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MORE TO LOVE The editor’s desk It was great to catch up with some of the dedicated members of the Warwick District Fish Stocking Association for this week's cover story (see pages 4-5).

This is one of the many volunteer organisations in our region who do a powerhouse of work behind the scenes without normally seeking a lot of kudos, but it's well-deserved.

Recent rain across the region, while wonderful, has not been drought-breaking and the Condamine River and other local waterways are still in vital need of a proper 'flushing out'.

The good news is that despite the conditions native fish in the river and in our dams are remarkably hardy.

The Fish Stocking Association has put their normal activities on hold until wetter times return but like the rest of us they remain hopeful and confident.

And I think it's important to also recognise the work this group does in improving habitats for native species.

Meanwhile some local farmers have taken a punt on the back of the rain in recent days and got the planting gear out of the shed. Let's hope their optimism is further rewarded.

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SHORT ON ANSWERS Premier's spokesman says it's "too early" to ask questions about details of proposed Toowoomba-Warwick pipeline story pages 6-7.

IN THE RUNNING Tracy Dobie and Vic Pennisi announce they are contenders for the mayoralty in March - pages 8-10.

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ASBESTOS CONTRACT AWARDED

BY JEREMY SOLLARS Asbestos remediation works at Southern Downs Regional Council waste facilities will cost just under $575,000, minutes of the January 2020 council meeting show.

The council has also been issued with a $5000 fine by Workplace Health and Safety Queensland for failing to maintain its asbestos management records.

In a confidential section of their January meeting held on Wednesday of last week councillors voted in favour of awarding Toowoomba-based firm Newlands Civil Construction a contract to carry out asbestos remediation works at the Warwick, Allora and Killarney waste facilities.

The contract will cost the council $574,493 inclusive of GST and follows the issuing of tenders for the work in mid-2019.

Asbestos management has proved a major headache for the council since late 2018, following the discovery of asbestos contamination on the Collegians Junior Rugby League playing fields in Warwick and on the Warwick Central State School oval.

It is understood a local contractor obtained timber mulch allegedly contaminated with asbestos from the

Allora Waste Facility in late 2014 which the contractor used in part to create a "soil blend" later sold to the public, and believed to be the source of the material applied as part of top-dressing on the Warwick Central State School oval and on the Collegians playing fields.

The Queensland Department of Education later instituted action to recover clean-up costs associated with the Warwick Central State School oval from the council, action which is understood to be as-yet unresolved.

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland also brought charges against the council in relation to asbestos handling and control at its Allora Waste Facility.

Those charges were finalised last week in the Warwick Magistrates Court - Friday 24 January - with Workplace Health and Safety Queensland offering "no evidence" in relation to a charge of mishandling of asbestos at the Allora waste facility, but the council pleaded guilty and was fined $5000 on two charges of failing to maintain its waste facility asbestos registers.

The council has not stated publicly that material accessed from its waste facilities was directly involved in the

Workers removing the surface of the Warwick Central State School oval in August 2018.

Collegians and Warwick Central State School contaminations and this is yet to be conclusively proven.

But what is known is that over the past two years the council has undertaken extensive investigation of asbestos material at its waste facilities, resulting in the remediation contract awarded last week.

Mapping associated with the original tender documents indicated the locations requiring remediation are well away from areas accessed by the public during the normal course of household waste disposal

and the documents did not suggest a risk to public health.

The council has previously forecast required spending on waste management systems in the region over the next decade at $11.6 million, not including the current asbestos remediation, and $3.1 million it will spend on capital projects related to waste facilities in the current financial year.

The council has not ruled out the future imposition of a specific-purpose waste levy on ratepayers to help fund waste management expenditure. ●

APPEAL TO PUBLIC FOR INFORMATION ON CHILD’S DEATH Detectives this week launched a public appeal as they continue investigations into the death of a two-year-old boy in Warwick in 2018.

In a statement police said Connor Horan (pictured) was in the care of a 38-year-old female babysitter when he was taken to Warwick Hospital and declared deceased at 11.30am on August 19 2018.

Connor had been staying at the babysitter's East Street residence from Friday August 17, 2018 to the following Sunday.

The boy sustained multiple head and internal injuries after it was reported to police he had fallen down a small set of stairs.

Detectives from the Child Trauma Unit and Darling Downs District Crime Group commenced investigations following the death and subsequent post mortem examinations.

Darling Downs District Detective Acting Inspector Matt Howard this week said police were conducting a full investigation into Connor's death.

"We are committed to providing the child's family with the answers they deserve following such a tragic event," Detective Acting Inspector Howard said.

"Detectives are piecing together a

timeline of events from that weekend and are seeking the assistance of the public to help us fully understand the circumstances of what happened.

"If anyone who was in the Warwick area

at the time saw Connor or has heard any information about what took place on that weekend, we urge them to come forward and speak with police."

Police have release a video statement with Connor's mother, Emily Horan and grandmother, Deborah Ballard, to assist with the public appeal for information.

Deborah said the family think about Connor every day and miss him dearly.

"My family needs to know why my grandson died that day ... It's destroyed our family not knowing what's happened.

"If anyone knows any information or has seen my grandson or the babysitter over that weekend, please go to the police," Deborah said. · If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide it anonymously to Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld. com.au 24hrs per day. · To view the police video statement with Connor's family visit www.freetimes.com. au ●

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Severnlea - these volunteers also apply their extensive knowledge of fish behaviour and breeding in practical ways, by providing 'structures' in the Condamine for the Murray Cod in particular to multiply.

They also work in conjunction with state and local authorities to improve the 'natural' state of the uppermost stretch of Australia's longest river system for the fish.

We're all familiar with the sight of flotsam and jetsam in the river when it's in flood, but it's important to bear in mind that river vegetation - including dead trees which fall into the river - are critical to native fish populations.

Fallen logs, for example, slow the water at key points and help to create deeper pools, and 'riparian' plant life - on the river's banks - also plays a role in creating optimal locations, especially for breeding.

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But the good news is that despite these few isolated instances - largely the result of low oxygen in the water, coupled with sudden temperature changes due to stormwater inflows - the overall health of the Murray Cod is in surprisingly good shape locally.

It's testimony to the hardiness of native Australian fish species, which have adapted over eons to the extremes of our climate, including the dry times.

What many locals may not realise is that the members of the Warwick District Recreational Fish Stocking Association look at the 'bigger picture' of aquatic habitats in the region, as well as keeping fish numbers healthy in wetter times.

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ne local group whose normal activities have been forced on hold in recent times due to the drought is the Warwick District Recreational Fish Stocking Association Inc. This group of passionate anglers whose volunteer work also has a strong conservation angle - has worked quietly but tirelessly behind the scenes for many years releasing hundreds of thousands of 'fingerlings' or baby fish into the region's dams and waterways, for the benefit of recreational fishing enthusiasts.

With the persistent drought conditions of recent times and the low dam and river levels across the region this activity has been somewhat curtailed, but as is the case with our farmers rain in recent days has brought

with it hope - as well as staving off what was increasingly beginning to look like a looming large-scale disaster, particularly for fish species in Warwick's Leslie Dam. The region's rivers, creeks and dams need habitat - in good and bad times - for some of the most important freshwater fish species in Australia, as well as being popular with anglers.

Chief among these is the mighty Murray Cod, a sculptural tribute to which has pride of place near Tiddalik in Warwick's Federation Park just below the O. O. Madsen Bridge.

Inflows into the Condamine River through Warwick over the last couple of weeks thanks to some more than half-decent falls of rain - and over the Christmas-New Year break - have resulted in a number of 'fish kills' in the river which

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The marble sculpture of a breeding pair of Murray Cod near the O.O. Madsen Bridge was unveiled in March 2019 and was created by Killarney sculptor Paul Stumkat. It recognises over three decades of volunteer work by the Warwick District Recreational Fish Stocking Association Inc.

Regardless of the dam level, a 100-metre ‘exclusion zone’ from the Leslie Dam wall applies to recreational fishing, both in boats and on the dam edge. For the most part local anglers are observing the limit but fines have been issued for breaches in recent times.

higher than many locals might assume.

Yellowbelly numbers themselves have been compounded by their own breeding requirements - unlike the Murray Cod, Yellowbelly need good water flows as they spawn their eggs in open water rather in protected spaces like the Murray Cod. "Obviously what the Condamine needs is a strong flushing out - the river hasn't broken its banks for more than two years," Ed said.

"But the Murray Cod in the town reaches - and further out along the river in some of the bigger holes where there's higher oxygen levels - have kept their numbers up surprisingly well from our observations.

"They also seem to be eating the European Carp and the numbers of carp appear to have dropped with the drought, which is probably about the only positive.

"One of the things we're trying to do is to educate the community about the natural behaviour of the river system.

"Because the river is bone dry in many places some landholders have seen that as an opportunity to clear out dead vegetation and soil from the river bed to increase the depth when it does run, which is understandable.

"But the dead logs are part of the natural fish habitat and they do help to slow the water in better times, which is what helps create the deeper holes.

"So clearing the river out when it's dry doesn't really achieve anything, in fact it can be quite detrimental to overall water levels and to breeding habitat in the longer-term."

Ed says the Fish Stocking Association has successfully negotiated with the State Government to 'carry over' annual funding

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The stretch of the Condamine near the O.O. Madsen Bridge has been a major focus of the Fish Stocking Association since 2013 - known as the ‘Warwick Murray Cod Rehabilitation Reach’, it has “habitat structures” in place to encourage Murray Cod breeding. The Fish Stocking Association has also worked with the Southern Downs Regional Council to limit vegetation clearing in the ‘riparian’ zone of the river banks through town – such vegetation is a vital part of native fish habitat.

About the mighty Murray Cod... · The Murray Cod (Maccullochella peelii peelii) is the largest Australian freshwater fish, reaching up to 115 kilos in weight and 1800mm in length. · Generally associated with deep holes in rivers, the Murray Cod prefers habitats with in-stream cover such as rocks, stumps, fallen trees or undercut banks.

A 'sit and wait' predator, its diet contains fish, crayfish and frogs - an 'apex predator', it has also been known to feed on aquatic birds like ducks. · The Murray Cod is a long-lived species - a 30-year lifespan is not uncommon and the oldest cod accurately aged was 48.

it would normally receive for fingerling releases locally.

Most of that funding comes in turn from recreational fishing permits issued by the State Government.

"There's just no point in releasing fingerlings until the overall levels in the river and the dams increase more substantially and food supplies increase - the fingerlings would simply become a quick source of food for the adult fish that are still there," Ed said.

"The hatchery at Ballandean where we get most of them from has also decreased production due to water shortages.

"So we're pleased we've been able to have that funding carried over into 2021 - for now we'll just adopt a 'wait and see' attitude, but the stocking program is on hold for the foreseeable future." ●

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It also acts as a 'filter', removing contaminants such as litter.

The Murray Cod - an 'apex predator' in Australia's freshwater systems - requires calmer areas of water for females to deposit their eggs and for males to come along and fertilise the eggs. Male cod then protect the eggs before hatching, around five to 14 days later, with the Murray Cod breeding season running from July to September.

To assist the breeding process, members of the Warwick District Recreational Fish Stocking Association have installed purpose-built structures - including concrete pipes and even old wheelie bins - at various points along the Warwick reaches of the Condamine in recent years, to give nature something of a gentle helping hand.

Despite the recent rain, at this stage the Fish Stocking Association will not release any fingerlings into the Condamine or Leslie and Connolly Dams for the remainder of 2020 - the fish that are still there are competing for limited food, and fingerlings would simply become another source.

But speaking of Leslie Dam, the inflow which began on Friday 17 January not only gave Warwick residents around another eight months' supply of town water - it also averted what Fish Stocking Association members believe would have been a fish kill of devastating proportions due to a lack of food.

"I think we'd have been looking at millions of dead fish if the level had dropped any further," assistant treasurer Bob Reid said.

"The rain and the inflow was an absolute godsend for Leslie Dam in that regard."

In the Condamine - which is in dire need of a proper 'flushing out' - fish have subsisted in the larger 'holes' along the river's length, with the result that native fish have likewise been competing for food and habitat.

This also means disease and parasites can become a bigger problem than usual due to lack of water flow, and heavy localised falls of rain can wash undesirable substances into town reaches of the river, such as fuel and oil from vehicles which gets washed into the stormwater system and ends up in the river.

The recent fish deaths in the Condamine are also partly the result of temperature changes due to small inflows - known as 'cold water inversion' - when cooler water enters the river, with fish highly sensitive to sudden temperature changes.

Fish Stocking Association secretarytreasurer Ed Kemp says while any fish kill is always upsetting, those in recent weeks have been on a relatively small scale and overall fish numbers - including species like Yellowbelly as well as Murray Cod - are still

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The next State Budget is also due to be delivered in April - with a state election due in October - with the Premier saying last Monday that "detailed costings" on the Toowoomba-Warwick pipeline would be "finalised as a priority" ahead of the budget,

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but giving no clear timeframe.

The pipeline would travel some 90 kilometres south from Toowoomba's water treatment plant at Mount Kynoch, which draws water from Cressbrook Dam and other Toowoomba region sources.

Continued next page per person per day for the region remain in place.

As of Monday of this week Leslie Dam had 8213 megalitres in storage and Connolly Dam just under 960 megalitres.

The council says despite the recent rain it will press on with investigation of further 'emergency' water sources for Warwick, including underground bores on public land in the Warwick and Allora areas. ●

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Nearly a fortnight has passed since Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk visited Warwick to announce a pipeline will be built from Toowoomba to Warwick for the region to access water from the South East Queensland Water Grid and no details on costings have been released.

While the news that the pipeline could be in place by the end of 2020 has been welcomed by many in the region including the Southern Downs Regional Council - the Premier and her staff have not been forthcoming with specific details, particularly relating to the potential cost for Southern Downs residents.

On her first day back at work after her summer break the Premier headed to Warwick on Monday 20 January to take part in a joint media conference with Mayor Tracy Dobie just up the road from the

Warwick water treatment plant on Glen Road in Rosenthal Heights.

The Premier announced that her government would use its extensive powers through the State Coordinator-General - a senior official of the Department of State Development - to fast-track the "potential" pipeline, saying it "could be delivering water to the Southern Downs and Granite Belt by the end of the year".

The pipeline would allow the region access to raw water from Brisbane's Wivenhoe Dam - part of the South East Queensland Water Grid - which is linked to Toowoomba's Cressbrook Dam via an existing 38 kilometre pipeline which cost $187 million and was completed in 2010.

South East Queensland Water Grid operating authority Seqwater is compiling a $1 million feasibility study into the Toowoomba-Warwick pipeline, a study due to be presented to the Queensland

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From previous page The 'Wivenhoe water' for Warwick and Stanthorpe would not necessarily be treated at the Toowoomba end, details about treatment are likewise yet to be announced - but the new pipeline would run through Wyreema, Cambooya, Greenmount, Nobby, Clifton and Allora and then across Warwick to the Glen Road treatment plant.

On Monday 20 January the Premier and Cr Dobie told the media the pipeline would "mostly" use existing public lands including road and rail corridors and public road reserves, and that any private land resumptions would be "minimal".

A simple calculation based on the 2010 cost of the Wivenhoe-Toowoomba pipeline shows that pipeline cost around $5 million per kilometre, but that included pumping infrastructure required to 'lift' the Wivenhoe water to Cressbrook Dam and to Mount Kynoch.

A pipeline from Toowoomba to Warwick would use largely 'gravity-feeding' but even so local observers have put the cost at potentially a million per kilometre - at around 90 kilometres - but that's mere guesswork. Until the Premier provides more details - possibly not until April - the cost estimate will remain unknown.

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What is known is that the State Government subsidised the Wivenhoe-Toowoomba pipeline at $112 million but also provided a loan to the Toowoomba Regional Council of around $60 million - which is being paid off over 20 years through water rates and access charges. Toowoomba funded the remaining $15 million from its own budgets.

According to the Toowoomba Regional Council website 'operational costs' of the Wivenhoe pipeline are usage charges (ie litres pumped from Wivenhoe Dam), electricity to run the pumps and maintenance of the "pumps, pipes and related infrastructure".

The Free Times has been told senior Queensland Government officers are aghast at the Premier's announcement last week and are understood to have advised the government additional pumping infrastructure will be required to transport more water over the range from Wivenhoe which could further raise the cost of the Warwick pipeline.

Also of relevance is that the South East Queensland Water Grid - a network of 12 dams on the 'other side' of the Great Dividing Range, including Wivenhoe and Somerset - was as of Monday of this week at 56% of full capacity, and most SEQ councilareas are currently drought-declared.

This means the SEQ Water Grid will

soon be supplemented with water from desalination plants at the Gold Coast and potentially recycled sewage water from the Lockyer Valley.

Some Southern Downs and Granite Belt locals have questioned if a ToowoombaWarwick pipeline would fully 'droughtproof ' the region and if new dams in the region might also be required.

The State Government is still to fully commit to a new dam for Stanthorpe at Emu Swamp, which would be primarily for farming irrigation purposes but would also have a small 'urban' component.

Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio has also expressed anger that his council has not been consulted over the ToowoombaWarwick pipeline and that it would "utilise infrastructure owned by the ratepayers of Toowoomba".

For her part the Premier has committed to "further talks" with Toowoomba in the coming weeks.

FURTHER RESPONSE? With question time limited at the Warwick media conference on Monday 20 January the Free Times put a series of questions to Premier Palaszczuk about the pipeline via a spokesman · Will any of the funding for the pipeline be in the form of a loan to the Southern Downs Regional Council and/or in a subsidy from the State Government? · What financial contribution would the Southern Downs Regional Council be expected to make to the pipeline? · Will any additional infrastructure be required on the existing WivenhoeToowoomba pipeline, ie duplication of that pipeline, or additional pumping infrastructure?

We received a call from the spokesman in lieu of a formal response from the Premier for this week's story, with the spokesman saying the community will be further informed "when the feasibility study is completed in April".

"It's early days but I think the fact the Premier got in the car on her first day back on deck and headed to Warwick is an indication of the priority this project has," the spokesman said.

"We have pegs in the ground - and the Premier's priority is to deliver water.

"The first question really is 'can we build the pipeline' and the answer is we can.

"It's too early to talk about costings and loans and additional infrastructure, but there's nothing to suggest at this point that additional infrastructure from Wivenhoe to Toowoomba would be required.

"The pipeline from Toowoomba to Warwick would be gravity-fed, so obviously that's going to bring down the cost." ●

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Uncertainty continues over a plan by the owners of Cherrabah Resort at Elbow Valley east of Warwick to extract underground water for commercial bottling on the Gold Coast, approved by the council in December last year.

During her recent Warwick visit Premier Palaszczuk said she would consider reviewing the council's approval, under state planning powers, but since then Cherrabah's owners Wenxing and Wenwei Ma, have given a vague commitment relating to "donating" water from Cherrabah to the "local community" while the drought continues, and placing the commercial water extraction operation on hold.

The council released a statement last week praising the Ma brothers for their decision to "donate" their water locally, stating the "donation" would involve Cherrabah's "allocation".

The Free Times sought specific details on the "donation" plan from the Ma brothers and after numerous phone calls and emails we received the following statement from a spokesman this week "What I can say to you is that we are discussing details with Southern Downs council now," the spokesman said.

"Because there is conditions on that approval, we need to go through some process again.

"Also we plan to donate our water, rather than the council statement of 'donate water allocation' - that is the wrong wording." · Updates on Cherrabah online at www.freetimes.com.au ●

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Two senior Southern Downs Regional Council employees were counselled over alcohol-related behaviour at a management workshop held at Cherrabah Resort in December last year.

As previously reported 15 members of the council's senior management team, including chief executive officer David Keenan, attended a two-day "senior management development session" at Cherrabah on Thursday 5 December and Friday 6 December last year.

The workshop was led by a facilitator and cost ratepayers $3000 for meals and accommodation and conference facility hire, but the

council did not disclose the cost of the professional facilitator, saying that information was "commercial in confidence".

Along with the CEO the workshop was attended by the three department directors and managers of the council's various work units.

A council spokeswoman previously told the Free Times it was "the first time since 2013 that Council's senior management team has come together for this type of development session".

"Due to the short period of time available for the workshop and the issues that needed to be addressed without interruption such as water sustainability, the challenges of service delivery during this extreme drought, bushfire recovery, team expectations, goal setting for the upcoming year, and organisational culture, it was decided to conduct this workshop offsite," the spokeswoman said.

"Beverages consumed were paid for personally by attendees."

The Free Times was last week told that "questions need to be asked about behaviour of council staff" at the workshop but the unidentified source provided no further details.

A council spokeswoman confirmed two staff members were counselled as a result of their behaviour.

The spokeswoman said "all staff have an obligation to meet Council's Code of Conduct".

"Behaviours contrary to the Code are dealt with in accordance with Council's disciplinary procedures and cannot be discussed due to confidentiality," the spokeswoman said.

"It is acknowledged that two team members, in their own personal time, were observed to be affected by alcohol.

"As previously advised, all attendees paid for their own beverages.

"Even though this was during personal time, the daily program was a work related activity.

"As such, both staff were reminded of their obligations under the Code of Conduct and subsequent discussions with their supervisors were held.

"No complaints were received from patrons or the staff of Cherrabah, likewise, no complaints were received from Council staff." ●

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DOBIE, PENNISI NOMINATE TO BE MAYOR The Southern Downs Regional Council election - and all other local council elections in Queensland - will be held in March.

In the case of Southern Downs Regional Council, votes will be cast by the 'attendance' method at local polling stations on Saturday 28 March. The last council

MAYOR TRACY DOBIE CONFIRMS SHE WILL STAND FOR MAYOR OF THE SOUTHERN DOWNS · Water security essential for regional growth: Dobie Water is crucial to the economic future and wellbeing of the people of the Southern Downs, Mayor Tracy Dobie said in confirming she will stand again for Mayor of the Regional Council at the March local government elections.

The whole Southern Downs community has banded together in the response to drought and water shortages in recent years, she said.

"Our Council has had to address major shortcomings in infrastructure and carry-out much-needed repairs and upgrades to existing assets while delivering infrastructure for the future.

"Our region has paid the dreadful price of inactivity over many years."

Listing water security as her number one priority moving into 2020, Cr Dobie said this Council had set in motion

election in March 2016 was conducted by postal ballot.

The Free Times will provide comprehensive ongoing coverage of election issues in the lead-up to March 28, including information on candidates and how to cast your vote.

This week, both serving Mayor Tracy Dobie and Councillor Vic Pennisi announced they will contest the mayoralty at the March election. As of this week, they are the only mayoral candidates to have formally announced their intention to stand - but nominations for both mayoral

major projects necessary to building the water infrastructure needed.

"I want to continue that vital work see these far-reaching plans develop and come to fruition for the benefit of our residents and businesses."

Cr Dobie said, despite suffering through flood in 2017, recent bushfires, water shortages and remaining in the grip of the worst drought ever recorded, this Council had remained positive, proactively promoting the attributes of the region while seeking opportunities and investment.

"This is why, when the drought ends, our region will not just recover but will be economically stronger than we were before."

Council-initiated strategies would enable following generations to enjoy a worthwhile future "here, at home", she said.

"Water security is the key to the future success and prosperity of our residents and I will make sure we have the water security we need. This is my number one priority."

· Debt-reduction paves way for minimal rate increases Strategies for development of local towns and rural communities depend on the Council's ability to attract commercial interest and future government funding, Cr Tracy Dobie said, announcing her intention to recontest the Mayoralty at the March local government election.

"I have worked very hard with my fellow Councillors and Council staff over the past four years, to stabilise Council finances, reduce the inherited Council debt by more than one-third and ensure rates increases at just 2%, are at their lowest level in decades.

"It has been my privilege to be at the helm, guiding our region towards growth and sustainability.

Right now, that is about seeking further investment from Federal and State Governments to fund opportunities for diversification of our economic base so that we are not so reliant on agriculture, which remains in the grip of the worst drought in living

and councillor candidates officially open on Saturday 22 February and close on Tuesday 3 March.

Below are the full media statements released by Tracy Dobie and Vic Pennisi this week...

memory." Mayor Dobie said. · Dobie to ensure Council represents interests of all residents "I'll keep our Council independent and stand-up to those who want to align it to the aspirations of any one group or political party. A Council must represent the whole community, not just one element of it. I'll ensure there remains transparent and effective processes in place that are followed by Councillors and Council staff so that the behaviour of all is ethical, legal and appropriate."

Cr Dobie said, as Mayor, she had brought reform and good governance to Southern Downs Regional Council and in announcing she would recontest the 2020 Local Government Election confirmed that she would continue to provide strong leadership for the greater good of the whole community.

"My strength is my leadership and I have brought that strength to our Council that now has a track record of delivering benefit to our community.

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From previous page "I have needed to be strong and decisive during recent bushfires, the drought and the water crisis; when doing what was needed to be done was essential to make sure our communities have access to water. I have stood up for the best interests of all members of our community.

"Such challenges will continue,

and no-one least of all me in my role as Mayor, can afford to be complacent - there is much work still to be done", she said. "Over the last four years, I have proven that I am up to those challenges." · Behavioural change is key to our future sustainability How we reduce waste, protect our waterways and become more energyefficient are key issues underpinning Mayor Tracy Dobie's vision for the future.

"We must do everything we can to conserve water and protect our natural environment", said Mayor Tracy Dobie as she confirmed that she will recontest the 2020 Mayoral Election.

The Council-initiated "Shaping Southern Downs" includes a Federal Government-funded Environmental Sustainability Strategy designed to guide residents and ratepayers on how to reduce waste, protect waterways and catchments, conserve natural areas, become more energy-efficient and use more renewables.

"We must change our behaviour if we are to protect the future of our next generations," Cr Dobie said. · If you have a question of Council, you only have to ask Effective communication and an understanding of what the community feels is important are the keys to delivering effective and efficient Council services that meet the needs

of local residents, Mayor Dobie said as she announced she will recontest the 2020 Local Government election.

"I respect the investment our local residents make through their rates and want them to have their say in how it is being re-invested in our communities. I will continue to listen and to provide feedback on where our money is spent and ensure our community has efficient and effective local services," Cr Dobie said.

Over the last four years Councillors and Council staff have undertaken significant levels of consultation with a community meeting somewhere in the region at least once every month.

Ongoing feedback with ideas or areas of concern is crucial for Council to support our community's aspirations.

"Our communities are everything; they are where we live, work, shop and play. If you have a question about Council initiatives, you just have to ask and I will answer it, said Cr Dobie.

TIME TO BE HEARD PENNISI PUTS UP HIS HAND FOR MAYOR With sixteen years of local government experience, well-known Southern Downs local councillor, Vic Pennisi, is challenging for the position of Mayor of the Southern Downs.

Pennisi said the decision has come about because he knows for a fact the

people in the community are not being heard and he wants to lead a council that listens first.

"We need a bottom up style of governance that acts on behalf of the community in a transparent way in the best interests of all," says a fired-up, enthusiastic Vic - "I know I can create this much needed culture."

"I love our region, I have lived here for my entire 61 year life, I love and respect local government but I have seen the trust erode over the past years because council doesn't listen to what citizens are saying.

"Many other external factors have contributed to the decline in trust in our council leadership and I will earn trust again by listening, not talking."

Pennisi said when it comes to issues like drought and water, he has a better understanding of the complexities and knows he can drive infrastructure projects, if he had the reins. He also sees the Warwick Saleyards as untapped potential, saying they should not be sold.

"The Warwick Saleyards are an untapped opportunity and a rare jewel that needs to be driven to meet its potential as a vital hub for all of southern and western Queensland livestock supply chains."

Pennisi is also standing on a platform, boosting local people and growing local business first.

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With housing affordability continuing to be an issue for many people trying to break into the housing market, the evolution of the tiny home movement has come at just the right time.

Peregian Springs local and CozyHomes Tiny Houses director Brian Irving said a Tiny House is a completed home of around 6m in length by 2.4m wide that is cladded, wired – both off grid and 240v – insulated, lined, fitted out with furnishings and fittings, an ensuite and more.

“This movement, while predominant in the US for a long time has really taken off in Europe in the past five years for the same reason as in Australia – the housing rental and affordability crises,” Brian said. “It is the downsizing move to affordability.”

“A smaller home with all the usual facilities and furnishings, built in a creative, innovative manner – for example, a bedroom that with the push of a button, the bed raises to the ceiling to reveal a media room. Japan has been doing this for quite a while.”

CozyHomes Tiny Houses Australia offers a range of styles, layouts and fitouts for its customers. They offer four versions; a DIY model where you do the finishing to suit yourself, a budget version, a standard and a deluxe version (which has been likened to a five star resort apartment).

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From previous page "This is a region where people need to come first and we need an environment where locals can invest and want to invest locally. I want to ask people and business how we can help them prosper, not have local government block them with red tape."

Vic said he has plenty of ideas and is ready to discuss with ratepayers and the community. Vic has asked people to send him ideas and be part of the future.

"I am fully accessible during the campaign and I will remain fully accessible as Mayor. I believe in transparency, building trust, rebuilding communities and most importantly I am all about listening. Anyone can call me direct, details are on my website www.vic4mayor.com.au or follow me in social media using @vic4mayor." Vic said "Call me, I want to listen, if it's important to you then it's important to me."

Join the fight for change, bring back trust, transparency and community first by following Vic @vic4mayor.

NOT IN RUNNING...

Warwick resident Bryan Pask announced in late 2019 he intended to nominate for the mayorlty in 2020 - he advised the Free Times this week he has since decided not to contest the mayorlty but is considering nominating as a councillor candidate. ●

CURRENT COUNCILLORS - WHO'S IN?

BY JEREMY SOLLARS Of the eight serving councillors, Vic Pennisi has declared his intention to contest the mayoralty and long-serving councillor Neil Meiklejohn has announced he will retire from council at the 2020 election.

Of the six other incumbent councillors - current Deputy Mayor Jo McNally and Councillors Cameron Gow, Rod Kelly, Marika McNichol, Yve Stocks and Sheryl Windle - all have advised the Free Times they intend to run again for councillor in 2020.

Last week a rumour surfaced that Deputy Mayor Jo McNally intended to contest the mayoralty. The Free Times asked Cr McNally if there was any truth to that suggestion here's her response "I can confirm that I will be standing as a Councillor Candidate. I have been proud to serve the Southern Downs for the last 10 years and hope I will be given the opportunity to serve again and continue the focus on financial sustainability as well as maintaining our infrastructure that delivers services to our communities."

Rumours, rumours - no doubt there will be more between now and 28 March ...

Deputy Mayor Jo McNally.

Cr Sheryl Windle.

Cr Rod Kelly.

Cr Marika McNichol.

Cr Cameron Gow.

Cr Yve Stocks.

MORE TO COME ...

A number of contenders have emerged in the community who intend to nominate for the position of councillor - and more are expected. So far, those who have formally announced their intention to run for councillor in 2020 (that we know of ... ) are as follows (and in no particular order ... ) · Stephen Tancred · Peter Kemp · Andrew Gale · Cynthia McDonald · Paola Cabezas Bono · Amanda Harrold The Free Times will feature more on those candidates in next week's edition, and any others who emerge in the meantime ... and if you're planning to run feel free to give Free Times editor Jeremy Sollars a call on 0427 090 818. · Also next week - an interview with outgoing - and long-standing - Councillor Neil Meiklejohn ...

CHECK ENROLMENT ...

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KEY DATES ... · 22 February - Official ‘Notice of Election’ · 22 February to 3 March - Candidate nominations · 28 February 2020 - Close of electoral roll · 4 March 2020 - Ballot paper draw · 16 March 2020 - Postal Vote applications close · From 16 March 2020 - Early voting opens · 28 March 2020 - Election day ● 10 SOUTHERN FREE TIMES

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Look what's on at the Stanthorpe Show this year - young or old, there is entertainment to suit everyone! From Sideshow Alley to the Animal Nursery as you walk around the grounds there is plenty to see.

On Friday check out Dreamtime Reptiles - you will find them up near the Wine pavilion - there will be five shows where you may meet a Crocodile or a 3 metre Python!

Or maybe venomous snakes or even a goanna and his mates - a Bearded Dragon and Blue Tongue lizards! Your presenter will demonstrate these animals and you may be able to touch some of them or have a photograph with Max the snappy Crocodile.

Remember Dreamtime Reptiles are at the show only on Friday.

Check out the Animal Nursery - Carol Rix has been running and providing a lot of the animals in the Animal nursery for the past 20 years and was hoping this year would be a year of celebration. While the drought has seen to that, she will be doing her absolute best to provide as many animals as possible for you to view. The Animal Nursery will be open all day Friday and Saturday and until lunchtime Sunday.

Friday afternoon late will also see the first heats of the Atkins Glen Mower Speedway Lawn Mower Races. You have never seen meaner looking mowers - certainly not a machine to ask your grandmother to use!! Wait until you see the speed these machines get up too! These machines will also be back on Saturday to continue their battles. Don't miss the fun, but don't get in their path!

Friday afternoon and evening will see

the return to the Peter Bondfield Arena of the FMX Kaos International Freestyle Team. They are promising us a great new show - including spectacular backflips. The FMX Kaos riders will also do an afternoon demonstration on both Friday and Saturday.

Don't miss the FMX KASOS performance again on Saturday. FMX Kaos have a jumping kangaroo they are adding to their performance too!

Final action in the main arena on Friday

evening will be the JJ Richards & Sons Pty Ltd Fireworks display.

If you are looking for music in the afternoon find a shady spot at the Wine Pavilion between 4pm and 7pm on Friday. Be entertained by Penny Davies and Roger Ilott our own nationally acclaimed folk musicians, while enjoying a cool drink or two. Later at the Laurie Harvey Main Bar on the other side of the grounds listen to the music of Smooth Talk. They will perform until 11pm.

Saturday will see the arrival of Noah's Thoroughbred Racing Pigs team. They will be found in the same area as the Dreamtime Reptiles were Friday. They will race four times over the course of the day - these little pigs certainly enjoy their racing and you may have the opportunity to name your favourite racing piglet. Don't miss the excitement of seven little pigs competing for the winner's food bowl!

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From previous page Afternoon music at the wine bar on Saturday will be provided by local favourites Sarah and David Hume. Catch them between 4pm and 7pm. Back again for two more sessions on Saturday will be the KMX Kaos International Freestyle Team riders and the Atkins Glen Mower Speedway Lawn Mower Races.

Saturday night live music at the XXXX Can Bar will see The Cole Train get everyone up and dancing until 11pm.

The Peter Bondfield Arena will see the last of the Lawn Mower Racers before the final FMX Kaos performance Saturday evening.

And to light up the arena to end the show the JJ Richards & Sons Pty Ltd Fireworks display will entertain us all once again. · Commencing in 1875, the Stanthorpe Show is one of the oldest established agricultural shows in Queensland and the first on the circuit each year. · Check out our website for more details about the Stanthorpe Show at: www. stanthorpeshowgrounds.com.au. ●

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NEWS TESTING TIME The University of Queensland (UQ) says power generation at its Warwick solar farm is expected to commence by the end of March this year.

Electricity from the solar farm will be fed into the state power grid and the university has said power generated from the facility will offset annual power used at its St Lucia campus in Brisbane by 100 per cent.

A UQ spokesman said the "majority of construction works on site have now been complete".

"Lendlease and Ergon are currently undertaking a rigorous testing program, ready for energisation and the commencement of power generation by the end of Q1 2020."

FEEDLOT EXPANSION Southern Downs councillors at their January 2020 meeting last week approved a development application for expansion of the Canning Downs South feedlot at Elbow Valley east of Warwick.

In what the council said in a statement reflects "understanding of the importance of supporting agricultural growth in the rural sector"

councillors approved the application to increase the feedlot's capacity from 2400 'standard cattle units' to 9400, "along with infrastructure improvements that will result in a world class feedlot facility".

The expansion is to be completed over two stages.

Mayor Tracy Dobie said the development would be "a significant boost to the region's agricultural sector and economy, and the approval reflected Council's strong belief in supporting a balanced future for the Southern Downs across various industries".

"While some concerns were raised through the development approval process, Council officers have listened carefully and addressed these issues by attaching certain conditions to the development approval," Cr Dobie said last week.

"Our region remains largely dependent on the agricultural industry.

"Once completed, the cattle feedlot at Elbow Valley will be the largest in the region.

"It's great to have primary producers investing in our region, and overall it's a massive boost for the future of the Southern Downs."

According to the meeting minutes Cr Sheryl Windle left the council chamber and did not participate in the vote after declaring a conflict of interest due to her "son's fiancee's parents being submitters against this application".

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

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

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STOP-GO AT GAP FOR MONTHS...

State Government works to repair the highway damaged by recent bushfires at Cunninghams Gap started this week, with stop-go conditions and single lane closures to be the norm for an indefinite period.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said initial works would include "clearing existing drains and culverts of firerelated debris".

"Works will involve inspection and repair of damage resulting from the fires, to enable safe use of the highway ahead of the next phase of reconstruction works," Mr Bailey said in a statement on Monday of this week.

"The past few months have been tough with different weather-related events," Mr Bailey said.

"Our crews are working around the clock to ensure the safety of motorists and reopen lanes as quickly and safely as possible."

Mr Bailey said as well as these initial emergency works "additional reconstruction" will be carried out "over coming months".

"Motorists can expect changed traffic conditions including stop/go traffic control and short-term, single-lane closures during the works," the minister said.

"The initial phase of works are expected to be completed by March, weather permitting."

Mr Bailey did not provide further details of the "additional reconstruction works" but TMR has previously told the Free Times

that "long-term works are dependent on the completion of the full assessment of the damage including geotechnical investigations of the upslope and downslopes in the fire damaged locations".

This is understood to be 'code' for potentially extensive stabilisation work needed on the cliff face at the Gap, likely to include removal and/or pinning of unstable sections of rock.

Many locals continue to argue that a permanent alternative solution is needed at the Gap - such as a tunnel through the Main Range, a concrete 'deck' over the highway or a new road through Spicers Gap. But TMR said earlier this month there are "no current plans for major construction works or realignment of the highway".

The State Government conducted largescale stabilisation works at a cost of nearly $60 million over two years to 2012, after a series of highway closures from 2005 to 2010 due to land slips along the highway.

Those land slips were caused and hampered by heavy rain at various times leading to major engineering studies and a series of heavy works including the blasting out of a 23 tonne boulder in May 2010.

Concrete barriers and shipping containers on the western side of the highway through the Gap have since formed a line of defence against further land slips. ●

A boulder and debris which fell next to the highway at Cunninghams Gap in early January.

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MEMORABILIA:- CRICKET:-Don Bradman (Farewell to cricket); Doug Walters 74 tests; Adam Gilchrist Australian Captains bat; Australian Test Cricket captains;

NRL:- Premiers 2005 West Tigers; Reg Gasnier (AUSTRALIA/ST GEORGE JERSEY); Shane Webcke Retirement Jersey & photos & track pants: Bulldog jersey; St Georg jersey; Brisbane Bronco’s signed jersey ( 2009 ); COLLECTABLES:- Single Shearing plant ; Corn cracker; Sunshine corn sheller (working); camp ovens; approx. 10 steel wheels; coppers; tractor seats;2 x small enamel signs; corner balustrade; rabbit traps HMV gramophone & records; Singer sewing machine; milk cans;

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HORSE RACING:- Lonhro; Makybe diva triple treat; Might & Power; Bernborough; Melbourne Cup (Michelle Payne) BMW Cox Plate ’99; Magnificent Seven; A Century of Racing;

FURNITURE:- 8’ x 4’ slate pool table with all accessories( sa new); Nullabor out door table & 6 chairs; outdoor table & 4 stools; coffee tables; bar stools; bar; bar fridge; Corner TV unit; display cabinet; hall stand; dressing table; T.V.; CD player; 4 burner BBQ; family Weber; esky’s;

NEARLY COMPLETE NEARLY completed new home approximately 4 to 6 weeks. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms open plan living, great kitchen, double garage.

Priced to sell at just $395,000.

Please call Stuart Bond for more information on 0419 677 775. ●

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GENERAL:-4 x brand new tyres (245 – 70R 16); Stihl BG56 blower; Stihl FS38 Brush cutter; Stihl FS250 brush cutter; Honda EU20i generator; Honda self-propelled mower; gurney; Rapid battery charger; Hasquarna chain saw; elec hedge trimmer; Gardentine 4 stroke hedge trimmer; ladders; Blackridge 155 compressor (brand new); Ozito arck welder (with helmet & rods); s/s toilet; 12V air compressor; 7’ x 5’ trailer (reg); tow bar; jockey wheel; pump jack; 12V spray unit; new roll s/s gauze; petrol brush cutter; 9” angle grinder; socket sets; elec chain saw; steps; steel box; endless chain; old trace chains; railway dropers; peg harrow; old wheel barrow; qty chairs out door heater; steel buckets; qty fishing gear; crab nets; bird cage; 2 x saddles; qty large pots & pot plants; 2 x small wind mills; water feature;

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LOCAL LEGEND IN NATIONAL HONOURS A hearty congratulations to Les Meiklejohn, who was awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in the 2020 Australia Day National Honours.

The OAM is in recognition of the many years of service Les has given to the Warwick and wider community. Les is a true local legend and was a much-deserving recipient of this honour on our national day last Sunday 26 January.

Below is the official citation accompanying his OAM, from the Governor-General Mr Leslie Thomas MEIKLEJOHN, Warwick QLD 'For service to local government, and to the community of Warwick.'

Warwick Shire Council · Alderman, 1973-1994. · Deputy Chair, 1985-1989. · Past Deputy Mayor.

Warwick Lodge No 160 UGLQ Master, 1972, 1985 and 2007-2008. · Past Deputy Grand Director of Ceremonies, 1997. · Member, since 1963. · Past Leader of the Lodge. · Almoner, current.

Warwick and District Tourist Association · Member, from 1973. · Past President. · Past Secretary. · Life Member.

Regency Park Retirement Village · Past Chair · Committee Member, 2008-2017.

Warwick and District Fish Stocking Association · Inaugural President, 1986. · Past Secretary and Treasurer. · Founding Member, 33 years.

Warwick Bowls Club · Member, 29 years. · Past Secretary. · Past Coordinating Officer.

Other · Volunteer Announcer, Rainbow FM Community Radio, 17 years.

Awards and recognition includes: · Recipient, Citizen of the Year Award, Southern Downs Regional Council, 2009. ●

Les Meiklejohn OAM.

SOUTHERN DOWNS NAMES LOCAL CITIZENS OF THE YEAR...

Let's hear a round of applause for the 2020 Southern Downs Citizen of the Year and Southern Downs Youth Citizen of the Year winners - Sandra Head and Ben Armbruster, formally recognised on Australia Day. The Southern Downs Regional Council has said "thank you and well done" to Sandra and Ben and "acknowledges their valued dedication and service to the community with the announcement".

Mayor Tracy Dobie congratulated all the nominees and the award winners for the roles they play in supporting their community.

"The volunteers within our community contribute towards making the Southern Downs and Granite Belt the wonderful place that it is to live," Cr Dobie said.

"All of the nominees and the award winners have collectively made valuable and selfless contributions to the community and are worthy of recognition. "Our region is very fortunate to have so many community members who work behind the scenes to dedicate their personal time without seeking recognition, and the Australia Day Awards provide the opportunity for us to say 'thank you and well done'."

SANDRA HEAD, SOUTHERN DOWNS CITIZEN OF THE YEAR...

A tireless pursuit of community service

and volunteering has seen Sandra Head awarded the 2020 Southern Downs Citizen of the Year.

Sandra is a dedicated and active member of a number of community groups and generously spreads her time across the Southern Downs Community Crisis Support Group, the Warwick Bridge Club, the Rotary Club of Warwick Sunrise and Warwick Friends of BUSHkids.

Sandra's extensive experience in early childcare education has steered her towards volunteer work with BUSHkids.

"I did lots of volunteering after hours helping schools out. From there I started with Rotary and later also joined BUSHkids, which tied in well with my earlier work with early childhood learning," Sandra said.

"I'm more than happy to take on roles with my clubs and committees.

"I enjoy helping people and being of use."

Sandra generously provides administrative support two days a week in the BUSHkids office and helps staff with planning playgroups and story time through her extensive knowledge of nursery rhymes, finger play, poems and songs. Sandra recently donated her time to conduct site visits to State Schools to assess location suitability for mobile BUSHkids ekindy pods.

Sandra's comprehensive childhood

education knowledge and experience was advantageously used to develop the checklists and processes for the standalone care pods. Sandra has also been a productive member of the Warwick Friends of BUSHkids (FOBK) since it began and has also held the position of president and secretary. Her role in FOBK involved coordinating fundraising and public relations events such as the first BUSHkids dinner, the BUSHkids Golf Day, the BUSHkids Dance and a Read and Grow community education.

Sandra has also been elected the President of the inaugural Southern Downs Community Crisis Support Group. This group collectively coordinates the efforts of all charities and services in the region to provide support for farmers. This involves co-ordinating the aid which is coming into the district from near and far.

BEN ARMBRUSTER, SOUTHERN DOWNS YOUTH CITIZEN OF THE YEAR...

Southern Downs' very own swimming sensation and sportsman-to-watch, 17-yearold Ben Armbruster has been named Southern Downs Youth Citizen of the Year.

Ben's mother Shannon said the family was thrilled to receive the news of Ben's win.

"It's been such a huge year, so many miles travelled, but it's been an amazing year for Ben," she said.

"In the last few months, Ben has qualified for the Australian Age Swimming Championships, the Australian Open Swimming Championships and the trials for the Tokyo Olympics, so 2020 will be even bigger!"

In August 2019 Ben was named the Queensland team's Male Swimmer of the Meet at the School Sport Australia 13-19 years Swimming Championships, where he brought home an amazing 10 medals from 11 events.

Ben's successful sports pursuits extend beyond the pool and are not confined to lane ropes, with him supporting a number of local and regional events. Last year Ben represented the region as guest athlete and speaker at the 2019 Junior Excellence Swimming Development Clinic in Toowoomba.

Ben also gives back to the community and has volunteered at local Blue Light discos, school fundraising events and swim-a-thons for the Cancer Council in honour of Elaine Goebel - a former grandparent of swimmers in the Stanthorpe Swimming Club.

Ben is well known for his caring, encouraging and supportive disposition. ●

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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 Southern Cross Room at the Warwick RSL, 11.30am. 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.

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 meet at the Senior Citizen's Rooms, Marsh St. 10.45 for an 11 o'clock start. Visitors welcome.

Call Keith on 0413870021.

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 Erica on 4667 0848 or visit www.u3awarwick.org.au

SING IT 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.

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.

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Church, Guy St. Thursdays 9:15 - 10:45 during school terms.

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.

WEDNESDAY 12 FEBRUARY National Seniors Trip to see the Parrots in Paradise in the Glasshouse Mountains.Bookings at Suncorp is now open until Wednesday 5 February. For more information phone Carmel on 4661 3136.

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CWA Handcraft every Wednesday at the CWA Rooms, Grafton Street, Warwick, from 9am to 11am. Learn handcrafts, do your own handcrafts, or just chat.

Cost $3 includes morning tea. Enquiries phone Sharon on 4666 2197, or just come along.

SUNDAY 16 FEBRUARY Over 50's Social Club - noon, Yangan Hotel, Yangan. Contact warwickssc@ gmail.com or phone Jen 0400 505 943.

WEDNESDAY 19 FEBRUARY 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.

ON YOUR BIKE Every Sunday - Stanthorpe Cycle Club meet at Bi-Rite Electrical (next to Woolworths) at 6.30 am. Times vary according to the season, call Keith on 0413870021.

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Warwick Lure Coursing Club - the first meeting of 2020 for the Warwick Lure Coursing Club is on Sunday 23rd February at the Henry Joppich Park, Wentworth Street. Entries are taken from 8.30am for a 9.00am start. Lure Coursing is a safe and fun environment for dogs of all breeds and sizes to get some exercise. Bring your dogs and a picnic on the last Sunday of each month from February to November. It is necessary to wear closed-in shoes and to have dogs on leads. For further details contact Peter Briggs on 0417 816 910 or email at briggsweedbusters@skymesh. com.au

· Over 50's Social Club - noon, Allora Icecreamery & Cafe, 71 Herbert St, Allora. Contact warwickssc@gmail.com or phone Jen 0400 505 943. · Freestone Uniting Church Re Dedication at Freestone Creek Road, Freestone, at 2pm. For more information contact Marg on 0427 144 812.

THURSDAY 6 FEBRUARY Warwick Pensioners League - lunch at Warwick Golf Club. For more information contact Michael Holland on 0408 982 157.

SATURDAY 8 FEBRUARY The Swanfels School Get Together will be

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10, Cracked. 12, Tempo. 15, Spray. 16, Hear-say. 18, Pastor. 20, Di-the-r. 22, Excercise book.

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DOWN 1. Prepare the toast that will be flattering? (6,2). 2. As soon as one rings the number (4). 3. Songs from the wild tit inside, flying (7). 4. To pursue, is forced to enter the church (5). 5. Fear the terrible bore inside is a relation (8).

6. Put your money on a hot tip from a lady (4). 11. Saying more about that terrible rice pudding (8). 13. Got oneself dismissed, but continued to bat (6,2). 14. One of the national foods of Russia: quite colourful (7). 17. A prayer for a famous cricketer (5). 19. Pop back, once at the top (4). 21. Bust out of the containers (4).

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QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7609 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Discriminate. 8, Starch. 9, Clover. 10, Aniseed. 12, Heady. 15, Stout. 16, Blanket. 18, Rabbit. 20, Excise. 22, Mulligatawny.

Down - 1, Distinct. 2, Scar. 3, Fighter. 4, Pinch. 5, Napoleon. 6, Mere. 11, Squabble. 13, Dressing. 14, Illegal. 17, Stair. 19, Army. 21, Clay.

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I've been away and seeing a slice of NSW since before the new year so it is really good to be home and to know there has been some rain. Hopefully, by the time you read this, there will have been more. Maybe there will be enough to make the grass grow and I may even have to get the lawnmower out!

Many years ago I remember reading a Steinbeck book called "Travels with Charley: In Search of America". After driving from Sydney to Maclean on the north coast of NSW, I can relate to his feelings of loss.

Currently, unless you deliberately turn of the expressway, the first sign of civilisation is the Raymond Terrace area. Then nothing until Coffs Harbour and then Woodburn where I turned off to come over the mountain. I never saw any of the beautiful coastline and feel sad for the tourists that drive this road - they just pass Australia by! Not even the chance of seeing straying wildlife on the roads as it is exclusionfenced for many kilometres. So many little towns bypassed and suffering.

I did enjoy the drive over the mountains, especially as I took the scenic route and came via Tabulam, Bonalbo and Urbenville to Killarney. Some beautiful forest country, spectacular Moreton Bay Ash trees and the devastation of the burnt Tooloom National Park area. It was raining so heavily I didn't get to see the Tooloom falls, so maybe I will need to go back.

While away I saw many beautiful Gymea lilies in flower. These are another childhood memory but back then they were known

Glorious Gymea... as Gosford or Illawarra Flame lilies - times change! That name, however, was probably only in my local area, as the name 'Gymea' is the Eora indigenous word for the plant, and the Sydney suburb and Bay are named for the plant and not vice versa.

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after a bushfire apparently, with the roots protecting themselves by pulling together and burying deeper into the soil away from the heat. Because of this I expect that on my next trip to the area I will see many more splashes of red through the bush.

They would grow in our area in a spot that doesn't get heavy frost, either in full sun or part shade. So, if you have a spot that could use a spectacular, showy, large, sword-leafed plant it may be worth a try when water for gardening is again available to us.

At the risk of repeating myself I am once again going to sing the praises of the Vincas in my garden. I was away for three weeks from the end of December and we all know how little rain there was in that time, but they have survived and are flowering beautifully - the only bright spot in an otherwise fairly barren landscape! They would have to be the most drought-tolerant, showy and forgiving plant I have ever come across. I will be spreading seed further this year so the other side of my front yard will also have spring, summer and autumn colour regardless of the weather.

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GLOBAL SPORTS FANS GRIEVING Sports lovers in Australia and across the world woke to news on Monday of the death of basketball legend Kobe Bryant.

Bryant with his daughter Gianna with whom he shared a special love of the game and seven others died when the helicopter they were travelling in crashed. It was allegedly enroute to his Mamba Sports Academy. The news left fans, team mates and sports men and women across the world reeling trying to make sense of the unfolding tragedy.

Bryant, the former Lakers superstar was one of those titans who has the ability to transcend their particular sport earning the respect and admiration of everyone.

A five-time NBA champion and twotime Olympic gold medallist, Bryant is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players in history. An iconic figure who became one of the faces of his sport during a glittering two-decade career with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Lakers retired both his No. 8 and No. 24 jerseys to honour what is widely considered one of the greatest careers in NBA history.

His death came only hours after Le Bron James passed him as third on the all-time NBA scoring list. Bryant tweeting congratulations to Le Bron on the achievement.

Sports stars and fans reflected on his amazing work ethic, his down to earth approach and his passion, commitment and loyalty to the Lakers. As tributes flowed NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement: "The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna. For 20 seasons, Kobe showed us what is possible when remarkable talent blends with an absolute devotion to winning. He was one of the most extraordinary players in the history of our game with accomplishments that are legendary. But he will be remembered most for inspiring people around the world to pick up a basketball and compete to the very best of their ability. He was generous with the wisdom he acquired and saw it as his mission to share it with future generations of players, taking special delight in passing down his love of the game to Gianna."

Unfortunately there are few who are blessed with Bryant's talent but the legacy he leaves is littered with lessons that we can all take forward.

It is a reminder to us all that with or without wealth, talent and all the associated trappings we are not immune from tragedy. We should all embrace life everyday and be the best we can be because the future is clearly not ours to see.

- Casey TENNIS AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL Tennis lovers have been treated to some sensational games at the Australian Open in the past few days. Just when you think you have seen the best along comes another to outdo or equal what has gone before.

The John Millman Roger Federer epic was outstanding and I am sure while all Aussies were cheering on Millman the other side of us was wishing Federer through to the next round. Hours of superb tennis.

Kyrgios then had us all on the edge of our seats when he beat Khachanov in a five set epic setting up a clash with Nadal. It was a game at the level we all hoped for and while 22 SOUTHERN FREE TIMES

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Wayne Schnitzerling was one several competitors clocked doing in excess of 25kmh up the McGlew Street hill by Stanthorpe Police Traffic Branch officer Dan O'Dea during the bike leg of the Australia Day Triathalon.

Nadal prevailed showing not for the first time why he is number one in the world, during and after the game, Kyrgios won a few s more of us over to his team (with reservations of course). Only one smashed racquet during the game and that was in frustration at himself. Perhaps this is the turning point we have all be waiting for and by the way Nick, you will never again be able to play the "I don't care card" and get away with it. Not believable any more.

Of course everyone's favourite Ash Barty continued to party - named Young Australian of the Year. She then gave us all a few nervous moments before regrouping to win her way into the final eight. With an early deadline I hope when you read this she has despatched her 2019 AO nemesis Petra Kvitova. It is becoming almost too tough to watch - no good for the ticker.

GREAT CARNIVAL AFTER WEATHER TOSSES A FLIPPER Organisers of the 2020 Warwick Australia Day Carnival were tossed a flipper or two when rain interrupted play on day one of the carnival. Ultimately day one games were abandoned due to the conditions and the reset button hit shortening the carnival to two days play. While organisers worked feverishly to reorganise the draw and accommodate the 33 participating teams, I hear there was plenty of "play" on day one, just perhaps not the cricket type President Dave Walker, Umpire Greg Payne and the organisers did a great job and despite some threatening skies the remainder of the carnival went ahead interruption free.

On Monday morning Mitch's XI defeated Bear XI at Slade to win a place in the final of the main competition. In the early game on the Queen's Park Turf it was Jonesy's XI who booked the other spot in the final with a win over Summers.

In the social competition Digglers and Dales XI went head to head in their final which was played on the Queen's Park Turf.

Digglers chased down 110 runs to grab their first win at the Carnival. The team made up of a bunch of former school mates has been fielding an Australia Day for 23 years and were delighted to get the win. Many of the group return to Warwick each Australia Day

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weekend specifically for the carnival and the chance to catch up with mates. Darren Costello was the Player of the Final.

In the main final at Slade Park Mitch's/ Brownie's XI got the wood on Jonesy's XI who always seem to be thereabouts when the whips are cracking. Lachlan Berge (Mitch's/Brownie's XI) scored 109 in the final and was it was no surprise when he was named Player of the Final and claimed the gong for the highest score.

Tony Johnston, playing for Jonesy's XI, had an outstanding carnival taking seven wickets and scoring 162 runs. He was named Player of the Carnival.

Youngster Ryan Welsh picked up all rounder of the carnival. Dennis Bohm (Hurricanes) scored the most runs (170) and Will Ole finished with the Best Batting Average (104).

Tom Philp took the most wickets during the carnival. Dave Duroux returned the best bowling figures 6/23 and Peter Henningsen had the best Bowling Average over the carnival (4.16).

Mitch Small's name defied his ability when it came to the popular throwing competition. He threw 88 metres and nailed a win.

Jonesy's XI finished the carnival runners up and in third place Hulks XI. As another successful Australia Day carnival drew to a close, you can guarantee these two sides like many others are already making preparations for Australia Day 2021.

Congratulations to the organisers; you nailed it once again and while everything looked calm on the surface I have no doubt, like ducks on a pond you were all paddling like mad after Saturday's rain.

NY ROLLING INTO 2020 Tannymorel Bowls Club has rolled into 2020 with everyone primed for another big year.

The first Tanny Triples of 2020 were held recently. Sponsored by Roz Thompson the district's local marriage celebrant and JP, there was a great roll up for a day that was a successful marriage of fun and expertise.

Marg Wright, Philpsy & Pedro Collis took the honours. Runners up were Lyn Collie, Roy McKinney and Geoff Creighton.

The none too prestigious Horses Butt award went to Marg Thompson, Myrtle and Jean Calam.

Local Aaron Wise had time for a cheeky wave to the camera during the Stanthorpe Triathlon bike ride.

The overall winners got their day off to a good start with a 23-4 win over the eventual winners of the Horses Butt.

The runners up also started well with a 17-9 win over their opponents Lyn Collie, Roy & Geoff Creighton.

Geoff Davis' Team were also quick out of the blocks winning their game against Les Kable, Gordie Assay & T.B. 21-9. Just some of the scores.

In the second round, skips only, Pedro Collis cemented his team's win defeating Tony Schubert 16-7.

Geoff Creighton also had a good win for the runner's up beating Kev Mooney 25-10.

Organisers thank Les Clark and Sue Butz for sitting out for the day after one of the teams didn't make it to Tanny. Butzy had the greens in great order and the kitchen staff once again turned it on.

Tanny One 2020 got off to a great start on the opening Friday night and then it rained - not that anyone was complaining.

Everyone headed inside for a pool comp and to watch that beautiful rain tumble down amid plenty of pool conspiracy theories.

If you would like a Friday night filled with fun and laughter for all ages; best head to Tanny on Friday night for the Tanny Classic, take two.

TO TACKLE OR NOT TO TACKLE The start of the Junior Rugby League season is just around the corning. News of the new tackling restrictions in Junior League has many involved in rugby league concerned for the future direction of the game and the impact the rule might have on junior numbers.

A number of clubs last year noticed a drop off in interest after the Tackle Safe Programme was introduced to Under 6's.

As it is set to be extended to Under 7's there is genuine concern among many Junior Club officials that it will be to the detriment of the game.

While everyone has child safety front of mind there are steps that can be taken to ensure maximum safety to littlies without diluting the fact that rugby league is, and always will be a contact sport. Otherwise everyone would be playing League Tag or Oz Tag. freetimes.com.au

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Early action at Slade Park on the final day of the 2020 Australia Day carnival. welcome grant from the SDRC which was greatly appreciated.

NUMBERS BUILDING After a slow start to the year number of players returned to the Croquet courts last week for the Association Croquet games. In singles game Carol Verwey and Heather Widderick went head to head in a competitive singles game. Verwey made three 'peels' and Widderick one. Verwey pegged out to win the game 26-20. Joy Newman and Jenny Tunbridge played Pat Schnoor and Andrea Denkewitz who each recorded breaks of two hoops in consecutive plays. Not to be outdone Jenny also recorded the same plays that helped she and partner Joy to a 20 -16.

In the third game of the day Grace Howard and Peter Goodsir played Peter Tunbridge. In this game Peter Goodsir played well making good hoop shots as he and Grace worked towards a 21-18 victory.

SUPER SHENNANIGANS A team of cricketers headed for an afternoon of fun turned a more than a few heads as they made their way through the main street on Saturday morning enroute to the CF White Oval.

To the amusement of many visitors, the group were glamorously attired in outfits which looked likely to have been sourced from the Ladies section of Vinnie's Boutique.

While they got plenty of attention, I doubt you'll see any of the group gracing the catwalk anytime soon.

It is the sort of laid back fun vibe that permeates the pitches on Super8's Saturday in Stanthorpe. Players and non players come together for the Stanthorpe Cricket fund raiser which coincides with Australia Day and has a dress code as broad as your imagination.

There was a good blend of men's and mixed teams among the big crowd supporting the fundraiser with numbers growing year on year.

AROUND THE GROUNDS SOUTHERN CROSS BOWLS CLUB Australia Day social mixed bowls winners were Allan Davidson and Dan Hughes 23 def Peter Klowss 7.

They came away with meal vouchers kindly donated

by The Criterion Hotel. Other scores were Steve Ford, Clark Davidson 21 def Paul Beaman, Kev Mooney 9.

Joe Torrisi, Slave 20 def Barry Frame, Daph Cross/ Cheryl Wickham 10. John Lawardorn, Geoff Davis 18 def Marion Skaines, Dave Scotney 12.

Raffle winners were Paul Beaman with a meal voucher from The Criterion Hotel and Bill Lee, a meat tray from Bell's Butchers. Thanks to the boys for preparing the green. It's coming along excellently since the rain.

Saturday February 1 Men's A&B Grade Club Singles play offs 1pm.

A Davidson, W Foster, V Hemmings, B Gainey, P Klowss, P Gainey, J Torrisi, B Frame, J Lawardorn, Slave, K Mooney, D Scotney, G Davis, B. Lee, C Davidson are required to either play or be a marker.

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The fun day which contributes to the Association coffers and helps keep the costs of playing cricket down did have a semi serious side. There were a couple of winners. Winner of the mixed competition was the Southern Scorchers team while a likely looking bunch, Wes' Disciples took out the Men's comp.

Ben Staley, in his first year as President of the Stanthorpe Cricket Association said that while he had always been involved in Super 8's organising the fundraiser was a new experience for him.

Staley said he was pleased with the day.

"It was very successful and by all accounts everyone had a blast," he said. After all that's one of the main purposes of the day.

After the fun and frivolity regular cricket futures return this weekend as thoughts turn to the pointy end of the season. There is also a Mitchell Shield game on Sunday.

Some of those classy outfits will now have to be put into mothballs until 2021. (thankfully).

STRONG START FOR GATEBALL It has been a strong start to the year for the Gateball discipline. Again last week two teams of four lined up in Gateball.

Team one this week was Sharyn Roser, Les Williams, Pat Schnoor and Heather Widderick. Team Two their opponents, Andrea Denkewitz, Joy Newman, Grace Howard and Eric McLellan. The opening game finished tied up at 10 all and honours went to Team One following the count back.

Team One continued their successes into the second game scoring a 12-10 win. Sharyn Roser contributed to the win. She scored two gates Sharyn Roser played well, scoring at gates two and finished off sparking a ball to earn an agari with the last turn of the game. The wins kept coming for Team One who scored an overwhelming 16 points to 5 win in the third game. Again Roser played well making two 'bombs' (knocking two opponent balls off court at once).

Team Two finally found some winning

form to claim the final game 13- 11. A gate and touch by Joy Newman gained her team and extra shot to knock opponent balls off court. Eric McLellan also played some good shots and scored an 'agari' with the final shot of the game.

MEMORIAL DAY SUCCESS Stanthorpe golfers and visitors played a medley 4BBB Stableford in the David Townsend Memorial last Saturday recognising the contribution of the late David Townsend to golf in Stanthorpe.

The late David Townsend was a keen sportsman with a penchant for golf and was instrumental in setting up a mid week competition in Stanthorpe. The memorial day was sponsored by RSL golf and the good field included invited members and guests of the Townsend family. Viv Thouard, representing the RSL gave members an insight into how RSL continue to support and sponsor golf in Stanthorpe.

Margie Locke and playing partner Terry Roser were out on the course early and it was a day when the early birds got the worm or at least the good scores. The pair returned a score of 45 points. Roser was the mainstay of the team however Locke supplied her share of useful scores ensuring no holes were wasted and their score proved difficult to run down.

Darryl Boekholt and partner Kev Rowling did best in the chase and secured the runners up spot with a score of 44 but not before a count back relegated David Burgess and Matt Burgess to the rundowns along with a host of others.

Pin shots at three and 12 went the way of Barry Hughes collected the men's pin shots at both 3 and 12 while Scott Constable had closest tee shot at 17. Pro-pins were won by Darryl Boekholt at 1/10, Ivan Juriss at 5/14 and Richard Reardon at 9/18. Eric McLellan won the birdies nest at eight.

Trish Fittock claimed both ladies' approaches at 12 and 17.

After an excellent day's play, David Townsend's daughter, Jenny Sherrin was kept busy handing out prizes on behalf of the family.

Players are reminded that the World Handicap System will be introduced to all Australian golf clubs next weekend.

Members may notice some small changes in their handicaps. Posters have been on display at the club for a number of weeks explaining the changes.

This week players will tee off in the February monthly medal and putting competition sponsored by Dixon Homes - Wes Smith. Tee off is from 11.30 am and there is a time sheet is on the board. ●

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SPORTERS BUSIER THAN EVER Sporters have been busy since the holiday season - Stuart Rayner, Ivan Jurris, Trevor Marsden and more recently El Presidente, Ray Thorn have all notched up wins since Spin took a break.

This weekend it was visiting golfer Wayne Hilton went one better than his father Dick who had to settle for runner up.

Other runners in past weeks have included Sunday's winner Wayne Hilton and another recent winner Ray Thorn and Angelo Maugeri.

Over the past few weeks, best nett scores were returned by some of the normal suspects, Matt Waterworth, Ian Anderson, Ivan Jurris and Mark Lynam.

Some familiar names also appeared in the run downs; Angelo Maugeri Dave Williams, John Rawlings and Dick Hilton featured prominently.

Nikki Waterworth, Ray Thorn, Mick Irwin and Dick Hilton have all line up Pin shots at the third; Stuart Rayner and Mark Lynam at 12 and Ian Anderson seems to have a liking for 17. Pro Pin winners Ray Thorn, Paul Byrnes, Terry Roser and Ian Anderson have all been on song.

Ray Thorn (can't keep him out of anything over the holiday period), Phil Zikan.

Marg Locke, Terry Roser, Dick Hilton Mark Lynam and Angelo Maugeri have all been busy collecting meat trays.

Sporters members wish to send their sincere condolences the Steele family following the sad passing of Rodney (Soapy).

For the uninitiated, Sporters tee off each Sunday morning between 7.30-8.00am at the Stanthorpe Golf Club. Visitors and first time players are always made most welcome.

BRIDGE PLAYERS BACK IN ACTION Stanthorpe Bridge players shuffled the decks and returned to the tables last week after a holiday break. On Thursday Carol Axworthy and Keith Barnett were successful in the three and a half Howell competition.

Margaret Warren and Margaret Finlay runners up while and Carole Lihou and Joy Newman filled the placings.

The club was delighted with the response to a Bridge lesson with well known teacher.

40 keen participants attended the Saturday session.

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Thursday 6 February- Ladies Committee Meeting at 1.30pm. Mixed Bowls 3.30pm. All welcome. If you're thinking of giving bowls a go, today's the day. Bowls supplied and all the help available. For enquiries phone Ladies President Chris 0412 027 342.

Find us opposite St Mary's Church and on Facebook. Think it, see it, do it!

SOUTHERN DOWNS RIFLE CLUB RESULTS 26.1.20 600 yards F Class (open): Murray Reck 121.6, Neil Sexton 120.7, Richard McKillop 118.5, Dave Taylor 117.6, Bruce McAllan 114.5, Margaret Taylor 108.4. (standard): Bob Tyllyer 122.5, Kevin Jones 109.6.

A fine morning last Sunday with hot, humid conditions and a variable wind to test the shooters. Bob had a good morning with top score in standard with Murray the winner in open class. Next Sunday 2nd February we will be at the 300 yard mound for our combined F Class and military rifle shoot, sign on at 7.30 am for 8.00am start. Contact Margaret on 4666 1018 for more information; hope to see you all there.

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