before he was dismissed lbw to Cullen who also claimed the wicket of Stonehouse (16).

Wheatvale were all out for 147 - 20 of their total coming from wises (17) and 3 no balls.

Davis finished the innings with the best of the bowling figures. After capturing the wickets of the openers he finished with 4/20

but Al Costello bowled well taking 2/17; Matt Keirnan 1/18 and Bourke 1/26.

CONDITIONS NO PROBLEM FOR CENTURY BATSMEN If conditions were bad for sportsmen and women on Saturday they were almost impossible on Sunday and I was almost surprised to see cricket going ahead at Slade on Sunday given the heavy smoke haze hanging over Warwick. Players from Redbacks and Victoria Hill were on the field giving their best in what developed into a nail biting contest.

Redbacks batted first and twin tons from opener James Kurtz and Steve Grogs batting at four set a big run chase for Victoria Hill and ultimately a thrilling win for the Redbacks.

In a fine batting display opener James Kurtz finished the innings unbeaten on 106 (his second ton this season).

Kurtz lost his opening partner White for just six and was unfazed when the next man in Bergman was returned to the clubhouse for a duck. Steve Grogs came to the centre and the pair dominated the bowlers until Grogs was bowled by Alex Morris on 151.

Drewery came and went without troubling the scorer as Victoria Hill found themselves chasing a mammoth 311. That score helped along the way by some sloppy bowling which netted Redbacks 31 wides and seven no balls. Figures they may have rued at the end of play.

Any score over 300 is difficult to chase down in 40 overs but Victoria Hill got within a sniff thanks to some fine batting from Sam Morris who finished the day not out 114 after opening the batting with Nick Morris (10). Will Duff played a great knock of 47 in the middle stages of the innings before he was run out. Tom (19) and Joe (18) Morris also added valuable runs in the middle stages. The Victoria Hill tail wagged vigorously as they tried to run down the target. Batting at eight and nine Jack Morris (22) and B Duff (23) played their part.

Redbacks almost threw away their chance at victory with their share of wayward bowling. Wides (22) and No Balls (7) adding valuable runs to the Victoria Hill total.

Redbacks Steve Grogs backed up his ton taking two wickets and Andrew McConnell also took two wickets

In the end 311 proved a bridge too far for Victoria Hill and Redbacks celebrated a 12 run win in an exciting game.

ASSOCIATION NEWS Seven players were on court for the Association Croquet games. Peter Tunbridge played solo against the pairing of Pat Schnoor and Carol Verwey. Schnoor had two breaks of three hoops in a row while Verwey had two breaks of two.

Schnoor and Verwey went on to win 19 - 16.

Heather Widderick partnered Effey Russell against Joy Newman and Grace Howard who each made two 'peels'- getting two balls through a hoop in the same turn.

Howard then made a break of five hoops in a row. The pair went on to a 26- 18 win.

GATEBALL PLAYERS OUT IN FORCE Nice to see Gateball players were not scared off by the unpleasant conditions last Friday. Bill Golding, Grace Howard, Jenny Tunbridge and Heather Widderick formed Team One to take on Andrea Denkewitz, Eric McLellan, Joy Newman and Val Fancourt in Team Two The first game was super competitive with both with both teams finishing on nine points apiece and exactly the same number of 3, 2 and 1 point scores. A shoot out followed to determine the winner. Each player has one shot at the first gate and the team with the most successful number of passes wins. Scores remained level at this point and the game went to sudden death.

After a tense battle it was Team Two who eventually took the win.

Things were a little more clear cut in the second game with Team One taking a 12-9 win. . Game resulted in the same score but the win went the way of Team Two on this occasion when Eric McLellan Eric 'sparked' a ball to agari for two points.

The final game also went the way of Team Two . The final score 1-8. After a tough day on court, bragging rights went the way of Team Two. GOOD SCORES IN GOLF CROQUET Pauline Inglis and Bev Sullivan were on court for the Golf Croquet games last week and had a close game against Liz Ellway, Peter Goodsir and Kathy Hopgood. The game ended in a nine all draw. Bev Sullivan scored a hole in one and five hoops. Pauline Inglis played consistently to score four hoops and the newest player of the group Peter Goodsir played well scoring six hoops.

Liz Ellway who is always consistent scored the remaining three hoops.

WINING PERFORMANCES AT RICOCHET John Draper returned to the Ricochet court after an absence of several weeks but the break did not seem to impede his game. He partnered Jenny Tunbridge for a winning total of 26 hoops against Andrea Denkewitz (23).

Carol Verwey played Sharyn Roser and got away to a good start. Verwey successfully took a roquet off Roser's and had two runs of two hoop. Roser held her nerve and managed to take the lead and keep it after scoring two runs of two and a run of t to take a 26-23 win. â—?

Hogg, $100 Barry Heffernan, $100 Veronica Bandit.

Congratulations to the lucky winners and better luck next time to all that missed out.

We enjoyed a great meal after the draw. Thanks to all those who helped with the preparation and cleanup.

Saturday Christmas breakup bowls results - Baz Heffernan, Rabbito Francis, Linda Hartley 16 def John Lawardorn, Thea Francis, Kev Mooney 9.

Howie Hughes, Chilla Scotney, Solvol Davis 12 def Peter Klowss, Joe Torrisi, Clark Davidson 5. Thanks to Billy for green preparation. I believe Santa was there undercover, looking for good boys and girls,

but left disappointed.

Saturday 14 December Social mixed bowls 1.00pm followed by Advanced Metal Products bowls. Enquiries phone Men's President Dave 0429 130 348.

Wednesday 18 December Men's Committee meeting 6.30pm.

Saturday 21 December Management Committee meeting 10am.

Wednesday 8 January Monthly Turkey Triples 10am Games Director Clark 0427 673 277. Find us opposite St Mary's Church and on Facebook. Remember, don't bowl short!

Brisbane Heat fast bowler Delissa Kimmince in action against the Melbourne Renegades on Saturday. from his eight overs. Cullen also bowled well taking the important wickets of Colfs; O'Brien and Stonehouse. His tally 3/25 from five overs.

A run chase of 148 looked to be well within the grasp of the Sovereign players at the change of innings. Perhaps not so when they lost opener Cahal Davis for two. Sovereign suffered the same early fate as Wheatvale as the bowlers dominated early in the run chase. Unfortunately for Sovereign there would be no middle order fight back as wickets fell. Only three batsmen made it to double figures - Canning (10); Caleb King (12) and Joe Wagner (13). Disappointingly it was Sundries who top scored. The total of 24 included 18 wides and one no ball.

Sovereign were dismissed for 71 giving Wheatvale a 76 run victory. Jordan Stonehouse, Carter Bilbrough and R Boal each took two wickets apiece. The remaining wickets shared among the bowling attack.

ALLORA CHASE DOWN A WIN Allora chased down 188 to win the game by five wickets.

Colts batted first and opener Nick Inmon top scored with 72. His opening partner however was dismissed cheaply for just seven runs. Jamie Holmes proved troublesome for the Colts batsman who were without John Cleary.

Holmes finished with the excellent figures of 6/35. He was responsible for dismissing Inmon (72); Bourke (20); Gross (1); O'Leary (15); Ragh (2) and Ben Gross (duck).

Colts scrapped their way to 188 with the assistance of 5 wides and 11 no balls but they were runs on the board that Allora had to get in tricky conditions.

Colts quickly had Allora opener Tim Kajewski back in the sheds for a duck but his opening partner Mitch McLennan proved to be a little more difficult to remove. He was eventually out caught Gross off the bowling of Matt Keirnan for a top score of 60. McLellan and Mitch Siebenhausen (56) put together a nice partnership and were well supported by Bryson (28) and Henderson (19).

Allora cruised past the required total for the loss of five wickets.

Colts missed their strike bowler Cleary

CASEY O’CONNOR

AROUND THE GROUNDS SOUTHERN DOWNS RIFLE CLUB RESULTS 400 yards F Class: Neil Sexton 122.6, Murray Reck 120.3, Bruce McAllan 115, Margaret Taylor 108.2, Daryl Reck 107.2, Trevor Jones 98, Eddie Woon 94.2, Alex Shephard-Picton 78, Dante ShephardPicton 50.

Another hot morning with gusty winds and smoke haze for the shooters to contend with last Sunday.

Neil continued his good form to take top spot with Murray in runner up place. Next week we will be at freetimes.com.au

the 500 yard mound on Sunday 15th December, sign on at 7.30am for 8.00am start. Contact Margaret on 4666 1018 for more information. We will be having our Xmas shoot on Sunday 22nd December at the 600 yard mound followed by a bbq in the clubhouse, please bring a gift to the value of 10 dollars for the mystery prize table following the shoot, hope to see you all there.

SOUTHERN CROSS BOWLS CLUB $1000 Christmas Raffle results- $500 D Kane, $100 Ross Thorn, $100 Greg Cross, $100 Norm

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