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Taking art to the outdoors

GATTON painter Elizabeth Browne and Awassi Cheesery have collaborated for a unique arts experience.

Visitors to the Grantham farm strolled through the avocado orchard and enjoyed an outdoor exhibition of Mrs paintings, as well as the farm’s ice cream and cheese platters.

‘Art Gallery in the

on September 17 and welcomed busloads of visitors on their way to the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.

Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald opened the exhibition and said it was an ‘innovative, free range, organic gallery’. the organic, free range, Elizabeth Browne,” he said.

October 1.

October Artist of the Month

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Gardeners supporting LifeFlight

THE LAIDLEY Garden Club Inc donated $5,000 to LifeFlight through the Gardening Fair held on the 8-9th September at the Laidley Cultural centre.

Thousands of visitors attended this amazing event with all things gardening.

The guest speaker area sure pulled the visitors in as Paul West was the highlight on Friday.

A gold coin donation on entry as well as money raised from the Garden club plant stall enabled us to bring the amount up to $5,000 for our chosen charity LifeFlight for 2023.

Laidley Garden Club

HAVE YOUR SAY

THANK you to artist Ellen Adriaansen for her collection of beautiful feline artwork on display as Artist of the Month (AOM) for September at the Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery.

Nijole Pengelley is KASI’s AOM for October 2023. Nijole says art is her passion and genuinely attempts to live life by going with the creative activities, personal development workshops, connecting with others and attempting to do everything with a loving

heart. It is her belief that an element of truth exists in all creative endeavours because of the undeniable connection between Self and Soul.

Nijole’s artwork is often a visual journey and diary of her own creative explorations and discoveries about herself. She has lead classes in meditation and self - exploration, taught many art classes and creative workshops (including needlecraft and graphics) and has gained a diploma in Transpersonal Art Therapy. Nijole has a fabulous grasp of creative

Glamorgan Vale QCWA president Gail with craft teacher Jane at a craft morning hosted by Somerset Regional Council.

QCWA craft morning SOMERSET Regional Council hosted a craft morning with members of the QCWA Glamorgan Vale.

Pictured with President Gail is our teacher, Jane. Jane showed us

from scraps of material. The group of ladies who came had a laugh and a lovely morning with Jane. Thank you Somerset Council.

Colleen Phipps

Glamorgan Vale QCWA

expression and has put these skills and knowledge to use through helping cancer support groups, autistic children, dementia patients and more.

She has exhibited at and sold her artwork through numerous Art shows, Galleries and Exhibitions in regional Victoria and southern Queensland. She also does commission work, including personalised healing drawings and pet portraiture.

Come on a spiritual journey by viewing Nijole’s artwork which is on display as AOM in the Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery during October.

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Artist Elizabeth Browne, Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald, and Awassi Cheesery owner Di Piggott at the opening of ‘Art in the Orchard’. PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

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Laidley Garden Club president Eileen Zahnow (left) and treasurer Gail Wintzloff (right) with LifeFlight philanthropy relationship manager Peter Duffy in Plainland with a $5,000 cheque donated to LifeFlight-

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Whispers of Romance by Kilcoy Art Society October AOM Nijole Pengelley. PHOTO: KASI

Somerset Council left out of regional precincts program

BY JESSE HAMILTON

SOMERSET Regional Councillors disapproved of the region’s omission from the federal government’s Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program (RPPP) in its ordinary meeting on September 27.

The program supports upgrades and works to regional, rural and remote precincts, including community and recreational areas, but does not extend to locations within the Greater Capital City Statistical Areas which encompasses the Somerset region.

The recommendation letter from council contends towns like Toogoolawah are farther from Brisbane CBD compared to eligible major urban centres such as Surfers Paradise and Maroochydore.

Somerset Regional Councillor Sean Choat said the exclusion of certain locations outlined on the map show a lack of understanding of the region.

“People are doing things based on lines on a map

with no understanding of Southeast Queensland,” Cr Choat said.

“Some of the areas to the south and north of the map are just ridiculous to not be included.”

It was considered council’s

Lowood Futures Strategy and Kilcoy Streetscape Revitalisation Project might have been eligible for funding consideration under RPPP.

The program has drawn comparisons to the feder-

POTENTIAL SCHOOL SITE

FIVE expressions of interest have been received from education providers to establish a college or school on a site at Brouff Road in Fernvale.

Somerset Regional Council (SRC) invited submissions following a decision at council’s meeting on June 7 to pursue interest in developing an educational facility on site.

SHOOTING RANGE DA

A development application for a material change of use for a shooting range has been approved by SRC at its September 27 ordinary meeting.

The proposed outdoor recreation facility will include a pistol and shotgun sport and shooting training.

FLOOD MITGIATION FOR FERNVALE AND MOORE

al government’s Growing Regions Program, where funding for infrastructure projects were provided in rural and regional Queensland but excluded all of Somerset, as previously reported in The Independent.

Australians failing to prepare for emergencies, despite increasing risk

AUSTRALIAN Red Cross

(ARC) is calling all Australians to get emergency prepared after new data showed despite growing concern for disasters and emergencies, only 10% of people are actively getting ready.

Independent research conducted on behalf of ARC surveyed adults living across Australia and found respondents are bracing for an increase in natural disasters and emergen-

cies.

ARC chief of staff Penny Harrison said the data showed heightened expec-

years relating to emergencies, but action needed to be taken.

“People living in Australia are clearly thinking about what may lie ahead, with one in three worried about heatwaves, bushheavy rain over the next

Research conducted on behalf of the Australian Red Cross shows that Australians are becoming increasingly less emergency prepared despite heightened concerns for emergencies.

12 months, however that concern is not translating into active preparation,” Ms Harrison said.

Some rising statistics show: 58% of Australians expect to be impacted by

heatwaves in the coming 12 months, more than double 5 years ago (25%).

43% of Australians are concerned about the rain over the next 12 months compared to 29% in 2018.

38% of Australians expect to be impacted by major power outages (lasting 4 hours or longer)

Get prepared by making an emergency plan.

Through joint federal and state funding for major culvert upgrades on Gregors Creek Road and Murrumba Road, SRC will apply for grant funding forects in Fernvale and Moore.

BRAEMORE NEW BRIDGE

SRC has awarded a contract for $218,760 to ConTec Pty Ltd for the supply of concrete bridge decks for the construction of a new bridge for the Scrub Creek Road crossing of Brisbane River at Braemore.

COLOUR COPY AND PRINT

SRC will continue to provide limited free copying and printing to residents to include colour copying,including up to 30 copy or print per day free of charge at all libraries.

JPS IN LOWOOD, KILCOY

Justices of the Peace will be available at Lowood Library each Wednesday from 1pm2pm, Saturday from 9:30am10:30am, and at Kilcoy Library each Monday from 11am-1pm and Friday from 11am-1pm.

PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

Guidelines for the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program exclude the Greater Capital City Statistical areas shown in orange, which includes all of the Somerset region.

Somerset Regional Council discussed the federal government’s Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program in its ordinary meeting on September 27.

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Facing digital addiction

BY JACOB HAYDEN

TUCKED away in the hills of Thornton and far removed from digital distractions, a group of students spent last week building self-awareness and social skills.

Kokoda Youth Foundation’s Digital Detox Program was held at Kokoda Park, south of Laidley, from September 24 to October 1 and welcomed young people from across Queensland with digital addictions to put down their technology and learn to face their emotions.

Program coordinator Chris Emert said the camp exposed students to new experiences with outdoor activities, information sessions.

“These kids are being separated from the business and activity of normal life on this camp without the ability to escape into their technology,” Mr Emert said. bubbles up for them, perhaps

things they haven’t addressed in a long time.”

Students like 15-year-old Maxwell spoke about their personal problems with technology.

“Last time I [did the program] because I had a massive tech addiction, with all the nights I spent going on my laptop, I think I spent up to about two terms staying up until about 2am,” Maxwell said.

“It was unhealthy, and my parents needed a lot of help.”

Through the Digital Detox

Program, students learned how to connect on deeply personal levels, without technology.

Georgia, 13, said she spent a lot of time on her phone.

“Once I’m done on my screen I regret going on there for that long, because I just scroll and scroll and send snaps back and forth,” she said.

Plainland student Jacob, 13, said he enjoyed an exercise called Barry’s Breathing, named after a camp youth worker.

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Join us for a month of exciting, fun activities and classes specially designed for seniors at the Forest Hill Hall. Best of all, the below weekly classes are entirely free.

Wednesday 11th October:

Line Dancing – 6.30pm to 9pm

Friday 13th October:

Line Dancing – 9am to 12noon

Wednesday 18th October:

Forest Hill History Walk & Talk – 9am to 10.30am

Thursday 19th October:

Thrive Movement Exercise – 10am to 12noon

Wednesday 25th October:

Painting for Pleasure Art – 9.30am to 12noon

“He has the most angelic voice you’ll ever hear and he’ll get you to breathe and stabilise your heart rate and get it coordinated... it’s so calming, and it’s one of my favourite things to do,” Jacob said.

Georgia said this exercise helped her fall asleep faster.

“I normally struggled to get to sleep… and when we did it in the morning it really set me up for the day ahead of me,” she said.

The program is being held again in January.

>> LVRC BRIEFS AUSTRALIA DAY NOMINATIONS

OPEN

LOCKYER Valley Regional Council (LVRC) Australia Day Awards recognise members of our community who have gone above and beyond to help improve the lives of others and contribute to a diverse, friendly and strong community.

Nomination forms are in Gatton and Laidley, the Lockyer Valley Libraries, the Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre or online at council’s website.

Nominations close Friday November 24.

LAST DAYS TO HAVE YOUR SAY Community consultation on the draf t Lockyer Valley Planning Scheme closes Friday October 6, so there are only two days remaining to lodge a submission.

Full details can be found at lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/ draft-planning-scheme

BUSHFIRE SAFETY IS VITAL

With the weather warming up, take time to check the latest Fire Danger Rating

issued by the Bureau of Meteorology to ensure you’re keeping yourself, your family and your community safe.

increase risks.

Visit bom.gov.au/qld/ shtml

AUTHOR TALK WITH JUDY NUNN

You may know her as Ailsa from Home and Away, or as one of Australia’s best storytellers - the wonderful Judy Nunn is visiting the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre on October 10 at 6:30pm to discuss her latest novel, ‘Black Sheep’. Registration requiredadults $10, consession/ pensioners $8.

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ART GALLERY EXHIBITION

‘Togetherness by High Schools of the Lockyer Valley’ is on now at the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery until October 15 with free entry, showcasing the work of emerging local artists from high schools across the region.

Hip hip hooray for Hypatia’s House

LAIDLEY business Hypatia’ House celebrated two years in September, and has invited local book, music and art lovers to celebrate on Saturday October 7 from 10am-1pm.

Manager Idell Wadley said it had been a wonderful two years with multiple art exhibitions, meet-theauthor nights, and countless cups of coffee.

“Of course, there’s been some hardship with COVID

love what we’ve created and the community that’s developed around the store,” she said.

“We’d love to see people come along and re-home all our special books.

“You never know what very obscure titles.”

The store is offering 50% off used or pre-loved books and 20% of new books.

“We’ve got live music

with local performer Leona Walker, and we’ve got local author Arena Julia coming,” Ms Wadley said.

“Come dressed as your favourite book character for a chance to win a $50 book voucher,” Idell said. The store will have market stalls, psychic readers, and visitors can even get an Indian head message.

Hypatia’s House is located at 151 Patrick Street, Laidley.

Kokoda Youth Foundation Digital Detox Program participants Lucinda, Georgia, Maxwell, Cooper and Jacob at Kokoda Park, Thornton.

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

Local members consider the Voice

MEMBER FOR BLAIR

SHAYNE NEUMANN MP

SAYING yes to the Voice is the right thing to do.

The upcoming referendum on the Voice is about something very simple – listening.

We all know Australia is one of the best countries in the world, but we also know not everyone is getting the same opportunities.

The current system is not working because instead of listening, Australia has been making assumptions about what First Nations people need – doing things to First Nations people, not with them.

This means too many Indigenous people are being left behind and do not get the same opportunities as everyone else – with lower life expectancy, higher rates of disease and infant mortality, higher rates of suicide, and fewer opportunities in education and training.

This is why Indigenous

Australians are asking for a Voice to Parliament – an advisory committee – that will give advice to the Government on key issues that

When governments listen to people about issues that decisions, get better results and deliver better value for

money.

The alternative is to close the door on the next generation of Indigenous Australians by sticking with a system that is not working.

It’s time to listen by saying ‘Yes’ to a Voice –because it’s the right thing to do.

Voice Referendum early voting now open

VOTING for the Voice Referendum is now open at two locations within the region: Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre (34 Lake Apex Dr, Gatton) and Esk Girl Guides (35 Hampton Rd, Esk). Voters will be asked whether they agree to a proposed change to the Constitution.

The Australian Electoral Commission guidelines state it is important to write either ‘Yes’ or ‘No’, as all other responses become a judgement call as to the

voter’s intent.

Follow the ballot paper instructions to make sure your vote is counted.

To learn more about the proposal, visit voice.gov.au

MEMBER FOR WRIGHT SCOTT BUCHHOLZ MP

OUR country faces many challenges, including rising

Other important priorities include national security, crime, housing, energy, infrastructure, school standards, health, and mental health.

The upcoming referendum is also very important.

It is not simply about recognising Indigenous Australians in the Constitution.

That can be achieved without tying it to a risky Voice.

This Voice proposal goes much further. It would be the biggest change to our Constitution in history.

It covers all areas of ‘Executive Government’.

This means basically no issue would be beyond its reach.

It risks legal challenges.

The High Court would ultimately determine its

powers.

Some Voice supporters are upfront in saying that thistions and compensation and other radical changes.

It’s a big decision.

However, the Government refuses to provide basic details.

We don’t know how its members would be elected or chosen.

We don’t know how it

would make representations or be accountable.

Australians are being asked to vote before these details are worked out.

Enshrining the Voice into the Constitution would mean it’s permanent.

When we need to unite the country, this divides us.

Australian.

If you don’t know, say no.

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Visit aec.gov.au for more information on how to vote, polling times and locations. Voting day locations will be published in the next edition of The Independent.

Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann held a series of community forums in Ipswich and the Somerset Region on the Voice recently with retired businessman and seniors advocate Everald Compton. PHOTO: SHAYNE NEUMANN MP

Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said the Voice would risk legal challenges, and the High Court would ultimately determine its powers.

PHOTO: SCOTT BUCHHOLZ MP

Early voting for the Voice Referendum is now open, with voting day to be held on October 14.PHOTO: AEC

Mercy Community celebrates Child Protection Week

BY JESSE HAMILTON

MERCY Community held its Inaugural family fun day event for Fernvale and Lowood at Fernvale State School on September 27.

In tandem with Child Protection Week, the event featured support, rescue services, and plenty of enjoyable activities to keep the kids entertained.

Mercy Community team

manager Tenille Mantei said the group wanted to bring the event to Fenrnvale to show people living rurally the services they can access.

“We wanted to have something out this way to show... what people can access in times of need,” she said.

“We have ICYS here, we have Mercy with all of our programs, we’ve got SES and police and just a lot of fun activities for the kids to try.”

Safety cameras installed after request from Marburg Police

COMMUNITY safety is in closer focus in Marburg township following Marburg Police Station and community requests for support from Ipswich City Council.

Council has temporarily installed two safety cameras at the intersection of Queen and Edmond streets.

The cameras will be in place for about six months.

Marburg Police Station

ABOVE: Crichton family enjoying a game of bag toss, one of the day’s many activities.

LEFT: The Mitchell family having fun on the jumping castle at the Mercy Community family fun day.

PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON

Anthony Garland said the town was generally pretty quiet, with police very much part of this community.

“We are pleased that council has been able to arrange for this installation on a temporary basis,” Sgt Garland said.

“If needed, we would approach council to provide footage to either support investigations or prosecutions.”

Owner of Wildlife Unleashed Mick Bender, showing Australian reptiles throughout the day, including crocodiles and bearded dragons.

Woodcrafters welcomed for open day

BY JESSE HAMILTON

Woodcrafters Group welcomed the public to their open day on Sepfor people to experience theship in a day of enjoyable

displays. The day showcased memprizes from Lockyer businesses to raise funds for the

Save the date for Helidon’s milestone anniversary

PLANNING is well underway for Helidon State School’s milestone anniversary of 150 years in 2024.

The school is planning a fete to celebrate on May 11, 2024 – exactly 150 years since the school opened.

Helidon State School principal Mark Robertson said the fete was the major event to mark the sesquicentennial.

“The school opened on the 11th of May 1874,” he said.

“We’re having the anniversary fete on the 11th of May next year, so it’s on the actual date.

A joint effort of the school and the P&C, the fete is a chance for past staff and students to return to Helidon.

Former students and

staff are invited to come for the special occasion.

“We’re looking at having a roll call through the years,” Mr Robertson said.

“We’ve certainly had a call go out for past students and staff and we’ve had some response, but we want to try and get as many people to come out of the woodwork as possible.

“We want to try and member and the oldest living student.”

Stay up to date on the fete by following the event on the school’s Facebook page.

Past students and staff can email principal@ helidonss.eq.edu.au to register interest and to receive an invitation.

GRACE CRICHTON

THE Lockyer

Lockyer Woodcrafters Group member Cheryl Whitechurch carving out a dinosaur from pine board for the club using a scroll saw.

PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON

Lockyer Woodcrafters Group vice president Malcolm Kirk with his baritone electric ukulele.

Lockyer Woodcrafters Group member Tony Wood used the intarsia woodworking technique to make his animal displays.

Night of rock ‘n’ roll for vets charity

HAVE a great night out, enjoy some rock and roll, and support local veterans at the Rocks for Vet’s concert on October 21.

The one-night-only event at Porters Plainland Hotel is a fundraiser for local veteran’s charity Bootstraps.

There are four bands in the line-up, lead by Brisbane eight-piece band Kelly’s Heroes, promising a night full of great music and entertainment.

Bootstraps CEO Sam Kavanagh was approached by musician Keven Kelly of Kelly’s Heroes, who has previously hosted rock concerts for causes.

“His band and other performers and artists do something similar to Variety where they run rock concerts free of charge for charities,” he said.

“He said he’d like to do a rock concert for us and he can get a couple of bands to play some good music, anything from Buddy Holly to

“One of them is a sixteen-piece band with trombone, trumpet, saxophone,

the whole kit and caboodle.

“They’re going to play some really cool rock and

roll.”

Tickets are $40 per person with the proceeds supporting

Bootstraps’ work with veterans and the wider community.

Bootstraps run leather

work classes from their Gatton premises for veterans, their families, and the wider community as a form of connection and recovery.

The money raised from the concert will go toward expanding the organisation and raising awareness of their mission.

“Whether it be through events we go to and talk to people, classes we put on for people, anything that’s going to promote our brand and make people aware of what we do,” Mr Kavanagh said.

Mr Kavanagh thanked Porters Plainland Hotel for not only hosting the concert, but their ongoing support of the charity.

“Our only income at this at Porters,” he said.

“I am so thankful for them.”

Doors open on the night at 7:30pm and the concert kicks

Numbers are limited, so get in quick to secure your seat at a concert not to be missed.

Grab your tickets for Rocks for Vet’s on October 21, a charity concert supporting the work of local veterans’ hub Bootstraps.

PHOTO: KELLY’S HEROES BRISBANE

OCTOBER

Reducing Organic

Food Organics Garden Organics, known as ‘FOGO’, is organic waste derived from materials that were once living (primarily food organics, garden organics) and forms around half of the household waste stream.

Tough dogs tackle trail

SLED Dog Racing

Queensland (SDRQ) hosted its inaugural Tails and Trails Tough Dog event in Grandchester on September 24, inviting dog sport enthusiasts to take on a 3km obstacle course for an exciting Sunday morning.

Somerset’s greenest thumbs win big in 2023

BY JESSE HAMILTON

THE Somerset Garden Competition showcased the talents of some of the region’s top gardeners in 2023, with this year’s competition welcoming six new entrants

Holistic

and a total of $3,000 worth of prizes won.

The competition winners were announced at the Somerset Civic Centre on September 26, with ten awards handed out across the categories, including two

At Lake Apex Café, Lake Apex Drive Gatton. Saturday 7th October 2023. 10am-4pm

encouragement awards.

Best urban garden winner, Cheryl Parker from Fernvale, a decade ago and said she

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Gardeners will now get ready to display their work during the open gardens weekend on October 7-8.

SDRQ president and Laidley local Emily Vourlides said the sport had evolved and was growing in popularity.

“It’s changed a lot in recent years, it used to be bigger teams with 3-4 dogs in one team, whereas now we’re seeing a shift to a lot of pet dogs and different breeds who aren’t huskies or malamutes which everyone thinks of when they think of sled dog racing,” Ms Vourlides said.

“We have a lot of mono-sports, so one person and one dog on a bike,

scooter or running, so we’ve got a lot of different people and dogs coming into those sorts of sports.

“We also do dog-friendly triathlons and duathlons.”

With winter over SDRQ’s sled racing season had ended, but the obstacle course provided plenty of exercise for dogs and owners with jumps, see-saws, tunnels and water obstacles.

Around 40 dogs took part in the family-friendly event.

Urban Utilities Plainland project complete

THE RIBBON has been cut on the new Plainland wastewater pump station, as part of Urban Utilities’ $32 million project for the Lockyer Valley.

The project will cater for a greater capacity and reliability of wastewater services for Plainland community.

The new pump station will replace Urban Utilities’ existing tankering facility on Gehrke Road.

Urban Utilities executive leader of integrated solutions Chris Bulloch said the

project would cater for the projected growth in the area through to 2040.

“We know more people are choosing to call the Lockyer Valley home, which is why we’re investing in infrastructure to support the future growth of the region,” he said.

The project also included construction of an 8km pipe to connect the new Plainland wastewater pump station to the Laidley Wastewater Treatment Plant, as well as upgrades to the

existing treatment plant infrastructure.

Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor Tanya Milligan was pleased to see the completion of the project.

“Our Plainland and Laidley communities are growing, and we welcome this Lockyer Valley,” she said. The project was delivered by the Urban Utilities project management team with the support of their delivery partners John Holland, GHD and Pensar.

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PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON

Laidley local and SDRQ president Emily Vourlides taking on the course with her dog, Lana.

PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

Popular gardening expo to return

THERE IS something for every garden and plant lover at the Marburg Garden and Outdoor Expo.

After a highly successful to Marburg Showgrounds on October 14 and promises and more for garden lovers

The garden expo has exploded to 200 stalls with

everything you could need for gardening and outdoor living.

everything you need to complement your outdoor living

outdoor furniture to planters and ornaments.

There’s plenty of food and

stalls.

You can leave your plants and purchases safe in the cloak room while you continue to peruse and pick them up at the end of your day.

Several guest speakers will share their garden tips

There’s something for everyone with topics ranging and what’s new in the nursery world.

It is a family and pet face painting and an interactive chicken display by Sprenger’s Produce for the kids.

Dogs are also welcome but must be kept on a leash and

There are some changes to parking this year and there is additional parking available

at the council car park on the corner of Main and Lawrence Streets which has a walking path directly to the showgrounds.

There is disability parking area at the gate for ease of access.

Please have your $2 per person entry fee ready when you enter the gate.

Laidley diner celebrates 25 years

ESTABLISHED in 1998, Kelli’s Diner has been a beloved choice among Laidley locals and travellers to the region wanting to enjoy a tasty feed for 25 years.

The community-oriented diner will be celebrating its 25th anniversary on October 7, with the store handing out celebratory patty cakes to the public to mark the occasion on Friday October 6.

Born and raised in Laidley, Kelli’s Diner co-owner Kelli Schultz said building relationships with locals has been crucial to the store’s longevity.

“You get to know the locals, and I think that’s part of small business,” she said.

“Big businesses don’t seem to care about the personal touch, but small businesses rely on the personal touch.”

Over the years, the business has extended its support to numerous community

groups, actively participated in countless events, and helped whenever possible, including supporting the Laidley Hospital and RSL

Ms Schultz co-owns the store with her sister Kym and said they were raised with old-fashioned solid values from their parents.

“We wouldn’t have gotten

into this without our parents,” she said.

“Without my mum, brothers and dad’s help, dad did a lot of maintenance, it was just all very family orientated.”

Ms Schultz said a highlight of her career was providing people with working opportunities.

“Some of the young ones work through school till they

get their university degree, some of them go, some stay, but it’s great to give them a stepping stone,” Kelli said. She is now looking forward to the 30th anniversay.

KELLI'S DINER

Kelli’s Diner of Laidley’s Patrick Street is celebrating 25 years of great food and great service. Pictured: Kelli’s Diner co-owner Kelli Schultz and staff member Tamara O’Reilly.PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON

Industry and Tourism’s Business Recognition Dinner on August 5.

Dining through the years

Popular picks on Kelli’s menu

KELLI’S Diner has been a favoured destination for a diverse range of delicious foods, including burgers, hearty meals, sandwiches and cakes.

The takeaway diner offers foods for the whole year round, with chips and gravy go-to’s in the winter and deserts and slushies popular during the warmer months.

Kelli’s Diner co-owner Kelli Schultz said a fan-favourite is the diner’s home-made meals, especially amongst the older generations.

“Some of the young ones take it for work, then we have older couples that come in and buy meals because they don’t want to cook anymore, and it makes life easier for them,” Kelli said.

Kelli said the store’s deserts and salads were also popular items.

“We also sell a lot of deserts, we make cheesecakes, we have the salad rolls and sandwiches.”

LEFT: Kelli with Bev Jennings, an employee who had a birthday around the same time as Kelli.

RIGHT: Bill Jacobs handing over the keys to Kelli around September or October 1998.

Kelli with former employee Ashley on her wedding day to Brendan Steinhardt.

Kelli and her family at the diner in March 2023. Pictured is Kelli’s sister-in-law Belinda, Kelli, Kelli’s sister Kym, and Kelli’s niece Natasha, aged 5. Natasha worked at the diner through her school years, and is now an agronomist.PHOTOS: KELLI SCHULTZ

Kelli’s kept the community of Laidley well-fed and funded

NOT MANY small businesses can say they have done as much for their community as Kelli’s Diner.

Kelli and her team have kept the Laidley community and it’s numerous sporting and community groups well-fed and funded for many, many years.

Member for Lockyer Jim McDonald said Kelli’s Diner had promeals for many in her time.

“Kelli has been a champion of the local community for years,” Mr McDonald said.

Laidley District Cricket Club is one of the many organisationsted from Kelli’s support over the years.

Club senior coordinator Ashley Lawless said Kelli was constantly delivering back to the community.

“She sponsors the club but further to that she caters, at a very

low cost, for all our sandwiches and sausage rolls in the canteen,” Mr Lawless said.

“Also in the past she’s donated

“This year, in particular, she’s players of the round in juniors.”

Mr Ashwell said cricket clubs

Kelli’s Diner still kicking after the COVID pandemic

were particularly reliant on community support.

“You’ve got to create a group where people want to get together and be together, and to do that you want to make it as low-cost as possible,” he said.

“It’s through the support of businesses like Kelli’s that helpable and enjoyable for people to join.”

Laidley Pioneer Village president John Barwell said Kelli’s was ‘the go-to’ for catering events.

“We’ve been using Kelli’s diner for quite a few years, probably over 10 years since I’ve been here,” Mr Barwell said.

“We serve their scones when we get a tour bus in, and we always get compliments on the quality of the scones.

“It’s a real asset to the town, that’s for sure.”

LIKE all businesses, Kelli’s Diner had to adapt to the unprecedented restrictions that the COVID-19 pandemic caused to trading.

Kelli’s Diner co-owner Kelli Schultz, who has been in the food industry for nearly 40 years, said COVID brought one of the most challenging adjusting periods for all businesses.

place, no one knew what to do, we had to get rid of the tables and chairs,” she said.

“No one knew what was going on, and rules changed all the time.”

Ms Schultz said the store could stay open as an essential service, but the pandemic had changed how the store operated.

“We’ve sort of branched into the takeaway side of the business,” she said.

“Before COVID, we had dine-in and takeaway, we just brought some of the tables back in now.”

Jack Wilson getting a slushy refreshment at his favourite takeaway store Kelli’s Diner.

PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

Truckies remembered 20 years on

BY JESSE HAMILTON

LIGHTS on the Hill celebrated its 20th anniversary on Saturday September 30, with close to 700 trucks from Brisbane and Toowoomba converging at the Gatton Showgrounds to commemorate a special day for the transport industry. The annual event is dedicated to remembering the men and women in the Australian transport industry

who have passed away. Lights on the Hill president Tim Lowien said the event was a special occasion for the trucking community to come together.

“I have talked with truckers in Canada who had the big Freedom Convoy during COVID,” he said.

“They said that there’s nothing like this they have ever heard of where fallen drivers are remembered.”

Maria travelled comm

Marianne and Stanley Hall travelled from Bundaberg to commemorate their son Daniel Hall as they watched the Brisbane convoy from a bridge with friend Annette Andrew.

One of 13 trucks from Daryl Dickenson Transport from Carole Park, Brisbane drove in memory of Debbie Baldwin.

RIGHT:

LEFT:

The Brisbane convoy travelling along the Warrego highway to the Gatton Showgrounds. PHOTOS: JESSE HAMILTON

LEFT:

Rides at the showgrounds included dodgem cars, a teacup ride, and rock climbing.

Family friends Rodney, Annette, Jayden and Nicky convoyed in memory of Terry Steinhardt.

THE Lights on the Hill memorial service was held on Sunday October 1 with friends and family of the trucking community joining to honour those names lost in 2023 and in years previous. Several artists sang tribute

songs, poems were read about trucking life, and those in attendance were

ones by laying wreaths along the memorial wall.

Throughout the years,

volunteers from all over the country have generously devoted their time to creating the memorial wall, providing a place for the families and friends of departed drivers to gather and pay tribute to their cherished memories.

Robert John ANDERSON

“Pictures”

Brendan David ARMANASCO

Ian Frances BECKHOUSE

“Becky”

James Gordon BOLER “Dad”

Craig Allan BUCHANAN “Buck”

John Edmund Stuart BUCKMAN “JB”

Daniel Charles CAPNER

“Danny”

Wendy Maree CHAPMAN

“Flea”

Scott Ronald CHRISTIANSEN

Dan CARTER “Danny”

Wayne Churchill CLARKE

“Blister”

Samuel James COOK “Sam”

Shane Patrick CONLAN “Connie”

Glenn Colin CRAFT “Alma Fudd or Fuddy”

Gino De MARCO

Ian DONALDSON “Pommie B”

Stephen DUNBALL “Steve”

David John DURBIN “Boi”

John EUSTACE “Jed”

Karl Owen EXTON

Garry GORDON “Flash”

Daniel Eric James HALL “Danny/Ralph/BIGSXE”

Dylan John HARM “Dyl”

John HATCHMAN “Hatchy”

Russell John HATHAWAY “Russ”

Mark William HAYES “Wombat”

Edward Arthur HEINEMANN

“Tom”

Garry James HINDS “Hindsie”

Christopher Anthony HOCKEY

Geoffrey Martin HOLLIS

“Geoff”

Christopher Noel JOHN “Chris”

Glenn Neville JUST “Justy”

William George KELELHOHN

“Ketels”

Glenn Raymond KING “Kingy”

Russell KINSEY “Rusty or Coighty”

Trevor Gary KINSEY “Farmer”

Peter Alan LAMONT “Scrubby”

Alf LAYTON “Daddy Cool”

Reginald James LEE “Reg”

Bryan Steven LEVEY “Cowboy or Steptoe”

Karen MALCOLM “Special K”

Edward Joseph MASTERS

“Ted”

Kenneth Brian McCREA

“Kenny”

Michael James McLeod

“Micmac”

Bradley MIDDLEBROOK “Big

Jiga”

Michael John MORRIS “Micky

M”

Shane MORSE

Mervyn NAUMANN “Merv”

Brian Glen NITZ “Nitzy”

Kenneth James PADGET

“Butch or Padge”

David William PEARCE “Duck”

Edward Douglas PERRY “Bear”

Kevin John PICCINELLI “Pincho”

Patrick Brian POLLARD “Pat”

Geoffrey Alan PRIEST “Priesty”

Franz Wilhelm PROFKE

“Frank”

Gregory William (Greg) ROBERTSON “Robbo”

Claude Wesley RUSSELL

“Pappy”

Desleigh Michelle SCOTT

James Robert SCOTT “Toss”

Robert Ernest SCOTT “Scotty”

Robert James SCOTT “Bob”

Garry Neil SULLIVAN

Rodney James THOMAS

“Thommo or Rocket”

Kerry Kent USHER

Evan Kenneth William WALSH

“Walshy”

Douglas William WALTON

Names honoured at the 2023 Memorial Memorial service honours truckies

“Doug”

Brad WERNOWSKI “Bandit”

Stephen Clyde WHITE “Spike”

Frederick John WILLIAMS

“Fred”

John WILLIAMS “Jack”

Craig John WOODCROFT “Dec”

Stewart McKeag YOUNG

“Stewie”

Nominations close 5pm on Friday, 24 November 2023.

Friends and family laid wreaths for their loved ones, with the Lights on the Hill committee volunteers also laying wreaths for those unable to attend the service.

PHOTO: JESSE HAMITLON

Latest data shows strong gains in Queensland’s

QUEENSLAND’S agriculture sector delivered a surge in exports for a record high of $12.51 billion for the lasttralian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) marked the seconding exports, cementing the contributor to the state’s

was a 16.8% increase over The ABS data shows the total export value of the state’s agriculture sector 25.16% compared to the

The record-breaking export robust prices and a surge in export volumes, which lifted million tonnes.

for 2022/23 included: Cereals and cereal preparations up 53.64% to $2.54 billion.

$369.12 million. Live Cattle up 53.94% toexport volume. Beef up 11.05% to $6.28

billion, with volume up

In the horticulture sector the volume of fruit and vegetables exported rose 3.25%.

Avocados were a notable

winner, with exports up 38.5% to $38.21 million, with volume up 24.09%.

In 2022-23, Queensland’s top three agricultural trading partners were Korea ($1.82B), and Japan Minister for Agricultural Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said the agriculturaltinued to grow.

“Queensland’s global reputation for clean, green and great-tasting produce is serving the state well, and this reputation is backed up

‘THE DECISION by the National Management Group to transition the attempted eradication of varroa mite to management could potentially cost thousands for local beekeepers like Zabel’s Beekeeping.

Hatton Vale beekeeper Russell Zabel said he was not surprised by the announcement.

“Being a really tiny arachnid, it’s very hard to control and stop it’s movement,” he said.

“The Queensland Government’s going to put up a COVID-type border entry restriction of bees coming into the state, so that’s an interesting concept.

“Technically all you need is a queen bee in someone’s pocket and

it could come across the border.”

Mr Zabel said he had already seen several beehives for sale, an indication of what would come.

smaller-operator beekeepers will just give up... and the bigger beekeepers will have to spend thousands on chemical control,” he said. said.

Mr Zabel said the news could cost millions of dollars for beekeepers.

“Once you have varroa mite there will be a need to have chemical control, whether it be pest strips in the bottom of the hive or some other fogging method,” he said.

“In the process of controlling the mite there will be hive losses as well.”

Zahra achieves accolades galore in High Point Awards

BY JESSE HAMILTON

ZAHRA Vandenberg has had a successful year in the Paint Horse Association of Australia Annual High Point Awards, clinching numerous accolades, including High Point Junior Youth winner alongside her horse Daiquiri Diesel N Dreams.

Zahra and Diesel N Dreams participated in local, state, and national shows, including events in Laidley and Gatton, with the High Point Awards determined by the accumulation of show points from each show from August 1, 2022, to July 31, 2023.

Daiquiri Diesel N Dreams was awarded the High Point RR Halter Horse and High Point RR Halter Gelding awards with Zahra also

awarded the High Point Top 10 Youth accolade.

Zahra’s mother, Dannielle Vandenberg, who had previously entered Daiquiri Diesel N Dreams into the

PHPA State Championship Show, said this year was simply about giving Zahra ring experience and she was looking forward to what she can achieve in future shows.

“Their’s no stopping her, she’s got another horse that she rides, and she’s just bred herself a foal that’s a week old now, so that’s her next adventure,” she said.

beekeepers will just give up’

Zahra Vandenberg with Daiquiri Diesel N Dreams and judge Rosena Fyfe.

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A GROUP of four Mulgowie locals have

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8 Dealing with a disease in order to provide a cure, is what (8)

9 Which nationality was Georges Bizet (6)

10 What do we call the driver of a car (8)

11 Which city was the host of the 2004 Olympic Games (6)

14 Name another term for an account book (6) of herring, served as hors d’oeuvres (8)

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7.00 News. 7.30 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG) 8.15 Vera. (M) 9.50 The Newsreader. (M) 10.40 Shetland. (M) 11.45 Rage. (MA15+) 5.00 Rage.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.15 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 4.05 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip. 5.00 You Can’t Ask That. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Voices Of Australia. 7.00 News.

7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 The Newsreader. 9.30 Mother And Son. 10.00 Annika. 10.50 Late Programs.

5.00

Mastermind

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6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS.

2.00 Gymnastics. FIG Artistic World Challenge Cup series. 4.00 Ballroom

Fit. 4.05 Wheelchair Sports. 4.10

Swan Football. 4.15 Para-Badminton.

4.20 Gone Fishing. 5.30 Children Of Chaos: WW2 Orphans. 6.30 News.

7.30 Norfolk Island. 8.30 Scotland’s Riverwoods. 9.35 Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 10.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 1. Qualifying and support races. 4.30 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00

3.30 The 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Missing Persons Investigation. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Beach House Hunters. 8.30 MOVIE: The Expendables 3. (2014) 11.00 MOVIE: Creed II. (2018) 1.20 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 2.15 It’s All Greek To Me. 2.45 Late Programs.

4.35 Jeopardy! 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. 4.00 Judge Judy. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. 10.30 Road To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. 11.00 The Project. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Shopping.

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Riverdance 25th Anniversary Special.

8.00 MOVIE: Dirty Dancing. (1987)

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 10 Minute Kitchen. 1.30 Healthy Homes. 2.00 Buy To Build. 2.30 Luxury Escapes. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Food Trail: South Africa. 5.00 News. 6.00 Soccer. Australia Cup. Final. Sydney FC v Brisbane Roar. 9.30 The Cheap Seats. 10.30 So Help Me Todd. 11.30 Shark Tank. 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbikes. 3.55 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbikes. 4.50 The Point: Referendum. 4.55 Going Places.

5.30 Children Of Chaos: What Became Of WW2 Orphans. 6.30 News. 7.30 Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters.

Bonner. 10.10 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Race 30. 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 The Voice. 9.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 10.00 Born To Kill? 11.00 Autopsy: USA. 12.00 The InBetween. 2.00 Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00

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Tennis. Laver Cup. Highlights. 2.10 Riverdance 25th Anniversary Special. 2.40 The Block. 5.00 News. 5.30 My Way. 6.00 News. 7.00 Cricket. ICC World Cup. Group stage. India v Australia. First innings. 10.00 Innings Break. 10.30 Cricket. ICC World Cup. Group stage. India v Australia. Second innings. 2.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.15 My Market Kitchen. 1.30 Three Blue Ducks. 2.00 Jay’s Mission Melanoma Walk. 3.00 Cook With Luke. 3.30 GCBC. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Taste Of Australia: BBQ Special. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Sunday Project. 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. 8.30 FBI. 9.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Vera. 2.30 Cook And The Chef. 2.55 Restoration Australia. 3.55 Tenable. 4.40 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Aust Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. 9.35 Q+A. 10.35 News. 10.50 The Business. 11.10 The Newsreader. 12.00 MOVIE: The Child In Time. (2017) 1.35 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Al Jazeera. 2.00 Buildings That Fought Hitler. 2.50 Mastermind. 3.20 Cook Up. 3.50 No Distance Between Us. 4.05 Living Black. 4.35 Living Black Convos. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters & Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind. 6.30 News. 7.30 Finding Your Roots. 8.30 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. 9.30 21 Day Body Challenge. 10.25 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 The Rookie. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 SAS Australia. 9.15 The Rookie. 10.15 The Rookie: Feds. 11.15 The Latest: Seven News. 11.45 Chicago Fire. 12.45 Business Builders. 1.15 Travel Oz. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 The Block. 9.00 Missing Persons Investigation. 10.00 Reported Missing. 11.15 Nine News Late. 11.45 Resident Alien. 12.35 Tipping Point. 1.30 World’s Greatest Engineering Icons. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.15 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. 4.00 Bold. 4.30 Neighbours. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Masked Singer Australia. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? 9.40 The Betoota Advocate Presents. 10.40 FBI: Most Wanted. 11.30 The Project. 12 .30 Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Poh’s Kitchen. 2.30 Home Delivery. 3.00 Restoration Australia. 3.55 Tenable. 4.40 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. 8.30 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. 9.30 Australia After War. 10.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS. 2.00 Buildings That Fought Hitler. 2.50 The Point: Road To Referendum. 3.00 Cook Up. 3.30 The Great Separation. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.45 Surveillance Oz Dashcam. 2.00 S.W.A.T. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 SAS Australia. 9.15 HMP: Behind Bars. 10.45 The Latest: Seven News. 11.15 Chicago Fire. 12.15 The Arrangement. 1.15 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 The Block. 8.45 Space Invaders. 9.45 Love Triangle. 11.00 Nine News Late. 11.30 New Amsterdam. 12.15 Tipping Point. 1.05 Desert Vet. 2.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.10 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. 4.00 Bold. 4.30 Neighbours. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Shark Tank. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. 9.40 NCIS. 10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. 11.30 The Project. 12.30 Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning. Classifications: (PG) Parental Guidance (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (CC) Closed Captions (R) Repeat. Please note: Listings are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by networks. ABCTVSBSSEVENNINETEN October4–10

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5.30pm American Pickers. (PG)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)

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

9.30 Surveillance Oz. (PG, R)

10.30 Mt Hutt Rescue. (PG)

5.30pm The Travelling Auctioneers.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 As Time Goes By. (R)

8.40 Midsomer Murders. (M, R)

10.50 Madam Secretary. (M, R)

11.50 See No Evil. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30

6.30

5.30pm

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R)

7.30 Father Brown. (M, R)

8.30 Miss Scarlet And The Duke. (M)

9.40 Harry Palmer: The Ipcress File. (M, R)

10.40 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R)

7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country.

12.30 Coastwatch Oz. (PG, R)

1.00 Escape To The Country. (R)

6.00pm Heathrow. (PG, R)

6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG)

7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country.

11.30 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. (PG, R)

12.30 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

6.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

8.30 Call The Midwife.

(M, R)

9.40 Miniseries: The Pembrokeshire Murders. (M, R)

10.45 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R)

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

8.30 Endeavour. (M, R)

10.30 Air Crash Investigations. (PG, R)

11.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

12.30 ICU. (PG, R)

1.00 Endeavour. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R)

7.30 The Coroner. (M, R)

8.30 Inspector George Gently. (M, R)

10.30 Law & Order: UK. (M, R)

11.30 The Coroner. (M, R)

12.30 ICU. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Women’s Twenty20 International Series. Australia v West Indies. Game 3.

9.30 Movie: The Blues Brothers. (1980) (M, R)

12.15 American Pickers. (PG, R)

1.15 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

6.00pm Football. AFL

Women’s. Round 6. Western Bulldogs v Carlton.

8.15 Movie: Reign Of Fire. (2002) (M, R)

10.25 Movie: The Towering Inferno. (1974) (PG, R)

2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

6.00pm Football. AFL

Women’s. Round 6. Brisbane Lions v Collingwood.

8.15 Surveillance Oz.

(PG, R)

8. 30 Movie: Starship Troopers. (1997) (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Border Security USA. (PG, R)

6.30 Border Security USA. (PG, R)

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: White House Down. (2013) (M, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG)

7.30 Counting Cars. (PG)

8.30 Movie: Pacific Rim. (2013) (M, R)

11.10 Movie: Ninja Assassin. (2009) (MA15+, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG)

7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R)

8.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. (PG)

9.30 Adventure Gold Diggers. (PG)

10.30 Jade Fever. (M, R)

6.00pm ICC World Cup: Pre-Game.

6.30 Cricket. ICC World Cup. Group stage. England v New Zealand. First innings.

8.40 Movie: Blown Away. (1994) (M, R)

11.05 Rosewood. (MA15+)

12.00 Emergence. (M, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 To Catch A Smuggler: USA. (M)

8.30 Locked Up Abroad. (M)

9.30 Underworld Inc. (M)

10.30 Notorious: River Valley Killer. (MA15+)

4.15pm Movie: The Alamo. (1960) (PG, R)

7.30 Movie: The Magnificent Seven Ride! (1972) (M, R)

9.35 Movie: The Mechanic. (1972) (M, R) Charles Bronson.

11.40 Movie: Richard Jewell. (2019) (M)

6.00pm ICC World Cup: Pre-Game.

6.30 Cricket. ICC World Cup. Group stage. India v Australia. First innings.

7.00 M*A*S*H. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: Under Siege. (1992) (M, R)

10.40 Forensics: Catching The Killer. (MA15+)

5.30pm The Travelling Auctioneers.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

7.30 Death In Paradise.

8.40 Agatha Raisin. (M, R)

10.40 Whitstable Pearl. (M, R)

11.50 Snapped. (M)

5.30pm The Balmoral Hotel: An Extraordinary Year.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

7.30 New Tricks. (M, R)

8.40 The Closer. (M, R)

9.40 Rizzoli & Isles. (M, R)

10.40 Major Crimes. (M, R)

11.10

(PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, 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)

5.55pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

6.20 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)

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

6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

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

11.00 South Park. (MA15+, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.30 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 The King Of Queens. (PG, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

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

10.10 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.10 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.50pm Forged In Fire: Best Of. (PG)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

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

8.30 Alone: Frozen.

10.10 Dreaming Whilst Black.

11.10 Monogamish. (M, R)

Wed Oct 4 Business At Dark Kilcoy Chamber of Commerce event, presenter Tanya Pascoe of EC Credit Control who will cover everything from securing your cash flow and credit risk to other services of value, The Stanley Hotel Kilcoy, 5.30pm.

Leather workshop. 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.30pm4.30pm. Introduction to leather work with The Creative Healing Hub @ Laidley Youth Centre. Light refreshments provided. 0423 692 389.

Sound healing, earthing & meditation Creative Healing Hub, 10am-12pm, Laidley Youth Centrre 0423692389

Thu Oct 5

Seniors Month Seniors Health Hub, breast screen, hearing tests, free basic health check, health providers onsite, tea coffee and biscuits, 10am-1pm, Gatton Shire Hall, alps@ableaustralia.org.au

Seniornet Inc IT Training for seniors, 8 weekly workshops, learn emails, programs like Microsoft Office 365, cloud, held at Norths Football Club 29 Pelican St North Ipswich, 9am-11am, BYO devices, enq 3281 8548 or training@seniornet.com.au

Fri Oct 6

Glenore Grove Dance ‘Rae Blinco’, 7.30pm-11.30pm, $12.50 includes supper, Glenore Grove Hall, 0423849002

Community Craft Colourful Canvas, Creative Healing Hub, Laidley Youth Centre, 9:30am-12:30pm, 0423692389

Sat Oct 7

Mulgowie Farmers Market 8am – 11am (first Saturday of every month), Mulgowie Community Hall, ’a real farmers market’, Local farm fresh produce, handmade products, books, plants, live music, coffee and breakfast. markets@mulgowiehall.com.au

Community Breakfast Gatton Uniting Church, cnr

Maitland and Spencer St, 8am, speaker UnitingCare Disability Service coordinator Donna Kay, we encourage the community to come and listen to Donna as she shares with us the work she and her colleagues undertake to make a difference to the lives of people living with a disability, 54626168 or email pgbleakley@gmail.com

Hypatia’s House 2nd Birthday 151 Patrick St Laidley, 10am-1pm, two wonderful years of books, arts, and numerous coffees, come and celebrate with live music, prizes, market stalls, and discounts on stock. 0448326426

Charity Fashion Parade by Temptations, hosted by CWA Glamorgan Vale, 1pm at Glamorgan Vale Community Hall, afternoon tea, raffles, and lucky door, tickets $10, enq phone Colleen 0413046168

Rural Neighbourhood Watch Meeting Coronation Hall Somerset Dam, 3pm, meet your country neighbours, we care about you and your safety in our community, please come and join us for a free cuppa, new ideas are welcomed. 0419588138

Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Marburg Show Hall, $15, ‘2 Cappucino’, 0409481681

Sun Oct 8

Resilience Through Yoga a free public yoga workshop, Somerset Civic Centre, BYO mat, 10am12pm public yoga workshop, 12pm-1pm lunch light refreshments served, 1pm-3pm for general public ‘resilience in the bush’ session by Kerrie Oakes, 1pm-3pm workshop for yoga teachers only, organised by the Somerset Health Hub Cooperative Community, visit Facebook page to register or email kerrieoakes@gmail.com

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, 0402058098

‘Divas and Delights’ slip into your bling and join the Esk Community Choir for an elegant afternoon affair, special guests Strings ’n’ Things, Alexandra Hall Toogoolawah, doors open 1.30pm for 2.30pm concert, admission $30pp, group booking 8 @ $22pp, tickets available from Two Galahs Gallery, Toogoolawah 0402483492, bookings essential, enquiries Ruth 0419433581 or Sue 0432058487

Thanksgiving Service 10:30am, Olive Grove Chapel, Kerle Sunflower Farm, Kerle Road, Mt Walker. Please bring a plate to enjoy a shared lunch and a gift of non

perishable food items to be donated to the Rosewood Community Centre at conclusion of service. 0427640540 or 0754640540

Mon Oct 9

Mobile Women’s Health Clinic Esk Hospital, 0754244600

Tue Oct 10

Kilcoy Wellbeing Festival 2pm-6pm Yowie Park.

Wed Oct 11

Line Dancing (Seniors Month) Forest Hill Hall, 6:30pm-9pm, RSVP - Tony—0412134356

Seniors Month Luncheon Gatton Shire Hall, doors open 9am, $10, bookings essential 0439030677

Thu Oct 12

Peace Ladies Stall in front of IGA Gatton, 8am-11am 54621334

Monoprint Workshop Lowood Open Door Galley 45 Railway St, 10.30am, monoprint a tote bag as part of our pink October fundraising, these bags will be donated to the Ipswich Hospital Breast Care Nurses for their clients. lowoodlions@gmail.com

Community Craft Skewer Art, Creative Healing Hub, Laidley Youth Centre, 9:30am-12:30pm, 0423692389 Corkz ’n’ Canvases 5pm-7pm. Laidley Youth Centre, with Creative Healing Hub. Each person receives one free Virgin Mamosa with a twist and nibblies. $50 per person. Bookings essential, 0423 692 389.

Fri Oct 13

Line Dancing (Seniors Month) Forest Hill Hall, 9am12noon, RSVP - Tony—0412134356

Sat Oct 14

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, 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 Helen 0418716057

Marburg Garden Expo Marburg Showgrounds, 8am3pm, $2pp entry (children free), everything you need for your garden and outdoor living space, guest speakers and demonstrations, food and drink, free parking, ATM on site, follow Marburg Garden & Outdoor Expo on Facebook.

Cent Sale Laidley RSL, 100 prizes, raffle, lucky door, doors open at noon and sale starts at 1.30pm, $5 entry includes afternoon tea, limit of 50, ring Jan 54651439 or 0401151147.

Condensory exhibition opening Intimate Immensity by Ian Friend & Littoralis by Anita Hotsclaw, 4pm-6pm. Refreshments provided. Bookings essential

0754231036

Mon Oct 16

Seniors Month morning tea and lunch at Laidley Pioneer Village, cnr Dayton & Pioneer Sts, 9am-1pm, bookings essential 0439588054 or 0439030677

Tue Oct 17

Seniors Month social day ‘Hawaii Theme’, dress up and join in the fun, 9am-1.30pm, morning tea, entertainment, and two course meal, $12, Gatton Seniors Centre, bookings essential 0439030677

Wed Oct 18

Seniors Month mystery bus trip, bus leaves 8.30am, $12, Gatton Senior Centre, bookings essential (free), 0439030677

Leather workshop. 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.30pm4.30pm. Introduction to leather work with The Creative Healing Hub @ Laidley Youth Centre. Light refreshments provided. 0423 692 389.

Forest Hill History Walk/Talk (Seniors Month) 9am10:30am, Forest Hill Hall, RSVP - June—0754654333

Sound healing, earthing & meditation Creative Healing Hub, 10am-12pm, Laidley Youth Centrre 0423692389

Thu Oct 19

Thrive Movement Exercise (Seniors Month) Forest Hill Hall, 10am-12pm, RSVP - June—0754654333

Community Craft Halloween Cemetarium planter, Creative Healing Hub, Laidley Youth Centre, 9:30am12:30pm, 0423692389

Fri Oct 20—Sat Oct 21

Tea Cozies & Aprons Display 7am,2pm both days, Rosewood QCWA rooms, 4 John Street. Free entry, street stall selling cakes, slices and more. Devonshire teas available for a donation. 0427027379

MOORE WEEKLY STARS

October 2-8, 2023

ARIES (Mar 21 - Apr 19)

This week the Sun, Mars and Mercury are all revving up your relationship and joint ventures zones. So harmonious partnerships and creative projects are highlighted. If you combine diplomacy with dynamism (and Ram charm with a sense of adventure) then you’ll sail through any challenges. Balance is the key. Your motto is from actress Claire Danes (who has the Sun in Aries and the Moon in Libra): “Relationships are a constant negotiation and balance.”

TAURUS (Apr 20 - May 20)

Remember that Jupiter (planet of expansion) and Uranus (planet of change) are both transiting through your sign. Between now and May 25 (when Jupiter moves into Gemini) it will be easier to initiate changes than at other times. So make the most of the opportunities that are around! Your mantra for the moment is from peace activist (and birthday great) Mahatma Gandhi: “Our greatest ability as humans is not to change the world, but to change ourselves.”

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20)

Expect your home-life to be busy and bamboozling, as Pluto and Neptune link up with your patron planet, Mercury. Aim to be very clear in the way you communicate on Monday and Tuesday, otherwise misunderstandings are likely. Wednesday is wonderful for looking beneath the surface gloss and gaining some deeper insights. Then Mercury moves into peaceful and harmonious Libra on Thursday, which will calm your nerves and rebalance your brain.

CANCER (June 21 - July 22)

Calling all Crabs – are you making the most of your clever mind? This week Pluto and Mercury activate your communication and education zones. So conversation, passionate debate, informal study, detailed research and strategic thinking will take you far. But – in order to avoid misunderstandings – do your best to convey your ideas in a clear and precise way. It’s also a good time to dig deeper into a relationship problem – the answer is

LEO (July 23 - Aug 22)

Languid Lions love to be pampered and preened but it’s time to jump out of your comfort zone and shake up your usual routine! Jupiter and Uranus are both jumping through your public reputation zone, which encourages you to do things differently, as you banish boredom and initiate positive changes. So your motto for the moment is from birthday great, political and peace activist Mahatma Gandhi: “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”

VIRGO (Aug 23 - Sep 22)

The buzz words this week are confusion and obsession. On Monday, nebulous Neptune opposes Mercury (your boss planet) and life becomes confusing as a family member, work colleague or close friend stuffs up your perfectly planned schedule. Then – on Tuesday and Wednesday – you could become totally a problem. With the help of passionate and persistent Pluto, there’s a good chance you’ll be successful!

LIBRA (Sep 23 - Oct 22)

Courtesy of your patron planet, Venus, a situation involving a class, club or friendship group should start to improve. With the Sun, Mars and Mercury visiting your sign this week, make sure your thoughts, words, actions and aspirations are all compatible and consistent. Your mantra for the moment is from birthday great, politician and peace activist Mahatma Gandhi: “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”

SCORPIO (Oct 23 - Nov 21)

Scorpios are drawn to extreme views, black and white thinking, and intense communication. Compulsive thoughts and bossy behaviour are certainly a danger this week, as Pluto links up with Mercury. But there are three planets in Libra, which encourage a more balanced approach as you contemplate the subtle shades of grey in-between. You dream, or a fateful meeting with someone special.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

This week, expect mental confusion and communication problems at home or work. The Sun, Mars and Mercury are moving through peace-loving Libra, in your friendship and networking zones. If you practice the gentle arts of patience and persuasion, then you’ll be surprised how much easier life can be. Draw inspiration from birthday great, peace activist Mahatma Gandhi: “Leadership at one time meant muscles; but today it means getting along with people.”

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

The Sun, Mars and Mercury are visiting yourdence and communication skills. So make the most of this celestial gift and show other people what you are truly capable of as you write that report, chair that meeting or clinch that deal. Wednesday is wonderful for doing research about an upcoming trip. Draw inspiration from birthday great, writer Anne Rice: “I’m always looking, and I’m always asking

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Flirt alert! With Venus in your partnership zone (and three planets powering through charm the cynics and dazzle the doubters. charm mode, you’re hard to resist.) Already attached? It’s time to reboot a tired relationship with some good old-fashioned romance. Singles – are you searching for your soulmate? Be on the lookout for a gregarious Gemini or a lusty Leo.

PISCES (Feb 19 - Mar 20)

It’s a good time to expand your world via new local friendships and peer group connections. If you link up with like-minded people, it will open doors of opportunity, professionally and personally. But Neptune (your ruler) opposes Mercury on Monday and Tuesday. So be careful what you say in person and post online, as a casual comment could lead to confusion and controversy. Commitments you make this week may not look so appealing next week!

COPYRIGHT Joanne Madeline Moore 2023

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 9am-12pm $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 Commu-

nity 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

Creative Healing Hub October weekly events at Laidley

Youth Centre: Chakradance

Thu 10am-12pm, Wellness

Talk Thu 2pm-4pm, Medita-

tion Fri 10am-12pm, Healing

Power of Crystals, Fri 2pm4pm. Bookings: 0423692389

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 0466721919

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

9.30am-12pm 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

Gatton Weight-Loss Support Group Tue 9am, 91 Western Hwy Gatton, 0439700716

Glamorgan Vale CWA9am 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, 8.30am-12pm, 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 6pm-9pm Laidley Cultural Centre 0408631292

Laidley Uniting Church

Playgroup Thu 9.30am11am, 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

Line Dancing Classes Gat-

ton Seniors Centre, Thu 9,.30am-11.30am, beginner classes $7, 0439030677

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

Lockyer International

Women Group Tue 9.30am-

11.30am, Gatton Seventh Day Adventist Church North St find 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 9am11.30am social, Thu 9am-

11.30am painting mediums, 1st Sat/mth 9.30am-12 facilitated workshops (bookings essential, fees apply)

0490825846

Lockyer Valley Camera Club last Thu/mth, 6.30pm, Lutheran Church Hall 7 Macgregor St Laidley. FB: LaidleyCameraClub

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 8am12pm.

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 Euchre Wed 7pm at Lowood Showgrounds, all levels welcome 0439301955

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

Myplace Lockyer Valley putting unity back in community, 3rd Sat/mth 1pm, Colonial Café at Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre Gatton, 0426815472

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 and District Support Centre Pop-up Hub 8.30am-12pm, Walloon 1st Wed/mth, Marburg 2nd Wed/mth, Grandchester last Wed/mth, 5464 1544

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

Rosewood Weekly Get Together Anglican Church grounds John St, Fri 9am12pm, coffee cake and chat, check out trash and treasure shed. 0413789763

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

TEAM TRADE WASTE PTY LTD

Buck miniature Goat 18 months ready for breeding

$350.00 Ph 0411 729 656

For sale turkeys pairs and trios call for price. Guinea fowl young adults $30 each. Wanted 2 female call ducks. Please call 0432 736 741

Anyone interested in doing an on farm butchering job on a weaner approximately 300kg live weight. Ph: 0428 611 649

Fertile eggs available $45.00 a dozen. Potage is available as well, express post/egg safe carton $25.00 Sussexs eggs / Pekin eggs.Some times I have pullets available as well. Contact Debbie 0447795657.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES

Farm Fresh Emperor Mandarins available for pick up Glencairn and Glamorganvale. Contact Kym

Ph 0497225681

1 x Indian ringneck hen - $100. Ph: 0417 043 787

“Glenola” wind up gramophone in nice restored condition. These were made in Melbourne in the early part of last century. In good working order but could do with a new needle holder. $300 Ph: 0418 734 633

ACCESSORIES

Landcruiser Ute FJ45, canopy, 2H Diesel motor, gearboxes, radiators & more. Ph: 0468 635 854

Motorcycle, Kymco Super 850, 12mths rego, near new, $1800 Ph: 0428 971 692

Falcon XR6 ute 2005, auto, reg to 5/24, towbar, tonneau, 2 keys, logbooks 175,000km, RWC, located Toowoomba. Ph Noel 0427 357 244

International motor, suit truck/tractor/boat. 6 cylinder D466 125hp non turbo in very good running condition. Looked after, regular services, must be sold. Ph: 0427 279 487

BOATING & CARAVANS

Camper trailer, new mattress, gas stove, VGC. Ph: 0427 261 333

Ph: 0429 394 665

Slasher 5ft heavy duty, adjustable height good condition $700 Phone 0408 876 054

NAPIER Cultivator, chisel plough, 240mm, new points, 13 tyne, 3m wide. Ph: 0427 279 487

MISCELLANEOUS

Wheelie walker, foldable with seat, good condition, $50. Ph: 07 5462 3076

QUIPMED 24” Folding Wheelchair Alloy with Brakes Folding Armrests for Dining, new still in box. RRP $359 $250 · Cash only pick Adare 0421 322 572

Yamaha keyboard organ / piano, electric/battery, manual included, no stand. $80. Ph: 0456 881 319

Gyprock lifter in good condition - $150. Ph: 0447 011 781

4 x laminated beams, 250mm x 70mm, 2 x 6.3m, 2 x 4.8m, $200. Ph: 0417 647 103

7 x Purlins, 320mm x 90mm x 3 metres long, $250. Ph: 0427 279 487

Sidney Sheldon, Patricia Cornwall, Ruth Rendall, Kathy Reitch book, hard & soft covers, $1 each. Ph: 0417 778 982

Children’s books, good conditionm 50c to $1 each. Ph: 0417 778 982

Workshop full length steel ramp on 0.6 cu.m. concrete block make excellent farm loading ramp. $350. Phone 0408 876 054

Giveaway microwave Panosonic inverter 30L, Rosewood Ph 0438 693 256

FURNITURE

3 seater purple lounge, as new, $450. Ph: 07 5462 3076

King size bedframe only, $30. Ph: 0456 881 319

2 Electric recliners, one in good condition, one needs to be connected to the plug. Welcome to anyone who wants them. Phone: 0409 697 868

Antique Wardrobe, three door, two compartments hanging space and centre compartment drawers. Useable condition but could do with some work. Is 70+ years old. $200.00 ono. Phone 040072023

Colonial style mirror back 5 shelf china cabinet with lock up drawer $350 stained. Ph: 0422 315 707

Axe heads with plumb brand stamp. Ph: 0435 047 082

Anyone interested in doing an on farm butchering job on a weaner approximately 300kg live weight.

Ph: 0428 611 649

Wanted travelling irrigator, prefer with 3- 3 1/2 inch hose 0428 427 815

List your item for free*

DEADLINE 2pm FRIDAY

BOWLS LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB

Wednesday Social. M. Zabel, S. Reck, S. Harrison. 16. A. farley, D. Moyle, R. Knight. 15. M. Whereat, R. Webb, P. Morgan. 15. J. Mace, R. Pagett, K. Green. 6. K. McGuire, m. Anderson20. L. Holmes. M. Locker15. Mixed pairs Competition. C. McGuire, D. McGuire. 18. J. Budd, P. McAndrews. 17. Mens Singles. F. Ellicot. 25. T. Watson. 18. Ladies A.G.M. President = S. Reck. Snr Vice = M. Anderson. Secretary = P. Grantham. Games Director = C. McGuire. Selectors = Marg, Chris, Shirley. Delegate = Shirley. We look forward to another good year in 2024. Our sympathies go out to the Steinhardt family in their loss of our old bowler and friend Col. May he rest in peace.

TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB

On Sunday 1st October we hosted Brian Loveland’s Cancer Charity day and what a day it was, with a full green of players both experienced and non experienced. We played 2 games of Triples with plenty of prizes available to be won in the games and to Brian and all his supporters for a great day.

Winners on the day were: For Biggest Win: John’s Team. Worst Loss: Brad’s Team. Least Ends: Len’s Team. Most Ends: Sue’s Team, Smallest Winning Margin: Gumsey’s Team and Biggest Winning Margin: Des’s Team: Blind Draw out of the hat: Phils team. For the Calendar.

1. Our Club’s 75th Anniversary will be held on Sunday 8th October. 10.00 for an 10.30am START.

2. Our next Club Meeting will be Sunday 15th October 2023. All members are invited to attend at 9.00am and to help in the running of the club by participating in discussions. See you on the Green.

BRIDGE

LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB

27th September, 2023.

Sue Hooper & Michelle Porter led the way 62.50% - nice margin obtain congratulations to you both.

R & A McLucas & J & G Orrin tying for 2nd place 55.83%, H Geitz & B Fitzgerald 48.33%, R Drouin & T Fitzgerald 42.50%, W Pickles & P Hooper 40%. We are going to participate in a 4th Australia-Wide Pairs

Restricted <300 Master points event on 25th October, so if you are visiting the Lockyer, have ABF Membership, and wish to take play phone Joy Orrin on 0429700376. Two of our previous event. It would be great to increase our Membership now or in the forthcoming year and are ready to welcome Players. If you are visiting the Lockyer Valley & 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. Joy Orrin is the organizer for Tuesday’s play phone 0429700376 or 54659284.

CRICKET

LAIDLEY DISTRICT CRICKET CLUB

Cricket Ipswich Season 2023/24

Brothers Ipswich Cricket Club v Laidley District Cricket Club @ Ivor Marsden (Ray Walker oval) - Date: 30/09/23

1st Division – 50 over match

Brothers Ipswich won the toss and sent the Bluedogs in on what looked to be a greenish pitch after recent storms during the week. Chris Wilson and Joe Sippel got Laidley off to a positive start before Boettcher claimed both wickets. Ben O’Connell and Kade Martin steadied the ship and pushed Laidley to 77 before O’Connell fell. Two more quick wickets fell in skipper Alex Welsh and Kade Martin. Laidley 5-94 and soon becoming 6-115 when Bibek joined the pavilion. Youngster Noah Plater (41*) and the experienced Michael Sippel (46- also his age. ) pushed the score to a competitive 212.

Brothers started well with Amila -

ever it was skipper Alex Welsh that broke the opening partnership. Welsh would go on and claim 4-7 off his ten overs with Will Peasley-MacFarlane cleaning up the tale with 4-35 off 9. Strong performances from Noah Plater and Michael Sippel with the bat. Alex Welsh and Will Peasley-MacFarlane share the spoils with the ball.

Great win for Laidley.

2nd Division – Bye

3rd Division- Competition commences 7th of October

VALLEY VIKINGS

TOUGH OPENER FOR VIKINGS.

The timing couldn’t have been worse than to draw the top team, Centrals, in the opening round. With two away on Rep duty, some injuries and others absent for the holiday long weekend, the Vikings were missing some

Cahill Park deck, the Vikings did well enough to have them 6-254 after 50 overs. Zeke Kugel turned in an amazing 1-17 off ten consecutive overs, while Hayden Sippel was again highly economical. For a while, the Vikings were in the chase, when Kelsey O’Dea and Rogan Utz advanced them to 1-80. But with Kelsey, and Rogan, again with 50 plus, back in the sheds, the remainder found the challenge too tough, and fell for 159.

The Lockyer season is highly anticipated, with Glenore Grove names from previous years being

spruiked around, which would beef up the personnel for some clubs. The popular Friday Night T 20 under lights is shaping to be as attractive as last year and is looked on with envy by neighbouring Associations. It all kicks off on October 14, which is nearly upon us.

GOLF

ESK GOLF CLUB

Saturday 1/10 23 - Mixed Foursomes Championship Sponsored by Jim & Cathy Guest Winners G/N

D Lee/J Lee 133/110.5

R/UP - T Adams/S Adams

138/107.25, H Knubel/F Pickering 145/106, L Latter/G Lockett

145/112, B Gargano/H Gargano

154/114.25, J Guest/C Guest

177/120

Best Nett Score - H Knubel/F Pickering 106nett

Annual Mixed Foursomes Championships were played today, with Dave Lee and Julie Lee taking out the title for the 4th year in a row.

Congratulations to you two. Heinz and Fay winning the best Nett score, but it is the best Gross score for Annual Championships.

The Men Played a Single Stableford

Winner - C Nielsen 38pts

R/UP - S Lerm 37

Run Down - P Cook 36, C Pettet 35, I Knopke 33, B Tumney 33

NTP - Mixed 4Somes

1/10 4th L Latter/G Lockett, 5/14 4th B Gargano/H Gargano (in hole)

Mens Handicap 0-18

3/12 2nd B Thorogood, 6/15 2nd

S Wilson

H/C 19+ - 2/11 3rd C Pettet (in hole), 9/18 3rd C Pettet

Many thanks to Jim and Cathy for Sponsoring the day and providing some top prizes.

Sunday 1/10/23 - 9 Hole Chooky

Winner - G Spencer 24nett

R/UP - C Pettet 32, M Beetz 33, G Steele 33, C Wheeler 34, J Lumsden 35, P Cook 35, J Humphrey 35, M Scott 36, G Ray 37, G Punch 37, D Back 37, V Scott 37, S Wilson 38, G Lockett 40(L), J Smrecnik 44, D Warner 50, C Smrecnik 54 Putting Competition - Garry Spencer

15putts

NTP - No 13 V Scott, No 17 2nd G Spencer

Good turnout for our Chooky, with Garry having a top day to take the win with a record breaking score of 24nett, and a pin shot and the putting competition, bang goes his handicap for awhile. Quite a few new players today, hope they enjoyed their day and come back.

LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB

Saturday 30th September - Men & Ladies Single Stableford

Also 2nd Round Mixed Pairs Matchplay

Ladies Daily Winner: Jan Sippel 35 Runner Up: Michelle Taylor 34

Run Down: O. Luck 34, T. Harris 33 Pins: (Pro Pin) Judy Logan (Div.1) Michelle Taylor (Div.2) Julie Murray (Div.3) Teena Pyers

Runner Up: Lionel Edwards 40 Run Down: B. Jurd 37, P. Mc Fie 37, F. Sippel 36, G Zischke 36, J. Stewart 35, J. Green 35, A. Barrow 34, R. Gray 34

Pin Shots: (Pro Pin) Cameron Panzram (Div.1) Troy Grimshaw (Div.2) Derryn James (Div.3) ------

Results of 2nd Round Mixed Matchplay

C. Panzram & J. Blaney defeated D. James & T. Pyers on the 20th hole

A. Parker & P. Davis defeated D. Hauser & J. Edwards 4/3

R. Yeo & J. Murray defeated N. Channells & J. Paroz 1 up G. Heuston & H. Gray defeated T. Grimshaw & C. Schiewe on the 21st hole

Next Round of Mixed Matchplay to be played on Saturday 14th October

C. Panzram & J. Blaney to play A. Parker & P. Davis

R. Yeo & J. Murray to play G. Heuston & H. Gray

Thursday 28th September - Open

Competition - Single Stableford

Winner: Ray Davis 42

Runner Up: Robin Stagg 40

Run Down: R. Yeo 38, F. Sippel 36, R. King 36, G. Wild 36, Garry Hulett 36, Pins: (Pro Pin) Peter Bird (Div.1) Rodney King (Div.2) Glen Natalier (All In) Adam Cullen

Congratulations to Garry Hulett who had an EAGLE on the Par 4 5th Hole

today!!!!!

Wednesday 27th September - Ladies

Competition - Single Stableford

LOWOOD GOLF CLUB

Results for Tuesday 26 September

2023 Single Stableford

Men: Winner: R Young 42 ocb R/Up: N Sippel 42

Men’s BRD: D Sippel 38 D Sheraton 38, S Webb J Luxford 37 N Emmerson

M Whitwell 36 ocb

Ladies: Winner: E Jensen 35 R/Up: Peta Dwyer 29

Ladies’ BRD: N/A

NTPs: 2: A Skinner 5: K Niemeyer 11:

C Smale 14: N Sippel 14 Ladies 2nd shot: E Jensen 3/12 2nd shot Div 1: A Skinner Div 2: D Sheraton

Results for Thursday 28 September

2023 Single Stableford

Men: Winner: N Emmerson 44 R/Up: D Sippel 39

Ladies: Winner: J Hines 37 R/Up: L Emmerson-Smale 35 BRD: P Harmon 38 D Bond A Page 37, S Webb D Sheraton G Milady S Kaituu 36

NTPs: 2: P Mahoney 5: R Mancktelow 11: V Bales 14: G Hair 14 Ladies 2nd shot: J Hines 4/13 2nd shot Div 1: R Mancktelow Div 2: P Harmon Secret Partners (4BBB Stab): N Emmerson & L Sheraton 48 D Sippel & M Callander 46 ocb J McQueen &

A Page 46

Results for Saturday 30 September

2023 Single Stableford

Winner: R Coolwell 41 R/Up: G Winter 38

BRD: Peter Coles 38 E Hoger 37 H

Doran B WielandD Gray A Chambers

H Buckley 36 J Ormaechea Shane

KopelkeS Webb 35

NTPs: 2: D McTaggart 5: G Sippel 11:

W Parker 14: D Hellyer 14 Ladies 2nd shot: E Jensen 9/18 2nd shot Div 1:

D Gray Div 2: R Peasey

ROSEWOOD GOLF CLUB

RESULTS 20.9.23

LADIES SINGLE STABLEFORD:

Winner: M Gibson 38 pts

R/Up: S Morgan 37 pts

NTP - No 2: M Boonstoppel 127 cm, No9: M Woodrow 84 cm, No 11: M Woodrow 71 cm, No 15: D Stanley 158 cm

RESULTS 27.9.23:

Ladies Single Stableford:

Winner: M Richardson 41 pts

R/Up: D Stanley 35 pts

NTP - No 2: M Richardson 60 cm, No9: S Partridge 139 cm, No 11: D Stanley 66 cm, No 15: D Stanley 86 cm

RESULTS 28.9.23:

Single Stableford: (16 players)

Winner: S Hibberd36 pts

R/Up: M Harris-Walker 35 pts

Run Down: G Gatehouse34 pts

NTP - No 2: M Harris-Walker 14 cm, No9: M Soich 14 cm, No 11: R

Ala-Outinen 66 cm, No 15: S Hibberd 72 cm

RESULTS 30.9.23:

Open Single Matchplay Finals:

Men: S Muggeridge def D Russell 4-3

Ladies: E Nelson def S Curran 1 up

Single Stableford:

Winner: Div 1: S Browning 39 pts, Div

2: M Lee 37 pts, Div 3: L Petersen

OCB 38 pts, Ladies: T Aumua 34 pts

R/Up: Div 1: B Horridge 37 pts, Div

2: R HunterOCB 34 pts, Div 3: H

Molkentien38 pts,

33 pts

Ladies: M Morton

Run Down: Men to34, Ladies to 31

NTP - No 2: JPiccini, Ladies: A Finch 39 cm, No9: (0-18) D Hollands Hole in One, (19+) W Browning 50 cm,

Ladies: E Nelson 24 cm, No 11: L

Iron Sights/Sporter out of 105.21.

C. Greenwood 97. 4 and R. Perry 94.3

Sporter

S. Cahlon 90.5

F. Class out of 126.21

F. Open.

D. Reddan 117.5, and A. Steele 54.2

F STD.

R. Cowburn 112.4 , J. Findlay 107.3 and T. Schulz 107.2

Next week a 300yds.

SAILING

BRISBANE VALLEY SAILING CLUB

Comprehensive Race Report Wayne Gordon Memorial Trophy (Yardstick Event) / Spring Series (Handicap Event)

Morning Series

Race Date : Sat, 23 Sep 2023, (Season Race 3)

Catamaran - Div1 (<=126), New Rank, Yacht Name, Sail No. , Skipper, Class, Ystk, Elapsed Time, CT Yardstick, CT Handicap, New PI

1, Wing It, 1319, David Parker, Weta 4. 4 Trimaran (Sqt, 1up), 87, 0:54:59, 1:03:12, 1:01:18, 2.79

2, Ding Ding Back In The Ring, 63277, Steve Scott, Hobie 14 Turbo (1up, Trap), 91, 0:58:57, 1:04:47, 1:04:35, 0.32

3, Sunshower, 1286, Greg Johnston, Weta 4. 4 Trimaran (Sqt, 1up), 87, 0:57:12, 1:05:45, 1:03:02, 4.21

4, Rabbit, 1234, Philip Bennett, Weta

4. 4 Trimaran (Sqt, 1up), 87, 1:01:17, 1:10:26, 1:05:44, 7.88

Dnf, N/A, 925, Nolan Keen, Weta 4.

4 Trimaran (Sqt, 1up), 87, 0, 6.00 Wayne Gordon Memorial Trophy (Yardstick Event) / Spring Series (Handicap Event)

Afternoon Series

Race Date : Sat, 23 Sep 2023, (Season Race 4) Catamaran - Div1 (<=126)

Rank, Yacht Name, Sail No. , Skipper, Class, Ystk, Elapsed Time, CT Yardstick, CT Handicap, New PI

1, Ding Ding Back In The Ring, 63277, Steve Scott, Hobie 14 Turbo (1up, Trap), 91, 1:09:40, 1:16:33, 1:15:19, 1.48

Petersen 204 cm,

Ladies: S Curran, No 15: D Walkom, Ladies: S Tupai,

Approach (No 6): R Hunter, Ladies: E Nelson

RIFLE

GATTON GLENORE GROVE RIFLE

CLUB

A warm sunny Saturday afternoon and a mild Northerly breeze gusting often was present for the not so long 800yd range. Although shorter, the week, with and a tricky mirage made sure scores were kept low. A Brave move by new shooter S Cahlon to use at 800yd paid off with a creditable 90. 5.

2, Sunshower, 1286, Greg Johnston, Weta 4.4 Trimaran (Sqt, 1up), 87, 1:07:47, 1:17:55, 1:15:24, 3.00

3, Wing It, 1319, David Parker, Weta 4. 4 Trimaran (Sqt, 1up), 87, 1:10:04, 1:20:32, 1:18:25, 2.98

4, Rabbit, 1234, Philip Bennett, Weta

4. 4 Trimaran (Sqt, 1up), 87, 1:11:07, 1:21:45, 1:17:17, 6.10

Dnf, N/A, 925, Nolan Keen, Weta 4. 4 Trimaran (Sqt, 1up), 87, 0, 6. 0 SOFTBALL

LAIDLEY SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION

Social Sof tball has started back at Laidley on Tuesday Nights at 6.30pm for men and women. Bring a team or come and join one! Where: Softball Diamonds, Laidley Rec Grounds. See the Laidley Softball Association facebook page for further information.

Adrian takes on the Arizonian skies

BY JACOB HAYDEN

SKYDIVE Ramblers Toogoolawah instructor Adrian

Seemann spent July and August 2023 representing Australia in canopy piloting nationals across Europe. The sport is quite niche, and Seemann said he has years with around 4,000

“What you’re trying to do is turn your parachute towards the ground to create

height and, depending on the discipline, either go as far as possible, as fast as possible to drag water for roughly for roughly 40 metres and then land as accurately as possible afterwards,” Seemann said.

“You are trying to turn toward the ground, creating little bit of time to get into it,

it’s not something beginner from Germany in 2016 to become an instructor with Ramblers.

“I started competing in canopy piloting in 2018, I did in the intermediate category,” Seemann said.

“Then in 2019 I did my in the open category, and in 2019 I also got to go to a world cup and represent Australia.

“[In July and August 2023] I went to Italy to compete at the Italian Canopy Piloting then I went to the Czech Republic and competed there as well for another big canopy piloting competition.”

Later this month, Seemann will head to Arizona, USA to compete in the biennial World Cup of Canopy

Piloting.

Somerset Regional Council awarded Seemann $1,000 through the Somerset Excellence Awards for June 2023, which he was grateful for. sport and there’s not much money in it, but it costs a lot, especially a trip to the US,” he said.

“Being able to get some support from the council here so I’m really, really thankful for the support.”

Seemann said canopy details.

“If you can be a tiny bit more aerodynamic then you go a tiny bit faster,” he said.

“There’s constant progression and constant tweaking of little things to get that fascinating, which keeps me

“You still learn a tiny little bit with each jump.”

Skydive Ramblers Toogoolawah instructor Adrian Seemann canopy piloting in Arizona.

PHOTO: MIKE MCGOWAN

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