Southern Free Times - 11th June 2020

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We are continuing to see positive signs of economic recovery in our region, but COVID-19 aside we are still in drought, hence some focus in this week’s edition on the water situation.

One of the problems with COVID-19 is that other issues may to some extent go on the ‘back-burner’ - from a media perspective I think it’s important to bear in mind that COVID-19 is not the only story, and indeed our part of the world was facing significant challenges from

LOCAL LEGENDS

drought long before ‘the virus’ emerged.

Gundy mayor and former MP, plus a rural firey stalwart honoured in Queen’s Birthday list - page 8.

Our thanks go to readers for their encouraging feedback since last week’s

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edition - it makes it all worthwhile shown us terrific support through their

Check out this week’s feature properties on the local market - real estate pages 14, 15.

advertising. There is a still a long road

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ahead for our business community, but

Updates on solar and wind farm projects affecting our region - pages 16-17.

- and to the local businesses who’ve

there’s also plenty of reasons

CASEY’S SPIN

to feel optimistic - let’s not lose sight of that.

Free Times gardening guru BEATRICE HAWKINS finds plenty to brighten up winter - page 19.

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Free Times sports columnist CASEY O’CONNOR brings us the latest in local sport from around the ridges - pages 20-21.

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CEO RECRUITMENT UNDERWAY

BY JEREMY SOLLARS The Southern Downs Regional Council has engaged national firm Davidson Recruitment to find a new Chief Executive Officer following the departure in April of previous CEO David Keenan.

In a confidential section of the special council meeting held on Friday 29 May councillors reviewed what are understood to be expressions of interest from a variety of recruitment firms and voted to appoint Davidson Recruitment.

The minutes of the meeting state the councillors voted to “delegate responsibility to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor to work with the contracted recruitment agency to determine a suitable Total Remuneration Package (TRP) for the Chief Executive Officer role, but to remain within a maximum of 10% of the TRP (total remuneration package) of the former Chief Executive Officer”.

Councillors also agreed to “delegate to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor to work with the preferred recruitment agency to proceed with recruitment through to the stage of short listing of candidates, at which time interviews will be held with all Councillors to finalise the appointment of the successful Chief Executive Officer”.

Mr Keenan left his role after his contract was “terminated by mutual agreement” with the council and details of any severance payment have not been made public.

Director of Sustainable Development Jane Stroud was appointed Acting CEO and will continue in the role until such time as a permanent replacement is found.

Manager of Environmental Services Craig Magnussen is acting Director of Sustainable Development.

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Mayor Vic Pennisi, Acting CEO Jane Stroud and Deputy Mayor Ross Bartley.

DRAFT BUDGET ...

The public feedback comment period on the draft Council Budget for 2020-2021 closes tomorrow, Friday 12 June.

The council has proposed a zero rate

rise for 2020-2021 and the introduction of half-yearly rates bills.

The full draft budget documents and details on how to make a submission are

available on the council website at www. sdrc.qld.gov.au Councillors will adopt the finalised budget before the end of June. ●

QCWA STATE PRESIDENT RESPONDS The state president of the Queensland Country Women’s Association has moved to assure members in the region that no other branches are intended to close following the announcement late last week that the Stanthorpe QCWA branch has permanently closed.

Branch members have been barred from commenting publicly on the closure but are understood to be shocked and saddened by the decision.

Queensland QCWA president Christine King told the Free Times this week the Stanthorpe branch had been struggling for members and to fill “leadership roles”, and negotiations over its future had been “ongoing for the last three years”.

The Stanthorpe branch has long operated tea rooms and has a function area available for public hire but Christine King said hire bookings had been minimal in recent times and lack of income was an issue.

She said the QCWA state organisation has ownership of all QCWA facilities in the state and also said members are unable to speak to the media about internal and operational management issues.

But Christine said there is “absolutely no plan” to close any other QCWA branches in the Southern Downs and Granite Belt regions. freetimes.com.au

governance issue - as a state body we had three years’ of talks with the branch.”

Christine King said if sufficient new members could be attracted to join the branch “it might re-open”.

“There’s no time like the present to join the QCWA and in fact we’re opening new branches in other parts of Queensland,” she said.

“We’d like to see new members all over Queensland - anyone aged 18 and over can join - perhaps it’s something of a wake-up call.”

It is understood Stanthorpe Branch members have been in discussions over possible future options to continue providing services to the community - keep an eye out for more in the Free Times. ●

M&M TIMBER “It came to a point (with the Stanthorpe branch) over the last six months that we had to draw a line in the sand,” Christine told the Free Times this week.

“It’s difficult and it’s regrettable but the branch unfortunately had struggled to attract new members and members were unwilling to take on leadership roles, officebearer roles.

“I know the branch has provided an enormous amount of community support particularly during the drought.

“Given the need in the area for that kind of support I’ve struggled myself to understand why membership has been an issue, you would think it wouldn’t be.

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COVER STORY

Granite Belt Water Relief is made up of tireless volunteers – a reminder ours is a caring community.

COVER PHOTO: Russell Wantling fills one of the many water pods which come through the shed.

A FOCUS ON WATER...

BY JEREMY SOLLARS

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OVID-19 or no, our region was dealing with drought long before the virus reared its head and while some restrictions on the corona front have been eased, the dry conditions certainly have not.

Good falls of reasonably widespread rain back in mid-February filled a lot of rainwater tanks across the Southern Downs and Granite Belt but since then there’s been precious little follow-up.

The Bureau of Meteorology has predicted a warmer and wetter winter than average for parts of eastern Australia - including here but no-one’s betting the bank on it.

Instead, locals and particularly rural people are simply getting on with life ‘in the dry’ as they were before COVID-19, and questions about both short-term and longer-term water security still need to be addressed.

Leslie Dam in Warwick as of this week is at 13.14% of capacity - water releases for farming irrigation which began in February have long since stopped - while Stanthorpe’s Storm King Dam, which had barely any inflow in February, is at just 17%, and water carting down the highway from Warwick’s Connolly Dam continues.

But also continuing is community support - and the ‘can-do’ attitude of our region’s people.

A good example of that is drought charity Granite Belt Water Relief, which provides donated bulk and bottled water to Stanthorpe-area residents.

The group is currently operating out of the former Landmark shed on the New England Highway at Applethorpe but they may be moving to a new location in the coming weeks - as yet unconfirmed so keep an eye out in the Free Times for updates.

Rural residents in need of water can visit

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Russell and Samantha Wantling with volunteers Nathan Colyer and Nathan Parkes.

Granite Belt Water Relief on a Wednesday and Saturday and have their pods filled and receive bottled water, and the group also provides bottled water to local groups such as Meals On Wheels and Blue Care.

They purchase tanker-loads of water from Brisbane with donated funds - and some loads are also donated - but as well as supplying locals with water, the moral support the group provides is real but perhaps harder to measure.

Spokesman Russell Wantling says people often find it hard to ask for help, water or otherwise.

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“Some people seem a bit embarrassed to come in here but we understand that - rural people aren’t really used to looking for help,” he says.

“It’s not just water, we have some emergency non-perishable food supplies and clothing available for people who need that - the generosity of those who’ve donated those items to us is just mindblowing.

“We were also able to help some people out with back to school needs - we had a heap of lunch-boxes donated and stationery and things like that.

“I think sometimes people just need to know that as a community there’s support and help here - having that as much as the water itself has been good for a lot of locals.”

Granite Belt Water Relief saw a slight drop-off in visitation after the February rain - in the Stanthorpe area most of that was in southern parts - but with the return to dry conditions since then the charity is seeing numbers slowly increase once again.

In a typical week the group provides anything up to 50,000 to 80,000 litres of bulk water - residents lash the pod to the back of the ute or the trailer and pull up in the shed, and the volunteers crank the pumps and get the water flowing.

And those volunteers include locals who’ve been grateful for the water supply themselves, including Peter and Stephanie Bryan from Thulimbah, in their case with four young children in the household.

“We were in the same boat as a lot of other people last year - we ran out of water in October,” Stephanie said.

“Our tanks filled to halfway with the rain in February but we haven’t had any real rain since then.

“We’re seeing the number of people coming in here to the shed slowly increasing and I think with winter here we’ll be seeing more.”

Another group - Granite Belt Drought Assist - also provides bottled water and emergency deliveries to those in need, and in the Warwick area the Southern Downs Community Relief Group, which had been operating out of the Warwick Showgrounds providing similar assistance, is expecting to re-commence operations in the near future. · For assistance contact Granite Belt Water Relief on 0439 420 289 and Granite Belt Drought Assist on 0459 447 595 and visit the groups on Facebook. freetimes.com.au

BIGGER PICTURE ...

Long-term water security for communities in the Southern Downs Regional Council area has not diminished as an issue in recent months, even if COVID-19 has been the focus of government attention.

On the Granite Belt tenders for the construction of Emu Swamp Dam are expected to be released in July.

The tender will come at a time when Granite Belt horticultural producers are facing the prospect of continuing to buy and cart in bulk water, while in the Warwick area some producers planted on the back of the February rain but winter cropping is minimal.

From an urban perspective water restrictions of 120 litres per person-per day remain in place.

In January Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and former Southern Downs Mayor Tracy Dobie jointly announced a feasibility study into a pipeline from Toowoomba to Warwick to bring water to the council region, including Stanthorpe, from Wivenhoe Dam. No costings for the proposed 90-kilometre pipeline were released including what costs might be passed on to ratepayers - but the Premier said her government would use its powers through the State Coordinator-General to “fasttrack” the project, initially suggesting it could be completed by the end of 2020.

Ms Palaszczuk also said in January that Seqwater - which operates South-East

Granite Belt Water Relief provides anything up to 80,000 litres of bulk water to residents in a typical week.

Queensland’s dams - would undertake the pipeline feasibility study, and that she expected to make allocations for the project in the April state budget, a budget since put on hold due to COVID-19.

Instead the state government plans to release a ‘financial statement’ in September,

and ahead of the state election on Saturday 31 October.

The Free Times this week asked Seqwater for an update on the pipeline feasibility study but the question was referred to the Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy.

A spokesman said “the water security of

Southern Downs and Toowoomba region remains a priority”.

“Significant progress has been made on the feasibility study which is scheduled to be completed for the Government’s consideration in the coming weeks,” the spokesman said.

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COVER STORY In its draft 2020-2021 budget the council has allocated just under $172,000 for further investigations into bore water supplies in the region which could supplement town water sources in future. So more on that to come ...

From page 5 For his part new Southern Downs Mayor Vic Pennisi has said the council will await further advice on the pipeline from the State Government but he remains keen to understand what the financial impact on the council - and on ratepayers - the pipeline might entail.

WARWICK SALEYARDS TRUCK WASH ...

OTHER WATER PROJECTS ...

Pipeline or no pipeline the Southern Downs Regional Council is proceeding with investigations into long-term sources of bore or underground water in the Warwick area.

The previous Dobie administration said the only viable bore sources were at Allora, but many Warwick locals are adamant there are other reliable bores closer to Warwick.

No detailed information on bore investigations has yet been publicly released by the council but other water initiatives are proceeding.

These include the proposed installation of a recycled water treatment plant at the

EFFLUENT SPILL ...

In other water - or rather, wastewater - related issues the council and the Queensland Department of Environment and Science are investigating the accidental overflow of effluent into the Condamine River in Warwick last Wednesday 3 June from the Warwick Wastewater Treatment Plant at the far western end of Victoria Street.

In a statement a council spokeswoman said effluent “is water that has a partial level of treatment, but has not yet completed the full treatment process”.

“Council is working closely with the Department of Environment and Science to resolve the overflow of secondary treated effluent into the Condamine River,” the spokeswoman said.

“Following an operational malfunction at the Warwick Sewerage Treatment Plant, effluent overflowed into the river and eroded a section of the river bank.

“While the incident was regrettable and accidental in nature, officers responded promptly and proactively to resolve the issue.

“Council immediately undertook remediation actions once the leak was discovered.

“Officers cleaned and disinfected the spill site, and also conducted required

An effluent spill into the Condamine River in Warwick last week remains the subject of an investigation.

Warwick Saleyards truck wash, construction of an extended recycled water pipeline - using water recycled at the Warwick water sampling and erecting of pollution signs.

“We have been on top of the situation from the start and have submitted an initial incident report to the Department of Environment and Science in accordance with Council’s Environmental Authority for the plant.

“Water quality samples upstream and downstream from the discharge location have been sent for testing.

“We will await and be guided by the Department’s advice.

“Following drought, the river is currently not flowing which mitigates potential contamination.

“Council will also conduct an incident investigation to review the plant control system and operation and implement remedial measures where necessary to avoid similar situations in future.

“Public safety is very important, and while Council gathers more facts on the water quality at the spill site, residents are advised to avoid accessing or using the waterway near the Warwick Sewerage Treatment Plant and to avoid fishing or consuming fish caught near the spill site.

“Further notification will be provided to the community as it comes to hand.”

The council was already working with the Department of Environment and Science in relation to earlier effluent overflows from its sewage treatment

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Wastewater Treatment Plant - to the Warwick industrial estates, and a Rural Water Tank Rebate scheme. plants into both the Condamine River and Quart Pot Creek at Stanthorpe over the last several years.

Councils can potentially face sixfigure State Government fines for effluent overflows into waterways but the SDRC has so far avoided major financial penalties, with the government focusing on requiring infrastructure and process upgrades.

A spokeswoman for the Department of Environment and Science said investigations into last week’s spill are “ongoing”.

CHLORINE CONCERNS? Stanthorpe residents say issues with excessive chlorine odour in the town water supply remain, after raising initial concerns earlier in the year.

Some have also reported skin irritation issues, and that elderly residents and those with health issues find the water unpalatable and are in some cases concerned about its safety.

Stanthorpe’s town water is currently supplied from Warwick’s Connolly Dam but is treated at the Stanthorpe water treatment plant at Mt Marley.

A council spokeswoman this week told the Free Times the council has been “regularly monitoring water quality in Stanthorpe with sampling across the town supply and daily testing at the water treatment plant”.

“The chlorine level at the water

The SDRC says a new recycled water plant at the Warwick Saleyards will drought-proof its truck wash after the council secured $500K from the Queensland Government’s Building our Regions (BoR) program.

The council says the new recycled water plant will “help preserve the region’s precious water and Council expects that the plant will reduce the truck wash’s town water consumption by up to 70 percent”.

The truck wash currently uses town water and a council spokeswoman said “it is expected that most of the water will be collected from the saleyards and reused, however some town water may be required to top up the saleyards truck wash depending on rainfall”. treatment plant is well within the Australian Drinking Water Guideline limits,” the spokeswoman said.

“Council haven’t received any recent water quality complaints in Stanthorpe, the most recent being at the beginning of April 2020”.

DAM LEVELS ...

Details from the Southern Downs Regional Council weekly water update, current as of Monday of this week, June 8 Stanthorpe · Current level (Storm King Dam) and volume 17% and 351 ML. · Water remains in Storm King Dam as a contingency for emergency events and to provide a habitat for aquatic life. Based on current usage, Storm King Dam would reach its minimum operating level in 3 months if water for Stanthorpe was being sourced from the dam.

Warwick · Leslie - current level and volume 13.14% and 13,961 ML · Connolly - current level and volume 81.8% and 1772 ML · Based on the latest data and current targeted usage (120 l/p/d), Leslie Dam will take approximately 30 months to reach its minimum operating level. Connolly Dam will be able to supply water for 23 months based on current water levels. ●

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Peter and Stephanie Bryan first accessed water from Granite Belt Water Relief last year and are part of the volunteer team.

RURAL WATER TANK REBATE ...

The Warwick Wastewater Treatment Plant currently provides recycled water via a dedicated pipeline to sporting ovals in Warwick, the golf course and to Warwick State High School. A 50% jointly-funded $5 million project between the council and the state government will extend the recycled water pipeline to the Warwick industrial estates and is now under construction.

The project was initiated by the Dobie administration and to date no businesses have signed supply contracts for the water, which is treated to ‘A’ standard. For use in any food-related commercial operators recycled water must be treated to ‘A+’ standard.

The rebate will be available for residents not connected to town water but with demand for the rebate potentially exceeding the funding allocated to the program eligible residents may need to go through an ‘expression of interest’ process and then a ‘ballot’ or lottery to determine successful applications.

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QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY RECOGNITION...

Two local legends have been named in the 2020 Queen’s Birthday Honours List for Australia - Stanthorpe’s JAMES MASSEY and former Southern Downs MP - and current Goondiwindi Region Mayor LAWRENCE SPRINGBORG. Both have received the Order of Australia Medal (OAM).

Congrats gents - and here’s their official citations from the Governor-General ...

MR JAMES THOMAS MASSEY “For service to the community through emergency response organisations” Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) · First Officer, Sugarloaf Rural Fire Brigade, since 2010 , Foundation Member, since 1994, and Brigade Chairman, 2007-2010 and 2004-2005. · Secretary, Stanthorpe Combined Group, 2017-2018, and Deputy Group Officer, Treasurer since 2018. · Member, Liston Rural Fire Brigade, 19731994. · QFES Air Observer, 2009-2018.

Queensland Rural Fire Service · Member, Operational Strategic Working Group, since 2015.

Rotary Club of Stanthorpe · Member, 2005-2008 and 1995-2003. · International Director, 2006-2007.

Stanthorpe Agricultural Society · Member, since 1978. · Former Chairman, Fat Cattle Committee.

Lawrence Springborg OAM. Community · Compere, Stanthorpe Apple and Grape Harvest Festival, since 2014. · Foundation Member and Chairman, ArtWorks on Davadi (now ArtWorks Granite Belt), 2011-2013. · Compere, Stanthorpe Agricultural Society, since 2018.

THE HONOURABLE LAWRENCE JAMES SPRINGBORG “For significant service to the Parliament of

James Massey OAM - on the fire frontline.

Queensland, and to the community of the Southern Downs” Parliament of Queensland · Minister for Health, 2012-2015. · Minister for Natural Resources, 1998. · Member for Southern Downs, 2001-2017. · Member for Warwick, 1992-2001. · Member for Canavaron,1989-1992.

Party Positions · Leader of the Liberal/National Party of Queensland, 2015-2016, 2008-2009. · Deputy Leader of the Liberal/National

Party of Queensland, 2009-2011. · Leader of the National Party (Queensland Branch), 2003-2006, 2008.

Committee Positions · Former Chair, Parliamentary Crime and Corruption Committee. · Former Deputy Chair, Workers Pneumoconiosis Select Committee.

Awards and recognition includes: · Honorary Life Memberships of Young National Party Australia and Liberal National Party of Australia. ●

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MENTAL HEALTH ‘COMPREHENSIVE’ Queensland Health says the Warwick and Stanthorpe communities are “wellequipped” when it comes to mental health services, despite there only being one parttime fully-qualified psychiatrist based in the region’s public health system.

While COVID-19 occupies the state’s health agenda the Free Times asked Queensland Health for details of its mental health workforce in the public system servicing the Southern Downs and Granite Belt areas, which fall under the Darling Downs region of Queensland Health.

Darling Downs Health Executive Director of Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (AODS) Greg Neilson said Darling Downs Health is “well-equipped to provide specialist high intensity community-based mental health services to meet the needs of the Warwick and Stanthorpe communities”.

“Darling Downs Health has a comprehensive range of mental health services at Warwick Hospital and provides emergency care, and some over-night brief crisis admissions,” Mr Neilson said.

“When necessary, the Acute Mental Health Unit at Toowoomba Hospital provides support to consumers requiring

“Warwick has a part-time psychiatrist, and a psychiatric registrar based locally who also outreaches to Stanthorpe.

“Stanthorpe also has a specialist mental health nurse practitioner in addition to specialist mental health nurses, psychologists and social work staff who

highly-specialised mental health care.

“Local mental health teams in Warwick and Stanthorpe are supported by staff specialist psychiatrists, specialist registrars and other specialist staff who provide outreach services into rural communities of the Southern Downs.

operate in both sites.

“Specialist mental health services are available for patients of all ages including child and adolescent mental health, adult mental health, and older persons’ mental health services.

“The services operate alongside a range of Commonwealth funded mental health services including targeted psychological therapies, psychosocial support, specialist mental health nursing, child and youth services that can be accessed via referral from your local doctor.

“The Commonwealth funded services provide access to a range of communitybased practitioners and special service providers operating lower and moderate intensity services.” · The Free Times would like to hear from readers who have concerns over the level of mental health resourcing in the region. Anecdotally, we’ve heard the public system and private providers at times struggle to meet demand for mental health services locally. Has it been an issue for you, or for someone in your family? Contact Free Times editor Jeremy Sollars on 0427 090 818 - sources can be kept confidential - or email - jeremy. sollars@freetimes.com.au ●

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‘THE CONDY’ WELCOMES YOU...

But remember to phone ahead and book to avoid disappointment - and to avoid going both hungry and thirsty. COVID-19 rules still apply when it comes to filling out contact-tracing details - but that only takes a few moments, and of course, venue seating plans are currently with social distancing requirements in mind. And takeaway is still available!

The Hawker Road Function Centre at the Warwick Golf Club is currently closed to function groups but golfers can still enjoy a bite to eat and a cold beverage or two with their meal, Wednesdays and Saturdays - but it will not be to long before this hopefully returns to normal.

Manager Stephen Domjahn would like to thank all of the staff of ‘The Condy’ for their commitment during recent challenging times - and of course all those who have continued to support the Condamine Sports Club in every way they can - and ‘The Condy’ looks forward to seeing you back inside very soon! · CHECK OUT THE NEW CONDAMINE SPORTS CLUB MENU AT - www. condaminesportsclub.com.au · For lunch and dinner bookings call the Club on 4661 1911 ●

Stephen Domjahn and Rachel Gaske and the rest of the team welcome patrons back...

MEMBER UPDATE

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The ever-upbeat crew at Warwick’s Condamine Sports Club have welcomed the partial easing of COVID-19 restrictions - and they welcome you back inside one of the region’s most iconic community-owned venues.

Like the rest of the local hospitality sector the team at ‘The Condy’ have endured a lengthy period of public movement restrictions in recent months.

But they rose to the challenge well and truly and alternative dining options such as takeaway and pre-cooked frozen meals to heat up and enjoy at home have proved popular with locals.

In more recent weeks the Club offered a set menu including drinks for small groups which also drew an enthusiastic response from customers.

The Condamine Sports Club is now able to welcome up to 50 patrons inside the whole premises - and is pleased to offer a brand new menu for in-house diners to choose from.

Gaming facilities - other than TAB and Keno - are still closed to the public but you can enjoy a great meal and a cool beverage or two inside the relaxing atmosphere of the Club, and also knowing your patronage ultimately helps to support local sporting organisations who make up the ownership of ‘The Condy’.

As of this week the Club is open from 10am and normal dining times have resumed · Lunch - 11.30am to 2pm · Dinner - 5.30pm - 8pm

Starting 8th JUNE 2020

With the new Government guidelines we are currently able to open for a maximum of 50 customers for the whole building.

The club is now open from 10am, with meal times resuming to our normal hours; Lunch Time 11.30am-2.00pm Set Dinner Time 5.30pm-8.00pm To avoid disappointment, please call the club to book.

For Bookings please call - PH: 4661 1911 To look at our NEW MENU please visit: www.condaminesportsclub.com.au

TAKEAWAY IS STILL AVAILABLE Covid-19 Guidelines for Dining in.

• All people entering the club premises will need to fill out Contact tracing register • Table Service provided (to restrict movement) • No sitting at the bar and no gaming available except TAB & Keno • Social Distancing and hygiene practices are paramount

The Condamine Sports Club of Warwick Inc. would like to sincerely extend our gratitude to our Members for their support & continued support during these difficult times.

The Management & Staff have been working hard to implement our Covid Safe plan.

We are confident that we can deliver this to our community, members, guests and our staff, so we can all stay safe and healthy.

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RURAL LINKS

HAVE YOUR SAY - AG WORKFORCE The Federal Government’s consultation on the National Agricultural Workforce Survey has been extended to Monday 3 August 2020.

The National Agricultural Labour Advisory Committee is preparing a National Agricultural Workforce Strategy for consideration by the Government. The strategy will recommend potential actions to address the future workforce needs of the agriculture, fisheries and forestry industries and “closely allied service and supply chain industry sectors”.

These actions will target school education, vocational education and training and higher education.

The government says the aim “is to

attract, retain and upskill the domestic workforce, As well as identify where access to a migrant workforce will be necessary to meet industry needs”.

“The Australian Government supports the agriculture industry’s target of becoming a $100 billion sector by 2030,” a spokesman for the Federal Department of Agriculture said.

“The Committee has released a discussion paper on the: · impact of changes to agribusiness and broader society on the agricultural workforce · availability of workers, including barriers and impediments · skills and knowledge needs of workers

and business owners and whether current education arrangements meet their needs · opportunities, best practice and case studies, and priority areas for action.

“We have extended the consultation period - this will allow stakeholders sufficient time to contribute to the survey.

“You can provide feedback on the National Agricultural Workforce Strategy Discussion Paper “Your views will help to inform the strategy and develop a sustainable and skilled agricultural workforce for the future.

“To have your say: · Read the discussion paper and enclosed discussion questions. You can answer

these directly or use them to frame your written submission. · Upload your written submission or complete the survey using the online form. · Submit your feedback by 3 August 2020.

“The Committee will consider all submissions - your input will inform the development of the National Agricultural Workforce Strategy.

“The Strategy will be presented to the Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management later in 2020.

MORE INFORMATION AND LINKS TO THE SURVEY AT - https:// haveyoursay.agriculture.gov.au/ ●

GRANTS ENABLE EXPANSION: FURNER

Carey Brothers’ Yangan abattoir is among several businesses in the region to receive a “RED’’ grant.

Picture: FILE have hides freighted to Brisbane, so the new cooker will be more cost efficient for the abattoir.

“The demand for cattle hides has changed drastically in the past three years and the purchase of a larger batch cooker will allow us to efficiently cook the hides to produce these by-products,” he said.

Mr Furner said the Rural Economic Development (RED) Grants program offers emerging projects up to $250,000 in cocontributions.

OTHER GRANTS...

Also receiving funding under the program is poultry producer Inglewood Organic which will benefit from up to $250,000 to establish their own certified organic grain production.

“Inglewood Organic will utilise existing land by setting up centre pivot irrigation systems and exclusion fencing to ensure grain is available not just during hard times but all year round,” Mr Furner said.

“The funding will help the development

of broad-acre irrigated organic crops to boost their own supply of organic stockfeed for their poultry business.

“The project is expected to generate eight jobs directly and five jobs indirectly during the project phase.”

Another recipient, Stanthorpe seedling producer Spring Creek Seedlings, will boost production of strawberry plants with a RED grant to expand their production facility and scale up production to a 7.5 million plants.

Company director Peter Burnell said he spent 15 years researching and developing the plug plant process for propagation of strawberry materials.

“We’ve successfully commercialised an innovative, extremely water efficient and soilless system that from our customers feedback are now reaping the benefits of integrating our plug plants into their planting programs,” he said. · For more information about the RED Grant scheme visit www.qrida.qld.gov. ●

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Carey Brothers abattoir at Yangan is the recipient of a state government funding grant to enable the processing of cattle hides.

Queensland Agriculture Minister Mark Furner said the abattoir is “one of 14 businesses in Queensland to receive Rural Economic Development (RED) Grant of up to $250,000 to fund the expansion of their business”.

“Carey Brothers is a family owned business that’s been operating for over 75 years,” Mr Furner said.

“Currently cattle hides are sold to the overseas leather market largely in Asia, however market demand has severely diminished due to the cheaper synthetic leather products.

“This funding will allow the business to upgrade their abattoir infrastructure by purchasing a specially designed large batch cooker.

“We know the COVID-19 pandemic has made it tough for a lot of businesses and communities, so these additional jobs will be most welcome.

“The pressurised by-product batch cooker will allow Carey Brothers to repurpose the oversupply of cattle hides into meat meal protein for pigs and poultry and tallow.

“The installation of the pressurised batch cooker and throughput increases will create up to 16 full time employment opportunities directly and indirectly in the Southern Downs region.”

Director Mark Carey said in the statement the company currently receives nothing for their hides and has to pay to

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A CHARMING CLASSIC...

RENOVATED Queenslander has a lovely deck to catch the winter sun out the front and a fabulous large deck for entertaining out the back of this three bedroom home. Modern eat-in kitchen has electric appliances and good storage plus a hidden laundry behind sliding cupboard doors.

The lounge features a slow combustion

heater and air conditioning with ambience of polished timber floors. Sunroom is being used as an office. Clawfoot bath has a classic shower rail in the bathroom and the separate toilet is handy to the big back deck.

Double lock up garage has power, caravan port and established trees. All this in a fenced yard overlook the Scots

College on 1019 m sq from the elevated home site. · Reno inside & out, walk to Private Schools · 3 bed + study, built ins · Kitchen - Timber cupboards, good storage, electric appliances · Living dining has double doors to big deck

· Aircon + woodfire in lounge · Polished floors · Bathroom has clawfoot bath/shower, separate toilet · Laundry + storage · Garage + caravan-port, fenced 1019 m.

For inspection contact Helen Harm on 0408 457 496. Go to wwww.helenharm. com for more photos. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 29 Yangan Road, Warwick Price: $295,000 Description: 3+ bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 3+ garage Inspect: By appointment Contact: Helen Harm, Helen Harm Real Estate, 0408 457 496

NEW TO THE MARKET...

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ensuite and walk-in robe). · Office · large open plan kitchen, lounge & dining area · good sized kitchen with island bench · Large 900mm gas/electric stove with rangehood · Family room

✔ 3 Bedroom + Ensuite ✔ 3 living areas ✔ Office ✔ Air-con ✔ Sunroom ✔ Covered Indoor Entertainment area ✔ Inground Pool ✔ Sheds ✔ Solar system ✔ Water Tanks ✔ Fully fenced backyard ✔ 2 Carports

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and pets. · Access to the backyard via side gate · new roof installed in the past two years due to hail damage.

Owners are keen for a quick sale so will consider all reasonable offers. $437,000 CONTACT: Julie Clark, Nutrien Harcourts, 0414 998 315 ●

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Good sized laundry ducted air-conditioning Water tank Double garage with storage cupboard ideal for brooms etc · Covered BBQ area with electrical points · Good size garden shed · fully fenced backyard great for the kids · · · ·

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Only 9 years old and located right on the edge of Stanthorpe QLD. The property in a quiet cul-de-sac with vacant space opposite. Lovely area with backyard views to Mt. Marlay Features include · 4 Bedrooms (3 with built-ins, Main has

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 9 Edith Street, Stanthorpe Price: $437,000 Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Inspect: By appointment Contact: Julie Clark, Nutrien Harcourts, 0414 998 315 freetimes.com.au

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Clad timber 3 bedroom will suit “The Block” style renovator who wants to profit. New hot water system, basic kitchen has stove, sink cupboard. Brick fireplace has been boarded up, could be re-established. Bathroom and toilet + another toilet in semi-detached laundry outside.

Detached zincalume garage in 948 m² backyard.

Reno inside & out, 2 blocks to CBD, walk to Schools, shops. • 3 bed, 2 built in • Open kitchen - good bench, cupboards, gas cook top, electric oven • Living dining has double doors to E deck • Wood ire + aircon in lounge • Polished loors • Bathroom - 2 vanity, walk in shower • Laundry under home + storage • 2 carport, fenced 809 m²

INVESTORS:- Rented $225 p.w.

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$ 300,000 Builder Ready GJ Gardner home is booked to build. Due to ill-

• 3 bed Renovated Cottage, built-ins • Front & back decks • Modern eat-in kitchen • Lounge has slow combustion heater, air con • Wide hallway, laundry utility, bathroom & toilet • 2 garage, carport, water tanks, fenced 1290m² INVESTORS: Rents for $275 per week

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• Aircon + woodire in media living • Huge vaulted entertaining area • Laundry utility • Carport • 2 bay powered shed + 2 garden sheds • SOLAR System – 5 KVA

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$ 330,000 Nostalgic Colours 1940’s fretwork,archway,VJ walls,high ceilings,

For Rent: 4661 3663 UNIT 2 Brm, shower, kitchen, open plan, car, fenced courtyard ............................. $ 250 p.w.

UNIT new reno 2 Brm, shower, kitchen, open plan, car, side yard for van .............. $ 260 p.w 3 Brm, 2 bath, kitchen/dining, living A/C, fenced, storage under ........................... $ 270 p.w WILDASH- 3 Brm, lounge, kitchen, built-in, laundry, deck, SOLAR, 2 car ............. $ 300 p.w.

3 Brm, 2 bath, kitchen/dining, living A/C, fenced, undercover entertaining .......... $ 360 p.w.

4 Brm, 2 bath, kitchen/dining, living A/C, rumpus, entertain, fenced, SHED ......... $ 335 p.w.

FULLY FURNISHED 4 Brm, 3 bath, kitchen, 2 living + 1 bed, bath in CBD ........... $ 550 p.w.

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$ 175,000 Heaven on Earth 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.

INVESTORS:- Currently rents $340 p.w.

picture rails, original timber kitchen cupboards, coloured glass & more.

• Lounge - woodire • Kitchen - Crown wood stove, electric range, dine-in section.

• Bathroom - revamp in 1980’s, replaced bath with shower cubicle.

• Toilet in bathroom; 2nd toilet in laundry.

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$ 290,000 LAND WARWICK - 823 m², flat block, water, sewerage, ready to build................................. $ 85,000 WARWICK - 809 m², elevated views, water, sewerage, ready to build ....................... $ 89,000 WARWICK - 6040 m², 2 road frontage, power, water, Development?................... $ 290,000 + GST PRATTEN - 4052 m², power nearby, town water, gravel road...................................... $ 45,000 TANNYMOREL - 1012 m², power, bore, bitumen road frontage.................................. $ 37,000 MARYVALE - 1249 m², power available, shed/skillion, school, hotel, VIEWS............. $ 50,000 HENDON - 3819 m², Bitumen road frontage, power nearby, 2 TITLES....................... $ 80,000 ALLORA - 917 m², house block or DA opportunity in town centre.............................. $ 87,000 WILDASH - 129 Ha, Private road, boundary fenced, tank, cattleyards + ramp........ $ 336,000

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NEWS

SOLAR FARM HOOKS UP WITH GRID

BY JEREMY SOLLARS The University of Queensland (UQ) says it has completed connection of its Warwick Solar Farm to the Queensland electricity grid.

The connection had been expected to be complete by the end of March but UQ told the Free Times in April delays had been caused mainly attributable to COVID-19 and movement restrictions affecting travel of key staff.

The Warwick Solar Farm - at Sladevale just north of Warwick - covers 154 hectares and generated significant community opposition, with locals concerned about the loss of prime farming land and the visual impact of the facility.

A UQ spokesman this week told the Free Times the grid connection was carried out over two stages, with the first stage completed in mid-May, and the second stage last weekend.

“We’re now working with Ergon Energy and the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) to gradually ramp up power output from the plant over the coming months,” the UQ spokesman said.

He said UQ plans to hold an “official opening event” in mid-July with details yet to be confirmed.

Power from the solar farm will be fed into the general Queensland electricity grid, with UQ previously stating the facility will generate sufficient equivalent power annually to off-set electricity use at its St Lucia campus in Brisbane.

The Warwick Solar Farm is now connected to the Queensland power grid.

Construction of solar panels on the site was completed last year after commencing in February 2019. In recent months work has progressed on other aspects of the project including a visitor centre which UQ says when completed will be open to the public.

Other recent activities on the site have included installation and testing of switching equipment along with construction of 3.5km of overhead lines to the nearby Ergon Warwick substation.

As revealed by the Free Times in 2019 discussions between the former Dobie

council administration and UQ over the solar farm took place in advance of the final council vote to approve the project.

Emails obtained by the Free Times through Right To Information also showed senior council officers pressured counterparts in state departments to speed up their approvals processes.

MASSIVE WIND PROJECT Meanwhile planning continues for a wind farm covering 40,000 hectares just west of the Southern Downs Regional Council

(SDRC) boundary but taking in a small section of SDRC area.

The proposal by renewable energy company Acciona is not subject to council approval and will instead be assessed by the Queensland Government’s State Assessment and Referral Agency (SARA), an arm of the Queensland Department of State Development and Queensland Treasury.

A Queensland Treasury spokesman this week told the Free Times no application for Acciona’s ‘MacIntyre Wind Farm’ has yet been received by SARA. But like the Warwick Solar Farm, the MacIntyre Wind Farm appears to be something of a ‘done deal’, with the Queensland Government’s publicly-owned CleanCo announcing in late March it will partner with Acciona on the site.

Now-former Deputy Premier and Treasurer Jackie Trad announced on March 26 this year that a CleanCo component involving 18 wind turbines would form part of the Acciona project.

“On behalf of Queenslanders, CleanCo will also buy another 400 megawatts of new renewable energy from Acciona,” Ms Trad said at the time.

“CleanCo’s involvement in the MacIntyre Precinct has nearly doubled the size and capacity of the wind farm, with Queenslanders set to benefit from the addition of more than one gigawatt of new renewable energy to our electricity network — the equivalent to powering almost 700,000 homes.”

PUZZLES SUDOKU No. 4300

Quick Clues

How to solve Sudoku!

SUDOKU

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6 9 1 8 6 7 5 2 6 7 CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7637 ACROSS 6 7 8 DOWN 1. Salty (6) 2. Material (7) 3. Projectile (6) 7 4 8 3 1 4. Bird (6) 5. Flat (5) 7. Caper (5) 4 5 9 7 13. Tune (3) 14. Waterfall (7) 15. Fish (5) 6 8 3 17. Crowd (6) Island (Indonesia) 18. Dress (6) (4) 19. Anticipate (6) 8 4 3 21. Double (5) DOWN YPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7637 Salty (6) ACROSS 4 9 1 5

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22, Ram-on. 23, Site (sight). 24, Irma (anag). 25, Mighty fine Down - 1, Starch (anag). 2, Present. 3, Sea-son. 4, Mowe-rs. 5, Start. 7, L-earn. 13, Eye(I). 14, Rips off. 15, Thorn (anag). 17, Hom-ag-e. 18, Orn-ate. 19, Ex-tent. 21, Tramp.

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DOWN 1. The new charts reveal it’s fattening (6). 2. Introduce now (7). 3. It could be salt water, child (6). 4. Are indebted to the missus for bringing round the cutters (6). 5.

The beginning of spring (5). 7. Be informed a number are gainfully employed (5). 13. I say! There’s a little opening! (3). 14. How the tearaway cheats? (4,3). 15. It’s pointed north erroneously (5). 17. With respect to the silver in the residence (6). 18. Taking Ron out and ordering tea: not plain (6). 19. What once provided shelter, to a degree (6). 21. Pound for a down-and-out (5).

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Excellent! (6,4).

2 4 6 3 9 3 1 2 3 1 7 2 9 6 1 8 1 QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7637 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Capitulate. 8, Veal. 9, Ring. 10, Large. 11, Luck. 12, Devastate. 16, 823, 5Stratagem.

1 20, Grit. 22, Worst.

Cope. 24, Bali. 25, Contradict.

Down - 1, Saline. 2, Gingham. 3, Bullet. 4, Parrot. 5, Level.

7, Dance.

313, Air. 14, Cascade. 15, Bream. 17,Throng.

4 18, 2 Attire. 19, Expect. 21, Twice.

ACROSS 6. Began to develop the trade in beer (7,3). 8. Afraid it will take a day (4). 9. As a plant, I need rain and I need sun (4). 10. Strange trees to see on a farm (5). 11. Change sides and get shot (4). 12. The caller’s lack of sincerity?

(9). 16. Supposes the little boy is rebellious (9). 20. A crack marksman (4). 22. Keep battering, man! (5). 23. There’s a lot to be said for the location (4). 24. Maria hasn’t quite finished making her up (4). 25. Really good and strong?

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PUBLIC SUPPORT? In mid-May a group calling itself ‘Solar Citizens’ put out a statement of its own trumpeting the MacIntyre Wind

SOME BACKGROUND ON WIND FARM...

Acciona is understood to have formalised leases with nearly a dozen landowners on predominantly traprock grazing country in the Cement Mills district in the Goondiwindi Regional Council region, with a portion of the land earmarked for the wind farm extending into the SDRC area in the Goldfields district.

To the north the land is bounded by what is defined as a ‘protected area’ including the Durikai State Forest south of Greymare and Karara.

Acciona has proposed to construct up to 120 wind turbines with a maximum ‘wing tip’ height of 285 metres, with the “anticipated” construction phase commencing in “late 2020” and taking up to two years. .

Acciona says if approved by SARA the ‘Macintyre Wind Farm’ would have an “expected operating life” of 30-plus years.

In a fact sheet on its website Acciona says the “Macintyre Wind Farm is proposed to be located within 40,000 hectares of leased land approximately 200 kms south-west of Brisbane and 50 kms south-west of Warwick”.

“The wind farm will be constructed on land predominately used for sheep farming,” the company states. freetimes.com.au

Acciona says construction of the MacIntyre Wind Farm will commence in mid-2021.

Farm, “congratulating” the Queensland Government “on the announcement that the publicly-owned generator CleanCo will build a new wind farm near Warwick”.

“It’s a smart move by the Queensland Government to roll out renewable energy infrastructure announcements now, so that Queenslanders reap the job and investment benefits in the months and years to come,” said Ellen Roberts, Solar Citizens’ National Director.

“Right now a lot of families are doing it tough and more clean, renewable energy projects will help drive down power prices.”

“As well as supporting more large-scale clean energy projects, the Government should be prioritising more rooftop solar on public housing, as well as for low-income households and renters, so that power prices are driven down during this difficult time and for many years to come.” ● “The site is exposed to consistent winds across this part of the country and provides a suitable resource for the development of a wind farm.

“The 540 MW project is anticipated to contain up to 120 wind turbines generators (WTG) with ancillary infrastructure, including an on-site substation, an overhead transmission line and the potential for energy storage.

“A new 64 km high voltage overhead transmission line will be built which is required to connect to the Powerlink network near Millmerran.

“The project is expected to require a construction workforce of up to 350 people, and an operational workforce of up to 12 personnel.

“The project will generate significant economic activity across the Goondiwindi, Southern Downs and Toowoomba Regional Council Areas.

“Acciona will submit a development application seeking a development permit for a Material Change of Use (MCU) to allow construction and operation of the Wind Farm to the State Assessment and Referral Agency (SARA) in 2020.”

An Acciona company spokeswoman told the Free Times earlier this year the company planned to hold a series of “public meetings” about the project in “mid-April” but did not provide further details at this time.

Map showing the extend of the MacIntyre Wind Farm, including a section within the SDRC area at Goldfields.

The company later said its planned schedule of public meetings had been “delayed” due to COVID-19 public gathering restrictions and is yet to update that advice.

The spokeswoman said Acciona would “liaise and engage” with both the Southern Downs Regional Council and the Goondiwindi Regional Council.

COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS Acciona says last December it “provided financial assistance to the Karara Public Hall Committee to install a water bore, pump and tank system” (see photo above).

A company statement said the president of the Karara Community Hall “mentioned to Acciona staff the dire situation the community was facing and that there was a strong possibility of an underground aquifer near the local community hall”.

“A water diviner was contacted to investigate and drill the area,” the company statement said.

“This proved successful and Acciona agreed to provide the funds to install a water bore, pump and tank system.

“The water bore has now been successfully installed and although the water is not potable, it is available for local community events, stock watering and for the rural fire brigade to access.” ●

The Warwick Solar Farm covers 154 hectares just north of Warwick.

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From previous page Minister for Energy Dr Anthony Lynham said the project would mean “jobs and business opportunities across the Southern Downs and Darling Downs”.

“As one of the largest onshore wind farms in the southern hemisphere, the MacIntyre Precinct will have far reaching and long lasting social and economic benefits locally, and for the whole state,” Dr Lynham said in March.

“The local spend on the Downs is forecast to be more than $500 million during construction.

“That’s jobs and business flowing into the south west from later this year when early works start.”

Dr Lynham said the 1026 MW wind farm project was expected to be progressively connected to the statewide energy grid from 2022, with 64 km of new powerlines connecting the wind farm to Queensland’s electricity network at Millmerran.

“State-owned Powerlink has already commenced working on the connection of the project to the grid, which on its own will support up to 240 jobs,” Dr Lynham said.

Acciona Australia Energy Managing Director Brett Wickham said Acciona was “excited to be working with CleanCo to deliver one of the largest onshore wind farms in the southern hemisphere”.

“In addition to generating up to 400 jobs over its lifetime, a Community Enhancement Program will be established to deliver added value to the local community,” Mr Wickham said.

“The project is scheduled to begin construction in mid-2021, with a gradual start-up in phases to ensure connection to the grid with full technical guarantees for the state’s electricity system.

“The entire MacIntyre complex will be operational in 2024.”

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Earlier in the week I saw a very unusual “flower” at a florist. At first glance I thought it was artificial - clumps of small bright purple balls with a real metallic sheen, on leafless sticks! On further investigation and with the help of “Google” I have found out a great deal about this unusual plant.

The botanical name is Callicarpa or the very apt common name “Beauty berry”. It appears that it is native to east and south east Asia, Australia, Madagascar, south-east North America and South America.

There appears to be a lot of different subspecies with some being more cold tolerant than others. In fact the tropical varieties are evergreen and the temperate area species, deciduous.

Also they have been bred to have different coloured flowers and berries.

The native one has fluffy mauve flowers in spring with the berries following and hanging on and deepening in colour as the season progresses. In autumn the leaves take on beautiful colours and fall. The berries look astonishing on the bare stems and are very useful in the cut flower trade as they hold well in an arrangement.

It appears that it would grow in our area as it is frost tolerant once established and likes full sun in well drained soil.

There is another variety that is callicarpa pedunculata, “velvet leaf tree”, which looks great in the photos and seems exceptionally

Quite the surprise package... tolerant of soil types but unfortunately is not frost tolerant so be careful not to get that one unless you have a very sheltered spot. If such a position is available it would be wonderful in the garden as it is a dense shrub providing great cover for nesting small birds, flowers for pollinators and the berries are a good food source for birds and wildlife. Ah well, I suppose we can’t have it all!

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When I was first married there was a trumpet vine over the fence at the back gate of the house on the farm. It was very different to the one I have just planted. It was probably campsis radicans and had flowers that were more of an orange red and really a trumpet shape. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen that one growing - maybe I need to find and plant it also...plenty of space on my back fence! I do remember that it did sucker badly and was a bit hard to control so I guess it will be planted in a large pot to avoid these hazards. It will grow in any soil but likes good drainage. It is frost hardy - even snow where it was growing back then! It likes a hot sunny spot so my back fence should be perfect. Another plant that looks almost identical is campsis grandiflora so whichever one I can find I’ll plant. Grandiflora doesn’t seem to be quite as vigorous or invasive and comes from China while radicans is native to eastern America.

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If you have the room, it helps to plant more than one to help with pollination. Once again I need a bigger area and a gardener to keep things tidy, so that I can plant all these great things I find!

Another shrub I’d like to have room to grow is Mexican orange, choisya ternata.

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BRONCOS NEED TO FIND THEIR PRIDE The NRL season relaunch has thrown up quite a few curve balls to fans and tipsters.

After last Thursday night’s atrocious performance many long-time fans have fallen out of love with the Broncos. Not just fans either plenty of criticism coming the club’s way from their former players.

Like many other as a Bronco’s supporter I believe, Thursday night’s dismal effort has been a train wreck waiting to happen.

There appears to be something inherently wrong at the club. The pride that has long been associated with the club appears to have evaporated. The pride in the jersey that we have become accustomed to seeing from players seems to have also vanished.

Setting a platform for change and wanting to sweep clean with a new broom should not mean you throw the baby out with the bath water and from the outside that looks to be the case.

It was disappointing to learn that the Broncos boffins were sending out stats to media outlets highlighting their lack of experience (and ergo their poor performance) before the half time break on Thursday night.

Not a good look if you are providing ready-made excuses before the game has reached the half way point.

Sure there is a very young roster but if you move on the majority of your senior players and replace them with relative rookies that is what will happen.

With Alex Glenn, the 2020 captain sidelined, I found it ironic that Carrigan and Croft were thrust into the leadership role for Thursday’s game ahead Darius Boyd. You remember him, the Broncos most senior player and the bloke they felt was good enough to lead them last season.

While Boyd has his fair share of detractors that was a move that has me shaking my head - wonder how he feels.

According to Glenn the players had a long hard look at themselves on Friday at the recovery session and perhaps privately aired some dirty linen. Let’s hope that gives everyone some clean air and results in at least an A for effort this week if not a win.

In the meantime you have to wonder at news the club has cut ties with all their feeder clubs - Redcliffe Dolphins, North’s Devils, South’s Logan Magpies and the Wynnum Manly Sea Eagles. The decision is believed to be related to the effect of COVID-19 on the club’s roster and any changes to the salary cap. Great move the Dolphins aren’t hanging around and have moved to develop at partnership with the Warriors. Can’t see the other clubs cooling their heels until later in the year either. This could be a big bonus to other clubs and another blow to the Broncos.

Seems that we, “Joe Public” and Broncos’ fans deserve some please explains from the hierarchy and not as one well known commentator put it, “explanations sugar coated with Harvard Spin”.

Fans might not have the benefit of a Harvard degree but they know football and know when they are being hoodwinked.

Better days ahead, we hope.

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It’s green for GO for at the Warwick Dragway. Racing action returns July 25-26.

COVID-19 lockdown. There was an air of anticipation as members teed off last weekend in a stroke event playing for the June Monthly Medal which was kindly sponsored by Stanthorpe Plaza Meats.

In the Men’s event it was Mark Hendry who led the way. Hendry returned the winning score of nett 69 after laying the platform for his win on the front nine carding one under par for the outward trip.

His back nine was very steady, but good enough to give him a two stroke lead over Brady Morant (71) and victory in the medal event. Brady Morant has been playing some excellent golf in recent weeks and with another steady performance continues to lower his AGU handicap.

David Reeves (74) returned the best gross score of the round while Trevor Ludlow took the putting honours needing 24 to complete his round. Featuring in the run down and not too far off the leaders were Mark Baker, Rob Reeves and Trevor Ludlow.

The ladies’ medal event was won by Sandra Morris who returned a nett 72 score for her round. She finished three strokes clear of the runner up Linda Kelly (75).

Nikki Waterworth collected for best gross score (94). Kay Webb had her putting on song on the greens. She needed only 29 putts to complete her round. Shaneen McLellan (75) collected the ladies run down.

Club officials are hoping to see more easing of restrictions and changes to the current protocols as early as this weekend however until any changes are announced members should continue to adhere to the current restrictions . It remains necessary to be booked in for a starting time by contacting the club by email; telephone or using the timesheet at the club.

There is great news for Stanthorpe golfers and patrons. Under Stage Two Covid19 Industry Safe Plans, the Stanthorpe clubhouse re-opened Wednesday 10 June 2020.

The Stanthorpe Board of Directors has completed a Statement of Compliance that the Club will adhere to the regulations laid out in the two Safe Plans. It is therefore essential that members adhere strictly to the signage in place as well as complying with directions from Staff, Management Committee and Bar Volunteers.

BOUNCE WILL GET AFL UNDERWAY TONIGHT The AFL season kicks off tonight (Thursday) with Collingwood and defending premiers Richmond going head

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to head at the “G” to kick start the much anticipated 2020 season. On Saturday Brisbane AFL fans will get their first taste of one of their newly adopted clubs from the West when the Lions and Freemantle Dockers go head to head. The Gold Coast Eagles will be testing our their new home ground, Metricon Stadium when they play the Gold Coast Suns on Sunday after they too flew East. For a short time Queensland fans will have four AFL clubs based in the state. How long the arrangements stays in place is dependent on any easing of interstate travel restrictions.

Announcements earlier in the week that crowds would be allowed at the Gabba and Metricon Stadium games have been hosed down by AFL boss Gillon McLachlan.

There are at this stage mixed messages being delivered with some parties reporting that stadiums in Qld and NSW will be allowed to be filled to 25% capacity from round two however no confirmation of this change in a rapidly changing environment has been received. While this sounds great it would still only allow around 1000 spectators into the Gabba.

AFL fans will be pleased to see their game back on the bounce with or without crowds. The Brisbane Lions and their fans will be aiming to go all the way to the big dance after bowing out in the semi-finals in 2019. However with their improved performance last season comes the additional weight of expectation on their 2020 performance.

Like Rugby League it will be interesting to see how the first few rounds of competition play out. At lease now if you are unpleased with your team’s performance you can channel surf to another code.

RACING CARNIVAL DATES SETTLED The fate of the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival schedule and race dates has finally been resolved. In fact after much to and fro and submissions from what seemed to be every stakeholder other than those blokes in the coats who look after the enclosure gates the Racing Victoria Board has decided to go with the status quo.

Their official statement said they believed there was not compelling evidence that making changes (to the race dates) would provide outcomes with enough certainty to outweigh the benefits of retaining the existing structure.

The Chairman said the Board noted that the Australian Trainers Association (ATA) and Thoroughbred Racehorse Owners Association (TROA) both supported the retention of our existing program.

“The current pathways and grand finals of the Spring Racing Carnival are well understood and we believe retaining that existing structure this year will give us the best opportunity for outstanding fields and broad support, both from local and out of state competitors.

If there is one local organisation pleased with this outcome, it is the Stanthorpe Jockey Club. The annual Stanthorpe race meeting has traditionally coincided with the Caulfield Cup. There is plenty of water still to run under the bridge between now and October and November. Surely the average punter will be allowed back on course well before October 17 and it will be business as usual for us all. Not sure if that will make it any easier to find the winners however.

For those readers who might be keen to have an early Caulfield or Melbourne Cup bet, the Japanese galloper Contrails heads the Caulfield Cup market. The Danny Obrien trained Russian Camelot heads the very early Melbourne Cup market at $11.00.

Here’s how the Spring programme looks:Date - Track - Feature Race · Sat. September 5 - M Valley Feehan Stakes · Sat. September 12 - Flemington - Makybe Diva Stakes · Sat. September 19 - Caulfield - Rupert Clarke Stakes · Fri. September 25 (night) - M Valley Moir Stakes · Sat. September 26 - Caulfield Underwood Stakes · Sun. September 27 - Mornington - Ansett Classic · Sat. October 3 - Flemington - Turnbull Stakes · Sat. October 10 - Caulfield - Caulfield Guineas · Wed. October 14 - Caulfield - Blue Sapphire Stakes · Sat. October 17 - Caulfield - Caulfield Cup · Wed. October 21 - Geelong - Geelong Cup · Fri. October 23 - M.Valley - Manikato Stakes · Sat. October 24 - M.Valley - Cox Plate · Wed. October 28 - Bendigo - Bendigo Cup · Sat. October 31 - Flemington - VRC Derby · Tue. November 3 - Flemington Melbourne Cup · Thur. November5 - Flemington - VRC Oaks · Sat. November 7 - Flemington Mackinnon Stakes · Sat. November 14 - Sandown - Zipping Classic · Sat. November 21 - Ballarat - Ballarat Cup freetimes.com.au

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CRAGG SUCCESSFUL IN WARWICK MEDAL EVENT The Ladies June Monthly Medal rounds were played last Saturday In the Ladies Division One competition Nachcha Cragg had an excellent win returning 70 nett ahead of runner up Marg Adcock. A countback was required in Division Two after Roslyn Darton and Annie Payne returned scores of 74 nett.

Putting honours in Division one went to Mary Young, with only 26 putts, and div 2 was Roslyn Darton added the putting competition to her medal win.

Until restrictions are further relaxed Ladies are asked to continue to leave their scorecards in the box provided in the Ladies restroom. The winners’ vouchers and medals are available for collection from the Proshop.

This Saturday the Ladies play the Style Shoes Monthly Single Stableford which is a 18/9 hole event, played on the white course.

START THOSE ENGINES, SOON Motor Racing enthusiasts are counting down to the resumption of business locally and nationally. On the national front the Supercars will roar back to life on June 2728 at Sydney Motorsport Park with three 130km sprint races.

It will be the first Supercars action since the Adelaide 500 in February with the season shut down after qualifying for the Melbourne 400 at Albert Park in midMarch.

The action packed weekend should have fans salivating. On day one there will be two full practice sessions and qualifying before a Top 15 Shootout and the first 33 lap race of the weekend.

In what is shaping as a tough itinerary for drivers and pit crew there will be back-toback qualifying sessions on Sunday morning followed by two afternoon races to complete the schedule.

Officials have announced that each of the three races would involve a compulsory pit stop to change at least two tyres, with all drivers to start races with a full tank of fuel.

Locally the Warwick Dragway is ready to roar into action on July 25 and 26. With limited nominations for the weekend available entries were filled within hours of opening.

With the limit on attendance capped at 100 because of the current State Government restriction spectators will be excluded from the event unless there is an easing of the restrictions.

The Test N Tune event is open to cars and bike and has been capped at a maximum of 40 cars/bikes and naturally Covid-19 plans will be in place.

In a great sign for the club the great response was very encouraging. With over $3,000 prize money on offer the two brackets filled quickly with from drivers from across the state scrambling for one of the 40 pre-entry slots for the Morgan Park event.

LANE CUP QUALIFYERS DECIDED On Sunday the qualifying round of Lane Cup was decided. 60 golfers took to the course for the popular 4BBB stroke event to qualify for this annual event which is played in memory of Life members Jack and Mona Lane.

The husband and wife team of Ross and Trish Bell combined well returning a great score of 60 nett to take home the trophy. A countback was required before Marg and Garry Adcock were named runners up after they and Majella and Tony Kahler returned scores of nett 62. The top eight qualifiers now move into the quarter finals. The playoff must be played on or before Sunday freetimes.com.au

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28th June and the draw is as follows: 1. R and T Bell play 8. M. Banks and H. Olsen, 4. D and N Cragg play 5. K. Farrell and Y. Pinington 2. G and M Adcock play 4. S and M McLennan 3. T and M Kahler play 6. R and G Mills GOOD NEWS FOR LOCAL ANGLERS If there is one sport you can enjoy during a period of self-distancing it is angling. The only social distancing you won’t be looking for is that between you and the fish.

The Warwick District Recreational Fish Stocking Association Inc received some welcome news that in the future should help anglers on that front. Details have been released of the Warwick Fish Stocking’s funding allocation from Queensland Fisheries, (the Stocked Impoundment Permit Scheme). Funding of $25,634.40 (inc gst) has been allocated for stocking fingerlings in Leslie Dam and $514.80 for Connolly Dam this season.

Last year, due to the drought conditions and the low water levels in Leslie Dam , Queensland Fisheries allowed the club to spend $17,374 of their $23,772 allocation on structure in the 6-knot zone near the dam wall.

The club was also allowed to carry over the remaining $6448 which will be added to the 2020 funding. The club will be spending $29,752 on Murray Cod, Golden and Silver Perch fingerlings this stocking season.

Good news for those anglers who fish Leslie Dam. The club was also given permission to carry over the 2019 Connolly Dam allocation and although they received only $514.80 this round in excess of $1800 will be spent on restocking fingerlings in the 2020 season.

Granite Belt Fish Hatchery provide many of the fingerlings released in our impoundments and waterways and was badly affected by the drought last year.

Without sufficient water the Severnlea hatchery was unable breed Golden or Silver Perch. This combined with the low dam level contributed to the club being unable to undertake restocking last stocking season.

Owner of Granite Belt Fish Hatchery Nick Donges has advised the club secretarytreasurer Ed Kemp that his Severnlea hatchery has ample water this season to produce fingerlings. It is good news for the club which once again will be supporting local business by purchasing as many fingerlings as possible from the Severnlea operation. Surely a win, win for everyone.

BIG FIELD CONTEST JOHN DEE MEDAL An excellent field of 77 players took the

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Warwick course last week playing in the Men’s John Dee Monthly Medal on Saturday.

Brendan Landrigan showed a return to form when he returned a winning score of nett 70 to relegate Wayne Watt to the runner’s up position but not before a countback.

Fred Howard was a clear winner in Division Two. His score of 61 nett four strokes clear of his nearest rival Brett Donovan (65 nett).

Steve Lease was also in good form on Saturday. Lease had an excellent round and shot one under par off the stick on a day where low scores were hard to come by.

In other results, the Condamine Steel Shootout has attracted 37 players to date which is the best field since the inception of the event. The scores to date are as follows: Michael Hoskin (156), Slim Eldridge (155), Keith Clarke(154), Dave Speedy (153), Scott McLennan (152), Michael Watt (151), Michael Payne, Dave Craggs, and Garry Adcock (150), Eamon Cockram (149), Ross Bell (148), Don Stewart, Chris Hynes and Wayne Watt (147), Charlie Morrison (146), Caleb King and Neil Moore (145), Mark Thomas (144) and Nic Lane (143) rounds out the top 19.

This Saturday members play in a Single Stableford.

FOOTBALL BACK ON TRACK IN JULY There was welcome news this week for Football (Soccer) players across the Southern Downs and Toowoomba with the announcement that the Toowoomba Football League season will definitely be back up and running in 2020 after being mothballed since the completion of round two The season restart is scheduled for July and players from both the men and women’s Warwick Wolves are keen to get back on the paddock.

While the format for the remainder of the season is still not yet finalised Warwick officials are expecting a modified version of the existing draw with the finals running through to November. That would be an extension of around two months and much will depend on the availability of grounds and also player availability as the season will cross over into summer sport..

Both the Wolves senior men’s and women’s teams were expected to return to training this week and will be required to follow strict CovidSafe rules .

How the teams will match up once play resumes will be interesting following the isolation period. The Wolves will be hoping to pick up where they left off with wins over Willowburn and Rockville Rovers in the opening rounds.

FRASER COAST JOEYS MINI WORLD CUP (HERVEY BAY) The SDFA teams who competed in the 2019 tournament enjoyed the experience because of this the SDFA nominated teams for the 2020 event in the; U12, U14, U16 & U18 age groups at the end of last year. The Southern Downs Football Academy has advised that the 2020 Fraser Coast Joeys Mini World Cup (Hervey Bay) is still on at this stage.

The scheduled dates for the 2020 Hervey Bay event are September 27- October 2 and SDFA advise that at this point the event will proceed as planned.

The Player age ranges for teams are:· Under 12 - players born in 2008 & 2009 · Under 14 - players born in 2006 and 2007 · Under 16 - players born in 2004 & 2005 · Under 18 - players born in 2002 & 2003 · Open women - players born 2006 onwards This tournament is open to all USQ and SDFA members (even if playing with a club other than USQ).

If you are interested in participating in this event please register your interest with SDFA by June 15.

If numbers exceed squad sizes it will be necessary to have selected teams and will be limited to 15 players per squad. The exception will be U12 where there will be a limit of 13 players who will playing a nine a side competition.

There is an option to entering an Open Women’s team to play in an all-female competition. The team would be open to female players aged 14 and older If you are interested in nominating for this team, please specify in your reply. If there is sufficient interest and numbers SDFA will nominate a team.

There is a player nomination fee for the tournament of $175 - $195 per player depending on age.

Once organisers receive expressions of interest, teams will be added or withdrawn as required and training days/times/venues etc will be finalised.

If you require further information please contact Paul Butler, SDFA M: 0423 647890 or email southerndownsfa@gmail.com. ●

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