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A heartfeltthanks

To exhibitors who entered the Agricultural Produce section of the Gatton Show 2023.

You are all to be congratulated on your participation as entry numbers were up by 75, making this year a total of 471 entries benched for the visiting judges to award prizes and ribbons.

We look forward to seeing you all again next year and encourage those who didn’t enter this year to reconsider entering Show 2024.

resign voluntarily, acknowledging the severity of his actions.

The allegations, including the unauthorized photography of a gym member without her consent and subsequent distribution of those photos, demonstrate ethical and legal standards expected from elected

I am loath to have to write this as I voted for Brett Qualischefski and considered him a good candidate for Council.

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WEDNESDAY WEEKLY DELIVEREDBY BULK DROP IN THESE AREAS

Atkinson's Dam - Brightview - Carpendale

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We rely upon your participation to make our section successful. This year was spectacular!

Many thanks much also go to our sponsors. Your

to have no entry fee again this year. Our section also relies upon your continued involvement.

Also many thanks to our willing helpers that we relied upon to help us pull it all together within a short time frame.

Again, without your help and encouragement we would not be able to make the produce ready for judging and display.

Given the issues however, I feel strongly enough to be vocal for my community. We deserve better.

It’s just not good enough and I can’t sit back and ‘accept’ this behaviour until I vote in the next Council election.

Councillor Qualischefski’s actions have compromised his ability to effectively represent the interests of the Lockyer Valley community.

The trust and respect required for his continued tenure have been misconduct.

unacceptable for any person, let alone an elected representative.

of Councillor Qualischefski

In all of this, the sigcaused to the brave individual who brought the complaint is being undermined.

She deserves much better.

The decision also states that ‘Councillor Qualischefski must reimburse Council the amount of $2,000.00, representing some of the costs incurred arising from his misconduct’.

I urge Councillor Qualischefski to show some humility and responsibility by reimbursing the Council for all costs incurred due to his misconduct.

I am disappointed that my rates are contributing to funding any of the costs associated with this poor behaviour.

Lisette

Schulz, Grantham

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We deserve better

As a concerned community member and ratepayer, I am writing in response

the Councillor Conduct Tribunal regarding the misconduct of Councillor Brett Qualischefski, an elected councillor of the Lockyer Valley Regional Council.

While I understand that the council is unable to sack Councillor Qualischefski, I strongly urge him to

It is crucial for the culture, reputation and effective functioning of the Lockyer Valley Regional Council, that elected representatives uphold the highest standards of integrity, respect, and ethical conduct.

Resignation is an appropriate course of action for Councillor Qualischefski to take in order to uphold the integrity of the Council and demonstrate accountability for his actions.

By stepping down from his position, he would acknowledge the seriousness of his misconduct and send a powerful message that such behaviour is

FYI Mr Peter Dutton regarding your VOTE NO proposal, Aboriginal people are known to have occupied mainland Australia for at least 65,000 years.

And that is widely accepted that this predates the modern human settlement of Europe and the Americas.

Our history of this nation’s colonization is just a mere 235 years.

Maybe Australian Aboriginals should have a vote to see if us white folks should actually have a say in this country’s constitution!

Just a thought.

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Churches of Christ addresses the closure of Amaroo aged care home

BY JESSE HAMILTON

CHURCHES of Christ have responded to the displeasure of community members to the planned closure of the Amaroo Aged Care facility in Gatton by September 1.

In a statement released July 26, Churches of Christ interim CEO Mike Folland said there had been misinformed commentary on the closure, with the judgment coming down to an irreparable safety issue concerning erosion of Tenthill Creek.

Multiple engineer reports were commissioned after report outlining enough information to close Amaroo.

“This report included an overlay of the likely erosion points, which included four occupied rooms in our aged

care service and the kitchen,” he said.

“We know that part of the site sits on sandstone, but the Amaroo building sits on

‘reactive’ soil which becomes highly unstable when it comes in contact with water.”

As previously reported in The Independent, much of the

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disappointment from family and residents of Amaroo came from the short time frame with no closer alternative homes available.

Christine Panzram, who has a 91-year-old mother at the centre, said Churches of Christ had not considered the impact on the community be-

fore deciding on the closure.

“We promised mum right from day one that if she was going to a home, it would be within the Lockyer Valley,” she said.

“This is where she has lived her whole life.”

Mr Folland said Churches of Christ fully supported residents and their families to relocate to a service of their choosing.

“I hope the community understands how hard it was for us to close Amaroo and how regrettable it was for our residents to relocate,” he said.

“We took a watch and wait approach to this service since

“We balanced the needs of the community for residential aged care against the continued erosion of Tenthill Creek and the potential safety risk it posed.”

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Top issues for council

BY GRACE CRICHTON

LOCKYER Valley Regional Council (LVRC) will submit several motions at the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) Annual conference this year, raising common issues on waste, the disaster management.

Six motions were endorsed at council’s ordinary meeting on July 19. Bringing these six motionsence government policy and legislative changes which in the state.

One motion involved the infrastructure to the Bureau of Meteorology.

In council’s ordinary meet-ley Regional Council senior advisor advocacy Stephen Hart said there had not been any ‘real’ engagement from either state or federal governthe change.

“Critically, are we going to retain access to the data? who’s going to maintain the assets?” he said.

“All those sorts of details have not been resolved.”

The motion proposes the LGAQ calls on the Bureau of Meteorology and the Queensland Reconstruction Authority to engage with local governments about data access and maintenance arrangement.

endorsed, suggested by Deputy Mayor and Waste Portfolio Councillor Jason call on the state government to mandate ‘recycling and responsible waste management practices’ in schools.

“The state government has all of the education departit mandatory that they have a red, yellow, and green bin systems in their schools and utilise them,” he said.

Other motions put forward included a review of arts and culture protocol, regulation for aged care facilities to develop evacuation plans, outcomes from Councillor Misconduct Tribunals, and a event road closures.

LVRC will attend the LGAQ 2023 Annual Conference in Gladstone from October 16-18 this year.

Emergency Preparedness Workshops

EMERGENCY preparedness workshops are coming to Laidley.

The workshops are designed for people with, supporting, or having an interest in those with a disability or additional needs.

Come along to:

Part A: Thursday August 10, 9:30am-12:30pm.

Part B: Thursday August 17, 9:30am12:30pm.

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Draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme

Community Consultation on the new draft Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme is now underway.

The draft Planning Scheme is now available in hard copy for viewing at the Gatton Customer

Service Centre, both the Gatton and Laidley Libraries and online, with consultation supported by several activities including drop-in locations, oneon-one sessions with a planner, pop-up locations and focus group sessions.

For dates and locations, visit www.lockyervalley. qld.gov.au/our-services/ strategic-planning/draftplanning-scheme

Council welcomes delegation from Indonesia

Lockyer Valley Regional Council hosted a delegation from Indonesia on July 18, who were in the region to learn more about the Water For Lockyer Project.

The group met with Lockyer Valley Regional Council Deputy Mayor Jason Cook and council representatives.

The delegation was intrigued to hear more about agricultural water use issuesand to hold a discussion about the Water For Lockyer Project.

Regular Activities & Programs

Lockyer Valley Regional Councillors endorsed six motions to be submitted to the Local Government Association of Queensland for discussion at the annual conference. PHOTO: LVRC

BY JACOB HAYDEN

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Lantana chemical subsidy program

ROUND 1 of the Lantana Chemical Subsidy Program

year opens on August 1.

Somerset Regional Council has allocated $100,000 for the program, which will provide a 50 per cent subsidy to approved landholders who purchase approved chemicals from a business operating within the Somerset region.

For information and to download the EOI form, go to somerset.qld.gov. au or phone council’s pest management team on 5424 4000.

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Police brief: hooning, driving, and DVO offences

Hooning, property offences

ESK POLICE assisted Gatton Criminal Investigation Branch during a Search Warrant at Coominya, where police located in excess of 100 stolen tyres, stolen and false registration plates, and a number of vehicles

that have been utilised in recent hooning and property offences within the Brisbane Valley and Lockyer Valley.

A 16-year-old male was charged with 32 offences. Toogoolawah update An 18-year-old male from Caboolture has been arrested in

relation to using a telecommunications service to procure sexual activity from a child under 16 years at Toogoolawah.

A 41-year-old male from Landsborough was issued a Notice to Appear for Drink Driving at Toogoolawah.

A 42-year-old male from

Toogoolawah was issued an Infringement Notice for a Public Nuisance offence.

A 51-year-old male from Toogoolawah was arrested in relation to multiple Contravention of a Domestic Violence Order offences, drug offences and driving an unregistered vehicle.

A 20-year-old male from Toogoolawah was issued an Infringement Notice for Careless Driving in relation to Toogoolawah Police.

A 39-year-old male from White Rock was issued a Notice to Appear in relation to driving whilst

SRC is holding a second round of online engagement for the Kilcoy Streetscape Revitalisation project, which presents the draft master plan for community feedback.

Residents and stakeholders can complete the survey at somerset. qld.gov.au/homepage/71/ have-your-say by August 11. Never miss bin day again

Residents in the Somerset region can download a simple app that will give them information about rubbish bin collection and general waste management tips.

The app can be used to set reminders for bin information about what not to place in recycling bins.

For information about the app including where to download it from go to somerset.qld.gov.au/ somersetbinapp

Mayor Teresa Harding

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Japanese students embrace Lockyer Valley

BY JESSE HAMILTON

TWENTY-TWO students from Ageo City, Japan, met with Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan for a morning tea on Friday July 28 as part of an exchange program with Lockyer District High School.

The exchange program has been running between the Lockyer Valley and Ageo City for 29 years, with Lockyer District High students next visiting its sister city in 2024.

LDHS study tour coordinator Daniel Exelby said the exchange was about showing visiting students the best the

a classroom integration and showed them our speciality programs like our dance, art

and agriculture,” he said.

“The students also went out to UQ for a tour where they go to see [Australian] animals.”

Year 9 exchange student

Yura Fujinami said the highlight of her trip was embracing Australia’s diverse culture.

“Japan has its own culture, but Australia is very multi-

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Celebrations Celebrations

Friday 8th & Saturday 9th September Mears Pavilion

Toogoolawah Showgrounds

Friday 8th – Memory Lane Displays 12pm – 4pm (all welcome)

Saturday 9th – Dinner & Live Band 5pm til Late

Remembering Josephine

LIFE-LONG Lockyer

Valley

local Josephine Linnan sadly passed away last month, but not before celebrating her 100th birthday.

Josephine was born on June 28, 1923 and celebrated 100 years with her family and a special visit from Mayor Tanya Milligan.

She also received a card from the King and special messages from the Broncos, as she was sure to watch every game.

Josie grew up with her siblings Patricia, Mary, Bernice and Tom and began school at Lake Clarendon State School.

Wilsons Clothing Store at Forest Hill.

cultural,” she said. Lockyer Valley Regional Council Deputy Mayor Jason Cook will visit Ageo City in October 2023 to celebrate the city’s 65th anniversary.

as a domestic at The Gatton College and worked there for the better part of 50 years before retiring and moving to Gatton where she continued to care for her mother.

Josephine was a keen sports person, playing mainly tennis and indoor bowls, and she loved a game of cards.

She loved knitting and crocheting and most of her nieces’ and nephews’ houses had at least one of Josie’s rugs.

Josie passed away on July 8, but right until her last days she had a needle in hand and some sort of sport had to be on TV. Contributed by the Linnan family.

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Students from Ageo City, Japan, are spending six days exploring the Lockyer Valley as a part of an exchange program with Lockyer District High School.

PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

Josephine Linnan (28.06.1923 – 08.07.2023) with Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan on her 100th birthday.

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Project Green’s 300,000th tree planted at Lake Apex

BY JACOB HAYDEN

FRIENDS of Lake Apex (FOLA)

members celebrated a special National Tree Planting Day on Sunday July 30 with a helping hand from Andersens.

er teamed up with FOLA and Lockyer Valley Regional Council to plant 30 trees at Lake Apex, including the 300,000th tree for Project Green.

Andersens national brand manthe planting.

“We started the tree plantsaid. countries with 12 plantationsent states.

cance for us as a business and we’re working with our fran-

support the tree planting initia-

FOLA team member Di Lewin said Andersens donated the trees for the project, selected by a FOLA team member from Tan-

were planted with the intent to athabitat, and include the likes of frangipanis, and laceback.

Nursery goes mobile to make Ipswich greener

THE UPCOMING locations for Ipswich City Council’s mobile nursery between August and November 2023 have been locked in.

The mobile nursery is part of Ipswich council’s annual Free Plant Program, which gives out more than 120,000 plants to residents annually.

Ipswich residents are entitled to six free plants per year under the program, with additional plants available for those on acreage properties, riparian allotments and newly-built homes.

Environment and Sustainability Committee

Chairperson Deputy Mayor Russell Milligan said that visiting the mobile nursery was convenient for residents to revitalise their gardens.

“The mobile nursery is a convenient way to get involved in creating greener spaces as we bring the nursery more or less to you,” he said.

“Residents can also collect their free plants at council’s Queens Park Nursery.”

ten of our members and supporters who come and plant trees on absolutely brilliant, we’re so thrilled,” Mrs Lewin said.

The mobile nursery will be at the following locations from 8am to 11am:

September 2 - Mains Street, Marburg (Greening your Suburb event), October 7 - Johnston Park, John Street, Rosewood.

Little Hugo Burchman putting in the hard yards at the tree planting. PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

Arthur and Neena Baker at the scenic Lake Apex on Sunday morning.

Ma Ma makes some noise

THE 87TH annual Ma Ma Creek Exhibition was held on Saturday July 29, followed by the Bush Dance with the Ridgee Didge Bush Band.

Ma Ma Creek Exhibition Committee secretary Kylie Holland said entry numbers were up, with 300 photos and over 70 open artworks entered and great numbers in

produce and other classes.

Mrs Holland said she hoped more locals might get involved.

“If anyone is interested in volunteering next year, get in contact with us,” she said.

Email mmcexhibition@gmail.com

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LEFT: Elsa Joseph has been judging jams, relishes, sweets and preserves for 40 years, and has judged at the Ma Ma Creek Exhibition since 2000.

PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

BELOW: Returning Mt Whitestone State School student Hahns Spierling always comes back for his pancakes at the exhibition, with little Alec Stenzel.

Folks partnered up to dance down around the hall on Saturday night.

The Ridgee Didge Bush Band took over the stage for the night’s entertainment. Eloise, Hayden, Heidi and Luke checking out the Flagstone Creek schoolwork display.

25 years of community banking

BENDIGO Bank’s unique Community banking model is celebrating 25 years of community owned and operated banking in Australia.

The internationally acclaimed model, which was founded in Victoria, has helped many communities invest in and retain a local bank in their business centres.

The Lowood & Fernvale Bendigo Community Bank, established in 2010, was built on the success of the early community banking pioneers and the foresight and commitment of some local business leaders.

It is one of 300 branches for a purpose’ model across Australia.

Lowood & Fernvale Bendigo Community Bank chairman Aaron Heck said his bank was proud to have reinvested over $1.3 million back into communities across the Somerset region since its inception.

Schools, sporting clubs, gardens, kindergarten fetes,

cant helpings thanks to the branch.

“We’re able to give back to our community, and it’s

a great way of keeping the community alive,” Mr Heck said.

“The Big Four have got banking sector is, but we’re

still the little guy in the community’s corner.”

Currently, Bendigo’s Community banking sector records a collective $20 billion in loans and $31.3billion

in deposits.

Bendigo Bank CEO and managing director Marnie Baker said the strength of the shared value model proved Australians would support

a genuine alternative to the banking oligopoly if you provide quality products and excellent award-winning service, backed by a trusted

“Our purpose is to feed into the prosperity of our customers and their communities,” she said.

“The Community Bank model is aligned with both our vision and our purpose and we are immensely proud of its success.”

Mr Heck said Bendigo’s 25th Community Banking anniversary was another great opportunity to thank the Somerset community for their support, the bank team for their valued service to clients, and directors past and present for their commitment to the bank’s success and community prosperity.

“It’s good to remind our locals that we’re still here as a full banking opportunity here in the Somerset,” Mr Heck said.

“We’re very lucky and very happy that we’re still here.”

The Lowood & Fernvale Bendigo Community bank, established in 2010, was built on the success of the early community banking pioneers, and the foresight and commitment of some local business leaders.

PHOTO: FILE

Be cautious of powerpoles when burning says Energex

WITH plenty of property owners getting set for hazard reduction -

to power poles and other electrical

“More than a dozen powerpoles were brought down by landowner’s burns getting out of control last

“In addition to the inconvenience fallen powerlines can cause serious injury or even death to people and

“Just as troubling is a powerpole that’s only partially burnt because it potentially snap during high winds who are about to burn to ensure Rural Fire Service Acting Assis-

during hazard reduction burns could

“I would encourage property

their electricity infrastructure and

“If your council area is not cur-ing the radius with water can also reduce the chances of accidental CONTRIBUTED

Jenni Makings, Volunteer Community Educator Withcott Rural Fire Brigade

Energex and QFES are urging landowners to be cautious when conducting hazard reduction burns near powerpoles and the power network.

PHOTO: ENERGEX

LOCAL BUSINESS RECOGNITION DINNER 2023

Jono’s keeping the valley growing

BY JACOB HAYDEN

SOME businesses grow with the valley, but some businesses keep the valley growing.

Thanks to his reliable service and dedication to Lockyer Valley farmers, Jonathan ‘Jono’ Sippel of Sipelectrical is being recognised by the Lockyer Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Tourism Business Recognition Dinner on August 5 for the Agricultural Services category.

Jono started his business in 2006, after leaving school in 2000 and joining the electrical trade.

“I concentrated on the farming side of things with my old boss,” Jono said.

“I loved the farming side because I grew up on a farm, and I’ve just stuck with my farming since then.”

He grew up in Upper Tenthill on his father’s 60 acre plot near the cricket grounds.

“He was a vegetable farmer, so onions, lettuce, lucerne, spuds… anything and everything,” Jono said.

Jono took his experience on the farm and applied it to his electrical apprenticeship.

“At the end of my apprenticeship I gave my boss 12 months and thought ‘I could do something small myself’, and it’s grown from there but still stayed a small family-run business,” he said.

“I’m not sitting in the

on the tools keeping all our customers happy as best we can.”

Jono is mobile on the ground, taking service requests as they come.

“If they’re mobile, they keep getting you back and they’re happy,” he said.

“If they’ve got an issue, Jono will be there.”

RM Kluck Farms grower Joe Kluck said Jono was very

reliable.

“I’ve only been on the farm for about seven years but I knew him prior to that playing cricket with him,” Mr Kluck said.

“He does the farm, he does our houses, all the bores, anything to do with electrical work.

“He understands farming, if someone has a break down he’s willing to come out straight away, and if he can’t

get there he’ll tell you he can’t get there.

“Sometimes when you have a breakdown you’ve got people standing there looking at you and that’s on your payroll.”

Mr Kluck said Jono did a lot for local farmers.

“The other day up on the Downs I had a pump problem and he dropped everything to come up and have a look,” he said.

2023 BUSINESS RECOGNITION

“At the drop of a hat he comes out, solves the going again.

“Our name’s on the farm but he’s one of the reasons why we’re still going too and I think a lot of other farmers would probably say the same thing about him.”

Despite probably being the most sought-after man in the Lockyer Valley, if you are not a farmer then there is a good

chance you have never heard of Jono Sippel.

Sipelectrical managed to build its client base almost entirely through word of mouth.

“I don’t look for other work elsewhere, I don’t anywhere at all,” Jono said.

“Obviously if you’re doing a good job with one farm he talks to his neighbour over the fence and before you realise… as time goes, you grow.”

Jono said it was great to be recognised for his service to the valley’s growers.

“You do what you can to help them blokes keep things moving, and that’s what I’m here for, to keep the valley moving,” he said.

“That’s what the valley thrives on, the farming community, and without the farmers this place is dead, it’s just a grass paddock.

“If you keep the farmers mobile, keep their machines running and keep everything moving, then they spend money in the valley with me and other companies and it keeps the valley moving.”

Jono primarily services the Lockyer Valley, but also travels to service farms in the Southern Downs and as far as Kilcoy and Brisbane when the need calls.

He runs Sipelectrical with his wife Annaka and two employees, Jake Gierke and Ezekial Kugel.

Jono Sippel and Tinka the dog at the Sipelectrical shed in Grantham.

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

Young cast full of heart in classic American tale

‘CHARLOTTE’S Web’ has captured hearts for generations and its charm lives on in Laidley this month.

Lockyer Regional Performing Arts (LRPA) will stage the classic American tale of a little pig, a friendly spider, and all their farmyard friends from August 18.

Director Emma Erdis said many would be familiar with the heartwarming story.

“It’s a beautiful adaptation of the story that we all remember when we were kids,” she said.

“It’s so sweet and it’s been beautiful to put together with such a creative young group of people, most of whom are very new to theatre.”

The play is a Puddle Jump-

ers production, the theatrecally for actors aged 18 and under.

“Our youngest is 5 and our oldest is 18 so there’s a really vast expanse of ages throughout that bracket,” Ms Erdis said.

“It’s been really beautiful watching the older ones mentor and take care of the younger cast members.”

directing a Puddle Jumpers play and her second time working with LRPA after her role as musical director in last year’s ‘Little Women: The Broadway Musical’.

“As soon as I got the opportunity to work on ‘Charlotte’s Web’ I knew that

back and make some more really good memories with this theatre company,” she said.

With more than thirty cast members participating, Ms Erdis ensured every actor got the most from their roles.

“We’ve managed to adapt our production of ‘Charlotte’s Web’ to really accommodate the cast that we have and it shows,” Ms Erdis said.

“There are very few moments where all of them aren’t on stage just absolutely having a ball.”

‘Charlotte’s Web’ is on at the Laidley Cultural Centre on August 18, 19, 25 and 26.

Tickets are on sale now: lrpa.org.au

Based on the novel by E.B. White

Adapted by Joseph Robinette

Emily Brooking, Jemimah Feeney, Ezra Feeney, and Gracie Harris play the Arable family in Lockyer Regional Performing Arts’ ‘Charlotte’s Web’ this month.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

Women supporting women with craft

A CRAFTS group designed to provide a supportive space for women to embrace their creative passions, prioritise selfcare, and relish the joy of crafting together is currently running in the Somerset Region.

3 R’s Creative Craft Retreats is a network of like-minded women that dedicate time to their crafts hobby by holding crafts workshops and going on creative craft retreats.

3 R’s Creative Craft Retreats founding member Geraldine Birtwistle said she helped found the group with two of her friends to create an outlet for women to take time for themselves.

“Women, in general, take on a lot of responsibility between full-time work and caring for family and don’t often take time out for themselves,” she said.

“So, the three R’s stands for rest, respite, and restore because having been in carer roles, we know that

women get burnt out, women need some respite from caring, women need to have a bit of rest, and they need to restore their lives to be able to continue caring.”

3 R’s Creative Craft Retreats founding member

Sharon Andrews said the group felt encouraged to start after recognising a connective element missing from previous retreats they had gone on.

“There was a whole segment missing in terms of looking after people and looking after people’s wellbeing and giving them that opportunity to take a break and enjoy time with likeminded women,” she said.

“Our motto is we’re inclusive of all ladies, it doesn’t matter what craft you do.”

3 R’s Creative Craft Retreats have a mini retreat at the CWA hall Esk on October 7-8.

If you would like to get involved, contact the group on 0409 761 268.

3 R’s Creative Craft Retreats founding members

Geraldine Birtwistle, Sheila Sutherland and Sharon Andrews.

PHOTO: SHARON ANDREWS

Honouring life-long members and new kitchen dedication

BY JACOB HAYDEN

UNITING Church of Gatton held a special service on Sunday morning, July 30, followed by the dedication of its new kitchen renovations and committed members of the Church.

Pastor John Braithwaite said the old kitchen was pretty decrepit and in desperate need of renovations.

“Cupboard doors were had lived its useful life,” he said.

Renovations began in

in June, costing around $90,000.

The kitchen was dedicated the the Church’s Ladies Fellowship.

“They did all sorts of

things, running street stalls, morning teas and raising funds,” Pastor Braithwaite said.

“That group is the source of the bulk of the money

which has come in.”

Five members also received gifts for their many years of service to the Uniting Church of Gatton, including Don Grieve.

Grandchester steamers celebrates 25 years

THE GRANDCHESTER Model Live Steam Association will be marking the 25th anniversary of being open to the public with a public running anniversary day on Sunday, August 6, from 10am-2pm at 2 Ipswich Street, Grandchester.

Grandchester Model Live Steam Association vice president Jake Gillam welcomed everyone to join in on a fun day of riding miniature trains.

“Don mows the lawn, he’s 91, and he told us the other day ‘I’m getting to the stage where I don’t think I can do this much longer’,”

Pastor Braithwaite said.

“It’s for the whole family to come along from 12 months and older, and children said.

Make a day of it and visit the GMLSA as they celebrate a quarter of a century this Sunday.

JESSE HAMILTON

ABOVE: Margaret Shreweis, Jean Lund, Isabella Morris, Don Grieve and Betty Yates were recognised for their many years of service to the Uniting Church of Gatton and their commitment to God.

LEFT: At 91 years, Don Grieve (right) retired from mowing the Uniting Church of Gatton after more than seven years, passing on the work to Brian Honimae (left).

PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

Alan and his entrepreneurial spirit

ALAN Jaenke was born at the Esk Hospital on March 22, 1940.

He was the eldest son of Reginald and Clarice Jaenke. He has an older sister Veronica, known as Bonnie, and a younger brother Leonard, known as Lenny, and a younger sister Heather.

This little fella had it tough from the very beginning.

He wasn’t expected to live, he wasn’t expected to walk and he wasn’t expected to father children.

Well didn’t he prove them all wrong!

Alan grew up at Gallanani at the current ‘Mount View’ property just north of Esk.

primary years because in those days you were needed on the farm.

Alan was always an entrepreneur.

As a young kid, a fascination for birds was evident (the feathered kind) and he would make snares and catch and sell them.

Alan continued workingishing school until he landed baker at Molenhause Bakery. While working at the bakery he had a keen eye on his future wife.

Patti was then working at the Commercial Hotel in Esk as a nanny to four children.

Alan and Patti’s courtship continued for seven years and they were married on March 23, 1963 at St Stephen’s church in Ipswich at 11am. It had to be early in the day

because the family had to get home to milk the cows.

Daughter Kay was born in 1965, followed by Wayne in 1966.

Kay and Wayne grew up very close together and have always looked out for each other.

Alan was always searching for ways to make a living.

Whether it was selling

with his Dad at Gallanani and selling them from the back of the truck along the old Mur-

rumba Road, now under the waters of Lake Wivenhoe. -

ticeship at the bakery and secured a job with Mr Poole at the Esk Butcher Shop and continued in this profession as the sole slaughterman for about 20 years at the same premise where Brisbane Valley Meats is today.

Alan only ever knew how to work hard and would slaughter at night and during the sunny hours he would farm watermelons.

During the mid 1970s, he

took the plunge into farming watermelons full time.

Alan grew the largest watermelon, The Jaenke Giants. The Jaenke Giants were marketed to restaurants, tourist resorts and fruit sellers.

He picked an 87kg melon which gave Australia, for having the biggest watermelon for 1988.

Alan was an Inaugural and Charter member of the Brisbane Valley Apex Club from 1971-1977 and was nominated to take on the position

and he held this position until 1977.

During this time Alan gained 100% dinner attendance and was awarded Apexian of the Year for three consecutive years.

In the 1980s he bought the family a ski boat with a 350 Chevvy motor where the family could enjoy some fun water activities away from the melon patch.

All the grandchildren will remember many days out on Lake Somerset.

1987 was the year of the construction of their Fish Farm enterprise, a partnership at that time which evolved into their full-time careers. With Patti’s involvement, it became a well-recognised tourist facility for catch and release.

The year 2000 was the year of the Ostrich for Alan and Patti and the inception of the Brisbane Valley Ostrich and Fish Farm.

Taking a leap of faith, they purchased two pairs of ostriches for a princely sum of $100,000.

The ostrich industry was very lucrative during their time therefore it was a great success.

Alan always loved his founding members of the Grand Wivenhoe Social Fishing Club which was founded in 1995.

competition and was almost waiting for the comp to begin.

Alan was awarded Life Membership of the Club in 2020.

As the years went on, Alan and Patti decided to scale it back and start taking it easy.

In 2023 they sold their Fish Farm properties and retired.

Alan has been described by many as a man of few words, a quiet achiever, a humble man of integrity with an exceptional work ethic, all

EULOGY CONTRIBUTED BY ALAN’S FAMILY

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Making merry at Xmas in July

CHRISTMAS came early to the residents of Marburg this year at the annual Christmas in July markets on July 22.

Run by the Marburg Show Society, this year’s markets were the biggest so far since they began the Christmas in July event four years ago. There were more than 50 market stalls and the multi16 prizes, including lovely donations from stall holders.

Ipswich City Councillor Kate Kunzelmann judged the Cooking Competition and sponsored the best decorated site stall.

Lockyer Valley Dance Group, Just Singing Group, Ryanda and Mike provided entertainment on the day.

Santa also made a special visit to deliver presents to the girls and boys.

As the Marburg Show organisation, all monies raised from these events goes into maintenance, general running costs and upgrading the buildings or grounds.

World of collectables

THE GATTON Shire Hall will turn into an old-style department store this weekend when sellers from Queensland and New South Wales gather with thousands of antique and collectable items. The Collectable Fair will offer a range of heritage, and retro, together with deco items.

ABOVE: There were lots of fun activities for families and kids.

BOTTOM FAR LEFT: Lockyer Valley Dance Group were among the day’s entertainment.

LEFT: It was the biggest Christmas is July since the society started running the event four years ago.

PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

Enthusiasts can add to their collection or start off in this fast growing hobby. Everything from old toys and china to rare bottles, rare books, coins, jewellery plus many quirky collectables is on offer.

Record collectors will be able to browse through over 10,000 LPs and CDs to add to their vinyl collections.

The fair will open to the public from 9am to 2pm on Sunday August 6.

Admission $8 Children

Under 14 years Free. CONTRIBUTED

Santa dropped by Marburg for Christmas in July.

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Olivia feels like she can put her best foot forward

BY JACOB HAYDEN

SHE MAY not be a true-blue Toogoolawah local, but Olivia Harrison (nee Frahm) has the support of Toogoolawah and the West Moreton Brisbane Valley Sub Chamber (WMBVSC) behind her.

The Toogoolawah Showgirl 2022 and WMBVSC Showgirl 2022 will attend the 41st Queensland Showgirl Awards Celebration Dinner next Friday August 11, where someone will be crowned the 2023 Queensland Country Life Showgirl.

Last year, Olivia began work at Teys Australia in Condamine as a livestock administrator and doing accounting work.

“I went back to the Toogoolawah Show Ball again at

the start of June and I handed over that title,” Olivia said.

“I competed in the stock horse classes at the Proston Show, that’s where I originally grew up.”

Olivia said the town of Toogoolawah had thrown itself behind her.

“That’s really nice to see because I’m not a true-blue Toogoolawah local girl,” she said.

“You feel like you can put your best foot forward if they all think that you’ve got a chance to.”

In March 2023, Olivia got married, making her the only married entrant this year.

“I think I’m only the second ever,” Olivia said.

Olivia thanked her family, friends, husband and Show Society for their support.

Growers checked for underpayments

THE FAIR Work Ombudsman (FWO) made surprise inspections of horticulture businesses around the Lockyer Valley region to check workers are getting the right pay last week.

Fair Work reported inspectors were on the ground at Gatton to assess about 20 farms and labour-hire companies.

The FWO received intelligence regarding potential non-compliance in the region, such as alleged non-payment for time rates, underpaid minimum rates, below-Award rates to visa holders, unpaid casual, weekend and public holiday loadings, unauthorised deductions and pay slip breaches.

Acting Fair Work Ombudsman Kristen Hannah

said the agency was committed to boosting compliance among agriculture sector employers.

“Inspectors are out iners to account if they are not meeting their obligations,” Ms Hannahs said.

“We also act to ensure employers understand their legal responsibilities, including record-keeping and the minimum wage guarantee for pieceworkers.”

There is a free webinar for employers and employees on August 10 to learn more about Australian workplace laws. Register at fairwork.gov. au/newsroom/webinars

Employers and employees can call the Fair Work Infoline on 13 13 94.

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Toogoolawah Showgirl 2022 and West Moreton Brisbane Valley Sub Chamber Showgirl 2022 Olivia Harrison will take on the Queensland Country Life Showgirl competition next week.

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

New response plan to

THE NATIONAL Fire Ant Eradication Program will toughen compliance measures as a new response plan puts preventing humanassisted spread at the heart invasive South American pest.

The National Program’s work will be complemented by the Fire Ant Suppression Taskforce (FAST), which has been separately funded with a $37.5 million investment by the Queensland Government.

Under the National Fire Ant Eradication Program, there will be a new containment area that will form a horseshoe around infestation areas spanning from Moreton Bay in the north, west to the Lockyer Valley, east into the Gold

Coast and south to the Tweed Shire and will include community self-treatment projects in Ipswich, Logan

and the Gold Coast.

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for

Rural Communities Mark Furner said the strategy included more compliance to crack down on people who do not comply with biosecurity measures. “We will be coming down tough on compliance,” Mr Furner said.

of up to $470,000 or threeyears imprisonment.” Fire ant biosecurity zones apply to all individuals and businesses who work with organic materials sourced from within southeast infestation, being legally ant biosecurity zones and before moving them to a new location.

Cutting competitors show off at Mt Beppo

THE AUSTRALIAN Cutting Horse Group and JR Cutting & Performance Horses held their second 2023 competition at Mt Beppo on July 22.

Event organiser Juliann Baulch said the competition had almost 130 entrants travelling great distances for a great weekend of horse cutting.

“It was good to see a great mob of like-minded people all in the one spot

doing what they enjoy and love,” Mrs Baulch said.

“The winner of the seniors, Des Pinney, he had an absolutely wonderful run, but there bit [two-handed] runs all the way through and the one-handed competition was pretty solid.”

Mrs Baulch thanked the transporters and cattle donors for making the day possible.

The proposed 2023-24 ‘horseshow model’: Blue - areas under surveillance. Orange - areas under treatment. PHOTO: NFAEP

Des Pinney riding Scotty. PHOTOS: ANNIE RAPMUND

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Keith’s EA never missed a beat

BY JACOB HAYDEN

LOCKYER Valley driver

Keith Edwards enjoyed a successful weekend at Carnell Raceway in Stanthorpe on July 22-23 for round three of the Short Circuit Motorsport Association’s 2023 competition.

Keith said his EA Ford Falcon Australian Saloon ran extremely well over the weekend.

“You’ve got to be careful about blowing your own horn, but this car went so well,” he said.

“I’m a bit damaged myself, of crook knees and what have you, but the car never missed a beat and never put a foot wrong.”

Keith was joined by fellow Lockyer Valley drivers Jayden and Craig Manteufel, and Cec Morgan.

“Poor Jayden had a few

mechanical dramas, and that does happen… but all in all we put a really good show in,” Keith said.

“We’re very keen competitors and we’d love support in our area, because we’re going

down there and doing the best we can.

“We like the short circuit because it allows you to run and you can come up against some very competitive

drivers.”

Keith said round three was host to ‘a whole lot’ of new drivers from southeast Queensland and New South Wales.

“It was good to see a whole

cars,” he said.

“The racing was quite quick, and quite intense.”

Keith and the other drivers now look forward to the Historic Leyburn Sprints on

August 19 and 20, where Keith plans to compete in his new John Bowe Caterpillar 600 Replica Touring Car.

“I’ve been running Leyburn for 20 years,” Keith said.

Lockyer Valley drivers Jayden Manteufel, Keith Edwards and Craig Manteufel.

Keith Edwards’ EA Ford Falcon Australian Saloon racing at Carnell.

PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

SUDOKU GENERAL CROSSWORD 1031

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4 Name the capital of Iran (7)

8 Quito is the capital of which South American republic (7)

9 What might we call a native of Jerusalem (7)

10 What is a clear transparent mineral resembling ice (7)

11 What colloquially are discarded partly smoked cigarettes (7)

dockage for small craft (6)

14 When one entertains one does what (6)

18 What in cookery are formulas for preparing dishes (7)

21 To be of low character is to be what (7)

22 To have prodded or goaded is to have done what (7)

23 What is another term for understanding (7)

24 When one makes certain one does what (7)

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1 Name an English orchestral conductor; Sir Thomas ... (7)

2 What are distinctively marked and shaped anchored

3 What is a printing of a newspaper (7)

4 Name a man’s soft felt hat with an indented crown (6)

6 What are marijuana cigarettes often called (7)

7 Which slender pieces of metal join potions of wood

13 Which childhood disease can be the result of lack of vitamin D (7)

nence or distinction (7)

16 Which term also describes regions (7)

17 What are words spoken in undertones (6)

18 To wash lightly is to do

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MOORE WEEKLY STARS

July 31 – August 6, 2023

ARIES

Are you procrastinating about which project to pursue? A bored and unengaged Ram is a recipe for trouble. With Tuesday night’s Full Moon activating your aspirations’ zone (and your power planet, Mars, trining Jupiter) it’s time to act with plenty of energy and enthusiasm. However – with Saturn opposing Mercury – too much haste could land you in hot water. So do your best to get the balance right between thinking things through and being proactive.

TAURUS

Expect professional problems or domestic dramas, as the Full Moon and retro Venus stir up old grievances. Use your diplomatic talents back and let others make decisions, you’ll feel powerless. So, strive to be more self-sufthe ratio right between your public and private lives is challenging. But if anyone can juggle

Bull!

GEMINI

and this week your travel zones are activated by the Full Moon. You’re feeling restless but holidays and adventures could be thin on the ground, as retrograde Venus frustrates plans and slows things down. Don’t despair! Have fun closer to home and plan to explore further

4. Plenty of patience is required on Wednesday when Saturn opposes Mercury.

CANCER

Do your best to avoid being a snappy Crab on Tuesday night, when the unpredictable Full your emotional sensitivity. Clear communication is the key. If you’ve been burying your head in the sand, then a problem could come to a head and demand to be addressed. The planets encourage you to be direct about dealing with challenges, especially involving allowed!

LEO

Hey, Cats – avoid getting stuck in a comfortable but complacent and boring rut. With the to be bold, take a chance and strike while the iron is hot! Remember Venus is reversing through your sign (until September 4) so not everything will run smoothly. But don’t worry – press on and be patient. As actress (and regret the things I have done than the things that I haven’t.”

VIRGO

Have you been selling yourself short? Stop being a critical fusspot who engages in negative self-talk and sabotages success. Mars and Mercury (your ruler) are both transiting through your sign, so it’s time to be the conbe. Your motto for the week is from birthday have an everyday religion that works for me. into line.”

LIBRA

Venus (your patron planet) is in retrograde mode until September 4. If you are attached, the two of you will be under increased stress due to doubt, illness, money problems or career pressures. Don’t panic! Use the time to work on the relationship in a patient and productive way. If you are single, don’t expect much from the dating scene during this period. If you do connect with someone special, there’ll be plenty of roadblocks before the romance takes off.

SCORPIO

Slow down, cool down and calm down, Scorpio! Don’t make major mountains out of minor molehills and waste precious time worrying about annoying problems, especially at work. Things won’t run according to plan and, if there are complications, then clever communication will help you get through any temporary turbulence. The Mars/Jupiter trine

ing group projects and pursuing cosmopolitan friendships.

SAGITTARIUS

career move, professional idea, business matter, start-up or side hustle. There’s one proviso though … your heart must be in it. If you’re just going through the motions, then it will affect the quality of your work and suc-

a challenging project that you can really sink your Sagittarian teeth into. But – with Venus reversing through your travel zone – a trip (or visitor) could be delayed.

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cial matters. And Saturn (your ruling planet) opposes Mercury on Tuesday and Wednesday. Which could increase your predilection for criticism and perfectionism to the max. Calm down, Capricorn – and don’t take everything so seriously! Jupiter encourages you to sit in the sun with a drink (or two), read a book, play beautiful music, indulge in some birdwatching … just relax. You might learn to like it.

AQUARIUS

Tuesday night’s Full Moon lights up your sign. So, it’s time to tap into the essence of what makes you the quirky and avant-garde Aquarian you were born to be. Don’t let retrograde Venus, relationship rumbles, work worries or style. Be contrary! Be different! Be inspired by to be the right thing in the wrong place and the wrong thing in the right place.”

PISCES

The Full Moon’s stimulating your seclusion you’re going and where you’ve been. A health issue needs to be revisited and medical or dental appointments booked. When it comes to a much-needed local or interstate holiday, be patient and plan carefully. Tuesday and Wednesday favour education projects and community activities, as Mars and Jupiter encourage you to patch up problems and be positive about the future.

AUGUST

Tue Aug 1

Night in the Army Reserve 7pm9pm, Gatton Depot Building A3 Galletley Rd UQ Campus Lawes, meet and talk about life with local soldiers, if you are looking to experience action, adventure and new challenges outside the everyday, then the Army Reserve has an exciting opportunity for you 0477719620

Thu Aug —Sun Aug 6

Ken & Annie s Music Show bsuh ballads, country, easy listening, Laidley Showgrounds, walk up artists welcome, day visitors welcome, $5 cover charge per person per day, 11am start each day, food vans on site, camping $25 per side per day, site bookings and enquiries 0408707114.

Fri Aug 4

Meet the Artist Glen Rock Gallery in Esk Visitors Information Centre, Somerset artist Deborah Johnston-Booker, 9.30am.

Glenore Grove Dance Glenore Grove Community Hall, Commodore 7.30pm-11.30pm, $12.50 includes supper, 0423849002

Sat Aug 5

Mulgowie Farmers Market 8am11am, Mulgowie Community Hall, a real farmers market local farm fresh produce, handmade products, books, plants, live music, coffee and breakfast. markets@mulgowiehall.com.au

Rural Neighbourhood Watch Meeting Coronation Hall Somerset Dam, 3pm, 0419588138

Business Recognition Dinner hosted by the Lockyer Chamber of Commerce Industry and Tourism, shining a spotlight on local business, Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, 5.30pm lockyerchamber.com.au

Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Marburg

Show Hall, $15, Rae Blinco, 0409481681

Sat Aug 5-Sun Aug 6

Equestrian Event for ponies, all breeds welcome, fun day for children Saturday, hack day Sunday, organised by APSB Qld, programs available, entries close July 28, 0449752468

Sun Aug 6

Charity Bowls Day hosted by Lodge Argyle 164, at Laidley Bowls Club, 9am, funds raised will support Bootstraps Veterans Charity, $25pp includes green fees and BBQ lunch, teams of 4 players, single players also welcome, multi-draw raffle.

0408782776 or 0448471654

Injured Wildlife Information Session hosted by Brisbane Valley-Kilcoy Landcare, 9.30am-11.30am, Kilcoy Information Centre 41 Hope St, guest speaker Roslyn Leslie from Wildlife Volunteers Association on how to care for injured and distressed animals until help arrives, visit brisbanevalleykilcoy.net.au

Country Music at Gatton Seniors Centre, 1-4pm, Walk-Ups Welcome, Entry $5, Afternoon Tea supplied,

Lucky Door & Raffles, 0439030677

Wed August 9

Esk 50 & Over Club Lowood Visit, Esk, 2 lucky door 2 progressive raffle, $8 entry 9am. 0413443261

Sat Aug 12

Ma Ma Creek Community Markets

8am-12pm, Ma Ma Creek Hall, live music, delicious morning teas and hot food, local pure honey, "Froth and Bubbles", patchwork and embroidery, eco-print silk scarves, Bags 4U, Brandis' pickles and other goodies, artists with their paintings, bric-a-brac, organic local fresh vegies and lots of plants. Some stalls still available at $10, pls contact Eva on 0467 566 632

Sun Aug 13

Bazza s Country Music Walk Up

Show Gatton View Hotel, 11am-4pm, $5 entry, lucky door, raffles, tea & coffee, light afternoon tea, meals available at hotel, everybody welcome, enquiries 0402058098

Wed August 16

Esk 50 & Over Club lunch at Toogoolawah Hotel 0413443261

Fri Aug 18-Sat Aug 26

Charlotte s Web presented by Lockyer Regional Performing Arts Puddle Jumpers, Laidley Cultural Centre, Fri 18th 7pm, Gala Lunch Sat 19th 12pm, Sat 19th 7pm, Fri 25th 7pm, Sala

Lunch Sat 26th 12pm, Sat 26th 7pm, tickets on sale at lrpa.org.au, enq contact 0488113666 or info@lrpa.org.au

Sat Aug 19

Mayoral Gala Charity Ball Somerset Civic Centre Esk, three course meal, drinks package, entertainment, book tickets at somerset.qld.gov.au or call 54244000

Wed August 23

Esk 50 & Over Club raffles and games $2, CWA Hall, 9am. 0413443261

Fri August 25

Friday Food Truck Night Colonial Plaza carpark 139 Ipswich St Esk, 4pm-8pm, BYO tables and chairs, 3 hot food vendors and 1 hot/cold dessert vendor 0437110789

Sat Aug 26

Lowood Slimmers Bus Trip

Beerwah Cattle Farm, p/u Gatton 7.30am, Plainland 7.45am, Lowood 8am, 54261468

Community Wildlife Information Afternoon 12:30pm, Anglican Church Hall 85 Ipswich St Esk, talks and presentations from Geckoes Wildlife, Birdlife Australia, Bat Conservation and Rescue Qld, USC koala survey KHaRES project update, free entry, lucky door, hosted by Care4esK.

Sun Aug 27

Fire in the Grove Cedar Gully Olives, 10am-3pm, picnic with braziers, live music, blacksmith demonstration, whip cracking competition, draw in charcoal for dad, food and father s day gift stalls, free face painting, tickets and more info at cedargullyolives.com.au/ fire-in-the-grove

1.00 PBS

News. 2.00 Mastermind Aust. 3.00

NITV News: Nula. 3.35 The Cook Up.

4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Garma Festival

2023 Opening Ceremony. 5.30 Letters

And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News. 7.35 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. 8.30 Legends Of The

Pharaohs. 9.30 Iceland With Alexander Armstrong. 10.25 Late Programs.

6.00

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 FIFA

Women’s World Cup Highlights. 2.30 House Of

World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 10.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Motorbike Cops. 1.30 Border Security. 2.00 Football. AFL. Round 21. Adelaide v Gold Coast Suns. 5.00 News. 5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 News. 7.00 Border Security. 7.30 MOVIE: Independence Day. (1996) 10.30 MOVIE: Independence Day: Resurgence. (2016) 12.55 Reverie. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol.

R)

8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 9.30 Motorway Patrol.

R) 10.00 Beach Cops. (PG, R) 10.30 Surveillance Oz.

5.30pm American Pickers.

R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 The Simpsons. (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Step Brothers. (2008) (MA15+, R)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 As Time Goes By. (R)

8.50 Midsomer Murders. (M, R)

10.50 Madam Secretary. (M, R)

11.50 Footy Classified. (M)

5.30pm Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 3. Sydney Roosters v St George Illawarra Dragons.

7.30 RBT. (M, R)

8.30 Emergency. (M, R)

9.30 Casualty 24/7. (M)

10.30 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+, R)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 Movie: Notting Hill.

6.00pm

6.30

R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.30 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

10.15 Friends. (PG, R)

12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

1.45 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

7.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line.

R)

8.30 Movie: U.S. Marshals.

(M, R) 11.10 Movie: Absolute Power. (1997) (M, R)

2.00 Blokesworld. (PG, R)

5.30pm American Pickers.

R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 FIFA Women’s World Cup Pre-Game.

8.30 Soccer. FIFA Women’s World Cup. Round of 16.

10.30 FIFA Women’s World Cup Post-Game.

5.30pm American Pickers.

(PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Truckers.

11.45 The Disappearance Of Phoenix Coldon. (M) 12.45 Explore. (PG, R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.00 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R)

11.00 Friends. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

8.30

(PG, R)

8.30 FIFA Women’s World Cup Pre-Game.

9.00 Soccer. FIFA Women’s World Cup. Round of 16.

Death In Paradise. (M, R) 8.40 London Kills. (M) 9.50 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+, R) 10.50 Coroner. (MA15+, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.30 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (M, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.20 Two And A Half Men. (M, R)

10.10 Seinfeld. (R)

11.10 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Alone. (M)

9.40 Adam Eats The 80s. (PG, R) 10.00 Cycling. UCI Road World Championships. Team Time Trial Mixed Relay.

Lockyer Valley Regional Council

Lockyer Valley Regional Council

McDOUGALL,RobertJames "Bob"

Late of Toogoolawah

22 January 1942 – 26 July 2023

Ex PMG / Telecom / Telstra technician of 41 years.

Beloved husband of Joy (nee Hardgrave). Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Andrew McDougall, Deborah and Peter Delaforce, and Alison (dec’d) and Pearce McNeale. Devoted grandad of Lily, Ben, Mitchell, Sidney, Brooke and Madi.

Family and friends are invited to attend Robert’s Funeral Service at the Caboonbah Undenominational Church, Mount Beppo on Thursday, 3rd August 2023 commencing at 10:30am.

1x Miniature Goat Type 11 April 2023;

1x Miniature Goat Type 11 April 2023

1 x Dorper Type Sheep 23 May 2023 4pm Thursday, 10 August 2023

Stanbroke is seeking people who are looking to start a full-time career in alocation where you can live close to family and friends and be paid well for it.

About We are an Australian, family owned food producer who takes pride in deliveringthe highest quality beef for our customers. Being a vertically integrated foodcompany, we have the ability to track our product from paddock to plate. As one of Australia’s true end-to-end food processors, we have completesecurity and control of our supply chain. We offer full-time employment and theopportunity to enter a long term careers and employment security.

About Team worker, passionate about your success, desire to get the job done, seekrewarding work, looking to build a career that provides you with long-termemployment security. If you identify with any of these statements, we wantyou to apply with us.

If you are interested in applying for a role at Stanbroke Grantham, please submityour resumes to hr@stanbroke.com

STANBROKE PTY LTD PO BOX 81, GATTON QLD, 4343 T: 07 4697 6188 STANBROKE.COM

0452 330 035

Ph: 5462 2551

TOOLS & IMPLEMENTS

Phone 0428 427 815

Ph: 0438 757 489

Adventist Community Kitchen 1st 2nd 3rd and 5th Monday of the month, 5.15pm-6.45pm, free meals all welcome, 49

North St Gatton 0419658914

Al-Anon 6pm Mon Lutheran

Hall Spencer St Gatton

0488216123

Alcoholics Anonymous 7pm

Wed Peace Lutheran Hall Gatton 0419725801, 10.30am Thu 0419725801, 7pm Sun

0413105825 Zion Lutheran

Hall Minden

Art & Culture Project free fortnightly art/craft, Lockyer

Community Centre 54623355

Bingo shop 5 Laidley Mall, Thu

9.30am-12pm & Fri 7pm-10pm, run by Lockyer Valley Community Disability Association enq

0412108945

Bingo Brisbane Valley Darts

Clubhouse Lowood, Mon 7pm, Thu 10.30am, $28, 0423833954

Brisbane Valley Ukefreaks

6pm-8.30pm Wed Brisbane

Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood 0412470875 FB

@ukefreaks

CAMS Multicultural Program support for multicultural community members, Lockyer Community Centre

0455251581

Cars, Bikes, and Coffee

Monthly Meet last Sun/mth, Tilly’s Auto Café, red shop, main St Moore 0437532556

Chug-along Social Group

2nd & 4th Wed/mth Gatton

Uniting Church 54626763

Cards/Board Games (Adults)

Coominya Public Hall Fri 9am12pm $5 0412685125

Community Auslan classes

Sat 9am-12pm, learning through everyday activities, address available on request, text only 0404885138

Community Playgroups

Grantham S.S. Wed 9am 5468

3777; Ma Ma Creek S.S. Thu 9am 5462 7271; Gatton S.S. Thu 9:15am 5466 3333;

Glenore Grove S.S. Fri 9am 5466 6111; Grandchester S.S.

Mon 8:30am 5466 9222;

Kentville S.S. Thu 9am 5411

5111; Laidley Uniting Church

Mon 9:30am 5403 2198;

Laidley Community Ctre for

Babies Mon 10am 5465 1889; Laidley Community Ctr Wed

9:30am 5465 1889; Laidley

District S.S. Thurs 9am 5466

8222; Laidley Uniting Church

Thu 9:30am 5403 2198;

Laidley St Mary’s Fri 8:30am 5465 1420; Lockrose S.S. Wed

8:30am 5465 8249; Mt

Whitestone S.S. Fri 9:30am

5462 6717; Tenthill S.S. Mon

9am 5468 8088.

Community Tech Program

free 45min tech sessions, Wed, Thu, Lockyer Community Centre Gatton 54623355

Coominya Public Hall General Meeting 1st Mon/mth

6.30pm 0488169162

Country Music Balladeer & Folk Music Walk Up 4th Sun/ mth Laidley Pioneer Village, 11am-4pm. 0428502262

CWA Craft & Friendship Day

3rd Thu/mth 9am-12pm Glamorgan Vale hall 0459320538

Darts Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, Tue & Thu 7pm, 0423833954

Devotional Meeting, all Faiths, hosted by Baha’i community, 1st/3rd Wed/mth 7pm. 0429861086

Digital Tech Hub Wed & Thu Lockyer Community Centre

54623355

Emergency Relief Program support for those experiencing financial challenges, food and fuels vouchers (eligibility criteria applies) Mon, Wed, Fri, Lockyer Community Centre, 54623355

Esk 50 & Over Club Wed 9am CWA Hall 0413443261

Esk Bowls & Community Club Bingo Bowls Club Thu 11am 0412824267

Esk Community Choir Tues 6:30-8:30pm Somerset Civic Centre 0477540507

Esk CWA Intergenerational Playgroup for ages 0-100, fortnightly Thu 9am-11am, CWA Hall Heap St 0449842965

Esk Glen Rock Stitchers Thu 9am, Anglican Church Hall, Esk 0417798460

Esk Men’s Shed 12 Heap St, Tue & Thu 9am-12pm 0426984061

Euchre Wed 7.30pm, Lowood

Showgrounds 0411334382

Fernvale Art Group Thu

9.30am-12.30pm, Fernvale Community Hall, 0407072926

Free Craft 2nd Thu/mth 12pm

Lockyer Community Centre

54623355

Gatton & District Historical Society 6.30pm 3rd Mon/mth

Caffey Hall Gatton Historical Village 0420967022

Gatton Senior Citizens 13 North St. Mon & Thu Euchre

9am, 1st Tue/mth HOY, 2nd & 4th Tue/mth Craft Days, 3rd Tue/mth social days 9.30am. Morning tea & raffles, lunch supplied 0439030677

Gatton Table Tennis 9.30am12pm Tue, Woodlands Rd 0427912051

Gatton Quilters 9.30am 3rd Sat/mth, Gatton State School Hall 0438727355

Gatton Village Markets 1st Sun/mth, Lake Apex, 0492831969

Glamorgan Vale CWA -9am

1st Thu/mth Glamorgan Vale Community Hall 0413046168

Glamorgan Vale Tennis Club Inc 10am-2pm 2nd Sun/mth

697 Glamorgan Vale Rd see Facebook.

Glenore Grove QCWA Meeting 2nd Mon/mth 1pm 0419642913

Glenore Grove QCWA Craft

1st 3rd & 4th Mon/mth 1pm QWCA Hall 0459320538

Glenore Grove CWA Street Stall last Thu/mth 8.30am12pm IGA mall Gatton 0459320538

Grantham/Gatton Indoor

Bowls Club Fri 1.30pm Senior Citz Hall North St Gatton 0754627708

Horse Archery Qld Lockyer Valley 3rd Sat/mth, 8.30am12pm, Laidley Showgrounds. 0422982035

Laidley Friday Markets Fridays 7am-2pm, Laidley Village Mall, run by Lockyer Valley Community Disability Association. 0423760066

Laidley Garden Club 9.30am

2nd Mon/mth Laidley Cultural Centre function room 0413136861

Laidley Indoor Bowls Club

Mon 2pm-5pm Laidley Cultural

Centre 0408631292

Laidley Uniting Church Playgroup Thu 9.30am-11am, Laidley Uniting Church hall 0427536513

Laidley Weight Support Group Inc. 9am Wed Laidley RSL 0403501170

Line Dancing Classes Toogoolawah RSL Tuesdays 12.30 -2.30pm 0422889530

Lockie's Toy Club toy library program Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

Lockyer International Women Group Tue 9.30am11.30am, Gatton Seventh Day Adventist Church North Sfind us on Facebook.

Lockyer Ladies Support & Seniors Group 2nd & 4th Tue/ mth, 9.30am-12pm, Grantham Butter Factory, 0438765212 or 0409676526

Lockyer Valley Art Society Inc. 24 Bertrand Ave Kensington Grove, Mon 9am-11.30am pottery, Wed 9am-11.30am social, Thu 9am-11.30am

painting mediums, 1st Sat/mth 9.30am-12 facilitated workshops (bookings essential, fees apply) 0490825846

Lockyer Valley Cancer Support Group 1st Thu/mth

Davson Room, Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, Gatton 0419646902 or 54621766

Lockyer Valley Celtic

Pipeband Wed 6pm-8pm

Grantham Butter Factory 1st Sat/mth Lake Apex 0447003423

Lockyer Valley Community Activity Shed Saleyard Rd

Gatton, Tue & Thu 8am-12pm.

Lockyer Valley Dog Training Club 6.30pm Mon Laidley

Showgrounds Facebook or 0428048823

Lockyer Valley Karate Tue & Thu 6pm-7.30pm, Fernvale, all ages 5+, all fitness levels. 0458641202

Lockyer Valley Orchid Society 1st Tue/mth Gatton Showgrounds room under grandstands 0409475504

Lockyer Valley Tai Chi for Health Wed 10am Lowood

Show Hall, Thu 9.30am & 10am Peace Lutheran Hall Gatton 0448050447

Lockyer Valley Toastmaster Club 7pm 2nd & 4th Thu/mth, Gatton Senior Citizens Centre 54627576

Lockyer Valley Writers Group 1-3pm 2nd Tue/mth

Gatton Library, 4th Tue/mth

Laidley Library, lockyervalleywriters@gmail.com

Lockyer Woodcrafters Group

Mon-Thu & Sat, 24 Railway St Forest Hill 0457219408 or lwcg4342@gmail.com

Lowood Community Action Group 2nd Tue/mth 7pm at Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse 0407279412

Lowood Craft Group 9.30am

Fri Lowood RSL Sub Branch 0409343446

Lowood CWA 2nd Tue/mth

CWA Hall 54261514

Lowood District Residents Network Inc. 3rd Tue/mth, 7pm, Brisbane Valley Darts Clubhouse, 0488234553

Lowood Lions Club 7pm 2nd & 4th Mon/mth Lowood Railway Station

lowood@lionsq3.org.au

Lowood Senior Citizens meet in CWA Hall Lowood every second Thursday, all seniors welcome, please call for next date 0447489875

Lowood Show Society

7.30pm 1st Mon/mth, Lowood Showgrounds 0407674864 or 0403464338

Lowood Slimmers Tue 5.30pm Lowood Show Hall 54261468

Movement to Music Mon 10am-12pm 43 Park St Lowood 0756000733

Mulgowie Farmers Market

7am-11am 1st Sat/mth Hall grounds 0417799679

Mt Beppo Art Group Wed 9am-1pm, Community Hall 916

Mt Bepp Rd, 0437197381

Open Mic Sun 1.30pm3.30pm, Fernvale Lions Club Hall $2 entry 0490366148

Painting Classes 10am Fri Summerholm 0450656356

Parkinson Support Group 1st Fri/mth, 9.30am, Brisbane

Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, 0400926709

Poker Fri 7pm, $25, Brisbane

Valley Darts Clubhouse Lowood, 0423833954

Rosewood Euchre Group Mon 9am m'tea, play at 9.30am, CWA Hall Rosewood rosewoodqcwa@outlook.com

Rosewood Men’s Shed Fri 9am-12pm 361 MarburgRosewood Rd Tallegalla 0417079426

Rosewood Monthly Market

3rd Sat/mth Anglican Church grounds John St, sites from $15. 0439095645

Rosewood Seniors Group 1st Tue/mth 9.20am-11am at Girl Guide Hut, Matthew St. 54641544

Rural Neighbourhood Watch bi-monthly at Coronation Hall, Somerset Dam, 3pm. 0419588138

Something to Sing About Choir Fri 9am-11am Laidley Anglican Church 0417799679

Tai Chi Internal Arts Esk Somerset Civic Centre Mon 5pm, Thu 9am 0432288435

Tai Chi Internal Arts Gatton Seniors Hall 13 North St Mon & Wed 1pm-3pm 0432288435

Tranquillity Zone, guided meditation, every Tues 7pm, Laidley Heights. 0429861086

Veterans Support Centre Tue 10am-12pm, Lockyer/Bris Valley, cnr Rosewood Laidley Rd and Frome St (Next to saleyards), Laidley, 54652591 secretary@laidleyvsc.com.au

Walloon QCWA Cent Sale

2nd Tue/mth 9.30am Walloon QCWA Hall 54645243

Withcott & District Creative Corner 2nd Wed/mth 6pm Postmans Ridge Hall, withcottprogress@gmail.com

Withcott & District Progress Assoc. 3rd Tue/mth, Postmans Ridge Hall withcottprogress@gmail.com

Yoga Classes Laidley Catholic Church Hall, mat classes Mon 6pm, Tue 9am, Fri 7.30am, chair yoga Wed 1pm. Book 0439730986

Zumba Mon 6.30pm school term, Postmans Ridge Hall withcottprogress@gmail.com

BOWLS

LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB

Wednesday Social. A.Farley, M.Whereat, C.McGuire. 11.

E.Roffe, E.Muller, P.Morgan.

11. B.Yates, R.Pagett, S.Reck.

13. K.Collier, M.Zabel, B.Silk. 7.

A.Roffe, P.Grantham, R.Knight

12. J.Mace, J.Budd. M.Anderson.

9. Our ladies team of Christine, Marje, Shirley, Joyce were playing the fours championship, were beaten by the winners by 4 shots. They got equal third. Congratulations girls. Our men are doing well win with 24 shots. well done.

LAIDLEY INDOOR BOWLS CLUB

Game!: K.Morrison & K.Collier 15, R.Zabel & J.Mace 8

M.Purcell, G.Aitcheson & V.Zischke 8 P.Kubler, K.Granzien & D.Sempf 5

Game 2: K.Collier & B.Zabel 13

J.Mace & K.Morrison 6 G.Aitcheson, V,Zischke 10 P.Kubler & K.Granzien 10

Game 3: K.Morrison, R.Zabel & J.Mace 11 M.Purcell & D.Sempf

9 G.Aitcheson, V.Zischke, K.Morrison & J.Mace 16 K.Granzien, P.Kubler, M.Purcell & R.Zabel 7

LOCKYER DISTRICT INDOOR

BOWLS ASSOCIATION

Ladies & Gents Pairs: Open

Winners: K.Degen & J.Mace 10.

Runners Up: C.Kammholz & L.Kleidon 9

Consolation Winners: C.Freeman & W.Hyde 10 Runners Up: V.Zischke & B.Slater 9

TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB

On Sunday 30th July in magnificent conditions at home, 12 players enjoyed triples games with all teams vying for the Closest winning margin, with the draw for winners done before half time. Winners on the day were Phil Gregory, Neville Finlay and Len Smyth, Dot McVeigh and John

Whether you are a resident or visitor to Toogoolawah, an experienced bowler or not, you are welcome to join us for a game. Novice players are also given coaching to ensure that they enjoy their game. Come along and get some exercise, meet new people, enjoy a bit of fun and a social afternoon. We have bowls of all sizes for you to use.

For the Calendar.

1. Our next Club Meeting will be our AGM and will be held on Sunday 13th August 2023. All members are invited to attend at 9.00am and to help in the running of the club by participating in discussions. All positions on the Committee will be open to Club Members who are willing to be forms are available at the club, It is requested that all members pay their Annual Dues by that date and participate in the election process. Please don’t leave all the work that goes into the running of our club to the same old willing few. Get involved. We need you.

2. Our next Pub Day will be held on Tuesday 8th August so please contact Gerrit if you have a team wanting to play.

3. On the 22nd August we will be hosting our Annual Police Charity Day, so if you are wanting to play please contact Gerrit with your team details. Morning tea will be available at 10.30am with Games commencing at 11.00am. 4 play-

ers per team with 2 bowls each.

4. Players are also required for away games to ensure that we balance Home and Away attendance . Our presence at other clubs ensures their presence at ours. Please contact Gerrit on 5424 2569 if you would like to be included in the roster for 2023. See you on the Green.

BRIDGE

LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB

Wednesday 26th July, 2023.

A small number of Members were available for play, however the bidding was quite spirited.

tween Pat Ziebarth, Richard Drouin & Gerry & Joy Orrin 52.08%.

Congratulations to these pairs. Closely following were J Kuhle & L Gunthorpe 51.67%, and M Porter & W Pickles 50%, H Geitz & E Bishop 43.33%.

We are always on the lookout for New Members to expand our Club and ready to welcome Players. If you are a visitor to the Lockyer Valley & are looking for a game of Bridge or just like to observe some games, phone Peter Hooper 0408 782 776, we would love to see you, Wednesday evenings arrival 6.45pm.

Lessons for Beginners held on Tuesday morning, arrival 8.45am is also at the same venue, The Catholic Community Hall, Maitland Street, Gatton. Pat Ziebarth is the organizer for Tuesday’s play phone 0490 539 734.

DARTS

BRISBANE VALLEY DARTS

CLUB

Thursday Night Fixtures – July 27

Welcome To Season 2

Save Me def Nothing Matters 6-1

Save Me – HF: 36 Danyon eck,

MF: 6 Anna Shaw, HS: 134 Danyon Leck, MT: 2 Danyon Leck

Nothing Matters – HF: 20 Errol

Robinson, MF: 3 Errol Robinson,

HS: 111 Kayden Schafer, MT: 1

Kayden Schafer & Errol Robinson

Still Don’t Care def AWOL 4-3

Still Don’t Care – HF: 32 Scott

Kilpatrick, MF: 4 Karen O’Halloran, HS: 132 Jodi Kilpatrick, MT: 4

Scott Kilpatrick

AWOL – HF: 44 Janette Hinds, MF:

3 Janette Hinds & Allan Moore,

HS: 126 Daniel Hochkircher, MT: 3 Allan Moore

Juggernauts def Alleycats 4-3

Juggernauts – HF: 60 Ricky Leck,

MF: 4 Ricky Leck, HS: 140 Tami Leck & Ricky Leck, MT: 5 Ricky

Leck

Alleycats - HF: 38 Raymond Smith,

MF: 4 Mark Reeks, HS: 140 Mark Reeks, MT: 7 Mark Reeks

Fudge Darters def Fast Car 4-3

Fudge Darters – HF: 76 Denise

Davis, MF: 4 Steve French, HS: 140 Steve French, MT: 4 Steve

French

Fast Car – HF: 114 Shaimar

Franks, MF: 3 Angela Buchanan & Shaimar Franks, HS: 160 Angela Buchanan, MT: 4 Shaimar Franks

Wolf Pakk had the Bye Brisbane Valley Darts is located at 109 Main Street, Lowood. Matches played Tuesday & Thursday nights – 6:30roll call with a 7pm start. Players welcomed from 8 years old (all juniors supervised by Blue Card holders). SQDC and with other associations from all over Qld. Please contact Tami Leck – 0423833954 – for more information or hall hire.

$25 registration and $8 (Tuesday)

At Toogoolawah Golf Course on Saturday July 29 the club hosted the Queensland Athletics Cross Country Championships. Pictured is local athlete Tamara Carvolth with her gold medal for the 10km Female Open Championship for 2023, with the silver and bronze winners.

$7 (Thursday) weekly match fees. Come along, make some mates and play in a sport that anyone can play. There is always support for new and exploring players.

DARTS – Diversity, Acceptance, Respect, Through Sport.

GOLF

ESK GOLF CLUB

Saturday 29/7/23 - Wyatt Memorial Day

Monthly Medal

Single Stroke

Winner - D Lockwood 62nett

R/UP - B Thorogood 67, P Cook

68, C Neilsen 68, S Adams 69(L), C Pettet 70, I Timms 70, G Proctor 71, B Moore 71, D Misso 73, B Tumney 73, J Kerr 75, L Robson

75, S Lerm 75, D Bitossi 76, C Wyatt 76, D Richards 76, J Lee 78(L), T Adams 78, S Wilson 80, H Knubel 80, B Farnham 80, I Knopke 81, P Hedges 82

Ladies Winner - Sandra Adams

R/UP - Julie Lee

NTP

Handicap 0-17 - 1/10 3rd B

Farnham

H/C 17+ - 5/14 3rd no winner

Ladies - 6/15 3rd J Lee

ALL IN

Sponsor Esk IGA - 4/13 I Timms, 7/16 2nd S Wilson

Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats8/17 2nd D Lockwood

Good turnout for the Wyatt Memorial Day. Lockie taking a cracking win 5 shots ahead of R/UP Bruce , which also brings him the Monthly name in lights winning the Ladies prize. Many thanks to Cameron Wyatt for sponsoring today’s game in memory of his late Father who was a long time member of the Esk Country Golf Club.

Sunday 30/7/23 - 9 Hole Chooky

Winner - G Lockett 33nett(L)

R/UP - V Scott 33, C Pettet 34, G Steele 34, B Glanville 35, G Ray 36, I Macintyre 36, G Punch 37, J Humphrey 38, M Beetz 38, P Cook 44, S Wilson 45

Putting Competition - Greg Steele

14putts

NTP - No 4 no winner, No 8 2nd

S Wilson

Beautiful morning for our weekly Chooky Challenge. Glenda showing up the men by taking the win, after a count back with R/ UP Victor.

LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB

Wednesday

The Ladies played a single stableford for a Club Trophy

35 pts

NTP:

No 2: S Hibberd 110 cm

No 9: K Niemeyer 400 cm

No 11: J Comp 19 cm

No 15: F Fielding in Hole (2nd shot)

RESULTS 26.7.23:

Ladies Single Stableford:

Winner: M Gibson 39 pts

R/Up: M Boonstoppel 34 pts

NTP:

No 2: S Morgan 135 cm

No 9: D Stanley 92 cm

No 11: M Richardson 78 cm

No 15: M Boonstoppel 202 cm

RESULTS 29.7.23:

Single Stableford:

Winner: Div 1: M Sharpe 39 pts, Div 2: S Nicholls 40 pts, Div 3: J

Evalu 40 pts, Ladies: K Hurley

38 pts

R/Up: Div 1: N McMillan 38 pts, Div 2: K Parker 39 pts OCB, Div 3: M Clem 38 pts, Ladies: M Morton

36 pts

Run Down: Men to 35, Ladies to 35

Winner : Judy Logan 35 points

Runner Up: Rae Matthews 34 Match play results

Flo Lee and Michelle Taylor defeated Enid Llewellyn and Teena

Pyers 2/1

Jenny Paroz and Petal Davis defeated Marie Voorma and Christine Scheiwe 1 up Thursday Open was a single Stableford

Winner : Andrew Parker 41 points

Runner Up : Clarie Weier 38 Saturday was a single stableford for Ken Godwin’s Trophies for the men and ladies

Ladies Winner : Flo Lee 37 points

Runner Up : Julie Murray 36

Men’s Winner : Jonathon Haddrell

37 points

The Final of the men’s match resulted in Chris Bichel and Daniel Hauser defeated Andrew Parker and Chris Fletcher 5/4

LOWOOD GOLF CLUB

Results for Tuesday 25 July 2023

Single Stableford

Winner: P Cattanach 37 ocb B Victor 37 ocb

BRD: N Sippel 37 S Ball 35 D Sippel 34 W James 33 C Petrohilos

33 S Luxford 32

NTPs: 2: B Victor 5: C Petrohilos

11: R Young 14: P Cattanach 14

Ladies 2nd shot: S Luxford 1/10

2nd shot Div 1: W James Div 2: J Morris

Results for Wednesday 26 July

2023 Single Stableford

Winner: L Sheraton 40 R/Up: P Dwyer 33 BRD: V Wright 32

Results for Thursday 27 July 2023

Single Stableford

Men: Winner: K Parker 38 R/Up: P Molloy 37 ocb

Ladies: Sue Kopelke 39 R/Up: R Flashman 34 ocb

BRD: R Irwin J Ormaechea G

Milady Shane Kopelke 37 S Ball P

Cattanach 36 G Winter B Victor 35

P Mahoney V Bales R Ala-outinen

S Nicholls 34 ocb

NTP: 2: Shane Kopelke 5: A Kingdon 11: P Cattanach 14: G Winter

14 Ladies 2nd shot: Peta Dwyer

3/12 2nd shot Div 1: R Englund

Div 2: P Molloy

Secret Partners: 2 Person Mul-

tiplier: S Ball & Shane Kopelke

74 J Ormaechea & B Green 70 G

Milady & B Scott 68

ROSEWOOD GOLF CLUB

RESULTS 20.7.23:

Single Stableford:

Winner: J Comp 37 pts

R/Up: F Fielding 36 pts

Run Down: K Leisemann OCB

not have done it without your help so Thank you.

To Richie for all the work he done in setting up the parking area, making sure all was running smoothly on the day.

Terry Massingham a big thanks for your tireless work in keeping the bathroom area clean, tidy and running ok.

Coming Events

Saturday 5th August Esk 1000 shotgun start 10.00am. Overall Winner, Men’s ABC Grade and Ladies Winner and Runner up.

Sunday 6th August MDGA Pennants at Toogoolawah.

Wednesday 9th August Ladies AM Golf 18 holes 8am hit of 9 hole’s 9am.

PM Chook Run Hit off 3.00pm.

RIFLE

GATTON GLENORE GROVE

RIFLE CLUB

NTP: No 2: M Sharpe, Ladies: L

Johnston

No 9: (0-18) W Johnston, (19+) J

Evalu, Ladies: R Toohey 23 cm

No 11: R Boughen No 15: B Donald 304 cm, Ladies: L Johnston

Approach (No 10): T Woodford

12 cm, Ladies: E Nelson in hole

4th shot

4 Ball Handicap Matchplay Final: R Brooks & R Winrow def L Woodford & G Woodford 2 up

TOOGOOLAWAH GOLF CLUB

Wednesday 26th July Ladies AM

Golf.

Overall winner Judi Marshall 19 points. 18 hole winner Pat Dennis 18 points.

9 hole winner Marion Deane

16 points. Enid’s NTP no 4 Pat Dennis.

PM Chook Run winner Bob Marshall 24 points on a count back from Alan White 24 points.

NTP no 3 Trevor Friedrich, no 9 Michael O’Connor.

Saturday 29th July Toogoolawah

Members Travelled to Blackbutt Shield.

Crows Nest won the BTC Shield. Trevor Friedrich won The Toogoolawah Golf Club’s Best Men’s trophy.

Meanwhile at Toogoolawah The Toogoolawah Golf Club hosted the 2023 Queensland Athletics Cross Country Championships.

Approximately 600 competitors ran the Toogoolawah Course

Starting at 9am and the last race at 4.15pm.

open event for male and female runners.

Local athlete Tamara Carvolth took out this championship with an awesome run.

Male winner was from Gladstone I’m sorry I have not got his name. It was also a great run.

A big thank you to The Picnic Society and RB’S on Wheels for looking after the crowd of spectators.

Also to The Team of ladies from the Golf Club for their beautiful baked cakes and slices.

I would like to express my deepest appreciation to the ladies that helped provide the Breakfast, Lunch, morning and afternoon tea for the

Another superb warm sunny Saturday afternoon for the long 900yd target, a mild Easterly breeze turning to the North, intensifying on the odd occasion. A wicked mirage did a good job in confusing shooters when reading the wind.

Iron Sights out of 105.21.

R. Perry 94.8, G. King 93.4 and C. Greenwood 92.6 All F class out of 126.21

F. Open.

C. Reddan 118.6 and A. Steele 103.1 FSTD.

R. Cowburn 112.4, R. Bowman 111.5 , T. Schulz 111.4, C. Chandler 108.1 and J. Findlay 105.2. Next week 300yds.

RUGBY LEAGUE

GATTON HAWKS

Gatton Hawks improved their crucial, for and against points the top two of the Toowoomba A Grade competition. They defeated Oakey 66-4 in a dominant display at Cahill Park sporting complex last night.

Captain Haydan Lipp had the ball on a string. He set up four pointers all night and grabbed one himself in a polished performance. His backline relished the service from Lipp with Tyrell Woodley scoring a hattrick as did Nick Short and winger Bailey Williams scoring a double in the 12 try romp. Oakey toiled away but they were up against a pretty good side and at home. Captain AJ Chong grabbed a four pointer for his side in the second half.

Gatton now travel to Clifton next week in a crucial clash against the Warriors then they face Brothers and Dalby. Whilst Oakey have Goondiwindi, Valleys and HighThe womens match was the highlight of the day. They continued their rivalry with the Bears just short again of a win over Gatton. It was a tremendous match. Oakey got the better of Gatton in the Emily Young and Ricky-Lee Boney started the resurgence with Boney putting Courtney Robinson over in the 38th minute. (6-6). Karly Mitchell scored out wide for the Hawks in the 45th minute to grab match (10-6).

Kylie and Clarrisa Janes were very good for the Bears as was Mireka and Erikana Dean. Erikana Dean

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PHOTO: TOOGOOLAWAH GOLF CLUB

Local student reaches international futsal stage

BY JESSE HAMILTON

LOCKYER District High School year 12 student

Amelia Morris has achieved representation at the highest level playing in the Under 19 Australian National Women’s team in the U.S. Futsal National Championship in Las Vegas on July 14-16.

Having previously represented Queensland in a school competition, Morris said stepping up to the international stage was an incredible learning experience.

“Playing with people I’ve never played with before is always a very good experience,” she said.

“I’d never been to a country so far away, and it

was awesome to expand my cultural awareness.”

Competing against teams from Canada and America, the Under 19 Australian National Women’s side achieved a bronze medal

Morris said one of the biggest takeaways from the tournament was being gracious no matter the outcome of games.

“Losing with grace [is important], I think a lot of people went over there with really high expectations being the Australian national team,” she said.

“Some girls on the team were a little disappointed with the result, but it felt good to get to know them and be able to keep everyone’s heads up.”

Lockyer Basketball in search of coaches

THE Lockyer Valley Basketball Association needs coaches this season as the club cements teams into the Ipswich Basketball competition for the

Lockyer Valley Basketball Association president Angelique Rhodes said coaches and a head

16s and one 18s team,”

“I’m also looking for an coaching criteria for the Rhodes said the Lockyer region is a significant growth corridor for sport, with it being inte-

If you are interested in coaching call 0433 767

Self, Tye Gray, Haydan Lipp, Jake Self tries Haydan Lipp 9 goals) defeated Oakey 4 (AJ Chong try) Webcke Price Medal Points: 3 Hay-

(Gatton) 1 Tyrell Woodley (Gatton)

Oakey 16

SPORTS RESULTS FROM PAGE 41 got the lead back for Oakey when (12-10) with nine minutes remainremaining broke the Oakey line 30 metres out then good hands out the back line for Nat Webb to score outwide for Gatton to regain the

These two sides will certainly contests during 2023, we are in for one hell of a time come Septemsomething to say in the same pe-

Gatton 66 (Tyrell Woodley 3, Nick Short 3, Bailey Williams 2, Luke

Flanagan 1 -

from Oakey LAIDLEY LIONS

Saturday July 29

Tries: Amber Collins (3), Mia Kennedy (2), Rachael Dionysius, Sage Collins (2) Maddisen Barford (2),

Brothers on Friday July 28

Tries: Koebie Brooks, (unnamed

Penalty Goals: Koebie Brooks Laidley Volunteers Cup 28-10

July 29

Tries: Dalton Parsons, Clayton Melling (2), Lauchlan Wilson, Ezekiel Lepa

Wilson SOCCER GATTON REDBACKS FC

DAM LEVELS

Club day – Saturday July 29

Wanderers 3

Wanderers 1burn 2

McDonald’s FQPD 3 men Redbacks 0 Willowburn 1 ROSEWOOD UNITED SOCCER CLUB Saturday 29 July 2023:

GATTON SQUASH CLUB

Match of the Round this week went to Jacob Sudhaus and Chris locked in leading two games to with some gritty play clawed back -

Congratulations to all those who Montezuma defeated Ramses II (0-22)

O’Dea (2-46)

Terry O’Dea (0-23)

Annette Kilah (2-46) lost to Scotty Coggins (3-47)

Mason Kleidon (1-43) lost to

Wegner (1-36)

ham Malone (1-38)

-

John White (3-49) def Nick Theodosis (2-47)

SWIMMING

GATTON SWIMMING CLUB

Gatton Swimming Club competed in DDRSA Regional Short Course Championships held at ToowoomThe team of 12 swimmers represented Gatton Swimming team performed well with the 12

SWQ THUNDER FC

Courtney Haak (1-42) lost to

Cook (0-0)

Jacob Sudhaus (2-46) lost to Chris Cottone (3-48)

Lane (10-12yr old males) who all would like to Congratulations all swimmers for their outstanding TOUCH FOOTBALL LAIDLEY TOUCH ASSOCIATION

MIXED

Layabouts 6 def Dirty Ruckers 4 Smash & Pass 6 drew with Gammin Mx 6

23’s - 3-1 Loss (Southside Eagles

Seniors - 4-0 Win (Southside

Hayden Kleidon (3-46) def Nat Kajewski (2-39) -

tice (0-0)

Augustus defeated Genghis Khan -

Bits ‘n’ Pieces 9 def Golden Oldies 6

Dingoes 10

Sitting Ducks 7 def Summerholm Sweathogs 4

23’s - Forfeit (by Broadbeach

Seniors - 4-1 Win (Broadbeach SQUASH

Thomas (0-0)

Tom Hayes (1-40) lost to Sam

LOFT 14 def Sambuca’s 1

Penetrators 12 def Laidley High 1

Gammin Men Bye - Waterboys

Lockyer District High School year 12 student Amelia Morris’ futsal team picked up a bronze medal in the U.S. Futsal National Championship.

PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

one head coach.

PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

Veterans recap Hawks 10 year reunion marked by home wins

SATURDAY July 29 was a very special day for the Gatton Hawks Rugby League Club.

Current and returning players attended Cahill Park Sports Complex for their 10 year anniversary reunion of winning the Toowoomba Rugby League A grade competition in 2013, where players received commemorative rings.

The 2023 A Grade team are close to achieving this again, with 26 points on the ladder, just two behind Toowoomba Valleys.

The Hawks also held the 2023 Ladies Evening on Saturday alongside home games at Cahill Park with three wins for Gatton teams and a forfeit for the Under 19s.

RESULTS: Page 41.

FAR LEFT: Gatton Hawks 2013 reserve grade players Aaron Robbie, Bruce Milson and Jagan Swan with their 10 year commemorative rings.

LEFT: Annika, Courtney, Lauren, Isabelle, Anwen and Meghan at the 2023 Gatton Hawks Ladies Evening.

PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

BOTH Lockyer Veterans Cricket sides played on July 22; the over 60s at Ropehill v Sunshine Coast Maroon and over 50s at McPherson Pk v Brisbane Red.

At Ropehill, the visitors elected to bat with by Barry Anderson on 47 n/o.

A total of 9/250 was quite defendable.

Gary Hughes and Peter Neale took two wickets each.

Lockyer’s run chase got off to a run a ball 64 run opening partnership between Ashley Teske (35) and Peter Webb (26), but then fell away to be eight for 122, before skipper Peter Neale (33n/o off 38) put on 48 with Stephan Horne for the ninth wicket.

Brisbane fell to seven for 102, with Glen

The home side recovered with the last four batsmen adding 88 runs to leave them at nine for 190.

Four other bowlers took one wicket each. Darryl McNamara (64n/o) and Jason Kleidon (62 n/o) were dominant with the bat, but only one other batsman reached

Hawks A grade took on Oakey, winning 66-4 on Saturday night.

PHOTO: ANN BICHEL

TEAMS UNITE FOR CLUB DAY

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE GATTON Redbacks

Football Club held their annual club day on Saturday July 29, with every team playing together at Gatton Dixon Oval.

Redbacks president and Senior Men player Adam Halstead said it was a ‘cracker day’ and the weather turned it on for the club.

“We’ve had a great day, had lots of the community come out and lots of families,” Halstead said.

“It’s been a good vibe with the juniors coming up to watch the seniors and all the seniors were here watching the juniors.”

The Under 23s - currently third in the ladder - facedburn FC, winning 3-2 with goals from Reece Willmett,

Reinke and Daniel Messer. The Senior Men - current-burn at the top of the ladder, losing 0-1.

Halstead thanked Nicole Halstead for organising the day.

Results on page 42

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Young Redbacks enjoyed watching the senior games.

PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

Under 23 player Wilfred Foanaota.