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WHERE TIME FLUTTERS BY The Garden of Eden – Grantham opened its doors to butterﬂy and botany lovers for its ﬁrst ever tour on Sunday December 10. PAGE 4

Gatton residents Narelle and Mark Zischke at the Garden of Eden – Grantham, spotting an orchard swallowtail butterﬂy (Papilio aegeus). PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

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IT TRULY is a wonderful time of year and a great time to be out and about in the community. Visiting Christmas carnivals, parties, and carols is certainly a highlight of the job and I hope you’ve enjoyed our social photos of the Christmas events taking place around the region. Next week, December 20, will be our final edition for the year before we return to

Help Helidon celebrate 150 years IN 2024 Helidon State School is celebrating its 150th Anniversary. It’s my understanding that less than 40 Qld schools have reached this impressive milestone. The corner-stone event for next year is our 150th Anniversary Fete after midday on Saturday May 11th 2024 which is the day before Mother’s Day, I believe. Our plan is to make this a memorable occasion for December update KASI officially opened our new quarterly art exhibition on Sunday 12 November with a fabulous afternoon on The Lakeside Deck. It was wonderful to have Mayor Lehmann, Councillor Wendt and their lovely wives in attendance as well. The People’s Choice winning entry was the painting titled ‘He Watches Over Me’ by artist Tracey Bennett, with the lucky ticket won by Lisa May. The exhibition will continue until early February 2024 so please pop into

your news stands on January 10. In it, we will have two pages of puzzles (some with a festive flavour) to keep you entertained over Christmas. This week our Your Town competition draws to a close. It’s a campaign we are passionate about and we hope you have embodied our ‘shop local’ message when searching for Christmas gifts this year.

A big thank you to all the participating businesses for jumping on board and to our sponsors for championing every town in our beautiful region. Remember to get your entries in today in time for the final draw at the Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival on December 15.

our school community and for the wider Helidon and Lockyer districts. I’m asking for the community to help us out and there’s a few ways you can do this. 1. Mark our Fete on your calendar for May 11th. 2. If you are a past student, staff member, parent or volunteer we’d love to hear from you or people you know who were, and especially hear any funny or interesting anecdotes and stories. We plan to have a special ‘Roll Call’

and take ‘Class Photos’ on the day. 3. If you have any interesting artefacts such as old books, photos, school uniforms, trophies relating to our school we’d love a copy or to borrow them on the day. 4. We are looking for local businesses to support us with one of our attractive sponsorship packages. Will your business provide some support in cash or kind, or donate a prize for one of our many raffles? 5. We’re looking for Market

Stall Holders to set up their tent on our oval on the day. Details for all of these are available on our school website at: helidonss. eq.edu.au/our-community/ 150-th-anniversary-in2024 or email me at: principal@helidonss. eq.edu.au . We are a great little community at Helidon, and we’re looking forward to sharing our 150th Anniversary with the community. Mark Robertson Principal Helidon State School

the gallery over the Christmas/New Year break. Thank you to our outgoing Artist of the Month (AOM) Kris Wheeler for her wonderful paintings. The AOM feature wall for December 2023 is dedicated to KASI’s roster members as a way of saying ‘thanks’ for their contribution in keeping the Gallery manned and open throughout the year. It is an honour to showcase a variety of artwork created by fourteen artist members including Michelle Lidweth, Noela Lowien, Lisa May, Tanya Davis, Di Taylor, Di Sattler,

Jan Russell, Dr Dawn Evans, Wendy Houston, Brian Wallace, Beverley Johnson, Ann Caporn, Helen Henrich and Kris Wheeler. All artworks are for sale. Please visit the Courthouse Art Gallery during December to view the fabulous range of artwork. KASI is once again participating in the Somerset Christmas Lights Competition, turning on our gallery lights from December 1 in conjunction with the Kilcoy and District Progress Alliance (KDPA) lighting of the town’s Christmas tree in Yowie Park.

Continuing in the community Christmas spirit, we also supported the amazing Kilcoy Christmas Carnival Committee by having a stall of original artworks for sale at the carnival on December 2. On behalf of all our members, KASI thanks the people of the Somerset and Moreton Bay Regions and, in particular, our local Kilcoy community for your support throughout 2023. Wishing everyone a joyous Christmas and we look forward to enjoying your company in 2024. Kilcoy Art Society Inc

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Bringing soft and cuddly comfort in times of trauma

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BY JESSE HAMILTON

QUEENSLAND Country Women’s Association (QCWA) Glamorgan Vale Branch members generously handcrafted comfort teddies to donate to Lowood Police Station on December 7. The donated teddies are given out by police to console children affected by traumatic incidents such as traffic accidents or domestic family violence situations. QCWA Glamorgan Vale Branch member Colleen Phipps said the group sewed more than 50 teddies for the police and said it was a simple gesture in a difficult time. “It is to comfort them and to keep their mind off the accident,” she said.

QCWA Glamorgan Vale Branch secretary Gaylene Knack, treasurer Susan Byrne, president Gail Wendt, and member Colleen Phipps with a box of 50 comfort teddies the group sewed to help kids affected by traumatic events. PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

on to.” The branch has donated comfort teddies to multiple groups in Somerset and

“It’s something to hang on to, if they’re taken away on an ambulance, they have something to hang

afar, including the police, ambulance brigade and children’s hospitals over the last ﬁve years.

The group also held a Melbourne Cup raﬄe where they raised $800 for victims of the Tara Fires.

Lowood unveils new facility as Queensland kindies prepare to go free QUEENSLAND Childcare Services celebrated opening a brand new KindyHub within the Lowood Early Education Centre on December 5-7 as kindies across the state prepare to go free from January 1, 2024. Lowood Early Education Centre Manager Tracey Siekai said the KindyHub would allow children to be immersed in programs such as Bush Kindy, Healthy Bodies and Grandfriends. “The new hub, which will

cater to 44 children, boasts exceptional facilities and resources that will help to create positive, collaborative, and enjoyable learning experiences,” she said. Queensland children attending a government-approved kindergarten next year will be provided 15 hours of subsidised kindergarten care per week. The program will be for children aged at least four years by June 30 in the year before they start school.

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Doing it for the butterﬂies BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE GARDEN of Eden – Grantham opened its doors to butterfly and botany lovers for its first ever tour on Sunday December 10. Co-owner Ray Archer said the private garden now had more than 400 butterflies fluttering about, including common eggflies, orchard swallowtails, and large grass yellows. Mr Archer, his wife Delphine, and their team of volunteers toured visitors around the garden, teaching the young and old about the various butterfly species and their favourite plants. Sister location Bribie Island Butterfly House has been running for more than six years. “We just had our party there the other night, after six years we’ve had over 120,000 visitors in six years with no advertising,” Mr Archer said.

Garden of Eden – Grantham co-owner Ray Archer with some butterﬂies in chrysalis in the garden’s lab. PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

“We’re only open two days a week, 100% run by volunteers, and we’ve given away over half a million dollars in six years to many diﬀerent charities.” Entry to the Garden of Eden is only $5, and goes

towards upkeep of the garden and butterfly breeding efforts. “In the wild if a butterfly lays its eggs, it lays perhaps 100 eggs,” Mr Archer said. “Only 2% of those eggs survive to hatching, world-

An orchard swallowtail.

wide.” Grantham resident Steve Rose visited the garden on Sunday with his children, and said he was very impressed and felt very welcomed. “I was quite surprised by

how many butterﬂies there are, one of them landed on my hand,” he said. “There’s lots of variety of ﬂowers and fresh fruit… my daughter helped herself to some strawberries, which was quite nice.”

“A church nowadays continuing for 125 years is a special occasion, as many of the smaller country churches have had to close down,” she said. “We had Bishop Jeremy Greaves and next week on Saturday he’s going to be installed as the Archbishop of the Brisbane Diocese, and Metropolitan for the province of Queensland. “He said that churches are built with faith and it’s faith that continues them.” Bishop Greaves also blessed the St Mary’s

pantry. “We’ve only had it open and running for just over a month,” Rev Chambers said. The service also had a display of a dozen wedding dresses. “It was interesting to see the change in style of wedding dresses over the years,” Rev Chambers said. “The ladies outdid themselves with the lunch and we had a beautiful cake with a picture of St Mary’s on the cake, donated by Coff and Co.”

Faith kept St Mary’s doors open for 125 years A KILCOY church celebrated 125 years of service to its community on Sunday December 10. St Mary’s Anglican Church Reverand Jilleen Chambers said it was a wonderful celebration. “We had a special baptism for a little boy named Declan Mudge, he’s the great, great, great grandchild of Arthur Arnold who built the church,” Rev Chambers said. “We had one person join the church, Therese Ferris. “We had over 100 people

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Bishop Jeremy Greaves attended Kilcoy for St Mary’s 125th anniversary service, where Declan Mudge received a special baptism. PHOTO: TREVOR WESSLING

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church’s history was a testament to the community’s faith.

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Missing memorial plaque BY GRACE CRICHTON

A MEMORIAL plaque commemorating a WWII air base in Lowood has been removed from its site, prompting calls for its return. Royal Australian Air Force No. 23 Squadron Association Chaplain Reverend Robert Heathwood discovered the plaque was missing when he visited the WWII RAAF Lowood Airfield Memorial at Mt Tarampa on November 28. Rev Heathwood said he was ‘aghast’ to find the Daisy Road memorial plaque had been removed, presumably stolen. “This was a memorial dedicated to the legacy of those men and women who served at RAAF Base Lowood,” he said. Rev Heathwood said removing the plaque was done in ‘complete contempt’ of the sacrifice and service of those who fought in the war. The Daisy Road Memorial Plaque was installed by RAAF No. 23 Squadron Association on August 4, 2022. No. 23 Squadron Association historian George

The Daisy Road memorial park has been removed (inset) from the Lowood Airﬁeld Memorial, prompting a public call out for its return. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

Hatchman questioned the motivation of the person or people responsible “Why would they do that, was it just to get the copper value out of it?” he said. “It bothers you that there are people in the community that think nothing of

history and sacrifice and knock those things off for the sake of getting a few bloody dollars for them.” Mr Hatchman and Rev Heathwood hoped the ‘Christmas Grinch’ would return the plaque to the Lowood RSL. Lowood Police Station Officer in Charge Senior Ser-

geant James Bromley said it was a timely reminder for the public to make reports for such incidents. “We are making it easier for matters to be reported to police on some types of crime,” he said. “If you don’t need police to attend immediately, you can ﬁll out an online report

for some types of crime, traﬃc incidents and complaints.” If you have information for police in relation to the stolen plaque, contact Policelink on 131 444 or by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www. police.qld.gov.au/reporting

Fatal car crash Plainland; domestic violence prevention CAR CRASH PLAINLAND A MOTORCYCLE rider has died following a two-vehicle crash on the Warrego Highway at Plainland on December 8. Initial investigations

indicate around 6.30am the rider was travelling west when the bike collided with a truck headed in the same direction. The rider of the bike, a 43-year-old St Ruth man,

died at the scene. Anyone with information or dashcam is urged to contact police. WORK AGAINST DV QPS officers, community members, and partner

agencies operating in the domestic and family violence space were recognised on November 28 at the first QPS Domestic and Family Violence Prevention (DFVP) Awards.

The ELEVATE (Everyone Lift to End Violence and Target Education) program addresses the specific needs of young people who are affected by domestic and family violence.

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>> SRC BRIEFS RATES AUCTION CANCELLED AN AUCTION to recover overdue property rates and legal fees for a Minden property was cancelled after Somerset Regional Council (SRC) received payment of rates and legal costs in full. SRC Mayor Graeme Lehmann said council was pleased all overdue costs and associated legal fees had been paid. “We are relieved that an auction of a family home at Minden has been averted,” said Cr Lehmann. If you are having difficulty paying rates, you can contact SRC to discuss potential options. Call 5424 4000 from 8:30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, or email mail@somerset.qld.gov.au TOOGOOLAWAH ARTIST WINS AWARD Toogoolawah artist Naomi McKenzie has won this year’s Queensland Regional Art Awards Emerging Artist award. The artwork titled ‘Where We Meet’ was a silver gelatin photographic piece, hand processed on metallic paper. Naomi recently exhibited at The Condensery and also received support from SRC’s Regional Arts Development Fund for a mentorship with artist Kellie O’Dempsey. LIBRARY HOLIDAY FUN SRC libraries are ready to welcome Somerset families with a with a huge range of activities to engage, entertain and inspire the whole family. Upcoming highlights at Somerset libraries include Christmas crafts, Lego, robotics, virtual reality and more. Pick up your Summer Holiday Program from any Somerset Library and check the SRC website somerset.qld.gov.au

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Smoking ceremony for safe space in school BY GRACE CRICHTON

MOUNT Whitestone State School hosted the Yagara Dancers for a smoking ceremony in their new yarning circle on December 1. They were joined by students from neighbouring small schools Mt Sylvia and Ma Ma Creek for the ceremony and First Nations cultural workshops. Yagara Dancers Dirri’Ya-Gamil Kapithun, Uncle Henry Thompson, and Loren Thompson performed the traditional ceremony within the circle and explained the signiﬁcance of the practice to the students. “With this practice, we incorporate the green leaves from special trees and we bring it to our ﬁre, which is the constant reminder of change,” Dirri’Ya-Gamil said. “In this ceremony, it scares

Yagara Dancers performed a smoking ceremony for Mt Whitestone State School’s yarning circle. PHOTO: GRACE CRICHTON

oﬀ all the bad spirits so that we can cleanse the space that allows for healing to take place.” Students were invited to walk past the ﬁre, think positive thoughts, and use the smoke ‘like a shower’ to cleanse themselves. Dirri’Ya-Gamil said the smoking ceremony was

an important practice for travellers. “It’s used for many occasions, like when we welcome people who are coming to either stay within our lands, or passing through,” he said. Mt Whitestone State School principal Karen Lynch said the yarning circle was a safe space for students

to talk about their feelings. “We also thought it was really important to make sure we had the blessing ceremony to get rid of that negative energy and to bring a First Nations perspective into the school,” she said. The students then participated in dance and boomerang throwing workshops.

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Caravan park wins people’s choice ESK Caravan Park made waves at the Queensland Tourism Industry Council Awards, winning Gold in the RACQ People’s Choice Award and Silver in the Caravan and Holiday Parks category. General manager Emily Willoughby said the accolades were significant given the formidable competition from other top-tier accommodation providers. “The fact that this was our first time being nominated makes the receipt of the Silver and Gold awards all the more meaningful and humbling,” Ms Willoughby said. “Our warm country hospitality, combined with the excellent amenities we offer, played a pivotal role in securing these accolades.” Ms Willoughby said the people’s choice award

held a special place in the hearts of the team. “It reflects the direct endorsement and support of our incredible guests,” she said. The silver medal underscored the visionary efforts of park owners Paul and Jackie Lawson. “Their relentless commitment over the past 11 years has been instrumental in the continuous evolution of the park, shaping it into the award-winning destination it stands as today,” Ms Willoughby said. “We’re proud to share that we received tourism grant funding from the Australian Government via Austrade, and we’re deeply grateful for this support which has afforded us the opportunity to bring our vision to be an accessible destination for travellers of all abilities to life.”

Condensery hosts more than 500 artists’ work THE CONDENSERY – Somerset Regional Art Galley opened ‘Healing Garden’ on December 9, showcasing the work of more than 500 Somerset artist residents, joined by ‘Remnants | Impressions’ – a Bomb Shelter installation by Louis Lim. ‘Healing Garden’ was a community-engagement project led by Hiromi Tango. “We used this project for community recovery purpose, and it’s been made by over 500 artist residents,

Naomi, Grace and Tracey added to the work of more than 500 Somerset artist residents at the ‘Healing Garden’ exhibition workshop on December 9. PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

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‘Healing Garden’ project lead Hiromi Tango with the Yu Ka, meaning ‘dream ﬂower’ and ‘healing ﬂower’ outside The Condensery.

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A quilt of appreciation for our war heroes BY JESSE HAMILTON

THE hard-working Hatton Vale Happy Crafters received a certiﬁcate of appreciation for their quilt donations to the Quilts of Valour Australia initiative on December 4. The quilts aid foundation aimed to cover service members and veterans impacted by war with comforting and healing quilts. Quilts of Valour Australia founder Helen Comport said each part of the quilt represented a layer of appreciation Australians had for their service heroes. “The wadding, the ﬁller is the centre of the quilt, it’s warmth,” she said. “It represents our hope that this quilt will bring comfort, peace and healing.” Hatton Vale Happy Crafters group coordinator Valerie Harmer said the group had

Ivy Heck celebrated her 102nd birthday with her children Brad Heck, Caryn Payne, and Dennis and Trevor Heck at Blue Care Lowood Glenwood Aged Care. PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

Ivy Heck turns 102

Hatton Vale Happy Crafters members sewed 50 quilts for Quilts of Valour Australia, showing their appreciation through blanket donations to Australia’s service members and veterans. PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

gone above and beyond sewing 50 quilts for the cause. “We have about 20, 30 members who meet here on Mondays, and each year, we

take on something diﬀerent, and this year was Quilts of Valour,” she said. “A lot of our fabrics are donated to us from locals,

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AFTER a century and two years, Ivy Heck is still as sharp as a tack. On Friday December 1 she celebrated her birthday with her four children. “It’s fantastic to have my family here, I do appreciate it,” Ivy said. “I’ve got a great faith in God, I think it’s kept me going lots of times. “Sometimes you have your down days, but we always get chirping again.” Born in Marburg in 1921, Ivy spent most of her life in Glamorgan

Vale where she married into a dairy farm with her husband Les in 1940. In her retirement, Ivy did volunteer work with the Blue Nurses shop in Lowood, and increased her involvement with church and the Country Women’s Association Her favourite things to cook were sponge cakes, scones, jams, and her rosella jam won first prize at state level in CWA. Today she is looked after by staff at Blue Care Lowood Glenwood.

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run Creating a healing environment Santa features kids BY JACOB HAYDEN

THE CREATIVE Healing Hub is welcoming Laidley residents and the wider community to attend craft classes and healing sessions to bring wellness to their lives. Hub director Suzie Gardner said she, Kerryn Weier, Liz Maher, Gayle Pilon and Alvin Nand came together to create the hub after deciding the community needed more social wellness. Suzie leads a craft workshop at every Friday morning Toy Wiz, Laidley, where crafters create simple but beautiful pieces. “They’re simple techniques to make something nice, which people can go on to sell if they wish to,” Suzie said. “People are so hard-up for cash these days, try and find a gift for twenty bucks… you can come here and make it, and people love it because you made it.” For some, being able to speak with like-minded people is enough of a reason to visit. “You can just come down and have a coffee if you like, you don’t have to do anything,” Suzie said. “A lot of people will just call in and have a coffee, and off they’ll toddle.” The craft sessions complement other activities offered by the hub,

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Creative Healing Hub director Suzie Gardner holding a moonlight ornament, the ﬁnished product of a craft session last month. Back row: Kerryn Weier, Julie Bull, Ryan Weier, Manda Watkins. Front row: Jared Weier, Liz Maher, Alvin Nand, Gayle Pilon. PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

including ‘Corks n Canvases’ led by Alvin on Saturday afternoons, and healing activities with Gayle. “Gayle came on board to do some wellness with us, she does sound healing, meditation, reiki, tapping,” Suzie said. “Gayle and I have been doing a chakra dance on a Thursday night for nearly two years now, and it’s

only just become popular. “We’ve got a nice crowd of about ten people now.” Another drawcard for the hub is its leather workshop with Allen Pilon. “You get to take home a belt, you learn how to make it, you dye it, you put your name on it,” Suzie said.

“We make bracelets and bands, great little Christmas gifts. “Allen’s been around for many years, he has a little market around here selling sandals and things like that, and he has a big following.” Call Suzie for information about craft workshops and other Creative Healing Hub events on 0421842992.

PREPARE for some family fun this Sunday as the Fairway Estate Community Group directs a classic car convoy in Hatton Vale, delighting lolly enthusiasts by handing out treats along the streets. The Santa Run will start and finish at Shell Rusty’s Hatton Vale at 10am and will travel down 26 roads across Hatton Vale. The convoy will feature classic bikes and trucks filled with candy as well as the Queensland Rural Fire Brigade fire truck. Event organiser Mark Milliner said the Santa run was a fun event for all and there were lolly donation bins at the Hatton Vale IGA and Plainland Woolworths for anyone who wanted to donate treats. “It’s a wonderful event, and it’s an important time of the year to lift people’s spirits,” he said. “It’s great for the kids, the adults, grandparents love it too because of the classic cars.”

Keep calm and plan ahead to avoid stress this holiday season

BY SARAH LEWIN NATUROPATH

KEEP calm – it’s less than two weeks until Christmas. Do those words fill you with dread? If they do, then be assured you are not alone. Not everyone bounces into Christmas wearing a red hat with bells and an equally jolly smile. Some of us claw our way through the months leading

up to the celebration, worrying about the presents, the meal preparation and spending time with loved ones. I suspect that most of us secretly dread aspects of this annual holiday. Even the most self-assured amongst us have expectations to live up to. Self imposed expecta-

tions are the worst. Who really cares if great aunt Mildred doesn’t like your version of the traditional Christmas pudding? Some options to minimise the emotional and financial impacts of the upcoming silly season: 1. There is an alternative to the traditional roast meal; assorted cold meats and

salads for the main festivities. Dips and chips to start, with fruit salads and pavlova for dessert. 2. Invite everyone to bring a plate of an interesting or unusual salad or dessert. 3. Make a list of who is bringing each item, so you don’t get ten of the same dish. 4. Instead of gift giving, ask

everyone to donate twenty dollars to their favourite charity, or nominate a charity for the donations to go to. 5. Ask everyone pops twenty dollars into a jar, for a trip to the beach, ten pin bowling or the movies. Make it a fun boxing day family activity. Planning ahead can save stress and make life easier for this holiday season.

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GATTON Taxi Services has adopted a fast and reliable way for customers to book their next trip. The SmartMove system provides drivers with an eﬃcient central booking and GPS tracking system that ensures higher customer booking reliability. Gatton Taxi Services owner David Pearson said customers can call Gatton Taxis or book through the SmartHail app which notiﬁes customers to their nearest driver. “When you ring now, we have a booking system that we use where all the leads are recorded and go straight to a tablet in each car,” he said. “The old way was to just phone and text, and you could miss people if you were busy.” “This booking system tightens it up when previously maybe a cab could be late.”

Gatton Taxi Services has adopted the SmartMove booking system, offering customers a more efﬁcient way of booking their next ride. PHOTO: JESSE HAMILTON

Mr Pearson encouraged seniors to make the most of taxi subsidy cards as the service also oﬀered ease of

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The Lowood Show Society team kept the ham wheel spinning all night on Saturday December 9.

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Jacob, Yazmin, Dominic and Samara with Santa and his elf at Lowood.

Festive joy sprinkles across region LEFT: Santa made a special visit to the Murphys Creek Christmas Social on December 9, hosted by the Murphys Creek Progress Association. BELOW: Clara, Alice, Milly and Jerry at the Toogoolawah Christmas Tree, with their pooches Ratdog, Dolly and Daisy. PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN, JESSE HAMILTON, MURPHYS CREEK PROGRESS ASSOCIATION. Taylor Wilks, Jane O’Shannessy, and Debbie Hughes serving pork rolls as part of the Forest Hill Christmas Festivities team.

Lockyer Waters local Aliecha Scott giving son Sabastian a piggyback ride under the Christmas bell tree at the Forest Hill Christmas Festival on December 8.

Edith, Maggie, Annie and Mabel with the stilt walkers at the Toogoolawah Christmas Tree on December 9.

Don’t spend Christmas alone, join Laidley Community Festive Feast ADVERTORIAL IF YOU find yourself home alone this Christmas, the Laidley Community Festive Feast is on again, providing a place to go and plenty of company on Christmas Day. Volunteer Denise Morris

said anyone who would be alone on Christmas Day was welcome. “It was started to provide a meal for the people who... were on their own and they weren’t going to be getting a Christmas

dinner,” she said. “But now it’s evolved. “There are more lonely people out there than there are poor, it’s now for people that are home alone.” Please arrive from 10:30am for lunch to be

served at 11:30am. It will be held at the Laidley Showgrounds Hall, use of which was donated by the Laidley Show Society. “There’s no charge involved for them but it’s nice if you get a donation,” Mrs

Morris said. Mrs Morris also encouraged neighbours to help out with transportation. “Do you live next door to someone that’s home alone all the time? If there’s someone next door

whose doing it tough, bring them down,” she said. RSVPs are encouraged before December 18. Contact Denise 0418 195 081 or galaxie65@ bigpond.com or call Faye Putland 5465 2083.

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Fire ant biosecurity zone changes

QUEENSLAND’S fire ant biosecurity zones have been adjusted to align with the Interstate Plant Quarantine (IPQ) zones as of December 1. This will mean that the fire ant biosecurity zones will be reviewed monthly and updated according to new fire ant detections. New areas in the Lockyer and Somerset regions included in the biosecurity zones are Mount Sylvia, Mount Whitestone, Spring Creek, and Wivenhoe Hill, which all have partially covered areas included in the zone. The changes are being introduced as part of the new Fire Ant Response Plan 2023-2027 and will help to reduce the risk of human-assisted spread of fire ants including:  Reducing confusion regarding intrastate and interstate movement

restrictions.  Provide a more targeted approach to fire ant management.  The new fire ant biosecurity zones will extend 5km beyond known fire ant detections, rather than the biosecurity zones following suburb boundaries. Fire ant biosecurity zones apply to all individuals and businesses who work with organic materials sourced from within Queensland’s fire ant infestation. This includes soil, hay, mulch, manure, quarry materials, turf and potted plants. There are two fire ant biosecurity zones. Zone 1 covers suburbs that have received or are scheduled to eradication treatment and Zone 2 covers suburbs yet to receive treatment.

New locations in the Lockyer Valley and Somerset regions have been added to the ﬁre ant biosecurity zones interactive map, available for download at ﬁreants.org.au PHOTO: NATIONAL FIRE ANT ERADICATION PROGRAM

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Food security report released

A Senate Inquiry will investigate food prices in super markets, a move welcomed by the National Farmers Federation. PHOTO: UNSPLASH

Supermarket inquiry welcomed A SENATE inquiry into Supermarket Prices was welcomed by Australia’s peak farm body, who said farmers were ‘fed up’ with being kept in the dark about agricultural supply chain prices. National Farmers Federation (NFF) president David Jochinke said supply chains lacked transparency. “We can see what people pay at the checkout, and we know what we’re getting at the farm gate, but who clips the ticket in the middle is hidden from view,” Mr Jochinke said. Mr Jochinke said the pressures on farmers were reaching ‘boiling point’. An AUSVEG survey earlier this year showed 34% of vegetable growers were considering leaving the industry, while a livestock market crash was not reﬂected in supermarket prices.

The Senate established the Select Committee on Supermarket Prices on December 6 to report on the price setting practices and market power of major supermarkets. Greens Economic Justice spokesperson Senator Nick McKim said ‘Coles and Woolworths were making billions in profits by price gouging in a cost of living crisis’. “This inquiry is a critical step toward dismantling the market concentration that’s led to unfair pricing and stifled competition,” Mr McKim said. “It is about ensuring that Australians can afford to eat without being exploited, and that suppliers are treated fairly.” Coles CEO Leah Weckert and Woolworths Group CEO Brad Banducci have both confirmed they will participate in the inquiry.

Nationa Famers Federation released an issues paper last week on market price transparency which outlines steps the government could take to improve fairness and price transparency for farmers which would ﬂow on to better outcomes for consumers at the checkout. IDEAS PUT FORWARD IN THE ISSUES PAPER INCLUDE:  mandatory price reporting and disclosure;  increased powers for the ACCC to access supply chain data;  further reforms to unfair contract terms;  improving whistleblower protections and access to justice; and,  greater uptake of collective bargaining. The committee is to present a ﬁnal report by May 7, 2024.

THE AUSTRALIAN Parliament’s Agriculture Committee has released its report for its inquiry into food security in Australia. The inquiry examined ways to strengthen and safeguard Australia’s food security, focussing on production, supply chains and key inputs, as well as climate change, biosecurity and food insecurity. Committee Chair Meryl Swanson MP said despite Australia being one of the most food secure countries in the world, recent developments both at home and abroad have shown food security presented real and growing challenges to the nation. “Food security is not

something that any of us can take for granted,” Ms Swanson said. “COVID-19, floods, the effects of the war in Ukraine, and outbreaks of Foot and Mouth Disease and Lumpy Skin Disease in Indonesia have highlighted risks to our food system. “Systemic change is required so that all Australians, and those that depend on Australian food production, will be food secure. “Consultation, cooperation, coordination and innovation are the keys to food security.” The Committee made 35 recommendations to address food security in Australia, including creating a

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Beaudesert Saleyards Saturday December 9 Cows & calves hit $1300 at Beaudesert. Agents Bartholomew & Co reported a larger yarding for their last Beaudesert Store sale for 2023. A quality line up of restocker steer & heifers sold to a very solid market. Cows & calves met strong competition. Yawarra PTY LTD, Nindooinbah, sold Euro x steers 2 years for $1290. Droughtmaster x steers 15 mths account Vogler Farming Co. Boonah, sold for $1120. Mark & Sandra Downes, Christmas Creek, sold Brangus steers 15 mths for $1200. Segla Investments PTY LTD, Cainbable, sold Santa steers 14 mths for $1060. Santa x steer 14 mths account June Richards, Palen Creek, sold for $1060. Len Bundy, Palen Creek, sold Santa steers 14 mths for $1000. Droughtmaster steers 14 mths account Miker Bauer, Hoya, sold for $1000. Rodney Brook, Tamrookum, sold Angus steers 14 mths for $960. Droughtmaster weaner steers account Richard Toft, Borallon, sold for $970. Glenapp Cattle Co, Running Creek, sold Droughtmaster weaner steers for $900. Droughtmaster steers 12 mths account James & Jessie Brook, Tamrookum, sold for $910. Ken Richards, Palen Creek, sold Santa weaner steers for $790. Droughtmaster weaner steers account Dean Zurvas, Mt Alford, sold for $710. Russell Hendy, Knapp Creek, sold Droughtmaster weaner steers for $690. Stacey Wilson, Boonah, sold Santa Heifers 2 years for $815. Euro x heifers 15 mths account Vogler Farming Co. sold for $760. Yawarra PTY LTD sold Euro x heifers 15 mths for $730. Charbray heifers 15 mths account Geoff & Tracey Dunnett Family Trust, Maroon, sold for $710. Droughtmaster heifers 12 mths account Glenn & Justine Stanton, Maroon, sold for $620. Glenapp Cattle Co. sold Santa weaner heifers for $610. Santa x weaner heifers account Des Ruhland & Natalie Daley, Mt Alford, sold for $600. Gold Coast Marine Hatchery, Woongoolba, sold Droughtmaster cows & calves for $1300. Early Storms Pastoral, Illinbah, sold Braford cows & calves for $1100. The Cronk Family Trust, Christmas Creek, sold Droughtmaster cows & calves for $1000. Jilabri Family Trust, Milbong, sold a Charbray Bull for $3000. The next Beaudesert Store Sale is the 13th January 2024 commencing at 9.30am Dalby Saleyards Wednesday December 6

Tim and Anita Mahon of Glenhills Pastoral, Palen Creek purchased Charbray heifers 15 months from Tracey Dunnett of Maroon for $710 at the Beaudesert Store Sale on Saturday December 9.

Cattle numbers at Dalby more than doubled the previous weeks level to 7,653 head. Stock were drawn from a wide area with 95 head from Victoria 619 from New South Wales plus 326 from far Western Queensland. Buyer attendance was not as good as the previous week with a couple of regulars absent from the buying panel. However there was a good lineup of restocker buyers. The larger numbers allowed average prices to vary in places. Yearling steers to feed averaged 3c to 8c/kg less. Yearling heifers could not maintain the improved levels of the previous week. Bullocks to export processors averaged 6c/kg cheaper. Cows remained close to firm with only small variations in places. Light weight yearling steers returning to the paddock made to 404c to average 359c/kg. Yearling steers to feed for the domestic market averaged from 337c to 350c with sales to 374c some to restockers made to 380c/kg. Heavy weight yearling steers to feed made to an isolated 341c to average 315c/kg. Light weight yearling heifers to restockers made to 318c with most from 275c to 286c/kg. Medium weight yearling heifers to feed averaged from 271c to 274c and sold 302c/kg. Heavy weight yearling heifers to feed made to 290c to average 262c and processor lines in the mid to high 270c/kg range. Bullocks made to 290c to average 284c/kg. Medium weight 2 score cows averaged 171c and made to 180c/kg. Heavy weight 3 score cows averaged 195c and the best of the cows made to 230c to average 219c/kg. Heavy weight bulls made to 269c/kg. Laidley Saleyards Thursday December 7 845 head were yarded at Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale on Thursday. The market

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was again improved, with steers and cows & calves selling to strong competition. Metcalf Farms, Gatton, sold pens of cows & calves for the $1600, $1500 & $1420, cows for $1120 and lines of weaner steers for $840, $835 & $750. Barramedees, Mt Whitestone, sold Charbray cows for $1210 and pens of cows & calves, with Droughtmasters making $1540 and Charbrays $1570. Graeme Duncan, Ma Ma Creek, sold lines of milk tooth Droughtmaster steers for $1220 and $1160. J Ahearn, Mt Walker West, sold Droughtmaster weaner steers for $900. Kevin & Anne Utz, Coominya, sold lines of Simmental weaners, with steers making $880 & $800 and heifers $840. Jackson and Crowley, Fordsdale, sold lines of Brahman heifers for $1200, $1160 and $1100. Jim O’Keeffe, Ingoldsby, sold 6 month old Charbray steers for $775. Edenbridge Farm, Dayboro, sold Droughtmaster steers for $1260. Michael Bond, Mt Pleasant, sold Brangus steers for $1300. Neil Brooker, Ma Ma Creek, sold Brahman cows for $1480. Greg Zischke, Hattonvale, sold Red Angus weaner steers for $875 & $750. Jeff Armstrong, Blenheim, sold backgrounder steers for $1100 & $920 and heifers for $1100. Owen Southwood, Grantham, sold Belmont Red backgrounder steers for $1090. Jim King, Hattonvale, sold Droughtmaster steers for $965. Merv Swindells, Mt Whitestone, sold Charbray steers for $900. Mark Sanders, Rockside, sold Charbray cows for $1100. Wayne Stanton, Neurum, sold Brangus store cows for $890. Copely Gully, Kilcoy, sold backgrounder steers for $1040 & $990 and heifers for $1040, $810 & $800. Des Knopke, Lowood, sold weaner steers for $1000 and $820. The Olm Family, Ropeley,

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sold Charbray weaner steers for $820. Collins Grazing, Anduramba, sold lines of Charbray steer calves for $695, $650 & $580. Robert Brunker, Coominya, sold a line of Brahman steers for $800. Josh Sippel, Caboolture, sold Brahman cross milk tooth heifers for $960. Toowoomba Saleyards Monday December 4 There was a very small increase in supply to 162 head at Toowoomba. Buyer attendance and activity was good with most classes experiencing stronger demand. Young cattle lifted in price by a further 30c to 50c/kg pushed on by restocker support. Cows also lifted in price to be in line with other selling centres. Light weight yearling steers returning to the paddock averaged 338c and made to 378c/kg. The under 330kg lines also made to 378c to average 352c/kg. A handful of yearling steers to feed averaged 308c and made to 336c/kg. Light weight yearling heifers sold to restockers at a top of 288c with most from 273c to 274c/kg. Medium weight yearling heifers to feed averaged 272c and heavy weights made to 306c to average 300c/kg. Light weight plain condition cows averaged 169c and medium weight 2 scores 178c/kg. Good heavy weight cows made to 246c to average 235c/ kg. A single over conditioned cow returned $1,533/head. Heavy weight bulls made to 256c/kg. Woodford Saleyards Monday December 4 171 head were sold at Stariha Auctions Woodford cattle sale on Monday. The market continues to improve on the back of good widespread rainfalls. Peter & Alice O’Keeffe, Conondale, sold Charbray steers for $1070 and $900. Hinterland Helper & Rural Services, Wootha, sold Brahman steers for $970. Luke Ferguson, Mount Kilcoy, sold Droughtmaster steers for $930 and $800. Jason Pini, Maleny, sold Droughtmaster males for $780. Sommer Stud Droughtmasters, Maleny, sold Droughtmaster weaner steers for $745. Timothy & Carolyn Cork, Witta, sold vealer heifers for $460. Peter Zillman, Caboolture, sold Charbray calves, with steers making $570 and heifers $560 & $460. Gayle & Nigel Patterson, Mount Mellum , sold a Santa bull for $1500. Janette Douglas, Reesville, sold Droughtmaster cows for $900. Josh Sippel, Caboolture, sold Droughtmaster vealer males for $580 & $490 and Charbray vealer heifers for $560 & $560.

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Queensland Produce in the Brisbane Market for the week ending Friday, 08 December 2023. FRUIT: LEMONS: Eureka Extra $60-$80[$70] Best $85 BulkCP, Eureka No1 $50-$70[$57] 13KgCtn, Eureka No1 $60-$70[$65] BulkCP, Eureka No1 $60-$80[$67] CP, Eureka No2 $50-$60[$55] BulkCP. MANGOES: R2E2 No1 ExLarge <8 $30$40[$33] SLTray, R2E2 No1 Large 8-10 $30-$40[$33] SLTray, R2E2 No1 Medium 11-12 $24-$36[$28] Best $40 SLTray, R2E2 No1 Small >12 $24-$30[$26] SLTray. ORANGES: Navel Cara Cara No1 $25$40[$32.50] CP, Navel Cara Cara No2 $12-$24[$18] CP, Navel Late Lane $350$380[$365] Best $400 1/2Bin, Seedless Valencia Midnight No1 $36-$40[$38] BulkCP. VEGETABLES: BEANS: Borlotti $6-$7[$6.50] Kg, Broad $4.50-$6[$5.50] Best $7.20 Kg, Butter $3-$5[$3.50] Kg, Flat Continental No1 $4-$5[$4.35] Best $6 Kg, Round S’less No1 Hand Picked $5-$7[$5.50] Kg, Round S’less No1 Machine P’kd 80c$1.80[$1.40] Best $2 Kg, Round S’less No2 Hand Picked $1-$1.60[$1.30] Kg, Snake Loose $5-$8[$5.90] Kg. BEETROOT: $1.80-$3[$2.30] Bunch, Large $8-$16[$12] 10KgBag, Medium $12$18[$14.40] 10KgBag, Small $6-$14[$11] 10KgBag, Baby $2-$3[$2.70] Bunch, Golden $20-$35[$28] Best $40 10KgBag, Target $3-$4[$3.45] Bunch. BROCCOLI: $1.80-$2.50[$2.25] Kg, No1 $12-$18[$14.80] Best $20 8KgIPk, No2 $6-$14[$9.60] 8KgIPk, Baby Bunched $20-$30[$23.20] 2.4Kg. BROCCOLINI: $24-$26[$25] 2.4Kg. CABBAGES: Ballhead ExLarge $2.50$3.50[$2.95] Each, Ballhead Large $2$3.20[$2.73] Each, Ballhead Medium $2$2.50[$2.25] Each, Red 80c-$1.50[$1.15] Each, Red No1 $10-$14[$13] Best $16 Carton, Savoy $1-$2[$1.50] Each, Sugarloaf No1 $10-$16[$14] Best $18 Carton. CARROTS: $14-$22[$19] Best $24 15KgCtn, $12-$22[$18] Best $24 Bag, $12-$22[$18] Best $25 Carton, Pre-pack $14-$22[$18] Best $24 Bag, Pre-pack $14-$24[$19] Carton, Dutch $1.20$2.20[$1.60] Best $2.40 Bunch, Purple

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$25-$35[$30] 10KgCtn. CAULIFLOWERS: No1 $24-$28[$25] Best $30 Carton, No1 $1-$1.40[$1.20] Each, No2 $12-$20[$16] Carton, Caulini $20$24[$22] 2KgCtn. CHINESE CABBAGES: Wombok No1 $14$20[$16.40] 16KgCtn. CHINESE VEG.: Bukchoy $1.20$1.60[$1.50] Best $1.80 Bunch, Choisum $1.20-$1.80[$1.30] Best $2 Bunch, Kailan $1.40-$2[$1.70] Bunch, Pakchoy $1.20$1.60[$1.50] Best $1.80 Bunch. EGGPLANT: Thai Apple $22-$28[$25] Best $30 6KgCtn, Thai Apple $25$35[$30] Best $40 7KgTray, Continental $14-$26[$23] Best $30 7KgCtn, Purple $12-$18[$15] Best $20 7KgTray, Purple $10-$18[$14] Best $20 8KgCtn, Purple Extra Glasshouse $20-$26[$23] 7KgTray, Purple No1 Glasshouse $16-$20[$17] Best $24 7KgTray. KALE: Green $18-$30[$25] Best $35 Carton, Green Sleeves $1.60-$3[$2] Best $3.50 250g, Red Sleeves $2-$3[$2.50] Best $3.50 250g. LETTUCE: Baby Cos Hydroponic $10$18[$14] Best $20 Carton, Baby Cos Sweet Gems Pre-pack $12-$22[$19] Best $24 Carton, Baby Cos Hearts Sleeves $12$20[$16] Carton, Cos No1 $12-$16[$15] Best $24 Carton, Cos No2 $8-$12[$10] Carton, Headed No1 $8-$14[$11.80] Best $16 Carton, Headed No2 $2-$10[$5] Carton, Hearts $12-$16[$14] Best $20 Carton, Open Varieties $6-$12[$9] Carton, Open Varieties Butter $10-$12[$11] Carton, Open Varieties Green Oak $10$12[$12] Carton, Open Varieties Red Oak $10-$12[$12] Carton. MUSHROOMS: Buttons $5-$8[$6.20] Kg, Cups $5-$6.50[$5.60] Kg, Flats $6$9[$7.50] Kg. PARSLEY: Continental $1.20$1.60[$1.50] Best $2 Bunch, English 80c$1.80[$1.36] Best $2 Bunch. PARSNIPS: $35-$50[$42.50] Best $55 10KgCtn, $20-$30[$27.50] Best $35 5KgCtn. SHALLOTS: Eschallots $1-$1.60[$1.44] Best $1.80 Bunch. SILVERBEET: Sleeves $1.60-$2.40[$2.20] Best $2.60 Bunch, No1 Full-cut $1.40$2.20[$1.90] Best $2.40 Bunch. SPRING ONIONS: White $1.40$2.60[$2.30] Bunch.

SQUASH: Gold $16-$30[$23] 18LCtn, Gold No1 Large $16-$20[$18] 9LCtn, Gold No1 Medium $18-$24[$21] Best $30 9LCtn, Gold No1 Medium Large $18$20[$19] 9LCtn, Gold No1 Small $20$30[$27] Best $36 9LCtn, Gold No1 Small Medium $20-$24[$22] Best $30 9LCtn. SWEET CORN: No1 $16-$20[$18.40] Best $24 18LCtn, No2 $12-$16[$14] 18LCtn, Baby $3.60-$3.75[$3.68] 125g, Pre-pack $24-$34[$27] Best $36 18LCtn. TOMATOES: Cherry Red $1-$1.40[$1.20] 250gLP, Egg Extra $30-$40[$35] 10KgCtn, Egg No1 ExLarge $30-$36[$34] 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Large $30-$36[$34] 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Medium $26-$30[$28] 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Medium Large $28-$32[$30] 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Small $20-$24[$22] 10KgCtn, Egg No1 Small Medium $22-$26[$24] 10KgCtn, Egg No2 $10$20[$17] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet Extra $34-$40[$37] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Cocktail $16-$20[$18] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Large $30-$36[$33] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Medium $24$30[$27] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Medium Large $30-$36[$33] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Small $20-$26[$22.60] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No1 Small Medium $22-$26[$24] 10KgCtn, Field Gourmet No2 $14-$20[$17] Best $24 10KgCtn. TURNIPS: Baby Purple Top $2.80-$3[$3] Bunch, Purple Top $20-$24[$22] Best $30 10KgBag, White $20-$24[$22] Best $30 10KgBag. ZUCCHINIS: Green Extra $20-$26[$23] Best $30 10KgCtn, Green No1 ExLarge >250mm $8-$14[$11] Best $16 10KgCtn, Green No1 Large 201-250 $10-$16[$13] Best $20 10KgCtn, Green No1 Medium 140-200 $16-$20[$18] Best $24 10KgCtn, Green No1 Medium Large $14-$18[$16] Best $20 10KgCtn, Green No1 Small <140mm $16-$20[$18] Best $24 10KgCtn, Green No1 Small Medium $16-$20[$18] Best $24 10KgCtn, Green No2 $8-$14[$11] 10KgCtn, Lebanese $20-$30[$27] 10KgCtn, Lebanese $20-$24[$22] 5KgCtn, Lebanese $20$30[$22] 8KgCtn, Lebanese No2 $10$14[$12] 10KgCtn. HEAVY VEGETABLES: ONIONS: Brown Large 76-90mm $12$20[$15] 20KgBag, Brown Medium 6175mm $18-$30[$25] Best $32 15KgCtn,

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Brown Medium 61-75mm $12-$20[$17] 20KgBag, Brown Small 45-60mm Jarer $14-$20[$15] 20KgBag, Brown VSmall <45mm Pickler $10-$20[$13.50] 10KgBag, Brown VSmall <45mm Pickler $28-$32[$30] 20KgBag, Salad Red Large 76-90mm $10-$20[$14] 10KgBag, Salad Red Medium 61-75mm $10-$20[$15] 10KgBag, Salad Red Medium 61-75mm $16-$28[$25] 10KgCtn, Salad Red Small 45-60mm Jarer $14-$22[$19] 10KgBag, White $34-$40[$36] 10KgCtn. POTATOES: Brushed White $22-$34[$29] 20KgBag, Brushed White $3.40-$5[$4.20] 5KgBag, Gourmet Dutch Cream Brushed $30-$40[$37] 10KgCtn, Gourmet Dutch Cream Brushed $30-$45[$38] 15KgCtn, Gourmet Dutch Cream Washed $36$45[$42.50] 10KgCtn, Gourmet King Edward $30-$40[$38] 10KgCtn, Gourmet Nicola Washed $30-$40[$37.50] 10KgCtn, Washed Red Large $28-$32[$30] 15KgCtn, Washed Red Large $36$40[$38] 20KgBag, Washed Red Medium $32-$36[$34] 15KgCtn, Washed Red Medium $32-$40[$34] 20KgBag, Washed Red Small $30-$36[$31] 15KgBag, Washed Red Small $28-$36[$33] 20KgBag, Washed White $4.50-$6[$5] 5KgBag, Washed White Large $17-$24[$19] 15KgBag, Washed White Large $22-$32[$25] 20KgBag, Washed White Medium $30$36[$31] 15KgBag, Washed White Medium $32-$38[$34] 15KgCtn, Washed White Medium $30-$38[$31] 20KgBag, Washed White Small $30-$40[$38] Best $50 15KgBag, Washed White Small $36-$40[$39] Best $50 20KgBag. PUMPKINS: Blue Qld. Blue 80c$1.20[$1] Kg, Butternut $24-$40[$37] Best $45 18KgCtn, Butternut No1 $1$1.80[$1.46] Best $2 Kg, Butternut No2 80c-$1.20[$1.02] Kg, Grey Jarrahdale $1-$1.50[$1.12] Best $1.60 Kg, Grey Jarrahdale No2 50c-70c[60c] Kg, Grey Sampson $1-$1.50[$1.12] Best $1.60 Kg, Jap $24-$38[$34] Best $40 Bag, Jap Small $1-$1.50[$1.13] Best $1.80 Kg, Jap No1 $1-$1.80[$1.40] Best $2 Kg, Jap No2 40c-$1[70c] Kg, Potkin $2.30$2.50[$2.40] Kg, Average=[] Queensland Produce in the Brisbane Market. Information supplied by Market Information Services

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WEEKLY RAINFALL WEEK ENDING FRIDAY DECEMBER 8th. TOWN

TOTAL (MM)

TOWN

TOTAL (MM)

MURPHYS CREEK WITHCOTT

18.2

KILCOY

23.0

MARBURG

18.5

ESK

17.6 26.9

MT WHITESTONE

21.2

TOOGOOLAWAH

20.5

UPPER TENTHILL

20.4

MOORE

25.6 22.3

FOREST HILL

20.7

GATTON UQ

15.6

COOMINYA TOOWOOMBA LOWOOD

18.1

GRANDCHESTER

21.9

11.4

HARRISVILLE

18.0

PLACID HILLS

16.9

LAIDLEY

20.9

GATTON

15.4

ROSEWOOD

20.4

HATTON VALE

24.7

SOMERSET DAM

28.2

HELIDON

22.4

THORNTON

23.0

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MY RIDE

’66 Ute receives impressive makeover BY DAVID GREER

FROM a very young age Brightview resident Anthony Crouch was car mad. Having car enthusiast parents, Anthony grew up around the likes of XY GTs and XU1 Toranas in the family, along with many others over the years. A Hot Wheels collector as a boy, Anthony has hundreds in his collection. Anthony said he always liked the 60s era cars and owned a couple, including an XK wagon and the XP Ute. Admitting he has had an enormous number of cars in his short driving history, Anthony, only 21, said he had been buying cars before getting a licence, flipping them to make money to spend on the ones he enjoys working on, driving and even racing. Anthony’s first car as a teenager was a 1973 Mazda 1000 ute, which he grew out of like a pair of shoes, standing at least 6’2” in height. Anthony, now a fully qualified mechanic for Lockyer Valley Ford, knows his way around cars. He said the XP was straight-bodied when he bought it and decided to venture into his first-ever complete rebuild, stripping

ABOVE: Brightview resident Anthony Crouch loves 60s era vehicles and owns a XK wagon and the XP Ute. INSET: Anthony, a fully qualiﬁed mechanic, knows his way around an engine.

The XP has been through a thorough check for rust and welded where needed, with the bodywork done and then painted by Anthony.

it back to bare metal and teaching himself how to weld and spray paint. The easy part for Anthony was pulling the car apart and putting it back together. He upgraded the XP with

a 250ci pre-crossﬂow motor and a Borg Warner 35 auto gearbox. The vehicle has Standard Stromberg carburettor and Pacemaker extractors put into a twin exhaust system An-

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Anthony said the XP was straight-bodied when he bought it and decided to venture into his ﬁrst-ever complete rebuild.

thony had custom-made. Anthony said the XP was a fairly narrow style car, he transformed a Centura diﬀ to ﬁt perfectly under the rear. XF Falcon front brakes are also being set up by Anthony

to make sure the XP can stop. A full rubber kit was put throughout, and the underlay and carpets were also done. The XP has been through a thorough check for rust and welded where needed, with

the bodywork done and then painted by Anthony himself in a Satin Beige metallic inside and out, as all the 60s cars had the steel trim inside typically matching one of the outside colours.

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Speedway lovers celebrate a century BY JACOB HAYDEN

FORMER motorcycle speedway racer and announcer Bob Johnston from Lowood ventured out to Willowbank Raceway on December 9 to catch up with old friends and reminisce on the 100-year history of speedway. Johnston took to the microphone on Saturday and spoke about the history of the sport in Australia. “In 1923 an Englishman out of New Zealand, Johnnie Hoskins, had a thing called the Electric Light Carnival at the Maitland Showgrounds, and it was a rousing success,” Johnston said. “As the years ensured, it got to a stage where there was 10-15,000 people at a speedway. “It came to Brisbane and the big track was South’s

football ground at Davies Park. “In 1927 the Labour Day handicap paid 400 guineas to win, that is three years’ wages in those days, and there were something like 15,000 people there.” Johnston said the bikes used back then were nothing like today, being cast iron, and so hard to ride it felt like they ‘pulled your arms out of your socket’. “A lot of them were just road bikes, there were Excelsiors and JAPs and all the rest of the brands like BSA and Norton, until they ﬁnally came up with thing called a Prestwich engine, sort of the grandfather of all speedway engines,” he said. “Like everything else, things changed, but surprisingly enough the lap times are not that remarkably diﬀerent.

Lowood’s Bob Johnston with ‘the Pink Panther’ Jamie Habbin from Tingalpa at Willowbank Raceway for the 100 year celebration of speedway on December 9. PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

“If you were running at Davies Park on a modernday now, you would probably do a race six or

seven seconds faster. “In those days they didn’t have methanol, they had whatever fuel they could

get – it could have been half kerosene.” Even today, speedway is not for the faint of heart. “There’s no brakes, there’s no gears, it runs methanol, no suspension… to stop you just shut it oﬀ and throw it sideways,” Johnston said. The English eventually grabbed hold of the sport, and today it is the second biggest sport in Poland. “I started riding motorcycles when I was four years of age,” Johnston said. “I ﬁrst rode a speedway bike at the Clermont Showgrounds in 1959 and it belonged to a gentleman by the name of Aubrey Lawson, who represented Australia many times overseas. “I got bitten by the bug and once that bug bites you, you can’t get out of it.

“I was never really a good solo rider on speedway and I went to sidecars and rode Vincents and things like that. “Unfortunately, my career got cut short when I had a nasty one at Ipswich and I lost my passenger and I never really wanted to ride again on side cars on speedway.” As an announcer and referee, after 57 years Johnston is still an official for Motorcycling Australia. He met with old friends on Saturday, including former international racer Jamie Habbin, also known as ‘the Pink Panther’, who rode speedway for his first time in 30 years. “He first came out here as a 17-year-old and I was a referee for speedway… I took him under my wing and we became very good friends,” Johnston said.

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6 Reasons to shop local

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Local jobs

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Power of $10

The power of spending $10 locally

If every resident of the Lockyer Valley, over the age of 12, spent $10 a week over the year locally instead of outside the region, the economy would have a direct economic uplift of $18.9 million. The total economic impact from this increased local spending would be an uplift of $26.2 million to the local economy. An additional 187 new local retail jobs could be created, just by changing where we spend $10 each week.

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If the change in spending location for that $10 was only for six weeks during the Your Town ‘Buy Local, Think Local’ campaign, the local economy would benefit by $2.2 million.

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Method:

1 (local) baked ham on the bone 1 jar of your favourite (homemade) jam (approx. 1 cup) 2 tbsp. dijon mustard 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp. cinnamon Garlic cloves (locally grown) or regular cloves (optional)

1. Preheat your oven to 180°.

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2. Place your ham in a baking dish. With a sharp knife, make diagonal cuts about an inch deep on the top of the ham, making large diamonds on the top.

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3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add jam of choice. Stir until liquid forms adding a touch of water if need be. Turn off the heat then stir in brown sugar, dijon mustard and cinnamon. 4. Rub entire ham with the jam glaze - using all of it.

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PROPERTY FOCUS

RURAL BLISS AWAITS - BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED QUEENSLANDER ON 10 ACRES! See below for more details..........

Allison Vinckier 0423 301 315

Rhonda McLucas 0400 131 925

Derek Qualischefski 0458 110 872

Angie Lester 0418 714 549

30 Topaz Crescent, Lockyer Waters 4

Acreage Living At Its Absolute Finest

Block Size: 4ha

Discover this masterpiece of thoughtful renovation, with features including polished timber floors, VJ walls, and high ceilings. Climate control is a breeze with 5 reverse cycle air conditioners & ceiling fans, screens on all windows & new roller blinds. A renovated galley-style kitchen with ample storage & collaborative cooking spaces. Enjoy rural views through expansive windows, seamlessly merging the indoors with the great outdoors. Downstairs is a large concreted entertainment area & bathroom, kitchenette, storage & laundry. Outside features include a fully fenced 3 acre house yard, separate fenced paddock, 12m x 7m powered shed with 2 bay car accommodation, pump on the main dam for garden irrigation, tanks & a powered garden shed. Your dream home awaits!

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Offers Over $685,000

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Ramon Bachmann 0412 751 590

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Ray Bachmann Real Estate

150 Patrick St Laidley Qld 4341

regency Downs 104 Staatz Quarry Rd

4000M2

Great Location - on 1 acre Located in the popular Regency Downs. Only 5 mins from the fast growing center of Plainland and the Warrego hwy. Featuring: 4 Bed - 1 Bath - 4 Car on 1 Acre. * 4 Bedrooms * Separate lounge & Dining * Tidy kitchen * New Split System A/C , Security Screens all-round* Back Full Length Covered Entertaining Area* 9m x 6m Shed, 25,000Gal Tank, Trickle Town Water* Nice Clean and Flat Block with Big Road

Frontage* 1.5Kw Solar System* New Treatment plant recently added * Fully fenced with dog proof fencing* Neat and Tidy Property

For Sale $550,000 nicole Jeeves 0428 369 589

(07) 5465 1493 | 150 Patrick Street Laidley | www.raybachmann.com.au

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Federal support for local homebuyers THE FEDERAL Government introduced legislation into Parliament establishing the new Help to Buy scheme last month. Through the scheme, the government will support eligible homebuyers with an equity contribution between 30% and 40%, and no lender’s mortgage insurance payable on the equity loan. Homebuyers will need a minimum 2% deposit and will have lower ongoing repayments while they participate in the scheme, providing long-term relief. Federal Member for Blair Shayne Neumann said Help to Buy was intended to support low and middle-income Australians who otherwise would not be able to purchase a home. “This is one of the most significant housing reforms in a generation. It won’t just be a leg up into home ownership with savings from a smaller deposit, it will provide long-term relief to participants in the scheme,” Mr Neumann said. “In fact, Help to Buy could help eligible new homeown-

Through the Help to Buy scheme, eligible homebuyers will need a minimum deposit of only 2%. PHOTO: PIXABAY

ers save hundreds every month on their mortgage. “Our ambitious housing reform agenda is working across the board with more help for homebuyers, more help for renters and more help for locals needing a safe place for the night, and this scheme is a key part of that.” Help to Buy is based on existing shared equity schemes that operate in some states and territories.

Allison Vinckier 0423 301 315

Has All The Space You Could Imagine 40 Princess Street, Gatton 3

Block Size: 808m2

• Currently rented at $550 p/week until June 2024 • 3 extra bedrooms downstairs • Large laundry, large covered outdoor patio area • Double lock up garage, separate sunroom Offers Over $440,000

Is This The Tree Change You Are Dreaming Of? 536 Philps Road, Grantham 5

Block Size: 1012m2

• Air conditioning & ceiling fans • Built in storage in the laundry • 1.5kw solar panels, additional garden sheds Offers Over $349,000 • Large pantry

Block Size: 22.24ha

• Air conditioning & ceiling fans throughout • Six bay shed near the house • Large barn style shed with power • Two dams, 15min to Gatton

Perfect Opportunity For First Home Buyers! 4 Robert Street, Grantham 3

$1,200,000

• All bedrooms have built-ins • Huge deck, separate fenced dam • Fully fenced block, four bay shed • Large laundry with storage shelves

Block Size: 1ha

Offers Over $575,000

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Derek Qualischefski 0458 110 872

Angie Lester 0418 714 549

Your Very Own 5 Acre Sanctuary Awaits 155 Huntingdale Crescent, Placid Hills 3

Block Size: 5.09ac

• Air conditioning & fans, polished timber floors • Scenic verandah views, rear deck with an outdoor kitchen • Diverse water options - town, tank and a dam Offers Over $685,000 • 12mx12m shed

All The Threes - Bingo!! 76 Redbank Creek Road, Adare 3

Rhonda McLucas 0400 131 925

However, state and territory governments will need to pass their own legislation in order for the new national scheme to operate in their jurisdictions. All states, including Queensland, have agreed at National Cabinet to progress legislation so the scheme can run nationally from next year. The scheme is expected to commence sometime in mid-2024.

Explore This Exceptional Residence 11 Wilson Street, Gatton 3

Block Size: 800m2

• Air conditioning, ceiling fans • Remote access in house double lock up garage, wood heater • Covered alfresco area, 6x3m concrete shed, fully fenced yard Offers Over $479,000 • 5000gal rainwater tank

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5462 2636 61 Railway St, Gatton

www.allpropertygatton.com

FOR SALE

5acres of Peace & Privacy Located in the prestigious Placid Hills suburb is this peaceful lifestyle property. A beautiful home with town water, room for the pets, a dam, sheds and only 10 minutes to Gatton; this is the country home that Aussies dream about!

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 4 Car

2.02ha

FOR SALE

3 Bed| 1 Bath

Kylie Hallas 0438 665 415

$799,000

154 Huntingdale Crescent, Placid Hills

A Weekender Haven! Located just 30 minutes drive from Gatton you will discover the very peaceful country charm of Lefthand Branch. If you are motivated for a renovation project, roll up your sleeves and sink your teeth into this one! Priced to sell, this won’t last long!

12acres

Offers Over $395,000 658 Lefthand Branch Rd, Lefthand Branch

Emily Hallas 0448 742 253

276 Patrick Street, Laidley

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SBS

SEVEN

NINE

TEN

WEDNESDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Vera. 2.30 The Royal Variety Performance 2020. 4.00 Back In Time For Dinner. 5.00 Back Roads. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 Question Everything. 9.00 Australian Epic. 9.35 Planet America. 10.05 QI. 10.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.20 News. 11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Point. 2.05 Elizabeth. 3.00 Mastermind Aust. 3.30 China Bitesize. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Gods Of Tennis. 8.30 Costco At Christmas. 9.25 Fargo. 10.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Border Security: Int. 2.30 Surf Patrol. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League Game 7. Melbourne Stars v Perth Scorchers. 10.00 The Amazing Race. 11.30 The Force: BTL. 12.00 Parenthood. 2.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Shopping. 4.00 Late Programs.

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 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 8.30 Clarkson’s Farm. 9.40 Police Rescue Australia. 10.40 The Equalizer. 11.30 La Brea. 12.20 Tipping Point. 1.10 Pointless. 2.00 Cross Court. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 The Bachelors Australia. 3.10 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. 9.00 The Hunt For The Family Court Killer. 10.00 My Life Is Murder. 12.00 The Project. 1.00 Stephen Colbert. 2.00 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

THURSDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Vera. 2.30 Question Everything. 3.00 Gardening Aust. 4.00 Back In Time For Dinner. 5.00 Back Roads. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Project Wild. 8.30 Grand Designs. 9.20 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen. 10.20 You Can’t Ask That. 10.50 News. 11.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Elizabeth: Into The Storm. 2.55 Mastermind Australia. 3.25 The Cook Up. 3.55 Great Continental Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.35 Secret World Of Snacks. 8.30 Niagara Falls. 9.30 The Doll Factory. 11.25 SBS News. 11.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 1. Afternoon session. 5.00 Tea Break. 5.20 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 1. Late afternoon session. 6.00 News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 1. Late afternoon session. 8.00 Seven’s Cricket: The Spin. 8.30 MOVIE: Men In Black. (1997) 10.30 Late Programs.

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 Great Getaways. 8.30 RPA. 9.30 Children’s Hospital. 10.30 Chicago Med. 11.20 Emergency Call. 12.10 Tipping Point. 1.05 Pointless. 2.00 Drive TV. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 The Bachelors Australia. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Jamie’s Christmas Shortcuts. 8.30 Law & Order: S.V.U. 9.30 The Hunt For The Family Court Killer. 10.30 Blue Bloods. 11.30 The Project. 12.30 Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

FRIDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Vera. 2.30 Magical Land Of Oz. 3.30 One Plus One. 3.55 Parkinson In Australia. 5.00 Back Roads. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 News. 7.30 Gardening Aust. 8.30 Barry Humphries In His Own Words. 9.00 Midsomer Murders. 10.30 Question Everything. 11.00 News. 11.20 Life. 12.20 Wakefield. 1.20 Rage. 5.00 Rage.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 The Wonderful World Of Chocolate. 2.55 Mastermind Australia. 3.25 The Cook Up. 3.55 Great Continental Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.35 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. 8.30 Lost Cities Of The Bible. 9.25 Lost Cities Of The Bible. 10.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 5.00 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 5.20 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 2. Late afternoon session. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 2. Late afternoon session. 8.00 MOVIE: Men In Black II. (2002) 9.45 MOVIE: Last Night In Soho. (2021) 12.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Bondi Vet. 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 For The Love Of Pets. 8.30 MOVIE: Deck The Halls. (2006) 10.25 MOVIE: Last Christmas. (2019) 12.20 Tipping Point. 1.10 Pointless. 2.00 Bondi Vet. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Postcards Summer. 4.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Judge Judy. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. 9.30 My Life Is Murder. 11.30 Good Sam. 12.30 The Project. 1.30 Stephen Colbert. 2.30 Shopping.

SATURDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 12.30 Midsomer Murders. 2.00 QI. 2.30 You Can’t Ask That. 3.00 The Durrells. 4.40 Landline Summer. 5.10 Joanna Lumley’s Britain. 5.55 Barry Humphries In His Own Words. 6.30 Poh’s On The Road. 7.00 News. 7.30 All Creatures Great And Small. 8.20 Vera. 9.50 The Capture. 10.50 Prosecuting Evil. 12.15 Rage. 5.00 Rage.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 ABC World News Tonight. 3.00 Sailing. Transat Jacques Vabre. Highlights. 4.00 Ethnic Business Awards. 6.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Lochs. 6.30 News. 7.30 Secrets Of Britain’s Historic Houses & Gardens. 8.40 Highclere: The Real Downton Abbey. 9.35 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 5.00 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 5.20 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 3. Late afternoon session. 6.00 News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 3. Late afternoon session. 8.00 Mayor’s Christmas Carols. 9.00 MOVIE: Men In Black 3. (2012) 11.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 2.00 Explore. 2.10 Family Drives. 3.10 MOVIE: Christmas Next Door. (2017) 5.00 News. 5.30 Country House Hunters Australia. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 The Garden Hustle. 8.30 MOVIE: Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory. (1971) 10.30 MOVIE: Patch Adams. (1998) 12.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Taste Of Australia: BBQ. 1.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 2.00 Planet Shapers. 2.30 GCBC. 3.00 Healthy Homes. 3.30 Luca’s Key Ingredient. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Farm To Fork. 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. 6.30 Jamie Oliver: Cooking For Less. 7.30 The Dog House. 8.30 Ambulance. 11.00 CSI: Vegas. 1.00 Late Programs.

SUNDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 You Can’t Ask That. 1.30 Call The Midwife. 3.00 All Creatures Great And Small. 3.45 Grand Designs. 4.30 Project Wild. 5.00 Nigella’s Christmas Table. 6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 News. 7.30 Living With Devils. 8.30 Vera. 10.00 We Hunt Together. 11.35 Attenborough And The Empire Of The Ants. 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 APAC Weekly. 2.30 France 24 English News. 3.00 Speedweek. 4.30 AusMoto Show. 5.00 Going Places. 5.30 The D-Day Superhero: Jack Kirby. 6.30 News. 7.30 Nefertiti: The Raiders Of The Lost Tomb. 8.30 Rescuing The Nile’s Sunken Temple. 9.35 The Kim Dynasty: A Family Affair. 10.30 Autun: Rome’s Forgotten Sister. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 4. Afternoon session. 5.00 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 5.20 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 4. Late afternoon session. 6.00 News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 4. Late afternoon session. 8.00 MOVIE: Men In Black: International. (2019) 10.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Drive TV. 1.30 The Pet Rescuers. 2.00 The Garden Hustle. 3.00 For The Love Of Pets. 4.00 Great Getaways. 5.00 News. 5.30 RBT. 6.00 News. 7.00 Christmas With Delta. 8.50 MOVIE: The Holiday. (2006) 11.20 MOVIE: An American Pickle. (2020) 12.50 Great Getaways. 1.50 The Pet Rescuers. 2.20 Cross Court. 2.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Farm To Fork. 2.00 Food Trail: South Africa. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Cook With Luke. 3.30 GCBC. 4.00 All 4 Adventure. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Sunday Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. 8.40 NCIS: Hawai’i. 10.40 The Secrets She Keeps. 11.40 The Sunday Project. 12.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Vera. 2.30 Barry Humphries In His Own Words. 3.00 Gardening Aust. 3.55 Back In Time For Dinner. 5.00 Back Roads. 5.25 Hard Quiz. 6.00 Great Australian Stuff. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 The Man Who Stole The Scream. 9.35 Bradman And Tendulkar. 10.35 MOVIE: Brock: Over The Top. (2020) 11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.55 Mastermind Australia. 3.25 The Cook Up. 3.55 Great Continental Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.30 London Zoo At Christmas. 8.30 Freddie Mercury Auction Special. 9.25 Big Ben Restored: The Grand Unveiling. 10.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 5. Afternoon session. 5.00 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 5.20 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 5. Late afternoon session. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 5. Late afternoon session. 8.00 MOVIE: Morbius. (2022) 10.15 Late Programs.

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 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III. 8.40 Australian Crime Stories. 9.50 Vanished: The Disappearance Of Dolores McCrea. 10.50 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 11.40 Kenan. 12.05 Tipping Point. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 The Bachelors Australia. 3.10 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. 8.40 The Secrets She Keeps. 9.40 FBI: Most Wanted. 11.30 The Project. 12.30 Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Vera. 2.30 Vera. 4.00 Back In Time For Dinner. 5.00 Back Roads. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 Great Australian Stuff. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. 8.30 MOVIE: Whitney. (2018) 10.30 MOVIE: Burlesque. (2010) 12.25 Just Between Us. 1.25 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 3.55 Great Continental Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.40 Britain’s Scenic Railways At Christmas. 9.35 Copenhagen: Europe’s Greatest Christmas Market. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Border Security: Int. 2.30 Surf Patrol. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 8. Adelaide Strikers v Sydney Thunder. 10.00 The Endgame. 12.00 Bates Motel. 1.00 My Impossible House. 2.00 Late Programs.

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 Travel Guides. 8.30 MOVIE: Crocodile Dundee II. (1988) 10.45 New Amsterdam. 11.35 Kenan. 12.00 Tipping Point. 1.00 Pointless. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 The Bachelors Australia. 3.10 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. 9.10 NCIS. 10.10 NCIS: LA. 11.10 The Project. 12.10 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Late Programs.

TUESDAY

ABC TV

MONDAY

December 13 – 19

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.

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7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Would I Lie To You At Christmas? (M, R) 8.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 9.00 Question Everything. (R) 9.35 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (PG, R)

5.30pm I Escaped To The Country. (PG, R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 11.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 12.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

6.00pm Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 1. Late afternoon session. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Family Guy. (M) 8.00 American Dad! (M) 8.30 Movie: Zombieland: Double Tap. (2019) (MA15+, R) 10.35 Watch Dogs. (MA15+)

5.30pm Saved & Remade. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG, R) 8.40 Movie: For Your Eyes Only. (1981) (M, R) 11.20 Madam Secretary. (M, R) 12.20 Rizzoli & Isles. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 10.20 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+, R) 11.15 FBI: International. (M, 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)

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Beyond Oak Island. (M) 10.10 Inside The World’s Toughest Prisons. (M, R)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Would I Lie To You At Christmas? (M, R) 8.30 Movie: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. (1998) (MA15+, R) 10.10 Would I Lie To You? The Unseen Bits. (PG, R)

6.00pm Pie In The Sky. (PG, R) 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Escape To The Perfect Town. (PG, R) 11.30 I Escaped To The Country. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 2. Late afternoon session. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Movie: Godzilla. (1998) (PG, R) 10.15 Movie: Anaconda. (1997) (M, R) 12.10 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

5.30pm Saved & Remade. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 RBT. (M, R) 8.30 Movie: Never Say Never Again. (1983) (M, R) 11.10 Madam Secretary. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R) 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 11.15 SEAL Team. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Hoarders. (M) 9.25 Sex Unlimited. (MA15+) 10.20 Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne. (MA15+, R)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 QI. (M, R) 8.30 Live At The Apollo. (M, R) 9.15 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (PG, R) 9.40 Melbourne Comedy Festival: The Gala. (M, R)

6.00pm Extreme Animal Transport. (PG) 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet In Autumn. (PG, R) 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Carol Drinkwater’s Secret Provence. (PG)

7.00 Storage Wars. (PG) 7.30 Movie: Johnny 7.30 Air Crash English Reborn. (2011) Investigations: The (PG, R) Accident Files. (PG) 9.30 Movie: Octopussy. 8.30 Marine Disasters. (1983) (PG, R) (PG, R) 12.10 Memory Lane. 9.30 Mighty Trains. (PG, R) (PG, R) 1.30 Rizzoli & Isles. (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Soccer. A-League Men. Round 8. Melbourne Victory v Sydney FC. 9.15 NCIS. (PG, R) 10.10 SEAL Team. (M, R) 12.05 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+, R) 1.00 Evil. (M, R) 2.00 48 Hours. (M, R)

5.50pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 6.15 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Friends. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

6.45 The Toys That Built The World. (PG) 7.35 Impossible Engineering. (R) 8.30 Love In Bright Landscapes. 10.25 Vegan Vigilantes. 10.40 Overlooked. (PG, R)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (R) 8.00 QI. (M, R) 8.30 Louis Theroux: Altered States. (M, R) 9.30 You Can’t Ask That. (M, R) 10.05 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 10.55 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (PG, R)

5.30pm I Escaped To The Country. (PG, R) 6.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 7.30 Slow Train Through Africa With Griff Rhys Jones. (PG, R) 8.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R)

6.00pm Cricket. First Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 4. Late afternoon session. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: Apocalypse Now. (1979) (MA15+, R)

3.30pm Movie: The Hallelujah Trail. (1965) (G, R) 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: A View To A Kill. (1985) (M, R) 11.10 Madam Secretary. (M, R) 12.10 Rizzoli & Isles. (M, R) 1.10 The Closer. (M, R)

6.00pm Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 11.15 FBI: International. (M, R) 12.10 Evil. (M, R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.00 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 10.00 South Park. (MA15+) 11.00 Friends. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 Friends. (PG, R)

6.10pm Kars & Stars. 6.40 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. (PG, R) 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. (M) 8.30 A Very British Space Launch. 9.30 History’s Greatest Of All-Time With Peyton Manning. (PG)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Would I Lie To You At Christmas? (R) 8.30 MythBusters. (PG, R) 9.20 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 10.10 Louis Theroux: Law And Disorder In Lagos. (M, R)

5.30pm I Escaped To The Country. (PG, R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Doc Martin. (M, R) 8.30 Endeavour. (M, R) 10.30 Fortitude. (MA15+, R) 11.30 Doc Martin. (M, R) 12.30 RSPCA Animal Rescue. (R) 1.00 Endeavour. (M, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. (PG, R) 8.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M, R) 10.30 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. (PG)

5.30pm Saved & Remade. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R) 8.40 Movie: The Living Daylights. (1987) (PG, R) 11.20 Snapped. (M) 12.20 Rizzoli & Isles. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 11.15 SEAL Team. (M, R) 12.15 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) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 South Park. (MA15+, R)

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Taskmaster. (M, R) 9.25 Sesame Street: 50 Years Of Sunny Days. (PG, R)

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG) 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.10 Ghosts. (PG) 9.45 Rosehaven. (PG, R) 10.10 Inside Portlandia. (PG, R)

5.30pm I Escaped To The Country. (PG, R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. (PG, R) 8.30 Inspector George Gently. (M, R) 10.30 Law & Order: UK. (M, R) 11.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Outback Truckers. (M, R) 9.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. (PG, R) 10.30 Ice Road Truckers. (PG, R)

5.30pm Saved & Remade. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 New Tricks. (M, R) 8.40 Movie: Licence To Kill. (1989) (M, R) 11.25 A Wedding And A Murder. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 9.25 FBI: International. (M, R) 10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. (MA15+, R) 11.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.15 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) 9.20 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 10.10 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.10 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Travel Man’s Greatest Trips. (M, R) 9.25 Alone: The Skills Challenge. (PG) 10.15 Hudson & Rex. (M)

TUESDAY

VICELAND 5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Movie: Valerian And The City Of A Thousand Planets. (2017) (M) 11.00 Movie: Day Of The Dead. (1985) (MA15+, R)

MONDAY

PEACH 6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M, 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)

SUNDAY

BOLD 5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (PG, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 10.20 Evil. (M) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

SATURDAY

GEM 5.30pm Saved & Remade. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 As Time Goes By. (R) 8.40 Movie: Moonraker. (1979) (PG, R) 11.15 Forensics: Catching The Killer. (MA15+)

FRIDAY

7MATE 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R) 8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 9.30 Beach Cops. (PG, R) 10.30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG, R)

THURSDAY

7TWO 5.30pm I Escaped To The Country. (PG, R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R) 8.45 Lewis. (M, R) 10.45 Law & Order: UK. (M, R) 11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R) 12.45 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

WEDNESDAY

ABC TV PLUS 7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) 8.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 9.20 Bay Of Fires. (M, R) 10.15 Killing Eve. (MA15+, R) 11.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

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Community Noticeboard - Regular Meetings 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 Ballet Classes for Adults Tue 2pm, Somerset Civic Centre Esk, free tuition, no previous experience necessary 0448843644 Bingo shop 5 Laidley Mall, Thu 9.30am-12pm & Fri 7pm10pm, 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 Hatton Vale Uniting Church Tue 9:30am 0427536513; 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; Minden Baptist Church music play Thu 9.30 see Facebook. Community Tech Program free 45min tech sessions, Wed, Thu, Lockyer Community Centre Gatton 54623355 Coominya Public Hall General Meeting 1st Mon/mth 6.30pm 0488169162 Country Music Balladeer & Folk Music Walk Up 4th Sun/mth Laidley Pioneer Village, 11am-4pm. 0428502262 Creative Healing Hub located at Laidley Youth Centre and Toy Wiz, events include: healing, meditation, various arts and craft. Classes $20$25. Contact 0421842992 for bookings, times and more information. 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 CWA - 9am 1st Thu/mth Glamorgan Vale Community Hall 0413046168 Glamorgan Vale Tennis Club Inc 10am-2pm 2nd Sun/ mth 697 Glamorgan Vale Rd see Facebook. Glenore Grove QCWA Meeting 2nd Mon/mth 1pm 0419642913 Glenore Grove QCWA Craft 1st 3rd & 4th Mon/mth 1pm QWCA Hall 0459320538 Glenore Grove CWA Street Stall last Thu/mth 8.30am12pm IGA mall Gatton 0459320538 Grantham/Gatton Indoor Bowls Club Fri 1.30pm Senior Citz Hall North St Gatton 0754627708 Horse Archery Qld Lockyer Valley 3rd Sat/mth, 8.30am12pm, Laidley Showgrounds. 0422982035 Laidley Friday Markets Fridays 7am-2pm, Laidley Village Mall, run by Lockyer Valley Community Disability Association. 0423760066 Laidley Garden Club 9.30am 2nd Mon/mth Laidley Cultural Centre function room 0413136861 Laidley Indoor Bowls Club Mon 6pm-9pm Laidley Cultural Centre 0408631292 Laidley Uniting Church Playgroup Thu 9.30am11am, Laidley Uniting Church hall 0427536513 Laidley Weight Support Group Inc. 8.30am Wed Laidley RSL 0403501170 Light Exercise Group Mon 9:30am-10:30am, Girl Guides Hut, Rosewood 54641544 Line Dancing Classes Toogoolawah RSL Tuesdays 12.30-2.30pm 0422889530 Line Dancing Classes Gatton Seniors Centre, Thu 9,.30am-11.30am, beginner classes $7, 0439030677

Line Dancing Rosewood Girl Guides Hut 9:30am-11am 54641544 Lockie's Toy Club toy library program Lockyer Community Centre 54623355 Lockyer International Women Group Tue 9.30am11.30am, Gatton Seventh Day Adventist Church North 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 9am11.30am pottery, Wed 9am11.30am social, Thu 9am11.30am 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 Thu 6pm-8pm Grantham Butter Factory 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, marburgartsociety@gmail.com Marburg & District Art Society Fri 9.30am-12.30pm, CWA Hall Walloon Men’s Workshop Fri 9:30am -12pm, 19 School St, Rosewood 54641544 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, Floating Café, Grantham 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 Community Art Group Fri 9:30am, Girl Guides Hut 54641544 Rosewood Euchre Group Mon 9am m'tea, play at 9.30am, CWA Hall Rosewood rosewoodqcwa@outlook.com Rosewood History Group bi

-monthly, 3rd/Thu 10:30am Girl Guides Hut 54641544 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 Rural Women’s Group Tue 9:30am at memorial Hall, 54641544 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 Somerset Dam 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 Tai Chi Rosewood Tue 12pm beginners, 1pm advanced, 19 School St 54641544 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

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MOORE WEEKLY STARS December 11-17, 2023 ARIES (Mar 21 - Apr 19)

Mighty Mars (your power planet) and the fiery New Moon encourage you to focus on your hopes and dreams for the future. The more ambitious your aspirations, the better! You’ll also shun superficial encounters with others, preferring deep and meaningful conversations with family and friends. But remember that Mercury is in retrograde mode from Wednesday until January 2. So smart Rams will try extra hard to be prudent, patient and persistent.

TAURUS (Apr 20 - May 20)

Your ruler Venus is visiting your relationship zone (until December 29) which favours romance, friendships, joint ventures and socialising with work colleagues. Then Mercury starts reversing through your travel and adventure zones (from Wednesday) so any weekend trips or longer holidays (interstate or overseas) should be planned extra carefully and then rechecked extra thoroughly. On the weekend, friends and finances could be a confusing mix.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20)

Tuesday night’s New Moon heralds the rebirth of an important relationship of the romantic, platonic or business variety. But remember, Mercury (your ruler) turns retrograde on Wednesday so financial partnerships, tax matters and deep, dark secrets must be handled with extra tact and care. Double-check everything twice! On the weekend, someone tells you something in the strictest of confidence, but are they telling the truth – and can they be trusted?

CANCER (June 21 - July 22)

It’s a wonderful week to start a new diet or rejig your fitness routine, as proactive Mars and the New Moon activate your health-and-wellbeing zone. Then Mercury starts reversing through your relationship zone on Wednesday, so do your best to surround yourself with interesting, non-flappable people. As birthday great Jane Austen wrote: “My idea of good company is the company of clever, well-informed people who have a great deal of conversation.”

LEO (July 23 - Aug 22)

Tuesday night’s New Moon is all about children, friends and creativity. On Wednesday, Mercury starts reversing through your wellbeing zone. So it’s a suitable week to revise your daily diet and fitness routine, as you choose healthier food options and a form of exercise that you enjoy. On the weekend the Sun (your power planet) squares Neptune, so be on alert for confusing information, fake news, and dodgy deals (especially involving friends and finances).

VIRGO (Aug 23 - Sep 22)

The New Moon (on Tuesday night) sets the stage for a fresh start involving your home, a family member or a domestic project. But do you have unrealistic expectations about a close relationship? This week Mercury (your patron planet) starts reversing through your romance/ friendship zone, and the Sun squares Neptune in your partnership zone. So it’s time for a major reality check as you reassess memories from the past, and recalibrate your present attitude.

LIBRA (Sep 23 - Oct 22)

The week starts well with a positive connection between Mercury and your power planet Venus. So Monday and Tuesday are fabulous days to communicate, circulate, socialize and fraternize. But – from Wednesday onwards – tread carefully with a fragile family member, as Mercury starts reversing through your domestic zone. If a recalcitrant relative sends negative vibes your way, then take the advice of birthday great Taylor Swift and “Shake it off!”

SCORPIO (Oct 23 - Nov 21) Expect some hiccups as Mercury starts reversing through your communication, education and travel zones on Wednesday. If you slow down, think before you speak, and double-check your itinerary and appointments, then you’ll manage fine. Plus – with Venus vamping through your sign (until December 29) – it’s time to celebrate being a strong, sexy, sassy Scorpio! In the words of Taylor Swift (who turns 34 on Wednesday): “Just be yourself, there is no one better.”

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 - Dec 21) This week you’re ready to sparkle and shine, flirt and have fun, as amorous Mars and the fiery New Moon light up your sign! It’s time to shake off the shackles of other people’s expectations and, instead, be the authentically real you. Your motto for the moment is from birthday great Taylor Swift: “Be yourself, chase your dreams, and just never say never.” But Mercury starts reversing through your money zone so try to reign in your shopaholic tendencies.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 19) On Wednesday, Mercury starts reversing through your sign. Mercury is the planet of clear thinking, communication (talking, texting and writing), transport, travel, commuting, commerce, computers, media and the internet. So – when it’s retrograde – it’s not a good time to do the following things: sign contracts; start a job or business; buy a phone, computer, car or home; launch a website; install new software; go on a business trip or embark on a holiday.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 - Feb 18) Are you feeling confused, Aquarius? Have you been questioning your goals in life? Or does it seem as if you’ve got the worries of the world on your shoulders? Take a step back and view things from a wider perspective. Doing good deeds will leave you with a warm inner glow. So think up some dynamic ways you can help those who are less fortunate. As Yoko Ono (a fellow Aquarian) observes: “Helping yourself is connected with helping others.”

PISCES (Feb 19 - Mar 20) This week – with a New Moon and Mercury turning retrograde – it’s time to do anything with an ‘re’ in front of it: revise, rehearse, review, remember, return, recover, reconnect. Especially in areas involving career, colleagues, peer group, hopes, goals and dreams. But take extra care on the weekend when the Sun is at odds with your patron planet, Neptune. A personal project could become very confusing, or a professional opportunity may be too good to be true. COPYRIGHT Joanne Madeline Moore 2023

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DECEMBER

Sun Dec 17 Glenore Grove Country Music Shindig Thu Dec 14 serving light lunch at 11am, Glenore Pool Movie Night Kilcoy Aquatic Cen- Grove Hall, live band & walk-up artists, tre, ‘Paws of Fury: The Legend of lucky door prizes, raffle, tea and coffee, Hank’ (PG), free entry to the pool from prizes for best dressed/best Christmas 3pm, free sausage sizzle, movie starts at decorations, $7 includes afternoon tea, 6.30pm,BYO towels, picnic blankets, 0418875939 chairs. Somerset.qld.gov.au Grantham Christmas Community BBQ Fri Dec 15 4pm-7pm at Anzac Park. The purpose of Pool Movie Night Toogoolawah Swim- this event is to bring the Grantham comming Pool, ’Puss N Boots’ (PG), free munity together, uniting them as one entry to the pool from 3pm, free sausage community and to raise funds to install a sizzle, movie starts at 6.30pm,BYO tow- historical information board/s around the els, picnic blankets, chairs. Somermemorial plaque in McGarva Park, Wilset.qld.gov.au liam St, Grantham. 0488926870 Rosewood Christmas Festival from Marburg Community Carols Evening 5pm, Rosewood Showgrounds, Seniors 5.30pm-9.30pm, Marburg Community Christmas Carols from 3pm, rides and Park cnr Queen & Edmund Sts, craft Christmas market, fun for the whole fam- activities and facepainting for the chilily, hosted by Rosewood Community dren, markets and coffee for the adults, Centre, 5464 1544 free sausage sizzle and carol singing Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival with the Salvation Army Band, North St Gatton, from 5.30pm, Santa 0413789763 and his reindeer, entertainment, free Tue Dec 19 activities, artisan markets, ham wheel, Christmas Indoor Movie ‘The Grinch’, food and drinks, plum pudding eating Lockyer Valley Sports and Aquatic Cencontest, best beard competition. tre, doors open 10.30am movie starts at Festival of Small Halls Folk and acous- 11am, free entry, food an drinks availatic music concert, Somerset Civic Centre ble to purchase, bring a blanket chair or Esk, featuring Scottish folk trio Assynt beanbag, phone Lockyer Community and Australian singer-songwriter Jackie , Centre for more info 54623355 opened by upcoming local jazz musician, Fri Dec 22 Jesse Kupper, from Gatton, doors open Friday Food Truck Night 4pm-8pm, 6.30pm for 7pm start, tickets on sale at Colonial Plaza carpark Esk, BYO tables festivalofsmallhalls.com or Somerset and chairs, 3 hot food vendors and 1 hot/ Civic Centre Box Office. 54252713. cold dessert vendor, 0437110789 Sat Dec 23 Sat Dec 16 Carols on the Green Hatton Vale ComLaidley RSL Markets 7am-12pm, Laidley Cultural Centre, hot food, plants, munity Uniting Church, free sausage sizzle, kids activities, Christmas cheer, toys, clothing, bric-a-brac, tools, furniBBQ starts from 6.30pm, music from ture, hot coffee, essential oils, snow cones, popcorn, wurst, jam, vegetables, 7pm, 5418 6270 leather goods, sporting goods, fisho, pet Mon Dec 25 Laidley Community Festive Feast treats, fruit trees, kitchenware and lots Laidley Showgrounds Hall, arrive from more, dog friendly (on leash). Mar10.30am, lunch served at 11.30am, anyket.lrsl@gmail.com or 0437717208 one home alone for Christmas is welPool Movie Night Lowood Swimming Pool, ‘Elf’ (G), free entry to the pool from come, monetary donations/volunteers 3pm, free sausage sizzle, movie starts at welcome, 0418195081 or 54652038 Free Community Lunch will you or your 6.30pm,BYO towels, picnic blankets, family be alone for Christmas lunch this chairs. Somerset.qld.gov.au year? You are invited to join a free comFernvale Carols in the Park Fernvale munity lunch at the Anglican Hall, 89 Memorial Park, 6:45pm, music perIpswich St Esk, from 11.30am, music, formed by Brendon Wlmsley and the entertainment and good company guarCambrian Choir, Sanata will make an appearance with presents for children up anteed, RSVP Thursday Dec 21, to 12 years old, snacks drinks and des- transport can be arranged. 0429409812. Sun Dec 31 sert available for purchase, hosted by Marburg Dance New Years Eve, 7pmFernvale Community Church, 11pm Marburg Show Hall, $15, Marburg Dance 7pm-11pm Marburg Show Hall, $15, ‘Rae Blinco’, Christmas ‘Coachman’, 0409481681 Dance theme, 0409481681

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PUBLIC NOTICE Lockyer Valley Regional Council GATTON STREET CLOSURE I, Rowland Browne, Superintendent of Traffic, Gatton Police Station hereby give Notice that on Friday 15 December 2023 between 11am and 11.30pm the following roads will be closed for the purposes of conducting the Lockyer Valley Christmas Carnival on behalf of the Lockyer Valley Regional Council. The Police Service regrets any delay this may cause.

STREET CLOSURES Friday, 15 December 2023 11am to 11.30pm North Street Gatton: between Railway Street and William Street. For more details, please contact Lockyer Valley Regional Council on 1300 005 872. Signed by Senior Sergeant Rowland BROWNE, Superintendent of Traffic Gatton Police Division 5 December 2023

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ANIMALS & POULTRY

The

Lockyer & Somerset Independent is proud to have been part of a variety of Community Events Without the support of our readers & advertisers this simply wouldn’t be possible. In this time we have had the opportunity to donate over $250,000 worth of vouchers & advertising to various community events & initiatives, including:

PRINT MEDIA PARTNER OF THE FOLLOWING ORGANISATIONS • Lockyer Chamber of Commerce Industry & Tourism • Lockyer Community Centre • Lockyer Cricket Association • Lockyer Regional Performing Arts • Valley Rugby Union Club • Lockyer Valley Billy Cart Association • Lockyer Valley Turf Club • Spirit of the Valley Events Inc

PROUD SPONSOR OF THE FOLLOWING ANNUAL EVENTS • Beaudesert All Red Show & Sale • Beaudesert Euro Show & Sale • Beaudesert Santa Gertrudis Show & Sale • Black Snake Creek Festival • Charnelle Charolais Invitational Female Sale • Colours of the Lockyer Festival • Colours of Somerset • Community Back to School Project • Coolabunia Classic Charolais Bull Sale • Coolabunia Weaner Show & Sale • Daffodil Day Charity Golf Day • Esk Garden & Lifestyle Fair • Esk Show • Gatton Cup • Gatton Fun Run • Gatton Hospital Auxiliar Show & Shine • Gatton Kindergarten Bike-A-Thon • Gatton Show • Greg Steffens Memorial Bowls Night • Laidley Christmas Carnival • Laidley Cup • Laidley Show • Laidley Spring Festival • Lilydale Charolais Invitational Sale • Linville Heritage Festival • LJ Hooker Christmas Hamper Charity Drive • Lockyer District Dancing Festival • Lockyer Valley Billy Cart Derby • Lockyer Valley Foothills Art Show • Lockyer Valley Multicultural Festival • Lowood Rodeo • Lowood Show • Ma Ma Creek Exhibition • Marburg Garden & Outdoor Expo • Marburg Show • Memorial Race Day • Moreton All Breeds Bull & Female Sale • Moreton Beef Classic Show & Sale • Mulgowie Hotel Birthday Charity Fun Days • Mulgowie Hotel Mulga Bullride • NAIDOC Week • Prenzlau Pride Car & Music Show • Rosewood Show • Somerset Christmas Lights Trail • Somerset Garden Competition • Toogoolawah Annual Weaner Show & Sale • Village of the Doomed

PROUD SPONSOR OF THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL EVENTS 2020

• Community Connections • Glamorgan Vale Christmas Lights • Jeff Horn Sportsman’s Lunch • Lockyer Valley Regional Council Christmas Lights Competition

2021

• Chrome & Clutter Festival • Coffee With A Cop • Crimestoppers Trivia Night • Downs Arabian Club Youth & No Professional Show • Dulcie Masons Ball Gown Exhibition • Forest Hill State School Fundraising Event • Grantham Fuels Community Calendar • Hayes & Co Weaner Sale • Highfields Pioneer Village Anzac Day Concert • Laidley Community Christmas Lunch • LJ Hooker Christmas Hamper Drive • Marburg Oktoberfest • Mt Whitestone State School Fundraising Event • National Bandanna Day • Noosa Film Academy Acting Workshop • Riley’s Lemonade Stand Fundraiser • Shave For A Cure • St Francis Centenary Celebrations • Tenthill Creek Charity Campdraft • Valley Vibe Festival

2022

• Community Connections • Gatton Gem Show • Good Morning Vietnam Concert • Junction View State School Centenary • Laidley Community Festive Feast • Laidley Pioneer Village 50th Anniversary • Lockyer Chamber of Commerce & Industry Race Day • Lockyer Community Centre Community Day • Marburg Oktoberfest • Minden State School Christmas Carnival • Mulgowie v Ropehill Pink Stumps Day • Shen Yun Performing Arts Tour • Sunset In The Sunflowers • SwineSong Concert • Thunder & Hooves • Uniting Church Book Sale • Withcott Light up the Foothills

2023

• Broadway to the Stars • Cancer Council Movie Night • Dunga Derby for a Cause • Esk QCWA Centenary • Fundraiser for Skye • Harvestival Music Festival • Jimna Rocks Festival • Lockyer Powerfest • Lodge Argyle Charity Bowls Day • Montville Lane Pop Up Recording Studio Event • Prostate Cancer Awareness Event Fernvale • Rocks for Vets • Somerset Regional Council Mayoral Gala Charity Ball • Sunflower Concert - Kerle Farm • Swine Song • Tenthill Lower State School 150th Anniversary • Toogoolawah Ambulance Centenary • Toogoolawah Kindergarten Golf Day • Tradies Race Day • Uniting Church Book Sale • Valley Fest • Withcott Family Fun Day • Withcott Hotel Australia Day Celebrations

Goats -6 months to 2 years $50 -$150 Churchable 0421-011164 3 young geese possible pair, 4 or 5 months old, Lowood /Mt Tarampa Area, 0432 353373 Brangus Bull - Quiet, Ready to work, 2yr old, Very good type PH: 0459 477 456 Blue heeler Kelpie Cross Pups, 8 weeks old, extremely friendly & affectionate breed, good workers, vaccinated, microchipped, vet checked. $450 each. Ph 0433 727 432. BIN 00107795692704 Chocolate Daschund 1 year old $700 ono 0439 391012 Swordfish $1 pick your own 0499 029538 Chooks for sale - 2 plymeth rock - 2 Isa Brown - 1 Black - 1 white,free range good layers & pets $170.00 the lot, 0402048662 Laidley. Mini Daschund - 1 male blue and black dapple $1,000 Mum is dapple , Dad is standard Can view parents, Good with kids and animals. Vaccinated and microchipped BIN 0003919668530. Ph 0439 391 012 Quail - Bob White (3 hens & 3 cocks) - FREE PH: 0458 129 514 Bird Avery - 3m x 1.8m x 1.8m divided into 3 sections FREE PH: 0458 129 514 Day old up to 4 month old chickens start at $5 each. Phone: 0474 696 611 Jap Quails, hens $10 each, males $5 each. Phone: 0474 696 611

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EJ Holden hub cap with lion on it $40 Ph 07 3202 3830 Isuzu DMax – 1 nudge bar 1 roll bar, $40.00 each Phone: 0433 620 426 Heavy type car ramps, Gatton $80 PH: 07 5462 1034 Assortment of Car Magazines $20.00 Ph: 5462 1034 Gatton Wheel Hub puller, assortment $130.00 Ph: 5462 1034 Gatton Ford Falcon, 2001, Dash Mat. GC $40 PH: 0403 669 003 Wrecking 2002 Holden Astra 1.8 2 door manual 100,000 km parts for sale motor and gear box vgc call 0477056783 any questions Wrecking 2011 Proton S/16 4 door sedan auto call 0477056783 for any more information

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Large wall unit, timber stain, genuine tongue and groove pine, glass doors, draws and shelves. Excellent condition. $250. Ph 0433 727 432. Steel frame storage tables, various sizes, solid. $15 each. Ph 0433 727 432. Dining table 1920s era, silky oak, 1230x1800, $75. Laidley – Ph: 07 5466 4120. 3 seater purple lounge, as new, $450. Ph: 07 5462 3076 Colonial Rocking Chair, good condition $50.00 Phone 0407 735 881

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Waterlillies - Large plants in flower - Pink & Yellow $20 Each PH 5466 4120 Advanced Tulip Wood Tree $10 each Advanced bushy Mock Orange $ 10 each White Hibiscus bushes $10 each Duranta (Geisha Girl) bushes – blue flowers $10 each Brightview PH 0431 750 957 COX Shredder - Chipper, 5 h/p Motor, Good condition $100 Gatton PH 0432 671 579 “Pope” Mower, B & S Engine, new carby, good condition $50.00 Phone 5462 1034 Gatton Stable Manure available free of charge 0401 229731 Yellow flowering Water lily $25 0499029538 Orchids from $20ea . 0411632141

MACHINERY

3 point linkage steel forks, very solid. $250. Ph 0433 727 432. 4 can dairy fridge - $50. Kilcoy Ph: 0476 137 421 Dairy boiler - $50. Kilcoy Ph: 0476 137 421 Post hole digger - $600. Ph: 0408 876 054 Saw bench for firewood 3pl pto back pulley, $950. Ph: 0429 394 665 Case Tractor CX60 diesel injector pump reconditioned. Phone 0408 876 054

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14ft Buffalo Sailing Catamaran on registered trailer $650 Phone: 0418 186 212 Gatton 11ft 1940 – 50 Sailing Moth $100 Phone: 0418 186 212 Gatton White Westinghouse Fridge – 1702m H x 703m W x 558 D – VGC $145 Brightview PH 0431 750 957 Holiday Portacot, good condition $80.00 Phone: 0433 620 426 Home Gym - York 24, 8 weights, good condition. $130 Gatton. PH 0432 671 579 HUON PINE Turning Blanks Rosewood 0407021438 Mobility Mate modular bath step, stackable, slip resistant. Single step, provides 10cm (4”) raise. 49.5W x 40.6D. $10 Ph 07 5465 5251 BOOKS Curtains for sale, various sizes, mostly lace $5 - $10 each WANTED TO EXCHANGE hardcover westerns 5465 8323 Phone: 0407 735 881 Model engineering magazines from 2006 to 2017. VGC, $30. Ph: 07 5462 1034. TOOLS & IMPLEMENTS Jeffrey Archer, John Grisham, Robert Ludlom, DanHarmonic Balancer Tools for FJ/FX Holden $25.00 ielle Steel, Barbara Bradford Taylor, Shades of Grey & Ph 54621 034 Gatton other books, hard & soft covers, 50c each. Ph: 0417 No5 Stanley Woodwork Plane VGC Ph 54621 034 Gatton 778 982 Heavy duty garage floor jack & screw type stands $180. Ph: 07 5462 1034 CAMPING Dawn Woodworking Vice, very good condition, $50. BBQ small with oval lid $45.00 Phone: 0433 620 426 Phone: 5462 1034 Spinifex BBQ, two burner with plate $35.00 Phone 0433 620 426 WANTED TO BUY Bag of tent poles, spreader bar + 20 poles $100 Wanted - Stick Rake approx 1 metre wide with three point Phone: 0433 620 426 linkage mount. Please phone or text 0411 098575 MARQUEE 4m canvas tent centre pole pegs ropes extras HOLDEN HX AUTO KINGSWOOD. Ph: 0408 876 054 never used at beach, Cost $3500 Sell $1500 Rosewood Axe heads with plumb brand stamp. Ph: 0435 047 082 Ph 0407021438 Wanted Pre-2006 ute or 4 cylinder sedan, no rego, no RWC. Ph: 0493 547 734 FURNITURE Cattle Strand to use around cattle yards Ph: 0476 137 421 Kitchen Island Bench,Pine, Black Granite Top, 2 draws, Rubber for bonnet, Front 2 panels for International 684 shelf under. (52” L x 24” W) (1.32m L x .60m W) $300 Tractor (right & left). Centre 2 panels 684 tractor (near PH 5466 4120 battery) (right & left) (fibreglass) PH: 0418 730 156 Solid timber table, seats 6-8 VGC $85 Brightview WANTED - 20ft Shipping Container preferably in good PH 0431 750 957 condition Gatton and surrounding areas. Ph 0477 371 304 4x solid timber chairs VGC - $25 each Brightview List your item for free* PH 0431 750 957 DEADLINE 2pm FRIDAY Glass dining table, 6 steel frame chairs with padded classifieds@tlsindependent.com.au seats, good condition. $150. Ph 0433 727 432.

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BOWLS LAIDLEY BOWLS CLUB Wednesday social - J. Cotter, A. Farley, P. Mc Andrews20. A. Roffe/m. Zabel, K. Green. 13. R. Duggan, J. Mace, R. Knight. 18. L. Duggan, M. Locker, B. Pearce 14. B. Yates, e. Muller, P. Morgan. 20. E. Roffe, R. Webb, R. Pagett. 18. Mixed Fours Final - K. McGuire. M. Anderson, C. McGuire, D. McGuire. 22. J. Budd, S. Reck, S. Harrison, H. Haines. 18. Congratulations to all bowlers. What a great game to watch, exciting to the finish. A happy birthday cake was shared with Betty on her 96th birthday. Saturday games - D. Einan, T. Watson. 18. Micheal Anderson, G. Herbert16. K. McGuire Marj Anderson 19. M. Whereat, R. Knight. 18. This Wednesday is our last play day for 2023. Saturday 16 is break up luncheon, and presentation of prizes. See you there. TOOGOOLAWAH BOWLS CLUB Tuesday 5th December was our final Pub Day for 2023. We were thankful to have 14 teams play and all enjoyed a great day. Winners for the day were: Steve Lehmann’s team, Darryl Butler, Wayne Talbot, Steve Lehmann and Greg Beard. Runners up were: Alan Cameron’s Team: Alan Cameron, Shaun Nutley, Pat Lomas and Des Knopke. First Round Winners were: Gerrit’s Team; Gerrit Winkeler, John Folbigg, Loraine Folbigg and Kim Dorman. Second Round Winners were Len’s Team: Len Smyth, Col Melcer, John Greany and Phil Gregory. A very big thankyou to all who have contributed to the 2023 Pub Day Season and our Sponsors as without you it wouldn’t be possible. We hope to see all next year. On Sunday 10th December we had our final game for the year with a little Christmas cheer after. Winners on the day were Martin Baily and Kim Dorman. Runners up were Phil Gregory, Keith McWhirter and new member Maida Giffen, Raffle went to Dianna Gregory. Presentations for the day went to our 2023 Pairs Champions: Martin Baily and Phil Gregory. A big thankyou to our sponsor on the day Neville Denman and a Merry Christmas to all. See you in the New Year. For Your Calender.  Our next club meeting will be held at 9.00am on Sunday 11th February 2024. Come along and get involved in the running of our club.  Green Renovation works will commence this week with numbers required on Saturday 16th to make the works easier on everyone so please advise Keith if you are available to participate. Bring a shovel and a wheelbarrow if available and of course a bit of mussel.  Our next Pub Day will be dependent on conditions allowing, as were are having the ditches replaced in early February 2024. Please keep your eyes on the papers for final details. See you on the Green BRIDGE LOCKYER BRIDGE CLUB 6th December 2023. Well the end of Bridge Club play for 2023 has come and now all we need to do is celebrate our successes (or otherwise!) and head for our Annual Christmas Party to be held locally at the Gatton View Hotel on 13/12/’23 at 6pm. There will be approximately 98% of Club Members coming to share the fun, receive their Awards

Toogoolawah Bowls Club winners on December 5 was Steve Lehmann’s team. and general bon homminie. Wilhelmina Pickles & Peter Hooper came in first 58.33% - congratulations. Two pairs tied for 2nd place B & T Fitzgerald & G & J Orrin 55.95% S Hooper & M Porter 52.98%, R & A McLucas 50.60%, J Kuhle & L Gunthorpe 48.21%, P Ziebarth & R Drouin 42.86%, E Bishop & H Geitz 40%. We will recommence on January 17th 2024 for Wednesday night Club Play. Tuesday Bridge Group will recommence on 16th January, 2024. It would be great to increase our Membership 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. CRICKET ESK AND DISTRICT UNDER 13S JUNIOR CRICKET 9/12/23 Esk and District 7 for 165 Glenore Grove 8 for 56 Batting Louis Seymour 54 Top score, Carter Melville 43 not out, George Thornton 23, Griffin Kruger 12 Bowling Jai Halsted 2 Wickets, George Thornton 1 Wicket, Ben Jardine 1 Wicket, Brodie Kubler 1 Wicket, Joe Bergin 1 Wicket, Nate Friedrich 1 Wicket, Dean Kunde 2 overs only 4 runs conceded, Damon Wood 2 overs only 4 runs conceded, Billy Bergin DNP. Player of the Match Jai Halsted 3 overs, 2 maidens , 2 Wickets for 1 run. A good win by the Esk and District team. They can now enjoy a well earned break over the school holidays. Well done to both our Under 10s and 13s teams and all those involved, have a safe and Merry Christmas. LOCKYER A GRADE In a wildly unpredictable competition, two teams won by 7 runs or less, and the table compressed even further, with all six teams still in the hunt. It’s barely conceivable that 66 would ever be enough runs for Helidon, yet they put the Roos away for 59, when a win was within sight. Mark Ashley, with 23 n.o held

Helidon together, while Alex Dallinger bagged an extraordinary 4-9. In reply, Cameron Utz on 16 n.o tried hard, but young Jackson GreenSmith continued his form with 6-16. Another closey, when the Mulgas on 9-163, repelled the hard closing Gatton Fordsdale, who were denied on 155. Dean Granzien continues his dominance with 57, while both Riley Wheeler and Hayden Kleidon bagged 3 wickets, For Gatton Fordsdale, Daniel Ost, 65 and Steve Kleidon, 34 almost reached the target. Alex Emmerson, continued to take wickets with 3-41. Forest Hill, who have often been without luck, got past Ropehill in a hard fought game. Ropehill’s 132 looked competitive, through Michael Litzow 39 and Rohan Janke 27. Evergreen Jason Neuendorf was best for the Goats with 2-24. For a long while, Ropehill looked the winners, but emerging young talent, Brody Horne 44n.o and captain Harry Engel, 27 steered the Goats home. Matthew Smith claimed 3-35. Going into xmas after next Saturday, all teams will arm wrestle for a top three finish in the new year. VALLEY VIKINGS A blazing century by Brock Zischke and 50 by Rogan Utz should have allowed the Vikings to do better than 10-205 against Centrals. In reply, the home side were cruising at 0-82 with the bowlers finding no chinks against classy batters. Early wickets will be needed next week. GOLF ESK GOLF CLUB Friday Turkey Run- 8-12-2023 Glenda Lockett back in fine form takes the win on a beautiful afternoon for golf. Brian Glanville took Runner-up after a 2-way countback. The Run-down: Winner - G Lockett 51/30 Runner-up - B Glanville 45/32 NTP 13 - P Cook, NTP 17 - L Pratt L Pratt 41/32, M Beetz 44/33, G Punch 45/35, J Lumsden 54/36, I McIntyre 55/37, G Ray 55/40, P Cook 50/42 Saturday 9/12/23 - Club Competition Single Stableford Winner - P Cook 36pts R/UP - D Bitossi 36, T Adams 34, C Nielsen 34, I Knopke 33, G Smith 33, G Proctor 32, B Tumney 32, B Thorogood 32, S Wilson 29, R Weier 28, C Pettet 28, B Farnham 28, S Lerm 27, D Milasas 26, G Collins 26, D Richards 20 NTP

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Handicap 15+ - 1/10 4th T Adams, 3/12 3rd G Proctor Handicap 0-14 - 5/14 3rd B Thorogood, 9/18 2nd B Farnham ALL IN Sponsor Esk IGA - 4/13 G Collins Sponsor Brisbane Valley Meats 8/17 2nd G Collins Small but happy field on a hot day, with Cooky taking the win, Doug bridesmaid again, getting R/UP spot. Gary having a good day winning both sponsored pin shots, with a hot chook voucher and a breakfast tray. Sunday 10/12/23 - 3rd round Sunday Chooky V Friday Turkey Challenge Sponsor Garry and Faye Punch Top 5 scores to count Overall Winner - S Wilson Chooky Winner - S Wilson 29nett R/UP - M Scott Turkey Winner - G Ray 30nett R/UP - S Lerm 32 Putting Competition - Shaun Wilson 13putts NTP H/C 0-11 - No 1 3rd S Wilson, No 5 3rd M Scott, No 7 2nd S Wilson Handicap 12+ - No 2 4th S Lerm (in hole), No 3 3rd C Pettet, No 6 3rd D Back All In - No 4 J Humphrey, No 8 2nd S Wilson, No 9 3rd M Scott Best Dressed Cooky - Wooden Spoon Marj A great turnout for our final Rd of Chooky/Turkey Challenge. The Turkey player winning the series 2-1 as the Chooky players took the win today. Shaun having an excellent 9 holes taking the overall win, Turkey win 3 pin shots and the putting competition. Many thanks to Garry and Faye for providing heaps of prizes and putting on the food. Every player getting a new ball to play with courtesy of Garry and Faye. LAIDLEY GOLF CLUB Saturday 9th December - Ambrose x 3 - Course Challenge Sponsored by: Chris Fletcher Ladies Winners: Teena Pyers/Linda Knopke & Marie Voorma 78/66 Runners Up: Flo Lee/Viki Etherden & Keonie White 81/68.17 Run Down: C. Sternberg/T. Harris & J. Edwards 79/69 Pins: (Pro Pin) Jan Sippel (All In) Cheryl Sternberg/Trish Harris & Jody Edwards Men’s Winners: Lionel Edwards/Daniel Hauser & Will Nielsen 63/56.67 Runners Up: Cameron Panzram/ Bruno Maugeri & Aaron Barrow 66/5817 Run Down: J. Etherden/D. James & G. Hulett 66/60.67, G. Zischke/L.

Zischke & A. Zischke 70/61.5 Thursday 7th December - Open Competition - Monthly Medal & Putting Winner: Warwick Hawthorne 79/67 (visitor) Runner Up: Dominic Murray 85/69 (visitor) on c/b Gross Winner: Steven Luck 74/69 (also Medal of Medals qualifier for December) Run Down: P Wood 80/69, A. Parker 77/70, Garry Hulett 80/71, G. Rodgers 92/72 Pins: (Pro Pin) Paul McFie (Div.1) ---(Div.2) Robin Core (All In) Warwick Hawthorne Putting: Ken Goebel 24 putts Wednesday 6th December - Ladies Hartball - Breakup Day Sponsored by: Emmo’s Fine Foods (Annie Emmerson) Winners: Jenny Paroz/Helen Gray/ Olwen Luck & Shirley Hulett 76/52.5 Runners Up: Cheryl Sternberg/Shirley Taylor/Trish Harris & June Taylor 73/54.5 Others: M. Taylor/J. Sippel/D. Manteufel & J. Blaney 82/55.5, L. Emery/F. Lee/L. Knopke & J. Kane 76/56.5, J. Logan/J. Darley/B. Panzram & M. Voorma 75/57.5, J. Murray/T. Pyers/P. Davis & R. Matthews 91/58.25 Pins: (Pro Pin) Teena Pyers (Div.1) Lorraine Emery/Flo Lee/Linda Knopke & Joan Kane (Div.2) Michelle Taylor/Jan Sippel/ Dot Manteufel & June Blaney Pin Shots Donated by Rae Matthews LOWOOD GOLF CLUB Results for Tuesday 5 December 2023 Single Stableford Winner: S Luxford 41 R/Up: E Jensen 37 ocb 3rd: J Luxford 37 ocb BRD: A Kingdon 37 J Levitt PetaDwyer B Gargano 34 D Sippel R Heathwood 33 NTPs: 2: A Skinner 5: B Green 11: C Petrohilos 14: J Harrison Ladies 2nd shots 2: H Gargano 5: Peta Dwyer 11: S Luxford 14: Peta Dwyer Results for Thursday 7 December 2023 Single Stableford Winner: R Heathwood 39 ocb R/Up: G Hair 39 BRD: D Sharp Peta Dwyer J Ormaechea 37 Pat Dwyer 36 D Lund C Creedy 35 NTPs: 2: M Callander 5: Pat Dwyer 11: D Sharp 14: D Sharp 14 Ladies 2nd shot: Peta Dwyer 1/10 2nd shot Div 1: J Webb Div 2: D Sharp Results for Saturday 9 December 2023 2 Person Multiplier Stableford Winner: P Harmon & A Bolton 96 R/ Up: P Hallett & B Richards 82 3rd: S

Kopelke & S Kopelke 80 BRD: M Rennie & H Buckley T Skippington & K Lander 72 D Notley & P Notley 70 B Wieland & J Grace 69 S Notley & J Harvey P Muller & D Gray 65 NTPs: 2: D Johnstone 5: C Wieland 11: P Harmon 14: B Wieland 3/12 2nd shot Div 1: D Johnstone Div 2: K Lander ROSEWOOD GOLF CLUB 4.12.23 ROSEWOOD 50 & OVERS CHRISTMAS COMP Single Stableford: Winners: T Stanford 39, Ladies: A Finch 36 OCB Runners Up: 1st: J Piccini 37, Ladies: J Browning 36 2nd: G Hauser 36, Ladies: A Niemeyer 34 3rd: D Wojcicki 36, Ladies: A Arumugam 32 All players present went home with a prize today NTP - No 2: R Turnbull 41 cm, Ladies: P Brown 72 cm, No 9: J Buckley 32 cm, Ladies: A Arumugam 202 cm, No 11: R Core 482 cm, Ladies: A Arumugam 76 cm, No 15: S Nicholls 230 cm, Ladies: A Arumugam, APPROACH (No 3): R Turnbull 83 cm, Ladies: A Finch 65 cm NEXT GAME: Monday, 12.2.24 - All golfers 50 & over with a current GA Handicap welcome. All players welcome to join us for our weekly Thursday Single Stableford Competition. RESULTS 7.12.23 Single Stableford: Winner: F Fielding 39 pts OCB R/Up: G Wyeth 39 pts Run Down: S Nicholls 37, G Petersen 37, M Soich 37, D Hartley 37 NTP - No 2: D Hartley 16 cm, No 9: S Nicholls 47 cm, No 11: M Soich 84 cm, No 15: S Wright 172 cm RESULTS 9.12.23 Single Stableford: Div 1: Winner: S Browning 38 pts, R/Up: S Silvadorae 37 pts Div 2: Winner: Z Pike 38 pts OCB, R/Up: J MR Smith 38 pts Div 3: Winner: P Josephs 42 pts OCB, R/Up: H Josephs 42 pts Ladies: Winner: M Morton 37 pts, R/Up: M Humphreys 36 pts Run Down: Men to 36, Ladies to 34 NTP - No 2: G Petersen, Ladies: E Nelson in Hole, No 9: (0-18) Z Pike, (19+) J Buckley 40 cm, Ladies: E Nelson 122 cm, No 11: P Toohey 8 cm, Ladies: Nil, No 15: R Ala-Outinen 204 cm, Ladies: M Humphreys 22 cm, Approach (No 13): S Silvadorae 59 cm, Ladies: S Curran 70 cm RIFLES GATTON GLENORE GROVE RIFLE CLUB A hot sunny Saturday afternoon with a mild Easterly breeze that intensified often along with a nasty flowing mirage. A great afternoon for the mid 500yd target. Iron Sights out of 105.21. G. king 101.3 Sporter K. Mason 95.0 (visitor) F.Class out of 126.21 F. Open. P. Hayden 119.2, FTR R. White 120.4 and A Beetham 114.5 F STD. R. Bowman 11.5, R. Cowburn 113.1, J. Findlay 111.3, C. Greenwood 106, J. Hendrick 97.0, D. Wallis 95.3 and M. Burns 95.0 (visitor) Next week 600yds.

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Laidley Bowls Club member Betty Yates received her second Matriarch Badge for her 96th birthday, pictured with Bowls Queensland vice president Kerry Green. PHOTO: JACOB HAYDEN

The Kilcoy Yowies open men’s rugby league team after their game against the Namosi Highlanders in The Fijian Cup nines tournament. PHOTO: KILCOY YOWIES JRLFC

Kilcoy Yowies enter global nines rugby stage BY JESSE HAMILTON

TAKING centre stage in the world of rugby league nines, the Kilcoy Yowies open men’s team participated in The Fijian Cup nines tournament on December 1-2. The tournament featured top locally qualiﬁed Fijian sides up against interna-

tional clubs from Australia and New Zealand, with the Kilcoy side securing victory in one out of three games. Kilcoy Yowies president Rob Fischer said it was an international debut for many players after securing an invitation at a previous nines comp. “This is the ﬁrst time for

many playing in an international competition and for some ﬁrst time out of the country,” he said. “[We were] extended an invitation after playing in a nines comp down the Gold Coast at the start of the year.” Fischer said some of the side’s Fijian players had the opportunity to show the

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FROM PAGE 40 “It was really fantastic to see our little young cricketers out there,” Lehmann said. “It’s through those kids that a club grows.” Lehmann then bowled the ﬁrst ball for the senior Thunder and Wanderers QLD Club game. “It’s great to see the ﬁelds being used and they look a picture, and I think everyone’s enjoyed what they’ve seen so far,” he said. Lehmann hoped a name change may occur, which

Mayor Graeme Lehmann bowled the ﬁrst ball game.

Morgan and Schroder said was a possibility. “The committee have discussed the name as it is,

there’s a lot of history to go with that because we are a merged side of Marburg and Mt Crosby, but it’s deﬁnitely something we’re going to discuss in the future,” Morgan said. “Our long term goals is to have an actual local Fernvale side play here, that’s the plan.” Lehmann said the more the ﬁelds could be used, the better. “The amount of dollars council put into having a complex like this, the more it can be used the better because it helps to sell the value of it.”

team their village and said a highlight of the trip was providing kids in need with donated clothing. “A highlight was providing the kids with apparel at the competition and at the village,” he said. “A dinner was also provided for all the teams and a ﬁre dancing display.”

Betty’s still bowling LAIDLEY Bowls Club member Betty Yates celebrated her 96th birthday with fellow bowlers for their Wednesday socials on December 6. Yates thanked everyone for organising the celebration ahead of her birthday on December 7. “It’s really fantastic, it’s really great,” she said. “I love this club and they’re so good and kind to me, I always feel honoured how they look after me.” Yates has bowled for around 20 years in the Lockyer Valley, and called Laidley Bowls Club home

for the last decade. “I always loved coming to bowls, and I look forward to it, I really do,” she said. “At my age now, it’s good exercise and it’s good to meet all your friends.” To mark the occasion, Bowls Queensland vice president Kerry Green made a special visit to Laidley to deliver Yates her second Matriarch Badge. “You get one when you become 90, but I already got one when I became 90,” Yates said. JACOB HAYDEN

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WELCOME THUNDER BY JACOB HAYDEN

FERNVALE welcomed Marburg-Mt Crosby Thunder Cricket Club on Tuesday night, December 5 to celebrate the club’s future in the region. Club vice president Luke Morgan explained the Marburg and Mt Crosby clubs merged in 2013 with junior members utilising the Fernvale Sports Park since the merge. “We’re trying to really promote the game in the Fernvale region, which is lacking out this way because there aren’t any clubs around,” Morgan said. Seniors began calling Fernvale home this year thanks to the new pitch. “The pitch wasn’t quite ready for senior cricket to start with,” Morgan said.

“To have facilities that are usable by everyone is the most important thing, and this is a really beautiful ﬁeld, it’s going to be really enjoyable to play cricket in.” Club president Troy Schroder said a big drawcard was the lighting, which enabled teams to play night cricket. “Everyone, all the clubs are keen to get in and play some night cricket this year, especially in the middle of summer when it’s 44℃ out there, you’d rather start later in the day,” Schroder said. Junior teams kicked oﬀ Tuesday’s entertainment with a friendly game, under the watchful eye of Somerset Regional Council Mayor Graeme Lehmann. CONTINUES 39

The Marburg-Mt Crosby Thunder Cricket Club level 1 Mustangs and Sharks faced off to begin the afternoon’s celebrations on November 5 at the Fernvale Sports Park. PHOTOS: JACOB HAYDEN

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