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Shop locally all year round

OVER the past couple of weeks as I have been talking to local businesses, the consensus is most have been happy with their Christmas trading results.

Following a really tough couple of years, business owners are pleased to have at last found themselves on the right side of the ledger after the Christmas trading period. While the opportunity to shop locally is well promoted at Christmas time, I would like to remind residents to remember the importance of shopping locally all year round.

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Council bashing is not the intention BEING a Councillor isn’t an easy job, blames are placed on those making decisions on our behalf, especially when we don’t like the decisions.

In those cases, we tend to criticise individuals or the body as a whole.

Often the problem is the framework that the Council is required to work with.

By way of example: over the last decade a number of Development Applications, including one currently before Council, have received little to no public attention.

In reality they shouldportant and something the public should be aware of.

In all cases, guidelines and legislation were probably adhered to precisely, but was that enough?

Mayors and Councillors are elected by residents, paid to work on their behalf and have a responsibility to ensure the community is protected and enhanced.

Therefore, I believe it is reasonable to expect that when high-impact devel-

which was why we launched the annual Your Town promotion in 2021, and we ask that you support your local businesses all year round. We have some great businesses and business owners in this region - I hear all the time how people from outside of this area travel to many of the businesses that are unique to this region. like our service businesses, food and coffee shops, and quirky boutiques not seen anywhere else. Many customers have told me they bought items in the region that they did not think would be available. They saved time and money by shopping locally.

opment applications pop up, Council and Councillors should be required to treat such applications with the seriousness required.

If this means a mention in the Council meetings, a Council notice in the local newspaper or a letter to affected residents, so be it.

It is not as if such concerning applications come along often.

An obscure, misleading sign and a tiny notice in the paper (as required by the guidelines) are useless for informing the public.

My point is not to bash Council and Councillors for their decisions or for adhering to an inadequate set of rules, but to encourage them to remember who they are working for.

Even just a tiny shift in focus on important issues will lead to far more community awareness and engagement on issues and no doubt much less criticism regardless of the decisions ultimately made.

Robert Brown Helidon Hills

Noise stress for koalas

THE council is in the process of approving a rocket

All our local business owners ask is the opportunity to supply or to get it in for you if it’s not in stock.

Most are happy to even assemble or deliver items for a minimal fee.

Often you know the person behind the counter, you may see them at weekend sport or church which only helps to make the transaction so much easier.

eBay does not sponsor the local sports brigades or support our local shows and events, but our local business owners do.

range in the pristine koala habitat in the Helidon Hills north west of Gatton.

The koala has been listed as an endangered species in NSW and Queensland, and the species may be extinct by 2050 if the decline in population persists.

The koala has a narrow range of trees it can eat.

Food trees include Redash, Bloodwood and some Paperbark common in the western Lockyer valley.

It also has a narrow amount of time in which it can eat, as the rest of the time has to be spent sleeping and digesting.

Noise stress of even a minor sort has been shown to increase vigilance and decrease eating, and digestive time, in koalas and many other native species.

This in turn reduces immune competency, so that there is an increase in infectious diseases such as chlamydia and retroviruses, and leads to loss of reproductive competence and growth, and thence species survival.

Koalas have poor vision, which is compensated for by extremely sensitive

hearing, so that noise is louder to them than us.

Koalas particularly are attached to the group of trees where they grew up - they do not travel great distances.

The numbers in each group in each area has declined, so that they are facing extinction where there public intrusion with chain saws, motor bikes, lawn mowers and noisy vehicles, and especially will be with rockets in their area.

The native animals usually do not become accustomed to manmade stressors such as noise, and to preserve species, the koala habitat areas need to be preserved with reduced noise and people transit, and people need to be educated on how to live with koalas.

The present fashionable acreage extrusion fences are a disaster for koala survival as larger males cannot move through them for mating.

We need to do more than give the wildlife areas that we don’t want.

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RACQ: Three of Queensland’s most unroadworthy roads

BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE WARREGO, Brisbane Valley and D’Aguilar Highways have ranked among the top ten most unroadworthy roads in Queensland in a November 2022 survey conducted by RACQ.

Engineering Manager Gregory Miszkowycz said 78% highlighted rough road

“We need targeted investment to ensure road upgrades are dedicated rehabilitation and resiland extreme weather events expected in years to come,” Mr Miszkowycz said. The Warrego Highway placed 6th in the ranking with 27 respondents idento damage caused by rain, road was uneven, rough, had potholes and in some

locations it needed a comand congestion concerns were highlighted through the highway.

Region’s Brisbane Valley Highway and D’Aguilar with 21 responses each. Common issues included potholes, narrow roads and a

nities.

cil Mayor Graeme Lehmann said the report said what people already knew about the roads.

“Our main transport Cr Lehmann said it was highways properly.

“Our community deserves better and while we are

pleased that work has started on upgrading the Fernvale Brisbane Valley Highway, more is needed.

“We are also appreciative Government’s commitment

City Deals program.”

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Somerset updates

Culvert funding approved SOMERSET Regional Council (SRC) secured funding to replace a major culvert structure on Murrumba Road, Esk.

The Queensland Resilience and Risk Reduction Funding program will underwrite 50% of the $1,126412 project.

Community Assistance Grants now open SRC wants community groups in the region to apply for funding under its Community Assistance Grants program. Funding ranges from $500 to $5,000 and the round opened on February 6 and closes on March 1, 2023.

Visit somerset.grantguru. com.au for more details Movement to Music returns

Highway, but details and planning and negotiations.

McDonald began a campaign built at the Warrego Highway Forest Hill Fernvale Road intersection.

“It is also the only sectionbane and Toowoomba that ispass will stop the crashes said.

The Movement to Music classes start back in Toogoolawah’s Alexandra Hall.

The classes are a great opportunity for people aged 40 and older to enjoy regular exercise in a friendly space.

The next ten-week term of Movement to Music starts on Monday February 20 at Alexandra Hall Toogoolawah.

The classes start at 9.15am. The program costs $40 for the ten weeks and participants should phone Council on 5424 4000 to register.

Smith St trees removed after recurring damage, vandalism

SEVERAL trees were removed from the centre of Smith Street in Gatton after ongoing issues.

Lockyer Valley Infrastructure Portfolio Councillor Janice Holstein said the trees caused damage to the pavements.

“The trees were removed because of repeated damage caused to the pavement by the roots and water ingress into the pavement, both of which reduce the structural life of the pavement and create hazards for road users,”

she said.

“Given the amount of road damage across the region due to rain, it is important council takes practical measures such as this to reduce future damage.”

The trees were not the

only ones causing damage, but had been the victims themselves.

“There is also a history of the trees being poisoned or vandalised over the last 10 years and they have been replaced multiple times,” Cr Holstein said.

out last year and the work is expected to be completed next month.

“Lockyer Valley Regionalcation of works to every resident and business along Smith Street prior to

the works starting – once in October and again in mid-January,” Cr Holstein said.

“The pavement repairs have now been completed and the reseal of the entire

ised by the end of March.”

Saturday night movies alive at Alexandra Hall

BY GRACE CRICHTON

PICTURE theatres in country towns are a rare occurrence today, but the Toogoolawah Pictures continues to prove its tenacity.

Like many events or clubs, the pictures are still recovering from the impacts of COVID.

Run by the Toogoolawah and District Progress Society, the movies are the main source of income for the Alexandra Hall, which the society owns and is responsible for maintaining.

Toogoolawah and District Progress Society secretary Helen Brieschke said pre-pandemic, the weekly movies attracted a full house every time.

“COVID did make a mess of things, especially when we were hemmed to one [person] every four square

metres,” she said.

They are currently screening a movie every second week, and although blockbusters like ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ attracted a huge crowd in January, people are not going out as often as they used to.

With the nearest cinema more than 80 kilometres away and an hour or more to or Toowoomba, it is important to the progress association to keep providing the pictures for the community.

“Quite honestly a lot of

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AM Nikki Boyd visits Lockyer Valley

LOCKYER Valley Regional Council (LVRC) welcomed Assistant Minister for Local Government Nikki Boyd MP to the region on Monday January 30.

people would not get to go to the pictures at all,” Mrs Brieschke said.

“It’s something for the community.”

The next movie at the Toogoolawah Pictures is ‘A Man Called Otto’, on Saturday February 11.

Discussion focused on a range of issues, including the Strengthen ing Grantham Project, the Australian Rail Track Corporation’s alignment review, future planning of the Plainland Development, Whites Bridge in Laidley and the Warrego Highway Forest Hill Fernvale Road intersection, the Southern QLD

Correctional Centre Men’s Centrre and other local issues, as well as a visit to the completed Stage One Fairways Park.

Mayor Tanya Milligan expressed council’s appreciation to AM Boyd for taking the time to personally visit LVRC.

“We are always honoured to welcome members of government to the Lockyer Valley and our local issues, opportunities, and plans,” Cr Milligan said.

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Toogoolawah Pictures had a set back with COVID, but the volunteer-run fortnightly screenings continue to provide an outing for the community.PHOTO: TOOGOOLAWAH PICTURES FACEBOOK

LVRC Councillors Brett Qualischefski, Janice Holstein, Assistant Minister for Local Government Nikki Boyd MP, Mayor Tanya Milligan and Councillor Chris Wilson.PHOTO: LVRC

BY JACOB HAYDEN

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Lockyer updates

Clean Up Australia Day

SUNDAY March 5 is Clean Up

Australia Day and Lockyer Valley Regional Council (LVRC) is encouraging residents to register online now.

Join a local clean up by visiting cleanupaustraliaday.org. au/join-a-clean-up

Biosecurity Surveillance Program

LVRC’s three-year Biosecurity Surveillance Program was authorised by Council at the January Ordinary Meeting.

LVRC has proactively implemented the Program in accordance with the Biosecurity Act 2014 to address the region’s biosecurity matters.

Visit lockyervalley.qld.gov.au

Welcome Baby Celebration

Registrations for the 2023 Welcome Baby Celebration are now open.

with blinders on and don’t they get hurt they’re obviously not going to be able to

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Fundraiser to support Gandep project

A FUNDRAISING evening held on Saturday [January 28] night raised $3,200 for the Gandep project.

The Gandep project is a project that will support 170 villages and 20,000 people in Central PNG who currently have no medical and educational facilities.

On Saturday night, members from the Papuan New

Australia Labour Mobility) scheme danced and sang.

Colonial Café and Catering provided a buffet dinner, donating the hire of the function room for the event.

Mayor Tanya Milligan shared her experience of walking the Kokoda track in 2019 and expressed her appreciation to those

involved in organizing and hosting the event.

Engineer Laury Tate and Project Director Jim West provided insight into the opportunities this project will bring and thanked all those who attended, performed and served to make the fundraiser a success.

The event was organized by the Lockyer Multicultur-

al Association.

The fundraising event has unearthed some talented singers and dancers who are keen to perform for more community members.

For more information follow Lockyer Multicultural Association on Facebook or email lockyermulticulturalassoc@gmail.com

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The celebration will be held at the Gatton Library on Saturday June 3, 2023. at 10am. Register before Monday May 29 at lockyervalley.qld.gov.au/ welcome-baby

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St John Ambulance

St John Ambulance Australia’s code of practice recommends refresher training in CPR should be carried out every 12 months

Recycle your Nespresso pods at Lockyer Valley Libraries

LOCKYER Valley Regional Council (LVRC) is encouraging residents to leave their used Nespresso pods at Lockyer Valley Libraries and do their part to ensure a sustainable region.

LVRC Environment Portfolio Councillor Michael Hagan is encouraging Nespresso coffee lovers from all corners of the region to utilise this service, with recycling drop-off pods now active at Lockyer Valley Libraries in Gatton and Laidley.

“Simply drop in your individual pods, Nespresso recycling bags, or Australia Post recycling satchels and we’ll send them back to Nespresso to be recycled for you,” Cr Hagan said.

If you use an alternate pod, please contact your capsule manufacturer for recycling options.

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Get your gloves ready

JOIN Brisbane Valley-Kilcoy Landcare and help plant another 700 koala habitat trees on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail on March 19 and 25.

BVKL president Murray Oke said he hoped the whole community would get involved to help plant some local koala food and shelter species.

“Planting will be easy – the holes will be dug

ahead of time, all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate,” he said.

“We’ll have volunteers on hand to help if you’re new to tree planting.”

The planting site is on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail between Toogoolawah and Valley Highway.

Come along between 8am and 11am on Sunday March 19 or Saturday March 25

Brisbane Valley Highway, between Toogoolawah and Harlin.

The planting on March 25 is a collaboration with the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Users Association, and some tree planters will arrive by bike.

This Brisbane Valley –Kilcoy Landcare tree planting project is supported by a Federal Government grant

through the Planting Trees for The Queen’s Jubilee program.

The Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads, and the Somerset Regional Council have also supported the project. For more information, visit Brisbane Valley-Kilcoy’s Facebook page or website.

brisbanevalleykilcoylandcare.net.au

HORSE Archery QLD

Lockyer Valley has a new homebase for 2023 at the Laidley Showgrounds.

year is scheduled for Saturday February 18 from 8:30am to 12pm.

Bernadette Hall welcomed newer members to contact the club for enquiries.

“It’s a new challenge and it’s a great bunch of friends, we get along so well,” Mrs Hall said.

“HAQ Lockyer Valley... has been set up to provide a friendly, fun, safe and affordable opportunity for people to practice the ancient skill of archery and horse archery and learn about the history.”

The group meets every third Saturday of the month.

Email: haqlockyer@ gmail.com

New home for horse archers Soul Desire

Brisbane Valley-Kilcoy Landcare invite the public to join them for the next phase of their tree planting project.

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Wearable art challenge for International Women’s Day

BY GRACE CRICHTON

Svenja goes solo at Lockyer Valley

RESIDENTS of the Lockyer Valley will have the opportunity to view artist Svenja’s latest exhibition, titled Algalrhythms, at Lockyer Valley Art Gallery from this Friday.

residency on King Island in December 2019, Svenja’s new body of exhibition.

It also marks a dramatic shift in her practice from a decade working in wearable art, to creating low-relief sculptural panels, paintings, and more.

Councillor Michael Hagan said the exhibition highlights how well accepting the Lockyer Valley Art Gallery is for visiting artists.

Svenja is offering an this exhibition at 5.30pm, Friday February 10, prior

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opening at 6.30pm.

RSVP to attend this event by calling the Art Gallery on 5466 3434.

The exhibition runs until March 26, 2023.

The Art Gallery can be found within the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, Gatton and is open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am - 4pm.

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Textile artist Izumy Rosa Hirakata (second from right) ran a wearable art workshop for local creators

Wheely fun day with Billy Carts

LEFT: Tina Jansen with Jason Webb, Teagan Kelly and birthday boy Diederik Jansen who celebrated turning nine with a picnic at the Lockyer Valley Billy Cart Family Fun Day. BELOW: Young billy cart racers were geared up to race again and again.

LAIDLEY FAMILY DOCTORS

Service to faith, family, and farmers

MAURICE James Zielke

was born in Bundaberg on June 15, 1938.

He was the son of Heinrich and Evelyn Zielke (nee Leisemann) and a brother to Daphne, Noel, and Margaret (deceased).

At age eight, the family moved to a dairy farm at Tarampa and they attended the Tarampa Community and Sunday School.

When he was nine, they moved to Kentville and started attending the Hatton Vale Community where he worshipped for the remainder of his life.

at Hatton Vale in 1952 and he was part of the second group concathedral.

When Maurice was at Gatton State School, he enjoyed playing tennis, cricket and football.

At the age of 14, Maurice left school and commenced his working life at Agricultural Requirements where he worked for 51 years.

During this time, he was very well known and respected within the Lockyer Valley district by local farmers for his expertise and knowledge of every part of every implement.

There he witnessed the transition from horse drawn to tractor drawn machinery. He started as a service up as a branch manager. He was also the manager

of the imported range of machinery and he was the stock manager of seven branches and 48 dealers around Australia.

Maurice credited founder Gerald Burgess for teaching him work ethics and the importance of customer service.

In 1959, Maurice celebrated his 21st birthday.

On that night he had his eye on his future wife, Marlene Zischke.

Maurice and Marlene were married on December 10, 1960 at Hatton Vale by

Bishop Niemeyer.

Maurice and Marlene were blessed with three children, Darren in 1961, Marvin in 1963 and Patrina in 1967.

In 1984, Craig Tovey became part of the family and Maurice and Marlene treated him with the same love children.

In 1973, Maurice was orfor the Hatton Vale Community.

After 21 years of labour, he was ordained to the Priest Of-

soul love to all members within the community and everyone they met.

In 2010, Maurice and Marlene celebrated their golden wedding anniversary.

Maurice and Marlene were always inseparable and the love that they shared could always be seen by all.

During their time together they holidayed at the Sunshine and Gold Coasts and also had the privilege to travel around Australia with many church members, creat-

ing cherished memories.

Anyone that new Maurice knew how he loved to take photos of every event as a memory, even if they weren’t in focus.

He was also known for his sense of humour and corny jokes which we all looked forward to.

Maurice was part of many senior groups where he went on many day trips, enjoying morning teas and lunches with his friends which he enjoyed immensely.

He had the ability to talk

to anyone and always made them feel welcome.

In Maurice’s later years, he went to computer lessons and was able to write stories and attach photos to give to his family and friends.

With the ability to use the computer competently he was able to write the story of his life which his family will treasure forever.

In 2013, Maurice was heartbroken to lose Marlene, the love of his life.

By dedicating their lives to their faith, Maurice and Marlene inspired their family to follow in their footsteps and continue to live an Apostolic life.

Their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren are all thankful for this blessing.

Maurice passed away peacefully on January 4, 2023 after a short illness with his family by his side.

Maurice is survived by his children Darren and Andrea, Marvin and Fiona, Patrina and Richard, Craig and Sue-Ellen, his 17 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Maurice was a true gentleman, a quiet achiever who didn’t desire recognition for his achievements in life.

We thank God for we have been touched by the most wonderful loving person in our lives, revealing sincere faith and dedication to his

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Maurice Zielke, 15.06.1938-04.01.2023 INSET: Maurice worked for more than 50 years at Agricultural Requirements. He was gifted a watch after 46 years’ service.PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

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Come and support local musicians in song quest

BY GRACE CRICHTON

Up close with creatures from the bush

LOCKYER Valley painter, potter, and mixed-media artist Garry Mudge exhibition at Hypatia’s House, Laidley, on Friday February 3.

As a child, Garry spent a lot of time in the bush and it was here his appreciation for wildlife and nature was fostered. He has been drawing since childhood and began painting and pottery later in life.

“The main reason I paint is to try and get a

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piece of nature into people’s homes,” he said. Reptiles and birds in meticulous realism and vivid colours feature prominently.

Cut-out paintings of native Australian birds pieces, capturing a typical vignette of country life.

“I love ancient wood, fence palings and stuff like what I grew up with when I was a kid,” he said.

Visit Hypatia’s House at 151 Patrick St, Laidley.

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SugarRush Music co-owner Deb Suckling will be judging the region’s talent at Harvest-ival heat one this weekend, the search for the region’s best original song.PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Artist Garry Mudge opened his exhibition at Hypatia’s House on Friday.

PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

Night of milestones at Glenore Grove Hall

IT WAS a celebration of milestones at the Glenore Grove Dance on Friday February 3.

It was 78 years ago, to thely opened by local member E. B. Maher on February 3, 1945.

This year marks three decades serving as Glenore Grove Hall Committee president for Arnold Howard.

He joined the hall committee in 1978, became vice president in 1979, and has been president for 30 years. The committee dedicated

the seating alcove to Arnold and wife Janice, naming it ‘The Arnold and Janice Howard Seating Alcove’ in recognition of their service to the hall.

Music on Friday night’s dance was by Bevan Bateman, known as ‘Commodore’.

He has been doing the dance rounds for 62 years and has performed as far north as Hervey Bay, south to Rathdowney, from Toowoomba to the coast and everywhere in between.

BY GRACE CRICHTON

RECOVERY from natural disasters is an inevitable part of life on the land.

For third-generation dairy farmer Luke Stock, the key is in forward planning and risk management.

The Glenore Grove farm was hit hard by the February until October to get back to full production.

“We were down 30% last year, on a month-on-month basis, it all adds up,” he said. Mr Stock said.

From a resilience point of view, switching the cattle to completely pasture-based feeding after the last sigdividends.

“In 2013 we lost a lot of Stock said.

“We realised that cultivating and working more ground just wasn’t going to work for us.

“We really needed to go back to some sort of permanent pasture that would add structure to our soil and retain it.

“In 2015, that’s exactly what we did.

“We went back to a total kikuyu base from feed point of view.”

The farm’s average annual rainfall is around 770mm, but in February 2022, the farm recorded 600mm in four days.

“The fact that we are back to a permanent pasture base does retain that soil structure, that topsoil that we lost,” Mr Stock said.

Beforehand, they used a partial mixed ration system and the pivot to complete pasture saved costs and there

was no decline in milk quality or quantity.

“From a risk point of view, and even from an economical point of view, it’s been one of the best things we’ve ever done, by far.

“It’s been a huge saving.

“We were really reliant on brought in crop before.

“We also at the time invested some capital in some irrigation infrastructure to allow us to grow more feed

ourselves and not have so much reliance on brought in feed.”

As a backup, Mr Stock keeps two years’ feed on hand.

“So when you do get those wet periods, or for that matter dry periods, you’ve always got that good quality feed... that you can utilise when cows need it the most.”

“It’s so much about risk-management.

GRACE CRICHTON

THE FOOD processing facility planned for construction in Withcott has a design focus on maximising outputs, minimising waste, and creating sustainability.

The development application lodged by Lockyer Valley Fruit and Vegetables Processing Company Ltd, trading as Lockyer Valley Foods, was approved in December after lengthy planning and development.

Speaking to The Independent in December, project manager Lester Underdown said sustainability and optimisation were explored in all

engineering aspects.

“All manner of things in this project are designed to minimise waste and optimise the yield for the facility,” he said.

“People want sustainability, recycling water, and reusing gas, and everything like that, we’ll give it to them in spades.”

Mr Underdown said the facility would make its own gas and water.

about $36 million in gas by making our own,” he said.

“We’re converting our biowaste into our own fuel that will run our engines to make our own electricity.

“And we make about 250,000 tonnes of water.

The facility will also process food products which do not meet market standards and are currently potentially going to waste.

“The other thing we’re doing is taking all of the wasted fruit and veg that people can’t sell at the moment because it’s too ugly and unacceptable,” Mr Underdown said.

“So we’ll convert that into juices… and then we turn that into powder.”

Products such as beetroot powder, celery powder, carrot powder, pumpkin powder, and corn starch will be the output of the fruits and

vegetables currently going to waste.

CEO Colin Dorber said they are working on a secondary project to process a soil nutrient derived from

green waste.

“We’re working on a separate project... to create a facility, a sustainable and environmentally-sound facility, to utilise all of the

green waste produced by the farmers to create a soil nutrient that can be put back into the paddocks and further enhance the sustainability of the industry,” he said.

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Lockyer Valley Foods CEO Colin Dorber (centre) and project manager Lester Underdown (right) said the food facility planned for Withcott was designed to minimise waste and maximise outputs. Pictured with board member Maree King after the development application approval in December.

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AUSTRALIAN red meat suppliers have the chance to benchmark and better promote their products, with entries now open for the Royal Queensland Branded Beef and Lamb Awards.

The beef and lamb entries will be judged in April by a team of experts, including top chefs from award-winning restaurants, butchers, food consultants and food journalists.

The meat will be prepared for judging by food scientists following Meat Standards Australia and Department of Agriculture and Fisheries standards, to ensure each piece is cooked the same.

Chief Judge Elaine Millar said she expected to see a high quality of entries in the 2023 competition.

“Australia’s beef and lamb is renowned globally for its exceptional quality and this competition attracts some of the most outstanding brands in the red meat retail market each year,” she said.

“The competition allows suppliers to benchmark their products on a national sale, with the winners to receive medals to display on their product packaging, ensuring restaurants and consumers know they’re purchasing an exceptional cut of meat.”

This year’s competition will feature eight classes across beef and lamb, with entries judged onjuiciness, and overall liking.

Stockyard has cemented its status as the competition standout in recent years, claiming six Grand Champion Beef awards and 16 Gold, Silver and Bronze medals since 2017.

Entries must be in by Friday March 24, with judging taking place from Monday April 17 and the winners to be announced at an awards presentation on Friday May 19.

To enter go to www.rqa.com.

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Entries are now open for the Royal Queensland Branded Beef and Lamb Awards. Manu Feildel enjoyed award-winning lamb chops at Ekka 2022.

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Learn from Mother nature with bee experts in Esk

BY JACOB HAYDEN

DEAN and Helen Bryant are bringing their wealth of bee knowledge to Esk this Sunday.

The Brymac Native Bees owners specialise in native bee rescue and education.

“We have about 1,600 named species of solitary bees,” Mr Bryant said.

“They’re all specialist pollinators which live in burrows in the ground, in bamboo, in hollow lantana, wood stumps and in clay overhangs.”

Mr Bryant said the workshop would allow people to

see the insides of a stingless beehive.

“They live in a hive, have a queen, all the workers are female and they collect honey,” he said.

“The beauty of them is they are little black, tiny bees, and they’re all stingless.”

He said anyone could have them in their garden.

“We’ve put a lot into childcare centres, schools, preschools… they have panels on the hives and they’re very educational for the kids,” Mr Bryant said.

Workshop attendees will learn how to look after native bees and what not to spray in

their garden.

“We encourage everyone to come in and have a close look as we explain all the hive like the brood, the pollen area and the honey pots,” Mr Bryant said.

“It’s very incredible the way they build hives.”

Mr Bryant said bees were incredible teachers.

“Everything I learned, I learned from the bees,” he said.

“Nature is just… she’s been at this game for billions of years, we can’t better her.

“We’ve got to learn from what she does and copy her,

it’s very simple.”

The workshop will be held at Esk Lions Park on Sunday

February 12 from 9:30am to 1pm, entry is $30.

Morning tea is provided

at 10:30 with platters from a local café.

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Dean Bryant from Brymac Native Bees teaching youngsters about mother natures’ busiest workers. PHOTOS: BRYMAC

National herd at decade’s height

THE AUSTRALIAN Beef industry and cattle herd are well positioned to capitalise on changing global supply dynamics in 2023.

Australia’s cattle herd is now beyond rebuild status, with all key production metrics forecast to improve this year, according to the latest Cattle Industry Projections update from Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), released in January 2023.

Continued rainfall and favourable seasonal conditions seen last year will ensure that there will be solid supply of both young and slaughter weight cattle over the next two years, regardless of seasonal outcomes.

Overall, the cattle herd in 2023 will grow to its highest level since 2014, reaching 28.8m head, an increase of 1.1m or 4.5% year-on-year.

MLA senior market information analyst Ripley

Atkinson said this growth was underpinned by a few key factors.

“The record retention of females for 15 consecutive months, coupled with above-average marking rates has delivered larger calf drops,” Mr Atkinson said.

“This bodes well for supply

to increase substantially in 2023 for both young and slaughter-weight cattle.

“Both of these metrics suggest that the lowest or stock on record occurred for the year.”

By 2025, the national herd is expected to reach its high-

est level since the 1970s at 29.6m head, before a steady decline.

This continued growth is due to strong female reproductive performance, genetic improvements across the herd and sound on farm management.

Input prices and cost of

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production will be major the sector to remain produc-

In addition, the availability of skilled and unskilled workers to manage the increased supply of cattle in 2023 will the red meat industry.

The processing sector’s ability to process cattle will determine production levels and therefore exports in 2023.

MLA’s Market Information team have recognised this with a two-scenario forecast for 2023.

“If labour concerns are not addressed within the processing sector, slaughter is forecast to reach 6m head,” Mr Atkinson said.

Mr Atkinson said 2023 would be a year of transition for the cattle industry.

“Positive outcomes along the entire supply chain seem likely,” he said.

“The overall outlook for Australia’s beef industry both domestically and internationally is one of optimism and positivity, whilst it continues to deliver high quality beef in larger volumes, this is expected to be a major feature in 2023.”

FARMING EQUIPMENT: John Deere 6110M 110HP 1150hrs with bucket, euro hitch, rear 3 point linkage round bale lifter, hay spears, Napier 24 plate offset & hydraulics model 694 serial 1655, Horwood Bagshaw 16wn combine Qty plates & spare feet & bolts, PTO superior post hole digger, Agrius international fertilizer spreader, Hydraulic foot trimming table, Pottinger Top 342 hay rake, Howard rotor slasher 6ft, Gyral cultivator 31 tyne mostly near new feet- some spare feet, James Smith (Ballarat) roller mill PTO driven & augers to suit, Peterson Sawmill 2008 model & much more.

LARGE QUANTITY OF ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES INCLUDING: 5 crosscut saws, Large qty of antique bottles, 6 draft horse collars and harnesses & winkers, antique typewriter and much more.

LARGE QUANTITY PROFESSIONAL STUD SHOW EQUIPMENT: Stud show equipment (Bowenfels Stud), Sullivan Blower & Leads, Small blower & leads, Sunbeam, clipmaster clipper, Sullivan clippers (2), Camping gear for shows, Work halters, Show halters & parading canes & brushes, tyre bull feeders, horse & cattle rugs, Tomahawk power washer & generator petrol, Quality Sullivan products for cattle showing, Emasculators (3), Nose Punch, Hoof trimmers, Calving chains & hooks - as new.

GRASS SEED & HAY: Large qty grass seeds -Rhodes different varieties, ½ ton Wyllara Oats cleaned, 17kg Dohlicas Lab lab, Burgandy Bean, Snail Medic, Green Panic, Fine Stem Stylo Clover, Creeping Blue Grass Qty Hay 24x Round Bales Rhodes Grass, 7x large square bales, 20x square bales grassy, 20x square bales lucerne

IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT : 56 lengths 4” aluminum main line 30ft,12”-6” irrigation PVC Main, 4” PVC pipe, 6x poly water troughs- some with fittings Lengths of poly pipe, Silo base, Steel bore casing

KITCHEN & HOMEWARES: Fisher/Paykel Fridge/Freezer, Large Kelvinator Deep Freezer (16 Cubic Feet), 2 Microwaves, Sandwich Maker (Sunbeam), Heaters, Mix Master, George Foreman Grill, Portable battery electric wheelchair (rechargeable), Twin Tub Washing machine (Lemair), 6 Morten Bay Fig trees in pots, 1 Bunya Pine in pot and so much more! This sale has EVERYTHING but the kitchen sink!!!

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Purchases to be collected on day of sale.

Number system in use; License identification required. Cash on day of Sale or approved cheque. Canteen Facilities available.

Australia’s cattle herd is now beyond rebuild status according to Meat & Livestock Australia.

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Jaguar I-PACE sets the SUV benchmark

SINCE its debut the Jaguar I-PACE has reinforced its status as the benchmark all-electric performance SUV.

With a low centre of gravity, advanced suspension syselectric motors on each axle, balance of all-wheel drive and agility – together with impressive real-world range and exceptional comfort and day-to-day usability.

Now, I-PACE has been subtly enhanced, with a more distinctive design, richer of R-Dynamic models and,

satin paints in a choice of two metallic colours.

With light, compact andgrated into the front and rear axles, I-PACE can accelerate from 0-100km/h in just 4.8 seconds and up to maximum speed of 200km/h.

Comfort and agility without compromise is what has always made Jaguar unique.

I-PACE’s advanced double wishbone front and Integral Link rear suspension are fundamental to this dynamic capability, together with the low centre of gravity and

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Optional Air suspension with Adaptive Dynamics electronically-controlled

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I-PACE’s 90kWh Lithium-ion battery delivers a

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I-PACE delivers a true Jaguar driving experience.

I-PACE delivers a true Jaguar driving experience.

Kona brims technology and comfort

THE NEW generation

Hyundai Kona small SUV is coming in March.

The upscaled model will be available in multiple powertrain variants, including all-electric, hybrid electric and internal combustion engine with sporty N Line versions of each.

The development of the upscaled, futuristic all-new Kona started with the EV model, an unconventional approach for car design that strategy.

In all of its variants, the all-new Kona is brimming with the latest technologies, comfort and convenience features.

From its shark nose to tailgate, the front and rear Horizon Lamps give the new model a unique appearance for each variant and this is

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ter is embodied by rugged wheel arch cladding with integrated front and rear lamps,

side panels with dynamic wedge proportions and characteristic chrome moulding that runs from the belt line to the spoiler.

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Its specially designed spoke 19-inch wheel design

The all-new Kona provides roomier, more versatile

interior space for increased passenger comfort and easy cargo storage.

In addition, the column-type electric shift-by-

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The 12.3-inch integrated dual screen display supports ergonomically comfortablelaxation comfort seat option body pressure distribution to help alleviate fatigue.

maintenance and system updates are easy with electronic control technology through over-the-Air (OTA) software updates.

The customisable smart power tailgate opening is an added convenience for customers.

It comes with various advanced driver assistance systems, such as Lane Keeping Assist, Blind-Spot Assist, and much more.

The all-new KONA provides roomier, more versatile interior space for increased passenger comfort and easy cargo storage.

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8 Which accessory is used to beautify (8)

9 Name a spotted leopard-like cat (6)

10 What is a pattern, mould, or the like (8)

11 Which alkane is used as a fuel (6)

12 Which W German river

13 What is a summary prepared by a solicitor for a barrister (5)

16 What are short sharp-pointed nails (5)

19 Which unit of land measure is approximately a (6)

22 Name an unnaturally highpitched voice in a man (8)

23 When one types, one does -

vores have sharp snouts and bushy ringed tails (8)

25 Which prepared custard-like food is made from curdled milk (6)

DOWN

2 What is a resinous varnish (7)

3 Name an English crime

novelist, Edgar ... (7)

oughly bad person (6)

5 Which broad earth elevation serves as a defence (7)

6 What describes a product made from clay (7)

7 When one pays regard, or cracker night (7)

to the right (7)

15 Which term suggests personal liberty (7)

makes a garment by interlacing loops of yarn (7)

20 Name an excessive accuserous cavity (6)

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Somerset & Lockyer Agent wants your business”

Afternoon Melodies Gatton Cota Seniors 3rd Sat/ mth 1pm-4.30pm cost $5.

0439030677

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

Boutique Market 9am2pm every Wednesday, Hypatia’s House, 151 Patrick St, Laidley

Brisbane Valley Ukefreaks 6pm-8.30pm Wed

BV Darts Assoc Building Lowood 0408183870 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 Chess Club School term Thurs 6pm8:30, Fernvale SS Library, gold coin.

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

Coominya Public Hall

General Meeting 1st Mon/ mth 6.30pm 0488169162

Country Music Concert

1st Sun/mth Laidley Exchange Hotel 11am-4pm.

0439030677

Country Music Balladeer & Folk Music Walk Up

4th Sun/mth Laidley Pioneer Village, 11am-4pm. 0428502262

Craft with Kate 2nd Thu/ mth 12pm Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

CWA Craft & Friendship

Day 3rd Thu/mth 9am12pm Glamorgan Vale hall

0459320538

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

Digital Tech Hub 12pm Thu Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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

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 9am11am, CWA Hall Heap St 0449842965

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

Euchre Wed 7.30pm, Lowood Showgrounds 0411334382

Games Morning Gatton Cota Seniors, 2nd & 4th Thu/mth 9am-12pm gold coin. 0439030677

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. 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

Glamorgan Vale CWA -

9am 1st Thu/mth Glamorgan Vale Community Hall 0413046168

Glamorgan Vale Tennis Club Inc 10am-2pm 2nd Sun/mth 697 Glamorgan Vale Rd see Facebook. Glenore Grove QCWA Meeting 2nd Mon/mth 1pm 0419642913

Glenore Grove QCWA

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

Glenore Grove CWA Street Stall last Thu/mth

8.30am-12pm 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

Jam Sesh Fernvale 2nd Sun/mth 12.30pm-3.30pm,

6 Clive St, BYO instruments 0481574615

Laidley Garden Club

9.30am 2nd Mon/mth

Laidley Cultural Centre function room 0413136861

Laidley Indoor Bowls

Club Mon 6pm-9pm

Laidley Cultural Centre

0408

631 292

Laidley Weight Support Group Inc. 9am Wed

Laidley RSL 0403501170

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

Lockyer Ladies Seniors Support Group 2nd & 4th

Tue/mth, 9.30am-12pm, 18

Tryhorn St Grantaham, 0438765212 or 0409676526

Lockyer Valley Art Society Inc. Mon 8.30am pottery, Tue & Thu art & craft from 9.30am, 24 Bertrand Ave Kensington Grove 0419667428

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 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

6.30pm at Lowood Darts Club 0407279412 or FB

Lowood CWA 2nd Tue/ mth CWA Hall 54261514 Lowood District Residents Network Inc. 7pm

3rd Tue/mth, BV Darts Assoc Building 0488234553 Lowood Lions Club 7pm

2nd & 4th Mon/mth Lowood Railway Station lowood@lionsq3.org.au

Lowood Craft Group

9.30am Fri Lowood RSL Sub Branch 0409343446

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

Lowood Slimmers Tue

5.30pm Lowood Show Hall 54261468

Midweek Market Wed 9am

Hypatia’s House, 151 Patrick St Laidley 0448326246

Mulgowie Farmers Market 7am-11am 1st Sat/mth

Hall grounds 0417799679

My Local Market Plainland 7am-12pm 3rd Sun/ mth Porters Hotel mylocalmarket.net.au

My Local Market Jumble

6am-11am 2nd Sun in Mar, May, Aug, Nov, Walloon Hotel hello@ mylocalmarket.net.au

My Local Market Wallon 7am-11am 1st Sun/mth behind Walloon Hotel hello@mylocalmarket.net.au

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

Painting Classes 10am Fri Summerholm 0450656356

RADF Art & Culture Project free fortnightly art/ craft, Lockyer Community Centre 54623355

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 Marburg -Rosewood 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

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

Walloon QCWA Cent Sale 2nd Tue/mth 9.30am Walloon QCWA Hall 54645243

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

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.15 The Larkins. 2.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.35 Joanna Lumley’s Unseen Adventures.

4.30 The Human Revolution. 5.25 Further Back In Time For Dinner.

6.25 Better Date Than Never. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Call The Midwife.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. 10.00 Unforgotten. 10.50 Miniseries: Come Home. 11.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.25 Call The Midwife. 3.25 Victoria. 4.15 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 5.00 Australia’s Wild Odyssey. 6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 Vera. 10.00 Farewell Doc Martin. 10.50 Operation Buffalo. 11.50 Just Between Us. 12.50 Les Misérables. 1.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Figure Skating. European Championships. Highlights. 3.30 Cycling. The Saudi Tour. Highlights. 4.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 4.40 Secret Scotland. 5.30 WWII Battles For Europe. 6.30 News. 7.35 The World’s Most Beautiful Landscapes. 8.30

Portillo In The Pyrenees. 9.30 Inside Windsor Castle. 10.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Figure Skating. European Championships. Highlights. 4.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize.

Secrets Of The Tower Of London.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 Horse Racing. Inglis Millennium Day and Family Race Day. 4.30 Border Security. 5.00 News. 5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Black Panther. (2018) (M) 10.25 To Be Advised. 12.10 MOVIE: Daffodils. (2019) (M) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Get Arty. 5.00 My Greek Odyssey.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rugby League. NRL. Men’s All-Stars. Round 1. Maori v Indigenous All Stars. 5.00 News. 5.30 Country House Hunters Australia. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Space Invaders. 8.30 MOVIE: Godzilla Vs. Kong. (2021) 10.45 MOVIE: Species.

(1995) 12.45 Living On The Coast. 1.10 Australia’s

David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (R)

7.30pm David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (R)

8.30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces.

9.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

10.05 The Making Of David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 To Be Advised.

9.10 Bliss. (M, R)

9.40 Fleabag. (M, R)

10.10 QI. (M, R)

10.40 Friday Night Dinner. (PG, R)

12.15am The Young Offenders. (MA15+, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R)

8.45 Foyle’s War. (M, R)

10.55 Frankie Drake Mysteries. (M, R)

11.55 Cities Of The Underworld. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Father Brown. (M, R)

8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M)

9.30 Kavanagh QC. (M, R)

11.15 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)

12.15 Father Brown. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Border Security USA. (PG, R)

8.00 Border Patrol. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country.

10.30 World’s Most Secret Homes. (PG, R)

6.30 The Highland Vet. (PG)

7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG)

8.30 I Escaped To The Country.

9.30 Escape To The Perfect Town. (PG, R)

10.30 Penelope Keith’s Hidden Villages. (PG, R)

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

8.30 Heathrow. (PG)

9.30 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railway Journeys. (PG, R)

10.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

8.30 Inspector Morse. (M, R)

10.50 Wild Bill. (MA15+, R)

11.50 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

1.00 Medical Rookies. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Call The Midwife. (PG)

8.45 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (M, R)

10.45 The Investigator: A British Crime Story. (MA15+, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol.

R)

8.30 Highway Cops. (PG, R)

9.30 Police Strike Force.

10.30 Surveillance Oz.

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: U.S. Marshals. (1998) (M, R) Tommy Lee Jones, Wesley Snipes, Robert Downey Jr.

11.10 Movie: A Perfect World. (1993) (M, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG)

7.30 Movie: Striking Distance. (1993) (M, R)

9.40 Movie: Cliffhanger. (1993) (M, R)

12.00 Movie: Bad Times At The El Royale. (2018) (MA15+, R)

6.30 Building Giants. (PG, R)

7.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R)

8.30 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG, R)

9.30 Disasters At Sea. (PG)

10.30 Mighty Trains. (PG, R)

5.45pm Movie: The Amazing Spider-Man 2. (2014) (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl. (2003) (M, R)

11.25 Movie: Caddyshack

II. (1988) (M, R)

1.30 Blokesworld. (PG, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG)

7.30 American Pickers.

(PG)

8.30 Movie: Lethal Weapon 2. (1989) (M, R)

10.50 Movie: Out For Justice. (1991) (MA15+, R)

12.50 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Truckers.

(M, R)

8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. (PG)

9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (PG, R)

10.30 Truck Night In America. (PG)

5.30pm Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 As Time Goes By. (PG, R)

8.50 Midsomer Murders. (M, R)

10.50 One Deadly Mistake. (M)

5.30pm Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Grantchester. (M, R)

8.40 Poirot. (M, R)

10.50 London Kills. (M, R)

6.30 Friends. (R)

8.00 The Big Bang

9.20 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 10.10 The Big Bang

6.00pm

8.00 The Big Bang

9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (R)

6.30 Friends. (R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 10.30 Nancy Drew. (M)

11.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

10.15 Friends. (R)

12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

1.15 Infomercials. (PG, R)

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

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.00 Friends. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Mom. (M, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R)

8.40 Agatha Christie’s Partners In Crime. (M, R) 9.55 Coroner. (MA15+) 10.55 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. (MA15+)

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 Becker. (PG, R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Mom. (PG, R)

10.20 Becker. (PG, R)

11.10 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R)

7.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R)

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

8.30 Love Around The World.

9.55 Forbidden History. (M)

LateofPittsworthandformerlyofGrantham, passedawaypeacefullyon27thJanuary2023, aged85years.

DearlylovedWifeofRobert(dec'd).Muchloved MotherandMother-in-lawofLynandJames; DesandLinda;GlennandSue.Muchloved GrandmaofLesley,James,Courtney,Tiffany, Mikaela,Thomas,Emma,JarrodandZharlea andtheirfamilies.

Relativesandfriendsarewarmlyinvitedto attendBeryl'sfuneral,tobeheldatMaMa CreekChurchesOfChrist,Gatton-CliftonRoad, MaMaCreek,servicecommencing10:30am, Thursday,9thFebruary2023,followedby intermentatMaMaCreekCemetery.

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LateofLowoodandformerlyofDarwinand PapuaNewGuinea,passedawayon 29thJanuary,2023,aged92years.

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RelativesandFriendsarerespectfullyinvitedto attendJohn'sfuneral,tobeheldatthe CWAHall,MainStreet,Lowood,service commencingat10.00am, Thursday16thFebruary,followedby intermentatLowoodGeneralCemetery.

PANZRAM,MaureenMary

LateofGatton,passedawayon 1stFebruary,2023,aged86years.

BelovedWifeofMichael(Mick)(dec'd). LovingMotherandMother-in-lawofKayand Desmond,DeniseandMark,andGregory. LovingNannaofGary,Angela,Jessica,and Lennard.LovingGreat-NannaofTanaya, Casey,Layla,Montana,andGeorgia.

Maureenwillbeprivatelyfarewelled.

Community Assistance Grants Round One – 2022/2023

Community organisations are invited to apply for Community Assistance Grants of up to $5,000 from Somerset Regional Council for projects, events or services in Somerset that provide community benefit. Application forms and guidelines are available from https://somerset.grantguru.com.au/ or Council on (07) 5424 4000.

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SaleyardAdministrationPosition

An administration position is available at Moreton Saleyards. This is a permanent casual position. The hours are variable, with every Monday & Tuesday main workdays.

Duties include bookkeeping, sale processing and general office management. Knowledge of Reckon accounting, single touch payroll and bookkeeping procedures are desirable. (Training will be provided to the successful applicant.

Moreton Saleyards is a privately owned facility situated at Purga (Between Ipswich & Amberley) and has been operating continuously for more than 30 years.

Applications via email to admin@moretonsaleyards.com.au

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GARDENING

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ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES

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Thu Feb 9

Esk CWA Playgroup Sensory Day, discovery bottles, kinestic sand, baby sensory bags, bubble wrap walk, CWA Hall Heap St Esk, 9am-11am. 0449842965

Fri Feb 10

Exhibition Opening and artist talk Algalrhythms by Svenja, artist floor talk at 5.30pm followed by official opening at 6.30pm, Lockyer Valley Art Gallery, Lake Apex Dr Gatton. RSVP online or 5466 3434

Sat Feb 11

Ma Ma Creek Community Markets 8am12pm, live music, morning teas, face painting, honey, sewing and embroidery, woodwork, artisan soaps, art, pickles and preserves, cakes, strawberry and other plants, produce and so much more. Stalls $10 in or outside hall (proceeds to hall)

Info 0467 566 632

Cardigras Show & Markets Cahill Park Sports Complex, 64 Buaraba St Gatton, 5pm-9pm, cars and markets need. Register at www.cardigras.com.au. Contact 0416257586 or rohan@cardigras.com.au

Sun Feb 12

Bazza s Country Music Walk Up Show

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

Harvest-ival Music Festival Heat 1, Gatton Shire Hall, 2pm, free entry, refreshments available to purchase. 0448326246

Sat Feb 18

Horse Archery Qld Lockyer Val- ley Club first meeting of the year, 8.30am12pm, Laidley Show- grounds, if you have a horse, are looking for a challenge, and want to try a new discipline, come along 0422982035 or Horse Archery Queensland Lockyer Valley Face- book page. Marburg Dance7pm-11pm Mar- burg Show Hall, Valentines theme, $15, Coachman 0409481681

Sun Feb 19

Harvest-ival Music Festival Heat 2, Gatton Shire Hall, 2pm, free entry, refreshments available to purchase. 0448326246

Soul Desire Concert Violinist Hayden Wiseman concert experience, Gatton Anglican Church, 3pm, tickets at haydenwiseman.com

Sat Feb 25

Lowood Slimmers Bus trip Clifton Theatre, old comedy movie, p/u Lowood 7am, Plainland 7.15am, Gatton 7.30am. 54261468

Sun Feb 26

Native Plant Sale Flora 4 Fauna sale at 16 Wilkinson Place, Grantham. 9am-12pm. Wide range of native Australian bushfoods, medicinal plants, fauna attractors and utility trees available between $5-$10 each.

MARCH

Thu Mar 2

Team Jody Bus Trip - Somerset Region, leaving Laidley Community Centre 7.30am, Das Neumann Haus 7.35am, Plainland 7.45am, Big Orange 7.55am, bring water and morning tea, bring or purchase lunch, proceeds to support work of Leukaemia Foundation. Bookings 0402085260

Fri Mar 3

Glenore Grove Dance 7.30pm- 11.30pm, Glenore Grove Hall, $10 inc supper, band Chattanooga 0423849002

Sat Mar 4 Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Mar- burg Show Hall, David C. 0409481681

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Vi & Friends Country Music—Murphys Creek Community Centre, 11am-4pm, entry $5, lucky door prizes and raffles, free tea & coffee, cold drinks on sale, please bring a plate of afternoon tea to share, everyone welcome. 0478543067, 4630 5143

Wed Mar 8

International Women's Day and Wearable Art Parade Ma Ma Creek Community Centre 8th March 5:30 pm, canapes, glass of bubbly, main course, wine with meal, dessert, cabaret singer Julia Winning, lucky seat prize. $65 all inclusive, bookings essential by March 3. 0467 566 632

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Cardigras Show & Markets Cahill Park Sports Complex, 64 Buaraba St Gatton, 5pm-9pm, cars and markets need. Register at www.cardigras.com.au. Contact 0416257586 or rohan@cardigras.com.au

Thu Mar 16

Peace Ladies Stalls in front of IGA Gatton 8am-11am.

Sat Mar 18

Marburg Dance St Patrick s Dance, 7pm11pm Marburg Show Hall, Rae Blinco 0409481681

Sat Mar 26

Tree Planting Brisbane Valley - Kilcoy Landcare will hold a tree planting event for Rail Trail users. More detail to come, visit the BVKL Facebook page.

MOORE WEEKLY STARS

February 6-12, 2023 ARIES

You’re feeling optimistic about the future as Jupiter (the buoyant planet of prosperity and positivity) journeys through Aries. So your motto for the moment is from birthday great Bob Marley: “Love the life you live, live the life you love.” Wednesday is wonderful for fun, friendship and novel expressions of affection. But avoid getting carried away, promising too much and then delivering too little (espeothers).

TAURUS

It’s time to network with family and friends in a variety of stimulating ways. Aim to surround yourself with positive people who boost your avoid getting drawn into complicated discussions about money or politics, as ideological clashes are likely. You have much to learn from a mentor or work colleague who has a wealth of knowledge and life experience to share with you. There’s always something new to learn.

GEMINI

With Mercury and Pluto stimulating your sensuality zone, romantic Twins are in the mood for love and lust. If you’re attached, it’s time to spice up the relationship with a sexy SMS or an erotic email. Searching for your soulmate? Cupid has his arrows pointed in your direction, and love is likely with someone from your past. Perhaps an old friend or a former lover. Happily single? A secret could be revealed that suddenly turns your world around!

CANCER

This week’s stars help you view a close partnership from a surprising perspective. With a few strategic tweaks, the relationship can be turned around and transformed. You’re also keen to show loved ones how much you really care. Avoid being too overprotective though. All relationships need room to breathe and there’s a big difference between loving and smothering. Be inspired by birthday great, writer Charles Dickens: “A loving heart is the truest wisdom.”

LEO

Stimulating conversations and exciting adventures are the keys to a satisfying week for sociable Lions. But has your job become rigid and boring? Vivacious Venus and innovative Uranus shake up your career zone, so prepare for some surprising professional changes and -

pigeons on the weekend. The current situation is complex, so try to keep a sense of perspective.

VIRGO

Life at planet Virgo can sometimes be rather stressful, as your days are organised with military precision and you try to get everything just right. But strive to be much more spontaneous this week as Uranus and Neptune toss your usual timetable out the window and urge you to stop and smell the roses along the way. So your motto for the moment is from birthday great, author and activist Alice Walker: “In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect.”

LIBRA

When it comes to creative expression, you may feel as if you’re going backwards but Do your best to work smarter rather than the ideas will come. Your domestic situation is going through a major metamorphosis, as you initiate a change that livens up your home life. When it comes to close relationships, aim to be less self-absorbed and more generous with loved ones.

SCORPIO

form a new partnership or pursue a joint project. With three planets activating your communication zone you’ll feel like conversing, studying and/or travelling. If you’ve been waiting to get something off your chest, Monday through until Wednesday is the time to express yourself. Things could become intense on Friday or Saturday, when the Mercury/Pluto conjunction gets your compulsive Scorpio side going.

SAGITTARIUS -

the rules. Expect the unexpected this week, as the planets stir up your restless (and reckless) side. You’ll balk at restrictions being placed on you (especially at home and work) but resist personal wishes aside, and make sure youities to the wider community for the greater good.

CAPRICORN -

cial matters. Capricorns are usually incredibly patient and persistent but, when it comes to ready to throw in the towel. The planets push you to keep on keeping on. So your mantra for the moment is from birthday great, inventor and businessman Thomas Edison: “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.”

AQUARIUS

Wednesday favours stimulating friendships and falling in love very fast! With the Sun, Saturn and Mercury visiting your sign, you’ll feel restless, curious, and eager to explore radical new ideas. You’re also keen to show others how innovative and interesting you can be, as you shake a loved one out of their cosy comfort zone. Be inspired by fellow-Aquarian, actress and activist Vanessa Redgrave: “Ask answers.”

PISCES

Venus is vamping through your sign, which encourages you to channel your inner hedonist as you eat, drink, socialise, entertain and live life to the max. It’s also a wonderful week to host a lunch, dinner or party, where you can play the gracious host or hostess. The late week Mercury/Pluto hook up activates your hopes-and-wishes zone so it’s a good time to revisit (or expand) your goals for 2023. Make your dreams as big and beautiful as possible!

COPYRIGHT Joanne Madeline Moore 2023

RESULTS

BOWLS

LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB

What a good start to 2023. A good roll up on Saturday 28th ,and a better roll up on Wednesday 1st, for social bowls.

J.Mace, R.Webb, R.Knight 21. D.Moyle, J.Thomas, D.Allison 7. P.Capon. F.Ellicott 20. M.Locker, D.McGuire 14. B.Yates, M.Zabel, R.Pagett. 13. H.Harmer, M.Whereat, C.McGuire 10. E.Muller, M.Anderson. 15. P.Morgan, S.Reck 15. Considering the heat was full on, it was pleasing to see so many of our members show up for bowls. We hope it will be a lot cooler next week. The mens 7s competition started on the weekend, no results yet , I will have them next week. Looking forward to seeing you all next week. If you think you would like to try the game come along on Wednesday .M/T.9am Play 9-30. You would be most welcome.

LAIDLEY INDOOR BOWLS CLUB

Game 1. G.Aitcheson, K.Granzien. D.Sempf, K.Degen & J.Mace 11

d V.Zischke, S.Lehmann, K.Morrison, M & B Purcell 9

Game 2 M & B Purcell, K. Morrison, K.Lehmann & V.Zischke 11

d K.Degen, G.Aitcheson, J.Mace, K.Granzien & D.Sempf 10

Game 3. K.Morrison, K.Degen, V.Zischke, D.Sempf & K.Granzien 11 d G.Aitcheson, B.Purcell, K.Lehmann & J.Mace 4

A Different night as we played on players adjusted quite well. New players most welcome, Laidley Cultural Centre 6-9pm Mon. John 0408631292.

The AGM was held on 1st Feb and

as follows:-

Patron. Coral Kammholz. President. John Mace. Vice President. Chris Freeman. Secretary. Ron Zabel. Treasurer. Ken Degen. Games Director. Bev Zabel. Providor. Val

Mace. Measurers. P.MacAndrews, K.Degen, C.Kammholz & B.Purcell.

TOOGOOALAWAH BOWLS CLUB

On 5th February we only had 7 players including a NZ Visitor. 6 of those played triples. Phil Gregory, Reg Hanson and Brenda Wild played Martin Bailey. Lynda Hanson and Gerrit Winkeler. A very competitive game with no clear Keith McWhirter.

We are still looking for players to represent the club at other venues. To ensure that the other clubs visit us and therefore ensure the security of our club so if you are willing and able to get involved please contact the club and leave a message.

See you on the green BRIDGE

LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB

Wednesday 1st February,2023. The Club’s AGM was held prior to game play. The main theme of the meeting was Recruitment and how to grow our Club.

We are sure there are folks in the Valley wanting to play/learn the great game of Bridge, don’t be shy the Members are a friendly Crew you would be made welcome. Please see below for contacts. The previous Executive was thanked and again voted back in. The results for Wednesday 1st February, 2023.

Rhonda & Allan McLucas once congratulations to this pair. far behind. P Hooper & W Pickles

New Members will be welcomed; the Club is always ready to accommodate more Players.

If you are a visitor to the Lockyer Valley & are looking for a game of Bridge or just like to observe some games, phone Peter Hooper 0408 782 776, we would love to see you, Wednesday evenings arrival 6.45pm.

Lessons for Beginners held on Tuesday morning arrival 8.45am are also at the same venue, The Catholic Community Hall, Maitland Street, Gatton. Pat Ziebarth is the organizer for Tuesday’s play phone 0490 530 734.

GOLF

ESK GOLF CLUB

Friday 3/2/23, Social Turkey Run

Winner

M Todd 30nett

R/UP

V Scott 31, C Granzien 32, M

Beetz 34, J Humphrey 35, P Cook

35, B Glanville 38,

NTP

No 13 M Todd, No 17 2nd M Todd must be the heat keeping them indoors.

Michael taking a good win and both pin shots, bang goes his handicap. Victor still showing a bit of form to take R/UP spot.

Saturday 4/2/23, Club Competition

Single Stableford Winner

D Bitossi 44pts

R/UP

S Wilson 40

Run Down win a ball

G Wilson 39, S Lerm 37, M Todd 36

Best of the rest

L Robson 35, G Proctor 35, C Pettet 35, E Lee 35, D Richards

35, L Latter 35, B Moore 33, I Knopke 33, B Tumney 33, B Thorogood 33, P Cook 32, J Guest 31, S Brown 31, G Smith 31, B Farnham 30, T Adams 30, H Knubel 29, G Collins 28, Cathy Guest

Worst Score Award

R Weir 28, L Johns null, BL Farnham null

NTP

H/C 0-16

1/10 3rd M Todd(in hole)

H/C 17+

2/11 3rd D Richards

All In Sponsor Esk Friendly Grocer

4/13 G Wilson

Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats

8/17 2nd D Bitossi (in hole)

Great turn out for our Club Competition.

Doug Bitossi having a great round to take a comfortable win with 44pts 76 off the stick which was just 3 shots short of playing to his age, which is quite an achieveachieve this. Doug also took out the Sponsored pin shot on No 8/17 with a birdie, so a good day for the old boy, well done Doug.

Captain Shaun taking out R/UP spot with a creditable 40pts. Birthday boy Garth Wilson just missing a long time, no Lady players, come on girls we need you.

Sunday 5/2/23, Chooky Champi-

onship

Single Stroke

Winner

S Wilson 29nett

R/UP

M Beetz 30, B Glanville 31, C

Pettet 32, P Cook 32, V Scott 33, G Lockett 33(L), D Bitossi 35, D Back 35, B Scott 35, G Ray 37, A Rossman 38, J Humphrey 39, J Hancock 41, G Spencer 42

Worst Score

K Ward 47(L)

Putting Competition

Shaun Wilson 9 putts

NTP No 4 M Beetz, No 8 2nd G

Spencer

Good turnout for our Chooky, good to see quite a few new names in there. Captain Shaun having a top weekend taking out a good win after his R/UP spot on Saturday. Also taking out the putting competition with 9 putts, which is a new record, will take some beating as he scored 3 chip in’s. With a h/cap of 5 came in with a 34 off the stick, again will take some beating. Mario taking R/UP spot and a pin shot after a count back with Punchy. Garry Spencer getting the other pin shot.

Would just like to welcome new Social playing members Jack Hancock and Kim Ward two locals

GATTON GOLF CLUB

Sporters Results, Friday 27/1/23

Winner- K Sippel 36 nett

Runner up- N Pinnell 36.5 nett

Run down- P Morgan 37.5 nett Lucky Card- T Linnan

Opening Day results

Saturday 28/1/23

4 person Ambrose

Winners- K Robinson, T Rack, N Good & J Osman Runners Up- J Raddatz, A Groves, M Woolacott & B Renner Run down -D Mellon, Cl Mellon, J Mellon & R Creedy

- C Woolacott, C Creedy, C McKay & G Neundorf

- J Osman, F Braban, C Osman & J Robinson

NTP #3 M Willmett, #7 D Waldie, #10 D Neumann, #13 N Goos, #16 B Jamieson, #18 T Rack

Mens Longest Drive #12- B

Renner

Ladies Longest Drive #2- K Sippel

Medley Single Stableford results, Tuesday 31/1/23

Winner- B Woolacott 36 points

Winner: Michelle Taylor 99/71

Runner Up: Trish Harris 98/77

Run Down: M. Voorma 97/78, B. Panzram 94/78, Sandra Morgan

104/79, R. Matthews 116/79

Pins: (Pro Pin) Trish Harris (A

Grade) Barbara Panzram (B

Grade) Helen Gilbert (C. Grade)

Shirley Hulett

Putting: Jenny Paroz 27 putts

LOWOOD GOLF CLUB

Results for Tuesday 31 January

2023 Single Stableford

Winner: M Whitwell 43 R/Up: W

James 37

BRD: D Olsen 36, R Coolwell 35, R Heathwood 35, M Joyce 35, R Young 35, J Luxford 35

NTPs: W James (2nd) M Whitwell

(5th) P Harmon (11th) W James

(14th) C Petrohilos (2nd shot 4/13

Div 1) M Whitwell (2nd shot 4/13

Grand Hotel Esk (Joeand Roxy)

7/16 Men’s A skinner, Ladies Sandy Gleeson.

8/17 Men’s Bob Marshall ladies Sandy Gleeson. Longest putt 9/18 Blair Broad.

Coming Events

Saturday 11th February is the Start of Brisbane Valley Championships.

This Event is open to Financial Members of each Club with GA Handicaps.

First round at Esk Time Sheet pleasering Shaun for time after 6pm 0428 522 528

Wednesday 15th February, Ladies AM Golf 8am Hit off.

PM Chook Run Hit of 3.30pm.

RIFLE

GATTON GLENORE GROVE

RIFLE CLUB

Runner up- C Woolacott 32 points

NTP #3 B Woolacott

Birdie Hole #13 Jem Osman & B

Woolacott

Sporters Results, Friday 3/2/23

Winner- J Osman 34 nett

Runner up- J Raddatz 34.5

Run down- P Morgan 35, K Sippel 38.5

Monthly Medal Stroke results, Saturday 4/2/23

Div 1 Winner- C Creedy 63 nett

Runner up- J Cook 64 nett

Div 2 Winner- M Mildren 61 nett

Runner up- Cl Mellon 63 nett

Run down- C Weier 64, M Woolacott 67, D Neumann 67, L Perrett

67

NTP 3 C Creedy, 7 B Woolacott, 10 J Kajewski & A Thurgood, 13 P Gray, 16 A Bauer & K Sippel

Pro pin #17 D Higgins

Turkey Nest #10 J Kajewski

Birdie Hole #18 D Woodall

Lucky Card $240- Jackpots

Putting Comp- C Creedy (21)

Ladies Winner- K Robinson 66 nett

Runner up- M Stiller 71 nett

Run down- R VAB

Putting Comp- K Robinson (23)

LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB

Saturday 4th February - Men & Ladies Monthly Medal & Putting

Trophy Donor: Club

Ladies Winner: Linda Knopke 90/72

Runner Up: Judy Logan 92/77

Run Down: B. Panzram 94/78, O. Luck 105/80

Pins: (Pro Pin) Judy Logan (A

Grade) Linda Knopke (B Grade)

Helen Gilbert (C Grade)

Putting: Linda Knopke 27 putts

Men’s Winner: Ken Hauser 86/70

Runner Up: Scott. Boman 90/71

Gross Winner: Jeff Etherden 76 Run Down: J. Welman 86/71, P. Mihulka 82/72, B. Jacobs 89/72, S Love 93/73, L. Edwards 86/73, J. Etherden 76/73, P. Mc Fie 79/73, J. Wagner 87/74, R. Stagg 86/74, R. Gray 92/75, G. Hulett 83/75, G. Heuston 96/75

Pins: (Pro Pin) Jeff Etherden (Div.1) Ken Goebel (Div.2) Luke Carson (Div.3) Robin Core

Putting: Jeff Etherden 24 putts

Thursday 2nd February - Open

Competition

Monthly Medal & Putting

Winner: Steven Luck 75/68

Runner Up: Garry Hulett 78/69

Run Down: G. Rodgers 90/72, David Walker 82/72, J Green 81/73, W. Hawthorne 84/73

Pins: (Pro Pin) Warwick Hawthorne (Div.1) J. Green (Div.2) Clarrie

Weier

Putting: Paul McFie 25 putts

Wednesday 1st February - Ladies

Monthly Medal & Putting

Trophy Donor: Jenny Paroz

Div 2)

Results for Wednesday 1 February

2023 Single Stableford

Winner: L Sheraton 34 R/Up: S

Kopelke 33 BRD: F Overington 26

Results for Thursday 2 February

2023 Single Stableford

Winner: P Jensen 42 R/Up: I

Dobbie 39

BRD: Sue Kopelke 37 R Heath-

wood T Quinsee 36 Shane Kopel-

ke P Lawrenson 35 D Olsen 34

NTPs: 2: P Lawrenson 5: A Page

11: Shane Kopelke 14: Shane

Kopelke 2nd shot Ladies 14: Sue

Kopelke 2nd shot 9/18 Div 1: B

Victor Div 2: P Jensen

Results for Saturday 4 February

2023 Single Stroke Monthly Mug

Div 1 Winner: C Mayne 64 R/Up: D

Johnstone 67 3rd: P Brown 68 Div

2 Winner: P McGuigan 68 R/Up: P

Quirk 69 3rd: N Coles 70

BRD: E Hoger 70 C Wieland, M

Butler 71 M Blackley, S Norris, T

Norris, A Page, A Bolton, C Melvin, J Lee 72, G Winter, J Brady, P Harmon, B. Richards 73

NTPs: 2: P Coles 5: C Mayne 11: H Buckley 14: P Lawrenson 2nd shot

Ladies 14: Sue Kopelke 2nd shot

1/10 Div 1: A Page Div 2: P Jensen

TOOGOOLAWAH GOLF CLUB

Starting on Sunday 5th March

2023, Tom will be back with Junior Clinic at 9am Ladies Clinic

10.30am Private or group lessons from 12.15pm. Please Phone Judie on 0407 130 596 to book in.

Wednesday 1st February Ladies

AM Golf 9 hole single stable ford

Winner Robyn Edmonds 20 points, Runner up Sam Maclean 18 points.

Enid’s NTP no 13 Sam Maclean. PM Chook Run Also a 9 hole single stableford

Winner Lyn 21 points, Runner up Michael O’Connor 20 points

NTP no 1 Michael O’Connor, long Drive Daniel Lyons.

Saturday 4th February

6 members travelled to Blackbutt for their Open day.

Alan’s team came in third and Peter’s came in 4th. All agreed the course was great to play on.

A Club Trophy, Single stableford Event was played at Toogoolawah. Winner Bob Marshall 39 points, Runner up Michael O’Connor 38, 2nd Runner up Judie Marshall 37 points.

NTP

1/10 Michael O’Connor, 2/11 Bob Marshall.

Exchange Hotel Groovy Goat Pizza

3/12 Bob Marshall

IGA Toogoolawah 4/13 Trevor Friedrich. 5/14 Blair Broad. For Frank 6/15 Blair Broad,

Saturday for the300yd range, a hot humid afternoon, but with a mild North Easterly breeze, gusting occasionally andwith a mild mirage. Some good scores were achieved for the start of the 2023 competition year.

Iron Sights out of 105.21.

G. King 97.3, R, Perry 94.9 and C. Greenwood 94.2. All F class out of 126.21.

F. Open.

J. Hickmott 122.8 and D. Reddan 108.0.

FTR.

R. White 117.4.

F STD.

R. Cowburn 120.5, J. Findlay

119.10, G. Chandler 119.5, T. Steele 116.7, T. Schultz 116.5, M. Mckenna 105.2 andT Mckenna 100.0

Next week 500yds.

SQUASH

GATTON SQUASH CLUB

Leaps

Shane Zische(3-43) def Justin Stephens (2-46)

Courtney Haak (5-55) def Andrew Lerch (0-0)

Tom Hayes (3-47) def Jason Cook (2-47)

Scotty Coggins (2-42) lost to Chris Cottone (3-53)

Blake Loughman (5-56) def Nat Kajewski (0-28)

Di Malone(0-0) lost to Graham Malone (5-55)

Amanda Hannon (3-51) def Clayton Westman (2-47)

Ultraviolet lost to Anti-Protons Malcolm Marsh (2-47) lost to Kent Idle (3-52)

Subhash Battu (3-42) def Kelsey

O’Dea (2-55)

Kerrie Toohey (2-33) lost to Aaron

O’Dea (3-50)

AnnetteKilah (2-40) lost to Josh Reisenleiter (3-47)

Reserve Player (0-0) lost to Graham Smith (5-55)

Connor Kleidon (4-51) def Cody Wegner (1-28)

Tony Prentice (0-32) lost to Mason Kleidon (5-55)

Semiconductors lost to Higgs

Bosons

Dan Lawless (2-49) lost to Rob Balenzuela (3-47)

Steve Marriott (5-55) def Neil Thomas (0-27)

Sam Steinhardt (0-32) lost to Brent Loughman (5-55)

Jacob Sudhaus (2-46) lost to Tony Bowers (3-49)

Georgia Malone(1-40) lost to Lachlan Evans (4-54)

Nick Theodosis (5-55) def Jenny Barnes (0-0)

Dan O’Brien (2-39) lost to John White (3-42)

Pictured at Toogoolawah Golf Club was one of the Coaching Clinics held for Juniors. Back Row: Tom Parchomovicz Professional from Bribie Island Golf Club with Laney and Amber Grills. Front Row: Nate Friedrich, Denham Carroll, Chloe Roughan and Teia-Rose Carroll.

Life member scores hole in one

ESK golfer Colin Pettet hit a hole in one on Sunday January 22.

The 81-year-old started playing when he retired to Esk at 64 and this was his

“I’m quite proud of the achievement,” he said.

“I actually did get close one time a few years ago, most of the players have been close.”

He took the fateful shot on the 123m hole four, a par three at Esk Golf Club, with a 21 degree seven wood.

“There’s a bunker in front of the green, and it rises up so you can’t see the front part of the green,” Pettet said.

“When I hit the ball, it went up in the air, over the bunker and then disappeared from view.

“When we got over there to it anywhere.

“There were four of us looking for it and I just casually said to one of the ladies who was playing with us ‘oh look in the hole.’

“So she walks over and she said ‘there’s a ball in the hole Colin!’”

in red ink, there was no doubt the ball was his.

“It was a hole in one,” he said.

“I’ve got to put it down as a good shot.”

However, the hole in one was not Pettet’s proudest achievement.

He was made a life member at the club’s AGM last year.

“Now that’s an achievePettet said.

“They don’t give them out

easily, you’ve got to put the work in at the club, not just turn up to play golf.”

He has one goal left to

WHAT is your Back pain trying to tell you?

There are a lot of different reasons why you may be having back pain, and ignoring any of them is not a good idea.

Some common issues that cause back pain to linger include:

Muscle spasm or strain

Damage to the disc

Tear or hyperextension to the supporting muscle or tendons

Arthritis

Repetitive or overuse injuries

These issues can occur due to a myriad of issues, such as having poor posture, sitting too long at a desk or driving, a sporting injury, a car accident, repeated heavy lifting or working in a bent position for long periods.

When it comes to back pain: don’t wait to seek treatment.

achieve, to play his age.

The Esk course is a par course in 81.

“So I’ve got 11 to play with,” Pettet said.

“I don’t know anyone that’s done it.”

THE Dusk Till Dawn Charity Run/Walk Event will be held on February 11 and 12 at Toogoolawah Showgrounds.

This year the event celebrates its 30th year and event organisers have chosen a new Brisbane-based charity called ‘Community Friends’.

They are not funded by any church or government but with 200 volunteers work tirelessly helping those less fortunate.

This year at the track we will set it in a party style with balloons and a cake. Each entry will receive a 30% discount and a 30 year medal.

Everyone is welcome, ability.

This is a light-hearted, fun event to encourage people into the sport.

Chat with seasoned runners and ask their secrets to the sport.

Saturday night camping is included in the entry fee. Power, water, toilets, and shower is also available.

The course is well lit, 1k out and back across some gravel and short grass. For more on Community Friends, visit www.communityfriends.org.au

Entries are open even on race day, go to www. geoffsruns.com

GEOFF WILLIAMS

When you experience an injury to your back, or realise you’re having regular back pain as a result of an ongoing injury or overuse, the cause of your pain as soon as possible.

Back pain can quickly become chronic, as a what starts as a small issue may become complicated if not addressed early on.

Though back pain is common, it is not normal.

It is smart to have your back checked early by your GP or Physiotherapist, so that you know early on what is going on.

Once the cause is determined, the best treatment options can be prescribed for you.

These may include:

Targeted exercises to build support and strength in the area of your back that is injured

Stretching exercises

to improve mobility and Support and guidance for an exercise routine that supports your return to sport, work or both.

Getting the correct guidance is important, so that you don’t have any further injury as you recover from your back pain.

Marina Crichton Physiotherapist

My Care Physio & Therapy

Colin Pettet hit a hole in one at Esk Golf Club on January 22.

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

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Big weekend for Lockyer Cricket

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Yowie parkrun marks four years

Yowie parkrun celebrated 4 years of parkrunning in Kilcoy on Saturday February 4. Since February 2, 2019, over 1,600 participants have completed almost 5,000 parkruns – covering almost 25,000km. The group thanked their volunteers. PHOTO: KILCOY PARKRUN

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Roar (yellow bibs) and Wobbly Bits (green bibs) playing on February 2.

Bonny, Sienne and Payton practicing their shots ahead of the Junior Draw which starts February 9.

LAIDLEY LADIES SHOOT HOOPS FOR ROUND ONE

LAIDLEY & District Netball Association launched its 2023 season with round 1 of the senior draw on February 2 at the Laidley Recreational Reserve.

Twenty-two teams are playing in the senior competition in A and B grade along with mixed teams, and four teams have entered the returning walking netball

President Damien Beare is hoping to bolster the walking netball team numbers hindered play in 2022. 07

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